Football News
Bears' Tillman (ankle) expected to play Sunday
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 23:53
Chicago Bears cornerback Charles Tillman practiced on Friday after suffering an ankle injury and is expected to play against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Ryan: No decision on Tebow's status vs. Cards
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 23:46
New York Jets coach Rex Ryan said he has not made a decision on whether to deactivate Tim Tebow, who has two fractured ribs, for the game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday at MetLife Stadium.
Rams' Amendola misses 2nd straight practice
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 01:42
St. Louis Rams wide receiver Danny Amendola wore a walking boot and missed a second straight day of practice.
The Hard Count: Week 13 desperation plays
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 22:26
Christopher Harris previews Week 13's action, including a number of potential desperation plays for owners seeking a playoff berth.
Fox: Harbaugh made the call any coach would
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 22:08
Tough decision based on results, regardless of message to injured players
Vikings list Harvin as doubtful vs. Packers
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 22:00
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin has been listed as doubtful to play the rival Packers on Sunday because of a sprained left ankle.
Source: Jets planning for Tebow to be inactive
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 21:41
New York Jets coach Rex Ryan has made plans to designate backup quarterback Tim Tebow as inactive for Sunday's game to provide time for his two fractured ribs to heal, according to a source.
Clayton: AFC playoff races wrapping up early
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 21:32
Three of conference's four division titles could be clinched Sunday
Raiders suspend starting LB McClain for 2 games
Sports Illustrated - 30 Nov 2012 21:01
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- The Oakland Raiders suspended linebacker Rolando McClain on Friday for two games for conduct detrimental to the team after sending him home from practice earlier in the week.
Bears' Urlacher to appeal fine for Peterson hit
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 20:03
Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher plans to appeal a fine levied by the NFL for a horse collar tackle on Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson on Sunday.
Cowboys' Murray (foot) finally set to return
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 19:59
Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray set to return.
Peter King: RGIII's smarts, skills leave opposing defenses scrambling
Sports Illustrated - 30 Nov 2012 19:51
Robert Griffin III has dominated the thoughts of the Giants defense heading into a Week 13 duel with the Redskins. Peter King breaks down what makes the rookie so dangerous.
Steelers' Foote awarded $1.2M in valet scam
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 19:28
A judge has awarded $1.2 million to Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Larry Foote, who says he was the victim of bogus valet contracts at Detroit-area shopping malls.
Source: Ravens' Lewis to return on Dec. 16
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 17:46
Baltimore Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis expected to return Dec. 16.
Vilma will 'be all business' at bounty hearing
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 17:17
Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma intends to ignore whatever emotions he experiences and plans to be "all business" while present Friday at latest bounty hearing.
Stevens out of jail following probation violation
ESPN - 30 Nov 2012 16:54
Former NFL tight end Jerramy Stevens has been released from jail.
Turn Off Lights, Turn on Water, NFL Games Go On
The New York Times - 30 Nov 2012 12:17
You can turn off the lights, turn on the water, or fire up the snow plow. No matter what, the NFL show goes on.
Falcons Pick Off Brees 5 Times, Beat Saints 23-13
The New York Times - 30 Nov 2012 10:53
Boy, did Drew Brees lay an egg against the Atlanta Falcons.
Michael Rosenberg: Brees, Saints lose more than a game
Sports Illustrated - 30 Nov 2012 09:27
Drew Brees has had so many great games in the NFL. But, in the Saints' 23-13 loss to the Falcons, the star quarterback may have had his worst, as Michael Rosenberg explains.
Brees Throws 5 Picks, Saints Fall to Falcons 23-13
The New York Times - 30 Nov 2012 08:41
Drew Brees said the Saints played winning football against the Falcons in every category but turnovers.
Saints left on the brink
Sky Sports - 30 Nov 2012 08:35
New Orleans Saints are in danger of missing the play-offs after they suffered a 23-13 defeat to the Atlanta Falcons.
Falcons damage Saints' playoff hopes
Sports Illustrated - 30 Nov 2012 07:56
Atlanta won a key NFC South game and exacted some revenge. The Falcons intercepted Drew Brees five times as they rebounded from a Week 10 loss in besting the Saints 23-13.