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Lots of Big NFL Names Hoping for Big Comebacks
The New York Times - 10 Aug 2014 08:00
Broken bones. Torn ligaments. Subpar performances.
Ex-Colt James wants to mentor Richardson
ESPN - 10 Aug 2014 15:15
Edgerrin James, the Colts' career rushing leader, attended practice Saturday and said he wants to mentor Trent Richardson.
Fryar faces deadline in mortgage fraud case
ESPN - 10 Aug 2014 03:12
In the town where he first showed glimpses of the talent that eventually carried him to the NFL, Irving Fryar is scheduled to appear in court this month and say whether he will plead guilty to taking part in a mortgage f...
Purdue still waiting to announce starting QB
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 23:58
Purdue football fans may have to wait until after Saturday's scrimmage to learn who this year's starting quarterback will be.
For Jets' Davis, leadership, faith intertwined
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 23:37
Demario Davis' eyes are pure intensity.
Wilson steps in Jones' spot for Dolphins defense
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 23:21
Reshad Jones' four-game suspension has put backup safety Jimmy Wilson in the spotlight for the Miami Dolphins.
Manziel, Hoyer both to work with Browns 1st team
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 23:16
The Cleveland Browns' quarterback derby is heading down the homestretch.
Jets CB woes: Milliner hurt, rookie tears ACL
ESPN - 10 Aug 2014 23:03
The New York Jets' already suspect cornerback position took a double hit Sunday, with top corner Dee Milliner and rookie Dexter McDougle leaving practice with ankle and knee injuries, respectively.
Injuries mar joint practice with 49ers and Ravens
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 23:01
Baltimore Ravens defensive end Kapron Lewis-Moore sustained what appeared to be a season-ending injury Sunday in a hard-hitting joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers.
More work for Dolphins' Wilson after Jones' ban
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 22:11
Dolphins safety Reshad Jones' four-game suspension has put backup Jimmy Wilson in the spotlight.
Jets' Milliner hurts ankle, McDougle tears ACL
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 22:11
New York Jets rookie cornerback Dexter McDougle suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during Sunday's practice.
Vikings tap veteran special teams coach to fill in
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 22:11
The Minnesota Vikings have hired Joe Marciano to fill in for special teams coordinator Mike Priefer, who must serve a three-game suspension for an anti-gay comment that prompted a complaint from a former player.
Jets' Milliner hurts ankle, McDougle tears ACL
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 21:01
The New York Jets are banged up in a big way at cornerback.
'Thankful' Joseph rejoins Vikings after shooting
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 19:56
The first bad-news call of Mike Zimmer's career as a head coach came late at night but early in his first season with the Minnesota Vikings: Defensive tackle Linval Joseph had been shot in the leg at a downtown bar after...
Bills sign CB Miller
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 19:41
The Buffalo Bills have signed cornerback Sam Miller.
Steelers a mixed bag in preseason opener
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 19:36
Dri Archer's first touch in the NFL showed why the Pittsburgh Steelers took the quick running back in the third round of this year's draft.
Jets' Milliner helped from field with leg injury
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 19:26
New York Jets cornerback Dee Milliner has been helped off the practice field with an apparent injury to his lower left leg.
Redskins' Hall bruises back in practice tumble
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 19:26
Washington Redskins cornerback DeAngelo Hall was "just a little sore" with a bruised back after an awkward landing during training camp practice Sunday, while linebacker Darryl Sharpton could be out several weeks with a ...
NCAA to Appeal Court Ruling That Student Athletes Can Be Paid
The New York Times - 10 Aug 2014 17:27
The National Collegiate Athletic Association will appeal a ruling by a U.S. judge that would allow universities to offer student athletes a limited share of revenue, the president of the association said on Sunday.
Texans awful in debut for O'Brien, Fitzpatrick
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 07:22
Coach Bill O'Brien and quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick made their debut for the Houston Texans on Saturday night.
Steelers try to look at positives in opening loss
Miami Herald - 10 Aug 2014 07:22
Coach Mike Tomlin tried to put a positive spin on the Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason-opening loss.
Sports Briefing | Football: Another Nebraska Defender Will Miss Season
The New York Times - 10 Aug 2014 06:50
The University of Nebraska's defense took another major hit as Coach Bo Pelini announced that middle linebacker Michael Rose would have knee surgery next week and miss the season.