Vince Young, Kyle Orton, Reggie Bush, Seattle Seahawks, Eagles, Miami Dolphins:"Tennessee Titans finally release Vince Young"

Vince Young, Kyle Orton, Reggie Bush, Seattle Seahawks, Eagles, Miami Dolphins:"Tennessee Titans finally release Vince Young"

Letting quarterback Vince Young go was a move the Tennessee Titans intended to make all the way back in February. They just made it official on the first day they were allowed to do so. According to an ESPN report, Young was released Thursday.

Young had many ups and downs during his time in Tennessee after being drafted third overall in 2006. At his best, he was a dynamic, mobile quarterback who helped the team compile a 30-17 record as a starter. But attitude issues and an injury led to a falling out with former coach Jeff Fisher. Even with Fisher leaving and Mike Munchak stepping in, it didn't change Young's status with the team.

The move completes the Titans' overhaul at quarterback. They used a first-round pick on former Washington star Jake Locker in April, and Kerry Collins announced his retirement three weeks ago. On Wednesday, the team agreed to a three-year deal with former Seahawks starter Mass Hasselbeck, who will take over as the starter and be a mentor to Locker, the future starter.

Despite his success as a starter when he’s on his game, Young will likely need to latch on as a project backup with another team. The Bills, Dolphins and Eagles had all been rumored as possible destinations earlier in the offseason. Read More

Philadelphia Eagles should part ways with most free agents: Fan opinion | Philadelphia Eagles, Eagles, NFL, Atlanta Braves, Braves, Donovan Mcnabb

Philadelphia Eagles should part ways with most free agents: Fan opinion | Philadelphia Eagles, Eagles, NFL, Atlanta Braves, Braves, Donovan Mcnabb

After one day of business in the 2011 offseason, we still don't know what free agents the Philadelphia Eagles will sign as part of their big 2011 season. But we do know that they are passing on their own free agents.

The Eagles have said that they will not resign any of their own free agents, including Stewart Bradley(notes) and Quintin Mikell(notes). Reports have since emerged saying that it is premature to say that they won't resign any of those players. But as an Eagles fan, it should come as no surprise if the team decides to part ways with these players. I think this might be a sign that they are serious about making a splash in 2011.

While we wait to see what we get for Kevin Kolb(notes) and what free agents ink deals in Philadelphia, these moves may have been under the radar. But none of the departed players will really be missed. Bradley was once going to be a franchise player at middle linebacker. However, an ACL injury ruined his 2009 season. An injury also ended his 2010 season after a mediocre start.

It became clear that Bradley would not be back. The same can be said of Mikell. While he does have talent, Mikell wasn't good enough to be a starting safety. Other players that the Eagles won't resign include Nick Cole(notes) Max Jean-Gilles(notes). Both players have had significant playing time, but both were expendable. Jean-Gilles gave good depth on the offensive line, but it should come as no shock that he was let go. The Eagles are trying to reshape an offensive line that has become a joke in recent seasons. Jerome Harrison(notes) is also gone, meaning the Eagles have one less running back on the depth chart. That could lead to some interesting moves. Read More

Atlanta Braves: After 19 innings, Atlanta Braves nip Pirates | Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, Nfl, Braves, Kyle Orton

Atlanta Braves: After 19 innings, Atlanta Braves nip Pirates | Atlanta Falcons, Philadelphia Eagles, Nfl, Braves, Kyle Orton

ulio Lugo scored from third base on a contested play at the plate, giving the Atlanta Braves a 4-3 win in 19 innings over the Pittsburgh Pirates early this morning.

The game, which ended at 1:50 a.m., was the longest in Turner Field history and matched the longest in the major leagues this season. At 6 hours, 39 minutes, it was the longest by time for both teams.

Lugo took off on Scott Proctor's grounder to third baseman Pedro Alvarez, whose throw to catcher Michael McKenry easily beat Lugo to the plate.

Lugo tried to avoid McKenry's tag with a pop-up slide. Replays indicated McKenry made the tag, but home plate umpire Jerry Meals called Lugo safe.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle argued the call vigorously, following Meals off the field as the Braves celebrated.

Phillies 7, Giants 2: Rookie right-hander Vance Worley threw a three-hitter and Chase Utley hit an inside-the-park homer to lead Philadelphia to a victory over San Francisco.

