Albert Haynesworth News: Pro Sports Daily

Haynesworth calls out Clabo, Dahl on radio show

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November 7

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

"Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth took umbrage with the Falcons' blocking techniques in a radio interview Thursday night and challenged linemen Tyson Clabo and Harvey Dahl. On the "Late Hits" show on Sirius Radio hosted by Bryan McGovern and Ross Tucker, Haynesworth was asked about Clabo and Dahl blocking "all the way up to and including the echo of the whistle." Haynesworth, who was recently voted the second-dirtiest player in the league in a Sports Illustrated poll, is clearly not a fan of their blocking intensity. "Yeah, I don't have the patience for stuff like that," Haynesworth said. "I guess this is where the second-rated dirtiest player can come out. When it ..."

Haynesworth doesn't stay to the end

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October 19

Washington Post

"On one drive early in the first quarter of the Washington Redskins' 14-6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, rookie linebacker-defensive end Brian Orakpo broke through the left side of the offensive line and took down quarterback Matt Cassel. A few plays later it was Chris Wilson getting to the quarterback, and three snaps after that defensive end Andre Carter broke through and sacked Cassel, jarring the ball loose. The drive was indicative of the recent play of a defensive line that is proving to be the formidable unit many expected it to be after key additions this offseason. Yet despite another solid performance, one image off the field stood out more than any other on it: star defensive ..."

Redskins DT Haynesworth: 'Tampa really came after me hard'

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September 30

Tampa Tribune

"To hear defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth tell it, the Washington Redskins are saddled with as many early-season problems as the winless Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With Washington falling to 1-2 following a 19-14 loss at Detroit, Coach Jim Zorn's job security has been called into question heading into Sunday's home game against Tampa Bay. The Redskins have been outscored 37-13 in the opening half and opponents are converting third downs at an absurd 51.2 percent clip. "We're not playing like we should,'' said Haynesworth, a two-time Pro Bowler in Tennessee before signing with the Redskins in March as a free agent. "With all this talent, we haven't even scratched the surface. We're really ..."

DT Albert Haynesworth has plenty of praise, respect for Jim Schwartz

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September 24

Detroit Free Press

"As the Lions trudged toward 0-16 last year, Albert Haynesworth would tease Jim Schwartz. "I said, 'Detroit's looking mighty attractive for you,' " Haynesworth said Wednesday in a conference call with Detroit reporters. "I said, 'I'm going to bet you that you're going to be the head coach there.' He's like, 'Aw, nah, nah.' " Sure enough, Schwartz landed the Lions' head coaching job in January after eight years as Tennessee's defensive coordinator. But Haynesworth, Schwartz's star defensive tackle, didn't follow him to Detroit. He signed a gigantic free-agent contract with Washington instead, and the two will face each other Sunday, when the 1-1 Redskins visit Ford Field. Did Schwartz ever ..."

Washington's Albert Haynesworth has high praise for former coordinator Jim Schwartz

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September 24

Michigan Live

"Under normal circumstances, NFL players worth $100 million are agroup of quarterbacks. Albert Haynesworth of the Washington Redskins, though, got that huge pay day as a defensive tackle -- and as a man who loves to terrorize quarterbacks. The Detroit Lions (0-2) will have to deal with Haynesworth on Sunday as they host the 1-1 Redskins at 1 p.m. at Ford Field. The Lions have lost 19 consecutive regular-season games. Haynesworth said the Redskins, who struggled to defeat the lowly St. Louis Rams 9-7 last week, aren't taking the Lions lightly. "I'm not overlooking the Lions. We scored nine points against the Rams last week and I think the Lions are a lot better than the Rams," Haynesworth ..."

Albert Haynesworth to Lions' Jim Schwartz: 'I was just joking about Detroit'

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September 23

Michigan Live

"When Pro Bowl defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth was a free agent in the off-season, he didn't get a phone call from the Detroit Lions and he hopes it wasn't anything he said to Lions head coach Jim Schwartz. Schwartz was Haynesworth's defensive coordinator with the Tennessee Titans for seven years. "During (last) season, I was always joking and saying 'Hey man, that Detroit job is looking mighty attractive for you. I'm going to bet you're going to be the head coach,'' Haynesworth said in a conference call. "He's like 'Aw, nah.''' Haynesworth was asked if Schwartz tried to convince him to follow Schwartz to Detroit : "I said, 'Aw, hell no. There's nothing up there for me.' "I was joking. ..."

