Football case goes national Cincinnati.com, OH - BLUE ASH - All Edna Jester wanted was to keep the neighbor kid's football out of her yard. The 89-year-old grandmother has fielded dozens of calls from TV ...
More skill prospects than ever in Michigan and Wisconsin ... ESPN - Both are running backs, and both are going to Michigan State to play college football. It's not often that two high-caliber players at the same position and ...
Pac-10 Football: Wrath of fiery Stoops strikes again Seattle Post Intelligencer - By DAN RALEY MIKE STOOPS MIGHT have his coaching faults, sometimes letting anger overshadow his productive sideline efforts, but the Arizona football leader ...
BYU football: Unga could have his breakout game Salt Lake Tribune, United States - agoPROVO - Nobody associated with BYU's football program is suggesting that running back Harvey Unga is in a sophomore slump, especially considering that ...
UConn Football: Frazer's Status Still Unclear Hartford Courant, United States -By DESMOND CONNER STORRS — - The status of UConn quarterback Zach Frazer, injured in the loss to Rutgers last weekend, remains unclear for Saturday's game ...
Who's the best in Black College football? Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - ... I received several e-mails primarily asking two questions - Who has the best team and who’s the best player in Black College football. ...
Now Is The Time For UTC To Drop Football The Chattanoogan, TN - With Coach Rodney Allison about to depart, now is the perfect time to phase out the Mocs football team - a decision that has been needed for years, ...
Programs must go national to find system-fitting players ... ESPN - College football fans also have a love for their in-state heroes; the local guys who make good and become major contributors to their home state ...
Kellen Winslow, and Why Football Players Keep Getting Staph Infections Wall Street Journal Blogs, NY - It usually doesn’t cause a problem, but it can get into open wounds — like the abrasions that are routine for football players — and cause infection. ...
Oak Grove, Serra want to compete in Open Division football playoffs San Jose Mercury News, USA - By Dennis Knight Oak Grove and Serra were notable football teams that petitioned the Central Coast Section to compete in the Open Division playoffs. ...
PAC-10 FOOTBALL THIS WEEK Arizona Daily Star, AZ - Many will be wearing an armband to support Coach to Cure MD, the American Football Coaches Association's push to raise money and awareness to fight muscular ...
College Football Picks Auburn vs West Virginia OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY - College Football Picks Auburn vs West Virginia: The Auburn Tigers come into this college football picks matchup at a disappointing 4-3 on the year but just ...
2008 Ashland University Football - Week 8 AU Eagles Online, OH - Football coaches talk about the value of anticipation on the field. Off the field, they treat that skill like halitosis. It’s one thing to be able to ...
Renton, Tyee forfeit after football fight Seattle Times, United States - The already troubled Seamount League got another black eye Friday when a mid-game fight broke out between football players from Renton and. ...
American Football Association Selects Semi-Pro Football Hall of ... PR Web (press release), WA - The American Football Association is a national 501(c) (3) non-profit, tax exempt corporation in its 28th year of operation and is dedicated to the ...
Baylor football will battle Nebraska's sizable home-field advantage Waco Tribune Herald, TX - The passion of Cornhuskers football fans is legendary. No other sport even comes close in popularity in this midwestern Plains state. ...
We Don't Recall the Bible Saying Anything About Female Football ... SportingNews.com - Spalding County, Georgia football kicker Kacy Stuart has been cleared to play by the authority governing Georgia High School football. ...
Turner football team comes of age at a crucial time Kansas City Star, MO - Turner football coach Allen Terrell expected his team to endure some growing pains this year. With many guys seeing their first varsity action this season, ...
Football Rams eager to take the next step Delaware News, OH - "Newark Catholic relies on size and being a physical football team," Lahr said. "We've got to figure out a way to use our quickness and speed to our ...
OVC Football: Murray State's Williams leads nation in tackles this ... Daily Eastern News, IL - Williams' 120 tackles this season are more than the top tacklers in the Football Bowl Subdivision, Division II and Division III. Williams also has more solo ...
Knoll out as Upper Iowa football coach Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier, IA - By Courier sports staff School president Alan Walker announced late Tuesday afternoon that Knoll has been replaced by interim coach Dave Barclay. ...
Manly House of Football: Dominoes are meant to fall
Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images Don't blame Ced Benson for laying down on the job in Chicago; the Bears never should have drafted him to begin with. Ramifications??? They're everywhere we look. A phalanx of credit "pros" start loaning money to...
Nick Bakay
Injury mars Bowman's play-making debut for Bears
Charles Rex Arbogast / Associated Press Bears rookie CB Zack??Bowman came away with his first career touchdown following a muffed Vikings punt return. Bears rookie CB Zack Bowman made two game-changing plays Sunday -- recovering a muffed punt in the end zone for...
Royal named Week 1 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Broncos receiver Eddie Royal is the Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week for games played on Sept. 4-8. Royal had nine catches for 146 yards and one touchdown in the Broncos' 41-14 win over the Oakland Raiders.
Jones named Week 3 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Running back Felix Jones of the Dallas Cowboys is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Sept. 21-22. Jones rushed for 76 yards on six carries, including a 60-yard touchdown run...
Horton named Week 4 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Safety Chris Horton of the Washington Redskins is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Sept. 28-29. Horton had an interception, which led to a fourth-quarter field goal, three tackles...
NFL PLAY 60: The NFL Movement For An Active Generation
National Football League New Orleans??Saints quarterback Drew??Brees shows kids the techniques of football. ?? NFL PLAY 60 with ... Drew??Brees Eli??Manning Adrian??Peterson Santana??Moss Bob??Sanders NFL PLAY 60 Our mission: As a brand...
Avery, Flacco among nominees for Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Wide Receiver Donnie Avery of the St. Louis Rams, quarterback Joe Flacco of the Baltimore Ravens, running back Chris Johnson of the Tennessee Titans, defensive end Trevor Scott of the Oakland Raiders and running back Jonathan Stewart of the Carolina Panthers are the finalists for Diet...
Oct 21, 2008
?? Taking a dive Morry Gash/Associated Press Packers TE Donald Lee catches a pass in front of Colts CB Marlin Jackson (28) and safety Tim Jennings. Flight path Drew Hallowell/Getty Images Linebacker Kamerion Wimbley (95) of the Cleveland Browns...
Vote now for the GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week
Packers S Nick Collins, Giants S Michael Johnson, Bills LB Kawika Mitchell, Ravens LB Terrell Suggs and Steelers linebacker LaMarr Woodley are the nominees for GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week for games played on Oct. 19-20. Fans can vote for one of these five players...
Saints arrive in England, explain football to curious Londoners
WATFORD, England -- Ambassadors for the NFL, the New Orleans Saints couldn't have expected to have to explain the basic rules of the game in London. But there was jet-lagged Saints coach Sean Payton on Monday, outlining to a British reporter just what the American version...
Niners fire Nolan; Singletary takes over as coach
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- The San Francisco 49ers fired coach Mike Nolan on Monday night, seven games into the fourth consecutive dismal season of his attempt to rebuild the five-time Super Bowl champions. Chris??Graythen / Getty Images With Mike Nolan as coach, the...
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Patriots solve problems in convincing win over Broncos
Jim Rogash / Getty Images Patriots wide receiver Wes??Welker caught his first touchdown of the season against the Broncos. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The team Tom Brady used to lead to dominant wins finally showed up. The Patriots played like the club that had...
Don't look now, but New England rebounds in the rankings
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after Week 7: In the hunt Teams that look good enough to be among the 12 playoff qualifiers, but not based on conference. Rank Team Record Prv. Comment 1. Tennessee Titans 6-0 1 In every way, the Titans are playing like the best...
Vic Carucci
Reggie Bush has knee surgery
LONDON -- New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush has had surgery to repair the meniscus in his left knee. Reggie Bush, RB New Orleans Saints Age: 23 Height: 6-0??Weight: 203 College: USC Experience: 3rd season Bush, who injured the knee Sunday on a...
Tuesday Huddle: Trying to stay out of a London fog
Tom Hevezi / Associated Press Chargers LB Antwan Applewhite works out in England with weights that were shipped from team headquarters. The challenge facing the San Diego Chargers and New Orleans Saints this week is to maintain normalcy, which is always precious in...
Vic Carucci
Garcia, Moore, and Morris should be added to your team
Move over Rams and Lions, there are two new teams to pick on, or more to the point run on -- the Broncos and Chiefs. After two more dismal performances last week, the Broncos and Chiefs are now giving up 5.4 and 5.6 yards per rush. That's an extraordinary statistic when you consider...
Mark Stopa
Injury suffered by Pats' Harrison appears season-ending
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Rodney Harrison's career is almost certainly over after the hard-hitting but injury-plagued safety of the New England Patriots tore his right thigh muscle. "It appears as though the rehab could take 8 to 10 months," a person familiar with the...
Once-imposing powerhouses in danger of foreclosure in 2008
Morry Gash / Associated Press The Colts struggled to get their potent passing game on track against the aggressive Packers. There wasn't fear or apprehension for the Green Bay Packers in facing the once-imposing Indianapolis Colts' offense on Sunday, even...
Steve Wyche
Rivers put on IR after suffering broken jaw in Sunday's loss
CINCINNATI -- Linebacker Keith Rivers was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, a day after the Cincinnati Bengals rookie had surgery to set his broken jaw. The Bengals also waived kicker Dave Rayner, who played the past two games while Shayne Graham recovered from a strained groin,...
Faced with fourth and 1? Why not go for it?
It is important to re-examine the action from the week before, and the season to date, in order to get a feel for where the pro game is headed. Quality control coaches spend all their working hours breaking down opponents' game tapes and studying computer reports to find...
Pat Kirwan
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
News for the 10/20/08
NC A&T fires football coach The Associated Press - GREENSBORO, NC (AP) — Lee Fobbs Jr. is out as North Carolina A&T's football coach. The school said Monday that it fired the coach, who had a 2-28 record in ...
Barstow youth football coach suspended, four cited for brawl at game San Jose Mercury News, USA - BARSTOW — Four people, including a Barstow Youth Football coach, were cited after a brawl broke out among spectators at a football game Saturday afternoon. ...
Plax: 'It's football. Things like that happen' New York Daily News, NY - “And I go out and catch the football, make plays and try to get in the end zone.” Asked specifically if yesterday’s incident will affect his relationship ...
Tag Teams: Boring football works SportingNews.com -But through six weeks, the Titans are the only undefeated football team in the league. The Titans know how to run the football. That was on display against ...
Officials: Football Team, Cheerleaders Get Stomach Virus NewsNet5.com, OH - WEST GEAUGA, Ohio -- Police are investigating a case of suspected poisoning involving the West Geauga football team. The team -- including coaches and ...
The Female Football Fan: A Sports Blog by Betsy Berns at iVillage.com The Female Fan, NY - That made the top 5 highest scoring first halves in Monday Night Football History. The drama didn't cease a bit in the 2nd half, as there were two more lead ...
Female football kicker allowed to play with team Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - By Nancy Badertscher A 14-year-old Spalding County girl finally got her wish this weekend —- to play as a kicker on her high school football team. ...
San Jose State v. Boise State Football Odds & Picks Locksmith Sports Picks, IA - The Spartans are going to have to do a much better job of throwing the football this week and finding ways to get it into the hands of wide receiver David ...
Las Vegas unable to cash in on fantasy football Dallas Morning News, TX - And he's played fantasy football for more than 15 years. But until this weekend, he's never combined the two experiences. After spending the majority of the ...
Football: Head Coach Bill Stewart Press Conference West Virginia University Mountaineers, WV - West Virginia University football Head Coach Bill Stewart quotes from Monday afternoon's press conference. Auburn is probably feeling the way that we’re ...
Mr. College Football Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Voters don’t like to admit this, but there are brand names in college football and as long as a brand name keeps winning, you don’t drop them in the polls. ...
WSU football player earns honor Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Weber State returner/wide receiver Bryant Eteuati was selected as the Big Sky's special teams player of the week after finishing with 187 all-purpose yards ...
Football. Second surgery for Brady Ottawa Citizen, Canada - The National Football League's most valuable player in 2007, Brady wrote on his website yesterday that he developed complications after the first surgery on ...
FOOTBALL NFL Cowboys and colts misfire International Herald Tribune, France - AP Even without Tony Romo, the Dallas Cowboys were expected to beat the St. Louis Rams. Peyton Manning and the Indianapolis Colts were supposed to have an ...
