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Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports the Indianapolis Colts could look to upgrade their offensive line during the offseason, in hopes of providing a more physical approach in the running game.
Updating a previous item, Michael C. Wright, of The Florida Times-Union, reports the Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to release OT Tra Thomas sometime this week.
Updating a previous item, Michael C. Wright, of The Florida Times-Union, reports the Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to release WR Torry Holt sometime this week.
Jeff Schudel, of the News-Herald, reports the Cleveland Browns already paid free-agent WR Donte' Stallworth (Browns) $10 million in guaranteed money before terminating his contract Monday, Feb. 8. Stallworth's deal with the team was for seven years and $35 million.
Mike Garafolo, of The Star-Ledger, reports New York Giants FS Kenny Phillips (knee) is ahead of schedule in his rehab following knee surgery. Phillips was recently given the green light to start jogging in the pool. However, with training camp five months away, doctors have told him not to rush. He won't run until March 29, exactly six months after the operation. In the meantime, Phillips rides a stationary bike, does leg presses and walks forward and backward on the treadmill.
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears CB Nate Vasher could be in jeopardy of being released. Vasher finished last season as an occasional contributor and he is set to make $2.95 million in 2010 and also has a $500,000 workout bonus.
The Philadelphia Daily News reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook appears as if he is not planning to retire. Westbrook said during a radio interview Monday, Feb. 8, that he is "just trying to enjoy this offseason and trying to get ready for this next upcoming season." Westbrook missed eight games, suffered two concussions and posted his lowest totals since his rookie year this past season.
The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers DL Julius Peppers indicated Tuesday, Feb. 9, during a Charlotte radio interview that he is irritated by the team's silence in regards to contract talks. "I'm a man of very few words; I understand very well what silence means," Peppers said. "I do it a lot and I understand that. You being silent to me, I understand exactly what you're trying to say. Because of the lack of communication that they've had with us, if somebody asks me 'Do I want to stay in Carolina and play for the Panthers next year?,' it's like OK, well, how can you say you want to be somewhere if you're not really sure if they want you. Because they're not even talking to you." Peppers said the team has not had any serious discussions with his agent.
Charles Chandler, of the Charlotte Observer, reports the New Orleans Saints had planned a surprise onside kick for the past two weeks, but head coach Sean Payton wasn't sure when the best time would be to try it. Payton decided to use it on the second-half kickoff. The Saints were able to recover the kick, and they took advantage of it with their first touchdown of the game.
Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers PK Mason Crosby was scheduled to make $550,000 in 2010, but he reached incentives that boosted his salary to $1.01 million. KFFL.com Sports Forums - Your Online Water Cooler! Talking sports around the clock is something we have done at KFFL.com since 1996. Join with our editors and other KFFLians in our Sports Discussion Forums. Talk fantasy sports, share your thoughts on your favorite team, rant about the move your team didn't make or rave about the one it did. Hang out at our water cooler now and share your thoughts; the world wants to hear them!
Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Ryan Grant earned a substantial contract escalator for 2010. Grant earned an escalator of $1.5 million by topping the 1,250-yard rushing mark, raising his pay to $6 million when his salary is combined with roster and workout bonuses.
Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers CB Charles Woodson earned a substantial contract escalator for 2010. Woodson earned an escalator of $1.5 million, raising his 2010 base salary to $6.5 million. He is due a $900,000 roster bonus and a $100,000 workout bonus, meaning Woodson is scheduled to earn $7.5 million next season.
David Bauder, of the Associated Press, reports Super Bowl XLIV was watched by more than 106 million people Sunday, Feb. 7, surpassing the 1983 finale of "M*A*S*H" to become the most-watched program in U.S. television history, according to the Nielsen Co. Nielsen estimated that 106.5 million people watched the Super Bowl, breaking the previous record of 105.97 million.
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears LB Jamar Williams is scheduled to be a restricted free agent this offseason if there is no extension of the collective bargaining agreement. However, the team may let Williams move on.
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago Bears LB Brian Urlacher (wrist) is expected to be ready to participate when the team's offseason program begins.
Updating a previous item, Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports the Green Bay Packers will not ask LB A.J. Hawk to take a pay cut. Hawk is scheduled to earn $4.6 million next season.
Adam Schefter, of ESPN, speculates Minnesota Vikings QB Brett Favre will return to the Vikings for the 2010 season.
The Denver Broncos have announced they have signed free-agent RB Bruce Hall (Bills). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Updating a previous report, The Sports Network reports the Oakland Raiders has officially hired former Kansas City Chiefs defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast as an assistant coach.
Brian Biggane, of the Palm Beach Post, reports E. Albert Irby, agent for Miami Dolphins DL Tony McDaniel, said that McDaniel was meeting with the team Monday, Feb. 8, to discuss his arrest Sunday, Feb. 7. NFL Twitter Tracker - Follow the Tweets! Looking to stay on top of all of the NFL information floating through the Twitter world? KFFL.com's NFL Twitter Tracker provides you with all of the latest Tweets in a sortable format! View the latest on each team, or take a look at what media personalities are saying. And, of course, don't forget to check out the latest Tweets from NFL players themselves! Access NFL Twitter Tracker now....
Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago Bears may ask LB Brian Urlacher to take a pay cut next season. Urlacher is owed a base salary of $6.825 million in 2010 and is also scheduled to receive a $1.3 million roster bonus as well as a $500,000 workout bonus.
Josh Looney, of KCChiefs.com, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have released LB Justin Rogers and LB Weston Dacus.
Mike Reiss, of ESPNBoston.com, reports the New England Patriots are scheduled to pay QB Tom Brady a $3 million roster bonus on March 5. The bonus could take contract extension negotiations to a higher level. Brady will be entering the final year of his current contract in 2010.
Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears WR Earl Bennett said he believes the offensive players will not have a hard time learning offensive coordinator Mike Martz's complex offensive system. "I'm not concerned at all. I'm pretty sure that all of us will be able to get it. I'll be dialed into my position. We've just got to come in and understand our playbook, and I'm sure all of us will get it," Bennett said.
The Cleveland Browns have announced they have terminated the contract of WR Donte' Stallworth.
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