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Houshmandzadeh OUT Due to Surgery

Posted: 01 May 2010 03:59 AM PDT

According to Danny O’Neil of the Seattle Times, starting wide receiver TJ Houshmandzadeh was not available for practice yesterday and will miss the remainder of the three-day minicamp due to a surgery he had last week in Philadelphia.

The procedure was to work on a sports hernia he suffered last year.

“He should be back in a couple of weeks from now,” said coach Pete Caroll via O’Neil.

For a full listing of players that missed Friday’s first day of minicamp, click here.

More trouble for Jets and former Steelers WR Santonio Holmes

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 07:18 PM PDT


In just another case of off the field issues for now New York Jets and former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Santonio Holmes, the site Celebrity Justice reports that Holmes was pulled off a flight last night in Pittsburgh for creating a disturbance with something to do with his IPod:

New York Jets wideout Santonio Holmes, who has a history of legal trouble ranging from domestic violence to marijuana possession and who is currently suspended for the first four games of the regular season, was met by local police upon deplaning from a flight at Pittsburgh International Airport last night, after reportedly creating a disturbance by refusing to comply with the flight crew's instructions concerning ipod use on board the aircraft.

The site goes on to talk about all the issues that Holmes has had since his days in the NFL and even before, and while the Steelers only got a 5th round pick for him, now maybe it’s making more sense as to why no team was really willing to give the Steelers anything more than that. If nothing else, it seems the Jets will have their hands filled with Holmes once he’s finally able to take the field.

New Eminem song mentions issues of Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 06:14 PM PDT


In the ‘there’s not much real news so let’s throw this up’ piece of the day, rapper Eminem evidently is looking for some headlines as he mentioned the issues Ben Roethlisberger is having in a new song called “Despicable.”

Eminem mentions Ben Roethlisberger in his latest song: “Despicable.” The million-selling rapper refers to the Steelers’ troubled quarterback in explicit lyrics and with the lines, “I’d rather turn this club into a bar room brawl. Get as rowdy as Roethlisberger in a bathroom stall.” While Eminem is releasing a new album called “Recovery,” the song referencing Roethlisberger will not be included. The song was posted at a website co-founded by Eminem’s manager.

If you want to actually hear the song, “Despicable” is currently streaming at Rapradar.com, a site run by Em’s manager.

Chicago hires former Seahawks GM Tim Ruskell as director of player personnel

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:53 PM PDT


The Bears have themselves a new director of player personnel, as today the Bears announced the hiring of former Seahawks GM Tim Ruskell:

The long-rumored hiring of former Seattle Seahawks general manager Tim Ruskell finally became reality Friday when the Chicago Bears announced he is the director of player personnel. Joining the Bears with 23 seasons of experience, Ruskell played a role in two teams — the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Seattle — advancing to the Super Bowl, and three — Tampa Bay, Seattle and the Atlanta Falcons — making it to the NFC Championship Game. Ruskell served the past five seasons as president of football operations and general manager of the Seahawks. “Getting back to what I love: personnel,” Ruskell said when asked what excites him most about the move. “[It's] my first love and my expertise, it’s what I enjoy doing the most of all the things I’ve done in the National Football League. Just getting back into that big-time, and working with these guys, that’s what excites me the most.”

Lions appear to be shutting the door on Adam “Pacman” Jones

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:45 PM PDT


There’s been a lot of talk as of late about where Adam “Pacman” Jones may end up, and for awhile the Lions appeared to be in the running. MLive.com reports though the team no longer seems to feel that Jones is in their plans, as they are moving on without thoughts of inking him.

Detroit Lions general manager Martin Mayhew is fond of saying he’s a man who likes to keep his options open, and that’s why the Lions aren’t slamming the door completely shut on Pacman Jones. However, according to sources close to the situation, the Lions have no plans to sign Jones in the foreseeable future. Jones is an unrestricted free-agent cornerback who has been out of football since 2008.

Jones will land somewhere in the NFL in 2010, and a couple teams including the 49′ers still have their eyes on him as a possible stop gap at corner.

Vikings QB Brett Favre talks about his bum ankle

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:41 PM PDT

This morning was highlighted by a story from ESPN that we mentioned earlier which talked about Brett Favre needing surgery on his ankle.

Favre was apparently not happy with some assumptions that this article created int he minds of football fans and took to his official website to clarify matters.  Here is the full text:

I want to add to the information provided in the article that was published this morning on ESPN's website. Given the reaction to the article, and the typical conclusion jumping, I thought I'd clarify a few things.

While my ankle has been bothering me, the injury is not debilitating. For example, I'm able to work around my property without any problems. Sure – certain exercises cause some ankle pain, but it's nothing that I haven't experienced (or played with) before. In fact, many people don't realize that I injured my ankle before the NFC Championship game. I've had surgery on this ankle twice before, and I've played with the pain before. The hits I took throughout the 2009 season, including the Saints game, just added to the ankle pain and likely caused some bone spurs.

I don't believe major surgery on the ankle would be required for me to return in 2010. I've consulted with Dr. Andrews on the phone, and a relatively minor procedure could be done to improve the dexterity of the ankle, and to relieve the pain. I've put up with pain worse than this in my career, and I didn't want anyone to assume that the possibility of surgery was the sole factor that would determine whether I return or not. Some people reacting to the ESPN story have made this assumption. I don't blame them for doing so, given that the term "surgery" often covers a variety of procedures, some more complex than others.

