February 28th, 2008 
Matt Loede 
Posted in As has been the case the past few seasons, the Browns are usually quick to strike in the free agent market, but reports are coming in right now that state their first move to upgrade this offseason is going to come via trade. Washington Post writer Jason La Canfora is reporting the following about a [...]
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Packers Sign OL Joe Toledo
The Pack made a minor roster move today, signing offensive lineman Joe Toledo. He played his college ball at Washington, but only started six games in college, and has not played an NFL game in two seasons due to being hurt. He was drafted in the 4th round of the 2006 draft by the Dolphins. [...]
Whoops! Packers Official Site Says Favre Retiring
Brett Favre’s retirement lore is becoming almost as popular as his on-the-field heroics. On Thursday, the Packers’ official Web site briefly reported he was retiring, but the page under the breaking news section was live for only a few minutes. “There’s nothing to it,” Packers spokesman Jeff Blumb told The Associated Press. “People who handle [...]
CEO Murphy Thinks Favre Will Be Back
New Packers’ CEO Mark Murphy says he expects Brett Favre to return for one more season. Murphy spoke at a luncheon for the Milwaukee Press Club on Wednesday. He said Packer officials expect Brett’s decision this week sometime. He said his guess is that Favre will come back.
Franks Getting Feelers From Other Teams
After the Packers cut Bubba Franks, it didn’t take long for other NFL organizations to come sniffing around this week. Franks’ agent says Franks has several meetings scheduled for next week, and hopes to have a new deal soon.
Franks Gone; Williams Slapped with Franchise Tag
The Packers released eight-year veteran Bubba Franks on Wednesday. They also slapped defensive tackle Corey Williams with the franchise tag. As a franchise player, Williams can negotiate with other teams. However, if a team signs him to a deal and the Packers don’t match the offer, that team has to give up two first-round picks.
Scouts Inc. Points Out Five Packers Needs This Offseason
Cornerback — Green Bay’s defense was very solid in 2007, but clearly the CB position needs some fresh legs. Both Charles Woodson and Al Harris still have ability, but their skills are diminishing. The aggressive, press-up scheme the Packers play on the outside puts enormous pressure on the cornerback position, and both players were somewhat [...]
ESPN’s Joyner Calls Driver Overrated
ESPN columnist K.C. Joyner says that Pack wide out Donald Driver is Overrated in his latest column. Here are his thoughts in regards to Driver. Donald Driver, WR, Green Bay — He tied for 17th in the league in receptions, was 20th in receiving yards and was 21st in receiving yards per game. Four other [...]
