Baltimore Ravens 01/09/2007 12:39 PMESPN.com reports Louisville RB Michael Bush announced Tuesday he will enter the NFL draft instead of returning to the Cardinals. The news was first reported by ESPN.com's Pat Forde, who also reported that Louisville has agreed to terms with Tulsa coach Steve Kragthorpe on a five-year deal to replace Bobby Petrino.Read more
Baltimore Ravens 01/09/2007 9:25 AMThe Post-Gazette reports Pitt CB Darrelle Revis has decided to forgo his senior year and enter the NFL draft, according to sources close to him. He is expected to make a formal announcement at a news conference later this week. The deadline for underclassmen to file for early entry into the draft is Monday.Read more
Oakland Raiders 01/09/2007 9:22 AMThe Contra Costa Times reports former Raiders quarterbacks coach Steve Sarkisian interviewed for the Raiders coaching vacancy Monday, he confirmed in a phone call Monday night. He is the first candidate known to have received an in-person interview since HC Art Shell got fired Thursday. Sarkisian, 32, spent most of the day at Raiders headquarters in Alameda in a face-to-face interview with managing general partner Al Davis. He left without a job offer but filled with hope. "It went extremely well," Sarkisian said. "Anytime you get an opportunity to interview with a man like Al Davis, it's a great opportunity and one I'll cherish." The Raiders did not issue any details about Sarkisian's interview, per team policy.Read more
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 01/09/2007 9:19 AMThe Tampa Tribune reports a replacement for recently departed linebackers coach Joe Barry won't be the only offseason addition the Bucs make to their defensive coaching staff. Following a season in which they struggled to create a formidable pass rush and prevent big passing plays, the Bucs on Monday named former assistant secondary coach Raheem Morris as their new defensive backs coach.Read more
