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Impact Analysis | QB Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning has been the definition of durability over his 10-year career. He started all 16 games for the 10th straight season in 2007, and he has now played in 160 consecutive regular seaosn games; the most by any active quarterback. Continue reading this story.... Chargers | Cason close to terms Updating previous reports, Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports San Diego Chargers CB Antoine Cason is close to agreeing on terms of a contract and there is optimism there should be a deal soon. Chargers | Hardwick likely to be placed on PUP Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports San Diego Chargers C Nick Hardwick (foot) will likely be placed on the physically unable to perform list Wednesday, July 23, or Thursday, July 24. Hardwick said he should he shouldn't be on the PUP by the end of training camp. Chiefs | Marshall agrees to terms Kansas City Chiefs president Carl Peterson announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team agreed to terms with free-agent WR Timon Marshall (Bears) on a two-year deal. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Chiefs | Joachim agrees to terms Kansas City Chiefs president Carl Peterson announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team agreed to terms with free-agent WR Sergio Joachim (University of Central Florida) on a two-year deal. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Giants | Ingram mentions Ward New York Giants running backs coach said RB Derrick Ward is great out of the backfield, good in third-down situations and takes care of the quarterback. Giants | Ingram speaks on Bradshaw New York Giants running backs coach Jerald Ingram said the team is hoping RB Ahmad Bradshaw can improve his ability to protect the quarterback and pick up blitzes. Bradshaw is a guy they like in the passing game and his shiftiness to play front-side, back-side and change directions. Giants | Ingram talks about Jacobs New York Giants running backs coach Jerald Ingram mentioned that RB Brandon Jacobs has improved his mental aspect of the game by becoming a more complete running back, being able to block, run and catch.
New York Giants running backs coach Jerald Ingram said the team will use a running back by committee as best they can to try and keep players healthy and other teams off balance. Ingram said all the running backs have something to give because they all contribute in their own way. He said the game plan in trying to figure out what they can do depends on who they are playing. Offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride said the player who has the hot hand and is ready to play will earn the carries. Ingram said they are not worried about who starts because the opportunities will be there. They want to keep a good balance and keep players as fresh as possible. Bears | Kreutz not participating Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears C Olin Kreutz (undisclosed) was not taking part in practice during the start of training camp for an undisclosed reason. It is believed to be health related. Bears | Dvoracek not participating Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears DL Dusty Dvoracek (undisclosed) was not taking part in practice during the start of training camp for an undisclosed reason. It is believed to be health related. Fantasy Baseball: Players to Buy Low Fantasy baseball owners need to pick their spots all season, and the start of the second half provides prime timing for capitalizing on deflated value. KFFL.com spotlights some of the most noteworthy buy-low candidates that should be acquired before your trade deadline. Continue reading this article.... Bears | Hester a hold out Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears WR/KR Devin Hester was a no-show for the start of training camp Wednesday, July 23. Hester is seeking a new contract. Chiefs | Flowers agrees to terms Kansas City Chiefs president Carl Peterson announced Wednesday, July 23, that the team agreed to terms with CB Brandon Flowers on a four-year deal. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The Chiefs have agreed to terms with nine of their 12 draft picks. Eagles | Westbrook led league in yards from scrimmage Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook led the National Football League in yards from scrimmage last season. Westbrook wants a new contract but negotiations have been slow. Eagles | McNabb finished season strong Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb won the final three games of the season. McNabb threw five touchdowns, one interception and had a 65 percent completion percentage. Eagles | Must find consistency in offense and defense Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports the Philadelphia Eagles finished 8-8, which was last in the NFC East but allowed the fewest points in the division. The Eagles' offense finished sixth in the NFL in total yards last season, 17th in total points and 24th in red zone production. Eagles | Dawkins likely in last year Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles FS Brian Dawkins is likely in his last year with the team. Eagles | Thomas likely in last year Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles OT Tra Thomas is likely in his last year with the team. Eagles | Runyan likely in last year Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles OT Jon Runyan is likely in his last year with the team. Eagles | McNabb struggling to stay healthy Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb (shoulder) has missed 15 starts in the last three seasons because of numerous injuries. Eagles trainer Rick Burkholder put McNabb on an intense workout program that includes stretching and rest. Head coach Andy Reid will have McNabb on a throw count throughout summer. McNabb is 17-16 in 33 regular-season starts since Super Bowl XXXIX. Eagles | McNabb feels team can compete in NFC Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb (shoulder) feels like the Eagles can compete with any team in the NFC. "We beat the Cowboys last year, and we should have beaten them in the first game," said McNabb. "The Redskins, we should have beaten them the first time. The Giants, we should have beaten them both times. It's not just teams in our division; it's the NFC, period. I feel like we can compete with all of them. If you ask those teams, they'll tell you the same, that we have the type of team you have to look out for." Fantasy Baseball Midseason Rankings Released Ready to make your second-half surge in fantasy baseball? Need to find out which players you should hang on to or start shopping? KFFL's Fantasy Baseball Midseason Rankings are here! Check out the Top 100 options along with our Mixed Fantasy Baseball Cheat Sheet today. Giants | Coughlin and Brunell could not win Super Bowl Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin and New Orleans Saints QB Mark Brunell made 117 starts together without winning a Super Bowl, which is the second-most of any quarterback and coach combination. Saints | Coughlin and Brunell could not win Super Bowl Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin and New Orleans Saints QB Mark Brunell made 117 starts together without winning a Super Bowl, which is the second-most of any quarterback and coach combination. NFL | Levy and Kelly could not win Super Bowl Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports former Buffalo Bills head coach Marv Levy and former QB Jim Kelly made 151 starts together without winning a Super Bowl, which is the most of any quarterback and coach combination. Eagles | Reid and McNabb on unfortunate list Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid and QB Donovan McNabb are the longest running tenure of a coach and a quarterback without winning a Super Bowl. Reid and McNabb have made 112 starts together without winning a Super Bowl. Eagles | McNabb appears to be fine Sal Paolantonio, of ESPN.com, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb (shoulder) was throwing passes to wide receivers Wednesday, July 23, and appeared to have no lingering problems with tendonitis in his throwing shoulder. Lions | Dizon close to signing Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Lions are close to signing LB Jordon Dizon. Lions | Cherilus close to signing Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Lions are close to signing OT Gosder Cherilus. Vikings | Sullivan signs The Sports Network reports the Minnesota Vikings signed C John Sullivan Wednesday, July 23. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Vikings | Booty signs The Sports Network reports the Minnesota Vikings signed QB John David Booty Wednesday, July 23. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. NFL | Goodell to serve as mediator Chris Mortensen, of ESPN, reports NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is serving as mediator between the Green Bay Packers and QB Brett Favre. Goodell said it is disturbing the way the public battle between the team and Favre was happening and said it reflected bad on the NFL. Impact Analysis | WR Chad Johnson, Cincinnati Bengals Cincinnati Bengals wideout Chad Johnson is widely considered a No. 1 fantasy receiver. According to KFFL's average draft position tool, Johnson is being selected in the middle of the third round. The question is, is Johnson worth spending a third-round pick on and are there other players that offer more value being drafted after him? Continue reading this article.... Bears | Williams made 33 consecutive starts Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears OT Chris Williams appeared in 36 games at left tackle and left guard in college. Williams made 33 consecutive starts to end his college career. Bears | Picks signed The Associated Press reports the Chicago Bears have signed all of their 2008 NFL Draft picks. Redskins | Jansen not over Michigan loss Matthew J. Darnell, of Yahoo! Sports, reports Washington Redskins OT Jon Jansen, a University of Michigan alum, is making rookie OG Kerry Brown, an Appalachian State alum, carry his helmet because Jansen is still not over the 34-32 victory Appalachian State had over Michigan last season. Seahawks | Atkins switches numbers Clare Farnsworth, of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, reports Seattle Seahawks DL Baraka Atkins switched from No. 98 to No. 59, so LB Julian Peterson could wear No. 98. Seahawks | Peterson switches numbers Clare Farnsworth, of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, reports Seattle Seahawks LB Julian Peterson will wear No. 98 in 2008 after wearing No. 59 the past two seasons. DL Baraka Atkins switched from No. 98 to No. 59. Bears | St. Clair to start camp at left tackle Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears OT John St. Clair is expected to start training camp with the first team at left tackle. However, OT Chris Williams should replace him quickly. Bears | Williams agrees to terms Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports Chicago Bears OT Chris Williams agreed to terms on a five-year contract Wednesday, July 23, before the team's first training camp session. It is uncertain if Williams will have the paperwork and physical completed in time to participate in the practice. