Misc Rumor - Football Wiretap

Seahawks Cut Ties With T.J. Duckett
The Seahawks have dumped T.J. Duckett.

Pro Football Talk

Players Still Support Jackson As Vikings Starter
Many Vikings still believe Tarvaris Jackson gives them the best chance to win.

Twitter (Adam Schefter)

Jets No Closer To Naming Starter
The Jets had hoped to name a starting quarterback following Monday's preseason game against the Ravens, but coach Rex Ryan still hasn't decided.

New York Daily News

49ers Name Hill Starting Quarterback
The 49ers have named Shaun Hill their starting quarterback heading into the 2009 season.

ESPN

Burress: Club Security Was Aware I Had Gun
Plaxico Burress says that club security at a New York nightclub knew he had a gun the night he mistakenly shot himself in the leg.

ESPN

Jets Still Looking For Help At Receiver
The Jets have had chances to land a top-flight wide receiver, but are still looking with just three weeks to go before the season starts.

ESPN

Culpepper, Stafford Still Battling For Job
Quarterbacks Daunte Culpepper and Matthew Stafford are still battling it out in Detroit.

Detroit News

Dungy: Vick Drinking Was Out Of Line
Tony Dungy isn't happy with Michael Vick's decision to drink in public.

ESPN

Coughlin Thinks Giants Are 'Over-Hyped'
Giants coach Tom Coughlin is upset with the media for "over-hyping" his team.

New York Daily News

Cable Names Russell Oakland's Starter
Raiders coach Tom Cable named JaMarcus Russell as the team's starting quarterback on Sunday.

NFL.com

Vikings Don't Want To Overwork Favre
The Vikings want Brett Favre to develop chemistry with his receivers, but don't want to overwork the quarterback in the process.

Star Tribune

Morris Puts Quarterback Battle In 'Overtime'
Buccaneers coach Raheem Morris didn't name a starting quarterback on Sunday as originally planned.

ESPN

Gaffney Becoming Orton's Favorite Target
Jabar Gaffney has become Denver quarterback Kyle Orton's favorite target recently.

ESPN

Eagles Respond To Vick Alcohol Report
The Eagles have responded to an internet report that Michael Vick has violated the terms of his reinstatement by drinking.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Jackson Ups Trade Value With Performance
Tarvaris Jackson had a perfect passer rating in Friday's preseason game against the Chiefs.

Star Tribune

Bengals Being 'Cautious' With Palmer
Carson Palmer did some light tossing with the Bengals on Sunday, but did not practice with the team.

ESPN

Has Vick Already Violated Terms Of Reinstatement?
Michael Vick may have already violated the terms of his reinstatement into the NFL by drinking alcohol.

Pro Football Talk

Changing Video Screen Would Cost Cowboys $2M
If the Cowboys are going to alter the video screen hanging from the middle of their new stadium, a source claims it'll cost them $2 million.

ESPN

Reid Keeping Options Open With Vick
Andy Reid isn't going to unveil all the offensive plans the Eagles have involving Michael Vick during the preseason.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Leftwich Likely To Be Named Starter This Week
The Buccaneers are sticking with their plan to name a starting quarterback this week.

St. Petersburg Times

Source: Hill To Be Named 49ers' Starter
Shaun Hill is expected to be named the starting quarterback of the 49ers after Alex Smith failed to impress once again on Saturday night.

ESPN

Browns Still Undecided On Quarterback
Derek Anderson looked good against the Lions on Saturday night, but the Browns still haven't decided on starting quarterback.

ESPN

Favre Adjustment To Vikings Will Last 'All Year'
Brett Favre said that he felt good during his debut with the Vikings against the Chiefs on Friday night.

Yahoo! Sports

Stafford Isn't A Lock To Start For Lions
Matt Stafford was the first overall pick in April's NFL Draft, but he isn't a lock to start for the Lions.

Detroit Free Press

Ravens Game Could Decide Jets' QB Battle
The Jets could leave Baltimore on Monday night knowing who will start at quarterback to begin the regular season.

ESPN

Vick Expected To Make Debut Thursday
Michael Vick is expected to make his debut with the Eagles in Thursday's preseason game against the Jaguars.

ESPN

Rivers, Chargers Not Close To Extension
Philip Rivers is entering the final year of his contract, but no extension is imminent in San Diego.

ESPN

Marshall's Absence Raises Questions In Denver
The Broncos left Brandon Marshall behind on Friday when they traveled to Seattle for this week's preseason game.

Denver Post

McFadden Close To Earning Starting Job
Darren McFadden will start at running back for the Raiders this week.

San Francisco Chronicle

T.O.'s Toe Injury Could Become A Major Issue
The toe of Terrell Owens has become a major cause for concern in Buffalo.

ESPN