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Did not make trade offer for T.J. Houshmandzadeh
(Jets) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:31:27 -0500
The New York Jets did not make an offer to acquire Seattle Seahawks WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, a source told Manish Mehta, of the New York Daily News.
Six players released
(Ravens) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:25:11 -0500
The Baltimore Ravens have released S Brad Jones, CB Prince Miller, LB Albert McClellan, WR Eron Riley, TE Davon Drew and OL Devin Tyler, sources told NationalFootballPost.com's Aaron Wilson.
J.P. Losman released
(Seahawks) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:22:48 -0500
The Seattle Seahawks have released QB J.P. Losman, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Mortty Ivy waived
(Panthers) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:21:27 -0500
The Carolina Panthers have waived LB Mortty Ivy, according to Darin Gantt, of the Charlotte Observer.
Hunter Cantwell waived
(Panthers) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:19:23 -0500
The Carolina Panthers have waived QB Hunter Cantwell, sources told Darin Gantt, of the Charlotte Observer.
Happy with Joique Bell's performance
(Bills) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:14:26 -0500
Buffalo Bills head coach Chan Gailey said he was pleasantly surprised by RB Joique Bell's performance during the preseason, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com. "He’s done an excellent job. He’s a really good football player. He’s learned a lot. He was doing one thing in college and he’s had to learn the entire game here. And he’s done a great job picking it up and there will be some tough decisions for us," Gailey said.
Jon Jansen uncertain about future
(Lions) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:08:10 -0500
Unrestricted free-agent OT Jon Jansen (Lions) said he wants to wait to see what kind of interest he receives from other teams before deciding on whether he will retire, according to Dave Birkett, of the Detroit Free Press.
Gosder Cherilus wins starting job
(Lions) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:07:44 -0500
Detroit Lions OT Gosder Cherilus has won the starting right tackle job because of the release of OT Jon Jansen, reports Dave Birkett, of the Detroit Free Press.
Jon Jansen released
(Lions) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:04:27 -0500
The Detroit Lions have released OT Jon Jansen, reports Dave Birkett, of the Detroit Free Press.
Jon Jansen released
(Lions) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:59:14 -0500
The Detroit Lions have released OT Jon Jansen, reports MLive.com's Tom Kowalski. Jansen had been sharing reps at right tackle a week ago but was released as Detroit looks to get younger along their offensive line. Jansen had been one of Detroit's most consistent tackles, but OT Gosder Cherilus had played better as training camp wore on and OT Corey Hilliard offers them flexibility with the ability to play both right and left tackle.
Albert Haynesworth still not in shape?
(Redskins) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:55:55 -0500
Washington Redskins DL Albert Haynesworth played 49 of 55 snaps in the team's final preseason game and head coach Mike Shanahan said it was because Haynesworth is still not in football shape, reports The Associated Press. "He's got to get in football shape," Shanahan said. "For the same reasons we've talked about. We got to get him some playing time so he can get back in football shape. I got to take a look at the film to tell you exactly how he played, but that's one of the reasons he's playing defensive end and nose tackle positions." Haynesworth was playing well into the fourth quarter in the game, alongside third-string players and others that had no hope of making Washington's final roster.
Rob Petitti cut
(Panthers) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:49:34 -0500
The Carolina Panthers have cut OT Rob Petitti, reports CarolinaGrowl.com's Steve Reed.
Five waived
(Giants) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:42:24 -0500
The New York Giants have waived TEs Bear Pascoe and Scott Chandler, DLs Dwayne Hendricks and Tommie Hill and OL Jim Cordle, reports The Star-Ledger's Mike Garafolo.
Steve Maneri released
(Texans) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:40:31 -0500
The Houston Texans have released Steve Maneri, though they would like to sign him back to their practice squad, reports NationalFootballPost.com's Aaron Wilson.
Plan to waive Nate Collins
(Giants) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:38:02 -0500
The New York Giants have informed DT Nate Collins they will waive him, reports NationalFootballPost.com's Brad Biggs.
James Marten to be cut
(Bears) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:34:35 -0500
The Chicago Bears have informed OT James Marten he will be cut Saturday, Sept. 4, but they hope to re-sign him to the practice squad, reports NationalFootballPost.com's Brad Biggs.
Patrick Turner cut
(Dolphins) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:29:19 -0500
The Miami Dolphins have cut WR Patrick Turner, reports The Miami Herald's Jeff Darlington, according to a source. The Dolphins depth chart at wide receiver is now WRs Brandon Marshall, Brian Hartline, Davone Bess, Roberto Wallace and Marlon Moore with WR Julius Pruitt likely on the practice squad.
