May 2009 - Football Wiretap

Report: Cowboys Facility Adviser Was Ex-Convict
A consultant who helped the Cowboys with upgrades to their collapsed practice facility last year served time in a federal prison.

ESPN

Owens Uses Twitter To Blame Romo, Garrett For Departure
Terrell Owens used his Twitter account recently to blame Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo and offensive coordinator Jason Garrett for his departure.

Dallas Morning News

Bears' Hester Compares Cutler To Jordan
Bears wide receiver Devin Hester compared new quarterback Jay Cutler to Chicago basketball legend Michael Jordan recently.

Chicago Sun-Times

Eagles Like Kolb's Progress This Spring
The Eagles threw quarterback Kevin Kolb into the fire last fall and he struggled, but they like how he looks this spring.

Morning Call

Gutierrez Hopes To Backup Brady
Matt Gutierrez knows how quickly a backup can become a starter, which is why he wants to be Tom Brady's backup in New England this season.

Boston Herald

Johnson, Wayne To Work Out With UM WRs
NFL stars Andre Johnson and Reggie Wayne plan to work out with University of Miami wide receivers this summer.

Miami Herald

Dolphins Challenge Ginn To Improve
The Dolphins are challenging young wide receiver Tedd Ginn Jr. to make significant improvements this season.

Miami Herald

Mora Mum On Vick, Is Seattle A Possible Destination?
Seahawks coach Jim Mora knows Michael Vick well, and has started rumors by not discussing the status of the quarterback.

News Tribune

Ryan: Gholston Will Be 'Major Contributor'
Jets head coach Rex Ryan believes that defensive end Vernon Gholston will be a major contributor for the club this fall.

ESPN

Five Players Will Serve Four-Game Suspensions
It was reported on Friday that a federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit against the NFL that five players unknowing took a banned substance.

ABC 26

Saints' Jenkins Wants To Play Cornerback
Malcolm Jenkins is hoping to play cornerback as a rookie for the Saints, but safety appears to be a possibilty as well.

Pro Football Weekly

Report: NFL Opens Tampering Probe Of Redskins
The NFL is investigating whether the Redskins committed tampering in their pursuit of defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth, according to Yahoo! Sports.

ESPN

'Refrigerator' Perry Released From Hospital
William "The Refrigerator" Perry has been released from the hospital after a month-long stay.

ESPN

Harvin Impresses At Vikings' Camp
Rookie wide receiver Percy Harvin impressed the Vikings at their OTAs this week.

Star Tribune

Gisele Pregnant With Brady's Second Child
It was reported on Friday that model Gisele Bundchen is pregnant with the child of Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.

New York Daily News

Springsteen To Close Out Giants Stadium
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band will be the last musical act to play at Giants Stadium.

Digital Spy

Source: Cowboys Seeking Deal For Ellis
The Cowboys have reportedly reached out to two clubs to gauge their interest in veteran linebacker Greg Ellis.

ESPN

Judge Rejects Most Of Williamses' Claims
A federal judge has dismissed most of the claims by two Vikings facing suspension over their positive test for a banned diuretic.

ESPN

Bush, Kardashian Are Headed Towards Marriage
Saints running back Reggie Bush and Kim Kardashian are expected to wed very soon, but not quite yet.

Entertainment And Showbiz

Crumpler: Vick Deserves Second Chance
Titans tight end Alge Crumpler, a former teammate of Michael Vick with the Falcons, wants to see the quarterback receive a second chance.

Tennessean

Bulluck Doesn't Think Future Is With Titans
Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck doesn't believe that he'll be with the club past this season.

Tennessean

Redskins, State Lottery Announce Deal
The Redskins are the second NFL team to announce a partnership with a state lottery, taking advantage of a new league rule.

ESPN

Dog Owned By Harrison Attacks His Son
A pit bull owned by Steelers linebacker James Harrison bit his 2-year-old son in the thigh.

ESPN

Texans' McNair In Favor Of Expanded Season
Texans owner Robert McNair is in favor of an expanded NFL season that would include fewer preseason games.

Houston Chronicle

Jets Have Fun With Sanchez's GQ Shoot
Rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez braced for some ridicule in the wake of a GQ photo shoot that hit newsstands earlier this week.

NFL.com

Palmer: Chad Is Pretty Much Gone
Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer took a swipe at receiver Chad Ochocinco earlier this week on the Sirius NFL Radio "Movin' The Chains" show.

ESPN

Edwards: I Want To Remain With Browns
Wide receiver Braylon Edwards has opened up about offseason trade rumors, saying that he wants to remain in Cleveland.

Cleveland Plain Dealer

Dallas Isn't Interested In Vick
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said on Thursday that he isn't interested in obtaining quarterback Michael Vick.

Dallas Morning News

Jones To End Holdout, Report Next Week
Jets running back Thomas Jones has decided to end his holdout, and will report to camp next week.

New York Daily News

Cowboys Mull Trading Or Releasing Ellis
The Cowboys are reportedly thinking about either trading or releasing veteran linebacker Greg Ellis.

Dallas Morning News