Quarterback Kyle Orton wearing run on the field confidently though the players behind him is Brady Quinn, Chris Simms. Kyle Orton said he values his biggest competition now as himself.
He has been in the team for only one year. He arrived the team on April 2, 2009. He is confident he will be able to improve in his second year as the team's starting quarterback. Orton said he had never back down from competition so it won't really change his mindset going into the season at all. He only focused on getting that offense whaere it needs to go. Coach Josh McDaniels has said that Orton remains the starter despite the acquisition of Quinn in a trade with Cleveland last month.
As the top receiver from 2009, free agent Brandon Marshall was out of the team for workouts and it seems impossible that Marshall will be a Broncon in 2010. Orton believed he can take his leadership to a whole new level.
2010年4月13日星期二
2010年4月12日星期一
Brewer was the most improved award in the team
Corey Brewer with timberwolves jersey became the only one positive topic to talk about.
The Timberwolves have tied their franchise record with 16 straight losses, a dubious streak they’ll try to stop Wednesday night against the Sacramento Kings. One bright spot in this dismal season, however, has been the performance of Brewer, their skinny, speedy shooting guard. The team’s public relations department revealed Tuesday a light-hearted, medium-roasted push for Brewer to win the NBA’s Most Improved Player award.
He needed more time on the floor to get his rhythm down.
The Timberwolves have tied their franchise record with 16 straight losses, a dubious streak they’ll try to stop Wednesday night against the Sacramento Kings. One bright spot in this dismal season, however, has been the performance of Brewer, their skinny, speedy shooting guard. The team’s public relations department revealed Tuesday a light-hearted, medium-roasted push for Brewer to win the NBA’s Most Improved Player award.
He needed more time on the floor to get his rhythm down.
2010年3月31日星期三
Chris Cook working out for the Vikings
According to an NFL source with knowledge of the situation, players with vikings jerseys will played with Chris Cook as a a private workout.
Over the past week, Cook has also had private workouts with the New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins. Cook was sick before his recent Pro Day workout and visited a doctor for flu-like symptoms 36 hours before his NFL audition, according to a league source. Cook drew criticism from NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock for getting "winded" during his positional drills with SI.com’s Tony Pauline writing that NFL coaches had to coax cook to pick up the tempo.
Per our source, Cook didn’t make excuses for his lack of energy and breathing issue and didn’t want to not work out because he wasn’t 100 percent.
Over the past week, Cook has also had private workouts with the New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins. Cook was sick before his recent Pro Day workout and visited a doctor for flu-like symptoms 36 hours before his NFL audition, according to a league source. Cook drew criticism from NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock for getting "winded" during his positional drills with SI.com’s Tony Pauline writing that NFL coaches had to coax cook to pick up the tempo.
Per our source, Cook didn’t make excuses for his lack of energy and breathing issue and didn’t want to not work out because he wasn’t 100 percent.
2010年3月30日星期二
Darren Sproles reports for duty
Darren Sproles with chargers jersey showed much up for the team's voluntary offseason training program.
The restricted free agent isn’t required to report, so this is a positive sign in the wake of San Diego assigning the high tender to Sproles. Since Sproles hasn’t signed with the deadline not until April 15 for teams to sign restricted free agents to offer sheets, he likely is participating under an injury waiver. The team also announded that Philip Rivers, Jacques Cesaire, Jeromey Clary and Donald Strickland were in attendance.
It's still uncertain if other players who received the high tender are attending workouts.
The restricted free agent isn’t required to report, so this is a positive sign in the wake of San Diego assigning the high tender to Sproles. Since Sproles hasn’t signed with the deadline not until April 15 for teams to sign restricted free agents to offer sheets, he likely is participating under an injury waiver. The team also announded that Philip Rivers, Jacques Cesaire, Jeromey Clary and Donald Strickland were in attendance.
It's still uncertain if other players who received the high tender are attending workouts.
2010年3月27日星期六
Sean Canfield works out for Raiders
Oregon State quarterback Sean Canfield will wear raiders jersey for conducting a private workout for Raiders this week in Calif according to an NFL source with knowlege of the situation.
The 6-foot-3, 222-pounder ran the 40-yard dash in 4.93 seconds at the NFL scouting combine, also registering a 29 1/2 inch vertical leap and an 8-4 broad jump. At his Pro Day workout, Canfield impressed NFL scouts with his accuracy and throwing motion.
The workout was attended by Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski and 19 other NFL teams.
Canfield has been projected anywhere from the middle rounds to the seventh round by draft analysts.
The 6-foot-3, 222-pounder ran the 40-yard dash in 4.93 seconds at the NFL scouting combine, also registering a 29 1/2 inch vertical leap and an 8-4 broad jump. At his Pro Day workout, Canfield impressed NFL scouts with his accuracy and throwing motion.
The workout was attended by Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski and 19 other NFL teams.
Canfield has been projected anywhere from the middle rounds to the seventh round by draft analysts.
2010年3月26日星期五
Leon Washington's agent responds to comments
The agent for running back Leon Washington with jets jersey responded to coach Rex Ryan's criticism of Washington rehabbing his broken leg on Florida instead of the Jets' training facility.
"Leon is a bit taken back about the reports of him taking a reduced role in 2010, especially since we are 4 months from the opening of camp," Keels wrote in an e-mail to the New York Daily News. "However, Leon is focused on rehab right now so that he can be the dynamic player in 2010 that he has always been.
"How the Jets plan to use him is totally up to the coaching staff, he just wants to be totally prepared for whatever his role will be. Leon has always been a team player and that isn’t going to stop now. Coaches tend to find a way to utilize a guy with his play making ability."
"Leon is a bit taken back about the reports of him taking a reduced role in 2010, especially since we are 4 months from the opening of camp," Keels wrote in an e-mail to the New York Daily News. "However, Leon is focused on rehab right now so that he can be the dynamic player in 2010 that he has always been.
"How the Jets plan to use him is totally up to the coaching staff, he just wants to be totally prepared for whatever his role will be. Leon has always been a team player and that isn’t going to stop now. Coaches tend to find a way to utilize a guy with his play making ability."
