May 2009 - Football Wiretap

Cowboys Not Expecting Drop Off If Barber Sits
Marion Barber may miss Sunday's game against Carolina due to a quad injury, but Dallas feels confident with their running game due to Felix Jones and Tashard Choice.

Dallas Morning News

Risdon's Picks For Week 3
Matt Ryan returns to New England in Week 3 to face Tom Brady and the Patriots, possibly with the superior overall team.

Jeff Risdon/RealGM

Air Conditioned Shoulder Pads Become New Fad
Temperature Management System uses compressors to blow cold dry air through the pads of players while the they are sitting on the bench.

Darren Rovell/CNBC

NFL Still Going After Williams Wall In Court
Kevin and Pat Williams are still under NFL scrutiny.

Pioneer Press

Pats Never Talked Trade For Gonzalez
Despite connections to Kansas City, Bill Belichick said he never inquired about trading for tight end Tony Gonzalez.

Boston Herald

Saints, Broncos, Vikings And Jets Lead NFL Team Rankings
Adrian Peterson and the Vikings are ranked third after Week 2.

Christopher Reina/RealGM

Running Backs Dominate YAC After Week 2
Four out of the top-five leaders in yards after the catch through the first two weeks of the season are running backs, with the fifth member of the club being a tight end.

Christopher Reina/RealGM

Brady Admits Mechanics Aren't Perfect
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady admitted to the Boston Herald that he's still not fully comfortable on the field.

Boston Herald

Report: Shanahan Wasn't Going To Cut Marshall
Mike Shanahan has been telling people that he did not plan to cut wide receiver Brandon Marshall.

Denver Post

Chiefs Would Listen To Offers For Bowe
Adam Schefter of ESPN believes that the Chiefs would gladly listen to offers for receiver Dwayne Bowe.

ESPN

Maclin Could Be Used Often Against Chiefs
Eagles rookie receiver Jeremy Maclin could be used a lot against the Chiefs on Sunday if DeSean Jackson is limited.

Philadelphia Daily News

Dorsett Doesn't Believe Romo Deserve Hype
Hall of Fame running back Tony Dorsett doesn't understand why people have made Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo a superstar.

ESPN

Vick Calls Return 'Dream Come True'
Michael Vick will make his long-awaited return to NFL regular-season action on Sunday.

ESPN

Falcons Avoid Hotels With Weddings When On The Road
The Atlanta Falcons are focused on business when they travel for road games, even avoiding staying at hotels that are hosting weddings.

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Dallas Signs Former USC Running Back To Practice Squad
The Cowboys signed running back Chauncey Washington to their practice squad and released fullback Julius Crosslin.

Dallas Morning News

Givens Sues Titans For $25M
Former receiver David Givens has filed a $25 million lawsuit against the Titans.

Tennessean

Cowboys Have Unwavering Support For Romo
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that he has tons of confidence in quarterback Tony Romo.

San Antonio Express-News

Spikes On Crabtree: 'He Has To Handle His Business'
San Francisco linebacker Takeo Spikes has offered a new perspective on rookie receiver Michael Crabtree's contract situation.

NFL.com

Patriots Acquire Linebacker From Ravens
The Patriots have acquired linebacker Prescott Burgess from the Ravens for a conditional seventh-round pick.

Boston Globe

Texans Could Get Walter Back Sunday
Texans wide receiver Kevin Walter could make his season debut against the Jaguars.

Houston Chronicle

Giants' Tuck Could Miss A Few Weeks
Giants defensive end Justin Tuck could miss a week or two after injuring his shoulder against the Cowboys.

Twitter (Mike Garafolo)

Warner Shrugs Off Fitzgerald's Frustrations
Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner isn't concerned with receiver Larry Fitzgerald's frustrations on offense.

Pro Football Talk

Fisher To Titans: Stop Pointing Fingers
Titans coach Jeff Fisher doesn't want the team to continue pointing fingers at one another.

Tennessean

Childress Knows People Want Throws Down Field
Vikings coach Brad Childress knows that people want to see quarterback Brett Favre throw the ball down the field.

Star Tribune

McDaniels Mum On Why Marshall Was MIA
Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall sat out 27 consecutive plays at one point during Sunday's win over the Browns.

Denver Post

Mangini Plans To Stick With Quinn
Browns coach Eric Mangini told the Cleveland Plain Dealer that he plans to stick with Brady Quinn at quarterback.

Cleveland Plain Dealer

Eagles Unsure Of Vick's Role In Debut
Eagles head coach Andy Reid is unsure of how Michael Vick will be used in his regular-season debut against the Chiefs.

Philadelphia Daily News

Kolb Hoping For Shot At Redemption
Eagles quarterback Kevin Kolb is hoping for a shot at redemption against the Chiefs this weekend.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Brady Sued Over Gunplay At Wedding
Tom Brady and wife Gisele Bundchen have been sued over an incident in which the couple's bodyguards allegedly fired at the photographers.

ESPN

Haley Won't Hestiate To Pull Cassel
Chiefs coach Todd Haley won't hesitate to pull Matt Cassel if he struggles, but Kansas City's new quarterback will continue to start.

ESPN