Leonard Marshall - DE signs extension with the Jets

The New York Jets front office has announced that they have signed Leonard Marshall - DE to a new contract. Marshall will stay with the team on a deal of 4 years, $640,000

Jim McMahon - QB signs extension with the Packers

The Green Bay Packers front office has announced that they have signed Jim McMahon - QB to a new contract. McMahon will stay with the team on a deal of 5 years, $1,250,345

Joe Montana - QB signs extension with the Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals front office has announced that they have signed Joe Montana - QB to a new contract. Montana will stay with the team on a deal of 3 years, $930,000

Game of the Week: Pittsburgh Steelers at Green Bay Packers

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Green Bay Packers
Do not sleep on this offense. This may be where we see their true colors.

Mary Moore : Green Bay Packers
For this game, it is likely that Michael Downs - FS is the kind of player who will give the offense nightmares. And you can take that with you to the bank.

Jim Nox : Green Bay Packers
Head coach Steven Montero does a great job getting them prepared every week. This week will be no different.

Darren Francis : Pittsburgh Steelers
Definitely the losing streak is on their minds. They will get the win and break it in this game.

Dissatisfaction after Bills-Colts game!

Darryl Talley had harsh words for Bills in a postgame interview. The Colts LB said he lost all respect for the Bills. 'I think this game proves that sometimes teams get lucky in this league, and that the Bills just got lucky', he said.

Coach Showdown with Simon Sly (Season 1986 Week 3)

Welcome to Coach Showdown with me. I'm Simon Sly. We have an odd couple for you this week.

MARTIN CONTRERAS, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, LOS ANGELES RAMS
The Rams currently sit at 2-0-0.

Martin Contreras wants to stay unpredictable on defense, favoring a balanced approach. His attitude is relaxed, and he is good at making everyone around him feel comfortable and promotes a friendly and unceremonial atmosphere in the organization.
Martin Contreras runs a 3-4 defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. He prefers mixing up coverage. Contreras aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 15th in sacks with 5.
They are 2nd in points allowed, averaging 6.5.
They are 4th in pass defense with 116 yards given up per game.
They are 5th in run defense. Giving up 86.5 yards per game.
They are 19th in interceptions with 0.
They are 25th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 9th in forced fumbles.

Contreras is significantly better than Scribner when scouting.
Contreras outperforms Scribner in assessing player ability.
Contreras is better suited to lead a team than Scribner.


TIM SCRIBNER, DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR, BUFFALO BILLS
The Bills currently sit at 2-0-0.

Tim Scribner wants to stay unpredictable on defense, favoring a balanced approach. He is a silent, strong leader. He does his job meticulously without making unnecessary waves, and expects those around him to do the same.
Tim Scribner runs a 3-4 Hybrid defense. The defense revolves around the linebackers. It features primarily zone coverage. He aims to shut down the passing game, making the opponent one dimensional. Scribner aims to field versatile linebackers.

They are 4th in sacks with 9.
They are 16th in points allowed, averaging 26.
They are 23rd in pass defense with 263 yards given up per game.
They are 13th in run defense. Giving up 141.5 yards per game.
They are 24th in interceptions with 0.
They are 7th in the league in tackles for loss.
They are 1st in forced fumbles.

Scribner is slightly better than Contreras at estimating player potential.
Scribner is slightly more detail oriented than Contreras.
Scribner has a slightly better grasp of coaching defense than Contreras.
Scribner outperforms Contreras in player development.
Scribner exhibits way more flexibility than Contreras.
Scribner makes his players hit the weight room more often than Contreras.

Week 2: RB Walter Payton (Stl) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The honor comes after Payton's 28 att, 253 yds, 3 TD performance against the Los Angeles Raiders. Payton from Jackson State was selected in round 0, 11 years ago.

Payton now has 391 Rushing Yards and 4 Touchdowns for the season.

Week 2: DE Jacob Green (Min) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DE Green absolutely dominated in the Vikings 35-10 game with the New York Giants. He finished with 5 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 FF.

Game Recaps for Week 2

Patriots - 34, Jets - 10
Oilers - 37, Browns - 21
Bears - 21, Redskins - 19
Packers - 38, Lions - 17
Steelers - 35, Broncos - 24
Saints - 30, Eagles - 9
Bengals - 42, Dolphins - 24
Vikings - 35, Giants - 10
Buccaneers - 35, Falcons - 24
Chiefs - 27, Cowboys - 24
Cardinals - 45, Raiders - 3
Bills - 45, Colts - 42
Chargers - 45, Seahawks - 7
Rams - 31, 49ers - 10

Bart Oates - C signs extension with the Browns

The Cleveland Browns front office has announced that they have signed Bart Oates - C to a new contract. Oates will stay with the team on a deal of 7 years, $560,000

Mike Pruitt - RB signs extension with the Browns

The Cleveland Browns front office has announced that they have signed Mike Pruitt - RB to a new contract. Pruitt will stay with the team on a deal of 2 years, $520,000

David Little - LB ends hold out

The Houston Oilers front office has announced that they have signed David Little - LB to a new contract. Little will stay with the team on a contract of 6 YEARS, $380,000. This ended his hold out. The LB stated that he is happy to focus on football again.

Jerry Blanton - LB signs extension with the Jets. No longer holding out.

The New York Jets front office has announced that they have signed Jerry Blanton - LB to a new contract. Blanton will stay with the team on a contract of 3 YEARS, $210,000. This ended his hold out. The LB stated that he is happy to focus on football again.

Ken O'Brien - QB signs extension with the Jets

The New York Jets front office has announced that they have signed Ken O'Brien - QB to a new contract. O'Brien will stay with the team on a deal of 5 years, $995,000

Petey Perot - G signs extension with the Buccaneers and ends holdout

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers front office has announced that they have signed Petey Perot - G to a new contract. Perot will stay with the team on a contract of 3 YEARS, $240,000. This ended his hold out. The G stated that he is happy to focus on football again.

Chip Banks - LB signs extension with the Packers

The Green Bay Packers front office has announced that they have signed Chip Banks - LB to a new contract. Banks will stay with the team on a deal of 5 years, $625,345

Jim Kelly - QB signs extension with the Redskins

The Washington Redskins front office has announced that they have signed Jim Kelly - QB to a new contract. Kelly will stay with the team on a deal of 7 years, $1,470,000

Game of the Week: San Francisco 49ers at Los Angeles Rams

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Los Angeles Rams
This should be obvious to anyone who looks a the teams. I see a lot of points being scored in this game.

Mary Moore : San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers have really strong team play. You look at a player like Neal Olkewicz - LB and what he does for a team. He makes everyone around him better. They will rack up a lot of points.

Jim Nox : San Francisco 49ers
You got to like this defense.

Darren Francis : Los Angeles Rams
Looking at how the teams match up, I think a good bet is that Jackie Slater - T will be dominant here. The young T is going to cause headaches for any defense. This week is no difference.

Week 1: QB Jim Kelly (Was) wins Offensive Player of the Week

The Washington Redskins' Jim Kelly threw 5 touchdowns, completing 26 of 31 passes for 315 yards in the Redskins victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

After being drafted in Round 1 of the 1983 amateur draft, season number 3 for Kelly, has seen some impressive numbers including 5 touchdown passes this season.

Week 1: DT Steve McMichael (Was) wins Defensive Player of the Week

DT McMichael absolutely dominated in the Redskins 38-10 game with the Dallas Cowboys. He finished with 8 Tck, 5 Sck.

