After 16 years in the NFL, Jon Kitna is now teaching 16-year-olds. Kitna, who retired from football after the 2011 season and played for the Seahawks, Bengals, Lions, and Cowboys, has been hired as a teacher and coach at Lincoln High School in Tacoma. Danny O’Neil of the Seattle Times tells the tale of Kitna’s…
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Bengals linebacker Dontay Moch, a much-hyped third-round pick in the 2011 draft, suffered a foot injury in training camp and ultimately didn’t play at all during his rookie season. His debut could be delayed by at least 25 percent of the 2012 season. Jason La Canfora of CBS reports via Twitter that Moch has been…
- 7 hours ago, 19 May 12, 7:47pm -

Cowboys defensive back Morris Claiborne recently said that he hopes to be ready for a June 12 minicamp after recently having pins removed from his left wrist. Claiborne’s hopes may not become reality. Via NFL.com, former Cowboys scout Bryan Broaddus, who now writes for the team’s official website, writes on Twitter that Claiborne still will…
- 7 hours ago, 19 May 12, 7:26pm -

Earlier today, Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora said that, if he gets to a million followers in one day on Twitter, he’ll buy Lawrence Taylor’s Super Bowl XXV ring (which Taylor gave to his son and which Taylor’s son is selling) and give it back to Taylor. Osi later revised the limit to 500,000, with…
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The numbers keep growing and growing, as more and more former players are adding their names to concussion lawsuits against the NFL. According to NFLConcussionLitigation.com, three more actions were filed this week. One action, filed in Georgia, has only four plaintiffs:  Robert Edwards, Kenneth Callicutt, Byron Ingram, and Todd Kelly.  Edwards (pictured), who tore up…
- 8 hours ago, 19 May 12, 6:39pm -

Mike Klis of the Denver Post reports that the Broncos have opened long-term contract negotiations with left tackle Ryan Clady. Citing “several NFL sources,” Klis reports that “it may be a while” before the sides close a deal. Though Clady’s sacks-allowed total has been on the rise over the past three seasons, Klis’ story goes on to…
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Former NFL running back Dorsey Levens, who won a Super Bowl ring with the Packers in 1996, has been working on a documentary regarding concussions.  After 18 months, his work is nearly completed, in the form of a film entitled Bell Rung. Levens tells D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal Constitution that the effort…
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Earlier this month, Raiders quarterback Terrelle Pryor told SI.com that he thought about quitting football last year.  Pryor has now abandoned talk of abandoning the game. “I’m not going to talk about that,” Pryor said to Jerry McDonald of InsideBayArea.com.  “That’s in the past.” What’s in the future for Pryor is a desire to play. …
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This week we mentioned that Tim Tebow’s lawyers were going after the makers of T-shirts with the words “My Jesus” written in the same style as the “NY Jets” logo used by Tebow’s team. Now the company selling the shirts says it won’t back down. “We are artists and have no desire to trespass on…
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Ryan Clady of the Broncos was hailed as perhaps the top young left tackle in football four years ago, when he protected Jay Cutler’s blind side well enough to allow 0.5 sacks in 16 starts. Clady “earned” Pro Bowl and first-team All-Pro honors the following season, largely because his name recognition grew based on rookie-year…
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NEW YORK (AP) Lawyers representing Tim Tebow have sent a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer they say is illegally using the name of the New York Jets quarterback to sell products.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.
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NEW YORK (AP) Yeremiah Bell is joining the other side of the Dolphins-Jets rivalry.
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PHILADELPHIA (AP) LeSean McCoy ran his way onto the short list of the best running backs in the NFL. He can now stamp his name among the highest paid.
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NEW YORK (AP) The lawyer for Brandon Marshall says no charges will be brought against the Chicago Bears wide receiver for an altercation outside a nightclub in March.
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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) New York Jets defensive lineman Kenrick Ellis reportedly has reached a plea agreement in a Virginia court that will reduce a felony charge to a misdemeanor.
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DECATUR, Ala. (AP) Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain has been sentenced to 180 days in jail for assault and other charges stemming from a fight in his hometown when he allegedly threatened to kill a man and fired a gun next to his head.
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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed placekicker Connor Barth to a four-year, $13.2 million contract.
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.
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LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (AP) Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor is auctioning off his 1991 Super Bowl championship ring.
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Dolphins' Bush not sorry for Nazi reference in tweet
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Osi Umenyiora promised Saturday to buy back Giants great LawrenceTaylor his Super Bowl XXV ring.
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Bucs DL Brian Price hospitalized after breaking down after sisterdied in auto accident
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Report: Wes Welker reveals contract talks with Patriots gettingworse
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Lawyers representing Tim Tebow have sent a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer they say is illegally using the name of the New York Jets quarterback to sell products.
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 9:00pm -

