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NFL gives Jets LB Pace a four-game suspension for violating drug policy 2 July 2009, 7:19 pm
The NFL suspended New York Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay Thursday for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Pace will miss the Jets' first four games of the 2009 season and is eligible to return for their Oct. 12 game at Miami.... -
Vick's new bankruptcy plan pays creditors more, protects personal items 2 July 2009, 6:10 pm
Suspended quarterback Michael Vick has submitted a revised bankruptcy plan that funnels more of his future earnings to creditors, though a judge didn't immediately rule on the proposal.... -
'The Fridge' improving his health with help from family, friends 2 July 2009, 4:43 pm
Michael Dean Perry knows the day is coming when his good-natured, gap-toothed older brother, who's nicknamed "The Fridge," will be back to his old, affable self.... -
Florida judge won't release video of Stallworth crash that killed pedestrian 2 July 2009, 1:10 pm
A judge refused Thursday to release surveillance video depicting the moment that a car driven by Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth struck and killed a pedestrian in a drunk-driving crash.... -
Steelers owner Rooney sworn in as U.S. ambassador, traveling to Ireland 2 July 2009, 12:36 pm
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney is making his first official trip as U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, one day after being sworn in by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.... -
Bengals first-round pick Smith would like to avoid holdout, attend camp 30 June 2009, 7:46 pm
Cincinnati Bengals rookie Andre Smith, the sixth overall pick in the draft, said Tuesday that he hopes to be signed and in training camp on time because a holdout could hamper his transition from left tackle to right tackle.... -
Patriots LB Bruschi hasn't decided on playing future beyond '09 season 30 June 2009, 6:34 pm
New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi said Tuesday that he hasn't considered whether he'll keep playing after 2009, which will be his 14th season in the NFL and with the team.... -
Stafford, Sanchez helping each other with pressures of being rookie QBs 30 June 2009, 5:35 pm
Matthew Stafford and Mark Sanchez are rich beyond comprehension long before throwing their first official NFL pass. The accompanying pressure can be overwhelming, so Stafford and Sanchez often find themselves seeking someone who understands their situation. They call each other.... -
Thousands gather to remember Iowa high school football coach 29 June 2009, 6:39 pm
Thousands of mourners gathered Monday to remember a slain high school football coach as a man of faith who believed in leading by example.... -
Supreme Court will hear antitrust case over team merchandise 29 June 2009, 11:57 am
The Supreme Court agreed Monday to decide whether the National Football League and its 32 teams can enter an exclusive licensing deal with a maker of team jerseys and other gear without violating federal antitrust law....
CBSSports.com
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Fledgling league open to having Vick play in October 3 July 2009, 12:24 pm
When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players. ... -
Fisher leads contingent of coaches on visit to Iraq 3 July 2009, 11:45 am
Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher, the New York Giants' Tom Coughlin, the Baltimore Ravens' John Harbaugh, former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden are taking part in the first NFL-USO coaches tour over the Fourth of July weekend.. ... -
Fugitive charge against Leaf dismissed in Wash. 2 July 2009, 9:59 pm
A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed. ... -
Panthers sign TE Davie off waivers from Jets 2 July 2009, 5:04 pm
The Carolina Panthers are taking another chance with a former minor league baseball player. The franchise that once drafted and started quarterback Chris Weinke claimed rookie tight end Andrew Davie off waivers from the New York Jets on Thursday. ... -
'Fridge' slowly improving in Guillain-Barre battle 2 July 2009, 3:39 pm
Michael Dean Perry knows the day is coming when his good-natured, gap-toothed older brother nicknamed 'The Fridge' will be back to his old, affable self. ... -
Jets 'backer Pace suspended four games 2 July 2009, 2:50 pm
The NFL has suspended Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. ... -
All Over/Under Team: D'Q, Henderson at opposite ends 2 July 2009, 2:41 pm
Browns LB D'Qwell Jackson gets big a shout-out; Jags DT John Henderson gets a big call-out. For better and worse, Pete Prisco goes team to team nailing a most overrated and underrated player for each. ... -
Steelers owner sworn in as ambassador to Ireland 2 July 2009, 12:54 pm
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney is making his first official trip as U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, one day after being sworn in by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. ... -
