Bengals weigh quarterbacks as Palmer exit reshapes plan
Cincinnati explores options after Carson Palmer asks for a trade and announces he will not return. The search includes private workouts for Andy Dalton Blaine Gabbert and Christian Ponder as the team contemplates drafting later in the draft or adding a playmaker. Jordan Palmer is working out with receivers while Dan LeFevour remains third string as Jay Gruden reshapes the offense amid labor stalemate.
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Ravens’ 26th pick viewed as chance for bold move
Baltimore general manager Ozzie Newsome weighs cornerback options like Jimmy Smith and linemen as possible targets or trades for the 26th overall pick in the NFL Draft. He values best available talent, with cornerback and center as top needs if the board aligns.
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Florida
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Steelers eye cornerback need in draft amid lockout
Steelers coach Mike Tomlin and Kevin Colbert say the 2011 draft will proceed with a reduced list of 160 prospects, focusing on talent and need without reaching for a position, amid no free agent signings due to the lockout. Ike Taylor and William Gay are free agents, Bryant McFadden had a poor Super Bowl, and depth at cornerback is a priority.
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Browns weigh Bowers knee risk in first round option
Browns general manager Tom Heckert weighs whether to draft Clemson pass rusher Da’Quan Bowers despite a knee risk. Bowers’ college production includes 26 tackles for loss and 15 percent sacks, with ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. urging caution amid injury questions.
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Top of the Class NFL Linebacker Prospects The Browns
Scott Petrak surveys top linebackers led by Von Miller Texas A M with 17 sacks in 2009 and Bruce Carter NC ACL injury. Martez Wilson Illinois brings elite viz speed at 6 3 250 with 4 42 in the 40. Other notables include Ayers Houston Reed and Houston. The Browns seek depth behind veterans.
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Texas A&m
Texas
Bruce Carter
North Carolina
Martez Wilson
Illinois
Akeem Ayers
Ucla
Justin Houston
Georgia
Brooks Reed
Arizona
Miller
Browns
NFL labor dispute spins on federal ruling and draft
Judge Nelson lifted the league imposed lockout and declined to address antitrust issues, signaling more talks. NFL owners urged NLRB action but the court doubted the board would intervene, while mediation resumed as the draft nears and players weigh temporary gains.
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Browns players to meet today amid lifted NFL lockout ruling
Browns players plan a 10 a m visit to team headquarters in Berea after Judge Susan Nelson lifted the injunction on the lockout. The move comes as appeals loom and players seek access to facilities and potential bonuses while the legal battle over broadcast revenue drags on.
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Scott Fujita
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Osi Umenyiora
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