Junior Seau's death got former New England Patriots linebackerTed Johnson thinking again about his own career in the NFL and hisstruggles with post-concussion syndrome after he retired in2005.
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 3:54pm -

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any ofDrew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contractnegotiations personally.
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Bengals sign Dre Kirkpatrick
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New York Giants great Lawrence Taylor was unaware his Super BowlXXV ring was being put up for auction, FOXSports.com has learned.
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The Philadelphia Eagles have locked down their franchise runningback for another five season, according to the franchise?s Twitteraccount.
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Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Greg Lloyd is not a big fan of Commissioner Roger Goodell's efforts to improve player safety.
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Miami Dolphins running back Reggie Bush was on the defensive Saturday after one of his tweets about a soccer match included a reference to Nazis.
- 5 hours ago, 19 May 12, 9:29pm -

Carolina Panthers defensive end Charles Johnson will not be ready for team OTAs starting Tuesday, according to the Charlotte Observer.
- 6 hours ago, 19 May 12, 8:51pm -

New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora fell short of the half-million Twitter followers he said he needed in order to buy the Super Bowl ring of Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor.
- 7 hours ago, 19 May 12, 7:37pm -

The Denver Broncos have reportedly opened contract-extension talks with starting left tackle Ryan Clady, the man who will be charged with protecting quarterback Peyton Manning.
- 10 hours ago, 19 May 12, 4:50pm -

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross played down expectations for instant results from rookie quarterback Ryan Tannehill, saying the team won't rush the eighth-overall pick in April's draft, according to The Palm Beach Post.
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Matt Moore came in last season for an injured Chad Henne as the starting quarterback and went 6-3. This season, after the Dolphins signed free-agent David Garrard and drafted Ryan Tannehill he's looking to establish himself as the starter.
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Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco says he welcomes a point-scoring mindset and the pressure to do so in Terrell Suggs' absence due to an Achilles injury. This year the offense will carry the defense, not the other way around.
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Terrell Suggs partially tore his Achilles during an offseason working at home in Arizona leaving him open to the possibility the Ravens might dock his salary for the "non-football injury" but the team hasn't even discussed it.
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Dallas Cowboys first-round draft pick Morris Claiborne will not be ready to participate in mandatory minicamp in June as the cornerback previously said, according to DallasCowboys.com
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Though San Diego's 2012 draft class earned rave reviews, one selection that raised eyebrows was fifth-rounder Johnnie Troutman, who will likely miss his rookie year with knee and pectoral injuries. Why did the Chargers, who knew about the ailments, feel compelled to pull the trigger anyway? To find out, read this inside scouting report from the publisher of Fight on State, Mark Brennan.
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Hot News for C Rex Ryan
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Hot News for RB Ryan Grant
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When it comes to tackling running backs, Father Time always gets his man. Still, with a source telling Packer Report that it's "unlikely" the Packers will re-sign Grant, we make the case why they should bring back the No. 5 rusher in franchise history.
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Hot News for WR Donald Driver
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While Adrian Peterson said he is “50-50” to participate in training camp, the Vikings’ lack of transaction action at running back seems to show confidence that he will be ready for the season opener.
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So much of the talk in the Dolphins offseason involved the need to get better at quarterback that we can't help but see the irony of one Matt Moore being named the team's MVP for 2011.
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The Vikings’ youth movement got another injection of 10 rookies, but how many will make it and/or be significant contributors? Likely a lot because they drafted at positions that need depth.
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Mike Tice is getting a chance to show his wares as an offensive coordinator in his tough-guy town. In Detroit, Jim Schwartz is cautiously impressed with his rookies. Green Bay’s top pick could mean a switch for their best defensive player.
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Hot News for LB Junior Seau
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NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers representing Tim Tebow have sent a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer they say is illegally using the name of the Jets quarterback to sell products.CubbyTees.com created a green shirt that says "My Jesus" in a design that resembles the Jets' logo. Tebow's attorneys threatened to pursue legal action against the company for "using the name of Mr. Tebow" on its site "to promote, advertise and sell numerous T-shirts."The cease and desist letter was first reported by TMZ.com.In an email to The Associated Press, Kevin Doolan of CubbyTees.com said his comp…
- 16 hours ago, 19 May 12, 10:27am -

