Vikings won't bring back Moss March 19 Minneapolis Star Tribune: "The Vikings have no interest in bringing Randy Moss back, and the odds are good that the Packers won't be able to make a deal with the Raiders, who want quarterback Aaron Rodgers, a former No. 1 pick, in the deal. "
Falcons staff gets to look players over March 19 Atlanta Journal-Constitution: "Backup quarterback Matt Schaub and outside linebacker Demorrio Williams are both restricted free agents whose place on the opening-day roster isn't guaranteed. Atlanta doesn't want to lose either player and has tendered each a lucrative, one-year qualifying offer with hefty compensation attachments to dissuade opposing teams from trying to sign them."
Titans waiting for word on Barber March 19 Nashville City Paper: "The Titans had veteran free agent linebacker Shawn Barber in for a visit on Friday. According to Barber’s agent, Brian Mackler, the visit to Tennessee went well, and Barber could make a decision on his future as early as today."
Deal Close for Bockwoldt March 19 Sacramento Bee: "The 49ers re-signed Hannibal Navies on Friday and cut Renauld Williams. They also were close to a deal with free agent Colby Bockwoldt, a special-teams standout who played with New Orleans and Tennessee."
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3.19.2007
3.18.2007
Hot NFL Rumors
Draft may be next big move for Dolphins March 18 Palm Beach Post: "The Dolphins' interest in Kansas City quarterback Trent Green, 36 and coming off an injury-marred season, seems to have cooled, leaving the feeling that Miami's next significant moves could come during the April 28-29 draft."
No deal near for No. 2 pick March 18 Denver Post: "Knowing several NFL teams are drooling over the talents of wide receiver Calvin Johnson, the Detroit Lions have let it be known their No. 2 overall draft pick is up for trade. Yes, the Lions have held preliminary discussions with the Broncos regarding the No. 2 pick during the past month, NFL sources confirmed."
A few jokes told in 'silly season' March 18 Cleveland Plain Dealer: "The latest speculation on the national level has the Browns falling out of love with Oklahoma running back Adrian Peterson and in love with the idea of selecting a quarterback, with LSU's JaMarcus Russell being their top choice and Notre Dame's Brady Quinn second."
On the horizon March 18 St. Petersburg Times: "Plummer says he has played his last down, but the Bucs aren't buying it. They're willing to send a fourth-round pick to Denver in 2008 if he plays next season, or a seventh-rounder if he does not."
Vikings Still Could Land Green March 18 St. Paul Pioneer Press: "There's still a chance the Vikings could trade with the Kansas City Chiefs for veteran quarterback Trent Green in exchange for a low-round draft pick."
Thompson says trading Rodgers 'never' discussed March 18 PackersNews.com: "Rumors persist that Packers backup quarterback Aaron Rodgers is on the trading block in a possible deal for Oakland Raiders receiver Randy Moss. General Manager Ted Thompson, who should know better than anyone, doesn't put a lot of stock in such speculation."
No deal near for No. 2 pick March 18 Denver Post: "Knowing several NFL teams are drooling over the talents of wide receiver Calvin Johnson, the Detroit Lions have let it be known their No. 2 overall draft pick is up for trade. Yes, the Lions have held preliminary discussions with the Broncos regarding the No. 2 pick during the past month, NFL sources confirmed."
A few jokes told in 'silly season' March 18 Cleveland Plain Dealer: "The latest speculation on the national level has the Browns falling out of love with Oklahoma running back Adrian Peterson and in love with the idea of selecting a quarterback, with LSU's JaMarcus Russell being their top choice and Notre Dame's Brady Quinn second."
On the horizon March 18 St. Petersburg Times: "Plummer says he has played his last down, but the Bucs aren't buying it. They're willing to send a fourth-round pick to Denver in 2008 if he plays next season, or a seventh-rounder if he does not."
Vikings Still Could Land Green March 18 St. Paul Pioneer Press: "There's still a chance the Vikings could trade with the Kansas City Chiefs for veteran quarterback Trent Green in exchange for a low-round draft pick."