Measured praise for Haynesworth

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September 18

Washington Examiner

"He praised him. He didn't want to canonize him. In defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth's first game with the Redskins, he occupied blockers; chased down ballcarriers going the other way and shoved his man into the backfield. A few times. It's what the Redskins expected. "He was definitely a factor in how the game transpired," Redskins defensive coordinator Greg Blache said. But they're also not about to credit Haynesworth for a revival of the Redskins' defense. Considering it ranked No. 4 overall last year, they did not need him to do more than what he did Sunday. Nor does Blache think that Haynesworth was responsible in part for linebacker London Fletcher's 18 tackles. "No, I don't buy ..."

Haynesworth's heavyweight fight

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September 15

Washington Examiner

columnist Rick Snider

"Lost amid the Washington Redskins' opening loss was an old-fashioned gladiator fight. New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs versus Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth. At least 600 combined pounds crashing together in an absolute stalemate. Jacobs needed one yard on consecutive plays sandwiching the first quarter's end. Twice Haynesworth stopped the giant Giant short on the three-yard line, the second time taking the breath from the defensive tackle. Fortunately, it was fourth down to provide added recovery time. Critics will say Haynesworth's line score of four tackles was disappointing for a $100 million man. They're sadly missing the point. Instead, scan the ..."

Giants' defensive ends create all the havoc

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September 14

Washington Times

"New York's bookends overshadowed Big Al's debut. In an NFC East showdown featuring three of the game's marquee defensive linemen, New York sack specialists Osi Umenyiora and Justin Tuck trumped Washington defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth in the impact department. Haynesworth, whom the Redskins lured from Tennessee with the most lucrative contract for a defensive lineman in history ($41 million guaranteed), was on the field for roughly two-thirds of New York's offensive snaps. The 6-foot-6, 350-pound behemoth - who had been plagued by back trouble in the offseason - recorded four tackles, including a rather modest one tackle for loss, in his Washington debut. Umenyiora and Tuck, ..."

Haynesworth Leaves New Team at a Loss With His Impact

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September 14

Washington Post

columnist Sally Jenkins

"If Albert Haynesworth were just another guy, you'd say he did fine in his debut in a Washington uniform, even had a couple of big moments. But Haynesworth is not another guy -- he is a hundred million dollars and 350 pounds of bulk, and he had a lot of other moments when you never noticed him. You scanned the field vainly, looking for that seismic impact and disruptive force he is supposed to bring. Too often when your eye found him, he was kneeling on the sidelines, his nostrils flaring. Haynesworth is a huge mass of a man, no question, and there is also no question he feels the responsibility of his contract, and wants to be worth it. There were occasions when he seemed to meet the ..."

No Haynesworth, no problem for Titans D-line

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September 11

Nashville City Paper

"Despite 363 yards passing by Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, who completed 33 of 43 throws Thursday night in a 13-10 overtime victory, the Tennessee Titans defensive line answered many of the questions about how it would do sans Albert Haynesworth. Haynesworth left for the Washington Redskins as a free agent in the off-season for a $100 million contract, leaving many to ask if the Titans defensive line could be as effective without him. The Titans sacked Roethlisberger four times and intercepted him twice in the game, and laid some hard shots on the quarterback including one where Jevon Kearse came in unblocked to level him. Also, the defensive line spearheaded a strong effort ..."

How to Measure $100 Million in Impact

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September 11

Washington Post

"Entering the first game of the season, the Washington Redskins' second-year coach has to constantly shun talk of the proverbial hot seat, and the embattled quarterback has to field never-ending questions about pressure to perform. But the talented defensive tackle, the $100 million chess piece that is supposed to help the Redskins contend in the NFC East? Albert Haynesworth doesn't seem to be worried about a thing. "It's just business for me. Just go out and do what I'm supposed to do," said Haynesworth, the team's biggest offseason upgrade. "I know what I have to do, and I know I have to accomplish that." Many will be watching the Redskins' season opener Sunday against the New York ..."