2010年3月25日星期四
BIg Ben is in trouble
The best thing for Ben Roethlisberger with steelers jersey may is Tiger Woods at the moment.
Big Ben is being investigated by the cops, called out by his coach and sometime soon, he’ll be sent to the commissioner’s office to explain why he keeps turning up in the wrong place at the wrong time. “I think it’s well known that we’re very, very conscious about how we do business,” Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday at the NFL owners meeting. “We have a very high concern about our image and how we conduct ourselves that I think is above and beyond our peers, and we embrace that.”
Goodell said they take that issue very seriously.
Big Ben is being investigated by the cops, called out by his coach and sometime soon, he’ll be sent to the commissioner’s office to explain why he keeps turning up in the wrong place at the wrong time. “I think it’s well known that we’re very, very conscious about how we do business,” Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday at the NFL owners meeting. “We have a very high concern about our image and how we conduct ourselves that I think is above and beyond our peers, and we embrace that.”
Goodell said they take that issue very seriously.
2010年3月24日星期三
Nets' paper-bagged fan
A fan wore a paper bag over his head during the loss of the players with nets jerseys. Chief executive argued with the fan and said he had no regrets about his behaviour.
CEO Brett Yormack said in a statement Tuesday he wanted to let the fan know he didn’t agree with the way he was expressing his opinion. Yormark approached the fan during a 99-89 loss to Miami on Monday night. He asked why he was wearing the bag. When the fan told him because the Nets were so good, Yormark exchanged words and pointed a finger at him. The fan held up his tickets, and Yormark walked away.
The nets are on the edge of the record for fewest wins in an NBA season. Yormack said despite the frustrations he will continue to stand up for the organization.
CEO Brett Yormack said in a statement Tuesday he wanted to let the fan know he didn’t agree with the way he was expressing his opinion. Yormark approached the fan during a 99-89 loss to Miami on Monday night. He asked why he was wearing the bag. When the fan told him because the Nets were so good, Yormark exchanged words and pointed a finger at him. The fan held up his tickets, and Yormark walked away.
The nets are on the edge of the record for fewest wins in an NBA season. Yormack said despite the frustrations he will continue to stand up for the organization.
2010年3月23日星期二
Owens considering three teams
Terrell Owens with bills jersey really lost the chance to be a member of Bengles.
With Antonio Bryant signed by the Bengals to a $28 million deal, the Bengals are no longer in need of a veteran receiver. Owens visited the Bengals, but wasn’t offered a contract. ”I don’t think it’s a realistic possibility and see how it would work playtime wise,” Owens’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told the Cincinnati Enquirer. "He liked his visit to Cincinnati a lot and we were very close to getting something done before they signed Antonio Bryant, but it was a real good experience.”
They are keep in touch with three teams about possibly signing Owens, but he declined to reveal the teams.
With Antonio Bryant signed by the Bengals to a $28 million deal, the Bengals are no longer in need of a veteran receiver. Owens visited the Bengals, but wasn’t offered a contract. ”I don’t think it’s a realistic possibility and see how it would work playtime wise,” Owens’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told the Cincinnati Enquirer. "He liked his visit to Cincinnati a lot and we were very close to getting something done before they signed Antonio Bryant, but it was a real good experience.”
They are keep in touch with three teams about possibly signing Owens, but he declined to reveal the teams.
2010年3月22日星期一
Tomlin concerned about Ben
Ben with steelers jersey was accused of sexual assault by a 20 year old female college student in Georgia and his coach Mike Tomlin was worried about his starting quarterback.
"I’m highly concerned for our franchise and for Ben personally," Tomlin said Saturday in Orlando, where the NFL meetings begin Monday. Milledgeville, Ga., police are still investigating the accusation and have not yet charged Roethlisberger with a crime. "My concerns are many," Tomlin said, "but I think at this time it’s kind of appropriate to watch these things and let these things run their course. I think it would be inappropriate for me to have strong feelings one way or another with the investigation being ongoing and so forth. Like everyone else, you watch these things unfold."
"I’m highly concerned for our franchise and for Ben personally," Tomlin said Saturday in Orlando, where the NFL meetings begin Monday. Milledgeville, Ga., police are still investigating the accusation and have not yet charged Roethlisberger with a crime. "My concerns are many," Tomlin said, "but I think at this time it’s kind of appropriate to watch these things and let these things run their course. I think it would be inappropriate for me to have strong feelings one way or another with the investigation being ongoing and so forth. Like everyone else, you watch these things unfold."
2010年3月20日星期六
Saints fans to lose their tickets
The old press box is being replaced with 16 new luxury suites, according to the report.
Saints ticketing employees began calling the season-ticket holders who are being affected. The displaced fans will move to the front of the 50,000-person season-ticket waiting list, meaning they’ll be able to get new season tickets only if others choose not to renew. But the Saints think they’ll be able to accommodate all the displaced fans.
Michael Stanfield said they are working with these folks one-on-one and they thake it vey seriously.
Saints ticketing employees began calling the season-ticket holders who are being affected. The displaced fans will move to the front of the 50,000-person season-ticket waiting list, meaning they’ll be able to get new season tickets only if others choose not to renew. But the Saints think they’ll be able to accommodate all the displaced fans.
Michael Stanfield said they are working with these folks one-on-one and they thake it vey seriously.
2010年3月19日星期五
Calvin Johnson believes in Lions
Receiver Calvin Johnson with lions jersey believes in what he can’t see.
“You always have to have faith things are going to get better,” Johnson said Thursday. “You can’t get down and think things won’t get better or they definitely won’t.” Detroit won just two games last season after going winless the previous year, the first time that’s happened to any NFL team. The Lions won seven games in 2007 after making Johnson the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft.“Losing always gets to you,” Johnson acknowledged.
Despite being regarded as one of the game’s best receivers—especially when he caught 12 touchdown passes and had 1,300-plus yards receiving two years ago— Johnson hasn’t been invited to play in the Pro Bowl.
