SF - Coach says WR Randy Moss No. 1 WR right now
Source: San Jose Mercury News - Cam Inman
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said during a radio interview that WR Randy Moss is the team's top wide receiver at this point based on how he performed during offseason workouts.
NO - QB Drew Brees deal could get done soon
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune - Mike Triplett
The New Orleans Saints are expected to get a deal done with franchise free-agent QB Drew Brees prior to the July 16 deadline. It will be considered the biggest upset of the NFL season if they don't. The two sides will probably keep haggling over the details right up until the deadline; however, it will be stunning if Brees doesn't ultimately sign a contract worth somewhere between $19.2 million and $20 million per year.
CLE - Plan to run more in 2012
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto
The Cleveland Browns ranked dead-last in the NFL with four rushing touchdowns last season, and their longest run of the year went for 40 yards. In two season as the offensive coordinator for the St. Louis Rams, head coach Pat Shurmur gave the ball to RB Steven Jackson enough for him to gain 2,657 yards and average 327 carries per season. New offensive coordinator Brad Childress also likes to run the ball, so look for RB Trent Richardson, as well as the other running backs, to see ample touches this year.
DET - Coach thinks Mikel Leshoure can help between the tackles
Source: Detroit Free Press - Carlos Monarrez
Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said he believes RB Mikel Leshoure can be an inside runner that will be able to gain the tough yards during games. 'No matter how we do it, running the football, throwing the football, short yardage, first-and-10, we need to have the ability to pick up tough yardage, and I think that's something that Mikel can do for us,' Schwartz said.
NYJ - Former teammate says QB Mark Sanchez dealt with shoulder issues
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Jane McManus
Free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Jets) said QB Mark Sanchez dealt with shoulder issues during the 2011 season but believes Sanchez has the arm strength to be successful. 'He definitely has enough arm,' Burress said. 'He was battling some injuries last year, shoulder-wise that a lot of people didn't know about ... different things like that. But I think he really turned a corner.'
NFL - Josh Gordon could go early in supplemental draft
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Baylor WR Josh Gordon could go as early as the second round of the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
NFL - Plenty of interest in Josh Gordon
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
The Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Carolina Panthers, Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins are just some of the teams that figure to be interested in former Baylor WR Josh Gordon in the NFL supplemental draft.
CLE - RB Brandon Jackson making strides
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto
Cleveland Browns RB Brandon Jackson is healthy, and he has reportedly established himself as the No. 2 back in the depth chart battle with RBs Montario Hardesty and Chris Ogbonnaya. Jackson showed solid blocking and catching skills, as well, which is what the coaches expect in the West Coast offense.
CLE - Will be present at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
The Cleveland Browns will be sending a representative to Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
DAL - Will have rep at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: FOXSportsSouthwest.com - Matt Mosley
The Dallas Cowboys will have a representative present at Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
SF - WR Ted Ginn could be on roster bubble
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
San Francisco 49ers WR Ted Ginn Jr. (undisclosed) could be on the roster bubble if he is not able to stay healthy during training camp.
BUF - Could show interest in WR Braylon Edwards
Source: ESPN.com - James Walker
The Buffalo Bills could show interest in free-agent WR Braylon Edwards (49ers) if they want to add a veteran receiver to their team.
BUF - Will be at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: ESPN.com - James Walker
The Buffalo Bills will be sending representatives to Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
HOU - RB Arian Foster says he is a vegan
Source: ESPN.com
Houston Texans RB Arian Foster said on his Twitter account that he is now a vegan. 'Officially a vegan now. We'll see how this goes. But week one down. So far, so good. Feels wonderful,' Foster said of giving up any form of animal products.
MIN - RB Adrian Peterson hires Roger Clemens lawyer
Source: ESPN.com
Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson has hired lawyer Rusty Hardin to represent him following his arrest at a Houston nightclub. Hardin just won a high-profile case representing former MLB SP Roger Clemens. Hardin successfully defended Clemens against charges he lied about not using performance-enhancing drugs in testimony he made before Congress.
BAL - QB Joe Flacco receives unfair criticism
Source: NFL.com
Baltimore Ravens C Matt Birk said QB Joe Flacco does not receive the benefit of the doubt from fans and media. 'Certain guys don't get the benefit of the doubt,' Birk said. 'He's shown in big spots that he's come through most of the time and he can play. Our gameplan isn't designed to have Joe Flacco throw 450 yards a every game to help us win. That's not our style of football. I guess that's not the cool, hip way to play football in the NFL these days.'
