NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is expected to rule any day on the three-game suspension appeal of Cleveland Browns LB Scott Fujita for his role in the New Orleans Saints bounty scandal of 2009. Fujita has admitted to pledging money for big plays, such as interceptions, turnovers and sacks, but he denies he paid for injuries and would never be involved in such a program. However, it still appears remote that Fujita’s penalty will be lessened, and he stands to lose $645,000 as a result of the suspension.
Browns | Scott Fujita’s appeal appears remote
Monthly Archives: June 2012
Jonathan Vilma might seek injunction to keep playing
New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma has notified the judge hearing his defamation lawsuit against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that he will file an injunction challenging his one-year suspension if Goodell rules against his appeal.
Jonathan Vilma might seek injunction to keep playing
Titans | DT is crowded position
The Tennessee Titans have several defensive tackles vying for spots heading into training camp. DL Shaun Smith is worried about his roster spot since he is scheduled to make $2 million. The team also has DLs Jurrell Casey, Zach Clayton, Lamar Divens, DaJohn Harris, Karl Klug, Sen’Derrick Marks and Mike Martin in the mix. ‘With the guys we drafted and the guys we have here, I think there’s a lot of competition,’ defensive coordinator Jerry Gray said. ‘The good thing is that if anyone rests, they know the guys behind them are really doing a great job.’
Titans | DT is crowded position
Titans | Shaun Smith still work in progress
Tennessee Titans defensive coordinator Jerry Gray said DL Shaun Smith is a ‘work in progress,’ as he continues to adjust to a 4-3 defensive scheme from the 3-4 system he worked in primarily during his days with the Kansas City Chiefs. ‘He’s still adjusting,’ Gray said. ‘That’s the good thing. When he stops adjusting, he’s going to be in trouble. Because again, if you stop growing, that means you’re not going what you’re supposed to do. That’s the good thing.’
Titans | Shaun Smith still work in progress
Titans | Tommie Campbell emerging as fifth DB
Tennessee Titans CB Tommie Campbell showed tremendous speed and athleticism at times on special teams last season, and he had very good offseason workouts. ‘(Campbell is) doing a good job,’ defensive coordinator Jerry Gray said. ‘We know he can run. He’s fast and long. The thing he doesn’t have is a lot of playing time on the job. So this offseason’s really good for him.’
Titans | Tommie Campbell emerging as fifth DB
Titans | Robert Johnson considering LASIK procedure
Tennessee Titans FS Robert Johnson (eye) said he is considering LASIK surgery. Johnson said his vision without contacts is 20/70 in his left eye and 20/50 in his right eye. ‘I’m trying to get more opinions on it,’ Johnson said. ‘Good vision is something that’s important to have. You have to be able to see the quarterback and see the ball to make plays, you know?’
Titans | Robert Johnson considering LASIK procedure
Ravens | Terrell Suggs still in walking boot
Baltimore Ravens LB Terrell Suggs (Achilles’) was in Miami this week for the premiere of his first feature film, ‘The Coalition.’ While walking in, Suggs was spotted still sporting a walking boot for his Achilles’ injury.
Ravens | Terrell Suggs still in walking boot
Aaron Rodgers humbled by No. 1 ranking in ‘Top 100’
Known for his confident style on the field, Aaaron Rodgers took a humbled tone when speaking with NFL Network about being voted the top player in the league by his peers.
Aaron Rodgers humbled by No. 1 ranking in ‘Top 100’
NFL | Sam Proctor clears waivers
Free-agent FS Sam Proctor (Lions) went unclaimed off waivers and is now an unrestricted free agent. He was cut by the Detroit Lions June 25.
NFL | Sam Proctor clears waivers
NFL | Maurice Fountain goes unclaimed
Free-agent DL Maurice Fountain (knee) (Eagles) went unclaimed off waivers and is now an unrestricted free agent. He was cut by the Philadelphia Eagles with an injury settlement June 22.
NFL | Maurice Fountain goes unclaimed