Lendale White Released

He dropped weight for the reunion with coach Pete Carroll, but yesterday the Seattle Seahawk cut the reunion short and cut Lendale White.  The Seahawks cut him a couple of months after trading for him during the NFL Draft.  The Seahawks are now back to where they were before the draft - without a goal line back. 

Drug Offense

It has been reported that Lendale White had been in violation of the league's substance abuse policy. Though no details of what drug White tested positive for, Jason La Canfora from the NFL Network is reporting White was facing a four game suspension. This can't be the major reason the release though, the Seahawks were aware of the possible suspension when they traded for him.

Work Ethic

It seems that White is suffering from Jamarcus Russell disease. White has never been the most motivated worker among his teammates. Though the Seahawks must have thought he had changed with the drop in weight.

The only explanation of the release was from General Manager John Schneider stating, "It became apparent at this time that LenDale was not ready to be a member of the Seahawks. It just did not appear to be the right fit at this point in our program. We wish LenDale all the best with his future."

Ben Roethlisberger Latest News

Ben Roethlisberger was suspended by Commissioner Roger Goodell a couple months ago for a total of six games for the upcoming 2010 NFL season.  Goodell alse required Roethlisberger to under go a behavioral evaluation before returning to the team and participating in organized team activities or OTA. 

Behavioral Evaluation

Rothlisberger completed the required behavioral evaluations a few weeks back. Today, Commissioner Roger Goodell officially allowed Big Ben to report back to the team. We still don't know what the evaluation determined about Rothlisberger, and never will be. This evaluation is part the NFL trying to help one of its own. Whether it was determined if Roethlisberger needed counseling or not, we will probably never know unless Big Ben starts skipping sessions.

Suspension

It is widely suspected that the six game suspension that Goodell levied on Roethlisberger will be reduced to four games. The schedule definitely makes you believe this as well. Week five is a bye week for the Steelers, which would give Ben an extra week of practice before the Steelers' fifth game.

The schedule makers knew what they were doing while figuring out the night games too. Whether Big Ben comes back in four games or not, he will be available for their first prime time game of the year. The seventh game of the year is the first of 4 national televised games. The NFL might be harsh on suspensions, but that doesn't mean they will let it hurt their marketing efforts!

NFL Spring Meeting

The owners all 32 NFL franchises are meeting for their Spring Meeting and discussing a few big topics. The first was reported yesterday about the 2014 Super Bowl. The other is about the overtime rule.

New York/New Jersey Super Bowl

The owners awarded the New York/New Jersey area the Super Bowl for the 2013 season. The area can definitely entertain all those visiting for the game. The rule that the city must have a mean temperature of 50 degrees was lifted for this vote but Roger Goodell says that it doesn't set a precedence for other could weather teams. Really? I believe this is the definition of precedence.

Overtime Rule

The owners voted to implement an overtime rule during the playoffs this year during the Winter Meeting earlier this year in Hawai'i. The rule will allow the team that kicks off to open overtime period to have a chance to tie or win the game if the receiving team scores on the first possession. There was speculation that the owners would vote to implement the rule during the regular season. Roger Goodell announce yesterday that they owners and competition committee members have decided to table the discussion. This topic will undoubtedly be revisited in next year's Winter Meetings.

New York City Super Bowl Bid

The NFL owners are expected to vote on the site of the 2014 Super Bowl. It is expected that New York City will be easily win it bids at the summer meetings this year. Does this open the door for other cold weather teams to host the NFL's biggest game?

Why New York?

The game wouldn't really be in New York; the stadium is across the river in New Jersey. But the NFL is salivating at the opportunity to host a game in a "new" stadium. The Jets and Giants open their new shared home field this year. Thought the Meadowlands Stadium will be four years old at that time, it will be one of the newest stadiums ever to host a Super Bowl.

Besides the weather in February, the area is perfect to host a game. The size and accommodations in the various suburbs can definitely host the event in every way.

Neither Rain, Nor Sleet, Nor Snow

The downfall of any Super Bowl is the weather. Only 3 months ago, the North East was still digging out of one of the worst snow storms in recent memories. From Pennsylvania to Maine, cites were shut down and citizens were without power. What is the logistics of getting 60,000+ people to a game in the middle of a snow storm? The show must go one!

Brett Favre Ankle

Brett Favre had surgery last week on the ankle he injured during the NFC Championship game against the New Orleans Saints. Does this point to a Favre return, once again this season? He had shoulder surgery before announcing his return last year. The one thing we know is that until Brett Favre says he's retired, we still won't know anything.

Brett Favre Ankle Surgery

Brett Favre confirmed reports May 20 on his website, but didn't make mention of the possibility of a comeback. Noted orthopedic specialist Dr. James Andrews performed the arthroscopic procedure on Favre's ankle. Favre is definitely out 4-6 weekes to rehab the ankle.

"This is to confirm that I did have a procedure to remove some scar tissue and bone spurs from my ankle which had been bothering me for a period of time," Favre's statement on his website said. "I appreciate your concerns."

It was mentioned many times before that Brett has had this surgery in the past. Only time will tell if he will be dressed in purple this season.

Brett Favre Retirement?

If Brett has made a decision, his lips are sealed. But we know that he has spoke with Coach Brad Childress multiple times this offseason. Though the money isn't guaranteed like last year, there are 13 million reasons why Brett could decide to return. I know it's not like he needs the money, but athletes play in the NFL to get paid. Favre would most likely miss training camp and other off-season workouts like he did last year.

Until the great gunslinger actually sits out a year, I won't count him out.

Santana Moss HGH

A day after reports that Dr. Anthony Galea was charged with several crimes including smuggling human growth hormone by federal prosecutors, it is now reported who the NFL player was that Dr. Galea's assistant was traveling to see in September.

Santana Moss Injury

While crossing the Peace Brigde into Buffalo, Mary Anne Catalano was arrested in September. At the time of her arrest, she stated that she was on her way to a treat a player in Washington DC. The Buffalo News reported today that the player that was to be treated with HGH was Washington Redskin wide receiver Santana Moss.

Santana Moss Charges or Suspension

According to the newspaper, U.S. Attorney in Buffalo, William J. Hochul Jr, said it is unlikely that any atheletes that were treated by the doctor would face charges.

Hochul said, "At this juncture, any of the persons who are alleged to have used these substances are considered witnesses, and not targets."

But the NFL might not be so forgiving. The Rodney Harrison case set precedent on this matter in 2007. Harrison was suspended for four games after it was found that he admitted to law enforcement official that he used HGH. In that case, NFL security officials were provided access to information by law enforcement. Greg Aiello cited this case when answering question about the current investigation and revelations of possible use by Sanatan Moss.

NFL HGH Testing

The other day Canadian doctor, Anthony Galea, was charged with smuggling human growth hormone (HGH), making false statements for federal officials, conspiracy and unlawfully distributing HGH within the U.S. His clients include Alex Rodriguez, Tiger Woods and unnamed NFL players.

NFL HGH Patients

The lawsuit by the federal government states that Dr. Galea gave three NFL players HGH. Sources close to the case state that he helped treat players with injuries and not to give them a competitive edge. The NFL released a statement saying, "This is an ongoing federal investigation and we have not been informed of the identity of these players." The statement continues to say, "When we have had evidence of illegal purchase, possession, or use of HGH, we have imposed discipline and are fully prepared to do so again if the facts support it."

HGH Testing

There is a test for HGH and the NFL would like to administer it along with the other drug screening; however, the player's union will not accept the terms of the test because it is a blood test. The union's stance is that because the test requires drawing blood that it is too invasive.