Andersen named new football coach at Utah State Seattle Post Intelligencer - Logan, UT (Sports Network) - Utah State has named Gary Andersen its new head football coach. Andersen has been an assistant at Utah for the past five years ...
Purdy: College football no rainbow coalition San Jose Mercury News, USA - The school fired him as football coach last month. "Something could be out there for me and something could not," Willingham told reporters this week. ...
College Football AD: Auburn wanted Tuberville Seattle Times, United States - "But after three times of asking him would he change his mind, he convinced me that the best thing for him and his family and for this football program was ...
Joe Glendening named Gatorade Michigan football player of the year Detroit Free Press, United States - Joe Glendening of East Grand Rapids High has been named Gatorade Michigan football player of the year. The award recognizes athletic excellence, ...
The truth is, USC football isn't the same without Norm Chow Los Angeles Times, CA - Norm Chow once helped Pete Carroll deliver a national title to USC. Now he helps Rick Neuheisel run the show at UCLA. If Chow, now at UCLA, did not leave ...
19-year-old Rock Island football player dies Chicago Tribune, United States - AP Travis Hearn, a former Rock Island football player who was paralyzed from the neck down during a game and whose story caught the attention of ...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL: SEC winner gets title shot Newsday, NY - BY ARTHUR STAPLE arthur.staple@newsday.com It's conference championship Saturday, and two of them will determine who plays for the BCS championship a ...
Iowa's Shonn Greene wins Chicago Tribune Silver Football Chicago Tribune, United States - (AP photo / November 15, 2008) IOWA CITY - A reporter handed Shonn Greene a 2008 Big Ten football media guide and asked him to look at Page 20, which listed ...
Random ACC football thoughts Baltimore Sun, United States - --It's ironic that NC State, with its 6-6 record, is the 10th ACC team in a conference with nine bowl tie-ins. Ironic because the Wolfpack is one of the ...
If there was justice in college football, Rutgers would bask in ... The Star-Ledger - NJ.com, NJ - We put an asterisk on that word because "deserves" means absolutely nothing in college football. If anything, the most deserving teams are often the ones ...
If there was justice in college football, Rutgers would bask in ... The Star-Ledger - NJ.com, NJ - We put an asterisk on that word because "deserves" means absolutely nothing in college football. If anything, the most deserving teams are often the ones ...
Spurrier boasts about the advantages of SEC football over ACC Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - 14 hours ago“He said the SEC is by far the toughest conference in college football,” Farms said. Spurrier also told Farms that the NFL “recruits more players from the ...
Celebrate the scholar, not the football star Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - Rolle is an excellent football player. But more importantly, he is also an excellent student. The young African-American boys who look up to Rolle would be ...
Ricky enjoyed True North when life went south Buffalo News, United States - It is the city where Dolphins running back Ricky Williams spent his one and only year in the Canadian Football League. It also is the place where his love ...
2008 All-State Football Team: MVPs, 1st team to be honored Deseret News, UT - The Deseret News All-State Awards night, in conjunction with the Utah High School Football Coaches Association, is scheduled Monday at 6 pm at Jordan High ...
Who's next to coach SU football News 10 Now, NY - He said Holtz will be in New York City this weekend for the College Football Hall of Fame ceremony, and does not have any interviews scheduled, ...
Alabama, Florida meet for sixth time in SEC football championship game Press-Register - al.com, AL - By TOMMY HICKS From Legion Field to the Georgia Dome, from Steve Spurrier vs. Gene Stallings to Urban Meyer vs. Nick Saban, from Antonio Langham's ...
Politics, economics and the rise of SEC football Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - has a tasty piece on the economics, sociology and politics behind the rise of SEC football: The engine of this success is college football’s unshakable ...
College Football Bowl-A-Rama DetNews.com, MI - So maybe it seems like Ohio State has played in the Fiesta Bowl most of this century. Uh, that's because OSU pretty much has, and it just might be there ...
Football finals to stay in Canton, Massillon The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - Ohio State recruit and Licking Valley senior standout Storm Klein was named Gatorade's Ohio Football Player of the Year on Thursday. Klein, a 6-3,
Groh to return as head football coach at UVA? Culpeper Star Exponent, VA - Sources said Wednesday night that Virginia head football coach Al Groh will continue to guide the Cavaliers for the 2009 season, countering speculation ...
UCF football player OK in hospital after collapse ESPN - A University of Central Florida football player is recovering after he collapsed during training and was hospitalized. Brandon Davis, a freshman running ...
Former football star to be sentenced today WBOC TV 16, MD - ... charges tied the seizure of sports memorabilia from two dealers selling items from Simpson's days as a pro football star. by Oscar Wells Gabriel II.
Big East Football Preview: 12/4-6 BlueGoldNews.com - Four BIG EAST players have accepted invitations to play in one of college football’s best known postseason all-star events, the East-West Shrine Game. ...
Lines drawn for GW-South Charleston football faceoff Daily Mail - Charleston, WV - by Jake Stump Moms, dads and grandparents aren't the only folks getting pumped up for the Class AAA state title football game between the South Charleston ...
Patriots sign linebacker Junior Seau
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -The New England Patriots have signed 39-year-old linebacker Junior Seau to replace Adalius Thomas. Seau is a 19-year veteran and 12-time Pro Bowl player. He played 27 games for the Patriots the last two seasons but hasn't been with a team this season.
Patriots bring back veteran LB Seau to replace Thomas
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The New England Patriots signed veteran linebacker Junior Seau Friday. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed. Additionally, the Patriots placed veteran linebacker Adalius Thomas on the reserve/injured list. Thomas will miss the remainder of the 2008 season with...
Friday, December 5, 2008
Thursday, December 4, 2008
News of the Day 12/4/08
Andersen named new football coach at Utah State Seattle Post Intelligencer - Logan, UT (Sports Network) - Utah State has named Gary Andersen its new head football coach. Andersen has been an assistant at Utah for the past five years ...
Picks for your fantasy football team Newsday, NY - BY ADAM RONIS adam.ronis@newsday.com Many leagues start the fantasy football playoffs this week and that means ulcers and gray hair. ...
Live NFL football goes 3-D tonight for the first time Scientific American - Some lucky viewers will feel as if they're right on the field at tonight's football game between the Oakland Raiders and the San Diego Chargers, ...
Coughlin Tries to Get Focus Back on Football New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. “It will likely take several months,” Richard Berthelsen, the general counsel ...
Video: Super Bowl Star Suspended CBS
OU Sooners ripe for upset by Missouri in Big 12 football title game Kansas City Star, MO - By Yael T. Abouhalkah, Kansas City Star Editorial Page columnist The Oklahoma Sooners football team will roll into Kansas City for Saturday's Big 12 ...
Free College Football Pick: Alabama vs Florida SEC Championship Game OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY - As we have stated on several occasions, when you back an underdog in college football, you should be expecting that team to win the game straight up. ...
Football: Notre Dame's Kasdorf named Gatorade Player of the YearLos Angeles Times, CA - Notre Dame quarterback Ryan Kasdorf has been named the Gatorade California Football Player of Year. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound junior was one of the ...
MEET THE LONG ISLAND FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS: CLASS II Newsday, NY -"These guys weren't just great football players but excellent people," Shay said. "They all took leadership roles and took over the ownership of this ...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG CNN International - Let's face it: Nobody agrees about anything in college football, so the more debate, the merrier. I do get a tad bit alarmed, however, on the rare occasions ...
Breaking News: New Football Coach Rocket Digest, OH - By Brian Nowicki The University of Toledo will hold a 1:00pm news conference today to announce the new head football coach. Who is the new coach? ...
College Football Brian Kelly says he intends to stay at Cincinnati Seattle Times, United States - director and the head of its board of trustees to get an update on plans to expand the Bearcats' football stadium and to improve their practice fields. ...
Derrion Thomas finally shows he's got his family's football gene USA Today - "I swam because of my asthma, plus I really didn't like football," Thomas said. "It was my dad's thing. It wasn't something that I really liked. ...
Los Gatos high school football player collapses, dies at school San Jose Mercury News, USA - After three years of pumping iron, Michael Halpin finally realized a dream — to play on the Los Gatos High School varsity football team, ...
Lexington High School football coach Bill Tighe. (Globe files) Boston Globe, United States - Though the longtime Lexington High football coach maintains his practices are disciplined, his lighthearted nature and sense of humor tell another story. ...
Franklin dumps varsity football coach Indianapolis Star, United States - By Michael Pointer Franklin High School officials have relieved varsity football coach Mike McClure of his duties after the Grizzly Cubs went 15-28 during ...
Auburn Begins Search for New Football Coach MyFox Birmingham, AL - (WBRC-TV MyFoxAL.com) -- Auburn University wasted no time Thursday in beginning its search for a new head football coach as its former coach cleaned out his ...
Towson fires Gordy Combs after 17 years as head football coach Newsday, NY - By AP TOWSON, Md. (AP) _ Towson University has fired football coach Gordy Combs, ending his 39 year tenure as a linebacker, assistant and head coach at the ...
Gilbert football coach Jesse Parker resigns Arizona Republic, AZ - Wednesday night, Parker, who won 309 games – tied for most in Arizona prep football history with Tucson Amphitheater’s Vern Friedli – said that he hopes ...
Airborne banner strikes back at Texas football program Tulsa World, OK - A plane carrying a banner with a message to Texas football coach Mack Brown circled over the Austin campus around noon today, according to a report and ...
What's next for UT football? Tiger Sports Digest - I'm going to scoop the world and tell you what's going to happen in University of Tennessee football BEFORE it happens: - Lane Kiffin will hire his father, ...
WCHS looking for football coach again Sparta Expositor, TN - BY TAMMY WILHITE For the fourth time in the last 10 years, White County High School is looking for a head football coach. Josh Kerr, the head coach of the ...
Football: It's official: Weis to return Observer Online, IN - Charlie Weis will remain the head coach of the football team, athletic director Jack Swarbrick announced Wednesday. Swarbrick and Weis met in California ...
FOOTBALL: Brady, BSU talk about more bucks Ball State Daily News, IN - In the midst of Ball State University's most successful football season ever, university officials and coach Brady Hoke are negotiating to increase Hoke's ...
Report: MAC looking into coaches' behavior in Eastern/Central ... Detroit Free Press, United States - The Morning Sun in Mt. Pleasant reports the Mid-American Conference is taking a closer look at the behavior of the players and coaches before, ...
UT names Beckman head football coach Toledo Free Press, USA - UT announced Oklahoma State defensive coordinator Tim Beckman as its new head football coach Dec. 4. Beckman arrived in Stillwater, Okla. in February 2007, ...
WSU football notes: Eteuati happy to be contributing Deseret News, UT - Eteuati was arrested on outstanding felony warrants on Oct. 22, and his football playing future looked murky at best following a short stay in jail. ...
Little Cypress-Mauriceville football coach resigns following 0-8 ... Beaumont Enterprise, tx - By RYAN S. CLARK Little Cypress-Mauriceville football coach Todd Moody said this afternoon he asked to be reassigned. He is the second coach in the area and ...
Jets hope to rebound from tough home loss by beating 49ers
The New York Jets appeared to be clicking after back-to-back emotional victories gave them their longest win streak in more than four years. A letdown last week, however, has left the door wide open in the AFC East. After missing an opportunity to truly take control of...
Cowboys loading up on rest before facing Steelers
IRVING, Texas -- Going into a tough final month that will determine whether the preseason NFC favorite Dallas Cowboys even make the playoffs, coach Wade Phillips unveiled a new strategy Wednesday: rest. Phillips sent home Terrell Owens and four other 30-something starters before...
Date in Pittsburgh up next for resurgent Cowboys
With Tony Romo and Ben Roethlisberger getting healthy, the playoff hopes of the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers are looking up. All they'll see this weekend, however, are a pair of defenses intent on taking them down. Fan feedback Which team will emerge...
Dolphins, Bills take AFC East battle to Toronto
Though they're in the playoff hunt for the first time in five years, the Miami Dolphins don't have any easy road to reach the postseason. However, they may have been given one break -- not having to visit the Buffalo Bills out in the December cold of upstate New York. The...
Why San Diego has been anything but charged up this season
Donald Miralle / Getty Images A year after going to the AFC Championship, the Chargers have been left to wonder what happened to their season. If Marty Schottenheimer could return as San Diego Chargers coach for one game, this is it. Schottenheimer made a career...
