Archive for February, 2011

Bengals WR’s Ochocinco and Owens Have a Fall Out on Twitter

Have Chad Ochocinco and Terrell Owens had a falling out? It is hard to say but if the Tweets between the two indicate that might be the case. The Tweets begin with Ochocinco blaming T.O. for Carson Palmer wanting to leave Cincinnati or retire. Judge for yourself in the series of tweets: Chad: @terrellowens Man [...]

NFL Network’s Lombardi: Asomugha Won’t Be Back in Oakland

According to Michael Lombardi of NFL Network, Richard Seymour’s $30 million contract eliminates the Raiders getting a deal done with Nnamdi Asomugha. Lombardi said on Asomugha’s chances of signing, “I think slim and none, and I would favor none.” It is now likely the Raiders will franchise tight end Zach Miller. Asomugha will be a [...]

NFL and the Players’ Union Agree to Mediation

Two weeks before a potential lockout, the NFL and its players’ union are asking for help in their stalled negotiations. Both sides agreed Thursday to mediation as they discuss a new collective bargaining agreement. The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, an independent U.S. government agency, will oversee talks in Washington beginning Friday. After holding separate [...]

Irsay Wants the Colts to Get Manning Locked Up Long Term

Just hoping that Peyton Manning won’t be going anywhere this year’s free agency, the Indianapolis Colts quickly slapped the franchise-quarterback with a franchise-tag. But that gives them more time to give him the long-term deal that has been expected since Indianapolis made it to the Super Bowl in 2010. Tom Brady currently holds the highest-paid [...]

Ravens Foxworth Not Optimistic About New Labor Agreement

(From: National Football Post) Read the rest of the article Here. Domonique Foxworth was robbed of his 2010 season due to an ACL injury but regardless of how hard he’s worked to return to form he may not play in 2011 either. Foxworth is heavily involved in labor talks as a member of the NLPA [...]

Steelers DE Brett Keisel to Shave Beard for Children’s Hospital

In a classy move by a classy guy, Steelers defensive end Brett Keisel will shave his beard for charity on February 24th at an event to raise funds for UPMC’s Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. The Post-Gazette reports that Keisel will be shaved by celebrity barbers beginning at 7 p.m at the Deisel Club Lounge, 1601 [...]

Broncos GM Elway Tweets About Wanting to Keep Pro Bowl CB Bailey

Sounds like new Broncos GM John Elway means business. The new Bronco boss says that despite him selling his home in Colorado, free agent cornerback Champ Bailey is a top priority for the teams offseason plans. Elway is remaining upbeat about the situation, stating it in a series of Tweets. He appeared to be trying [...]

Gridiron Gab 2011 NFL Draft Prospect Scouting Report – MLB Quan Sturdivant

Quan Sturdivant, MLB, North Carolina, 6’2 230 Position Ranking: #2 Strengths: Plays with consistently good technique and gap discipline. Natural when taking on blockers, extends arms and bends at the knees to properly disengage. Played all three linebacker positions. Good overall instincts, and goes through his read & keys before releasing in pursuit. Reacts well [...]