Worley (7-1) had five strikeouts and one walk, and has allowed two earned runs or less in 11 of his 13 career starts. It was Worley's fifth straight win.

Mets 8, Reds 6: Jason Pridie put New York ahead with a two-run double, and the Mets took advantage of one of Cincinnati's worst defensive performances of the season.

The Mets scored six unearned runs off Johnny Cueto (6-4) with the help of three errors, matching the Reds' high for a game.

Brewers 3, Cubs 2: Ryan Braun doubled in a run, Casey McGehee added a two-run triple and Milwaukee's bullpen tossed four scoreless innings.

Cardinals 3, Astros 1: Albert Pujols hit a two-run homer in the first inning for St. Louis and Jake Westbrook made it hold up with six innings of one-run ball.

Diamondbacks 6, Padres 1: Joe Saunders came within one out of a shutout and Justin Upton and Kelly Johnson drove in two runs each for Arizona.

Dodgers 3, Rockies 1: Clayton Kershaw won his fourth straight start and Matt Kemp drove in two runs in Los Angeles' fourth consecutive victory.

Kershaw (12-4) threw a career-high 125 pitches, allowing two runs and eight hits and striking out six.

AMERICAN LEAGUE

YANKEES 4, MARINERS 1: Seattle flailed away helplessly against CC Sabathia in their 17th straight loss, managing only one hit and striking out 18 times overall against New York.

Sabathia (15-5) did not allow a baserunner until Brendan Ryan singled with one out in the seventh inning in beating Seattle for the seventh consecutive start. He struck out 14 of the 25 batters he faced, seven in a row at one point.

The Mariners are four shy of matching the Baltimore Orioles' American League-record 21-game losing streak to start the 1988 season. The 1961 Phillies dropped 23 straight for the modern major league mark.

Twins 9, Rangers 8: Joe Mauer drove in the go-ahead run with a pinch hit double off closer Neftali Feliz in a two-run ninth and Minnesota bounced back from Monday night's 20-6 rout by the Rangers.

The Twins trailed 8-7 when they put runners on second and third off Feliz (0-2) on Delmon Young's single and Jim Thome's pinch double.

Angels 2, Indians 1: Jered Weaver earned his eighth straight win as Mark Trumbo doubled home two runs and the Angels defeated the Indians.

Weaver (14-4) gave up one run over seven innings - a home run by Matt LaPorta in the seventh - and lowered his ERA to 1.79, best in the majors. In going 8-0 in 12 starts since May 23, he has a 1.27 ERA over 92 1-3 innings.

Red Sox 13, Royals 9: David Ortiz had four hits and five RBIs, and Dustin Pedroia had four of Boston's 16 hits to lead the Red Sox to a victory over the Royals, their 18th win in 22 games.

Hours after the teams took a 1-1 pitcher's duel into the 14th inning and finished up at 1:59 a.m., they combined for 31 hits and 22 runs against nine pitchers - including Royals outfielder Mitch Maier, who threw a scoreless inning.

Tigers 5, White Sox 4: Justin Verlander got his 14th win and Wilson Betemit had a two-out, go-ahead single in the eighth inning as the Tigers beat the White Sox and increased their lead in the AL Central.

Verlander (14-5), beaten by the White Sox 11 days ago in Detroit, allowed four runs and seven hits in eight innings.

Athletics 6, Rays 1: Cliff Pennington had three hits to remain the hottest hitter in the major leagues since the All-Star break, Brandon McCarthy pitched eight innings and the Athletics beat the Rays. Read More

Minnesota Vikings, Donovan Mcnabb, Kyle Orton, Vikings, Matt Hasselbeck, Denver Broncos:"Is QB McNabb headed to the Vikings?"

Minnesota Vikings, Donovan Mcnabb, Kyle Orton, Vikings, Matt Hasselbeck, Denver Broncos:"Is QB McNabb headed to the Vikings?"

Is QB McNabb headed to the Vikings? - Once again, rumors are swirling about the Minnesota Vikings signing a veteran quarterback to be a crucial missing piece for a playoff run.

Only this time, the QB in question isn’t Brett Favre.

Media reports Tuesday suggested that the Vikings are pursuing veteran quarterback Donovan McNabb, who has a fractured relationship with his current team, the Washington Redskins.

ESPN reported that the Vikings were among the few teams to talk with Washington about acquiring McNabb.