Job 1 for NY Giants running backs: Get past 350-pound Albert Haynesworth

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September 10

Newark Star-Ledger

"To nab defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth on the first day of free agency, the Redskins put a seven-year, $100 million deal on the table. To Giants center Shaun O'Hara, the move was more than just a defensive upgrade. "In our eyes, he was brought to the Washington Redskins for one reason: to stop our run game," O'Hara said. The Giants' running backs, incidentally, put up 246 yards in their two meetings with the Redskins last year. Brandon Jacobs, the Giants' 264-pound bruiser, was responsible for 187 of those yards -- plus one touchdown. In those games, both Giants wins, the Redskins were "dominated," coach Jim Zorn admitted yesterday. Enter Haynesworth, who caused enough havoc in his ..."

Albert Haynesworth kicks off smack talk by ripping Brandon Jacobs

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September 10

New York Daily News

"Big Albert Haynesworth, the Redskins' new $100 million defensive tackle, doesn't sound overly impressed with big Giants running back Brandon Jacobs. "They all fall the same," Haynesworth said Wednesday. "What is he, 250? I weighed 250 when I was in the 10th grade." For the record, Jacobs - who said he weighed 242 pounds in 10th grade - now is listed at 264 and coming off his second consecutive 1,000-yard season. Still, he now weighs in nearly 100 pounds lighter than the 6-6, 350-pound Haynesworth, the new centerpiece of Washington's defensive line. But Jacobs didn't sound too impressed with Haynesworth, either. He said facing him on Sunday will be the "same challenge as usual," and while ..."

Haynesworth misses practice

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August 4

Washington Examiner

"The doubts centered on his durability, not his talent. Early in training camp, both have been on display. Albert Haynesworth has dominated the middle. And Albert Haynesworth has needed to sit out, the last two practices to be exact. The Redskins say they're not concerned with any long-term issues with Haynesworth and called his Synvisc injection a normal procedure, one that other Redskins have had. However, those other players weren't handed a contract that guaranteed them $41 million. Haynesworth said he could return to practice this morning after resting his left knee again Monday, though coach Jim Zorn said it could be another "day or two." Haynesworth also sat out, as scheduled, the ..."

Haynesworth's injury is 'not serious'

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August 4

Washington Times

"After getting off to a monster start during his first training camp with the Washington Redskins, Albert Haynesworth was held out of Monday's abbreviated practice a day after an injection in his left knee. Neither the All-Pro defensive tackle nor coach Jim Zorn said the knee is anything to worry about long-term. "He started out very well, and he's continuing to show he's going to be a force definitely on our team and in this league," Zorn said. "I'm absolutely pleased with where he's at right now. We're just trying to keep his knee, which is sore from all the work we're doing, and make sure we don't have to shut him down completely for more than a day or two." Haynesworth, who had ..."

The Furies of Albert Haynesworth

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July 26

Washington Examiner

"Albert Haynesworth is a dominant player. Judging by the fear he inspires in opponents, the defensive tackle should be worth every penny the Washington Redskins have invested in him -- potentially 10 billion of them. Dan Brooks, Haynesworth's defensive line coach at the University of Tennessee, watched in amazement last season as three Cleveland Browns tried to block Haynesworth on numerous plays. "It's hard to commit two to a guy," said Brooks, now coaching at Clemson, "but they started committing a third. That kind of becomes, 'Wow.' " "That's rare," agreed CBS analyst and former NFL general manager Charley Casserly. But Haynesworth is a rare player, the big catch of the offseason, wooed ..."

Haynesworth pleads no contest

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July 10

Washington Times

"Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth received a stern warning from a Tennessee judge Thursday after pleading no contest to reckless driving. "You clearly have a problem with speed around here," Williamson County Circuit Judge Jeff Bivins said. "This happened less than four days after you settled a speeding ticket. Please let this be a wake-up call to you, along with the tragic events that occurred this week, that no one is infallible." Bivins was referring to the murder of former Tennessee Titans quarterback and teammate Steve McNair, who was found shot to death in a Nashville apartment July 4. Several Titans, including coach Jeff Fisher, have homes in Williamson County, ..."

