Heros and zeros of the fantasy football season Dallas Morning News, TX - I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's over. Sure, the NFL playoffs kick off next weekend. But really, if we're being honest, the thrill is gone. ...
Utah Football: Sugar is 'Bama's Bowl Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska New Orleans » Every day they visit their football complex in Tuscaloosa, Alabama's football players pass black and white photos documenting ...
Utah football: Whittingham receives $6 million deal Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Kurt Kragthorpe New Orleans » Kyle Whittingham hardly could have imagined anything like this happening as of September 2007, when his Utah football team ...
When Football Grew Up Washington Post, United States - By William Gildea Fifty years ago today, my father took me to the National Football League's championship game at Yankee Stadium. ...
Football Wildcats on Firmer Footing UKAthletics, KY - Thanks to a change of venue, the Kentucky football team was on firmer footing during Monday’s practice as the Wildcats continue preparations for the ...
Washington State Football: Moving Forward (part three) Examiner.com - The most critical element for the Cougar football program to return to the competitive level enjoyed under the leadership of former Coach Mike Price is ...
$2000 reward in football player's death News & Observer, NC - ... for information leading to an arrest in the hit-and-run collision that killed Chapel Hill High School football player Rodney Torain, 17, last month. ...
Charlie Weis knee surgery successful Chicago Tribune, United States - Yergler, the director of sports medicine for the football team, who performed the hour-long surgery. "With the knee replacement, he'll start walking ...
San Diego State football on life support Examiner.com - by Dave Thomas, San Diego News Examiner An article Sunday in a daily San Diego newspaper speaks to what many people have known for a long time - football is ...
Favre will decide football future after MRI exam KARE, MN - EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ -- Brett Favre will have an MRI exam today on his ailing right shoulder. The procedure will help the 39-year-old quarterback decide ...
The Bounce: Palo Verde's Hall named state's best in football Tucson Citizen, AZ - 372-125-3, is the college football leader in bowl appearances (34) and bowl wins (23). The Associated Press Weber State: same conference as ...
Texas Bowl: Rice vs. Western Michigan Football Picks BetFirms, IA - Two of college footballs smaller conferences will do battle this Tuesday when the Rice Owls take on the Western Michigan Broncos in the Texas Bowl, ...
College football: Army looks West for coach Salt Lake Tribune, United States Cal Poly coach Rich Ellerson gestures during an NCAA college football game against San Diego State in San Diego. ...
Steelers back on track for 'January' football Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - "We're definitely on the right track for January football," defensive end Brett Keisel said. There will be a home playoff game at 4:45 pm Jan. 11. ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network - Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Donovan McNabb threw for two touchdowns and ran for another, and the Philadelphia defense scored twice, as the Eagles ...
Football Remains Runaway Leader as Favorite Sport Gallup.com, DC - by Jeffrey M. Jones PRINCETON, NJ -- The holiday season brings a bevy of college bowl games and the final determination of the National Football League's ...
Mike Riley Agrees to Contract Extension OSU Beavers, OR - Oregon State University Director of Athletics Bob De Carolis announced Monday that head football coach Mike Riley has agreed in principle to a one year ...
College football playoff makes no sense Chicago Tribune, United States -McDonell mentioned the BCS' new $125 million-per-year deal with ESPN and wrote: "If it makes sense for every other division of college football to have a ...
Fifty years ago, the Colts and Giants changed pro football forever Kansas City Star, MO - Baseball was the unquestioned national pastime, horse racing attracted bigger crowds than just about any sport, and college football was far more popular ...
LSU football defensive coaches on future, Ga. Tech The Times-Picayune - NOLA.com, LA - ATLANTA - LSU's football defensive co-coordinators said Monday they are focused exclusively on Georgia Tech and devoting zero thought to their next job or ...
Patriots Finish With Pride, Not Playoffs New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. LaMont Jordan scored on a 2-yard run set up by Cassel’s 12-yard completion into ...
Gruden, Bucs searching for answers after collapse The Associated Press - "It's difficult to think about football right now, honestly. ... As much as I and everybody in that locker room wanted to prolong the season and find a way ...
Editorial: End this Cowboys era Dallas Morning News, TX - There's something endearing about a guy who pours so much of himself into what for the rest of us should be a simple diversion, the local pro football ...
OU football notebook: Stoops says players wise about NFL NewsOK.com, OK - ... their dejection in the final minutes of their 45-35 loss to University of Texas in an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2008, in Dallas. ...
Roethlisberger’s Concussion Gives the Steelers a Scare New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. Roethlisberger, who had been expected to play a half to stay sharp before a ...
UFC Football Catches Acedemic Ass-Whopping TMZ.com, CA - ... you're going to have to compete for admission spots with some of the brightest people in the country -- and a bunch of dumbass football players. ...
Football / Last-second FG sends Vikings into playoffs By AP MINNEAPOLIS - Two NFC division titles were sealed yesterday with last-second field goals as the final spots of the playoffs began to be filled. ...
Winds play havoc at Ralph Wilson Stadium
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Winds gusting up to 75 mph tore a strip off the Bills' practice fieldhouse and tilted both goal posts inside Ralph Wilson Stadium prior to Buffalo's game against the New England Patriots on Sunday. Though the blustery conditions aren't...
Seymour, Bruschi out for Pats; Bills without Lynch
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Patriots starting defensive end Richard Seymour didn't play in New England's critical game Sunday against Buffalo, missing his first game of the year because of a sore back. Richard Seymour, DE New England patriots 2008 Statistics: ...
Seymour, Bruschi out for Pats; Bills without Lynch
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Patriots starting defensive end Richard Seymour didn't play in New England's critical game Sunday against Buffalo, missing his first game of the year because of a sore back. Richard Seymour, DE New England Patriots 2008 Statistics ...
Jacobs tops list of inactives for Giants against Vikes
MINNEAPOLIS -- The New York Giants gave the Minnesota Vikings a break by putting four starters on the inactive list Sunday: running back Brandon Jacobs, tight end Kevin Boss, defensive tackle Barry Cofield and cornerback Aaron Ross. All four players were on this week's...
Bengals WR Johnson ends disappointing season on sidelines
Chad Johnson, WR Cincinnati Bengals 2008 Statistics: Receptions: 53 Yards: 540 Touchdowns: 4 CINCINNATI -- Receiver Chad Johnson was inactive for the Cincinnati Bengals' final game Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs because of a hamstring injury.
Manning extends NFL record to nine straight 4,000-yard seasons
INDIANAPOLIS -- Peyton Manning extended his own NFL record for 4,000-yard seasons to nine during Sunday's game against Tennessee. Manning needed 93 yards to achieve the mark again, and he wasted little time in hooking up with Joseph Addai on a 55-yard catch-and-run in...
Missing stars give Colts-Titans vanilla flavor
INDIANAPOLIS -- Tony Dungy hears the complaints. Fans want him to treat Sunday's game against Tennessee like it's any other week. They've lobbied on radio shows for Peyton Manning and Dwight Freeney to play four full quarters, hoping a ninth straight victory would...
Wake Forest LB tops list of top 20 draft prospects
Here is a breakdown of the top 20 college football senior draft prospects to keep your eyes on as the bowl season gets under way. Rick Havner / Associated Press Wake Forest's Aaron Curry flexes his muscle atop Mike Mayock's top 20 college...
Crennel likely to learn fate in meeting with Browns' owner
CLEVELAND -- Romeo Crennel will meet with owner Randy Lerner on Monday, heightening the likelihood the Browns' embattled coach will be fired one day after Cleveland concludes its dismal season. Lerner wanted to wait until after the season out of respect for Crennel, who carried...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions will reduce prices for some season tickets
Hoping to avoid 0-16 infamy A loss would install the Lions in their very own NFL Hall of Shame as the league's first team to go 0-16 in a season. They're already the first to go 0-15. A win, of course, would be better, allowing Detroit the dubious distinction of becoming the...
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Pro Bowl LT Peters doubtful to play in Bills' finale vs. Patriots
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters is doubtful for the Buffalo Bills' season finale Sunday against the New England Patriots. Jason Peters, LT Buffallo Bills Career Statistics Seasons: 5 Games Played: 65 Games Started: 55 ...
Manning, Ward are FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and New York Giants running back Derrick Ward are the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week for games played on Dec. 18???22, the NFL announced Friday. Manning completed 29 of 34 passes for 364 yards and three touchdowns for...
QB Rivers a solid fantasy option; RB Lynch a risk in Week 17
Jed Jacobsohn / Getty Images Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has thrown for career highs in yards and touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers Rivers has been an underrated fantasy star all season,...
Falcons QB Ryan voted Week 16 Rookie of the Week
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Dec. 18-22. Ryan completed 13 of 24 passes for 134 yards and one touchdown as the Falcons defeated the Minnesota Vikings 24-17. Running back Matt Forte of the Chicago Bears,...
Calf injury benches Bears safety Brown for remainder of season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Chicago Bears placed safety Mike Brown on injured reserve because of a calf injury on Friday, leaving the defense without one of its emotional leaders heading into a game at Houston that could decide whether they make the playoffs. Mike Brown, FS ...
Dolphins' Crowder practices, expects to play Sunday vs. Jets
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder expects to play against the New York Jets on Sunday, despite a knee injury that limited his practice time this week. Channing Crowder, LB Miami Dolphins Season Statistics Games: 14 Tackles: 104 ...
Monday, December 29, 2008
Sunday, December 28, 2008
News for the Day 12/27/08
Fifty years ago, the Colts and Giants changed pro football forever Kansas City Star, MO - Baseball was the unquestioned national pastime, horse racing attracted bigger crowds than just about any sport, and college football was far more popular ...
Towson hires UConn's Ambrose as football coach The Associated Press - TOWSON, Md. (AP) — Rob Ambrose was hired as the football coach at Towson on Saturday, signing a five-year contract with his alma mater after serving for ...
Utah football: BCS run is Johnson's reward for missing season Salt Lake Tribune, United States - "He just handles everything with poise," said Stacey Johnson, whose admiration of his son goes beyond football. He's proud of the way Brian has matured as a ...
WVU Football: West Virginia ends season on a high note Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - He passed for a career-high 332 yards, beating his previous best by more than the length of a football field and 26 completions. ...
Utah football: Utes in the Big Easy Salt Lake Tribune, United States - It's a great place to be for a football game too, the Utah Utes say. After a break for the Christmas holidays the Utes, ranked No. 7 by the Associated Press ...
Army looks West for coach Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Cal Poly coach Rich Ellerson gestures during an NCAA college football game against San Diego State in San Diego. ...
College Football Cal gets its look at Miami mystique in Emerald Bowl Seattle Times, United States - "I watch football late at night, and I see a lot of Pac-10 games," Shannon said. "We know about Cal. They're a very run-oriented team, but they can take ...
The Faith of a High School Football Coach ABC News - They played the oddest game in high school football history last month down in Grapevine, Texas. It was Grapevine Faith vs. Gainesville State School and ...
Buckeyes hit the books: 16 football players already have degrees The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - Several players said that a lighter academic load allows them to play better football by focusing even more on their sport. "You figure you get out of ...
Northwestern's Kevin Mims ready for life after football Chicago Tribune, United States - "My football family is going to Chicago and my wife's family is going back to Wisconsin," Mims said on Friday. "I'm really happy to be here with these guys ...
Sports Briefing College Football Losing Streak Ends for Notre Dame New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today Notre Dame (7-6) ended its .
On the Jets, Tight Lips About Sore Hamstrings New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. Coach Eric Mangini is reluctant to talk about injuries to players, ...
Rose Bowl-bound Penn State football trivia quiz Los Angeles Times, CA - Nittany Lines, a blog written by Morning Call sports editor (and Penn State alumnus) Bill Kline, today showcases "The Ultimate Penn State Football Trivia ...
BCS Architect Defends His CreationNew York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today But intertwined with any college ...
Alamo Bowl teams balance fun and football Columbia Missourian, MO - BY Brittany Darwell SAN ANTONIO — College football coaches and players say they try to approach every game with the same winning mentality. ...
A Year Without Arena Football? ArenaFan Online, IL - After weeks of speculation and rumors, the Arena Football League officially cancelled the 2009 season on December 15. It was a sad day for me personally. ...
Detroit winces as Lions approach football infamy Chicago Tribune, United States - "It's a 12-step program for football," added Brian Schefke of Seattle, sharing french fries with Oliverio Friday at Mr. B's Pub in Royal Oak, just north of ...
Rams’ President Resigns, and New GM Is Named New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. The two moves followed the resignation Monday of Jay Zygmunt, who was president ...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions will reduce prices for some season tickets
Hoping to avoid 0-16 infamy A loss would install the Lions in their very own NFL Hall of Shame as the league's first team to go 0-16 in a season. They're already the first to go 0-15. A win, of course, would be better, allowing Detroit the dubious distinction of becoming the...
