NFL Jabber 6/11/07
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Monday, June 11, 2007
Friday, June 8, 2007
NFL Jabber 6/8/07
"This comes as a shocker to me," Poindexter said. "That's the thing that's so strange, that they've taken such an interest in this. Michael Vick is so big, I guess they want in, too. They want some of this limelight. It's like someone wants to make their bones (reputation) on this case."
Tom Brady is knocking his new WR's down a little bit. It sounds as if he doesn't want people to think these guys are going to "save" the Pats. If I was Tom and didn't like the spotlight on my personal life I would let them have it."You hear so much about the new guys, and I kind of take offense a little bit to the guys we had last year and how hard they worked," Brady said. "We were in the AFC Championship game. I think over the last half of the season we threw the ball pretty effectively, and Reche had the best year of his career, Jabar had one of the best years of his career, Troy [Brown] had a great year, Ben [Watson] had the best year of his career. So a lot of guys put in a lot of work last year.
"I think everyone thinks that we get all these new players and all of a sudden we're destined for these huge expectations, but that's not the way it works in football. You've got to go out and everybody's got to find a role and you've got to do the little things that you don't really recognize on TV."
"I must say the impatience the organization displayed in both encouraging me to rush back on the field last year and then rushing me out the door this year is disappointing," Culpepper said. "However, I understand that they have the right to make that business decision. It is now my turn to make some decisions."
Jerry Jones likes having a National Enquirer rep leading his team."We all want Tony to be everything he can be on the field," Jones said. "From my perspective, I like his colorfulness off the field. That is good for the Cowboys and good for football. There is an element here that is entertainment and you have to back it up with action. But if you are in my shoes, you are looking at the Cowboys franchise ... our role and where we are from an entertainment standpoint."
"My goal is 2,500 total yards from scrimmage," Jackson saidThursday. "And how I get it doesn't matter. But I want to get to that number."
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Sunday, June 3, 2007
NFL Jabber 6/3/07
Trent Green was up in the rotation to work with the first team at practice.
Cam Cameron is scoring points with the fans and players.''Cameron really gets into the community stuff a lot more than Saban did,'' linebacker Channing Crowder said at Friday night's Captain's Party at Miami Beach Marina. ``A lot more guys want to come out to these things. He brings out a lot more of the old players, makes it kind of a Dolphin family really.
``With Saban, it was much more about winning on the field. Cam runs a much better overall program and I think Cam is great for Miami.''
Drew Brees is taking notice of the strides Devery Henderson has made."It was funny because we watched some cut-ups today from last year's minicamp," Brees said. "You watch Devery then and when you watch Devery now and I think the way he carries himself and his confidence level and kind of what he's experienced over the last year I think he's such a better player now than he was last year. He continues to get better and he's still a young player. He can do so many great things for us. He's such a weapon."
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Friday, June 1, 2007
NFL Jabber 6/1/07
"I thought they looked good," coach Mike McCarthy said. "I mean, (Favre) just anticipates so well, and those are valuable reps for the younger players. You can see, one or two to James Jones, coming out of the break and the ball's there, those are the little things that you just can't get enough of, and I thought he threw the ball well.
"I think Aaron's throwing the ball extremely well. He's been throwing the ball well all spring, and now we've cut him loose medically. I'm very pleased with the progress he's made."
"As you guys can see, he's a physical specimen," quarterback Chad Pennington said with a laugh after the team's voluntary workouts Thursday. "He works extremely hard," Pennington said. "He's never the first guy out. He's always staying in there, doing a little extra. He's a true professional."
In real Mike Vick news...Air Tran is not going to renew his pitch contract.
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Thursday, May 31, 2007
NFL Jabber 5/31/07
Chad Johnson is going to be running for a good cause...against a horse.Cincinnati Bengals all-pro wide receiver Chad Johnson will race a horse at River Downs in Cincinnati, Ohio on Belmont Stakes Day, June 9, as a fund-raiser for Feed the Children, an Oklahoma City-based charity that provides food, medicine, clothing, and other necessities to children around the world. The race, billed as "man vs. beast," will be held on the turf course, with Johnson starting at the sixteenth pole and the horse, Restore the Roar, starting at the eighth pole.
400 plus touches is not enough for Larry Johnson in a season. They want to use him more catching the ball in 2007 as well (41 catches in 2006)."That's the next step in his development as a running back in this league: His ability to come out of the backfield running routes," Edwards said. "We need to get the ball to our backs a little more than we did last year."
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Tuesday, May 29, 2007
NFL Jabber 5/29/07
The "Left" Conspiracy and Michael Vick from Pacifist Viking.
Joey Harrington and his wife love Atlanta. Who could be leaving those dog fight schedules in Mike Vick's locker?
