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POSTED 7:40 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
VOLEK STAYS PUT
A strong performance in the AFC divisional round against the Colts wasn't enough to get Chargers quarterback Billy Volek any big offers in free agency.
And so he'll stay with the Bolts, with a three year deal.
"This is a great team," Volek told the San Diego Union Tribune.
Volek reportedly drew interest from the Bears, Vikings, Raiders, and Bills
VOLEK STAYS PUT
A strong performance in the AFC divisional round against the Colts wasn't enough to get Chargers quarterback Billy Volek any big offers in free agency.
And so he'll stay with the Bolts, with a three year deal.
"This is a great team," Volek told the San Diego Union Tribune.
Volek reportedly drew interest from the Bears, Vikings, Raiders, and Bills
POSTED 8:17 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
ROGERS TRADE OFF
The trade between the Lions and the Bengals for defensive tackle Shaun Rogers is apparently off.
According to Mike O'Hara of the Detroit News, the deal was not consummated and the Lions will be looking to send Rogers elsewhere. The two teams had agreed that Rogers would head to the Bengals for a third-round and a fifth-round pick.
In our view, that's not bad news for the Bengals. Maybe it means that someone within the organization raised an alarm about the 2007 allegations against Rogers regarding his conduct in a strip club. Though he wasn't charged, is that really the kind of guy that the team should be signing giving its recent history of struggles with off-field issues?
ROGERS TRADE OFF
The trade between the Lions and the Bengals for defensive tackle Shaun Rogers is apparently off.
According to Mike O'Hara of the Detroit News, the deal was not consummated and the Lions will be looking to send Rogers elsewhere. The two teams had agreed that Rogers would head to the Bengals for a third-round and a fifth-round pick.
In our view, that's not bad news for the Bengals. Maybe it means that someone within the organization raised an alarm about the 2007 allegations against Rogers regarding his conduct in a strip club. Though he wasn't charged, is that really the kind of guy that the team should be signing giving its recent history of struggles with off-field issues?
POSTED 8:41 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
FLORENCE A JAG?
Chargers cornerback Drayton Florence is looking for a new team. On Friday, he visited with the Bucs. But now he's on his way to Jacksonville, and he's expected to join the Jaguars.
Per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune, a deal with the Jags is "all but done."
Meanwhile, former Chargers running back Michael Turner remains in Atlanta, and his agent is negotiating with the teams about a contract.
FLORENCE A JAG?
Chargers cornerback Drayton Florence is looking for a new team. On Friday, he visited with the Bucs. But now he's on his way to Jacksonville, and he's expected to join the Jaguars.
Per Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune, a deal with the Jags is "all but done."
Meanwhile, former Chargers running back Michael Turner remains in Atlanta, and his agent is negotiating with the teams about a contract.
POSTED 8:59 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
LITO OUT THE DOOR?
With cornerback Asante Samuel in the fold, the Eagles are now going to attempt to trade cornerback Lito Sheppard, according to Adam Schefter of NFL Network.
Calls are already coming in for Sheppard, a first-round draft pick in 2002 who is still only 26 years old.
In recent weeks, there were rumors that that Sheppard was on he block, and the team strongly denied it. In hindsight, it's likely that the Eagles didn't want to tip their hand regarding their plans to pursue Samuel.
Sheppard is under contract for four more seasons, with base salaries of $2 million in 2008, $3 million in 2009, $3.7 million in 2010, and $4.25 million in 2011.
LITO OUT THE DOOR?
With cornerback Asante Samuel in the fold, the Eagles are now going to attempt to trade cornerback Lito Sheppard, according to Adam Schefter of NFL Network.
Calls are already coming in for Sheppard, a first-round draft pick in 2002 who is still only 26 years old.
In recent weeks, there were rumors that that Sheppard was on he block, and the team strongly denied it. In hindsight, it's likely that the Eagles didn't want to tip their hand regarding their plans to pursue Samuel.
Sheppard is under contract for four more seasons, with base salaries of $2 million in 2008, $3 million in 2009, $3.7 million in 2010, and $4.25 million in 2011.
POSTED 9:47 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
ROGERS TO BROWNS A DONE DEAL
According to Hondo Carpenter of SpartanNation.com, who as we understand it is very well plugged in as to the goings on in Motown, the Lions have finalized a trade of defensive tackle Shaun Rogers to the Browns.
In return, the Lions reportedly will get cornerback Leigh Bodden and a third-round draft choice.
Carpenter says that the league office rejected a trade that would have sent Rogers to the Bengals for a third-round and a fifth-round pick.
ROGERS TO BROWNS A DONE DEAL
According to Hondo Carpenter of SpartanNation.com, who as we understand it is very well plugged in as to the goings on in Motown, the Lions have finalized a trade of defensive tackle Shaun Rogers to the Browns.
In return, the Lions reportedly will get cornerback Leigh Bodden and a third-round draft choice.
