NFL News And Rumors: Playoffs //Super Bowl & Bye Week

Coachnorm · 01-25-2008, 08:36 PM

Suspended Bengals linebacker Odell Thurman expects to learn in a few weeks whether the NFL will reinstate him for next season, ending his two-year banishment. Thurman has applied for reinstatement and should know in mid-February whether commissioner Roger Goodell will allow him back in the game, agent Safarrah Lawson said.

ESPN - Bengals LB Thurman expects reinstatement decision in next few weeks - NFL

var8rfan · 01-25-2008, 09:34 PM

Donna Goodison, of Boston Herald, reports Kentucky Fried Chicken said it will donate $260,000 to a charity if a player from the New England Patriots or the New York Giants would do the wing-flapping dance for three seconds in the end zone during the Super Bowl to help with their national promotion. Brian McCarthy, a spokesperson for the NFL, said if a player does the dance, they may face a fine because KFC is not affiliated with the league. Rick Maynard, a spokesperson for KFC, said some agents have already contacted the company, and the company will contact players who will most likely get into the end zone.

...well...at least it's for charity

Coachnorm · 01-26-2008, 03:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by var8rfan

Donna Goodison, of Boston Herald, reports Kentucky Fried Chicken said it will donate $260,000 to a charity if a player from the New England Patriots or the New York Giants would do the wing-flapping dance for three seconds in the end zone during the Super Bowl to help with their national promotion. Brian McCarthy, a spokesperson for the NFL, said if a player does the dance, they may face a fine because KFC is not affiliated with the league. Rick Maynard, a spokesperson for KFC, said some agents have already contacted the company, and the company will contact players who will most likely get into the end zone.

...well...at least it's for charity

LOL, It could be worse, it could have been Burger king doing a Whopper promotion.

gmrcharity · 01-26-2008, 04:56 AM

The whopper will be how bad the Pats beat the Giants coach. Could be done with no fines haha.

Arctic Dawgs · 01-26-2008, 01:24 PM

Zorn may well regret hitchin up his wagon with these guys

ESPN - Redskins dismiss Williams, Saunders; promote Blache to lead defense - NFL

Things were finally looking stable for them

:trainwreck:

Coachnorm · 01-26-2008, 03:36 PM

The Jacksonville Jaguars added former New York Jets and Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Donnie Henderson to their staff Friday. Coach Jack Del Rio confirmed the hiring, but said Henderson's role on the defensive staff will be decided later.

Jags could still end up in the Greg Williams sweepstakes?

Jaguars hire defensive assistant Henderson to help replace Mike Smith

Arctic Dawgs · 01-26-2008, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coachnorm

Suspended Bengals linebacker Odell Thurman expects to learn in a few weeks whether the NFL will reinstate him for next season, ending his two-year banishment. Thurman has applied for reinstatement and should know in mid-February whether commissioner Roger Goodell will allow him back in the game, agent Safarrah Lawson said.

ESPN - Bengals LB Thurman expects reinstatement decision in next few weeks - NFL

Update

http://www.sportsline.com/nfl/story/10601434

and suing them at the same time

Arctic Dawgs · 01-26-2008, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nicholete

Davis wants Kifflin out? This situation is crazy.

ESPN - Raiders coach refuses to heed Davis' call to resign - NFL

Interesting sidenote to this. Reported during Senior Bowl by NFL Network that Kiffin did not wear any Raiders clothing during the week of practices or during the game. Only wore black Under Armour clothing. All other coaches wore Raiders clothing

var8rfan · 01-27-2008, 09:49 AM

Chargers/Saints | Teams to play in London in 2008
Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:14:40 -0800

Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports the San Diego Chargers will play the New Orleans Saints at Wembley Stadium in London Oct. 26, according to sources. The Chargers will be the away team for the game.

var8rfan · 01-27-2008, 09:54 AM

The Associated Press reports Oakland Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin said he hopes to remain with the team for 2008. Kiffin would not offer further comment on a report by ESPN that team owner Al Davis drew up a resignation later for him two weeks ago.

var8rfan · 01-27-2008, 03:35 PM

NFL | Franchise tag and transition tag prices for offensive players announced
Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:16:57 -0800

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Quarterbacks will carry a franchise tag of $10.73 million and a transition tag of $9.56 million. Offensive lineman will carry a franchise tag of $7.455 million and a transition tag of $6.895 million. Wide receivers will carry a franchise tag of $7.848 million and a transition tag of $6.872 million. Running backs will carry a franchise tag of $6.538 million and a transition tag of $5.699 million. Tight ends will carry a franchise tag of $4.522 million and a transition tag of $3.733 million.

