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[Jeb]

[quote]Browns | Team’s rookie pool money announced
John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports the Cleveland Browns have been given $1,789,980 to sign their five draft picks from the 2008 NFL Draft.

2008-05-07 22:05:22[/quote]
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[Jeb]

[quote]Steelers | Team’s rookie pool money announced
John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports the Pittsburgh Steelers have been given $3,719,450 to sign their seven draft picks from the 2008 NFL Draft.

2008-05-07 22:05:19[/quote]
[url="http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=471960"]http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=471960[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote]Ravens | Team’s rookie pool money announced
John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports the Baltimore Ravens have been given $5,045,770 to sign their 10 draft picks from the 2008 NFL Draft.

2008-05-07 22:05:14[/quote]
[url="http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=471946"]http://www.kffl.com/gnews.php?id=471946[/url]

[Cricket]

Before a mod decides that this non-Bengal thread belongs elsewhere, I'd like to say that I like having it here. I don't usually check out the "NFL" forum so I'd miss out on the information posted in this thread.

By containing all of the non-Bengal related posts in this one thread, it doesn't really add much 'clutter' to the Bengal forum and anyone not wanting to read info on other teams can easily skip this thread.

[Bengals1181]

[quote name='Cricket' post='664024' date='May 8 2008, 11:55 AM']Before a mod decides that this non-Bengal thread belongs elsewhere, I'd like to say that I like having it here. I don't usually check out the "NFL" forum so I'd miss out on the information posted in this thread.

By containing all of the non-Bengal related posts in this one thread, it doesn't really add much 'clutter' to the Bengal forum and anyone not wanting to read info on other teams can easily skip this thread.[/quote]


but you miss so much by coming to the NFL Forum:





Not work safe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!










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[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Steelers LT Marvel Smith says he is feeling great after January's minor back surgery.

Impact: Smith is fully healthy after fixing the nerve problem in his back that caused his lower leg and foot to numb at times last season. The keystone left tackle is entering the final year of his contract this season.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805090921"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805090921[/url]

My money is on him being less effective this season. There are 2 ways to address this problem. 1- fuse the two disks together (L3-L4). 2- cut away some of the damaged tissue and any bone spurs (not likely since it would leave him more vulnerable to damaging the area again since he plays sports). I suspect it was fused and that leaves a person less mobile. I bet this affects his stance. We'll see.

[Jeb]

[quote]Ravens CB Washington on comeback trail
Like his new team, ex-Raider looks to rebound this season
By Jamison Hensley | Sun Reporter
May 9, 2008


When the Ravens report for mandatory minicamp today, they'll try to take another step in moving past last year's dismal season.

Their latest veteran addition, cornerback Fabian Washington, is on a similar path.

Washington, who was traded from the Oakland Raiders on April 27, is coming off the worst year of his NFL career. He was abruptly benched for poor tackling early last season before getting arrested on a domestic battery charge after the season.

That's why the Ravens only needed to give up a fourth-round pick to acquire the former first-round selection. "Trust me, I'll prove that I'm worth way more than a fourth-round draft pick," Washington said.

The Ravens had eyed Washington in the 2005 draft and even considered moving back in the first round to take him if receiver Mark Clayton wasn't available.

Three years later, Washington could find his way into the Ravens' starting lineup, bringing new blood to a secondary that became vulnerable last season.

Washington is fast, young (24) and, now, more determined.

He joins the Ravens as a nickel back, but the club will let him compete with Samari Rolle for a starting job. Rolle was limited to a career-low six games last season because of epilepsy and a shoulder injury.

Based on Washington's first impression, the Ravens are already pleased with the deal. At last week's minicamp, he stood out to coaches because of his competitiveness in drills.

"We have to feel like that was a steal," Ravens coach John Harbaugh said. "To get a corner of his caliber in the fourth round of the draft -- a corner that talented -- they just weren't available at that point."

Despite having the speed and agility to be a top cover corner, Washington never became a playmaker, intercepting just five passes in 45 games. Oakland traded for DeAngelo Hall in the offseason, making Washington expendable.

Washington's time with the Raiders soured by the second game of last season, when he struggled with his tackling against the Denver Broncos. Washington was benched for Stanford Routt.

