April 2011 - Football Wiretap

Pitt's Ray Graham To Miss Rest Of Season
The school said Thursday that Graham, the Big East's leading rusher, will need surgery to repair the knee.

Associated Press

Keenum Tosses Nine TDs, Breaks FBS Career Record
Houston quarterback Case Keenum didn't just throw nine touchdown passes in Thursday night's 73-34 win over Rice, he also set a new FBS career record.

Associated Press

Publicist: Owens Did Not Attempt Suicide
A publicist for Terrell Owens says he "absolutely" did not attempt suicide or overdose on pills earlier this month.

ESPN.com

Hasselbeck's Thumb Feels Fine
Matt Hasselbeck says his right thumb feels fine.

ESPN.com

NFL Teams To Begin Using Metal Detectors
Beginning November 20, hand-held metal detectors will be used at all NFL stadium gates.

ESPN.com

Romo Expects Another Painkilling Shot
Cowboys QB Tony Romo expects to get another painkilling injection Sunday against the Eagles.

ESPN.com

Dez Bryant Plays QB Vick In Practice
Dez Bryant simulated Michael Vick during practice this week.

ESPN.com

Bears Claim LB Jabara Williams Off Waivers
The Bears have claimed linebacker Jabara Williams off waivers.

Press Release

Shurmur Hopes Hillis Can Play Against 49ers
Peyton Hillis is a "little sore" and the Browns will "back him down" in preparations for Sunday's game at San Francisco.

ESPN.com

Brandon Jacobs Frustrated With Role
Brandon Jacobs believes he will have to leave the Giants to show what he can still do on the field.

ESPN.com

Source: Bucs Give Tanard Jackson Extension, Raise
The Buccaneers have given safety Tanard Jackson a contract extension and a nice raise for the rest of this season, according to a league source.

ESPN.com

Polian: Caldwell Not Responsible For Colts' Struggles
Colts president Bill Polian said Wednesday that injures to key players are to blame for the teams' struggles.

ESPN.com

Cooley Declares Himself Casualty Of Lockout
Chris Cooley on Thursday discussed the left knee injury that has sidelined him this season.

ESPN.com

Palmer Not Looking For Reunion With Owens
New Raiders QB Carson Palmer says he isn't looking for a reunion with receiver Terrell Owens.

ESPN.com

Bears Release Chris Harris
Just over a week after requesting a trade, Bears safety Chris Harris was released on Thursday.

ESPN.com

NFL Power Rankings After Week 7
The Texans and Saints enjoyed dominating wins on Sunday and are now in our top-3 and top-10 respectively.

Christopher Reina/RealGM

Asante Samuel Rips Eagles' Front-Office
An unhappy Asante Samuel criticized Eagles' management Wednesday comparing the front-office to people who play fantasy football.

AP

Arena League Team Offers Contract To OWens
Terrell Owens is still waiting for a contract offer from an NFL team.

Pro Football Talk

Fasano: 'Suck For Luck' Campaign Sucks
Anthony Fasano is touchy about the thought of a team tanking in order to draft Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck next spring.

NFL.com

Andre Johnson Takes Part In Full Practice
Andre Johnson is making a return from a significant hamstring injury.

NFL.com

Stafford Practices, Ankle Feels OK
Detroit backup quarterback Shaun Hill did take some snaps with the first team.

Associated Press

Wilson Questions Toronto's Support Of Bills
Bills safety George Wilson regards Toronto as a nice and diverse place to visit.

Associated Press

Gronkowski Sorry For Pics With Porn Star
Adult film star BiBi Jones posted photos of herself in Rob Gronkowski's jersey standing with the tight end, who is shirtless.

ESPN.com

Harbaugh Agrees With Suggs, Ravens Need More Rice
Ray Rice had just eight carries in Baltimore's loss to Jacksonville on Monday night.

NFL.com

McFadden Has No Structural Damage In Foot
The Raiders received good news about Darren McFadden's foot on Tuesday.

NFL.com

Report: Dolphins Owner Reaches Out To Cowher
Operatives for the Dolphins have reportedly contacted people close to former Steelers coach Bill Cowher about the team's head coaching job.

NFL.com

Palmer Calls Oakland Debut Learning Experience
Carson Palmer threw three interceptions in his debut with the Raiders on Sunday, but he still calls the relief appearance an learning experience.

Associated Press

Carlos Rogers Seeks Extension From 49ers
Carlos Rogers signed a one-year, $4.25 million contract with the 49ers in the offseason.

CSN Bay Area

Eagles Have 12-0 Record Following Bye Under Reid
The Eagles are coming off a bye as they head into Sunday's showdown with the rival Cowboys.

News Journal

Colts Place Kerry Collins On Injured Reserve
Kerry Collins has likely played his last NFL down.

Associated Press