Game Recaps for Week 1

Falcons - 22, Saints - 13
Rams - 23, Eagles - 3
Packers - 27, Bears - 10
Buccaneers - 30, Browns - 3
49ers - 39, Lions - 24
Jets - 35, Dolphins - 0
Vikings - 37, Oilers - 23
Cardinals - 24, Giants - 3
Bengals - 20, Seahawks - 3
Patriots - 33, Colts - 27
Broncos - 33, Raiders - 7
Bills - 35, Chiefs - 10
Steelers - 29, Chargers - 15
Redskins - 38, Cowboys - 10

The Rams have cut Dan Fouts - QB!

The Dan Fouts year veteran QB will be looking for a new team. In his career he has compiled a CV with 1919/3100, 24569 yds, 158 TD. It remains to be seen if he can bargain that into a new contract elsewhere.

Don Blackmon - LB suspended!

The league has announced that Don Blackmon has been suspended as a result of the criminal investigation into a previous off field incident. The length of the suspension is under continued review.

The Dolphins have yet to comment on the situation

Uecker Investigation leads nowhere.

The prosecutor has announced that there is not sufficient evidence to prosecute Keith Uecker for any criminal misconduct.

Nolan Cromwell - FS suspended!

The league has announced that Nolan Cromwell has been suspended as a result of the criminal investigation into a previous off field incident. The length of the suspension is under continued review.

The Giants have yet to comment on the situation

Preseason Week 2: DT Norm Wells (Atl) has suffered a major injury!

The Atlanta Falcons' DT Norm Wells has suffered an injury: Out (12-16 weeks).

Season Predictions

The sports journalists association has published the results of this year's division prediction polls among their twenty top sports journalists.

NFC East: Washington Redskins with 10 votes (Runner up: St. Louis Cardinals with 8 votes)

NFC Central: Minnesota Vikings with 9 votes (Runner up: Tampa Bay Buccaneers with 8 votes)

NFC West: San Francisco 49ers with 9 votes (Runner up: Los Angeles Rams with 7 votes)

AFC East: Buffalo Bills with 12 votes (Runner up: Indianapolis Colts with 4 votes)

AFC Central: Houston Oilers with 12 votes (Runner up: Pittsburgh Steelers with 8 votes)

AFC West: San Diego Chargers with 9 votes (Runner up: Los Angeles Raiders with 8 votes)

Game of the Week: Houston Oilers at Minnesota Vikings

Our Expert Predictions:

Jeremy Piper : Minnesota Vikings
Do not believe it if anyone tells you the Vikings are overhyped. They are who we thought they were.

Mary Moore : Minnesota Vikings
I see them winning this week, and it will be good for them to break their losing streak.

Jim Nox : Minnesota Vikings
I think having a leader like Jacob Green - DE is the kind of thing that will help the Vikings win this game.

Darren Francis : Minnesota Vikings
Head coach Brad Grant puts them over the top in this game. He is doing some really smart things on offense.

Training camp recaps

As always people are curious about who did what at camp. As always, we are here with a summary.

These players excelled:
Washington Redskins: G Dennis McKnight - G
Washington Redskins: SS Dave Duerson - SS
Washington Redskins: RB Greg Bell - RB
New York Giants: DE Bruce Clark - DE
Minnesota Vikings: G Curtis Rouse - G
Chicago Bears: FS Don Rogers - FS
Atlanta Falcons: DE Tony Simmons - DE
San Francisco 49ers: CB Louis Wright - CB
Miami Dolphins: C Mark Dennard - C
Miami Dolphins: T Hank Goebel - T
New England Patriots: LB Robert Lyles - LB
Cleveland Browns: QB Dave Krieg - QB
Cincinnati Bengals: WR Mike Young - WR
Cincinnati Bengals: DE Ron Holmes - DE
Cincinnati Bengals: LB Tim Meamber - LB
Cincinnati Bengals: CB Lewis Billups - CB
Los Angeles Raiders: FS Harry Hamilton - FS
San Diego Chargers: DE Jim Jeffcoat - DE
Denver Broncos: DT Pete Koch - DT
Denver Broncos: TE Damone Johnson - TE

Post Free Agency Retirements

The following players have retired after going unsigned through free agency:
RB Scott Williams - RB
RB Jaime Covington - RB
RB Ricky Moore - RB
RB Derrick Jensen - RB
WR Daniel Garner - WR
WR Ronald Ferguson - WR
WR Mark Pattison - WR
WR Brain Diehl - WR
WR JoJo Townsell - WR
WR James Maness - WR
WR Carl Aikens - WR
WR Buster Rhymes - WR
LB Jeremy Wood - LB
LB Kenny Garcia - LB
LB Joe Kohlbrand - LB
LB Alex Moyer - LB
LB Chuck Evans - LB
LB Ronnie Washington - LB

WR Clint Haslerig (N/A) has retired!

WR Clint Haslerig - WR (66 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

LB Bruce Herron (N/A) has retired!

LB Bruce Herron - LB (62 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

RB Wilbert Montgomery (N/A) has retired!

RB Wilbert Montgomery - RB (78 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

SS Kyle Morrell (N/A) has retired!

SS Kyle Morrell - SS (49 ovr) has retired after failing to get signed in free agency.

Free Agency Round 10: Round Up

8 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Cleveland Green - T. The T out of Southern signed a contract of New York Giants with 1 year, $70,000.

NFC East was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

New York Giants was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was New York Giants who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $175,000.

Free Agency Round 9: Round Up

3 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Don Macek - C. The C out of Boston College signed a contract of Green Bay Packers with 1 year, $101,069.

AFC West was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.

Green Bay Packers was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Green Bay Packers who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $101,069.

Free Agency Round 8: Round Up

2 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Billy Ray Smith - LB. The LB out of Arkansas signed a contract of Seattle Seahawks with 5 years, $402,500.

AFC East was the most active division with a total of 1 signings.

New York Jets was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Seattle Seahawks who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $60,375.

Free Agency Round 7: Round Up

7 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Steve Riley - T. The T out of USC signed a contract of Miami Dolphins with 1 year, $80,000.

AFC West was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

Miami Dolphins was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Kansas City Chiefs who signed 2 player(s) for a total of $160,000.

Free Agency Round 6: Round Up

10 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Don Hardeman - RB. The RB out of Texas A&M-Kingsville signed a contract of Houston Oilers with 1 year, $77,000.

AFC West was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

Detroit Lions was the most active signing a total of 2 player(s).

The biggest spender was Miami Dolphins who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $162,500.

T Will Wolford (Det) goes #1 overall!

NEW YORK -- The Detroit Lions drafted Will Wolford #1 overall in the 1986 draft. The 6' 5" T fits the team's needs perfectly. Said Lions general manager: "It's up to us to develop him and get good players around him."

"The great thing about the game of football is, it's a team game," Wolford said on a conference call. "I'm just going to be one piece of the puzzle."

Moore and Nox Mock Draft

Pick 1: Detroit Lions
Larry Moore: Lewis Billups - CB
This kid breeds synergy, teams play better when he is on the field. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. He will never throw someone else under the bus to save himself. Solid talent that fits their needs. Really that is all there is to it. Perfect situation. Take the money and run.

Jim Nox: Mark Collins - CB
This kid puts in the work. In addition to his own role, this kid doubles as glue. He makes everyone on the field play as a team. This is a kid who really contributes to the team spirit and the social cohesiveness on the team. Will not have a hard time digesting a pro playbook. Fans, coaches, and teammates alike will be ecstatic to get him on the team. He fits what they need, he is such a great talent. Everything lines up.