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Chargers | Parker released Casey Pearce, of Chargers.com, reports the San Diego Chargers released WR Eric Parker Wednesday, July 23. Browns | Hall signs The Associated Press reports the Cleveland Browns signed DL Alex Hall to a four-year deal Tuesday, July 22. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Browns | Hubbard signs The Associated Press reports the Cleveland Browns signed WR Paul Hubbard to a four-year deal Tuesday, July 22. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Mock Draft Central | Knowledge is Power Think Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden is this season's Adrian Peterson? Would it shock you to know he's been drafted as high as 27th overall and as low as 68th overall? Find out the latest fantasy draft information on McFadden and the entire 2008 draft class with Mock Draft Central's Average Draft Position (ADP) data & Trend Reports generated from thousands of completed mock drafts. Mock Draft Central
– where fantasy players go pro! [ Browns | Rubin signs The Associated Press reports the Cleveland Browns signed DL Ahtyba Rubin to a four-year deal Tuesday, July 22. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Browns | Rucker signs The Associated Press reports the Cleveland Browns signed fourth-round draft pick TE Martin Rucker to a four-year deal Tuesday, July 22. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Browns | Bell signs The Associated Press reports the Cleveland Browns signed fourth-round draft pick LB Beau Bell to a four-year deal Tuesday, July 22. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Redskins | Portis unlikely to play in preseason opener ESPN.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (ankle) is unlikely to participate in the team's preseason opener. NFL | Bush honors Russert The Associated Press reports President George W. Bush signed a bill honoring the late NBC newsman Tim Russert by naming a part of a highway in New York after him. Chiefs | Talks ongoing with Dorsey Bill Williamson, of ESPN.com, reports the Kansas City Chiefs have been talking with the agent for DL Glenn Dorsey for several weeks in efforts to reach a contract agreement before the start of the team's training camp Friday, July 25. Redskins | Collins to be backup Clark Judge, of CBSSports.com, reports Washington Redskins QB Todd Collins is the team's backup quarterback and has virtually no chance of taking the starting duties away from QB Jason Campbell. Head coach Jim Zorn said that Collins will remain the backup even if he outplays Campbell during training camp and the preseason. Cardinals | Rodgers-Cromartie close to reaching deal Updating a previous report, Mike Tulumello, of the East Valley Tribune, reports the Arizona Cardinals are close to reaching a contract agreement with CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt. Cardinals | Warner unlikely to receive extension Mike Tulumello, of the East Valley Tribune, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner is unlikely to receive a contract extension before the start of training camp, according to Warner's agent. Lions | Did not pursue Taylor or Shockey Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Lions did not pursue Washington Redskins DL Jason Taylor or New Orleans Saints TE Jeremy Shockey in a possible trade, according to Lions head coach Rod Marinelli. Impact Analysis | RB Kevin Jones, Chicago Bears The Chicago Bears signed running back Kevin Jones to a one-year contract to help bolster their backfield depth, which was suspect following the reason of halfback Cedric Benson in early June. Continue reading this story.... Lions | Hope to sign Spikes before camp Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports the Detroit Lions hope to sign free-agent LB Takeo Spikes (Eagles) before the start of training camp Thursday, July 24. Spikes visited the team recently. Head coach Rod Marinelli said Spikes could compete on the strong side and in nickel situations. Buccaneers | Simms asked about Favre Rick Stroud, of the St. Petersburg Times, reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers asked QB Chris Simms how he thinks retired QB Brett Favre would handle the team's offense. "He asked me questions about Brett Favre," Simms said. "He asked if I felt Brett would be able to come back and be good here if he didn't have a lot of reps in training camp. I said I thought he would but there would have to be some compromise with coach (Jon) Gruden." Steelers | Parker expected to be healthy for camp Scott Brown, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports Pittsburgh Steelers RB Willie Parker (leg) is expected to be at full speed for the start of the team's training camp, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. Steelers | Polamalu expected to be healthy for camp Scott Brown, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports Pittsburgh Steelers LB Troy Polamalu (knee) is expected to 100 percent healthy for the start of the team's training camp, according to head coach Mike Tomlin. Broncos | J. Williams could compete for dime position Mike Klis, of The Denver Post, reports Denver Broncos CB Jack Williams could receive a chance to compete for the team's dime position. Broncos | J. Williams contract update Updating a previous report, Mike Klis, of The Denver Post, reports the Denver Broncos agreed to a four-year deal with CB Jack Williams Tuesday, July 22. He will receive a guaranteed signing bonus of $450,000. NFL | Goodell wants Favre situation to be resolved Kevin Seifert, of ESPN.com, reports NFL commissioner Roger Goodell wants the Green Bay Packers and retired QB Brett Favre to resolve their current situation. Goodell has spoken to both Favre and the Packers and is encouraging them to move forward. Rams | Two draft picks remained unsigned The Associated Press reports the St. Louis Rams only have two draft picks that remain unsigned. Bills | Bowen agrees to deal Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports the Buffalo Bills agreed to a four-year deal with fifth-round draft pick LB Alvin Bowen Wednesday, July 23. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. Rams | Pace will not be rushed back The Associated Press reports the St. Louis Rams do not plan on rushing OT Orlando Pace (shoulder) back into action before the season. The team has set a target for his return at Aug. 9, the team's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Impact Analysis | QB Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning has been the definition of durability over his 10-year career. He started all 16 games for the 10th straight season in 2007, and he has now played in 160 consecutive regular seaosn games; the most by any active quarterback. Continue reading this story.... Eagles | McNabb to be limited in camp The Associated Press reports the Philadelphia Eagles will keep a close eye on QB Donovan McNabb (shoulder) and will give him more rest in practice, according to head coach Andy Reid. Bears | Urlacher feels fine Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears LB Brian Urlacher (neck) said he feels fine after undergoing offseason neck surgery. He has not felt any negative effects from the surgery and has been cleared to practice in the team's training camp. Bears | Bradley expected to be on field Wednesday Larry Mayer, of ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears WR Mark Bradley (knee) is expected to be on the field for the team's training camp Wednesday, July 23. Ravens | Heap reports Tuesday Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap reported to the team's training camp Tuesday, July 22, but did not practice. Ravens | Cousins involved in several arguments Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens OL Oniel Cousins has already been involved in several shoving incidents during the team's training camp. Ravens | Reitz a long shot to make squad Mike Preston, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Joe Reitz is a long shot to make the team this year. Bears | C. Williams expected to sign soon The Associated Press reports Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith expects OT Chris Williams to sign soon. Patriots | Kaczur pleads guilty The Associated Press reports New England Patriots OL Nick Kaczur pleaded guilty Tuesday, July 22, to speeding in a deal with prosecutors, which will put a misdemeanor drug possession charge on hold. Kaczur must pay $355 in fines and fees. The drug possession charge will be dropped if Kaczur stays out of trouble for the next six months. He must also comply with any type of treatment or assistance program imposed by the Patriots. Cowboys | Glenn situation to be resolved before camp Updating a previous report, ESPN.com reports the standoff between the Dallas Cowboys and WR Terry Glenn (knee) reportedly will be resolved before the start of the team's training camp Thursday, July 24, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. The team could still release Glenn as well. Colts | Santi expected to open camp on PUP list The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts TE Tom Santi (knee) is expected to open training camp on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an infected bursa sac. Fantasy Baseball: Players to Buy Low Fantasy baseball owners need to pick their spots all season, and the start of the second half provides prime timing for capitalizing on deflated value. KFFL.com spotlights some of the most noteworthy buy-low candidates that should be acquired before your trade deadline. Continue reading this article.... Colts | Pollak close to agreement The Associated Press reports the Indianapolis Colts are close to reaching an agreement with OG Mike Pollak. Colts | Hagler expected to be ready for season opener The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts LB Tyjuan Hagler (pectoral) is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season. Colts | Lilja expected to be ready for season opener The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts OG Ryan Lilja (knee) is expected to be ready for the start of the regular season. Vikings | Interviewed by league regarding tampering charges ESPN.com reports the NFL's security department interviewed Minnesota Vikings officials Tuesday, July 22, regarding tampering charges that the Green Bay Packers filed over retired QB Brett Favre, according to the Minneapolis Star Tribune. A report from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel said that Favre used a cell phone issued by the Packers to contact Vikings head coach Brad Childress and offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell. Vikings | T. Johnson signs Judd Zulgad, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Vikings signed SS Tyrell Johnson to a four-year deal for the minimum rookie salary Wednesday, July 23. Johnson will receive a one-time incentive bonus of $600,000 if he is on the field for 35 percent of the defensive snaps this season or 45 percent of the defensive snaps in 2009.
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