Dallas News: Dallas Cowboys fans have nothing to fear should overrated Brett Favre return.

Talented Weber State running back Trevyn Smith hopes to raise $60,000 to Help his Young Daughter.

Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer, who was once a prized quarterback recruit for Florida State, named to start on ESPN.com's M.L.B. All-Star Teams.

DD.comment: Not only did Bobby Bowden lose the very highly sought after Mauer to baseball, he also lost quarterback prospect Jeff Mathis, who is currently a catcher with L.A.-Anaheim, at, about, the same time.

Former Ohio State Buckeye Rob Schoenhoft is battling to become Delaware's starting quarterback.

Mississippi College's (D-3) junior quarterback Adam Shaffer has caught the Attention of N.F.L. scouts.

Closer look at Cris Carter's son, prep star Duron Carter, who will also play wide receiver at Ohio State.

DD.comment: As we mentioned in last Sunday's blog, Cris Carter's brother, Wisconin safety Shane Carter, led the Big Ten Conference with 7 interceptions in 2007.

Ex-N.F.L. player/ESPN analyst/ S.E.C. head coach Bill Curry will build Georgia State's football program from scratch.

Former University of Minnesota wide receiver Logan Payne is impressing in Seattle.

Lack of confidence is not a problem for Dallas Cowboys' rookie cornerback Orlando Scandrick.

Ohio State linebacker James Laurinaitis leads the way on Scout.com's Top Seniors Big Board.

DD.comment: Like Chris Steuber, we love Ian Campbell's motor and all around talent level. But according to one of our sources, he barely cracks the top 400 prospects on one N.F.L. pre-season scouting list. Scouts have him at a shade over 6' 3" and 250 pounds, which is fine. But they have timed (or estimated) his 40 yard dash between 5.03 and 5.15 seconds, which is, of course, a problem for a player projected as an outside linebacker. Obviously, his status could change significantly if he has a big senior season and, more importantly, he shows he can run much faster than expected.

Josh Buchanan lists his Top 215 Small Schoolers in this 7 round small school mock draft.

Young Washington State wide receiver Jeshua Anderson strikes a balance between football and track.

Michigan defensive tackle Terrance Taylor tells the media he got a 2nd round projection from N.F.L. scouts after his junior season.

Bleacher Report writer looks Notre Dame's Top Freshmen.

ESPN.com: The N.F.L.'s changing labor landscape has Juniors Anxious to Ca$h in.

Carolina Panthers' rookie Hilee Taylor wants to be a every-down defensive end in the N.F.L.

Top Senior Prospects from the M.A.C.

QB Drew Willy ~ Buffalo

RB Ontario Sneed ~ Central Michigan

FB Jameson Konz ~ Kent State (TE)

WR Dante Love ~ Ball State

WR Jamarko Simmons ~ Western Michigan

TE Darius Hill ~ Ball State

OL Augustus Parrish ~ Kent State

OL Robert Brewster ~ Ball State

OL Andrew Hartline ~ Central Michigan

OL Jonathan Brost ~ Northern Illinois

OL Chris Kemme ~ Akron

DE Jameson Hartke ~ Ohio

DE Larry English ~ Northern Illinois

DT Terrance Knighton ~ Temple

DT Josh Hunt ~ Eastern Michigan

LB Joey Hudson ~ Miami-Ohio

LB Daniel Holtzclaw ~ Eastern Michigan

LB Clayton Mullins ~ Miami-Ohio

CB Londen Fryar ~ Western Michigan

FS Louis Delmas ~ Western Michigan

SS Bryan Williams ~ Akron

CB Mark Parson ~ Ohio

Top Juniors and Sophomores [Loosely Ranked]:

SS Barry Church ~ Toledo (Jr.)

QB Nate Davis ~ Ball State (Jr.)

QB Dan Lefevour ~ Central Michigan (Jr.)

DT Ryan Bain ~ Akron (Jr.)

WR Stephen Williams ~ Toledo (Jr.)

