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| 1. | Bills to use 50/50 no-huddle split? | (Rotoworld) Chris Brown of Buffalobills.com believes the Bills will use the no-huddle offense 50 percent of the time "at best." Analysis: It's still a higher estimate than we originally expected. Much will depend on opponent and the Bills defense's ability to create turnovers and 3-and-outs to ensure adequate rest. Even if the team does use a 50/50 split, it still has plenty of potential to boost the fantasy numbers of Trent Edwards, Terrell Owens and Lee Evans. | 44 minutes | |
| 2. | Chris Draft still running as starting ML... | (Rotoworld) Chris Draft recently revealed that he's currently running as the Rams' starting middle linebacker. Analysis: Larry Grant and David Vobora are competing for the strong-side job, with rookie James Laurinaitis backing up Draft. We expect Laurinaitis to unseat Draft in training camp, pushing the veteran into a reserve role. | 1 hour | |
| 3. | Titans sign third-round TE Jared Cook | (Rotoworld) Titans agreed to terms with third-round TE Jared Cook on a four-year contract. The deal includes a signing bonus of close to $700,000. Analysis: Cook made the biggest impression among Titans rookies during OTAs. Though he's a potential mismatch for opposing defenses, he's currently just third on the depth chart. With Bo Scaife a free agent after the season, though, Cook could easily lay claim to being the most valuable tight end prospect in Dynasty leagues. | 1 hour | |
| 4. | Toomer rated above Harrison on watch lis... | (Rotoworld) Talent evaluators around the league are reportedly rating free agents Amani Toomer and Joe Horn higher than Marvin Harrison. Analysis: According to NFL Network's Jason LaCanfora, there is widespread belief that Marvin "may be done." Toomer is reported to be high on several teams "emergency lists," but we have a hard time believing Horn is actually garnering any interest, much less a greater share than Harrison. | 3 hours | |
| 5. | Redskins undecided on Campbell's future | (Rotoworld) Redskins GM Vinny Cerrato emphasized that it's "yet to be determined" if Jason Campbell can be a franchise quarterback. Analysis: "We hope he can play 16 games like he played the first eight last year. Consistency throughout," said Cerrato. The team's offseason actions -- flirting with Jay Cutler and Mark Sanchez while refusing to extend Campbell's contract -- clearly indicate a lack of faith in Campbell as the long-term answer. | 3 hours | |
| 6. | Jason Taylor and partners awarded $1.5M | (Rotoworld) A Virgin Islands jury has awarded Jason Taylor and two partners $1.5 million in botched sale of a private island. Analysis: The jury determined that the seller was in breach of contract for the 158-acre island, so Taylor will receive his share of the deposit plus expenses. And they say fans can no longer identify with the lives of superstar athletes? | 3 hours | |
| 7. | Giants to extend Eli before the season? | (Rotoworld) ESPN.com's Matt Mosley cites a Giants source who says "there's no way" the team's contract talks with Eli Manning's will become contentious. Analysis: "Something will probably get done before the season, and everyone will move on," added the source. Mosley believes Eli could haul in $50M guaranteed on his way to becoming the highest-paid quarterback in the league. Mosley also believes that Eli, owner of a 77.8 passer rating in seven playoff games and a career 55.9 completion rate, is arguably the fourth best quarterback in the league. It's fair to question his bias. | 3 hours | |
| 8. | Panthers | Davie claimed | (KFFL) Steve Reed, of CarolinaGrowl.com, reports the Carolina Panthers have calimed TE Andrew Davie (Jets) off waivers. | 4 hours | |
| 9. | Warrant issued for Chris Perry's arrest | (Rotoworld) Police have issued a warrant for free agent Chris Perry's arrest on failure to pay taxes to the City of Wyoming in 2006 and 2007. Analysis: Perry, cut by the Bengals in April, failed to show for a June 17 hearing. The 2004 first-rounder is expected to start at running back for the Orlando franchise of the UFL this season. | 4 hours | |
| 10. | Rookie Byrd starting free safety for Bil... | (Rotoworld) Chris Brown of buffalobills.com believes rookie Jairus Byrd "has a legitimate chance" to start at free safety this season. Analysis: Even if Byrd doesn't win the starting job by Week 1, he'll have the opportunity to unseat Ko Simpson during the season. The Bills are looking for a true playmaking centerfielder, and Byrd racked up 17 interceptions and 53 pass breakups in three years at Oregon. | 4 hours | |
| 11. | NFL | Warrant issued for Perry | (KFFL) WCPO.com reports the Wyoming Police in Hamilton County have issued an arrest warrant for unrestricted free-agent RB Chris Perry (Bengals) after he failed to appear for a court date. He is wanted for failure to pay city taxes in 2006 and 2007. | 4 hours | |
| 12. | Report: Dawson, Browns prepare for stand... | (Rotoworld) Based on what he's hearing, NFL insider Adam Schefter predicts that Phil Dawson will not kick for the Browns this season. Analysis: Pushing for a new contract, Dawson has been skipping voluntary workouts all offseason. With no resolution in sight, Schefter expects to see a "standoff" between the two sides later this summer. The Browns signed rookie free agent kicker Parker Douglass but could eventually turn to an available veteran such as Matt Stover or John Carney. | 4 hours | |
