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The Bears will attempt to trade quarterback Brian Griese rather than immediately release the 10-year veteran, an NFL source told the Tribune on Thursday. via Chicago Tribune

Veteran backup running back Anthony Thomas was one of three Buffalo Bills players to have their contracts terminated by the team on Wednesday. via WSTM-TV Syracuse

“He fought his way into the NFL, fought his way into our starting lineup and he fought to help us win”
Thursday, February 28, 2008 WBAL Radio as reported by Anne Kramer and Associated Press The Baltimore Ravens cut veteran center Mike Flynn on Thursday, parting ways with one of the last remaining cornerstones of […]

The Dallas Cowboys officially signed linebacker Zach Thomas Thursday. Terms were not disclosed but the Dallas Morning News reported earlier that the veteran would sign a one-year deal worth up to $3 million … via Kutv.com

It’s been some time since free agency was viewed as a one-stop savior for underperforming teams. via Detroit Free Press

“I think we’re certainly going to try to help our football team via the free agency route”
DeShaun Foster, Dan Morgan, Mike Wahle and David Carr were sent packing. Jordan Gross received the franchise tag so he wouldn’t leave. via WCNC

The Bengals this morning announced they have offered a restricted free agent tender to quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. via The Cincinnati Enquirer

Bears wide out Bernard Berrian is on the verge of being a free agent tomorrow, but that is not stopping the Bears from trying to keep the receiver. via NFL GridIron Gab

Cornerbacks are the top target for the Detroit Lions in the off-season, in both free agency and the draft, but the team upgraded its secondary Wednesday with the signing of seven-year veteran safety Dwight …

Free agency begins at 11 p.m. Thursday, and there is a chance the Cowboys will go deep into the night to keep one of their own. via The Dallas Morning News

“Just a statement, man, me and Julianne, we’re not together”
Helio Castroneves is ready to dance off into the new IndyCar season. Well, not exactly. via Chicago Tribune

“Just have faith in God and believe.”
Buffalo Bills tight end Kevin Everett looks great and feels great six months after his catastrophic injury on the Ralph Wilson Stadium football field. via Buffalo News

Linebacker Rob Morris and defensive tackle Anthony McFarland, both sidelined with injuries for most of last season, were released by the Indianapolis Colts on Wednesday. via WHAS-TV Louisville

As a fan of Minnesota sports, I have become progressively used to the idea of our sports heroes making asses of themselves in scenarios that involve nudity. via BleacherReport

“Moose from Day 1 urged me to do my best to return him to the Panthers”
The Carolina Panthers released disappointing quarterback David Carr on Wednesday and came to terms with receiver Muhsin Muhammad on a two-year contract. via CBS SportsLine

The Detroit Lions met with two free agents with local ties Wednesday, but the team would not update the status of trade talks involving nose tackle Shaun Rogers. via Detroit News

“I haven’t missed a game since I’ve been at LSU. Who doesn’t go through a season without bumps and bruises?”
Bill Parcells is on the clock. The Miami Dolphins own the first pick in the April 26 NFL Draft, and with Monday’s conclusion of the league’s scouting combine, the Dolphins’ front office has exactly two […]

Posted by Mike Triplett, The Times-Picayune February 27, 2008 3:53PM Categories: Saints The Saints have agreed to contracts with offensive linemen Jamar Nesbit and Jonathan Goodwin, according to General Manager … via NOLA.com

“Greater is an army of sheep led by a lion, than an army of lions led by a sheep”
By TheSportsGuru Posted on Wed Feb 27, 2008 at 03:21:24 PM EDT The Denver Broncos on Wednesday named Jedd Fisch as their wide receivers coach, Head Coach Mike Shanahan announced. via The Mile High Report

Veteran linebacker and special teams performer Coy Wire was one of four players released today by the Buffalo Bills. via Rochester Democrat & Chronicle

If your Derek Anderson, what are you thinking? If your Phil Savage and the Cleveland Browns the same can be asked. via NFL GridIron Gab

The Baltimore Ravens have released running back Mike Anderson, the team announced Wednesday. via FOX30Online

Profootballtalk.com and Rotoworld report that the Carolina Panthers may soon come to an agreement with free agent wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad , who was recently released by the Chicago Bears. via FantasyFanatics.com Fantasy Football

Cheap. Thrifty. Low budget. Tightwads. The Arizona Cardinals have been called all of that — and more — over the years. via CBS SportsLine.com

East Laurens fans had to wait until 6.7 seconds left on the clock before they could celebrate. via Courier Herald

“As a lifelong Cowboys fan, I am truly proud to have the support of one of the all time greats — and I remind Texas voters, if you don’t vote for me on March 4th, Cliff Harris will show you why his teammates called him Captain Crash.”
Dallas Cowboy Legend Cliff Harris endorsed former Arkansas […]

With the first round of the draft, the Texans have the No. 18 pick. Two of the team’s biggest needs are left tackle and cornerback. via Houston Chronicle

Punter D.J. Fitzpatrick signed with the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday in a move designed to ease Brian Moorman’s offseason workload. via WSTM-TV Syracuse

“Obviously, we’re going to have a need there.”
Breaks don’t last long for Carolina Panthers coach John Fox this time of year, especially during the NFL scouting combine.
At 4:30 p.m. Friday, he was off to what he called a quick, ’slam it down’ dinner with general manager Marty Hurney before an evening full of interviews […]

“It’s amazing the way it’s evolved”
The Packers probably will have an especially difficult time signing defensive tackle Corey Williams to a long-term contract while he’s carrying their franchise tag, and could face a disruptive contract dispute … via Green Bay Press-Gazette