News and Notes Around the NFL

A lot has happened in the NFL since the Super Bowl ended and lets begin with some of the bigger news items that have taken place as of recent.

The Chargers released LaDainian Tomlinson which was really sad because I am sure he would liked to end his career there and win a Super Bowl for them. I will be curious to see who picks him up. Another Running Back who was released was Philadelphia Eagles Brian Westbrook. When healthy he is a great RB and I think virtually every team will be after him when it’s time to sign free agents.

Donte’ Stallworth who was released from prision was also released from the Cleveland Browns. I am sure if Michael Vick can find a new home then I am sure Stallworth will too. Other players cut include Antonio Pierce, Torry Holt, Thomas Jones, and Jamal Lewis.

There are some big time free agents this year. Here is the list by position of the top free agents.

Running Back
Chester Taylor
Willie Parker
Darren Sproles
Pierre Thomas
Ronnie Brown

Wide Reciever
Terrell Owens
Brandon Marshall
Braylon Edwards
Steve Breaston
Domenik Hixon

Tight End
Alge Crumpler
Anthony Fasano
Tony Scheffler

Defense
Julius Peppers
Aaron Kampman
Ray Edwards
Jevon Kearse
Kyle Vanden Bosch
Karlos Dansby

There a lot of guys who have a lot of life left and some of them are still in search of a Super Bowl ring. If you’re a Lions fan I wouldn’t get my hopes up on getting anyone on this list. They never get anyone good. I’ll be curious where these guys end up. Stay tuned for more.
Shawne Merriman
Darren Sharper
Nick Collins
Atari Bigby