Archive for May 2013

Texans Antonio Smith on heading into final year of contract:"I told them I wanted 2 be here & I wanted to spend the rest of my career here"
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) May 30, 2013

"I'm going to continue to attack this like I'm going to play this year," Spence said after watching another spring practice Wednesday. "I'm in meetings and preparing as if I'm practicing. I'm just going to continue to get better and I'm looking forward to the season."

CB Quentin Jammer signs with Broncos, per source with knowledge.
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) May 29, 2013

Per source, Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will need back surgery. Tentatively set for mid-June. He'll likely miss at least part of camp.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) May 29, 2013

“I’m not really going to talk contracts,” Raji said. “Obviously, the Packers are a great organization and I’m sure they’ll do right by me. I’ll leave it at that.”

Today's JaMarcus Russell update: He's down to 265 pounds. He began his latest comeback at 315. Still work to be done. #progress
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 28, 2013

Coach Allen said D.J. Hayden will miss remainder of #Raiders offseason workouts and practices, but Hayden should be back for training camp.
— Steve Corkran (@CorkOnTheNFL) May 28, 2013

Airan Foster carted off practice field with ice around his calf.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) May 28, 2013

Kubiak said foster strainedcalf muscle
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) May 28, 2013

“This has always been a smart organization about letting guys go when they feel like they don't have what's left to be here,” Clark said. “So we'll see. But I want to finish my career here. I've found a home here.”

From Total Access: While Victor Cruz is in talks with #Giants, Hakeem Nicks is in no hurry to ramp up talks. He'd be OK waiting for post-'13
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 27, 2013

“I’ve thought about that and yeah, I would be comfortable with that,” Griffin said after Thursday’s offseason practice at Redskins Park. “That’s all I can say. I have no control over whether I play in the preseason or not. I would be comfortable running out of the tunnel at FedEx Field with the smoke and everything.”

“Best-case scenario would have been that we would have never gotten to this point,” Allen said. “Best-case scenario would have been the organization would have gotten something done [on an extension] a few years back. Well ya know what? That’s not the case. And I understand it. … I’m just happy I’m in a spot where both sides are honoring the contract.”

#Falcons have expressed interest in Richard Seymour in the past. That's the closest team to where he lives But there is nothing serious now
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 24, 2013

“It’s precautionary, we’re holding [Richardson] out,” Chudzinski said. “We’ve got minicamp in a week and a half. He may miss that. I’m not sure we’ll just play it day by day.”

“The knee feels great,” Griffin said. “I’m able to do all the stuff out there without any hesitation, so that’s the best part about it. I’m excited about that. It’s all about having that confidence, and if you put the work in you’ll have that confidence when you get back out there on the field. It’s about playing like you were never injured.”

Jim Harbaugh tells media @kingcrab15 has torn Achilles tendon but has had successful surgery. Crabtree not expected to miss full season.
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) May 22, 2013

Max Starks just added via text to me that he is going to San Diego on a , "one year deal." #Chargers
— Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) May 21, 2013

On Charles Woodson's new deal with #Raiders: I'm told it's for one year. $4.3M max. $1M base. A win-win.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 22, 2013

“Well, it hurts,” joked Carroll. “You could ask him about it. The plantar fascia thing is a real uncomfortable thing. You just have to wait it out. It’s something that you can come back from. It’s not a problem. But you just have to wait it out. He’s real anxious to go, and he’s doing very well in his rehab. And he runs some this week for the first time. So it will take another couple weeks at least.”

“My return is right around the corner, so that’s a good feeling,” Cushing said on Monday after the Texans’ first practice of OTAs. “I can definitely tell you I’ll be ready for the first game of the season, and I’m pretty sure I’ll be ready for the first practice come training camp.”

Good news for #Gronk: He's out of surgery with new plates. As hoped, the infection is gone. No fifth surgery on the forearm, per source
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 20, 2013

Calvin Johnson confirmed that he played with broken fingers last season. Said he's been trying to straighten them out. No offseason surgery
— Chris McCosky (@cmccosky) May 20, 2013

Source: #Chargers have an agreement in principle for a 2-year deal with Dwight Freeney
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 18, 2013

On Gronk: Had heard he's battling "chronic" back pain and the Patriots were looking into it. This developments explains it.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 17, 2013

“Right now there’s nothing new on the contract,” Dimitroff said. “Understand that he will be here. We will get this done and we would prefer to have this done sooner than later.”