RB Eugene Jarvis ~ Kent State (Jr.)

DE Almondo Sewell ~ Akron (So.)

QB Tyler Sheehan ~ Bowling Green (Jr.)

FS Devonte Shannon ~ Buffalo (So.)

QB Andy Schmitt ~ Eastern Michigan (Jr.)

QB Tim Hiller ~ Western Michigan (Jr.)

FS Ryan Downward ~ Eastern Michigan (So.)

Current Top 10 N.F.L. Prospects from the M.A.C., according to our league sources [Loosely Ranked]:

OT Augustus Parrish ~ Kent State

FS Louis Delmas ~ Western Michigan

CB Londen Fryar ~ Western Michigan

DE Larry English ~ Northern Illinois

OT Andrew Hartline ~ Central Michigan

WR Dante Love ~ Ball State

WR Jamarko Simmons ~ Western Michigan

OT Robert Brewster ~ Ball State

CB Mark Parson ~ Ohio

TE Darius Hill ~ Ball State

DD.comment: We picked our All-M.A.C. team and even selected the top juniors and sophomores. However, we were very objective regarding the conference's Top N.F.L. prospects -- we loosely ranked them according to the input we've got from league sources connected to the draft process.

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Sam Farmer of the L.A. Times reports Brett Favre might not mind playing for a team other than the Green Bay Packers.

DD.comment: Some have suggested it would be ashamed if Favre ever wore a uniform other the classic green & gold threads of the Packers. But, don't forget, Favre began his N.F.L. career wearing the black & red of the Atlanta Falcons, so it's not exactly the same as Joe Montana wearing a Chiefs uniform at the end of his career.

Josh Buchanan looks at 3 Small School Prospects that hope to impress scouts as seniors.

Breaking News: The N.F.L.'s Supplemental Draft has been cancelled after nobody applies.

Former L.S.U. defensive tackle Kyle Williams has agreed to a $14.5 million contract extension with the Buffalo Bills.

Tony Pauline of TFYdraft.com has posted the early National and B.L.E.S.T.O. Linebacker Rankings.

DD.comment: Again, we can confirm that Pauline's National rankings seem accurate. But we are unsure of his Blesto rankings, particularly when you consider they have a very undersized linebacker from Lafayette -- Andy Romans -- ranked that high.

TFYdraft.com writer lists his Top 10 Quarterbacks in the senior class.

Athlon's Top 25 Fantasy Rankings: Tight Ends

Speedy Virginia Tech wide receiver Brandon Dillard will miss this season after rupturing his right Achilles' tendon Tuesday.

Syracuse defensive end Brandon Gilbeaux has been suspended by the school for academic issues and will not play for the Orange this fall.

Pro Football Weekly: Will Brett Favre return to the Green Bay Packers?

It's still early, but, according to our sources, several top juniors are already looking into their N.F.L. options for next year and among that group is a quartet from Clemson: Wide recevier Jacoby Ford, defensive end Ricky Sapp, running back C.J. Spiller and cornerback Chris Chancellor.

Other juniors, reportedly, looking into the possibility of leaving school early for the N.F.L. include:

RB Knowshon Moreno ~ Georgia (a redshirt sophomore)

RB Chris Wells ~ Ohio State

WR Darrius Heyward-Bey ~ Maryland

OT Andre Smith ~ Alabama

DT Vince Oghobaase ~ Duke

DT Al Woods ~ Louisiana State

DL Ricky Jean-Francois ~ Louisiana State

DE Greg Hardy ~ Ole Miss

DE George Selvie ~ South Florida

CB Vontae Davis ~ Illinois

CB Captain Munnerlyn ~ South Carolina

SS Taylor Mays ~ Southern California

FS Emanuel Cook ~ South Carolina.

