According to Blackfilm.com, rapper The Game is being considered for the role of B.A. Baracus in the big-screen adaptation of 'The A-Team.' The role was originated by Mr. T.

Online buzz has it that another rapper-turned-actor, Common, would play Baracus, but with his recent casting opposite Queen Latifah in 'Just Right,' he may not finish filming before 'The A-Team' gets rolling in August. Other possible candidates include Ice Cube and mixed martial arts fighter Quinton "Rampage" Jackson.

Distributed by 20th Century Fox , 'The A-Team' will be directed by Joe Carnahan ('Smokin' Aces').

Interestingly enough, both Common and The Game appeared in the same film last year, 'Street Kings.' The Game made his film debut opposite Tyrese Gibson in 'Waist Deep.'

'The A-Team' follows four members of a former commando outfit. Their leader is Col. John "Hannibal" Smith, whose plans are unorthodox but effective. Lt. Templeton "The Faceman" (usually referred to simply as "Face") Peck is a smooth-talking con man who serves as the team's appropriator of vehicles and other useful items. The team's pilot is Capt. H.M. "Howling Mad" Murdock, who has been declared insane and resides in a mental institution for the show's first four seasons. Finally, there is the team's strong man and mechanic, Sgt. B.A. "Bad Attitude" Baracus.

Variety reported that Liam Neeson is in negotiations to star as Hannibal Smith, while 'The Hungover' actor Bradley Cooper, after repeated denials, told MTV News that he will be playing the role of Templeton Peck.

The film is slated for release in June 2010.