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Pro Bowl LT Peters doubtful to play in Bills' finale vs. Patriots
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters is doubtful for the Buffalo Bills' season finale Sunday against the New England Patriots. Jason Peters, LT Buffallo Bills Career Statistics Seasons: 5 Games Played: 65 Games Started: 55 ...
Manning, Ward are FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and New York Giants running back Derrick Ward are the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week for games played on Dec. 18???22, the NFL announced Friday. Manning completed 29 of 34 passes for 364 yards and three touchdowns for...
QB Rivers a solid fantasy option; RB Lynch a risk in Week 17
Jed Jacobsohn / Getty Images Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has thrown for career highs in yards and touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers Rivers has been an underrated fantasy star all season,...
Falcons QB Ryan voted Week 16 Rookie of the Week
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Dec. 18-22. Ryan completed 13 of 24 passes for 134 yards and one touchdown as the Falcons defeated the Minnesota Vikings 24-17. Running back Matt Forte of the Chicago Bears,...
Calf injury benches Bears safety Brown for remainder of season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Chicago Bears placed safety Mike Brown on injured reserve because of a calf injury on Friday, leaving the defense without one of its emotional leaders heading into a game at Houston that could decide whether they make the playoffs. Mike Brown, FS ...
Dolphins' Crowder practices, expects to play Sunday vs. Jets
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder expects to play against the New York Jets on Sunday, despite a knee injury that limited his practice time this week. Channing Crowder, LB Miami Dolphins Season Statistics Games: 14 Tackles: 104 ...
Cowboys owner Jones unwavering in support of Phillips, Garrett
IRVING, Texas -- Wade Phillips will be back as coach of the Dallas Cowboys next season, and Jason Garrett will remain in charge of the offense, regardless of whether the team makes the playoffs, team owner Jerry Jones said Friday. And he said it vehemently. ...
Vikings CB Griffin misses practice with flulike symptoms
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin missed practice Friday because of flulike symptoms. Cedric Griffin, CB Minnesota Vikings Season Statistics Tackles: 86 Interceptions: 1 Forced Fumbles: 4 Vikings coach Brad Childress...
Pats' Bruschi to miss third game in a row; Seymour questionable
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to sit out again Sunday against the Buffalo Bills because of a knee injury, and defensive end Richard Seymour is questionable with a sore back. Week 17 injuries Linebacker Tedy Bruschi will miss...
Where's Roy? Cowboys need more from WR Williams
IRVING, Texas -- In his nine games with the Dallas Cowboys, Roy Williams has 194 yards receiving. The last time he played in Philadelphia, he had 204 yards receiving. So maybe a return to Philadelphia is just what Williams needs to finally become a vital part of the...
Rodgers upbeat at the end of first season as Packers' starter
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- As the Green Bay Packers' season skids to a disappointing end, Aaron Rodgers still doesn't have a signature come-from-behind victory. But that hardly makes his first season as a starting quarterback a failure. The Packers have plenty of problems that...
Pats' Bruschi to miss third game in a row; Seymour questionable
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to sit out again Sunday against the Buffalo Bills because of a knee injury, and defensive end Richard Seymour is questionable with a sore back. Week 17 injuries Linebacker Tedy Bruschi will miss...
Panthers' defensive line might be thin with both tackles still hurting
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers could be without both of their starting defensive tackles for Sunday's game at New Orleans, perhaps enticing the pass-happy Saints to run the ball. Damione Lewis missed practice for a third straight day Friday with a shoulder injury and...
Giants CB Ross out, four other starters 50-50 for game vs. Vikings
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Cornerback Aaron Ross will miss Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings because of a concussion, and the New York Giants have listed at least four other starters as 50-50 at best for what is a meaningless regular-season finale for the Super Bowl champions.
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How the postseason would look if the season...
Towson hires UConn's Ambrose as football coach The Associated Press - TOWSON, Md. (AP) — Rob Ambrose was hired as the football coach at Towson on Saturday, signing a five-year contract with his alma mater after serving for ...
Utah football: BCS run is Johnson's reward for missing season Salt Lake Tribune, United States - "He just handles everything with poise," said Stacey Johnson, whose admiration of his son goes beyond football. He's proud of the way Brian has matured as a ...
WVU Football: West Virginia ends season on a high note Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - He passed for a career-high 332 yards, beating his previous best by more than the length of a football field and 26 completions. ...
Utah football: Utes in the Big Easy Salt Lake Tribune, United States - It's a great place to be for a football game too, the Utah Utes say. After a break for the Christmas holidays the Utes, ranked No. 7 by the Associated Press ...
Army looks West for coach Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Cal Poly coach Rich Ellerson gestures during an NCAA college football game against San Diego State in San Diego. ...
College Football Cal gets its look at Miami mystique in Emerald Bowl Seattle Times, United States - "I watch football late at night, and I see a lot of Pac-10 games," Shannon said. "We know about Cal. They're a very run-oriented team, but they can take ...
The Faith of a High School Football Coach ABC News - They played the oddest game in high school football history last month down in Grapevine, Texas. It was Grapevine Faith vs. Gainesville State School and ...
Buckeyes hit the books: 16 football players already have degrees The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - Several players said that a lighter academic load allows them to play better football by focusing even more on their sport. "You figure you get out of ...
Northwestern's Kevin Mims ready for life after football Chicago Tribune, United States - "My football family is going to Chicago and my wife's family is going back to Wisconsin," Mims said on Friday. "I'm really happy to be here with these guys ...
Sports Briefing College Football Losing Streak Ends for Notre Dame New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today Notre Dame (7-6) ended its .
On the Jets, Tight Lips About Sore Hamstrings New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. Coach Eric Mangini is reluctant to talk about injuries to players, ...
Rose Bowl-bound Penn State football trivia quiz Los Angeles Times, CA - Nittany Lines, a blog written by Morning Call sports editor (and Penn State alumnus) Bill Kline, today showcases "The Ultimate Penn State Football Trivia ...
BCS Architect Defends His CreationNew York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today But intertwined with any college ...
Alamo Bowl teams balance fun and football Columbia Missourian, MO - BY Brittany Darwell SAN ANTONIO — College football coaches and players say they try to approach every game with the same winning mentality. ...
A Year Without Arena Football? ArenaFan Online, IL - After weeks of speculation and rumors, the Arena Football League officially cancelled the 2009 season on December 15. It was a sad day for me personally. ...
Detroit winces as Lions approach football infamy Chicago Tribune, United States - "It's a 12-step program for football," added Brian Schefke of Seattle, sharing french fries with Oliverio Friday at Mr. B's Pub in Royal Oak, just north of ...
Rams’ President Resigns, and New GM Is Named New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. The two moves followed the resignation Monday of Jay Zygmunt, who was president ...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions look to avoid first 0-16 record in league history
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- Cornerback Travis Fisher said he won't fly back to Detroit from Green Bay if the Lions somehow manage to find a way to beat the Packers on Sunday. "If we win, I ain't catching the plane back home," he said with a laugh. "I'll walk back...
Lions will reduce prices for some season tickets
Hoping to avoid 0-16 infamy A loss would install the Lions in their very own NFL Hall of Shame as the league's first team to go 0-16 in a season. They're already the first to go 0-15. A win, of course, would be better, allowing Detroit the dubious distinction of becoming the...
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Bills place rookie Hardy on injured reserve
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Bills put rookie receiver James Hardy on injured reserve Saturday, a day before closing their season hosting New England. Hardy tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Buffalo's 31-27 loss to the New York Jets two weeks ago....
Pro Bowl LT Peters doubtful to play in Bills' finale vs. Patriots
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Pro Bowl left tackle Jason Peters is doubtful for the Buffalo Bills' season finale Sunday against the New England Patriots. Jason Peters, LT Buffallo Bills Career Statistics Seasons: 5 Games Played: 65 Games Started: 55 ...
Manning, Ward are FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and New York Giants running back Derrick Ward are the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week for games played on Dec. 18???22, the NFL announced Friday. Manning completed 29 of 34 passes for 364 yards and three touchdowns for...
QB Rivers a solid fantasy option; RB Lynch a risk in Week 17
Jed Jacobsohn / Getty Images Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers has thrown for career highs in yards and touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis San Diego Chargers Philip Rivers Rivers has been an underrated fantasy star all season,...
Falcons QB Ryan voted Week 16 Rookie of the Week
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Dec. 18-22. Ryan completed 13 of 24 passes for 134 yards and one touchdown as the Falcons defeated the Minnesota Vikings 24-17. Running back Matt Forte of the Chicago Bears,...
Calf injury benches Bears safety Brown for remainder of season
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- The Chicago Bears placed safety Mike Brown on injured reserve because of a calf injury on Friday, leaving the defense without one of its emotional leaders heading into a game at Houston that could decide whether they make the playoffs. Mike Brown, FS ...
Dolphins' Crowder practices, expects to play Sunday vs. Jets
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins linebacker Channing Crowder expects to play against the New York Jets on Sunday, despite a knee injury that limited his practice time this week. Channing Crowder, LB Miami Dolphins Season Statistics Games: 14 Tackles: 104 ...
Cowboys owner Jones unwavering in support of Phillips, Garrett
IRVING, Texas -- Wade Phillips will be back as coach of the Dallas Cowboys next season, and Jason Garrett will remain in charge of the offense, regardless of whether the team makes the playoffs, team owner Jerry Jones said Friday. And he said it vehemently. ...
Vikings CB Griffin misses practice with flulike symptoms
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings cornerback Cedric Griffin missed practice Friday because of flulike symptoms. Cedric Griffin, CB Minnesota Vikings Season Statistics Tackles: 86 Interceptions: 1 Forced Fumbles: 4 Vikings coach Brad Childress...
Pats' Bruschi to miss third game in a row; Seymour questionable
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to sit out again Sunday against the Buffalo Bills because of a knee injury, and defensive end Richard Seymour is questionable with a sore back. Week 17 injuries Linebacker Tedy Bruschi will miss...
Where's Roy? Cowboys need more from WR Williams
IRVING, Texas -- In his nine games with the Dallas Cowboys, Roy Williams has 194 yards receiving. The last time he played in Philadelphia, he had 204 yards receiving. So maybe a return to Philadelphia is just what Williams needs to finally become a vital part of the...
Rodgers upbeat at the end of first season as Packers' starter
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- As the Green Bay Packers' season skids to a disappointing end, Aaron Rodgers still doesn't have a signature come-from-behind victory. But that hardly makes his first season as a starting quarterback a failure. The Packers have plenty of problems that...
Pats' Bruschi to miss third game in a row; Seymour questionable
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi is expected to sit out again Sunday against the Buffalo Bills because of a knee injury, and defensive end Richard Seymour is questionable with a sore back. Week 17 injuries Linebacker Tedy Bruschi will miss...
Panthers' defensive line might be thin with both tackles still hurting
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers could be without both of their starting defensive tackles for Sunday's game at New Orleans, perhaps enticing the pass-happy Saints to run the ball. Damione Lewis missed practice for a third straight day Friday with a shoulder injury and...
Giants CB Ross out, four other starters 50-50 for game vs. Vikings
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Cornerback Aaron Ross will miss Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings because of a concussion, and the New York Giants have listed at least four other starters as 50-50 at best for what is a meaningless regular-season finale for the Super Bowl champions.
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Saturday, December 20, 2008
News for the day 12/20/08
Sports Briefing College Football Hawaii And June Jones Settle New York Times, United States - By AP Hawaii has resolved its dispute with the former coach June Jones over the early termination of his contract. Under the agreement, the June Jones ...
College Football Richmond defeats Montana to win FCS title Seattle Times, United States -... and a touchdown and the Spiders dominated Montana 24-7 Friday night for the school's first Football Championship Subdivision national championship. ...
Getting In a Word For Slingin' SammyWashington Post, United States - Dec 18, 2008He was the last surviving member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's inaugural class. Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other ...
Elway remains optimistic Arena Football League can return in 2010 USA Today - DENVER (AP) — John Elway is confident the Arena Football League made the right move canceling the upcoming season. The co-owner of the Colorado Crush only ...
Prep Football Skyline's Jake Heaps named AP State Player of Year Seattle Times, United States -Jake Heaps has yet to lose a high-school football game, and his award cabinet continues to grow. Heaps, the highly regarded junior quarterback. ...
Sports New Rochelle End of Iona Football Program Leaves Players ... New York Times, United States - By DAVE CALDWELL FRED MARIANI, the head football coach at Iona College for the last 11 years, arranged an open house on campus this month that was ...