CFL issues fine for bizarre TD tribute to Michael Jackson 2 July 2009, 10:25 am
The Canadian Football League fined Toronto Argonauts receiver Arland Bruce for 'excessive actions' during his tribute to Michael Jackson after scoring a touchdown. ... -
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SI.com
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UFL commissioner: League is willing to sign Vick 3 July 2009, 12:06 pm
NEW YORK (AP) -- When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players. ... -
Ross Tucker: Why rookies have no excuse for misbehavior 3 July 2009, 9:19 am
The fame and fortune that comes with playing in the NFL can be too much for some rookies. But Ross Tucker says new pros now have no excuse for misbehavior. ... -
Lawyer: Leaf's Washington state case dismissed 2 July 2009, 10:19 pm
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) -- A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed. ... -
Payton, others lose $1.9M in film tax credit deal 2 July 2009, 6:40 pm
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- At least 16 people associated with the New Orleans Saints, including coach Sean Payton, quarterback Drew Brees and Hall of Famer Archie Manning, are among investors who lost $1.9 million. ... -
Vick files revised bankruptcy plan; no ruling yet 2 July 2009, 5:23 pm
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Suspended NFL star Michael Vick has submitted a revised bankruptcy plan that funnels more of his future earnings to creditors, though a judge did not immediately rule on the proposal. ... -
'Fridge' improving with help from family, friends 2 July 2009, 5:09 pm
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) -- Michael Dean Perry knows the day is coming when his good-natured, gap-toothed older brother nicknamed "The Fridge" will be back to his old, affable self. ... -
NFL suspends Jets' Pace for first 4 games of '09 2 July 2009, 2:58 pm
NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL has suspended Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. ... -
Judge refuses to release Stallworth crash video 2 July 2009, 10:11 am
MIAMI (AP) -- A judge in Miami is being asked to publicly release surveillance video of the drunk-driving crash in which Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth struck and killed a pedestrian. ... -
Jaguars deal Northcutt to Lions for S Alexander 30 June 2009, 4:26 pm
The Jacksonville Jaguars have traded receiver Dennis Northcutt to the Detroit Lions for safety Gerald Alexander. ... -
Newly signed draftees: Giants' 3rd 30 June 2009, 2:30 pm
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -The New York Giants have signed running back Andre Brown, their fourth-round selection from North Carolina State. ...
ESPN.com
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ESPN.com has launched many new football widgets that offer scores, stats, and news 3 July 2009, 5:43 pm
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New United Football League will consider Michael Vick 3 July 2009, 4:39 pm
When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players.... -
Fugitive action against Ryan Leaf dismissed in Washington state 2 July 2009, 9:16 pm
A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed.... -
Part-owner Troy Aikman throws out first pitch at San Diego Padres game 2 July 2009, 3:52 pm
Twenty-five years after drawing interest from the Mets coming out of high school, Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman is dabbling in baseball again.... -
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney sworn in as ambassador to Ireland 2 July 2009, 2:39 pm
Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney is making his first official trip as U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, one day after being sworn in by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.... -
Calvin Pace of New York Jets suspended four games for violating NFL performance-enhancing drug policy 2 July 2009, 2:35 pm
New York Jets linebacker Calvin Pace has been suspended for the first four games of the 2009 NFL regular season for violating the league's performance-enhancing substance policy.... -
Video in Donte Stallworth DUI accident remains sealed 2 July 2009, 10:52 am
A Miami judge is refusing to release surveillance video of a fatal drunk-driving crash involving Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth.... -
Jacksonville Jaguars trade Dennis Northcutt to Detroit Lions for Gerald Alexander 30 June 2009, 4:35 pm
The Jaguars have traded receiver Dennis Northcutt to the Lions for safety Gerald Alexander.... -
New England Patriots' Tedy Bruschi unsure of future beyond 2009 30 June 2009, 4:00 pm
Tedy Bruschi isn't looking beyond the upcoming season.... -
Former Kansas City Chiefs lineman Richard Baldinger won't face charges after accident 30 June 2009, 8:15 am
Former Chiefs offensive lineman Rich Baldinger will not face charges in a traffic accident that left a 61-year-old woman dead....
