Archive for March, 2009

Titans RB White sheds weight for offseason program

The Titans kicked off their offseason conditioning program Monday, prompting the Tennessean to sit down with strength and conditioning coach Steve Watterson. Most notable from the lengthy Q&A were Watterson’s remarks on RB LenDale White.

Some big-name free agents still making the rounds

As free agency heads into its second month, teams continue to search for players to fill out their rosters. While many of the high-profile names have signed, a number of valuable players remain on the market — and some might be nearing agreements with new teams.

Bills’ Lynch expects NFL suspension

Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch held what amounted to a very short news conference on Wednesday — it lasted 9 minutes in duration — in which he said he is expecting a suspension on the heels of his meeting with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell on Tuesday.

White works out for Patriots, Broncos at WR

Former West Virginia QB Pat White worked out with the New England Patriots on Wednesday, spending the majority of the workout on wide receiver drills, and worked out with the Denver Broncos on Wednesday, according to league sources.

CB Davis impresses at Illinois Pro Day

Two defensive backs coaches attended Illinois Pro Day as drills were run indoors on FieldTurf.

Mack in focus at California’s pro day

Thirty teams had a total of 50 representatives at California’s pro day and there were six offensive line coaches on hand. Those assistants showed up to watch center Alex Mack (6-foot-4 1/4, 307 pounds).

Fantasy owners likely to lose RB Lynch a few games

Based on the importance of running backs in fantasy football, Marshawn Lynch will be worth a second- or third-round selection even if he’s suspended. But owners who draft him also need to target Fred Jackson in the middle rounds.

Harvin showcases skills at Florida’s pro day

Wide receiver Percy Harvin was the headliner at Florida’s pro day today in Gainesville. A slew of wide receiver coaches came out to watch Harvin perform, and Vikings vice president of player personnel Rick Spielman, Panthers general manager Marty Hurney, and Bucs GM Mark Dominik and coach Raheem Morris also were in attendance.

No shortage of options for Bengals with sixth pick

With the sixth overall pick in April’s NFL Draft, the Cincinnati Bengals will have plenty of options to fill a roster that could use an impact player on either side of the ball.

Jets RB Jones skips second day of offseason workouts

With 1,312 rushing yards and 15 total touchdowns in 2008, Jets running back Thomas Jones posted his best statistical season. Now it appears like the AFC rushing champion wants to be payed like, well, the AFC rushing champion.

Surveying the market for Jay Cutler

Now that the Jay Cutler-Josh McDaniels drama has marinated for a few days, speculation has moved from whether or not the 25-year-old QB will be traded to where he might land if a deal goes down. A number of teams — including the Redskins, Jets, Bears, Browns, Lions and Buccaneers — have been labeled as potential trading partners.

Stallworth issues statement on accident

Four days after he was involved in an auto accident that killed a pedestrian, wide receiver Donte Stallworth issued a statement through the Cleveland Browns on Wednesday.

Catching up with last week’s pro days

Three pro day workouts form last week that are worth mentioning

Devaney: New Rams will be built around Jackson

The St. Louis Rams will have a new identity next season, one that will be built around the running game and stalwart Steven Jackson under new head coach Steve Spagnuolo.

Bird of another feather? TE Smith will visit Ravens

Tight end L.J. Smith will visit with the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday to see if both sides are interested enough to agree on a contract. No terms have been agreed upon heading into the meeting, according to two sources, and Smith’s visit continues his offseason push to find a new team.

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