Pick 2: Cleveland Browns
Larry Moore: Tim Harris - LB
Every team values leadership, someone to lead by example, this is the guy. Raised to know the value of hard work. Great technique on tackling. Love his strength. He can play everywhere on the line. It is no coincidence he has attracted a lot of attention. Is fast enough to get sacks. Is fast enough to contain outside runs. Those are the players you look for at Defensive End. They need him now. Well yesterday actually. They will love him tomorrow. They will revere him by the end of his career.

Jim Nox: Tim Harris - LB
Teammates gravitate toward him, they follow his lead. Coaches love that about him. This kid is not afraid to work hard. He is a well developed tackler, this is something teams look for. It saves a lot of time when the fundamentals are good. Could almost play Defensive End, he is that strong. Coaches love that versatility. Will not have to come off the field for in obvious passing situations. Has enough quickness to pressure Quarterbacks off the edge. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.

Pick 3: Philadelphia Eagles
Larry Moore: Jim Everett - QB
This kid is not afraid to work hard. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. He will never throw someone else under the bus to save himself. He studies hard. Already making good throws, and that is even with no seasons of pro training. Solid talent that fits their needs. Really that is all there is to it. Perfect situation. Take the money and run.

Jim Nox: Jim Everett - QB
Here you have a kid who puts in the work to succeed. His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. He will never throw someone else under the bus to save himself. He does not get fooled by coverages often. Will deliver the ball to the target with nice accuracy. Solid talent that fits their needs. Really that is all there is to it. Perfect situation. Take the money and run.

Pick 4: Seattle Seahawks
Larry Moore: Leslie O'Neal - DE
Due to his work ethic, this kid is very coachable. He helps everyone get in the right position, making the team run as a well oiled machine. He never gives up on his coaches and teammates. He keeps fighting for them even when others give up. Tackles well. Coaches love how coachable he is. They will be running to the podium for this one.

Jim Nox: Charles Haley - DE
Known for showing up early and staying late. Known for helping out teammates, if they hit a rough patch, whether it is on the field or in their personal lives. Is speedy enough to stay on the field in passing situations. Good understanding of the game, and what is required of each position. Fans, coaches, and teammates alike will be ecstatic to get him on the team. He fits what they need, he is such a great talent. Everything lines up.

Pick 5: Chicago Bears
Larry Moore: Mark Collins - CB
This guy understands what it means to be a pro. Teammates love him. All he cares about is the team. He helps everyone succeed. The guy has gets along with everyone. Pretty smart. Might not be what fans want, but there is a reason people are getting paid to make these decisions. This is a rock solid pick, and he fits what they are looking for. Fans will come around quickly once they see him play.

Jim Nox: Brent Jones - TE
This kid puts in the work. Teammates love him. All he cares about is the team. He helps everyone succeed. Add more speed to the offense. Why would you not? Educated well. Shows good understanding of the game. Nothing to think about here. Pick up the kid, bring him into the building, put him om the field.

Pick 6: New York Giants
Larry Moore: Tom Newberry - G
Respected for his good behavior on the field. This is a guy who is already a pretty good blocker in the run game. He is alert and reacts well on the field. Do not fret. You need him, fans love him. Surefire pick.

Jim Nox: Tom Newberry - G
His good natured behavior, even toward opponents have earned him some criticism, but also an awful lot of respect. Driving up his value is his ability to block on run plays. Teams need kids who can hold their own against fully grown men. Quickly discerns the field, and where to go to to make a play. He can do what they want. He will deliver results early. He fits a need. End of story.

Pick 7: Kansas City Chiefs
Larry Moore: Charles Haley - DE
Raised to know the value of hard work. Known for helping out teammates, if they hit a rough patch, whether it is on the field or in their personal lives. Not exactly a speed rusher, but has plenty of speed for the position. Reliably makes the right decision on the field. Some might say this is a 'need' pick, but we must remember, this is a really good player as well. He will contribute early and often. No losers here.

Jim Nox: Leslie O'Neal - DE
Knows what it takes to achieve success at any level. In addition to his own role, this kid doubles as glue. He makes everyone on the field play as a team. This is not the kind of player who gives up or abandons his friends when things get tough. He will often make the tackle. A cerebral player. He will get a great chance to earn the starting job. He fits what they are looking for. He is a solid player. Cannot go wrong here.

Pick 8: San Diego Chargers
Larry Moore: John Offerdahl - LB
Raised to know the value of hard work. He wants to win! Finishes tackles. Can bull rush smaller Tight Ends and Fullbacks when blitzing. Coaches love this kind on their Linebackers. Fill the need with a quality player. Best case scenario here.

Jim Nox: John Offerdahl - LB
Known among his teammates as a hard worker. What can I say? The guy loves to win and it shows on the field. Tackles with good leverage. Rarely lets people go. Could almost play Defensive End, he is that strong. Coaches love that versatility. He fills a need for them. Great pick here.

Pick 9: Miami Dolphins
Larry Moore: Will Wolford - T
Run blocking is very different when facing college kids than the full-grown men in the pros. This kid has the skills to do the latter. Scouts highlight the intelligent decisions he makes on the field. They need playmakers at this position. This is what they are getting here. Solid pick.

Jim Nox: Lewis Billups - CB
The ultimate team player. This is the kind of kid you want to promote the game. Well behaved, loves the game, and respectful. He never gives up on his coaches and teammates. He keeps fighting for them even when others give up. They almost have to make this pick. You do not want to look back in five years and see this kid on another team knowing he could have been yours.

Pick 10: New England Patriots
Larry Moore: Brent Jones - TE
Known for showing up early and staying late. In addition to his own role, this kid doubles as glue. He makes everyone on the field play as a team. Add more speed to the offense. Why would you not? Reacts with good instincts. They need players at the position, and good ones at that. He fits the bill, he is worth the pick. End of story.

Jim Nox: Pat Swilling - LB
His leadership is through the roof. He is on the frontline, always. Known among his teammates as a hard worker. Football is a team sport, and he knows it. No point in getting to the ball carrier if you cannot take him down. This kid tackles well. That is something teams are looking at. Not the strongest, but strong enough. Can maintain his leverage and shed blocks. Offenses will need to keep tabs on him. He will close down fairly quickly if left unblocked. He can do what they want. He will deliver results early. He fits a need. End of story.

Free Agency Round 5: Round Up

12 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jim Hough - G. The G out of Utah St. signed a contract of Kansas City Chiefs with 1 year, $70,000.

AFC East was the most active division with a total of 4 signings.

Miami Dolphins was the most active signing a total of 4 player(s).

The biggest spender was Miami Dolphins who signed 4 player(s) for a total of $185,000.

Free Agency Round 4: Round Up

8 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Wilson Whitley - DT. The DT out of Houston signed a contract of Pittsburgh Steelers with 1 year, $75,000.

NFC East was the most active division with a total of 2 signings.

Dallas Cowboys was the most active signing a total of 1 player(s).

The biggest spender was Dallas Cowboys who signed 1 player(s) for a total of $110,000.

Free Agency Round 3: Round Up

14 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Chuck Muncie - RB. The RB out of California signed a contract of Chicago Bears with 1 year, $240,000.

NFC Central was the most active division with a total of 3 signings.

Los Angeles Rams was the most active signing a total of 3 player(s).

The biggest spender was Los Angeles Rams who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $262,000.

FS Nolan Cromwell (NYG) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Nolan Cromwell, one of the league's top FSs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 2 year contract worth $145,000 to play for the New York Giants.

Free Agency Round 2: Round Up

29 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Louis Wright - CB. The CB out of Arizona State signed a contract of San Francisco 49ers with 1 year, $150,000.

AFC West was the most active division with a total of 12 signings.

