Tuesday, September 2, 2008

News for the Day 9/2/08

Cincinnati football power Colerain off to a flying start USA Today - The Cincinnati football power finished 12-1 in 2007, with the Cardinals' only loss coming against St. Xavier (Cincinnati) in the state playoffs, ...

OU football: Breaking down Cincinnati NewsOK.com, OK - OU Pregame Show Mike Koehler, Berry Tramel and Jake Trotter talk OU football, presented by... Last game: The Bearcats racked up 557 yards of offense in a ...

Fulmer, Vols can build on 2007 recovery plan - College Football ESPN - Never mind those bold newspaper ads talking about the future of Bruins football as it relates to USC, Rick Neuheisel's squad was relying on a patchwork ...

It's Too Early To Judge College Football Teams After Week One Bleacher Report, CA - J. Michael Morris explains why we cannot judge teams based on Week One performances. by J. Michael Morris (Columnist) Opening weekend for college football ...

Tulane Football Team Works Around Gustav NPR - Morning Edition, When Hurricane Katrina hit, Tulane University's football team ended up sleeping on the floor of a gym in Mississippi, ...

University of Michigan football team has room for improvement ... MLive.com, MI - Upon further review of his team's season opener, University of Michigan football coach Rich Rodriguez pronounced the offensive line's effort "below average ...

BYU football: QB Max Hall was feared to have had a concussion Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jay Drew PROVO - Because BYU quarterback Max Hall had some nausea during postgame interviews after the Cougars' 41-17 win over Northern Iowa, ...

Defending the spread warrants new needs with ILBs - Football ... ESPN - How are their football instincts? 5. Lateral pursuit: Can they get over trash? How is the movement in their hips? Can they chase sideline to sideline? 6. ...

Science of sports: The football Kansas City Star, MO - By PETE GRATHOFF It’sa pretty safe bet that you won’t hear any football coach utter this phrase: “That’s the way the prolate spheroid bounces! ...

Soquel sophomore football player suffers stroke, undergoes brain ... San Jose Mercury News, USA - By Donna Jones - Sentinel staff writer SOQUEL - A Soquel High School football player was listed in serious condition Tuesday at Lucile Packard Children's ...

Season openers shed light on the football season MLive.com, MI - ... September 02, 2008 1:13 pm It’s only the first week of school, but, yes, it’s already time to test my knowledge when it comes to prep football. ...


College football: Notre Dame approaching 20 years without a title Cape Cod Times, MA - UNWANTED COMPANY: Since sitting atop the college football world from 1988-93, winning one national championship, finishing second twice and finishing sixth ...

Alabama's surprising rout of Clemson rocks college football landscapeal.com, AL - 1 hour agoOver the years, the three most overused words in the lexicon of Alabama football have been "Bama is back!" Alabama was back under Mike DuBose, ...

WATERCOOLER CHAT: COLLEGE FOOTBALL AND NFLThe Female Fan, NY - 3 hours agoIt was the first weekend for college football fanatics. For the top schools, the first week is 'show-off' week, where teams such as Ohio State pay small ...

NFL or Bust: Eight Reasons College Football SucksBleacher Report, CA - 13 hours agoNot understanding how anyone could possibly prefer college football to the NFL, Angel Navedo details his issues with the game and the circumstances that ...

Phil's latest Flop: Football Coach or Game-show host Bleacher Report, CA - PS I think you might be a little late for The Price Is Right, but then again Drew Carey might coach football better than you!

Football: Ohio Colleges Insider Columbus Dispatch, OH - It just speaks of the amount of depth they have on their football team." As Solich watched film of Ohio State, he saw plenty of impressive athletes. ...

Fresno State Might Be The BCS Buster in College Football Bleacher Report, CA - Ben Weixlmann explores the thought that Fresno State, led by head coach Pat Hill, could be the BCS buster this year in college football. by Ben Weixlmann ...

Arizona Cardinals Preview: Maybe It's Just Too Hot for Good ... Bleacher Report, CA - When they’re in the 4-3, Bertrand Berry is the fourth lineman, but he spends more time on IR than he does on the football field. Rookie Calais Campbell is ...

Draft preview: Cotchery, Olsen headline fantasy sleepers
The word "sleeper" has several definitions. But in the world of fantasy football, it refers to a player who comes out of nowhere and exceeds statistical expectations. The 2007 NFL season was a virtual cornucopia of sleepers, as Derek Anderson, David Garrard, Earnest...
Michael Fabiano

Super Bowl XLII encore on NFL Network Sept. 2
New York Giants-New England Patriots Title Game Airs in HD Sept. 2 at 8:00 PM ET Telecast Includes Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Performance in Bridgestone Super Bowl XLII Halftime Show ?? The latest installments in the America's Game series...

Giants add depth along defensive line, sign ex-Eagle McDougle
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants shored up their defensive end position by signing former Philadelphia Eagles first-round pick Jerome McDougle. As opening kickoff in New York approaches, the defending Super Bowl champion Giants will be prominently featured on...