Thompson says trading Rodgers 'never' discussed March 18 PackersNews.com: "Rumors persist that Packers backup quarterback Aaron Rodgers is on the trading block in a possible deal for Oakland Raiders receiver Randy Moss. General Manager Ted Thompson, who should know better than anyone, doesn't put a lot of stock in such speculation."
3.15.2007
NFL Mock Draft - Top 10
Everybody has their opinion on the draft...here is the humble prognostication of Doc Sports:
1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell, QB, LSUThe Raiders aren't as far away as you think. I know that seems ridiculous, but with healthy skill players and that defense the Raiders can at least compete and are about two years away from being a playoff threat. Remember, the team that picked No. 2 last year made the NFC Championship this year, so it is possible. They need linemen and would be best served by trading this pick. But the allure of Russell's Rocket Arm is too appealing. I just hope they don't put him behind that offensive line, which may be the worst I've ever seen.
2. Detroit Lions - Joe Thomas, OT, WisconsinThe irony here is beautiful - they need receivers or else having Mike Martz is like having Ron Howard guest direct an episode of "The OC". But Matt Millen knows better than to take Calvin Johnson. At least I think he does. None of Millen's offensive line free agents have panned out so it's time to start building through the draft.
3. Cleveland Browns - Jamaal Anderson, DE, ArkansasEveryone's thinking Brady Quinn here. And there's a good chance the Romeo-Weis connection will lead to a Quinn pick. But that would be a mistake. Romeo is a defensive guy at heart and will try to bolster a very below-average defensive line. The Brownies have managed just 51 sacks over the past two years, worst in the NFL, and I'll give you a malnourished donkey if you can name me their starting DEs. I say they take this Beast of a Man and give Charlie Frye one more year.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson, WR, Georgia TechMichael Clayton has been slightly more effective at wideout than John Clayton over the past two seasons. Chucky had Rice and Brown in Oakland, and I'm sure he's salivating at the thought of picking up the physical specimen that is Johnson.
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch, DT, MichiganI think the Cardinals would pimp out Matt Leinhart to fat chicks and executives for the Lions, Browns and Bucs for the two months leading up to draft day if it meant they had a shot at Joe Thomas. They don't. But Branch is an outstanding consolation prize. The Cards won't get out of the Joke Box until they toughen up in the front seven. Injuries have limited a rather limited front four, so they should opt for the guy with unlimited potential.
6. Washington Redskins - Leon Hall, CB, MichiganThe offensive line isn't getting any younger, but last year the Redskins fell apart because they looked like the Over-The-Hill Gang from the 70's. I don't mean that as a compliment. In fact, I think one of the starters from Washington's 1974 defense started last year at safety. Oh, wait. That was just Troy Vincent. My bad.
7. Minnesota Vikings - Brady Quinn, QB, Notre DameYou want to talk about being at the right place at the right time? This is like catching that queen on the river to crack aces with a set. And I say 'queen' because Quinn hasn't shown me much against top-flight competition. Tell me he isn't a New Age Rick Mirer and I don't know if I'll believe you. But the Vikes need a quarterback for the future, Quinn gets Mel Kiper Jr. wet, and Brad Johnson gets someone to lecture about the virtues of mediocrity to.
8. Houston Texans - LaRon Landry, S, LSUThe smart money says that they try to correct last year's mistake by taking Adrian Peterson. I say Gary Kubiak tells you to take the smart money and shove it up your ass. If he didn't take Bush he's not taking Peterson. I think a defensive playmaker in the secondary or along the D-line has to be No. 1 on the wish list.
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye, DT, LouisvilleIt's tough to project who the Dolphins are going after because they have a lot of holes on defense and that offensive line. But I heard that Okoye impressed a lot of people down in Miami during Super Bowl week. The geriatric crew of Vonnie Holiday, Keith Traylor and Jeff Zgonina are all unrestricted free agents so the Fins need to get some fresh meat up front.
10. Atlanta Falcons - Gaines Adams, DE, ClemsonThe Falcons need secondary help worse than Mike Vick needs herpes ointment. But with Patrick Kearney starting to break down and Falcons brass coming to the stunning realization that John Abraham can never be counted on - ever - the Gaines pick makes sense. He's from a Southern school, and the natives always see that as a plus.
