Monday, October 12, 2009
News for 10/12/09
USM football player dies in Tennessee
Hattiesburg American -University of Southern Mississippi football player Peter Wilkes, 18, died Saturday at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn. ...
BYU football: Mendenhall says no changes due after belated DUI discovery
Salt Lake Tribune - Jay Drew - Provo » BYU football coach Bronco Mendenhall said Monday that the belated dismissal last week of a player who had been arrested in August on ...
Rewinding the highs and lows from the college football weekend
USA Today - It was another exciting weekend of action in college football with thrilling finishes and unlikely upsets. Here's a look at the highs and lows from the ...
Bags Banned From All UM Home Football Games
WWJ - Southfield (WWJ) -- University of Michigan football fans who plan to visit Ann Arbor's "Big House" for a game this season should leave their bags at home. ...
Assistant coach leaves UNM football program
KOB.com - A UNM assistant football coach who says head coach Mike Locksley punched him is no longer with the team. University officials have confirmed wide receivers ...
At 6-8, football novice gives SMU Mustangs a kick-blocking threat
Dallas Morning News - Kate Hairopoulos -But the 22-year-old newcomer to football has figured out how to make an impact, as colossal as he is. Hunt, an international-level shot put and discus ...
Weekly Big East Football Power Rankings
The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - Brendan Prunty - Frank Victores/US PresswireQuarterback Tony Pike and his 5-0 Cincinnati Bearcats have a big challenge upcoming Thursday: ...
Week 5 football recap of later games
Newsday - Adam Ronis - The Texans have a lot of talent on offense, but the way they employ it sometimes is mind boggling. The Texans had the ball second-and-goal at the 1 in the ...
Iowa football: Close calls during winning streak define Hawkeyes
DesMoinesRegister.com - Andrew Logue - Before answering, listen to what linebacker Jeremiha Hunter says about the Iowa football team's 6-0 ...
South Carolina vs Alabama College Football Point Spreads Week 7
Sportsbook Promotions - Live Point Spreads - The Tide covered the 4.5-point spread, while the final score played UNDER the day's posted total of 45. Check the site for updated College Football ...
College Football News: Oklahoma Sooners Receiver
TransWorldNews (press release) - The Oklahoma Sooners may be heading into next week's Red River Rivalry showdown against the Texas Longhorns with an added weapon as Ryan Broyles hasn't been ...
Big games this week in Pa. football
Philadelphia Inquirer - Rick O'Brien - By Rick O'Brien Looking for some football fodder to kick around regarding this weekend's schedule? Look no more. Here are six questions and answers ...
FSU Football Suffers Another Loss
WCTV - The pain continues for Florida State football. On a night where Bobby Bowden told his team it's not about me, it's about us, the Seminoles failed to win ...
Colts vs. Titans Score - Week 5 Sunday Night Football (Video)
Gather.com - Titans score from last night's Sunday night football game was what you would expect when an undefeated team plays a winless team. ...
Afternoon Roundup: Rush Limbaugh Football Backlash; Lauren Graham to ...
Wall Street Journal (blog) - Al Sharpton wrote to the National Football League today to protest Rush Limbaugh's plan to make a bid to buy the St. Louis Rams with a partner. ...
It's time to sideline players with head injuries
Boston Globe - Derrick Z. Jackson - IN A perfect world of public health, millions of parents would blitz football fields with the Hall of Fame fury of Ray Nitschke and ...
Football: The Bearcats could save the Big East, but they have to go through Pitt
University of Pittsburgh The Pitt News - Jay Huerbin - Oh, and gain the Big East some legitimacy on the collegiate football field. The Panthers, who were struggling in coach Dave Wannstedt's second year, ...
Starting quarterback McNabb returns to Eagles' lineup
PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb returned to the starting lineup for the Philadelphia Eagles against Tampa Bay on Sunday after missing two games with a broken rib. Backup Kevin Kolb and Michael Vick both were active for the game, meaning Vick can be used in any role at any time.
Lions' Culpepper starts vs. Steelers; Stafford listed as third QB
DETROIT -- The Lions listed Matthew Stafford as their third quarterback against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of a right knee injury. Detroit started Daunte Culpepper in his place Sunday against the defending champions. Stafford, the No. 1 pick in the draft, said...
Lions' Culpepper starts vs. Steelers; Stafford listed as third QB
DETROIT -- The Lions listed Matthew Stafford as their third quarterback against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of a right knee injury. Detroit started Daunte Culpepper in his place Sunday against the defending champions. Stafford, the No. 1 pick in the draft, said...