| 13. | Jets | Gholston could start while Pace out | (KFFL) J.P. Pelzman, of The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets LB Vernon Gholston may start at outside linebacker while LB Calvin Pace serves his four-game suspension. | 5 hours | |
| 14. | Dolphins | Davis cleared of charges | (KFFL) Edgar Thompson, of the Palm Beach Post, reports Miami Dolphins CB Vontae Davis has been cleared of all charges stemming from a traffic incident in Champagne Ill., because the police are satisfied that Davis was not the person they pulled over. "We have dismissed the traffic ticket and ordinance violation issued in Vontae Davis' name. We are satisfied that he was not the individual we had contact with June 9, 2009. We are working to identify who the individual actually is and pursue charges against him. We regret any embarrassment or inconvenience this situation has caused for M... (More) | 5 hours | |
| 15. | Vick files revised bankruptcy plan | (Rotoworld) Though Michael Vick officially submitted a revised bankruptcy plan on Thursday, the judge has yet to rule on the proposal. Analysis: A judge rejected Vick's original plan back in April, but this one is believed to have a better chance of being accepted. The plan ensures that creditors will receive money even if Vick's NFL career remains in jeopardy. | 5 hours | |
| 16. | Cardinals | Iwebema says he will be ready for camp | (KFFL) Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals DL Kenny Iwebema (chest) said he will be ready for the start of training camp. He said is only concern is his conditioning at the start of camp. | 5 hours | |
| 17. | Cardinals | R. Johnson could win backup role | (KFFL) Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals FS Rashad Johnson could win one of the backup jobs at safety with a good performance during training camp. He could see most of his playing time on special teams this season while working his way up the depth chart. | 5 hours | |
| 18. | NFL | Three players enter supplemental draft | (KFFL) Gil Brandt, of NFL.com, reports Kansas State WR Deon Murphy, Western Kentucky LB Blake Boyd and Southern Mississippi WR Torris Magee have entered the 2009 NFL Supplemental Draft, which will be held Thursday, July 16. | 5 hours | |
| 19. | Traffic charge against Vontae Davis drop... | (Rotoworld) Vontae Davis was cleared Thursday of a traffic charge stemming from a June incident that is thought to have been a case of mistaken identity. Analysis: Prosecutors confirmed that someone used Davis' ID when police arrested the person for "unnecessary vehicular noise" and driving with an invalid license on June 9. Police have not since found the actual criminal. | 6 hours | |
| 20. | NFL says Favre Vikings jerseys not comin... | (Rotoworld) A league spokesman denies speculation that the NFL has already approved the mass production of Brett Favre Vikings jerseys. Analysis: "We wait until there is a player contract that has been approved," Brian McCarthy said. "Nothing has transpired from here." Reebok is believed to have produced screens of the No. 4 jerseys, but they could be destroyed if Favre doesn't end up with the Vikings. He's almost certain to, though, and the merchandise could threaten the single-season record for jersey sales. | 6 hours | |
| 21. | Pace, Calvin | NYJ | (SportsGrumblings) Jets LB Calvin Pace suspended Analysis: Pace will miss the first four regular-season games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances, the team's third player to receive a doping suspension in the past year.<p> Under N.F.L. rules, Pace can participate in all preseason practices and games, including training camp. His suspension begins on Sept. 5, and he can return to the active roster on Oct. 5, after the Jets' fourth game of the season, played at New Orleans. The Jets play the Miami Dolphins on "Monday Night Football" the next week. (New York Times) | 6 hours | |
| 22. | Six eligible for Supplemental Draft | (Rotoworld) In addition to Kentucky DE Jeremy Jarmon, Kansas State WR Deon Murphy, Western Kentucky LB Blake Boyd, and Southern Miss WR Torris Magee have been deemed eligible for the July 16 Supplemental Draft. Analysis: Florida State WR Corey Surrency and Central Michigan OT Joe McMahon are also eligible. Only Jarmon is sure to be drafted, but Magee (6'2/214) offers NFL size and averaged 14.4 YPC on 44 grabs in 2007 before an injury ruined '08 season. Surrency is a talent, but has a laundry list of character red flags. | 6 hours | |
| 23. | Calvin Pace | (RotoWire) Pace has been suspended for the first four games of the 2009 season for violating the NFL's policy on performance enhancing substances, Newsday reports. Analysis: Pace, who is eligible to participate in all the Jets' preseason practices and games, will be eligible to return to the team's active roster Oct. 5 following an Oct. 4 game. This will be a blow to the Jets' pass rush early on, though it could open the door for Vernon Gholston to see an expanded role -- and start to live up to the hype -- in Weeks 1-4. | 6 hours | |
