Archive for September, 2009

Former starting LB Fowler released by Titans

In 2007, middle linebacker Ryan Fowler started 14 games for the Tennessee Titans. Last year, he lost his starting job to Stephen Tulloch, but still started three games, appearing in all 16. Well, now Fowler, who is a five-year veteran, is looking for work.

Harsh reality for Holley, who’s cut by Cowboys

Jesse Holley earned a Cowboys roster spot by winning Michael Irvin‘s reality TV competition, but he couldn’t hold it. The wide receiver was among 22 players cut by the Cowboys, despite scoring the winning touchdown in Friday night’s preseason finale.

Browns release veterans Ivy, Patten

Veteran CB Corey Ivy and WR David Patten were among the 23 players cut by the Browns, who still have one roster spot available.

Hood’s time with Bears is short

The Bears cut veteran CB Rod Hood, who had signed with the team earlier this week, and 15 other players to finalize their 53-man roster.

Refresher on the Vick roster exemption

Philadelphia Eagles opt to keep 54 players, which means Vick can’t practice.

Eagles use exemption to keep Vick off 53-man roster

Recently reinstated QB Michael Vick will not be on the Eagles’ 53-man roster to open the season, with the team opting to use an exemption.

Cribbs is a go for Browns in Week 1

Josh Cribbs, the Browns’ Pro Bowl return man, had been contemplating sitting out the first game after attempts to bolster his contract were unsuccessful this offseason, but he is virtually certain to play now, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

Roster moves leave Ravens thin at receiver

The Ravens released veterans Yamon Figurs, Justin Harper and Jayson Foster and rookie Eron Riley, leaving the team with just four wide receivers on its roster.

Steelers finally reveal their cut list

One day after Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said he was keeping his cuts under his hat, the team announced that it had released 21 players and placed veteran TE Sean McHugh on injured reserve.

Texans release O’Neal; Grossman makes team

Among the 22 players released by the Texans today was 10th-year veteran CB Deltha O’Neal — which is notable because Dunta Robinson continues to hold out after being made the team’s franchise player, depleting the depth in the secondary.

Vikings waive Booty; Packers parting with Brohm

The Vikings have waived QB John David Booty, league sources told NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora.

Jaguars trying to trade DB Williams, who might be cut

The Jaguars are shopping DB Brian Williams ahead of the 6 p.m. ET roster cutdown deadline, a league source told NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora, and he could become a salary-cap casualty if he isn’t traded.

Seahawks release Russell to make room for Milloy

The Seahawks have released safety Brian Russell, league sources told NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora. The move clears the way for Seattle to sign veteran free agent safety Lawyer Milloy today, sources with knowledge of the situation told NFL.com’s Steve Wyche.

Rams place Carriker on IR, trim roster

One day after the Rams admitted that DT Adam Carriker had a “significant shoulder injury,” they placed him on season-ending injured reserve. St. Louis also trimmed its roster en route to reaching the 53-man limit.

Bengals cut 22, but RBs Leonard, Dorsey stay

Viewers of HBO’s Hard Knocks saw Bengals coaches struggle between choosing Brian Leonard and DeDe Dorsey at running back. Well, they both made the team.

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