Familiar foes meet for Division III football title International Herald Tribune, France - They are fast becoming rivals as the powerhouse teams in small college football, the last two teams standing for the fourth straight season. ...
Disneyland Welcomes Rose Bowl-Bound Penn State and USC Football ... PR Newswire (press release), NY - ANAHEIM, Calif., Dec. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Now that Penn State and USC have won berths in the 2009 Rose Bowl Game presented by Citi in Pasadena, what are they ...
Euless Trinity football player disciplined for hit on official Dallas Morning News, TX - By KEITH WHITMIRE / The Dallas Morning News A Euless Trinity football player has been disciplined for intentionally running over a game official during a ...
ISU hires Paul Rhoads as football coach The Associated Press - DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa State hired Paul Rhoads as its football coach on Saturday, giving the Auburn defensive coordinator and former Cyclones ...
BCA may take its fight for black coaches to court The Associated Press -INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Floyd Keith is tired of waiting for more black coaches to be hired to lead major college football programs and is hoping to make a ...
UTSA gets the green light to play football Bizjournals.com, NC - In doing so, the board has granted UTSA permission to add a football program. That business plan calls for UTSA to develop an $84 million competitive ...
Clarenceville player commits to MSU football team DetNews.com, MI - Jeremy Gainer, a 6-2, 207-pound linebacker/running back from Livonia Clarenceville, committed to Michigan State. Gainer originally committed to Indiana. ...
Guaranteed College Football Bowl Predictions OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY -Guaranteed College Football Bowl Predictions: Today is the big day for College Football Bowl Predictions as the Bowl season gets underway with four ...
Football Records That Will Never Be Broken Bucsblitz.com - The game of football also has records and feats, some dubious, that I truly believe will stand the test of time. Steve O’Neal was a combination punter, ...
Football: Martinez puts Centennial on top Los Angeles Times, CA - Centennial quarterback Taylor Martinez ran for a four-yard touchdown to give the Huskies a 14-7 lead over De La Salle with eight seconds left in the first ...
Jerry Long dies; former UCLA, Oregon State football assistant SportingNews.com - LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jerry Long, who was an assistant on two of UCLA's Rose Bowl-winning football teams and later worked in athletic administration for the ...
College football Miami loses QB for bowl Seattle Times, United States - After a 4-3 start, Richmond (12-3) hasn't lost a game and will face Montana tonight in Chattanooga, Tenn., in the Spiders' first Football Championship ...
College Football Bowl Predictions Point-Spreads.com, FL - Sportsbook.com has college football bowl predictions on all 34 FBS bowl games, including the FedEX Orange Bowl and the Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl. ...
College Football Richmond defeats Montana to win FCS title Seattle Times, United States -... and a touchdown and the Spiders dominated Montana 24-7 Friday night for the school's first Football Championship Subdivision national championship. ...
Getting In a Word For Slingin' SammyWashington Post, United States - Dec 18, 2008He was the last surviving member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's inaugural class. Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other ...
Elway remains optimistic Arena Football League can return in 2010 USA Today - DENVER (AP) — John Elway is confident the Arena Football League made the right move canceling the upcoming season. The co-owner of the Colorado Crush only ...
Prep Football Skyline's Jake Heaps named AP State Player of Year Seattle Times, United States -Jake Heaps has yet to lose a high-school football game, and his award cabinet continues to grow. Heaps, the highly regarded junior quarterback. ...
Sports New Rochelle End of Iona Football Program Leaves Players ... New York Times, United States - By DAVE CALDWELL FRED MARIANI, the head football coach at Iona College for the last 11 years, arranged an open house on campus this month that was ...
Familiar foes meet for Division III football title International Herald Tribune, France - They are fast becoming rivals as the powerhouse teams in small college football, the last two teams standing for the fourth straight season. ...
Disneyland Welcomes Rose Bowl-Bound Penn State and USC Football ... PR Newswire (press release), NY - ANAHEIM, Calif., Dec. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Now that Penn State and USC have won berths in the 2009 Rose Bowl Game presented by Citi in Pasadena, what are they ...
Euless Trinity football player disciplined for hit on official Dallas Morning News, TX - By KEITH WHITMIRE / The Dallas Morning News A Euless Trinity football player has been disciplined for intentionally running over a game official during a ...
ISU hires Paul Rhoads as football coach The Associated Press - DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa State hired Paul Rhoads as its football coach on Saturday, giving the Auburn defensive coordinator and former Cyclones ...
BCA may take its fight for black coaches to court The Associated Press -INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Floyd Keith is tired of waiting for more black coaches to be hired to lead major college football programs and is hoping to make a ...
UTSA gets the green light to play football Bizjournals.com, NC - In doing so, the board has granted UTSA permission to add a football program. That business plan calls for UTSA to develop an $84 million competitive ...
Clarenceville player commits to MSU football team DetNews.com, MI - Jeremy Gainer, a 6-2, 207-pound linebacker/running back from Livonia Clarenceville, committed to Michigan State. Gainer originally committed to Indiana. ...
Guaranteed College Football Bowl Predictions OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY -Guaranteed College Football Bowl Predictions: Today is the big day for College Football Bowl Predictions as the Bowl season gets underway with four ...
Football Records That Will Never Be Broken Bucsblitz.com - The game of football also has records and feats, some dubious, that I truly believe will stand the test of time. Steve O’Neal was a combination punter, ...
Football: Martinez puts Centennial on top Los Angeles Times, CA - Centennial quarterback Taylor Martinez ran for a four-yard touchdown to give the Huskies a 14-7 lead over De La Salle with eight seconds left in the first ...
Jerry Long dies; former UCLA, Oregon State football assistant SportingNews.com - LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Jerry Long, who was an assistant on two of UCLA's Rose Bowl-winning football teams and later worked in athletic administration for the ...
College football Miami loses QB for bowl Seattle Times, United States - After a 4-3 start, Richmond (12-3) hasn't lost a game and will face Montana tonight in Chattanooga, Tenn., in the Spiders' first Football Championship ...
College Football Bowl Predictions Point-Spreads.com, FL - Sportsbook.com has college football bowl predictions on all 34 FBS bowl games, including the FedEX Orange Bowl and the Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl. ...
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
News for the 12/17/08
BYU football: Cougs practice in chilly Las Vegas as the snow flies Salt Lake Tribune, United States - It is still football. I have said it a couple times, I am just glad I am playing football [in mid-December]. That part of it is awesome. ...
Feds: Football star's nephew ran Pa. cocaine ring The Associated Press - ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (AP) — Federal prosecutors in Pittsburgh say they have broken up a cocaine ring headed by the nephew of Hall of Fame running back Tony ...
Paterno's run at Penn State is one long journey USA Today - And the coaching changes in major college football reached 20 out of 119. Guys in his profession are as disposable as razor blades. ...
UB extends football coach Gill Bizjournals.com, NC - University at Buffalo head football coach Turner Gill has been given a contract extension and a salary increase that ties him to the Bulls program through ...
Race and Football Debated After Auburn Picks a Coach New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today Behind him, stacked in the middle of ...
College Football Bowl Predictions 2009 Point-Spreads.com, FL - The college football bowl season kicks off this Saturday, December 20th with four games and concludes on January 8th with the BCS National Championship Game ...
Breaking the Huddle: New HBO documentary on race and football is ... Los Angeles Times, CA - Seeing him today on ESPN's Game Day, you would never suspect that he was one of the many foot soldiers who helped to racially integrate the sport. ...
Purdue football gets oral commitment from Florida standout Indianapolis Star, United States - The Purdue football team received a verbal commitment today from Florida high school standout running back Al-Terek McBurse. The highly regarded McBurse, ...
Football: Former Spartans nominated for Rudy Awards Houston Chronicle, United States - By ADAM KING CHRONICLE CORRESPONDENT Former Stratford football players Drew Combs, a senior kicker at Texas Christian, and Ryan Craig, a redshirt junior ...
Utah football: Ludwig leaving to be OC at Kansas State Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Utah's football team will have a new coach calling the offensive plays next year, but don't expect much change in Utah's overall offensive ...
2008 Indianapolis Star Indiana Mr. Football Indianapolis Star, United States - By Curt Cavin Morgan Newton's athletic resume includes three consecutive Class 5A state title game appearances with the Carmel High School football team. ...
South Christan football coach Blacquiere steps down MLive.com, MI - GRAND RAPIDS -- Bob Blacquiere knows he will not pace the sidelines as football coach at South Christian for his 28th season next fall. ...
Hoke is introduced as SDSU football coach San Diego Union Tribune, CA - “This program is going to be based on a we, us and ours philosophy, because it's going to take all of us to reap the expectations we have as a football ...
College football: Urban Meyer tries to calm Florida fans after ... Chicago Tribune, United States - Coach Urban Meyer tried to reassure Florida fans of his commitment to the Gators on Tuesday, but reiterated that Notre Dame might always be his "dream job. ...
Oklahoma State football signs four JUCO standouts Dallas Morning News, TX - STILLWATER - Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy has announced the signing of four junior-college players to national letters of intent. ...
Belhaven Head Football Coach Leaving WJTV, MS - Belhaven head football coach Don Lee is returning to his alma mater after accepting the head coaching position at Olivet Nazarene University . ...
Barkley speaks the ugly truth about college football San Jose Mercury News, USA - By John Ryan The Charles Barkley character assassination should commence any moment now, because in big-time college football, it's either go that route or ...
FVSU picks Pittman as new football coach Macon Telegraph, GA - Fort Valley State hopes the next time its new head football coach is on the same site, he is under sunny skies and next to a new multi-million dollar ...
• Syracuse football coach Doug Marrone names Anselmo as secondary ... The Post-Standard - Syracuse.com, NY - By Donnie Webb Within minutes of being named the new head football coach at Syracuse University on Friday morning, Doug Marrone was on the phone trying to ...
Ohio State football: Wells appears ready to move on Columbus Dispatch, OH - By Ken Gordon The Ohio State football team got some practice yesterday for what it likely will have to do in 2009: go on without Chris "Beanie" Wells. ...
Ohio State football: Laurinaitis is happy about his Lott in life Columbus Dispatch, OH - "James is humble, he's not worried about what people say about him," teammate Malcolm Jenkins said last week at the College Football Awards Show on ESPN. ...
With defensive coordinator Scott Shafer gone, will Wolverines ... MLive.com, MI - by David Mayo The Grand Rapids Press Scott Shafer officially became the scapegoat of the University of Michigan football collapse Wednesday, ...
Sooners' Wilson claims Broyles Award Norman Transcript, OK - The Rotary Club of Little Rock, Ark., agreed Tuesday, naming Oklahoma offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson the 2008 recipient of the Frank Broyles Award. ...
Weekly rankings: Steelers take over top spot with hot play
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after Week 15. Pittsburgh Steelers 11-3 (Previous: 2) A lights-out defense, an offense that makes plays when it needs to, and strong coaching are the ingredients of a team deserving of the top spot. New York Giants ...
NFL owners to vote on restructuring of Steelers' ownership
PITTSBURGH -- NFL owners may vote on Wednesday whether to accept the restructured ownership plan in which Pittsburgh Steelers chairman Dan Rooney and his son will buy most of the shares owned by other family members. The NFL finance committee "thoroughly reviewed the...
Pressure-packed: Contenders increasingly becoming sack-religious
Associated Press LB DeMarcus Ware leads the league with 19 sacks and anchors the Cowboys' impressive defense. IRVING, Texas -- An NFL cycle often unfolds this way: Defenses start the season ahead of offenses. Then offenses gradually build and click. Not...
RBs Benson, Morris will be hot names on fantasy waiver wire
Dilip Vishwanat / Getty Images Seahawks wide receiver Deion Branch has recorded 164 yards and two touchdowns in his last two games. Here's a quick look at 10 players to target off the waiver wire as we head into fantasy football's championship...
NFL.com writers cast their 2009 Pro Bowl ballots
Official ballots are in, and the 2009 NFL Pro Bowl rosters will be announced Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET on a special NFL Total Access 2009 NFL Pro Bowl Selection Show on NFL Network. In the meantime, though, here is how NFL.com's writers and analysts would have voted, had they...
Sunday night game attracts record 23.1 million viewers
Carucci on Cowboys Vic Carucci says Wade Phillips found out the hard way that NFL coaches can never forget what they do best, and it might have come too late for the Cowboys. More ... NEW YORK -- The Dallas Cowboys' victory over the New York Giants drew the most viewers ever for...
Quick Take: Cardinals (8-6) at Patriots (9-5)
Jeff Gross / Getty Images Kurt Warner will look to bounce back against New England's 15th-ranked secondary. Last meeting In Week 2 of 2004, Corey Dillons ran for 158 yards on 32 carries, pacing New England to a 23-12 road win over Arizona. ...