| 24. | White, LenDale | Ten | (SportsGrumblings) Titans RB White working out with Nuggets' Billups Analysis: Titans RB LenDale White has been working hard during the offseason to lose weight, and he plans to keep pushing until training camp starts according to the <i>Tennessean</i>. White has had weight problems in the past, and few believed that he was playing at his listed weight of 235 pounds last season.<p> White will spend the next five weeks working out in Denver with his uncle Herman White and his cousin, Denver Nuggets star Chauncey Billups. (NFL.com) | 6 hours | |
| 25. | Cowboys | Hunt, Spanos waived | (KFFL) Brandon George, of The Dallas Morning News, reports the Dallas Cowboys have waived TE Jamar Hunt and C Matt Spanos. | 6 hours | |
| 26. | Patriots | No formal talks with McGinest | (KFFL) Christopher L. Gasper, of the Boston Globe, reports the New England Patriots have not had any formal talks with unrestricted free-agent LB Willie McGinest (Browns), who would be open to signing with the Patriots. | 7 hours | |
| 27. | Pace suspended four games | (TheHuddle) NewYorkJets.com reports New York Jets LB Calvin Pace has been suspended four games for violating the NFL's policy on performing enhancing substances. Pace said in a statement that the violation occurred because he used an over-the-counter dietary supplement that contained a substance banned by the league that he did not know about. Analysis: Pace had seven sacks and five forced fumbles in 2008, so his loss will be a difficult one for the Jets to deal with the first four games. | 7 hours | |
| 28. | Willing to take calls about Marshall | (TheHuddle) Adam Schefter of ESPN reports on his Twitter page that the Denver Broncos do not want to trade WR Brandon Marshall but are willing to take calls from other teams about him. Analysis: Whoever's interested in Marshall would not only have to consider the emotional baggage that would come with the talented but troubled receiver, but they'd also have to probably give up a first- and third-round pick and be willing to pay him at least $9 million a year. It'd be surprising if more than two or three teams would be interested in even inquiring about Marshall. | 7 hours | |
| 29. | Jets | Pace suspended four games | (KFFL) Eric Allen, of NewYorkJets.com, reports New York Jets LB Calvin Pace has been suspended four games for violating the NFL's policy on performing enhancing substances. Pace said in a statement that the violation occurred because he used an over-the-counter dietary supplement that contained a substance banned by the league that he did not know about. | 7 hours | |
| 30. | Bills | Will use ho-huddle half of the time? | (KFFL) Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com, speculates the Buffalo Bills may use a no-huddle offense about half of the time this season unless they are very successful with it. | 7 hours | |
| 31. | Jets OLB Calvin Pace suspended four game... | (Rotoworld) NFL suspended Jets OLB Calvin Pace four games for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Analysis: It's a big blow to the Jets' defense. Pace is New York's top pass rusher and early impressions of backup Vernon Gholston's second offseason haven't been promising. Pace will be eligible to return in Week 5 against the Dolphins. | 7 hours | |
| 32. | Fladell, Mike | FA | (SportsGrumblings) Fladell fails physical Analysis: The Rutgers guard the Jets picked up off waivers from the Giants, Mike Fladell, failed his physical and will not be joining the team for training camp when it opens Jul 31 in Cortland. (LoHudBlogs.com) | 8 hours | |
| 33. | Broncos | Willing to take calls about Marshall | (KFFL) Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports on his Twitter page that the Denver Broncos does not want to trade WR Brandon Marshall but are willing to take calls from other teams about him. | 8 hours | |
| 34. | Bengals | R. Williams ready to compete for job | (KFFL) Carlos Holmes, of the Dayton Daily News, reports Cincinnati Bengals SS Roy L. Williams appears to be the favorite for the starting strong safety job but is ready to compete with the other players during training camp. "I'm going to compete and whatever I do I will try to do at a high velocity. I see all the other guys are like that as well. The competition is great and we will have a great team because everyone is competing for the same jobs and that's a good thing," Williams said. | 8 hours | |
| 35. | Bowe working on improving hands | (TheHuddle) The Kansas City Star reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe said he has been working hard on improving his concentration and ability to catch the ball on a consistent basis. Head coach Todd Haley is expected to work with Bowe during training camp. Analysis: Bowe was already a solid No. 2 Fantasy receiver, with seven TDs and 1,022 yards receiving last season. With Matt Cassel throwing balls his way, and with his added work on display before training camp even starts, Bowe is positioning himself as a sleeper No. 1 Fantasy wide out. And since he'll probably be below a lot of radars this season, Bowe ... (More) | 8 hours | |
