Archive for June, 2008

Jerry on Joe Horn: ‘That’s not correct’

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones talked with ESPN during the Desperados’ playoff game at American Airlines Center and shot down previous reports that the team is looking into Atlanta Falcons receiver Joe Horn.

DeMeco Ryans and friends bowl for dollars - for kids in Bessemer

There were more hugs and handshakes than insults and trash-talk - not to say there was no trash-talking - when DeMeco Ryans brought some friends from the NFL to town for a fundraiser for his foundation.

Brady is not #1

How can you even say Brady is #1. Hell Randy Moss even made Culpepper look good.

RB Kevin Jones workout witnessed by 4 NFL teams

Kevin Jones went through a workout Saturday in Saline, Mich., and four NFL teams watched the running back sprint and cut just five months after major knee surgery.

We talk with Mike, Jessica McCarthy

Mike McCarthy typically fields questions from behind a podium at Green Bay Packers headquarters.

Added talent can only help

For years, Terence Newman was considered the Cowboys’ best cornerback. Bill Parcells made Newman his first draft pick in 2003.

Random quotes from around the league

Titans WR Roydell Williams , quoted in The Tennessean regarding the ankle injury he sustained last January that still has him sidelined nearly six months later: “It has been really tough.

Preparing city’s next generation

Bernard Pollard of the Kansas City Chiefs leads footwork drills Thursday at his camp at South Side.

Ravens Release Three

The Ravens released tight end Xavier Lee, guard Brandon Barnes and punter Benajmin Dato, trimming their roster by three with less than a month before teams must get below the NFL-mandated limit of 80 players.

Fantasy team preview: Arizona Cardinals

QB1: Matt Leinart QB2: Kurt Warner RB1: Edgerrin James RB2: Marcel Shipp WR1: Larry Fitzgerald WR2: Anquan Boldin WR3: Jerheme Urban WR4: Sean Morey TE1: Leonard Pope TE2: Jerame Tuman K: Neil Rackers This …

Receiver Glenn trying to mend fences with Dallas Cowboys

Jun. 28–Wide receiver Terry Glenn is speaking with Dallas Cowboys officials again in the hopes of returning.

NFL: Gore adjusts to new 49er coach Martz’ playbook

SANTA CLARA, Calif. - Mike Martz said that running back Frank Gore was quick on the playing field and even quicker in the classroom this spring.

NFL notebook: June 28

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said it’s “ridiculous” to reward untested rookies with lucrative contracts, and wants the issue addressed in contract talks.

Bail set for man held in Raiders’ Walker case

A photo provided Tuesday, June 24, 2008, by Las Vegas police shows Arfat Fadel, of Las Vegas, who was arrested in a robbery and beating that left Oakland Raiders NFL football receiver Javon Walker unconscious …

No. 1 pick Long impresses Dolphins

DAVIE - Jake Long will have 16 games - heck, his entire career - to prove the Miami Dolphins were right in making him the No.

Jets star Ferguson gives scholarships to Freeport

Four Freeport High School seniors will receive a combined total of $10,000 in scholarships Saturday night from one of the school’s most famous alums.

Adam Schefter: Cowboys may look to Joe Horn

Uncertain of how their situation with receiver Terry Glenn will work out, the Dallas Cowboys have penciled in Joe Horn’s name to the roster should Glenn be unavailable, or unwanted.

Registration Still Open For Strief Football Camp

The Zach Strief “Dream Big” Foundation Second Annual Football Camp will accept registration applications until the first day of the event Friday, June 27.

One charge against ex-Bengal Henry dismissed

The trial of former Cincinnati Bengals receiver Chris Henry will continue Monday, but the wide receiver will be facing one less charge.

Romo’s Starter Deal a Bluff?

Word on the street in some NFL circles is that Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo isn’t actually close to inking a five-year, $10 million deal with Starter for shoe and apparel marketing.

Mike Vandermause column: Don’t dance with Taylor

The Green Bay Packers don’t need Jason Taylor, they shouldn’t want him and if they know what’s good for them, they won’t acquire him.

Steelers Dump Davenport After Finding No Takers for a Trade

The Steelers spent the past few days according to reports trying to shop around running back Najeh Davenport, but after finding no takers the team has decided to release the running back and move on.A Davenport …

Peterson finds adoring fans in return to Oklahoma

Adrian Peterson sat down and smiled, posing for a picture among a dozen kids who’d signed up for the chance to learn some football skills from one of the NFL’s top running backs.

NFL Commissioner in WNY; Talks About Future of Bills

NFL Commissioner and Jamestown native Roger Goodell spoke at Chautauqua Institution Friday morning about sports in America, but he also talked to Channel 2’s Scott Brown about the Bills.

Spicer, Jaguars agree to two-year extension

Since the draft in April, Jaguars defensive end Paul Spicer wondered about his future.

This Week in Chiefs History

During the 17-year history of NFL Europe Kansas City sent multiple players to Europe to gain playing experience each season.

‘Pacman’ Jones Home Foreclosure Sale Postponed

A foreclosure sale involving the home of suspended Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones has been postponed until next month.

Baltimore Ravens training real ravens as mascots

Baltimore Ravens fans could see real ravens this season. A trainer in Georgia is working with two eight-week old ravens, hoping to have them ready to fly around M&T Bank Stadium before home games this season.

Chargers excited about progress of top two rookies

The Chargers’ 2008 draft class certainly was not deep; in fact, it included just five players.

Green Wave staying in the Palmetto State

The Summerville football team will not play in the inaugural Texas High School Showcase presented by the National Football Foundation.