Yahoo Sports
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New league UFL to consider signing Vick (AP) 3 July 2009, 12:44 pm
When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players. Michael Huyghue, the commissioner of the new four-team league, says the UFL is willing to give Vick a place to play -- provided there are no pending legal issues. His rights belong to the Orlando franchise. "One of the things that is important in our premiere season is to showcase the quality of talent...... -
NFL coaches visit troops in Iraq (AP) 3 July 2009, 10:46 am
The soldiers expressed their gratitude over and over to the NFL coaches who made the trip to Iraq. "They kept thanking us," said the Tennessee Titans' Jeff Fisher. "We kept thanking them." Fisher, the New York Giants' Tom Coughlin, the Baltimore Ravens' John Harbaugh, former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher and former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden are...... -
Leaf case in Washington state dismissed (AP) 2 July 2009, 8:57 pm
A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed. The Whatcom County prosecutor had filed an interstate fugitive case against Leaf after he was arrested by federal Customs agents as he crossed the border from Canada in mid-June on his way to face drug and burglary charges in Texas.... -
Saints lose money in tax credit deal (AP) 2 July 2009, 6:21 pm
At least 16 people associated with the New Orleans Saints, including coach Sean Payton, quarterback Drew Brees and Hall of Famer Archie Manning, are among investors who lost $1.9 million. Kevin Houser, cut Monday as the team's long snapper after eight years, said Thursday he and at least 26 others bought what they thought were state film industry tax credits from Louisiana Film Studios in...... -
Jury awards DE Taylor, partners $1.5M (AP) 2 July 2009, 4:57 pm
A jury in the U.S. Virgin Islands has awarded Miami Dolphins defensive end Jason Taylor and two partners the return of a $1.5 million deposit from the botched sale of a private island. The NFL star, who recently signed a $1.5 million, one-year contract to come back to the Dolphins, will be given his share of the deposit, plus expenses, after a jury determined that the seller breached a 2004...... -
Jets LB Pace gets 4-game drug suspension (AP) 2 July 2009, 2:32 pm
The NFL suspended Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay Thursday for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Pace will miss New York's first four games of the season and be eligible to return for the Monday night game at Miami on Oct. 12. In a statement issued by the Jets, Pace said the ban is a result of him taking an over-the-counter dietary...... -
Judge won't release Stallworth video (AP) 2 July 2009, 10:41 am
A judge refused Thursday to release surveillance video depicting the moment a car driven by Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth struck and killed a pedestrian in a drunk-driving crash. Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Dennis Murphy said the privacy interests of the family of victim Mario Reyes outweighed the public's right to view the video....
Fox Sports
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UFL will consider signing Vick for debut season 3 July 2009, 1:49 pm
When the United Football League debuts in October, Michael Vick could be one of its players. Michael Huyghue, the commissioner of the new four-team league, says the UFL is willing to give Vick a place to play - provided there are no pending legal issues. His rights belong to the Orlando franchise. Vick already has served an 18-month sentence in federal prison for his involvement in a dogfighting ring.... -
VIDEO: Pressure on Jets' Gholston 3 July 2009, 10:53 am
The suspension of LB Calvin Pace puts even more heat on the shoulders of Vernon Gholston to prove he's no bust, Alex Marvez says.... -
Schein's Nine: Eagles finally have WRs 3 July 2009, 9:23 am
For years the Eagles' wide receivers were a punchline. But Donovan McNabb has no more room to complain, Adam Schein says.... -
Lawyer: Fugitive case against Leaf dismissed 3 July 2009, 7:33 am
A lawyer for Ryan Leaf says a fugitive action filed against the former NFL quarterback in Washington state has been dismissed. The Whatcom County prosecutor had filed an interstate fugitive case against Leaf after he was arrested by federal Customs agents as he crossed the border from Canada in mid-June on his way to face drug and burglary charges in Texas. Leaf posted bond in Bellingham, Wash.... -
'Fridge' improving with help from family, friends 2 July 2009, 5:10 pm
Michael Dean Perry knows the day is coming when his good-natured, gap-toothed older brother nicknamed "The Fridge" will be back to his old, affable self. But that will take some time and William Perry understands that, Michael Dean said.... -
Jets' Pace suspended 4 games for PED violation 2 July 2009, 2:49 pm
The NFL has suspended Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Pace will miss New York's first four games of the season and will be eligible to return for the Jets' Monday night game at Miami on Oct. 12. In a statement issued by the team Thursday, Pace said the suspension is a result of taking an over-the-counter dietary supplement that he was unaware violated the NFL's policy.... -
VIDEO: Schein rants on Eli Manning 2 July 2009, 11:43 am
Big Apple personas Tiki, Strahan, Shockey and Plax are gone. Now the Giants' shy QB can finally take charge, Adam Schein says.... -
Judge refuses to release Stallworth crash video 2 July 2009, 10:42 am
A Miami judge is refusing to release surveillance video of a fatal drunk-driving crash involving Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth. Circuit Judge Dennis Murphy ruled Thursday that making the video public would violate the privacy of victim Mario Reyes' family. News organizations wanted the judge to order the video's release by prosecutors. The family and prosecutors wanted the video sealed despite Florida's strong public records laws.... -
Where will Wildcat offense go from here? 2 July 2009, 10:06 am
Last September the Dolphins started a hot trend with the Wildcat offense. Alex Marvez says it's here to stay, especially in Miami....
