May 29th, 2009 Daily News
According to the Associated Press, the San Diego Chargers rejected today a plan that was in their words too dense/
The Associated Press also reports that former National Football League kicker Mike Vanderjet asked for his release to keep his options open as he heads towards retirement.
The Nashville City Paper reports that the Tennessee Titans have not filed a formal complaint against the Washington Redskins. ProFootballtalk.com points out that Tennessean did report that the Titans did ask the league to look into the matter.
These are the official transactions for today from NFL.com:
The Denver Broncos made it official that they cut running back JJ Arrington.
The Green Bay Packers resigned exclusive rights free agent cornerback Tramon Williams.
The San Francisco 49ers signed sixth round pick tight end Bear Pascoe.
ProFootballTalk.com reports that the independent Retired Players Summit, which starts Friday, will announce a major marketing initiative in partnership and independent advocacy group for retired players call Fourth and Goal, which also has the backing of the National Football League. That means the NFL Alumni can use the NFL shield, individual team names, and logos.
ProFootballTalk.com also reports that Washington Post’s Washington Redskins beat writer Jason La Canfora will join the NFL Network to replace the soon departing Adam Schefter.
The Associated Press reports that Carolina Panthers owner Jerry Richardson attended his first practice Thursday since undergoing a heart transplant.
The Delaware Supreme Court ruled Thursday that a sports betting lottery would not violate the state’s constitution, according to the Associated Press.
Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jimmy Smith plead not guilty today to possession of cocaine, marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, and driving with a suspended license, according to the Associated Press.
The Cincinnati Enquire reports that Cincinnati Bengals defensiven Antwan Odom added 28 pounds to improve his performance on the field.