Despite a contract dispute, Patriots WR Wes Welker will be in Foxborough, Mass., on Monday for the start of the team's OTAs.  Welker, who earlier in the week said progress on a long-term deal had taken "a turn for the worse," said on Saturday he misspoke. The receiver has signed a one-year franchise tender for the 2012 season but is still hoping to receive a long-term contract extension.“That was probably a bad choice of words, saying (contract negotiations have) gotten worse. They’ve stayed the same,” Welker said, according to the Boston Globe's Greg Bedard. “I’m franchised for…
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By Jimmy Golen, AP Sports WriterBOSTON (AP) — Junior Seau's death got former New England Patriots LB Ted Johnson thinking again about his own career in the NFL and his struggles with post-concussion syndrome after he retired in 2005."It's corrode or explode," Johnson told a conference on pediatric concussions at Boston Children's Hospital on Friday. "And it all exploded by killing (himself)."Seau shot himself in the chest on May 2, echoing last year's suicide of former Chicago Bears DB Dave Duerson. Duerson left a note asking for his brain to be studied for signs of brain trauma; no link…
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 7:31pm -

The marijuana arrests of three Lions players this offseason doesn’t shock former Detroit OT Lomas Brown. In fact, he believes it’s merely an indication of larger, leaguewide problem.“Sounds like these guys were being careless,” Brown, now an ESPN analyst, told The Detroit News. “I know the Lions have to feel disappointed, especially after such a great season.”All three players are members of the team’s 2011 draft class: RB Mikel Leshoure, DT Nick Fairley and OT Johnny Culbreath. All three are subject to possible suspensions by the NFL.Brown estimates that at least 50 percent o…
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 7:11pm -

Saints GM Mickey Loomis insists the team is committed to signing QB Drew Brees to a long-term contract, he said Friday at an event honoring new inductees into the Saints Hall of Fame.Loomis also said he harbored no ill will toward Brees in the wake of the franchise quarterback’s comments that he felt frustrated by the lack of communication between his representatives and the club."I feel like we have a great relationship, and these things sometimes can strain that," Loomis said, according to The Associated Press. "Drew's passionate about being with the Saints, and I respect that a lot. I k…
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Updated 2 p.m. ET, Thursday, May 18Here is a list of undrafted free-agent signings as they are announced by teams. The list will be updated regularly.Arizona Cardinals (19)Troy WR Stanley ArukweIowa LB Broderick BinnsMiami WR LaRon ByrdIdaho State OG Braeden ClaysonPurdue FB Jared CrankVirginia Tech OG Blake DeChristopherArizona State S Eddie ElderUtah DT Tevita FinauTexas S Blake GideonRichmond WR Tre GrayHouston LB Marcus McGrawSacramento State DE Zach NashCalifornia (PA) CB James NixonColorado DT Conrad ObiArizona State LB Colin ParkerSan Diego State CB Larry ParkerArizona LB Paul Vassal…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 10:55am -