WSU football needs leaders off field, coach says Seattle Times, United States - The admission of defeat didn't come easy for Paul Wulff. He wasn't talking about Saturday's demoralizing 69-0 loss to No. 6-ranked USC or Washington. ...
On College Football Jake Curtis FYI, HERE'S A BCS PRIMER San Francisco Chronicle, USA - The release of the season's first Bowl Championship Series standings is like the first meeting with the future in-laws: great anxiety about how it will ...
Football: Illinois team sets state record using A-11 Los Angeles Times, CA -Riverside-Brookfield (Ill.) set single-game state records with 597 yards passing and nine touchdowns passing last week during a victory over Elmwood while ...
Former Student Brandishes Knife At Milford Football Game WDIV, MI The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office said the football game was in the third quarter when the student grabbed a female teacher and put the knife to her ...
Mining for success, 49ers strike defeat once again
Bill Kostroun / Associated Press Dave Tollefson and the Giants' defense made life miserable for 49ers QB J.T. O'Sullivan, who fumbled on this play. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Fighting, scrapping in their bid to end a three-game losing streak, the San...
Thomas George
Edwards has turned longtime-counterfeit Bills into contenders
Rick Stewart / Getty Images Bills fans have embraced quarterback Trent??Edwards, who has first-place Buffalo out to a 5-1 record. ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Trent Edwards' game isn't defined by a particularly great throwing arm or by particularly nimble feet.
Vic Carucci
Banged-up Rodgers has shouldered the load in Favre's absence
Stephen Dunn / Getty Images Aaron??Rodgers has thrown six touchdowns and just one interception since injuring his shoulder in Week 4. GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers was the last player off the Lambeau Field turf on Sunday. With each step he...
Steve Wyche
Romo watches from sidelines as Rams thump Cowboys
Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images St. Louis QB Marc??Bulger was nearly perfect in the Rams' 34-14 win, throwing one touchdown and no interceptions. ST. LOUIS -- Even on the road, the chorus of "Romo! Romo!" from Dallas Cowboys' fans was easily audible at...
Colston, McAllister have added value; Bush's approval is falling
With Sunday's games in the books, here's a brief list of the most significant depth chart changes affecting fantasy leagues: DALLAS QB Rising: Brad Johnson. Falling: Tony Romo. With the news out of Big D last Monday that Romo had a broken pinkie on his throwing hand and...
Kenn Ruby
Cowboys owner: Phillips not in danger
ST. LOUIS -- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said after Sunday's loss to the Rams that coach Wade Phillips' job is not in danger. "No, it is not," Jones said after Dallas' 34-14 loss. "Emphatically, no." The Cowboys (4-3) lost for the third time in...
Jerry Jones: Pacman has entered alcohol treatment
NEW YORK -- Suspended Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has entered an alcohol treatment center. The oft-troubled player has checked into a facility "in another part of the country," Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told The Associated Press on Monday.
NFL Photo of Week 7
?? Taking a dive Morry Gash/Associated Press Packers TE Donald Lee catches a pass in front of Colts CB Marlin Jackson (28) and safety Tim Jennings. Flight path Drew Hallowell/Getty Images Linebacker Kamerion Wimbley (95) of the Cleveland Browns...
NFL Photo of Week 6
?? Almost had it Donald Miralle/Getty Images Chargers WR Malcom Floyd tries to make a catch against the New England Patriots. Out of the shadows Al Bello/Getty Images Brett Favre throws a pass from out of the shadows during the Jets' win over...
Jerry Jones: Pacman has entered alcohol treatment
NEW YORK -- Suspended Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has entered an alcohol treatment center. The oft-troubled player has checked into a facility "in another part of the country," Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told The Associated Press on Monday.
The time has come to sit Tomlinson, at least for those with RB depth
Rick Stewart/Associated Press LaDainian??Tomlinson rushed for a mere 41 yards and failed to score a touchdown in a loss to Buffalo. I've been dealing with a bit of a guilty conscience today. In all of my chats and mailbags last week, I told...
Michael Fabiano
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 7
Super snag Lee Evans makes an amazing one-handed catch for a touchdown that was reminiscent of Reggie??Wayne's game-winning catch in Week 5. Watch Clip ???? Game Highlights ???? Game Center ???? Photos Hungry like the Wolfe Bears rookie Matt...
Redskins QB Campbell has sore groin, should be OK
ASHBURN, Va. -- Jason Campbell's stumble left him with a sore groin Monday, but the Washington Redskins quarterback isn't expected to miss any practice time. "He got treatment today, and I think he'll be ready to practice Wednesday," coach Jim...
White shedding weight and opposing defenders
Charlie Riedel/AP Photo Titans RB LenDale White earned a trip to the buffet table after rushing for 149 yards and three TDs against the Chiefs. Before Tennessee met Minnesota in Week 4, before the Titans would eventually beat the Vikings, Ravens and Chiefs en route...
Thomas George
Quick Take: Titans run all over host Chiefs
Jamie Squire / Getty Images The Chiefs had no answer for LenDale??White, who scored three touchdowns. It was over when ... Titans RB LenDale White raced 80 yards for a touchdown with 7:45 left in the fourth quarter, giving Tennessee a 27-0 lead to put the game away.
Extra gaps bolster ground game; backup QBs disappoint
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Steven??Jackson and the Rams used some different looks to cut big holes in the Cowboys' defense. /AP Photo Buffalo's Roscoe Parrish electrified the crowd last week with a 63-yard punt return score in a 34-10 rout of...
Pat Kirwan
Thursday, October 16, 2008
News for the 10/16/08
Two-hand touch? To Polamalu, NFL now flag football The Associated Press - PITTSBURGH (AP) — Troy Polamalu wishes someone would put the football back into the National Football League. Polamalu, unhappy with the increasing number ... 
Joe the Plumber Represents Hopes, Dreams and Political Football FOXNews - Joe the Plumber is a football for political athletes. Joe the Vice Presidential Candidate, aka Biden, appeared miffed by the suggestion that Wurzelbacher ...
Top Ten Worst Team Names in College Football SportingNews.com - 10. Navy Midshipmen - No disrespect meant to our servicemen, but how can you pass up "Destroyers"? 9. Oklahoma Sooners - Apparently "Sooner" refers to ...
Football. Former Charger Mims dead Ottawa Citizen, Canada - Former San Diego Chargers defensive end Chris Mims, 38, was found dead in his apartment yesterday, Los Angeles authorities said. ...
Football Players Investigated for Urinating on Football Field WEAU-TV 13, WI - Some Wisconsin junior high school football players could be in a world of trouble for urinating near the opposing team's field, right in the middle of a ...
Football. Romo may start against Rams Ottawa Citizen, Canada - Tony Romo may be down, but he is not out -- yet. The Dallas Cowboys quarterback threw passes with a cast on his broken little finger yesterday and has ...
Called Out: Matt Schaub gets some love - Fantasy Football ESPN - I actually already did a video segment about this, too, for Fantasy Focus Football. First off, despite the fact that the Lions knocked Frerotte around quite ...
College football games of the week Los Angeles Times, CA - Ohio State can't afford to look past East Lansing this week to Penn State's arrival in Columbus on Oct. 25. Win these next two games, though, ...
Football. Colts RB Hart out for season Ottawa Citizen, Canada - The season is over for Indianapolis Colts rookie running back Mike Hart. The NFL team placed the third-string rusher on injured reserve yesterday after he ...
Former U. football recruit guilty in attack Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Melinda Rogers A former University of Utah football recruit has pleaded guilty to four misdemeanors related to a dispute at a Salt Lake County restaurant ...
Whale of a football season comes to a close Arctic Sounder, AK - In last Friday’s short break between the end of the third and start of the fourth quarter, Barrow High assistant football coach Jeremy Arnhart gathered the ...
Girl excels on the football field SouthJerseyLocalNews.com, NJ - By Jay Rowles; Staff Writer In the world of 70 pound Minutemen football, there is one Minutemaid.Her name is Ashley Severns, and she is a five year old ...
College Football Picks Pitt vs Navy OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY - With thousands of winning college football picks OnlineSportsHandicapping.com's sports handicapping experts are ready to increase your bankroll on the Pitt ...
Schaub, Texans feeling stronger after wild win
Ronald Martinez / Getty Images Matt??Schaub and the Texans are feeling pretty good about themselves after getting their first win of the season. Matt Schaub is still trying to regain some of the 8 pounds he lost nearly two weeks ago because of a stomach virus,...
Steve Wyche
Buccaneers ready to take on banged-up Seahawks
There's been uncertainty at the quarterback position since early in the season for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but with two experienced signal-callers on the roster, there wasn't any dropoff last week even with Brian Griese injured. With Matt Hasselbeck out, the...
Anatomy of a Play: New wrinkle for 'Wildcat'
The Texans watched film of the Dolphins' "Wildcat" formation and formulated a game plan to shut it down. But a cautious Mario Williams warned his teammates that there would be a wrinkle. He was right. The wrinkle creased Houston's defense for a 53-yard touchdown, on...
Gonzalez ensures teammates he is still committed to Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Tony Gonzalez held a players-only meeting with his teammates to assure them he's not bitter that the Kansas City Chiefs failed to trade him to a contender. Gonzalez said he held Wednesday's meeting because he wanted to make sure the young guys...
Johnson's status up in the air for the Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Larry Johnson's status for Kansas City's game against Tennessee remains a mystery. Coach Herm Edwards, for the second day in a row, refused Wednesday to say whether the two-time Pro Bowl running back would or would not play. The...
Failed physical sends McCargo back to Buffalo
INDIANAPOLIS -- Defensive tackle John McCargo wanted a fresh start. He'll have to go somewhere other than Indianapolis to get it. McCargo failed his physical, voiding the trade that sent him from Buffalo to the Colts and sending his rights back to the Bills, Colts...
Seahawks seek answers at QB with Wallace, Frye
RENTON, Wash. -- With Matt Hasselbeck sidelined by a balky back, the Seattle Seahawks are doing the splits at quarterback. Seneca Wallace, QB Seattle Seahawks Height: 5-11 Weight: 205 College: Iowa State Experience: 6th season Backup quarterback...
Road optimism runs high for these four teams in Week 7
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 7. The Steelers, Titans, Cowboys and Jets all appear to be in position to claim road victories. The Steelers travel to Cincinnati...
Vikings get more help, agree to deal with veteran linebacker Harris
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to a contract with linebacker Napoleon Harris. Harris is the second linebacker the Vikings added this week after signing Dontarrious Thomas on Monday. Harris was at the team's Winter Park headquarters for...
Price of some Super Bowl tickets reach $1K for first time
NEW YORK -- The official price of Super Bowl tickets will reach $1,000 for the first time this season. The NFL confirmed Thursday that 25 percent of the tickets for Super Bowl XLIII will be priced at $1,000. It also announced it will drop the price of 1,000 tickets at...
Ask Vic: Quality draft picks helping Titans succeed
Matt Sullivan/Getty Images Rookie running back Chris??Johnson is making an immediate impact with the undefeated Titans. We've got mail: Question: After Vince Young failed to live up to his hype at the beginning of the season, I heard a lot of...
Vic Carucci
Cowboys will cap chaotic week with trip to St. Louis
The Dallas Cowboys lost for the second time in three games last Sunday in an overtime thriller. That was only the beginning of their chaotic week. After losing their quarterback to injury, seeing a starting cornerback suspended and trying to counter those losses with a...
NFL Players and local youth come together for NFL PLAY 60
National Football League New Orleans??Saints quarterback Drew??Brees shows kids the techniques of football. ?? NFL PLAY 60 with ... Drew??Brees Eli??Manning Adrian??Peterson Santana??Moss Bob??Sanders NFL PLAY 60 Our mission: As a brand...
Browns TE Winslow returns to team, could practice Friday
Kellen Winslow, TE Cleveland Browns 2008 Statistics Receptions: 19 Yards: 170 Touchdowns: 1 CLEVELAND -- Cleveland Browns tight end Kellen Winslow has returned to the team, though he has not been cleared to practice after being hospitalized with an...
Jets' Smith says fine, suspension were too steep
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets safety Eric Smith thinks the NFL "made an example" of him with its punishment of his helmet-to-helmet hit on Arizona's Anquan Boldin a few weeks ago. Smith was suspended and fined $50,000, including one game check, after the...
