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Titans Defensive Tackle Taking Hands-On Approach
June 29, 2009 by
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Now that Albert Haynesworth is no longer anchoring the Tennessee Titans’ defensive line, there’s an ongoing push to fill the void created this offseason when the big defensive tackle signed with the Washington Redskins.
According to Paul Kuharsky of ESPN.com, defensive lineman...
Saints Unsure Of Their Backup Quarterback
June 29, 2009 by
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The Saints may lead the league in name recognition on their quarterback depth chart with Drew Brees, Mark Brunell, and Joey Harrington in the fold.
They are, however, still lacking a clear backup to Brees.
Saints coach Sean Payton indicated recently that Brunell, the incumbent, will...
Opportunity Knocks In Cleveland
June 29, 2009 by
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The indefinite suspension and 30-day jail term for Donte’ Stallworth in the wake of him pleading guilty to DUI manslaughter has created a prime opportunity for the Cleveland Browns’ rookie wide receivers.
And second-round wideouts Brian Robiskie (Ohio State) and Mohamed...
Thigpen ‘Comfortable’ Playing Behind Cassel
June 29, 2009 by
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Tyler Thigpen was understandably disappointed when the Chiefs acquired Matt Cassel, saying he was “not OK” with the demotion, but that he was willing to trust the coaches’ judgment.
Now that some time has elapsed, he sounds more receptive to the role.
“They...
Jarvis Moss’ Career Off To Slow Start
June 29, 2009 by
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Two years ago, the Denver Broncos signed defensive end-outside linebacker Jarvis Moss to a five-year, $15 million contract that included $8 million in guaranteed money.
The return on their investment has been quite modest, though.
In two NFL seasons, the 6′6,” 265-pound...
Report: Bears All But Rule Out Burress
June 29, 2009 by
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At a time when five teams supposedly are interested in receiver Plaxico Burress, John Clayton of ESPN.com reports that the Chicago Bears have all but ruled out the possibility of signing him.
But with Burress undoubtedly eyeballing a contract similar to (if not better than) the one...
Steelers Ink Third-Round Pick
June 29, 2009 by
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms with yet another 2009 draft pick.
And now they have only one left.
Most recently under contract is third-round offensive lineman Kraig Urbik.
It’s a three-year deal for the former Wisconsin Badger.
Unsigned is first-round pick...
Supreme Court Takes Up NFL Antitrust Issue
June 29, 2009 by
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The U.S. Supreme Court announced on Monday that it will take up the question of whether the NFL and its 32 teams constitute a single entity for the purposes of entering into an exclusive deal for marketing apparel bearing the names and logos of the individual teams.
The league previously...
Monday Morning One-Liners
June 29, 2009 by
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Said Bills S Jairus Byrd, “When the ball’s in the air, I can’t even put it in words, but it’s something that came easy to me. Some people struggle with it, but catching the ball is just really natural for me.”
Dolphins WR Davone Bess still uses the fact that he wasn...
Remembering Joe Delaney
June 29, 2009 by
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In this age where the off-field coverage of the NFL features subjects like DUI manslaughter and dogfighting and loaded guns toted in the waistband of a pair of sweatpants and shirtless preening receivers on grossly overhyped faux sports shows, it’s nice to remember a true hero...
IHOP Takes Advantage Of NFL Food Sponsor Vacuum
June 29, 2009 by
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As the bad economy has disrupted the relationship between the NFL and various of its sponsors, the upheaval has created an opportunity for other companies to expand their profiles.
In the “not fast food, good food quickly” arena, Burger King has bowed out. KFC filled...
Raji: “There Will Be No Problem As Far As Holding Out”
June 29, 2009 by
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Green Bay Packers rookie defensive lineman B.J. Raji has made a good enough initial impression on the coaching staff that he has been lining up with the first-team defense at end with Ryan Pickett starting at nose guard.
Drafted ninth overall, Raji’s positive stance on his...
