May 2005 - Football Wiretap
Manning's Injury Just A Sprain
Dr. Russell Warren diagnosed the injury to quarterback Eli Manning's right elbow as a sprain.
Patriots Acquire Andre' Davis From Browns
?We felt it was a situation where there was value and where the player could potentially help,? Patriots coach Bill Belichick said.
Ward Deal Getting Closer
Hines Ward has been staying away from his contract negotiations, but the WR believes that a new deal is close to being completed.
Panic In The Meadowlands On Eli's Elbow
Acknowledging that the team is "very concerned" about the sprained elbow suffered by Eli Manning on Saturday night, further tests will be done to settle on an opinion about the extent of the injury.
Gates Plans Return To Chargers' Line-Up
"We're going to play for the $380,000. We're willing to negotiate up until the first game of the season. After that, Antonio doesn't want to deal with it," said his agent.
Thomas Herrion Dies Following Game
San Francisco offensive lineman Thomas Herrion collapsed in the locker room and died Sunday morning, shortly after the 49ers played the Denver Broncos in a preseason game. He was 23.
Gates Camp Still Silent
Antonio Gates, who caught 10 touchdowns in 2004, an NFL record, wants to be paid as much as Tony Gonzalez and Todd Heap, but the Chargers have been firm in the negotiations.
Nolan Refutes Rumor That Newberry Will Miss 2005
Refuting a rumor that Jeremy Newberry would miss the season because of his knee injury, coach Mike Nolan said nothing has changed in his center's status.
Raiders Lose Sam Williams For The Season
Starting linebacker Sam Williams will the miss the season after tearing the ACL in his left knee, the San Jose Mercury News reported.
Moss Admits Marijuana Use
Oakland Raiders receiver Randy Moss admits he has used marijuana since entering the NFL seven years ago and still smokes it "every blue moon."
Chargers Deliver Gates An Ultimatum
In order to avoid a suspension, the Chargers have told Antonio Gates that he will need to either sign a new multiyear deal or the $380,000, one-year contract he was tendered a free agent.
Rams? CB Jerametrius Butler Out For 2005
Mike Martz is entering a critical year and after seeing a specialist in New York, Jerametrius Butler has opted for season-ending surgery, damaging the Rams' secondary.
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