Still some enticing 'hit-or-miss' options on the waiver wire
All season, we've had two strategies for making waiver claims: (1) getting guys with upside who might pan out later in the year; and (2) claiming mediocre players who have a good matchup that week. This week, you can throw the first strategy out the window. We're...
Jaguars place receiver Porter, linebacker Smith on injured reserve
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jaguars wide receiver Jerry Porter made nearly $1 million per catch this season before going on injured reserve Tuesday. Jerry Porter, WR Jacksonville Jaguars Season statistics Catches: 11 Yards: 181 Touchdowns: 1 ...
Quick Take: Jets keep pace in AFC East race
Al Bello / Getty Images Leon Washington finished with 186 total yards and a touchdown. It was over when ... Jets safety Abram Elam sacked J.P. Losman, forcing a fumble at the Bills' 16. DE Shaun Ellis recovered the ball and rumbled into the end zone, giving...
Quick Take: Bills (6-8) at Broncos (8-6)
Rick Stewart / Getty Images Bills RB Marshawn Lynch averaged 5.2 yards per carry in his last four games. Last meeting Without any timeouts, Jay Cutler completed an 11-yard pass to Javon Walker with 18 seconds remaining, allowing just enough time for Jason Elam...
Quick Take: Bills (6-8) at Broncos (8-6)
Rick Stewart / Getty Images Bills RB Marshawn Lynch averaged 5.2 yards per carry in his last four games. Last meeting Without any timeouts, Jay Cutler completed an 11-yard pass to Javon Walker with 18 seconds remaining, allowing just enough time for Jason Elam...
Weekly rankings: Giants maintain top spot despite loss
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after 14 weeks. New York Giants 11-2 (Previous: 1) Maybe the Plaxico Burress distraction was larger than some of us thought it would be. Pittsburgh Steelers 10-3 (2)It's defensive history in the making, although...
Fan voting for Pro Bowl ends up having a distinct Redskins slant
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins won the fan Pro Bowl voting in nine of 19 positions for the NFC, the result of an aggressive marketing campaign that paid dividends even for the lowest rated kicker in the league. Tallies released by the league Thursday show the Redskins on...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 15
After further review ... It was a game-winning touchdown for the Steelers, as Santonio Holmes just gets into the end zone on this pass from Ben Roethlisberger. Watch Clip Game Highlights Game Center Photos Talk about a defensive...
Awaiting heart transplant, Richardson attends Panthers' win
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina owner Jerry Richardson, who is awaiting a heart transplant, attended Sunday's game and watched the Panthers (11-3) clinch at least a tie for the NFC South title, improve to 8-0 at home and prevent the Broncos (8-6) from clinching the AFC West with a...
Giants sign Webster to five-year extension worth $43.5 million
IRVING, Texas -- The New York Giants announced before Sunday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys that they have signed cornerback Corey Webster to a contract extension through the 2013 season. NFL Network's Adam Schefter reported that the five-year deal is worth...
Jackson relishes second chance, throws four TDs to lead Vikings
Jeff Gross/Getty Images QB Tarvaris Jackson was 11-of-17 passing in his return to the Vikings' starting lineup Sunday against the Cardinals. GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Watching from the sidelines all those weeks turned out to be just what Tarvaris Jackson needed. ...
Quick Take: Steelers lock up AFC North
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images The Steelers have outscored their last three opponents 37-0 in the fourth. It was over when ... Ben Roethlisberger scrambled on third-and-goal and found Santonio Holmes in the end zone, barely, to put the Steelers up 13-9 with less than...
Falcons' unexpected success has playoff desire burning in Atlanta
Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Falcons RB Michael Turner is one of the few players on the roster who knows the road to the playoffs. ATLANTA -- With the intention of sending a message to his young, playoff-inexperienced Falcons, coach Mike Smith called a team...
Feds: Football star's nephew ran Pa. cocaine ring The Associated Press - ALIQUIPPA, Pa. (AP) — Federal prosecutors in Pittsburgh say they have broken up a cocaine ring headed by the nephew of Hall of Fame running back Tony ...
Paterno's run at Penn State is one long journey USA Today - And the coaching changes in major college football reached 20 out of 119. Guys in his profession are as disposable as razor blades. ...
UB extends football coach Gill Bizjournals.com, NC - University at Buffalo head football coach Turner Gill has been given a contract extension and a salary increase that ties him to the Bulls program through ...
Race and Football Debated After Auburn Picks a Coach New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today Behind him, stacked in the middle of ...
College Football Bowl Predictions 2009 Point-Spreads.com, FL - The college football bowl season kicks off this Saturday, December 20th with four games and concludes on January 8th with the BCS National Championship Game ...
Breaking the Huddle: New HBO documentary on race and football is ... Los Angeles Times, CA - Seeing him today on ESPN's Game Day, you would never suspect that he was one of the many foot soldiers who helped to racially integrate the sport. ...
Purdue football gets oral commitment from Florida standout Indianapolis Star, United States - The Purdue football team received a verbal commitment today from Florida high school standout running back Al-Terek McBurse. The highly regarded McBurse, ...
Football: Former Spartans nominated for Rudy Awards Houston Chronicle, United States - By ADAM KING CHRONICLE CORRESPONDENT Former Stratford football players Drew Combs, a senior kicker at Texas Christian, and Ryan Craig, a redshirt junior ...
Utah football: Ludwig leaving to be OC at Kansas State Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Utah's football team will have a new coach calling the offensive plays next year, but don't expect much change in Utah's overall offensive ...
2008 Indianapolis Star Indiana Mr. Football Indianapolis Star, United States - By Curt Cavin Morgan Newton's athletic resume includes three consecutive Class 5A state title game appearances with the Carmel High School football team. ...
South Christan football coach Blacquiere steps down MLive.com, MI - GRAND RAPIDS -- Bob Blacquiere knows he will not pace the sidelines as football coach at South Christian for his 28th season next fall. ...
Hoke is introduced as SDSU football coach San Diego Union Tribune, CA - “This program is going to be based on a we, us and ours philosophy, because it's going to take all of us to reap the expectations we have as a football ...
College football: Urban Meyer tries to calm Florida fans after ... Chicago Tribune, United States - Coach Urban Meyer tried to reassure Florida fans of his commitment to the Gators on Tuesday, but reiterated that Notre Dame might always be his "dream job. ...
Oklahoma State football signs four JUCO standouts Dallas Morning News, TX - STILLWATER - Oklahoma State head football coach Mike Gundy has announced the signing of four junior-college players to national letters of intent. ...
Belhaven Head Football Coach Leaving WJTV, MS - Belhaven head football coach Don Lee is returning to his alma mater after accepting the head coaching position at Olivet Nazarene University . ...
Barkley speaks the ugly truth about college football San Jose Mercury News, USA - By John Ryan The Charles Barkley character assassination should commence any moment now, because in big-time college football, it's either go that route or ...
FVSU picks Pittman as new football coach Macon Telegraph, GA - Fort Valley State hopes the next time its new head football coach is on the same site, he is under sunny skies and next to a new multi-million dollar ...
• Syracuse football coach Doug Marrone names Anselmo as secondary ... The Post-Standard - Syracuse.com, NY - By Donnie Webb Within minutes of being named the new head football coach at Syracuse University on Friday morning, Doug Marrone was on the phone trying to ...
Ohio State football: Wells appears ready to move on Columbus Dispatch, OH - By Ken Gordon The Ohio State football team got some practice yesterday for what it likely will have to do in 2009: go on without Chris "Beanie" Wells. ...
Ohio State football: Laurinaitis is happy about his Lott in life Columbus Dispatch, OH - "James is humble, he's not worried about what people say about him," teammate Malcolm Jenkins said last week at the College Football Awards Show on ESPN. ...
With defensive coordinator Scott Shafer gone, will Wolverines ... MLive.com, MI - by David Mayo The Grand Rapids Press Scott Shafer officially became the scapegoat of the University of Michigan football collapse Wednesday, ...
Sooners' Wilson claims Broyles Award Norman Transcript, OK - The Rotary Club of Little Rock, Ark., agreed Tuesday, naming Oklahoma offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson the 2008 recipient of the Frank Broyles Award. ...
Weekly rankings: Steelers take over top spot with hot play
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after Week 15. Pittsburgh Steelers 11-3 (Previous: 2) A lights-out defense, an offense that makes plays when it needs to, and strong coaching are the ingredients of a team deserving of the top spot. New York Giants ...
NFL owners to vote on restructuring of Steelers' ownership
PITTSBURGH -- NFL owners may vote on Wednesday whether to accept the restructured ownership plan in which Pittsburgh Steelers chairman Dan Rooney and his son will buy most of the shares owned by other family members. The NFL finance committee "thoroughly reviewed the...
Pressure-packed: Contenders increasingly becoming sack-religious
Associated Press LB DeMarcus Ware leads the league with 19 sacks and anchors the Cowboys' impressive defense. IRVING, Texas -- An NFL cycle often unfolds this way: Defenses start the season ahead of offenses. Then offenses gradually build and click. Not...
RBs Benson, Morris will be hot names on fantasy waiver wire
Dilip Vishwanat / Getty Images Seahawks wide receiver Deion Branch has recorded 164 yards and two touchdowns in his last two games. Here's a quick look at 10 players to target off the waiver wire as we head into fantasy football's championship...
NFL.com writers cast their 2009 Pro Bowl ballots
Official ballots are in, and the 2009 NFL Pro Bowl rosters will be announced Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET on a special NFL Total Access 2009 NFL Pro Bowl Selection Show on NFL Network. In the meantime, though, here is how NFL.com's writers and analysts would have voted, had they...
Sunday night game attracts record 23.1 million viewers
Carucci on Cowboys Vic Carucci says Wade Phillips found out the hard way that NFL coaches can never forget what they do best, and it might have come too late for the Cowboys. More ... NEW YORK -- The Dallas Cowboys' victory over the New York Giants drew the most viewers ever for...
Quick Take: Cardinals (8-6) at Patriots (9-5)
Jeff Gross / Getty Images Kurt Warner will look to bounce back against New England's 15th-ranked secondary. Last meeting In Week 2 of 2004, Corey Dillons ran for 158 yards on 32 carries, pacing New England to a 23-12 road win over Arizona. ...
Still some enticing 'hit-or-miss' options on the waiver wire
All season, we've had two strategies for making waiver claims: (1) getting guys with upside who might pan out later in the year; and (2) claiming mediocre players who have a good matchup that week. This week, you can throw the first strategy out the window. We're...
Jaguars place receiver Porter, linebacker Smith on injured reserve
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Jaguars wide receiver Jerry Porter made nearly $1 million per catch this season before going on injured reserve Tuesday. Jerry Porter, WR Jacksonville Jaguars Season statistics Catches: 11 Yards: 181 Touchdowns: 1 ...
Quick Take: Jets keep pace in AFC East race
Al Bello / Getty Images Leon Washington finished with 186 total yards and a touchdown. It was over when ... Jets safety Abram Elam sacked J.P. Losman, forcing a fumble at the Bills' 16. DE Shaun Ellis recovered the ball and rumbled into the end zone, giving...
Quick Take: Bills (6-8) at Broncos (8-6)
Rick Stewart / Getty Images Bills RB Marshawn Lynch averaged 5.2 yards per carry in his last four games. Last meeting Without any timeouts, Jay Cutler completed an 11-yard pass to Javon Walker with 18 seconds remaining, allowing just enough time for Jason Elam...
Quick Take: Bills (6-8) at Broncos (8-6)
Rick Stewart / Getty Images Bills RB Marshawn Lynch averaged 5.2 yards per carry in his last four games. Last meeting Without any timeouts, Jay Cutler completed an 11-yard pass to Javon Walker with 18 seconds remaining, allowing just enough time for Jason Elam...
Weekly rankings: Giants maintain top spot despite loss
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after 14 weeks. New York Giants 11-2 (Previous: 1) Maybe the Plaxico Burress distraction was larger than some of us thought it would be. Pittsburgh Steelers 10-3 (2)It's defensive history in the making, although...
Fan voting for Pro Bowl ends up having a distinct Redskins slant
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins won the fan Pro Bowl voting in nine of 19 positions for the NFC, the result of an aggressive marketing campaign that paid dividends even for the lowest rated kicker in the league. Tallies released by the league Thursday show the Redskins on...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 15
After further review ... It was a game-winning touchdown for the Steelers, as Santonio Holmes just gets into the end zone on this pass from Ben Roethlisberger. Watch Clip Game Highlights Game Center Photos Talk about a defensive...