NFL | Franchise tag and transition tag prices for defensive players announced
Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:17:46 -0800

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Defensive ends will carry a franchise tag of $8.879 million and a transition tag of $7.679 million. Cornerbacks will carry a franchise tag of $9.465 million and a transition tag of $7.659 million. Linebackers will carry a franchise tag of $8.065 million and a transition tag of $7.335 million. Defensive tackles will carry a franchise tag of $6.363 million and a transition tag of $5.654 million. Safeties will carry a franchise tag of $4.396 million and a transition tag of $3.893 million

NFL | Franchise tag and transition tag prices for special teams players announced
Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:18:32 -0800

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Punters and place kickers will carry a franchise tag of $2.514 million and a transition tag of $2.245 million.

Coachnorm · 01-27-2008, 05:32 PM

The Dallas Cowboys have received permission to talk with Jacksonville Jaguars' assistant head coach Dave Campo about a job as secondary coach.
Campo is believed to be the front-runner to fill the vacancy created when Todd Bowles departed last week to join the Miami Dolphins' staff as assistant head coach.

ESPN - Jags allow Cowboys to talk to former head coach Campo - NFL

Coachnorm · 01-27-2008, 05:35 PM

As their search for a head coach continues, the Washington Redskins will give Colts defensive coordinator Ron Meeks a second interview Tuesday in Indianapolis.
With defensive coordinator Gregg Williams being fired Saturday, Meeks and former New York Giants coach Jim Fassel are currently in the final two. It's possible, however, the Redskins could interview Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo after the Super Bowl.

ESPN - Redskins to give Colts D-coordinator Meeks a second interview - NFL

Coachnorm · 01-27-2008, 05:39 PM

The Washington Redskins, still without a head coach, promoted Scott Campbell to director of player personnel Sunday. Campbell, who has spent the past seven seasons with the Redskins, will oversee scouting at both the college and professional levels. He had previously led both college and professional recruiting.

ESPN - Campbell named Redskins' director of player personnel - NFL

Arctic Dawgs · 01-27-2008, 06:15 PM

Jerry Jones dealing for McFadden

ProFootballTalk.com -- The Best Pro Football Scoop on the Internet

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'BOYS TO MAKE A DEAL WITH THE FINS?
ESPN's Chris Mortensen suggested during a special edition of Sunday NFL Countdown that Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is eyeing the possibility of swinging a trade with the Dolphins for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2008 draft.
Such a deal would allow the 'Boys to bag running back Darren McFadden, who played college football at Jones' alma mater of Arkansas.
Per Mort, any such deal would have to include the rights to Cowboys running back Marion Barber, who is slated to be a restricted free agent. To make it happen, the Cowboys would have to work out a sign-and-trade deal before Barber gets a chance to ink an offer sheet that would force the Cowboys to match the terms or let him go in exchange for compensation. Thus, the safest bet for the 'Boys would be to tender Barber at the highest possible level, which would force any team that signs him to give up a first-round pick and a third-round pick. Those extra picks then could be used to sweeten the pot for the top spot in the draft.
And it's clear that the Cowboys are going to have to find a way to enhance the two first-rounders that they can offer up for the No. 1 pick. Under the revised draft order, the Cowboys pick at No. 22 (from Cleveland) and at No. 28. Under the trade chart, the No. 22 overall pick is worth 780 points and the No. 28 selection is worth 660 points. The No. 1 selection has a value of 3,000 points; thus, the Cowboys would be a whopping 1,560 points short.
Though the trade chart arguably needs to be adjusted to reflect the fact that the enormous financial investment that is now required when using the top pick makes the prospects of a move up even more fraught with risk, the Fins could justify the 1,560-point gap by placing that value on Barber, who coupled with Ronnie Brown could give Miami a deadly one-two punch in the backfield.
Some readers think that the framework for a deal is already in place, and was part of the unspoken understanding that allowed the Dolphins to have their way with the Dallas front office and coaching staff. If that's true it wouldn't surprise us. Jones surely covets McFadden, and our guess is that he is willing to do whatever is necessary to get him.

I think it's a crazy idea. Too much to give up. He should consult with Ditka on this one

Coachnorm · 01-27-2008, 06:36 PM

Interesting speculation, so Miami would get Barber and two first rounders. Or Barber goes elsewhere and Miami gets those picks also. There has been a lot of speculation about this in general but this is the first rumor that has possible specifics included.