Ravens OT Gaither inactive for game against Bengals
BALTIMORE -- Ravens offensive tackle Jared Gaither was inactive for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, one week after he was carted off the field with a neck injury. Gaither was hurt against the New England Patriots. The 340-pound left tackle was transported...
Browns' Lewis back after missing two games with hamstring injury
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis was active against Buffalo on Sunday after missing the past two games because of a hamstring injury. Lewis is the Browns' second-leading rusher with 95 yards on 25 carries. Leading tackler D'Qwell...
Muñoz continues to pave the way for others
Note: The following interview originally appeared on USAFootball.com. To honor Hispanic Heritage Month, USA Football recently spoke with Anthony Mu??oz, who is of Mexican descent, to discuss football and its bond to the Hispanic community. Considered one of the best...
Mourning Zimmer expected to coach Bengals' defense vs. Ravens
CINCINNATI -- Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer is expected to coach in Sunday's game at Baltimore, three days after the unexpected death of his wife. The team said Saturday that Zimmer will be accompanied by his father, his son and one of his daughters.
Browns LB Jackson, K Dawson doubtful to play vs. Bills
BEREA, Ohio -- Cleveland Browns linebacker D'Qwell Jackson and kicker Phil Dawson missed practice Friday and are doubtful for this weekend's game against the Buffalo??Bills. Jackson, the team's leading tackler this season, has a hamstring injury that he...
Harrison, Garcon headline fantasy's top sleeper picks for Week 5
Looking for a sleeper or two to fill out your fantasy starting lineup this week? These 10 players could help you take home a win. For more lineup help, be sure to check out Start 'Em & Sit 'Em and our weekly player rankings. Team Player ...
Punter Pakulak added to Redskins' roster for game vs. Panthers
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins signed punter Glenn Pakulak to their 53-man roster for Sunday's game against the Carolina??Panthers. Pakulak was promoted from the practice squad Saturday and will handle the punting and holding duties in place of Hunter Smith...
Seahawks add depth to O-line, sign Williams from practice squad
RENTON, Wash. -- The Seattle Seahawks signed offensive tackle Kyle Williams from the practice squad for the second consecutive week, adding depth to a depleted position for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville??Jaguars. The Seahawks released rookie defensive...
Colts safety Sanders travels to Tennessee, might play Sunday
INDIANAPOLIS -- Colts safety Bob Sanders traveled with the team to Tennessee and could play in Sunday night's game against the Titans. Sanders has been listed as doubtful this week. He hasn't played in a game all season and didn't practice until Wednesday.
Cowboys won't have injured WR Williams, RB Jones vs. Chiefs
Wide receiver Roy Williams and running back Felix Jones didn't travel with the Dallas Cowboys this weekend, the team's Web site reported, meaning they won't play in Sunday's game against the Kansas??City??Chiefs. Williams (ribs) and Jones (knee)...
Jets WR Cotchery might be grounded by injured hamstring
The New York Jets might have to wait a little longer to unveil their new 1-2 receiving punch. Jerricho Cotchery missed his second consecutive practice Saturday because of a hamstring injury and is listed as questionable to play in Monday night's game against...
Manning looks good in practice, but Giants being cautious with QB
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning returned to practice Friday and showed no ill effects of the injured right heel that kept him out the previous two days. Yet the team is still being cautious about his status for Sunday's game against...
McNabb returns, but look for Vick to contribute more for Eagles
10 hot topics for Week 5 Week 5 is the first week in which teams are coming off a bye. Last year, teams went 18-14 after their bye, so I am anxious to see how the first four teams returning -- Arizona, Atlanta, Carolina and Philadelphia -- do this week. For years,...
BET series to chronicle rise and fall of Eagles QB Vick
NEW YORK -- Michael Vick will be giving the public an inside look at his life during an eight-part television series scheduled to debut on BET next year. Tentatively titled "The Michael Vick Project," the cable show will follow the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback as he tries...
Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month planned for Dolphins-Jets
NFL and ESPN celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Monday Night Football Festivities include tailgate performance by Latin Grammy award-winning Jesse & Joy, national anthem by Marc Anthony and a special "Celebration of the Americas" Halftime Show with participation by Gloria...
Broncos' Moreno voted Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com have made their choice. Running back Knowshon Moreno of the Denver Broncos is the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Oct. 4-5, the NFL announced Friday. Moreno led the Broncos with 14 carries for 65 yards and added two receptions for 11...
Redskins add Pakulak to roster to sub for injured punter Smith
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins will have a new punter Sunday. Coach Jim Zorn said Friday that Glenn Pakulak will be added to the active roster and take over Hunter Smith's duties as punter and holder for the game at Carolina. Smith pulled his groin...
