NFL fates hinge on 7 bounce-back veterans (SportingNews.com)
We have spent the last few months focusing on the NFL draft and free agency. However, many teams are counting on… [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Defense
With the NFL draft behind us, here's an updated look at the best available free agents from the defensive side of the ball. [Link]
Eagle's Post-Draft Mini-Camp Notes
The Eagles completed their first practices of the 2008 season over the weekend. Warnest.com's Andrew Pluta examines the Lito Sheppard situation, position battles and more story lines from mini-camp inside. [Link]
Best Available NFL Free Agents-Offense
Here's a post-draft look at the best available NFL free agents from the offensive side of the ball. [Link]
Eagles coach's son smuggled drugs into jail; faces 2 years
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid's son was sent to state prison after admitting he smuggled 89 prescription pills into a county jail. Garrett Reid pleaded guilty to drug smuggling charges on Wednesday and faces a minimum of two years in state prison. [Link]
Eagles coach's son admits smuggling drugs into jail
Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid's son was sent to state prison after admitting he smuggled 89 prescription pills into a county jail. Garrett Reid pleaded guilty to drug smuggling charges on Wednesday and faces a minimum of two years in state prison. The 25-year-old Reid, however, could be released earlier to a less restrictive facility if he is accepted into a drug-treatment program, Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman said. [Link]
Reid's son admits smuggling drugs into jail
A son of Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid is heading to state prison after admitting he smuggled narcotics into his Montgomery County Jail cell. Garrett Reid pleaded guilty to drug smuggling charges on Wednesday. The 25-year-old faces a minimum of two years in state prison. Jail officials say they found 89 pills in his cell. Reid is serving time in the county jail for a heroin-fueled car crash that injured a motorist. [Link]
Eagles coach's son admits smuggling drugs into jail (AP)
Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid's son was sent to state prison after admitting he smuggled 89 prescription pills into a county jail. Garrett Reid pleaded guilty to drug smuggling charges on Wednesday and faces a minimum of two years in state prison. The 25-year-old Reid, however, could be released earlier to a less restrictive facility if he is accepted into a drug-treatment program, Montgomery… [Link]
This NFL offseason has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL offseason? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
Vikings inserting bonus provision in new deals (Yahoo! Sports)
Jared Allen became the last acquisition to sign a deal that provides the team long-term financial protection. [Link]
This NFL off-season has been anything but uneventful
Who says nothing happens in the NFL off-season? Peter Schrager hands out some awards after a seriously hectic couple of months. [Link]
Five teams that could get over playoff hump
You can write off the Bengals, but Randy Hill isn't giving up. Cincy is one of his five surprise playoff picks for the 2008 season. [Link]
NFL Draft: 2009 Mock Draft
The 2008 NFL Draft is behind us, but it doesn't mean we can't have a little fun and take a look at the 2009 draft. Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber releases his first 2009 mock draft and includes draft-eligible underclassmen. [Link]
Sheppard reports for minicamp
Lito Sheppard reported for a mandatory minicamp Friday night, ending speculation that he might hold out until the Philadelphia Eagles trade him or give him a new contract. The two-time Pro Bowl cornerback landed on the trading block this offseason because he's unhappy with his contract. After the Eagles signed All-Pro cornerback Asante Samuel to a megadeal in March, it was assumed Sheppard would go elsewhere. [Link]
Pressing needs for every NFL team
The draft can't fix everything (see the Jets' and 49ers' QB quandaries). Alex Marvez runs down every team's pressing needs. [Link]
Lito Sheppard: Not talking with Jaguars
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Scout.com NFL Draft Report Card
Only five NFL teams earned an "A" in last weekend's NFL Draft according to former pro scout Tom Marino. Was your favorite team one of them? Or was it one of the handful who earned a failing grade? Check out Marino's grades for all 32 teams in this Scout.com feature. [Link]
On the Clock: 15 prospects for '09 NFL Draft
With the '08 draft in the books, who's ready for next year? Peter Schrager gives you his draft wrap, complete with names for '09. [Link]
Eagles Sign Three UDFA Receivers
The Eagles followed up the draft by bringing in three new wide receivers, while addressing a few other needs as well. Learn more about each player and how they might fit in with the team inside. [Link]
Eagles file suit against Owens for owned bonus money (Yahoo! Sports)
The Philadelphia Eagles sued Terrell Owens for bonus money he has not repaid the team. The suit for nearly… [Link]
Jaguars interested in making a deal for Philly's Sheppard (Yahoo! Sports)
There's still a good possibility that Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Lito Sheppard will be traded before this… [Link]
Eagles sue TO for bonus money
The Philadelphia Eagles sued their former wide receiver Terrell Owens for bonus money he has not repaid the team. The suit for nearly $770,000 was filed in U.S. District Court on Monday. Owens lost in arbitration earlier this year, a ruling calling him to repay $1.7 million in bonuses the team paid him when he played in Philadelphia in 2004 and '05. Neither the team nor Owens' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, returned phone calls from The Associated Press seeking comment. [Link]
10-pack: Booty could challenge Jackson in Minnesota (SportingNews.com)
Pro Football Talk.com's Mike Florio offers postdraft coverage. [Link]