Coachnorm · 01-28-2008, 08:19 AM

Mark Curnutte, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Bengals are considering using the 3-4 defense next season but have not made a decision. Last season, they used the 4-3 defense.

Rumorish at this point. But something for IDP leaguers to keep an eye on for a potential tweener.

gmrcharity · 01-28-2008, 01:08 PM

Ravens promoted defensive coordinator Rex Ryan to assistant head coach and signed him to a three-year contract worth $1.3-1.5 million annually.

gmrcharity · 01-28-2008, 01:11 PM

The NFL has given suspended LB Odell Thurman clearance to train and work out at the Bengals' training facility.

This is a strong indication that the league will let Thurman back in when he meets with commissioner Roger Goodell in two weeks, barring any slip-ups before then. It is also phenomenal news for the Bengals, who have had little luck on or off the field since Carson Palmer's postseason ACL tear

gmrcharity · 01-28-2008, 01:12 PM

The Washington Post believes NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci may be emerging as a strong candidate to be the Redskins' next head coach.

This isn't a report, but makes an awful lot of sense. Mariucci has strong ties to new defensive boss Greg Blache and teaches the West Coast offense Jim Zorn learned under Mike Holmgren. Redskins front office man Vinny Cerrato reportedly "loves" Mooch. Mariucci is believed to be interested in coaching again. The Redskins are not commenting on their lengthy search.

01-25-2008, 08:36 PM	#41
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	Bengals LB Odell Thurman Returning From Limbo? Suspended Bengals linebacker Odell Thurman expects to learn in a few weeks whether the NFL will reinstate him for next season, ending his two-year banishment. Thurman has applied for reinstatement and should know in mid-February whether commissioner Roger Goodell will allow him back in the game, agent Safarrah Lawson said. ESPN - Bengals LB Thurman expects reinstatement decision in next few weeks - NFL

01-26-2008, 01:24 PM	#45
Arctic Dawgs Outlaw Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vancouver Island B.C. Posts: 1,042 vCash: 13955 Donate	NFL News And Rumors: Playoffs //Super Bowl Bye Week Zorn may well regret hitchin up his wagon with these guys ESPN - Redskins dismiss Williams, Saunders; promote Blache to lead defense - NFL Things were finally looking stable for them :trainwreck:

01-27-2008, 05:32 PM	#52
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	Cowboys Court Campo The Dallas Cowboys have received permission to talk with Jacksonville Jaguars' assistant head coach Dave Campo about a job as secondary coach. Campo is believed to be the front-runner to fill the vacancy created when Todd Bowles departed last week to join the Miami Dolphins' staff as assistant head coach. ESPN - Jags allow Cowboys to talk to former head coach Campo - NFL

01-27-2008, 05:35 PM	#53
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	Colts Meeks Gets 2nd Interview for Redskins HC As their search for a head coach continues, the Washington Redskins will give Colts defensive coordinator Ron Meeks a second interview Tuesday in Indianapolis. With defensive coordinator Gregg Williams being fired Saturday, Meeks and former New York Giants coach Jim Fassel are currently in the final two. It's possible, however, the Redskins could interview Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo after the Super Bowl. ESPN - Redskins to give Colts D-coordinator Meeks a second interview - NFL

01-28-2008, 08:19 AM	#57
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	Bengals May Switch D Scheme. Mark Curnutte, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Cincinnati Bengals are considering using the 3-4 defense next season but have not made a decision. Last season, they used the 4-3 defense. Rumorish at this point. But something for IDP leaguers to keep an eye on for a potential tweener.

01-25-2008, 09:34 PM	#42
var8rfan A.D.I.D.A.S Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rocky Mount, VA Posts: 1,772 vCash: 5070 Donate	Donna Goodison, of Boston Herald, reports Kentucky Fried Chicken said it will donate $260,000 to a charity if a player from the New England Patriots or the New York Giants would do the wing-flapping dance for three seconds in the end zone during the Super Bowl to help with their national promotion. Brian McCarthy, a spokesperson for the NFL, said if a player does the dance, they may face a fine because KFC is not affiliated with the league. Rick Maynard, a spokesperson for KFC, said some agents have already contacted the company, and the company will contact players who will most likely get into the end zone. ...well...at least it's for charity

01-26-2008, 04:56 AM	#44
gmrcharity Outlaw Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 733 vCash: 246368 Donate	The whopper will be how bad the Pats beat the Giants coach. Could be done with no fines haha.

