Schein’s Nine: Eagles finally have WRs
For years the Eagles‘ wide receivers were a punchline. But Donovan McNabb has no more room to complain, Adam Schein says.

UFL will consider signing Vick for debut season
When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players. Michael Huyghue, the commissioner of the new four-team league, says the UFL is willing to give Vick a place to play - provided there are no pending legal issues. His rights belong to the Orlando franchise. Vick already has served an 18-month sentence in federal prison for his involvement in a dogfighting ring.

Around the AFC West: Broncos in good hands

At North Carolina, Denver rookie Richard Quinn was an excellent blocking tight end.

Lawyer: Fugitive case against Leaf dismissed
A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed. The Whatcom County prosecutor had filed an interstate fugitive case against Leaf after he was arrested by federal Customs agents as he crossed the border from Canada in mid-June on his way to face drug and burglary charges in Texas. Leaf posted bond in Bellingham, Wash.

VIDEO: Pressure on Jets‘ Gholston
The suspension of LB Calvin Pace puts even more heat on the shoulders of Vernon Gholston to prove he’s no bust, Alex Marvez says.

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Updated Best Available Free Agents-Offense
The receiver position is still pretty deep in free agency. While it’s certainly questionable whether or not there are any starters still out there, teams looking for quality backups can still find some.

Broncos Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

The Denver Broncos already lost quarterback Jay Cutler this offseason, so dealing another Pro Bowl offensive player is far from ideal. Receiver Brandon Marshall wants to be dealt, but the Broncos don’t appear in a rush to accommodate that wish.

That could lead to more drama for a team that has had its share this offseason. Marshall could hold out of training camp, creating a distraction.

Marshall would also fall behind in learning the new offense and working with new quarterback Kyle Orton, which would hurt the team on the field. Marshall hasn’t practiced at all this offseason because of hip surgery.

Broncos coach Josh McDaniels said he’s willing to go with the receivers that are willing to play for him, which he might have to do if Marshall digs in and doesn’t…

Updated Best Available Free Agents-Defense
There are still some quality defensive backs left in free agency. In fact, there are probably six to eight total safeties/cornerbacks that could still contribute in a major role.

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Fla. judge asked to release Stallworth crash video
A judge in Miami is being asked to publicly release surveillance video of the drunk-driving crash in which Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte’ Stallworth struck and killed a pedestrian. The family of victim Mario Reyes doesn’t want the video released to news outlets. Circuit Judge Dennis Murphy set a hearing Tuesday on the issue. Stallworth is serving a 30-day jail sentence for DUI manslaughter in the March 14 crash. Tests showed Stallworth had a blood-alcohol level of 0.

VIDEO: Schein rants on Brandon Marshall
With a rap sheet, injury issues and his stock at an all-time low, Brandon Marshall’s trade demand is a fantasy, Adam Schein says.

Positional Power Rankings: RB packages
The best ballcarriers usually come in pairs. Adrian Hasenmayer ranks the NFL’s top RB packages, headlined by a pair of Panthers.

NFL’s top 10 smurfs
Height isn’t everything in the NFL. Jets RB Leon Washington is just one of Adrian Hasenmayer’s top 10 smurfs in a league full of giants.

Summer two-a-days: AFC South, NFC North
Can Peyton uphold Indy’s playoff streak? Will Cutler win in Chicago? Peter Schrager continues our summer two-a-days by division.

Schon: Is It Ever Going to End?
Denver Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall lets loose on his feelings for the city of Denver while he blows a .116 blood alcohol level. Just what we needed to hear at this stage of the game.

Scout NFL Radio: Live Tonight
On Wednesday, July 1st, Scout.com’s Chris Steuber hosts Scout NFL Radio from 6 - 8 p.m. EST. Joining Steuber on Wednesday will be South Florida DE George Selvie and Scout.com’s Senior NFL Reporter Adam Caplan. The phone lines will be open at 484-483-7448 and Steuber will field all topics.

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Summer two-a-days: AFC South, NFC North
Can Peyton uphold Indy’s playoff streak? Will Cutler win in Chicago? Peter Schrager continues our summer two-a-days by division.

