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Will Andre Smith hold-out all of training camp because of contract negotiations?
Chick Ludwig writes that it would be a shock, if Andre Smith " surfaces at Georgetown College ". We're not talking about a 2-3 day holdout; the Chickster is talking about missing all of training camp . When the Bengals drafted Smith, he was represented by Rick Smith to presumably ...
GM Smith wraps up offseason: Part 2
houstontexans.com — Texans general manager Rick Smith sat down with Texans TV s Brooke Bentley to evaluate how this... year s draft picks and free agents performed during organized team activities and mini-camp. He also discussed his biggest concerns as the Texans head ... (more) GM Smith wraps up offseason: Part 2
Houston Texans Tailgate Insider – Tuesday June 23
Houston Texans Tailgate Insider – Tuesday June 23
ustailgate.com — Texans owner Bob McNair , general manager Rick Smith and coach Gary Kubiak left the Methodist Training... Center knowing they have more talent than at any time in the team’s eight-year history. They also know fans have playoffs-or-bust expectations. “ The playoffs are why I came here ... (more) Houston Texans Tailgate Insider – Tuesday June 23
GM Smith wraps up offseason: Part 1
houstontexans.com — Texans general manager Rick Smith sat down with Texans TV s Brooke Bentley to evaluate how this... year s draft picks and free agents performed during organized team activities and mini-camp. He also discussed his biggest concerns as the Texans head ... (more) GM Smith wraps up offseason: Part 1
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Around the NFL: FAVRE!, Making a Fashion Statement; and Andre Smith
Acme Packing Company — ... was the pick. Raji is looking even better since he's been working hard at practice all summer, but Cincinnati is wondering if Smith will show up for training camp at all. ...

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