I hear the Mean Machine is looking for a running back

Ex-Husker Phillips convicted of assault
AP, 10/10/06

There has been a flurry of activity in the Penal League this off season. The talent pool has seen a serious influx with the addition of former Ohio State standout/NFL washout Maurice Clarett and Nebraska star/pick up game hustla' Lawrence Phillips. Clarett is rumored to be seeking a long term contract. "I got three & half years to do. I don't wanna bounce around the league." Though he's over thirty which generally signals the loss of a step or two Lawrence Phillips is getting a lot of looks.

Either player would be the best runner in the Penal League since Bam Morris' golden years at Leavenworth.

With the possible late season additions of Chris Henry, Koren Robinson & Steve Foley (provided he recovers from sufficiently from gun shot wounds); wardens haven't salivated like this since Ray Lewis was on trial.


Paul Crewe in his playing days.

Former Penal League MVP and current coach Paul Crewe likes his teams chances. "We get Koren Robinson or Chris Henry in here we might be unstoppable."

However, wardens might be wary of investing much in players who will only be doing short bids as Jamal Lewis did.

Who do you put on the cover of the media guide?



Mug shots clockwise from top left; Chris Henry, Maurice Clarett, Koren Robinson & Lawrence Phillips