The ankle pain is a factor, but one of many factors that I'll need to consider in making my decision. Other factors include the input of my family, and the wonderful experience that I had last year with the Vikings.

– Brett Favre

So, in other words, Favre's ankle hurts but only sort of and it may or may not be a part of his decision making process when it comes to un-re-re-un-re-un-retiring again.

Raiders and DE Richard Seymour working on a long term deal

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:26 PM PDT

ESPN reports today that the Raiders are chatting with Richard Seymour about a deal that could keep him in the Black Hole for a long time:

Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable said the team is working on a long-term deal with defensive end Richard Seymour. Seymour is an exclusive rights franchise player but has not signed his tender and he is not at the first day of Oakland’s mandatory minicamp Friday. Signing Seymour to a long-term deal is of immense importance to Oakland, they gave up its No. 1 pick in next year’s draft to acquire him from New England last September.

Miami to take a look at former Patriot LB Adalius Thomas?

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:23 PM PDT

While the Dolphins lost out on Jason Taylor, as he left to go to the Jets, they may have a former Patriot coming to the team, as the Miami Herald reports the team could look at just released LB Adalius Thomas.

Adalius Thomas may want bigtime dollars now that he’s on the market, and that might take Miami out of the mix. But if Thomas indeed wants to play the New England Patriots twice this season as is rumored, and if he is willing to play for a reasonable salary, he might make sense for the Dolphins.

Ravens offense turning the corner with stars and weapons

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:17 PM PDT

Offense adds playmakers

When QB Joe Flacco lines up under center this coming season he'll have some additional weapons at his disposal.

Remember last year? Fans were screaming for the Ravens to draft a playmaker. Depth at Tight End was dismal and Derrick Mason was getting boxed out of games with double coverage. Now heading into the upcoming season options are there, take a look at how the roster is shaping up for the team.

The "Go To" Guys, Plus

The "go to" guys are running backs Ray Rice, LeRon McClain, Willis McGahee, Tight end Todd Heap, and receivers Derrick Mason and Mark Clayton. That's already a dynamic list of offensive players and they will continue to be a huge part of the offense.

Now add the new acquisitions, receivers Anquan Boldin and Dante Stallworth, along with the recently drafted Tight Ends Ed Dickson and Dennis Pitta. The team has doubled its efforts to obtain playmakers with much needed depth at both the receiver and tight end positions.

5 for Flacco

The draft also brought WR David Reed into the mix.  Reed will compete with Demetrius Williams and Marcus Smith (coming off injured reserve) for the fifth receiver spot.  Three receivers added and two tight ends, a total of 5.  We may or may not see all the rookies get substantial playing time, even so it demonstrates the team is serious about having additional playmakers for Flacco.

Cardinals offensive line remains a big question mark

Posted: 30 Apr 2010 05:11 PM PDT

Darren Urban posted a great blog on the Cards' official website regarding the Cardinals' first day of minicamp today (Friday).  The Cardinals have two practices on Friday, two on Saturday, and one Sunday morning.

Of all the onfield issues currently swirling through the Tempe complex, I agree with Urban that offensive line is the most intriguing.  With Fancea on board, there's just so many ways that the team could go in compiling the starting five.  The Cardinals coaching staff continues to stress that it's an open competition with Russ Grim saying recently "we will play the best five."  It's seems more accurate, however, to say that they're looking for the best two left after LT Levi Brown, LG Alan Faneca, and C Lyle Sendlein.  Whether the right side will include Brandon Keith, Deuce Lutui (still hasn't signed tender), Reggie Wells, Herman Johnson or Rex Hadnot remains to be seen, but that's a lot of people fighting for two spots.  My money is on Lutui at RG and Brandon Keith at RT.

The other "storyline" I'm anxious to see played out is how quickly Dan Williams and Daryl Washington (the top two draft picks) will crack the starting lineup.  On paper, Gabe Watson and Paris Lenon are the likely starters at nose tackle and weak side inside linebacker respectively.  Make no mistake, however, the Cardinals want Williams and Washington to force themselves into the starting lineup and I suspect they will be given the opportunity to do so; when is a trickier question.  It will be interesting to see how Whisenhunt will treat the rookies, knowing how the head coach likes the make first year guys earn every snap.

Urban points out that the cornerback situation is also worth noting.  With McFadden thankfully gone, it's clearly time for Greg Toler to step up and own the starting position opposite DRC.  If Toler struggles, however, the defense could be in trouble.  Despite a lot of bodies at the position, there isn't much legitimate starting talent after DRC and Toler.  If DRC gets injured or Toler doesn't pan out, the team may find itself chasing down a veteran free agent at some point.

Finally, Urban makes note of the quarterback situation.  Honestly, there isn't much to say here that hasn't been said before.  Leinart's the starter and no one knows exactly what he's going to bring to the table.  If he falters, Derek Anderson will be licking his chops, ready to step in.  Also, I'm interested to see how John Skelton looks lined up with NFL talent coming from a school like Fordham.

  • Faneca's radio interview on XTRA Sports 910 (Phoenix), if you're so inclined

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