Daves Football Blog
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So Long, And Thanks For All The Football 5 February 2009, 6:00 am
In August of 2004, I launched this humble little football blog with no other purpose than to share my thoughts on “our modern-day gladiators” in the National Football League. The four and a half years since then have been quite an adventure, but alas, all adventures must end, and I have decided it’s time to [...]... -
Going on Hiatus 22 December 2008, 8:05 am
Dave’s Football Blog is going on hiatus while I deal with issues involving an uncooperative web host whose servers can’t seem to handle Wordpress anymore. If you’re subscribed to the RSS feed, please stay subscribed for the time being. Further announcements will follow.... -
Dead Birds Tell No Tales 19 December 2008, 8:48 am
We’ll never know why a flock of pigeons decided it was a good idea to hang out on a football pitch while San Lorenzo was playing Tigre in a rare three-team playoff for the Argentine Apertura title. We’ll never know what that bird was thinking just before Gaston Aguirre’s clearance kick fatally wounded it — [...]... -
Bowling Bets Gone Bad 17 December 2008, 10:08 am
Tuesday: “Dude, there’s no way you get that spare.” “What’s that, tubby? You think I can’t get a 7-10 split?” “You couldn’t get a split if you had the frickin’ banana, brah.” “You wanna put a few bucks on that?” “Oh, I’ll do you one better, brah. If you get that spare, I’ll wear a David Carr jersey to the [...]... -
But What Does Cleveland Think? 15 December 2008, 9:17 am
There’s no way for me to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers’ highly dubious game-winning touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in an objective manner. Is there any way to be 100% certain that one molecule of that football crossed the invisible plain that rises up in a perpendicular angle from the very front of the goal line? [...]... -
Link: Dwayne DeRosario and Pattern Recognition 15 December 2008, 8:50 am
My latest post at World Soccer Daily talks about MLS, USL, Dwayne DeRosario and pareidolia. I'm sure those WSD boys appreciate one of their bloggers writing about MLS in the middle of December...... -
Is Arena Football Doomed? 10 December 2008, 1:43 pm
News reports are emerging that the Arena Football League is planning on canceling its 2009 season because of economic concerns. Apparently, jumping into bed with ESPN didn’t save this league after all. On one hand, it would be sad to see Arena Football disappear, as it has been entertaining in the past, and if nothing else, [...]... -
Link: High School Running Back Misreads the Field 9 December 2008, 5:01 pm
Deadspin serves up video of a kid who didn't realize the end zone was another 5-10 yards down the field. Clearly, we must find the thieving bastard who stole those orange pylons...... -
Two Things 9 December 2008, 8:47 am
First, I’d like to thank the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for 1.) forgetting how to tackle and last night, and 2.) with the exception of Antonio Bryant, forgetting how to catch a football. That was quite pleasant to watch, and one day, I hope to write about it. (Sportz Assassin offers this recap at FanHaus.) Second, the [...]... -
That’s One Way to Break a Tackle 3 December 2008, 11:01 am
If this had been, say, Steve Slaton of the Houston Texans and not Joey Walton of Lewiston High School in Idaho, this play would have been challenged by the opposing coach in a heartbeat, and we would have seen about 5 different angles on this cartwheel in slow-motion instant replay, and maybe one of them [...]...
Football News Blog
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NFL Players And Money 2 May 2007, 6:06 am
One of the questions people always ask me about being an NFL player is, “what is it like making so much money at such a young age?” I have to say that it is very difficult to go from being young and having no money to being young and a millionaire because you do not know [...]... -
NFL Training Camp - This Is Where Football Begins 11 April 2007, 5:21 pm
As a former NFL player, NFL training camp is where the real work begins, especially for rookies and un-drafted athletes who want to try and make a team. Prior to training camp, you may have been on vacation or spending time with friends and family. But the fun is over the moment you are given your [...]...
