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Chiefs Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:47:48 PDT

They went through three kickers in 2007 without falling in love with any of them.

Maybe it's not surprising then, to see the Chiefs looking at three more lightly known candidates for their kicker's job in 2008.

After a year in which Kansas City cut '07 fifth-round draft pick Justin Medlock after one game, then tried to get by with Dave Rayner and aging John Carney, the Chiefs will take a look at two other NFL castoffs and an undrafted rookie in 2008.

The leading contender, if NFL experience is any factor, would appear to be Billy Cundiff, who played on and off for four seasons with Dallas (2002-05). He is best known for kicking a then-record seven field goals in a Monday night game against the Giants in 2003.

Jones, Seahawks embrace change (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 15 May 2008 10:04:00 PDT

Julius Jones is just one of the new parts in an overhauled running game for the Seahawks.

Doctors back Ditka's Gridiron Greats (AP)

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:29:25 PDT

Mike Ditka gained some important support in his bid to help players who are now ailing in retirement. Doctors in Arizona and Pennsylvania announced on Tuesday that they are donating medical care to those in need through the Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund. "The game today is not what it is today because of the people today," said Ditka, the group's most vocal member.

Research could lead to fewer turf-related injuries (AP)

Sat, 10 May 2008 10:24:14 PDT

He's a 25-year-old mechanical engineer who hasn't rushed a yard in his life. But the machine Seth Kuhlman built could provide the NFL with some of the most comprehensive information available on how and why turf-related injuries occur, and if changes in footwear or artificial turf could result in fewer injuries for NFL players.

New crop of wide receivers ready to take over (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 10 May 2008 09:17:09 PDT

The crop of thirtysomething wide receivers is moving past its prime. It's time to get to know these six receivers, all of which are 25 and under.

NFL fates hinge on 7 bounce-back veterans (SportingNews.com)

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:06:22 PDT

We have spent the last few months focusing on the NFL draft and free agency. However, many teams are counting on...

Vikings inserting bonus provision in new deals (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 07 May 2008 10:53:00 PDT

Jared Allen became the last acquisition to sign a deal that provides the team long-term financial protection.

Undrafted rookies audition in KC (AP)

Fri, 02 May 2008 18:14:09 PDT

If only the national championship he won at Florida had made Chris Leak 4 inches taller. Then maybe the 6-foot quarterback wouldn't have spent Friday in a cramped and stuffy indoor facility working out with about 70 other hopefuls, longshots and draft day also-rans. Practicing in the morning and again in the afternoon, all were chasing the same dream.

10-pack: Booty could challenge Jackson in Minnesota (SportingNews.com)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 09:16:10 PDT

Pro Football Talk.com's Mike Florio offers postdraft coverage.

Chiefs' picks say hello (AP)

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 02:45:05 PDT

Glenn Dorsey and Branden Albert jumped into a limo Monday and struck up an instant friendship. Just a few hours after meeting for the first time, the Kansas City Chiefs' two first-round picks were presented to the media, standing shoulder-to-shoulder and grinning ear-to-ear while holding up a "No. 1" jersey as cameras clicked and whirred.

Chiefs emerge as draft-day winner with steal of Dorsey (PA SportsTicker)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 07:56:23 PDT

The Kansas City Chiefs were bound to catch a break after last season. Few people figured they would catch the biggest - and one of the most talented - breaks in the NFL draft.

AFC grades: Top marks for Pats, Steelers, Raiders (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:14:00 PDT

Darren McFadden figures to be a huge boost for Oakland's offense and QB JaMarcus Russell.

Waiting game ends for Dixon (Yahoo! Sports)

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 14:06:00 PDT

Dennis Dixon felt slighted earlier in the fifth round but rejoiced after getting drafted by the Steelers.

Falcons pass on Dorsey, take big risk on Matt Ryan (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 22:56:37 PDT

The Falcons have put the future of their franchise in the hands of Matt Ryan. Glenn Dorsey would have been the wiser selection with the No. 2 overall pick.