Hattiesburg American -University of Southern Mississippi football player Peter Wilkes, 18, died Saturday at the Regional Medical Center in Memphis, Tenn. ...
BYU football: Mendenhall says no changes due after belated DUI discovery
Salt Lake Tribune - Jay Drew - Provo » BYU football coach Bronco Mendenhall said Monday that the belated dismissal last week of a player who had been arrested in August on ...
Rewinding the highs and lows from the college football weekend
USA Today - It was another exciting weekend of action in college football with thrilling finishes and unlikely upsets. Here's a look at the highs and lows from the ...
Bags Banned From All UM Home Football Games
WWJ - Southfield (WWJ) -- University of Michigan football fans who plan to visit Ann Arbor's "Big House" for a game this season should leave their bags at home. ...
Assistant coach leaves UNM football program
KOB.com - A UNM assistant football coach who says head coach Mike Locksley punched him is no longer with the team. University officials have confirmed wide receivers ...
At 6-8, football novice gives SMU Mustangs a kick-blocking threat
Dallas Morning News - Kate Hairopoulos -But the 22-year-old newcomer to football has figured out how to make an impact, as colossal as he is. Hunt, an international-level shot put and discus ...
Weekly Big East Football Power Rankings
The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - Brendan Prunty - Frank Victores/US PresswireQuarterback Tony Pike and his 5-0 Cincinnati Bearcats have a big challenge upcoming Thursday: ...
Week 5 football recap of later games
Newsday - Adam Ronis - The Texans have a lot of talent on offense, but the way they employ it sometimes is mind boggling. The Texans had the ball second-and-goal at the 1 in the ...
Iowa football: Close calls during winning streak define Hawkeyes
DesMoinesRegister.com - Andrew Logue - Before answering, listen to what linebacker Jeremiha Hunter says about the Iowa football team's 6-0 ...
South Carolina vs Alabama College Football Point Spreads Week 7
Sportsbook Promotions - Live Point Spreads - The Tide covered the 4.5-point spread, while the final score played UNDER the day's posted total of 45. Check the site for updated College Football ...
College Football News: Oklahoma Sooners Receiver
TransWorldNews (press release) - The Oklahoma Sooners may be heading into next week's Red River Rivalry showdown against the Texas Longhorns with an added weapon as Ryan Broyles hasn't been ...
Big games this week in Pa. football
Philadelphia Inquirer - Rick O'Brien - By Rick O'Brien Looking for some football fodder to kick around regarding this weekend's schedule? Look no more. Here are six questions and answers ...
FSU Football Suffers Another Loss
WCTV - The pain continues for Florida State football. On a night where Bobby Bowden told his team it's not about me, it's about us, the Seminoles failed to win ...
Colts vs. Titans Score - Week 5 Sunday Night Football (Video)
Gather.com - Titans score from last night's Sunday night football game was what you would expect when an undefeated team plays a winless team. ...
Afternoon Roundup: Rush Limbaugh Football Backlash; Lauren Graham to ...
Wall Street Journal (blog) - Al Sharpton wrote to the National Football League today to protest Rush Limbaugh's plan to make a bid to buy the St. Louis Rams with a partner. ...
It's time to sideline players with head injuries
Boston Globe - Derrick Z. Jackson - IN A perfect world of public health, millions of parents would blitz football fields with the Hall of Fame fury of Ray Nitschke and ...
Football: The Bearcats could save the Big East, but they have to go through Pitt
University of Pittsburgh The Pitt News - Jay Huerbin - Oh, and gain the Big East some legitimacy on the collegiate football field. The Panthers, who were struggling in coach Dave Wannstedt's second year, ...
Starting quarterback McNabb returns to Eagles' lineup
PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb returned to the starting lineup for the Philadelphia Eagles against Tampa Bay on Sunday after missing two games with a broken rib. Backup Kevin Kolb and Michael Vick both were active for the game, meaning Vick can be used in any role at any time.
Lions' Culpepper starts vs. Steelers; Stafford listed as third QB
DETROIT -- The Lions listed Matthew Stafford as their third quarterback against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of a right knee injury. Detroit started Daunte Culpepper in his place Sunday against the defending champions. Stafford, the No. 1 pick in the draft, said...
Lions' Culpepper starts vs. Steelers; Stafford listed as third QB
DETROIT -- The Lions listed Matthew Stafford as their third quarterback against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of a right knee injury. Detroit started Daunte Culpepper in his place Sunday against the defending champions. Stafford, the No. 1 pick in the draft, said...
