World doping chief faults BALCO plea deal four months
WADA chair Richard Pound called the Conte plea a light sentence and criticized the deal that ends charges with four months in prison and four months house arrest. Pound noted athletes like Bonds and Jones may not testify, urging fuller cooperation, and said China’s anti-doping program will be strengthened ahead of Beijing 2008.
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Parker dies. Hall of Fame Colts lineman at 71
Jim Parker, Hall of Fame Baltimore Colts lineman, died at 71 after a lengthy diabetes battle. A 1957 first-round pick, Parker helped Baltimore win titles in 1958 and 1959, earned eight All-Pro selections and eight Pro Bowls, and became the first full-time offensive lineman inducted to the Hall of Fame in 1973. He played left tackle and guard, protecting quarterback Johnny Unitas and runner Lenny Moore. Born April 3, 1934 in Macon, Georgia, Parker starred at Ohio State, winning the Outland Trophy before joining the NFL.
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Bills trade disgruntled Henry to Titans
Bills president Tom Donahoe announced a trade sending Travis Henry to Tennessee for a third round draft pick. Henry had vowed not to play the final year of his contract, ending a standoff that could distract the team at training camp. Henry was Tennessee-bound despite salary talks, with the Titans seeking a capable back alongside Chris Brown.
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Brown Retires as Raider Moves Toward NASCAR Venture
Tim Brown signed a one day contract to retire with the Oakland Raiders after a 17 year NFL career. The Heisman winner from Notre Dame plans to team with Roush Racing in Charlotte for a NASCAR venture while pursuing broadcasting roles with Fox and Sirius. He spoke of a diverse push beyond football and said finishing in Oakland felt right.
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