Archive for February, 2010

Detroit Lions reportedly have talked to San Diego Chargers about…

The Detroit Lions have talked to the Chargers about a potential trade for San Diego cornerback Antonio Cromartie, the Detroit Free Press confirmed.

Dallas Cowboys and The Spread Offense: Six (Very Bold) Predictions

Variations of the spread offense, such as the pass-happy version the Patriots run or the Wildcat in Miami, are taking over the NFL.

Mock Draft 2010 Fans Picks: Cincinnati Pick No.21

Here at B/R we are lucky enough to have a community of fans who take pride in their teams and the players they draft.

Statesville native finds ‘niche’ in Panthers radio show

Statesville native John White has spent so much time around Carolina Panthers players and coaches throughout the last two years that he is starting to talk like them.

Browns taking long look at versatile Gator

INDIANAPOLIS: Joe Haden admitted he used to cry when he didn’t feel like going to the gym with his father.

Mock Draft 2010 Fans Picks: Arizona Cardinals Pick No. 26

Here at B/R we are lucky enough to have a community of fans who take pride in their teams and the players they draft.

Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy: ‘We’re trying to keep Aaron Kampman’

INDIANAPOLIS - The Packers appear prepared to make a good run at re-signing outside linebacker Aaron Kampman, though they could face a difficult time inducing him back if he strongly prefers to switch back to defensive end.

Rumors of Antonio Cromartie trade to Lions are a little surprising

There is a report that the Detroit Lions are interested in trading for San Diego Chargers cornerback Antonio Cromartie and, in one sense, it makes total sense.

Cardinals need Johnson to step up at safety

Ken Whisenhunt didn’t sound at all like he was willing to let Cardinals starting FS Antrel Rolle test the open market, which apparently will be the case with the team not expected to pay Rolle a $4 million roster bonus that would put him on the books for roughly $8 million this coming season.

Randy Moss to the Dallas Cowboys? Top Six Reasons It’s a Bad Idea

Amidst reports that Randy Moss could be headed to Dallas , DallasCowboysTimes.com will detail six reasons why signing Randy Moss would be disastrous for the Dallas Cowboys.

2010 NFL Combine: Cleveland Browns Show Interest in Drafting Dexter McCluster

According to reports by the Scout.com NFL Combine Team, Ole Miss running back/wide receiver Dexter McCluster was surrounded by many teams, but the Cleveland Browns were one of three that seemed more interested in the athlete when he was at the podium in Indianapolis.

Secondary a primary concern

INDIANAPOLIS ? One interception. One. That’s what the Bears ? safeties produced during the 2009 season ? and it’s one big reason general manager Jerry Angelo and coach Lovie Smith will target that position this off-season. “We need to improve our safety position, period,” Smith said Friday at the NFL scouting combine.

Just Back From … Arizona

You might have already guessed this, but they’re Vikings fans. Tim, Scott, Brian, Chris, Dan and Jeff Hagen hit the road in December to watch Favre and the gang play the Arizona Cardinals in Phoenix.

Ravens show interest in ex-Eagles Westbrook, Owens

The Ravens expressed interest Saturday in two former Eagles — running back Brian Westbrook and wide receiver Terrell Owens.

Phillips is not satisfied

Coach Wade Phillips undoubtedly feels good about what the Dallas Cowboys accomplished last season, winning the NFC East and their first playoff game since 1996 while earning him a two-year contract extension.

Packers offensive line has plenty of room to improve

Scott Wells and T.J. Lang played well enough as fill-ins last season that the Green Bay Packers could have a hard time keeping both out of the starting lineup this year.

Jimmy Clausen and Bills Have Met

Notre Dame quarterback and potential top ten pick Jimmy Clausen had some interesting information to share at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

Hey, Tony! Tony Grossi answers your Cleveland Browns questions

Reggie Bush could be a free agent if the Saints chose to not pick up an $8 million team option, but New Orleans officials said that move was likely — disappointing at least one Browns fan.

2010 NFL Combine: Ndamukong Suh Dines With Detroit Lions Staff

As of 4:00 on Saturday, Feb. 27, Ndamukong Suh has only met with one teama ‘the Detroit Lions.

Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook wants to play for the Chicago Bears.

Former Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook said Friday he would love to play for the Chicago Bears , and he’s not concerned about potential concussion issues.

Falcons Free Agent DE Targets

A short while ago, then general manager Rich McKay pulled a deal for John Abraham from the New York Jets in a three way trade with the Denver Broncos.

Jacksonville Jaguars win coin toss for NFL draft’s 10th choice

The order of the NFL draft’s first round was made official Friday, as the Jacksonville Jaguars won a tiebreaking coin toss with the Chicago Bears to earn the 10th pick for the April 22 selections.

Baltimore Ravens Coach John Harbaugh: “We’re Interested In Terrell Owens”

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh has made an official announcement that the team is interested in acquiring wide receiver Terrell Owens.

49ers won’t take Kurt Warner-less Arizona Cardinals lightly

With Warner starting, the Cardinals won the past two NFC West titles, but the next best team in the division, the 49ers, isn’t clearing a place in the trophy case just because Warner is gone.

Bills decline to offer ex-Cowboy Terrell Owens a contract

Terrell Owens is on the market after the Buffalo Bills announced Saturday they do not plan to offer him a contract.

Top 25 Capsules

James Anderson scored 27 points, Keiton Page was perfect on four 3-point tries at crucial times and Oklahoma State denied a bid by No.

Bills announce they won’t bring back Owens

The Buffalo Bills announced Saturday night the team will not offer contracts to wide receiver Terrell Owens and Josh Reed and defensive end Ryan Denney.

Eric Mangini enjoying his revamped role as Browns head coach with a boss

The reinvention of Eric Mangini is an interesting work in progress that is on full display at the NFL Scouting Combine this weekend.

Dallas Cowboys scout impressed by well-sculpted Maryland offensive lineman

One Dallas Cowboys scout took a look at Maryland offensive tackle Bruce Campbell at the NFL Scouting Combine and decided he’d seen the second coming of a mythological Greek god.

Cardinals seem more than ever ready to move WR Boldin

It appears more than ever that the Cardinals are going to try and move wide out Anquan Boldin, who missed both of the teams playoff games due to injury.