April 19th, 2010 11:07pm PST
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Marshall goes to Miami...
Well it came as little surprise the trading of Brandon Marshall (10 touchdowns in 2009), but how quickly it was done and to whom he was traded may have raised a few eyebrows. Marshall (10 touchdowns in 2009) had lobbied last season (with Denver) for a trade and last week the Broncos obliged by trading the two-time Pro Bowl receiver to Miami for a pair of second round picks.
For the Dolphins they acquire a legit go-to receiver and raise the fantasy stock value of their 3rd year quarterback Chad Henne. Last season Henne through just 12 touchdowns, but with Marshall's large frame that should instantly add a few more to the total for 2010.
Niners pick up Ginn...
With the arrival of Marshall to Miami, it became time for the Phins to part ways with wide receiver Tedd Ginn Jr. The Dolphins already had Ginn on the block, but once they pulled the trigger on other deal this move was much easier to execute. The Niners gave a 5th round pick for Ginn and get not only some added depth at the receiver spot, but some playmaking ability on special teams.
Ginn is an exceptional special teams talent. In three seasons with the Dolphins he has three returns for touchdowns, including two in 2009. He will add a dimension to the Niners that was missing last season. He also has the talent and ability to challenge for the starting job opposite wide receiver Crabtree.
Big Ben likely to face punishment...
Despite no criminal charges being filed, the whole sticky mess that Steelers’ quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has gotten himself into will cost him dearly. According to "The National Football Post" NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said today that Big Ben has violated the NFL's personal conduct policy.
Big Ben was under investigation for allegedly sexually assaulting a 20-year old Georgia woman. He was not charged, but is now likely to face a league suspension for his involvement with the whole incident. There has yet to be any speculation for the length of the penalty, but considering the sensitivity and nature of this particular situation four games would not come as a surprise.
The Washington Post is reporting the suspension could come down as early as Wednesday.
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