Ask Vic: Not everyone forgetting about Forte
We've got mail: Question: Why is it that every sports analyst has Matt Ryan locked in for Offensive Rookie of the Year? Matt Forte is the reason Chicago is only a game behind Minnesota in the division. Compare their stats and it's not even a challenge. Forte's...
In final year of contract, Jauron's tenure uncertain with Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills coach Dick Jauron isn't showing any signs of flinching for someone who suddenly finds himself on the hot seat. With his familiar even-keel delivery, Jauron on Wednesday acknowledged the angry boos he heard from Bills fans following the team's...
Bills' Lynch limited by back spasms; Edwards a game-time decision
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Severe back spasms limited Marshawn Lynch in practice Thursday, though Bills coach Dick Jauron was confident the running back will play against Miami this weekend. From the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Each week during this season, the NFL?s...
Attorney: Pierce will cooperate with authorities, testify if asked
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Antonio Pierce didn't know New York Giants teammate Plaxico Burress was carrying a gun last weekend until it accidentally discharged, injuring the receiver in the right thigh, Pierce's attorney said Thursday. "He had no idea Plaxico had...
A look at what's ahead in Week 14
8:15 p.m. ET, NFL Network (Thurs.) Oakland at San Diego Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Raiders, 54-41-2, in this showdown of original American Football League teams. Streaks: Five years ago, the Raiders held a much more decided edge in their rivalry with...
Week 14 road win is within range for these four teams
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 14. The Eagles, Patriots, Cowboys and Redskins all appear to be in position to claim road victories. The Eagles travel to New York...
Lawsuit filed to block suspensions for five of six players
MINNEAPOLIS -- A federal judge will be asked to decide Friday whether five suspended NFL players deserve a chance to play this weekend. At issue is whether the league had a duty to notify its players and their union that a dietary supplement contained a banned ingredient. The...
Jenkins, Ross and Collins poised to be defensive difference-makers
Getty Images Kris Jenkins, Aaron Ross and Nick Collins look to make a big impact in Week 14. The old adage is that defense wins championships. A trend that has permeated into the NFL in recent years, as evidenced by the most recent Super Bowl champions. Nine of the...
Rams RB Jackson, Haslett turn attention to Cardinals
ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson expects more of a workload, and less controversy, in his second game back from a thigh injury. Steven Jackson, RB St. Louis Rams Season Statistics Carries: 149 Yards: 619 Touchdowns: 4 All...
Titans cornerbacks Finnegan, Harper might return to practice Friday
Carucci's rankings Jeff Fisher's Titans rebounded from their first loss with an impressive win over Detroit on Thanksgiving. Was that enough to make them the AFC's highest ranked team? More ... NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Titans starting cornerbacks Nick Harper...
'Coach' Pennington leads Dolphins' improbable turnaround
DAVIE, Fla. -- When Chad Pennington's scramble ended with a dive near the sideline for a touchdown, he rose to face the stands, raised both arms, leaned back and answered the crowd's roar with one of his own. It was a pose worthy of an arena rock star, and the Miami...
Picks for your fantasy football team Newsday, NY - BY ADAM RONIS adam.ronis@newsday.com Many leagues start the fantasy football playoffs this week and that means ulcers and gray hair. ...
Live NFL football goes 3-D tonight for the first time Scientific American - Some lucky viewers will feel as if they're right on the field at tonight's football game between the Oakland Raiders and the San Diego Chargers, ...
Coughlin Tries to Get Focus Back on Football New York Times, United States - Analysis and discussion of the NFL on the New York Times pro football blog. “It will likely take several months,” Richard Berthelsen, the general counsel ...
Video: Super Bowl Star Suspended CBS
OU Sooners ripe for upset by Missouri in Big 12 football title game Kansas City Star, MO - By Yael T. Abouhalkah, Kansas City Star Editorial Page columnist The Oklahoma Sooners football team will roll into Kansas City for Saturday's Big 12 ...
Free College Football Pick: Alabama vs Florida SEC Championship Game OnlineSportsHandicapping.com, NY - As we have stated on several occasions, when you back an underdog in college football, you should be expecting that team to win the game straight up. ...
Football: Notre Dame's Kasdorf named Gatorade Player of the YearLos Angeles Times, CA - Notre Dame quarterback Ryan Kasdorf has been named the Gatorade California Football Player of Year. The 6-foot-2, 190-pound junior was one of the ...
MEET THE LONG ISLAND FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS: CLASS II Newsday, NY -"These guys weren't just great football players but excellent people," Shay said. "They all took leadership roles and took over the ownership of this ...
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG CNN International - Let's face it: Nobody agrees about anything in college football, so the more debate, the merrier. I do get a tad bit alarmed, however, on the rare occasions ...
Breaking News: New Football Coach Rocket Digest, OH - By Brian Nowicki The University of Toledo will hold a 1:00pm news conference today to announce the new head football coach. Who is the new coach? ...
College Football Brian Kelly says he intends to stay at Cincinnati Seattle Times, United States - director and the head of its board of trustees to get an update on plans to expand the Bearcats' football stadium and to improve their practice fields. ...
Derrion Thomas finally shows he's got his family's football gene USA Today - "I swam because of my asthma, plus I really didn't like football," Thomas said. "It was my dad's thing. It wasn't something that I really liked. ...
Los Gatos high school football player collapses, dies at school San Jose Mercury News, USA - After three years of pumping iron, Michael Halpin finally realized a dream — to play on the Los Gatos High School varsity football team, ...
Lexington High School football coach Bill Tighe. (Globe files) Boston Globe, United States - Though the longtime Lexington High football coach maintains his practices are disciplined, his lighthearted nature and sense of humor tell another story. ...
Franklin dumps varsity football coach Indianapolis Star, United States - By Michael Pointer Franklin High School officials have relieved varsity football coach Mike McClure of his duties after the Grizzly Cubs went 15-28 during ...
Auburn Begins Search for New Football Coach MyFox Birmingham, AL - (WBRC-TV MyFoxAL.com) -- Auburn University wasted no time Thursday in beginning its search for a new head football coach as its former coach cleaned out his ...
Towson fires Gordy Combs after 17 years as head football coach Newsday, NY - By AP TOWSON, Md. (AP) _ Towson University has fired football coach Gordy Combs, ending his 39 year tenure as a linebacker, assistant and head coach at the ...
Gilbert football coach Jesse Parker resigns Arizona Republic, AZ - Wednesday night, Parker, who won 309 games – tied for most in Arizona prep football history with Tucson Amphitheater’s Vern Friedli – said that he hopes ...
Airborne banner strikes back at Texas football program Tulsa World, OK - A plane carrying a banner with a message to Texas football coach Mack Brown circled over the Austin campus around noon today, according to a report and ...
What's next for UT football? Tiger Sports Digest - I'm going to scoop the world and tell you what's going to happen in University of Tennessee football BEFORE it happens: - Lane Kiffin will hire his father, ...
WCHS looking for football coach again Sparta Expositor, TN - BY TAMMY WILHITE For the fourth time in the last 10 years, White County High School is looking for a head football coach. Josh Kerr, the head coach of the ...
Football: It's official: Weis to return Observer Online, IN - Charlie Weis will remain the head coach of the football team, athletic director Jack Swarbrick announced Wednesday. Swarbrick and Weis met in California ...
FOOTBALL: Brady, BSU talk about more bucks Ball State Daily News, IN - In the midst of Ball State University's most successful football season ever, university officials and coach Brady Hoke are negotiating to increase Hoke's ...
Report: MAC looking into coaches' behavior in Eastern/Central ... Detroit Free Press, United States - The Morning Sun in Mt. Pleasant reports the Mid-American Conference is taking a closer look at the behavior of the players and coaches before, ...
UT names Beckman head football coach Toledo Free Press, USA - UT announced Oklahoma State defensive coordinator Tim Beckman as its new head football coach Dec. 4. Beckman arrived in Stillwater, Okla. in February 2007, ...
WSU football notes: Eteuati happy to be contributing Deseret News, UT - Eteuati was arrested on outstanding felony warrants on Oct. 22, and his football playing future looked murky at best following a short stay in jail. ...
Little Cypress-Mauriceville football coach resigns following 0-8 ... Beaumont Enterprise, tx - By RYAN S. CLARK Little Cypress-Mauriceville football coach Todd Moody said this afternoon he asked to be reassigned. He is the second coach in the area and ...
Jets hope to rebound from tough home loss by beating 49ers
The New York Jets appeared to be clicking after back-to-back emotional victories gave them their longest win streak in more than four years. A letdown last week, however, has left the door wide open in the AFC East. After missing an opportunity to truly take control of...
Cowboys loading up on rest before facing Steelers
IRVING, Texas -- Going into a tough final month that will determine whether the preseason NFC favorite Dallas Cowboys even make the playoffs, coach Wade Phillips unveiled a new strategy Wednesday: rest. Phillips sent home Terrell Owens and four other 30-something starters before...
Date in Pittsburgh up next for resurgent Cowboys
With Tony Romo and Ben Roethlisberger getting healthy, the playoff hopes of the Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers are looking up. All they'll see this weekend, however, are a pair of defenses intent on taking them down. Fan feedback Which team will emerge...
Dolphins, Bills take AFC East battle to Toronto
Though they're in the playoff hunt for the first time in five years, the Miami Dolphins don't have any easy road to reach the postseason. However, they may have been given one break -- not having to visit the Buffalo Bills out in the December cold of upstate New York. The...
Why San Diego has been anything but charged up this season
Donald Miralle / Getty Images A year after going to the AFC Championship, the Chargers have been left to wonder what happened to their season. If Marty Schottenheimer could return as San Diego Chargers coach for one game, this is it. Schottenheimer made a career...
Ask Vic: Not everyone forgetting about Forte
We've got mail: Question: Why is it that every sports analyst has Matt Ryan locked in for Offensive Rookie of the Year? Matt Forte is the reason Chicago is only a game behind Minnesota in the division. Compare their stats and it's not even a challenge. Forte's...
In final year of contract, Jauron's tenure uncertain with Bills
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills coach Dick Jauron isn't showing any signs of flinching for someone who suddenly finds himself on the hot seat. With his familiar even-keel delivery, Jauron on Wednesday acknowledged the angry boos he heard from Bills fans following the team's...
Bills' Lynch limited by back spasms; Edwards a game-time decision
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Severe back spasms limited Marshawn Lynch in practice Thursday, though Bills coach Dick Jauron was confident the running back will play against Miami this weekend. From the Pro Football Hall of Fame: Each week during this season, the NFL?s...
Attorney: Pierce will cooperate with authorities, testify if asked
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Antonio Pierce didn't know New York Giants teammate Plaxico Burress was carrying a gun last weekend until it accidentally discharged, injuring the receiver in the right thigh, Pierce's attorney said Thursday. "He had no idea Plaxico had...
A look at what's ahead in Week 14
8:15 p.m. ET, NFL Network (Thurs.) Oakland at San Diego Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Raiders, 54-41-2, in this showdown of original American Football League teams. Streaks: Five years ago, the Raiders held a much more decided edge in their rivalry with...
Week 14 road win is within range for these four teams
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 14. The Eagles, Patriots, Cowboys and Redskins all appear to be in position to claim road victories. The Eagles travel to New York...
Lawsuit filed to block suspensions for five of six players
MINNEAPOLIS -- A federal judge will be asked to decide Friday whether five suspended NFL players deserve a chance to play this weekend. At issue is whether the league had a duty to notify its players and their union that a dietary supplement contained a banned ingredient. The...
Jenkins, Ross and Collins poised to be defensive difference-makers
Getty Images Kris Jenkins, Aaron Ross and Nick Collins look to make a big impact in Week 14. The old adage is that defense wins championships. A trend that has permeated into the NFL in recent years, as evidenced by the most recent Super Bowl champions. Nine of the...
Rams RB Jackson, Haslett turn attention to Cardinals
ST. LOUIS -- St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson expects more of a workload, and less controversy, in his second game back from a thigh injury. Steven Jackson, RB St. Louis Rams Season Statistics Carries: 149 Yards: 619 Touchdowns: 4 All...
Titans cornerbacks Finnegan, Harper might return to practice Friday
Carucci's rankings Jeff Fisher's Titans rebounded from their first loss with an impressive win over Detroit on Thanksgiving. Was that enough to make them the AFC's highest ranked team? More ... NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Titans starting cornerbacks Nick Harper...
'Coach' Pennington leads Dolphins' improbable turnaround
DAVIE, Fla. -- When Chad Pennington's scramble ended with a dive near the sideline for a touchdown, he rose to face the stands, raised both arms, leaned back and answered the crowd's roar with one of his own. It was a pose worthy of an arena rock star, and the Miami...