Every Morning Quarterback
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Calvin Pace Suspended Four Games 2 July 2009, 6:14 pm
The NFL suspended N.Y. Jets linebacker Calvin Pace four games without pay today for violating the league’s Policy on Performing Enhancing Substances. Calvin will miss the first four games of the 2009 regular season. So, he will see his first action October 12 against Miami. Apparently Calvin took an over-the-counter dietary supplement that contained a substance [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Calvin Pace Suspended Four Games... -
Cris Carter Warns NFL Rookies at Symposium 1 July 2009, 8:05 pm
On the final day of the National Football League’s annual Rookie Symposium today, former Minnesota Vikings receiver—and should be Hall of Famer—Cris Carter lectured players about the potential dangers of making poor life decisions. Hopefully, the they will take Cris’ words to heart. Cris made poor decisions in his own life, dealing with alcoholism and addiction. [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Cris Carter Warns NFL Rookies at Symposium... -
LenDale White Wants to Keep the Weight Off 30 June 2009, 6:52 pm
Tennessee Titans running back LenDale White is a svelte 229 pounds these days. That’s a far cry from the portly 261 pounds he was lugging around last season. And with Titans OTAs and minicamps officially over, LenDale is promising to remain disciplined so he can report to training camp (inside of one month) in the [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback LenDale White Wants to Keep the Weight Off... -
Will Tedy Bruschi Retire After 2009 Season? 30 June 2009, 6:06 pm
New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi might be preparing for his final season in the NFL. After 13 years with the Pats, Tedy says he won’t commit to anything beyond this season. I guess he can see the handwriting on the wall. Tedy’s coming off a season where he really didn’t play on third downs [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Will Tedy Bruschi Retire After 2009 Season?... -
Ralph Wilson Happy With Toronto Agreement 29 June 2009, 8:51 pm
Buffalo Bills owner Ralph Wilson says he wants to wait two or three years before deciding if his team will play more than one regular season game per year in Canada. The Bills are currently committed to playing in Toronto through 2012 (five regular season games and three preseason games) and that scenario is good [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Ralph Wilson Happy With Toronto Agreement... -
Twitterer Pretending to be Davone Bess 29 June 2009, 5:59 pm
There’s another fake “Twitterer” on the loose, this time pretending to be Miami Dolphins receiver Davone Bess. Davone is charging that someone struggling to fill the hours is impersonating him on a Twitter site under the name LamboWeezy. The page is not accessible, so I couldn’t get a look at it. But Davone intends to [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Twitterer Pretending to be Davone Bess... -
Percy Harvin Goes Home Sick Again 29 June 2009, 5:33 pm
Minnesota Vikings rookie receiver Percy Harvin might want to check his multivitamin. Or buy a fresh supply of Airborne®. He was sent home sick from the National Football League Rookie Symposium after becoming ill today. Normally, I wouldn’t have given the news another thought. But it was the second time Percy has become ill after [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Percy Harvin Goes Home Sick Again... -
Shawne Merriman: ‘Just Watch’ 28 June 2009, 10:25 pm
San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman has fully healed from the knee surgery that caused him to miss most of last season. And with three full seasons behind him, he’s back with a vengeance and eager to show people how he’s living in the present: “People haven’t seen the best of me, not at all. [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Shawne Merriman: ‘Just Watch’... -
Roger Goodell to Review Vick, Burress 28 June 2009, 9:53 pm
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell will be spending his summer reviewing the legal situations of a number of different players—most notably receiver Plaxico Burress and quarterback Michael Vick. The Commissioner said he was beginning to focus on evaluating Michael’s situation and that a decision will come in “due time” on whether to reinstate him. Commissioner Goodell [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback Roger Goodell to Review Vick, Burress... -
2009 NFL Training Camp Dates and Locations 26 June 2009, 7:14 pm
Here are the 2009 National Football League training camp dates and locations. For each team, the first date listed is when rookies report and the second date is when vets are supposed to show up. The Cleveland Browns will be the first team to open camp when their rookies report July 24. Arizona Northern Arizona [...]Post from: Every Morning Quarterback 2009 NFL Training Camp Dates and Locations...