“You always have to have faith things are going to get better,” Johnson said Thursday. “You can’t get down and think things won’t get better or they definitely won’t.” Detroit won just two games last season after going winless the previous year, the first time that’s happened to any NFL team. The Lions won seven games in 2007 after making Johnson the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft.“Losing always gets to you,” Johnson acknowledged.
Despite being regarded as one of the game’s best receivers—especially when he caught 12 touchdown passes and had 1,300-plus yards receiving two years ago— Johnson hasn’t been invited to play in the Pro Bowl.
2010年3月18日星期四
Freddie Barnes tried his best
Wide receiver Freddie Barnes may ahs the chance to wear the NFL jersey. He is looking to defy the doubters.
Barnes shattered NCAA records last season when he caught 155 passes for 1,770 yards and 19 touchdowns.However, his 40-yard dash time in the 4.6 range has raised questions about his ability to gain separation from NFL cornerbacks.“Freddie Barnes is a football player, not a track athlete,” Brad Cicala, Barnes’ agent, told National Football Post. “He’s a great football player who runs by people in games. He doesn’t play at 4.6. He doesn’t play at the same speed in a game. This kid can play football.”
The 6-foot,206-pounder was a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award last season.
Barnes shattered NCAA records last season when he caught 155 passes for 1,770 yards and 19 touchdowns.However, his 40-yard dash time in the 4.6 range has raised questions about his ability to gain separation from NFL cornerbacks.“Freddie Barnes is a football player, not a track athlete,” Brad Cicala, Barnes’ agent, told National Football Post. “He’s a great football player who runs by people in games. He doesn’t play at 4.6. He doesn’t play at the same speed in a game. This kid can play football.”
The 6-foot,206-pounder was a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award last season.
2010年3月17日星期三
DE Edwards reaches 4-year deal with Bills
Dwan Edwards will wear the bills jersey for next four years. Related source said the player has agreed to a deal worth close to $18 million with the Bills.
The person spoke to The Associated Press early Wednesday morning on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not yet been announced by the Bills. Edwards is a six-year NFL veteran, who played his entire career with Baltimore. Edwards missed the entire 2008 season with a neck injury. He bounced back last year, registering 56 tackles and two sacks in 18 games, including playoffs.
Listed at 6-foot-3 and 290 pounds, Edwards visited the Bills headquarters Tuesday.
The person spoke to The Associated Press early Wednesday morning on the condition of anonymity because the deal has not yet been announced by the Bills. Edwards is a six-year NFL veteran, who played his entire career with Baltimore. Edwards missed the entire 2008 season with a neck injury. He bounced back last year, registering 56 tackles and two sacks in 18 games, including playoffs.
Listed at 6-foot-3 and 290 pounds, Edwards visited the Bills headquarters Tuesday.
2010年3月16日星期二
Fear the deer
Some fans with bucks jersey signs 'Fear the deer'at the Bradley Center and an electronic billboard by the highway near downtown Milwaukee.
“I love the little ‘Fear the Deer’ thing,” rookie guard Brandon Jenningssaid. “It’s pretty awesome.” It’s not quite clear where the Bucks’ catchy new slogan originated. Someone thought it came from ESPN’s “SportsCenter,” but the network couldn’t say for sure.
Either way, it has been quite a while since the Bucks have struck anything approaching fear in their opponents. After making the playoffs in 2005-06, they didn’t win more than 34 games in any of the next three seasons.
“I love the little ‘Fear the Deer’ thing,” rookie guard Brandon Jenningssaid. “It’s pretty awesome.” It’s not quite clear where the Bucks’ catchy new slogan originated. Someone thought it came from ESPN’s “SportsCenter,” but the network couldn’t say for sure.
Either way, it has been quite a while since the Bucks have struck anything approaching fear in their opponents. After making the playoffs in 2005-06, they didn’t win more than 34 games in any of the next three seasons.
2010年3月12日星期五
Broncos re-sign DL Smith
Defensive lineman Le Kevin Smith with broncos jersey extended the contract with the team while starting inside linebacker Andra Davis was released.
Smith is a fifth-year pro who played in 11 games in his first season in Denver last year after he was acquired from New England in a trade Aug. 17. He started twice. In 42 career regular season games, Smith has had 19 tackles, two sacks and a fumble recovery. Davis is a ninth-year pro who had 90 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks and three pass breakups in 16 games, including 13 starts, for Denver last season.
Defensive lineman J’Vonne Parker who was injured also was released.
Smith is a fifth-year pro who played in 11 games in his first season in Denver last year after he was acquired from New England in a trade Aug. 17. He started twice. In 42 career regular season games, Smith has had 19 tackles, two sacks and a fumble recovery. Davis is a ninth-year pro who had 90 tackles, 3 1/2 sacks and three pass breakups in 16 games, including 13 starts, for Denver last season.
Defensive lineman J’Vonne Parker who was injured also was released.
2010年3月11日星期四
Ben with two officers at a club
Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger with steelers jersey and two off-duty Pennsylvania law enforcement officers were at a night club where a woman charged him with sexual assault but the two men did not see anything inappropriate.
Anthony Barravecchio, an officer on the force in the Pittsburgh suburb of Coraopolis, and Pennsylvania Trooper Ed Joyner were among about eight people with Roethlisberger celebrating his birthday at the club, attorney Michael Santicola said. Santicola said the men were there because they are friends of the two-time Super Bowl winner.
“They were not there in their official capacity,” said Santicola, who represents Barravecchio but said Joyner is also a longtime friend.
Anthony Barravecchio, an officer on the force in the Pittsburgh suburb of Coraopolis, and Pennsylvania Trooper Ed Joyner were among about eight people with Roethlisberger celebrating his birthday at the club, attorney Michael Santicola said. Santicola said the men were there because they are friends of the two-time Super Bowl winner.
“They were not there in their official capacity,” said Santicola, who represents Barravecchio but said Joyner is also a longtime friend.
