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Porter signs with Cardinals

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Update
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Arizona Cardinals have signed LB Joey Porter to a three-year contract. The deal is for $17.5 million with a maximum value of $24.5 million, a league source told ESPN. Porter, a four-time Pro Bowler chosen in January to the NFL's All-Decade team, was released in February but reverted to the Miami roster because of a salary cap technicality. He was released again in early March.

Fantasy Impact
Porter is a pass-rushing specialist and helps the gaping hole that Karlos Dansby left after he left the Cardinals this offseason. The Cardinals defense next season looks to be a little worse than last year but the real issues are going to come from the offense.

Eagles cut Kevin Curtis

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Update
 The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting that the Eagles HAVE released WR Kevin Curtis.  Curtis struggled to stay on the field during his time in Philly, and with the signings of Jason Avant to an extension, and Hank Baskett coming back, he no longer had a role on the team. 

Fantasy Impact:  After cutting Curtis and Darren Howard, the Eagles will save approximately $10M.  Curtis may find another job, but it might not come till later in the offseason as teams continue to evaluate what they have.   

Eagles release Darren Howard

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Update
 The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting that the Eagles have released DL Darren Howard. Howard was due to earn a $1 million roster bonus Friday on top of his $3.5 million base salary.

Fantasy Impact:  This was a quick fall from the top as Howard led the team in sacks back in 2008, but played in just 10 games last season.  The Eagles acqusition of Darryl Tapp this week was writing on the wall for Howard.  He should find another job quickly.  

Bears still may deal Olsen

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Update
 The Chicago Sun Times is reporting that Bears tight end Greg Olsen still may be on the move. The Bears had come out and announced he would not be traded, however many feel that was just a ploy to increase their trade demands. 

Fantasy Impact:  If Olsen does in fact return to Chicago, you can count on his production dropping.  There are a number of teams who would love to have Olsen and once training camps open, there should be more discussion about him being dealt.  

Ricky Williams fires agent

Fri, 19 Mar 2010

Update
According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Dolphins running back Ricky Williams has fired agent Leigh Steinberg, and has hired agent Drew Rosenhaus.  Williams has said he will retire following the 2010 season, so it should be interesting to see if Rosenhaus can convince him otherwise. 

Fantasy Impact:  Williams is an aging veteran who's best playing days were spent off the field.  It should be interesting to see the impact Drew Rosenhaus has on Williams' retirement plans. 

Redskins Sign Grossman

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: According to the Washington Post, the Washington Redskins have signed QB Rex Grossman to a one-year contract. Grossman spent last season in Houston as a backup to Matt Schaub.

Fantasy Impact: Grossman, 29, was Chicago's first-round pick in 2003.

Eagles Release Andrews

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Eagles released G Shawn Andrews, who hasn't played since the second game of the 2008 season because of back injuries. Eagles head coach Andy Reid said he appreciated Andrews' efforts but "we have, however, decided to move in another direction."

Anderson signs with Cardinals

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update
 Sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter that the Arizona Cardinals have reached an agreement with free agent QB Derek Anderson. Anderson was recently cut by the Cleveland Browns. Contract specifics are still being worked out between both sides.

Fantasy Impact: Anderson will compete for the starting job with the Arizona Cardinals against QB Matt Leinart. All fantasy owners should watch this race because the Cardinals still have the explosive Larry Fitzgerald to throw to.

Bell Signs Contract Offer From Eagles

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update
Jason La Canfora of NFL.com reports that restricted free agent RB Mike Bell has signed a one year $1.7 offer sheet from the Philadelphia Eagles. The New Orleans Saints now have 7 days to match the offer from the Eagles.

Fantasy Impact: Since the club released RB Brian Westbrook, The Eagles are looking for a RB to play alongside RB LeSean McCoy.

Broncos Re-Sign FS Barrett

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update
 Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports the Denver Broncos have re-signed exclusive rights free-agent FS Josh Barrett. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Dolphins Offer Deal to OG Incognito

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update
 Armando Salguero, of The Miami Herald, reports the Miami Dolphins have offered a contract to free-agent OG Richie Incognito (Bills), according to a source. The two sides are continuing to talk.

Fantasy Impact: The Dolphins have been in talks with Incognito for a few days now and it seems a deal will likely be reached between the two sides.

Tapp Sent to Eagles, Clemson to Hawks

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update
 NFL.com reports that newly acquired DE Darryl Tapp of the Seattle Seahawks has been traded to the Philadelphia Eagles for Eagles DE Chris Clemons as well as a 4th round pick in the 2010 draft.

Fantasy Impact: The Eagles are looking to improve their clubs pass rush with the acquisition of Tapp, who Coach Andy Reid described as "a very intense football player and we're happy to acquire him, he plays very hard every snap. He's smart, he's a good person and he'll fit very well into our defensive scheme."