01-26-2008, 03:36 PM	#46
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	The Jacksonville Jaguars added former New York Jets and Detroit Lions defensive coordinator Donnie Henderson to their staff Friday. Coach Jack Del Rio confirmed the hiring, but said Henderson's role on the defensive staff will be decided later. Jags could still end up in the Greg Williams sweepstakes? Jaguars hire defensive assistant Henderson to help replace Mike Smith

01-27-2008, 09:49 AM	#49
var8rfan A.D.I.D.A.S Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rocky Mount, VA Posts: 1,772 vCash: 5070 Donate	Chargers/Saints \| Teams to play in London in 2008 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:14:40 -0800 Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports the San Diego Chargers will play the New Orleans Saints at Wembley Stadium in London Oct. 26, according to sources. The Chargers will be the away team for the game.

01-27-2008, 09:54 AM	#50
var8rfan A.D.I.D.A.S Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rocky Mount, VA Posts: 1,772 vCash: 5070 Donate	The Associated Press reports Oakland Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin said he hopes to remain with the team for 2008. Kiffin would not offer further comment on a report by ESPN that team owner Al Davis drew up a resignation later for him two weeks ago.

01-27-2008, 03:35 PM	#51
var8rfan A.D.I.D.A.S Premium Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Rocky Mount, VA Posts: 1,772 vCash: 5070 Donate	NFL \| Franchise tag and transition tag prices for offensive players announced Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:16:57 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Quarterbacks will carry a franchise tag of $10.73 million and a transition tag of $9.56 million. Offensive lineman will carry a franchise tag of $7.455 million and a transition tag of $6.895 million. Wide receivers will carry a franchise tag of $7.848 million and a transition tag of $6.872 million. Running backs will carry a franchise tag of $6.538 million and a transition tag of $5.699 million. Tight ends will carry a franchise tag of $4.522 million and a transition tag of $3.733 million. NFL \| Franchise tag and transition tag prices for defensive players announced Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:17:46 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Defensive ends will carry a franchise tag of $8.879 million and a transition tag of $7.679 million. Cornerbacks will carry a franchise tag of $9.465 million and a transition tag of $7.659 million. Linebackers will carry a franchise tag of $8.065 million and a transition tag of $7.335 million. Defensive tackles will carry a franchise tag of $6.363 million and a transition tag of $5.654 million. Safeties will carry a franchise tag of $4.396 million and a transition tag of $3.893 million NFL \| Franchise tag and transition tag prices for special teams players announced Sun, 27 Jan 2008 11:18:32 -0800 Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the prices for franchise tag players and transition tag players for the 2008 season have been announced. Punters and place kickers will carry a franchise tag of $2.514 million and a transition tag of $2.245 million.

01-27-2008, 05:39 PM	#54
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	The Washington Redskins, still without a head coach, promoted Scott Campbell to director of player personnel Sunday. Campbell, who has spent the past seven seasons with the Redskins, will oversee scouting at both the college and professional levels. He had previously led both college and professional recruiting. ESPN - Campbell named Redskins' director of player personnel - NFL

01-27-2008, 06:36 PM	#56
Coachnorm Bloggin' Outlaw Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 10,687 vCash: 121039 Donate Blog Entries: 6	Interesting speculation, so Miami would get Barber and two first rounders. Or Barber goes elsewhere and Miami gets those picks also. There has been a lot of speculation about this in general but this is the first rumor that has possible specifics included.

01-28-2008, 01:08 PM	#58
gmrcharity Outlaw Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 733 vCash: 246368 Donate	Ravens promoted defensive coordinator Rex Ryan to assistant head coach and signed him to a three-year contract worth $1.3-1.5 million annually.

01-28-2008, 01:11 PM	#59
gmrcharity Outlaw Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 733 vCash: 246368 Donate	The NFL has given suspended LB Odell Thurman clearance to train and work out at the Bengals' training facility. This is a strong indication that the league will let Thurman back in when he meets with commissioner Roger Goodell in two weeks, barring any slip-ups before then. It is also phenomenal news for the Bengals, who have had little luck on or off the field since Carson Palmer's postseason ACL tear

01-28-2008, 01:12 PM	#60
gmrcharity Outlaw Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 733 vCash: 246368 Donate	The Washington Post believes NFL Network analyst Steve Mariucci may be emerging as a strong candidate to be the Redskins' next head coach. This isn't a report, but makes an awful lot of sense. Mariucci has strong ties to new defensive boss Greg Blache and teaches the West Coast offense Jim Zorn learned under Mike Holmgren. Redskins front office man Vinny Cerrato reportedly "loves" Mooch. Mariucci is believed to be interested in coaching again. The Redskins are not commenting on their lengthy search.

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