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
News of the Day - 12/2/2008
Plaxico Burress suspended by Giants, done for remainder of ... New York Daily News, NY - BY RALPH VACCHIANO Plaxico Burress' season is over and his Giants career is in limbo after the team placed him on the "non-football injury list" Tuesday and ...
Mumme out as New Mexico State coach The Associated Press - LAS CRUCES, NM (AP) — New Mexico State fired football coach Hal Mumme on Tuesday, ending a four-year run during which the program often ended up in the news ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network -... and the Houston Texans opened up the offense in their first-ever Monday Night Football appearance, leading to a 30-17 victory over Jacksonville. ...
Brian Kelly commits to staying in Cincinnati Chicago Tribune, United States - By Brian Hamilton For schools in search for a new football coach -- that's you, Washington -- or those who might be soon, you can check Cincinnati's Brian ...
SMU football team looks for bright spots after dismal season Dallas Morning News, TX - Football is one of those things that it's what you do between the last game – which was Saturday – and the first day of camp in August. ...
Monson: Andersen's the man for USU football Salt Lake Tribune, United States - ... who is completely familiar with football in Utah, its idiosyncrasies and its hidden prep talent, and also how to recruit outside the state, and, ...
Sports Briefing College Football Clemson Keeps Interim Coach New York Times, United States - By AP Clemson upgraded Dabo Swinney from interim coach, giving him a five-year contract to replace Tommy Bowden. Swinney’s salary and possible incentives in ...
All-Big 12 football awards for your perusal Dallas Morning News, TX - We're still puting our DMN team together. Do y'all agree with these picks? This team is determined by the coaches, who cannot vote for their own players. ...
Reports: Charlie Weis to return as ND head football coach WSBT-TV, IN - by Greg Carroll (carroll@wsbt.com) Various media reports state that Charlie Weis will return as ND football coach in 2009. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) By ...
Washington State Football moves forward Examiner.com - For the past few months, the Washington State football program has proved to be an unmitigated mess. All of that can now fade into the deepest reaches of ...
United Football League has eye on Mike Vick New York Daily News, NY - BY CHRISTIAN RED Is there football life for Michael Vick after his scheduled release from federal prison next summer? According to Michael Huyghue, ...
Jersey high school football fans salute Brick coach Warren Wolf The Star-Ledger - NJ.com, NJ - The news that legendary Brick High School football coach Warren Wolf is retiring is generating a lot of comments from NJ.commers in our high school football ...
Jets Open Thread: Playoff Possibilities and Desperate Football New York Times, United States - I’m sure everyone will have their take, so here is mine: 1) The Jets seemed to play desperate football — unnecessarily — early in the game in bad conditions ...
As Vols' New Football Coach Greeneville Sun, TN - By WAYNE PHILLIPS KNOXVILLE -- Lane Kiffin was introduced as Tennessee's new football coach Tuesday during a press conference, but he had little time to sit ...
AFC North: Tough Stretch-Run Awaits Ravens Sports Network - "We think we're a good football team," said Harbaugh on Monday. I'm very proud of our guys. Our guys have worked really hard, and they've earned the right ...
Football: Head Coach Bill Stewart Quotes West Virginia University Mountaineers, WV - West Virginia football Head Coach Bill Stewart's quotes from Tuesday afternoon's press conference. I want to compliment the University of Pittsburgh, ...
Teague named Mr. Football Paris Post Intelligencer, TN - Teague led the Patriots’ football team to a 13-1 season in 2008. In those 14 regular season and playoff games, Teague completed 83 of 129 passes for 1326 ...
Denison's Cody White Promoted to Athletic Director/Head Football Coach KTEN, TX - Denison High School's Head Football Coach, Cody White, will be promoted to Athletic Director/Head Football Coach effective at the close of this school year. ...
Scott leaves BHSU football program Black Hills Pioneer, SD - At the press conference, Scott said he had made up his mind Wednesday to resign as the Jackets football coach, but he waited until Monday to make it public ...
UPDATE: Marshall President Talks About Football Program WSAZ-TV, WV - WHY?? he has done nothing but destroy what was left of Marshall football. until MU does the right thing by firing Snyder and that sad excuse for an AD, ...
You decide: Best photo of Week 13?
Grand entrance Dilip Vishwanat / Getty Images Steven Jackson of the St. Louis Rams is introduced prior to playing against the Miami Dolphins. Nice hands Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Saints WR Devery Henderson makes a nice grab against the Tampa...
Giants debating what to do with troubled Burress
David Karp / Associated Press Plaxico Burress appeared in court on Monday and posted $100,000 bail on weapons possession charges. Part of the frustration for the New York Giants with this latest Plaxico Burress fiasco is the idea among them that Burress was...
Ravens' Clayton one wideout with upside on the waiver wire
Now that it's Week 14 of the NFL season, the playoffs have started in most fantasy leagues. That means it's do or die -- one loss and you're done. In that scenario, I'd avoid being "cute" when I set my starting lineup -- you're in the playoffs, play the guys...
Can enigmatic Broncos buck their own trend?
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images The Broncos are ridinig high after last Sunday's win over the Jets. Will they be able to keep it going? Go ahead. Try and make sense of the Denver Broncos. Explain how they can win at the Georgia Dome against the red-hot Falcons...
Quick Take: Rams (2-10) at Cardinals (7-5)
Elsa / Getty Images Tim Hightower posted a career-high 109 yards against the Rams in Week 9. Last meeting In Week 9, Kurt Warner threw for 343 yards and two touchdowns to lead the visting Cardinals over the Rams, 34-13. Streaks The Cardinals have...
Quick Take: Rams (2-10) at Cardinals (7-5)
Elsa / Getty Images Tim Hightower posted a career-high 109 yards against the Rams in Week 9. Last meeting In Week 9, Kurt Warner threw for 343 yards and two touchdowns to lead the visting Cardinals over the Rams, 34-13. Streaks The Cardinals have...
Gruden's leadership keeps banged-up Bucs on course
Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Under the leadership of Jon Gruden, the Bucs are looking to win their third NFC South crown in the last three years. On Thanksgiving morning, three days before Tampa Bay defeated the Saints to bolster its grip on the NFC South...
Browns QB Quinn to have surgery on finger
CLEVELAND -- Brady Quinn has decided to get his fractured finger fixed. After weighing his options over the past week, Cleveland's quarterback has elected to have surgery on his right index finger, which he initially broke on Nov. 17 at Buffalo and then made worse by playing in...
If the season ended today ...
With four weeks left in the regular season, the playoff picture is starting to clear up. Here is how the postseason would look if the season ended today, with the teams within two games of either the division lead or a wild-card spot defined as "still in...
Quick Take: Bengals (1-10-1) at Colts (8-4)
Ned Dishman / Getty Images Bengals MLB Dhani Jones leads the team with 81 tackles. Last meeting In Week 15 of 2006, Peyton Manning threw four touchdowns -- three to Marvin Harrison -- as the Colts defeated the Bengals 34-16 in Indianapolis. Streaks ...
Cowboys cornerback Jones activated, expected to play
IRVING, Texas -- Adam Jones is officially back in the NFL. The Cowboys put Jones on their 53-man roster Tuesday after the NFL lifted the cornerback's suspension. Adam Jones, CB Dallas Cowboys 2008 Statistics: Games: 6 Tackles: 25 FF: 1 ...
Denver's dominant offensive line faces favorable matchup Sunday
Broncos line has its best performance of the season. Week 13 Recap: The Broncos' offensive line has quietly been one of the best in the NFL this season, and in Week 13, the line had its best performance to date. The line paved the way to 127 rushing yards on 25 carries (5.1 yards...
Quick Take: Vikings(7-5) at Lions (0-12)
Jonathan Ferrey / Getty Images Vikings QB Gus Frerotte has won seven of 10 starts this season. Last meeting In Week 6, Ryan Longwell nailed a 29-yard field goal with nine seconds left to let Minnesota escape with a 12-10 victory. Streaks The Vikings...
The Great Fantasy Debate: Start or sit RBs Portis, Westbrook?
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Broncos rookie running back Peyton Hillis has developed into a valuable option in fantasy football. I need to start three running backs from Chris Johnson, Peyton Hillis, Michael Turner and Brian Westbrook. My gut is telling me to go...
Quick Take: Patriots (7-5) at Seahawks (2-10)
Jim Rogash / Getty Images Patriots leading rusher Sammy Morris is regaining his form following a knee injury. Last meeting Running back Corey Dillon scored a touchdown on the Patriots' opening drive and added another on their final drive as New England held...
NFL suspends six players for four games each
The NFL suspended six players for four games each without pay on Tuesday for violating the league Policy on Anabolic Steroids and Related Substances. The suspended players are Charles Grant, Deuce McAllister and Will Smith of the New Orleans Saints, Bryan Pittman of the...
Quick Take: Dolphins (7-5) at Bills (6-6)
Doug Benc / Getty Images Undrafted rookie Davone Bess is playing a larger role in Miami's passing game. Last meeting In week 8, Chad Pennington threw for 314 yards -- 175 of which went to WR Ted Ginn, Jr. -- as the Dolphins defeated the visiting...
Quick Take: Cowboys (8-4) at Steelers (9-3)
Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press Cowboys WR Terrell Owens will be up against the league's best pass defense. Last meeting In 2004, Steelers RB Jerome Bettis scored on 2-yard TD run with 30 seconds remaining to give Pittsburgh a 24-20 victory.
Schaub set to return as starting quarterback for Texans
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub should return for Houston's Sunday game at Green Bay, barring any setbacks in the recovery of his injured left knee. Schaub has missed the last four games after he injured his medial collateral ligament early in Houston's loss to Minnesota Nov. 2....
Quick Take: Dolphins (7-5) at Bills (6-6)
Doug Benc / Getty Images Undrafted rookie Davone Bess is playing a larger role in Miami's passing game. Last meeting In week 8, Chad Pennington threw for 314 yards -- 175 of which went to WR Ted Ginn, Jr. -- as the Dolphins defeated the visiting...
Police meet with members of Giants organization, waiting on Pierce
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Plaxico Burress spent much of Tuesday at Giants Stadium facing the possibility his career with the Super Bowl champions could be over, while police were still trying to sort out the events surrounding an accidental Manhattan nightclub shooting. The...
Quick Take: Eagles (6-5-1) at Giants (11-1)
Chris McGrath / Getty Images WR Amani Toomer's role increases with Plaxico Burress out for the year. Last meeting In Week 10, the Giants got 126 rushing yards from Brandon Jacobs and outlasted the Eagles, 36-31, on the road. Fan feedback Will the...
Quick Take: Jets (8-4) at 49ers (4-8)
Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images Rookie TE Dustin Keller has developed a chemistry with Brett Favre in recent weeks. Last meeting Behind Curtis Martin's 111 rushing yards and two touchdowns, The Jets overcame a 14-3 halftime deficit for a 22-14 win over the...
Quick Take: Cowboys (8-4) at Steelers (9-3)
Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press Cowboys WR Terrell Owens will be up against the league's best pass defense. Last meeting In 2004, Steelers RB Jerome Bettis scored on 2-yard TD run with 30 seconds remaining to give Pittsburgh a 24-20 victory.
Quick Take: Jaguars (4-7) at Texans (4-7)
Andy Lyons / Getty Images Texans WR Kevin Walter is averaging 14.2 yards per catch in his sixth season. Last meeting In Week 4, Josh Scobee kicked a 37-yard field goal to give the Jaguars a 30-27 overtime win over the Texans in Jacksonville. Streaks ...
Tannenbaum has quickly transformed Jets into a contender
Joe Robbins / Getty Images Dealing for Brett Favre overshadowed all the other moves made by Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum in the offseason. Building an NFL contender, even one that shows dramatic improvement from one season to the next, doesn't happen in...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 13
More where that came from From the same team that brought football fans a QB-to-QB pass comes a WR-to-WR pass on a reverse that went for a thrilling Ravens score. Watch Clip Game Highlights Game Center Photos On the Mark It was a big day...
Giants' Burress posts $100K bail; Pierce under investigation
NEW YORK -- Taken to court in handcuffs, Plaxico Burress posted $100,000 bail on weapons possession charges Monday as a frenzy grew around the case of the Giants star receiver who accidentally shot himself in a nightclub. Authorities said teammate Antonio Pierce was being...