Gradkowski signs one-year tender

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update: According to the Oakland Tribune, Oakland Raiders' QB Bruce Gradkowski signed the one-year tender he received 12 days ago. Gradkowski has been a regular at the team's year-round training facility since the season ended Jan. 3 and has worked out 3-4 days a week the past month. "I never stopped working out because I wanted to get my knee healthy and my legs strong," Gradkowski said by phone Monday afternoon. "I'm fine now. I could play in a game tomorrow. I feel great." Gradkowski suffered torn ligaments in both knees against the Washington Redskins on Dec. 13 and missed the rest of the season. He is now healthy and ready to compete for the starting job.

Chiefs sign Ryan Lilja

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
 The Seattle Post-Intelligencer is reporting that the Kansas City Chiefs have signed Ryan Lilja to a three-year contract.  Terms of the deal were not made available. 

Fantasy Impact:  Lilja comes over from theColts were he was a starter.  He has played in 66 games in his career, and now joins a rebuilding Chiefs team.  

Scaife staying with Titans

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
 Bo Scaife has signed his one-year tender to remain with the Titans, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Reports are that the deal is worth $4.9M next year. 

Fantasy Impact:  The Titans are a run first team with Chris Johnson being options one, two and three.  Scaife does have the ability to make big plays, but his impact was minimal this past season. 

 

Bailey re-signs with Steelers

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
According to Adam Caplan of Scout.com, the Pittsburgh Steelers have re-signed linebacker Patrick Bailey to a one-year deal.  Terms of the deal were not released.

Fantasy Impact:  Bailey makes his impact on special teams.   

Broncos sign Josh Barrett

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
 adam Caplan of Scout.com is reporting via Twitter that the Denver Broncos have re-signed safety Josh Barrett to a one-year deal.  Financial terms were not released.

Fantasy Impact:  Barrett will look to compete for the backup duties for Brian Dawkins. With Dawkins aging, the Broncos need to begin to try to identify a potential replacement. 

Browns re-sign tight end

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
 The Cleveland Browns have re-signed Greg Estandia, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter's Twitter page.

Fantasy Impact: Estandia is a blocking tight end, and does not pose a threat in the passing game.

Big Ben could be suspended

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update
 The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette speculates that Ben Roethlisberger could be at risk of a lengthy suspension if he happens to be charged with sexual assault.

Fantasy Impact
The suspension would only be likely should he be formally charged.  Roger Goodell will not take action against him without formal charges, although authorities are still investigating the March 12th incident.

 

Big Ben a no show

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
 The Pittsburgh Tribune Review is reporting that Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was not in attendance as the team opened their offseason conditioning program on Monday. Roethlisberger is facing sexual assault allegations in Georgia.  This is a not a shock that he was absent. 

Fantasy Impact: Big Ben is going to be the starting quarterback in Pittsburgh this year, but it is uncertain as to when he is actually going to report to the team. 

JaMarcus Russell a no-show

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
 The San Francisco Chronicle is reporting that Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell was a no-show for the start of the team's offseason conditioning program Monday. This is no shock given that Russell has a horrible work ethic, and the program is voluntary.  

Fantasy Impact:  With Charlie Frye and Bruce Gradkowski (recently re-signed) both there, this is a bad sign for Russell.  This could be Russell's last year to prove he belongs in the NFL. 

 

Simms gets cut in Denver

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
 The Denver Post is reporting that Broncos backup quarterback Chris Simms has been released.  It now appears that the Broncos are set to go with Kyle Orton, Brady Quinn and Tom Brandstater at the quarterback position.

Fantasy Impact: Simms looked terrible last season in relief duty for the Broncos, and may struggle to find another suitor. 

 

Tauscher Returns to Packers

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
 The Associated Press reports the Green Bay Packers have made a deal with RT Mark Tauscher that will bring the long time Packer back to Green Bay.

Fantasy Impact: Tauscher started 2009 with an injury, but upon his return, helped boost the leagues worst pass defense. The deal will also allow the Wisconsin native to play his entire career in his home state.

QB Hill Sent to Detriot

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
Matt Barrows, of The Sacramento Bee, reports the Detroit Lions have acquired QB Shaun Hill from the San Francisco 49ers for a seventh-round draft choice in the 2011 NFL Draft.

Fantasy Impact
Hill will be playing as the #2 QB behind young gun Matt Stafford. The 49'ers picked up QB David Carr last week which pretty much guaranteed Hill's removal from the club.

Browns Deal Quinn, Wimbley

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update
NFL.com reports that the Cleveland Browns have traded a pair of players once thought to be potential cornerstones of the franchise. The Browns dealt QB Brady Quinn to the Denver Broncos in exchange for FB Peyton Hillis as well as a conditional 2012 draft pick. The Browns also traded LB Kamerion Wimbley to the Oakland Raiders for an undisclosed draft pick.

Fantasy Impact
The Browns had picked up QB's Seneca Wallace and Jake Delhomme earlier in the week, so it was only a matter of time before QB Brady Quinn was shipped out. Some people are shocked however by the decision to move Wimbley who had recently shown flashes that he could still become the player the club had hoped for after his 11 sack rookie campaign.

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