Archive for NFL News
Emmanuel Arceneaux Bonus Causes the Vikings Issues Under New Rules
Posted by: | CommentsBack in January, before the NFL lockout began, the Minnesota Vikings won a bidding war for the then BC Lion wide receiver Emmanuel Arceneaux. The Vikings showed so much confidence in Arceneaux that they signed the 23-year-old to a three-year deal that could be worth up to $1.8 million and included a signing bonus worth $75,000. Read More→
Report: NFL Could Begin Signing Rookies Tuesday…Benefits the CFL
Posted by: | CommentsThe NFL lockout appears to wrapping up today. Finally. By all reports, a vote on the deal by players will occur at some point today. And the league could be open for business as early as tomorrow. Read More→
NFL Lockout Could Be Close To Being Over, Good News For CFL Teams
Posted by: | CommentsOngoing talks have put an agreement on a new CBA between players and NFL owners on the fast track and a deal could be reached within the next 24 to 48 hours according to ESPN’s Sal Paolantonio and Chris Mortenson. Read More→
Detroit Lions Interested in Durant
Posted by: | CommentsRelax Rider fans. The Detroit Lions are reportedly interested in linebacker Justin Durant, the brother of Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Darian Durant. Read More→
Anquan Boldin’s Brother DJ Looking To Make A Name For Himself
Posted by: | CommentsAnquan Boldin has been one of the hottest receivers in the NFL. The name Boldin is known in football circles for piling up catches. Now his little brother D.J. is looking to add to the family reception total after making the Toronto Argonauts. Read More→
Andy Fantuz Working Out With Chicago Bears During NFL Lockout
Posted by: | CommentsNews that the Chicago Bears signed Andy Fantuz was a blow to the Saskatchewan Roughriders receiving core. It was also somewhat of a gamble for Fantuz as the NFL was headed into a lockout that would prevent players from working out with teams and coaches. Read More→
Alouettes Jerry Porter Tears Achilles Tendon
Posted by: | CommentsTwo high profile signings of former NFL players by the Montreal Alouettes are ending in similiar ways. After the release of Ahman Green due to an injury that kept him from passing his physical, receiver Jerry Porter has ruptured his Achilles tendon during training camp and will likely be released. Read More→
NCAA QB Terrell Pryor to the Riders?……Unlikely
Posted by: | CommentsThe Saskatchewan Roughriders have a high profile free agent quarterback on their negotiation list now that now left the NCAA. Terrelle Pryor has officially left Ohio State amidst controversy involving accepting benefits. Read More→
Montreal Alouettes Release Ahman Green
Posted by: | CommentsFormer Green Bay Packer running back Ahman Green agreed to terms with the Montreal Alouettes back in February amid much hype. The day before training camp was to begin, the Alouettes released Green after he failed his physical. An announcement from the team is expected later today. Read More→
Amid NFL Speculation, Ben McDaniels Joins Riders as Guest Coach
Posted by: | CommentsBen McDaniels, the NFL’s Denver Broncos former quarterback coach, is a guest coach with the Saskatchewan Roughriders during training camp. McDaniels is at camp working with Darien Durant and the other Rider quarterbacks. Read More→