| 36. | Northcutt expected to play in the slot | (TheHuddle) The Detroit Free Press reports Detroit Lions newly added WR Dennis Northcutt said he knows a lot of the team's offense already. He studied the team's playbook on his way home from Detroit on an airplane after taking his physical with the Lions. He said by the time training camp arrives, he will know the entire offense. He is expected to play in the slot, but Northcutt mentioned he can play anywhere. Analysis: Northcutt projects, as of now at least, as the Lions' No. 2 receiver behind Calvin Johnson -- unless you believe Keary Colbert, Ronald Curry or one of the other eight players listed on the Detr... (More) | 8 hours | |
| 37. | Watson, D. Thomas may battle for roster spot | (TheHuddle) NESN.com speculates New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson and TE David Thomas may compete for a roster spot on the team's final roster. Analysis: That's a bit odd, considering the fact that Watson is listed as the No. 1 tight end on the Patriots depth chart, according to the team's Web site. Barring injury or a surprising lack of performance in training camp, you have to think Watson will be the man come the start of the season. He's averaged nearly four touchdowns per season since 2005, but his TD numbers fell from six in 2007 to two last season. | 8 hours | |
| 38. | Chiefs | Bowe working on improving hands | (KFFL) Kent Babb, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe said he has been working hard on improving his concentration and ability to catch the ball on a consistent basis. Head coach Todd Haley is expected to work with Bowe during training camp. | 8 hours | |
| 39. | Patriots | Watson, D. Thomas may battle for roster spot | (KFFL) Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, speculates New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson and TE David Thomas may compete for a roster spot on the team's final roster. | 9 hours | |
| 40. | Patriots | Could keep four TEs on roster | (KFFL) Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, reports the New England Patriots may keep four tight ends on their final roster because they do not have a fullback on their current roster. | 9 hours | |
| 41. | Patriots | Watson says TE position very deep | (KFFL) Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, reports New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson said the tight end position on the team is very deep going into training camp, and the players have been learning things from the other tight ends on the team. "It definitely is the most depth [the Patriots have had], and all of us have game experience. All of us have played. It's a great group. It's great to have guys who have played. We can bounce stuff off of each other. We can learn from each other, but it is a deep group," Watson said. | 9 hours | |
| 42. | Gholston struggles at OTAs | (Rotoworld) According to Adam Schefter's Twitter page, "signs from OTAs were not encouraging" for Jets 2008 first-round pick Vernon Gholston. Analysis: Non-contact OTA practices should be where Gholston excels because he's 6'3/260+ and can fly. The new Jets coaching staff has been positive about Gholston's progress, but unbiased observers don't seem quite as upbeat. | 9 hours | |
| 43. | Seahawks | Mora likes what Carlson brings to team | (KFFL) Clare Farnsworth, of Seahawks.com, reports Seattle Seahawks head coach Jim Mora said he likes what TE John Carlson brings to the team and believes he could become a very good player. "John looks like he's going to be pretty special," Mora said. "He can go in-line and block. He can go in motion. He can go in the slot. And he's very smart. He can handle a lot. I like him a lot." | 9 hours | |
| 44. | Donte Stallworth | (RotoWire) Stallworth, who is currently serving a 30-day jail sentence for the conviction of DUI manslaughter, tested positive for marijuana, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. Analysis: This will not add any time to his jail sentence as the judge already had this evidence present when assigning it. The problems stemming from his positive drug test will come from commissioner Roger Goodell, who currently has Stallworth suspended indefinitely. This positive marijuana test could give Goodell another reason to increase what will likely already be a lengthy suspension. | 9 hours | |
| 45. | Lions | Northcutt does not have opinion on QBs | (KFFL) Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Lions WR Dennis Northcutt said he does not have an opinion on QBs Daunte Culpepper or Matthew Stafford, but wants to work with whichever will be the starter so he can build chemistry. "I don't care who our quarterback is. I just want to be able to work with him, stay after, catch balls, get on the same page, build chemistry and go win football games." Northcutt said. | 9 hours | |
| 46. | LenDale White | (RotoWire) White has vowed to report to training camp under 230 pounds, the Nashville Tennessean reports. Analysis: White tipped the scales at 260 pounds last year, and has made a concerted effort to get into and stay in shape this offseason. He's undoubtedly motivated considering he's entering a contract year, so we tend to believe him when he says he'll report to camp under 230 pounds. What remains to be seen is if it will cost him some of his power. He received the most goal-line carries in the NFL last year, and his value is dependent on being able to convert those opportunities into points. | 10 hours | |