One F.C.S. name considering his options could be Elon wide receiver Terrell Hudgins, who agents have already attempted to contact. Many media and Elon people believe he is a 3rd-4th round selection, however, several N.F.L. personnel have said that he is a 4.7 type player and is probably no higher than a 6th or 7th rounder. One thing to remember is that former New Hampshire wide receiver David Ball had similar speed and production to Hudgins and went undrafted as a senior. Hudgins would have to improve his 40 by .10 or .20 to warrant more than a late round look.

Josh Buchanan looks at 3 Small School Prospects that hope to impress scouts as seniors.

Despite stiff competition, rookie linebacker Dan Connor thinks Carolina is a good fit him.

DD.comment: Nice article, but once again the media is pushing a big lie: It mentions in the article that Connor's 4.6 speed may "hinder him" in the N.F.L. Again, the Average Linebacker at the last Combine ran in the mid to upper 4.7's, so Connor's 4.6-something at Pro Day is well above the prospect average. And, the numbers/averages we posted are the "official" Combine numbers, straight from league sources, not some wildly inflated, bogus numbers floating around cyberspace. Matter of fact, Carolina recently selected Jon Beason in round one and he Ran a 4.78 at the 2007 Combine and he's worked out fine, so far, for the Panthers. So this idea that N.F.L. linebackers need to run as fast as cornerbacks to have a chance is absolutely absurd.

Ex-South East Missouri State tight end Joe Tuineau still hopes to sign with an N.F.L. team, but will soon embark on a pro rugby career if no one calls.

A healthy Marc Tyler hopes to find playing time in U.S.C.'s crowed backfield.

In-depth look at University of Oregon center/N.F.L. prospect Max Unger.

Talented JUCO transfer Chris Todd hopes to seize Auburn's starting quarterback spot.

Michigan cornerback Donovan Warren looks to emerge as one of the nation's shutdown corners.

Several Georgia sophomores, including defensive end Michael Lemon and left tackle Trinton Sturdivant had had a run-in with the law.

Cincinnati cornerback Mike Mickens is among the five best players in the Big East.

Colorado defensive tackle George Hypolite gives back to the community.

Satire article about Alabama junior tackle Andre Smith, who is rumored to run a 5.28 40-yard dash.

Arkansas junior linebacker Wendel Davis was inured beating on a vehicle after a traffic incident.

DD.com's All-Ivy League Pre-Season Team

QB Chris Pizzotti ~ Harvard

RB Mike McLeod ~ Yale

RB Luke Siwula ~ Cornell

WR Matt Luft ~ Harvard (Jr.)

WR Austin Knowlin ~ Columbia (Jr.)

TE Colin Cloherty ~ Brown

OL James Williams ~ Harvard (Jr.)

OL Darius Dale ~ Yale

OL Alex Rapp ~ Dartmouth

OL Stephen Morse ~ Yale

OL Ryan Pilconis ~ Harvard

DL Peter Ajayi ~ Harvard

DL Phillip Mitchell ~ Columbia

DL Jim Develin ~ Brown (Jr.)

DL Desmond Bryant ~ Harvard

LB Bobby Abare ~ Yale

LB Drew Quinn ~ Columbia

LB Jason Colabella ~ Penn

DB Andrew Berry ~ Harvard

DB Tyson Maugle ~ Penn

DB Tim Bax ~ Cornell

DB Steve Santoro ~ Yale

These are the Top 6 Ivy League N.F.L. Prospects, according to our league sources:

QB Chris Pizzotti, (6'5", 225), Harvard

FB Colin Cloherty, (6'2", 235), Brown

LB Jason Colabella, (6'1", 225), Penn

OT Ryan Pilconis, (6'6", 295), Harvard

DT Desmond Bryant, (6'5", 290), Harvard

RB Mike McCleod, (5'10", 200), Yale

DD.comment: At this point, Harvard quarterback Chris Pizzotti is the only player noted above that is widely regarded as a likely draft pick and his is early projection is as a 5th to 7th round prospect.

The Sports Network takes an in-depth look at the Top F.C.S. Quarterbacks.

