
| Posted: Wednesday July 26, 2006 9:51AM; Updated: Wednesday July 26, 2006 9:51AM
There is a huge rift between Jerry Porter, the Raiders' sometimes spectacular, often annoying and always baffling wide receiver, and Art Shell, the Hall of Fame tackle and coach. On Tuesday, Porter spelled it out succinctly. He and Shell aren't on the same page. Porter wants to be traded. -- San Francisco Chronicle The Broncos have been in contact with the Bears about trading disgruntled wide receiver Ashley Lelie, who skipped the team's offseason program, including a mandatory minicamp. -- Chicago Sun-Times Bill Cowher has elaborated on his cryptic comments regarding his continued tenure as head coach of the Steelers. "I'm not going to look too far down the road," Cowher said Monday night. He had fueled speculation about his future at the conclusion of the team's offseason program in June by characterizing his career with the Steelers as "year to year." -- Pittsburgh Tribune-Review According to Chargers GM A.J. Smith, no offers have arrived for LB Donnie Edwards, although New Orleans is said to be interested. Smith isn't actively shopping him. -- San Diego Union-Tribune After mulling his options for several days, Patriots No. 1 wide receiver Deion Branch decided last night he will not report to camp despite facing a $14,000-per-day fine. -- Boston Globe Michael Robinson's signing means the 49ers will have one of their most intriguing players ready at the start of training camp. Robinson played quarterback, wide receiver and running back at Penn State. He'll compete as a third-down running back once camp opens. Robinson impressed coaches with his fluid running style in minicamps. -- San Francisco Chronicle If the Redskins decide to keep David Patten, that leaves Santana Moss, Brandon Lloyd, Antwaan Randle El and special teams ace James Thrash on the active roster. But Taylor Jacobs could survive with a solid camp and if Patten attracts trade interest from a team desperate for a second or third receiver. -- Washington Times | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||