Portis, Taylor, Samuels among ailing Redskins
ASHBURN, Va. -- One could form the nucleus of a pretty good team with the load of talent unable to practice for the Washington Redskins on Thursday. Feeling the pain The Redskins are nursing a number of injuries as five key starters missed practice Thursday. Take a look at...
Favre has great matchup in Oakland; RB Jones a risk vs. Bucs
Marc Serota/Getty Images Brett Favre has thrown for 1,124 yards and 13 touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis New York Jets Brett Favre Quarterback Favre is coming off a mediocre performance against the Bengals, but...
Michael Fabiano
Phillips not counting Romo out after limited practice
Wade Phillips isn't counting out Tony Romo just yet. He also isn't ready to say his starting quarterback is ready to play, either. Schefter's blog: Risky business Even with his fractured pinkie, there is no doubt Dallas QB Tony Romo wants to play. But being able to...
Monday, October 13, 2008
News for the 10/13/08
FOOTBALL: Bid for second shutout fails in final minute Ball State Daily News, IN - Defensive shutouts for Ball State University's football team seem as rare as a David Letterman trip to Muncie. It does not happen often, which makes it ...
Ute football: Ute football: Utah football Still Perfect Salt Lake Tribune, United States -... Utah logged another decisive victory by beating Wyoming 40-7 Saturday and is one of 10 unbeaten teams left in the Football Bowl Subdivision. ...
Police: Holy Cross football player stabs teammate Boston Herald, United States - By AP WORCESTER - Worcester police say a College of the Holy Cross football player attacked a teammate as the two celebrated a victory. Police say 6-foot-5, ...
SUU football: T-birds look to extend streak Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Jennifer Gustavson The Southern Utah University football team will kick off Great West Conference play today at UC Davis. Following last week's 14-7 win ...
Football report card has Keith Price, Anthony Barr among leaders Los Angeles Times, CA - Columnist Eric Sondheimer ranks performances of Southland football players at the midseason point. Quarterback: 1. Keith Price, Bellflower St. John Bosco, ...
BYU football: Thursday's game Salt Lake Tribune, United States - New Mexico college football at LaVell Edwards Stadium, Saturday, October 11, 2008. PROVO - TCU's 13-7 win over Colorado State on Saturday was barely minutes ...
St. Anthony's football wins at St. Joseph by Sea Newsday, NY - "Great atmosphere, great football game, but let's turn the page and get the heck out of here," St. Anthony's coach Rich Reichert said. ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network - Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Jason Elam banged in a 48-yard field goal with no time left on the clock, making up for an earlier missed attempt, ...
Conroe linebacker tops Chronicle's list for football Houston Chronicle, United States - By SAM KHAN JR. Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle Quarterback Cody Green led Dayton to a 49-14 win over Crosby on Friday by throwing for 179 yards and two ...
Football great Jim Brown on 'The Express' and why Kobe needs to ... Los Angeles Times, CA - He was the man who first put Syracuse on the map as a football power, who clashed with Schwartzwalder but still helped recruit Davis and who would've ...
New York Giants vs Cleveland Browns Monday Night Football Picks OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY -The lackluster Browns are hoping to get Anderson, and their offense back on track in the New York Giants vs Cleveland Browns Monday Night football match-up. ...
Football: Barr scores 4 TDs on six touches Los Angeles Times, CA - Running back Anthony Barr of Loyola had a first quarter to remember Saturday night against Hart. He carried the ball six times and scored four toucdowns on ...
History Column: 'Illustrious football son' took over at Pasadena JC Pasadena Star-News, CA - By Sid Gally, Correspondent NEW COACH: Tom Mallory was named to succeed Bob McNeish as head football coach at Pasadena Junior College, it was written by
Hawaii offense back to playing real football Honolulu Star-Bulletin, HI - By Dave Reardon Fast-break football had its positives -- hey, it got Hawaii to two WAC championships and the Sugar Bowl. But the Warriors have evolved. ...
College football notebook: Results indicate BCS could be a mess again Columbus Dispatch, OH - By Ralph D. Russo AP Favorites fall in the Big 12, Florida swamps LSU and the end of result of Saturday was this: College football seems headed toward ...
Arena Football League: Athletes give heart and Soul in local tryout Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - Logistical obstacles are irrelevant when it comes to getting a shot at playing professional football. Consider the case of Sedale Threatt Jr., ...
Chemistry key in Texas' Cotton Bowl surprise - College Football ESPN - Only 92182 people at the refurbished Cotton Bowl and a national television audience got to see one of the best college football games of this or any season. ...
College football coaches feeling heat halfway through the season Orlando Sentinel, FL - How quickly the winds of fortune can change when you are the coach of a football-obsessed university. Look no further than Tommy Tuberville and Phillip ...
Monday Night Football preview: Undefeated Giants travel to Cleveland Most Valuable Network, MA - This week, Giants blogger Anthony of Giants Football Blog and Nick of Browns Bites were kind enough to help us preview the Giants-Browns Monday Night ...
College football: Harvard scores early, often in rout of Cornell Ithaca Journal, NY - Much of the pre-game buzz around Harvard Stadium before Saturday afternoon's Ivy League football contest between Cornell and Harvard surrounded the Big ...
Arizona football falls under Cardinal rule Arizona Daily Wildcat, AZ - It may not be the best team in the Pacific 10 Conference, but the Cardinal sure know how to make opponents fall under their spell every now and then. ...
WVU Football: Offensive coordinator willing to take the heat Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - "I'm too worried about taking care of those football players to worry about my job situation," Mullen said. "I have absolutely no fears about that. ...
Vote now for the Motorola Coach of the Week
Coaches Jim Haslett of the St. Louis Rams, Gary Kubiak of the Houston Texans and Romeo Crennel of the Cleveland Browns are the Motorola Coach of the Week nominees for games played on Oct. 12-13. Fans can vote from 9 a.m. ET on Tuesday through 11 a.m. ET on Friday to determine...
Vote for FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Quarterbacks Drew Brees of the New Orleans Saints, Peyton Manning of the Indianapolis Colts and Philip Rivers of the San Diego Chargers and running backs Warrick Dunn of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Maurice Jones-Drew of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings...
Vote now for the Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Buccaneers linebacker Geno Hayes, Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson, St. Louis defensive end Chris Long, Bengals safety Corey Lynch and Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan are the finalists for Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week honors for games played on Oct. 12-13. Fans can vote for one...
Weekend recap: One crazy autumn Sunday
The Rams celebrate kicker Josh Brown's game-winning field goal. (Luis M. Alvarez/Associated Press) ?? Best of Week 6 ?? More photos Cardinals 30, Cowboys 24 (OT) There has never been a bigger Sunday in the NFL when it comes to...
Working the Wire: If Anderson's available, grab him
I wound up discussing a lot of players this week, so as we head into Week 7 of the NFL season, let's just get right to the recommendations: Derek Anderson, QB, Browns: No turnovers, no sacks, no punts -- are you kidding me? The Browns' offense looked unstoppable against...
Mark P. Stopa
Titans inherit top spot; Cardinals climbing the charts
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after Week 6: In the hunt Teams that look good enough to be among the 12 playoff qualifiers, but not based on conference. Rank Team Record Prv. Comment 1. Tennessee Titans 5-0 2 After a week off, the Titans should add another one...
Vic Carucci
Tuesday Huddle: Hard to find a Super Bowl favorite after Week 6
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images The Browns steamrolled through the Giants on Monday night and handed the defending champions their first loss of the season. Monday night proved to be a logical conclusion to an NFL weekend that was anything but logical. It also...
Vic Carucci
Starting guard Yanda could be out for season with knee injury
Ravens head coach John Harbaugh believes starting right guard Marshal Yanda could be out for the rest of the season. Yanda suffered a right knee injury during the fourth quarter of Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Colts. He underwent an MRI exam on Monday, according to Harbaugh.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
News for the 10/08/08
NFL Commissioner: Down economy challenges league Dallas Morning News, TX - AP NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell says the economic downturn remains a challenge for the league, despite the popularity of football. ...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG SI.com - As you know, it's debate season. Which means it's Saturday Night Live parody season. Which means I've been laughing harder than I have in a very long time ...
BYU football: Interceptions vs. USU 'felt good,' says Hall Salt Lake Tribune, United States - The reason I love playing football is because I love going out with my guys and I love going to battle. And numbers and all that stuff doesn't mean a lot to ...
Wake's Swank questionable for game vs. Clemson - College Football ESPN - By Heather Dinich Wake Forest punter/placekicker Sam Swank strained his right quadriceps in practice Monday and is officially listed as questionable for ...
College Football LSU player retreats from his Tim Tebow quote Seattle Times, United States - "We never go into any football game trying to hurt a player from the other team," Jean-Francois was quoted as saying. "My comments in regard to Florida ...
Ford drives South Carolina State's offense - College Football ESPN - By Donald Hunt Before the college football season started, William Ford was selected as the MEAC's preseason offensive Player of the Year. ...
Top-tier RB Bryce Brown leads Kansas, Nebraska crop - Football ... ESPN - By Bill Conley When you talk about the states of Kansas and Nebraska in terms of football, you normally speak about hard-nosed football players who may not ...
Sporting News college football writers Matt Hayes and Dave Curtis ... SportingNews.com - Mizzou has become college football's best show, its first-string offense rarely playing into the fourth quarter. At home, on national television, ...
Prep football: Timpview star suspended for game over punch Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Kaufusi, who has committed to play football at BYU and who is the son of Cougars offensive coordinator Steve Kaufusi, is only suspended for the one game, ...
Poll: McCain, Obama and Football Washington Post, United States - Here’s the question: Tonight’s debate between John McCain and Barack Obama most resembles what college football matchup this Saturday? ...
UM, Toledo finally will meet on a football field Detroit Free Press, United States - Here's a portion of their story: The schools have been playing football for a combined 220 years. The reason they're finally facing off against each other ...
Fantasy Football Week Six Rankings: Running Backs Bleacher Report, CA - We are already heading into the second weekend of fantasy football in October, and with it come the great change in the leaves, the mildness to the air, ...
Purdue at Ohio State Football Odds, Picks & Predictions BetFirms, IA - Ohio State is coming off a big win against Wisconsin, but once again their offense looked sloppy as they struggled to move the football. ...
OHSAA recommending seventh division for football Springfield News Sun, OH - An OHSAA subcommittee is hoping to split Division I in half, meaning a seventh division in football would be formed. The possible plan was announced today ...
Mississippi State v. Vanderbilt Football Odds & Predictions BetFirms, IA - He didn’t turn the football over and threw two touchdowns and picked up 54 yards on the ground. Adams will show once again that he can protect the football ...
Michigan State at Northwestern Football Betting Picks & Lines BetFirms, IA - Right now the college football odds at BetUS show Michigan State as a 1.5 point favorite over Northwestern. Michigan State’s offense is led by running back ...
Joe McKnight is still defining his role with USC football team Los Angeles Times, CA - Certainly not the Bush who just had two punt returns for touchdowns on "Monday Night Football." The sophomore shows flashes of brilliance alongside mistakes ...
Salukis football team in search of good surgeon The Southern, IL - By Todd Hefferman, The Southern CARBONDALE - Four days before its homecoming game, Southern Illinois University's football team was looking for a good local ...
Ohio State football: Saine's time to shine? The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - So far, Saine hasn't translated his state champion track speed onto the football field on a consistent basis. He needs to show he can run between the ...
Wisconsin vs. Penn State Football Predictions BetFirms, IA - Though running back PJ Hill has been solid for the Badgers carrying the football, their are a lot of fans wondering why freshman John Clay isn’t getting ...
Burress' absence allows Giants' Hixon, Moss to emerge
Getty Images Wide receivers Sinorice??Moss (left) and Domenik??Hixon each scored their first career touchdowns on Sunday. Tom Coughlin was confident one of his relatively untested young receivers would step up to fill the void left by Plaxico Burress'...
Jaguars' Jones to have case heard in drug court
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones' cocaine charge will be heard in drug court rather than in the regular criminal system and will allow him to keep any conviction off his record. Matt Jones, WR Jacksonville Jaguars 2008...
Schobel one of a number of Bills nursing injuries
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo defensive end Aaron Schobel missed practice Tuesday and will be one of numerous Bills regulars using the bye week to recuperate from nagging injuries. Schobel said he has a strained ligament in his left foot and doesn't expect to practice much, if...