Browns' Anderson, Edwards practice, expect to start Sunday
BEREA, Ohio -- After huddling around coach Romeo Crennel and kneeling in prayer, the Cleveland Browns lined up for stretching drills as they began practicing for the Dallas Cowboys. Wide receiver Braylon Edwards went to his usual spot, looked up and greeted...

Saints hope to return to hurricane-ravaged New Orleans for opener
INDIANAPOLIS -- The New Orleans Saints just want to go home. After moving the team to Indianapolis this past weekend to avoid the wrath of Hurricane Gustav, general manager Mickey Loomis said Monday the Saints plan to return to their home base later this week -- if city...

Jets special teams coach Westhoff returns after ninth leg surgery
NEW YORK -- Mike Westhoff is back running the New York Jets' special teams unit. The popular and fiery 60-year-old coach stepped aside after last season to have a ninth operation on his left leg, which has been ravaged by bone cancer. After recently getting a clean bill of...

All stadiums to honor NFLPA director Upshaw
The NFL has added elements to the honoring this weekend of Gene Upsahw, the late Pro Football Hall of Famer and executive director of the NFL Players Association, Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Tuesday. The league announced Monday that all players will wear a special...

All stadiums to honor NFLPA director Upshaw
The NFL has added elements to the honoring this weekend of Gene Upsahw, the late Pro Football Hall of Famer and executive director of the NFL Players Association, Commissioner Roger Goodell announced Tuesday. The league announced Monday that all players will wear a special...

Hasselbeck will be under center for Seahawks in opener
RENTON, Wash. -- Matt Hasselbeck tightened a wrap around his waist and balky back. He then walked out of the locker room and said he's ready to start the Seahawks' season opener. "Got to get my 'Gut-be-Gone' on," the quarterback joked Monday.

Broncos trade CB Foxworth to Falcons for undisclosed draft pick
Domonique Foxworth, CB Atlanta Falcons 2007 Statistics: Tackles: 42 FF: 1 Pass def: 5 ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- The Denver Broncos traded cornerback Domonique Foxworth to the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday for an undisclosed draft choice in 2009. Foxworth,...

Colts safety Sanders named 2007 GMC Defensive Player of the Year
Indianapolis Colts S Bob Sanders is the 2007 GMC Defensive Player of the Year, GMC and the National Football League announced today. Sanders led a Colts secondary this season, totaling 96 tackles, 3.5 sacks for 17 yards, six defensed passes, one fumble recovery and...

Quick Take: Broncos at Raiders
Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images Will Darren??McFadden excite fans on Sundays like he did on Saturdays? Last meeting Raiders won 34-20 on Dec. 2, 2007. Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell, the 2007 No. 1 overall pick, went 4-of-7 passing for 56 yards for the win...

Fantasy injury report: Week 1
Byes: None Thursday, Sept. 4 Team Injuries/Analysis New York??Giants Injuries: Out -- LB Jonathan Goff (back), CB Terrell Thomas (hamstring); Did not participate in practice -- K Lawrence Tynes (left knee), Limited participation in practice -- WR Domenick...
Michael Fabiano

Quick Take: Redskins at Giants
Chris McGrath/Getty Images Eli Manning hopes to improve on his last game vs. the 'Skins, when he completed 18-of-53. Last meeting In a game with severe winds and tough playing conditions, the Redskins won their second of a season-ending four-game winning...

Quick Take: Jaguars at Titans
Donald Miralle/Getty Images Can Vince Young shake off a poor preseason against division rival Jacksonville? Last meeting Jacksonville gained 168 yards and three touchdowns on the ground -- two by backup RB Greg Jones -- to defeat the Titans 28-13 in Week 10...

Buccaneers acquire center Mahan, send guard Buenning to Bears
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers were involved in two trades on Tuesday, dealing one offensive lineman and acquiring another. Sean Mahan, C Tampa Bay Buccaneers Height: 6-3 Weight: 301 College: Notre Dame Experience: 5 The Bucs acquired center Sean Mahan...

Saints to open NFL season at home in Superdome
NEW ORLEANS -- The New Orleans Saints are returning to the Louisiana Superdome for their NFL season opener Sunday. Forced to flee to Indianapolis ahead of Hurricane Gustav, the Saints will be able to open their season as scheduled against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the team...
Brett Martel
Quick Take: Vikings at Packers
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images Aaron Rodgers appeared in two games last year, completing 20 of 28 passes for 218 yards. Last meeting The Packers blanked the Vikings 34-0 in Week 10 last year. Brett Favre finished 33-of-46 for 351 yards and three touchdowns...

Quick Take: Lions at Falcons
Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images After a solid preseason, Matt Ryan sees his first regular season action Sunday. Last meeting The previously struggling Lions exploded against a Falcons team that appeared to be on the upswing at the 2006 season's midpoint, ...

NFL Players and local youth come together for NFL Play 60 Youth Football Festival presented by Nike
Former Giants and Jets greats to teach 1,000 New York and New Jersey children football skills and healthy habits for inaugural Kickoff event in Central Park WHO: Wednesday Jamal Anderson, Former Falcons RB Stephen Baker, Former Giants WR Jim Burt, Former...

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