April 2009 - Football Wiretap

Texans Aren't Concerned By Slaton's Fumbles
The Texans are sticking by running back Steve Slaton despite his fumbles issues.

Houston Chronicle

Panthers Hint Towards Quarterback Change
Panthers coach John Fox has hinted that he could move starting quarterback Jake Delhomme to the bench.

Charlotte Observer

Cowher Leaves Coaching Future Wide Open
Former Steelers coach Bill Cowher will evaluate coaching opportunities are they present themselves.

Greenwich Time

Mangini: QB Decision Has Nothing To Do With Quinn's Bonus
Browns coach Eric Mangini claims that his decision on the team's starting quarterback has nothing to do with Brady Quinn's possible bonus.

Cleveland Plain Dealer

Haynesworth Rips Teammates After Loss
Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth ripped his teammates following their loss to the Eagles on Monday night.

ESPN

Falcons Sign Aaron Stecker
The Falcons signed veteran running back Aaron Stecker on Tuesday.

ESPN

Source: Cooley Done For Season
Redskins tight end Chris Cooley is done for the season after breaking his ankle on Monday night, according to sources.

ESPN

Chiefs Tell LJ To Stay Away During Investigation Of Comments
The Chiefs and the NFL are investigating alleged comments made by Larry Johnson.

RealGM Staff Report

NFL Power Rankings For Week 8
Aaron Rodgers and the Packers host Brett Favre and the Vikings this week as the fourth ranked team in the NFL.

Christopher Reina/RealGM

Griese Suspended By ESPN For Insensitive 'Taco' Remark
Bob Griese made an insensitive remark about the whereabouts of Juan Pablo Montoya on air Saturday.

Miami Herald

Saints On Pace To Break NFL Scoring Mark
The Saints are on pace to score 635 points this season, which would set a new NFL scoring record.

NBC Sports

Lovie Smith Safe In Chicago
Bears head coach Lovie Smith has two years and $11 million left on his contract.

Chicago Tribune

Chargers Want To Get Chambers Going
The Chargers are looking to get wide receiver Chris Chambers going.

San Diego Union-Tribune

Fisher Mum On Starting Quarterback
Titans coach Jeff Fisher is undecided about who will start at quarterback for the team this weekend.

ESPN

Cooley, Westbrook Suffer Injuries On MNF
Redskins tight end Chris Cooley and Eagles running back Brian Westbrook both suffered injuries on Monday night.

ESPN

Sanchez Ate Hot Dog On Sideline
Mark Sanchez ate a hot dog on the sidelines during the team's win over the Raiders on Sunday.

New York Post

Brackett: Colts Are 'America's Team'
Colts linebacker Gary Brackett believes that the team has surpassed the Cowboys as "America's Team."

Indianapolis Star

Westbrook Wants More Touches
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook believes that he'd be very effective if given more touches.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Russell Doesn't Think He's To Blame For Losses
JaMarcus Russell doesn't think he's the reason why the Raiders are struggling.

San Francisco Chronicle

Browns Will Continue To Start Anderson
The Browns will continue to start Derek Anderson at quarterback.

ESPN

Bills Opt For Fitzpatrick Over Edwards
The Bills are going to start Ryan Fitzpatrick at quarterback over Trent Edwards this weekend.

ESPN

Jets' Edwards Faces Misdemeanor Charge
Jets receiver Braylon Edwards has been charged with a misdemeanor assault in connection with an incident outside a nightclub.

ESPN

Cowboys Sign Ware To Extension
The Cowboys have signed linebacker DeMarcus Ware to an extension.

ESPN

Singletary Names Smith 49ers' New Starting QB
The 49ers on Monday named Alex Smith the team's new starting quarterback for their upcoming game against the Colts.

AP

LJ Rips Haley On Twitter
Larry Johnson ripped Todd Haley on his Twitter account hours after Kansas City's loss to the Chargers.

ESPN

Risdon's $.10 After Week 7
Why the Colts might be better without Tony Dungy, an impressive appearance from Alex Smith, Dick Jauron saves his job, plus much more.

Jeff Risdon/RealGM

Johnson's Chest Injury Isn't Serious
Texans receiver Andre Johnson's chest injury isn't believed to be serious.

Houston Chronicle

Panthers Will 'Evaluate' Delhomme's Play
Panthers coach John Fox says that he will evaluate the play of quarterback Jake Delhomme before deciding if he'll remain the starter.

Carolina Growl

Source: Holmgren Has Eye On GM Role In Seattle
Former Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren reportedly has his eye on the team's general manager job.

National Football Post

Dolphins Lose Will Allen For Season
Dolphins cornerback Will Allen will miss the remainder of the season with an ACL injury.

Miami Herald