With players crying foul, NFL getting tough on dirty play
Steve Dykes / Getty Images Matt??Ryan feels the pass rush and eventually the helmet of Carolina DE Julius??Peppers in a Week 4 collision. Hits on the Falcons rookie this year have cost Peppers $10,000 and Tampa Bay's Elbert Mack a one-game suspension. This...
Vic Carucci
NFL denies Jets safety Smith's appeal of one-game suspension
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets safety Eric Smith will sit out Sunday's game against Cincinnati after the NFL denied his appeal of a one-game suspension and fine for his helmet-to-helmet hit on Arizona's Anquan Boldin. Eric Smith, S New York Jets ...
Manly House of Football: Quick hits on third-and-long
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Just wondering: Is there light at the end of the tunnel for Chad Johnson this season? I don't know about your high school football coach, but mine used to call the old quick-kick on third down when you were getting shellacked by...
Nick Bakay
Ravens' Gregg undergoes knee surgery, will miss rest of season
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- The Baltimore Ravens placed nose tackle Kelly Gregg on injured reserve on Wednesday, a day after he underwent arthroscopic micro-fracture surgery on his left knee. Kelly Gregg, NT Baltimore Ravens Height: 6-0 Weight: 315 College:...
Owens' selfish criticism is way off target
If there weren't wide receivers acting up every week, complaining, being fined, pouting on the sidelines, and thinking about themselves before the team, there wouldn't be much controversy in the NFL. As one head coach said to me this week, "Most of my headaches come from the...
Pat Kirwan
Anatomy of a Play: Romo's TD pass to T.O.
Terrell Owens is one of those rare athletes that plays faster than he actually is. Call it "a second gear," call it "game speed," call it "ludicrous speed." Whatever you call it, T.O.'s got it and he used it last Sunday. It was second-and-8 at...
Quick Take: Patriots (3-1) at Chargers (2-3)
Al Bello / Getty Images The last time Philip Rivers faced the Patriots, he was playing with a torn ACL. Last meeting The Patriots took advantage of an ailing Chargers team and advanced to Super Bowl XLII with a 21-12 victory in last season's AFC...
Quick Take: Giants (4-0) at Browns (1-3)
Al Bello / Getty Images WR Plaxico Burress is back with the Giants after serving a one-game suspension. Last meeting Kurt Warner passed for 286 yards to lead the Giants past the Browns, 27-10, in 2004. Streaks The Giants have taken the last four...
Cardinals' LaBoy faces man-sized challenge against Cowboys' Adams
Getty Images Jacksonville CB Rashean Mathis has a nose for the football, and he'll see plenty of action facing Denver QB Jay Cutler. Here are some key matchups to follow in this week's games: Dallas LT Flozell Adams vs. Arizona DE Travis LaBoy...
Gil Brandt
A look at what's ahead in Week 6
1 p.m. ET, CBS Baltimore at Indianapolis Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Colts, 5-2, in a series between Baltimore's current team versus the team that called Baltimore its home from 1953 through 1983. Streaks: The Colts have won the last four meetings,...
Bengals QB Palmer limits throwing in practice to rest sore elbow
CINCINNATI -- Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer will limit his throwing during practice this week to rest his sore elbow, hoping to be ready for the New York Jets on Sunday. Carson Palmer, QB Cincinnati Bengals 2008 Statistics Comp/Att.: 75/129 Yards:...
Cardinals' LaBoy faces man-sized challenge against Cowboys' Adams
Getty Images Jacksonville CB Rashean Mathis has a nose for the football, and he'll see plenty of action facing Denver QB Jay Cutler. Here are some key matchups to follow in this week's games: Dallas LT Flozell Adams vs. Arizona DE Travis LaBoy...
Gil Brandt
Panthers place Robinson on IR; Hackett expected to sit vs. Bucs
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers placed kick returner Ryne Robinson on injured reserve Wednesday after he failed to make progress from a preseason knee injury. The Panthers signed former Wake Forest receiver Kenneth Moore to take his roster spot. Ryne Robinson,...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG SI.com - As you know, it's debate season. Which means it's Saturday Night Live parody season. Which means I've been laughing harder than I have in a very long time ...
BYU football: Interceptions vs. USU 'felt good,' says Hall Salt Lake Tribune, United States - The reason I love playing football is because I love going out with my guys and I love going to battle. And numbers and all that stuff doesn't mean a lot to ...
Wake's Swank questionable for game vs. Clemson - College Football ESPN - By Heather Dinich Wake Forest punter/placekicker Sam Swank strained his right quadriceps in practice Monday and is officially listed as questionable for ...
College Football LSU player retreats from his Tim Tebow quote Seattle Times, United States - "We never go into any football game trying to hurt a player from the other team," Jean-Francois was quoted as saying. "My comments in regard to Florida ...
Ford drives South Carolina State's offense - College Football ESPN - By Donald Hunt Before the college football season started, William Ford was selected as the MEAC's preseason offensive Player of the Year. ...
Top-tier RB Bryce Brown leads Kansas, Nebraska crop - Football ... ESPN - By Bill Conley When you talk about the states of Kansas and Nebraska in terms of football, you normally speak about hard-nosed football players who may not ...
Sporting News college football writers Matt Hayes and Dave Curtis ... SportingNews.com - Mizzou has become college football's best show, its first-string offense rarely playing into the fourth quarter. At home, on national television, ...
Prep football: Timpview star suspended for game over punch Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Kaufusi, who has committed to play football at BYU and who is the son of Cougars offensive coordinator Steve Kaufusi, is only suspended for the one game, ...
Poll: McCain, Obama and Football Washington Post, United States - Here’s the question: Tonight’s debate between John McCain and Barack Obama most resembles what college football matchup this Saturday? ...
UM, Toledo finally will meet on a football field Detroit Free Press, United States - Here's a portion of their story: The schools have been playing football for a combined 220 years. The reason they're finally facing off against each other ...
Fantasy Football Week Six Rankings: Running Backs Bleacher Report, CA - We are already heading into the second weekend of fantasy football in October, and with it come the great change in the leaves, the mildness to the air, ...
Purdue at Ohio State Football Odds, Picks & Predictions BetFirms, IA - Ohio State is coming off a big win against Wisconsin, but once again their offense looked sloppy as they struggled to move the football. ...
OHSAA recommending seventh division for football Springfield News Sun, OH - An OHSAA subcommittee is hoping to split Division I in half, meaning a seventh division in football would be formed. The possible plan was announced today ...
Mississippi State v. Vanderbilt Football Odds & Predictions BetFirms, IA - He didn’t turn the football over and threw two touchdowns and picked up 54 yards on the ground. Adams will show once again that he can protect the football ...
Michigan State at Northwestern Football Betting Picks & Lines BetFirms, IA - Right now the college football odds at BetUS show Michigan State as a 1.5 point favorite over Northwestern. Michigan State’s offense is led by running back ...
Joe McKnight is still defining his role with USC football team Los Angeles Times, CA - Certainly not the Bush who just had two punt returns for touchdowns on "Monday Night Football." The sophomore shows flashes of brilliance alongside mistakes ...
Salukis football team in search of good surgeon The Southern, IL - By Todd Hefferman, The Southern CARBONDALE - Four days before its homecoming game, Southern Illinois University's football team was looking for a good local ...
Ohio State football: Saine's time to shine? The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - So far, Saine hasn't translated his state champion track speed onto the football field on a consistent basis. He needs to show he can run between the ...
Wisconsin vs. Penn State Football Predictions BetFirms, IA - Though running back PJ Hill has been solid for the Badgers carrying the football, their are a lot of fans wondering why freshman John Clay isn’t getting ...
Burress' absence allows Giants' Hixon, Moss to emerge
Getty Images Wide receivers Sinorice??Moss (left) and Domenik??Hixon each scored their first career touchdowns on Sunday. Tom Coughlin was confident one of his relatively untested young receivers would step up to fill the void left by Plaxico Burress'...
Jaguars' Jones to have case heard in drug court
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. -- Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Matt Jones' cocaine charge will be heard in drug court rather than in the regular criminal system and will allow him to keep any conviction off his record. Matt Jones, WR Jacksonville Jaguars 2008...
Schobel one of a number of Bills nursing injuries
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo defensive end Aaron Schobel missed practice Tuesday and will be one of numerous Bills regulars using the bye week to recuperate from nagging injuries. Schobel said he has a strained ligament in his left foot and doesn't expect to practice much, if...
With players crying foul, NFL getting tough on dirty play
Steve Dykes / Getty Images Matt??Ryan feels the pass rush and eventually the helmet of Carolina DE Julius??Peppers in a Week 4 collision. Hits on the Falcons rookie this year have cost Peppers $10,000 and Tampa Bay's Elbert Mack a one-game suspension. This...
Vic Carucci
NFL denies Jets safety Smith's appeal of one-game suspension
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets safety Eric Smith will sit out Sunday's game against Cincinnati after the NFL denied his appeal of a one-game suspension and fine for his helmet-to-helmet hit on Arizona's Anquan Boldin. Eric Smith, S New York Jets ...
Manly House of Football: Quick hits on third-and-long
Ronald Martinez/Getty Images Just wondering: Is there light at the end of the tunnel for Chad Johnson this season? I don't know about your high school football coach, but mine used to call the old quick-kick on third down when you were getting shellacked by...
Nick Bakay
Ravens' Gregg undergoes knee surgery, will miss rest of season
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- The Baltimore Ravens placed nose tackle Kelly Gregg on injured reserve on Wednesday, a day after he underwent arthroscopic micro-fracture surgery on his left knee. Kelly Gregg, NT Baltimore Ravens Height: 6-0 Weight: 315 College:...
Owens' selfish criticism is way off target
If there weren't wide receivers acting up every week, complaining, being fined, pouting on the sidelines, and thinking about themselves before the team, there wouldn't be much controversy in the NFL. As one head coach said to me this week, "Most of my headaches come from the...
Pat Kirwan
Anatomy of a Play: Romo's TD pass to T.O.
Terrell Owens is one of those rare athletes that plays faster than he actually is. Call it "a second gear," call it "game speed," call it "ludicrous speed." Whatever you call it, T.O.'s got it and he used it last Sunday. It was second-and-8 at...
Quick Take: Patriots (3-1) at Chargers (2-3)
Al Bello / Getty Images The last time Philip Rivers faced the Patriots, he was playing with a torn ACL. Last meeting The Patriots took advantage of an ailing Chargers team and advanced to Super Bowl XLII with a 21-12 victory in last season's AFC...
Quick Take: Giants (4-0) at Browns (1-3)
Al Bello / Getty Images WR Plaxico Burress is back with the Giants after serving a one-game suspension. Last meeting Kurt Warner passed for 286 yards to lead the Giants past the Browns, 27-10, in 2004. Streaks The Giants have taken the last four...
Cardinals' LaBoy faces man-sized challenge against Cowboys' Adams
Getty Images Jacksonville CB Rashean Mathis has a nose for the football, and he'll see plenty of action facing Denver QB Jay Cutler. Here are some key matchups to follow in this week's games: Dallas LT Flozell Adams vs. Arizona DE Travis LaBoy...
Gil Brandt
A look at what's ahead in Week 6
1 p.m. ET, CBS Baltimore at Indianapolis Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Colts, 5-2, in a series between Baltimore's current team versus the team that called Baltimore its home from 1953 through 1983. Streaks: The Colts have won the last four meetings,...
Bengals QB Palmer limits throwing in practice to rest sore elbow
CINCINNATI -- Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer will limit his throwing during practice this week to rest his sore elbow, hoping to be ready for the New York Jets on Sunday. Carson Palmer, QB Cincinnati Bengals 2008 Statistics Comp/Att.: 75/129 Yards:...
Cardinals' LaBoy faces man-sized challenge against Cowboys' Adams
Getty Images Jacksonville CB Rashean Mathis has a nose for the football, and he'll see plenty of action facing Denver QB Jay Cutler. Here are some key matchups to follow in this week's games: Dallas LT Flozell Adams vs. Arizona DE Travis LaBoy...
Gil Brandt
Panthers place Robinson on IR; Hackett expected to sit vs. Bucs
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers placed kick returner Ryne Robinson on injured reserve Wednesday after he failed to make progress from a preseason knee injury. The Panthers signed former Wake Forest receiver Kenneth Moore to take his roster spot. Ryne Robinson,...
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
News for the Day 10/7/08
St. Louis football coach quits after shoving kid Chicago Tribune, United States - It wasn't exactly Bob Knight hurling a chair or manhandling a player, but a suburban St. Louis junior football league coach is in trouble — possibly legal ...