Haynesworth: Bucs offered more money

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June 26

St. Petersburg Times

"Some interesting news about the Bucs in an interview that Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth had on Sirius NFL Radio. Haynesworth, the biggest jewel in this season's free-agent crop, chose the Redskins over an offer from the Bucs, apparently giving up money to do so. Here's the juicy parts: Host Adam Schein asked if money was the No. 1 issue in him choosing the Redskins, and Haynesworth said "No, I could've made more money with Tampa Bay if I really wanted to." Asked why he chose the Redskins -- who finished last in the NFC East last season and went 8-8, one game behind the 9-7 Bucs -- here's what Haynesworth had to say: "They offered me a whole lot more, and even with their tax ..."

Haynesworth gets his day in court

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June 8

Washington Examiner

"Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth is expected to be in court Monday, finally facing misdemeanor charges of reckless driving and driving with an expired registration. The charges stem from a December accident that left a Tennessee man injured. Haynesworth also faces a $7.5 million civil lawsuit, filed by Corey Edmonson, who was hurt in the crash and claims that the accident was Haynesworth's fault. Haynesworth faces a maximum sentence of six months in jail and a $500 fine. The expired registration charge is a Class C misdemeanor and carries a maximum punishment of 30 days in jail and a $50 fine."

Tampering often tough to prove

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May 28

Washington Times

"The Tennessee Titans may have a hard time convincing NFL commissioner Roger Goodell that the Washington Redskins improperly talked to their best player or his agent before the Feb. 27 start of free agency. Such cases are much easier to make than actually win in the NFL, which still operates under an "everybody does it" mentality when it comes to tampering, according to multiple league sources. "No question we lost players over the years because of tampering, but it's really tough to prove," former Redskins and Houston Texans general manager Charlie Casserly said. The NFL is investigating the Redskins for their involvement with defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth after the Titans, for whom ..."

Nashville man sues player over I-65 crash

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May 5

Tennessean

"A Nashville man who was injured in an interstate collision with Albert Haynesworth is suing the former Tennessee Titan. Corey Edmondson filed a lawsuit in Williamson County Chancery Court, which asks Haynesworth to pay $7.5 million. The collision occurred Dec. 13 on Interstate 65 near Concord Road in Brentwood. Police said Haynesworth was driving a black Ferrari. Witnesses said the Ferrari was moving quickly in and out of lanes, passing cars and traveling more than the posted 70 mph speed limit. Haynesworth attempted to pass Edmondson, who was driving a 1999 Mercury Marquis. A police report states that Haynesworth was unable to pass Edmondson and the Ferrari made contact with the Marquis, ..."

Haynesworth makes debut with Skins

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May 2

Washington Times

"Albert Haynesworth admits his 320-pound frame is built to play football, not run sprints, which made the opening of Washington Redskins minicamp Friday a welcome departure from conditioning for the offseason's free agent prize. "It's a lot better to be on the field doing football stuff instead of running [100-yard sprints]," he said. "My body is not made to run 100s." Haynesworth's body is made to stuff running backs and sack quarterbacks, which is why the Redskins signed him to a seven-year contract ($41 million guaranteed) in the early hours of Feb. 27. Haynesworth was one of 116 players on the field for two workouts, but nobody wore pads and veterans Santana Moss, London Fletcher and ..."

Haynesworth pleads not guilty to traffic charges

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March 31

Tennessean

"Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor traffic charges. His attorney entered the pleas Monday in Williamson County Circuit Court in Franklin to charges of reckless driving and having expired registration. The charges come from a Dec. 13 incident in which Haynesworth, a former Titan, tried to pass another driver, who crashed into a concrete median and was badly injured. Haynesworth, who signed with the Redskins last month, is free on $1,000 bond. If convicted, Haynesworth faces a maximum punishment of six months in jail and a $500 fine on the reckless driving charge and 30 days in jail and a $50 fine for the other charge."