Quick impressions of the first day of the NFL draft (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 22:46:03 PDT

The Chiefs' big day, the lack of trades involving established stars and a new receiver for Donavan McNabb are among the many nuggets from day one of the NFL draft.

NFL draft winners and losers (Yahoo! Sports)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 18:56:00 PDT

The Jaguars came out of the draft's first day looking good. Same can't be said for Vince Young.

Chiefs grab linemen in first round (AP)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:36:01 PDT

The Kansas City Chiefs started their big draft with big men. First, they used the fifth overall selection to grab Glenn Dorsey, a 297-pound All-American defensive lineman who helped lead LSU to the national championship. Then they swapped their 17th pick of the first round to Detroit to inch up two spots and take Virginia offensive lineman Branden Albert, a 316-pounder who can play both tackle and...

DT Dorsey goes to Chiefs with fifth pick (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 17:25:56 PDT

Glenn Dorsey apparently was too good for the Kansas City Chiefs to pass on.

NFL Draft First-Round Selections (AP)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 16:42:46 PDT

The first-round picks in Saturday NFL draft: 1) Miami Dolphins -- JAKE LONG, 6-7, 315, Michigan, OT: Bulldozer of a tackle in the run game who can also be a solid insurance policy for any franchise QB. Has the strength to move the pile and aggressiveness and smarts to clear out second-level blockers.

Is a rookie salary cap coming? (AP)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 16:41:42 PDT

Jake Long had a big grin on his face as he slipped the ceremonial hat of his new team on his head. With good reason, because the Miami Dolphins had already agreed to pay the top draft pick at least $30 million before he ever played a down in the NFL. Glenn Dorsey couldn't stop smiling either after the Kansas City Chiefs made him an instant millionaire-to-be with the No.

Chiefs go big, select Dorsey, Albert in first roun (Rivals.com)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:08:00 PDT

Chiefs trade up to take G Albert at No. 15 (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 13:55:21 PDT

The Kansas City Chiefs evidently were willing to trade up in order to land guard Branden Albert.

NFL draft questions: Potential picks, slides, trades and more (SportingNews.com)

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:06:06 PDT

Here are seven questions I can't wait to see answered during this weekend's NFL draft.

32 Questions: Draft edition (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:57:00 PDT

This weekend's draft will have little effect on team rankings.

Seven players, seven smart draft-day trades (SportingNews.com)

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:06:39 PDT

It's fun to play GM, and that's why pro football pundits and fans love doing mock drafts. But why stop at just predicting the picks? Why not some "mock trading" while we're at it?

DRAFT 2008: NFL Draft Team Capsules (AP)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:29:53 PDT

1. MIAMI DOLPHINS (1-15)= LAST SEASON: The worst season in franchise history, including an 0-13 start, led to the Dolphins' fourth coaching change since 2004. New football czar Bill Parcells brought in coach Tony Sparano and general manager Jeff Ireland, both from the Dallas Cowboys. THEY NEED: Name a position.

Chiefs trade Allen to Vikings (AP)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:23:36 PDT

Four years ago this week, Jared Allen was an unknown defensive lineman at Division I-AA Idaho State projected to be little more than a long snapper in the NFL. On Wednesday, the former fourth-round draft pick became the richest defensive player in the league, and is viewed as one of the missing pieces that could propel the Minnesota Vikings into the NFC's elite.

Vikings reach deal to acquire DE Allen (PA SportsTicker)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:45:51 PDT

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (Ticker) - The Minnesota Vikings bolstered their defense Wednesday, acquiring Pro Bowl end Jared Allen from the Kansas City Chiefs for a first-round pick and two third-round selections.

Chiefs didn't have to lose Jared Allen (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:36:18 PDT

Sure, the Chiefs gained a lot in trading Jared Allen to the Vikings. But they also lost a premier pass rusher, and the situation could easily have been avoided.

Law set to sign with Patriots? (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 08:57:49 PDT

FOX25 television in Boston is reported the New England Patriots are close to a deal that would bring cornerback...