April 2011 - Football Wiretap

Namath Questions Ryan's Preparation Of Jets
Jets legend Joe Namath has questioned Rex Ryan's preparation of the team, but the coach says he isn't going to change his methods.

Mike Mazzeo/ESPN.com

Cutler Isn't Crazy About Chicago's Pass-Happy Scheme
The Bears have run the ball a total of 20 times in their last two games, both losses.

NFL.com

Struggling Chris Johnson Vows To 'Get This Fixed'
Chris Johnson is averaging just 2.1 yards per carry this season.

Pro Football Talk

Britt Done For Season With Torn ACL, MCL
Kenny Britt tore the ACL and MCL in his right knee in Sunday's win over the Broncos.

Jim Wyatt/Tennessean (via Twitter)

Sparano In 'Tough Spot' After 0-3 Start
Including last season, Miami has dropped six games in a row.

Associated Press

Groin Injury Won't Derail Darren McFadden
After three weeks, Darren McFadden is the NFL's leading rusher with 393 yards.

ESPN.com

Eagles Won't Change Starting LBs
Philadelphia has the NFL's 30th-ranked rush defense through three games.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Cowboys Aren't Interested In Randy Moss
Randy Moss is open to playing for the Patriots, Eagles, Giants, Jets, Bears or Cowboys if they come calling.

Calvin Watkins/ESPN.com

Peyton Has 'Outside Chance' Of Playing In December
The Colts will keep Peyton Manning on the active roster.

Associated Press

Reid: Vick's Hand Is Bruised Not Broken
Michael Vick is now considered day-to-day with a bruised, non-throwing hand.

Associated Press

NCAA Football Scoop: Top-10 Rankings For Sept. 26th
With their road win at West Virginia, the LSU Tigers leapfrogged Oklahoma to take the top overall slot in the college football rankings after Week 4.

RealGM Staff Report

Risdon's $.10 After Week 3
The Bills prove they are for real, Philadelphia (like America) struggling without a middle class, Detroit improves to 3-0, Aaron Rodgers joins the pantheon and more.

Jeff Risdon/RealGM

Vikings Won't Replace McNabb As Starter
Vikings coach Leslie Frazier issued support for Donovan McNabb on Sunday following the team's third straight loss to begin the season.

NFL.com

Vick: Referees Refuse To Protect Me
Michael Vick says the hit on which he broke his right hand was late, but there was no flag thrown.

NFL.com

Vick Will Reportedly Miss 3-4 Weeks
The Eagles are preparing to face the 49ers, Bills and Redskins without Michael Vick.

NFL.com

Gore Unsure About Availability For Week 4
Frank Gore sprained his ankle against the Bengals on Sunday afternoon.

CSN Bay Area

Titans Fear Britt Has Serious Knee Injury
The team is worried that Kenny Britt has torn both the ACL and MCL in his right knee.

ESPN.com

Kerry Collins Evaluated For Concussion
Kerry Collins, who was knocked around often by the Steelers, completed 13 of 29 passes for 93 yards before he left in the fourth quarter.

Associated Press

Cromartie May Have Bruised Lung
The Jets called it a rib injury, but a league source confirmed reports that Antonio Cromartie suffered a bruised lung.

Rich Cimini/ESPN.com

RealGM's Week 3 NFL Rundown
The Bills finally beat the Patriots, the Lions conquer Minnesota, the Giants knockout Michael Vick and the Raiders stun Rex Ryan's Jets.

Andrew Perna/RealGM

Torrey Smith's First Three Catches All TDs
In the first quarter alone, rookie Torrey Smith caught touchdown passes from Joe Flacco for 74, 41 and 18 yards.

Andrew Perna/RealGM

Brady Sets Passing Record Through Three Games
Tom Brady threw for 387 yards in the loss to Buffalo, allowing him to finish the afternoon with 1,327 yards.

NFL.com

Eagles Asked Young To Keep An Eye On Vick
The team asked Vince Young to report back if he felt Michael Vick was showing signs of any issues following his concussion.

Pro Football Talk

Cam Newton Gets First Win
Cam Newton went 18-for-34 with 158 yards and a touchdown against the Jaguars.

Pro Football Talk

Steve Gleason Diagnosed With ALS
Steve Gleason was the honorary captain for the Saints in their game against the Texans.

Associated Press

Bills' Williams Leaves Game On Stretcher
Aaron Williams, Buffalo's second-round pick, raised his right arm as he was being wheeled off the field.

Chris Forsberg/ESPN.com

Britt Leaves On Cart With Knee Injury
Kenny Britt's leg appeared to buckle under him and he fumbled the ball.

Associated Press

Vick Left With Broken Right Hand
Michael Vick started despite suffering a concussion last Sunday night against the Falcons, but Mike Kafka finished the game.

ESPN.com

Gates Will Sit With Chronic Foot Issue
Antonio Gates was held without a catch last week in New England.

NFL.com

Benson Pursuing Legal Action Against NFLPA
Cedric Benson is currently appealing a three-game suspension that was issued for his arrest during the lockout.

NFL.com