news.bostonherald.com - 4/23/2008
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K IRKLAND, Wash. - After months of rampant speculation, the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday released running back Shaun Alexander, the 2005 regular-season MVP who helped lead the team to the 2006 Super Bowl. The Seahawks wanted to wait until Alexander had completely healed from his wrist surgery before they waived him to avoid any potential grievance. Alexander had a physical on Tuesday morning ...
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... You brought me more happiness than most anyone I know." John Morgan, Field Gulls. Shaun Alexander couldn't outrun time, writes Steve Kelley. Alexander remains in denial about his diminished skills, writes Art Thiel. Shaun's smile made it tough to hate him, but his fragility made it tough to love him, writes John McGrath. A photo gallery of Alexander career highlights from the Times. ESPN reports that Alexander's he's gotten calls from the Patriots and Colts, writes Frank Hughes. Bennett's ...
Goodbye, Shaun Alexander [Old, Old Men]
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... Alexander is already taking on possible suitors for his services. One of those is supposed to be the bastard Patriots, who seem to be the perfect rejuvenation for wayward NFL players who want to make guys like Dick Nichols eat crow. ...
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So Long Shaun Alexander
stetsports.com 4/22/2008 — He should be grateful; he can jump on board with the NFL Network just in time for this Saturday's draft. Better than trying to sell himself as a third-down back who can't catch and has bad feet. There can only be so many Michael Pittmans in the league.
stetsports.com 4/22/2008 — He should be grateful; he can jump on board with the NFL Network just in time for this Saturday's draft. Better than trying to sell himself as a third-down back who can't catch and has bad feet. There can only be so many Michael Pittmans in the league.
The Madden Curse Continues
bustedplay.com 4/22/2008 — Shaun Alexander, who rushed for over 1,800 yards two years ago and was featured on the cover of Madden, has been cut by the Seattle Seahawks . Alexander, who is signed through the 2010, is scheduled to make $4.475 million this season. The Seahawks have two possible ways of releasing him. They could simply terminate his contract. If they do that, they would have a cap loss of $125,000. ...
bustedplay.com 4/22/2008 — Shaun Alexander, who rushed for over 1,800 yards two years ago and was featured on the cover of Madden, has been cut by the Seattle Seahawks . Alexander, who is signed through the 2010, is scheduled to make $4.475 million this season. The Seahawks have two possible ways of releasing him. They could simply terminate his contract. If they do that, they would have a cap loss of $125,000. ...
Putting Alexander's demise in perspective
myespn.go.com 4/23/2008 — Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The numbers say Shaun Alexander let down the Seahawks after signing a lucrative contract following his 2005 MVP season. That is the easiest part of the Alexander story to understand. A case could be made that the ...
myespn.go.com 4/23/2008 — Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The numbers say Shaun Alexander let down the Seahawks after signing a lucrative contract following his 2005 MVP season. That is the easiest part of the Alexander story to understand. A case could be made that the ...
Seahawks thank Alexander in statement
myespn.go.com 4/23/2008 — Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The Seahawks have confirmed Shaun Alexander's release from the team following eight seasons. Team president and general manager Tim Ruskell put it this way in a statement: " This was an extremely difficult ...
myespn.go.com 4/23/2008 — Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The Seahawks have confirmed Shaun Alexander's release from the team following eight seasons. Team president and general manager Tim Ruskell put it this way in a statement: " This was an extremely difficult ...
Seahawks Release Shaun Alexander. Here's His Statement Regarding the Release
bizoffootball.com 4/23/2008 — Two years after winning the league MVP, Shaun Alexander has been released by the Seattle Seahawks . The 30-year-old Alexander had an up and down career in Seattle, posting three trips to the Pro Bowl, the aforementioned MVP, but had his numbers drop considerably the last two seasons. Here is Alexander's complete statement regarding the release.
bizoffootball.com 4/23/2008 — Two years after winning the league MVP, Shaun Alexander has been released by the Seattle Seahawks . The 30-year-old Alexander had an up and down career in Seattle, posting three trips to the Pro Bowl, the aforementioned MVP, but had his numbers drop considerably the last two seasons. Here is Alexander's complete statement regarding the release.
Madden Curse continues as Shaun Alexander cut by Seahawks
allonthefield.blogspot.com 4/23/2008 — It really shouldn't surprise us anymore when something bad happens to a former Madden cover man.
allonthefield.blogspot.com 4/23/2008 — It really shouldn't surprise us anymore when something bad happens to a former Madden cover man.
