Archive for April, 2009

Bears’ Urlacher, Hester react to Cutler trade

Bears LB Brian Urlacher and WR/KR Devin Hester react to the team acquiring Pro Bowl QB Jay Cutler.

Cutler trade a huge gamble

As it stands less than an hour after it was announced, the trade of Jay Cutler from the Denver Broncos to the Chicago Bears could go down as one of the biggest gambles — that either did or didn’t pay off — in NFL history.

Will Tennessee be Holt’s last stop?

Former Rams WR Torry Holt is looking for a new team, and he doesn’t want to do it again, telling The Tennessean that he wants to finish his career wherever he signs.

Broncos trade Cutler to Bears

The Broncos traded quarterback Jay Cutler and a fifth-round draft pick to the Bears on Thursday for QB Kyle Orton and three draft picks, including two first-rounders.

Boldin would be ‘grateful’ for chance to play in Florida

Anquan Boldin said Thursday there are currently no discussions with the Cardinals about a contract extension, but that he would be “grateful” to return to his home state of Florida to play.

Browns among visits for USC’s Matthews

Linebacker Clay Matthews, who went from walk-on to starter during his career at USC, has visits set up with Cleveland, Tennessee and Denver.

Redskins reportedly pursuing Cutler

A decades-long pursuit for a franchise quarterback may lead to the Redskins making a trade for disgruntled Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler. Is a deal close?

Want Cutler? Broncos say ‘text me’

Some people feared that the Broncos hurt their trading power by publicly announcing that they were willing to unload QB Jay Cutler. Fear not. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the Broncos are asking teams to text or e-mail trade requests because the team has been overwhelmed by the volume of phone calls from interested parties.

Boston College DT Raji visiting with Buccaneers

Boston College defensive tackle BJ Raji is visiting with Buccaneers officials in Tampa Bay on Thursday and Friday, according to an NFL source.

Cadillac doing well in knee rehabilitation

Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams is progressing well in his recovery from a torn patellar tendon injury in his left knee.

McDaniels doing damage control in Denver

A Denver Post report cites division in the Broncos’ locker room over the ongoing drama between coach Josh McDaniels and QB Jay Cutler, whom the team announced it intends to trade.

Titans claim Redskins tampered with Haynesworth

The Tennessean reports that the Titans recently submitted evidence to the NFL of tampering, claiming the Redskins contacted DT Albert Haynesworth before he became a free agent on Feb. 27.

Marshall’s fantasy value falling for next season

Brandon Marshall’s numbers in Denver last season would have made him a surefire No. 1 fantasy wideout in 2009, but three offseason events have his value falling fast.

Sanchez turns in solid pro day

USC quarterback Mark Sanchez had a strong showing at his pro day, and but did he do enough to greatly improve his draft stock?

McGinest open to going back to New England

Free agent linebacker Willie McGinest still has some gas left in the tank — for the right situation.

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