The Jets added another safety this offseason, signing veteran Yeremiah Bell on Friday. Pro Football Talk first reported the signing.The one-year deal is worth $1.4 million, according to the NFL Network's Jason La Canfora.Bell had offers from the Eagles and Jets that he was weighing, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported, and he chose to stay in the AFC East and play for the Jets.Bell, 34, spent the first eight seasons of his career with the Dolphins and has notched more than 100 tackles in each of the past four seasons. Bell has missed only one start while playing in all 16 games since 2008. H…
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Updated May 18, 2012 @ 12:30 p.m. ETNote: UFA means unrestricted free agent; RFA means restricted free agent; ERFA means exclusive-rights free agent; FFA means franchised free agent. Any RFA or ERFA who was not tendered by his team became an unrestricted free agent as of March 13.AFC EASTBuffalo BillsUFA: CB Reggie Corner, S Jon Corto, OLB Andra Davis, PK Dave Rayner, ILB Reggie Torbor.RFA: None.ERFA: None.Key arrivals: Ex-Eagles UFA QB Vince Young, May 11 (one year, $2 million); Ex-Patriots WR Dorin Dickerson, May 14; Ex-Patriots UFA DE Mark Anderson, March 21 (four years, $27 million,…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:28am -

Who has the best offense in the NFL? In the second matchup of Pro Football Weekly’s new video series, “In the Trenches,” the Packers face off against the Cowboys. The winner will be decided by the fans, but here’s what the editors of Pro Football Weekly had to say:Senior editor Eric Edholm: “I happen to think Tony Romo doesn’t get the respect he deserves after last season, and the Cowboys have some nice other pieces — two No. 1 receivers, a good left tackle, a dependable tight end and a running back with some talent if he can stay healthy. But let’s not get too cute here. The…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:26am -

Updated 11:53 a.m. ET on Friday, May 18The Bills have agreed to a contract with CB Stephon Gilmore, the 10th overall pick in last month’s NFL draft. Gilmore is the second player picked in the top 10 to agree to a deal.According to Albert Breer of NFL.com, Gilmore’s contract is for $12.1 million over four years, with a fifth-year option. Last year’s No. 10 pick, Jaguars QB Blaine Gabbert, signed a deal for four years, $12 million.“It feels good to get it over with and I’m just ready to get back to work now,” Gilmore told the Bills' website. He is the seventh of the team’s nine…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 8:53am -

Starting in 2014, the Big 12 and SEC will pit their champions (barring a title game/playoff bid) against each other in a New Year's Day bowl game that hasn't yet acquired a sponsor. Tradition! Pageantry! So on!
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 2:22pm -

While the rest of the league was competing for a Lombardi trophy, the Rams and Panthers were busy trying to break AGL records at every position. They almost succeeded.read more
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 8:38am -

We have been having some fun this week at SB Nation, walking through the ins and outs of the promotion-and-relegation system of world soccer and why it would or wouldn't work for college football. My contribution: a rough, seven-year, four-tiered simulation that encompasses the FBS ranks and a good portion of FCS. The result: Akron falls really far, Howard Schnellenberger adds "SEC coach" to his resume, and the Pac-12 is suddenly the deepest conference in the country.Anyway, it's a fun way to kill some time, even though the top conferences would obviously never agree to such a thing.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 4:28pm -

Do commissioners actually have to turn over things like "proof" and "evidence" in the court of law these days? Looks like we're about to find out! "It is certainly the case that in court, Jonathan will have a right to see whatever it is that Commissioner Goodell has been hiding from us and what Commissioner Goodell contends gave him a basis to make these false allegations," Ginsberg said. "We will have a fair and neutral judge to preside over the dispute rather than contending with the executioner also being the person making the final decision."read more
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 3:02pm -

Whatever happened to the UFL, anyway? Special guest appearance by Mike Tanier!
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 11:02am -

Ndamukong Suh's upcoming reality dating show has Mike Tanier wondering where all the NFL's eligible, non-crazy bachelors have gone. Plus, the Arizona Cardinals' all-time best running backs. read more
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 7:17am -

