Kaspers Korner

Today’s Daily News covers June 30th as well due to me having to do a lot of errand running last night.
The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports that safety Antoine Harris had minor surgery on his groin area, but should be ready for training camp.  They also take a look at the linebacker position.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that recently cut New Orleans Saints long snapper Kevin Houser is trying to get money back that he invested in a motion pictures studio.

The Baltimore Sun talks with Baltimore Raven head coach John Harbaugh about his upcoming visit with troops overseas in Iraq.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth had trace amounts of marijuana in his blood.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney was sworn in today as Ambassador to Ireland.

The Houston Chronicle writes about the story of defesensive end Connor Barwin and his story about his hearing.

The Indianapolis Star reports that Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels has made it clear that he wants no future legislation to help the Capital Improvements Board, which runs and maintains the new Indianapolis Colts stadium.

The Tennessean reports that the Tennessee Titans signed third round draft pick cornerback Ryan Mouton and fourth round draft pick linebacker Gerald McRath.  Also, Titan head coach Jeff Fisher packed his bags for the Gulf.

The Boston Globe reports that free agent linebacker Willie McGinest wants to return to the New England Patriots.

The Kansas City Star reports that construction on Arrowhead Stadium is on track for the teams home opener. Also, construction for the new Chiefs training camp facility has started.  Finally, offensive tackle Branden Albert is trying to be a leader by sticking to his diet.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that the Minnesota Vikings signed fifth round linebacker Jasper Brinkley. Also, rookie wide receiver Percy Harvin might have to attend the 2010 Rookie symposium, because he missed it due to illness.

The Charlotte Observer reports that the Carolina Panthers released rookie linebackers Mike Juergens and Brit Miller.

The Dallas Morning News reports that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo played with Tiger Woods in the pro-am at the AT&T National at Congressional Country Club on Wednesday and on Tuesday visited a 10 year old with leukemia.

The Philadelphia Daily News reports that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb will appear in the new IHOP commercials.

The Seattle Times reports on how Seattle Seahawks fans can attend practices open to the public.

The Tampa Tribune reports that former Tampa Bay Buccaneers LB Ryan Nece will hold the second annual Mind & Body Clinic for teen athletes 13-17 years old at Jefferson High School on July 9.

The Newark Star Ledger reports that offensive lineman Mike Fladell was cut by the New York Jets after failing his physical.

The Newark Star Ledger also reports that the New York gaints signed fourth round running back Andre Brown.

The Denver Post reports that Denver Broncos wide receiver slammed the city of Denver during his 2007 DUI arrest.  Really, who doesn’t hate the city that they get arrested in.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that the New Orleans Saints cut long snapper Kevin Houser and signed long snapper Jason Kyle.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers signed third round draft pick guard Kraig Urbik.

The Baltimor Sun reports that Baltimore Raven linebacker/defensive end Terrell Suggs is keeping in shape with tractor tires.

The Florida Times-Union reports that the Jacksonville Jaguars signed sixth round pick tight end Zach Miller.

The Miami Herald reports that Miami Dolphin running back Ronnie Brown thinks he is more explosive as he is leaner.

The Kansas City Star reports that former Kansas City Chief Rich Baldinger will not face criminal charges in a fatal car accident.

The Detroit Free Press reports that linebacker Ernie Simms welcomed a rookie to the NFL.

The Green Bay Press Gazette reports that the Green Bay Packers are considering backup linebacker Brady Poppinga’s worth to the team.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that wide receiver Percy Harvin got sick at the NFL Rookie Symposium.  He probably get an upset stomach after not feeding his munchie cravings from all the THC comsumption.

Philly.com reports that the Philadelphia Eagles signed second round pick running back LeSean McCoy.

The Newark Star Ledger reports that the New York Jets claimed guard Mike Fladell off waivers.

The Newark Star Ledger reports that the New York Giants signed third round pick tight end Travis Beckum.

The Associated Press reports that the Supreme Court will take up the NFL apparel licensing case.

