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- Giants' Osi Umenyiora fails in Twitter campaign for L.T.'s ring May 20, 2012 2:37 amNew York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora fell short of the half-million Twitter followers he said he needed in order to buy the Super Bowl ring of Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor. […]
- Report: Ryan Clady, Denver Broncos open extension talks May 19, 2012 11:50 pmThe Denver Broncos have reportedly opened contract-extension talks with starting left tackle Ryan Clady, the man who will be charged with protecting quarterback Peyton Manning. […]
- Dolphins' Stephen Ross plays down Ryan Tannehill expectations May 19, 2012 11:19 pmMiami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross played down expectations for instant results from rookie quarterback Ryan Tannehill, saying the team won't rush the eighth-overall pick in April's draft, according to The Palm Beach Post. […]
- Miami Dolphins' Matt Moore looks to establish starting role May 19, 2012 10:53 pmMatt Moore came in last season for an injured Chad Henne as the starting quarterback and went 6-3. This season, after the Dolphins signed free-agent David Garrard and drafted Ryan Tannehill he's looking to establish himself as the starter. […]
- Joe Flacco ready to carry Ravens in Suggs' absence May 19, 2012 9:31 pmRavens quarterback Joe Flacco says he welcomes a point-scoring mindset and the pressure to do so in Terrell Suggs' absence due to an Achilles injury. This year the offense will carry the defense, not the other way around. […]
- Ravens reportedly not talking Terrell Suggs salary reduction May 19, 2012 9:00 pmTerrell Suggs partially tore his Achilles during an offseason working at home in Arizona leaving him open to the possibility the Ravens might dock his salary for the "non-football injury" but the team hasn't even discussed it. […]
- Pryor thinks big: 'I'm not planning to be a backup' May 19, 2012 8:40 pmEven though Terrelle Pryor contemplated walking away from the game, he's set his sights on being a top signal-caller. […]
- Report: Claiborne won't be ready for Dallas Cowboys minicamp May 19, 2012 7:40 pmDallas Cowboys first-round draft pick Morris Claiborne will not be ready to participate in mandatory minicamp in June as the cornerback previously said, according to DallasCowboys.com […]
- 'My Jesus' T-shirt maker stands ground vs. Tim Tebow May 19, 2012 7:34 pmTim Tebow and his lawyers have issued a cease and desist order to Cubby Tees over the production of a "My Jesus" T-shirt, but the shirt maker has no plans to back down against Tebowmania. […]
- San Diego Chargers' Philip Rivers bonding with new targets May 19, 2012 7:10 pmAfter losing his top target in free agency, Philip Rivers is set on bonding with his new stable of receivers before the San Diego Chargers' offseason program kicks into full swing. […]
- Jim Harbaugh: Randy Moss 'like a coach' for 49ers May 19, 2012 5:40 pmJim Harbaugh has been letting loose with his comments about his players this week, with his latest praise going to newly acquired wide receiver Randy Moss, who he said was "like a coach." […]
- Forbes: 49ers' Harbaugh lowest-paid coach in NFC West May 19, 2012 2:51 pmIn his first season at the helm of the 49ers, Jim Harbaugh went all the way to the NFC Championship Game, but his current compensation doesn't match with his production. […]
- Giants' Osi Umenyiora fails in Twitter campaign for L.T.'s ring May 20, 2012 2:37 am
ESPN
- Osi falls short of Twitter target to buy LT's ring May 20, 2012 2:51 amNew York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora offered to buy and return Lawrence Taylor's Super Bowl XXV ring to the Pro Football Hall of Famer, but only if Umenyiora attained 500,000 Twitter followers by 10 p.m. Saturday. […]
- Pats' Welker backs off 'gotten worse' remarks May 19, 2012 11:51 pmTwo days after telling the Boston Herald that his contract negotiations had "gotten worse," New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker backtracked on his comments on Saturday. […]
- Bears' Marshall learned from NYC club incident May 19, 2012 3:52 pmChicago Bears receiver Brandon Marshall indicated Friday on ESPN's "First Take" that he has learned from an altercation that occurred outside a New York City nightclub in March that led to an investigation but no criminal charges. […]
- Bucs' Price absent, grieving over sister's death May 19, 2012 3:30 pmTampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Brian Price missed the team's OTAs this week after being hospitalized for exhaustion and grief in the wake of his sister's death, his agent has told local media. […]
- Source: Jets sign safety Bell for 1 year, $1.4M May 19, 2012 2:40 pmAdding veteran depth at safety, the New York Jets agreed to terms Friday with former longtime Miami Dolphins starter Yeremiah Bell, according to a league source. […]
- Tebow's lawyers threaten to sue T-shirt makers May 19, 2012 3:51 amLawyers representing Tim Tebow have issued a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer which they say is illegally using the name of the New York Jets quarterback to sell products. […]
