Alex Smith has lost the starting quarterback job in San Francisco to Shaun Hill, but he remains optimistic that he'll get a chance to prove himself this season.
May 2009 - Football Wiretap
Smith Thinks 49ers Will Still Give Him A Shot
Oakland Brings Back Napoleon Harris Four Years Later
Napoleon Harris was once dealt for Randy Moss.
Bears Perfecting Cutler's Scramble Rules
The Chicago offensive line has been greatly impressed with Jay Cutler's ability to make plays outside of the pocket.
Seahawks Cut Ties With T.J. Duckett
The Seahawks have dumped T.J. Duckett.
Players Still Support Jackson As Vikings Starter
Many Vikings still believe Tarvaris Jackson gives them the best chance to win.
Jets No Closer To Naming Starter
The Jets had hoped to name a starting quarterback following Monday's preseason game against the Ravens, but coach Rex Ryan still hasn't decided.
49ers Name Hill Starting Quarterback
The 49ers have named Shaun Hill their starting quarterback heading into the 2009 season.
Burress: Club Security Was Aware I Had Gun
Plaxico Burress says that club security at a New York nightclub knew he had a gun the night he mistakenly shot himself in the leg.
Rivers Gets 6-Year, $92M Deal
The Chargers have given Philip Rivers a new contract.
Edge Agrees To Terms With Seahawks
The Seahawks have agreed to terms with running back Edgerrin James on a one-year, $2 million deal.
Dolphins Trade Ndukwe, Alleman To Chiefs
The Dolphins have traded offensive linemen Ikechuku Ndukwe and Andy Alleman to the Chiefs.
Jets Still Looking For Help At Receiver
The Jets have had chances to land a top-flight wide receiver, but are still looking with just three weeks to go before the season starts.
Culpepper, Stafford Still Battling For Job
Quarterbacks Daunte Culpepper and Matthew Stafford are still battling it out in Detroit.
Dungy: Vick Drinking Was Out Of Line
Tony Dungy isn't happy with Michael Vick's decision to drink in public.
Childress Optimistic On Favre's Health 'Barring Car Accident'
Brad Childress is optimistic Brett Favre can remain healthy throughout the 2009 season.
Colts Wanted Hanging Videoboards Too
The Indianapolis Colts wanted to hang videoboards on Lucas Oil Stadium, but realized they couldn't when it was tested.
Coughlin Thinks Giants Are 'Over-Hyped'
Giants coach Tom Coughlin is upset with the media for "over-hyping" his team.
Cable Names Russell Oakland's Starter
Raiders coach Tom Cable named JaMarcus Russell as the team's starting quarterback on Sunday.
Vikings Don't Want To Overwork Favre
The Vikings want Brett Favre to develop chemistry with his receivers, but don't want to overwork the quarterback in the process.
Morris Puts Quarterback Battle In 'Overtime'
Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris didn't name a starting quarterback on Sunday as originally planned.
Gaffney Becoming Orton's Favorite Target
Jabar Gaffney has become Denver quarterback Kyle Orton's favorite target recently.
Ravens Rookie Arrested As Cell Phone Is Mistaken For Gun
Ravens undrafted rookie linebacker Tony Fein was arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer on Sunday.
Eagles Respond To Vick Alcohol Report
The Eagles have responded to an internet report that Michael Vick has violated the terms of his reinstatement by drinking.
Jackson Ups Trade Value With Performance
Tarvaris Jackson had a perfect passer rating in Friday's preseason game against the Chiefs.
Bengals Being 'Cautious' With Palmer
Carson Palmer did some light tossing with the Bengals on Sunday, but did not practice with the team.
Source: Vick To Appear In Court Thursday
Michael Vick will appear in bankruptcy court in Newport News, Va. on Thursday morning.
Has Vick Already Violated Terms Of Reinstatement?
Michael Vick may have already violated the terms of his reinstatement into the NFL by drinking alcohol.
Changing Video Screen Would Cost Cowboys $2M
If the Cowboys are going to alter the video screen hanging from the middle of their new stadium, a source claims it'll cost them $2 million.
Reid Keeping Options Open With Vick
Andy Reid isn't going to unveil all the offensive plans the Eagles have involving Michael Vick during the preseason.
Leftwich Likely To Be Named Starter This Week
The Buccaneers are sticking with their plan to name a starting quarterback this week.