Awaiting heart transplant, Richardson attends Panthers' win
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolina owner Jerry Richardson, who is awaiting a heart transplant, attended Sunday's game and watched the Panthers (11-3) clinch at least a tie for the NFC South title, improve to 8-0 at home and prevent the Broncos (8-6) from clinching the AFC West with a...
Giants sign Webster to five-year extension worth $43.5 million
IRVING, Texas -- The New York Giants announced before Sunday night's game against the Dallas Cowboys that they have signed cornerback Corey Webster to a contract extension through the 2013 season. NFL Network's Adam Schefter reported that the five-year deal is worth...
Jackson relishes second chance, throws four TDs to lead Vikings
Jeff Gross/Getty Images QB Tarvaris Jackson was 11-of-17 passing in his return to the Vikings' starting lineup Sunday against the Cardinals. GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Watching from the sidelines all those weeks turned out to be just what Tarvaris Jackson needed. ...
Quick Take: Steelers lock up AFC North
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images The Steelers have outscored their last three opponents 37-0 in the fourth. It was over when ... Ben Roethlisberger scrambled on third-and-goal and found Santonio Holmes in the end zone, barely, to put the Steelers up 13-9 with less than...
Falcons' unexpected success has playoff desire burning in Atlanta
Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Falcons RB Michael Turner is one of the few players on the roster who knows the road to the playoffs. ATLANTA -- With the intention of sending a message to his young, playoff-inexperienced Falcons, coach Mike Smith called a team...
Sunday, December 14, 2008
News for the Day 12/14/08
Sports Briefing College Football New York Times, United States - ... left to give Richmond a 21-20 victory over Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa, sending the Spiders to the Football Championship Subdivision title game. ...
Ute football: Coaches on far different sidelines Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Saban is hovering near the top while Whittingham is just starting his climb in the nation's football consciousness. The one thing they have in common? ...
Syracuse hires Doug Marrone as football coach The Associated Press - "When I went into coaching, I always prepared myself for this," the Bronx-born Marrone said Friday after being hired to replace Robinson as football coach. ...
BYU football: Cougs want history, third straight victory Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - Every college football team not playing in a BCS bowl game needs something to get motivated, right? For the No. 17 BYU Cougars (10-2), ...
GEORGIA TECH FOOTBALL REPORT: Players in ‘good shape’ for LSU Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Richard also received an $18000 scholarship Tuesday as a finalist for the Draddy Trophy, given by the National Football Foundation to the top senior ...
New UW football coach Steve Sarkisian makes a quick rise in profession Seattle Times, United States - The Huskies' new football coach has enjoyed a fast rise through the coaching ranks since joining USC as a graduate assistand in 2001. ...
MSU FOOTBALL Spartans heat up practice; Staff changes on the way? Detroit Free Press, United States - "If that happens, that's a credit to what this football program has done in two years here. We have outstanding coaches, and I would think if they had the ...
Best thing for NCAA football: More anguish Chicago Tribune, United States - If you are part of the silent minority and have no deep feelings either way about a college football playoff, perhaps you should consider rooting for the ...
NCAA DIV. III FOOTBALL %%endkicker%%%%head%%Class in session at Mount The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - His team had just lost to Mount Union in the Division III football playoffs . . . this time by a 45-24 verdict. "How many times have we been here . . . six? ...
Report: Army fires football coach Brock Baltimore Sun, United States - AP WEST POINT, NY - A published report says Army football coach Stan Brock has been fired. The Times Herald-Record of Middletown reports on its Web site ...
INSIDE COLLEGE FOOTBALL SI.com - ... closely Bradford's 2008 legacy -- and the direction of this entire college football season -- has been intertwined with that of his fellow finalists. ...
HBO explores integration of college footballMLive.com, MI - 2 hours ago6, 1969, a college football game day like no other. It was all anyone could talk about. And from the perspective of a boy just shy of 9, the world seemed ...
New York Giants vs Dallas Cowboys Sunday Night Football Sports-Odds.com, FL -Dallas Cowboys (8-5) Sunday Night Football: Sports-Odds.com's “NFL Game of the Week” takes us to Texas Stadium, as the defending Super Bowl champion, ...
Rutgers Approves More Money for Stadium Expansion New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today The vote, which was unanimous, ...
Wives grab fantasy football's fun CharlotteObserver.com, NC - By Dan Huntley At her Fort Mill home, Julie Maloney uses her laptop to play fantasy football as sons Joshua, 7 months, and Jacob, 3, show their fascination. ...
The Death of Arena Football SportingNews.com -On somebody's sports ticker, I read this week that the arena football league will not play the 2009 season because of economic turmoil. ...
Montana one victory away from national title Great Falls Tribune, MT - Only one UM football team has ever won 15 games in a season, but the current Griz could add their names to that exclusive list Friday night.
Notre Dame Football: Aloha Oy Vey Bleacher Report, CA - ... they were also a few plays away from being 3-9 yet again and they have shown that they can lose to one of college football's worst teams. ...
Here's proof that Hawaii has football talent to spare Honolulu Star-Bulletin, HI - Thankfully for Hawaii football (though not necessarily UH football) Brostek decided instead to share his knowledge and passion for the game with the next ...
UH extends contract of football coach Sumlin Houston Chronicle, United States - AP USA Today Top 25 BCS After leading the Cougars to a 7-5 record and a berth in the Armed Forces Bowl, University of Houston football coach Kevin ...
CCS takes first step toward five-division football playoffs San Jose Mercury News, USA - Dec 13, 2008The CCS football committee voted unanimously Wednesday to increase the number of postseason qualifiers in the sport from 32 to 40 teams and add a fifth ...
Pitt Football: Scott McKillop ... The player nobody wanted Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - Scott McKillop was named first-team All-America by the Football Writer's Association yesterday, a tremendous accomplishment for any player. ...
Tale of two cities: From football to fans to food, it's Baltimore ... Trading Markets (press release), CA - 8 hours agoFor two teams and fan bases that dislike each other so much, they are bonded by their history, sports culture and football philosophy. ...
Bowling Green selects Clawson as new football coach Sports Network - Bowling Green, OH (Sports Network) - Bowling Green has named Dave Clawson its new head football coach. Clawson spent this past season as the offensive ...
College football fans have their say Los Angeles Times, CA - As always, Bill Plaschke looks at the world through baby-blue-colored glasses ["Bruins live to fight another day next fall," Dec. 7]. ...
South Pointe's Gilmore named Mr. Football WIS, SC - MYRTLE BEACH, SC (AP) - South Pointe star quarterback Stephon Gilmore was picked as South Carolina's Mr. Football. The award was given Friday night and goes ...
Pasadena Lakes wins football title MiamiHerald.com, FL - The Pasadena Lakes Optimist Panthers 105s upset the Coconut Creek Eagles 22-0 for the American Youth Football League Super Bowl title at Coral Glades High ...
OJ’s name should be off Wall of Fame Buffalo News, United States - He led a raiding party of five cohorts, one of whom pulled a gun, to “repossess” his football memorabilia from collectors. The judgment and sentencing gave ...
Football: Croson is interested in Chaminade job Los Angeles Times, CA -Just hours before the City Section Championship Division game is scheduled to take place this afternoon at the Coliseum, Birmingham Coach Ed Croson dropped
Football Player of the Year: Offense — Justin Mello SouthCoastToday.com, MA - Hopes to play football at the college level. Has been a starter since his freshman season but really came into his own as a running back this year, ...
Former KU Football Player Sentenced to Life in Prison WFMZ-TV Online, PA - He's the former Kutztown University football player who went on a shooting rampage at an Atlanta courthouse in 2005, killing four people. ...
PSU, Pitt players earn football honors Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA - By Sam Ross Jr. Penn State center AQ Shipley earned another individual recognition when he was named the first-team center on the 65th Football Writers ...
Redskins' Jansen, Horton, Griffin inactive vs. Bengals
CINCINNATI -- Redskins right tackle Jon Jansen was inactive Sunday for a game against the Cincinnati Bengals because of a knee injury, the latest setback to an injury-sapped offensive line. Jon Jansen, T Washington Redskins Age: 32 Height: 6-6 Weight: 302 ...
Seahawks' Hasselbeck third QB vs. St. Louis
ST. LOUIS -- Matt Hasselbeck, who has a bulging disk in his back, was the Seattle Seahawks' third quarterback for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams in a matchup of 2-11 teams. Seneca Wallace, who tied his career best with three touchdown passes last week against...
Niners workhorse Gore won't play against hometown Dolphins
MIAMI -- San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore was inactive Sunday against Miami because of a sprained left ankle, costing him a chance to face his hometown team. Frank Gore, RB San Francisco 49ers Season Statistics Carries: 229 Yards: 978 ...
Seahawks' Hasselbeck third QB vs. St. Louis
ST. LOUIS -- Matt Hasselbeck, who has a bulging disk in his back, was the Seattle Seahawks' third quarterback for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams in a matchup of 2-11 teams. Seneca Wallace, who tied his career best with three touchdown passes last week against...
Orlovsky starts in place of Culpepper vs. Colts
INDIANAPOLIS -- Detroit quarterback Daunte Culpepper was among the inactive players for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. Culpepper injured his right shoulder late in the first half against Minnesota last week, and his status for the Colts was in doubt after...
Injury bug continues to gnaw at Packers' Harrell
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Justin Harrell laughed almost embarrassingly for a second Friday as the Green Bay Packers defensive tackle thought back to the last time he enjoyed an injury-free football season. "Probably high school, to be honest with you," Harrell said. That...
Vikings' Frerotte doubtful, Jackson likely to start vs. Arizona
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota quarterback Gus Frerotte is listed as doubtful for the Vikings Sunday against Arizona with a lower back injury. A different view From starting to watching, three promising QBs from the 2006 draft -- Tarvaris Jackson, Matt Leinart and Vince Young...
Saints concerned about Bush's knee, could have sprain
METAIRIE, La. -- Reggie Bush's left knee needs further examination before he'll be allowed back on the field for either of New Orleans' final two games. Noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews will look at images from Bush's latest MRI, and coach Sean Payton...
49ers put WR Battle on IR, promote RB Clayton from practice squad
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The San Francisco 49ers put receiver Arnaz Battle on injured reserve Saturday with a sprained foot, ending his season. Arnaz Battle, WR San Francisco 49ers 2008 Statistics: Games: 9 Receptions: 24 Yards: 318 The 49ers also...
Pats sign OL Connolly from practice squad; place LB Woods on IR
Pierre Woods, LB New England Patriots 2008 Statistics: G/GS: 12/3 Tackles: 35 Sacks: 1 BOSTON -- The New England Patriots signed offensive lineman Dan Connolly from their practice squad on Saturday and ended linebacker Pierre Woods' season by putting...
A look at what's ahead in Week 15
1 p.m. ET, FOX San Francisco at Miami Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Dolphins 5-4 in the regular season, but the 49ers won the most important matchup between these two teams, Super Bowl XIX. Streaks: The 49ers have won four of the past five meetings, but not...
Ute football: Coaches on far different sidelines Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Saban is hovering near the top while Whittingham is just starting his climb in the nation's football consciousness. The one thing they have in common? ...
Syracuse hires Doug Marrone as football coach The Associated Press - "When I went into coaching, I always prepared myself for this," the Bronx-born Marrone said Friday after being hired to replace Robinson as football coach. ...
BYU football: Cougs want history, third straight victory Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - Every college football team not playing in a BCS bowl game needs something to get motivated, right? For the No. 17 BYU Cougars (10-2), ...
GEORGIA TECH FOOTBALL REPORT: Players in ‘good shape’ for LSU Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Richard also received an $18000 scholarship Tuesday as a finalist for the Draddy Trophy, given by the National Football Foundation to the top senior ...
New UW football coach Steve Sarkisian makes a quick rise in profession Seattle Times, United States - The Huskies' new football coach has enjoyed a fast rise through the coaching ranks since joining USC as a graduate assistand in 2001. ...
MSU FOOTBALL Spartans heat up practice; Staff changes on the way? Detroit Free Press, United States - "If that happens, that's a credit to what this football program has done in two years here. We have outstanding coaches, and I would think if they had the ...
Best thing for NCAA football: More anguish Chicago Tribune, United States - If you are part of the silent minority and have no deep feelings either way about a college football playoff, perhaps you should consider rooting for the ...
NCAA DIV. III FOOTBALL %%endkicker%%%%head%%Class in session at Mount The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - His team had just lost to Mount Union in the Division III football playoffs . . . this time by a 45-24 verdict. "How many times have we been here . . . six? ...
Report: Army fires football coach Brock Baltimore Sun, United States - AP WEST POINT, NY - A published report says Army football coach Stan Brock has been fired. The Times Herald-Record of Middletown reports on its Web site ...
INSIDE COLLEGE FOOTBALL SI.com - ... closely Bradford's 2008 legacy -- and the direction of this entire college football season -- has been intertwined with that of his fellow finalists. ...