Mike Nolan's first draft class led the way in 2006.
Shawne Merriman "The Best?" Len Pastabelly thinks he is the guy to start a franchise with of all NFL players.
Cam Cameron wants to remind everyone that they used the #9 pick on a kick returned and not a WR as they await the arrival of Ted Ginn Jr. "He's allowed to have playbooks and that kind of stuff," Cameron said. "He's coming here as a returner first. He'll need to do a lot of studying for that. And then a receiver and he'll learn. Like I said, we've been through this with other guys."
"There were so many things -- you just can't pinpoint one or two,'' Chambers said after a weekend workout at the Dolphins' practice facility. ``But there was no chemistry. Nothing really ever connected. I've had a pretty good career until this point. I know I'm not coming off my best season. But with some of these changes, I'm going to be able to get back to doing what I normally do.''
Kevin Walter seems to have the #2 WR job in Houston.
Randy Hill at Fox Sports has his list of impact rookies.
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Monday, May 28, 2007
Mike Vick, Cult Leader!
First of all, Happy Memorial Day to everyone! Be safe!
I have not mentioned this Vick thing yet here in The Bloghouse. For one, people get plenty of it everywhere. For the other, I'm sick of talking and hearing about the idiots of the NFL. I guess I did mention when Clinton Portis opened his mouth and by the way, when I seen a snippet of video on ESPN this morning he did not appear to have the big evil belly laugh to go with what he said the way they made it appear in print. I did not see the whole bit though, he may have looked like Snidely Whiplash at some point.
Anyway...back to the babble. They had their black faced source and undercover cop on with a segment from "Outside the Lines." Here are some snippets from the interview with the source. When reading this use a deep, disguised, hard to understand voice in your head to get full effect..."He's a pit bull fighter," the source said of Vick. "He's one of the ones that they call 'the big boys': that's who bets a large dollar. And they have the money to bet large money. As I'm talking about large money -- $30,000 to $40,000 -- even higher. He's one of the heavyweights."
"I've fought dogs, I pitted them, I bred them and I've done everything with them," said the source of his three decades in dog fighting. He then went on to describe the scene from that night seven years ago, as he took his 42-pound dog into the pit (the area dogs fight in) to face off against Vick's dog. He says Vick did not get into the pit but had a member of his entourage handle his dog while Vick placed bets with the 20 or so people in attendance.
"Then he started, you know, waving money," the source said. "He was betting with everybody … He said he got $5,000. He said he's betting on his animal."
The story did swing into talking about how there is a list of several NFL players that are suspected of being involved in dog fighting...long black cloaks and kool-aid from the way they make it sound. This is a good point in the story where they could have went with more of the culture in the south that deems the fighting acceptable but chose to make it sound as if NFL players thought the thing up.
On a side note...the source is an idiot...
"Dog fighting is a very private thing," answers the source, who said that Vick was still involved in dog fighting as recently as last year. "It's all Pit Bull Men. It's close knit: you got your little boys, then you got your heavyweight boys. It's a completely different class … And now [that] it's all over the media, and you have to keep it more private."
The source said he consented to our interview to change people's perceptions about dog fighting because they have "the wrong idea" about it and should see "just one" match for themselves before judging it. "They'll let this other thing go -- what is it called? UFC [Ultimate Fighting Championship]?" he asked. "That is every bit as bad -- you know, that's terrible. But then you have thousands of people that cheer, rah, rah, and they really love that. You see guys get their heads busted, you know, and they get their arms messed up, their legs twisted almost off. But then they fuss over this here, is wrong."
"They shouldn't be really upset, OK?" he said. "Because it's only just an animal. It's just a dog that is raised up. He's put out there, you know, and he's chained up, OK. And the time he gets a certain age, this dog is going to want to fight. It is bred in him, OK? He knows what he is and he's going to fight. Just take him off the leash, let him go."
Small difference there...these guys choose to get in the cage. I'll repeat the same thing that Mixed Martial Arts backers are trying to get through thick skulls everywhere..."It's safer than boxing."
Anyway, back to the babble... I thought the Falcons response was a little comical.
Falcons spokesman Reggie Roberts responded via e-mail, "Michael was drafted by the Falcons in 2001. The allegations regarding him are still under investigation, and until we have facts related to the investigation, we are unable to respond further."
I think this is funny because the first thing stated is when Vick was drafted. Why? Because the video that is supposed to be out there that has Vick betting on dogs is from 2000. They want to get it out there ASAP that he was not a Falcon at the time. That is a little funny...isn't it?
Bottom line is Vick is no better than these other guys that are being suspended and I hope he gets his. Goodell has shown that you don't get grandfathered in to his new policy because the guys getting the spanking now had messed up before (and some after...idiots) the policy was in place. I back U.S. Rep. Tom Lantos (D-Calif.) on his stance with Vick in his letter to Goodell.