No trade offer for T.J. Houshmandzadeh
(Vikings) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:27:19 -0500
Updating a previous report, the Minnesota Vikings have not made an offer for Seattle Seahawks WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, reports 1500ESPN.com's Tom Pelissero, according to a source.
Two waived
(Giants) Sat, 04 Sep 2010 03:08:49 -0500
The New York Giants waived SS John Busing and OT Dennis Landolt, reports The Star-Ledger's Mike Garafolo.
Roy Williams should return Monday
(Cowboys) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:23:16 -0500
Dallas Cowboys WR Roy Williams (back) is expected to practice Monday, Sept. 6, reports Todd Archer, of The Dallas Morning News.
Golden Tate and Deon Butler to vie for No. 3 role
(Seahawks) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:22:42 -0500
Assuming the Seattle Seahawks part ways with WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Seahawks WRs Golden Tate and Deon Butler would vie for the team's third-receiver role, reports Greg Johns, of The Seattle Post-Intelligencer. Tate has too much promise to be kept on the bench for long, and Butler had a solid performance in the team's preseason finale.
Three defenders should play Week 1
(Cowboys) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:22:12 -0500
Dallas Cowboys S Gerald Sensabaugh (shoulder), LB Keith Brooking (shoulder) and DE Marcus Spears (knee) are all expected to be ready to play during Week 1, reports Todd Archer, of The Dallas Morning News. All three returned to practice earlier in the week.
Marc Colombo should return soon
(Cowboys) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:21:46 -0500
Dallas Cowboys OT Marc Colombo (knee) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Sept. 8, and be able to play during Week 1, reports Todd Archer, of The Dallas Morning News. While he is questionable for the game, he has been able to do some light running.
Running game remains a question mark
(Seahawks) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:21:22 -0500
The Seattle Seahawks running game remains a huge question mark entering the regular season, reports Greg Johns, of The Seattle Post-Intelligencer. RB Leon Washington (leg) was held out of the team's preseason finale, while RB Julius Jones was given the starting nod. Jones had six carries for 18 yards and didn't show any sort of burst, but the offensive line didn't open many holes for him, either. RB Justin Forsett rushed for 31 yards on six carries, but he was running behind the starting offensive line and going against reserve defenders at that point.
Big plays a staple in 2010 offense?
(Lions) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:20:14 -0500
Big plays should be a staple for the Detroit Lions' offense this year, reports Dave Birkett, of The Detroit Free Press. RB Jahvid Best and WR Calvin Johnson have quick-strike potential, and QB Matthew Stafford appears much more comfortable as a starter entering his second year.
Joique Bell could stick
(Bills) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 23:19:58 -0500
Buffalo Bills head coach Chan Gailey said RB Joique Bell did an excellent job during training camp, reports Chris Brown, of BuffaloBills.com. The Bills may opt to carry four tailbacks on their active roster and Bell may stick as the fourth back.
Kevin Smith likely to stick
(Lions) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:44:21 -0500
Detroit Lions RB Kevin Smith (knee) is likely to stick with the team and make their final roster, reports Chris McCosky, of The Detroit News.
Eric Brock released
(Falcons) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:42:30 -0500
The Atlanta Falcons released S Eric Brock, reports D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Drew Stanton could be cut
(Lions) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:41:30 -0500
The Detroit Lions may cut QB Drew Stanton, reports Chris McCosky, of The Detroit News. The team would hope that Stanton would clear waivers so that he could be brought back down the road if one of their other quarterbacks suffered an injury.
May keep four tight ends
(Lions) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:40:57 -0500
Since the Detroit Lions are using so many two-tight-end sets, the team may keep four tight ends on their final roster, reports Chris McCosky, of The Detroit News. TEs Brandon Pettigrew, Tony Scheffler, Will Heller and Dan Gronkowski may all make the final cut.
Korey Bosworth suffered broken leg
(Lions) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:40:31 -0500
Detroit Lions DL Korey Bosworth (leg) suffered a broken leg Thursday, Sept. 2, reports Chris McCosky, of the Detroit News.
Marion Barber not being shopped
(Cowboys) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:17:09 -0500
Dallas Cowboys team officials said there have not been any substantive trade talks surrounding RB Marion Barber III, reports David Moore, of The Dallas Morning News. The team is not close to trading him, nor are they looking to send him packing.
Patrick Crayton may eventually start
(Chargers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:16:21 -0500
San Diego Chargers WR Patrick Crayton could work his way up to the team's No. 2 receiver opposite Malcom Floyd once he becomes comfortable in the team's offensive scheme, reports Kevin Acee, of The San Diego Union-Tribune.