Video: Football coach accused of shoving 11-year-old Detroit Free Press
Western Kentucky football team makes a calculated move up USA Today - Wood Selig figures he saw no more than 10 minutes of Western Kentucky University's football home opener three Saturdays ago, a 50-9 rout of Murray State ...
Huskies focus on football growth Seattle Post Intelligencer - Gone are a realistic opportunity at a bowl game, a winning season and likely the chance to continue as Washington's football coach. ...
5 Salisbury Univ. football players arrested in bar fight Baltimore Sun, United States - AP Police say they arrested seven Salisbury University students, including five members of the football team, after officers were called to break up a large ...
"5th Quarter" tackles real-life football drama Reuters - By Gregg Goldstein NEW YORK (Hollywood Reporter) - A college football player's tribute to his late brother inspired his team to a record season, ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network - Gus Frerotte played mistake-free football, completing 19-of-36 for 222 yards and a touchdown for Minnesota (2-3), which was coming off a debilitating 30-17 ...
There's no shame in admitting injuries are crucial in football San Diego Union Tribune, United States - The football conceit is that injuries are irrelevant, and that to cite them is to signify weakness, to indulge in alibis, to compromise the code, ...
Iranians bring love of American football to Tehran Reuters India, India -But this is Tehran, capital of a country which US President George W. Bush once referred to as part of an "axis of evil," and the American football ...
USC football is No. 1 Los Angeles Times, CA - Less than two weeks after losing to 25 1/2-point underdog Oregon State, The Times' Chris Dufresne reports today that the USC football team is No. ...
Pac-10 reprimands Harbaugh for critical comments on officials ... ESPN - It's hard to imagine people don't know football any better than that. Maybe I'll be swayed differently after I see the replay, but from what I saw on the ...
PSU, WSU, N. Arizona football players honored SportingNews.com -(AP) -- Quarterback Drew Hubel of Portland State and defensive end Kevin Linehan of Weber State have been named the Big Sky Conference football players of ...
FOOTBALL NFL Titans and Colts receive a little help in late escapes International Herald Tribune, France - It was his first National Football League touchdown. Rosenfels, a backup playing for the ill Matt Schaub, had the Texans (0-4) ahead by 17 points before the ...
No structural damage found in Sanchez's fragile left knee ... ESPN - By Ted Miller Doctors found no structural damage to Mark Sanchez's left knee, but the USC quarterback will sit out practice Monday and coach Pete Carroll ...
Fantasy football great, but..... Schenectady Gazette, NY - By Bob Weiner I've been hooked on fantasy football for quite some time, and it certainly adds interest to some of the otherwise boring NFL games that pop up ...
Football transactions The Canadian Press - Movements in the world of football Sunday: National Football League CINCINNATI BENGALS-Added WR Chris Henry to the roster. Terminated the contract of RB ...
2 Mich. men enter pleas in football player's death Chicago Tribune, United States -A former community college quarterback and a second man have pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the beating death of a college football player ...
Entire Rogers football program suspended WTOL, OH - TOLEDO (WTOL) - A strong message has been sent from the Toledo Public School District as it suspends the entire Roger's high school football program for onw ...
BYU football: Bronco: Penalties OK, losing composure isn't Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Are the yellow flags starting to become a problem for the nation's ninth-ranked college football team? Coach Bronco Mendenhall doesn't believe so. ...
Sal Paolantonio’s Book on Football as America North Star Writers Group, MI - Now one author has taken the argument in another direction, looking into what’s especially American about pro football, a game even more exclusive to the US ...
20 Fantasy Football Studs and Duds For Week Five Bleacher Report, CA - Fantasy Football Studs and Duds From Week Five Another crazy week in the NFL and Fantasy Football. Some new names on Team Stud and Team ...
Red River Rivalry unlike most in college football RedRaiders.com, TX - Fans of both the Texas and Oklahoma football teams have herded to Dallas - roughly the halfway point between Austin and Norman - and they’re not shy about ...
Vote now for the GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week
Colts linebacker Gary Brackett, Cardinals defensive end Travis LaBoy, Vikings CB Antoine Winfield, Texans defensive end Mario Williams and Steelers linebacker LaMarr Woodley are the nominees for GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week for games played on Oct. 5-6. Fans can vote...
Colts expect DE Freeney, WR Gonzalez to be fine
INDIANAPOLIS -- Colts coach Tony Dungy does not appear overly concerned with the injury to three-time Pro Bowler Dwight Freeney. "He strained something in his leg on the first fumble, but he went back in for about five or six plays," Dungy said of the defensive end, who...
Chiefs QB Croyle ready to start following bye week
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Quarterback Brodie Croyle is back after a four-week absence and will start for Kansas City in its next game against Tennessee on Oct. 19. Brodie Croyle, QB Kansas City Chiefs Career statistics: Passing yards: 1,338 TDs/INTs: 6/8 ...
Rams' McMichael out for season with broken tibia, torn ligament
ST. LOUIS -- As if an 0-4 start isn't bad enough, things got even worse for the St. Louis Rams on Monday with news tight end Randy McMichael will be lost for the rest of the season. Randy McMichael, TE St. Louis Rams 2008 statistics: Rec: 11 Yards: 139 ...
Status of Bills QB Edwards uncertain following concussion
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards was described as alert but still experiencing post-concussion symptoms Monday, leaving his status uncertain as the team enters its bye week. Trent Edwards, QB Buffalo Bills Height: 6-4 Weight:...
Cardinals QB Warner increasing thoughts of retirement
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner says that after this season he will take his closest look yet at retiring from the NFL. Kurt Warner's career stats (*--Won MVP) Year Team G Yds TD INT Rate 1998 Rams 1 39 0 0 47.2 1999* Rams 16 4,353 41 13...
Ravens NT Gregg to miss season with knee injury
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Kelly Gregg will undergo season-ending surgery on his left knee Tuesday, according to his agent. Kelly Gregg, NT Baltimore Ravens Height: 6-0 Weight: 315 College: Oklahoma Experience: 9 Gregg has...
Vikings LB Henderson placed on injured reserve
NEW ORLEANS -- Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve because of dislocated toes on his left foot. E.J. Henderson, MLB Minnesota Vikings Height: 6-1 Weight: 245 College:...
Eagles RB Westbrook has two broken ribs
PHILADELPHIA -- All-Pro running back Brian Westbrook broke two ribs in the Eagles' 23-17 loss to Washington on Sunday, though he kept playing and finished the game. Brian Westbrook, RB Philadelphia Eagles Height: 5-10 Weight: 203 College:...
Quick Take: Vikings win wild game over Saints
Chris Martinez/Associated Press Bernard Berrian exploited a Saints defense focused on Adrian Peterson. It was over when ... Vikings kicker Ryan Longwell nailed a 30-yard field goal with just 13 seconds remaining. The kick was set up by a long pass...
Vikings take advantage of Saints' mistakes to earn unlikely win
NEW ORLEANS -- The Saints gave a national audience a taste of what New Orleans' long-suffering fans have bemoaned for years. Not that the Minnesota Vikings will complain about being the latest to play a supporting role in the Saints' stranger-than-fiction, four-decade...
Quick Take: Panthers pound Chiefs
Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images DeAngelo??Williams' big game powered the Panthers to their fourth win of the season. It was over when ... DeAngelo??Williams scored his third touchdown of the game on a 32-yard run with 34 seconds left in the first half. The...
Goodell calls Raiders-Kiffin saga 'unfortunate'
HOUSTON -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has not received a grievance from former Raiders coach Lane Kiffin in the wake of his bitter split with team owner Al Davis last week. Davis said Tuesday that Kiffin was fired for cause, meaning the Raiders will not pay him for...
Titans 5-0 after QB Collins bests Ravens in fourth quarter
Rob Carr/Associated Press Tight end Alge??Crumpler's only two receptions of the game, including the go-ahead TD, came in the final drive. BALTIMORE -- Facing a rugged Baltimore Ravens defense that still conjures unpleasant memories, Kerry Collins trotted onto...
Redskins rally to beat Eagles, win fourth straight
Chris McGrath/Getty Images Clinton??Portis rushed for 145 yards against the league's top-ranked rush defense. PHILADELPHIA -- A few of the Washington Redskins were walking off the field, high-fiving, hugging and celebrating another road victory when they looked up...
Quick Take: Giants rout 'Hawks, stay unbeaten
Kathy Willens / Associated Press Veteran WR Amani Toomer was one of eight Giants to catch a pass. It was over when ... Brandon??Jacobs scored on a 3-yard run late in the first quarter to give the Giants a 14-3 lead. Seattle was never able to mount a...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 5
Wayne's world Reggie Wayne caps an amazing fourth-quarter Colts comeback with this one-handed catch that will have you clicking "Play video again." Watch Clip ???? Game Highlights ???? Game Center Colts' man on the spot Gary...
Dolphins shock Chargers, earn second straight victory
Doug Benc / Getty Images Chad??Pennington was efficient against the Chargers, finishing 22-of-29 with 228 yards and a touchdown. MIAMI -- With the Miami Dolphins threatening to score, running back Ronnie Brown waited in the single wing for a direct snap, his...
Quick Take: Final drive keeps Titans unbeaten
Nick Laham / Getty Images Kerry Collins is 2-0 as a starter against the Ravens. His last win came in 1996. It was over when ... Ravens QB Joe??Flacco threw his second interception while trying to lead Baltimore on a game-tying drive with under two minutes left...
Quick Take: Orton leads rout of Lions
Paul Sancya / Associated Press Bears WR Devin Hester finished with five receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown. It was over when ... Bears CB Charles??Tillman intercepted Dan??Orlovsky's second pass of the day and ran it back 26 yards for a touchdown.
Video: Football coach accused of shoving 11-year-old Detroit Free Press
Western Kentucky football team makes a calculated move up USA Today - Wood Selig figures he saw no more than 10 minutes of Western Kentucky University's football home opener three Saturdays ago, a 50-9 rout of Murray State ...
Huskies focus on football growth Seattle Post Intelligencer - Gone are a realistic opportunity at a bowl game, a winning season and likely the chance to continue as Washington's football coach. ...
5 Salisbury Univ. football players arrested in bar fight Baltimore Sun, United States - AP Police say they arrested seven Salisbury University students, including five members of the football team, after officers were called to break up a large ...
"5th Quarter" tackles real-life football drama Reuters - By Gregg Goldstein NEW YORK (Hollywood Reporter) - A college football player's tribute to his late brother inspired his team to a record season, ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network - Gus Frerotte played mistake-free football, completing 19-of-36 for 222 yards and a touchdown for Minnesota (2-3), which was coming off a debilitating 30-17 ...
There's no shame in admitting injuries are crucial in football San Diego Union Tribune, United States - The football conceit is that injuries are irrelevant, and that to cite them is to signify weakness, to indulge in alibis, to compromise the code, ...
Iranians bring love of American football to Tehran Reuters India, India -But this is Tehran, capital of a country which US President George W. Bush once referred to as part of an "axis of evil," and the American football ...
USC football is No. 1 Los Angeles Times, CA - Less than two weeks after losing to 25 1/2-point underdog Oregon State, The Times' Chris Dufresne reports today that the USC football team is No. ...
Pac-10 reprimands Harbaugh for critical comments on officials ... ESPN - It's hard to imagine people don't know football any better than that. Maybe I'll be swayed differently after I see the replay, but from what I saw on the ...
PSU, WSU, N. Arizona football players honored SportingNews.com -(AP) -- Quarterback Drew Hubel of Portland State and defensive end Kevin Linehan of Weber State have been named the Big Sky Conference football players of ...
FOOTBALL NFL Titans and Colts receive a little help in late escapes International Herald Tribune, France - It was his first National Football League touchdown. Rosenfels, a backup playing for the ill Matt Schaub, had the Texans (0-4) ahead by 17 points before the ...
No structural damage found in Sanchez's fragile left knee ... ESPN - By Ted Miller Doctors found no structural damage to Mark Sanchez's left knee, but the USC quarterback will sit out practice Monday and coach Pete Carroll ...
Fantasy football great, but..... Schenectady Gazette, NY - By Bob Weiner I've been hooked on fantasy football for quite some time, and it certainly adds interest to some of the otherwise boring NFL games that pop up ...