The New York Giants are our example for what the new Strategic Tendencies tables will look like in Football Outsiders Almanac 2012, including information on performance by personnel on offense and defense. (Click to read more.)read more
- 4 days ago, 16 May 12, 2:14pm -

The Eagles and Redskins could use some fixes in the secondary, while the Cowboys are in need of some interior offensive line help. And who is the eventual successor to Osi Umenyiora in New York?read more
- 4 days ago, 16 May 12, 9:48am -

Veterans like Chris Crocker, Bryant McFadden, and Andre Gurode have left unsettled situations in their wake. How will the AFC North turn them over?read more
- 5 days ago, 15 May 12, 7:54am -

This week Peter profiles Raiders UDFA Wayne Dorsey, talks "concussion crisis," and looks at the constants in New England.
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Osi Umenyiora loves Lawrence Taylor that he's willing to buy back LT's Super Bowl ring if he gets to 1,000,000 followers on Twitter.
- 19 hours ago, 19 May 12, 8:01am -

Here are the faces of lawsuits against the NFL: One of the dirtiest players in history. A highly respected Hall of Fame receiver. Retirees who became successful in business. Mike Freeman says it pays to know the plaintiffs.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 1:25pm -

The Eagles' dream team was a nightmare. But after Philly's brass woke up to its 2011 missteps, Clark Judge sees a franchise moving back in the right direction -- past the Giants to favored status in NFC East.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 11:14am -

Following first-rounders Stephon Gilmore and Quinton Coples, who signed with the Bills and Jets on Friday, the Bengals' top pick, cornerback Dre Kirpatrick, is the latest to ink his rookie deal, the team has announced.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:36am -

Last week, Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger hinted that the 49ers might have targeted his bum ankle during a Week 15 matchup. San Francisco's Aldon Smith says that wasn't the case, noting "The quarterback, he controls the game. So if he got hit, it happens."
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:03am -

After being suspended for the upcoming season for his role in Bountygate, Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma has filed a lawsuit against Roger Goodell for defamation. Mike Freeman says it reeks of more Saints arrogance.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 9:19pm -

Jonathan Vilma filed a lawsuit on Thursday suing Roger Goodell for defamation.
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NEW YORK (AP) -- Lawyers representing Tim Tebow have sent a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer they say is illegally using the name of the New York Jets quarterback to sell products.
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 9:07pm -

CINCINNATI (AP) -- The Bengals have signed cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick of Alabama, their top pick in the draft. It's the fastest they've gotten a top pick under contract since 2003.
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) -- The Buffalo Bills continue locking up their rookie draft class after signing offensive tackle Cordy Glenn, their second-round pick.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 10:36am -

Last season was like any other, claiming its share of significant injuries. So, as 2012 looms, Don Banks reminds us of a few players on the mend who are back to make an impact.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:37am -

Saints GM Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking Drew Brees' complaints about the slow pace of contract talks personally.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 1:52pm -

How many more Super Bowls might Dallas have won if owner and head coach had put their differences/egos aside? Quarterback seems to wonder.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 1:10pm -

As the years tick by, the commitment of Ravens star to continue his Hall of Fame-caliber career seems to waver amid a series of mixed messag ...
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The Huddle will be grading each NFL team's offseason based on roster maneuvers, coaching changes and current events.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:15am -

Chad Diehl's NFL career is over before it started following a concussion sustained during a rookie minicamp.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 7:42am -

New England wideout remains upbeat that attending offseason program will make him latest member of team to turn franchise tag into long-term ...
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 2:05am -

New Redskins quarterback also displays some fantastic beatbox skills in Thursday night appearance on 'The Tonight Show.'
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The Huddle will be grading each NFL team's offseason based on roster maneuvers, coaching changes and current events.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 6:00pm -

Released by the Vikings last season, the 35-year-old teams up with quarterback guru and looks to draw interest from teams.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 5:58pm -

Oakland defender convicted of third-degree assault, menacing, reckless endangerment and discharging a firearm in the city limits in Decatur, ...
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 5:19pm -

