August 2011

Bears extend contract offer to Matt Forte

August 31, 2011
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One day after the 49ers’ Frank Gore received his long-awaited contract extension, the Bears are about to follow suit with their own star running back. Sources tell Michael C. Wright of ESPNChicago.com that the Bears are very much in the thick of contract negotiations with Matt Forte, and have offered him a deal that includes [...]

Rams re-sign Mark Clayton; placed on PUP

August 31, 2011
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Wednesday proved to be a bittersweet day for wide receiver Mark Clayton. After several weeks on the open market, he finally landed a new contract, but now could potentially miss the first six weeks of the regular season. According to reports, the Rams re-signed Clayton to a one-year contract. He made the announcement official on [...]

Jeremy Maclin declares himself ready for opener

August 31, 2011
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After a scary close call during training camp, Eagles receiver Jeremy Maclin has announced he’s all systems go for Opening Day. Maclin confirmed to ESPN’s Sal Paolantonio on Tuesday that he will indeed be in the starting lineup for the September 11 season opener against the Rams. “I feel fine. I feel ready,” Maclin said. [...]

Namath: Plax will be lucky to make it through season

August 30, 2011
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Since Plaxico Burress landed in the Big Apple, many have doubted his ability to contribute to the Jets’ offense after two and a half years away from the game. Another one of Burress’ detractors came out of the woodwork today; and shockingly (or not), it’s the most recognizable man in Gang Green lore. Appearing on [...]

Chris Johnson, Titans nearing ‘breakthrough’?

August 30, 2011
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Despite exploring every avenue with Chris Johnson, the Titans have had no luck finding a middle ground in contract talks with their star running back. That could be changing very soon. Jason La Canfora of NFL Network reports the Titans continued negotiations with Johnson on Tuesday, and he “wouldn’t be shocked at all” if both [...]

Eagles ink Vick to $100 million contract

August 29, 2011
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One of the last quarterbacks in line to earn the big bucks has just broke the bank. According to Michael Lombardi of NFL Network, the Eagles and Michael Vick agreed to a six-year, $100 million contract on Monday. The new deal, which includes $40 million guaranteed, will keep Vick in Philly through the 2016 season. [...]

Bears release Chester Taylor, ask him back

August 29, 2011
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Monday proved to be a roller coaster day for Bears running back Chester Taylor, who was reportedly fired and re-hired within a matter of hours. Per ESPNChicago.com, Taylor met with coach Lovie Smith today, and was informed that he’s “no longer in the Bears’ plans.” Smith also revealed that Taylor, the tenth- year back, had [...]

Seahawks ship Kelly Jennings to Bengals

August 29, 2011
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With Pacman Jones sidelined indefinitely, the Bengals were left with a big void at the cornerback position. Luckily for Cincy, the Seahawks boasted the necessary supply to their demand. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Seahawks traded corner Kelly Jennings to the Bengals in exchange for defensive tackle Clinton McDonald. Jennings, the ‘Hawks 2006 first-round [...]

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