HBO explores integration of college footballMLive.com, MI - 2 hours ago6, 1969, a college football game day like no other. It was all anyone could talk about. And from the perspective of a boy just shy of 9, the world seemed ...
New York Giants vs Dallas Cowboys Sunday Night Football Sports-Odds.com, FL -Dallas Cowboys (8-5) Sunday Night Football: Sports-Odds.com's “NFL Game of the Week” takes us to Texas Stadium, as the defending Super Bowl champion, ...
Rutgers Approves More Money for Stadium Expansion New York Times, United States - Interviews, insight and analysis from The Times on the competition and culture of college football. AP Poll USA Today The vote, which was unanimous, ...
Wives grab fantasy football's fun CharlotteObserver.com, NC - By Dan Huntley At her Fort Mill home, Julie Maloney uses her laptop to play fantasy football as sons Joshua, 7 months, and Jacob, 3, show their fascination. ...
The Death of Arena Football SportingNews.com -On somebody's sports ticker, I read this week that the arena football league will not play the 2009 season because of economic turmoil. ...
Montana one victory away from national title Great Falls Tribune, MT - Only one UM football team has ever won 15 games in a season, but the current Griz could add their names to that exclusive list Friday night.
Notre Dame Football: Aloha Oy Vey Bleacher Report, CA - ... they were also a few plays away from being 3-9 yet again and they have shown that they can lose to one of college football's worst teams. ...
Here's proof that Hawaii has football talent to spare Honolulu Star-Bulletin, HI - Thankfully for Hawaii football (though not necessarily UH football) Brostek decided instead to share his knowledge and passion for the game with the next ...
UH extends contract of football coach Sumlin Houston Chronicle, United States - AP USA Today Top 25 BCS After leading the Cougars to a 7-5 record and a berth in the Armed Forces Bowl, University of Houston football coach Kevin ...
CCS takes first step toward five-division football playoffs San Jose Mercury News, USA - Dec 13, 2008The CCS football committee voted unanimously Wednesday to increase the number of postseason qualifiers in the sport from 32 to 40 teams and add a fifth ...
Pitt Football: Scott McKillop ... The player nobody wanted Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - Scott McKillop was named first-team All-America by the Football Writer's Association yesterday, a tremendous accomplishment for any player. ...
Tale of two cities: From football to fans to food, it's Baltimore ... Trading Markets (press release), CA - 8 hours agoFor two teams and fan bases that dislike each other so much, they are bonded by their history, sports culture and football philosophy. ...
Bowling Green selects Clawson as new football coach Sports Network - Bowling Green, OH (Sports Network) - Bowling Green has named Dave Clawson its new head football coach. Clawson spent this past season as the offensive ...
College football fans have their say Los Angeles Times, CA - As always, Bill Plaschke looks at the world through baby-blue-colored glasses ["Bruins live to fight another day next fall," Dec. 7]. ...
South Pointe's Gilmore named Mr. Football WIS, SC - MYRTLE BEACH, SC (AP) - South Pointe star quarterback Stephon Gilmore was picked as South Carolina's Mr. Football. The award was given Friday night and goes ...
Pasadena Lakes wins football title MiamiHerald.com, FL - The Pasadena Lakes Optimist Panthers 105s upset the Coconut Creek Eagles 22-0 for the American Youth Football League Super Bowl title at Coral Glades High ...
OJ’s name should be off Wall of Fame Buffalo News, United States - He led a raiding party of five cohorts, one of whom pulled a gun, to “repossess” his football memorabilia from collectors. The judgment and sentencing gave ...
Football: Croson is interested in Chaminade job Los Angeles Times, CA -Just hours before the City Section Championship Division game is scheduled to take place this afternoon at the Coliseum, Birmingham Coach Ed Croson dropped
Football Player of the Year: Offense — Justin Mello SouthCoastToday.com, MA - Hopes to play football at the college level. Has been a starter since his freshman season but really came into his own as a running back this year, ...
Former KU Football Player Sentenced to Life in Prison WFMZ-TV Online, PA - He's the former Kutztown University football player who went on a shooting rampage at an Atlanta courthouse in 2005, killing four people. ...
PSU, Pitt players earn football honors Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA - By Sam Ross Jr. Penn State center AQ Shipley earned another individual recognition when he was named the first-team center on the 65th Football Writers ...
Redskins' Jansen, Horton, Griffin inactive vs. Bengals
CINCINNATI -- Redskins right tackle Jon Jansen was inactive Sunday for a game against the Cincinnati Bengals because of a knee injury, the latest setback to an injury-sapped offensive line. Jon Jansen, T Washington Redskins Age: 32 Height: 6-6 Weight: 302 ...
Seahawks' Hasselbeck third QB vs. St. Louis
ST. LOUIS -- Matt Hasselbeck, who has a bulging disk in his back, was the Seattle Seahawks' third quarterback for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams in a matchup of 2-11 teams. Seneca Wallace, who tied his career best with three touchdown passes last week against...
Niners workhorse Gore won't play against hometown Dolphins
MIAMI -- San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore was inactive Sunday against Miami because of a sprained left ankle, costing him a chance to face his hometown team. Frank Gore, RB San Francisco 49ers Season Statistics Carries: 229 Yards: 978 ...
Seahawks' Hasselbeck third QB vs. St. Louis
ST. LOUIS -- Matt Hasselbeck, who has a bulging disk in his back, was the Seattle Seahawks' third quarterback for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams in a matchup of 2-11 teams. Seneca Wallace, who tied his career best with three touchdown passes last week against...
Orlovsky starts in place of Culpepper vs. Colts
INDIANAPOLIS -- Detroit quarterback Daunte Culpepper was among the inactive players for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. Culpepper injured his right shoulder late in the first half against Minnesota last week, and his status for the Colts was in doubt after...
Injury bug continues to gnaw at Packers' Harrell
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Justin Harrell laughed almost embarrassingly for a second Friday as the Green Bay Packers defensive tackle thought back to the last time he enjoyed an injury-free football season. "Probably high school, to be honest with you," Harrell said. That...
Vikings' Frerotte doubtful, Jackson likely to start vs. Arizona
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota quarterback Gus Frerotte is listed as doubtful for the Vikings Sunday against Arizona with a lower back injury. A different view From starting to watching, three promising QBs from the 2006 draft -- Tarvaris Jackson, Matt Leinart and Vince Young...
Saints concerned about Bush's knee, could have sprain
METAIRIE, La. -- Reggie Bush's left knee needs further examination before he'll be allowed back on the field for either of New Orleans' final two games. Noted orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews will look at images from Bush's latest MRI, and coach Sean Payton...
49ers put WR Battle on IR, promote RB Clayton from practice squad
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The San Francisco 49ers put receiver Arnaz Battle on injured reserve Saturday with a sprained foot, ending his season. Arnaz Battle, WR San Francisco 49ers 2008 Statistics: Games: 9 Receptions: 24 Yards: 318 The 49ers also...
Pats sign OL Connolly from practice squad; place LB Woods on IR
Pierre Woods, LB New England Patriots 2008 Statistics: G/GS: 12/3 Tackles: 35 Sacks: 1 BOSTON -- The New England Patriots signed offensive lineman Dan Connolly from their practice squad on Saturday and ended linebacker Pierre Woods' season by putting...
A look at what's ahead in Week 15
1 p.m. ET, FOX San Francisco at Miami Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Dolphins 5-4 in the regular season, but the 49ers won the most important matchup between these two teams, Super Bowl XIX. Streaks: The 49ers have won four of the past five meetings, but not...
Thursday, December 11, 2008
News for the Day 12/11/08
Arena Football League reconsiders suspending 2009 season Los Angeles Times, CA - The Arena Football League could cancel its upcoming season due to the sluggish economy. After initial indications they would suspend the 2009 season, ...
Colleges: Mississppi State names football coach Houston Chronicle, United States - Florida offensive coordinator Dan Mullen will be the new football coach at Mississippi State, moving from the Southeastern Conference champions to one of ...
Ute football: The Tide of history Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Coach Bear Bryant, left, and quarterback Joe Namath are just two of the legends of Alabama football. (AP file photo) Outside of Alabama's ...
Alabama State football program placed on probation The Associated Press - (AP) — Alabama State University's football program was placed on five years' probation by the NCAA on Wednesday and must forfeit all games won in the 2000 ...
Case Against a Playoff in Football New York Times, United States - His boy, Graham, had come a long way on his first trip to New York, from Lubbock, Tex., for the National Football Foundation’s College Hall of Fame dinner ...
Sports Briefing College Football Tebow Tops Heisman List New York Times, United States - By AP Tim Tebow will go for two against two talented quarterbacks from the Big 12 when the Heisman Trophy is awarded Saturday night in Manhattan. ...
Union to Seek $1 Million Signing Bonus for Giants’ Burress Bloomberg - (Bloomberg) -- The National Football League Players Association will file a grievance against the New York Giants for failing to pay $1 million due ...
BYU football: Coach sees compliment in Vegas Bowl invite Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - Brigham Young football coach Bronco Mendenhall and defensive end Jan Jorgensen made a quick trip to Las Vegas on Tuesday for a news ...
Locksley Named 29th Head Football Coach at UNM UNM Today, NM - Mike Locksley is the 29th head coach for New Mexico football, which began competition in 1892. UNM Vice President for Athletics Paul Krebs said Locksley has ...
More layoffs loom for NFL Films Bizjournals.com, NC - NFL Films is among three National Football League operations that will cut jobs by early February, an NFL spokesman said Wednesday. The National Football ...
Youth football coach is fourth person arrested for torture of ... San Jose Mercury News, USA - (Tracy Police) A youth football coach, a neighbor of a couple charged with the kidnapping and torture of a 16-year-old boy held prisoner in their home, ...
Want BCS support? Ask Big Ten's Delany USA Today - "There is nothing more powerful than the regular season in college football. All the games that were local are now regional. The regional games are now ...
Proposed bill would prohibit BCS from calling itself national ... Austin American-Statesman, TX - Joe Barton, R-Arlington, might have graduated from Texas A&M, but that didn't stop him from announcing a plan to put an end to college football's Bowl ...
Fantasy football insider Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX - By SCOTT McCOY Carolina running backs Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams provided an impressive 1-2 punch last week against Tampa Bay. ...
El Camino football coach steps down San Diego Union Tribune, CA - By Kevin Gemmell El Camino High football coach Trace Deneke resigned Wednesday following his fourth losing season in five years. ...
Football: USU hires two Weber assistants Salt Lake Tribune, United States - ... which won a share of the Big Sky Conferene title this year and advanced to the second round of the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs. ...
Haugen to coach Gusties football Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - Peter Haugen, football coach at Minneapolis Washburn High School for the past 15 years, was named football coach at Gustavus Adolphus College on Wednesday. ...
Three teams have mountains of support in football finals Kentucky.com, KY - By Mike Fields - mfields@herald-leader.com After Hazard upset Lexington Christian Academy in the Class A football playoffs last week to earn its first-ever ...
GW football coach suspended Daily Mail - Charleston, WV - George Washington High School football coach Steve Edwards Jr., who just took his team to the state championship game, has been suspended over allegations ...
College Bowl Season Begins in New Orleans MarketWatch - DETAILS: Football fans will continue to fill the city as New Orleans welcomes thousands of guests to two annual football favorites, the R+L Carriers New ...
A victory is in reach for these four road teams in Week 15
It takes a lot to win on the road in the NFL, but there are four teams that possess the ingredients necessary to pull off the difficult feat in Week 15. The Titans, Packers, 49ers and Chargers all appear to be in position to claim road victories. The Titans travel to Houston to...
Injuries derail RBs Gore, Hillis; Westbrook explodes in New York
Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images 49ers running back Frank Gore had 65 scrimmage yards and one touchdown before being injured. Injuries are a part of the NFL and fantasy football. Unfortunately for countless owners, a number of prominent running backs picked a...
Saints, Bears playing for their playoff lives on NFL Network
Chicago is where New Orleans' season has ended the past two years. That city has been much kinder to the Saints' new featured runner. The Saints, receiving a huge boost on the ground from Chicago native Pierre Thomas, look to avoid another crushing road loss to the Bears...
Union appeals Giants' suspension, fine of Burress
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The NFL Players Association filed a grievance on Tuesday challenging the suspension and fine given to Plaxico Burress by the New York Giants after the receiver accidentally shot himself in a nightclub more than a week ago. Plaxico Burress, WR New...
49ers find motivation in their spoiler role
Getty Images Mike Singletary, Tom Cable and Dick Jauron have their teams facing spoiler roles this week. If you can't make the playoffs, the next best way to gain satisfaction in the NFL this time of year is to wreck somebody else's...
