Bills Could Sign Vick In 2010

According to NBC's Tony Dungy, the Buffalo Bills could be Philadelphia Eagles Michael Vick's landing spot in 2010. According to Dungy, who is Vick's mentor, the Bills were interested in signing Vick before he signed with the Eagles.

Dungy also mentioned Cleveland, Washington, and St. Louis as potential landing spots for Vick. Trent Edwards is currently the Bills starting quarterback, but if coaching changes are made in Buffalo, I could see Vick in New York.

Vick will still have one year left on his contract after the 2009 season is over, and the Eagles will look to rid themselves of Vick before his contract expires. Vick's salary cap figure for 2010 on $5.5 million.

Bengals Lose Receiver For Season

The Cincinnati Bengals have announced that they have placed wide receiver Chris Henry on injured reserve. Henry was serving as the Bengals slot receiver, and he should be replaced by Andre Caldwell.

Henry broke his forearm in Sunday's game, and was taken out of the game and sent to the locker room. Henry will be a free agent at the end of the season, and ProFootballTalk.com suggests that he will be re-signed.

Henry had surgery on his broken arm on Monday. Henry has caught 12 passes for 236 yards and two touchdowns this season. Bengals coach Marvin Lewis hinted that the Bengals would promote Maurice Purify from the practice squad.

Browns Looking At Mike Holmgren

Adam Scheftler of ESPN is reporting that the Cleveland Browns are interested in hiring Mike Holmgren after the season. According to Scheftler, Holmgren would have a role similar to Bill Parcells in Miami.

This could signal the end of Eric Mangini's tenure as the head coach in Cleveland. Scheftler is also reporting that Browns owner Randy Lerner will also look at Ernie Accorsi, Rick McKay, and Ron Wolf.

The Browns could need much work in the offseason. Running back Jamal Lewis is expected to retire after the season, and work will also be needed at wide receiver, tight end, quarterback, and a new contract for Josh Cribbs.

Dolphins Cut Linebacker, Then Sign One

The Miami Dolphins have announced that they have released linebacker William Kershaw and signed linebacker J.D. Foslum from their practice squad. Foslum has spent all of the 2009 season on the Dolphins practice squad.

Foslum was selected in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL draft out of Weber State. Foslum will add depth at inside linebacker, and will add a boost on special teams. The Dolphins need depth inside after an injury to Channing Crowder.

Foslum will likely be the Dolphins number three inside linebacker behind Reggie Torbor and Akin Ayodele until Crowder returns.

Lions Release Receiver, Add Tackle

John Niyo is reporting via twitter that the Detroit Lions have released wide receiver John Standeford and signed defensive tackle Landon Cohen off of their practice squad. Standeford was the Lions fourth receiver with Calvin Johnson injured.

Now that Johnson is healthy, the Lions had no need to carry Standeford on their roster. Cohen will add depth at defensive tackle. Standeford started four games with the Lions in 2008, and played in nine games.

Cohen started some in 2008, but that team managed to lose every game they played. Cohen spent time with the Lions and the Oakland Raiders this offseason. Landon also goes by "Joe".

Packers Lose Spitz For Season

Tom Silverstein of the Journal Sentinel is reporting that the Green Bay Packers have placed their starting center, Jason Spitz on injured reserve. The team promoted receiver Biren Ealy from their practice squad to fill his spot.

According to the Journal sentinel, Spitz was suffering from back spasms. Ealy was signed to the Packers practice squad last week after Jake Allen was signed to the active roster. Donald Driver, Jordy Nelson, and Brett Swain are all dinged up.

Scott Wells will likely replace Spitz at center. Spitz's contract expires at the end of the season, and this injury could hurt his position for getting a new deal signed. Ealy will likely be the Packers fourth or fifth receiver this week.

Broncos Sign Ty Law

The Denver Broncos have announced that they have signed veteran free agent cornerback Ty Law to their roster. Law play sparringly in 2008 with the New York Jets, after stints in Kansas City and New York.

Law is known most for his amazing play in the early 2000's with the New England Patriots. Law, a future Hall-Of-Famer, will provide veteran leadership, and some depth behind Andre Goodman and Chaimp Bailey.