A day after the Giants received their Super Bowl rings, the Hall of Fame linebacker put one of his championship rings up for auction.
- 22 hours ago, 19 May 12, 4:44am -

The Jets' defensive line coach, Karl Dunbar, said earlier this week that he looked forward to using more of the 46 defense next season.
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The Giants received their Super Bowl rings at a ceremony at Tiffany and Co. on Wednesday in New York.
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The Jets continued their off-season overhaul at safety Friday, signing the veteran Yeremiah Bell, who spent the last eight seasons with Miami, to a one-year deal worth $1.4 million.
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 5:28pm -

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 1:14pm -

The suspended linebacker Jonathan Vilma is seeking an unspecified amount of damages in a defamation lawsuit against N.F.L. Commissioner Roger Goodell.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 1:09pm -

At an orphanage founded by Bob Tebow, the children know of his son’s faith and his football.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 9:07pm -

Suspended New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma has filed a defamation lawsuit against National Football League (NFL) Commissioner Roger Goodell over statements regarding a "bounty" scheme reportedly used by the Saints.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 6:37pm -

The Philadelphia Eagles rewarded LeSean McCoy with a five-year contract extension after the running back enjoyed a breakout 2011 season, the National Football League (NFL) team said on Thursday.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 4:13pm -

Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.
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The New Orleans linebacker files a defamation lawsuit, claiming that the NFL commissioner, who suspended him for next season, has tarnished his reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living.Suspended New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell , claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.
- 2 days ago, 17 May 12, 5:40pm -

The Minnesota state Senate approves a measure to help finance the building of a new stadium for the team.The Minnesota Vikings moved to within a governor's signature of getting a new $975-million stadium on Thursday after the state Senate approved a plan that relies heavily on public financing.
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Riki Ellison, who like Seau played middle linebacker at USC and in the NFL, says players at that position take more direct hits to the head than anyone else. Seau committed suicide on May 2.Riki Ellison was a middle linebacker at USC in 1978, '79, '80 and '82, and played with the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Raiders from 1983 to 1992 . The following is a letter he wrote with his feelings on the suicide of Junior Seau:
- 10 days ago, 10 May 12, 1:28am -

Scott Fujita, Jonathan Vilma, Anthony Hargrove and Will Smith file paperwork with the NFL. Vilma received the stiffest penalty, a full-season suspension.All four players suspended by the NFL for their alleged involvement in the New Orleans Saints bounty scandal appealed their penalties to the league by Monday's deadline.
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On Monday, former NFL and USC great Junior Seau went surfing and seemed his usual gregarious self at a charity golf event. On Wednesday, he took his own life. Not even those close to him saw it coming.OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Junior Seau spent Monday morning surfing in San Clemente and that afternoon playing in a charity golf tournament in Dana Point. He joked with his playing partners, was the first to offer fist bumps after clutch putts, sought out course workers to pose for pictures with him and seemed like a retired NFL superstar without a care.
- 14 days ago, 5 May 12, 5:20pm -

The NFL Players Assn. argues that Roger Goodell lacks the authority to punish four players because the conduct occurred before the current collective bargaining agreement was signed.The NFL Players Assn. is continuing its fight on behalf of two current and two former New Orleans Saints players suspended by the league, challenging NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's authority to sanction them.
- 15 days ago, 4 May 12, 6:26pm -

Seau's girlfriend tearfully tells a dispatcher that the former USC and Chargers star has shot himself.The city of Oceanside on Friday released the frantic 911 call made by Junior Seau's girlfriend after she returned to his home and found him dead.
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In his junior year in 1989, Seau went from barely known to a scourge as changes in the defense allowed him 'to be turned loose.' He also was known for an energy and enthusiasm that was rare in those days.Junior Seau's career at USC was like his life: remarkable but too short.
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The athlete, who made the Pro Bowl 12 years in a row and was voted All-Pro 10 times, will be remembered as one of the greatest players in NFL history. He died of a gunshot wound to the chest, police say.Through her tears, Luisa Seau said that there had been no warning of this. How could her son, Junior, who had so much promise in his life and during a glittery football career, want to kill himself? "I don't understand," she wailed.
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The former USC and Chargers great was a pleasure to deal with, but his death Wednesday reiterates that the public gets to know most of their favorites only as athletes.A few months ago, the radio daughter and I were in Las Vegas for March Madness and she said she heard Junior Seau was signing autographs across the hall.
- 17 days ago, 2 May 12, 8:16pm -

