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Steve Corkran of The Oakland Tribune has reported that after a face-to-face meeting between No. 1 pick JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders, negotiations have improved and the sides are “knocking away” at a deal. Russell, the first selection in the 2007 NFL draft, is the only remaining rookie holdout. Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Wednesday that Russell and … Continue reading
According to Sirius NFL Radio, Chiefs holdout RB Larry Johnson has agreed, in principle, to a six-year, $45 million deal with the team. The deal includes $19 million in guaranteed money, according to Jay Glazer of FOXSports.com. The six-year deal replaces Johnson’s final year in his rookie contract and will keep him with the Chiefs through 2012. … Continue reading
Adam Schefter of NFL Network has reported that holdout DL Michael Strahan may return to the New York Giants training camp as early as Thursday, just as the Giants break camp. Aug. 20 – 11:51 p.m. et
The Kansas City Star is reporting that a deal with running back Larry Johnson and the Kansas City Chiefs could be struck as early as this week. Multiple sources told The Star that the two sides have narrowed their financial differences, and that Johnson could be signed and game-ready for the Chiefs third preseason game Aug. 23. … Continue reading
Adam Schefter of NFL Network is reporting that the Kansas City Chiefs and holdout RB Larry Johnson have made “major progress” in talks concerning a long-term contract extension. According to Schefter, per Profootballtalk, the two sides have engaged in serious discussions last week and made progress Saturday. Talks are said to continue this week with the hope … Continue reading
According to ESPN.com, Kansas City Chiefs RB Priest Holmes said that if holdout RB Larry Johnson doesn’t want the starting spot in the backfield, that he’ll take it. “Somebody has to get the money,” Holmes was quoted on ESPN.com. “Hey, if L.J. wants to leave the money out there, guess I’m going to take it. … Continue reading
Chiefs RB Priest Holmes ran through some post-practice drills Monday wearing a helmet and shoulder pads but didn’t appear to be ready for contact. Holmes still hasn’t taken a practice carry during training camp and likely won’t see preseason action for at least a week or so. According to Josh Looney (don’t let the name … Continue reading
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