Football transactions The Canadian Press - Movements in the world of football Sunday: National Football League CINCINNATI BENGALS-Added WR Chris Henry to the roster. Terminated the contract of RB ...
2 Mich. men enter pleas in football player's death Chicago Tribune, United States -A former community college quarterback and a second man have pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in the beating death of a college football player ...
Entire Rogers football program suspended WTOL, OH - TOLEDO (WTOL) - A strong message has been sent from the Toledo Public School District as it suspends the entire Roger's high school football program for onw ...
BYU football: Bronco: Penalties OK, losing composure isn't Salt Lake Tribune, United States - Are the yellow flags starting to become a problem for the nation's ninth-ranked college football team? Coach Bronco Mendenhall doesn't believe so. ...
Sal Paolantonio’s Book on Football as America North Star Writers Group, MI - Now one author has taken the argument in another direction, looking into what’s especially American about pro football, a game even more exclusive to the US ...
20 Fantasy Football Studs and Duds For Week Five Bleacher Report, CA - Fantasy Football Studs and Duds From Week Five Another crazy week in the NFL and Fantasy Football. Some new names on Team Stud and Team ...
Red River Rivalry unlike most in college football RedRaiders.com, TX - Fans of both the Texas and Oklahoma football teams have herded to Dallas - roughly the halfway point between Austin and Norman - and they’re not shy about ...
Vote now for the GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week
Colts linebacker Gary Brackett, Cardinals defensive end Travis LaBoy, Vikings CB Antoine Winfield, Texans defensive end Mario Williams and Steelers linebacker LaMarr Woodley are the nominees for GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week for games played on Oct. 5-6. Fans can vote...
Colts expect DE Freeney, WR Gonzalez to be fine
INDIANAPOLIS -- Colts coach Tony Dungy does not appear overly concerned with the injury to three-time Pro Bowler Dwight Freeney. "He strained something in his leg on the first fumble, but he went back in for about five or six plays," Dungy said of the defensive end, who...
Chiefs QB Croyle ready to start following bye week
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Quarterback Brodie Croyle is back after a four-week absence and will start for Kansas City in its next game against Tennessee on Oct. 19. Brodie Croyle, QB Kansas City Chiefs Career statistics: Passing yards: 1,338 TDs/INTs: 6/8 ...
Rams' McMichael out for season with broken tibia, torn ligament
ST. LOUIS -- As if an 0-4 start isn't bad enough, things got even worse for the St. Louis Rams on Monday with news tight end Randy McMichael will be lost for the rest of the season. Randy McMichael, TE St. Louis Rams 2008 statistics: Rec: 11 Yards: 139 ...
Status of Bills QB Edwards uncertain following concussion
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards was described as alert but still experiencing post-concussion symptoms Monday, leaving his status uncertain as the team enters its bye week. Trent Edwards, QB Buffalo Bills Height: 6-4 Weight:...
Cardinals QB Warner increasing thoughts of retirement
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner says that after this season he will take his closest look yet at retiring from the NFL. Kurt Warner's career stats (*--Won MVP) Year Team G Yds TD INT Rate 1998 Rams 1 39 0 0 47.2 1999* Rams 16 4,353 41 13...
Ravens NT Gregg to miss season with knee injury
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Kelly Gregg will undergo season-ending surgery on his left knee Tuesday, according to his agent. Kelly Gregg, NT Baltimore Ravens Height: 6-0 Weight: 315 College: Oklahoma Experience: 9 Gregg has...
Vikings LB Henderson placed on injured reserve
NEW ORLEANS -- Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson will miss the rest of the season after being placed on injured reserve because of dislocated toes on his left foot. E.J. Henderson, MLB Minnesota Vikings Height: 6-1 Weight: 245 College:...
Eagles RB Westbrook has two broken ribs
PHILADELPHIA -- All-Pro running back Brian Westbrook broke two ribs in the Eagles' 23-17 loss to Washington on Sunday, though he kept playing and finished the game. Brian Westbrook, RB Philadelphia Eagles Height: 5-10 Weight: 203 College:...
Quick Take: Vikings win wild game over Saints
Chris Martinez/Associated Press Bernard Berrian exploited a Saints defense focused on Adrian Peterson. It was over when ... Vikings kicker Ryan Longwell nailed a 30-yard field goal with just 13 seconds remaining. The kick was set up by a long pass...
Vikings take advantage of Saints' mistakes to earn unlikely win
NEW ORLEANS -- The Saints gave a national audience a taste of what New Orleans' long-suffering fans have bemoaned for years. Not that the Minnesota Vikings will complain about being the latest to play a supporting role in the Saints' stranger-than-fiction, four-decade...
Quick Take: Panthers pound Chiefs
Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images DeAngelo??Williams' big game powered the Panthers to their fourth win of the season. It was over when ... DeAngelo??Williams scored his third touchdown of the game on a 32-yard run with 34 seconds left in the first half. The...
Goodell calls Raiders-Kiffin saga 'unfortunate'
HOUSTON -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has not received a grievance from former Raiders coach Lane Kiffin in the wake of his bitter split with team owner Al Davis last week. Davis said Tuesday that Kiffin was fired for cause, meaning the Raiders will not pay him for...
Titans 5-0 after QB Collins bests Ravens in fourth quarter
Rob Carr/Associated Press Tight end Alge??Crumpler's only two receptions of the game, including the go-ahead TD, came in the final drive. BALTIMORE -- Facing a rugged Baltimore Ravens defense that still conjures unpleasant memories, Kerry Collins trotted onto...
Redskins rally to beat Eagles, win fourth straight
Chris McGrath/Getty Images Clinton??Portis rushed for 145 yards against the league's top-ranked rush defense. PHILADELPHIA -- A few of the Washington Redskins were walking off the field, high-fiving, hugging and celebrating another road victory when they looked up...
Quick Take: Giants rout 'Hawks, stay unbeaten
Kathy Willens / Associated Press Veteran WR Amani Toomer was one of eight Giants to catch a pass. It was over when ... Brandon??Jacobs scored on a 3-yard run late in the first quarter to give the Giants a 14-3 lead. Seattle was never able to mount a...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 5
Wayne's world Reggie Wayne caps an amazing fourth-quarter Colts comeback with this one-handed catch that will have you clicking "Play video again." Watch Clip ???? Game Highlights ???? Game Center Colts' man on the spot Gary...
Dolphins shock Chargers, earn second straight victory
Doug Benc / Getty Images Chad??Pennington was efficient against the Chargers, finishing 22-of-29 with 228 yards and a touchdown. MIAMI -- With the Miami Dolphins threatening to score, running back Ronnie Brown waited in the single wing for a direct snap, his...
Quick Take: Final drive keeps Titans unbeaten
Nick Laham / Getty Images Kerry Collins is 2-0 as a starter against the Ravens. His last win came in 1996. It was over when ... Ravens QB Joe??Flacco threw his second interception while trying to lead Baltimore on a game-tying drive with under two minutes left...
Quick Take: Orton leads rout of Lions
Paul Sancya / Associated Press Bears WR Devin Hester finished with five receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown. It was over when ... Bears CB Charles??Tillman intercepted Dan??Orlovsky's second pass of the day and ran it back 26 yards for a touchdown.
Saturday, October 4, 2008
News for the 10/4/08
High School football in Valdosta is a different game Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - By Jeff Schultz Valdosta — The old football coach is sitting in his usual seat on the 50. Funny thing about old football ...
Big 12, area football ready for close-up Kansas City Star, MO - College football is on the clock. From the brunch kickoff times of two Big 12 games, including 16th-ranked Kansas at Iowa State, through Kansas State’s ...
Ute football: How big will win over OSU become? Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Oregon State was the talk on national radio, a constant highlight presence on ESPN and the subject of numerous newspaper stories after it ...
Prep football: Tigers pick up steam late in win Salt Lake Tribune, United States - This showdown had some of the hardest-hitting high school football going on in the state. Tied 14-14 at the half, Snow Canyon felt it had a chance against a ...
Prep football: Syracuse upends No. 5 Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Cody Brunner SYRACUSE - It probably wasn't the prettiest win of Syracuse head coach Russ Jones' career, but it's a win nonetheless. ...
Football: Kasdorf is new big man on campus at Notre Dame Los Angeles Times, CA - The 6-foot-2 junior quarterback used his big-time arm Friday night to guide Notre Dame to a 52-28 victory over Saugus, and perhaps more importantly, ...
The NCAA Football Workout: October 4th SportingNews.com - Kirk Herbstreit laughs maniacally, both because of Corso’s gaffe and because he’s paid a ridiculous amount of money to talk about college football for a ...
Vanderbilt eager to make some football history SportingNews.com - NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A sold-out stadium with two ranked teams playing a big SEC game. Can this really be Vanderbilt? No. 19 Vanderbilt tries to go 5-0 for ...
Oklahoma Sooners vs. Baylor Bears Preview, October 4 2008 - NCAA ... ESPN - "What we are going to do is play hard for 60 minutes, play well for 60 minutes and win a football game in 60 minutes. Their rankings and all of that is ...
BYU football: Cougars don't bring 'A' game in win against USU Salt Lake Tribune, United States - "I think anytime you win a football game, it's satisfying," said BYU coach Bronco Mendenhall. "It's certainly satisfying for another win on the road and to ...
More Week Six College Football Picks and Some Games Mitch Isn't ... Bleacher Report, CA - What a week we have already had in college football, and we still have two more days of games to go. At this point, you think maybe I would learn my lesson ...
Stanford vs Notre Dame College Football Predictions Sports-Odds.com, FL - Stanford vs Notre Dame College Football Predictions: The Cardinals (3-2) on a two game winning streak coming into this game with wins over San Jose State ...
Missouri vs Nebraska College Football Picks Sports-Odds.com, FL - Missouri vs Nebraska College Football Picks Week 6: The Tigers are (4-0) now and ranked #3 in the AP poll because of all the upset losses last week. ...
Ohio State vs Wisconsin College Football Odds Sports-Odds.com, FL - Ohio State vs Wisconsin College Football Odds Week 6: The Buckeyes (4-1) now ranked 14# in the AP Poll after a win last week over Minnesota 34-21 at home. ...
Illinois vs Michigan College Football Picks Sports-Odds.com, FL - Illinois vs Michigan College Football Picks: The Fighting Illini (2-2) got their first big road test of the season last week losing on the road to Penn ...
Pigskin and politics: Voter registration held at football game Janesville Gazette, WI - JANESVILLE — Janesville Clerk Treasurer Jean Wulf spent her Friday night at the Craig-Parker football game. But it wasn’t the battle between the green and ...
College Football Pick'em: The 10 Best Games of Week 6 Bleacher Report, CA - Welcome to another rendition of College Football Pick’em. Hopefully, this week will be better than the last, where I was 5-5 for the second time this season ...
North Shore football goes for record 73rd straight win tonight Houston Chronicle, United States - By SAM KHAN JR. Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle North Shore tries to tie the state record for consecutive regular season wins when they play Lufkin. ...
Ohio high school football player dies of aneurysm The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - AP CLEVELAND (AP) — A high school football team took to the field just hours after a sophomore player died of an aneurysm. Darren Perez, a backup receiver ...
It's time to make sense of topsy-turvy ACC football Greensboro News Record, NC - In their three games against foes in college football's top division (FBS), the Eagles have blanked Kent State, lost 19-16 to Georgia Tech and demoted ...
San Francisco 49ers vs. New England Patriots Football Picks & Odds BetFirms, IA - This could be a problem this weekend, Oct 3, 2008 as they Patriots seem to want to run the football more now that Brady is out, so if the 49ers continue to struggle to ...
Two other former Raiders coaches face off in Denver
Getty Images Jon Gruden and Mike Shanahan square off Sunday in Denver. Before we get into five key on-field matchups that are worth watching this week, here is the most interesting -- as well as ironic -- coaching matchup of Week 5. While the NFL is still...
Gil Brandt
Rotowire: Give Hasselbeck the green light as WRs return
Bye: Cleveland, Oakland, St. Louis, N.Y. Jets Bears at Lions Green Light: Matt Forte could be in for a big game this week, as the Lions allow more than 200 yard rushing per game. Brandon Lloyd has developed into the go-to receiver. Greg Olsen's value has risen with...
Cory Bertram
Favre, Johnson named FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Quarterback Brett Favre of the New York Jets and running back Larry Johnson of the Kansas City Chiefs are the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week for games played on Sept. 28-29. Favre completed 24 of 34 passes for 289 yards and a career-high six touchdowns in ...
