NFL Report Sunday - The Orange Mane

HEAV · 07-03-2005, 12:53 PM

Team sources tell us the Patriots are unlikely to redo the contract to Richard Seymour's liking. And player sources continue to tell us Seymour will dig in for what could be a prolonged holdout. There's nearly a month to go before the start of training camp and much could change, but the Patriots say they feel good about potential replacements for Seymour, especially Jarvis Green, who has a chance to prove he can be a top-echelon defensive lineman as he heads into his unrestricted free agent season.

When Buffalo Bills president Tom Donahoe was asked about the status of running back Travis Henry last week, he responded, "He's available.'' He then jokingly added, "Are you interested?'' Donahoe can't figure out why he's having so much trouble trading Henry, who became expendable when he lost the starting running back job to Willis McGahee last year. When Henry asked to be traded at the end of last year, Donahoe asked for a second-round pick for him. After finding no takers, he lowered his demand to a third-round pick. "We're not going to budge. We feel we've already lessened the asking price. We don't think we could go below that. We think we're giving away for a three,'' Donahoe said. "We think that a three is pretty fair for a starting caliber running back, somebody who's been to the Pro Bowl. It's been perplexing to us why we haven't been able to get it done.''

Lions coach Steve Mariucci won't hesitate to go to Jeff Garcia if Joey Harrington struggles early. And if that happens, Harrington won't be with the Lions next season.

Ty Law still has the Buccaneers, Jets, Colts, Steelers, and Jaguars on hold, with offers in hand from most of them. He'll wind up at one of those places (and don't rule out the Browns), but he might have to set his salary sights slightly lower.

The Seahawks have sent mixed messages about their desire to add a veteran quarterback to back up Matt Hasselbeck, probably because the team has mixed feelings on the subject. Coaches compliment backup Seneca Wallace on his progress, despite his inexperience. Entering his third season after a career at Iowa State, Wallace has yet to throw a pass in a regular-season game. The list of free-agent options could be unappealing. Jeff George, who filled the veteran backup role for Seattle in 2002, remains unsigned, as do Kordell Stewart, Jim Miller, Quincy Carter, Vinny Testaverde and Jeff Blake.

HEAV · 07-03-2005, 12:55 PM

Bob LaMonte, the agent for coaches and front office personnel, says Rick Spielman, who resigned as Miami's general manager after seeing the handwriting on the wall in the new Nick Saban regime, has a ''good chance of landing somewhere" before the start of the season. Front office jobs are tough to come by and Spielman is unlikely to be a GM again so soon. While Spielman and Patriots vice president of player personnel Scott Pioli are friends, it doesn't appear there will be an opening in New England.

Roman Phifer, working out at his gym near Los Angeles Friday, said he has not turned in his retirement papers and may still look to play this season. Phifer, recovering from shoulder surgery, has no idea how things will turn out. His locker is still in place at Gillette Stadium; could that be telling? The Patriots have a plethora of linebackers, and Phifer may be a fallback.

There is cautious optimism in the Jets' camp. And why not? They appear to be on the verge of big things, provided quarterback Chad Pennington, who underwent surgery in February to repair a torn right rotator cuff, can rehab sufficiently to regain the zip on his normally accurate passes. ''I don't want to say we could be good or great," said Jets guard Pete Kendall. ''I just think we can be competitive in games like we were last year, but maybe now we can get the extra 3 points we need when we need it. I see 16 games that we could win and I see 16 games we could lose. That's just the NFL."

Steelers QB Charlie Batch's financial investment in his hometown, though impressive, isn't what is significant. This is a guy who received a $10 million signing bonus from the Detroit Lions before the 2000 season. What really matters is the time Batch is putting in. On most Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, he's at the playground, supervising the 50 volunteers who help with the league, settling disputes, handing out discipline when it's needed and being the closest thing to a role model that many of the players have. There are six games each night. More than 200 youths, ages 7-18, are involved. "I didn't just want my name on this thing," Batch said. It's important that the players see Batch. "I came from the same streets," he said. "I have my high school diploma and a college degree. Don't tell me that you can't do it. Don't ever tell me that."

watermock · 07-03-2005, 01:46 PM

That's the news? It might as well be a report on watching Tony Snow die.

Here is Mock's news.

Jerry Glandsville was annointed at NBC to give NFL highlights on late sunday. John Madden will give color comentary.

John Rocker, recently released by the who knows who, will champion the "We Understad Your Anger" charity roast in Tuson.

Mock will download the film, "Steinbrenner lops off the head of loyal Torre" video...this will make Al Queda blush.

Bush will nominate Al Gore to replace Connor to placate democrats as he tries to run for a third term.

Sandra Day O'Connor will run for President.

The Martians will see War of the Worlds and decide we are ripe for invasion. They bring gas masks.

Mt. McKinley will erupt, spewing all hells bowels on the planet.

The Pope will release financial records, in a fire.

Mike Shanahan will hire Art Shell to be the offensive coordinator.

Jake Plummer will throw an NFL record 28 interceptions, but lead the Broncos to the SuperBowl. He is summarily strung by piano wire and his ring given to the leader of the KGB.

The Demorats will posture for so long that three nominees die of old age.

Circut Courts will rule that if you blink, your Public Domain subject to bulldozing for "the tax base:.

Bill Clinton will give a true confession on his death bed. Hillary will run for President.

HEAV · 07-03-2005, 02:23 PM

It's the slow part of July..........

Kaylore · 07-03-2005, 02:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HEAV

It's the slow part of July..........

Mini Camp is in three days.