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Former Chief won’t be charged in fatal crash
Former Kansas City Chiefs offensive lineman Rich Baldinger will not face charges in a traffic accident that left a 61-year-old woman dead. Jackson County (Mo.) prosecutor’s office spokeswoman Velda Cook said Monday that investigators have determined that a car collision Saturday in Blue Springs between Baldinger and Marilyn Walters of Grain Valley was accidental. Walters was killed in the collision. Baldinger played for the Chiefs from 1982-93.

Today’s NFL rookies face many obstacles
All right guys, you’re in the NFL now. That means it’s time to come to Roger Goodell’s good behavior boot camp, Alex Marvez says.

Supreme Court to hear NFL licensing case
In taking a case involving the National Football League’s exclusive licensing deal for sports merchandise, the Supreme Court could go beyond caps and give leagues more leeway in areas such as team relocation, legal scholars said Monday. “A broad ruling in favor of the NFL could rewrite almost all of sports antitrust law,” said Gabe Feldman, associate law professor and director of the Sports Law Program at Tulane University in New Orleans. The court will hear an appeal from American Needle Inc.

Top 10 remaining free agents
It’s almost July and the NFL unemployment line is full of future Hall faces. Scout.com busts out its list of the best unsigned free agents.

NFL looks into Dolphins WR’s fake Twitter account
“Tweets” are not so sweet for Miami Dolphins wide receiver Davone Bess.

Lawyers to present Vick bankruptcy update
Lawyers for suspended NFL star Michael Vick are headed back to bankruptcy court in Virginia. Vick is not expected to attend Tuesday’s hearing in Norfolk, where attorneys will update the judge on progress toward developing a new Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan. The judge rejected Vick’s first plan in April, saying it wasn’t feasible. Vick is winding down his 23-month sentence for operating a dogfighting ring.

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Jury still out on the Broncos‘ rookie class

Super Bowl bound or bust - or just too early to tell? A successful NFL team’s draft class can either catapult a team to becoming a Super Bowl contender and a bad draft can set a team back for years.

Supreme Court to hear NFL licensing case
In taking a case involving the National Football League’s exclusive licensing deal for sports merchandise, the Supreme Court could go beyond caps and give leagues more leeway in areas such as team relocation, legal scholars said Monday. “A broad ruling in favor of the NFL could rewrite almost all of sports antitrust law,” said Gabe Feldman, associate law professor and director of the Sports Law Program at Tulane University in New Orleans. The court will hear an appeal from American Needle Inc.

Paul Woody: Both sides guilty in Cutler spat

WILLIAMSBURG Jay Cutler tossed soft passes to the young campers at the Colonial All Pro football camp at William and Mary yesterday.

VIDEO: Marvez on Steelers’ O-line
The Steelers are champs but far from perfect. Alex Marvez details their plans to fix a running game that fell off big time last year.

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Paul Woody: Both sides guilty in Cutler spat

WILLIAMSBURG Jay Cutler tossed soft passes to the young campers at the Colonial All Pro football camp at William and Mary yesterday.

Denver Broncos Awarded WR C.J. Jones off Waivers

The Broncos made yet another roster move today, announcing that they have been awarded wide receiver C.J. Jones off of waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs… Denver Broncos Awarded WR C.J. Jones off Waivers by Sayre Bedinger 17 reads June 25, 2009 The Broncos made yet another roster move today, announcing that they have been awarded wide receiver …

Jury still out on the Broncos‘ rookie class

Super Bowl bound or bust - or just too early to tell? A successful NFL team’s draft class can either catapult a team to becoming a Super Bowl contender and a bad draft can set a team back for years.

Inside the Denver Broncos‘ Roster: Wide Receivers

Still, the Broncos‘ group of receivers was very young, and while they were extremely talented, they made their share of mistakes.

Congrats to former Broncos LB Michael Brooks

CBS - Drew Brees On Fellow NFL QB Kyle Orton - Video Orton’s Purdue predecessor thinks he will find a better situation in Denver and under the tutelage of Josh McDaniels.

Denver Broncos News & Notes
Broncos Update takes a look at where the team stands as they prepare for the 2009 season, and what the loss of Brandon Marshall might mean in the long run.

Ravens bust Broncos

In a game dictated by old-school rules, the Ravens hammered in a daunting history lesson.