| 47. | Bears | Still have plenty of money under the cap | (KFFL) Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the Chicago Bears still have $17.67 million of salary cap space this season. | 10 hours | |
| 48. | Bears | Angelo believes Williams will be fine at RT | (KFFL) Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said he is very confident that OT Chris Williams will be able to play at a high level at right tackle this season because he has all the tools to be a very good tackle. | 10 hours | |
| 49. | Bryant Johnson | (RotoWire) Despite the Lions' trade for Dennis Northcutt, Johnson is expected to be the team's second receiver, according to the Detroit Free Press. Analysis: Johnson will be a trendy sleeper pick this offseason due to his position opposite Calvin Johnson, but the quarterback situation in Detroit should temper expectations a bit. A motivated Daunte Culpepper could provide some solid play under center and Matthew Stafford has a cannon for an arm, but neither are close to being surefire bets to make their receivers, outside of Megatron, fantasy relevant. | 10 hours | |
| 50. | Bears | Angelo not worried about offensive line | (KFFL) Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears general manager Jerry Angelo said he is not worried about the team's offensive line despite having three new starters. Angelo believes the line will be able to gel during training camp and improve each week during the season. | 10 hours | |
| 51. | Dennis Northcutt | (RotoWire) Northcutt is expected to be Detroit's third wide receiver, the Detroit Free Press reports. Analysis: Bryant Johnson has the Number 2 spot all but locked up opposite the dynamic Calvin Johnson. There wouldn't seem to be a whole lot of upside to being the Lions' third option in the passing game considering last year's debacle and continued uncertainty under center. | 10 hours | |
| 52. | Redskins | W. Montgomery could make roster as backup C | (KFFL) Paul Tenorio, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins OL Will Montgomery worked at center with the second-team offense during offseason workouts and could make the final roster as the backup center. | 10 hours | |
| 53. | Redskins | Bridges could be used at several positions | (KFFL) Paul Tenorio, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins OT Jeremy Bridges could be used as a backup at guard and tackle if he does not win the starting right tackle job during training camp. | 10 hours | |
| 54. | Report: Broncos will field calls for Mar... | (Rotoworld) NFL insider Adam Schefter writes on his Twitter page that the Broncos are willing to listen to offers for Brandon Marshall. Analysis: The Broncos "won't make them, but will take them," Schefter says, adding that he believes the club would part with its top receiver for a first-round pick. Denver already traded its 2010 top pick to move up in the second round of this year's draft for CB Alphonso Smith. Marshall is a holdout risk as he recovers from hip surgery, wants a new contract, and has demanded a trade. | 10 hours | |
| 55. | Dolphins | Folsom agrees to terms | (KFFL) Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports the Miami Dolphins have agreed to terms with seventh-round draft choice LB J.D. Folsom on a four-year deal worth $1.812 million, according to a league source. The contract also includes a $62,000 signing bonus. | 10 hours | |
| 56. | No formal talks with McGinest | (Rotoworld) Free agent Willie McGinest wants to return to the Patriots, but there have been no formal talks between the two sides. Analysis: The Patriots may not want McGinest back at this point in his career. He'll probably garner interest from some teams later in the summer, but for now the Patriots don't seem interested. | 11 hours | |
| 57. | Null in the mix for No. 3 job | (Rotoworld) Rookie QB Keith Null will get "plenty of opportunities" to nail down the third quarterback job. Analysis: Null reportedly displayed a decent arm at minicamp and will need to pick up the offense in training camp to lock up the job. | 11 hours | |
| 58. | Smith expected to start | (Rotoworld) Beat writer Jim Thomas says it "would be a shock" if rookie tackle Jason Smith doesn't start on opening day. Analysis: Smith, the No. 2 overall pick in the draft, is penciled in at right tackle. Coach Steve Spagnuolo claims the rookie will have to earn his spot, but he's too talented and is making too much money to not be out there for Week 1. | 11 hours | |
| 59. | White plans on keeping weight off | (Rotoworld) Titans RB LenDale White says he's going to keep the weight off over the next few weeks by working out in Denver with his Uncle and his cousin, Chauncey Billups. Analysis: White weighed in at a slim 229 pounds last week, but he's been known to balloon up during down time. The former USC bruiser guaranteed that he won't return for training camp over 230 pounds. Jeff Fisher is happy with his attitude and made no mention of White's weight loss causing him to lose power. We'll see if it affects his goal-line abilities as he scored 15 touchdowns last season. | 12 hours | |