Horton named Week 4 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Safety Chris Horton of the Washington Redskins is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Sept. 28-29. Horton had an interception, which led to a fourth-quarter field goal, three tackles...
A look at what's ahead in Week 5
1 p.m. ET, CBS San Diego at Miami Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Dolphins, 11-10, in a series that includes one of the most memorable playoff games in NFL history. Streaks: The Dolphins have won the past six meetings, with the most recent coming in 2005, when ...
Teams coming back from the bye highlight Week 5 storylines
10 hot topics for Week 5 So far, Week 5 of the NFL season has looked and felt more like the week after the end of the regular season. We have witnessed two head coaches being fired (in St. Louis and Oakland) and an owner hanging out his dirty laundry like no other owner has...
Pat Kirwan
Jaguars' Nelson, Florence ruled out against Steelers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars will be without half their starting secondary against Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Safety Reggie Nelson (knee) and cornerback Drayton Florence (groin) will miss the game, coach Jack Del Rio said Friday. Week 5 injury...
Saints' top pick Ellis out two to four weeks with torn meniscus
METAIRIE, La. -- Top draft pick Sedrick Ellis will be lost to the New Orleans Saints for two to four weeks with a right knee injury. Ellis, the No. 7 overall selection in last April's draft, tore the medial meniscus in his knee during the Saints' win last Sunday against...
Ravens' Rolle undergoes neck surgery, to miss at least a month
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens starting cornerback Samari Rolle underwent neck surgery this week and will be out at least a month. Samari Rolle, CB Baltimore Ravens 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 3 Pass def.: 2 Interceptions: 1 Rolle suffered...
Ravens' Rolle undergoes neck surgery, to miss at least a month
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens starting cornerback Samari Rolle underwent neck surgery this week and will be out at least a month. Samari Rolle, CB Baltimore Ravens 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 3 Pass def.: 2 Interceptions: 1 Rolle suffered...
Redskins hope Springs will play against Eagles
ASHBURN, Va. -- Shawn Springs, Jason Taylor and Stephon Heyer all sat out practice again for the Washington Redskins on Friday, although coach Jim Zorn held out hope Springs would be able to play Sunday against the Eagles. Defensive duo out? Shawn Springs and Jason Taylor are two...
Toomer, Seattle wideouts will be hot names on the waiver wire
Here's 10 fantasy players to target off the waiver wire heading into Week 5. Steve Breaston, WR, Arizona: Breaston posted a team-high nine catches for 122 yards in a 56-35 loss to the New York Jets. If Anquan Boldin is forced to miss any time after his helmet-to-helmet...
Michael Fabiano
Packers expect game-time decision on Rodgers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Whether Green Bay Packers starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field will be a game-time decision. "Honestly," Rodgers said Friday, "I don't know." Rodgers, who dislocated his...
Packers will make game-time decision on Rodgers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Whether Green Bay Packers starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field will be a game-time decision. "Honestly," Rodgers said Friday, "I don't know." Rodgers, who dislocated his...
Panthers DE Peppers fined $10K for helmet-to-helmet hit on Ryan
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The NFL has fined Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers $10,000 for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. The roughing-the-passer penalty wiped out Richard Marshall's interception return for a touchdown early in the...
Vikings LB Henderson doubtful after missing second practice
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson has been listed as doubtful for the game Monday night at New Orleans with two dislocated toes on his left foot. Week 5 injury report Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is listed as doubtful vs. the Saints,...
Giants K Tynes eager to play after first full week of practice
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Two days after saying his surgically repaired left knee was swelling following almost every practice, Lawrence Tynes now believes he is ready to kick for the New York Giants. "I am feeling good. We'll see," Tynes said Friday after finishing...
Bills' McGee doubtful; Stroud questionable for matchup with Cards
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills starting cornerback Terrence McGee probably won't play this Sunday when undefeated Buffalo travels to Arizona to take on the Cardinals. Week 5 injury report Starting CB Terrence McGee is doubtful for the Bills' matchup with the Cards, but...
Return of Chargers' Cooper among the key factors for IDP leagues
Several key injuries and position battles shook up the IDP landscape last week. Here's what you need to know: 1. Green Bay defensive tackle Cullen Jenkins (pectoral) has been placed on IR. He was off to a good start with 2.5 sacks in four games and was a prominent sack threat at...
Ted Rossman
Seahawks' Branch, Engram to make debuts vs. Giants
RENTON, Wash. -- Deion Branch will start for the Seahawks on Sunday against the New York Giants, eight months after the veteran receiver had reconstructive knee surgery. Week 5 injury report While the Seahawks get back receivers Deion Branch and Bobby Engram, there are several...
Eagles' Westbrook practices, listed as questionable vs. Redskins
PHILADELPHIA -- Brian Westbrook was a full participant in practice for the first time in two weeks on Friday and appears likely to play Sunday when the Eagles host the Washington Redskins. "He was able to get through everything," Eagles coach Andy Reid said. "It looked...
Missing Rings featuring 1988 Bengals debuts Oct. 9
Sam Wyche, Boomer Esiason and Tim Krumrie recount their story narrated by Golden Globe-Winner Jeffrey Wright A farm boy from Wisconsin, an offensive mastermind and one of the best play-action quarterbacks ever, made the 1988 Cincinnati Bengals AFC Champions, but not...
Springsteen to headline Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII halftime show
Lefteris Pitarakis / Associated Press Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band join an elite list of acts that have performed the Super Bowl halftime show. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform in the Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show,...
Commissioner Goodell to attend Texans' home opener
HOUSTON -- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will be in attendance at the Houston Texans home opener against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. It will be Commissioner Goodell's first visit to a Texans game since he became commissioner prior to the 2006 season. The Texans vs. Colts game...
Barber should bounce back in Week 5; TE Davis losing value fast
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Marion Barber has rushed for 311 yards and four touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis Dallas Cowboys Marion Barber Running back Barber saw a mere eight carries last week in a loss to Washington....
Michael Fabiano
Redskins seek second straight NFC East road win at Philadelphia
Maybe the only NFC East team not widely expected to be a contender for the division title was the Washington Redskins. A second straight road win over one of the teams picked to finish ahead of them would all but prove that belief to be false. In a few weeks, the Redskins have...
Surprising Bills seek to extend streak against host Cardinals
It's been four years since the Buffalo Bills last had a winning season, and even longer since they reached the playoffs. History says a victory on Sunday over the Arizona Cardinals all but guarantees those streaks will end. Off to their best start in 16 years, the surprising...
Seahawks get WRs back in time to face Burress-less Giants
The Seattle Seahawks have been waiting all season to get their top receivers back on the field. This week, meanwhile, the New York Giants want their No. 1 target to stay away. With Plaxico Burress set to serve a one-game suspension, the Giants look to remain undefeated Sunday when...
With Colts coming to town, Texans still searching for first win
A shaky start through the first few weeks of the season has the Indianapolis Colts in an unfamiliar position in the AFC South. Another disappointing beginning for the Houston Texans has again relegated them to the division's cellar. The Colts will try to turn things around and...
Rested Dolphins set to do battle with surging Chargers
As far as running backs go, San Diego Chargers star LaDainian Tomlinson has been one of the best passers since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. But the Miami Dolphins have proven that Ronnie Brown gives them some options from the backfield as well. With Tomlinson appearing healthier,...
Belichick denies tampering accusation
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Patriots coach Bill Belichick denied Wednesday the claim by Raiders owner Al Davis that New England had a workout with Randy Moss before obtaining him in a trade with Oakland. Davis said Tuesday that the Patriots had tampered with Moss before the deal in April...
After bye week, Patriots look to rebound against 49ers
The New England Patriots went nearly two years between regular season losses. They've had two weeks to think about their last one. Looking to bounce back from a humbling defeat after their bye week, the Patriots visit the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. After losing 21-0...
Winless Lions come off bye week with new outlook vs. Bears
After two disappointing losses, the Chicago Bears may have turned around their season last week with a thrilling defensive stand in a surprising win. The Detroit Lions, meanwhile, hope a major shake-up in the front office can get their season on track. The Bears look to build...
Injury-riddled Steelers look to avenge string of losses to Jaguars
With an injury report that seems to be growing each week, the Pittsburgh Steelers' physical style of football appears to be catching up to them. They've had a tough enough time catching up to
Back from four-game suspension, WR Henry returns to practice
CINCINNATI -- Receiver Chris Henry rejoined the Cincinnati Bengals in practice on Wednesday, an uncomfortable reminder that the owner and the head coach are not on the same page on major decisions. Both were watching. Owner Mike Brown crossed a downtown street to the...
Engram returns from broken shoulder, still unhappy over deal
RENTON, Wash. -- He's been waiting for eight weeks on the injured list. But Bobby Engram is still unhappy over the Seahawks refusing to re-negotiate his contract that is in its final year. Just ask the 35-year-old, who set a team record last season with 94 catches, if...
Bengals QB Palmer has limited practice
CINCINNATI -- Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer handed off during practice Wednesday but didn't participate in plays that called for a pass, part of the plan to help his sore elbow heal. Palmer sat out a 20-12 loss to Cleveland on Sunday with a sore elbow, hurt a week...
Cable holds first practice with Raiders
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- Early in Tom Cable's first practice as Oakland Raiders interim head coach, the special teams players gathered at midfield in a huddle before they realized someone was missing. Cable was standing in the end zone when he heard one of his players call out for...
Rams' Long learning hard lessons in rookie season
Jeff Roberson / Associated Press Despite turmoil in the locker room, Chris??Long's focus has remained on the football field. ST. LOUIS -- Chris Long found himself in an awkward situation earlier this week. The coach who had a say in making him the...
Steve Wyche
Big 12, area football ready for close-up Kansas City Star, MO - College football is on the clock. From the brunch kickoff times of two Big 12 games, including 16th-ranked Kansas at Iowa State, through Kansas State’s ...
Ute football: How big will win over OSU become? Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska Oregon State was the talk on national radio, a constant highlight presence on ESPN and the subject of numerous newspaper stories after it ...
Prep football: Tigers pick up steam late in win Salt Lake Tribune, United States - This showdown had some of the hardest-hitting high school football going on in the state. Tied 14-14 at the half, Snow Canyon felt it had a chance against a ...
Prep football: Syracuse upends No. 5 Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Cody Brunner SYRACUSE - It probably wasn't the prettiest win of Syracuse head coach Russ Jones' career, but it's a win nonetheless. ...
Football: Kasdorf is new big man on campus at Notre Dame Los Angeles Times, CA - The 6-foot-2 junior quarterback used his big-time arm Friday night to guide Notre Dame to a 52-28 victory over Saugus, and perhaps more importantly, ...
The NCAA Football Workout: October 4th SportingNews.com - Kirk Herbstreit laughs maniacally, both because of Corso’s gaffe and because he’s paid a ridiculous amount of money to talk about college football for a ...
Vanderbilt eager to make some football history SportingNews.com - NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A sold-out stadium with two ranked teams playing a big SEC game. Can this really be Vanderbilt? No. 19 Vanderbilt tries to go 5-0 for ...
Oklahoma Sooners vs. Baylor Bears Preview, October 4 2008 - NCAA ... ESPN - "What we are going to do is play hard for 60 minutes, play well for 60 minutes and win a football game in 60 minutes. Their rankings and all of that is ...
BYU football: Cougars don't bring 'A' game in win against USU Salt Lake Tribune, United States - "I think anytime you win a football game, it's satisfying," said BYU coach Bronco Mendenhall. "It's certainly satisfying for another win on the road and to ...
More Week Six College Football Picks and Some Games Mitch Isn't ... Bleacher Report, CA - What a week we have already had in college football, and we still have two more days of games to go. At this point, you think maybe I would learn my lesson ...
Stanford vs Notre Dame College Football Predictions Sports-Odds.com, FL - Stanford vs Notre Dame College Football Predictions: The Cardinals (3-2) on a two game winning streak coming into this game with wins over San Jose State ...
Missouri vs Nebraska College Football Picks Sports-Odds.com, FL - Missouri vs Nebraska College Football Picks Week 6: The Tigers are (4-0) now and ranked #3 in the AP poll because of all the upset losses last week. ...
Ohio State vs Wisconsin College Football Odds Sports-Odds.com, FL - Ohio State vs Wisconsin College Football Odds Week 6: The Buckeyes (4-1) now ranked 14# in the AP Poll after a win last week over Minnesota 34-21 at home. ...