NFL Wednesday: Dolphins Sign Long; Bengals Nix Chad Trade; Allen to Vikings; Seahawks Release Alexander
footballforbreakfast.com 4/23/2008 — Dolphins sign Michigan's Jake Long as No. 1 pick, Bengals nix first-round pick offer from Redskins, Jared Allen traded to Vikings, Seahawks release Shaun Alexander and much more local hometown NFL news for Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
footballforbreakfast.com 4/23/2008 — Dolphins sign Michigan's Jake Long as No. 1 pick, Bengals nix first-round pick offer from Redskins, Jared Allen traded to Vikings, Seahawks release Shaun Alexander and much more local hometown NFL news for Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
Shaun Alexander
fieldgulls.com 4/23/2008 — Here I sit, exhausted. I want to write something eloquent, with all the pop and excitement of a great run, but it’s not there. Not now. Not today. Maybe if I hadn’t eaten so much, or my night not been so long, had I not changed into my ...
fieldgulls.com 4/23/2008 — Here I sit, exhausted. I want to write something eloquent, with all the pop and excitement of a great run, but it’s not there. Not now. Not today. Maybe if I hadn’t eaten so much, or my night not been so long, had I not changed into my ...
Seahawks Release Shaun Alexander
nflguru.net 4/23/2008 — Just 26 months after Shaun Alexander signed a $62 million contract, the Seattle Seahawks have released the former MVP. “It’s sad, really,” Seahawks President Tim Ruskell said after announcing the move. “He’s been such ...
nflguru.net 4/23/2008 — Just 26 months after Shaun Alexander signed a $62 million contract, the Seattle Seahawks have released the former MVP. “It’s sad, really,” Seahawks President Tim Ruskell said after announcing the move. “He’s been such ...
Released Alexander Interested in New England and Indianapolis — Seahawks Gab
Indianapolis ESPN Radio 1070 AM reported that the Indianapolis Colts may be interested in former Seattle RB Shuan Alexander. Reportedly Alexander told his teammates that he might have interest in playing for the Indianapolis Colts and the New England Patriots. The 2005 MVP, record breaker and all-time Seahawks rusher was released on Tuesday after poor 2006 and 2007 seasons. Shaun’s over ...
Patriots Interested in Alexander????????? — Patriots Fan Blog
With the release of Shaun Alexander, could the Pats be interested in him? Well Alexander thinks so. I don’t think we really need him because we already have Maroney, Faulk, Morris, and Eckel at RB position. But just two years ago he was the league’s MVP and set a rushing touchdown record which was then [...]
In The Red Zone: Alexander Interested In Pats; Team Signs Two — SOX & Dawgs
The Seattle Seahawks released former NFL MVP Shaun Alexander today. Alexander, the franchise leader in rushing touchdowns with 100 and over 9,000 rushing yards in 8 seasons, is still recovering from off season surgery on his left wrist.
Once the former All-Pro’s release is finalized he will hit the market and has told friends that both the New England Patriots and Indianapolis ...
Epic Drop: The Seahawks Release Shaun Alexander — Five Tool Tool - The Sports Blog That Loves You Back
Over at the Carnival today, I took a pretty long and involved swipe at Shaun Alexander ; you are, of course, more than invited to go check it out, and when you're done with that and this, click on the Alexander tag to see what's been said about him before. But I'd like to go into more depth -- and hey, it's a blog, I can do that -- on his situation. When Alexander was booed last year, no one ...
Shaun Alexander Released by Seahawks — Every Morning Quarterback
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How quickly a athlete’s fortunes can change in the National Football League. Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander went from the NFL’s Most Valuable Player and leader of the only Seahawks’ Super Bowl team to not even being ...
Lil' Hater Remembers: Shaun Alexander — The Hater Nation
You'd have to say that the most iconic image of Shaun Alexander (or than the awkward spelling of his first name) was his jumping around like a little girl on the sidelines during the playoff game against Washington a couple years ago, faking an injury while his team bailed him out. Guys like Emmitt Smith emphasized individual awards too, but at least you knew he was a gamer. Seriously, I ...
Shaun Alexander is Released but Keeps Smiling — SPORTSbyBROOKS
In a quick turn of events, Seahawk fans will now be forced to find something new to complain about. Current whipping boy, Shaun Alexander , was released today .
( I can still keep my wife, right?)
That’s right, just 2 years after winning league MVP and leading Seattle to the Super Bowl, Alexander finds himself looking for a job. Bones made of peanut brittle seem to have that ...
The Madden Curse strikes again: The Seahawks release Shaun Alexander — Hail Mary Jane
I’m tired of hearing people say that the Madden curse is a myth. Just ask the 04 coverboy Michael Vick . Now you can also ask Shaun Alexander how thats worked out for him as well.
Shaun Alexander was released from the Seahawks and its not a total surprise. After his historic 2006 campaign where he rushed for 1,880 yards and had 28 TD’s he was never the same.
Alexander was ...
Shaun Alexander: Um, no — Stampede Blue
Our own skywalker made a FanPost (still getting used to calling them FanPosts and not diaries) about Seattle releasing Shaun Alexander and brought up the possibility of the Colts signing the former MVP.