Haynesworth on Board

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March 16

Washington Times

"Eleven weeks after they said their goodbyes following an ugly second half that concluded their 2008 season, the Washington Redskins reconvene Monday at Redskin Park for the start of offseason conditioning. Defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth and cornerback DeAngelo Hall are expected to be on hand after signing lucrative, long-term contracts - including workout bonuses - during the first few days of free agency. Second-year coach Jim Zorn expects a majority of his players to be there as well for the first of the regular Monday-through-Thursday sessions. The sessions lead into the start of minicamp May 1 and the subsequent organized team activities in late May and early June. Training camp ..."

NFL notes: Legal trouble for Haynesworth

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March 13

Charlotte Observer

"NASHVILLE, Tenn. Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has been indicted on two misdemeanor traffic charges after a Dec.13 crash that seriously injured another driver. District Attorney Kim Helper of Williamson County said Haynesworth was indicted Monday on charges of reckless driving and having expired registration. Haynesworth was released on $1,000 bond after surrendering Wednesday. Maximum punishment is six months in jail and a $500 fine on the reckless driving charge and 30 days in jail and a $50 fine for the other charge. Elsewhere BUFFALO: The Bills said newly signed receiver Terrell Owens will be getting his familiar No.81, and that second-year receiver James ..."

Redskins' Haynesworth indicted

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March 13

Washington Times

"New Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth was indicted this week on two misdemeanor driving charges stemming from a December crash in Brentwood, Tenn. Haynesworth, who signed a seven-year contract Feb. 27 that includes $41 million guaranteed, turned himself in to authorities Wednesday night and was taken to the Williamson County jail, where he posted a $1,000 bail and was released after an hour. The charges are for reckless driving and driving a vehicle with expired registration. Haynesworth's next court date is scheduled for March 30, but District Attorney Kim Helper said he isn't required to attend. The Redskins still expect Haynesworth to be present Monday for the ..."

Haynesworth Indicted on Two Traffic Charges

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March 13

Washington Post

"Washington Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth was indicted yesterday on two misdemeanor traffic charges stemming from a December accident in Tennessee in which another driver was seriously injured. A Williamson County, Tenn., grand jury handed down the indictment on charges of reckless driving and having an expired registration. Reckless driving carries a maximum punishment of six months in jail and a $500 fine, and Haynesworth could receive another 30 days in jail and $50 fine for the other charge, according to the district attorney's office. Haynesworth, a two-time all-pro performer with the Tennessee Titans who signed with the Redskins on Feb. 27, was released after ..."

Grand jury indicts Redskins' Haynesworth

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March 12

Washington Examiner

"A grand jury handed down an indictment against Redskins defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth, alleging reckless driving and having an expired registration, charges that could result in jail time. Williamson County (Tenn.) District Attorney Kim Helper said Haynesworth turned himself in to authorities Wednesday night and was released. He will be arraigned March 30. He does not need to be present at his arraignment. Haynesworth could opt for a trial. The reckless driving charge is a Class B misdemeanor and carries a maximum sentence of six months in jail and a $500 fine. The expired registration charge is a Class C misdemeanor and carries a maximum punishment of 30 days in jail and a $50 fine. ..."

Haynesworth is the big catch so far

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March 3

Minneapolis Star Tribune

columnist Mark Craig

"What better time to talk football than late February, early March, eh? The NFL's new year is five days old, and the first wave of moves hasn't even ended, but it's already been an interesting lead up to the 2009 season. The Giants and Redskins went on the offensive to get a whole lot better defensively. The Chiefs picked up a franchise quarterback for less than anyone would have imagined. And Denver's wunkerkind Josh McDaniels learned the hard way that if a 32-year-old rookie head coach is going to talk about trading the thin-skinned Jay Cutler, then said coach had better not fail to trade the thin-skinned Jay Cutler. Here's a look back at the first four days of the NFL's new year: The ..."