Cutler, Broncos snap Jets' five-game winning streak
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images Brandon Stokley's 36-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter sealed Denver's win over the red-hot Jets. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The weather conditions were perfect, as far as Jay Cutler was concerned. Appearing hardly bothered...
Defending champs have ability to rise above giant distractions
Nick Wass / Associated Press Without Plaxico Burress, Eli Manning completed five passes to three different players in the Giants' win. LANDOVER, Md. -- Antwaan Randle El. Anthony Gonzalez. Ted Ginn Jr.. Matt Jones. Steve Breaston. All of them have more...
Defense makes Steelers a threat in fight for AFC supremacy
Winslow Townson / Associated Press The Steelers consistently put pressure on Matt Cassel, sacking him five times and picking him off twice. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- It was the kind of day best spent indoors, preferably in front of a fireplace: Cold, rainy,...
Bears lose DT Dvoracek for season to arm injury
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Nose tackle Dusty Dvoracek will miss the final four games after rupturing his right biceps during a loss at Minnesota on Sunday night, his third season-ending injury in as many NFL seasons. Dusty Dvoracek, NT Chicago Bears Season Statistics ...
Buccaneers, Patriots picked by NFL to face off in London next year
The NFL?s International Series of regular-season games will return to the United Kingdom in 2009 when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the New England Patriots, the NFL announced Monday. The game will be played on Sunday, Oct. 25, at Wembley Stadium in London with kickoff set for 1 p.m.
Lions sign WR Colbert after Furrey lands on IR
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Detroit Lions signed wide receiver Keary Colbert, giving him a chance to play for his third NFL team this season. Detroit added him to the roster Monday when it put wide receiver Mike Furrey on injured reserve because of a concussion. Colbert...
Anderson out with torn knee ligament; Winslow has ankle sprain
BEREA, Ohio -- Derek Anderson's season is officially over, yet another piece of bad news for the Cleveland Browns. Anderson, who lost his starting job to Brady Quinn several weeks ago, will miss the final four games after tearing a ligament in his left knee on...
Cowboys starters Barber, Ware day to day after missed practice
IRVING, Texas -- Dallas linebacker DeMarcus Ware and running back Marion Barber were not at practice Monday, the first time the Cowboys were back on the field since both were injured Thanksgiving Day. Coach Wade Phillips said both players were "day to day." Ware, the NFL...
Groin injury may sideline QB Edwards; Bills can't stop freefall
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- It's bad enough the Bills have no margin for error if they want to keep their slim postseason hopes alive over the next four games. Now they may have to do it without starting quarterback Trent Edwards. Edwards was pulled after the first half of...
Flacco, Hillis among nominees for Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Running back Steve Slaton of the Houston Texans, quarterback Joe Flacco of the Baltimore Ravens, running back Chris Johnson of the Tennessee Titans, running back Peyton Hillis of the Denver Broncos and quarterback Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons are the finalists for Diet Pepsi NFL...
LeBeau's defense too much for Cassel and the Patriots
Winslow Townson / Associated Press With Pittsburgh's victory at New England, Ben Roethlisberger has notched 48 wins in less than five full NFL seasons. The NFL season reached the three-quarter pole, as they say in horse racing, and I don't know if...
Portis making life hard for fantasy owners with postseason dreams
Elaine Thompson/Associated Press Redskins running back Clinton Portis is dealing with multiple injuries heading into the fantasy playoffs. Talk about a conundrum. Clinton Portis was the best running back in fantasy football in the first half of the season....
Mumme out as New Mexico State coach The Associated Press - LAS CRUCES, NM (AP) — New Mexico State fired football coach Hal Mumme on Tuesday, ending a four-year run during which the program often ended up in the news ...
National Football League Game Capsules Sports Network -... and the Houston Texans opened up the offense in their first-ever Monday Night Football appearance, leading to a 30-17 victory over Jacksonville. ...
Brian Kelly commits to staying in Cincinnati Chicago Tribune, United States - By Brian Hamilton For schools in search for a new football coach -- that's you, Washington -- or those who might be soon, you can check Cincinnati's Brian ...
SMU football team looks for bright spots after dismal season Dallas Morning News, TX - Football is one of those things that it's what you do between the last game – which was Saturday – and the first day of camp in August. ...
Monson: Andersen's the man for USU football Salt Lake Tribune, United States - ... who is completely familiar with football in Utah, its idiosyncrasies and its hidden prep talent, and also how to recruit outside the state, and, ...
Sports Briefing College Football Clemson Keeps Interim Coach New York Times, United States - By AP Clemson upgraded Dabo Swinney from interim coach, giving him a five-year contract to replace Tommy Bowden. Swinney’s salary and possible incentives in ...
All-Big 12 football awards for your perusal Dallas Morning News, TX - We're still puting our DMN team together. Do y'all agree with these picks? This team is determined by the coaches, who cannot vote for their own players. ...
Reports: Charlie Weis to return as ND head football coach WSBT-TV, IN - by Greg Carroll (carroll@wsbt.com) Various media reports state that Charlie Weis will return as ND football coach in 2009. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) By ...
Washington State Football moves forward Examiner.com - For the past few months, the Washington State football program has proved to be an unmitigated mess. All of that can now fade into the deepest reaches of ...
United Football League has eye on Mike Vick New York Daily News, NY - BY CHRISTIAN RED Is there football life for Michael Vick after his scheduled release from federal prison next summer? According to Michael Huyghue, ...
Jersey high school football fans salute Brick coach Warren Wolf The Star-Ledger - NJ.com, NJ - The news that legendary Brick High School football coach Warren Wolf is retiring is generating a lot of comments from NJ.commers in our high school football ...
Jets Open Thread: Playoff Possibilities and Desperate Football New York Times, United States - I’m sure everyone will have their take, so here is mine: 1) The Jets seemed to play desperate football — unnecessarily — early in the game in bad conditions ...
As Vols' New Football Coach Greeneville Sun, TN - By WAYNE PHILLIPS KNOXVILLE -- Lane Kiffin was introduced as Tennessee's new football coach Tuesday during a press conference, but he had little time to sit ...
AFC North: Tough Stretch-Run Awaits Ravens Sports Network - "We think we're a good football team," said Harbaugh on Monday. I'm very proud of our guys. Our guys have worked really hard, and they've earned the right ...
Football: Head Coach Bill Stewart Quotes West Virginia University Mountaineers, WV - West Virginia football Head Coach Bill Stewart's quotes from Tuesday afternoon's press conference. I want to compliment the University of Pittsburgh, ...
Teague named Mr. Football Paris Post Intelligencer, TN - Teague led the Patriots’ football team to a 13-1 season in 2008. In those 14 regular season and playoff games, Teague completed 83 of 129 passes for 1326 ...
Denison's Cody White Promoted to Athletic Director/Head Football Coach KTEN, TX - Denison High School's Head Football Coach, Cody White, will be promoted to Athletic Director/Head Football Coach effective at the close of this school year. ...
Scott leaves BHSU football program Black Hills Pioneer, SD - At the press conference, Scott said he had made up his mind Wednesday to resign as the Jackets football coach, but he waited until Monday to make it public ...
UPDATE: Marshall President Talks About Football Program WSAZ-TV, WV - WHY?? he has done nothing but destroy what was left of Marshall football. until MU does the right thing by firing Snyder and that sad excuse for an AD, ...
You decide: Best photo of Week 13?
Grand entrance Dilip Vishwanat / Getty Images Steven Jackson of the St. Louis Rams is introduced prior to playing against the Miami Dolphins. Nice hands Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Saints WR Devery Henderson makes a nice grab against the Tampa...
Giants debating what to do with troubled Burress
David Karp / Associated Press Plaxico Burress appeared in court on Monday and posted $100,000 bail on weapons possession charges. Part of the frustration for the New York Giants with this latest Plaxico Burress fiasco is the idea among them that Burress was...
Ravens' Clayton one wideout with upside on the waiver wire
Now that it's Week 14 of the NFL season, the playoffs have started in most fantasy leagues. That means it's do or die -- one loss and you're done. In that scenario, I'd avoid being "cute" when I set my starting lineup -- you're in the playoffs, play the guys...
Can enigmatic Broncos buck their own trend?
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images The Broncos are ridinig high after last Sunday's win over the Jets. Will they be able to keep it going? Go ahead. Try and make sense of the Denver Broncos. Explain how they can win at the Georgia Dome against the red-hot Falcons...
Quick Take: Rams (2-10) at Cardinals (7-5)
Elsa / Getty Images Tim Hightower posted a career-high 109 yards against the Rams in Week 9. Last meeting In Week 9, Kurt Warner threw for 343 yards and two touchdowns to lead the visting Cardinals over the Rams, 34-13. Streaks The Cardinals have...
Quick Take: Rams (2-10) at Cardinals (7-5)
Elsa / Getty Images Tim Hightower posted a career-high 109 yards against the Rams in Week 9. Last meeting In Week 9, Kurt Warner threw for 343 yards and two touchdowns to lead the visting Cardinals over the Rams, 34-13. Streaks The Cardinals have...
Gruden's leadership keeps banged-up Bucs on course
Al Messerschmidt / Getty Images Under the leadership of Jon Gruden, the Bucs are looking to win their third NFC South crown in the last three years. On Thanksgiving morning, three days before Tampa Bay defeated the Saints to bolster its grip on the NFC South...
Browns QB Quinn to have surgery on finger
CLEVELAND -- Brady Quinn has decided to get his fractured finger fixed. After weighing his options over the past week, Cleveland's quarterback has elected to have surgery on his right index finger, which he initially broke on Nov. 17 at Buffalo and then made worse by playing in...
If the season ended today ...
With four weeks left in the regular season, the playoff picture is starting to clear up. Here is how the postseason would look if the season ended today, with the teams within two games of either the division lead or a wild-card spot defined as "still in...
Quick Take: Bengals (1-10-1) at Colts (8-4)
Ned Dishman / Getty Images Bengals MLB Dhani Jones leads the team with 81 tackles. Last meeting In Week 15 of 2006, Peyton Manning threw four touchdowns -- three to Marvin Harrison -- as the Colts defeated the Bengals 34-16 in Indianapolis. Streaks ...
Cowboys cornerback Jones activated, expected to play
IRVING, Texas -- Adam Jones is officially back in the NFL. The Cowboys put Jones on their 53-man roster Tuesday after the NFL lifted the cornerback's suspension. Adam Jones, CB Dallas Cowboys 2008 Statistics: Games: 6 Tackles: 25 FF: 1 ...
Denver's dominant offensive line faces favorable matchup Sunday
Broncos line has its best performance of the season. Week 13 Recap: The Broncos' offensive line has quietly been one of the best in the NFL this season, and in Week 13, the line had its best performance to date. The line paved the way to 127 rushing yards on 25 carries (5.1 yards...
Quick Take: Vikings(7-5) at Lions (0-12)
Jonathan Ferrey / Getty Images Vikings QB Gus Frerotte has won seven of 10 starts this season. Last meeting In Week 6, Ryan Longwell nailed a 29-yard field goal with nine seconds left to let Minnesota escape with a 12-10 victory. Streaks The Vikings...
The Great Fantasy Debate: Start or sit RBs Portis, Westbrook?
Jim McIsaac/Getty Images Broncos rookie running back Peyton Hillis has developed into a valuable option in fantasy football. I need to start three running backs from Chris Johnson, Peyton Hillis, Michael Turner and Brian Westbrook. My gut is telling me to go...
Quick Take: Patriots (7-5) at Seahawks (2-10)
Jim Rogash / Getty Images Patriots leading rusher Sammy Morris is regaining his form following a knee injury. Last meeting Running back Corey Dillon scored a touchdown on the Patriots' opening drive and added another on their final drive as New England held...
NFL suspends six players for four games each
The NFL suspended six players for four games each without pay on Tuesday for violating the league Policy on Anabolic Steroids and Related Substances. The suspended players are Charles Grant, Deuce McAllister and Will Smith of the New Orleans Saints, Bryan Pittman of the...
Quick Take: Dolphins (7-5) at Bills (6-6)
Doug Benc / Getty Images Undrafted rookie Davone Bess is playing a larger role in Miami's passing game. Last meeting In week 8, Chad Pennington threw for 314 yards -- 175 of which went to WR Ted Ginn, Jr. -- as the Dolphins defeated the visiting...
Quick Take: Cowboys (8-4) at Steelers (9-3)
Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press Cowboys WR Terrell Owens will be up against the league's best pass defense. Last meeting In 2004, Steelers RB Jerome Bettis scored on 2-yard TD run with 30 seconds remaining to give Pittsburgh a 24-20 victory.