To make room for Law, the Broncos released cornerback Jack williams, who was leftover from the Mike Shanahan era. Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels coach Law when he was in New England.

Koren Robinson Suspended By UFL

Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk is reporting that UFL spokes(wo)man Rachal Garay is reporting that UFL wide receiver Koren Robinson has been suspended indefinitely for failing to report to team meetings.

Robinson had stints with the Seattle Seahawks, Green Bay Packers, and Minnesota Vikings when he played in the NFL. Robinson recently played with the Seattle Seahawks in 2008. Robinson was drafted by the Florida Tuskers.

Robinson was traded to the New York Sentinels this offseason after spending part of training camp with the Tuskers. Robinson has been suspended two times for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy

Titans Try Out Several Free Agents

Aaron Wilson of the National Football Post is reporting that the Tennessee Titans have brought in free agent wide receivers Dane Looker and C.J. Jones ands free agent running back Alvin Pearman.

Looker played with the Rams from 2001 to 2008, and he spent part of the offseason with the Detroit Lions. Jones played with the Broncos and the Chiefs this offseason, while he spent 2008 with the Patriots.

Pearman spent this offseason with the Jacksonville Jaguars, where he previously played in 2005 and 2006. Pearman was traded to the Seattle Seahawks in 2007, but he failed to get significant game action.

Saints Place Former Pat on IR, Sign Former Pat

The New Orleans Saints have announced that they have placed fullback Heath Evans on injured reserve, and they have signed fullback Kyle Eckel. Both Eckel and Evans played with the Patriots in 2008.

The Saints have used Evans for more plays than any other fullback in the league, and Evans had been involved in some occasional passes and runs. Eckel has also spent time with the Miami Dolphins.

The Saints also signed Herb Donaldson to their practice squad. He replaces P.J. Hill, who was signed to the Eagles active roster. Donaldson spent time with the Saints as an undrafted free agent this offseason.

Eagles Place LB on IR, Sign Running Back

Adam Schefter of ESPN is reporting via twitter that the Philadelphia Eagles have placed linebacker Omar Gaither on injured reserve, ending his 2009 season. The Eagles also signed running back P.J. Hill.

Hill was on the New Orleans Saints practice squad, and he played with the Saints this offseason after he signed with New Orleans as an undrafted free agent. Gaither started at middle linebacker before the injury.

Hill ran for 1,000 yards in all three seasons he spent at Wisconsin, only former first round pick Ron Dayne can match that. Hill is second in Wisconsin's all time rushing yards ans rushing touchdowns only to Ron Dayne.

Titans Know Their Starting Quarterback, Will Wait To Share

Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper is reporting that Tennessee Titans head coach Jeff Fisher has decided who he will start at quarterback next week. Vince Young and Kerry Collins shared first team reps.

According to several sources, Titans owner Bud Adams is in favor of Vince Young being the Titans starting quarterback. It is unclear how much Adam's opinion in worth, but it would seem to be a pretty big indicator.

Fisher is delaying the news of who the Titans will start for a "competitive advantage". The Titans also signed former Minnesota Vikings quarterback John David Booty to their practice squad.

Third And Short: Welcome To Third And Short

Hey all. This is Bryan Brackney owner and editor of Reservation for Six, and as part of the new way RFOR6 will work, we will now feature columns that will be updated a couple times a week. This column, Third and Short, will be about... well any issues that needs to be tackled.

Be sure to catch or two other columns, the Two Minute Warning, and the UFL Zone. If you are interested in writing a column on RFOR6, email me, and I will hit you up with details. Helphing with the UFL column, and making an indoor or CFL column would be apropriate, but anything related to football would work.

Tomorrow, when I set sail I'm going to be focusing on why the Chiefs are bad, and what has caused them to stay consistantly bad over the past couple of seasons. Be sure to follow me on twitter @bryanbrackney

Rams Lose Bradley Fletcher For Rest Of 2009

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that Rams rookie cornerback Bradley Fletcher will miss the rest of the 2009 season. Fletcher suffered ligament damage on a play that he was burnt by Colts speedster Pierre Garcon.