Seattle Seahawks was the most active signing a total of 6 player(s).

The biggest spender was Seattle Seahawks who signed 6 player(s) for a total of $729,675.

WR Nat Moore (Was) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, WR Nat Moore was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Washington Redskins were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Moore's agent called to tell him that the Redskins head coach was in town. Soon, Moore was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Moore is being fitted for a Redskins uniform.

One of the league's top WRs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $192,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Redskins," Moore said.

LB Harry Carson (NE) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, LB Harry Carson was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New England Patriots were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Carson's agent called to tell him that the Patriots head coach was in town. Soon, Carson was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Carson is being fitted for a Patriots uniform.

One of the league's top LBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $175,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Patriots," Carson said.

CB Louis Wright (SF) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, CB Louis Wright was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the San Francisco 49ers were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Wright's agent called to tell him that the 49ers head coach was in town. Soon, Wright was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Wright is being fitted for a 49ers uniform.

One of the league's top CBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 1 year contract worth $150,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the 49ers," Wright said.

Free Agency Round 1: Round Up

21 players signed this week.

The biggest name signing this week was Jay Hilgenberg - C. The C out of Iowa signed a contract of New England Patriots with 4 years, $600,000.

AFC West was the most active division with a total of 8 signings.

Seattle Seahawks was the most active signing a total of 6 player(s).

The biggest spender was New England Patriots who signed 3 player(s) for a total of $607,500.

G Sean Farrell (Sea) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, G Sean Farrell was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the Seattle Seahawks were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Farrell's agent called to tell him that the Seahawks head coach was in town. Soon, Farrell was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Farrell is being fitted for a Seahawks uniform.

One of the league's top Gs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 4 year contract worth $165,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Seahawks," Farrell said.

LB Hugh Green (NE) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, LB Hugh Green was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New England Patriots were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Green's agent called to tell him that the Patriots head coach was in town. Soon, Green was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Green is being fitted for a Patriots uniform.

One of the league's top LBs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 3 year contract worth $200,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Patriots," Green said.

SS Dennis Smith (Sea) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Dennis Smith, one of the league's top SSs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 5 year contract worth $150,000 to play for the Seattle Seahawks.

WR Wesley Walker (NE) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Anxious all week, WR Wesley Walker was finally catching some sleep at home in Charlotte, N.C., when he found out just how serious the New England Patriots were about acquiring him.

The free-agent signing period had just begun, and Walker's agent called to tell him that the Patriots head coach was in town. Soon, Walker was meeting him at an executive airport.

Now, Walker is being fitted for a Patriots uniform.

One of the league's top WRs and top free-agent prize agreed Friday to a 2 year contract worth $235,000.

"It's one thing to play football in this league and make a living, but it's a totally different thing to come to a place with a rich tradition like the Patriots," Walker said.

QB David Woodley (Hou) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- David Woodley, one of the league's top QBs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 7 year contract worth $358,800 to play for the Houston Oilers.

C Jay Hilgenberg (NE) signs large free agent deal!

NEW YORK -- Jay Hilgenberg, one of the league's top Cs and top free-agent prize agreed to a 4 year contract worth $172,500 to play for the New England Patriots.

Offseason Team Needs with Jeremy Piper

With a new offseason under way, some rosters are in good shape. However, other teams have big needs to address this offseason. Your always trusty Jeremy Piper here brings you a quick glance at the teams with work to do. Whether they fill their needs in the draft or with veterans in free agency remains to be seen.

Here we go:
Dallas Cowboys: RB T C WR CB LB DT DE
Washington Redskins: WR CB LB DT FS
St. Louis Cardinals: QB G T C WR LB FS SS
Philadelphia Eagles: QB WR CB
New York Giants: RB G T WR CB LB DE SS
Green Bay Packers: C DE
Minnesota Vikings: G T C TE WR LB DT SS
Detroit Lions: T TE WR CB DT FS SS
Chicago Bears: RB TE CB DT FS
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: T WR CB LB DE FS
Atlanta Falcons: QB G C TE WR CB DT DE
Los Angeles Rams: WR CB DE SS
New Orleans Saints: C TE CB LB DT DE SS
San Francisco 49ers: C TE CB LB
Miami Dolphins: T C WR CB DT SS
New England Patriots: QB G T C TE WR CB LB DE FS
Indianapolis Colts: TE WR LB DT DE FS
New York Jets: G T WR CB LB DT DE FS SS
Buffalo Bills: C TE CB DT
Pittsburgh Steelers: QB G TE WR CB LB DT DE
Houston Oilers: QB T C TE WR CB LB DT DE
Cleveland Browns: RB T TE WR CB LB DT
Cincinnati Bengals: QB WR CB DT DE
Los Angeles Raiders: QB RB G T WR CB LB DE FS SS
Seattle Seahawks: RB TE WR CB LB DT DE FS SS
San Diego Chargers: QB G WR CB LB DT SS
Denver Broncos: QB G T C TE WR CB LB DT DE FS
Kansas City Chiefs: G C WR LB DT DE SS

Indianapolis Colts sign coach David Muse

The Indianapolis Colts have announced that they have signed David Muse as their new Head Scout. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Indianapolis Colts.

Minnesota Vikings sign coach Irving McCord

The Minnesota Vikings have announced that they have signed Irving McCord as their new DB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Minnesota Vikings.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers sign coach Keith Novotny

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have announced that they have signed Keith Novotny as their new LB Coach. He will get a 2 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Minnesota Vikings sign coach Alan West

The Minnesota Vikings have announced that they have signed Alan West as their new DL Coach. He will get a 3 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Minnesota Vikings.

Michael Williams staying with San Francisco 49ers

Pittsburgh tried to pry Michael Williams away from San Francisco to fill the position as their new OL Coach. However, Williams publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with San Francisco as their OL Coach for the coming season.

Minnesota Vikings sign coach Ryan Mckeever

The Minnesota Vikings have announced that they have signed Ryan Mckeever as their new RB and Receivers Coach. He will get a 3 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings sign coach John Canada

The Minnesota Vikings have announced that they have signed John Canada as their new QB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.0 million per year with the Minnesota Vikings.

Pittsburgh Steelers hire Todd Ward from the Indianapolis Colts

Pittsburgh has announced that they have signed Todd Ward as their new Head Scout. Ward was previously working for Indianapolis as Head Scout. He will get a 2 year contract worth 2.0 million pr year with Pittsburgh.

Minnesota Vikings sign coach Richard Long

The Minnesota Vikings have announced that they have signed Richard Long as their new Head Scout. He will get a 3 year contract worth 1.5 million per year with the Minnesota Vikings.

Houston Oilers hire Brian Wells from the Philadelphia Eagles

Houston has announced that they have signed Brian Wells as their new Defensive Coordinator. Wells was previously working for Philadelphia as Defensive Coordinator. He will get a 5 year contract worth 6.5 million pr year with Houston.

Houston Oilers hire Delmar Smith from the Minnesota Vikings

Houston has announced that they have signed Delmar Smith as their new Offensive Coordinator. Smith was previously working for Minnesota as Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 5 year contract worth 6.5 million pr year with Houston.

Houston Oilers hire Sylvester Gilbert from the San Diego Chargers

Houston has announced that they have signed Sylvester Gilbert as their new Head Coach. Gilbert was previously working for San Diego as Offensive Coordinator. He will get a 7 year contract worth 10.0 million pr year with Houston.

Pittsburgh Steelers sign coach David Graf

The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced that they have signed David Graf as their new LB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.4 million per year with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Trent Swenson staying with New York Giants

The Kansas City Chiefs tried to pry Trent Swenson away from Giants to fill the position as their new DL Coach. However, Swenson publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Giants as their LB Coach for the coming season.

