May 2006 - Football Wiretap
Seattle May Make Hutchinson Franchise Player
Steve Hutchinson is the leading candidate for the Seahawks' franchise tag, as Alexander's expiring contract stipulates that he cannot be franchised by the team.
Raiders Bring Back One Of Their Own
After considering outsiders such as Ken Whisenhunt, Bobby Petrino and Mike Martz, the Raiders went with one of their own and hired Art Shell as their new coach.
Chargers Make Initial Offer To Brees
The Chargers have made their initial offer for a long-term contract to quarterback Drew Brees' agent, General Manager A.J. Smith confirmed yesterday.
Texans To Keep Carr Through 2008
The Texans have finally exercised the $8 million option that extends quarterback David Carr's contract through the 2008 season, a person close to the team said today.
A Shell Return?
Former Raiders coach Art Shell has now emerged as the front-runner to return to his former job. Bobby Petrino turned down an $18 million offer on Wednesday.
Whisenhunt Turns Down Raiders, Stays With Pittsburgh
After having a good visit Wednesday with Raiders boss Al Davis, Steelers offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt informed the Raiders that he would stay with the Steelers.
Jets Expected To Deal Abraham
The Jets are $26 million over the projected cap ($92 million), and that doesn't include the $8 million it will cost to put the franchise tag on John Abraham.
Lions Finally Hire Martz
Former Rams coach Mike Martz became Lions offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Wednesday, a week after he turned down the job for financial reasons.
Alexander Just After A 'Fair' Deal
"The most important thing to me is just fair. When everybody is fair, no one holds anything back," Shaun Alexander said just hours before departing to Honolulu for the Pro Bowl.
Tirico, Theismann And Kornheiser To Begin New Era Of MNF
MNF institution Al Michaels has left ABC and Mike Tirico, Joe Theismann and Tony Kornheiser will be part of a three-man booth calling the games.
Alexander:
"I want to be here," Shaun Alexander said after the game. "I've said that from the very beginning."
Randle El Wants To Play QB?
The Bears can and will pursue wide receiver / quarterback / return man Antwaan Randle El, now an unrestricted free agent.
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