Fletcher was starting alongside cornerback Ron Bartell, who covered the opposing team's top receiver, while Flectcher covered the team's second best receiver. Fletcher will need surgery to repair a hyper-extended knee.

The rams also lost long-snapper Chris Massey for the season after he was rocked by Colts tight end Jacob Tamme on a punt. According to the St. Louis Post Dispatch, the Rams tried out free agent LS Nathan Hodel on Monday.

Jake Delhomme To Lose Starting Job

Steve Reed of CarolinaGrowl.com is reporting that Panthers head coach John Fox is considering benching starting quarterback Jake Delhomme. Delhomme leads the NFL in interceptions, 13, and has underachieved ever since late in the 2008 season.

Delhomme would likely be replaced by third year pro Matt Moore, but A.J. Feeley could also be considered. According to PFT, Delhomme is on pace to throw 35 interceptions this season. The Panthers had almost three times the yards that the Bills had but they still lost today.

The reason the Panthers got blown away was due to Delhommes inability to control the ball, no matter how close they got to the end zone. Moore is similar to Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo.

Josh Freeman Era In Tampa Bay Begins

In the Buccaneers devastating loss against the Patriots across the big pond, the Buccaneers unleashed a new weapon. After a three interception effort second year pro Josh Johnson was benched in favor of rookie Josh Freeman.

The Buccaneers have a week eight bye and it would be the perfect time to make a quarterback change because Freeman would get an extra week to prepare. Freeman, the Buccaneers first round pick out of Kansas State, has the tools to develop into a Pro Bowl caliber player.

The Pewter Report is reporting that Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris has not yet decided if he will start Josh Johnson or Josh Freeman in week nine. Freeman threw four passes, two of which were completed for 16 yards.

Jets Lose Running Back For Rest Of 2009

Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk is reporting that New York Jets running back Leon Washington will miss the rest of the 2009 season. PFT is reporting that Washington fractured his fibula in their week seven showdown against the Oakland Raiders.

According to PFT, Washington will need surgery after the bone broke through his skin. Surgery is needed to prevent infection. Surgery will likely be preformed tonight or tomorrow. Washington was injured on a six yard run.

The New York Daily News is now reporting that Washington broke his right leg, more information should come later, when the team announces their injuries. Washington is seeking a new contract, which expires after the season.

Paris Lenon Named Rams Starting Linebacker

Bill Coats of the St. Louis Post Dispatch is reporting that the St. Louis Rams have named Paris Lenon their starting strongside linebacker. Lenon will replace Will Witherspoon, who was traded to the Eagles.

Lenon has been starting on the weakside where he has been filling in for David Vorboa, who was suspended for violating the substance abuse policy. Larry Grant will start on the weakside to replace Lenon.

Grant will start for the first time in his career on Sunday. He will be matched up against the top tight end in the NFL, Dallas Clark. Lenon has started all three linebacker positions in his career.

Marty B Almost Traded To Bengals

Chris Mortenson of ESPN.com is reporting that the Dallas Cowboys almost traded tight end Martellus Bennett to the Cincinatti Bengals. The Bengals need more hands at receiver where they lost reggie Kelly and Ben Utecht.

The Cowboys and Bengals did not make a trade in time for Tuesday's trade deadline. The Bengals apparently asked the Cowboys about Bennett on Tuesday, and the Cowboys rejected their offer.

Cowboys owner said that the Bengals offered at least one premium draft pick for Bennett. And of course Marty B responded on twitter.

"Ha the bengals tried to trade for me?ochocinco Marty b woulda been a ruckus. I love being a cowboy tho this is home I love this team."

Lions Lose End For Season, Sign Linebacker

The Detroit News is reporting that the Detroit Lions have placed defensive end Copeland Bryan on injured reserve, and signed free agent linebacker Vinny Ciurciu. Bryan sprained is MCL in his right knee.

Ciurcui will add depth at middle and outside linebacker, and will add stability to the Lions special teams. The Detroit Free Press is reporting that Ciurcui worked out as a fullback on Thursday, and that he could be used there until Jerome Felton recovers.

Ciurcui played fullback in college at Clemson before he converted to a linebacker at Boston College. Bryan spent time with the Buffalo Bills in 2008, and Ciurcui with the Carolina Panthers.