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Read Option Is Back in NFL and Better Than Ever
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 23:45
Tim Tebow has been out with two broken ribs and maybe a bruised ego.
David Epsteiin: Jovan Belcher murder-suicide make clear that it's hard to fully illumine the human heart
Sports Illustrated - 4 Dec 2012 23:23
Those who knew Jovan Belcher reacted to Saturday's news with shock. Was he really the quiet, good-hearted man they thought? It's a complex contrast, writes David Epstein.
'Skins CB Griffin suspended four games for PEDs
Sports Illustrated - 4 Dec 2012 23:20
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) Washington Redskins cornerback Cedric Griffin has been suspended four games without pay for violating the NFL's policy on performance enhancing substances.
Green Bay Packers Great Starr Collapses During Speech
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 22:08
Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr collapsed on Tuesday after giving a motivational talk at an economic development conference in Wisconsin.
Hall of Fame Quarterback Collapses During Speech
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 20:20
Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr collapsed during a speech in Madison, Wis., on Tuesday. Conference organizers say he appears to be OK.
Belcher, Perkins got counseling
Sports Illustrated - 4 Dec 2012 20:19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Kansas City Chiefs officials knew that linebacker Jovan Belcher and his girlfriend were having relationship problems, and the team provided the couple with counseling in an effort to help, a police ...
Starr collapses during speech but appears OK
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 20:03
Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr collapsed during a speech in Madison, Wis., on Tuesday. Conference organizers say he appears to be OK.
Source: Lewis likely to practice Wednesday
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 19:13
While Terrell Suggs' status is uncertain, the Baltimore Ravens have reason to hope that Ray Lewis -- seven weeks out from surgery to repair a torn triceps -- will soon return.
Chiefs had provided counseling to LB, girlfriend
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 17:50
Kansas City Chiefs officials knew that linebacker Jovan Belcher and his girlfriend were having relationship problems, and the team provided the couple with counseling in an effort to help, a police official said.
Insider: Week 14 Playoffs Predictor
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 17:45
Cincinnati Bengals, Washington Redskins still in the hunt
Big Ben strengthening shoulder, source says
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 17:35
Ben Roethlisberger has been working to improve his strength and range of motion as the soreness in his shoulder and chest have diminished, according to to a source.
Hill: Time to end the silence about domestic violence
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 16:36
The moment of silence for domestic violence victims at Arrowhead Stadium was sadly fitting, because when it comes to acknowledging violence against women, the sports world is often mute.
Titans OG hopes Texans' Smith fined for hit
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 15:46
The Titans are still fuming about what they felt was a cheap shot by Houston Texans defensive tackle Antonio Smith on guard Fernando Velasco during Tennessee's final offensive play of the game.
NFC East Wide Open After Redskins Top Giants 17-16
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 10:29
There was the fumble by Robert Griffin III that turned into a Washington Redskins touchdown. There was the fumble by teammate Alfred Morris that led to a melee of leg-pulling followed by a kick to the midsection and some...
Youngmisuk: Once again, G-Men take hard route
ESPN - 4 Dec 2012 10:27
G-Men controlled their destiny until penalties and the Redskins got in their way
Peter King: RGIII helps overcome Giants as Redskins gain ground in NFC East race
Sports Illustrated - 4 Dec 2012 09:15
Robert Griffin III and the Redskins ran their way to a 17-16 win over the Giants on Monday. While New York still leads the division, RGIII and Co. are making it a race, writes Peter King.
Redskins' Griffin Only Concerned About Getting the 'W'
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 08:47
With the Washington Redskins riding a three-game winning streak and back in the playoff hunt, Robert Griffin III is not about to quibble about his statistics.
Giants' East Lead Narrows With 17-16 Loss to Skins
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 08:29
New York Giants coach Tom Coughlin settled his hands on his hips and launched into a 90-second assessment of the way his team managed to lose despite avoiding any turnovers and repeatedly putting together long drives.
Redskins stay alive
Sky Sports - 4 Dec 2012 08:17
The Washington Redskins remained in the hunt for the NFC East title with a 17-16 victory over the New York Giants on Monday.
Redskins Edge Giants to Continue Playoff Push
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 07:50
Robert Griffin III and the Washington Redskins continued their improbable push for the playoffs by edging the New York Giants 17-16 on Monday to reach the .500 mark and move into a tie for second place in the NFC East.
Redskins Edge Giants to Continue Playoff Push
The New York Times - 4 Dec 2012 06:59
The Washington Redskins defeated the New York Giants 17-16 on Monday to win their third straight game and continue their late-season push for the playoffs.
Getting Closer
Sports Illustrated - 4 Dec 2012 06:56
The Redskins are creeping closer to an NFC East title. Washington won its third straight game by topping New York 17-16 to move within one game of the rival Giants in the division.