"The level of cruelty involved in exploiting animals to the point that 60 malnourished and injured dogs were removed from Mr. Vick's property is mind boggling," Lantos said."I will view anything less than the strongest repudiation of Mr. Vick's involvement as tacit support for this atrocious activity."
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Monday, April 23, 2007
Peterson could make 1/2 of scary duo
Last season the Saints had no choice but to take Reggie Bush when he fell to the #2 spot the night before the draft. Bush made the perfect sidekick to Deuce McAllister in the new Saints offense. The pairing worked perfectly because Bush did not take away from the bread and butter running of Deuce. He was used more to spell McAllister, decoy, and in the passing game.
This season a team that seems to have their #1 running back could face a decision if Adrian Peterson falls to them. Peterson is a different type of RB but teams are leaning more toward the running back by committee approach. Peterson has been projected to go anywhere from 3# to the Browns all the way to #12 with the Bills. The reason for the big gap is that many of those teams appear to be set, or at least manageable at the RB position. Let's have a look at what kind of pairings could develop if someone did pull the trigger. (No, I'm not always addressing teams needs, I'm talking about if it were to happen.)
Raiders
With the glaring needs in other positions it won't happen. Beyond the other needs, the signing of Dominic Rhoads and the current starter LaMont Jordan would make it too crowded.
Lions
It could have happened here but the Lions went out and got T.J. Duckett and Tatum Bell to carry the rock while Kevin Jones is recovering.
Browns
Easily the first place it could happen. Don't let the Jamal Lewis signing fool you. He is not the long term, or possibly even the short term answer. It may be the perfect situation for Peterson to share the load with Lewis in his first season. Many rookie RB's run out of gas toward the end of their first season.
Bucs
This would be a long shot since the Bucs have Caddy Williams on the squad and he was picked just two years ago. Granted, he had somewhat of a bomb of a season last year but two top 5 RB's in three drafts isn't likely. It could make for a nice pairing though.
Cardinals
The Edge would not be happy but this is a tasty scenerio as well. James is getting older but thinks he is going to play forever so it wouldn't make for a pretty locker room. If they got past that though you could have another reason to think this will be the breakout year for the Cards offense.
Redskins
Another crowded backfield. The Skins like Ladell Betts but could move him on draft day if they wanted to make room for Peterson. Don't think it will happen but Peterson and Portis would make a nice pairing.
Vikings
This is actually another projected spot for Peterson to fall. Chester Taylor had a decent season but he isn't the home run hitting franchise back that Peterson will be. The Vikings have not had THE guy since Robert Smith retired.
Falcons
Jerious Norwood had a decent rookie campaign last season. Peterson coming to Atlanta would give them the significant threat at the position though. They say they want to pound the ball and this could do it.
Dolphins
Like the Bucs, you don't take two RB's in the top 10 in three years. Pairing Peterson with Ronnie Brown could be interesting. Ricky Williams coming back could make for a crowded backfield but trading him away could make room for Peterson. Longest shot since the raiders in my eyes.
Texans
Another landing spot for Peterson on many mock drafts. Like the Browns, the Texans went out and got an RB in free agency in Ahman Green. Call me crazy but I think that Kubiak guy has been know to use more than one RB in Denver. I would love to see this be the place for Peterson to fall and that is because I want to see the Texans succeed.
49'ers
Frank Gore came out like a warrior last season. Not a logical choice at all but what a scary duo it would make .
Bills
No team needs Peterson more than the Bills. McGahee is gone and Anthony Thomas has not been the answer since his rookie season. The Bills would be blessed if Peterson somehow fell this far.
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Friday, April 20, 2007
NFL Jabber 4/20/07
Picture this...Your tired on defense, it's the 4th quarter. The Rams decide to spell Steven Jackson a little bit...in comes a fresh Ricky Williams for you to slow down. If Scott Linehan got his way that may just be what teams face this season. "I would have to look into it a little bit more,'' Linehan said during a pre-draft news conference with St. Louis reporters. ``But based on how he played and the kind of person he was to be around, I would certainly consider it, and I'd fight for him.''
Rams Coach, Scott Linehan, thinks that Ted Ginn Jr. can make the defense better in St. Louis. "I promise you, if a player like Ted Ginn or any other player creates field position, or changes the scoreboard and makes it a 14-point lead for the Rams, our run defense is going to get a lot better," he said. "Because the team we're playing is going to be throwing. To me that's a logical way of looking at it."
Causing speculation, the Chiefs are interviewing RB prospects for next weeks draft.
The Saints can blow their draft options wide open if the Colts don't match the offer sheet given to CB Jason David.
