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May 31, 2007
Vick debuts haircut for Falcons offseason workouts
Prosecutor says informants have linked Vick to dogfighting
Edgerrin James: Back With Team for Workouts
Larry Johnson: Could be More Involved as a Pass-Catcher
Trent Green: No Closer to Miami
TE L.J. Smith has sports hernia surgery
Lawrence Tynes expects to be Giants' placekicker in 2007
Panthers DT Jenkins no-show at workout

May 30, 2007
Former Boise State QB Zabransky undaunted by challenge of NFL
Packers' board keeps Harlan in place during search for successor
Patriots re-sign CB Gay, LB Alexander
Leonard Pope: Starter by Default
Roscoe Parrish: Leaves Workout with Tight Quad
Kircus confident he'll be cleared
Dolphins linebacker pays fine for punching rival in Las Vegas
McNair DUI case reset for July 10
Porter's number change becomes too expensive
Chiefs rookie takes time to remember teammate
Eagles sign two draft picks
35 ex-NFL players qualify for dementia-Alzheimer's assistance
Panthers DT Jenkins no-show at workout
Chris Henry: Trying to Seize Opportunity With Titans
Lemon re-signs with Dolphins
Titans hope CB can fill major hole with Jones' suspension
LenDale White: Not Present at Minicamp
Bears sign draft picks Okwo, Beekman
Arizona Cardinals sign tight end Tim Euhus
Broncos: Kircus to stay with team after passing lie detector test

May 29, 2007
Edwards refuses to discuss absence, takes reps with third team
Search warrant obtained, but not executed at Vick home
Players union supports Jones in appeal
Niners sign fifth-round pick Brown
LenDale White fails to show up at Titans minicamp
Death of Patriots' Hill ruled accidental drowning
Kevin Walter: Holding Down No. 2 WR Spot
Kellen Winslow: (Knee) Looks Good in Practice
Patriots' Marquise Hill found dead after jet ski accident
Authorities recover body of Patriots DE Hill

May 28, 2007
Authorities: Patriots' Marquise Hill's body found
Coast Guard searching for New England Patriots' Marquise Hill

May 27, 2007
Report: Vick accused of betting on dog fighting
Michael Vick: Reportedly Linked to Dog Fighting
Report: Vick was at dog fight in 2000
Marshawn Lynch: Looks Good So Far

May 26, 2007
Texas woman pleads guilty in extortion attempt against Bart Starr
Packers exec Harlan delays retirement as successor takes leave
Brandon Marshall: Charges Against Marshall Dismissed
Ben Roethlisberger: More No-Huddle for Pittsburgh

May 25, 2007
Prosecutor says dog fighting investigation "moving forward"
Charge dropped against Broncos' Marshall
Officer: Kircus threatened man after assault
Booker getting comfortable with Dolphins
Trent Green: Dolphins Still Trying
Jerome Mathis: Hamstring Flares Up
Brian Finneran: Iffy for 2007 Season
One year later, Colston comes in as the leader
May has been anything but merry for Chiefs
Niners sign rookie 4th-round pick Cohen
Tony Hunt: On Board With Eagles
Lorenzo Booker: Signs With Dolphins
Trent Green's agent says Chiefs won't return his calls
Bengals coach apologizes for police comments
Titans' Haynesworth has much to prove after last season
Ravens' Olson conquers NFL Europa
Scott, Sharper excused from Vikings practice
Texans still looking for second receiver
Eagles sign 2 third-round picks
Booker, 2 other rookies sign with Dolphins

May 24, 2007
J.P. Losman: Offense Could be More Dynamic
Keyshawn Johnson calls it a career, joins ESPN
Report: Investigator still missing solid evidence linking to dog fighting
Niners sign fourth-round pick Moore
North Texas Super Bowl could set ticket sales record at $93M
Greenway's knee is 'ready to go'
Brutality is brutality, whether it's against a human or animal
Corey Dillon: In Holding Pattern
Derrick Mason: Jams Finger
Dayne looks to build on strong season
Pit bulls in dogfighting case likely to be euthanized
Steelers release veteran P Gardocki
Bly eager to play alongside Bailey
Agent defends Portis over dog fighting comments
Officials, attorney say results show Bengals' WR Henry's clean
Taylor once again following in Moss' footsteps

May 23, 2007
WR Keyshawn Johnson announces retirement, joins ESPN
Kentucky Division confirms Henry did not violate testing
Vikings' Taylor now has company in backfield
Travis Taylor: Signs with Raiders
Lawrence Tynes: Traded to Giants
Seating capacity boosts Dallas-area's bid
Irsay would like Indianapolis to try again for Super Bowl

