May 2014 - Football Wiretap

Larry English Signs With Buccaneers
In Lovie Smith's 4-3 scheme, Larry English will move to defensive end and fight for playing time behind Adrian Clayborn and Michael Johnson.

Kevin Patra/NFL.com

John Abraham Reports To Cardinals' Camp
John Abraham was arrested June 29 and charged with DUI after police found him passed out at the wheel of his car at an intersection in suburban Atlanta.

John Weinfuss/ESPN

Marshawn Lynch Cleared By Police Of Bogus Accusation
Marshawn Lynch has been cleared of any involvement in an assault and property damage in a suburb of Seattle.

Terry Blount/ESPN

Polian Regrets Not Taking Dalton For Colts In 2011
Bill Polian's decision to not draft Andy Dalton worked out well for everyone except for the former Colts' GM.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Nick Fairley's Role Decreasing Due To Weight Gains
The Lions wanted 2014 to be a season in which they would see a motivated Nick Fairley.

Kevin Patra/NFL.com

Bills Deny Receiving Trade Calls On C.J. Spiller
There were reports that Chip Kelly called the Bills in March on C.J. Spiller two months before the club tried to trade up for Carlos Hyde.

Marc Sessler/NFL.com

ASU's Chip Sarafin Comes Out As Gay
Chip Sarafin came out to his team before going public.

Chantel Jennings/ESPN

Adrian Peterson Has Made Life Changes Since Passing Of Son
Adrian Peterson proposed to his longtime girlfriend on July 4 and they were married on July 19.

Ben Goessling/ESPN

Magic Johnson Expects Los Angeles To Have NFL Team Within Two Years
Farmers Field, a proposed $1.5 billion downtown football stadium connected to an expanded Los Angeles Convention Center, is ready for construction.

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John Brown Draws Comparisons To Boldin, Marvin Harrison
John Brown has been very impressive in training camp and preseason with the Cardinals.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Hilton: Colts Have Three No. 1 Receivers
T.Y. Hilton believes Andrew Luck will be throwing to three No. 1 type receivers with himself, Reggie Wayne and Hakeem Nicks.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Patriots Trade For Jerel Worthy From Packers In Exchange For Pick
A poor fit for Dom Capers' two-gap scheme, Jerel Worthy managed just 2.5 sacks in a part-time role as a rookie.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Cowboys Trade For Justin Green To Boost Secondary
The Cowboys needed depth at corner back following the suspension to Orlando Scandrick.

David Moore/Dallas Morning News

Pettine: Hoyer Not Expendable With Grossman Signing
Mike Pettine was asked if Brian Hoyer became expendable for the Browns following the signing of Rex Grossman.

Pat McManamon/ESPN

Danny Trevathan Out 6-8 Weeks With Knee Injury
Danny Trevathan led the Broncos with 124 tackles last season.

Jeff Legwold/ESPN

Gronkowski Participates In 7-On-7 Drill For First Time In Camp
Rob Gronkowski wore a red non-contract jersey as he comes back from knee surgery.

Mike Reiss/ESPN

DeSean Jackson To Return From Ankle Injury For 2nd Preseason Game
DeSean Jackson will play in Washington's second preseason game after missing the first one with a twisted ankle.

John Keim/ESPN

Rex Grossman Signs With Browns
Rex Grossman will be reunited with offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan.

Mike Florio/Pro Football Talk

Orlando Scandrick Suspended Four Games By NFL
Orlando Scandrick said he took something while on vacation in Mexico that tested positive for a banned substance.

Jay Glazer/Fox Sports

Andre Brown Released By Texans
Andre Brown was the victim of a numbers game with the Texans.

Mike Florio/Pro Football Talk

Brady Quinn Signs With Dolphins
Bready Quinn has signed with the Dolphins.

Jeff Darlington/NFL.com

Rex Grossman Works Out For Dolphins
Rex Grossman was a backup for the Redskins last season.

James Walker/ESPN

Reese: We Tried To Turn Over Giants' Roster In Offseason
The Giants are confident that they will have a stronger season than their huge disappointment in 2013.

Dan Graziano/ESPN

Marshawn Lynch Getting Closer To Normal Self
Marshawn Lynch is hitting his stride after being an early holdout of training camp for the Seahawks.

Terry Blount/ESPN

Ryan Fitzpatrick Remains Locked In As Texans' Starter
Ryan Fitzpatrick is locked in as the starting quarterback of the Texans despite struggling in their preseason loss to the Cardinals.

Brian T. Smith/Houston Chronicle

Patrick Willis Comfortable Playing Either Inside Linebacker Spot
The 49ers aren't sure who will take NaVorro Bowman's spot in the starting lineup, which will impact Patrick Willis' position.

Josh Alper/Pro Football Talk

Pettine: Hoyer Ahead Of Manziel Still
Mike Pettine admitted that Johnny Manziel played better than Brian Hoyer in the Browns' first preseason game.

Pat McManamon/ESPN

Dexter McDougle Tears ACL
Dexter McDougle was a third round pick and was expected to give the Jets depth at cornerback.

Darryl Slater/The Star-Ledger

Kirk Cousins Seen By Some As Best QB On Redskins' Roster
Robert Griffin III struggled in joint practices this week against the Patriots with Kirk Cousins playing better.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Martellus Bennett Returns To Bears' Training Camp
Martellus Bennett has returned to training camp with the Chicago Bears following his suspension for a fight with Kyle Fuller.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com