The San Diego Chargers have released the face of the franchise, RB LaDainian Tomlinson. The Bolts are off the hook for his $2 million bonus and $3M in salary and will dramatically overhaul their backfield this spring. Darren Sproles is a restricted free agent who will command nearly $7M to retain and 32-year-old No. 3 [...]
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Rams Closing in on Suh
February 20th, 2010
Nathan Nau ESPN’s Len Pasquarelli reports that Rams scouts “are becoming increasingly convinced” that Nebraska DT Ndamukong Suh is the best player in the draft. Pasquarelli acknowledges that it’s a “relatively close call” between Suh and Oklahoma DT Gerald McCoy, but the St. Louis Rams reportedly believe that Suh has the potential to make Chris Long and [...]
McGahee to Remain with the Ravens
February 19th, 2010
Nathan Nau L Network’s Jason LaCanfora reports the Baltimore Ravens are committed to keeping Willis McGahee despite his $3.6 million salary in 2010. The Ravens want to keep McGahee around as insurance for and a complement to Ray Rice. The 28-year-old flourished in the backup role, averaging 5.0 YPC with a career-high 14 combined TDs. McGahee will [...]
Janikowski Signs Monster Deal
February 17th, 2010
Nathan Nau The Oakland Raiders agreed to terms with K Sebastian Janikowski on a four-year, $16 million contract, which includes $9 million guaranteed. The Raiders can’t recognize talent at the quarterback or wide receiver positions, but at least now have the highest paid placekicker/punter (Shane Lechler) combination in the league. Janikowski, 32 in March, connected on 26-of-29 [...]
Joey Porter added back to the Dolphins Roster
February 13th, 2010
Nathan Nau Former Dolphins OLB Joey Porter has been reinstated to the Dolphins’ offseason roster. “The release of Joey Porter was determined to be an invalid termination,” the club said in a statement. “Therefore at this time, Porter reverts back to the Miami Dolphins roster.” It was determined that Porter’s release would violate the existing salary cap [...]
Return of the Pacman?
February 12th, 2010
Nathan Nau ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Pacman Jones worked out for the Bengals on Thursday. The last we heard from Pacman he had sabotaged his chances of playing in the CFL with a rambling, insult-laden diabtribe on UStream in September. The Cincinnati Bengals have proven time and again, however, that they don’t factor “character” into personnel decisions. [...]
Kurt Warner Retires
January 30th, 2010
Nathan Nau Cardinals QB Kurt Warner announced his retirement from football Friday, as expected. Warner’s career will go down as one of the most unique in NFL history. He famously went from stocking shelves at a grocery story while playing in the Arena league to becoming one of only two quarterbacks in history to lead two different [...]
Manning Leads Colts Past Ravens
January 18th, 2010
Nathan Nau Colts QB Peyton completed 30-of-44 passes for 246 yards, two touchdowns and one interception to lead the Indianapolis Colts over the Ravens in the Divisional Round of the playoffs, 20-3. Manning averaged just 5.6 yards per attempt against a tough Ravens defense, but he was able to lead the offense on multiple scoring drives with [...]
The Bucs Retain Raheem Morris as Head Coach
January 6th, 2010
Nathan Nau The Bucs have informed first year head coach Raheem Morris that he will be retained in 2010. Morris’ team finished 3-13, which was good for dead last in the weak NFC South. The blame can partially be placed on a rookie QB, defensive playcalling turnover and the fact that the Bucs where young at several [...]
Jamal Lewis’ Career Likely Over
December 3rd, 2009
Nathan Nau The Browns have placed RB Jamal Lewis on injured reserve with “post-concussion symptoms,” ending his season. Lewis, who plans to retire, ends his last season with career lows in total yards (588), touchdowns (0), catches (8), and rushing yards per game (55.6). His 3.5 YPC average was the second lowest of his 10-year career. We’ve [...]
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