NFL.com’s Jason La Canfora reported that the Vikings and Redskins had developed the “parameters” of a deal for McNabb, but a sticking point to any agreement would be restructuring McNabb’s contract. ESPN reported that Minnesota can’t make a deal with the Redskins without first coming to an agreement with McNabb.

Why might the Vikings be looking at McNabb? They drafted quarterback Christian Ponder in the first round in April to be their quarterback of the future, but he missed crucial months of practice during the months-long NFL lockout.

With Favre and Tarvaris Jackson gone or soon-to-be gone, untested Joe Webb is the only other quarterback on the roster — thus the need for McNabb or another veteran QB to step in and provide leadership at the very least, and perhaps fill the starting role.

McNabb was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1999 and led them to the Super Bowl in the 2004-05 season. He was traded to Washington before last season, but was benched during the season.

ESPN reported Tuesday, citing unnamed sources, that the Vikings have reached an agreement for a one-year contract with former Chicago wide receiver Devin Aromashodu. Read More

Miami Dolphins, Baltimore Ravens, Redskins, Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers:"With lockout over, Miami Dolphins’ Stephen Ross must deliver on promise"

Miami Dolphins, Baltimore Ravens, Redskins, Steelers, Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers:"With lockout over, Miami Dolphins’ Stephen Ross must deliver on promise"

The NFL has settled its unsettling labor dispute, and now we can finally look forward to a new football season. Awesome, right?

No doubt!

But before the Dolphins fan can dig the face paint out of the cabinet, get on the phone with the ticket office or order that TV package — before the ardent fan looks ahead to the 2011 season — you need to remember last season for a moment.

You need to remember January.

You need to go back because that’s when the sting was still fresh and your ire was still burning at just the right temperature. You weren’t ready to settle for just any kind of football then simply because it was, well, football.

You need to go back to January because the trip should give today’s joy and excitement about the coming football season some needed perspective.

Back then, Dolphins owner Stephen Ross told you he would deliver a winner. Promised it, practically. You need to remember that promise and hold him to it.

Ross told you what had happened during 2010, especially during a 1-7 home skid, was not going to repeat and that big changes were afoot.

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Philadelphia Eagles; Eagles will start Lehigh Camp on July 27: Fan reaction | NFL

Philadelphia Eagles; Eagles will start Lehigh Camp on July 27: Fan reaction | NFL

The Philadelphia Eagles will open training camp on Wednesday, July 27. Team activities will begin one day earlier when the Eagles can sign their own free agents and draft picks as well as execute any potential trades. However, veteran free agents can't officially sign until June 29. In addition, they won't be able to practice until the new league year begins on August 4. That means that the training camp at Lehigh will be somewhat jumbled. Still, as an Eagles fan this is welcome news. It's great for the fans and great for the Lehigh community.

The prospect of losing training camp at Lehigh was one of those things that became increasingly possible as the lockout wore on. Every July, Eagles fans migrate to Lehigh to watch the team conduct training camp. It leads to great business for the area. Had there been no training camp, those businesses would have suffered significantly. Still, Eagles fans were already on their way to Lehigh even before the lockout officially ended. They assumed that the players would be there soon and they were right.

It is a little confusing to try and figure out what will happen at this camp. The Eagles are going to be players in the free agency world, which means there won't be a full roster ready to practice until August 4. That might not be a bad thing. The Eagles can evaluate some of the younger players and determine a depth chart. They should have a good idea of who they are going to sign as camp starts and will officially know by the weekend. That means that the Eagles can assume that those signed players will fill certain positions. This training camp is going to be different but it will also be more important than any previous camp. The players and coaches will need to conduct an entire offseason into a couple of short weeks. The preseason opens about two weeks after the team reports to training camp. Everything is going to happen very fast. Despite the adjustments, the Eagles won't be at a disadvantage. Every other NFL team is under the same circumstances. So while training camp might be difficult, it shouldn't hurt the Eagles any more than it would hurt another team. The key will be figuring out a plan to get the new players into the fold as they can.

For the fans, the Lehigh training camp should be special this year. After more than 130 days without any real football activity, the opening of camp is a sure sign that the NFL is back and that the Eagles are gearing up for a 2011 season. It means it's time to forget about the lockout and start thinking about the annual summer event that is training camp. It's a great thing for everyone involved that the Eagles will be able to hold training camp in Lehigh in 2011. Read More