Football News
Vikings' Winfield questionable agains Rams
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 23:50
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield has been listed as questionable for Sunday's game at St. Louis because of a knee injury.
Bengals Beat Eagles 34-13
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 12:14
So long, Eagles.
Rick Reilly: When 'help' is the hardest word
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 23:17
How do you help someone when they aren't asking for it? Following the tragic murder-suicide involving Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher, Rick Reilly asks: Are we our brother's keeper?
Dolphins' Bess, Misi out Sunday vs. Jaguars
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 23:00
Miami Dolphins receiver Davone Bess and linebacker Koa Misi have been ruled out of Sunday's game against Jacksonville.
Griffin practices again, questionable for Week 15
Sports Illustrated - 14 Dec 2012 22:39
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Robert Griffin III practiced for the third straight day on his sprained right knee Friday, albeit again on a limited basis, and is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Clev...
Cowboys' Bryant plays catch during practice
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 21:37
Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant, who is nursing a fractured left index finger, played catch with running back DeMarco Murray during the open portion of practice to the media Friday.
National Football League Playoff Picture
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 20:02
The National Football League playoff picture with three rounds of the regular season to go:
Race for NFL Playoffs Gathering Speed
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 19:59
The race is on for the National Football League (NFL) playoffs. The pressure is building by the day with teams knowing one mistake could cost them a chance to be a contender for the Super Bowl.
Cowboys holding off on sending Ratliff to IR
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 19:58
The Dallas Cowboys will not place nose tackle Jay Ratliff on injured reserve until they have to.
ESPN suspends analyst for comments on Griffin
Sports Illustrated - 14 Dec 2012 19:19
After another malodorous chapter of a rancid sports television program, ESPN suspended First Take panelist Rob Parker on Friday following his offensive comments about Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III. "Rob Parker ...
Vilma Urges Rejection of Goodell Motion to Dismiss
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 18:45
Jon Vilma urged a federal judge Friday to reject NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's motion to dismiss the defamation lawsuit filed against him by the Saints linebacker.
Rooney steps down as ambassador to Ireland
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 17:59
Pittsburgh Steelers chairman and co-owner Dan Rooney has stepped down as the U.S. ambassador to Ireland, a post he assumed after backing President Barack Obama's presidential campaign despite being a lifelong Republican.
Bold Change
Sports Illustrated - 14 Dec 2012 17:01
With their offense sputtering and their playoff future in doubt, the Ravens changed offensive coordinators this week. Why now? Peter King examines the implications.
Schefter: Colts, Texans linked by GMs' bond
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 16:32
Former college teammates continue spreading lessons of perseverance
Bengals close in on play-offs
Sky Sports - 14 Dec 2012 09:25
Cincinnati Bengals have moved into the final American Conference play-off spot following their 34-13 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles.
Bengals Maul Eagles to Stay in Playoff Hunt
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 07:29
The Cincinnati Bengals overcame a lackluster spell in the middle of the game to keep their playoff hopes alive with a 34-13 road win over the slumping Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday.
Eagles Lead Bengals 13-10 at Halftime
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 05:21
Nick Foles threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Riley Cooper and the Philadelphia Eagles rallied from a 10-point deficit to take a 13-10 lead over the Cincinnati Bengals at halftime.
Sources: Bears' Bennett to miss Packers game
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 03:53
The Chicago Bears ruled out wide receiver Earl Bennett for at least another week as he recovers from a concussion, sources familiar with the situation said Thursday.
Cowboys' Bryant says he's playing against Steelers
Sports Illustrated - 14 Dec 2012 02:51
Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant says he will play with a broken finger Sunday against Pittsburgh and there are signs that it might not be wishful thinking.
Eagles' Vick, McCoy, Celek all out vs. Bengals
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 02:47
Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, running LeSean McCoy and tight end Brent Celek are all out against the Cincinnati Bengals as they recover from concussions.
Column: Memo to Goodell: Tips From Tags Good Idea
The New York Times - 14 Dec 2012 02:38
Paul Tagliabue has become one of those guys we come to appreciate much more out of office than we did when he was in it. Part of that is because history has been kind, so far, in assessing his 17-year run as commissioner...
Clayton: Expanded playoffs are coming
ESPN - 14 Dec 2012 02:09
Even without a bigger postseason field, Week 15 has plenty of important games