2010年7月21日星期三

The Jacksonville Jaguars signed the fourth of their six draft picks

On one hand, Jim Tanner is only 41 years old and he's already being named the head of the sports division at Williams & Connolly, the high-profile Washington, D.C., law firm that represents 14 current NBA players. On the flip side, Mr. Tanner—who took over after veteran agent Lon Babby left Tuesday to be the Phoenix Suns' head of basketball operations—has a lot more on his plate. He says the firm won't immediately hire anyone to fill the slack, so he's looking at 17-hour days for the near future. "I expect to be a little busier now," he says.

 The Bears also waived two undrafted free agents: WR Vic Hall and DT Jimmy Saddler-McQueen.

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to terms with sixth-round pick Jamar Wall (CB, 5-10, 204, Texas Tech). According to a source, Wall signed a four-year deal worth roughly $1.97 million, with a signing bonus worth roughly $97,000.

Wall was unable to participate in drills during the combine due to a hamstring injury, but his game tape was strong enough for Dallas to select him. Wall, who is known in scouting circles for his aggressive and physical play, figures to compete for a job as the team's fourth cornerback in training camp.

In addition to waiving WR John Matthews this week, the Indianapolis Colts waived undrafted free agent S Donye McClesky. When seventh-round pick Ray Fisher signs, they'll have nine safeties under contract.

The new Jacksonville Jaguars jerseys signed the fourth of their six draft picks, coming to terms with sixth-round pick Scott McGee (CB, 5-8, 182, James Madison). A source said he agreed to a four-year deal worth just over $1.87 million. The small-school product figures to compete for a roster spot in training camp as a slot cornerback.

The Jags also claimed WR John Matthews off waivers after he was waived by the Colts on Tuesday.

Veteran WR Eddie Kennison was placed on the Chiefs' Reserve/Retired list and David Garrard removed from the roster Tuesday, a day after he signed a ceremonial one-day contract.

 Kennison was selected by St. Louis in the first round of the 1996 Draft and last played in the NFL with the Rams in 2008. He also played for the Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears and New Orleans Saints during his 13-year career.

Miami Dolphins placed veteran NT Jason Ferguson on the Reserve/Retired list the week after he announced his retirement after 13 seasons. Veteran DL Randy Starks will move from end in Miami's 3-4 defense to nose tackle to replace Ferguson. Fourth-year NT Paul Soliai also will compete for snaps.

The New England Patriots reeled in two more players from their Draft class Maurice Jones Wednesday: seventh-rounders Kade Weston (DT, 6-5, 315, Georgia) and Zac Robinson (QB, 6-3, 218, Oklahoma St.)

According to a source, Weston signed a four-year deal worth roughly $1.83 million with a signing bonus worth just shy of $40,000. Weston figures to compete against second-year DL Myron Pryor for the backup nose tackle job in training camp.

Robinson signed a four-year deal worth just less than $1.83 million. He struggled mightily Reggie Nelson with passing accuracy during Senior Bowl week practices, but rebounded quite nicely during his solid combine performance, as he threw the ball with better zip and accuracy. Robinson is projected to be the No. 3 quarterback.

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