"I stunk it up big-time in tackles," Washington said. "If that was their reason for benching me, then so be it. I also know that I definitely wasn't playing my best ball at the time. I was worried about different stuff other than football. Now, I'm so focused on football that I have something to prove."

Washington's play was not the only concern this offseason.

He was arrested in February at his home in East Manatee County, Fla., after the responding police officer noticed a red mark on the neck of Washington's 21-year-old live-in girlfriend.

Washington will avoid prosecution on a domestic battery charge as long as he completes a program for first-time offenders (which includes a 26-week intervention program).

Ravens officials are hoping Washington won't be subjected to NFL discipline.

The day he made the trade, Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome said: "Based on the information we have at this point and what he's undergoing, I don't think there will be any league discipline at this point."

Newsome also said he had spoken to Washington about the incident.

"That was a one-time mistake. I've never been in trouble," Washington said. "That was me letting my emotions get the best of me. It's over and done with. I've moved on from it."

In looking to move on from last season, Washington has found a connection with the Ravens, a team searching for redemption itself.

"I felt that I needed a fresh start," Washington said, "and I'm happy the Baltimore Ravens gave me the opportunity."

• Notes // Team officials said offensive tackle Jonathan Ogden is not expected to attend the only mandatory minicamp, which runs over the next three days. Practices are closed to the public. ... Today's practice will mark the first for first-round quarterback Joe Flacco and the Ravens' other nine draft picks.[/quote]

[url="http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/football/bal-sp.ravens09may09,0,4215259.story?track=rss"]http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/footbal...story?track=rss[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Antwan Peek and Willie McGinest are expected to share the Browns' outside linebacker position opposite Kamerion Wimbley this season.

Impact: Cleveland did well to upgrade its line, but Wimbley can expect a lot of offenses' attention after the Browns did little at the other OLB spot. Shantee Orr will also be in the mix there. Peek has the best pass rushing ability.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091231"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091231[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) No. 2 tight end Daniel Wilcox (toe surgery) is not participating at the Ravens' offseason practices.

Impact: A report in the Baltimore Sun three weeks ago indicated Wilcox was healthy, but that isn't the case. With Quinn Sypniewski (torn ACL) out for the season, '07 practice squad TE Lee Vickers has a realistic shot to make the Ravens.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091513"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091513[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Franchise player Terrell Suggs and LT Jonathan Ogden were not present for the start of Ravens mandatory minicamps Friday.

Impact: Ogden's absence was expected. Suggs reported for pre-draft voluntary work, but is now showing displeasure with his contract. The Ravens may wait for Ogden to decide whether he'll retire before signing Suggs to an extension. Ogden's official retirement would save the team room under the cap.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091524"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091524[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Ray Lewis confirmed Friday that his contract situation will not affect how he prepares and plays in 2008.

Impact: "Everybody knows this is a business and everything will take care of itself," Lewis said. From a business perspective, the Ravens should have next to no incentive to guarantee pre-season millions to a 33-year-old who hasn't played 16 games since 2003. Lewis is on the hook for a $6.5 million salary.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091731"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091731[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Ravens TE Quinn Sypniewski's ACL was torn off the bone when he injured it at pre-draft minicamps.

Impact: This sounds more serious than a usual ligament tear. Sypniewski's recovery timetable was set at six to nine months. "It looks like now we're not going to have him back," coach John Harbaugh said. He will go on I.R. shortly.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091749"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091749[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Kyle Boller took the majority of first-team snaps at Baltimore's mandatory minicamp Friday.

Impact: We'll see what the rotation is the rest of the weekend, but Boller looks like the favorite to start in Week 1, as expected. Boller reportedly struggled Friday in the rain, while Joe Flacco had a nice debut effort. Troy Smith split secondary snaps with Flacco.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805091752"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805091752[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) With Daniel Wilcox and Quinn Sypniewski injured, the Ravens asked LB Edgar Jones to line up at tight end during their first post-draft minicamp.

Impact: Former Western Michigan C Joe Reitz and Florida State QB Xavier Lee are also working behind Todd Heap. Someone's going to make the roster as a sleeper backup. It's a situation to keep track of because Heap is injury prone.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805110841"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805110841[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Former Ravens coach Brian Billick often had to pull Willis McGahee in the fourth quarter of games last year due to poor conditioning.

