.We will be hitting the links today to participate in the Birmingham Bulldogs Golf Classic. Later tonight, the Road Dawgs tour will hit the Magic City at the Highland Park Golf Club in downtown Birmingham. If you are interested in attending, you can get more info at www.birminghambulldogs.com.
Now, on with the links.
Jerious Norwood has signed a 1 year deal with the Atlanta Falcons for $1.759 million. Norwood had an off year in his 4th season in the NFL thanks to injuries. He only averaged 3.3 yards per carry in 10 appearance and falling down in the depth chart.In four seasons, Norwood has 1,987 yards rushing and seven touchdowns. He ranks third in team history with 2,987 yards on kickoff returns.
Keeping with the NFL, Anthony Dixon will be wearing #33 for the 49ers "for now". Number 24 is already taken by another of the teams running backs, Michael Robinson.
The Road Dawgs stopped in Memphis yesterday morning, and the Commercial Appeal's Ron Higgins has a nice article related to the visit.