Wednesday, February 07, 2007

NFL NEWS AND NOTES

That hour wasn't bad for fans who know they will have to wait even longer for Garcia to make his decision on whether he will return to the Eagles next season or suit up with another team. Before his appearance, Garcia told reporters that he was staying 'very optimistic and open-minded' about re-signing with the Eagles, adding it will be hard for him to depart from a good situation... Reports have surfaced that Denver, Minnesota and possibly Chicago could be in the hunt to lure the three-time Pro Bowler, who threw for 1,309 yards and 10 touchdowns.....


The Dolphins on Tuesday signed seven free agents for the 2007 season, although none of them is named Vonnie Holliday. The Dolphins and Holliday's representatives have had discussions on at least two occasions since the season ended. Holliday, who finished 2006 with seven sacks, is Miami's prized free agent this offseason.....


Two-time Pro Bowl center Jeremy Newberry hopes to continue his playing career, preferably with the Raiders, after being told by the 49ers that they have no plans to re-sign him. Newberry, who is eligible for unrestricted free agency, said Tuesday that he received word of the 49ers' decision during a recent meeting with offensive line coach George Warhop.....

Negotiations between Tennessee Titans chief operating officer Steve Underwood and general manager prospect Mike Reinfeldt continued Tuesday, with hopes that a deal could be finalized soon.....

Michigan defensive coordinator Ron English refuted a national radio report Tuesday that he was interviewing with the Minnesota Vikings for their vacant coordinator's position.

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