May 22, 2007
Redskins apologize for Portis' remarks on dog fighting; Samuels says he was wrong
Despite new nickname, Ferguson looks good in rehab from knee surgery
Green practices but insists he won't play for Chiefs again
Arlington celebrates selection as Super Bowl host city
Bucs sign C.J. Leak; release Kenny Scott
Frye confident he'll start for Browns
CB Winfield skips Vikings OTA
CB Webster eager for fresh start with Bills
Goodell reviews whistle-blower proposal designed to protect players from concussions
Giants acquire K Tynes from Chiefs
Despite tasting success, Ravens' Scott remains hungry
NFL owners award Super Bowl XLV to North Texas
2011 Super Bowl goes to Cowboys' new stadium<
Jets sign DE Eric Hicks
Broncos' Kircus hit with restraining order after assault arrest
Joseph Addai: Could Lose a Few Carries
Houston's Ryans looks to build on stellar rookie season

May 21, 2007
Bell re-signs with Dolphins
Agent says Henry passed drug test; authorities say more testing needed
Titans looking for receivers to catch on, step up
Can Bailey do any better than last year
Raiders hire new personnel executive
Authorities: Nothing new to report on Vick investigation
Chris Henry: Status Cloudy
CB Webster agrees to 1-year deal with Buffalo
Dolphins re-sign SS Bell to one-year deal
Bills sign veteran CB Webster
Bengals' Nicholson waived; pleads not guilty
Patriots re-sign LB Seau
Report: Agent denies Henry failed drug test
Training camp is 2 months away, but Tomlin sees much to do

May 20, 2007
Jets' Pro Bowl kick returner Miller arrested for assault
Cedric Benson: Believes He Can Stay Healthy
Franks faces challenge after disappointing season
Gonzaga, former Detroit Lions lineman, dies at 74
California congressman asks for strong action against Vick

May 19, 2007
Randy Moss: In the Mood to Play for Pats
Keyshawn Johnson: No Offer From Titans
Daunte Culpepper: Feeling Better
Tony Scheffler: Breaks Foot

May 18, 2007
Keyshawn Johnson meets with Titans
Favre comes to minicamp, throws support behind team
McNabb says he and Reid getting along just fine
Briggs a no-show at Bears minicamp
Report: Bengals' LB Nicholson arrested on domestic charge
Johnson says he's ready for Goodell's punishment
Green strikes unusual deal for his number
Denver's D-line coach happy, hoarse over trio of draft picks
Culpepper taking 'small steps' in comeback from knee injury
Anthony Gonzalez: NFL Rules Force Him Out of Minicamp
Bengals' Nicholson arrested again
Vikings sign rookie QB Thigpen
California congressman asks for strong action against Vick
Still without Williams, Dolphins ready to move on
Super Bowl champs ready to focus on 2007
Cameron virtually closes door on suspended RB Williams
Brett Favre: Wants to Stay in Green Bay
Chris Henry: Sharing First-Team Reps with LenDale White

May 17, 2007
New QB Schaub taking over as Texans leader
Brandon Jackson: Forced to Miss Minicamp
Laurent Robinson: Could Play Big Role
Brandon Marshall: Running With First Team
Smith reveals bum hip has bothered him since 2004
Ravens QB on DUI charge: What happens in Tenn. stays in Tenn.
Dolphins sign sons of 2 Hall of Famers
City leaders confident as 2011 Super Bowl decision draws near
Rookie diary: LaMarr Woodley
LenDale White: Hamstring Strain
Edgerrin James: Sticks Around This Offseason
Rod Smith: (Hip) Sidelined for Minicamp
Bears DT Johnson meets with NFL commissioner to discuss bad behavior
Bears DE Alex Brown seeking trade

May 16, 2007
Favre now expected to attend Packers minicamp
Broncos practice with heavy hearts
Authorities to review evidence of dog fighting at Vick house
NFL looking to shorten draft
Russell's confidence grows as he gets more practice with Raiders
Texans Wong retires after 9 seasons
Bears DT Johnson meets with NFL commissioner to discuss bad behavior
Vikings: Peterson won't need surgery for broken collarbone
Houston DE Williams healthy and happy
Kelly Holcomb: Likely the Odd Man Out
Owen Daniels: (Shoulder) Limited This Week
NFL game in London sells 40,000 tickets in 90 minutes
Reggie Brown: Knee Injury Not Serious
Lions QB Kitna happy with first look at Calvin Johnson
Sams acquitted of DUI
Sean Taylor attends Redskins' practice
After jet-setting offseason, Bush refocuses on football
Finneran's injury setback could open spot for rookie Robinson
RB Wolfe becomes first 2007 draft pick to sign
Jets sign 5, including former VCU basketball star Pellot-Rosa
Saints sign two veterans, one rookie