DD.comment: Nice job done by David Coulson of The Sports Network, that was a very informative article. Also, our small school expert Josh Buchanan has sent us some comments regarding the N.F.L. chances for some of the quarterbacks mentioned in the link above:

Appalachian State's Armanti Edwards, a junior, would have to be a utility player to stick in the N.F.L. and is a probable 7th round or free agent type .... Central Arkansas' Nathan Brown, Rhett Bomar of Sam Houston State and fast rising Harvard gunslinger Chris Pizzotti are all considered draftable prospects, at this point .... East Coast based small school signal callers Liam Coen and Dominic Randolph may surprise scouts, if they can elevate their games as seniors....Finally, Matt Nichols of Eastern Washington is only a junior, but he's a player that could attain late round or priority free agent grades going into his senior season.

The Buffalo Bills have signed the son of former N.B.A. superstar Karl Malone and released ex-Army fullback Mike Viti.

DD.comment: If Mike Viti is not picked up another N.F.L. team he will likely be deployed to Iraq in the near future. We wish him, and all our troops in the Middle East, the best of luck in a very tough and dangerous situation.

Pro Football Weekly has lots of Rookie News & Notes in their N.F.L. Whispers page.

Ex-Mississippi State wide receiver Lance Long hopes to make the Arizona Cardinals as an undrafted free agent.

Tony Pauline of TFY.com has posted the early National and B.L.E.S.T.O. Defensive Line Rankings.

DD.comment: As Pauline mentioned about the "Two Quentin's", being ranked very high by National or Blesto does not guareentee a prospect will be a high pick in the N.F.L. draft.

Missouri linebacker Sean Weatherspoon is only a junior, but he's already thinking about the N.F.L.

Virginia Tech is moving once prized quarterback recruit Cory Holt to wide receiver in order to give him a better chance to play in the N.F.L.

DD.comment: According to Virginia Tech's official website the 6' 4", 230 pound Holt has a run a 4.52 (40) and displayed a 35" vertical in spring workouts, so at least he has the basic skills to play wide receiver or H-Back in the N.F.L.

U.S.C. defensive tackle Fili Moala must fill the huge left by Sedric Ellis' graduation.

Is Miami Dolphins' rookie Jake Long better suited to play right tackle?

Josh Buchanan's Top 40 Small School Prospects (with 40 times & round projections)