From Total Access: #Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski's 4th surgery is imminent, I'm told. Plan is for Monday. Took X-Rays, was examined yesterday
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 16, 2013

Patriots "expect" Gronk to be ready for camp. But do not know for sure. Doctors will examine forearm Monday, see if infection has persisted
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 16, 2013

Just received another Charles Woodson update:"The Giants have just put their toe in the water again for Charles Woodson." --Carl Poston.
— Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) May 16, 2013

Text from Garrard: "Having to call it quits. My knee is not holding up. Continuing to swell after practices. Limiting what I can do."
— Adam Schein (@AdamSchein) May 15, 2013

To answer the questions: Yes, #Chargers are very interested in pass-rusher Dwight Freeney after Ingram went down. He visits SD tomorrow.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 15, 2013

On #Giants/Victor Cruz: I'm told next few days are extremely important. But Giants do view him as more than a slot WR, value-wise.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 15, 2013

Melvin Ingram sustained a torn ACL in his left knee during OTA practice today. No other information was released.
— San Diego Chargers (@chargers) May 15, 2013

Charles Woodson's agent Carl Poston also told me the #Raiders just sent him an initial offer for Woodson as well.
— Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) May 14, 2013

Woodson expected to visit the Broncos soon, possibly this week.
— Vic Lombardi (@VicLombardi) May 14, 2013

Former Cowboys running back Felix Jones reached agreement on a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 14, 2013

Former Colts tackle Winston Justice scheduled to arrive in San Diego today for visit with Chargers.
— Michael Gehlken (@UTgehlken) May 13, 2013

From Total Access: Expect Dwight Freeney to start taking visits next week. I'm told 4-5 teams interested as his market heats up.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 10, 2013

Josh Cribbs remains in demand. After meeting with Raiders, Jets and Giants this week, he's on to Detroit next.
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) May 9, 2013

"I am surprised because I don't think there's any question in anybody's mind whether or not I can play football," Woodson said. "So, my issue is, you know I can play football, why am I not on a team, why haven't I had more visits? I'm kind of surprised by it."

“The toe is ready to go,” Lee said. “I’m pretty much 100 percent. I’ll be going through all the OTAs and it’s getting better and better every week. Other than some soreness after practice, I’m pretty much 100 percent.”

“I’m doing great,” Griffin said. “Knee feels fine. It’s about taking it slow. Each day is a better day.”

Veteran OT Max Starks is visiting the #Chargers today, I'm told. Still looking for a tackle after Bryant McKinnie went back to Baltimore
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 8, 2013

Ex #Browns WR Josh Cribbs (knee) is healthy and several teams interested. Bn told that espn rumor abt him possibly returning to Cle not true
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) May 8, 2013

Matt Russell said Broncos "confident" about getting long-term deal done for Ryan Clady. "We want him here," he said.
— Lindsay Jones (@bylindsayhjones) May 7, 2013

Cowboys free-agent RB Felix Jones worked out today for the Philadelphia Eagles, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 7, 2013

From TA: I'm told #Ravens haven't made a decision on Rolando McClain's future. DeCosta's comments on 2nd chances were about original signing
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 7, 2013

There's still a real chance the #Ravens end up moving on from Rolando McClain. They protected themselves salary-wise. No guaranteed money.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 7, 2013

"I've had a couple of text conversations with Richard, and he definitely wants to play," Wyche said.

Titans are discussing the possibility of signing former Falcons DE John Abraham to a deal that could be done this week.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 6, 2013

Cardinals player Daryl Washington arrested and booked into jail on 2 cts agg assault. #FOX10
— Mia Garcia (@miagarciafox10) May 3, 2013

From TA: #Raiders GM Reggie McKenzie told me Matt Flynn is "going into this offseason as the presumed starter." But sounds very open.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) May 2, 2013

Mark Sanchez on whether he thinks he will be the starter this season: "Sure, no doubt. Of course."
— Bob Glauber (@BobGlauber) May 2, 2013