Friday was a pretty good day for the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Not only did Justin Verlander come within two outs of his third career no-hitter in a 6-0 shutout of the Pittsburgh Pirates, but Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson provided some interesting fireworks for the home crowd before the game even started.Johnson warms up with a couple hacks, the third swing provides a blooper not unlike the Josh Harrison single that ended Verlander's potential gem, and then ... wham! Swing #5 heads out to the bullpen.Not surprisingly, Johnson has been a baseball guy for a long time. The forme…
- 20 hours ago, 19 May 12, 6:43am -

(Note: The sheer number of people wanting to send thoughts, prayers, & messages of hope to Brian Price has been overwhelming. You can do so at Rajiv@Prestigefootball.com. Thanks.)I remember interviewing then-UCLA defensive lineman Brian Price before the 2010 NFL draft, where he was taken in the second round by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. I remember thinking that this kid from the mean streets of Los Angeles had everything it took to succeed in the NFL -- talent, work ethic and great intangibles.What Price hasn't had through his NFL career is good luck of any kind. He's suffered many different…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 12:49pm -

With the draft over and all wrapped up, we thought it would be a good idea to get back on the phone with our buddy Greg Cosell of NFL Films and ESPN's "NFL Matchup," and talk about the NFL by division. Who did themselves the most favors in the draft, and who came up short when addressing their roster deficits?The Shutdown Corner Podcast Greg Cosell on the NFC West draftWe started off with the NFC West last week, and we now move to the hyper-competitive AFC North. Appropriate, given Greg's recent post on the NFL Films Blog praising the Cincinnati Bengals' draft strategy. With that in mind, w…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 9:23am -

Thursday on Sirius XM NFL Radio, legendary Ravens safety Ed Reed said he wasn't "100 percent committed" to playing football this coming season. It's not about money, he says. It's about other things happening in his life."I know that time is kind of inching away at me. We do have a mandatory camp coming up that I'm still in deep thought about because other things are important to me now. I still know I can play at a high level. I can still go for another couple years physically. But other things is kind of taking place in my life right now and making me think about things differently."If it'…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 7:27am -

Robert Griffin III was at ease in a Thursday appearance on "The Tonight Show," riffing with host Jay Leno, playfully teasing guest Hugh Laurie ("House") and revealing that two massage chairs will be his first big purchase with his NFL money.In the first clip, Griffin talks about his marriage proposal and gives Leno and Laurie a gift. I don't know whether Griffin was fed the line about House's tie or whether he ad-libbed it, but it was impeccably timed and perfectly delivered either way. /swoon Yes, his adidas shirt says "Don't be Trippin."In the next clip (which is actually the first clip…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 7:01am -

Any website can post "offseason grades" for NFL teams, mixing the draft and free agency into transaction soup, then straining it through the mind of some sportswriter who doesn't know who half the players are. Only the Shutdown Corner has the resources to get actual players, coaches, and executives from each team to evaluate their own offseasons! That's right: over the next few weeks, you will get transaction evaluations straight from the horse's mouths: straight talk about who was signed, who was lost, who was drafted, and why.(For the satirically challenged: all player, coach, and executiv…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 6:54am -

Any website can post "offseason grades" for NFL teams, mixing the draft and free agency into transaction soup, then straining it through the mind of some sportswriter who doesn't know who half the players are. Only the Shutdown Corner has the resources to get actual players, coaches, and executives from each team to evaluate their own offseasons! That's right: over the next few weeks, you will get transaction evaluations straight from the horse's mouths: straight talk about who was signed, who was lost, who was drafted, and why.(For the satirically challenged: all player, coach, and executive…
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 6:38am -