Schaub set to return as starting quarterback for Texans
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub should return for Houston's Sunday game at Green Bay, barring any setbacks in the recovery of his injured left knee. Schaub has missed the last four games after he injured his medial collateral ligament early in Houston's loss to Minnesota Nov. 2....
Quick Take: Dolphins (7-5) at Bills (6-6)
Doug Benc / Getty Images Undrafted rookie Davone Bess is playing a larger role in Miami's passing game. Last meeting In week 8, Chad Pennington threw for 314 yards -- 175 of which went to WR Ted Ginn, Jr. -- as the Dolphins defeated the visiting...
Police meet with members of Giants organization, waiting on Pierce
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Plaxico Burress spent much of Tuesday at Giants Stadium facing the possibility his career with the Super Bowl champions could be over, while police were still trying to sort out the events surrounding an accidental Manhattan nightclub shooting. The...
Quick Take: Eagles (6-5-1) at Giants (11-1)
Chris McGrath / Getty Images WR Amani Toomer's role increases with Plaxico Burress out for the year. Last meeting In Week 10, the Giants got 126 rushing yards from Brandon Jacobs and outlasted the Eagles, 36-31, on the road. Fan feedback Will the...
Quick Take: Jets (8-4) at 49ers (4-8)
Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images Rookie TE Dustin Keller has developed a chemistry with Brett Favre in recent weeks. Last meeting Behind Curtis Martin's 111 rushing yards and two touchdowns, The Jets overcame a 14-3 halftime deficit for a 22-14 win over the...
Quick Take: Cowboys (8-4) at Steelers (9-3)
Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press Cowboys WR Terrell Owens will be up against the league's best pass defense. Last meeting In 2004, Steelers RB Jerome Bettis scored on 2-yard TD run with 30 seconds remaining to give Pittsburgh a 24-20 victory.
Quick Take: Jaguars (4-7) at Texans (4-7)
Andy Lyons / Getty Images Texans WR Kevin Walter is averaging 14.2 yards per catch in his sixth season. Last meeting In Week 4, Josh Scobee kicked a 37-yard field goal to give the Jaguars a 30-27 overtime win over the Texans in Jacksonville. Streaks ...
Tannenbaum has quickly transformed Jets into a contender
Joe Robbins / Getty Images Dealing for Brett Favre overshadowed all the other moves made by Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum in the offseason. Building an NFL contender, even one that shows dramatic improvement from one season to the next, doesn't happen in...
Can't-Miss Plays of Week 13
More where that came from From the same team that brought football fans a QB-to-QB pass comes a WR-to-WR pass on a reverse that went for a thrilling Ravens score. Watch Clip Game Highlights Game Center Photos On the Mark It was a big day...
Giants' Burress posts $100K bail; Pierce under investigation
NEW YORK -- Taken to court in handcuffs, Plaxico Burress posted $100,000 bail on weapons possession charges Monday as a frenzy grew around the case of the Giants star receiver who accidentally shot himself in a nightclub. Authorities said teammate Antonio Pierce was being...
Cutler, Broncos snap Jets' five-game winning streak
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images Brandon Stokley's 36-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter sealed Denver's win over the red-hot Jets. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The weather conditions were perfect, as far as Jay Cutler was concerned. Appearing hardly bothered...
Defending champs have ability to rise above giant distractions
Nick Wass / Associated Press Without Plaxico Burress, Eli Manning completed five passes to three different players in the Giants' win. LANDOVER, Md. -- Antwaan Randle El. Anthony Gonzalez. Ted Ginn Jr.. Matt Jones. Steve Breaston. All of them have more...
Defense makes Steelers a threat in fight for AFC supremacy
Winslow Townson / Associated Press The Steelers consistently put pressure on Matt Cassel, sacking him five times and picking him off twice. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- It was the kind of day best spent indoors, preferably in front of a fireplace: Cold, rainy,...
Bears lose DT Dvoracek for season to arm injury
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Nose tackle Dusty Dvoracek will miss the final four games after rupturing his right biceps during a loss at Minnesota on Sunday night, his third season-ending injury in as many NFL seasons. Dusty Dvoracek, NT Chicago Bears Season Statistics ...
Buccaneers, Patriots picked by NFL to face off in London next year
The NFL?s International Series of regular-season games will return to the United Kingdom in 2009 when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the New England Patriots, the NFL announced Monday. The game will be played on Sunday, Oct. 25, at Wembley Stadium in London with kickoff set for 1 p.m.
Lions sign WR Colbert after Furrey lands on IR
ALLEN PARK, Mich. -- The Detroit Lions signed wide receiver Keary Colbert, giving him a chance to play for his third NFL team this season. Detroit added him to the roster Monday when it put wide receiver Mike Furrey on injured reserve because of a concussion. Colbert...
Anderson out with torn knee ligament; Winslow has ankle sprain
BEREA, Ohio -- Derek Anderson's season is officially over, yet another piece of bad news for the Cleveland Browns. Anderson, who lost his starting job to Brady Quinn several weeks ago, will miss the final four games after tearing a ligament in his left knee on...
Cowboys starters Barber, Ware day to day after missed practice
IRVING, Texas -- Dallas linebacker DeMarcus Ware and running back Marion Barber were not at practice Monday, the first time the Cowboys were back on the field since both were injured Thanksgiving Day. Coach Wade Phillips said both players were "day to day." Ware, the NFL...
Groin injury may sideline QB Edwards; Bills can't stop freefall
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- It's bad enough the Bills have no margin for error if they want to keep their slim postseason hopes alive over the next four games. Now they may have to do it without starting quarterback Trent Edwards. Edwards was pulled after the first half of...
Flacco, Hillis among nominees for Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Running back Steve Slaton of the Houston Texans, quarterback Joe Flacco of the Baltimore Ravens, running back Chris Johnson of the Tennessee Titans, running back Peyton Hillis of the Denver Broncos and quarterback Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons are the finalists for Diet Pepsi NFL...
LeBeau's defense too much for Cassel and the Patriots
Winslow Townson / Associated Press With Pittsburgh's victory at New England, Ben Roethlisberger has notched 48 wins in less than five full NFL seasons. The NFL season reached the three-quarter pole, as they say in horse racing, and I don't know if...
Portis making life hard for fantasy owners with postseason dreams
Elaine Thompson/Associated Press Redskins running back Clinton Portis is dealing with multiple injuries heading into the fantasy playoffs. Talk about a conundrum. Clinton Portis was the best running back in fantasy football in the first half of the season....
Saturday, November 29, 2008
News for the day 11/29/08
The End of the Croom Era New York Times, United States - for the Times when Sylvester Croom was introduced as the first black head football coach in the Southeastern Conference. ...
Bus carrying Washington high school football team overturns USA Today -SEATTLE (AP) — A charter bus carrying a high school football team overturned Friday in a four-vehicle collision on Interstate 5 south of Seattle, ...
DIVISION 1 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Rockford rams Lake Orion Detroit Free Press, United States - BY CHRIS LAU • FREE PRESS SPORTS WRITER • The Rams capitalized on several Lake Orion mistakes to win, 26-14, and earned a third state ...
Big 12 South going down to the wire in football Houston Chronicle, United States - By JOSEPH DUARTE Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle Texas Tech head coach Mike Leach is suddenly a big fan of the Oklahoma State Cowboys. ...
Does anyone out there believe in the magic of Notre Dame football? Chicago Sun-Times, United States - By Kyle Koster Charlie Weis and Notre Dame travel to Los Angeles tonight to take on ...
Weber State football: Wildcats have point to make Deseret News, UT - Weber State head football coach Ron McBride had a message for his players following the Wildcats' costly home loss to Eastern Washington in their ...
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Oregon at Oregon State College Football Prediction Point-Spreads.com, FL - Matt Foust is having an unbelieveable college football season; he is 57-45-1 on the year and his clients are up +708.31 units. Matt has a guaranteed side ...
Romo's hot start dooms Seahawks, leads Boys to third straight win
Doug Pensinger / Getty Images Tight end Jason Witten fought through a rib injury to have a big game for the Cowboys. IRVING, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys are ready for December. On the verge of collapse just a few weeks ago, Tony Romo, DeMarcus Ware and the...
Pats' Seymour practices, hopes to play vs. Steelers
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Let's get physical has long been the mantra of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have annually featured a stout defense and strong running game in earning a spot near the top of the AFC. The Steelers' penchant for physical play extends to their quarterback,...
RB Williams a solid start vs. Packers, E. Manning a risk in Week 13
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams is having the best fantasy season of his entire NFL career. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis Carolina Panthers DeAngelo Williams Williams, who ranks sixth in the NFL in rushing yards,...
Favre leads hottest team in great fantasy matchup vs. Broncos
Note: Standard fantasy scoring is used -- six points for a rush/rec TD, one point per 10 yards rush/rec. Titans at Lions Green Light: LenDale White has struggled lately, but he and Chris Johnson should run all over the Lions' 32nd-ranked run defense. Bo Scaife has...
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. --> As families gather for the holidays, join the NFL in helping make the next generation of youth, the most active and healthy. Our goal is...
Colts safety Sanders to miss game against Browns
Bob Sanders, S Indianapolis Colts 2008 Statistics: Games: 4 Tackles: 28 INT: 1 INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders will miss Sunday's game in Cleveland against the Browns because of his ailing right knee. Last season's...
Giants' Burress released from hospital after accidental shooting
Plaxico Burress accidentally shot himslef in the right thigh and spent a night in the hospital, another dramatic turn in a tumultuous season for the New York Giants star receiver. The Giants said the shooting happened Friday night and he was released from the hospital on...
McNabb, Eagles get back on track by stuffing Cardinals at home
Nick Laham / Getty Images Eagles QB Donovan McNabb has thrown for at least four touchdowns eleven times in his career. PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb got pulled for Kevin Kolb again. This time, he earned a seat on the bench with a superb performance instead of...
Titans rebound to thrash Lions on Thanksgiving Day
Duane Burleson / Associated Press LenDale White scored two TDs -- improving his season total to 13 -- as Tennessee crushed Detroit on Thanksgiving. DETROIT -- Chris Johnson was untouched on a short run to the outside and a long gain up the middle. The two...
Forte voted Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Nov. 20-24. Forte rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns on 20 attempts, averaging 6.6 yards per carry, as...
Mangini voted Motorola Coach of the Week
New York Jets head coach Eric Mangini is the Motorola Coach of the Week for games played from Nov. 20-24. Mangini and the Jets handed the Tennessee Titans their first loss of the season with a 34-13 win in Tennessee. QB Brett Favre completed 25 of 32 passes for 224 yards and...
Bengals place offensive linemen Whitworth, Kooistra on IR
CINCINNATI -- The Cincinnati Bengals placed guard Andrew Whitworth and guard/offensive tackle Scott Kooistra on injured reserve Friday and signed two players. Both players were hurt in the Nov. 16 game against Philadelphia, Whitworth with an ankle injury and Kooistra with a...
Browns' Quinn still considering options on broken finger
BEREA, Ohio -- Browns quarterback Brady Quinn is still deciding whether to have surgery on his damaged right index finger. He didn't get much help making up his mind while passing the turkey and mashed potatoes around the Thanksgiving table. "I don't have a bunch of...
DBs Jammer, Tinoisamoa have increasing value in IDP leagues
You know the drill by now. With a berth in the fantasy playoffs or a possible postseason seed at stake, the waiver wire is as important as ever. Here's your list of defensive players that can help you in Week 13. Quentin Jammer, CB, Chargers - The Chargers...
Bills' Royal, Greer ruled out against San Francisco
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills starting tight end Robert Royal and starting cornerback Jabari Greer won't play because of injuries when Buffalo hosts the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Jabari Greer, CB Buffalo Bills 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 37 Pass Def.:...
Abraham promises to play vs. Chargers; Brooking questionable
No worries for John Abraham, even though the Falcons' three-time Pro Bowl defensive end didn't return after sustaining a mild concussion in last week's win over Carolina. Despite being listed as questionable on the injury report, Abraham promises to be in the lineup...
MRI tests reveal no significant damage for Cowboys' Ware, Barber
IRVING, Texas -- Injured Dallas linebacker DeMarcus Ware and running back Marion Barber underwent MRI exams on Friday which revealed no significant damage a day after both were injured in the Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day win over Seattle. An MRI exam on Ware's...