Titans zero in on Washington, Haye in free agency

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March 2

Nashville City Paper

"So, when will the Tennessee Titans get involved in the free agent derby, other than to keep one of their own? Look for the process to begin soon, as Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Nate Washington was scheduled to arrive in Nashville Sunday evening for a meeting with Titans officials on Monday at Baptist Sports Park. Washington would appear to be a strong possibility for the Titans, considering Tennessee just lost Brandon Jones to the San Francisco 49ers (five years, $16.5 million, far above what the Titans put on the table for him) and the fact that Washington’s agent Brian Overstreet told The City Paper over the weekend that Tennessee and Detroit were the finalists for his client. ..."

Impact player

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March 1

Washington Examiner

"The ends close their eyes and see nothing but space, created by the beefy guy next to them, occupying multiple blockers. And they see quarterbacks crumbling to the ground. Finally. The coaches see less exotic schemes, replaced by one mantra: beat the guy in front of you. And they can actually see it happening. The signing of Albert Haynesworth in the first hours of free agency has enabled the Redskins to dream of the possibilities. Most of those dreams end in the same manner: with a turnover or a sack or a stuffed running game. Yes, signing Haynesworth entails risk. He has enough baggage to fill a few overhead bins. The Redskins, for now, see the rewards. "It makes us all dangerous," ..."

Yet another addition for Ring of Cash

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February 28

Washington Times

columnist Thom Loverro

"So when will the celebration parade be held? Will the trophy be on display publicly for viewing? Will there be a ring ceremony at halftime during a game in the upcoming season? The Redskins have won another offseason NFL championship, and if they are going to keep doing that, they might as well make the most out of it, since it is the only title fans can embrace in the Dan Snyder era. So by all means, let's trot Albert Haynesworth and his $100 million contract out for all to see. Put him in a convertible and drive him down Pennsylvania Avenue. Owner Dan Snyder and executive vice president Vinny Cerrato as well - the architects of the Redskins' offseason championship tradition. Maybe they ..."

Skins make Haynesworth $100 million man

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February 28

Washington Times

"Albert Haynesworth's goal was to become the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL history, but when the bidding opened at 12:01 a.m. Friday, he didn't want to hear about the dollars until a proposal was finalized. The call came at about 3:45 a.m. from agent Chad Speck with information Haynesworth would later describe as "astounding." The Washington Redskins' offer: seven years for $100 million, $41 million guaranteed, including $32 million in the next 13 months. "I was like to myself, 'He said what?' " Haynesworth said. "But it kind of all worked out." Worked out for the 27-year-old defensive tackle, who got his record-setting contract, and worked out for the Redskins, who believe they ..."

7-Year Deal Lures All-Pro To Washington

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February 28

Washington Post

"Groggy after being awakened early yesterday morning by a phone call from his agent, Pro Bowl defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth figured he must have misunderstood what was said. Although Haynesworth expected to receive big contract offers with the opening of free agency, he was not prepared for the Washington Redskins' record $100 million proposal. "I was like, 'You said what?' " Haynesworth said. "I was just astounded." Astounded, and eager to leave his home in Knoxville, Tenn., to travel to Redskins Park, where the Redskins introduced their newest player at an evening news conference. Owner Daniel Snyder and Vinny Cerrato, Washington's executive vice president of football operations, ..."

Redskins sign Haynesworth

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February 27

Washington Times

"Seven hours after re-signing cornerback DeAngelo Hall, the Washington Redskins agreed to terms with one of the best available free agents on this year's market. Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth has agreed to terms with the Redskins and will be introduced at a press conference later Friday, a league source said around 6:35 a.m. This comes after the Redskins re-signed DeAngelo Hall to a six-year, $54 million contract that includes $22.5 million in guaranteed money. Terms for Haynesworth's deal weren't available, but ESPN reported that the deal was for seven years, $100 million -- with $41 million of that guaranteed. It would be the richest contract in NFL history for a ..."

Haynesworth's choice: Redskins

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February 27

ESPN.com

"Albert Haynesworth hit the free agent jackpot Friday morning by reaching a seven-year, $100 million deal with the Washington Redskins that could end up maxing out at at $115 million based on his performance, according to sources. The deal, which was reached early Friday morning, includes $41 million in guarantees. During the first 13 months of the contract, Haynesworth will earn approximately $32 million. His phone almost exploded with opportunities Friday morning when free agency started. More teams contacted him than expected. During the first hour, Haynesworth had at least six teams willing to give him more than $30 million in guarantees. He and his agent, Chad Speck,, spent several ..."