2010年3月10日星期三
Chiefs sign Thomas Jones
Running back Thomas Jones who led the Jets to the AFC championship game last season will wear chiefs jersey.
he team announced the deal Tuesday, but declined to disclose the terms. Jones had career highs of 1,402 yards and 14 touchdowns last season, a year after being selected for the Pro Bowl following a season in which he ran for 1,312 yards and 13 touchdowns. The 31-year-old Jones is expected to complement third-year running back Jamaal Charles, who was Kansas City’s MVP last season with 1,120 yards rushing and seven touchdowns.
Jones ranks second only to LaDainian Tomlinson, also a free agent, in yards rushing since 2005. Jones ranks 28th on the career list with 9,217 yards, 190 behind Earl Campbell.
he team announced the deal Tuesday, but declined to disclose the terms. Jones had career highs of 1,402 yards and 14 touchdowns last season, a year after being selected for the Pro Bowl following a season in which he ran for 1,312 yards and 13 touchdowns. The 31-year-old Jones is expected to complement third-year running back Jamaal Charles, who was Kansas City’s MVP last season with 1,120 yards rushing and seven touchdowns.
Jones ranks second only to LaDainian Tomlinson, also a free agent, in yards rushing since 2005. Jones ranks 28th on the career list with 9,217 yards, 190 behind Earl Campbell.
2010年3月9日星期二
Shawn Marion's situation
Shawn Marion wanted to took off his suns jersey because he was not getting enough credit for the team's success.
Marion got his wish, but he found out the hard way that life in Toronto and Miami was much tougher without strong teams around him. Now, in Dallas, he’s learning to sublimate his talents for the good of the team. From The Dallas Morning News: You got to sacrifice certain things to get that ultimate goal, and that’s a ring, the hardware," Marion said. "Once you get that hardware, nobody can say anything to you. That’s what I want my legacy to be. I want that ring."
"I’m a competitor. I want to go back at [players he guards], too. And sometimes you don’t get the chance to do that. But that’s what you sacrifice. And you got to deal with it. When you get that W, all the other stuff means nothing."
Marion got his wish, but he found out the hard way that life in Toronto and Miami was much tougher without strong teams around him. Now, in Dallas, he’s learning to sublimate his talents for the good of the team. From The Dallas Morning News: You got to sacrifice certain things to get that ultimate goal, and that’s a ring, the hardware," Marion said. "Once you get that hardware, nobody can say anything to you. That’s what I want my legacy to be. I want that ring."
"I’m a competitor. I want to go back at [players he guards], too. And sometimes you don’t get the chance to do that. But that’s what you sacrifice. And you got to deal with it. When you get that W, all the other stuff means nothing."
2010年3月8日星期一
Spurs win fourth straight
Tony Parker has to took off his spurs jersey for a while, so the team need to find a new way to win without him.
Parker broke a bone in his right hand at the end of the first half, putting a damper on the Spurs’ 102-92 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night.“He’s got a broken hand. He’ll be out six weeks,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. “He did it in the first half when he dove on the floor.”
Richard Jefferson scored 18 points, Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili added 17 each in leading the Spurs to their fourth straight victory.
Parker broke a bone in his right hand at the end of the first half, putting a damper on the Spurs’ 102-92 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night.“He’s got a broken hand. He’ll be out six weeks,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. “He did it in the first half when he dove on the floor.”
Richard Jefferson scored 18 points, Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili added 17 each in leading the Spurs to their fourth straight victory.
2010年3月6日星期六
Amare Stoudemire tried his best
Amare Stoudemire did not want to think about the color of his nba jerseys next year. He just does it now.
Except, according to Stoudemire, that’s not on his mind right now. From Paul Coro of The Arizona Republic:Stoudemire said he wants to shelve contract-extension talks until after the season, when he also will have to make a decision about opting out of the final year of the deal, which would pay him $17.7 million. He must decide by June 30. "I just don’t want the distraction," Stoudemire said. "I don’t want to distract the team right now. We’re playing well. So in the off-season, we can talk about extensions.
He is playing to get a better spot in the playoffs.
Except, according to Stoudemire, that’s not on his mind right now. From Paul Coro of The Arizona Republic:Stoudemire said he wants to shelve contract-extension talks until after the season, when he also will have to make a decision about opting out of the final year of the deal, which would pay him $17.7 million. He must decide by June 30. "I just don’t want the distraction," Stoudemire said. "I don’t want to distract the team right now. We’re playing well. So in the off-season, we can talk about extensions.
He is playing to get a better spot in the playoffs.
2010年3月5日星期五
Rolle visits with big blue
Take a deep breath, because you are going to be overwhelmed with updates over the next 24 hours.
Several teams are currently in hot pursuit of free agent safety Antrel Rolle. But a front-runner could be emerging during these early-morning hours. According to Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Rolle is expected to meet with the New York Giants early Friday morning. And as we all saw last year, if you go to meet with the Giants, there is a good chance you’re signing a contract. Just ask Chris Canty.
Early report indicates that players with giants jerseys may be willing to meet the $8 million per year price tag the safety is targeting.
Several teams are currently in hot pursuit of free agent safety Antrel Rolle. But a front-runner could be emerging during these early-morning hours. According to Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Rolle is expected to meet with the New York Giants early Friday morning. And as we all saw last year, if you go to meet with the Giants, there is a good chance you’re signing a contract. Just ask Chris Canty.
Early report indicates that players with giants jerseys may be willing to meet the $8 million per year price tag the safety is targeting.
2010年3月3日星期三
Vick's choice
Michael Vick may have another chance to choose his NFL jersey.
There remains a good chance the Eagles will shop at least one of their quarterbacks and if Vick is the one, and he has a choice, he’s got one team in mind. No, it’s not the St. Louis Rams, who have been prominently mentioned as a possible destination and certainly have a need for a quarterback. How about another NFC team with its own uncertain quarterback situation - the Carolina Panthers.
“If I could play for any team in the league, it would probably be two teams, but if I had to pick one, it would probably be the Carolina Panthers,” Vick said in an appearance on Hot 107.9 in Atlanta, according to the Charlotte Observer.