Still No Guarantee Arena League Will Return
June 29, 2009 by
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It has been seven months since the Arena Football League canceled their 2009 season. Despite occasional announcements that the league has a plan to relaunch, there are still no promises how it will happen. Or if it will happen at all.
Chicago Rush part-owner Mike Ditka has his...
Rice Has New Representation
June 29, 2009 by
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Baltimore Ravens second-year running back Ray Rice has switched agents, according to a league source.
And we’ve confirmed through NFL Players Association records that Rice, a second-round draft pick last year from Rutgers, has hired Todd France to represent him.
France is also...
Welcome To The NFL, Kid
June 29, 2009 by
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Whether it’s the Detroit Lions following a winless season or the defending Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers, the annual rite of passage for rookies tends to follow a familiar script.
A talented rookie enters the NFL with a fair amount of confidence and swagger.
...
Trent Green Says At Least Ten Will Throw For More Than 4,000 Yards
June 29, 2009 by
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Once a rarity, the 4,000-yard passing season is now fairly common. Every year, a handful of players (sometimes a few more) cross the threshold that, prior to 1979, had been eclipsed only once, by Joe Namath of the AFL in 1967.
The single-season record is seven, set in 2007. Last...
Brian Mitchell Says He Lost Radio Job For Criticizing ‘Skins
June 28, 2009 by
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Former Redskins running back Brian Mitchell had put together a nice post-football career for himself, working in the D.C. area as radio analyst.
But Mitchell recently was fired by Red Zebra Radio, one of the various companies owned by Redskins owner Daniel Snyder.
Per USA Today,...
A Steep Challenge For The Commish
June 28, 2009 by
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NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell plans to climb Mount Rainier next week.
It’s not exactly a walk in the park. Uphill.
Gregg Bell of the Associated Press scaled the Washington mountain last month, and he said that “not even Army basic training compared,” according...
Wes Welker Wants Some Matt Cassel Money
June 28, 2009 by
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Patriots receiver Wes Welker lost a teammate earlier this year, when quarterback Matt Cassel was traded to the Chiefs.
As Welker sees it, he has gained a potential bank.
“If I ever need a loan I can come to him,” Welker said at his annual football camp in Oklahoma City...
Ralph Wilson Wants To Wait On Adding More Toronto Games
June 28, 2009 by
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The Buffalo Bills are committed to playing one regular-season game per year in Toronto through 2012.
And that’s just fine with owner Ralph Wilson.
Wilson told the Associated Press on Sunday that he prefers to wait “two or three years” before deciding whether to...
Ozzie Says He’ll Eventually Return To Alabama
June 28, 2009 by
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Ozzie Newsome quietly has done a stellar job as General Manager of the Baltimore Ravens. Indeed, if he weren’t already in the Hall of Fame due to his playing career as a tight end with the Browns, he might be able to make a strong case for enshrinement as an executive.
Eventually...
Former Player Turned Judge Says Goodell Should Be Aggressive With Bad Boys
June 28, 2009 by
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The most popular former NFL player who traded his shoulder pads for a black robe is Alan Page, a Hall of Famer who also is a long-time Justice on the Minnesota Supreme Court.
But there’s another former player who also is now a judge.
Edward Newman, a four-time Pro Bowler who...
Fretting Over Andre Smith Holdout Continues
June 28, 2009 by
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Training camps open in roughly a month. And the team on which there will be significant focus this preseason, due to the whole Hard Knocks thing, will receive plenty of focus before practices begin.
But not because they’ll be on television.
The Bengals have a long history...
PFTV Looks At Which L.T. Will Show Up In 2009
June 28, 2009 by
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We addressed earlier today the fact that Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson is now 30 — and that he doesn’t seem to think it will change him.
But the bigger question is whether his next (and possibly final) season in San Diego will have a different outcome, with...
Two Years In Prison For Reggie Rogers
June 28, 2009 by
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Former NFL defensive lineman Reggie Rogers has had a long history of drinking and driving.
And so, finally, he’ll have an extended prison term because of it.
Rogers, who played for the University Washington and the Detroit Lions, has been sentenced to two years after pleading...
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