Archive for the ‘Topix’ Category

Linehan set to go to work

Friday, May 9th, 2008

"I think we'll see in about three years"

The St. Louis Rams' three-day mandatory minicamp that begins Friday is an indication that coach Scott Linehan is not taking the long view. via Belleville News-Democrat

Former Patriots Employee Sends Tapes To NFL

Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Former Patriots video assistant Matt Walsh sent the NFL eight videotapes that show New England violated league rules by recording the playcalling signals of coaches for opposing teams. via Channel3000.com

Judd Garrett will join Cowboys scouting department

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

BY CLARENCE E. HILL JR. IRVING -- Although it is not yet official, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Judd Garrett will join the scouting department as the team's assistant director of pro personnel.The position ... via Star-telegram.com

TRANSCRIPT: Bryan Burwell’s live chat

Monday, May 5th, 2008

Bryan Burwell recently interviewed Rams defensive lineman Leonard Little about how Little is trying to pay his debt for being involved in a drunk-driving accident that killed a local woman in 1998. via STLtoday

Notebook: Havner welcomes Chillar signing

Saturday, May 3rd, 2008

"They've got enough good linebackers. I have to show them that I can be something."

Spencer Havner had to have mixed emotions when the Packers signed linebacker Brandon Chillar in March. via WisInfo

NFL Draft 2008 - Round 3

Friday, May 2nd, 2008

I'll limit my coverage of the second day of the 2008 NFL draft to summaries from ESPN and Scouts, Inc . via OTB Sports

Rams decide to cut their ties with tight end Byrd

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

After adding 21 players - eight draft choices and 13 rookie free agents - to the fold, the Rams have made a significant subtraction from their roster. via St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Mr. Relevant: Chris Long comes to St. Louis

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

"There has been a lot of questions, and a lot of the same answers"

Top draft pick Chris Long on Sunday with Rams co-owners Lucia Rodriguez and Chip Rosebloom and Rams coach Scott Linehan. via STLtoday

Wildcats, Jayhawks get free-agent looks

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

"As the draft unfolds, that's going to dictate what your approach is going to be."

Two players from Kansas and two from Kansas State made rookie free agent deals Monday. via Kansas.com

49ers, Raiders lose their magic touch in developing receivers

Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

"Russell-to-Schilens overtakes Manning-to-Harrison on NFL Touchdown Chart."

REMEMBER THE good ol' days, when the 49ers and Raiders would draft wide receivers, develop them and ride them to victory? Well, in this era of losing seasons, our plucky little teams have been opening NFL ... via Inside Bay Area

Rams cut Byrd, sign 13 rookie free agents

Monday, April 28th, 2008

Tight end Dominique Byrd's troubled stay with the Rams came to an end when he was released Monday, a day after team officials emphasized how strong a role character played in their draft choices over the ... via STLtoday

St. Louis Rams 2008 NFL Draft Review

Monday, April 28th, 2008

Louis chose wisely in selecting Long, who will team with Leonard Little to make the Rams' pass rush that much scarier. via Sports Network

Dolphins formally draft offensive tackle Jake Long

Sunday, April 27th, 2008

"I knew that I was going to be a St. Louis Ram when you guys knew. "It was a huge adrenaline rush. Best moment of my life."

The Miami Dolphins officially made Michigan offensive tackle Jake Long the number one selection in Saturday's National Football League draft. via Reuters

Rams pick offensive tackle in the third round

Sunday, April 27th, 2008

Continuing to fill needs, the St. Louis Rams took Toledo offensive tackle John Greco in the third round of the 2008 NFL Draft. via Belleville News

At Tackle, the Pool Is Not Only Long, but Deep

Saturday, April 26th, 2008

"You just have to see how it plays out over time. All these guys have their strengths and weaknesses. What you don't know is how much those weaknesses will be exploited over time after they get into the league. We'll just have to see."

Even before the Miami Dolphins signed Jake Long of Michigan to a contract this week to make him the top overall pick in the NFL draft today, this was considered a potentially exceptional group of tackles. The expected run on them could be one of the major story lines of the draft's opening round.

'I think it's a strong class altogether,' Dolphins General Manager Jeff Ireland said. 'I think there's some good depth there. I think there could be several first-round picks, and there could be some that play for a long time in this class of tackles.' Read more