Alex Enriquez staying with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Minnesota tried to pry Alex Enriquez away from Tampa Bay to fill the position as their new DL Coach. However, Enriquez publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Tampa Bay as their Head Scout for the coming season.

Washington Redskins sign coach Keith Wagner

The Washington Redskins have announced that they have signed Keith Wagner as their new QB Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 1.1 million per year with the Washington Redskins.

Houston Oilers hire Paul Bryson from the Atlanta Falcons

Houston has announced that they have signed Paul Bryson as their new Head Scout. Bryson was previously working for Atlanta as Head Scout. He will get a 7 year contract worth 2.5 million pr year with Houston.

Green Bay Packers hire Renato Olivo from the Denver Broncos

Green Bay has announced that they have signed Renato Olivo as their new Defensive Coordinator. Olivo was previously working for Denver as LB Coach. He will get a 3 year contract worth 1.8 million pr year with Green Bay.

Delmar Smith staying with Minnesota Vikings

The Seattle Seahawks tried to pry Delmar Smith away from Vikings to fill the position as their new Head Coach. However, Smith publicly dismissed that a move was imminent, and that assured fans that he would stay with Vikings as their Offensive Coordinator for the coming season.

New England Patriots sign coach Leeman Bennett

The New England Patriots have announced that they have signed Leeman Bennett as their new Head Coach. He will get a 4 year contract worth 20.0 million per year with the New England Patriots.

Draft Order: Seattle Seahawks own first overall.

Pick 1: Seattle Seahawks
Pick 2: Detroit Lions
Pick 3: Cleveland Browns
Pick 4: Philadelphia Eagles
Pick 5: Chicago Bears
Pick 6: New York Giants
Pick 7: Kansas City Chiefs
Pick 8: San Diego Chargers
Pick 9: Miami Dolphins
Pick 10: New England Patriots
Pick 11: Denver Broncos
Pick 12: Indianapolis Colts
Pick 13: New Orleans Saints
Pick 14: Green Bay Packers
Pick 15: Dallas Cowboys
Pick 16: New York Jets (from St. Louis Cardinals)
Pick 17: Atlanta Falcons
Pick 18: Pittsburgh Steelers
Pick 19: Chicago Bears (from San Francisco 49ers)
Pick 20: New York Jets
Pick 21: Buffalo Bills (from Los Angeles Raiders)
Pick 22: Cincinnati Bengals
Pick 23: Washington Redskins
Pick 24: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Pick 25: Atlanta Falcons (from Minnesota Vikings)
Pick 26: Buffalo Bills
Pick 27: Los Angeles Rams
Pick 28: Philadelphia Eagles (from Houston Oilers)

Coaching Carousel Predictions.

The offseason is upon us and that means teams are shaking up their coaching staffs. This means that we get to take our annual look at coordinators who could make the leap to become head coaches, and the teams who are likely to poach them.

The prime candidates identified by our experts are:
Shane Workman - Defensive Coordinator - San Diego Chargers
Sylvester Gilbert - Offensive Coordinator - San Diego Chargers
Fred Harmon - Offensive Coordinator - Pittsburgh Steelers
Delmar Smith - Offensive Coordinator - Minnesota Vikings
Steven Rousseau - Defensive Coordinator - Los Angeles Raiders
Lucio Bass - Offensive Coordinator - Los Angeles Raiders

As always, we are prone to wild speculations, so we asked our in-house experts to do a little matchmaking between candidates and teams. Here is what they came up with:

Mary Moore:
Delmar Smith leaves the Vikings to become the head coach for the New Orleans Saints.

Darren Francis:
I think the Vikings lose Delmar Smith and I see him heading to Denver Broncos.

Jim Nox:
The Raiders cannot hold on to Lucio Bass. I would like to see him coach the Denver Broncos.

Jeremy Piper:
Lucio Bass is certainly on the move. That means Raiders will need a new coordinator. As for where Bass ends up? Well, I think New England Patriots is a good bet.

Contract Updates

The following players have unlocked bonuses in their contracts based on their performance last season:
James Wilder - RB (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Avg. Rush Gain (Target: 5 / Accomplished: 5).
Drew Hill - WR (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 15 / Accomplished: 16).
Dan Ross - TE (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 30 / Accomplished: 30).
Dan Ross - TE (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Catches (Target: 30 / Accomplished: 36).
Dave Waymer - SS (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Games Started (Target: 16 / Accomplished: 16).
Dave Waymer - SS (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Tackles (Target: 50 / Accomplished: 104).
Jim Ritcher - G (Philadelphia Eagles) unlocked a 5% bonus for Pancakes (Target: 10 / Accomplished: 28).
Mel Owens - LB (Green Bay Packers) unlocked a 1% bonus for Tackles (Target: 100 / Accomplished: 125).
Matt Millen - LB (San Francisco 49ers) unlocked a 1% bonus for Sacks (Target: 7 / Accomplished: 7).
David Little - LB (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Mike Munchak - G (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Joey Browner - SS (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Louis Oubre - G (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Timmy Newsome - RB (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Jim Jensen - WR (Houston Oilers) unlocked a 1% bonus for winning the championship.
Gerry Ellis - RB (Denver Broncos) unlocked a 5% bonus for Rushing Attempts (Target: 200 / Accomplished: 211).

Players Holding Out

The following players want a new contract, and have announced their intention to hold out:
Petey Perot - G (Tampa Bay Buccaneers)
Jerry Blanton - LB (New York Jets)
David Little - LB (Houston Oilers)

Nolan Cromwell - FS under criminal investigation!

It looks like the off field troubles of Nolan Cromwell have finally caught up with him. Local news reports that a criminal investigation has been launched looking into previous criminal misconduct of Cromwell. The league has reiterated that standard policy is to await results from the criminal investigation before deciding on any punishment.

Don Blackmon - LB under criminal investigation!

It looks like the off field troubles of Don Blackmon have finally caught up with him. Local news reports that a criminal investigation has been launched looking into previous criminal misconduct of Blackmon. The league has reiterated that standard policy is to await results from the criminal investigation before deciding on any punishment.

The Dolphins have yet to comment on the situation.

Keith Uecker - T under criminal investigation!

It looks like the off field troubles of Keith Uecker have finally caught up with him. Local news reports that a criminal investigation has been launched looking into previous criminal misconduct of Uecker. The league has reiterated that standard policy is to await results from the criminal investigation before deciding on any punishment.

The Packers have yet to comment on the situation.

Dennis Paige has retired from coaching

Dennis Paige has announced his decision to retire from coaching. He will pursue a career in broadcasting.

Raymond Rivera has retired from coaching

Raymond Rivera has announced his decision to retire from coaching. It is assumed he will take a job in the private sector.

