Thread: FA stuff from KFFL (4 March 2007)

Rams | Rams addressing other needs after Bennett signing
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:16:00 -0800

Steve Korte, of the Belleville News-Democrat, reports the St. Louis Rams would like to fill other needs for the team, which includes a run-stuffing defensive tackle, a backup running back, depth on their offensive line, a punter, and a kickoff/punt returner.


Rams | Rams would like to re-sign Turk
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:15:51 -0800

Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reporting for the Sporting News, reports the St. Louis Rams would like to re-sign unrestricted free agent P Matt Turk.

Rams | Rams would like to re-sign Steussie
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:15:44 -0800

Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reporting for the Sporting News, reports the St. Louis Rams would like to re-sign unrestricted free-agent OT Todd Steussie as a guard or tackle for the 2007 season.


Lions | Mcdonald's visit could hold key
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:53:02 -0800

Tom Kowalski, of mlive.com, believes that unrestricted free-agent WR Shaun McDonald's (Rams) visit to the Detroit Lions means one of two things. Either the Lions are trying to put some pressure on unrestricted free-agent WR Kevin Curtis (Rams) to sign a contract, or the Lions want both Curtis and McDonald, and that means that the Lions would likely cut ties with WR Mike Williams.


Falcons | Falcons make offer to Kelly
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:39:44 -0800

Mark Cumutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports unrestricted free-agent TE Reggie Kelly (Bengals) has received a contract offer from the Atlanta Falcons.


Cowboys | Cowboys close to re-signing Gramatica
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:39:43 -0800

Tim MacMahon, of the Dallas Morning News, reports the Dallas Cowboys are close to getting a deal done for unrestricted free-agent K Martin Gramatica.


Cowboys | Cowboys interested in Ramsey
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:39:43 -0800

Tim MacMahon, of the Dallas Morning News, reports the Dallas Cowboys are interested in unrestricted free-agent QB Patrick Ramsey (Jets) as QB Tony Romo's backup.


, is this the detective Colombo?
Special teams perhaps?

Cowboys | Colombo testing market
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:39:42 -0800

Tim MacMahon, of the Dallas Morning News, reports unrestricted free-agent OT Marc Colombo (Cowboys) is testing the market.


Cowboys | Black could be an option
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:39:42 -0800

Tim MacMahon, of the Dallas Morning News, reports unrestricted free-agent OL Jordan Black (Chiefs), a Dallas Christian alum, could be an option for the Dallas Cowboys, especially if unrestricted free-agent OT Marc Colombo gets away.


Cowboys | Cowboys showing interest in Porter
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:26:20 -0800

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Dallas Cowboys have joined a growing number of teams interested in signing unrestricted free-agent LB Joey Porter (Steelers). Dallas was one of the latest teams to contact Porter, agent Jeff Sperbeck said Saturday, March 3.


Ravens | Ravens showing interest in Porter
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:26:18 -0800

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports the Baltimore Ravens have joined a growing number of teams interested in signing unrestricted free-agent LB Joey Porter (Steelers). Baltimore was one of the latest teams to contact Porter, agent Jeff Sperbeck said Saturday, March 3.


Raiders | Henry to meet with Raiders
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:26:14 -0800

Jerry McDonald, of the Inside Bay Area, reports although not confirmed, next up to visit the Oakland Raiders is unrestricted free-agent RB Travis Henry (Titans).



Jets | Jets showing interest in Coleman
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 12:17:20 -0800

Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Jets are showing interest in unrestricted free-agent DE Kenyon Coleman (Cowboys). Coleman was only a backup for the Dallas Cowboys, but he was productive and shows potential. Coleman could visit the Jets during the upcoming week.


Jets | Jets show interest in Green
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:54:20 -0800

Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports according to the Green Bay Packers organization, the New York Jets are one of the teams showing interest in unrestricted free-agent RB Ahman Green (Packers). Green had a decent season last year, rushing for 1,059 yards and a 4.0 average, and is looking for roughly $5 million a year.


Jets | Jets probably won't be interested in Henry
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:44:19 -0800

Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports the New York Jets will probably not pursue unrestricted free-agent RB Travis Henry (Titans) in free agency. Henry has some personal baggage, and head coach Eric Mangini and the Jets usually try to stay away from those players.


Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:38:01 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Vinny Testaverde (Patriots) is one possibility.


Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:16:57 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Brad Johnson (Vikings) is one possibility.


Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:12:10 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Kerry Collins (Titans) is one possibility.


Jets | Jets will probably pass on Dillon
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:55:08 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports unrestricted free-agent RB Corey Dillon (Patriots) said he wants to be an every-down back in 2007. The New York Jets are committed to their committee concept, which would make him an unlikely fit for the team.


Jets | Jets to make push for Harper
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:50:42 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets are expected to reach out to unrestricted free-agent CB Nick Harper (Colts) in the coming days. He would be a nice fit opposite CB Andre Dyson.


