NFL News and Notes - May 15, 2010
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Former NFL defensive tackle Norman Hand passed away on Friday morning at the age of 37. Jim Haslett and Rick Venturi, who coached Hand in New Orleans, reacted to his death.
Free agent linebacker Derrick Burgess re-signed with the New England Patriots.
Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly is delivering the keynote speech at the Niagara County Community College commencement ceremony this morning.
New York Jets All-Pro cornerback Darrelle Revis is eager to take first-round pick Kyle Wilson under his wing, reports Manish Mehta of the Newark Star-Ledger.
Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel looks at 15 players on the bubble of the Miami Dolphins, and there are some surprising names.
With cornerback Lardarius Webb coming off an injury, the Baltimore Ravens are looking for candidates to boost the return game, writes Ken Murray of the Baltimore Sun.
Former University of Michigan and Eastern Michigan cornerback Johnny Sears' "long and interesting football journey" will continue with the Cincinnati Bengals, writes Jeff Arnold of AnnArbor.com.
Indianapolis Colts first-year offensive coordinator Clyde Christensen has been involved in play-calling and game planning in recent seasons, writes Phil Richards of the Indianapolis Star.
Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson is skipping the OTAs, but teammates report the Pro Bowler is staying in shape.
$12,000 worth of Jacksonville Jaguars tickets showed up on the Republic Party of Florida's credit card bill.
Houston Texans sixth-round wide receiver Trindon Holliday has agreed to terms on a contract, reports John McClain of the Houston Chronicle.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle Ryan O'Callaghan's job as starting right tackle appears secure, writes Adam Teicher of the Kansas City Star.
Denver Broncos nose tackle Ronald Fields' hearing for a misdemeanor charge of unlawful carry of a weapon has been rescheduled for next month.
The Qualcomm Stadium employee who fell 20 feet from a press box viewing area last October and died the following day was intoxicated, San Diego city officials said in an appeal of an OSHA order to install 42-inch guardrails at the stadium.
Free agent guard Daniel Loper has signed with the Oakland Raiders.
Seattle Seahawks vice president of player personnel Ruston Webster is leaving the franchise to take a similar position with the Tennessee Titans.
Kevin Lynch of the San Francisco Chronicle would like to see San Francisco 49ers running back Michael Robinson get more snaps from scrimmage.
Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Darnett Dockett's social media exploits are causing a stir.
Writing for ESPN.com, Scouts, Inc.'s Matt Williamson thinks the St. Louis Rams need to limit Steven Jackson's carries.
Members of the Green Bay Packers spent last week visiting cities, schools, and companies throughout Wisconsin. (Would love to go to the Leinenkugel Brewery myself.)
Minnesota Vikings sixth-round wide receiver Joe Webb will get a chance to play some quarterback.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Hanie won't back down from a veteran challenger for the team's top backup spot.
Detroit Lions head coach Jim Schwartz likes what he sees from his young linebackers, reports Tim Twentyman of the Detroit News.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback John Parker Wilson is excited to be reunited with a pair of former Alabama teammates who were drafted and signed by the Falcons last month.
Most of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookies will get to face veterans for the first time when the OTAs begin next week.
New Orleans Saints right tackle Jonathan Stinchcomb underwent sports hernia surgery on Friday.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Roy Williams is trying to bulk up to 215 pounds this off-season.
Washington Redskins quarterback Donovan McNabb wants to bring a Lombardi Trophy to the D.C. area.
Now that he's "The Man", Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy needs to improve his blocking this off-season, writes Sheil Kapadia for Philly.com.
Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News passes along two tidbits about the late Norman Hand, who finished his 10-year career with the New York Giants.
Today's NFL birthdays: Ravens defensive end Bryan Mattison (26), Bills guard Andrew Levitre (24), Browns running back Thomas Brown (24) and tight end Robert Royal (32), Packers running back Kregg Lumpkin (26), Chiefs offensive tackle Barry Richardson (24), Eagles defensive end Juqua Parker (32), Chargers linebacker Darry Beckwith (23), Rams offensive tackle Phil Trautwein (24), Buccaneers quarterback Josh Johnson (24) and undrafted cornerback Darrell Pasco (23), and free agents tight end Jonathan Dekker (27), defensive end Chase Pittman (27).