Portis should bounce back vs. Bengals; Barber still a question mark
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Falcons running back Michael Turner has rushed for an impressive 1,269 yards and 14 touchdowns this season. I need to start two running backs from Thomas Jones, Clinton Portis, Jonathan Stewart and Michael Turner. I'm worried...
Texans rookie Slaton getting stonger as season wears on
Andy Lyons / Getty Images Rookie RB Steve Slaton, is on pace to eclipse the Texans franchise record for rushing yards in a single season. Nine running backs were selected ahead of Texans running back Steve Slaton in April's NFL Draft. Four of them...
Quick Take: Broncos (8-5) at Panthers (10-3)
Brian Bhar / Getty Images Recently signed RB Tatum Bell figures to see plenty of action for the Broncos. Last meeting On Oct. 10, 2004, RB Reuben Droughns rushed for 193 yards to lead the Broncos past the Panthers, 20-17. Streaks These teams have...
Quick Take: Giants (11-2) at Cowboys (8-5)
Al Bello / Getty Images Corey Webster had two INTs vs. Dallas in Week 9 and Terrell Owens had a TD. Last meeting In Week 9, Eli Manning threw three touchdown passes to lead the Giants past the visiting Cowboys, 35-14. Streaks New York has won two in...
Quick Take: Redskins (7-6) at Bengals (1-11-1)
Gregory Shamus / Getty Images WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh has been the Bengals' most consistent offensive player. Last meeting In Week 10 of the 2004 season, Cincinnati went into Washington and left a 17-10 winner. Streaks The Bengals have taken two...
Steelers do LeBeau proud
When you watch this Game of the Week, pay particular attention to Troy Polamalu's interception. It is a marvelous play. The Pittsburgh safety fully extendeds to pull down Tony Romo's pass and raise his league-leading interception total to seven. Steelers...
Portis and Zorn clear the air and claim to be on the same page
ASHBURN, Va. -- The rookie head coach and the flamboyant running back reached a smiling truce Wednesday, with Clinton Portis announcing that he's "cool with everything" and that he has no plans to sever ties with the Washington Redskins. "We done lost four out of our...
Eagles still contenders as they play host to Browns on Monday night
Andy Reid might be saving his job and Romeo Crennel may be about to lose his. As bad as Reid's team was the last time it faced a woeful opponent from Ohio, Crennel's crumbling Cleveland Browns are not expected to get in the way of the Philadelphia Eagles' sudden...
Dolphins continue march from worst to first, play host to 49ers
Thanks to a win last week and a loss by the AFC East leaders, the Miami Dolphins control their own destiny as they try to complete a turnaround from one of the worst teams in NFL history to division champions. Now the team that helped put them in this position is standing in...
Hasselbeck not ready to call it quits as Seahawks travel to St. Louis
Matt Hasselbeck isn't expected to play much the rest of the season, but he would like to return for one of the Seattle Seahawks' final three games. If he wants to win, he should probably return sooner rather than later. With Hasselbeck's status still...
Broncos, Panthers look to clinch playoff spots
Both the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos are looking to clinch their first playoff spots since 2005. Sterling Sharpe chat Sharpe gives Jake Delhomme advice: "When you get outside of the pocket in the red zone, don't take sack. Two, you threw two bad INTs in a...
Patriots unsure when Cassel will return after his father's death
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- New England Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel left the team Wednesday to join his family following the death of his father earlier in the week. "Our thoughts are with him and his family during this time," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said before practice.
Anatomy of a Play: Steelers shut door on Romo, Cowboys
Gregory Shamus / Getty Images The Steelers made things very difficult for Cowboys QB Tony Romo last Sunday in Pittsburgh. Tony Romo's 10 worst games by passer rating Date/Opp. Stats Passer rating 12/22/07 at Panthers 28 of 42, 257, 1/1 81.2 11/16/08 at Redskins...
High-tech healing gets players back on the field sooner
Head into the Minnesota Vikings' training room to check on the process of a rehabbing player, and you might just catch him playing video games. That's right, with millions of dollars invested in his health and welfare, the slacker is potted on a bench, staring at a screen. ...
Lions look for first win against wild-card hopeful Colts
The Indianapolis Colts have rebounded from a sour start with six straight victories, and they've needed all of them to maintain their grip on one of the AFC's wild card spots. With their own poor start threatening to turn into an even more ignominious finish, the Detroit...
Colleges: Mississppi State names football coach Houston Chronicle, United States - Florida offensive coordinator Dan Mullen will be the new football coach at Mississippi State, moving from the Southeastern Conference champions to one of ...
Ute football: The Tide of history Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Coach Bear Bryant, left, and quarterback Joe Namath are just two of the legends of Alabama football. (AP file photo) Outside of Alabama's ...
Alabama State football program placed on probation The Associated Press - (AP) — Alabama State University's football program was placed on five years' probation by the NCAA on Wednesday and must forfeit all games won in the 2000 ...
Case Against a Playoff in Football New York Times, United States - His boy, Graham, had come a long way on his first trip to New York, from Lubbock, Tex., for the National Football Foundation’s College Hall of Fame dinner ...
Sports Briefing College Football Tebow Tops Heisman List New York Times, United States - By AP Tim Tebow will go for two against two talented quarterbacks from the Big 12 when the Heisman Trophy is awarded Saturday night in Manhattan. ...
Union to Seek $1 Million Signing Bonus for Giants’ Burress Bloomberg - (Bloomberg) -- The National Football League Players Association will file a grievance against the New York Giants for failing to pay $1 million due ...
BYU football: Coach sees compliment in Vegas Bowl invite Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - Brigham Young football coach Bronco Mendenhall and defensive end Jan Jorgensen made a quick trip to Las Vegas on Tuesday for a news ...
Locksley Named 29th Head Football Coach at UNM UNM Today, NM - Mike Locksley is the 29th head coach for New Mexico football, which began competition in 1892. UNM Vice President for Athletics Paul Krebs said Locksley has ...
More layoffs loom for NFL Films Bizjournals.com, NC - NFL Films is among three National Football League operations that will cut jobs by early February, an NFL spokesman said Wednesday. The National Football ...
Youth football coach is fourth person arrested for torture of ... San Jose Mercury News, USA - (Tracy Police) A youth football coach, a neighbor of a couple charged with the kidnapping and torture of a 16-year-old boy held prisoner in their home, ...
Want BCS support? Ask Big Ten's Delany USA Today - "There is nothing more powerful than the regular season in college football. All the games that were local are now regional. The regional games are now ...
Proposed bill would prohibit BCS from calling itself national ... Austin American-Statesman, TX - Joe Barton, R-Arlington, might have graduated from Texas A&M, but that didn't stop him from announcing a plan to put an end to college football's Bowl ...
Fantasy football insider Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX - By SCOTT McCOY Carolina running backs Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams provided an impressive 1-2 punch last week against Tampa Bay. ...
El Camino football coach steps down San Diego Union Tribune, CA - By Kevin Gemmell El Camino High football coach Trace Deneke resigned Wednesday following his fourth losing season in five years. ...
Football: USU hires two Weber assistants Salt Lake Tribune, United States - ... which won a share of the Big Sky Conferene title this year and advanced to the second round of the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs. ...
Haugen to coach Gusties football Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - Peter Haugen, football coach at Minneapolis Washburn High School for the past 15 years, was named football coach at Gustavus Adolphus College on Wednesday. ...
Eurick resigns as Bay City Western football coach MLive.com, MI - Jim Eurick resigned as the head varsity football coach at Bay City Western to pursue his first love. The former Chesaning and Arthur Hill football coach ...
Football: Players, Coach of the Year Baltimore Sun, United States - Dunbar's Tavon Austin is the All-Metro Offensive Player of the Year for football. (Baltimore Sun photo by Kenneth K. Lam / December 3, 2008) Austin, ...
Mike Kellar Named Head Football Coach at Concord HNN Huntingtonnews.net, USA - Athens, WV (HNN) – Concord University has named Mike Kellar as its 17th head football coach. Kellar comes to Concord following a successful five-season ...
Willard's favorite son was a true Ohio State football captain Mansfield News Journal, OH - Chapman's friend was laid to rest Tuesday, leaving a gaping hole in the heart of his Huron County hometown and Ohio State football historians scrambling to ...
Three teams have mountains of support in football finals Kentucky.com, KY - By Mike Fields - mfields@herald-leader.com After Hazard upset Lexington Christian Academy in the Class A football playoffs last week to earn its first-ever ...
GW football coach suspended Daily Mail - Charleston, WV - George Washington High School football coach Steve Edwards Jr., who just took his team to the state championship game, has been suspended over allegations ...
College Bowl Season Begins in New Orleans MarketWatch - DETAILS: Football fans will continue to fill the city as New Orleans welcomes thousands of guests to two annual football favorites, the R+L Carriers New ...
A victory is in reach for these four road teams in Week 15
It takes a lot to win on the road in the NFL, but there are four teams that possess the ingredients necessary to pull off the difficult feat in Week 15. The Titans, Packers, 49ers and Chargers all appear to be in position to claim road victories. The Titans travel to Houston to...
Injuries derail RBs Gore, Hillis; Westbrook explodes in New York
Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images 49ers running back Frank Gore had 65 scrimmage yards and one touchdown before being injured. Injuries are a part of the NFL and fantasy football. Unfortunately for countless owners, a number of prominent running backs picked a...
Saints, Bears playing for their playoff lives on NFL Network
Chicago is where New Orleans' season has ended the past two years. That city has been much kinder to the Saints' new featured runner. The Saints, receiving a huge boost on the ground from Chicago native Pierre Thomas, look to avoid another crushing road loss to the Bears...
Union appeals Giants' suspension, fine of Burress
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The NFL Players Association filed a grievance on Tuesday challenging the suspension and fine given to Plaxico Burress by the New York Giants after the receiver accidentally shot himself in a nightclub more than a week ago. Plaxico Burress, WR New...
49ers find motivation in their spoiler role
Getty Images Mike Singletary, Tom Cable and Dick Jauron have their teams facing spoiler roles this week. If you can't make the playoffs, the next best way to gain satisfaction in the NFL this time of year is to wreck somebody else's...
Portis should bounce back vs. Bengals; Barber still a question mark
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Falcons running back Michael Turner has rushed for an impressive 1,269 yards and 14 touchdowns this season. I need to start two running backs from Thomas Jones, Clinton Portis, Jonathan Stewart and Michael Turner. I'm worried...
Texans rookie Slaton getting stonger as season wears on
Andy Lyons / Getty Images Rookie RB Steve Slaton, is on pace to eclipse the Texans franchise record for rushing yards in a single season. Nine running backs were selected ahead of Texans running back Steve Slaton in April's NFL Draft. Four of them...
Quick Take: Broncos (8-5) at Panthers (10-3)
Brian Bhar / Getty Images Recently signed RB Tatum Bell figures to see plenty of action for the Broncos. Last meeting On Oct. 10, 2004, RB Reuben Droughns rushed for 193 yards to lead the Broncos past the Panthers, 20-17. Streaks These teams have...
Quick Take: Giants (11-2) at Cowboys (8-5)
Al Bello / Getty Images Corey Webster had two INTs vs. Dallas in Week 9 and Terrell Owens had a TD. Last meeting In Week 9, Eli Manning threw three touchdown passes to lead the Giants past the visiting Cowboys, 35-14. Streaks New York has won two in...
Quick Take: Redskins (7-6) at Bengals (1-11-1)
Gregory Shamus / Getty Images WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh has been the Bengals' most consistent offensive player. Last meeting In Week 10 of the 2004 season, Cincinnati went into Washington and left a 17-10 winner. Streaks The Bengals have taken two...
Steelers do LeBeau proud
When you watch this Game of the Week, pay particular attention to Troy Polamalu's interception. It is a marvelous play. The Pittsburgh safety fully extendeds to pull down Tony Romo's pass and raise his league-leading interception total to seven. Steelers...
Portis and Zorn clear the air and claim to be on the same page
ASHBURN, Va. -- The rookie head coach and the flamboyant running back reached a smiling truce Wednesday, with Clinton Portis announcing that he's "cool with everything" and that he has no plans to sever ties with the Washington Redskins. "We done lost four out of our...
Eagles still contenders as they play host to Browns on Monday night
Andy Reid might be saving his job and Romeo Crennel may be about to lose his. As bad as Reid's team was the last time it faced a woeful opponent from Ohio, Crennel's crumbling Cleveland Browns are not expected to get in the way of the Philadelphia Eagles' sudden...
Dolphins continue march from worst to first, play host to 49ers
Thanks to a win last week and a loss by the AFC East leaders, the Miami Dolphins control their own destiny as they try to complete a turnaround from one of the worst teams in NFL history to division champions. Now the team that helped put them in this position is standing in...