Jets | Brown scheduled to meet with team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:42:46 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports unrestricted free-agent RB Chris Brown (Titans) is scheduled to meet with the New York Jets early next week.


Lions | McDonald scheduled to visit team Monday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:27:41 -0800

Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports free agent WR Shaun McDonald (Rams) is scheduled to visit the Detroit Lions Monday, March 5.

Giants | June's agent hasn't heard from team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:26:03 -0800

Arthur Staple, of Newsday, reports even though unrestricted free-agent LB Cato June (Colts) was rumored to be on his way to the New York Giants, June's agent hasn't heard from the team.


Rams | Team made offer to Banta-Cain
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:25:53 -0800

Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports free agent LB Tully Banta-Cain (Patriots) visited the St. Louis Rams over the weekend. The team made him a contract offer, but Banta-Cain decided to shop the free-agent market more.


Chiefs | Team showing interest in Darche
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 10:09:07 -0800

Mike Sando, of the Tacoma News Tribune, reports the Kansas City Chiefs are showing interest in free agent OL Jean-Philippe Darche.


Eagles | Team still open to re-signing Stallworth
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:59:17 -0800

Marc Narducci and Bob Brookover, of the Philadelphia Inquirer, reports the Philadelphia Eagles are still open to re-signing free agent WR Donte' Stallworth (Eagles). However, the team will not do it at an astronomical price.


Broncos | Buckhalter will visit team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:57:23 -0800

Marc Narducci and Bob Brookover, of the Philadelphia Inquirer, reports free agent RB Correll Buckhalter (Eagles) is expected to visit with the Denver Broncos this week, according to league sources.


Giants | Team impressed with Rhodes
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:44:33 -0800

Vinny DiTrani, of the Bergen Record, reports free agent RB Dominic Rhodes (Colts) left the New York Giants without a contract, but the team was "favorably impressed" by him, according to a team source. Talks are expected to continue.


Patriots | Thomas contract update
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:24:29 -0800

John Tomase, of the Boston Herald, reports the New England Patriots signed free agent LB Adalius Thomas (Ravens) to a five-year, $37.5 million contract, with $24 million coming in the first three years, according to the NFL Network.


Cowboys | Team finalizing deal with L. Davis
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:15:37 -0800

Michael Smith, of ESPN.com, reports the Dallas Cowboys are finalizing an agreement with free agent OT Leonard Davis (Cardinals).


Patriots | Team signs S. Morris
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:14:24 -0800

John Tomase, of the Boston Herald, reports the New England Patriots signed free agent RB Sammy Morris (Dolphins) to a four-year, $7 million contract Saturday, March 3, according to scout.com.


Jets | Team works out Wadsworth
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 08:11:55 -0800

Randy Lange, of the Bergen Record, reports the New York Jets reportedly worked out free agent DE Andre Wadsworth (Cardinals).


Ravens | Team will try to re-sign J. Lewis
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 07:58:43 -0800

Jamison Hensley, of the Baltimore Sun, reports the Baltimore Ravens will attempt to re-sign free agent RB Jamal Lewis (Ravens) to a one-year contract over the next couple of days before looking at other options.


Lions | Team agrees to terms with D. White
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 07:54:27 -0800

Updating a previous item, The Associated Press reports the Detroit Lions have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract with free agent DE Dewayne White (Buccaneers). Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.


Raiders | R. Kelly to visit team Sunday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 07:37:08 -0800

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports free agent TE Reggie Kelly (Bengals) will meet with the Oakland Raiders Sunday, March 4.


Jaguars | Team agrees to terms with Northcutt
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 06:52:27 -0800

Michael C. Wright, of the Florida Times-Union, reports the Jacksonville Jaguars agreed to terms with free agent WR Dennis Northcutt (Browns) on a five-year contract worth $3.4 million per season, including a $4.5 million signing bonus. Northcutt will take a physical Sunday, March 4, and if he passes, he will sign the deal Monday, March 5.


Rams | Bennett contract update
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 06:41:10 -0800

Paul Kuharsky, of the Tennessean, reports the St. Louis Rams signed free agent WR Drew Bennett (Titans) to a six-year, $30 million deal with $10 million guaranteed, including a $7.5 million signing bonus.


Raiders | Team signs Keith
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 06:01:52 -0800

Steve Corkran, of the Contra Costa Times, reports the Oakland Raiders signed free agent DE Charlton Keith (Browns).


Broncos | Holland signs one-year contract
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 01:12:16 -0800

The Associated Press reports the Denver Broncos have signed free agent OG Montrae Holland (Saints) to a one-year contract.


