Free Agent Rumor - Football Wiretap
Jets Audition Brown With Folk Struggling
The Jets were scheduled to workout free-agent kicker Kris Brown on Tuesday amid Nick Folk's struggles, according to a source.
Folk, who played a major role in two of New York's first six wins, has missed five of his past 10 field-goal attempts.
Vick Will Likely Get Franchise Tag
The Eagles will likely place their franchise tag on quarterback Michael Vick, according to a report in The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Vick is set to become a free agent after the season and the two sides have both confirmed that no long-term contract talks have taken place.
The franchise tag number for a quarterback next season will likely be around $15.4 million, according to a source.
Agent: Two Teams Interested In Burress
Plaxico Burress is on the radar of at least two teams, according to agent Drew Rosenhaus.
The wide receiver's prison release date still is pending, but Rosenhaus expects him to be available for the start of training camp.
"I'm very confident that Plaxico will be playing next season in the NFL," Rosenhaus said in a text message.
Rams Will Pass On Kevin Curtis
The Rams are in need of help at wide receiver, but FOX Sports reports that they'll pass on veteran free-agent Kevin Curtis.
Curtis, who played for Philadelphia last season, began his career with four seasons in St. Louis.
DeSean Jackson: We Know Contracts Will Come
Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson says that he and quarterback Michael Vick know they'll eventually get the new contracts they desire.
"We know the contracts will come. We're just so focused on playing right now, and the better we do, the better it is for both of us," Jackson said.
Jackson has one year left on his first professional contract, which he's outplayed, and Vick will be a free agent after the season.
Vick 'Can't Control' New Contract
Michael Vick's stellar play when healthy this season has sparked talk of his next contract, but the quarterback isn't worried about the situation.
Vick will be a free agent after the season.
"Obviously I don't have control over the situation," Vick said. "I can't put the pen in our general manager's hands or the [team] president's hand and say, 'Look, I want a new deal, let's sign it right now.' I think it will happen, if it's going to happen, when it's supposed to."
Sources told the Philadelphia Inquirer that the Eagles and Vick's representation have yet to discuss a new deal.
Eagles Unlikely To Let Vick Walk
With each impressive performance, it is becoming more and more unlikely that the Eagles will let Michael Vick leave as a free agent.
Vick is in the final year of his contract.
Sources close to Vick anticipate the quarterback will be bound to the Eagles for at least 2011, most likely by a franchise tag designation.
There have been no contract discussions between the sides, according to source
Browns To Sign Clifton Smith
The Browns have agreed to a contract with former Pro Bowl kick returner Clifton Smith, according to a source.
Smith was released earlier this season by Miami and worked out for Cleveland on Tuesday.
The Browns need a kick returner after Pro Bowler Josh Cribbs dislocated toes in Sunday's loss to the Jets.
Dolphins Contact JaMarcus Russell
With Chad Pennington and Chad Henne possibly out for the season, the Dolphins have reportedly contacted free-agent quarterback JaMarcus Russell.
According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, the Dolphins have also contacted Patrick Ramsey and Todd Brandstater.
Redskins, McNabb Resume Talks
The Redskins and quarterback Donovan McNabb have resumed talks on a possible contract extension, according to sources.
McNabb's agent, Fletcher Smith, is flying from Chicago to Washington for Monday night's Eagles-Redskins game and to continue talks.
Smith and the Redskins will meet Monday in what will be their fourth face-to-face meeting in trying to procure an extension for McNabb, according to sources.
The two sides are further discussing a four-year extension.
McNabb, Redskins Discussing New Deal
Talks between Donovan McNabb and the Redskins has lasted despite his recent benching.
Eagles Haven't Had Talks With Vick
Michael Vick will be a free agent after the season.
Vick May Favor Eagles As Free Agent
Michael Vick is grateful that the Eagles gave him a chance when so many teams refused to do so.
Patriots To Sign Shayne Graham
Stephen Gostkowski injured his leg on Sunday against the Browns.
Eagles Will Consider Signing Al Harris
Al Harris spent his first five NFL seasons with the Eagles.
Merriman Unlikely To Re-Sign With Bills
Shawne Merriman will be a free agent after this season.
Raiders Won't Rule Out Interest In Moss
Randy Moss asked Oakland to trade him back in 2007.
Eagles Aren't Expected To Pursue Moss
The Eagles tried to sign Randy Moss before he landed in New England.
Will Patriots Consider Moss?
ESPN.com's Adam Schefter believes that the Cowboys, Redskins, Rams, Bears, Dolphins, Raiders, Chiefs, Jets and Patriots will show some sort of interest in Moss.
Colts Wanted To Offer Deal To Manning During Bye Week
Peyton Manning wants to wait until after the season to talk about a new contract.
Benching Could Hurt Washington's Chances At Re-Signing McNabb
Donovan McNabb may not want to remain in Washington past his current contract.