Impact: Poor conditioning won't fly under new coach Jim Harbaugh, whose offseason program has already been more intense than anything Billick ran. Training camp will likely be much tougher under the ex-Eagles special teams coach.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120855"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120855[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Offensive coordinator Cam Cameron is considering using a three-receiver set as the Ravens' primary formation this season.

Impact: Brian Billick rarely went three wide. Cameron wants to be "unpredictable" and has been impressed with Derrick Mason, Demetrius Williams, and Mark Clayton early on. In the formation, Williams and Clayton would start outside with Mason in the slot. Williams' fantasy value would get the biggest bump.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120907"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120907[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) With Terrell Suggs out of minicamps due to a contract dispute, Ravens second-year LB Antwan Barnes has filled in as a rush linebacker.

Impact: Barnes won't push Suggs, but might make a run at SLB Jarret Johnson with a big summer. He is highly explosive, and after adding 15 lbs this offseason, is up to 6'1/255. Barnes even saw action at safety during minicamps.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120935"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120935[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Ravens LB Dan Cody (foot) and WR Yamon Figurs (hand) were held out of the team's early May minicamp.

Impact: Figurs, who'll likely only play special teams this year, had a soft cast on his hand but coach John Harbaugh says "he'll be fine." Cody practiced without incident at pre-draft camps. It appears he's had yet another setback.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120945"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120945[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Ravens coach John Harbaugh believes Troy Smith "can play quarterback in the NFL, without question."

Impact: Smith is the slight underdog, behind Kyle Boller, to start in Week 1. "He's got the arm," Harbaugh said. "He can move around and operate the offense. Now under pressure, proving himself in games, that's going to be up to him."[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120948"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120948[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Browns WR Steve Sanders broke a bone in his foot during the team's offseason program.

Impact: He'll likely be waived/injured shortly. With Joe Jurevicius (knee, staph infection) also out, Travis Wilson will pick up reps at upcoming OTAs.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805120952"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805120952[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](Rotoworld) Free agent DL Anthony McFarland will hold a private workout for NFL teams on June 4.

Impact: Booger will try to show he's recovered from a torn patellar tendon that kept him out all last year. He nearly signed with the Steelers in late March, and since the team didn't address its line in the draft, could still end up there.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805121041"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805121041[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](KFFL) Jamison Hensley, of the Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens reached an agreement with LB Terrell Suggs to avoid a grievance, according to Suggs' agent. The sides reached an agreement on a one-year franchise tag tender worth close to $8.5 million, which will pay him as a hybrid defensive end-linebacker. It is believed the NFLPA and the NFL Management Council are finalizing details to sign off on the compromise.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805132251"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805132251[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote](KFFL) Marla Ridenour, of the Akron Beacon Journal, reports Cleveland Browns CB Kenny Wright already had a marijuana possession charge pending when he was picked up last month in Pearland, Texas, according to Brazoria County (Texas) district attorney Jeri Yenne. Wright was charged March 1 with Class B misdemeanor possession, which is less than two ounces. A hearing on the March charge is scheduled for June 27.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805132351"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805132351[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote]Rotoworld) Browns CB Kenny Wright's April 3 arrest in Pearland, Texas, was not his first offseason brush with the law.

Impact: Wright was also charged March 1 with Class B misdemeanor possession, but a suspension is premature because he has only been charged. There is some question over whether Wright actually disclosed the first incident to the team when it happened, and his place on the Browns roster is tenuous at best.[/quote]
[url="http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/view_news_article?L=10117&ID=200805141019"]http://football.myfantasyleague.com/2004/v...ID=200805141019[/url]

[Jeb]

[quote]LeCharles Bentley-C-Browns May. 14 - 10:29 am et

Browns OL LeCharles Bentley's agent guaranteed Tuesday that his client will play football in 2008.

Before Bentley can begin practicing with the Browns, he must pass their physical. It's no guarantee that Bentley will make the Browns out of training camp, but he intends to play elsewhere if that's the case.[/quote]
[url="http://www.rotoworld.com/content/Home_NFL.aspx"]http://www.rotoworld.com/content/Home_NFL.aspx[/url]