| 60. | Smith won't carry it much | (Rotoworld) According to beat writer Tom Kowalski, veteran FB Terrelle Smith will likely make the roster. Analysis: Smith is competing with second-year man Jerome Felton for the starting fullback job, but Kowalski thinks the Lions will keep both on the roster. Neither one figures to get more than 10 carries all season as they block for Kevin Smith. | 13 hours | |
| 61. | Spagnuolo will ride Jackson | (Rotoworld) When asked what position he feels most comfortable with right now, Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo said RB Steven Jackson. Analysis: This is not a surprise as Jackson is clearly the most talented player on the Rams' roster. Spagnuolo called him "one of the premier backs in the league" and said he "stuck out" in the offseason. As long as Jackson is healthy, expect a massive workload this season. | 13 hours | |
| 62. | Dolphins sign their seventh-rounder | (Rotoworld) Dolphins signed seventh-round pick J.D. Folsom to a four-year, $1.812 million contract, including a signing bonus of $62,000. Analysis: The inside linebacker out of Weber St. University will likely compete for a roster spot at training camp. | 13 hours | |
| 63. | Three rookie contracts get approved | (Rotoworld) The rookie contracts of Falcons draft picks Chris Owens, Spencer Adkins and Garrett Reynolds have been approved. Analysis: According to profootballtalk.com, the contracts were not originally approved because of a "language oversight" relating to team incentives and individual "not likely to be earned" incentives. | 13 hours | |
| 64. | Chargers | Training camp closed to public | (KFFL) Kevin Acee, of The San Diego Union-Tribune, reports the San Diego Chargers will close its training camp site to the public due to safety concerns at Chargers Park this summer. | 15 hours | |
| 65. | Lions | Northcutt expected to play in the slot | (KFFL) Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of The Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Lions newly added WR Dennis Northcutt said he knows a lot of the team's offense already. He studied the team's playbook on his way home from Detroit on an airplane after taking his physical with the Lions. He said by the time training camp arrives, he will know the entire offense. He is expected to play in the slot, but Northcutt mentioned he can play anywhere. | 15 hours | |
| 66. | Leodis McKelvin | (RotoWire) McKelvin is expected to start as the No. 2 cornerback in 2009 and could become a defensive playmaker in his second season, the Bills' official site reports. Analysis: As a still unproven cornerback, he'll probably see more throws his way than veteran Terrence McGee. He's also one of the fastest players in the league and is an excellent kickoff return man. So if your league makes you choose corners, he could be worth a look in deeper IDP formats. | 22 hours | |
| 67. | Darrius Heyward-Bey | (RotoWire) Heyward-Bey (hamstring) said he is at about "80 percent strength," NFL.com reports. Analysis: Heyward-Bey said he went through a lot of the Raiders' offseason drills at less than full strength in order to prove to his coaches and teammates that he can play through pain. That's certainly a good way to make a strong early impression. | 1 day | |
| 68. | Darnell Dockett | (RotoWire) Dockett may have made a veiled threat to hold out of training camp on Wednesday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports. Analysis: Dockett was asked on Twitter if he planned to attend training camp and he replied, "I've never killed anyone to my knowledge so I wouldn't want u to hold ur breath." While this may insinuate that Dockett will skip some or all of training camp, Urban points out that he will be fined a steep $14,000 per day if he holds out. It's therefore unlikely that Dockett will hold out for a significant length of time. We expect to see him in Flagstaff with the rest of the Cardinals this summer. The Cardinals have no plans to rework his c... (More) | 1 day | |
| 69. | Manning ready to lead offense | (TheHuddle) The New York Post, reports New York Giants general manager Jerry Reese said there will be more responsibility placed on QB Eli Manning's shoulders this season, as he will have to guide a young offensive unit. 'We're going to put more of the onus on him,' Reese said. Manning said he is up to the challenge. 'I think you got a quarterback going into his sixth year and ? some young receivers,' Manning said. 'It's my job to make sure those guys are on the same page and my job to be a leader and take control of the offense and the passing game. As a quarterback you're always going to be a leader, but now ... (More) | 1 day | |
| 70. | Hester to be used in Wildcat formation? | (TheHuddle) ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears WR Devin Hester could be used in a variety of ways within the team's offense this season. He could line up as a running back or in some sort of Wildcat formation. Analysis: It is apparent that the Bears could try some new things on offense with newly acquired quarterback Jay Cutler at the helm. WR Devin Hester has always had tremendous speed and he will most certainly be given more opportunities to get his hands on the ball as the teams primary playmaker in 2009. Fantasy owners should still proceed ... (More) | 1 day | |