Active Player Retirements

Dallas Cowboys:
TE Jay Saldi - TE (10 seasons) 199 rec, 2537 yds, 24 TD
FS Aaron Kyle - FS (10 seasons) 537 Tck, 27 Sck, 14 Int, 2 Def TD, 5 FF, 3 FR
CB Benny Barnes - CB (14 seasons) 472 Tck, 3 Sck, 11 Int, 2 Def TD, 13 FF, 9 FR

Washington Redskins:
WR Harold Carmichael - WR (15 seasons) 624 rec, 12176 yds, 106 TD

St. Louis Cardinals:
DE Ross Browner - DE (8 seasons) 74 Tck, 15 Sck, 4 FF, 3 FR

Chicago Bears:
RB Mike Guman - RB (6 seasons) 704 att, 3376 yds, 23 TD, 44 rec, 640 yds, 3 TD
RB William Andrews - RB (7 seasons) 1732 att, 8440 yds, 51 TD, 36 rec, 454 yds, 6 TD

Tampa Bay Buccaneers:
CB Mike Washington - CB (10 seasons) 455 Tck, 12 Int, 9 FF, 7 FR

Atlanta Falcons:
WR Theo Bell - WR (10 seasons) 480 rec, 6876 yds, 58 TD

New Orleans Saints:
G Rod Walters - G (10 seasons) 259 Pancakes

Miami Dolphins:
T Charlie Getty - T (12 seasons) 497 Pancakes
LB Jack Lambert - LB (12 seasons) 1126 Tck, 29 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Sfty, 23 FF, 8 FR

Indianapolis Colts:
FS Chuck Crist - FS (14 seasons) 610 Tck, 8 Sck, 12 Int, 1 Def TD, 11 FF, 8 FR

New York Jets:
G Glenn Bujnoch - G (10 seasons) 431 Pancakes

Pittsburgh Steelers:
QB Joe Theismann - QB (12 seasons) 1907/2787, 19509 yds, 148 TD

Houston Oilers:
CB Peter Saywer - CB (9 seasons) 171 Tck, 2 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Def TD, 4 FF, 2 FR

Cleveland Browns:
TE Oscar Roan - TE (11 seasons) 409 rec, 3150 yds, 22 TD
WR Leonard Thompson - WR (11 seasons) 249 rec, 2399 yds, 17 TD

Cincinnati Bengals:
LB Carl Ekern - LB (10 seasons) 725 Tck, 31 Sck, 1 Int, 8 FF, 3 FR

Seattle Seahawks:
FS Johnnie Gray - FS (11 seasons) 369 Tck, 11 Sck, 4 Int, 1 Sfty, 6 FF, 2 FR
TE John Sawyer - TE (11 seasons) 222 rec, 1770 yds, 11 TD

Notable free agent retirements

QB:
Greg Landry (18 seasons pro) 1558/2359, 16607 yds, 122 TD
Bert Jones (13 seasons pro) 1388/2167, 13608 yds, 91 TD
Steve Bartkowski (11 seasons pro) 179/355, 1737 yds, 13 TD
Bob Avellini (11 seasons pro) 250/451, 3210 yds, 19 TD
Bill Donckers (10 seasons pro) 182/278, 1867 yds, 16 TD
Jeff Kemp (5 seasons pro) 144/231, 1694 yds, 9 TD

RB:
Mike Strachan (11 seasons pro) 2450 att, 10753 yds, 74 TD, 79 rec, 553 yds, 7 TD
Dexter Bussey (12 seasons pro) 2625 att, 13534 yds, 113 TD, 29 rec, 225 yds, 1 TD
Mike Hogan (10 seasons pro) 1094 att, 4922 yds, 35 TD, 27 rec, 147 yds, 2 TD
Eric Torkelson (12 seasons pro) 656 att, 3147 yds, 22 TD, 72 rec, 553 yds, 3 TD
Don Woods (12 seasons pro) 1121 att, 3580 yds, 30 TD, 61 rec, 566 yds, 7 TD
Sam Cunningham (13 seasons pro) 542 att, 2596 yds, 27 TD, 13 rec, 157 yds, 0 TD
Tony Galbreath (10 seasons pro) 403 att, 1589 yds, 9 TD, 40 rec, 566 yds, 6 TD
Pat McNeil (10 seasons pro) 565 att, 2272 yds, 13 TD, 27 rec, 356 yds, 4 TD
Woody Thompson (11 seasons pro) 524 att, 2556 yds, 27 TD, 19 rec, 119 yds, 0 TD
Jim Jensen (10 seasons pro) 319 att, 1578 yds, 13 TD, 8 rec, 97 yds, 0 TD
Rick Parros (6 seasons pro) 193 att, 648 yds, 7 TD, 13 rec, 67 yds, 0 TD
Mike Franckowiak (11 seasons pro) 153 att, 578 yds, 3 TD, 23 rec, 202 yds, 2 TD

G:
Joe DeLamielleure (13 seasons pro) 752 Pancakes
Noah Jackson (11 seasons pro) 278 Pancakes
Greg Horton (10 seasons pro) 134 Pancakes

T:
Keith Fahnhorst (12 seasons pro) 558 Pancakes
Rayfield Wright (19 seasons pro) 752 Pancakes
Dave Reavis (12 seasons pro) 236 Pancakes
Doug France (11 seasons pro) 240 Pancakes
Gerry Sullivan (12 seasons pro) 227 Pancakes
Pat Donovan (11 seasons pro) 176 Pancakes
Claudie Minor (12 seasons pro) 175 Pancakes

C:
Karl Chandler (12 seasons pro) 249 Pancakes
Dennis Franks (10 seasons pro) 103 Pancakes

TE:
Bob Moore (15 seasons pro) 362 rec, 2708 yds, 19 TD
Andre Tillman (11 seasons pro) 163 rec, 1083 yds, 11 TD
Ron Howard (12 seasons pro) 135 rec, 960 yds, 2 TD

WR:
James Scott (10 seasons pro) 633 rec, 8274 yds, 74 TD
Drew Pearson (13 seasons pro) 351 rec, 6384 yds, 62 TD
Ernest Pough (10 seasons pro) 515 rec, 8391 yds, 82 TD
Larry Dorsey (10 seasons pro) 474 rec, 6002 yds, 49 TD
Howard Satterwhite (10 seasons pro) 339 rec, 4245 yds, 22 TD
Rick Upchurch (11 seasons pro) 341 rec, 3955 yds, 19 TD
Don Buckey (10 seasons pro) 370 rec, 4584 yds, 32 TD
Ike Harris (11 seasons pro) 167 rec, 1767 yds, 14 TD
Freddie Scott (12 seasons pro) 76 rec, 871 yds, 8 TD

CB:
Randy Logan (13 seasons pro) 609 Tck, 4 Sck, 14 Int, 4 Def TD, 17 FF, 11 FR
Tony Greene (15 seasons pro) 368 Tck, 14 Int, 2 Def TD, 6 FF, 3 FR
Marvin Cobb (11 seasons pro) 186 Tck, 2 Sck, 2 Int, 2 FF
Eddie Lewis (10 seasons pro) 168 Tck, 1 Sck, 6 Int, 1 Def TD, 2 FF, 1 FR
Hal Stringert (11 seasons pro) 68 Tck, 8 Int, 5 FF, 2 FR

LB:
Fulton Kuykendall (11 seasons pro) 711 Tck, 12 Sck, 2 Int, 12 FF, 8 FR
Larry Keller (10 seasons pro) 698 Tck, 24 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Def TD, 8 FF, 8 FR
John Bunting (14 seasons pro) 751 Tck, 47 Sck, 2 Int, 8 FF, 5 FR
Jim Laslavic (13 seasons pro) 750 Tck, 18 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Blk FG, 14 FF, 8 FR
Steve Towle (11 seasons pro) 543 Tck, 31 Sck, 3 Int, 1 Sfty, 6 FF, 5 FR
Jeff Siemon (14 seasons pro) 461 Tck, 16 Sck, 5 Int, 1 Def TD, 9 FF, 6 FR
Thomas Henderson (11 seasons pro) 476 Tck, 7 Sck, 2 Sfty, 10 FF, 3 FR
Mike Hegman (10 seasons pro) 288 Tck, 17 Sck, 2 FF, 2 FR
Sammy Green (10 seasons pro) 304 Tck, 4 Sck, 1 Int, 1 Sfty, 1 FR
Sam Hunt (12 seasons pro) 273 Tck, 10 Sck, 1 Int, 4 FF, 1 FR
Joe Norman (7 seasons pro) 186 Tck, 6 Sck, 1 Int, 5 FF, 3 FR

