Fantasy Football Whiz - Rumor Mill http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:04:37 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/images/M_images/rss.png http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com Fantasy Football Whiz - Rumor Mill http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200802182465/News/Rumor-Mill/Eagles-Give-CB-Sheppard-Permission-To-Seek-Trade.html The NFL Network is reporting that the Philadelphia Eagles have given cornerback Lito Sheppard permission to seek a trade. Mon, 18 Feb 2008 16:51:31 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200802152455/News/Rumor-Mill/Chiefs-To-Cut-CB-Law-LB-Bell-WR-Kennison-S-Wesley-TE-Dunn.html According to the Kansas City Star, several veteran players are currently on the Chiefs' chopping block. The Star reports that the team is considering releasing cornerback Ty Law, linebacker Kendrell Bell, receiver Eddie Kennison, safety Greg Wesley, and tight end Jason Dunn. On Friday, the team also released guard John Welbourn. Starting center Casey Weigmann and part-time starting offensive lineman Kyle... Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:37:42 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200711112143/News/Rumor-Mill/Chiefs-RB-Johnson-Out-for-Week-11.html NBC's Peter King is reporting that Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson looking to miss Week 11 due to his injured foot. As this has not been announced by the team, it should be presumed that King has found out this information from someone close to the situation. King is usually right on the money on these things, and I... Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:09:51 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200711102139/News/Rumor-Mill/Griese-On-a-Short-Leash.html According to the Chicago Tribune (http://chicagosports.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/cs-071109bearsqb,1,902839.story?coll=cs-bears-headlines) , the Chicago Bears may be keeping quarterback Brian Griese on a very short leash this weekend. Head coach Lovie Smith stated during the bye week that he was looking to shake up the offensive side of the ball and sending quarterback Rex Grossman back into the fire is looking to be one... Sat, 10 Nov 2007 23:43:07 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200711072127/News/Rumor-Mill/Vilma-Out-2-Years.html Jonathan Vilma will undergo surgery to repair his injured knee today, and according to one orthopedic surgeon, it could be two years before he's back to full-speed. Dr. Johnny Benjamin, chief of orthopedic surgery at Indian River Medical Center in Vero Beach, Fla., and a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, said the Jets likely wouldn't have placed Vilma... Wed, 07 Nov 2007 08:21:40 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200711032088/News/Rumor-Mill/Titans-RB-Henry-Headed-for-Suspension.html According to Adam Schefter of NFL.com, Tennessee Titans running back Chris Henry is looking at a four-game suspension for testing positive for an unspecified substance. Wow, Henry gets the opportunity to prove that he can compete at the professional level and decides to screw it up by messing with NFL banned substances. Will these young kids ever really learn? Oh... Sat, 03 Nov 2007 00:31:34 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200711032087/News/Rumor-Mill/RB-Dillon-To-Return-to-New-England.html According to reports from NFL.com's Adam Schefler, running back Corey Dillon is receptive to the idea of returning to the New England Patriots this season. He has also stated that he might consider the Green Bay Packers as a home, as he is wanting to get with a team that is appearing to be on their way to the playoffs. Corey... Sat, 03 Nov 2007 00:27:27 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200710151937/News/Rumor-Mill/WR-Hackett-To-Return-In-Week-7.html Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren says WR DJ Hackett could return in week 7 against the Rams. If he can practice all week, he may be returning against a good match-up with St. Louis. With Deion Branch still out he could find himself with plenty of chances on his return. Mon, 15 Oct 2007 15:01:09 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200710041835/News/Rumor-Mill/Falcons-RB-Norwood-To-See-More-Carries.html According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Falcons' running backs coach Ollie Wilson and head coach Bobby Petrino said that running back Jerious Norwood "has to" get more touches in the team's run game. Norwood has performed well in relief of Warrick Dunn. It's not certain whether this increase in his carries means a decrease to Warrick Dunn's role in the offense. Thu, 04 Oct 2007 16:53:26 +0100 http://fantasyfootballwhiz.com/index.php/200710031830/News/Rumor-Mill/Titans-May-Deactivate-TE-Troupe.html Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean notes that there may be a shake-up coming at the tight end position for the Tennessee Titans. Ben Troupe, whose name has been called several times when the Titans least wanted to hear it during a game, and has yet to register a reception on the season, may find himself a healthy inactive on Sunday.... Wed, 03 Oct 2007 21:28:19 +0100