1. Oakland Raiders - JaMarcus Russell, QB, LSUThe Raiders aren't as far away as you think. I know that seems ridiculous, but with healthy skill players and that defense the Raiders can at least compete and are about two years away from being a playoff threat. Remember, the team that picked No. 2 last year made the NFC Championship this year, so it is possible. They need linemen and would be best served by trading this pick. But the allure of Russell's Rocket Arm is too appealing. I just hope they don't put him behind that offensive line, which may be the worst I've ever seen.
2. Detroit Lions - Joe Thomas, OT, WisconsinThe irony here is beautiful - they need receivers or else having Mike Martz is like having Ron Howard guest direct an episode of "The OC". But Matt Millen knows better than to take Calvin Johnson. At least I think he does. None of Millen's offensive line free agents have panned out so it's time to start building through the draft.
3. Cleveland Browns - Jamaal Anderson, DE, ArkansasEveryone's thinking Brady Quinn here. And there's a good chance the Romeo-Weis connection will lead to a Quinn pick. But that would be a mistake. Romeo is a defensive guy at heart and will try to bolster a very below-average defensive line. The Brownies have managed just 51 sacks over the past two years, worst in the NFL, and I'll give you a malnourished donkey if you can name me their starting DEs. I say they take this Beast of a Man and give Charlie Frye one more year.
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Calvin Johnson, WR, Georgia TechMichael Clayton has been slightly more effective at wideout than John Clayton over the past two seasons. Chucky had Rice and Brown in Oakland, and I'm sure he's salivating at the thought of picking up the physical specimen that is Johnson.
5. Arizona Cardinals - Alan Branch, DT, MichiganI think the Cardinals would pimp out Matt Leinhart to fat chicks and executives for the Lions, Browns and Bucs for the two months leading up to draft day if it meant they had a shot at Joe Thomas. They don't. But Branch is an outstanding consolation prize. The Cards won't get out of the Joke Box until they toughen up in the front seven. Injuries have limited a rather limited front four, so they should opt for the guy with unlimited potential.
6. Washington Redskins - Leon Hall, CB, MichiganThe offensive line isn't getting any younger, but last year the Redskins fell apart because they looked like the Over-The-Hill Gang from the 70's. I don't mean that as a compliment. In fact, I think one of the starters from Washington's 1974 defense started last year at safety. Oh, wait. That was just Troy Vincent. My bad.
7. Minnesota Vikings - Brady Quinn, QB, Notre DameYou want to talk about being at the right place at the right time? This is like catching that queen on the river to crack aces with a set. And I say 'queen' because Quinn hasn't shown me much against top-flight competition. Tell me he isn't a New Age Rick Mirer and I don't know if I'll believe you. But the Vikes need a quarterback for the future, Quinn gets Mel Kiper Jr. wet, and Brad Johnson gets someone to lecture about the virtues of mediocrity to.
8. Houston Texans - LaRon Landry, S, LSUThe smart money says that they try to correct last year's mistake by taking Adrian Peterson. I say Gary Kubiak tells you to take the smart money and shove it up your ass. If he didn't take Bush he's not taking Peterson. I think a defensive playmaker in the secondary or along the D-line has to be No. 1 on the wish list.
9. Miami Dolphins - Amobi Okoye, DT, LouisvilleIt's tough to project who the Dolphins are going after because they have a lot of holes on defense and that offensive line. But I heard that Okoye impressed a lot of people down in Miami during Super Bowl week. The geriatric crew of Vonnie Holiday, Keith Traylor and Jeff Zgonina are all unrestricted free agents so the Fins need to get some fresh meat up front.
10. Atlanta Falcons - Gaines Adams, DE, ClemsonThe Falcons need secondary help worse than Mike Vick needs herpes ointment. But with Patrick Kearney starting to break down and Falcons brass coming to the stunning realization that John Abraham can never be counted on - ever - the Gaines pick makes sense. He's from a Southern school, and the natives always see that as a plus.
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