1. WR Ramses Barden ~ Cal Poly (6060, 220), 4.58/4.60, 4th

2. TE Brian Mandeville ~ Northeastern (6060, 248), 4.79/4.82, 4th

3. QB Nathan Brown ~ Central Arkansas (6012, 210), 4.79/4.80, 4th

4. OT Cornelius Lewis ~ Tennessee State (6033, 316), 5.10/5.20, 4th-5th (Ex-Florida State)

5. RB Branden Ore ~ West Liberty State (5110, 205), 4.48/4.50, 5th (Ex-Virginia Tech)

6. WR Quinten Lawrence ~ McNeese State (5115, 182), 4.32/4.35, 5th

7. OT Nicholas Hennessey ~ Colgate (6053, 295), 5.31/5.36, 5th-6th

8. DT John Faletoese ~ U.C. Davis (6014, 295), 4.99/5.05, 5th-6th

9. RB Rashad Jennings ~ Liberty (6010, 230), 4.45/4.49, 5th-6th (Ex-Pittburgh)

10. TE Marquez Branson ~ Central Arkansas (6022, 247), 4.60/4.68, 6th

11. RB Javarris Williams ~ Tennessee State (5093, 218), 4.55/4.58, 6th

12. TE Jared Bronson ~ Central Washington (6041, 253), 4.62/4.67, 6th (Ex-Washington)

13. OG Louis West ~ Henderson State (6072, 375), 5.30/5.40, 6th

14. OT Joel Bell ~ Furman (6072, 308), 5.14/5.25, 6th-7th

15. RB Anthony "Bernard" Scott ~ Abilene Christian (5104, 197), 4.48/4.55, 6th-7th

16 LB Lee Robinson ~ Alcorn State (6021, 246), 4.59/4.70, 6th-7th

17. OT Samuel Allen ~ Grand Valley State (6054, 280), 5.00/5.06, 6th-7th

18. WR Jeremy Gilchrist ~ Hampton (5086, 171), 4.44/4.57, 6th-7th (Ex-Virginia Tech)

19. CB Domonique Johnson ~ Jackson State (6015, 184), 4.37/4.39, 6th-7th (Ex-Missouri)

20. OC Cecil Newton ~ Tennessee State (6014, 292), 5.15/5.20, 6th-7th

21. CB Sean Smalls ~ Massachusetts (6002, 201), 4.60/4.63, 6th-7th

22. DT Sammie Lee Hill ~ Stillman (6037, 321), 5.09/5.20, 6th-7th

23. QB Rhett Bomar ~ Sam Houston State (6022, 212), 4.72/4.75, 7th (Ex-Oklahoma)

24. OG Dakarai Grimsley ~ Morgan State (6040, 363), 5.50/5.78, 7th

25. WR Johnny Knox ~ Abilene Christian (5115, 183), 4.44/4.50, 7th

26. DE Lawrence Sidbury Jr. ~ Richmond (6024, 265), 4.75/4.80, 7th

27. OG William Giles ~ Tennessee Chattanooga (6037, 284), 5.20/5.24, 7th

28. WR Julius Pruitt ~ Ouachita Baptist (6020, 216), 4.55/4.57, 7th

29. OT Ben Coblyn ~ Massachusetts (6063, 305), 5.06/5.09, 7th (Ex-Boston Univ. Basketball)

30. TE Robbie Agnone ~ Delaware (6053, 256), 4.80/4.90, 7th (Ex-Pittburgh)

31. OG Tim Henderson ~ Northwestern State (6024, 344), 5.20/5.32, 7th-PFA

32. CB Lardarius Webb ~ Nicholls State (5107, 173), 4.55/4.60, 7th-PFA (Ex-Southern Miss.)

33. WR Justin Brown ~ Hampton (6012, 198), 4.57/4.58, 7th-PFA

34. WR Edward Thompson ~ Idaho State (5084, 186), 4.52/4.54, 7th-PFA

35. QB Chris Pizzotti ~ Harvard (6053, 224), 4.93/4.95, 7th-PFA

36. QB Michael Reilly ~ Central Washington (6026, 211), 4.75/4.80, 7th-PFA (Ex-Washington State)

37. OG Roger Allen ~ Missouri Western (6031, 318), 5.30/5.50, 7th-PFA

38. LB Jason Williams ~ Western Illinois (6011, 235), 4.54/4.59, 7th-PFA

39. OG Dennis Conley ~ Hampton (6015, 299), 5.35/5.37, 7th-PFA

40. WR Dominique Edison ~ Stephen F. Austin (6022, 190), 4.40/4.42, 7th-PFA

USA Today takes an in-depth look at the Washington Redskins.

Tony Pauline of TFY.com has posted the early National and B.L.E.S.T.O. Offensive Line Rankings.

Quick look at the Chargers' fast-rising strong safety Eric Weddle.

ESPN: Cleveland quarterback Derek Anderson should be pushed by a vastly improved Brady Quinn.

Former U.C.L.A. star defensive end David Ball hopes to make Tennessee's 53 man roster.

Wisconsin senior guard Kraig Urbik has started 39 straight games for the Badgers.

Jeremy and Orrin Thompson could be the first brothers to suit up on the same Packers roster for almost 50 years.

Detroit Lions running back Kevin Smith answers questions for the local beat writers.

Getting to know Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Robert James.

Buddy Ryan's 46 defense could see a resurgence in Jacksonville.

An undrafted free agent in 1996, Vikings defensive tackle Pat Williams faced a hard road to get to where he is today.

Former Oklahoma State wide receiver Adarius Bowman grabs 6 catches for 112 yards in his C.F.L. debut.