There remains a good chance the Eagles will shop at least one of their quarterbacks and if Vick is the one, and he has a choice, he’s got one team in mind. No, it’s not the St. Louis Rams, who have been prominently mentioned as a possible destination and certainly have a need for a quarterback. How about another NFC team with its own uncertain quarterback situation - the Carolina Panthers.
“If I could play for any team in the league, it would probably be two teams, but if I had to pick one, it would probably be the Carolina Panthers,” Vick said in an appearance on Hot 107.9 in Atlanta, according to the Charlotte Observer.
2010年2月27日星期六
Brandon Marshall was testified
Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall with broncos jersey testified in the trial of a man charged with killing teammate Darrent Williams.
Marshall was at times emotional when he testified Friday about the shooting on New Year’s Day 2007, recalling how he later saw former teammate Javon Walker in a bloodstained shirt at a hospital, clutching a necklace that belonged to Williams.“JWalk just kept looking at this chain, he wouldn’t let no one hold the chain,” he said. “It was scary; there was blood on that chain.”
Marshall, who was not in the limo when Williams was shot, said he later got a phone call from someone telling hom what happened.
Marshall was at times emotional when he testified Friday about the shooting on New Year’s Day 2007, recalling how he later saw former teammate Javon Walker in a bloodstained shirt at a hospital, clutching a necklace that belonged to Williams.“JWalk just kept looking at this chain, he wouldn’t let no one hold the chain,” he said. “It was scary; there was blood on that chain.”
Marshall, who was not in the limo when Williams was shot, said he later got a phone call from someone telling hom what happened.
2010年2月26日星期五
The six will ace the exams
Most of the elite in the NFL think that the most important part of the combine is the player workouts. Now the day is coming up. The six players with NFL jerseys will have their exams.
Tight ends and offensive linemen work out on Saturday. Quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers will display their skills on Sunday. Defensive linemen and linebackers will be on the field Monday. The defensive backs will then take the stage on Tuesday. Although some players will choose to bypass the drills here—opting to work out at their pro days—many NFL personnel men feel that’s a mistake.
"If you get a chance to compete, then compete," 49ers G.M. Scot McCloughan said. "It doesn’t matter if it’s dominoes, the Senior Bowl or coming here. My personal feeling is you can’t hurt yourself; you can only help yourself."
Tight ends and offensive linemen work out on Saturday. Quarterbacks, running backs and wide receivers will display their skills on Sunday. Defensive linemen and linebackers will be on the field Monday. The defensive backs will then take the stage on Tuesday. Although some players will choose to bypass the drills here—opting to work out at their pro days—many NFL personnel men feel that’s a mistake.
"If you get a chance to compete, then compete," 49ers G.M. Scot McCloughan said. "It doesn’t matter if it’s dominoes, the Senior Bowl or coming here. My personal feeling is you can’t hurt yourself; you can only help yourself."
2010年2月25日星期四
NFL hopes to test for HGH
NFL want to test players with NFL jerseys for human growth hormone, and Major League Baseball has started talks with its union to investigate the test that led to the suspension of a British rugby player.
NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said Wednesday that the league had made a proposal to its players in January regarding HGH. Discussions are ongoing, he said. “Our position is that HGH testing has advanced to the point where we are taking steps to incorporate it into our program,” Aiello said. “We have proposed it to the union.” “We believe in and collectively bargained for a system that supports the testing of all banned substances,” he said.
“I’d prefer urine testing. It’s easier, especially for people who are afraid of needles,” said infielder Josh Vitters, the Chicago Cubs’ top draft pick in 2007.
NFL spokesman Greg Aiello said Wednesday that the league had made a proposal to its players in January regarding HGH. Discussions are ongoing, he said. “Our position is that HGH testing has advanced to the point where we are taking steps to incorporate it into our program,” Aiello said. “We have proposed it to the union.” “We believe in and collectively bargained for a system that supports the testing of all banned substances,” he said.
“I’d prefer urine testing. It’s easier, especially for people who are afraid of needles,” said infielder Josh Vitters, the Chicago Cubs’ top draft pick in 2007.
2010年2月24日星期三
The argument for the blood testing for HGH
The NFL and the union of the players with NFL jerseys cant reach an agreement on a big issue beyond the current labor battle over the collective bargaining agreement.
However, there’s no teeth to that ban since there’s no testing currently. "Our position is that HGH blood-testing has advanced to the point where we are taking steps to incorporate it into our program," NFL spokesman Greg Aiello told the Post. Meanwhile, the union’s stance hasn’t changed. At this point, there’s no reason to believe that blood-testing for NFL players will or should be implemented," NFLPA assistant executive director of external affairs George Atallah said. "We should instead focus on preserving the drug-testing policy that we have in place."
NFLPA executive director Gene Upshaw was also against blood testing for HGH.
However, there’s no teeth to that ban since there’s no testing currently. "Our position is that HGH blood-testing has advanced to the point where we are taking steps to incorporate it into our program," NFL spokesman Greg Aiello told the Post. Meanwhile, the union’s stance hasn’t changed. At this point, there’s no reason to believe that blood-testing for NFL players will or should be implemented," NFLPA assistant executive director of external affairs George Atallah said. "We should instead focus on preserving the drug-testing policy that we have in place."
NFLPA executive director Gene Upshaw was also against blood testing for HGH.
2010年2月23日星期二
Blazers struggling to find way
It's not too bad if the Blazers remained eighth in the Western Conference with 23 games remaining. but it seemed the players with trail blazers jerseys failed to solid its position.
Nate McMillan did not uncover his disappointment when his team blew a 25-point lead in a loss to Utah Sunday night. “If we are serious about making a run, we’ve got to act like it and we’ve got to play like it,” McMillan said after the 93-89 overtime loss to the Jazz. “… The moves we’ve made and having guys back, if we’re serious about making a run down this stretch, that’s got to show.”
Jazz just fought them down the stretch of the game. If the Blazers want to get into the play offs they have got to do better.