No offense, but no way.
I can understand the impulse to snatch up a guy like Alexander. The NFL and the AP don't just hand out MVP trophies, and in 2005 he was arguably the best player ...
Sounds Good To Me: Shaun Alexander to N.E. — New England Sports Blog
According to John Clayton (ESPNEWS):
Freshly released All-Pro Running Back Shaun Alexander is telling former teammates that he has "potential opportunities" with the New England Patriots! A Sleeper need for this Patriots football team is a Maroney insurance policy. Why ignore that this problem exists? I believe Bill Belichick should and possibly will ...
Your Mock Draft Is Worthless!! (Blame Shaun Alexander) — FakeTeams
The Seattle Seahawks released RB Shaun Alexander last night , kicking the greatest RB in team history out to the curb. This came only two years after signing him to a massive $68 million contract. Good planning on that. The Seahawks will go with a fantasy-maddening RB committee of Maurice Morris, TJ Duckett and Julius Jones this season but that's something to cover later on. ...
Seahawks release all-time leading rusher Alexander — Chicago Bear's Blog
KIRKLAND, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract as the franchise’s cornerstone.
Shockingly, It Wasn't All Shaun Alexander's Fault That Things Didn't Work Out in Seattle — FanHouse
I'm not sure this'll make Shaun Alexander feel better about losing out on $4.5 million he was scheduled to make in 2008, but it's a nice gesture by the organization nonetheless. Seahawks general manager Tim Ruskell releases statements : "This was an extremely difficult decision. We thank Shaun for his commitment both on and off the field over the last eight years. He played a huge role in ...
Breaking News: Shaun Alexander Released — NFL RUMORS
Running back Shaun Alexander was released by the Seattle Seahawks Tuesday. The move comes just 26 months after the 2005 league MVP signed a $62 million contract. Shaun Alexander has lost a step the past two seasons. The running back's numbers are down considerably from his MVP season in 2005. Before his release, Alexander had to take a procedural physical in order to facilitate the ...
Could Alexander be AFC West bound? — ESPN.com - NFL Nation Blog
Posted by ESPN.com's Bill Williamson Last Friday, we discussed the possibility of all four AFC West teams drafting a running back early in the draft. Thus, it begs the question? Will any of the teams in this division take a look at former NFL MVP Shaun Alexander who was cut by Seattle on Tuesday? As of right now, the answer is probably not. The primary reason why the AFC West teams are ...
Shaun Alexander: Seahawks tell him to walk — Footballguys Blog
Shaun Alexander was given his release today , after 8 years in Seattle. The writing had been on the wall for some time, as the Seahawks went out and signed not one, but two free agent runners this offseason: T.J. Duckett and Julius Jones. Alexander has been synonymous with the Seahawks under Mike Holmgren’s tenure.
Over a 5-year period (2001-2005), Alexander enjoyed one of the most ...
SHAUN OFFICIALLY GONE — ProFootballTalk.com
In a move that would have seemed unthinkable two years ago, the Seattle Seahawks have officially parted ways with running back Shaun Alexander.
It was two years ago that Alexander received a big-money, long-term deal from the ‘Hawks after winning the league MVP award during a push for that contract. Injuries and ineffectiveness have marred his [...]
Shaun Alexander Thanks Seahawks Fans, Says He'll Play Again, But Keep Living in Seattle — Enjoy the Enjoyment
Just got this in my email--from Shaun Alexander's press people: We received the news from the Seahawks' front office today that I have been released. While it really isn't a surprise, this news marks a major transition in my life. I started my NFL career in Seattle and hoped I could remain with the team through the rest of my days as a player. That said, things change. I will be playing for ...
Shaun Alexander Released — FantasyFanatics.com Fantasy Sport Articles
PA Sports Ticker is reporting that the Seattle Seahawks have released veteran running back Shaun Alexander. A top pick of many fantasy drafts during the last few seasons, Alexander recorded 27 touchdowns during an MVP campaign in 2005.
He's found the end zone just 11 times since. The Seahawks will go with a tandem of Julius Jones and T.J. Duckett next season.
Source Reports Alexander’s Release Imminent — NFL Gridiron Gab
The Seattle Seahawks have been mum on the situation in regard to running back Shaun Alexander, but today the Seattle Times is reporting that Alexander is as good as gone and has played his last game for the Hawks. The paper says that a source close to the situation claims that Alexander may be released as tonight or Wednesday. The back is the all-time leading rusher for the Hawks, but he ...
SPORTS SHORTS — NY Post: Sports
NFL: Seahawks cut Alexander The Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract as the franchise's cornerstone. Seattle president Tim Ruskell said yesterday the team released Alexander...
NFL: Seahawks cut Alexander The Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract as the franchise's cornerstone. Seattle president Tim Ruskell said yesterday the team released Alexander...