GB - Randall Cobb to remain kick returner
Source: NFL.com
Green Bay Packers WR Randall Cobb will remain the team's kick returner in 2012, even if he has an increased role on offense.
KC - QB Matt Cassel gets booed at celebrity softball game
Source: ProFootballTalk.com
At the All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game Sunday, July 8, held at Kansas City's Kauffman Stadium, fans booed Kansas City Chiefs QB Matt Cassel during player introductions. Fans then provided polite applause prior to Cassel's at-bats.
NE - Gap in contract talks with WR Wes Welker
Source: NFL.com
There is a considerable gap in guaranteed money in talks between the New England Patriots and WR Wes Welker. The gap in guaranteed money between the two sides is roughly $6 million, which likely places the team's number at around $15 million.
KC - WR Dwayne Bowe unlikely to sign extension before deadline
Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson
Kansas City Chiefs franchise free-agent WR Dwayne Bowe is unlikely to sign a contract extension prior to the July 16 deadline.
MIA - QB David Garrard appears to be slight favorite
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins QB David Garrard appears to be slightly ahead of QB Matt Moore and rookie QB Ryan Tannehill for the starting job, but head coach Joe Philbin characterizes the battle as 'close.' The starter will be determined on the field during training camp and into the preseason.
MIA - Ryan Tannehill not out of running to start
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill is not completely out of the running for the No. 1 job with the team, but he received by far the fewest first-team reps during offseason workouts.
BUF - T.J. Graham playing catch-up
Source: BuffaloBills.com - Jared Kracker
Buffalo Bills WR T.J. Graham is expected to compete for the No. 2 wide receiver job despite a slow start during offseason workouts. 'Everybody else has been here and knows the system. So he's been struggling to catch on because we're at an advanced stage and we're trying to catch him up,' head coach Chan Gailey said. 'He's got a big load of talent. We've just got to get him caught up
Source: San Jose Mercury News - Cam Inman
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said during a radio interview that WR Randy Moss is the team's top wide receiver at this point based on how he performed during offseason workouts.
NO - QB Drew Brees deal could get done soon
Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune - Mike Triplett
The New Orleans Saints are expected to get a deal done with franchise free-agent QB Drew Brees prior to the July 16 deadline. It will be considered the biggest upset of the NFL season if they don't. The two sides will probably keep haggling over the details right up until the deadline; however, it will be stunning if Brees doesn't ultimately sign a contract worth somewhere between $19.2 million and $20 million per year.
CLE - Plan to run more in 2012
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto
The Cleveland Browns ranked dead-last in the NFL with four rushing touchdowns last season, and their longest run of the year went for 40 yards. In two season as the offensive coordinator for the St. Louis Rams, head coach Pat Shurmur gave the ball to RB Steven Jackson enough for him to gain 2,657 yards and average 327 carries per season. New offensive coordinator Brad Childress also likes to run the ball, so look for RB Trent Richardson, as well as the other running backs, to see ample touches this year.
DET - Coach thinks Mikel Leshoure can help between the tackles
Source: Detroit Free Press - Carlos Monarrez
Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz said he believes RB Mikel Leshoure can be an inside runner that will be able to gain the tough yards during games. 'No matter how we do it, running the football, throwing the football, short yardage, first-and-10, we need to have the ability to pick up tough yardage, and I think that's something that Mikel can do for us,' Schwartz said.
NYJ - Former teammate says QB Mark Sanchez dealt with shoulder issues
Source: ESPNNewYork.com - Jane McManus
Free-agent WR Plaxico Burress (Jets) said QB Mark Sanchez dealt with shoulder issues during the 2011 season but believes Sanchez has the arm strength to be successful. 'He definitely has enough arm,' Burress said. 'He was battling some injuries last year, shoulder-wise that a lot of people didn't know about ... different things like that. But I think he really turned a corner.'
NFL - Josh Gordon could go early in supplemental draft
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Baylor WR Josh Gordon could go as early as the second round of the 2012 NFL supplemental draft.
NFL - Plenty of interest in Josh Gordon
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
The Cleveland Browns, Miami Dolphins, Carolina Panthers, Indianapolis Colts, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins are just some of the teams that figure to be interested in former Baylor WR Josh Gordon in the NFL supplemental draft.