Nate McMillan did not uncover his disappointment when his team blew a 25-point lead in a loss to Utah Sunday night. “If we are serious about making a run, we’ve got to act like it and we’ve got to play like it,” McMillan said after the 93-89 overtime loss to the Jazz. “… The moves we’ve made and having guys back, if we’re serious about making a run down this stretch, that’s got to show.”
Jazz just fought them down the stretch of the game. If the Blazers want to get into the play offs they have got to do better.
2010年2月22日星期一
Sears remain active for Bucs
Guard Arron Sears will be back with buccaneers jersey this season.
Sear missed all of last season after essentially removing himself from the team nearly 12 months ago. But he returned to the club later and had been an active worker at tht team's headquarter. Aaron has been here, he’s been in camp, showing up here working out," Dominik said. "We treat him just like one of the other 80 people on our roster, whether he’s the first or the 80th. The hope is he can continue to work out and get himself into shape. He’s got an entire offseason to see what he can do."
Whether Sear can mantain the level of play,we will wait and see.
Sear missed all of last season after essentially removing himself from the team nearly 12 months ago. But he returned to the club later and had been an active worker at tht team's headquarter. Aaron has been here, he’s been in camp, showing up here working out," Dominik said. "We treat him just like one of the other 80 people on our roster, whether he’s the first or the 80th. The hope is he can continue to work out and get himself into shape. He’s got an entire offseason to see what he can do."
Whether Sear can mantain the level of play,we will wait and see.
2010年2月21日星期日
Eagle's QB situation affect the entire league
You can argued that Philadelphia Eagles have the best quarterbacks among all the players with NFL jerseys.
By quartering place, we are talking about the Eagles having such exceptional depth at the position, something the Colts, Saints, Patriots, and pretty much every other team in the league do not have. They are positioned to potentially impact the quarterback futures of multiple clubs, beginning with their own. It's hardly an exaggeration to say that how the Eagles address their quarterback glut is among the league's most anticipated decisions of the offseason.
At the same time, teams such as the Browns, Bills might make a competitive leap.
By quartering place, we are talking about the Eagles having such exceptional depth at the position, something the Colts, Saints, Patriots, and pretty much every other team in the league do not have. They are positioned to potentially impact the quarterback futures of multiple clubs, beginning with their own. It's hardly an exaggeration to say that how the Eagles address their quarterback glut is among the league's most anticipated decisions of the offseason.
At the same time, teams such as the Browns, Bills might make a competitive leap.
2010年2月20日星期六
2 NFL hopefuls will coming out
Two guys still want to wear the NFL jerseys and they defied age-ols concerns.
The 33-year-old defensive end has a message for scouts: He’s not too old to play in the NFL. “I believe I have a shot at getting drafted,” Crawford said this week after working out in Indy. “If you turn on the film, it doesn’t lie. My age might make some people put a blinder on, but I think you’ve got to see the film first.” Boise State tight end Richie Brockel wants to show scouts his injured left foot is healthy. He said he had gotten bigger, faster,stronger. He thought the chances are pretty good.
They all need to get in front of the people.
The 33-year-old defensive end has a message for scouts: He’s not too old to play in the NFL. “I believe I have a shot at getting drafted,” Crawford said this week after working out in Indy. “If you turn on the film, it doesn’t lie. My age might make some people put a blinder on, but I think you’ve got to see the film first.” Boise State tight end Richie Brockel wants to show scouts his injured left foot is healthy. He said he had gotten bigger, faster,stronger. He thought the chances are pretty good.
They all need to get in front of the people.
2010年2月19日星期五
Karl coaches first game from the cancer disclosure
Nuggets coach George Karl was hard enough to fight against Cleveland since his neck and throat cancer being disclosed.
Karl, who revealed the illness on Tuesday, likely will miss some games and practices while undergoing a rigorous six-week treatment program of radiation and chemotherapy. He accompanied his team on its two-game trip to Cleveland and Washington, where the Nuggets play Friday night. “It’s going to be my sanctuary to do what I like to do and forget maybe the things that are always going to pop into your mind,” Karl said of being on the sidelines.
Karl said he expects to miss at least a couple of upcoming games. Karl received an outpouring support from the players with nba jerseys.
Karl, who revealed the illness on Tuesday, likely will miss some games and practices while undergoing a rigorous six-week treatment program of radiation and chemotherapy. He accompanied his team on its two-game trip to Cleveland and Washington, where the Nuggets play Friday night. “It’s going to be my sanctuary to do what I like to do and forget maybe the things that are always going to pop into your mind,” Karl said of being on the sidelines.
Karl said he expects to miss at least a couple of upcoming games. Karl received an outpouring support from the players with nba jerseys.
2010年1月23日星期六
Saints TE Shockey is questionable
Due to a sore right knee, New Orleans Saints tight end Jeremy Shockey was sat out the practice for the third consecutive day. he was listed as doubtful for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Shockey couldn't make Friday's final full workout after also sitting out Wednesday and Thursday's sessions.Shockey, an eight-year veteran from Miami, had three catches for 36 yards and one touchdown in last week's divisional playoff victory over the Arizona Cardinals, but he hurt the knee on the 17-yard TD reception. During the season, he had 48 receptions for 569 yards and three scores. Another tight end who has wonderful action for the Saints, contributed 35 passes this season, but he had no receptions against the Cardinals last week.
There are also other players with saints jerseys missed the practice.
Shockey couldn't make Friday's final full workout after also sitting out Wednesday and Thursday's sessions.Shockey, an eight-year veteran from Miami, had three catches for 36 yards and one touchdown in last week's divisional playoff victory over the Arizona Cardinals, but he hurt the knee on the 17-yard TD reception. During the season, he had 48 receptions for 569 yards and three scores. Another tight end who has wonderful action for the Saints, contributed 35 passes this season, but he had no receptions against the Cardinals last week.
There are also other players with saints jerseys missed the practice.
2010年1月22日星期五
Lewis named top coach
Lewis awards the The Associated Press 2009 NFL Coach of the Year for leading his team to the playoffs during a season marked by tragedy. He may has much to do more than game plans.