2009 NFL Draft: Steuber's Big Board
With the 2008 NFL Draft complete, it's never too early to take a look at the top senior prospects that will be available for the 2009 NFL Draft. Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber debuts his Big Board of the Top 19 seniors who will be available in 2009. [Link]
Eagles sue T.O. for bonus money he hasn't paid
The Philadelphia Eagles sued their former wide receiver Terrell Owens for bonus money he has not repaid the team. The suit for nearly $770,000 was filed in U.S. District Court on Monday. Owens lost in arbitration earlier this year, a ruling calling him to repay $1.7 million in bonuses the team paid him when he played in Philadelphia in 2004 and '05. Neither the team nor Owens' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, returned phone calls from The Associated Press seeking comment. [Link]
Eagles sue TO for bonus money (AP)
The Philadelphia Eagles sued their former wide receiver Terrell Owens for bonus money he has not repaid the team. The suit for nearly $770,000 was filed in U.S. District Court on Monday. Owens lost in arbitration earlier this year, a ruling calling him to repay $1.7 million in bonuses the team paid him when he played in Philadelphia in 2004 and '05. [Link]
Jed Collins: Cougar signs with NFL club
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NFL Post-Draft Insider 1.0
Scout.com's NFL insider Adam Caplan gives you the inside skinny in what went behind the selections of eight teams in this post-draft update. Caplan also breaks down how some of drafted players will fit in with their new teams. [Link]
Andy Reid Press Conference
The Eagle's head coach talked about the draft, Lito Sheppard, and much more in a press conference yesterday. Read the transcript inside. [Link]
Eagles Add UDFA's
Now that the 2008 NFL Draft has come and gone, Philadelphia will get a chance to sign players whose names were not called during the two-day event. Find out what two undrafted free agents have already agreed to contracts with the Eagles inside. [Link]
Biggest surprises from 2008 Draft
Jeremy Shockey stayed put, Carolina passed on QBs and Cincy took some high-risk guys. See what else surprised Alex Marvez. [Link]
Philly's draft plan makes sense, but is McNabb happy? (Yahoo! Sports)
In an intellectual sense, in a football sense, the Philadelphia Eagles have done the correct thing here. [Link]
NFC grades: Redskins, Panthers earn high marks (Yahoo! Sports)
The two teams combined for 19 picks with plenty of potential starters on offense and defense. [Link]
NFL Draft Superlatives
Now that the NFL Draft is behind us, Scout.com's NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber hands out his Draft Superlatives. [Link]
Wrapping Up the Rest of the Draft
The Eagles finished up the second day of the 2008 NFL Draft by selecting four players in the final two rounds. Read on to find out what needs they addressed. [Link]
Handing out draft grades for NFC teams
Atlanta got its franchise QB in Matt Ryan. But did the Falcons earn a high grade from our NFL Czar? See how the entire NFC fared. [Link]
Talking With the Eagle's Second Round Picks
The Eagles selected DT Trevor Laws and WR DeSean Jackson on the first day of the 2008 draft. Find out what they have to say about their new team and more inside. [Link]
Fourth-Round Round Up
With three picks in the fourth round, the Eagles got to address many positions of need in the middle of the draft. [Link]
Eagles Select Bryan Smith in Third Round
After moving around a lot on the first day of the 2008 draft, the Eagles used their first pick of day-two to add another player on the defensive side of the ball. [Link]
NFL Draft: Day Two Best Available Prospects
Scout.com NFL Draft Analyst Chris Steuber lists his top-30 best available prospects on Day Two. [Link]
NFL Draft Dish: Round 7 analysis (SportingNews.com)
News, notes and observations of the 2008 NFL draft's seventh round. [Link]
Round 2: Philadelphia Selects WR Jackson
With Selection 18 in Round 2, Philadelphia selects WR DeSean Jackson, California. Learn more about this pick from Scout.com team and draft experts! [Link]
Round 2: Philadelphia Selects DT Trevor Laws
With Selection 16 in Round 2, Philadelphia selects DT Trevor Laws, Notre Dame. Learn more about this pick from Scout.com team and draft experts! [Link]
Quick impressions of the first day of the NFL draft (SportingNews.com)
The Chiefs' big day, the lack of trades involving established stars and a new receiver for Donavan McNabb are among the many nuggets from day one of the NFL draft. [Link]
Panthers take T Otah at No. 19 after trade with Eagles (PA SportsTicker)
The Carolina Panthers paid a hefty price tag for left tackle Jeff Otah. [Link]
Scout.com's Team-by-Team NFL Draft Tracker
Scout.com makes it easy for you to see where the 2008 NFL Draft prospects landed with our our team-by-team draft tracker. [Link]
Seven Points With RB Chris Johnson
RB Chris Johnson had visits with the Eagles, Titans, Buccaneers, Steelers, Falcons, Redskins, Rams, Cowboys and Cardinals. And he's developed a friendship with Cardinals RB Edgerrin James in recent months. Ed Thompson checked in with him this week for this exclusive Scout.com interview. [Link]
NFL Draft Q&A: Darrell Blackman
With his special teams returns skills and his ability as a wide receiver, it's no wonder that teams like the Jaguars, Eagles, Giants, Browns, Saints, Chiefs, Cardinals, Vikings, and Cowboys have shown interest in him in recent weeks. Learn more about him in this exclusive interview with Scout.com's Ed Thompson. [Link]
Lito should shuffle out of Philadelphia today (Yahoo! Sports)
All the speculation finally becomes something more Saturday when the NFL draft begins at 3 p.m. [Link]
Friday Night's NFL Draft Buzz
Scout.com's Ed Thompson has visits and team interest info on 15 players on the eve of draft weekend. Get the scoop on players like Eddie Royal, Keenan Burton, Steve Justice, Darrell Robertson, Terrence Wheatley and many more talented players you'll be seeing selected this weekend during the NFL Draft. [Link]