Steelers' Parker practices, but status remains uncertain
PITTSBURGH -- Steelers running back Willie Parker practiced for the second successive day Friday despite left knee inflammation and could play Sunday at New England. Parker is listed as questionable; Steelers players who practice on the Friday before games usually play. ...
Texans QB Schaub on the mend, could play against Jags
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub returned to practice this week and Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak said there's a chance he could play Monday night against Jacksonville. Schaub has missed the past three games after injuring his left knee against Minnesota. The team first said he would...
Texans QB Schaub on the mend, could play against Jags
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub returned to practice this week and Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak said there's a chance he could play Monday night against Jacksonville. Schaub has missed the past three games after injuring his left knee against Minnesota. The team first said he would...
Week 13 will show sweeps are hard to come by on the road
10 hot topics for Week 13 Week 13 is big for rematch games and last week taught us something about the situation. A record total of 837 points were scored in Week 12, but that mark may not stand for long. While Donovan McNabb responded to being benched with a ...
Portis misses practice again; Giants declare WR Burress out
Nov. 30-Dec. 1 Team Injuries/Analysis Atlanta Falcons Injuries: OUT -- T Sam Baker (hip, back), WR Laurent Robinson (hamstring); QUESTIONABLE -- DE John Abraham (neck), T Todd Weiner (knee), LB Keith Brooking (knee), K Jason Elam (left hip), WR Brian Finneran (hamstring), DT...
Reed voted the Week 12 GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week
Ravens safety Ed Reed is the GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week for games played on Nov. 13-17. Reed was selected from among five finalists by voters on NFL.com/gmc. The other finalists were cornerback Ronde Barber of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, linebacker Lance Briggs of...
Relive the best games played on Thanksgiving through the years
Doug Benc / Getty Images Colts QB Peyton Manning threw a career-high six touchdowns against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day in 2004. Since the Akron Pros defeated the Canton Bulldogs 7-0 in 1920, the NFL has been playing on Thanksgiving Day. The 1922...
New stadiums are pulling out all the stops
Dallas Cowboys The Cowboys' new stadium, set to open next season, has been designed to maximize the fans' overall experience. Take a quick spin around the web site devoted to the Dallas Cowboys' new stadium, and you can't help but be overwhelmed by...
Roundup of Friday's IHSA football championship Chicago Tribune, United States - AP CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - The Illinois High School Association state championship football games wrapped up for Classes 1A-4A at Memorial Stadium Friday night. ...
Burnt Hills football trails after first quarter Albany Times Union, NY - By JAMES ALLEN, Staff writer SYRACUSE - After the opening quarter, Sweet Home (12-0) leads Burnt Hills 21-7 in the Class A state championship football game ...
Kiffin to Become Tennessee’s Football Coach, News Sentinel Says Bloomberg - Lane Kiffin agreed to become football coach for the University of Tennessee, less than two months after being fired as coach of the ...
Miami-Ohio coach Montgomery resigns - Oxford, OH (Sports Network) - Miami-Ohio head football coach Shane Montgomery resigned Saturday after four seasons at the helm. The RedHawks struggled to a ...
Bus carrying Washington high school football team overturns USA Today -SEATTLE (AP) — A charter bus carrying a high school football team overturned Friday in a four-vehicle collision on Interstate 5 south of Seattle, ...
DIVISION 1 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Rockford rams Lake Orion Detroit Free Press, United States - BY CHRIS LAU • FREE PRESS SPORTS WRITER • The Rams capitalized on several Lake Orion mistakes to win, 26-14, and earned a third state ...
Big 12 South going down to the wire in football Houston Chronicle, United States - By JOSEPH DUARTE Copyright 2008 Houston Chronicle Texas Tech head coach Mike Leach is suddenly a big fan of the Oklahoma State Cowboys. ...
Does anyone out there believe in the magic of Notre Dame football? Chicago Sun-Times, United States - By Kyle Koster Charlie Weis and Notre Dame travel to Los Angeles tonight to take on ...
Weber State football: Wildcats have point to make Deseret News, UT - Weber State head football coach Ron McBride had a message for his players following the Wildcats' costly home loss to Eastern Washington in their ...
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Oregon at Oregon State College Football Prediction Point-Spreads.com, FL - Matt Foust is having an unbelieveable college football season; he is 57-45-1 on the year and his clients are up +708.31 units. Matt has a guaranteed side ...
Romo's hot start dooms Seahawks, leads Boys to third straight win
Doug Pensinger / Getty Images Tight end Jason Witten fought through a rib injury to have a big game for the Cowboys. IRVING, Texas -- The Dallas Cowboys are ready for December. On the verge of collapse just a few weeks ago, Tony Romo, DeMarcus Ware and the...
Pats' Seymour practices, hopes to play vs. Steelers
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Let's get physical has long been the mantra of the Pittsburgh Steelers, who have annually featured a stout defense and strong running game in earning a spot near the top of the AFC. The Steelers' penchant for physical play extends to their quarterback,...
RB Williams a solid start vs. Packers, E. Manning a risk in Week 13
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams is having the best fantasy season of his entire NFL career. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis Carolina Panthers DeAngelo Williams Williams, who ranks sixth in the NFL in rushing yards,...
Favre leads hottest team in great fantasy matchup vs. Broncos
Note: Standard fantasy scoring is used -- six points for a rush/rec TD, one point per 10 yards rush/rec. Titans at Lions Green Light: LenDale White has struggled lately, but he and Chris Johnson should run all over the Lions' 32nd-ranked run defense. Bo Scaife has...
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. --> As families gather for the holidays, join the NFL in helping make the next generation of youth, the most active and healthy. Our goal is...
Colts safety Sanders to miss game against Browns
Bob Sanders, S Indianapolis Colts 2008 Statistics: Games: 4 Tackles: 28 INT: 1 INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders will miss Sunday's game in Cleveland against the Browns because of his ailing right knee. Last season's...
Giants' Burress released from hospital after accidental shooting
Plaxico Burress accidentally shot himslef in the right thigh and spent a night in the hospital, another dramatic turn in a tumultuous season for the New York Giants star receiver. The Giants said the shooting happened Friday night and he was released from the hospital on...
McNabb, Eagles get back on track by stuffing Cardinals at home
Nick Laham / Getty Images Eagles QB Donovan McNabb has thrown for at least four touchdowns eleven times in his career. PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb got pulled for Kevin Kolb again. This time, he earned a seat on the bench with a superb performance instead of...
Titans rebound to thrash Lions on Thanksgiving Day
Duane Burleson / Associated Press LenDale White scored two TDs -- improving his season total to 13 -- as Tennessee crushed Detroit on Thanksgiving. DETROIT -- Chris Johnson was untouched on a short run to the outside and a long gain up the middle. The two...
Forte voted Diet Pepsi Rookie of the Week
Voters on NFL.com and via Sprint wireless service have made their choice. Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte is the Diet Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week for games played on Nov. 20-24. Forte rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns on 20 attempts, averaging 6.6 yards per carry, as...
Mangini voted Motorola Coach of the Week
New York Jets head coach Eric Mangini is the Motorola Coach of the Week for games played from Nov. 20-24. Mangini and the Jets handed the Tennessee Titans their first loss of the season with a 34-13 win in Tennessee. QB Brett Favre completed 25 of 32 passes for 224 yards and...
Bengals place offensive linemen Whitworth, Kooistra on IR
CINCINNATI -- The Cincinnati Bengals placed guard Andrew Whitworth and guard/offensive tackle Scott Kooistra on injured reserve Friday and signed two players. Both players were hurt in the Nov. 16 game against Philadelphia, Whitworth with an ankle injury and Kooistra with a...
Browns' Quinn still considering options on broken finger
BEREA, Ohio -- Browns quarterback Brady Quinn is still deciding whether to have surgery on his damaged right index finger. He didn't get much help making up his mind while passing the turkey and mashed potatoes around the Thanksgiving table. "I don't have a bunch of...
DBs Jammer, Tinoisamoa have increasing value in IDP leagues
You know the drill by now. With a berth in the fantasy playoffs or a possible postseason seed at stake, the waiver wire is as important as ever. Here's your list of defensive players that can help you in Week 13. Quentin Jammer, CB, Chargers - The Chargers...
Bills' Royal, Greer ruled out against San Francisco
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Bills starting tight end Robert Royal and starting cornerback Jabari Greer won't play because of injuries when Buffalo hosts the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Jabari Greer, CB Buffalo Bills 2008 Statistics: Tackles: 37 Pass Def.:...
Abraham promises to play vs. Chargers; Brooking questionable
No worries for John Abraham, even though the Falcons' three-time Pro Bowl defensive end didn't return after sustaining a mild concussion in last week's win over Carolina. Despite being listed as questionable on the injury report, Abraham promises to be in the lineup...
MRI tests reveal no significant damage for Cowboys' Ware, Barber
IRVING, Texas -- Injured Dallas linebacker DeMarcus Ware and running back Marion Barber underwent MRI exams on Friday which revealed no significant damage a day after both were injured in the Cowboys' Thanksgiving Day win over Seattle. An MRI exam on Ware's...
Steelers' Parker practices, but status remains uncertain
PITTSBURGH -- Steelers running back Willie Parker practiced for the second successive day Friday despite left knee inflammation and could play Sunday at New England. Parker is listed as questionable; Steelers players who practice on the Friday before games usually play. ...
Texans QB Schaub on the mend, could play against Jags
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub returned to practice this week and Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak said there's a chance he could play Monday night against Jacksonville. Schaub has missed the past three games after injuring his left knee against Minnesota. The team first said he would...
Texans QB Schaub on the mend, could play against Jags
HOUSTON -- Matt Schaub returned to practice this week and Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak said there's a chance he could play Monday night against Jacksonville. Schaub has missed the past three games after injuring his left knee against Minnesota. The team first said he would...
Week 13 will show sweeps are hard to come by on the road
10 hot topics for Week 13 Week 13 is big for rematch games and last week taught us something about the situation. A record total of 837 points were scored in Week 12, but that mark may not stand for long. While Donovan McNabb responded to being benched with a ...
Portis misses practice again; Giants declare WR Burress out
Nov. 30-Dec. 1 Team Injuries/Analysis Atlanta Falcons Injuries: OUT -- T Sam Baker (hip, back), WR Laurent Robinson (hamstring); QUESTIONABLE -- DE John Abraham (neck), T Todd Weiner (knee), LB Keith Brooking (knee), K Jason Elam (left hip), WR Brian Finneran (hamstring), DT...
Reed voted the Week 12 GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week
Ravens safety Ed Reed is the GMC Sierra Defensive Player of the Week for games played on Nov. 13-17. Reed was selected from among five finalists by voters on NFL.com/gmc. The other finalists were cornerback Ronde Barber of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, linebacker Lance Briggs of...
Relive the best games played on Thanksgiving through the years
Doug Benc / Getty Images Colts QB Peyton Manning threw a career-high six touchdowns against the Lions on Thanksgiving Day in 2004. Since the Akron Pros defeated the Canton Bulldogs 7-0 in 1920, the NFL has been playing on Thanksgiving Day. The 1922...
New stadiums are pulling out all the stops
Dallas Cowboys The Cowboys' new stadium, set to open next season, has been designed to maximize the fans' overall experience. Take a quick spin around the web site devoted to the Dallas Cowboys' new stadium, and you can't help but be overwhelmed by...
Roundup of Friday's IHSA football championship Chicago Tribune, United States - AP CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - The Illinois High School Association state championship football games wrapped up for Classes 1A-4A at Memorial Stadium Friday night. ...
Burnt Hills football trails after first quarter Albany Times Union, NY - By JAMES ALLEN, Staff writer SYRACUSE - After the opening quarter, Sweet Home (12-0) leads Burnt Hills 21-7 in the Class A state championship football game ...
Kiffin to Become Tennessee’s Football Coach, News Sentinel Says Bloomberg - Lane Kiffin agreed to become football coach for the University of Tennessee, less than two months after being fired as coach of the ...
Miami-Ohio coach Montgomery resigns - Oxford, OH (Sports Network) - Miami-Ohio head football coach Shane Montgomery resigned Saturday after four seasons at the helm. The RedHawks struggled to a ...
Thursday, November 27, 2008
News for the Day 11/27/08
In Detroit, Tradition Takes a Hike Washington Post, United States - Certainly not at Ford Field, where the lowly Lions of the National Football League offer their fans scant refuge from the economic storm. ...