The Bengles got the AFC North with a 10-6 record which was their second division title since 1990. And both of them are under Lewis. They did so despite the deaths of wide reciver Chris Henry and Vikki Zimmer, the wife of defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. Several players' families were affected by the tsunami in the Samoan Islands. So it's so difficult to hold his team tightly under such circumstances. But he made it.
"I'm flattered," said Lewis, whose seventh season as Bengals coach ended with a 24-14 home loss to the Jets in the wild-card round. "I never took any credibility to it, that it could occur, but I am flattered. I would trade it to still be playing. All the players with the bengals jerseys supported him.
The Bengles got the AFC North with a 10-6 record which was their second division title since 1990. And both of them are under Lewis. They did so despite the deaths of wide reciver Chris Henry and Vikki Zimmer, the wife of defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. Several players' families were affected by the tsunami in the Samoan Islands. So it's so difficult to hold his team tightly under such circumstances. But he made it.
"I'm flattered," said Lewis, whose seventh season as Bengals coach ended with a 24-14 home loss to the Jets in the wild-card round. "I never took any credibility to it, that it could occur, but I am flattered. I would trade it to still be playing. All the players with the bengals jerseys supported him.
2010年1月16日星期六
Cowboys plays in loud Metrodome
Cowboys linebacker Keith Brooking would not forget the loudest game played in Minnesota’s Metrodome. The victory of the game sent his team to the Super Bowl.
So they are ready when they know th sencond trip to Minnesota. “We have pretty good experience facing a hostile crowd,” Brooking said. “The way you have to handle the situation is, obviously, you can’t allow them to get the momentum going early in the game. You’ve got to go for their heart. If you can put a little doubt in their minds in the beginning, that can go a long way. … But we’ve got to be ready for a 3 1/2 -hour battle and fight to the end.” The fans are so crowded and they even put a sign on the board that reads: “Quiet. Offense at work.”
Whether these visitors with dallas cowboys jerseys can handle it or not, we will wait and see.
So they are ready when they know th sencond trip to Minnesota. “We have pretty good experience facing a hostile crowd,” Brooking said. “The way you have to handle the situation is, obviously, you can’t allow them to get the momentum going early in the game. You’ve got to go for their heart. If you can put a little doubt in their minds in the beginning, that can go a long way. … But we’ve got to be ready for a 3 1/2 -hour battle and fight to the end.” The fans are so crowded and they even put a sign on the board that reads: “Quiet. Offense at work.”
Whether these visitors with dallas cowboys jerseys can handle it or not, we will wait and see.
2010年1月15日星期五
Early Doucet comes back home
Early Doucet with No.80 ardinals jersey had played in the Superdome and helped the Louisiana State to the 2007 national title.
On Saturday, Doucet will be back as a part of the the Cardinals, so the one-time hero become a villain. But Doucet does not think so.“It’s not going to be weird, actually,” said Doucet, a product of St. Martinville, La. “I’m going to have some good memories. The last time I played there was for a college national championship, and I did real well. So hopefully I can go back there and have a repeat performance and have our team get a victory.” Hope Doucet plays like he did last week and have a nice homecoming.
On Saturday, Doucet will be back as a part of the the Cardinals, so the one-time hero become a villain. But Doucet does not think so.“It’s not going to be weird, actually,” said Doucet, a product of St. Martinville, La. “I’m going to have some good memories. The last time I played there was for a college national championship, and I did real well. So hopefully I can go back there and have a repeat performance and have our team get a victory.” Hope Doucet plays like he did last week and have a nice homecoming.
2010年1月14日星期四
McCarthy says they need to improve
Though finished a little bit, the Green Bay Packers went towards in the right direction as a franchise.
Now they have some big plans to make for their next step playing the Super Bowl next season. After the playoff loss at Arizona On Sunday, Packers coach Mike McCarthy did not figure out the possibility of changes to his staff. “Every year is different, every football team is different,” McCarthy said Wednesday. “You need to rebuild, reload, restructure. We have a good foundation. We have a program, a blueprint that works, but we need to improve it because we did not get past the first round.” Though their new coordinator Dom Capers' effection did not work at once, they accomplished something in 2009.
They have some experience from the past year and they will make it with their players wearing the packers jerseys.
Now they have some big plans to make for their next step playing the Super Bowl next season. After the playoff loss at Arizona On Sunday, Packers coach Mike McCarthy did not figure out the possibility of changes to his staff. “Every year is different, every football team is different,” McCarthy said Wednesday. “You need to rebuild, reload, restructure. We have a good foundation. We have a program, a blueprint that works, but we need to improve it because we did not get past the first round.” Though their new coordinator Dom Capers' effection did not work at once, they accomplished something in 2009.
They have some experience from the past year and they will make it with their players wearing the packers jerseys.
2010年1月13日星期三
Mangini excited about Browns' new team
Browns coach Eric Mangini felt excited about the new company. Last week he learned he would be back for a second season with the Browns.
Mangini said It’s pretty great to be up there with three other people answering questions and he can get used to it. At the same time, it's good to have another voice in a group or an organization. “This is a real fantastic situation for me personally and for us organizationally.” Last year, he almost fight with the rest of the NfL alone without any help, but now he has a team. Now he has the permission to add players and build the Browns.
Mangini will only need to coach the players with browns jerseys this season because Mike believes a coach should coach.
Mangini said It’s pretty great to be up there with three other people answering questions and he can get used to it. At the same time, it's good to have another voice in a group or an organization. “This is a real fantastic situation for me personally and for us organizationally.” Last year, he almost fight with the rest of the NfL alone without any help, but now he has a team. Now he has the permission to add players and build the Browns.
Mangini will only need to coach the players with browns jerseys this season because Mike believes a coach should coach.
2010年1月12日星期二
McNabb wil be back
No.5 eagles jersey will be back to Eagles for a 12th season.