Winnipeg Blue Bomber's linebacker Cam Hall, a bulked up safety from Boise State, has caught the attention of N.F.L. scouts.

Mike Detillier looks at three N.F.L. prospects from Central Arkansas, including quarterback Nathan Brown.

DD.comment: Nathan currently carries a 3rd to 5th round projection from N.F.L. scouts.

Northern Illinois' Alex Kube, a 2007 freshman All-American, has packed on 22 pounds as he switches from safety to linebacker.

The University of Washington revoked the scholarships of junior running back J.R. Hasty and senior cornerback Jordan Murchison.

The Louisville Cardinals have Lost 20 Scholarship Underclassmen from their spring of 2007 roster.

Quick look at five fascinating college safeties related to prominent ex-N.F.L. players:

Matt Harris ~ Arkansas (Jr.) -- Son of of ex-Dallas Cowboys safety Cliff Harris, who was named to 6 Pro Bowls in the 1970's. Matt had an impressive spring for the Hogs and could start at free safety this upcoming season. As expected, he's smart and tough, but he's also athletic enough to get serious consideration as the Razorbacks top punt returner this upcoming season. If Harris can develop into a fine starting SEC safety (i.e. a Craig Steltz type), the publicity he would get from the football media could help re-kindle talk of Cliff Harris making the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Shane Carter ~ Wisconsin (Jr.) -- Brother of former N.F.L. star/current ESPN analyst Cris Carter, burst onto the scene in 2007 after leading the Big 10 with 7 picks. At 6' 2" and 200 pounds he possesses a nice mix of speed and size. Also plays with a great attitude. He's 22 years younger than older brother Cris, who's son, Duron, recently committed to play wide receiver at Ohio State, so it's not out of the question that he could he eventually cover his nephew in a Big 10 game.

Klint Kubiak ~ Colorado State (Jr.) -- Oldest son of former Denver Broncos quarterback/current Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak. Klint had a super sophomore season for the Rams in 2006, but was bogged down by nagging injuries in 2007. C.S.U. really needs the hard-hitting, ball-hawking safety to stay healthy and bounce back into form this season if they hope to stay near the top of M.W.C.'s standings. It's too soon to tell if Clint has N.F.L. potential, but he's a very good mid-major safety, who undoubtedly could start for a B.C.S. program.

Bobby Buchanan ~ Louisville (Sr.) -- Younger brother of former Louisville star Ray Buchanan, who went on to have a terrific N.F.L. career with the Colts and Falcons. While Bobby does not appear to be as strong of an N.F.L. prospect as his older brother was, he's a intelligent and reliable safety on the collegiate level and should be a key member of Steve Kragthorpe's significantly revamped defense this season. And, who knows, a nice senior season, coupled with strong post season workouts, may get him a shot at the next level? Has played some cornerback at Louisville.

Jake Blackwood ~ Georgia Tech (Jr.) -- Son of former Miami Dolphins safety Glenn Blackwood and nephew of former N.F.L. star Lyle Blackwood, who led the A.F.C. with 10 interceptions in 1977. Lyle and Glenn where the Miami Dolphins starting safety tandem for 2 Super Bowls runs in the early 1980's. Young Jake is a solid all-around athlete, who will contend for a starting spot this fall at G.T. He is also an asset on special teams for the Yellow Jackets.

Buckeyes Q&A: Is it possible that junior Lawrence Wilson will be better than Vernon Gholston?

DD.com recently updated our You Tube Links Page with a new group of college football stars.

26 year old cornerback Eddie Young hopes a big senior season at Fort Valley State will put him on the N.F.L.'s draft radar.

Redshirt freshman quarterback Steven Threet will be the man on the spot as Michigan switches to the new Rich Rodriguez spread offense.

Bleacher Report: 10 College Freshmen likely to make an early impact.

Impressive rookie left tackle Jake Long is expected to bolster a rebuilt offensive line for the Miami Dolphins.

N.F.L. commissioner Roger Goodell says pay for unproven rookies is 'ridiculous’.

