Football News
Longer PAT kicks could enliven NFL
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 14:15
BOURBONNAIS, Ill. - At some point Friday night, it's likely to feel a little awkward at Soldier Field. If and when the Bears score a touchdown against the Eagles, kicker Robbie Gould will trot out for the extra point att...
Back surgery is affecting Tony Romo's deep passes
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 14:15
According to Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys front office brass, the veteran is 100 percent recovered from December back surgery.
Armando Salguero: Miami Dolphins turn to technology to monitor player injuries
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 06:00
Every morning before the sun rises, the Dolphins’ strength and conditioning staff loads a GPS unit about one-third the size of a man’s palm into a shirt pocket 56 of the team’s players will wear beneath their jerse...
David Wilson's Retirement From N.F.L. Raises Injury Awareness
The New York Times - 6 Aug 2014 02:45
With Giants running back David Wilson forced into retirement at 23, other players have recognized the potential hazards of spinal issues.
Wilson has 'tears of joy' as he thanks Giants
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 22:49
David Wilson said he had "tears of joy' as he thanked the Giants on Wednesday, two days after doctors told the third-year running back that he could no longer play football.
NFL Calendar
The New York Times - 6 Aug 2014 22:42
Aug. 26 -- Teams must reduce rosters to maximum of 75 active players.
Hoyer, Not Manziel, Starting Exhibition Opener
The New York Times - 6 Aug 2014 22:39
Johnny Manziel will start Cleveland's exhibition opener on the sideline.
Cowboys, Chargers backup QBs to be busy
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 22:29
Like backup quarterbacks? Then the Dallas Cowboys-San Diego Chargers exhibition opener Thursday night is one to watch.
Giants RB Wilson: Ready for the next chapter
ESPN - 6 Aug 2014 22:06
New York Giants running back David Wilson says he's ready to start the next chapter of his life now that he's been told he should no longer play football. Nevertheless, he got emotional Wednesday when talking about his G...
Cardinals TE Jake Ballard announces retirement
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 21:39
Arizona Cardinals tight end Jake Ballard announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday.
Raiders News: Breaking Down The WRs In The 2014 Season
IBTimes - 6 Aug 2014 21:32
After spending two years on the Cowboys practice squad, Andre Holmes racked up 25 receptions for 431 yards and one touchdown for Oakland last season. He's now listed ahead of veterans James Jones and Denarius Moore. Reut...
Edwards: My picks for NFL QB battles
ESPN - 6 Aug 2014 20:51
Hoyer or Manziel? Smith or Vick? The coach gives his take
Saints owner Benson leaves training camp
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 20:49
After being hospitalized for difficulty breathing and dehydration twice in the past two weeks, Saints owner Tom Benson has left training camp in West Virginia early.
Steelers DC expects Manziel to start Week 1
ESPN - 6 Aug 2014 20:16
Dick LeBeau is already preparing for Johnny Manziel as the longtime defensive coordinator said he expects the 2014 first-round draft pick to start Sept. 7 when the Cleveland Browns visit the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1...
Family affair: Harbaughs gather for 49ers-Ravens
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:52
They are NFL coaches on opposite ends of the country, so it isn't often that the Harbaugh brothers have a get-together in August.
South Florida in holding pattern in bid for Super Bowl 53
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:51
If Rodney Barreto has his way, the Super Bowl will return to South Florida in early 2019.
McNabb to call some NFL games for Fox this season
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:47
Retired quarterback Donovan McNabb will call some NFL games for Fox this season.
Drafting a Fantasy Football Team, With Help From Advanced Statistics
The New York Times - 6 Aug 2014 19:45
By applying an algorithm to aggregated player ranking data, and identifying natural tiers within the data, this system can improve your draft strategy.
Jaguars down 2 more WRs because of injuries
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:37
The Jacksonville Jaguars can't seem to go a day without getting a receiver hurt.
NFL Preseason Preview - New Orleans (0-0) at St. Louis (0-0) (ET)
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:32
The high-powered New Orleans Saints begin their quest for another successful campaign on Friday night at the Edward Jones Dome when they open the preseason against what figures to be an improved St. Louis Rams team.
Hoyer to start over Manziel in Browns' opener
ESPN - 6 Aug 2014 19:25
Brian Hoyer will start the Cleveland Browns preseason opener on Saturday in Detroit.
Hoyer, not Manziel, starting exhibition opener
Miami Herald - 6 Aug 2014 19:17
Johnny Manziel will start Cleveland's exhibition opener — on the sideline.