McShay already mocking for 09

by | Apr 30, 2008 | NFL Draft

If there’s one thing more worthless than mock drafts it’s mock drafts for a draft that is almost a year and an entire college football season away.

But Todd McShay, perhaps out of boredom or a need to stay in the news, has done one for 2009.

A couple observations: Tim Tebow? In the top 10? His style doesn’t translate to the NFL. And McShay’s top pick,  Fili Moala, for those who care, has begun his off-season training regimen by getting arrested.

And wow. New England and Dallas would appear to be in his mythical Super Bowl… that’s got more likelihood of happening than Tebow going in the top 10, but I’m not sure either team is at the top of their respective conferences anymore. Indianapolis and San Diego, at a minimum, have begun creeping up on the Pats. In the NFC, I like a lot of the moves made by New Orleans and Minnesota, and New York has recovered nicely after losing several key contributors in free agency as well.

Anyway, just my opinion.

Bad teams get better during draft weekend

by | Apr 27, 2008 | NFL Draft

It’s definitely as it should be when the league’s worst teams pick first in the NFL draft and probably as it should be when they actually make good use of those selections. Most of the league’s worst teams made giant steps forward this weekend, not only with solid first selections but with multiple hits later on as well. (more…)

Bengals get one 2005 pick back, lose one forever, then challenge another vet to sit out

by | Apr 22, 2008 | NFL Breaking News

The Cincinnati Bengals gained back one thug, err, linebacker, Tuesday afternoon while losing another to retirement. Coach Marvin Lewis told another hooligan to hold out if he wants to.

Media reports indicate that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell reinstated Odell Thurman, who sat out the last two seasons, giving the multiple violator of the substance abuse policy another chance. (more…)

Alexander passes physical, gets cut

by | Apr 22, 2008 | 2008 NFL Free Agency, NFL Breaking News

Just over two years ago the Seattle Seahawks gave Shaun Alexander, who was coming off of an MVP season, a $62 million contract. Two injury-plagued, underachieving seasons later the ‘Hawks gave him his walking papers.

Following the signings of Julius Jones and T.J. Duckett, and coach Mike Holmgren’s reticence to use Alexander down the stretch last season, Alexander’s release is no surprise.
Alexander, according to the Associated Press, said he is healthy and “looking forward to the next chapter of my NFL career,”

Still, it’s a stunning fall from grace for the 30-year-old running back who helped his team to the Super Bowl in 2005. So, where does he end up? And does it happen before the draft? Teams like the Lions, the Panthers and the Bears are definitely looking for running backs, at least for a platoon situation.

This situation could have an effect on the draft, the situation of a lot of ongoing free agents, and ultimately some fantasy drafts as well.