Former Florida State quarterback Xavier Lee fails in his attempt to stick in Baltimore as an undrafted tight end.

N.F.L. prospect Tripp Chandler carries on the tradition of excellence at tight end for the University of Georgia.

Three college football players, including F.S.U. cornerback Michael Ray Garvin and L.S.U. wide receiver Trindon Holliday, hope to make the U.S. Olympic track team.

Rivals.com takes an in-depth look at L.S.U. wide receiver Demetrius Byrd, who believes he has first round talent.

Quick preview of U.S.C. linebacker Rey Maualuga and the other top defenders in the nation.

U.C.L.A. redshirt sophomore right tackle Sean Sheller will miss the upcoming season due to injuries suffered in a car accident.

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Tashard Choice appears to be the front runner for the #3 running back job.

The arrival of San Francisco 49ers rookie defensive end Kentwan Ballmer could force out third-year end Melvin Oliver.

Pittsburgh Steelers' rookie linebacker Mike Humpal answers fans questions.

Has the rise of spread-option offenses made it harder for NFL teams to find pro-ready quarterbacks?

For breaking N.B.A. draft news checkout Rotoworld.com for constant updates.

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Speedy Clemson running back C.J. Spiller eyes continued improvement.

T.C.U.'s fastest wide receiver, Donald Massey, ruled academically ineligible.

Can Clemson quarterback Cullen Harper contend for the Heisman Trophy?

Ex-Illinois running back Walter Mendenhall anxious for a 'change of scenery' at Illinois State.

Oklahoma left tackle Phil Loadholt was arrested for misdemenor driving under the influence.

Interview with Kansas City Chiefs rookie offensive lineman Branden Albert.

Look at rule changes for the 2008 college football season.

LSU offensive left tackle Ciron Black and guard Herman Johnson are ready to lead an experienced group.

Baltimore Ravens left tackle Jared Gaither has some big shoes to fill.

DD.com's hoops expert Jason Fitzgerald has just updated his One Round N.B.A. Mock Draft.

DD.comment: Jason knows all 30 N.B.A. teams inside and out and did such a great job with His 2007 N.B.A. Mock, that we just decided to let him do our sites main mock and Top 10 Rankings.

The Oakland Raiders have signed undrafted rookie quarterback Sam Keller.

It looks like former B.Y.U. kicker Jason Chaffetz is likely heading to congress after winning the Republican Primary in Utah's heavily conservative 3rd district.

Pat Kirwan of NFL.com reports there are still a number of accomplished Free Agent Running Backs who are available to teams.

Free Agents & Cap Cuts Updated 5:31 PM, EST:

Draft Daddy's updated Top Free Agents Tracker: Offense -- Defense

DD.comment: This group seems to be really thinned out, with very few quality players remaining. There does seem to be some better values, however, on the cap cuts list.

Notable N.F.L. veterans that have been released: DD.com's Cap Cuts Tracker

DD.comment: Unlike our free agent lists, we are not loosely ranking the players on the cap cuts page. We are just adding key cap cuts to the list as they are announced.

For many more mock draft links, checkout our friends at D.C. Pro Sports Report's N.B.A. Mock Draft Database.

Georgia senior linebacker Dannell Ellerbe has emerged as a team leader.

DD.comment: National Scouting has Ellerbe as the top inside linebacker in the draft (top 15 overall) and he's rated a shade ahead of more well known stars Rey Maualuga and James Laurinaitis. Even though Ellerbe is ranked so high by National, he only got a 2nd round projection, as they have rated only six prospects as solid first rounders, at this point.

Baltimore Ravens second year linebacker Antwan Barnes prepares for a bigger role.

Hawaii defensive end John Fonoti gets in shape.

Former Alabama linebacker Jimmy Johns "got mixed up with the wrong crowd."

Appalachian State defensive end Gary Tharrington has been declared academically ineligible for the 2008 season.

Georgia Tech defensive end Darrell Richard likes the recent changes in defensive scheme.