Seahawks say goodbye to Shaun Alexander — The Seattle Times: Sports
Anticipation of Shaun Alexander's release began in the first week of March, when the Seahawks signed two new running backs. Still, the conclusion to...
Anticipation of Shaun Alexander's release began in the first week of March, when the Seahawks signed two new running backs. Still, the conclusion to...
Seahawks release Shaun Alexander — L.A. Times - Pro Football
The former MVP is cut two years after signing a $62-million contract. > The Seattle Seahawks released former most valuable player Shaun Alexander , only 26 months after he signed a ...
The former MVP is cut two years after signing a $62-million contract. > The Seattle Seahawks released former most valuable player Shaun Alexander , only 26 months after he signed a ...
Shaun Alexander encounters a defender he can't outrun: Time — The Seattle Times: Sports
NFL teams are on the clock. They're always on the clock. Time passes at warp speed. Eras end almost as quickly as they begin. Time isn't marching, it's...
NFL teams are on the clock. They're always on the clock. Time passes at warp speed. Eras end almost as quickly as they begin. Time isn't marching, it's...
Seahawks release former MVP running back Shaun Alexander — Boston.com -- Football news
From MVP to vilified to unemployed in a little more than two years. Shaun Alexander's free fall in Seattle was completed Tuesday when the Seahawks cut the running back who led them to their only Super Bowl appearance in 2006 and was rewarded soon ...
From MVP to vilified to unemployed in a little more than two years. Shaun Alexander's free fall in Seattle was completed Tuesday when the Seahawks cut the running back who led them to their only Super Bowl appearance in 2006 and was rewarded soon ...
NFL Roundup: Seattle releases Shaun — NYDailyNews.com - Football
The Seattle Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract.
The Seattle Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract.
Seahawks Give Alexander an Unconditional Release — NYT > Pro Football
The N.F.L.’s 2005 most valuable player was released by the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday after two consecutive seasons marked by injuries and decreased production.
The N.F.L.’s 2005 most valuable player was released by the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday after two consecutive seasons marked by injuries and decreased production.
Seahawks release running back Alexander — Boston.com -- Football news
The Seattle Seahawks have released former-MVP running back Shaun Alexander, the NFL team said on Tuesday.
The Seattle Seahawks have released former-MVP running back Shaun Alexander, the NFL team said on Tuesday.
Seahawks release former MVP running back Shaun Alexander — chicagotribune.com - Sports
The Seattle Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract as the franchise's cornerstone.
The Seattle Seahawks released former MVP Shaun Alexander, just 26 months after he signed a $62 million contract as the franchise's cornerstone.
With crowded backfield, Seattle cuts Alexander — FOXSports.com News for NFL
The Seattle Seahawks have released former MVP running back Shaun Alexander. Seahawks president Tim Ruskell said Tuesday that Alexander was released unconditionally after passing a physical.
The Seattle Seahawks have released former MVP running back Shaun Alexander. Seahawks president Tim Ruskell said Tuesday that Alexander was released unconditionally after passing a physical.
Seahawks expected to cut Shaun Alexander — Latest Sporting News Articles for NFL
SEATTLE (AP) -- The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running ...
SEATTLE (AP) -- The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running ...
Seahawks to make 'announcement' about RB Alexander — USATODAY.com NFL - Top Stories
The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running back Shaun Alexander appears imminent.
The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running back Shaun Alexander appears imminent.
Rumors swirl in Seattle over Alexander's future — FOXSports.com News for NFL
The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running back Shaun Alexander appears imminent. Alexander's agent, Jim Steiner, told The Associated Press Tuesday that "an announcement is pending" about Alexander's future ...
The long-anticipated separation between the Seattle Seahawks and former MVP running back Shaun Alexander appears imminent. Alexander's agent, Jim Steiner, told The Associated Press Tuesday that "an announcement is pending" about Alexander's future ...
Seahawks Appear On Verge of Releasing S. Alexander — Mark Maske's NFL Insider
The Seattle Seahawks apparently are on the verge of releasing tailback Shaun Alexander, a former league most valuable player. An announcement could come later today or Wednesday, a person close to the situation said. The move has been expected for ...
The Seattle Seahawks apparently are on the verge of releasing tailback Shaun Alexander, a former league most valuable player. An announcement could come later today or Wednesday, a person close to the situation said. The move has been expected for ...
Seahawks could release Alexander after physical — ESPN.com - NFL
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander is having a physical Tuesday that could lead to his release.
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander is having a physical Tuesday that could lead to his release.
Seahawks will release Shaun Alexander — The Seattle Times: Sports
Shaun Alexander, who led the Seahawks to the Super Bowl in 2005, will be released today or Wednesday by the team.
Shaun Alexander, who led the Seahawks to the Super Bowl in 2005, will be released today or Wednesday by the team.
