The E-Wire does not rest. KFFL will be releasing team capsules every month to keep you informed on your favorite teams. The Birmingham News reports the Birmingham Thunderbolts of the XFL have signed QB Jay Barker, after he was released from his CFL contract. Barker is expected to contend for the starting quarterback job with Casey Weldon. As a follow up to a December 29 report, the Huntsville Times reports it is now almost a certainty Auburn RB Rudi Johnson will be the next Auburn underclassmen to head to the NFL Draft .
Sources say to look for a statement within the next three days.
FB Heath Evans is still contemplating his decision, sources say. Earlier projections have Johnson a potential third or fourth round selection - pending his combine workouts. As a follow up to a January 3 story, the AP reports University of Florida OT Kenyatta Walker has indeed declared himself eligible for the NFL Draft . Since he had signed with an agent, this was just a formality. Vikings QB Daunte Culpepper , who is very similiar to Eagles QB Donovan McNabb , will have for him that the Eagles didn't against the Giants will be superior talent at the wide receiver position.