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Posted on March 24, 2009 by James W
Just a few interesting off-field items in the world of football…
The Dallas Cowboys, who are on schedule to debut their new stadium in week 2 of this season, are still looking for a partner to purchase the naming rights to the new building.
Michael Vick, who is due to be released to a halfway house in the near future, has signed an agreement to work exclusively with defense attorney Daniel Meachum. The Atlanta Journal Constitution also noted that Vick wrote a book while in prison, though does not yet have a publisher.
Former Steeler and Hall of Fame receiver John Stallworth was added to a group of investors that will help Steelers owner Dan Rooney to acquire ownership shares from his brothers.
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Posted on March 17, 2009 by James W
The Cincinnati Bengals are actively shopping offensive lineman Levi Jones, an 8 year veteran who has battled injuries for the last few seasons. It is believed that if the team can not find a deal he will be released.
The Arizona Cardinals have re-signed linebacker Clark Haggans to a three year deal. The 10 year veteran played in 11 games last season before being placed on injured reserve with a foot injury.
The Washington Redskins signed defensive lineman Renaldo Wynn, who formerly played for the team from 2002 through 2005. Wynn was a backup on the Giants last season and played for the Saints in 2007.
The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed cornerback Fernando Bryant and offensive lineman Trai Essex to one and two year deals respectively.
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Posted on March 11, 2009 by James W
The St Louis Rams released tackle Orlando Pace but signed fullback Mike Karney to a three year contract who spent the last five seasons with the New Orleans Saints to be a lead blocker for Steven Jackson.
The Pittsburgh Steelers re-signed tackle Willie Colon to a one year deal worth just over $2 million.
The San Diego Chargers signed linebacker Kevin Burnett, formerly of the Cowboys, to a two year deal. Burnett provides depth at the linebacker position as well as some special teams ability to the Bolts.
The Eagles added another saftey to help fill the void left by Brian Dawkins, signing Rashad Baker, formerly of the Oakland Raiders, to a one year deal.
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Posted on February 27, 2009 by James W
A few more free agency signings from a busy opening day…
Starting quarterback Kerry Collins re-signs with the Tennessee Titans. A good move for both Collins and the team. Unless a desperate team needed to break the bank, a 2 year 15 million deal for the aging veteran is a good haul for Collins.
Steelers guard Chris Kemoeatu spurned an offer from the the New York Jets and signed a $20 million, five year deal to remain with the Super Bowl champions.
The Denver Broncos filled their running back need by signing signed Correll Buckhalter and JJ Arrington to presumably split time next season. Just when fantasy owners thought the Denver running back situation may clear up.
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