| 71. | Walter looking to improve on YAC this season | (TheHuddle) HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans WR Kevin Walter said he has been working on his stiff arm and other moves to try to get more yards after the catch this season. Analysis: Walter has emerged in recent seasons as a solid compliment to No. 1 wideout Andre Johnson in the Texans offense. Fantasy owners looking for a nice No. 3 or No. 4 receiver could do far worse than selecting Walter with a middle-round draft pick since he is likely to draw single-coverage from opposing defenses and will work opposite Johnson in this offense. | 1 day | |
| 72. | Eagles | Maclin only rookie left to sign contract | (KFFL) Don McKee, of the Philadelphia Inquirer, reports the Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to terms on a contract with seven of their eight draft picks. First-round draft choice WR Jeremy Maclin is the only rookie the team has left to sign. | 1 day | |
| 73. | Northcutt will play in the slot for Lion... | (Rotoworld) After passing his physical Tuesday, Dennis Northcutt confirmed that the Lions acquired him to play in the slot between Calvin and Bryant Johnson. Analysis: "That's one of the biggest reasons they brought me in," Northcutt said. "That has been my biggest strength through my nine years of playing in the NFL." The bad news is OC Scott Linehan's last experiment with a slot receiver (Drew Bennett) busted. Northcutt will struggle to match his 2008 numbers. | 1 day | |
| 74. | Raiders | R. Brown says he is feeling good | (KFFL) Larisa Croitor, of Raiders.com, reports Oakland Raiders LB Ricky Brown (undisclosed) underwent offseason surgery but said he feels good and is looking forward to this season. "I'm excited and I have been feeling great," said Brown. "I'm ready to pick up right where I left off last season and continue to establish my reputation as a good linebacker." | 1 day | |
| 75. | Texans | Walter looking to improve on YAC this season | (KFFL) HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans WR Kevin Walter said he has been working on his stiff arm and other moves to try to get more yards after the catch this season. | 1 day | |
| 76. | Bengals | Huber to be holder | (KFFL) Cedric K. Brown, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals P Kevin Huber will be the holder for field goals and extra points this season and said he needs to work on the timing with the kicker and long snapper. "I'm pretty comfortable with it; I just have to get down with how [PK Shayne Graham] likes the ball to be held. The big thing right now is just getting the timing down with me, him and [LS Brad St. Louis]," Huber said. | 1 day | |
| 77. | Ravens | Rice hires new agent | (KFFL) Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports Baltimore Ravens RB Ray Rice has hired Todd France as his new agent, according to NFL Players Association records. | 1 day | |
| 78. | Patriots | Gostkowski says things going good with new snappers | (KFFL) Christopher L. Gasper, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots PK Stephen Gostkowski said things have gone fairly smoothly working with LS Nathan Hodel and LS Jake Ingram, who are trying to replace LS Lonie Paxton who signed with the Denver Broncos. | 1 day | |
| 79. | Jets | Fladell waived | (KFFL) The New York Jets have announced they have waived OG Mike Fladell. | 1 day | |
| 80. | Jets waive/failed physical Fladell | (Rotoworld) Jets waived/failed physical OT Mike Fladell. Analysis: As the transaction suggests, Fladell didn't pass his physical. | 1 day | |
| 81. | Dolphins | Negotiations ongoing with Folsom | (KFFL) Mike Berardino, of the South Florida SunSentinel, reports the Miami Dolphins seventh-round draft choice LB J.D. Folsom said his agent and the Dolphins are negotiating a contract. | 1 day | |
| 82. | Agent: Edgerrin James in great playing s... | (Rotoworld) Agent Drew Rosenhaus writes on his Twitter page that free agent Edgerrin James is "in great playing shape" and "excited about this season." Analysis: As NFL news slows to a halt, we always have Rosenhaus to count on for updates. James, who turns 31 in August, is reportedly down to 216 pounds. He's listed at 220. Edge may still have to wait for injuries to strike before finding a team, though with Brian Westbrook ailing Philly wouldn't be a bad fit. | 1 day | |
| 83. | 49ers | Nose tackle to be Balmer's best position? | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports at least one San Francisco 49ers coach believes that nose tackle will ultimately be DL Kentwan Balmer's best position. | 1 day | |
| 84. | 49ers | Sopoaga prefers defensive end | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports San Francisco 49ers DL Isaac Sopoaga has said previously that he prefers playing defensive end rather than nose tackle because he has less to worry about at end. | 1 day | |
| 85. | 49ers | McDonald may start camp on PUP list | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports San Francisco 49ers DE Ray McDonald (knee) could start training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list. | 1 day | |