Denver Broncos Player Notes
Broncos Update.com takes a look at all the latest player moves and signings as we head into Training Camp 2009

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Ravens bust Broncos

In a game dictated by old-school rules, the Ravens hammered in a daunting history lesson.

Inside the Denver Broncos‘ Roster: Wide Receivers

Still, the Broncos‘ group of receivers was very young, and while they were extremely talented, they made their share of mistakes.

Denver Broncos Awarded WR C.J. Jones off Waivers

The Broncos made yet another roster move today, announcing that they have been awarded wide receiver C.J. Jones off of waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs… Denver Broncos Awarded WR C.J. Jones off Waivers by Sayre Bedinger 17 reads June 25, 2009 The Broncos made yet another roster move today, announcing that they have been awarded wide receiver …

What’s the Risk With Character?

The voices calling for Denver Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall in Baltimore are getting loud, even though the Ravens remain collectively silent on the matter.

Spanning Browns Town Season Preview: Week Two Versus the Denver Broncos

Today in Spanning Browns Town we will continue our examination of the Cleveland Browns 2009 regular season schedule.

Suspect in Broncos player’s death appears in court

Willie Clark is charged along with two other men in the shooting death of Kalonniann Clark, a witness in an attempted murder case.

Schon: Rumors, Rants and Raves 6/26/09
Ocho Cinco and Shawne Merriman square off on Twitter, Hall of Famer Jim Brown advises Brandon Marshall to live up to his commitment and the Entertainment World mourns the passing of several stars in the past two days.

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Suspect in Broncos player’s death appears in court

Willie Clark is charged along with two other men in the shooting death of Kalonniann Clark, a witness in an attempted murder case.

Schon: Rumors, Rants and Raves 6/26/09
Ocho Cinco and Shawne Merriman square off on Twitter, Hall of Famer Jim Brown advises Brandon Marshall to live up to his commitment and the Entertainment World mourns the passing of several stars in the past two days.

What’s the Risk With Character?

The voices calling for Denver Broncos receiver Brandon Marshall in Baltimore are getting loud, even though the Ravens remain collectively silent on the matter.

Spanning Browns Town Season Preview: Week Two Versus the Denver Broncos

Today in Spanning Browns Town we will continue our examination of the Cleveland Browns 2009 regular season schedule.

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Steelers owner now ambassador to Ireland
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney was confirmed by the Senate on Thursday as U.S. ambassador to Ireland. The nomination was approved by voice vote. Rooney was a lifelong Republican who backed President Barack Obama over Hillary Rodham Clinton during Pennsylvania’s presidential primary last year. He later campaigned for Obama in western Pennsylvania and helped him win the state in November.

VIDEO: Schein on 49ers‘ QB battle
Everyone Adam Schein talks to around the Niners loves the renewed Alex Smith. But it doesn’t mean he’ll win the QB gig.

NFL’s top 10 clutch players
Forget what stat-heads say. Numbers just can’t fully define someone. Adrian Hasenmayer ranks the best players under pressure.

Goodell focuses on Vick; no decision on timeline
Commissioner Roger Goodell says he is beginning to focus on evaluating Michael Vick’s future in the NFL. But Goodell said Thursday his decision on the former Atlanta Falcons star quarterback will come “in due time” and not necessarily before the season begins. “I haven’t given a timeline,” on a decision about reinstatement, Goodell told The Associated Press during a telephone interview.

Rookie revelations before training camp
Matt Stafford and Mark Sanchez aren’t the only rookie QBs gunning for a starting job. Alex Marvez checks in on the new class.

Seahawks‘ Schmitt apologizes for alleged DUI
Seahawks fullback Owen Schmitt has apologized for “poor judgment” after getting arrested in a Seattle suburb for investigation of drunken driving. Schmitt issued a statement Thursday apologizing “to the team, the NFL, the fans and my family and friends for my actions and poor judgment.” Schmitt was arrested Saturday night in Black Diamond, southeast of Seattle, according to a news release from the Black Diamond police.

Source: Lions C Raiola banks $20M in new deal
In 2008, Detroit Lions center Dominic Raiola was a member of the worst team in NFL history.

Updated Best Available Free Agents-Defense
There are still a bunch of veteran safeties left in free agency who could come in and play right away.

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