According to Eagles coach Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb will return to philadelphia next season. “That’s my call,” Reid said Monday. “I think he’s a great player. His work over the last 11 years has proven that. I truly believe it’s a team sport; it’s not one guy.” McNabb has led the Eagles to five NFC championship games--going 1-4--and one Super Bowl appearance. McNabb wanted to go back after the loss to the Cowboys. He also said he's liking to talking about the contract extension. So that would seem to extend his contract beyond 2010.
Reid said McNabb got a nice little kick for the next few years there in salary.
According to Eagles coach Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb will return to philadelphia next season. “That’s my call,” Reid said Monday. “I think he’s a great player. His work over the last 11 years has proven that. I truly believe it’s a team sport; it’s not one guy.” McNabb has led the Eagles to five NFC championship games--going 1-4--and one Super Bowl appearance. McNabb wanted to go back after the loss to the Cowboys. He also said he's liking to talking about the contract extension. So that would seem to extend his contract beyond 2010.
Reid said McNabb got a nice little kick for the next few years there in salary.
2010年1月11日星期一
Vikings better be ready for Cowboys
Minnesota Vikings hero QB Brett Favre better set all the soul to the game this week. The Dallas Cowboys comes to be against them next Sunday for an NfC Divisional playoff game.
Of course, Favre and Vikings are famous for their strong offensive line and a strong running game. But their defense also has fewer holes to exploit. Yet, Dallas is on the type of roll where only injury or self implosion could set them back. "We are playing as good as anybody right now," Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said. "Our defense is playing outstanding and our offense is playing really well and our special teams are playing really well. We know Minnesota is undefeated at home. They have a lot of weapons and they are a very good football team. They are the No. 2 seed for a reason."
I expect this game and I really like the No.4 vikings jersey.
Of course, Favre and Vikings are famous for their strong offensive line and a strong running game. But their defense also has fewer holes to exploit. Yet, Dallas is on the type of roll where only injury or self implosion could set them back. "We are playing as good as anybody right now," Cowboys coach Wade Phillips said. "Our defense is playing outstanding and our offense is playing really well and our special teams are playing really well. We know Minnesota is undefeated at home. They have a lot of weapons and they are a very good football team. They are the No. 2 seed for a reason."
I expect this game and I really like the No.4 vikings jersey.
2010年1月9日星期六
Cowher may steps in Bills
Bills owner Ralph Wilson said they has talked with Bill Cowher about the coaching job and the owner is not sure whether the former steelers coach has interests in the job.
“I don’t know,” Wilson told The Associated Press during a brief interview from his home in suburban Detroit on Friday. “You’d have to ask him.” Wilson was the first person to talk about the matter and he claimed he would not put too much energy on coaching search but every thing is ongoing to do that. Refusing to give a time limit on the search, Wilson said “we don’t want to rush into hiring a coach just to be hiring somebody quick.” He then added: “We don’t want to hire a coach with a splashy name.” At the same time, Seatle Seahawks are also looking for a new coach.
Wilson thinks some one with a defensive or offensive background is not considerable. He just wants to have a person who has much passion. Who will be the one coach these players with bills jerseys.
“I don’t know,” Wilson told The Associated Press during a brief interview from his home in suburban Detroit on Friday. “You’d have to ask him.” Wilson was the first person to talk about the matter and he claimed he would not put too much energy on coaching search but every thing is ongoing to do that. Refusing to give a time limit on the search, Wilson said “we don’t want to rush into hiring a coach just to be hiring somebody quick.” He then added: “We don’t want to hire a coach with a splashy name.” At the same time, Seatle Seahawks are also looking for a new coach.
Wilson thinks some one with a defensive or offensive background is not considerable. He just wants to have a person who has much passion. Who will be the one coach these players with bills jerseys.
2010年1月6日星期三
Rookie Edelman has much chance
As many new England fans,running back Fred Taylor was impressed much when he saw Julian Edelman.
"I was excited," Taylor said Tuesday. "I told a lot of my friends we have another young guy very similar to Wes Welker and you'll remember his name." He was the former college QB and much close to Welker's height of 5-foot-9, is expected to fill in the empty after Welker underwent a season-ending knee injury. Welker missed the practice since the Pats praciced for the first time Tuesday. He had an MRI on Monday according to the NFL Network's Jason La Canfora reports. The pats declined to say anything about the condition of Welker. Welker and Edelman are similar in size and style. But Edelman has a long way to go to stand on the same line with Welker.
Let's wish this guy with No.11 patriots jersey can accomplish much in the future.
"I was excited," Taylor said Tuesday. "I told a lot of my friends we have another young guy very similar to Wes Welker and you'll remember his name." He was the former college QB and much close to Welker's height of 5-foot-9, is expected to fill in the empty after Welker underwent a season-ending knee injury. Welker missed the practice since the Pats praciced for the first time Tuesday. He had an MRI on Monday according to the NFL Network's Jason La Canfora reports. The pats declined to say anything about the condition of Welker. Welker and Edelman are similar in size and style. But Edelman has a long way to go to stand on the same line with Welker.
Let's wish this guy with No.11 patriots jersey can accomplish much in the future.
2010年1月4日星期一
Mangini is still in doubt
Eric Mangini went out the the frosty field Sunday as Cleveland's coach in his first season. Nobody knows whether he'll back or not.
New team president Mike Holmgren will have a meeting with Mangini in the next day or two to discuss his future. When the Browns (5-11) were 1-11 following a Dec. 6 loss to San Diego, there appeared to be no chance of Mangini returning for a second year. But most of the players with browns jerseys showed their support to Mangini-- rallied and closed the season by going 4-0, the Browns' first four-game win streak since their expansion rebirth.
But Mangini himself is proud of the progress he made in the Browns.
New team president Mike Holmgren will have a meeting with Mangini in the next day or two to discuss his future. When the Browns (5-11) were 1-11 following a Dec. 6 loss to San Diego, there appeared to be no chance of Mangini returning for a second year. But most of the players with browns jerseys showed their support to Mangini-- rallied and closed the season by going 4-0, the Browns' first four-game win streak since their expansion rebirth.
But Mangini himself is proud of the progress he made in the Browns.
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