May 15, 2007
Tank Johnson slated for meeting with Goodell
Julius Jones: Adapting Well to New Offense
Terrell Owens: Finger Feeling Great
Marcedes Lewis: Sits Out Monday With Hamstring Pull
Videotapes sought of Vick watching dog fights
Redskins sign Westbrook's brother, 7 others
Favre reportedly plans to skip Packers' mandatory minicamp
New faces add competition to beleaguered offensive line
Report: Falcons WR Finneran re-injures left knee
Donovan McNabb: Expected Back for Training Camp
Devin Hester: Will Switch to Offense
Brian Finneran: Could Miss 2007
Taylor gets scare during Africa trip

May 14, 2007
Favre: I never really wanted to be traded
Record-setting kick returner moving to offense for Bears
Kearse returns after severe knee injury
Bengals release DT Sam Adams, sign Kenderick Allen
T.O. looks ahead after 'nothing' season with Parcells
Goodman undergoes surgery for shoulder injury
Paperwork delaying decision on 'Pacman' appeal
Spread 'em out
Fire, knives and hard hits: Jets rookie safety makes presence known
QB Favre says he never wanted to be traded
Robert Meachem: Shows Up Out of Shape
Jerious Norwood: Has Bulked Up
Edgerrin James: Looking Sharp
Michael Vick: Coach Predicts More Accurate Passing Game

May 13, 2007
Chiefs' line looking good to Tank and Turk
Palko sees bright side of not being drafted
Favre vents, requested trade
Julius Jones likes the guy he's now playing for in Dallas
Laurence Maroney: Cautious With Shoulder
Julius Jones: On the Field With Cowboys
Packers' Moss miss leaves Favre fuming, but did he ask out
World-class wrestlers grapple with football in Jets camp
QB Favre upset Packers didn't get Moss
Report: Patriots to re-sign LB Seau
Bears DT Tank Johnson released from jail
Bobby McCray: Fails to Report for Minicamp
Kevan Barlow: Injures Right Ankle
Matt Jones: Hobbled by Quadriceps Strain

May 12, 2007
Chiefs looking for a few good players among rookies
Angry Faneca skips Steelers workout, returns after Tomlin request
Comfortable Leinart sees more togetherness under new coach
Revis, Harris get plenty of attention as Jets open rookie minicamp
Owens back on the field at minicamp
Trotter isn't feeling pressure for starting job
Source: Ricky Williams tests positive for marijuana
Football reference trips up GOP hopeful
Safety glad Patriots got to know him
Feeley has no worries about Kolb

May 11, 2007
Johnson in no rush to sign with new team
Steelers' top picks injured during minicamp
Titans cornerback caught speeding days before appeal hearing
Vick avoids questions on dog-fighting investigation
Ex-49er Bryant pleads no contest in reckless driving case
Eagles release DT Rayburn
Jason Campbell: Working Hard This Offseason
Michael Vick: Could be Disciplined
Gibbs committed to Campbell, worried about secondary
Vick scrambles away from dog-fighting case; notorious house sold
Ricky Williams tests positive for marijuana
Paralyzed man to Pacman Jones: 'Try being put in a wheelchair'
Report: RB Williams tested positive for marijuana in April
Shaun Alexander: Running Back's Foot is Fine According to Holmgren
Bengals sign LB Hartwell to one-year contract

May 10, 2007
LenDale White: Hamstring Injury
Terrell Owens: Staying Out of Minicamp
Blank says he was 'stern' with Vick over recent troubles
Bills DT Walker seeks new contract
'No contact' drill: Gibbs hasn't heard from Taylor or Springs
Titans' Jones to meet with NFL commissioner to appeal suspension
Commissioner Goodell to meet with Tank Johnson on Wednesday
Judge rules Comcast entitled to move NFL Network to niche tier
Receiver reveals second surgery on his ailing right knee
'A tough thing to balance': Redskins, rest of NFL, open practice under new league rules
Holmgren says Alexander just fine; QB Hasselbeck satisfied with recovery from surgery
Falcons release CB Jason Webster
David Givens: (Torn ACL) Could Miss Start of Season
Steelers sign Pittsburgh native Barlow
Tim Rattay: Joins Titans
Darius Walker: Added to Texans' Mix
Although not driving, McNair charged in DUI case
NFL looking closely at expanding to 17 games with international flavor

May 9, 2007
Hearing on Lions' bid to recoup Rogers' bonus money postponed
"Revived" Mora wants another head coaching job -- just not yet
Titans sign Rattay, claim Gardner off waivers
Falcons' coach hopes dog days are soon over
Jags sign CB Thornton
McCray, Naeole skip Jags' first camp
Raiders fire head personnel man
Donovan McNabb: Expects to Play in the Preseason
Plaxico Burress: Model Citizen
Byron Leftwich: Feeling Healthy
NFL Network to rebroadcast classic games
Jags' Leftwich returns, hopes to stay healthy

