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Jets defenders will appeal fines for Locker hits
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 23:51
New York Jets defensive players Muhammad Wilkerson and Quinton Coples said they both plan to appeal NFL fines for hits on Tennessee Titans quarterback Jake Locker, who was sent to a local hospital with a hip injury after...
Miami Dolphins’ Dannell Ellerbe on facing Ravens: ‘It could be a little weird’
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 23:51
Dannell Ellerbe, who is comfortable with his decision to bolt the champion Ravens, wants to elevate his play against his former team Sunday.
Source: Colts' Bradshaw sees neck doctor
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 23:47
Indianapolis Colts running back Ahmad Bradshaw has visited with Dr. Robert Watkins in Los Angeles to help determine if he would need neck surgery, a source said.
49ers' Fangio: Illegal hit calls must improve
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 23:34
Without emotion or even rancor in his voice, San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said Thursday he wants to see the NFL improve its calling of illegal hits.
Buccaneers release Freeman
Sky Sports - 3 Oct 2013 23:16
Tampa Bay Buccaneers have confirmed that they have released quarterback Josh Freeman.
Matthews back from sore hamstring for Packers
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 23:11
It's easy to spot Clay Matthews at Packers practice, with his long blond hair protruding from his helmet and on to his neck and shoulders.
Market For Josh Freeman
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 22:25
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Luck, Wilson headline Seahawks-Colts game
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 22:21
Andrew Luck and Russell Wilson left college together, were drafted in the same class, made the playoffs as rookies and wound up going to the Pro Bowl together.
Does Rodgers deserve blame for Packers' struggles in close games
Sports Illustrated - 3 Oct 2013 21:33
The Packers have struggled to win close games with Aaron Rodgers under center. Is it his fault?
Caldwell: Jaguars not trading MJD, Posluszny
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 21:01
The Jacksonville Jaguars are not going to trade running back Maurice Jones-Drew or linebacker Paul Posluszny.
Patriots-Bengals Capsule
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 20:41
NEW ENGLAND (4-0) at CINCINNATI (2-2)
Bucs' Goldson won't be fined for Week 4 hit
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 20:17
The NFL has determined that Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Dashon Goldson's hit on Arizona receiver Jaron Brown in last Sunday's game did not merit any fine.
Chargers-Raiders Capsule
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 20:10
SAN DIEGO (2-2) at OAKLAND (1-3)
Ravens acquire OT Monroe from Jags
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 19:55
The Baltimore Ravens announced Thursday that left tackle Eugene Monroe has passed his physical and is officially a member of the team after being acquired from the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for draft picks.
NFL Preview - San Diego (2-2) at Oakland (1-3) (ET)
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 18:55
Until further notice, Oakland is without question a baseball city.
Hopkins, Alonso named NFL Rookies of the Month for September
Miami Herald - 3 Oct 2013 18:25
Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins was named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month and Buffalo Bills linebacker Kiko Alonso was named the Defensive Rookie of the Month for September on Thursday.
Can Browns extend win streak against Bills?
Sports Illustrated - 3 Oct 2013 18:20
On October 3rd's Pro Football Now, hosts Maggie Grey and Amani Toomer and NFL senior writer Don Banks preview the Thursday night match-up between the Buffalo Bills and Cleveland Browns.
Saints' Graham 1st TE to win monthly honor
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 18:16
Jimmy Graham was named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Month -- the first time a tight end has been named Player of the Month in either conference since the NFL started the award in 1986.
Pro Football Now: Peter King on the NFL's best cornerback
Sports Illustrated - 3 Oct 2013 18:04
Peter King explains why these four cornerbacks have emerged as the NFL's best. But who's the league's premier cover man?
Ravens complete trade for Jags LT Monroe
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 17:57
The Baltimore Ravens completed their trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars for left tackle Eugene Monroe on Thursday and waived tight end Billy Bajema in a corresponding move.
NFL Week 5 picks
Sports Illustrated - 3 Oct 2013 17:43
Chicago offers the first real test for 4-0 New Orleans. But which Jay Cutler will show up? Plus, more picks.
Goodell writes fans touting league's safety
ESPN - 3 Oct 2013 17:40
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, in an email to 10 million names in its database Thursday, highlighted the league's safety programs and new emphasis on safety in youth football.