Titans free agents prepared to test market

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February 26

Nashville City Paper

"What will the market bear as free agency begins? That appears to be the big questions with free agents across the NFL, and in particular here at home with the Tennessee Titans. As the clock ticks toward midnight Friday, the Titans currently don't appear close to a deal with any of their 12 remaining unrestricted free agents. The belief is that Titans general manager Mike Reinfeldt has set what he believes is fair market value for each player the team has interest in re-signing and is more than willing to allow the players to go out and see for themselves if the number Reinfeldt has in mind is really in line or not with the price the players and their agents are set on. It is all but a ..."

Redskins To Pursue Titans All-Pro Haynesworth

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February 26

Washington Post

"The Washington Redskins plan to pursue Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth if he becomes a free agent tomorrow -- though it appears their salary cap situation might prevent them from signing the Pro Bowl performer -- and hope to reach a contract agreement with cornerback DeAngelo Hall before the market opens, NFL sources said yesterday. The Redskins also have significant interest in Dallas defensive end Chris Canty, according to league sources, who would be a far less expensive alternative to Haynesworth, and are seeking upgrades along the offensive line, though likely only by pursuing second-tier free agents. League tampering rules prohibit teams from beginning the ..."

Agent: No deal between Haynesworth, Redskins

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February 25

NFL.com

"After receiving more than 30 telephone calls and e-mails Tuesday from members of the Washington media regarding a potential deal between his client and the Redskins, Albert Haynesworth’s agent, Chad Speck, felt the need to publicly address the situation. “Albert is not allowed to have a deal with another team, and he doesn’t have a deal with another team,” Speck e-mailed Tuesday night. “We continue to keep the lines of communication open with Tennessee. The rumors suggesting that a deal is in place between Albert and the Washington Redskins are completely false.” What is true is that the Redskins are one of a handful of teams that will have interest in Haynesworth. But for whoever signs ..."

Titans will pay a price no matter whether Albert Haynesworth stays or goes

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February 22

Tennessean

columnist David Climer

"So far this offseason, it's all about Al. Will Albert Haynesworth re-sign with the Titans before he hits the free-agency market? If so, what will it cost? If not, do the Titans get in a bidding war? Good questions, all. And I hereby add one more: Why did the Titans let it come to this? All this could have been avoided if the Titans had acted prudently last year. Remember? In 2008, Haynesworth was scheduled to enter free agency but the Titans applied the franchise tag to him, paying $7.25 million for one season. But in their haste to get a happy Haynesworth into training camp without the threat of a holdout, the Titans attached several incentives to his one-year tender. If he achieved any ..."

Titans add up true value of Albert Haynesworth

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February 22

Tennessean

"Albert Haynesworth wants a landscape-changing check, and the Titans don't appear willing to write it. Whether they should is up for debate, a high-stakes matter of risk versus reward. Those in favor of the Titans locking up the two-time All-Pro defensive tackle point to his dominant play - there's no player in the NFL like him. Those against re-signing Haynesworth see his history of injuries and wonder whether he might take it easy after a big payday. If Haynesworth gets the precedent-setting contract he wants, it would blow past everyone who plays his position as well as two others long regarded as most valuable on that side of the ball - defensive ends and cornerbacks. Is he worth it? ..."

Source: Titans increase offer to Haynesworth in 'productive' meeting

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February 22

Nashville City Paper

"The Tennessee Titans and Chad Speck, the agent for defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth, had a "productive" meeting Saturday at the NFL Combine that resulted in the Titans increasing their offer to Haynesworth, according to a league source. Neither Titans general manager Mike Reinfeldt nor Speck could be reached for comment. Haynesworth will become an unrestricted free agent on Friday, unless and he and the Titans can agree on a contract extension before then. Haynesworth is believed to be seeking a deal that could make him the highest paid defensive player in the league, with guaranteed money that could reach $35 million. According to reports, the initial offer was for four years and a ..."