The Baltimore Sun Reports that Baltimore Raven linebacker/defensive end Terrell Suggs is near a deal for a long term contract.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting that former Cleveland Browns wide receiver Joe Jurevicius is suing the Cleveland Browns, the teams doctors, and the Cleveland Clinic over his staph infection.

The Pittsburgh Post Gazette reports that Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney has been confirmed by the Senate as Ambassador to Ireland.

The Florida Times-Union reports that Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dennis Northcutt has been traded to the Detriot Lions for safety Gerald Alexander.

The Tennessean reports that the Tennessee Titans signed sixth round pick wide receiver Dominique Edison.  They also report that running back Chris Henry might not make it to the regular season.

The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the San Diego Chargers have put the possibility of Chula Vista as a site for the Chargers new stadium.

The Detroit Free Press reports that the Detroit Lions have signed free agent wide receiver Kenneth Harris and cut wide receiver Tommy Saunders and offensive lineman James Blair.

The Green Bay Press-Gazette reports that wide receiver Gregg Jennings signed a three year $26 million contract extension with $11.25 in form of a signing bonus.   Also, defensive end Johnny Jolly’s drug possession trial has been pushed back to July 17th.

The Minneapolis StarTribune reports that Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson hinted that he might be throwing out of the Vikings version of the Wildcat Formation.

The Charlotte Observer reports that the Carolina Panthers signed fourth round draft pick running back Mike Goodson.

The Washington Post reports that Washington Vikings defensive end Renaldo Wynn attended the NFL’s Media Bootcamp.

The Seattle Times reports that Seattle Seahawks fullback Owen Schmitt was arrested for suspicion of DUI last Saturday.

The Associated Press reports that the New York Jets claimed wide receiver Mario Urrutia off waivers.  They also report National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell is reviewing wide receiver Plaxico Burress shooting himself case.

The Rock Hill Herald, via ProFootballTalk.com, reports that the Panthers signed fourth round pick fullback Tony Fiammetta and released long snapper Patrick MacDonald and defensive tackle Babatunde Oshinowo.
The Boston Globe reports that offensive tackle Matt Light is looking into broadcasting after his career is over.

The Kansas City Star reports that the Kansas City Chiefs signed seventh round pick tight end Jake O’Connell.

The Denver Post reports that Willie Clark, who is the suspect in the shooting death of cornerback Darrent Williams, has his arraignment in another murder trial postponed until October 2nd.  Also, tight end Daniel Graham hosted a football camp in Denver today.

InsidetheBayarea.com reports some wierd news from the Oakland Raiders that takes their advertising to new heights.  The only other this I have to say is you have to read the article as it is head scratching.

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers signed offensive tackle Max Starks to a new four year deal.

The Tennessean reports that Tennesse Titans running back Chris Brown has dropped the nickname dash for his own.  Really this is news?  He can call himself god and I could care less. The paper also reports that the signed sixth round pick cornerback Jason McCourty and seventh round pick offensive lineman Ryan Durand
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Fernando Bryant has announced his retirement.

The Miami Herald reports that the Miami Dolphins signed safety Tyrone Culver to a two year contract extension.

The Boston Globe reports that New England Patriot linebacker Teddy Bruschi is undecided if this is going to be his last year.

The Kansas City Star reports that the Kansas City Chiefs have announced it will retire former Chiefs linebacker Derrick Brooks number 58.  They should have done this years ago.

The Detroit Free Press reports that the battles for starting position start today with the opening of mandatory minicamp.

The Chicago Tribune reports that the cost for parking at Bears games have gone up.

The Green Bay Press-Gazette, as well as other media outlets, report that the Green Bay Packers are close on a contract extension.

The Dallas Morning News that the band of three offensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys signed a recording contract.

Kevin Lynch of the San Francisco Gate Chronicle is wondering if former San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Mike Martz is right about tight end Vernon Davis.

The Newark Star Ledger reports that the New York Jets have reached a deal with Atlanctic Health for advertising on their practice jerseys.

WCCO confirms ProFootballTalk.com report that the Minnesot Vikings and quarterback Brett Farve have agreed to a contract in principle.

