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Broncos May Consider Re-Signing C Dan Koppen
Jeff Legwold of the Denver Post mentions that the Broncos could consider the idea of bringing veteran C Dan Koppen into the fold after J.D. Walton recently underwent another surgery on his ankle.
Legwold adds that Walton is expected to miss the entire season.
Walton, 26, suffered a fractured and dislocated ankle back in September last year. Legwold mentions that the Broncos...
Report: 49ers Sign OC Greg Roman To A Two-Year Extension
Ian Rapoport reports that the 49ers have also signed offensive coordinator Greg Roman a two-year contract extension that will keep him under team control through the 2015 season.
San Francisco also signed DT Justin Smith to an extension on Wednesday as well.
Roman deserves a lot of credit for the 49ers offensive production in the past few years. While this extension is clearly...
Kellen Winslow Contract Details
Rich Cimini provides some details regarding TE Kellen Winslow‘s contract with the Jets.
According to Cimini, Winslow receives a one-year deal worth $840,000, which includes no guaranteed money. In fact, Winslow didn’t even receive a signing bonus. He’ll count $555,000 against the team’s salary cap for the 2013 season.
Despite having an obvious need at tight end, it...
49ers Sign DT Justin Smith To A Two-Year Extension
The San Francisco 49ers have announced that they have reached an agreement with DT Justin Smith a two-year contract extension.
“Justin’s All-Pro contributions on the field, as well as his leadership on and off the field, are integral to our success,” said GM Trent Baalke.
Smith, 33, will now be under team control through the 2015 season. He was entering the final year of his...
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Ryan, Falcons talking contract?
Matt Ryan's rookie contract is expiring, so he and the Atlanta Falcons reportedly have begun talks about a new contract.
No Sense Of Urgency Between The Bears & Henry Melton Regarding A Contract Extension
Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports that there hasn’t been a “sense of urgency” between the Bears and DT Henry Melton regarding a long-term extension.
La Canfora adds that he expected to see more progress towards an agreement given that the Bears defense is aging.
Chicago managed to get RB Matt Forte locked up just before the deadline last year, so there’s always...
Bengals Notes: Geno Atkins & Michael Johnson
Geno Atkins
According to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports, a ”chasm” exists between the Bengals and DT Geno Atkins regarding a long-term extension.
La Canfora adds that there’s some “skepticism as about how deep the Bengals will dig to keep talent.“
Atkins, 25, set to make a very reasonable $1.4 million for the 2013 season and Cincinnati is sitting on a pile of cash ...
“Some Sense” That Broncos Could Reach An Agreement With LT Ryan Clady
Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports that while the Broncos and OT Ryan Clady still have a ways to go regarding a long-term extension, “there is at least some sense that it could get done in the next month.“
La Canfora expects to see the negotiations to go ”right to the deadline.“
Denver’s previous offer was reportedly “not in line with what a top-five tackle will...
No Progress Between The Bills & S Jairus Byrd
Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports that there hasn’t been “any real movement” towards am agreement on a long-term extension for Bills S Jairus Byrd.
A report from last month indicated that the two sides were $2 million apart in terms of annually salary. All indications are that Byrd is unwilling to offer the Bills a hometown discount and despite having close to...
Contract Talks Between Cowboys & Anthony Spencer Have Been “Cordial & Productive”
Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports reports that talks between the Cowboys and DE Anthony Spencer regarding a contract extension have “cordial and productive.”
La Canfora mentions that “it would be a stretch to say they’re close to a deal,” but ad admits that there’s at least a chance the two sides could reach an agreement before the upcoming deadline to negotiate with...
NFL News & Rumors: Monday 6/17
NFL Notes
WR Chad Johnson has been released from jail after 7-days of a 30-day sentence. (Curt Anderson)
49ers
WR Kyle Williams likely will be a starting receiver over WR A.J. Jenkins. (Matt Maiocco)
Second-round pick DE Tank Carradine is viewed as a defensive end in the 49ers 3-4 defense. (Matt Maiocco)
Fourth-round pick WR Quinton Patton is listed as the third receiver for the...
Report: Patriots Clueless As To When Rob Gronkowski Will Return
ESPN’s Ed Werder reported Monday on SportsCenter that the New England Patriots legitimately do not know when tight end Rob Gronkowski will return from his most recent back surgery.
In addition to the multiple surgeries Gronkowski has had on his arm, Gronk’s most recent trip under the knife was an attempt to fix his back – the second time such an operation has been performed...
Concerns About Jets TE Kellen Winslow Already?
ESPN New York’s Rich Cimini was told by an opposing personnel executive that the Jets should be concerned with recently signed tight end Kellen Davis this season.