- Loomis: Brees deal must be right for both sides May 19, 2012 1:15 amSaints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally. […]
- Ex-Pats LB Johnson: Seau death 'tipping point' May 18, 2012 11:15 pmJunior Seau's death got former New England Patriots linebacker Ted Johnson thinking again about his own career in the NFL and his struggles with post-concussion syndrome after he retired in 2005. […]
- Source: Former Colts TE Clark visits Patriots May 18, 2012 10:54 pmFree-agent tight end Dallas Clark visited the New England Patriots on Tuesday, according to a league source. […]
- Senser lawyer wants guilty verdicts thrown out May 18, 2012 10:25 pmThe attorney for the wife of former Minnesota Vikings player Joe Senser says his client didn't get a fair trial in a fatal hit-and-run. […]
- Bengals sign rookie CB Kirkpatrick to max deal May 18, 2012 8:36 pmThe Bengals have signed cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick of Alabama, their top pick in the draft. It's the fastest they've gotten a top pick under contract since 2003. […]
- NFLPA prez Foxworth mulls end of playing days May 18, 2012 8:33 pmVeteran cornerback Domonique Foxworth says he will likely retire before next season, two months after he was elected president of the NFL players' association. […]
- Bills lock in another draft pick, inking OT Glenn May 18, 2012 7:47 pmThe Buffalo Bills continue locking up their rookie draft class after signing offensive tackle Cordy Glenn, their second-round pick. […]
- McCoy agrees to 5-year extension with Eagles May 18, 2012 6:22 pmThe Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday agreed to terms with running back LeSean McCoy on a five-year contract extension that runs through 2017. […]
- Saints' Vilma files defamation suit vs. Goodell May 18, 2012 5:01 pmSuspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma has filed a defamation lawsuit against NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. […]
- Osi falls short of Twitter target to buy LT's ring May 20, 2012 2:51 am
Rotoworld
- Report: Broncos looking to extend Ryan Clady - Ryan Clady | DEN May 19, 2012 10:30 pmAccording to the Denver Post, the Broncos have opened long-term extension talks with LT Ryan Clady. […]
- Rookie Wagner works as Seahawks starting MLB - Bobby Wagner | SEA May 19, 2012 6:50 pmSecond-round pick Bobby Wagner is working with Seattle's first-team defense at middle linebacker during full-squad OTAs. […]
- Saints owner not worried about Brees talks - Drew Brees | NO May 19, 2012 2:48 pmSaints owner Tom Benson isn't worried about unsigned franchise player Drew Brees' contract situation. […]
- Beanie 'doesn't know' when he will be healthy - Beanie Wells | ARZ May 18, 2012 8:12 pmBeanie Wells is still in rehab mode from his January 24 right knee surgery and "doesn't know" when he'll be back on the field. […]
- Safety Yeremiah Bell chooses Jets over Eagles - Yeremiah Bell | NYJ May 18, 2012 4:28 pmJets signed free agent S Yeremiah Bell to a one-year, $1.4 million contract. […]
- Report: Pats unhappy w/ Welker's campaigning - Wes Welker | NE May 18, 2012 1:20 pmAccording to the Boston Globe, Wes Welker's decision to go public about contract negotiations over the past couple of weeks "has not gone over well with the Patriots." […]
- Whiz: Kolb vs. Skelton an even competition - John Skelton | ARZ May 17, 2012 11:14 pmCoach Ken Whisenhunt indicated that the quarterback competition between Kevin Kolb and John Skelton will "start out as even as it possibly can." […]
- Marshall to escape charges in nightclub fight - Brandon Marshall | CHI May 17, 2012 10:54 pmNew York City police will not bring charges against Brandon Marshall for his role in an early March nightclub brawl, according to attorney Harvey Steinberg. […]
- Eagles lock up RB McCoy at 5 years, $45M - LeSean McCoy | PHI May 17, 2012 10:21 pmEagles signed LeSean McCoy to a five-year, $45 million extension, including $20.765 million guaranteed. […]
- Norv: Antonio Gates back to pre-injury form - Antonio Gates | SD May 17, 2012 9:22 pmCoach Norv Turner indicated that Antonio Gates (foot) is finally back to pre-injury form. […]
- Raiders MLB McClain to spend 180 days in jail - Rolando McClain | OAK May 17, 2012 7:54 pmRaiders MLB Rolando McClain has been sentenced to 180 days in jail after being found guilty on charges of assault, reckless endangerment, menacing, and wrongful discharge of a firearm. […]
- Saints LB Vilma suing Goodell for defamation - Jonathan Vilma | NO May 17, 2012 7:14 pmSuspended Saints MLB Jonathan Vilma is suing commissioner Roger Goodell for defamation of character. […]
- Report: Broncos looking to extend Ryan Clady - Ryan Clady | DEN May 19, 2012 10:30 pm
Yahoo
- Tebow lawyers threatening to sue T-shirt makers (Yahoo! Sports) May 19, 2012 3:59 amNEW YORK (AP) Lawyers representing Tim Tebow have sent a cease and desist letter to a T-shirt manufacturer they say is illegally using the name of the New York Jets quarterback to sell products. […]
- Loomis: Brees deal has to be right for both sides (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 8:10 pmNEW ORLEANS (AP) Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says he isn't taking any of Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally. […]