ESPN-BCS Marriage Might End Up Hurting Football Washington Post, United States - There also is Thursday-Friday coverage of The Masters and US Open, "Monday Night Football", a significant schedule of Major League Baseball, NBA, NHL, ...
Coach loved football and his players Chicago Tribune, United States - By Joan Giangrasse Kates Special to the Tribune Paul Raffaelli long ago earned the love and respect of his Fenwick High School football players. ...
Ute football: Whittingham would like playoff Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska As often happens this time of year, several coaches and national critics are calling for a college football playoff system. ...
Weber football: Wildcats find a happy heart Salt Lake Tribune, United States - They went on to tear off one of the best football seasons in school history, winning the Big Sky title and qualifying for the Football Championship ...
College football: Rivalries and doomsday scenarios Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska There are several rivalry games with conference and bowl implications this weekend, but none are going to get the attention of the one held ...
Football: D.J. Morgan and coach talk about Taft's victory Los Angeles Times, CA - Taft beat San Fernando, 40-17, in the Valley Mud Bowl -- I mean, the City Section Championship Division quarterfinals -- on Wednesday night, ...
Big Ten football season review DetNews.com, MI - As another Big Ten regular season ends, it's time to look at the best, worst and most entertaining people and moments of the season. ...
Pro Football Hall of Fame announces 25 modern-day semifinalists Pro Football Weekly, IL - By PFW staff The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced the 25 semifinalists for the Class of 2009. Included are four first-year eligible players — John ...
Mr. College Football Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - All of you are passionate about the game of college football. That is why this blog works so well. We can argue about who’s right or wrong, but there is no ...
Fantasy football picks for Week 13 Dallas Morning News, TX - You don't need me advising you to start Drew Brees and Anquan Boldin, or to steer clear of Trent Green and Earnest Wilford. So I'll spare you the obvious ...
Sports Briefing College Football No. 15 Ball State Reaches 12-0 New York Times, United States - By AP MiQuale Lewis ran for three touchdowns, and Nate Davis threw for a touchdown and ran for another Tuesday night to keep No. ...
Utah Utes, BYU football: should have solid recruiting classes Deseret News, UT - By Dick Harmon The Utes and Cougars should continue to dominate the Mountain West Conference in the quality of recruits when national letters of intent are ...
Siedlecki announces retirementBoston Globe, United States - 8 hours agoBy John Powers Jack Siedlecki retired yesterday after a dozen years as Yale's head football coach, accepting a position as an assistant athletic director at ...
Two football-playing brothers at Needham say hard times have made ... Boston Globe, United States - (Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff) Doug Morgan (left), 18, a senior fullback on Needham High School's football team, keeps an eye on his brother, Zach, 17, ...
High school football Finals preview DetNews.com, MI - "Seven players off of last year's team are playing college football somewhere. We did have more talent last year, but we have an experienced line. ...
College football playoffs aren't a new idea Los Angeles Times, CA - They were also a pretty good time to start a college football playoff, if you asked one prominent member of the coaching community. Radio host Vin Smith, ...
USU football: Former Aggie center stage in coaching drama Deseret News, UT - By Jared Eborn The rumor mill surrounding Utah State's football coaching vacancy has centered on a small group of potential replacements for Brent Guy. ...
All-area football Homestead's Harris named player of year Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WI - Last year, he was named the state's defensive player of the year by the Wisconsin Football Coaches' Association after the Highlanders lost to Arrowhead in ...
Prep Notebook Bonney Lake football coach Jeff Gardner resigns Seattle Times, United States - Jeff Gardner, who started the Bonney Lake football program when the high school opened in 2005, has resigned as head coach. By Sandy Ringer Jeff Gardner, ...
Excerpts from this week's Aggie football chat Austin American-Statesman, TX - Excerpts from this week's Aggie football live chat hosted by Statesman beat writer Randy Riggs on his blog, The 12th Word at Texas A&M. ...
Marc Narducci: Making Thanksgiving football memories Philadelphia Inquirer, It certainly will, especially since McDevitt may not play football at the next level. He is also a top lacrosse talent, the brother of former Penn Charter ...
College Football No. 1 Alabama needs a breakthrough Seattle Times, United States - It's the topic Alabama players can't escape. The top-ranked Crimson Tide's fans want to know when Alabama will reclaim the state. Six consecutive losses to. ...
Busy time with prep football, Griffins and turkey The Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com, MI - We have Thanksgiving today, Griffins home games Friday and Saturday, and, of course, the state high school football championships at Ford Field. ...
Prep Football Notebook Ferris seeking cracks in Spartans' armor Seattle Times, United States - Coaches at Ferris of Spokane will stick with their strengths after seeing no apparent weaknesses in their semifinal opponent, top-ranked Skyline. ...
Iowa all-state football teams have local flavor Quad City Times, IA - By Times staff DES MOINES — The Iowa Newspaper Association announced its 2008 All-State Football ...
Pack football: Pulling for Nevada? Then root against these teams Carson Times, NV - By Dan Hinxman Coach Chris Ault's proclamation Monday that he would recommend the Nevada football team turn down a ...
Day of thanks is more than just turkey and football Lancaster Eagle Gazette, OH -Football games will be viewed by millions, but it's not just about football. More than 200 years ago the first president of the US, with the urging of ...
Football rivalry will get personal when brothers face off Eagle Tribune, MA - Kenny and Kyle Kobierski grew up in the North Andover Booster Club Youth Football system, which means they learned one important thing: You must beat ...
ESPN-BCS Marriage Might End Up Hurting Football Washington Post, United States - There also is Thursday-Friday coverage of The Masters and US Open, "Monday Night Football", a significant schedule of Major League Baseball, NBA, NHL, ...
Coach loved football and his players Chicago Tribune, United States - By Joan Giangrasse Kates Special to the Tribune Paul Raffaelli long ago earned the love and respect of his Fenwick High School football players. ...
Ute football: Whittingham would like playoff Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska As often happens this time of year, several coaches and national critics are calling for a college football playoff system. ...
Weber football: Wildcats find a happy heart Salt Lake Tribune, United States - They went on to tear off one of the best football seasons in school history, winning the Big Sky title and qualifying for the Football Championship ...
College football: Rivalries and doomsday scenarios Salt Lake Tribune, United States - By Lya Wodraska There are several rivalry games with conference and bowl implications this weekend, but none are going to get the attention of the one held ...
Football: D.J. Morgan and coach talk about Taft's victory Los Angeles Times, CA - Taft beat San Fernando, 40-17, in the Valley Mud Bowl -- I mean, the City Section Championship Division quarterfinals -- on Wednesday night, ...
Big Ten football season review DetNews.com, MI - As another Big Ten regular season ends, it's time to look at the best, worst and most entertaining people and moments of the season. ...
Pro Football Hall of Fame announces 25 modern-day semifinalists Pro Football Weekly, IL - By PFW staff The Pro Football Hall of Fame has announced the 25 semifinalists for the Class of 2009. Included are four first-year eligible players — John ...
Mr. College Football Atlanta Journal Constitution, USA - All of you are passionate about the game of college football. That is why this blog works so well. We can argue about who’s right or wrong, but there is no ...
Fantasy football picks for Week 13 Dallas Morning News, TX - You don't need me advising you to start Drew Brees and Anquan Boldin, or to steer clear of Trent Green and Earnest Wilford. So I'll spare you the obvious ...
Sports Briefing College Football No. 15 Ball State Reaches 12-0 New York Times, United States - By AP MiQuale Lewis ran for three touchdowns, and Nate Davis threw for a touchdown and ran for another Tuesday night to keep No. ...
Utah Utes, BYU football: should have solid recruiting classes Deseret News, UT - By Dick Harmon The Utes and Cougars should continue to dominate the Mountain West Conference in the quality of recruits when national letters of intent are ...
Siedlecki announces retirementBoston Globe, United States - 8 hours agoBy John Powers Jack Siedlecki retired yesterday after a dozen years as Yale's head football coach, accepting a position as an assistant athletic director at ...
Two football-playing brothers at Needham say hard times have made ... Boston Globe, United States - (Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff) Doug Morgan (left), 18, a senior fullback on Needham High School's football team, keeps an eye on his brother, Zach, 17, ...
High school football Finals preview DetNews.com, MI - "Seven players off of last year's team are playing college football somewhere. We did have more talent last year, but we have an experienced line. ...
College football playoffs aren't a new idea Los Angeles Times, CA - They were also a pretty good time to start a college football playoff, if you asked one prominent member of the coaching community. Radio host Vin Smith, ...
USU football: Former Aggie center stage in coaching drama Deseret News, UT - By Jared Eborn The rumor mill surrounding Utah State's football coaching vacancy has centered on a small group of potential replacements for Brent Guy. ...
All-area football Homestead's Harris named player of year Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WI - Last year, he was named the state's defensive player of the year by the Wisconsin Football Coaches' Association after the Highlanders lost to Arrowhead in ...
Prep Notebook Bonney Lake football coach Jeff Gardner resigns Seattle Times, United States - Jeff Gardner, who started the Bonney Lake football program when the high school opened in 2005, has resigned as head coach. By Sandy Ringer Jeff Gardner, ...
Fantasy Football: Week 13 Connecticut Post, CT - It appears we are heading into the final days of Donovan McNabb's tenure in Philadelphia. The franchise quarterback was pulled from last Sunday's game ...
2008 Saginaw News Football Dream Team MLive.com, MI - The first-year Carrollton High School football coach worked wonders with the Cavaliers, leading the team to its first playoff appearance and its first ...
Excerpts from this week's Longhorn football chat Austin American-Statesman, TX - Alan: Sometimes I feel like Mack would even take a knee in a video football game. Q: Is the situation with Mack and Will as the HC in waiting as rosy as it ...
For some, football will be main course on Thanksgiving Austin American-Statesman, TX - By Ricardo Gándara For the first time in more than a decade, University of Texas football is complicating Thanksgiving today, which means diehard Longhorn ...
SouthtownStar/Pepsi Football Player of the Year Southtown Star, IL - Jordan Lynch, of Mount Carmel High School, is the 2008 SouthtownStar Football Player of the Year. But at Mount Carmel, with its famed option attack, ...
Pac-10 Football: Not everyone backs OSU Seattle Times, United States - In Corvallis, you've got this cuddly story — one-time perennially losing football program on the brink of the Rose Bowl — and who could resist it? ...
Thanksgiving and football enjoy a bountiful marriage Palm Beach Post, United States - and lots of football (the only conceivable explanation for why, year after year, we stomach the wretched Detroit Lions). A recent survey revealed that while ...Excerpts from this week's Aggie football chat Austin American-Statesman, TX - Excerpts from this week's Aggie football live chat hosted by Statesman beat writer Randy Riggs on his blog, The 12th Word at Texas A&M. ...
Marc Narducci: Making Thanksgiving football memories Philadelphia Inquirer, It certainly will, especially since McDevitt may not play football at the next level. He is also a top lacrosse talent, the brother of former Penn Charter ...
College Football No. 1 Alabama needs a breakthrough Seattle Times, United States - It's the topic Alabama players can't escape. The top-ranked Crimson Tide's fans want to know when Alabama will reclaim the state. Six consecutive losses to. ...
Busy time with prep football, Griffins and turkey The Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com, MI - We have Thanksgiving today, Griffins home games Friday and Saturday, and, of course, the state high school football championships at Ford Field. ...
Prep Football Notebook Ferris seeking cracks in Spartans' armor Seattle Times, United States - Coaches at Ferris of Spokane will stick with their strengths after seeing no apparent weaknesses in their semifinal opponent, top-ranked Skyline. ...
Iowa all-state football teams have local flavor Quad City Times, IA - By Times staff DES MOINES — The Iowa Newspaper Association announced its 2008 All-State Football ...
Pack football: Pulling for Nevada? Then root against these teams Carson Times, NV - By Dan Hinxman Coach Chris Ault's proclamation Monday that he would recommend the Nevada football team turn down a ...
Day of thanks is more than just turkey and football Lancaster Eagle Gazette, OH -Football games will be viewed by millions, but it's not just about football. More than 200 years ago the first president of the US, with the urging of ...
Football rivalry will get personal when brothers face off Eagle Tribune, MA - Kenny and Kyle Kobierski grew up in the North Andover Booster Club Youth Football system, which means they learned one important thing: You must beat ...
OLE MISS FOOTBALL NEWS - 11/27/08 MrSEC, Knoxville - The sports editor of The Oxford Eagle believes Ole Miss will definitely land a Cotton Bowl bid with a win tomorrow over Mississippi State. ...
