Archive for February, 2010

Emotional L.T. hopes to join new team quickly

Speaking publicly for the first time since the Chargers released him, LaDainian Tomlinson was emotional during his press conference on Wednesday.

NFL closes investigation into alleged abuse by Cable

The NFL announced Wednesday that their investigation into allegations of domestic abuse by Raiders coach Tom Cable on a former spouse and girlfriend warranted no further punishment.

Report: Jets could part ways with RB Jones

If Jets RB Thomas Jones doesn’t renegotiate his contract, he may be served his walking papers.

Raiders place franchise tag on DE Seymour

No surprise, really, but the Oakland Raiders have placed the franchise tag on defensive end Richard Seymour.

NFL closes investigation of alleged abuse by Cable

The NFL announced Wednesday that no charges would be filed against Tom Cable after his first wife and a former girlfriend alleged in November that the Oakland Raiders coach physically abused them during their relationships.

Westbrook: ‘I’m going to continue to play’

One day after the Philadelphia Eagles announced that they would be releasing RB Brian Westbrook following eight seasons in Philadelphia, Westbrook appeared on 97.5 The Fanatic ESPN Radio in Philadelphia to squash any talk about retirement and about what comes next.

Roundup: Holmgren unhappy with combine QBs

Browns team president Mike Holmgren thinks the quarterbacks not throwing at the combine are making a mistake.

Report: NFL favors blood tests for HGH

On the heels of a revelation that a professional rugby player in Britain has tested positive for Human Growth Hormone (HGH), the NFL has proposed blood testing its players for HGH, the Washington Post, reports.

Steelers expected to tag NT Hampton, K Reed

The Steelers are planning to use their franchise tag on NT Casey Hampton and their transition tag on K Jeff Reed, barring a late breakthrough in contract negotiations, according to a league source.

Packers NT Pickett expects franchise tag

Packers NT Ryan Pickett expects to receive the franchise tag soon, according to a league source.

Report: Broncos cut C Wiegmann, RB Jordan

The Broncos have released center Casey Wiegmann and running back LaMont Jordan, The Denver Post reported Tuesday.

Hanson sues Cable, Raiders, alleging assault, battery

Randy Hanson has filed a civil lawsuit against Raiders coach Tom Cable and the team, according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

Niners use non-exclusive franchise tag on Franklin

The 49ers announced Tuesday that they have placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on NT Aubrayo Franklin, who was scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent next month.

Rams GM Devaney would consider trading No. 1 pick

Rams general manager Billy Devaney said he was open to trading the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft when he joined Peter King and Carl Banks on NFL Sirius Radio on Tuesday morning.

Roundup: Tim Tebow has a believer in Sam Wyche

Tim Tebow may have a lot of naysayers when it comes to his mechanics and ability to play quarterback in the NFL. But former Bengals coach Sam Wyche is not one of them.

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