NFL notebook
Tomlinson returns to practice
SAN DIEGO — LaDainian Tomlinson returned to practice in a limited role Friday and is listed as questionable for the San Diego Chargers' game against the New York Jets on Monday night.
Tomlinson, who jammed his right big toe in the season-opening loss to Carolina, missed practice the previous two days.
"It went OK," Tomlinson said. "I did what I wanted to do. I didn't expect to do full participation but I wanted to get out and do some stuff running the football. It definitely is a lot better than last week. That's the exciting part about it.
"But at that same time, I'm going to be realistic about it. I'm pretty sure on Monday, I'll probably still have a little problem with it but it will be a week better."
Tomlinson aggravated the toe during the second quarter of Sunday's loss to Denver. Reserve Darren Sproles started the second half, though Tomlinson did see limited action during the final two quarters.
Coach Norv Turner said Tomlinson was "limited" during Friday's practice. Turner said he isn't sure how much Tomlinson will be able to contribute.
"I don't think you know until you get into the game, and that's why you have to have flexibility in your plan."
The Chargers also listed left tackle and former Auburn standout Marcus McNeill as questionable. McNeill missed each of the first two games because of a neck injury.
Saints sign Harrington as third QB
The "piano man," Joey Harrington, has landed a new gig in New Orleans. He'll be playing third fiddle behind starting quarterback Drew Brees and backup Mark Brunell.
Harrington signed with the Saints and participated in his first practice Friday, a day before the Saints were set to leave for Sunday's game at Denver.
He appeared in 12 games for the Falcons, completing nearly 62 percent of his passes for 2,215 yards, seven touchdowns and eight interceptions.
The Saints opened training camp with three quarterbacks, but cut Tyler Palko.