- AP source: Jets agree with S Bell on 1-year deal (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 7:37 pmNEW YORK (AP) Yeremiah Bell is joining the other side of the Dolphins-Jets rivalry. […]
- Eagles RB McCoy gets new deal through 2017 (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 2:54 amPHILADELPHIA (AP) LeSean McCoy ran his way onto the short list of the best running backs in the NFL. He can now stamp his name among the highest paid. […]
- Attorney: No charges against Marshall (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 1:51 amNEW YORK (AP) The lawyer for Brandon Marshall says no charges will be brought against the Chicago Bears wide receiver for an altercation outside a nightclub in March. […]
- Reports: Jets DT Ellis agrees to plea (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 1:30 amFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) New York Jets defensive lineman Kenrick Ellis reportedly has reached a plea agreement in a Virginia court that will reduce a felony charge to a misdemeanor. […]
- Raiders' McClain sentenced to 180 days in jail (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 12:18 amDECATUR, Ala. (AP) Oakland Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain has been sentenced to 180 days in jail for assault and other charges stemming from a fight in his hometown when he allegedly threatened to kill a man and fired a gun next to his head. […]
- Bucs sign PK Connor Barth to 4-year deal (Yahoo! Sports) May 18, 2012 12:02 amTAMPA, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed placekicker Connor Barth to a four-year, $13.2 million contract. […]
- Saints' Vilma sues Roger Goodell for defamation (Yahoo! Sports) May 17, 2012 9:40 pmNEW ORLEANS (AP) Suspended Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league's top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma's reputation and hindered his ability to earn a living playing football. […]
- Hall of Famer Taylor auctioning Super Bowl ring (Yahoo! Sports) May 17, 2012 7:38 pmLAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. (AP) Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor is auctioning off his 1991 Super Bowl championship ring. […]
- Tebow lawyers threatening to sue T-shirt makers (Yahoo! Sports) May 19, 2012 3:59 am
KFFL
- Fantasy football players in the news May 18, 2012 4:14 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Possible Injured Reserve rule change would impact fantasy football May 17, 2012 6:10 pmThe NFL is considering a change to the Injured Reserve rules that could have a notable impact on fantasy football. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 17, 2012 3:56 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Ryan Mathews could be the No. 1 fantasy football back this year May 17, 2012 7:25 amSan Diego Chargers running back Ryan Mathews has a strong opportunity to be the No. 1 scoring running back in fantasy football leagues this year. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 16, 2012 5:14 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 15, 2012 5:56 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- A few fantasy football sleeper WRs to target May 15, 2012 12:19 amCheck out a few of my favorite early-season fantasy football sleeper wide receivers to consider on draft day. The Browns, Broncos and Chiefs offer up a few low-cost potential gems. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 14, 2012 4:07 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 11, 2012 3:50 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Don't be afraid to take a chance on Matt Schaub this year May 11, 2012 7:05 amMatt Schaub's foot injury will cause owners to pass him by on draft day. Don't make that mistake if you want to land a lot of production on the cheap. […]
- Collecting fantasy football RBs: Ronnie Hillman, Terrance Ganaway May 11, 2012 12:13 amDon't forget about Ronnie Hillman and Terrance Ganaway when considering potential late-round RB surgers […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 10, 2012 4:29 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 9, 2012 6:08 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 8, 2012 4:37 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Josh Freeman's return to glory begins in 2012 May 7, 2012 6:37 pmJosh Freeman is going to rebound in a big way from his miserable 2011 fantasy football season. The front office has put enough talent around the young passer - enough to give fantasy owners a profitable 2012 sleeper buy. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 7, 2012 4:09 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 4, 2012 4:37 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 3, 2012 4:45 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Thoughts on Junior Seau's passing May 2, 2012 10:11 pmJunior Seau's untimely passing provides more questions than answers. The National Football League lost a great one, and the San Diego community lost an even better person in Junior Seau. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 2, 2012 5:03 pmThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy football players. […]
- Fantasy football players in the news May 18, 2012 4:14 pm