Browns acquire linebacker Bo Ruud off waivers from Patriots

September 8th, 2009 LA County opposes waivers for NFL stadiumLOS ANGELES — Lobbyists for Los Angeles County are working against state legislation that would ease environmental and planning regulations to make way for a proposed 75,000-seat professional football stadium in the city of Industry. Supervisor Gloria Molina said Tuesday that developers might seek a change in state law to exempt the planning, construction and operation of the proposed stadium and entertainment complex from the California Environment Quality Act.

May 13th, 2009 AP NewsBreak: LB Jason Taylor rejoins DolphinsMIAMI — Jason Taylor has rejoined the Miami Dolphins. The 34-year-old linebacker signed a $1.5 million, one-year contract Wednesday with Miami, said his agent, Gary Wichard.

May 9th, 2009 Saints draft pick tears Achilles' tendonMETAIRIE, La. — New Orleans Saints rookie linebacker Stanley Arnoux ruptured his left Achilles' tendon Friday in the first of five rookie minicamp practices.

May 8th, 2009 Patriots draft pick McKenzie out for seasonBOSTON — New England Patriots third-round draft pick Tyrone McKenzie will miss the 2009 season with a torn ligament in his right knee. The outside linebacker from South Florida tore his anterior cruciate ligament during rookie minicamp on Saturday and will be sidelined for the year, a person familiar with the injury said Wednesday night on condition of anonymity because the team did not make an announcement.

May 6th, 2009 Patriots sign safety Brandon McGowanFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have signed safety Brandon McGowan, who became an unrestricted free agent after four seasons with the Chicago Bears.

May 5th, 2009 Patriots sign 3 players from NavyFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have signed eight players, including three from Navy will likely won't be available immediately.

May 1st, 2009 Hard-hitting Chung would welcome Harrison's helpFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Patrick Chung loves to smack opponents to the ground.

April 30th, 2009 Broncos sign LB Nick Greisen, waive FB PinnockENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos have signed veteran linebacker Nick Greisen and released fullback Andrew Pinnock.

April 30th, 2009 Patriots obtain TE Smith from BuccaneersFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have obtained tight end Alex Smith from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

April 30th, 2009 Patriots release LB Bo RuudFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have released linebacker Bo Ruud (ROOD), who spent his entire rookie season on the team's injured reserve list.

April 28th, 2009 Texas Tech QB Harrell to work with BrownsCLEVELAND — After going undrafted, Texas Tech quarterback Graham Harrell has agreed to attend the Cleveland Browns' rookie minicamp this weekend. The record-setting passer does not have a contract with the team.

April 27th, 2009 Is he a good pick? Depends on who picks himNEW YORK — In college football there's a theory, supported by some solid evidence, that a high school player's rating is influenced by the schools recruiting him. A player can go from a three-star prospect to four stars when Urban Meyer shows up at his door.

April 26th, 2009 Browns trade down 3 times, select center at No. 21BEREA, Ohio — The Cleveland Browns made three trades in the first round of the NFL draft before finally taking California center Alex Mack at No.

April 24th, 2009 NFL to look into team draft announcementsNEW YORK — The NFL will look into teams revealing their draft picks on their Web sites and through Twitter even before commissioner Roger Goodell might have announced the selections. The San Diego Chargers plan to post their picks this weekend on their Web site as soon as they hand in the name card.

April 23rd, 2009 Giants acquire OT Andrew Carnahan on waiversEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants have signed offensive tackle Andrew Carnahan off waivers.