Real Football 365
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Morrison becoming leader of Raiders’ defense 3 July 2009, 3:08 am
Although the Oakland Raiders feature several playmakers on defense, linebacker Kirk Morrison has assumed the role as the unit's leader. Since arriving in the Bay Area in 2005, Morrison hasn’t missed a game and has compiled nearly 500 tackles. With the Raiders poised to break a string of six consecutive losing seasons, Morrison and the Oakland defense will have to do their part in 2009. While ...... -
Bess makes right moves with Twitter mess 3 July 2009, 3:01 am
The Internet and popularity of social networks are changing the way that sports journalism is reported. ESPN has made a habit of showing Twitter messages (also known as Tweets) of NBA players on its homepage. So, it's no surprise that a few idiots in the world have decided to imitate these high-profile members of the athletic community. They think it's hilarious. Well, Miami Dolphins wide ...... -
49ers’ linebacking corps set to emerge in 2009 3 July 2009, 3:00 am
While linebacker Patrick Willis garners most of the headlines, the San Francisco 49ers have a handful of other options set to break out at the position. With Mike Singletary now in control, there’s a good chance the team’s linebacking corps will progress into one of the top units in the NFL. Willis’ accomplishments have been well documented with two Pro Bowl appearances in his first two seasons ...... -
“Deterring bad behavior” 2 July 2009, 3:02 am
I'm a proponent of the death penalty, and I say that fully aware that most criminologists do not believe it stops crime. In fact, according to a study published at Northwestern University School of Law’s Journal of Criminal Law and Criminology, 88 percent of the country's top criminologists do not believe the death penalty acts as a deterrent to homicide. Similarly, 87 percent believe that ...... -
Bills’ style of bad far better than Lions’ disastrous take 2 July 2009, 3:02 am
Like all sports fans ever, Buffalo Bills backers can take solace in not getting gut-punched every single week last season like Detroit Lions adherents. Except maybe they can’t: At least Detroit never teased its followers with playoff dreams or an undefeated September. Lions fans were stuck in a rotten relationship, but their partner never pretended it was anything other than dysfunctional. ...... -
Bills must avoid falling in a depressing depression 1 July 2009, 3:03 am
The Buffalo Bills couldn’t hold a lead last season. It wasn’t merely on a game-by-game basis: They blew it on a global scale. The squad notoriously plummeted from divisional studs to sub-.500 playoff outcasts; in doing so, the Bills proved that no lead is safe. That maxim applies to whoever tops the AFC East in September as well as to individual contests. Buffalo must remain continually ...... -
TE Miller key to Oakland’s passing game in 2009 1 July 2009, 3:02 am
While many question marks surround the Oakland Raiders’ wide receiving corps, the tight end position is in good hands thanks to Zach Miller -- who proved to be one of quarterback JaMarcus Russell’s favorite targets a year ago and their relationship is expected to flourish even more during the upcoming season. For a young and developing signal caller, having a dependable tight end is one of the ...... -
Bills won’t export themselves (any further) (for now) 30 June 2009, 3:12 am
Buffalo Bills fans don’t have to worry about losing another alleged home game to Ontario, at least not yet. Um, yay? Owner Ralph Wilson claimed in an Associated Press interview that he’s pleased with the Treaty of Toronto’s current terms, and won’t reconsider them for “two or three years.” If accurate, that means the Bills get to be the Bills, at least for most of the season; they're rightly ...... -
Time running out for Raiders’ Walker 30 June 2009, 3:04 am
Wide receiver Javon Walker’s tenure in Oakland has been turbulent thus far, but his importance during the upcoming season is crucial. The Raiders deploy an inexperienced group of wideouts and Walker must become the catalyst the team expected him to be. If Oakland’s passing game is able to get back on track this year, Walker’s leadership and production must take a major step forward. As the ...... -
Dolphins will get noticed in entertaining AFC East 30 June 2009, 3:03 am
The NFC East has been called The Beast for quite some time because of the talent its teams possess. If offseason moves are any indication, though, the AFC East may soon be the king of the jungle known as the NFL. Every team in the division improved or added players who will raise their public profile. The Buffalo Bills, a young team, got Terrell Owens and are naturally more mature with another ......
Sporting News
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Steelers' OT Starks signs 4-year contract 23 June 2009, 4:06 pm
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Offensive tackle Max Starks has signed a four-year contract that keeps him with t...... -
La'Roi Glover retires after 13 seasons 22 June 2009, 3:06 pm
usac/dzelio usac/jsalter jshofls fasst371ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Veteran defensive tackle La'Roi Glove......