Football Player of the Year: Arundel's versatile Lemon gets best ... Annapolis Capital, MD - "Any progression he's made between his junior year and senior year, you can really attribute it to the fact he dedicated himself to football," said Sean ...
College football coaches are on the hot seat Omaha World-Herald, NE - He had led the Lobos to five bowl appearances in seven seasons since 2002 — and he had the most football victories in school history. ...
Ohio State football Offensive line back where it wants to be Columbus Dispatch, OH - "We just ran our basic scheme, old-school Ohio State football," Rehring said. But it begged the question: What took everybody so long to get back on the ...
UW Football Report: TCU coach Gary Patterson isn't a candidate ... Seattle Times, United States - TCU football coach Gary Patterson was on Washington's list of candidates but there is "no interest on his part," the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported. ...
2008 Advocate Football Coach of the Year: Randy Baughman The Newark Advocate, OH Said senior Drew Ryan: "He knows when to talk football and have a good time. At practice, he can be yelling one minute and 10 minutes later, he's telling a ...
Quick Take: Cardinals (7-4) at Eagles (5-5-1)
Jim McIsaac / Getty Images Eagles running back Brian Westbrook has struggled in recent weeks. Last meeting The host Cardinals defeated the Eagles, 27-21, in 2005. Streaks The former NFC East rivals have split their only two meetings since 2002....
Vick pleads guilty, could speed release from prison
SUSSEX, Va. -- Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick pleaded guilty Tuesday to a state dogfighting charge, a move that could make him eligible to leave prison early and potentially speed up a return to pro football. Vick, 28, arrived wearing wrist and ankle shackles with his gray...
New York, New York: Rankings have a Big Apple feel
This is how the NFL's 32 teams stack up after Week 12: 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. New York Giants 10-1 2 They've long made the argument to be on top,...
Colts back as contender, but road to Super Bowl won't be easy
Lenny Ignelzi / Associated Press Adam Vinatieri's 51-yard boot set up the Colts for a late-season march toward the playoffs. Once again, the Colts force us to pay attention to them. And not the same way we did when they were 3-4 and seemingly headed nowhere.
Struggling Eagles host Cardinals team on brink of playoff berth
It's no time to celebrate for Donovan McNabb and the Philadelphia Eagles. An unpleasant Thanksgiving in Philadelphia could await McNabb, two days after his birthday and four days after being benched for the first time in his career, if he struggles again and the...
Steelers' Parker questionable for Patriots
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers, unable to get their running game going recently without Willie Parker, may not have Parker or four other starters for Sunday's key AFC game at New England. Defensive end Brett Keisel could miss three games with a sprained medial...
Nov 26, 2008
AFC-best Titans looking for bounce-back game against Lions
The Tennessee Titans are looking to rebound from a loss for the first time this year. Rose in bed of weeds The one bright spot to the cruelty of this callous Lions season? A new star is emerging and fans will finally get a chance to take a look, writes Thomas George. More ...
Falcons' Turner proving hard to take down, even harder to ignore
Matthew Stockman / Getty Images Falcons running back Michael Turner is one of the league's toughest players to take down. The decision said everything. With Jason Elam already running onto the field, Falcons coach Mike Smith called his kicker back to...
Quick Take: Chiefs (1-10) at Raiders (3-8)
Doug Pensinger / Getty Images The Raiders will look to pound the ball against the struggling Chiefs defense. Last meeting Darren McFadden rushed for 164 yards and a touchdown to lead the Raiders past the Chiefs, 23-8, in Week 2. Streaks The Chiefs...
Cowboys hope to boost playoff hopes against stumbling Seahawks
With Tony Romo returning to form and getting in sync with Terrell Owens, the Dallas Cowboys appear to be putting their mid-season slump long behind them. Romo and Owens look to lead the Cowboys to their third straight victory and boost their playoff hopes when they host the...
Retirement can wait for Warner, who has some unfinished business
Jeff Robinson / Associated Press MVP candidate Kurt Warner has the Cardinals on the verge of their first division title in 33 years. TEMPE, Ariz. -- When Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner takes the same field as Donovan McNabb Thursday night in Philadelphia, he...
Browns' Quinn to miss last five games with broken finger
BEREA, Ohio -- Brady Quinn's opportunity came and went in a hurry. He waited his whole life to make the NFL and then 1½ years more for his first start for the Cleveland Browns. And then, it was gone -- a three-and-out more painful than any before. Brady Quinn,...
Light, Crowder fined $15K each by NFL but avoid suspensions
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Matt Light of the New England Patriots and Channing Crowder of the Miami Dolphins were fined $15,000 apiece by the NFL on Wednesday for what the league called "a verbal and physical altercation" last Sunday. Neither will be suspended, the...
New stadiums are pulling out all the stops
Dallas Cowboys The Cowboys' new stadium, set to open next season, has been designed to maximize the fans' overall experience. Take a quick spin around the web site devoted to the Dallas Cowboys' new stadium, and you can't help but be overwhelmed by...
Bills look to salvage playoff hopes against Niners
The Buffalo Bills have some swagger back on offense, but now they need to keep it going in order to boost their playoff hopes. That shouldn't be much of a problem against the lowly San Francisco 49ers. After snapping a four-game losing streak with their best offensive...
A look at what's ahead in Week 13
12:30 p.m. ET, CBS (Thurs.) Tennessee at Detroit Matchup Storyline Did you know? Series leader: Titans, 6-3. Streaks: The Titans have won four of the last five matchups against the Lions, including a 24-19 win in the most recent matchup on Jan. 2, 2005. While this...
Polamalu vs. Cassel among the big battles in Week 13
Getty Images Patriots QB Matt Cassel has been on fire, but he faces his toughest challenge yet against Troy Polamalu and the Steelers. Here are some key matchups to watch for Week 13: Chicago LB Lance Briggs vs. Minnesota RB Adrian Peterson ...
Manly House of Football: Awkward playoff potential
It was hard to watch the Saints knock the playoff stuffing out of the Packers and shake the nagging thought: "How the hell do the Chargers tell Drew Brees to pack his bags?!" Nothing against Phillip Rivers, but you compound that decision with the switch from Marty Schottenheimer...
Turner leads playoff-contending Falcons into clash with former team
Michael Turner made the most of limited opportunities with the San Diego Chargers. Now, nobody's getting the ball more often than LaDainian Tomlinson's former backup. The Atlanta Falcons, one of the NFL's top rushing teams thanks to Turner, look to at least keep...
Colts look for fifth straight win against struggling Browns
The Indianapolis Colts appear to have saved their season with four straight nail-biting victories. The Cleveland Browns' year just keeps getting worse. The Browns will be without quarterback Brady Quinn for the rest of the season, which means Derek Anderson will start Sunday...
Understudies become stars in Giants' off-Broadway hit
It would hardly be a stretch of the imagination to state that many New York Giants season ticket holders also attend Broadway shows along Manhattan's Great White Way. Giants 37, Cardinals 29 NFL Films takes you inside the sights and sounds from the...
Porter apologizes, says incident blown out of proportion
DAVIE, Fla. -- Miami Dolphins linebacker Joey Porter apologized Wednesday for not leaving the field during Sunday's game against New England, but said the incident was blown out of proportion. The NFL sack leader would not leave the game as Dolphins first-year coach Tony...
Foot injury could sideline Fletcher for first time in his career
ASHBURN, Va. -- London Fletcher was one of three Redskins defensive starters unable to practice Wednesday because of foot injuries, putting the middle linebacker's streak of 130 consecutive NFL starts in jeopardy. Fletcher sprained his foot in last week's 20-17...
Giants 37, Cardinals 29
Game capsule Manning leads Giants in desert Eli Manning insists he never flashed back to his previous game in Glendale. Everyone who watched him Sunday must have. Manning threw for three touchdowns in his return to the scene of his Super Bowl MVP performance and the New...
Bears, Vikings square off for first place in the NFC North
If the Minnesota Vikings learned anything from their last matchup with the Chicago Bears, it may be that they should stick with the rushing attack. When the Bears visit the Metrodome on Sunday night with first place in the NFC North at stake, it seems likely they will get a big dose...
Tynes asks president to commute brother's sentence
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Placekicker Lawrence Tynes of the Super Bowl champion New York Giants has asked the Bush administration to commute a lengthy sentence given to his brother for distributing marijuana. Tynes, who kicked the winning field goal in the NFC title game in...
Bengals' Johnson, Lewis ready to move on
CINCINNATI -- Asked if he has learned anything from his benching for a verbal altercation with a Cincinnati Bengals coach, receiver Chad Johnson thought for a few seconds before barely smiling and giving a one-word answer. Chad Johnson, WR Cincinnati Bengals ...
Anatomy of a Play: Fine line between stupid and spectacular
The Jets are now the team to beat in the AFC. If you disagree, you should take a look at their last two performances, each an impressive road win over a playoff contender. In two wins against the 7-4 Patriots and 10-1 Titans, the Jets rushed for 165 yards per game and had a...
Bills safety Whitner back at practice, could return against 49ers
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Strong safety Donte Whitner returned to practice Wednesday, creating the chance the Buffalo Bills' defensive leader will be ready to play against San Francisco this weekend. Coach Dick Jauron said he'll have a better idea of Whitner's status...
Anatomy of a Play: Slowing down Cards' dynamic passing game
Statistically, the Arizona Cardinals have one of the best passing offenses in NFL history and Kurt Warner is one of two quarterbacks this season (New Orleans' Drew Brees is the other) who are on pace to break Dan Marino's NFL single-season passing record of 5,084 yards.
Harris, Smith return to practice for Jets after injuries
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets linebacker David Harris and safety Eric Smith both returned to practice Wednesday for the first time since suffering injuries last month. Sterling Sharpe chat "I like [the Jets'] chances the rest of the way. I like how they play.
Bears cornerback Vasher out indefinitely with fractured hand
LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Chicago Bears defensive back Nathan Vasher has a fractured right hand and will miss Sunday night's game against the Minnesota Vikings when the teams meet for first place in the NFC North. Vasher, who'd missed three games earlier this season with...
RB Williams a solid start vs. Packers, E. Manning a risk in Week 13
Stephen Dunn/Getty Images Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams is having the best fantasy season of his entire NFL career. Start of the Week Team Player Analysis Carolina Panthers DeAngelo Williams Williams, who ranks sixth in the NFL in rushing yards,...
Cassel growing confidence, but faces tough test as Pats host Steelers
The subject of criticism earlier this season as he attempted to fill the shoes of the reigning NFL MVP, Matt Cassel has been anything but a liability for the New England Patriots lately. Still, he hasn't seen anything like the Pittsburgh Steelers defense. Four downs ...
Raiders running game seeks to end Chiefs' domination in Oakland
Oakland has been dominated at home by the Kansas City Chiefs in recent years, partly because it has had a tough time gaining yards on the ground. Running the ball, however, is one of the few things the Raiders have been able to do well this season. Fan feedback Is Tyler...
Favre leads hottest team in great fantasy matchup vs. Broncos
Note: Standard fantasy scoring is used -- six points for a rush/rec TD, one point per 10 yards rush/rec. Titans at Lions Green Light: LenDale White has struggled lately, but he and Chris Johnson should run all over the Lions' 32nd-ranked run defense. Bo Scaife has...
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Bills injured DE Schobel resumes light workouts
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Defensive end Aaron Schobel is on track to return within three weeks after the Buffalo Bills' top pass-rusher began light workouts to test his injured left foot this week, The Associated Press has learned. Aaron Schobel, DE Buffalo Bills ...
Lions may be winless, but they possess one of NFL's best
Domenic Centofanti / Getty Images While the Lions have struggled, Calvin Johnson is having a breakout season. A cruelty of this callous 0-11 Detroit Lions season was the setup. The Lions were a buoyant 4-0 in preseason games. They even toppled the defending...
Titans RB Johnson should rebound with some nice matchups
Good Matchups Chris Johnson, RB, Titans: Johnson had been a non-factor in fantasy the last three weeks. He had just 118 yards rushing and no touchdowns over that stretch. Look for this to change in his next two matchups, as he faces ever fantasy owners' favorite defense, the Lions...
Role players adding spice to Saints' already-zesty gumbo
Tony Gutierrez / Associated Press Extra effort has helped the diminutive Lance Moore make his mark in the NFL. Fresh off New Orleans capping an NFL-record week for scoring (837 points) with a 51-29 victory over Green Bay on Monday night, the Saints acknowledged...
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