Football News
NFL: Seahawks' Sherman Wins Appeal of Suspension
The New York Times - 27 Dec 2012 23:10
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman has won his appeal of a four-game suspension for violating the National Football League drugs policy and will be eligible for the playoffs, he and his attorney said on Thursday...
Cowboys' Ware may need offseason surgery
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 23:07
Dallas Cowboys outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware's status for the Jan. 27 Pro Bowl is in doubt because he could need offseason shoulder surgery.
Sources: Niners' Justin Smith has torn triceps
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 22:46
San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl defensive end Justin Smith has a partially torn left triceps but will attempt to play this postseason, sources told ESPN.
NFL: Sanchez to Start for Jets After McElroy Sidelined
The New York Times - 27 Dec 2012 21:40
Beleaguered New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez will return to a starting role after Greg McElroy was declared out for Sunday's game at Buffalo with concussion-like symptoms, Jets coach Rex Ryan said on Thursday.
Browns' Weeden, McCoy still not practicing
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 21:11
Third-string quarterback Thad Lewis is one day closer to starting for the Browns.
Redskins and Cowboys Take Season Down to Wire
The New York Times - 27 Dec 2012 20:52
The National Football League (NFL) regular season is poised for wild finish on Sunday with five teams scrambling for two playoff spots and others looking for an edge as they prepare to launch their Super Bowl bids.
Seattle's Richard Sherman Wins Suspension Appeal
The New York Times - 27 Dec 2012 20:46
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman won his appeal of a four-game suspension for use of performance enhancing substances on Thursday, making him eligible for the NFL playoffs.
Police: Brent's BAC twice legal limit after crash
Sports Illustrated - 27 Dec 2012 20:36
DALLAS (AP) - Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent was driving with a suspended license and had a blood-alcohol content more than twice the legal limit at the time of the car crash that killed teammate and friend Jerry ...
Bears S: Stafford 'kinda folds' vs. pressure
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 20:30
Chicago Bears safety Major Wright said the Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford is a good quarterback who can make any throw on the field, but Wright said Stafford "kinda folds" when he faces a little pressure.
Sanchez to start against Bills
Sky Sports - 27 Dec 2012 19:55
Mark Sanchez will regain his starting spot at quarterback for the New York Jets' season finale against the Buffalo Bills after Greg McElroy was ruled out with a possible concussion.
Police: Cowboys' Brent Had 0.189 BAC After Crash
The New York Times - 27 Dec 2012 19:52
Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Brent had a blood-alcohol content of 0.189, more than twice the legal limit, after the car crash that killed teammate and friend Jerry Brown, according to documents released by police Thur...
Ryan thinks concussed Wilkerson will play
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 19:33
New York Jets coach Rex Ryan said Thursday that he believes defensive end Muhammad Wilkerson will be able to play in Sunday's season finale against the Buffalo Bills despite suffering a concussion last week.
Bears S: Stafford 'kinda folds' vs. pressure
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 19:07
Chicago Bears safety Major Wright said the Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford is a good quarterback who can make any throw on the field, but Wright said Stafford "kinda folds" when he faces a little pressure.
Chadiha: Top 10 individual seasons in NFL history
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 18:35
Adrian Peterson inspires a ranking of the league's best individual seasons
Black Monday Is Coming
Sports Illustrated - 27 Dec 2012 18:15
The first Monday after the regular season is usually ripe for coaching changes, and this year will be particularly active. Don Banks breaks down who's likely out, and who's safe.
Adrian Peterson
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 18:09
Photos of Adrian Peterson over the past twelve months
Munchak hopes for more time to fix Titans
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 16:56
Mike Munchak's challenge after this season will be convincing owner Bud Adams, his boss for 30 seasons as a player and coach, is that he needs more time to turn the Titans back into a winner.
Jags enter finale bracing for major changes
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 16:42
Changes are coming for the Jacksonville Jaguars. The players know it. The coaches know it. Everyone inside the building is waiting for the inevitable moves that could make last season's roster turnover seem like a minor ...
49ers send nine to Pro Bowl
Sky Sports - 27 Dec 2012 16:14
The San Francisco 49ers led the way among NFL teams after having a total of nine players voted into the Pro Bowl.
Packers aim to keep Peterson from record
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 16:03
Greg Jennings has said he wouldn't mind if Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson broke the NFL's single-season rushing record against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. He seems to be alone among his teammates wit...
Roethlisberger takes blame for Steelers collapse
Sports Illustrated - 27 Dec 2012 06:34
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger looks at his passing statistics, and they're not all that bad.
Seahawks' Sherman practices, awaits decision
ESPN - 27 Dec 2012 04:18
Richard Sherman hung around the Seattle Seahawks locker room on Wednesday getting ready for practice as though it was any other week during the regular season.