| 86. | 49ers | Ulbrich may need to hold off players for roster spot | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports San Francisco 49ers LB Jeff Ulbrich likely will need to hold off LB Mark Washington and LB Justin Roland during training camp to keep his roster spot. | 1 day | |
| 87. | 49ers | Washington likely to fight for roster spot | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports San Francisco 49ers LB Mark Washington may need to be one of the team's top special teamers to make the final roster. | 1 day | |
| 88. | Cris Carter unloads on sleeping rookie | (Rotoworld) Former Vikings receiver Cris Carter reportedly unleashed on a player he caught dozing off during Carter's speech at the Rookie Symposium. Analysis: Well, we know it wasn't Percy Harvin. Carter, the symposium's final speaker, reportedly told the rookie that, "if you don't want to listen to people who know more than you and who can help you navigate through what lies ahead, odds are you won't be in the league for long." It'll be interesting to see if the player is exposed later on. We're betting he will be. | 1 day | |
| 89. | Patriots | McGinest would be interested in return | (KFFL) Albert Breer, of SportingNews.com, reports unrestricted free-agent LB Willie McGinest (Browns) said he would be interested in rejoining the New England Patriots. | 1 day | |
| 90. | 49ers | McKillop unlikely to see much playing time | (KFFL) Matthew Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, reports San Francisco 49ers LB Scott McKillop likely will not see much playing time this season unless LB Takeo Spikes suffers an injury. | 1 day | |
| 91. | Jaguars | Alexander says he is healthy | (KFFL) Ryan Robinson, of Jaguars.com, reports Jacksonville Jaguars FS Gerald Alexander (neck) said he is fully healthy after missing a majority of the 2008 season after fracturing his vertebrae. | 1 day | |
| 92. | Jaguars | Alexander happy but shocked by trade | (KFFL) Ryan Robinson, of Jaguars.com, reports Jacksonville Jaguars FS Gerald Alexander said he was surprised by the trade but is happy to play with the team. "I'm just excited about being in this situation. Obviously there is a shock value, but I'm looking forward to being a part of this team. I have to move on to a new situation and learn a new system; get acquainted with a new group of people," Alexander said. | 1 day | |
| 93. | Lions | T. Smith expected to make roster | (KFFL) Updating a previous report, Tom Kowalski, of MLive.com, reports Detroit Lions FB Terrelle Smith is expected to make the final roster even if he does not win the starting job because it is believed they will keep two fullbacks on their roster. | 1 day | |
| 94. | Lions | Felton expected to compete for starting job | (KFFL) Tom Kowalski, of MLive.com, reports Detroit Lions FB Jerome Felton is expected to compete with FB Terrelle Smith for the starting fullback job during training camp. | 1 day | |
| 95. | Redskins suddenly high on Rinehart? | (Rotoworld) Redskins offensive line coach Joe Bugel has noticed a "night and day" change in 2008 third-round pick Chad Rinehart. Analysis: Rinehart gave Washington nothing as a rookie, but the team hopes he'll provide depth at guard. The Skins have done poorly developing their offensive line draft picks of late. There was concern last year that Rinehart would bust, but Bugel now says "he's going to be a real good football player for us." | 1 day | |
| 96. | Redskins | Smoot, Barnes expected to compete for No. 3 job | (KFFL) Paul Tenorio, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins CB Fred Smoot is expected to compete with CB Kevin Barnes for the team's nickelback job during training camp. | 1 day | |
| 97. | Alex Barron likely to stay on left side | (Rotoworld) Beat writer Bill Coats expects Alex Barron to remain the Rams' starting left tackle when the season opens. Analysis: Barron, 27, is in a contract year and could significantly increase his 2010 market value if he performs well on Marc Bulger's blind side. Rookie Jason Smith's superior strength will come in handy at right tackle, although he'll likely move to the left side eventually. It just may not happen this season. | 1 day | |
| 98. | Bengals | A. Smith wants to avoid holdout | (KFFL) Steve Wyche, of NFL.com, reports Cincinnati Bengals OT Andre Smith said Tuesday, June 30, that he hopes to be signed and in training camp on time because a holdout could hamper his transition from left tackle to right tackle. | 1 day | |
| 99. | Willie McGinest | (RotoWire) McGinest is open to a return to the Patriots, the Boston Globe reports. Analysis: There could be a fit here, as the Pats could probably use added linebacker depth and though McGinest has lost a step, he knows the system well and is the sort of veteran that the team's coaching staff is often able to get the most of. | 1 day | |
| 100. | Report: Carriker finally over shoulder i... | (Rotoworld) Rams DT Adam Carriker is reportedly fully healthy for the first time since suffering a torn labrum in December of 2007. Analysis: Carriker, who showed off his strength and quickness in OTAs, will key Steve Spagnuolo's defensive line along with last year's first-rounder Chris Long. He also has the luxury of sticking to one position this season -- left defensive tackle. | 1 day |