Center Jeremy Newberry, who missed six games and rarely practiced because of a right knee problem, is making good progress in rehabilitation after delicate surgery, his agent said.
“Jeremy is doing great,” said agent Doug Hendrickson, who represents Newberry. “His rehab is going great. He expects to play two more seasons. With no setbacks, he should be 100 percent for training camp.”
Salary Cap Status:The 49ers were $18.4 million under the salary cap before agreeing to terms with Allen, so they have plenty of money to remain active in the free-agent market.
Source: [Press Democrat]
Update: 6:27 – (03.24.06) The 49ers are on the verge of signing former Cowboys All-Pro offensive lineman Larry Allen, according to an NFL source. A 12-year veteran, Allen might not be the player he was six years ago, but he remains a physical power at guard.
ESPN.com reported Thursday night that Allen and the 49ers had agreed on a two-year deal. But 49ers spokesman Aaron Salkin said that wasn’t the case.
“While there is interest in Larry Allen, there is no deal in place,’’ Salkin said. He said Allen had taken a physical, but its results were not known yet.
Jay Glazer of Fox Sports is reporting that the amount of the contract is $4 million and $5 million per year. (2 years)
Update: 3:46 – Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to terms with free agent OG Larry Allen (Cowboys), pending a physical. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Update: 2:26 – Spoke with one of our sources. The Niners are very interested in Allen and are going to make a strong push for him. Still no visit scheduled, they should know more later this evening.
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Matt Maiocco of the Press Democrat is reporting the Niners are expressing interest in former pro-bowl Cowboys lineman Larry Allen.
Allen, 34, is free to sign with any team after the Cowboys cut him in a move that saves the club $3.5 million on the salary cap. The 49ers and Raiders, possibly along with Seattle and Detroit, are likely to pursue him.
“He’s lost a little in the legs but he still has great arm strength,” one NFL scout told The Press Democrat on Wednesday. “He’s the type of guy who’ll get signed as a starter and no doubt be effective.”
It is not known whether they have scheduled a visit.
Source: [Matt Maiocco]