If you thought that New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma was going to take his year-long suspension for his alleged part in the Saints' bounty scandal lying down ... well, think again. Just one day after the Saints got their day in front of an arbitrator to appeal their penalties, Vilma filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell (and not the NFL as an entity).[Rewind: Jonathan Vilma suspended for '12 season for role in Saints bounty system]The suit claims that "Goodell, speaking publicly about certain Sai…
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 1:09pm -

"We wanted something a little more modest," New York Giants captain Zak DeOssie said of the team's Tiffany diamond and sapphire encrusted Super Bowl XLVI rings, which players received in a private ceremony in Manhattan on Wednesday night.Justin Tuck wasn't into humility."Stray [former Giant Michael Strahan] talked about the 10 table ring," Tuck said in a statement released by the team. "He wanted a ring you could see from 10 tables away. I talked about the restaurant ring. I wanted one that was big enough to see throughout whatever restaurant you go in and see it from each corner."Tuck win…
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 11:28am -

UPDATE: It's evidently Lawrence Taylor's son who is selling the ring. Jay Glazer reports, via Twitter, that Taylor gave the ring to his son years ago. Here are the tweets:Lawrence Taylor just reached out to me through a mutual friend re the auction of his SB ring. Taylor had ZERO clue this was happening! Years ago he gave his rings to his son TJ, who apparently put it upLT wasn't aware at all that his son had put it up for auction. However, he had no problem with it bc he feels they are now his sons propertyHis longtime rep Mark Lepselter said he talked w LT who said, "Lawrence was in fact…
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 11:01am -

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 12:48pm -

Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally.
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 12:48pm -

Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 12:43pm -

Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football.
- 3 days ago, 17 May 12, 12:43pm -

Drew Brees said in a radio interview Wednesday night that he is frustrated by what he views as a lack of communication with the New Orleans Saints in his ongoing contract negotiations, adding the club should have shown more urgency to get a long-term deal done.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 9:02pm -

Drew Brees said in a radio interview Wednesday night that he is frustrated by what he views as a lack of communication with the New Orleans Saints in his ongoing contract negotiations, adding the club should have shown more urgency to get a long-term deal done.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 9:02pm -

A San Diego restaurant opened by Junior Seau in 1996 has closed its doors two weeks after the NFL star's suicide.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 6:22pm -

A San Diego restaurant opened by Junior Seau in 1996 has closed its doors two weeks after the NFL star's suicide.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 6:22pm -

Arbitrator Shyam Das heard arguments Wednesday from NFL and players union lawyers on whether Commissioner Roger Goodell can discipline players for actions that occurred before the league's current labor agreement was signed last August.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 2:52pm -

Arbitrator Shyam Das heard arguments Wednesday from NFL and players union lawyers on whether Commissioner Roger Goodell can discipline players for actions that occurred before the league's current labor agreement was signed last August.
- 3 days ago, 16 May 12, 2:52pm -

The talented second-year quarterback remains hopeful of receiving an opportunity.
- 10 hours ago, 19 May 12, 4:21pm -

Injuries to Barrett Ruud open the door for the rookie.
- 12 hours ago, 19 May 12, 2:46pm -

Clark fell just 18 yards shy of Dowis' all-time rushing record.
- 14 hours ago, 19 May 12, 1:09pm -

49ers need more from talented wide receiver
- 16 hours ago, 19 May 12, 11:02am -

Eagles QB getting married next month
- 16 hours ago, 19 May 12, 10:33am -

Beanie Wells confident he'll be back in top form
- 17 hours ago, 19 May 12, 9:29am -

Megatron shows he's a slugger too
- 18 hours ago, 19 May 12, 8:51am -

But auction ends tonight and Osi isn't close
- 19 hours ago, 19 May 12, 8:15am -

Second-round pick gets deal worth around $4.9 million.
- 1 day ago, 18 May 12, 3:37pm -

Saints QB has expressed frustration
- 2 days ago, 18 May 12, 2:37pm -