May trade D.J. Ware
(Giants) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:15:03 -0500
The New York Giants may try to trade RB Danny Ware for a late-round draft choice, reports Ralph Vacchiano, of The New York Daily News.
May try to re-sign Adam Terry
(Colts) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:14:30 -0500
The Indianapolis Colts may try to re-sign OT Adam Terry, who was just released, after the start of the season, reports Phillip B. Wilson, of The Indianapolis Star.
Vincent Jackson trade coming soon?
(Chargers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:14:03 -0500
The San Diego Chargers could trade WR Vincent Jackson Saturday, Sept. 4, before the league's deadline to trim rosters, reports Kevin Acee, of The San Diego Union-Tribune. There was not any word of movement Friday, Sept. 3, surrounding Jackson.
Had fielded call about Matt Leinart
(Giants) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:13:38 -0500
Updating previous reports, the New York Giants fielded a call earlier in the week from the Arizona Cardinals to see if they were interested in trading for Cardinals QB Matt Leinart, reports Ralph Vacchiano, of The New York Daily News.
Sage Rosenfels No. 2 QB
(Giants) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:13:04 -0500
New York Giants QB Rhett Bomar apparently didn't do enough this summer to convince the team he could be their No. 2 quarterback, which is why they traded for Sage Rosenfels Friday, Sept. 3, reports Ralph Vacchiano, of The New York Daily News.
Teams calling about Tashard Choice
(Cowboys) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:12:29 -0500
The Dallas Cowboys have received some calls from other teams about the trade availability of RB Tashard Choice, reports Calvin Watkins, of ESPNDallas.com.
Adam Terry released
(Colts) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:11:58 -0500
The Indianapolis Colts have released OT Adam Terry, reports Mike Chappell, of The Indianapolis Star.
Paul Kruger has test on shoulder
(Ravens) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:11:36 -0500
Baltimore Ravens DL Paul Kruger (shoulder) had X-rays on his injured shoulder Friday, Sept. 3, reports Aaron Wilson, of The NationalFootballPost.com. Results are still unknown from the test.
Two cut
(Colts) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:10:13 -0500
The Indianapolis Colts have cut CB Ray Fisher and DT Marlon Favorite, reports Mike Chappell, of The Indianapolis Star.
Dennis Dixon may start Week 1
(Steelers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:09:53 -0500
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Dennis Dixon is in line to be the team's starting quarterback for Week 1, reports Mark Kaboly, of The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. The team, however, has not made an official decision and could opt to go with veteran Charlie Batch instead.
Jackie Battle could see some looks
(Chiefs) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:09:28 -0500
Kansas City Chiefs RB Jackie Battle had a strong preseason and may have forced the team to change their view on him, reports Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star. "This Jackie Battle changed the landscape a little bit with how he jumped into the mix," head coach Todd Haley said. Haley added that Battle consistently improved and has also become better on special teams.
Josh Reed might be gone
(Chargers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:09:07 -0500
San Diego Chargers WR Josh Reed may be released now that they traded for WR Patrick Crayton, reports Kevin Acee, of The San Diego Union-Tribune.
Buster Davis may focus just on WR role
(Chargers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:08:36 -0500
San Diego Chargers WR Buster Davis may be allowed to just focus on wide receiver duties with the addition of WR Patrick Crayton, reports Kevin Acee, of The San Diego Union-Tribune. Davis has served as the team's backup punt returner.
Josh Freeman working on gripping football
(Buccaneers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:59:42 -0500
Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Josh Freeman (thumb) has been testing different methods of gripping the football and will likely wear a glove on his throwing hand during Week 1, reports Stephen Holder, of The St. Petersburg Times. He plans to return to the field during practice Tuesday, Sept. 7.
One team thinking about Breno Giacomini offer
(Packers) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:54:07 -0500
One team is considering an offer, likely a seventh-round pick, for Green Bay Packers OT Breno Giacomini, though an offer has yet to be made, reports the Green Bay Press-Gazette's Rob Demovsky, according to a source. The interested team likely won't make an offer until Saturday, Sept. 4. If not traded, there is a good chance Giacomini will be released Saturday.
Make trade offer for T.J. Houshmandzadeh
(Jets) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:38:05 -0500
The New York Jets have made a trade offer for Seattle Seahawks WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, reports The Cincinnati Enquirer's Joe Reedy, according to a league source. The Jets are one of four teams to make an offer for the wide receiver.
Make trade offer for T.J. Houshmandzadeh
(Cardinals) Fri, 03 Sep 2010 18:35:05 -0500
The Arizona Cardinals have made a trade offer for Seattle Seahawks WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, reports The Cincinnati Enquirer's Joe Reedy, according to a league source. The Cardinals are one of four teams to make an offer for the wide receiver.