SoCalBronco · 07-03-2005, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaylore

Mini Camp is in three days.

khan,
do you know if this one is going to be open to the media? im getting tired of seeing nothing to read at the DPO and RMN.

07-03-2005, 12:53 PM	#1
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	NFL Report Sunday Team sources tell us the Patriots are unlikely to redo the contract to Richard Seymour's liking. And player sources continue to tell us Seymour will dig in for what could be a prolonged holdout. There's nearly a month to go before the start of training camp and much could change, but the Patriots say they feel good about potential replacements for Seymour, especially Jarvis Green, who has a chance to prove he can be a top-echelon defensive lineman as he heads into his unrestricted free agent season. When Buffalo Bills president Tom Donahoe was asked about the status of running back Travis Henry last week, he responded, "He's available.'' He then jokingly added, "Are you interested?'' Donahoe can't figure out why he's having so much trouble trading Henry, who became expendable when he lost the starting running back job to Willis McGahee last year. When Henry asked to be traded at the end of last year, Donahoe asked for a second-round pick for him. After finding no takers, he lowered his demand to a third-round pick. "We're not going to budge. We feel we've already lessened the asking price. We don't think we could go below that. We think we're giving away for a three,'' Donahoe said. "We think that a three is pretty fair for a starting caliber running back, somebody who's been to the Pro Bowl. It's been perplexing to us why we haven't been able to get it done.'' Lions coach Steve Mariucci won't hesitate to go to Jeff Garcia if Joey Harrington struggles early. And if that happens, Harrington won't be with the Lions next season. Ty Law still has the Buccaneers, Jets, Colts, Steelers, and Jaguars on hold, with offers in hand from most of them. He'll wind up at one of those places (and don't rule out the Browns), but he might have to set his salary sights slightly lower. The Seahawks have sent mixed messages about their desire to add a veteran quarterback to back up Matt Hasselbeck, probably because the team has mixed feelings on the subject. Coaches compliment backup Seneca Wallace on his progress, despite his inexperience. Entering his third season after a career at Iowa State, Wallace has yet to throw a pass in a regular-season game. The list of free-agent options could be unappealing. Jeff George, who filled the veteran backup role for Seattle in 2002, remains unsigned, as do Kordell Stewart, Jim Miller, Quincy Carter, Vinny Testaverde and Jeff Blake.

07-03-2005, 01:46 PM	#3
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	That's the news? It might as well be a report on watching Tony Snow die. Here is Mock's news. Jerry Glandsville was annointed at NBC to give NFL highlights on late sunday. John Madden will give color comentary. John Rocker, recently released by the who knows who, will champion the "We Understad Your Anger" charity roast in Tuson. Mock will download the film, "Steinbrenner lops off the head of loyal Torre" video...this will make Al Queda blush. Bush will nominate Al Gore to replace Connor to placate democrats as he tries to run for a third term. Sandra Day O'Connor will run for President. The Martians will see War of the Worlds and decide we are ripe for invasion. They bring gas masks. Mt. McKinley will erupt, spewing all hells bowels on the planet. The Pope will release financial records, in a fire. Mike Shanahan will hire Art Shell to be the offensive coordinator. Jake Plummer will throw an NFL record 28 interceptions, but lead the Broncos to the SuperBowl. He is summarily strung by piano wire and his ring given to the leader of the KGB. The Demorats will posture for so long that three nominees die of old age. Circut Courts will rule that if you blink, your Public Domain subject to bulldozing for "the tax base:. Bill Clinton will give a true confession on his death bed. Hillary will run for President. Last edited by watermock; 07-03-2005 at 01:49 PM..

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HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	Bob LaMonte, the agent for coaches and front office personnel, says Rick Spielman, who resigned as Miami's general manager after seeing the handwriting on the wall in the new Nick Saban regime, has a ''good chance of landing somewhere" before the start of the season. Front office jobs are tough to come by and Spielman is unlikely to be a GM again so soon. While Spielman and Patriots vice president of player personnel Scott Pioli are friends, it doesn't appear there will be an opening in New England. Roman Phifer, working out at his gym near Los Angeles Friday, said he has not turned in his retirement papers and may still look to play this season. Phifer, recovering from shoulder surgery, has no idea how things will turn out. His locker is still in place at Gillette Stadium; could that be telling? The Patriots have a plethora of linebackers, and Phifer may be a fallback. There is cautious optimism in the Jets' camp. And why not? They appear to be on the verge of big things, provided quarterback Chad Pennington, who underwent surgery in February to repair a torn right rotator cuff, can rehab sufficiently to regain the zip on his normally accurate passes. ''I don't want to say we could be good or great," said Jets guard Pete Kendall. ''I just think we can be competitive in games like we were last year, but maybe now we can get the extra 3 points we need when we need it. I see 16 games that we could win and I see 16 games we could lose. That's just the NFL." Steelers QB Charlie Batch's financial investment in his hometown, though impressive, isn't what is significant. This is a guy who received a $10 million signing bonus from the Detroit Lions before the 2000 season. What really matters is the time Batch is putting in. On most Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings, he's at the playground, supervising the 50 volunteers who help with the league, settling disputes, handing out discipline when it's needed and being the closest thing to a role model that many of the players have. There are six games each night. More than 200 youths, ages 7-18, are involved. "I didn't just want my name on this thing," Batch said. It's important that the players see Batch. "I came from the same streets," he said. "I have my high school diploma and a college degree. Don't tell me that you can't do it. Don't ever tell me that."

07-03-2005, 02:23 PM	#4
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	It's the slow part of July..........