CLE - RB Brandon Jackson making strides
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Terry Pluto
Cleveland Browns RB Brandon Jackson is healthy, and he has reportedly established himself as the No. 2 back in the depth chart battle with RBs Montario Hardesty and Chris Ogbonnaya. Jackson showed solid blocking and catching skills, as well, which is what the coaches expect in the West Coast offense.
CLE - Will be present at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich
The Cleveland Browns will be sending a representative to Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
DAL - Will have rep at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: FOXSportsSouthwest.com - Matt Mosley
The Dallas Cowboys will have a representative present at Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
SF - WR Ted Ginn could be on roster bubble
Source: ProFootballWeekly.com
San Francisco 49ers WR Ted Ginn Jr. (undisclosed) could be on the roster bubble if he is not able to stay healthy during training camp.
BUF - Could show interest in WR Braylon Edwards
Source: ESPN.com - James Walker
The Buffalo Bills could show interest in free-agent WR Braylon Edwards (49ers) if they want to add a veteran receiver to their team.
BUF - Will be at Josh Gordon's Pro Day
Source: ESPN.com - James Walker
The Buffalo Bills will be sending representatives to Baylor WR Josh Gordon's Pro Day Tuesday, July 10.
HOU - RB Arian Foster says he is a vegan
Source: ESPN.com
Houston Texans RB Arian Foster said on his Twitter account that he is now a vegan. 'Officially a vegan now. We'll see how this goes. But week one down. So far, so good. Feels wonderful,' Foster said of giving up any form of animal products.
MIN - RB Adrian Peterson hires Roger Clemens lawyer
Source: ESPN.com
Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson has hired lawyer Rusty Hardin to represent him following his arrest at a Houston nightclub. Hardin just won a high-profile case representing former MLB SP Roger Clemens. Hardin successfully defended Clemens against charges he lied about not using performance-enhancing drugs in testimony he made before Congress.
BAL - QB Joe Flacco receives unfair criticism
Source: NFL.com
Baltimore Ravens C Matt Birk said QB Joe Flacco does not receive the benefit of the doubt from fans and media. 'Certain guys don't get the benefit of the doubt,' Birk said. 'He's shown in big spots that he's come through most of the time and he can play. Our gameplan isn't designed to have Joe Flacco throw 450 yards a every game to help us win. That's not our style of football. I guess that's not the cool, hip way to play football in the NFL these days.'
GB - Randall Cobb to remain kick returner
Source: NFL.com
Green Bay Packers WR Randall Cobb will remain the team's kick returner in 2012, even if he has an increased role on offense.
KC - QB Matt Cassel gets booed at celebrity softball game
Source: ProFootballTalk.com
At the All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game Sunday, July 8, held at Kansas City's Kauffman Stadium, fans booed Kansas City Chiefs QB Matt Cassel during player introductions. Fans then provided polite applause prior to Cassel's at-bats.
NE - Gap in contract talks with WR Wes Welker
Source: NFL.com
There is a considerable gap in guaranteed money in talks between the New England Patriots and WR Wes Welker. The gap in guaranteed money between the two sides is roughly $6 million, which likely places the team's number at around $15 million.
KC - WR Dwayne Bowe unlikely to sign extension before deadline
Source: ESPN.com - Bill Williamson
Kansas City Chiefs franchise free-agent WR Dwayne Bowe is unlikely to sign a contract extension prior to the July 16 deadline.
MIA - QB David Garrard appears to be slight favorite
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins QB David Garrard appears to be slightly ahead of QB Matt Moore and rookie QB Ryan Tannehill for the starting job, but head coach Joe Philbin characterizes the battle as 'close.' The starter will be determined on the field during training camp and into the preseason.
MIA - Ryan Tannehill not out of running to start
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins QB Ryan Tannehill is not completely out of the running for the No. 1 job with the team, but he received by far the fewest first-team reps during offseason workouts.
BUF - T.J. Graham playing catch-up
Source: BuffaloBills.com - Jared Kracker
Buffalo Bills WR T.J. Graham is expected to compete for the No. 2 wide receiver job despite a slow start during offseason workouts. 'Everybody else has been here and knows the system. So he's been struggling to catch on because we're at an advanced stage and we're trying to catch him up,' head coach Chan Gailey said. 'He's got a big load of talent. We've just got to get him caught up
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