Kaspers Korner

July 7th, 2009 Daily News

The Associated Press reports that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth was drinking with fellow wide receiver Braylon Edwards before his accident that killed a man.  Also, they report that Yahoo Sports and the NFLPA has setteled a lawsuit on the use of player’s statistics, photos, and other data.
The Cincinnati Enquire takes a look at the candidates to back up running back Cedric Benson.

The Houston Chronicle reports that TSU defensive tackle coach Tremaine Jackson and linebackers coach Archie McDaniel will intern with the Houston Texans.

The Tennessee Titans have announced that they signed fourth round pick offensive tackle Troy Kropog and third round pick Jared Cook.

ProFootballTalk.com reports that the Green Bay Packers signed fourth round offensive lineman TJ Lang.  Also, the site reports that the Cincinnati Bengals signed seventh round fullback Fui Vakapuna.

The Associated Press reports that the lawyer for former NFL running back Travis Henry has asked for a lighter sentence.

The Denver Post reports that the Denver Broncos will open training camp July 31st.

The Mercury News reports that the alleged killer’s conviction of the murder of the daughter of Hall of Famer Fred Biletnikof was overturned by the 9th United States Circuit Court of Appeals.

The Green Bay Press-Gazette talks with Green Bay Packers defensive coordinator Dom Capers.  It is after the report of TJ Lang signing.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that the Minnesota Vikings have reached a deal with MainGate Inc. to serve as the exclusive retail and merchandising company of the team.

The Dallas Morning News reports that litigation over the Dallas Cowboys practice facillity collapse is about to begin.

Philly.com reports that tight end Cornelius Ingram had no trouble with his surgically repaired left knee during his summer training.  Also, offensive tackle Jon Runyan is on pace and should not miss any of the regular season if a team chooses to sign him.

The San Francisco Chronicle reports that the San Francisco 49ers signed fullback Britt Miller.

The Seattle Times reports that fullback Owen Schmitt has plead not guilty to DUI charges.  They also report that Seahawks head coach Jim Mora is a fitness nut as during a physical and the treadmill couldn’t go fast enough to elevate his heart rate.

The Arizona Republic reports that Arizona Cardinal quarterback Kurt Warner and his wife will be promting their new book this week.

The Newark Star-Ledger reports that New York Giants linebacker Michael Boley has been suspended for the first game of the season for violation of the the NFL’s Personal Conduct policy.

The NFL Network reports that Washington Redskins that have played four or more years can go home for the night during training camp.

ProFootballTalk.com reports on a rap song written by the exboyfriend of Sahel Kazemi.

The USA Today reports that Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Ochocinco plans to update his tweeter page during football games, which of the NFL is looking into according to ProFootballTalk.com.

The Associated Press reports that the lack of a motive is holding up the ruling that his girlfriend Sahel Kazemi as his killer.

Yahoo Sports reports that San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman is not getting fustrated over his contract.

The Chicago Tribune reports that Denver Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey was complimentry of former teammate quarterback Jay Cutler in a interview.

The AtlantaFalcons.com managing editor J. Michael Moore reports that the Atlanta Falcons will have tight end Tony Gonzalez blocking more this year than he is accustomed to, because the offense is centered around running back Mike Turner.

In College Football news, we are reporting it, becuase it is noteable, CollegeFootballTalk.com had an exclusive interview with Senator Orrin Hatch who revealed that there are some anti trust issues with the Bowl Championship Series.

The Buffalo News reports that the Buffalo Bills have signed sixth round draft pick cornerback Cary Harris and seventh round pick Ellis LanKaster
The Baltimore Sun reports that 24 members of the 44 selectors for the Hall of Fame responded to a survey they were conductin on former National Football League quarterback Steve McNair and 17 said no they would not put him in the hall.