DT:
Charles DeJurnett (10 seasons pro) 155 Tck, 16 Sck, 5 FF, 3 FR
Rick Dvorak (12 seasons pro) 101 Tck, 8 Sck, 3 FF, 3 FR
Wally Chambers (13 seasons pro) 131 Tck, 21 Sck, 2 FF, 2 FR
Ron Rydalch (11 seasons pro) 89 Tck, 11 Sck, 3 FF, 1 FR
Dave Roller (15 seasons pro) 81 Tck, 7 Sck, 1 FF

DE:
Royce Berry (17 seasons pro) 170 Tck, 26 Sck, 9 FF, 4 FR
Mark Mullaney (11 seasons pro) 119 Tck, 10 Sck, 3 FF, 2 FR
Dave Pureifory (14 seasons pro) 125 Tck, 29 Sck, 1 Def TD, 10 FF, 4 FR
Bob Barber (10 seasons pro) 71 Tck, 13 Sck, 2 FF, 1 FR
Bob Kohrs (6 seasons pro) 22 Tck, 5 Sck

FS:
Mark Cotney (11 seasons pro) 577 Tck, 6 Sck, 13 Int, 1 Blk FG, 6 FF, 3 FR
Lyle Blackwood (13 seasons pro) 316 Tck, 4 Sck, 6 Int, 1 Def TD, 1 Blk FG, 6 FF, 6 FR
Jim Stienke (13 seasons pro) 196 Tck, 1 Sck, 6 Int, 2 Def TD, 1 FF, 1 FR
Charles Cornelius (9 seasons pro) 42 Tck, 5 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD

SS:
Mike Fuller (11 seasons pro) 728 Tck, 16 Sck, 4 Int, 7 FF, 8 FR
Jim Gueno (10 seasons pro) 409 Tck, 15 Sck, 2 Int, 1 Def TD, 12 FF, 7 FR

K:
Mark Moseley (16 seasons pro) 207/280 FG
Michael Knudson (10 seasons pro) 226/348 FG
Rafael Septien (9 seasons pro) 46/84 FG
Rex Robinson (5 seasons pro) 20/30 FG

