Smith says Falcons first-round draft pick Jerry has mild knee sprain, misses practiceMay 11th, 2009 Falcons' top pick has mild knee sprainFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says first-round draft pick Peria Jerry has a mild right knee sprain.
Knee injury sidelines Patriots third-round pick Tyrone McKenzie for 2009 seasonMay 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.
Bengals cut ties with OT Jones, terminating contract of former first-round pickMay 6th, 2009 Bengals terminate contrac of OT Levi JonesCINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bengals have parted ways with Levi Jones, terminating the contract of their starting offensive tackle and former first-round pick. The move Wednesday was expected.
Vikings draft pick Harvin hospitalized with dehydration, swine flu ruled outMay 1st, 2009 Vikings draft pick Harvin hospitalized in AtlantaEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Percy Harvin has been hospitalized due to severe dehydration
Coach Brad Childress says Harvin became ill Thursday on a flight to Atlanta.
Indianapolis adds running back with its 1st pick in NFL draftApril 26th, 2009 Colts select UConn's Brown in 1st round of draftINDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have selected running back Donald Brown of Connecticut in the first round of the NFL draft. Brown was the 27th overall pick on Saturday.
Chicago Bears leave first day of draft with no choice after trade with SeattleApril 26th, 2009 Bears trade 2nd-round pick to SeattleLAKE FOREST, Ill. — The Chicago Bears traded away their second-round pick in the NFL draft, leaving them without a selection on Saturday.
NFL DRAFT: Lions make Matthew Stafford the No. 1 pick in NFL draft, Jets trade to get SanchezApril 26th, 2009 Lions take Stafford with top pick; Sanchez to JetsNEW YORK — Matthew Stafford's mission is daunting: Lead the Detroit Lions back from the only 0-16 season in NFL history. Mark Sanchez has nearly as big a challenge: He'll compete to replace Brett Favre.
Houston Texans choose OLB Brian Cushing with 15th pick in NFL draftApril 26th, 2009 Texans pick USC LB Cushing in 1st roundHOUSTON — The Houston Texans have selected outside linebacker Brian Cushing with the 15th pick in the NFL draft, giving them a talented player to join star DeMeco Ryans. The Southern California standout could help a team that had the third-most potent offense in the league last year, but a defense that ranked 22nd and allowed more than 336 yards per game.
Cowboys trade 2nd-round pick to Bills, leaving them without a selection on NFL draft's 1st dayApril 26th, 2009 Cowboys trade 2nd-round draft pick to BillsIRVING, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys traded their second-round pick Saturday, leaving them without a selection on the first day of the NFL draft. The Buffalo Bills acquired the 51st pick from the Cowboys in exchange for third- and fourth-round picks, the 75th and 110th selections.
Mangini has busy first round, makes 3 deals before taking center at No. 21April 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.
Bengals take OT Andre Smith, fill biggest need with lineman who has a few big questionsApril 25th, 2009 Bengals take OT Andre Smith in first roundCINCINNATI — After watching quarterback Carson Palmer get beat up last season, the Cincinnati Bengals used their first-round pick on offensive tackle Andre Smith, filling their biggest need with a lineman who has some of the biggest questions. The junior from Alabama was one of the best blockers available, but gave some teams a fright when he left the combine early.
Rams opt for safe bet, selecting Baylor's Jason Smith with second pick of NFL draft.April 25th, 2009 Rams take Baylor's Smith with second pick in draftST. LOUIS — The St.
Redskins owner Snyder says team won't trade next year's No. 1 draft choiceApril 25th, 2009 Snyder: Redskins won't trade 2010 1st-round pickASHBURN, Va. — Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder says his team will not trade its first-round pick in 2010 in an attempt to move up Saturday in the NFL draft.
NFL to look into teams announcing draft picks on Web sites and TwitterApril 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.
NFL Draft: Lions say chances are 'very good' they will have deal with No. 1 pick before draftApril 21st, 2009 Lions expect deal with top pick before draft dayALLEN PARK, Mich. — Lions general manager Martin Mayhew says the chances are very good Detroit will have a deal done with the No.