Carpenter says that the league office rejected a trade that would have sent Rogers to the Bengals for a third-round and a fifth-round pick.
POSTED 10:09 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
CONFLICTING REPORTS ON PACE
We're certain of one thing -- either Calvin Pace has struck a deal with the Dolphins, or he hasn't.
The Miami Herald says that the soon-to-be-former Cardinal hasn't signed with the Fins, and that he'll visit the Jets on Saturday.
But Pace sounds like he's leaning toward signing with Miami. ''I'm happy here,'' Pace said. "But I just feel like I should still take that trip. I've got one more trip to take, and we'll see what happens."
Bucky Brooks of SI.com reports that Pace has agreed to terms with the Fins.
We suppose that both reports could be accurate, and that Pace has a tentative arrangement in place with the Dolphins but wants to hear the Jets out before finalizing things. We suppose that we'll find out more soon.
CONFLICTING REPORTS ON PACE
We're certain of one thing -- either Calvin Pace has struck a deal with the Dolphins, or he hasn't.
The Miami Herald says that the soon-to-be-former Cardinal hasn't signed with the Fins, and that he'll visit the Jets on Saturday.
But Pace sounds like he's leaning toward signing with Miami. ''I'm happy here,'' Pace said. "But I just feel like I should still take that trip. I've got one more trip to take, and we'll see what happens."
Bucky Brooks of SI.com reports that Pace has agreed to terms with the Fins.
We suppose that both reports could be accurate, and that Pace has a tentative arrangement in place with the Dolphins but wants to hear the Jets out before finalizing things. We suppose that we'll find out more soon.
POSTED 10:53 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BROWN WILL BE HIGHEST-PAID KICKER
When he signs his contract with the Rams, Josh Brown will become the highest-paid kicker in league history.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, Brown will sign a five-year, $14.2 million deal, with a $4 million signing bonus.
POSTED 10:47 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BROWN KICKING IT WITH THE RAMS
On Friday, long-time Rams kicker Jeff Wilkins retired. Later in the day, the team has his replacement lined up.
Per the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Rams have agreed to terms with former Seahawks kicker Josh Brown. The five-year veteran is on his way to St. Louis to finalize the deal.
In 2006, two late field goals by Brown gave the Seahawks a sweep of the Rams.
With Wilkins gone, only three players remain for the Super Bowl champions known as the "Greatest Show on Turf": receiver Torry Holt, tackle Orlando Pace, and defensive end Leonard Little.
BROWN WILL BE HIGHEST-PAID KICKER
When he signs his contract with the Rams, Josh Brown will become the highest-paid kicker in league history.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, Brown will sign a five-year, $14.2 million deal, with a $4 million signing bonus.
POSTED 10:47 p.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BROWN KICKING IT WITH THE RAMS
On Friday, long-time Rams kicker Jeff Wilkins retired. Later in the day, the team has his replacement lined up.
Per the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, the Rams have agreed to terms with former Seahawks kicker Josh Brown. The five-year veteran is on his way to St. Louis to finalize the deal.
In 2006, two late field goals by Brown gave the Seahawks a sweep of the Rams.
With Wilkins gone, only three players remain for the Super Bowl champions known as the "Greatest Show on Turf": receiver Torry Holt, tackle Orlando Pace, and defensive end Leonard Little.
dont look like dallas wants moss
If the Cowboys continue to stay quiet on this front, it could be a sign that they're looking intently at a draft that has some depth at that position.
-- With Javon Walker's ouster in Denver, expect the Cowboys to move in on him soon. And they may be counting on him looking at Dallas.
Randy Moss is out there, but people inside the team have characterized a run at him as unlikely. They also haven't gotten in touch with guys out there on the secondary market, like Bryant Johnson of the Cardinals. Keep an eye on this one.
-- Running back is another position that looks like the Cowboys are taking their time on. Representatives for several free-agent backs told us this afternoon they hadn't heard from Dallas, and you can bet that Julius Jones is as good as gone.
This is another position that could be addressed in the draft without much of a hitch, as there's some depth at the position, though the top shelf prospects do seem to be rising on draft boards, which could put them all out of Dallas' reach.
If the Cowboys continue to stay quiet on this front, it could be a sign that they're looking intently at a draft that has some depth at that position.
-- With Javon Walker's ouster in Denver, expect the Cowboys to move in on him soon. And they may be counting on him looking at Dallas.
Randy Moss is out there, but people inside the team have characterized a run at him as unlikely. They also haven't gotten in touch with guys out there on the secondary market, like Bryant Johnson of the Cardinals. Keep an eye on this one.
-- Running back is another position that looks like the Cowboys are taking their time on. Representatives for several free-agent backs told us this afternoon they hadn't heard from Dallas, and you can bet that Julius Jones is as good as gone.
This is another position that could be addressed in the draft without much of a hitch, as there's some depth at the position, though the top shelf prospects do seem to be rising on draft boards, which could put them all out of Dallas' reach.