The Tennessean reports that second year defensive end William Hayes has set a goal of double digit sack total.

The Boston Globe reports that second year cornerback Jonathan Wilhite will compete for the third cornerback postion on the depth chart.

The Kansas City Star reports that a local company was awarded the contract to build the Kansas City Chiefs practice facility at Missouris Western State University.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports that safety Nick Collins was only seen last week at practice for 20 minutes on Wednesday and was not seen again the rest of the week.  That is not good considering that a whole new defensive system is being installed at practice.
The Chicago Tribune reports on the late great Walter Payton son Jarrett who plays in the Canadian Football League.

The Seattle Times interviews Jeff Kemp on his memories of his famous dad politician and former Buffalo Bills quarterback Jack Kemp.

ProFootballTalk.com reports that the Cincinnati Bengals singed sixth round pick running back Bernard Scott.  The site also reports that the lawyer for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth, who is David Cornwell, takes offense to comments made by former Cleveland Browns runningback Jim Brown.

The Baltimore Sun reports that the Baltimore Ravens signed fifth round pick linebacker Jason Phillips.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that former Cleveland Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar filed for bankruptcy.

The Pitsburgh Post Gazette reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers signed seventh round pick Tight end David Johnson.

The Florida Times-Union reports that the Jacksonville Jaguars want to avoid first round pick Eguene Monroe holding out.

The Tennessean reports that linebacker Keith Bulluck received a terrible towel from a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.  Hopefully, the incident has taught Bulluck never to give an motivation to the enemy.

The Boston Globe reports that New England Patriot quarterback Tom Brady’s wife Gisele Bundchen is expecting.  Hopefully, Brady sticks around for this one.

The Kansas City Star reports that the Kansas City Cheifs cut long snapper Thomas Gafford, defensive tackle T.J. Jackson, wide receiver C.J. Jones and linebacker Darrell Robertson.

The Minneapolis StarTribune reports that quarterback Brett Farve is throwing pain free.

The San Diego Union-Tribune reports that the San Diego Chargers signed fifth round pick cornerback Brandon Hughes.

The Seattle Times reports that the Seattle Seahawks signed seventh round pick Camerson Morrah.

The Associated Press reports that the Minnesota Vikings cut quarterback Sean Glennon, offensive lineman Bobby Lepori and tight end Nick Walker.

The Saint Louis Post-Dispatch reports that FedEx CEO Fred Smith is a potential buyer of the Saint Louis Rams.

The Arizona Republic reports that the Arizona Cardinals signed fourth round pick cornerback Greg Toler.

The Newark Star Ledger reports that the New York Giants signed seventh round pick cornerback Stoney Woodson.

The Assoicated Press reports that the case for Buffalo Bills safety Donte Whitner has been continued to July 31st.

ProFootballTalk.com reports that Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis is a pain in the rear for head coach Jim Zorn.

The St. Petersburgh Times reports that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed seventh round pick pick Sammie Strougher and cut wide receiver Amarri Jackson, linebacker Jamall Johnson and cornerback Evan McCollough.

ProfootballTalk.com reports that Buffalo Bills wide receiver Terrell Owens stated on his Twitter account he is still in the market for a house after his realator leaked his address to the media
The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports that the Atlanta Falcons released offensive lineman Alex Stepanovich after reaching a injury settlement with him.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that the New Orleans Saints are going to announce a lottery sponsorship with Louisiana State.  Also, they report that running backs Pierre Thomas and Reggie Bush will split the carries for the Saints.
The Baltimore Sun reports that the Maryland State government has approved a lottery sponsorship with the Baltimore Ravens.

The Houston Chronicle reports that the Houston Texans signed kicker Kris Brown to a four year $10 million extension with $2.5 million guaranteed.  Also, signed tight end Anthony Hill to four year deal worth $2,206,500.  Hill was the Texans second fourth round draft pick.

The Florida Times-Union reports that the Jacksonville Jaguars cut quarterback Cleo Lemon and signed quarterback Todd Boeckman.