May 8, 2007
Nash autopsy is inconclusive; no drugs or unnatural substances
Vikings sign DT Green
Back from the barn: Redskins return after getting rare time off
Catch this: Burress takes part in Giants workouts
McNabb breaks silence on Eagles drafting QB
Colts release former starting linebacker
Redskins sign RB Blaylock
Panthers sign Smith to 3-year extension
Antonio Gates: Runs Routes with Receivers
Bengals DE Smith signs franchise player tender
DeAngelo Williams: New Zone-Blocking Scheme
Falcons drop TE Beverly
Niners' new gold rush

May 7, 2007
Alexander's foot may still be broken; he doesn't want to know -- yet
Attorneys cite other NFL arrests to appeal 'Pacman' suspension
Former NFL wide receiver Hutchinson dies
Redskins sign TE Hilton, WR Madise
Bar fight charges dismissed against Steelers' Deshea Townsend
Jaguars waive Carroll after arrest
Class of 2008

May 6, 2007
Emma Culpepper, adoptive mother of Dolphins QB, dies at 92
Surrounded by rookies, Blaylock auditions with Redskins camp
Delhomme, Carr happy again after 2006 struggles
Calvin Johnson, Lions wrap up 3-day minicamp
Slender Sapp plays weight-ing game
Darrell Jackson: (Turf Toe) Will Not Participate in Minicamp
Ashley Lelie: Out With Quad Strain

May 5, 2007
Jaguars' Carroll charged with weapon and drug charges
Raiders move on following Moss deal
Colts' new cornerback ready to prove doubters wrong
Falcons sign Cundiff to compete for kicking job
Panthers' new offense gets welcome reception from Smith
Matt Hasselbeck: Shoulder Holding Up
Adrian Peterson: Collarbone 'Feeling Good'
Gatlin has tryout with Buccaneers
Trent Green: Expects to be a Dolphin
Colts' Gonzalez has been serious athlete all his life

May 4, 2007
Humane Society calls on NFL to boot players involved in dog fighting
Russell makes early impression on Raiders
Hasselbeck back on field earlier than Seahawks' post-surgery estimate
Griffin works at CB, Henry shows speed in rookie session
Healthy Rivers, Chargers open first minicamp under Turner
Appeal hearing for Titans cornerback set for May 11
Browns cut ties with guard Andruzzi
Quinn's friend trying to latch on in Cincinnati
Saints sign free agent punter
All eyes on Brady at Browns mini-camp
NFL's unfinished business
Culpepper says he'll be ready for Miami training camp
Morgan returns to field confident despite concussions
'Humble' Smith debuts with Ravens rookies
Judge: Facenda's son can seek damages from NFL over Madden game

May 3, 2007
Report: Browns to cut LG Andruzzi
Web site promotes dog-selling business in Vick's name
Larry Johnson: Training-Camp Holdout is Possible
Shaud Williams: Bills' Backfield Much More Crowded
Keyshawn Johnson: Chargers Not Interested
Bills sign free agent RB Scobey
Eagles sign DT Scott to one-year contract
Former Chargers linebacker Foley pleads guilty to alcohol-related driving

May 2, 2007
Browns set to release OG Joe Andruzzi
Seahawks sign franchise K Josh Brown to one-year contract
Michael Turner: Off the Market
Shawne Merriman: Shoulder Still Weak
Williams hopes to make most of new start with Raiders
Keyshawn Johnson: Titans Showing Interest
Preliminary autopsy shows Mitchell died of heart attack
Goodell orders teams to attend concussion meeting
Keyshawn Johnson: Released by Panthers
A.J. Feeley: Still McNabb's Backup
Vick among 3 released by Dolphins
Jags release punter Hanson
Chiefs trade DT Ryan Sims to Bucs

May 1, 2007
Chiefs release DE Hicks
Greg Olsen: Enters NFL with Big Expectations
NFLPA countersues players who want money they lost in hedge fund
Titans in midst of youth movement on offense
Byron Leftwich: Tentative Hold on QB Job
Former Boise State QB Zabransky to sign with Texans
Former Redskins LB Mitchell dies at 36
Broncos release punter Eddie Johnson
Coleman is latest Falcons starter sidelined
Bucs release Bolden, three others
Adrian Peterson: Cleared to Participate in Minicamp
Adams eager to help Bucs pass rush
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Chris Simms: Taking Snaps With First Team
Chiefs perennial Pro Bowl G Shields retires
Olbermann to work football pre-game show for NBC
Eagles release LB Jones, sign 11 undrafted free agents
Bears' Tank Johnson pleads guilty to misdemeanor weapons charge
Philip Rivers: Likely to Take it Slow
Donovan McNabb: Not Expected to be Ready for Minicamp
Ted Ginn: Might Not be Ready for Training Camp