Illinois vs Michigan College Football Picks Sports-Odds.com, FL - Illinois vs Michigan College Football Picks: The Fighting Illini (2-2) got their first big road test of the season last week losing on the road to Penn ...
Pigskin and politics: Voter registration held at football game Janesville Gazette, WI - JANESVILLE — Janesville Clerk Treasurer Jean Wulf spent her Friday night at the Craig-Parker football game. But it wasn’t the battle between the green and ...
College Football Pick'em: The 10 Best Games of Week 6 Bleacher Report, CA - Welcome to another rendition of College Football Pick’em. Hopefully, this week will be better than the last, where I was 5-5 for the second time this season ...
North Shore football goes for record 73rd straight win tonight Houston Chronicle, United States - By SAM KHAN JR. Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle North Shore tries to tie the state record for consecutive regular season wins when they play Lufkin. ...
Ohio high school football player dies of aneurysm The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - AP CLEVELAND (AP) — A high school football team took to the field just hours after a sophomore player died of an aneurysm. Darren Perez, a backup receiver ...
It's time to make sense of topsy-turvy ACC football Greensboro News Record, NC - In their three games against foes in college football's top division (FBS), the Eagles have blanked Kent State, lost 19-16 to Georgia Tech and demoted ...
San Francisco 49ers vs. New England Patriots Football Picks & Odds BetFirms, IA - This could be a problem this weekend, Oct 3, 2008 as they Patriots seem to want to run the football more now that Brady is out, so if the 49ers continue to struggle to ...
Two other former Raiders coaches face off in Denver
Getty Images Jon Gruden and Mike Shanahan square off Sunday in Denver. Before we get into five key on-field matchups that are worth watching this week, here is the most interesting -- as well as ironic -- coaching matchup of Week 5. While the NFL is still...
Gil Brandt
Rotowire: Give Hasselbeck the green light as WRs return
Bye: Cleveland, Oakland, St. Louis, N.Y. Jets Bears at Lions Green Light: Matt Forte could be in for a big game this week, as the Lions allow more than 200 yard rushing per game. Brandon Lloyd has developed into the go-to receiver. Greg Olsen's value has risen with...
Cory Bertram
Favre, Johnson named FedEx Air & Ground Players of the Week
Quarterback Brett Favre of the New York Jets and running back Larry Johnson of the Kansas City Chiefs are the FedEx Air & Ground NFL Players of the Week for games played on Sept. 28-29. Favre completed 24 of 34 passes for 289 yards and a career-high six touchdowns in ...
Horton named Week 4 Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Safety Chris Horton of the Washington Redskins is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Sept. 28-29. Horton had an interception, which led to a fourth-quarter field goal, three tackles...
A look at what's ahead in Week 5
1 p.m. ET, CBS San Diego at Miami Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Dolphins, 11-10, in a series that includes one of the most memorable playoff games in NFL history. Streaks: The Dolphins have won the past six meetings, with the most recent coming in 2005, when ...
Teams coming back from the bye highlight Week 5 storylines
10 hot topics for Week 5 So far, Week 5 of the NFL season has looked and felt more like the week after the end of the regular season. We have witnessed two head coaches being fired (in St. Louis and Oakland) and an owner hanging out his dirty laundry like no other owner has...
Pat Kirwan
Jaguars' Nelson, Florence ruled out against Steelers
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- The Jacksonville Jaguars will be without half their starting secondary against Pittsburgh on Sunday night. Safety Reggie Nelson (knee) and cornerback Drayton Florence (groin) will miss the game, coach Jack Del Rio said Friday. Week 5 injury...
Saints' top pick Ellis out two to four weeks with torn meniscus
METAIRIE, La. -- Top draft pick Sedrick Ellis will be lost to the New Orleans Saints for two to four weeks with a right knee injury. Ellis, the No. 7 overall selection in last April's draft, tore the medial meniscus in his knee during the Saints' win last Sunday against...
Ravens' Rolle undergoes neck surgery, to miss at least a month
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens starting cornerback Samari Rolle underwent neck surgery this week and will be out at least a month. Samari Rolle, CB Baltimore Ravens 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 3 Pass def.: 2 Interceptions: 1 Rolle suffered...
Ravens' Rolle undergoes neck surgery, to miss at least a month
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Baltimore Ravens starting cornerback Samari Rolle underwent neck surgery this week and will be out at least a month. Samari Rolle, CB Baltimore Ravens 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 3 Pass def.: 2 Interceptions: 1 Rolle suffered...
Redskins hope Springs will play against Eagles
ASHBURN, Va. -- Shawn Springs, Jason Taylor and Stephon Heyer all sat out practice again for the Washington Redskins on Friday, although coach Jim Zorn held out hope Springs would be able to play Sunday against the Eagles. Defensive duo out? Shawn Springs and Jason Taylor are two...
Toomer, Seattle wideouts will be hot names on the waiver wire
Here's 10 fantasy players to target off the waiver wire heading into Week 5. Steve Breaston, WR, Arizona: Breaston posted a team-high nine catches for 122 yards in a 56-35 loss to the New York Jets. If Anquan Boldin is forced to miss any time after his helmet-to-helmet...
Michael Fabiano
Packers expect game-time decision on Rodgers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Whether Green Bay Packers starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field will be a game-time decision. "Honestly," Rodgers said Friday, "I don't know." Rodgers, who dislocated his...
Packers will make game-time decision on Rodgers
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Whether Green Bay Packers starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field will be a game-time decision. "Honestly," Rodgers said Friday, "I don't know." Rodgers, who dislocated his...
Panthers DE Peppers fined $10K for helmet-to-helmet hit on Ryan
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The NFL has fined Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers $10,000 for a helmet-to-helmet hit on Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. The roughing-the-passer penalty wiped out Richard Marshall's interception return for a touchdown early in the...
Vikings LB Henderson doubtful after missing second practice
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson has been listed as doubtful for the game Monday night at New Orleans with two dislocated toes on his left foot. Week 5 injury report Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson is listed as doubtful vs. the Saints,...
Giants K Tynes eager to play after first full week of practice
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Two days after saying his surgically repaired left knee was swelling following almost every practice, Lawrence Tynes now believes he is ready to kick for the New York Giants. "I am feeling good. We'll see," Tynes said Friday after finishing...
Bills' McGee doubtful; Stroud questionable for matchup with Cards
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills starting cornerback Terrence McGee probably won't play this Sunday when undefeated Buffalo travels to Arizona to take on the Cardinals. Week 5 injury report Starting CB Terrence McGee is doubtful for the Bills' matchup with the Cards, but...
Return of Chargers' Cooper among the key factors for IDP leagues
Several key injuries and position battles shook up the IDP landscape last week. Here's what you need to know: 1. Green Bay defensive tackle Cullen Jenkins (pectoral) has been placed on IR. He was off to a good start with 2.5 sacks in four games and was a prominent sack threat at...
Ted Rossman
Seahawks' Branch, Engram to make debuts vs. Giants
RENTON, Wash. -- Deion Branch will start for the Seahawks on Sunday against the New York Giants, eight months after the veteran receiver had reconstructive knee surgery. Week 5 injury report While the Seahawks get back receivers Deion Branch and Bobby Engram, there are several...
Eagles' Westbrook practices, listed as questionable vs. Redskins
PHILADELPHIA -- Brian Westbrook was a full participant in practice for the first time in two weeks on Friday and appears likely to play Sunday when the Eagles host the Washington Redskins. "He was able to get through everything," Eagles coach Andy Reid said. "It looked...
Missing Rings featuring 1988 Bengals debuts Oct. 9
Sam Wyche, Boomer Esiason and Tim Krumrie recount their story narrated by Golden Globe-Winner Jeffrey Wright A farm boy from Wisconsin, an offensive mastermind and one of the best play-action quarterbacks ever, made the 1988 Cincinnati Bengals AFC Champions, but not...
Springsteen to headline Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII halftime show
Lefteris Pitarakis / Associated Press Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band join an elite list of acts that have performed the Super Bowl halftime show. Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform in the Bridgestone Super Bowl XLIII Halftime Show,...
Commissioner Goodell to attend Texans' home opener
HOUSTON -- NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will be in attendance at the Houston Texans home opener against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. It will be Commissioner Goodell's first visit to a Texans game since he became commissioner prior to the 2006 season. The Texans vs. Colts game...
Barber should bounce back in Week 5; TE Davis losing value fast
Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images Marion Barber has rushed for 311 yards and four touchdowns this season. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis Dallas Cowboys Marion Barber Running back Barber saw a mere eight carries last week in a loss to Washington....
Michael Fabiano
Redskins seek second straight NFC East road win at Philadelphia
Maybe the only NFC East team not widely expected to be a contender for the division title was the Washington Redskins. A second straight road win over one of the teams picked to finish ahead of them would all but prove that belief to be false. In a few weeks, the Redskins have...
Surprising Bills seek to extend streak against host Cardinals
It's been four years since the Buffalo Bills last had a winning season, and even longer since they reached the playoffs. History says a victory on Sunday over the Arizona Cardinals all but guarantees those streaks will end. Off to their best start in 16 years, the surprising...
Seahawks get WRs back in time to face Burress-less Giants
The Seattle Seahawks have been waiting all season to get their top receivers back on the field. This week, meanwhile, the New York Giants want their No. 1 target to stay away. With Plaxico Burress set to serve a one-game suspension, the Giants look to remain undefeated Sunday when...
With Colts coming to town, Texans still searching for first win
A shaky start through the first few weeks of the season has the Indianapolis Colts in an unfamiliar position in the AFC South. Another disappointing beginning for the Houston Texans has again relegated them to the division's cellar. The Colts will try to turn things around and...
Rested Dolphins set to do battle with surging Chargers
As far as running backs go, San Diego Chargers star LaDainian Tomlinson has been one of the best passers since the AFL-NFL merger in 1970. But the Miami Dolphins have proven that Ronnie Brown gives them some options from the backfield as well. With Tomlinson appearing healthier,...
Belichick denies tampering accusation
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Patriots coach Bill Belichick denied Wednesday the claim by Raiders owner Al Davis that New England had a workout with Randy Moss before obtaining him in a trade with Oakland. Davis said Tuesday that the Patriots had tampered with Moss before the deal in April...
After bye week, Patriots look to rebound against 49ers
The New England Patriots went nearly two years between regular season losses. They've had two weeks to think about their last one. Looking to bounce back from a humbling defeat after their bye week, the Patriots visit the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. After losing 21-0...
Winless Lions come off bye week with new outlook vs. Bears
After two disappointing losses, the Chicago Bears may have turned around their season last week with a thrilling defensive stand in a surprising win. The Detroit Lions, meanwhile, hope a major shake-up in the front office can get their season on track. The Bears look to build...
Injury-riddled Steelers look to avenge string of losses to Jaguars
With an injury report that seems to be growing each week, the Pittsburgh Steelers' physical style of football appears to be catching up to them. They've had a tough enough time catching up to
Back from four-game suspension, WR Henry returns to practice
CINCINNATI -- Receiver Chris Henry rejoined the Cincinnati Bengals in practice on Wednesday, an uncomfortable reminder that the owner and the head coach are not on the same page on major decisions. Both were watching. Owner Mike Brown crossed a downtown street to the...
Engram returns from broken shoulder, still unhappy over deal
RENTON, Wash. -- He's been waiting for eight weeks on the injured list. But Bobby Engram is still unhappy over the Seahawks refusing to re-negotiate his contract that is in its final year. Just ask the 35-year-old, who set a team record last season with 94 catches, if...
Bengals QB Palmer has limited practice
CINCINNATI -- Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer handed off during practice Wednesday but didn't participate in plays that called for a pass, part of the plan to help his sore elbow heal. Palmer sat out a 20-12 loss to Cleveland on Sunday with a sore elbow, hurt a week...
Cable holds first practice with Raiders
ALAMEDA, Calif. -- Early in Tom Cable's first practice as Oakland Raiders interim head coach, the special teams players gathered at midfield in a huddle before they realized someone was missing. Cable was standing in the end zone when he heard one of his players call out for...
Rams' Long learning hard lessons in rookie season
Jeff Roberson / Associated Press Despite turmoil in the locker room, Chris??Long's focus has remained on the football field. ST. LOUIS -- Chris Long found himself in an awkward situation earlier this week. The coach who had a say in making him the...
Steve Wyche
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