Hasselbeck not ready to call it quits as Seahawks travel to St. Louis
Matt Hasselbeck isn't expected to play much the rest of the season, but he would like to return for one of the Seattle Seahawks' final three games. If he wants to win, he should probably return sooner rather than later. With Hasselbeck's status still...
Broncos, Panthers look to clinch playoff spots
Both the Carolina Panthers and the Denver Broncos are looking to clinch their first playoff spots since 2005. Sterling Sharpe chat Sharpe gives Jake Delhomme advice: "When you get outside of the pocket in the red zone, don't take sack. Two, you threw two bad INTs in a...
Patriots unsure when Cassel will return after his father's death
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- New England Patriots quarterback Matt Cassel left the team Wednesday to join his family following the death of his father earlier in the week. "Our thoughts are with him and his family during this time," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said before practice.
Anatomy of a Play: Steelers shut door on Romo, Cowboys
Gregory Shamus / Getty Images The Steelers made things very difficult for Cowboys QB Tony Romo last Sunday in Pittsburgh. Tony Romo's 10 worst games by passer rating Date/Opp. Stats Passer rating 12/22/07 at Panthers 28 of 42, 257, 1/1 81.2 11/16/08 at Redskins...
High-tech healing gets players back on the field sooner
Head into the Minnesota Vikings' training room to check on the process of a rehabbing player, and you might just catch him playing video games. That's right, with millions of dollars invested in his health and welfare, the slacker is potted on a bench, staring at a screen. ...
Lions look for first win against wild-card hopeful Colts
The Indianapolis Colts have rebounded from a sour start with six straight victories, and they've needed all of them to maintain their grip on one of the AFC's wild card spots. With their own poor start threatening to turn into an even more ignominious finish, the Detroit...
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
News for the Day 12/9/08
Lions' Marinelli: "I believe in the invisible."The Associated Press - Marinelli deflects non-football questions such as how he spent a long weekend after the Thanksgiving game or how his experience in Vietnam shaped his life ...
Mike Locksley becomes fourth black coach in major-college football Los Angeles Times, CA - llinois offensive coordinator Mike Locksley was hired as New Mexico's coach, becoming the fourth black football coach at a major school. ...
BYU football: Hall is eager to show US his true game Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - When BYU quarterback Max Hall was a senior at Mountain View High in Mesa, Ariz., he didn't lose as a starter until the state ...
Ute football: Ute fans face high cost of travel Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Spending thousands of dollars for airline tickets to New Orleans to see their beloved Utah Utes play in the Sugar Bowl for the first time ...
Missouri Tigers Football Recruiting 2009 ESPN - He keeps inside-out leverage on the football when coming up on run support. He's not afraid to fight the receiver for the football when going up to make the ...
WR Broadway kicked off Oklahoma St. football team International Herald Tribune, France - Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy kicked junior receiver Jeremy Broadway off the football team for breaking team rules. Broadway was formerly a starter for ...
Utah State football: Aggies' Andersen hires 2 Weber St. assistants Deseret News, UT - LOGAN — A pair of Weber State defensive assistants, Kevin Clune and Chad Kauha'aha'a, have been added to the Utah State football staff, new Aggies head ...
Study: Grad rates up for bowl-bound teams The Associated Press - (AP) — More bowl-bound black football players are graduating, but still at lower rates than their white teammates. And overall, football players from Bowl ...
Top football prospect shoots self in traffic stop WXVT, MS - (AP) - Authorities say a George County High School football star died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound early yesterday after being pulled over ...
College Football Jacquizz Rodgers, Rey Maualuga win Pac-10 awards Seattle Times, United States - Tailback Jacquizz Rodgers of Oregon State was selected Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year by conference coaches. ...
Trio of assistants, including Groh's son, leaving UVA football Seattle Post Intelligencer - Charlottesville, VA (Sports Network) - The University of Virginia announced Monday that three assistants on its football team will not be with the school ...
High School Football Hartford Courant, United States 1 team in The Courant's final state football ratings Monday after winning its third consecutive Class MM title Saturday. Class LL champion Glastonbury ...
UCF freshman running back Brandon Davis (UCF football media guide ... Orlando Sentinel, FL - "Since I learned of what occurred, I have held discussions to consider the best course of action for our university, football program and student-athletes. ...
Kemp lessons all academic now Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Whistleblowers may catch the occasional corrupt academic counselor, or the football coach whose car keys somehow keep winding up in a recruit’s pocket. ...
BSU football coach on Letterman tonight Indianapolis Star, United States - The BSU football team finished the season 12-0 (8-0 in the MAC), then lost 42-24 Friday to
College football: Florida's Tebow named SEC Offensive Player of ... Naples Daily News, FL - The University of Florida football team had four players earn first-team All-SEC Honors, announced Monday by the Associated Press. Junior all-purpose player ...
BYU football: Cougars say they will be ready for Arizona Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO » Meeting the media for the first time since their 48-24 loss to Utah more than two weeks ago, the BYU Cougars stressed on Monday morning ...
SEC FOOTBALL: Three Bulldogs earn first-team All-SEC honors Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - By Chip Towers Georgia placed two sophomores and a freshman on The Associated Press All-SEC first team, which was released Monday. ...
The bowl game guide for the casual football fan Examiner.com - How can you consider yourself a college football fan and NOT watch the most anticlimactic hour of TV of the year? I don't blame you for missing the BCS ...
Skyline's Jake Heaps named PI offensive football MVP Seattle Post Intelligencer - By MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN Skyline junior Jake Heaps remembers his first football tryout was when he was 7 years old and the scout who knew immediately he was ...
Steve Sarkisian revives the promise of Washington's football program Seattle Times, United States - The new leader of Washington football stirred excitement Monday not by professing his own brilliance, but by articulating an aw-shucks merriment about the ...
Arena Football League on shaky ground San Jose Mercury News, USA - By John Ryan Amid reports that the Arena Football League is on the verge of collapse, a SaberCats spokeman said Monday that the team continues with plans to ...
UCF football player OK in hospital after collapse ESPN - A University of Central Florida football player is recovering after he collapsed during training and was hospitalized. Brandon Davis, a freshman running ...
UB Bulls Football Team Plays for MAC Championship WBFO, NY - The UB football team will play for the championship of the Mid-American Conference at Ford Field in Detroit. The Bulls will take on heavily favored Ball ...
Coaches like new football format, but suggest tweaking St. Louis Post-Dispatch, United States - November 29, 2008 - Hazelwood Central's Kameron Williams rushes the ball around Blue Springs South defenders at the MSHSAA Class 6 championship football ...
Big East Football Preview: BlueGoldNews.com - Four BIG EAST players have accepted invitations to play in one of college football’s best known postseason all-star events, the East-West Shrine Game. ...
Jo Byrns finds spot on the football map My Tennessean.com, TN - Until Jo Byrns beat McKenzie in last week's semifinals, it was on a short list of other varsity football-playing schools in the state that never have ...
Pickup, Masuk football team bus collide Connecticut Post, CT - By AARON LEO A truck collided with a bus carrying the Masuk High School varsity football team Thursday evening on Route 111 in Trumbull. ...
Lines drawn for GW-South Charleston football faceoff Daily Mail - Charleston, WV -by Jake Stump Moms, dads and grandparents aren't the only folks getting pumped up for the Class AAA state title football game between the South Charleston ...
Mike Locksley becomes fourth black coach in major-college football Los Angeles Times, CA - llinois offensive coordinator Mike Locksley was hired as New Mexico's coach, becoming the fourth black football coach at a major school. ...
BYU football: Hall is eager to show US his true game Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - When BYU quarterback Max Hall was a senior at Mountain View High in Mesa, Ariz., he didn't lose as a starter until the state ...
Ute football: Ute fans face high cost of travel Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Spending thousands of dollars for airline tickets to New Orleans to see their beloved Utah Utes play in the Sugar Bowl for the first time ...
Missouri Tigers Football Recruiting 2009 ESPN - He keeps inside-out leverage on the football when coming up on run support. He's not afraid to fight the receiver for the football when going up to make the ...
WR Broadway kicked off Oklahoma St. football team International Herald Tribune, France - Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy kicked junior receiver Jeremy Broadway off the football team for breaking team rules. Broadway was formerly a starter for ...
Utah State football: Aggies' Andersen hires 2 Weber St. assistants Deseret News, UT - LOGAN — A pair of Weber State defensive assistants, Kevin Clune and Chad Kauha'aha'a, have been added to the Utah State football staff, new Aggies head ...
Study: Grad rates up for bowl-bound teams The Associated Press - (AP) — More bowl-bound black football players are graduating, but still at lower rates than their white teammates. And overall, football players from Bowl ...
Top football prospect shoots self in traffic stop WXVT, MS - (AP) - Authorities say a George County High School football star died of an apparently self-inflicted gunshot wound early yesterday after being pulled over ...
College Football Jacquizz Rodgers, Rey Maualuga win Pac-10 awards Seattle Times, United States - Tailback Jacquizz Rodgers of Oregon State was selected Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year by conference coaches. ...
Trio of assistants, including Groh's son, leaving UVA football Seattle Post Intelligencer - Charlottesville, VA (Sports Network) - The University of Virginia announced Monday that three assistants on its football team will not be with the school ...
High School Football Hartford Courant, United States 1 team in The Courant's final state football ratings Monday after winning its third consecutive Class MM title Saturday. Class LL champion Glastonbury ...
UCF freshman running back Brandon Davis (UCF football media guide ... Orlando Sentinel, FL - "Since I learned of what occurred, I have held discussions to consider the best course of action for our university, football program and student-athletes. ...
Kemp lessons all academic now Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Whistleblowers may catch the occasional corrupt academic counselor, or the football coach whose car keys somehow keep winding up in a recruit’s pocket. ...
BSU football coach on Letterman tonight Indianapolis Star, United States - The BSU football team finished the season 12-0 (8-0 in the MAC), then lost 42-24 Friday to
College football: Florida's Tebow named SEC Offensive Player of ... Naples Daily News, FL - The University of Florida football team had four players earn first-team All-SEC Honors, announced Monday by the Associated Press. Junior all-purpose player ...
BYU football: Cougars say they will be ready for Arizona Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO » Meeting the media for the first time since their 48-24 loss to Utah more than two weeks ago, the BYU Cougars stressed on Monday morning ...
SEC FOOTBALL: Three Bulldogs earn first-team All-SEC honors Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - By Chip Towers Georgia placed two sophomores and a freshman on The Associated Press All-SEC first team, which was released Monday. ...
The bowl game guide for the casual football fan Examiner.com - How can you consider yourself a college football fan and NOT watch the most anticlimactic hour of TV of the year? I don't blame you for missing the BCS ...
Skyline's Jake Heaps named PI offensive football MVP Seattle Post Intelligencer - By MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN Skyline junior Jake Heaps remembers his first football tryout was when he was 7 years old and the scout who knew immediately he was ...
Steve Sarkisian revives the promise of Washington's football program Seattle Times, United States - The new leader of Washington football stirred excitement Monday not by professing his own brilliance, but by articulating an aw-shucks merriment about the ...
Arena Football League on shaky ground San Jose Mercury News, USA - By John Ryan Amid reports that the Arena Football League is on the verge of collapse, a SaberCats spokeman said Monday that the team continues with plans to ...
UCF football player OK in hospital after collapse ESPN - A University of Central Florida football player is recovering after he collapsed during training and was hospitalized. Brandon Davis, a freshman running ...
UB Bulls Football Team Plays for MAC Championship WBFO, NY - The UB football team will play for the championship of the Mid-American Conference at Ford Field in Detroit. The Bulls will take on heavily favored Ball ...
Coaches like new football format, but suggest tweaking St. Louis Post-Dispatch, United States - November 29, 2008 - Hazelwood Central's Kameron Williams rushes the ball around Blue Springs South defenders at the MSHSAA Class 6 championship football ...
Big East Football Preview: BlueGoldNews.com - Four BIG EAST players have accepted invitations to play in one of college football’s best known postseason all-star events, the East-West Shrine Game. ...
Jo Byrns finds spot on the football map My Tennessean.com, TN - Until Jo Byrns beat McKenzie in last week's semifinals, it was on a short list of other varsity football-playing schools in the state that never have ...
Pickup, Masuk football team bus collide Connecticut Post, CT - By AARON LEO A truck collided with a bus carrying the Masuk High School varsity football team Thursday evening on Route 111 in Trumbull. ...
Lines drawn for GW-South Charleston football faceoff Daily Mail - Charleston, WV -by Jake Stump Moms, dads and grandparents aren't the only folks getting pumped up for the Class AAA state title football game between the South Charleston ...
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