NFL News and Notes - May 16, 2010

New England Patriots linebacker Shawn Crable may finally get on the field in 2010.

Former Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Fred Smerlas has been nominated by the Monroe County Republicans for a Congressional run in the 28th district in New York State.

Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald thinks the Miami Dolphins and New York Jets are similarly matched, despite the hype disparity.

Jets fans are not happy with the team over the parking policies at the new Meadowlands Stadium.

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs is looking to redeem himself in 2010.

To give Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker LaMarr Woodley the contract he deserves would require a signing bonus north of $35 million dollars, writes Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

The five Cleveland Browns restricted free agents lack leverage, writes Tony Grossi in the Cleveland Plain-Dealer.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Antonio Bryant appreciates the consistency of quarterback Carson Palmer.

Despite injuring his knee, Indianapolis Colts third-round cornerback Kevin Thomas will get a contract that reflects that he was the 94th overall pick in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Tennessee Titans tight end Craig Stevens needs to improve his blocking, writes John Glennon of The Tennessean.

Jacksonville Jaguars executive Macky Weaver, the nephew of owner Wayne Weaver, is tasked with filling Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.

Houston Texans linebacker Brian Cushing tested positive on his second test, not his first, information that does not help his cause.

"Winning" is next on Denver Broncos head coach Josh McDaniel's agenda. (By running Cutler, Marshall, and Scheffler out of town and assembling an ancient defense, you'd think mini-Mangini had already done that first.)

The San Diego Chargers personnel department will begin preparing for the 2011 NFL Draft next week, writes Scott Bair of the North County Times.

Former Oakland Raiders quarterback JaMarcus Russell has returned to his hometown.

Seattle Seahawks seventh-round pick Jameson Konz is determined to make the team.

Stanford University economics professor Roger Noll shares his thoughts on Measure J, which will determine whether or not Santa Clara voters subsidize a new stadium for the San Francisco 49ers.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Leinart and children from the Matt Leinart Foundation attended last night's Anaheim Angels game.

St. Louis Rams wide receiver Keenan Burton and Oakland Raiders running back Michael Bush have teamed up to create a scholarship fund to help deserving students attend college.

Greg Bedard of the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel has a must-read profile on Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley.

Former Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Stalin Colinet helps high school students and their parents navigate the recruiting process.

The Chicago Bears' offense is expected to make major strides under Mike Martz, writes Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune.

Detroit Lions defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch plans to bring the heat this season.

Having signed his one-year tender after nearly being traded on draft day, New York Giants restricted free agent defensive tackle Barry Cofield has been told he's part of the team's plans moving forward, Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News writes.

Sheil Kapadia of Philly.com has a hard time finding the "Best Off-Season Move" by the Philadelphia Eagles.

Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder feels the organization has righted the ship.

Loaded with weapons, Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Jason Garrett needs to figure out a way to get them all involved in the gameplan.

Former NFL defensive tackle La'Roi Glover will miss Norman Hand, his teammate for two seasons with the New Orleans Saints.

Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith will host his first rookie camp on Monday, writes D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers restricted free agent Donald Penn will probably play this season without getting a long-term contract, writes Stephen Holder of the St. Petersburg Times.

Today's NFL birthdays: Falcons linebacker Spencer Adkins (23), Bills defensive end Dwan Edwards (29), Packers safety Derrick Martin (25), Saints kicker Garrett Hartley (24) and undrafted wide receiver Andy Tanner (22), Eagles cornerback Ellis Hobbs (27), Rams quarterback A.J. Feeley (33), and former Seahawks defensive tackle Marcus Tubbs (29).

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