The UFL will have four teams in its first season. Those teams are located in San Francisco, New York, Las Vegas and Orlando. Additionally, the league plans to play games in Sacramento, Los Angeles and Hartford.

Although many people are skeptical about how long the UFL will survive, they have already landed some interesting coaches. The San Francisco team will be coached by Dennis Green, the New York Team will be coached by Ted Cottrell, the Las Vegas team will be coached by Jim Fassel and the Orlando team will be coached by Jim Haslett.

Signing Vick obviously would do wonders for the UFL. Fans would undoubtedly tune in to see Vick play on a football field once again.

That said, Vick playing in the UFL might not make much sense for him if he ever hopes to play in the NFL again. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell wants Vick to prove that he’s sorry for what he’s done and it’s unlikely that Vick playing in the NFL will help matters.

Will Michael Vick play in the UFL? (Image: Zuma Press)

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Michael Vick to the United Football League?

1. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - Florida
2. Beaver Stadium - Penn State
3. Tiger Stadium - LSU
4. Ohio Stadium Stadium - Ohio State
5. Gaylord-Oklahoma Memorial - Oklahoma

You can see the rest of the list here . Of course, I’m happy to see Beaver Stadium on the list. If you’ve ever been there, you understand why it’s #2. The crowd is intense and it is LOUD. I sure as hell wouldn’t want to play there. I’m assuming others on the list are similar.

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Hardest Places to Play in NCAA Football

While this rumor sounds like a longshot, Jerry Jones is known to make surprise moves. Signing the future Hall of Fame wide receiver would definitely be a surprise.

Harrison is coming off of a season in which he didn’t perform up to his normal standards. He finished the campaign with 60 receptions with 636 receiving yards and five touchdowns.

Considering that Harrison will be 37 years old by the start of the 2009 NFL season, it’s questionable if he has much left in the tank. If the Cowboys do sign him, Harrison would probably start opposite of Roy Williams and ahead of Miles Austin.

All in all, this rumor isn’t as strong as the Marvin Harrison to the Vikings rumors we heard earlier in the week.

Marvin Harrison to the Cowboys? (Image: Zuma Press)

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Rumors: Cowboys Considering Marvin Harrison

One possible destination could be the New England Patriots. McGinest played for the Patriots from 1994 to 2005. After spending the last three seasons with the Browns, it’s possible McGinest could end up back in New England.

The Patriots value veterans — especially veteran linebackers. It wouldn’t be too surprising to see McGinest sign a small deal with the Patriots at some point before training camp.

Another possible destination is the Miami Dolphins. Bill Parcells is another person in the NFL who values veterans and he knows McGinest well.

In his career, McGinest has played in 212 games and has recorded 798 tackles, 86 sacks, 16 forced fumbles and five interceptions. Last season, had 56 tackles but was only able to tally one sack — the lowest number for his career.

Willie McGinest Rumors (Image: Zuma Press)

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Willie McGinest Rumors and News

In the lawsuit, which was filed by attorney Keith McKenna, accuses EA Sports of "unjust enrichment." They say that the use of their names and images without permission in an invasion of privacy for commercial purposes.

A spokesperson for EA Sports has said that the company, NCAA, and Collegiate Licensing Company have all reviewed the case and don’t believe that their claims have merit. The company says it has not violated any NCAA bylaws or athlete rights laws.

Do you think it’s fair for a video game to include a real person without that person’s permission?

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Two More Players Sue EA Sports

Myles Brand, Image: Newscom

Brand’s acceptance speech was less than five minutes long, but it’s more than most expected. He didn’t come to the NCAA’s annual Washington, D.C. convention, nor did he make trips to San Antonio or Orland to pick up other awards he won.

Although he was noticably thinner and appeared weak, Brand’s spirits were good, and sources close to the family say he’s doing as well as can be expected. Said Brand that night,

“It’s been my great pleasure to help lead the work of the NCAA these past seven years. I believe it’s a great mission, and we are now harvesting the benefits of our hard work.”

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NCAA’s Brand Honored at Pathfinder Ceremony

An indefinite suspension for Burress and Vick would likely keep both players from participating in the 2009 NFL season. Although the move by Goodell would be somewhat surprising, it would align with his goal of cleaning up the league’s image.

Vick was recently released from prison but hasn’t yet served a suspension from the NFL. If his indefinite suspension continues, the earliest he would likely see the field against is the 2010 NFL season.

Burress is facing gun charges and has thus far refused to take a plea bargain. The talented wide receiver has a number of teams interested in his services but this latest news makes it sound like he won’t be available for this forthcoming year.

Roger Goodell - NFL Commissioner (Image: Zuma Press)

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Indefinite Suspensions for Burress, Vick?

Recently, Even Berry, brother of safety Eric Berry, has verbally committed to play for Tennessee under Lane Kiffin. That’s great - but Berry is only 13 and hasn’t even played a single high school game yet. However, his coach has said that the quarterback/running back/free safety plays on another level and has natural instinct handling the ball.

Tennessee's new head coach, Lane Kiffin. Image: Newscom

Of course, his coach is also his father, James Berry, who also attended Tennessee.

Even has a twin brother named Elliot who is also, apparently, a football start at 13, but hasn’t announced anything about college choices yet, though he has said that prefers LSU as of now. Papa Berry says that both boys are more talented and at a higher skill level than older brother Eric was at their age.

Committing at such a young age seems really limiting and, frankly, stupid. I remember how I saw the world when I was 13, and even if the kid is super mature, your college choice is HUGE. He’s admitted that he doesn’t really know anything but Tennessee. Personally, I wisih his parents would push him to explore tons of options over the next four years - even non-football options.

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Tennessee is Robbing the Recruiting Cradle

Considering that Brian Westbrook could be out for much of the exhibition season, McCoy will likely get a number of careers in the preseason. If he does well in preseason games, McCoy could even share carries with Westbrook — especially around the goal line.

Last year at Pittsburgh, McCoy had 1,488 rushing yards with 21 touchdowns. He also had 32 receptions for 305 yards. He had no fumbles on the season and his biggest game came against Rutgers when he had 146 rushing yards, 34 receiving yards and four touchdowns.

The Eagles have now only have one unsigned draft pick — Jeremy Maclin, their first round selection. The Eagles are hopeful that they can sign the wide receiver prior to the start of training camp.

LeSean McCoy - Philadelphia Eagles (Image: Zuma Press)

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LeSean McCoy Signs with Eagles

Apparently, Kindle was texting while driving, and when looking at a message, he lost control of his car and crashed into an apartment building in Austin. The crash caused just under $9000 worth of damage, but no one was hurt. Sources say that after the crash, he pushed his car out of the building and drove home.

Sergio Kindle, Image:Newscom

That’s not against the law in Texas, apparently. He hit a stationary object and didn’t hurt anyone, so he’s only required to file a report, which he did (or will be doing soon, according to his lawyer). His insurance will likely cover the damage, but he’s also offered to pay for it out of pocket.

Kindle was checked by team doctors after the accident and was suffering from a concussion, but they concluded that he didn’t have to go to the hospital. Spokesman John Biano says that he told coaches the next day about the accident. This isn’t the first time he’s had trouble on the road - in 2007, he was suspended for three games for drunk driving.

Moral of the story? Don’t text while you drive, kids. It’s stupid, dangerous, and potentialy lethal. Kindle got lucky he wasn’t hurt more and didn’t hurt someone else.

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Texting in Texas Leads to Crash