P:
Orville Maldonado (10 seasons pro) 27754 yards, 227 inside 20

Other retirements

QB Randy Wright - QB (63 ovr)
QB Frank Seurer - QB (58 ovr)
QB John Witkowski - QB (57 ovr)
QB Rick McIvor - QB (54 ovr)
QB Todd Hons - QB (54 ovr)
QB Tom Ramsey - QB (53 ovr)
QB Alan Risher - QB (51 ovr)
QB Scott Stankavage - QB (50 ovr)
QB Ricky Turner - QB (48 ovr)
QB Joe Dufek - QB (46 ovr)
RB Kelvin Bryant - RB (69 ovr)
RB Gene Lang - RB (69 ovr)
RB Paul Hofer - RB (67 ovr)
RB Leonard Williams - RB (66 ovr)
RB Dan Reeder - RB (65 ovr)
RB Derrick Harmon - RB (64 ovr)
RB Keith Griffin - RB (64 ovr)
RB Elton Veals - RB (63 ovr)
RB Lionel James - RB (63 ovr)
RB Mike Rozier - RB (63 ovr)
RB Willie Joyner - RB (63 ovr)
RB Michael Williams - RB (63 ovr)
RB Chris Brewer - RB (62 ovr)
RB Sam Harrell - RB (62 ovr)
RB Joe Carter - RB (61 ovr)
RB Scoop Gillespie - RB (61 ovr)
RB Jimmy Smith - RB (60 ovr)
RB Randall Morris - RB (60 ovr)
RB Mosi Tatupu - RB (59 ovr)
RB Joe Hayes - RB (58 ovr)
RB Donald Jordan - RB (58 ovr)
RB Buford Jordan - RB (58 ovr)
RB Doug Paschal - RB (58 ovr)
RB Larry Barnes - RB (56 ovr)
FB E.J. Jones - FB (40 ovr)
FB George Wonsley - FB (39 ovr)
G Craig Wolfley - G (74 ovr)
G Dave Scott - G (72 ovr)
G Rick Mallory - G (69 ovr)
G J.T. Turner - G (66 ovr)
G Ben Lawrence - G (63 ovr)
G Randy Johnson - G (63 ovr)
G Mark MacDonald - G (61 ovr)
G David Jordan - G (59 ovr)
G Jon Roehlk - G (57 ovr)
G David Jones - G (57 ovr)
G Winford Hood - G (57 ovr)
G Stefan Humphries - G (56 ovr)
G Scott Auer - G (55 ovr)
G Jeff Toews - G (54 ovr)
G Bob Van Duyne - G (54 ovr)
G Rob Fada - G (51 ovr)
G Juan Speight - G (44 ovr)
G John Watson - G (42 ovr)
T Rusty Russell - T (67 ovr)
T Dave Burnette - T (62 ovr)
T Reggie Smith - T (61 ovr)
T Ted Petersen - T (61 ovr)
T Ed Muransky - T (60 ovr)
T Conrad Goode - T (59 ovr)
T Curt Singer - T (58 ovr)
T Lindsey Mason - T (56 ovr)
T Roger Taylor - T (56 ovr)
T John Hunt - T (55 ovr)
T Jim Boyle - T (54 ovr)
T Ellis Gardner - T (51 ovr)
T Allan Kennedy - T (51 ovr)
C Rob Monaco - C (61 ovr)
C Chuck Thomas - C (56 ovr)
C Randy Rasmussen - C (55 ovr)
C Don Bailey - C (54 ovr)
C Ron Sams - C (54 ovr)
C Chris Foote - C (54 ovr)
TE Loaird McCreary - TE (68 ovr)
TE Jim Thaxton - TE (55 ovr)
TE Mark Lewis - TE (54 ovr)
TE Craig Dunaway - TE (52 ovr)
TE Cliff Benson - TE (51 ovr)
TE Fred Cornwell - TE (50 ovr)
TE Darryl Lewis - TE (50 ovr)
TE Gordon Hudson - TE (49 ovr)
TE Jay Carroll - TE (49 ovr)
TE Darrell Nelson - TE (49 ovr)
TE Andy Ekern - TE (49 ovr)
TE Glenn Dennison - TE (48 ovr)
TE Trey Junkin - TE (48 ovr)
TE Chris Kolodziejski - TE (47 ovr)
TE John Chesley - TE (46 ovr)
TE Malcolm Scott - TE (46 ovr)
TE John Goode - TE (45 ovr)
TE Ron Wetzel - TE (45 ovr)
TE Don Kern - TE (44 ovr)
TE Billy Griggs - TE (43 ovr)
TE M.L. Harris - TE (43 ovr)
TE Jerry Diorio - TE (42 ovr)
TE Norris Brown - TE (41 ovr)
TE Jeff Spek - TE (39 ovr)
TE Gary Parris - TE (27 ovr)
WR Clarence Weathers - WR (72 ovr)
WR Renaldo Nehemiah - WR (65 ovr)
WR Weegie Thompson - WR (63 ovr)
WR Robert Holt - WR (62 ovr)
WR Carl Lewis - WR (62 ovr)
WR Eric Richardson - WR (58 ovr)
WR Gregg Garrity - WR (58 ovr)
WR Lenny Taylor - WR (57 ovr)
WR Don Clune - WR (57 ovr)
WR Malcolm Moore - WR (56 ovr)
WR Pete Mandley - WR (56 ovr)
WR Craig White - WR (54 ovr)
WR Keith Kidd - WR (54 ovr)
WR Perry Kemp - WR (54 ovr)
WR Joey Jones - WR (54 ovr)
WR Al Williams - WR (54 ovr)
WR Herkie Walls - WR (54 ovr)
WR Don Holmes - WR (53 ovr)
WR Dwight Collins - WR (53 ovr)
WR Mike Martin - WR (53 ovr)
WR Mike Harmon - WR (53 ovr)
WR Paul Skansi - WR (53 ovr)
WR Byron Franklin - WR (53 ovr)
WR Mitchell Brookins - WR (52 ovr)
WR Gene Branton - WR (51 ovr)
WR Fernanza Burgess - WR (51 ovr)
WR Curtland Thomas - WR (50 ovr)
WR Steve Bird - WR (50 ovr)
WR Julius Dawkins - WR (50 ovr)
WR Otis Grant - WR (50 ovr)
WR Glen Young - WR (48 ovr)
WR Clay Pickering - WR (47 ovr)
CB Willie Teal - CB (60 ovr)
CB Reggie Phillips - CB (58 ovr)
CB Jim Rockford - CB (53 ovr)
CB Lupe Sanchez - CB (53 ovr)
CB Chuck Clanton - CB (53 ovr)
CB Charles Romes - CB (53 ovr)
CB Garcia Lane - CB (52 ovr)
CB Myron Dupree - CB (51 ovr)
CB Roy Bennett - CB (49 ovr)
CB Jeff Colter - CB (44 ovr)
CB Mark Jackson - CB (44 ovr)
CB Jimmy Allen - CB (44 ovr)
LB Anthony Griggs - LB (72 ovr)
LB Mark Brown - LB (69 ovr)
LB Kiki DeAyala - LB (66 ovr)
LB Todd Shell - LB (66 ovr)
LB Scott Pelluer - LB (64 ovr)
LB Ed Brady - LB (64 ovr)
LB Keith Browner - LB (60 ovr)
LB Lyman White - LB (60 ovr)
LB Bobby Bell - LB (59 ovr)
LB Jeff Paine - LB (58 ovr)
LB Mike McDonald - LB (58 ovr)
LB Charles Baker - LB (58 ovr)
LB Ken Rose - LB (57 ovr)
LB Ed Reynolds - LB (57 ovr)
LB Cliff Thrift - LB (57 ovr)
LB Chris Washington - LB (56 ovr)
LB Mike Guendling - LB (56 ovr)
LB Glen Redd - LB (56 ovr)
LB Rydell Malancon - LB (55 ovr)
LB Jimmie Turner - LB (55 ovr)
LB John Kaiser - LB (55 ovr)
LB Dave Windham - LB (55 ovr)
LB Darryl Goodlow - LB (55 ovr)
LB Jeff Jackson - LB (55 ovr)
LB David Frye - LB (55 ovr)
LB Kirk Dodge - LB (54 ovr)
LB Guy Frazier - LB (54 ovr)
LB Jeff Leiding - LB (53 ovr)
LB Jim Dumont - LB (52 ovr)
LB Norwood Vann - LB (51 ovr)
DT Matthew Quintanilla - DT (67 ovr)
DT Lester Williams - DT (66 ovr)
DT Carl Barisich - DT (61 ovr)
DT Brian Sochia - DT (56 ovr)
DT Dino Mangiero - DT (55 ovr)
DT George Achica - DT (53 ovr)
DT Mitch Willis - DT (52 ovr)
DT Dave Puzzuoli - DT (51 ovr)
DT Chuck Ehin - DT (51 ovr)
DT John Haines - DT (50 ovr)
DT Mike Fanning - DT (50 ovr)
DT Tom Baldwin - DT (49 ovr)
DT Keith Guthrie - DT (48 ovr)
DT Rickey Hagood - DT (45 ovr)
DT Dan Ralph - DT (44 ovr)
DT Don Thorp - DT (44 ovr)
DT Dowe Aughtman - DT (38 ovr)
DT John Grant - DT (24 ovr)
DE Thomas Strauthers - DE (58 ovr)
DE Hasson Arbubakrr - DE (56 ovr)
DE Hal Stephens - DE (55 ovr)
DE Robert Cobb - DE (54 ovr)
DE Mark Studaway - DE (53 ovr)
DE Walt Bowyer - DE (53 ovr)
DE Steve Hamilton - DE (50 ovr)
DE Richard Tharpe - DE (50 ovr)
DE Frank Case - DE (50 ovr)
DE Van Hughes - DE (48 ovr)
DE Mike Johnson - DE (47 ovr)
DE Charles Benson - DE (43 ovr)
FS Scott Case - FS (64 ovr)
FS Chris Rockins - FS (64 ovr)
FS Bret Clark - FS (60 ovr)
FS Bo Eason - FS (60 ovr)
FS Craig Curry - FS (57 ovr)
FS Alvin Hall - FS (55 ovr)
FS Johnnie Johnson - FS (55 ovr)
FS Mike Reinfeldt - FS (53 ovr)
FS Randy Clark - FS (52 ovr)
FS Chris Brown - FS (50 ovr)
FS Jitter Fields - FS (49 ovr)
FS Paul Moyer - FS (49 ovr)
SS Vince Albritton - SS (55 ovr)
SS Jerome Dove - SS (55 ovr)
SS Demetrious Johnson - SS (55 ovr)
SS Gardner Williams - SS (51 ovr)
SS Dwight Drane - SS (50 ovr)
SS George Radachowsky - SS (50 ovr)
SS Rod McSwain - SS (49 ovr)
SS Troy West - SS (48 ovr)
SS Fred Acorn - SS (47 ovr)
SS George Schmitt - SS (41 ovr)
K Paul McFadden - K (53 ovr)
K Donald Igwebuike - K (51 ovr)
K Jim Gallery - K (43 ovr)
P Mike Saxon - P (49 ovr)
P Chris Norman - P (45 ovr)
P John Warren - P (45 ovr)
P Ralph Giacomarro - P (44 ovr)
P Don Bracken - P (41 ovr)
P Mike Black - P (41 ovr)

New York Jets re-signs Roger Alexander as Offensive Coordinator

The Jets have announced that they have given Roger Alexander a new contract. Alexander will continue to serve as Offensive Coordinator for 5 years earning 5 million pr year.

San Francisco 49ers re-signs Mckinley Morrow as Defensive Coordinator

The 49ers have announced that they have given Mckinley Morrow a new contract. Morrow will continue to serve as Defensive Coordinator for 4 years earning 4 million pr year.

Los Angeles Rams re-signs William Waters as Offensive Coordinator

The Rams have announced that they have given William Waters a new contract. Waters will continue to serve as Offensive Coordinator for 5 years earning 1 million pr year.

Minnesota Vikings re-signs Brian Mchenry as Defensive Coordinator

The Vikings have announced that they have given Brian Mchenry a new contract. Mchenry will continue to serve as Defensive Coordinator for 3 years earning 4 million pr year.

Minnesota Vikings re-signs Brad Grant as Head Coach

The Vikings have announced that they have given Brad Grant a new contract. Grant will continue to serve as Head Coach for 2 years earning 6.5 million pr year.

Washington Redskins re-signs Joe Gibbs as Head Coach

The Redskins have announced that they have given Joe Gibbs a new contract. Gibbs will continue to serve as Head Coach for 5 years earning 6.5 million pr year.