“I think it’s a lot like [David] Garrard… He’ll be fine in a workout, moving and running, but taking a hit, the grind of training camp and a full, 16-game season will be the litmus tests… I’d watch him closely...
Still No Progress Between Brian Orakpo & Redskins Regarding An Extension
It’s been reported this offseason that the Washington Redskins and linebacker Brian Orakpo have wanted to get a long-term extension done before he enters the final year of his current contract.
With training camp just over a month away, the two parties have yet to work on an extension. The good news however is that Orakpo doesn’t appear to use the lack of new paper as ammo to...
Steelers Notes: Heath Miller & Ryan Clark
Heath Miller
According to Alan Robinson of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, there’s a “strong possibility“ that Steelers TE Heath Miller will not be ready for the start of the regular season.
Following an impressive season in which he lead the team in receptions, Miller suffered a three-ligament knee tear was forced to undergo surgery.
Matt Spaeth figures to step in...
Titans Unlikely To Part Ways With WR Nate Washington
Despite speculation that the Tennessee Titans could either trade or release veteran WR Nate Washington, Jim Wyatt of the Nashville Tennessean writes that the team’s coaching staff still views him as important player this season.
HC Mike Munchak made it pretty clear that the Washington still has a role in their offense.
“He is our leader,” said Munchak. “We know how...
Mike Goodson’s Status With The Jets Remains “Up In The Air”
According to Rich Cimini of ESPN New York, RB Mike Goodson‘s future with the New York Jets remains “up in the air.“
Goodson’s May arrest, in which he was found in possession of guns and drugs, resulted in five charges and his case will head to a grand jury where it could take a few months to resolve.
People in the organization the Jets are reportedly rooting for Goodson...
Talks Between The Falcons & DL Richard Seymour Appear To Be Dead
Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports confirms that free agent DL Richard Seymour and the Atlanta Falcons are nowhere close to reaching an agreement and it appears as though talks between the two sides are dead.
“I thank them for their efforts,” Seymour explained to La Canfora.
The Falcons have reportedly been in contact with Seymour for a number of weeks now, but Seymour’s asking...
Listen: NFLTR Weekly for June 12, 2013
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Bears Unlikely To Bring Back DL Israel Idonije
Dan Pompei of The Chicago Tribune believes that the Bears are out of the hunt to re-sign free agent DL Israel Idonije.
Previous reports have indicated that the Bears had a standing offer out to Idonije, but their recent decision to sign DT Sedrick Ellis could be an indication that they’re no longer interested in bringing Idonije back for another season.
As things stand right...
Report: Victor Cruz Seeking $9M Annually In Next Contract
Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News reports that Giants WR Victor Cruz will settle for no less than $9 million annually in his next contract.
Cruz continues to drop his asking as he was reportedly seeking as much as $11 million per year a few months ago. The Giants most recent offer is believed to be more than $8 million annually, so there’s a chance the two sides could...
Report: Bengals To Appear Again On HBO’s Hard Knocks
Paul Domowitch of the Philadelphia Daily News first reported that the Cincinnati Bengals will once again appear on HBO’s Hard Knocks.
Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer has since confirmed with leagues sources that the Bengals will in fact return for their second stint on the show.
Reedy adds that an announcement is expected to come in the next few weeks.
The Bengals first...
Bills Sign First-Round Pick QB E.J. Manuel
The Buffalo Bills announced the signing of first-round pick E.J. Manuel on Friday.
Manuel receives a four-year deal worth $8.9 million, which is fully guaranteed. He also receives a $4.84 million signing bonus, according to a P. Schrager.
“It’s a great feeling and I’m excited to be truly part of the team now,” said Manuel, via Buffalobills.com. “I had no doubt at all...
Report: Victor Cruz Will Sign His Restricted Tender
Josina Anderson reports that Giants WR Victor Cruz has informed her that he’s on his way to the team facility to sign his restricted tender.
“I’m going to sign my tender today and will continue talks for a long-term deal before camp starts,” said Cruz, via Anderson.
New York placed a first-round tender on Cruz, so he stands to make $2.879 million for the 2013 season.
Mike...
NFL News & Rumors: Thursday 6/13
Free Agents
FB Vonta Leach‘s agent mentioned that seven teams have already shown interest in his client. (NFLTR)
49ers
Free agent WR Austin Collie worked out for the 49ers on Thursday. (NFLTR)
Bills
WR Stevie Johnson told reporters that he’s been limited during OTAs by a slight fracture to his L-5 vertebra. (Buffalo News)
Broncos
Broncos released RB Willis McGahee...
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