The Associated Press reports that former San Diego Chargers quarterback Ryan Leaf was arrested at the Washington State US-Canada border as he was making his way back to Texas to turn himself in.

The Kansas City Star reports that the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms with seventh round pick kicker Ryan Succop.

The Denver Post reports that the Denver Broncos cut linebacker Boss Bailey and renegotiated the contract of center Casey Wiegmann.

The Arizona Republic reports that the Arizona Cardinals defense will play more 3-4 defense this year.

The Saint Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the starting wide receivers for the Saint Louis Rams in 2009 will have played in the National Football League three years or less.

The San Francisco Gate Chronicle reports that the starting quarterback has not been decided yet by San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary.  Not everyone is a dumbass like Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels.

This article in the Cleveland Plain Dealer about Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte Stallworth says it all on his sentence.

The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports that the Atlanta Falcons signed third round pick cornerback Chris Owens and fifth round pick offensive lineman Garrett Reynolds.

The Baltimore Sun reports that the Baltimore Ravens are looking into possibly trading for Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall.

The Cincinnati Enquire reports that the Cincinnati Bengals signed sixth round pick cornerback Morgan Trent.

The Denver Post report that the Denver Broncos released linebacker Louis Greene.

The Green Bay Press Gazette reports that the Green Bay Packers announced the signings of draft picks defensive end Jarius Wynn, cornerback Brandon Underwood and outside linebacker Brad Jones.

The San Francisco Gate Chronicle writes that running back Frank Gore should have a big year with fullback Moran Norris back.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Hall of Fame guard Joe DeLamielleure is skeptical of NFLPA Executive Director DeMaurice Smith.
The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that Usama Young and Jammal Brown received their degrees from their respective colleges.

The Houston Chronicle reports that Houston Texans tight end Owen Daniels signed his restricted free agent tender.

Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald writes that he thinks the Miami Dolphins are better than in 2008.

The Kansas City Star reports that Kansas City Chief head coach Todd Haley has a temper.
Nick Canepa of the San Diego Union-Tribune writes that he thinks that the San Diego Chargers have to many good players.

The Chicago Tribune writes that Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs is returning to Sacramento to host his first football camp.

The Minneapolis Star Tribune writes that a contract for quarterback Brett Farve will be heavy in incentives.

The Saint Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Saint Louis Reams minority owner Stan Kroenke will most likely make a play for the team.  The one problem is that he cannot own more than 40 percent by league rules, but could change if owners voted to change it.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that quarterback Derek Anderson missed the second straight mandatory minicamp practice with “bumps and bruises,” which is bull crap for that Anderson probably strained his calf and Mangini is only adding more fuel to the reason for NFL Commissioner Rogers Goodell clamping down on injury reports.

The Baltimore Sun reports that the Baltimore Ravens might have found another undrafted free agent gem, which only makes me more furious since the Buffalo Bills orginally had safety Jim Leonahrd.

The Pittsburgh Post Gazette reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers signed third round draft pick cornerback Keenan Lewis, fifth round picks cornerback Joe Burnett and running back Frank Summers and released punter Dirk Johnson.

The Tennessean reports that the man hunt for quarterback Vince Young embarrassed him.  Really who wouldn’t be.

The Boston Globe reports that New England Patriots quarterback coach Bill O’Brein is running the offense even though he has not been named offensive coordinator.  That is not unusal as after former offensive coordinator Charlie Weis left the Patriots did the same thing then.

The Kansas City Star reports former Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Trent Green has retired.

The Denver Post reports that Kyle Orton has been named the starting quarterback.  Also, they report that wide receiver Brandon Marshall has skipped mandatory minicamp.

Former Oakland Raider Barret Robbins stated that he cost the Radiers Superbowl XXXVII, according to the Bay Area News Group.

The Washinton Redskins annouced they signed sixth round draft pick Robert Henson and seventh round pick wide receiver Marko Mitchell.

The Associated Press reports that Plaxico Burress’s court case will be adjourned till September to work our a deal.