Patriots | Team signs Welker to offer sheet
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 01:07:24 -0800

Len Pasquarelli, of ESPN.com, reports the New England Patriots have signed restricted free agent WR Wes Welker (Dolphins) to an offer sheet. The Miami Dolphins have seven days to either match or pass the offer sheet. If the Dolphins do not match the offer, they will receive the Patriots' second-round draft pick in the 2007 NFL Draft.


49ers | Gilmore re-signs
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:51:27 -0800

Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports the San Francisco 49ers have re-signed free agent WR Bryan Gilmore.


49ers | A. Franklin signs
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:49:36 -0800

Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports the San Francisco 49ers have signed free agent DT Aubrayo Franklin (Ravens). He received a three-year, $6 million contract with the team.


Cardinals | Kaesviharn expected to visit Monday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:14:40 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent S Kevin Kaesviharn (Bengals) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Monday, March 5.


Cardinals | T. Fisher expected to visit Monday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:12:46 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent CB Travis Fisher (Rams) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Monday, March 5.


Cardinals | R. Kelly expected to visit Sunday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:10:50 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent TE Reggie Kelly (Bengals) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, March 4.


Cardinals | R. Hood expected to visit Sunday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:08:17 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent CB Roderick Hood (Eagles) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, March 4.


Cardinals | A. Johnson expected to visit Sunday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:06:04 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent C Al Johnson (Cowboys) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, March 4.


Cardinals | Gandy expected to visit Sunday
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:04:07 -0800

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports free agent OL Mike Gandy (Bills) is expected to visit the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, March 4.

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Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:38:01 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Vinny Testaverde (Patriots) is one possibility.


Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:16:57 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Brad Johnson (Vikings) is one possibility.


Jets | Jets to bring in veteran QB
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 11:12:10 -0800

Tom Rock, of Newsday, reports the New York Jets will probably bring in a veteran QB who can act as a mentor and push QB Kellen Clemens from the No. 3 spot. Unrestricted free-agent QB Kerry Collins (Titans) is one possibility.


Are the Jets the official NFL retirement home for old QBs?

Buccaneers | A. Johnson will visit team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 20:10:53 -0800

Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, reports free agent C Al Johnson (Cowboys) will visit with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.


Buccaneers | K. Carter to visit team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 20:08:20 -0800

Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, reports free agent DE Kevin Carter (Dolphins) will visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Monday, March 5. Carter is extremely interested in playing with the team, according to his agent Harold Lewis.


Browns | K. Wright signs three-year contract
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 20:05:47 -0800

The Cleveland Browns announced the signing of free agent CB Kenny Wright (Redskins) to a three-year contract. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Seahawks | Carlisle visiting team
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 19:26:38 -0800

Mike Sando, of the Tacoma News Tribune, reports free agent OG Cooper Carlisle (Broncos) is visiting with the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, March 4.


Texans | Deal reached with former Packers' RB Green
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 15:45:18 -0800

John Murphy, of Yahoo! Sports, reports unrestricted free-agent RB Ahman Green (Packers) has reached a contract agreement with the Houston Texans. John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports the deal is worth $23 million over four years and has $6.5 million guaranteed.



Cowboys | Davis lands seven-year deal
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 15:25:58 -0800

John Murphy, of Yahoo! Sports, reports the Dallas Cowboys have signed unrestricted free-agent OT Leonard Davis (Cardinals) to a deal worth $49.6 million over seven years. $18.75 million of the deal is guaranteed, with $24 million being received over the first three years of the deal. He is expected to play right tackle or right guard depending upon what happens during the remainder of the free-agent period.



Seahawks | Parry not tendered
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:51:54 -0800

Mike Sando, of the Tacoma News Tribune, reports the Seattle Seahawks did not extend a restricted tender to FB Josh Parry. He becomes an unrestricted free agent.


Seahawks | Seahawks want to sign Brown to long-term deal
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:51:53 -0800

Clare Farnsworth, of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, reporting for the Sporting News, reports even though the Seattle Seahawks slapped the franchise tag on PK Josh Brown, they are still determined to sign him to a long-term contract.


Redskins | Fisher visits
Sun, 4 Mar 2007 13:51:53 -0800

Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports unrestricted free-agent CB Travis Fisher (Rams) visited the Washington Redskins on Saturday, March 3.

POSTED 6:03 p.m. EST, March 4, 2007

TEXANS LASSO AHMAN
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Adam Schefter of the NFL Network reports that the Houston Texans have signed running back Ahman Green.

Green, who has spent the last seven seasons with the Packers, will be reuinted with former Green Bay coach/G.M. Mike Sherman in Houston.
Sherman is an assistant head coach with the Texans.

The aging tailback generated strong interest, and could re-establish himself as a star runner in the Texans' zone-blocking scheme.

Of course, it remains to be seen what the Texans will do at quarterback.
David Carr, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2002 draft, is not expected to return.
The identity of his replacement is, at this point, anyone's guess.