Albert Haynesworth leans toward free agency

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February 19

Tennessean

"Based on the slow pace of contract negotiations with the Titans, defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth is expected to try free agency, a source familiar with the situation said Wednesday. The Titans and Haynesworth's agent, Chad Speck, have made little progress in recent weeks toward a long-term deal. Barring a last-minute change the two-time All-Pro is expected to test the market when it opens Feb. 27. The Titans have exclusive negotiating rights with him until then. Haynesworth is seeking a six-year deal that would make him the highest paid defensive player in the NFL. That designation currently belongs to Vikings defensive end Jared Allen, who last offseason signed a six-year contract ..."

Albert Haynesworth expected to test free agency

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February 18

Tennessean

"Based on the slow pace of negotiations, Titans defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth is expected to head into free agency later this month, according to a source familiar with the situation. The Titans and Haynesworth's agent, Chad Speck, have made little progress toward a long-term deal in recent weeks, and barring a last-minute change the two-time All-Pro is expected to test the market when NFL free agency begins on Feb. 27. Haynesworth was named All-Pro for the second straight after leading the team with 8.5 sacks in 2008. He was designated the team's franchise player last season. Speck declined comment when asked about the status of negotiations on Wednesday. Speck did say he plans to ..."

Albert Haynesworth remains in possible legal trouble

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February 13

Tennessean

"Titans defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth could face an indictment for violating probation because of a Dec 13 collision on I-65 near Concord Road. On Dec. 9, Haynesworth was placed on 30 days probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine as punishment for driving 103 mph in his Cadillac Escalade on I-65 in March. Four days later, he was alleged to have caused or contributed to an accident on I-65 while driving a 2008 Ferrari, according to the accident report. He was later charged with careless driving and cited for driving a vehicle that had an expired registration. On Thursday, the careless driving charge was dismissed in Brentwood City Court at the request of District Attorney General Kim ..."

Titans say they can afford to keep Albert Haynesworth

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February 13

Tennessean

"General manager Mike Reinfeldt said the Titans have the cash to re-sign Albert Haynesworth, who wants to become the NFL's highest paid defensive player. Now they just have to decide whether to take a massive chunk out of their salary cap space - the Titans are about $33 million under. On Thursday, Reinfeldt said the Titans have an approximate figure budgeted for the two-time All-Pro defensive tackle, who becomes a free agent on Feb. 27 if they don't re-sign him before then. What is that figure? Reinfeldt refused to say. "I don't think it behooves us at this point in time to give away what our strategies would be, or where we think the market will be for an individual player," Reinfeldt ..."

Haynesworth could face probation violation after driving charge gets dismissed

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February 12

Tennessean

"A careless driving charge lodged against Tennessee Titan Albert Haynesworth was dismissed today in Brentwood City Court. The dismissal came at the request of District Attorney General Kim Helper, who could bring the case to a grand jury to seek an indictment against Haynesworth for violating probation. Haynesworth was placed on 30 days probation and ordered to pay a $1,000 fine on Dec. 9 as punishment for driving 103 mph on Interstate 65. Haynesworth received the speeding ticket in March. The careless driving charge stems from a Dec. 13 collision involving Haynesworth on I-65 near Concord Road. Haynesworth was driving a 2008 black Ferrari. Kelly Dean, a witness to the crash, said ..."

Haynesworth’s worth to be determined

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February 9

Nashville City Paper

"Make no mistake about it: Albert Haynesworth’s worth is about to be determined. Haynesworth, who will head to unrestricted free agency on Feb. 27 unless the Tennessee Titans can sign him to a long-term deal, reiterated Sunday at the Pro Bowl what he has been saying all along about the free-agent process. “Hopefully, I’m in Tennessee,” Haynesworth said. “I’d love to be in Tennessee, ’cause that’s where my kids were born at, that’s where I played college ball. I played my seven years there. So, hopefully it works out. But if it doesn’t, I’ll go elsewhere.” Haynesworth was asked about the notion that he is seeking to become the NFL’s highest-paid defensive player, and said that that idea ..."