Ravens OT Gaither inactive for game against Bengals
BALTIMORE -- Ravens offensive tackle Jared Gaither was inactive for Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals, one week after he was carted off the field with a neck injury. Gaither was hurt against the New England Patriots. The 340-pound left tackle was transported...
Browns' Lewis back after missing two games with hamstring injury
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis was active against Buffalo on Sunday after missing the past two games because of a hamstring injury. Lewis is the Browns' second-leading rusher with 95 yards on 25 carries. Leading tackler D'Qwell...
Muñoz continues to pave the way for others
Note: The following interview originally appeared on USAFootball.com. To honor Hispanic Heritage Month, USA Football recently spoke with Anthony Mu??oz, who is of Mexican descent, to discuss football and its bond to the Hispanic community. Considered one of the best...
Mourning Zimmer expected to coach Bengals' defense vs. Ravens
CINCINNATI -- Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer is expected to coach in Sunday's game at Baltimore, three days after the unexpected death of his wife. The team said Saturday that Zimmer will be accompanied by his father, his son and one of his daughters.
Browns LB Jackson, K Dawson doubtful to play vs. Bills
BEREA, Ohio -- Cleveland Browns linebacker D'Qwell Jackson and kicker Phil Dawson missed practice Friday and are doubtful for this weekend's game against the Buffalo??Bills. Jackson, the team's leading tackler this season, has a hamstring injury that he...
Harrison, Garcon headline fantasy's top sleeper picks for Week 5
Looking for a sleeper or two to fill out your fantasy starting lineup this week? These 10 players could help you take home a win. For more lineup help, be sure to check out Start 'Em & Sit 'Em and our weekly player rankings. Team Player ...
Punter Pakulak added to Redskins' roster for game vs. Panthers
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins signed punter Glenn Pakulak to their 53-man roster for Sunday's game against the Carolina??Panthers. Pakulak was promoted from the practice squad Saturday and will handle the punting and holding duties in place of Hunter Smith...
Seahawks add depth to O-line, sign Williams from practice squad
RENTON, Wash. -- The Seattle Seahawks signed offensive tackle Kyle Williams from the practice squad for the second consecutive week, adding depth to a depleted position for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville??Jaguars. The Seahawks released rookie defensive...
Colts safety Sanders travels to Tennessee, might play Sunday
INDIANAPOLIS -- Colts safety Bob Sanders traveled with the team to Tennessee and could play in Sunday night's game against the Titans. Sanders has been listed as doubtful this week. He hasn't played in a game all season and didn't practice until Wednesday.
Cowboys won't have injured WR Williams, RB Jones vs. Chiefs
Wide receiver Roy Williams and running back Felix Jones didn't travel with the Dallas Cowboys this weekend, the team's Web site reported, meaning they won't play in Sunday's game against the Kansas??City??Chiefs. Williams (ribs) and Jones (knee)...
Jets WR Cotchery might be grounded by injured hamstring
The New York Jets might have to wait a little longer to unveil their new 1-2 receiving punch. Jerricho Cotchery missed his second consecutive practice Saturday because of a hamstring injury and is listed as questionable to play in Monday night's game against...
Manning looks good in practice, but Giants being cautious with QB
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning returned to practice Friday and showed no ill effects of the injured right heel that kept him out the previous two days. Yet the team is still being cautious about his status for Sunday's game against...
McNabb returns, but look for Vick to contribute more for Eagles
10 hot topics for Week 5 Week 5 is the first week in which teams are coming off a bye. Last year, teams went 18-14 after their bye, so I am anxious to see how the first four teams returning -- Arizona, Atlanta, Carolina and Philadelphia -- do this week. For years,...
BET series to chronicle rise and fall of Eagles QB Vick
NEW YORK -- Michael Vick will be giving the public an inside look at his life during an eight-part television series scheduled to debut on BET next year. Tentatively titled "The Michael Vick Project," the cable show will follow the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback as he tries...
Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month planned for Dolphins-Jets
NFL and ESPN celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on Monday Night Football Festivities include tailgate performance by Latin Grammy award-winning Jesse & Joy, national anthem by Marc Anthony and a special "Celebration of the Americas" Halftime Show with participation by Gloria...
Broncos' Moreno voted Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com have made their choice. Running back Knowshon Moreno of the Denver Broncos is the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Oct. 4-5, the NFL announced Friday. Moreno led the Broncos with 14 carries for 65 yards and added two receptions for 11...
Redskins add Pakulak to roster to sub for injured punter Smith
ASHBURN, Va. -- The Washington Redskins will have a new punter Sunday. Coach Jim Zorn said Friday that Glenn Pakulak will be added to the active roster and take over Hunter Smith's duties as punter and holder for the game at Carolina. Smith pulled his groin...
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