The Saints added another LB via free agency this week as well, sighing Trev Faulk.
With no teams beating down his door, Corey Dillon is looking at retirement again.
Mel Kiper thinks the Falcons could make the move of the draft by going to #2 to get Calvin Johnson. "The Atlanta Falcons have an option," Kiper said. "They are eighth. Do they move up to No. 2 to try to get Calvin Johnson? If Atlanta could get him, it would be one of the coups of the draft."
"Michael Vick on third down, he's errant with his throws or he has throws dropped," Kiper said. "Either way, it's a drive-killer. ... If they had Calvin Johnson, a big target with the hands and the skill level, all of sudden that would help out that offense dramatically for [coach] Bobby Petrino."
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Tuesday, April 17, 2007
NFL Jabber 4/17/07
Virginia Tech alum, Michael Vick and DeAngelo Hall shared thoughts on the VA. Tech shootings yesterday.
Just to show how little is going on in the NFL, headlines for the Bengals are fronted by Chris Henry paying $30 to get his drivers license back.
Let the curse talk begin...Vince Young will grace the cover of Madden this year.
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Saturday, April 14, 2007
NFL Jabber 4/14/07
Al Wilson has been cut loose in Denver. Shame.
"My time is up as a Bronco," the eight-year veteran said. "It's time to move forward and try something else. You have to do what's best for your organization, just like a Fortune 500 company. Sometimes you have to let good employees go."
A sense of humor can go a long way in any field. Ken Whisenhunt cracked me up with a comment after the first practices in AZ.
"I don't know where to stand on the field," Whisenhunt said of the first of two practices Friday. "It's exciting, but it's different."
As practices start for Miami, the time is now for Daunte Culpepper to get a head start on the QB job. He however is not participating in mini-camp since his latest surgery.
Anthony Wright is the newest New York Giant. Wright agreed to a two-year deal.
David Carr has drive again in Charlotte. I really hope this guy gets his chance to show he can play on a different team.
"Honestly in the last five years we haven't had much spark. If we were stuck in the forest it would be hard to light a fire with what we had going on.'' "It's funny, the day I was signed by Carolina, I was throwing balls the next day. I've never done that before,'' Carr said. "I was out there throwing a ball for two or three hours and I couldn't really explain it except I was excited to get a new opportunity and a chance to show what I can do.''
The Texans are looking in their backyard for a backup QB. University of Houston Alum Kevin Kolb will meet with the team before the draft.
Keith Brooking has said before that he isn't a MLB...the Falcons tell him he is.
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Monday, April 9, 2007
NFL Jabber 4/9/07
Former Browns offensive threat, Greg Pruitt, has a Jr. that will be working out in Cleveland next weekend.
"I think he's just as good as I was at this point," said the elder Pruitt, 55. "I was 5-9¾ and 175 pounds when I came to the Browns," Pruitt said. "I guess the heaviest I ever played was 192 - before the game. After the game, I was like 180. My son is 5-9 and 210."
Joey Harrington will back up Michael Vick in Atlanta.
Funny quote on "falcons vent" on AJC.
"I think Richard Simmons would have more fun at a strip joint than Calvin would have being Vick's reciever."
John Murphy at Yahoo! Sports gives his list of the top five rising stocks in this months draft. On top of the list is Stanford QB Trent Edwards.
1. Stanford senior quarterback Trent Edwards
The 6-foot-4, 224-pound athletic passer rebounded from a season-ending right foot injury to post 40-yard times in the 4.75 range. He then wowed scouts and quarterback coaches with his quick, compact delivery; overall accuracy; and deep ball during workouts. In fact, even some of the all-time best talent evaluators of this position weighed in following his pro day.
Adrian Peterson knows it's a good thing to be compared to Eric Dickerson.
“Man, being compared to Eric Dickerson, that’s crazy,” Peterson said at the combine. “He’s one of the greatest running backs. It’s an honor to be compared to him.”
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Saturday, April 7, 2007
NFL Jabber 4/7/07
The Dolphins are expected to go after Trent Green again now that David Carr has signed with the Panthers.
Ricky Williams agent, Leigh Steinberg, says he is ready to return to the NFL. Williams has applied for reinstatement this week.
Pacman could lose $182K per game with a suspension.
The Panthers are offering up DT Kris Jenkins as trade bait.
The Falcons are considering Joey Harrington for their backup QB spot. This would ensure that Michael Vick can do nothing to lose the QB job in Atlanta.
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Tuesday, March 27, 2007
PFT TURD WATCH Update
What's missing from this picture? The NFC East has goose eggs all around! Keeping with the East Coast theme...the AFC East would have a score of Zero as well if Joey Porter could handle losing at Black Jack better.
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