Football News
Former Bears linebacker Tim Shaw battles ALS
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 14:13
Tim Shaw has the surreal feeling that he is attending his own funeral.
David J. Neal: Final cuts in NFL a great idea for dramatic TV show
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 03:32
I’m surprised the NFL already doesn’t have Final Cuts: The End & The Beginning already shooting. It’s the natural next move for the Aaron Spelling of sports leagues.
Chiefs Sign Quarterback Smith To Contract Extension
IBTimes - 1 Sep 2014 10:32
(Reuters) - Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith, a Pro Bowl selection in 2013, signed a long-term contract extension with the National Football League (NFL) team on Sunday. Though details were not disclosed by the ...
It's 'unofficial': Lions' Fairley a starter again
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 23:56
Detroit Lions defensive tackle Nick Fairley returns to the team's starting lineup.
McCoy has sights set on 2,000 yards rushing
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 23:22
LeSean McCoy holds eight Philadelphia Eagles team records, is a two-time All-Pro, and already declared to the world that he's the best running back in the NFL.
Colts face daunting challenge to protect Luck
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 23:18
Andrew Luck and A.Q. Shipley started getting reacquainted at Monday's practice.
Cowboys coach Jason Garrett 'anticipates a full week of practice' for Tony Romo
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 22:51
Tony Romo hasn't practiced more than two consecutive days since training camp began.
Jaguars to start McClendon over Bowanko at center
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 22:26
The Jacksonville Jaguars have named journeyman Jacques McClendon their starting center.
Chiefs' Smith wanted deal prior to season
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 22:21
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Alex Smith said Monday he didn't want to go into the season without a contract extension. He won't have to after signing a four-year extension a day earlier.
Notebook : With Coughlin Preaching Patience, a Rookie Receiver Is Taking Time to Heal
The New York Times - 1 Sep 2014 22:13
A week away from the Giants' season opener, Coach Tom Coughlin told the injured Odell Beckham Jr., "Whatever it takes to get over this, let's do it."
Raiders ink CB Dowling, 9 others to practice squad
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 21:37
The Oakland Raiders have signed former New England cornerback Ras-I Dowling to their practice squad.
Bills' Watkins: Ribs 'feel just about normal'
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 21:18
Buffalo Bills wide receiver Sammy Watkins said his injured ribs feel "just about normal" after practicing Monday.
Bears' defense gets chance to show what it can do
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 21:06
Finally, the Chicago Bears' rebuilt defense gets a chance to show what it can do.
Gronk Promises He Will Play Sunday
The New York Times - 1 Sep 2014 20:58
Star tight end Rob Gronkowski stood in front of his Gillette Stadium locker Monday and announced he will be playing in the New England Patriots' opener at Miami this Sunday.
Agent: Succop, Titans agree to 1-year deal
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 20:57
Veteran kicker Ryan Succop has agreed to a one-year deal with the Tennessee Titans who chose to go with experience rather than an undrafted rookie.
Welker practices; not cleared for contact
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 20:56
Denver Broncos receiver Wes Welker (concussion) returns to practice.
Gronk promises he will play Sunday; Dolphins ready
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 20:06
Star tight end Rob Gronkowski stood in front of his Gillette Stadium locker Monday and announced he will be playing in the New England Patriots' opener at Miami this Sunday.
Bengals get through camp without setbacks
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 20:02
The rest of the Cincinnati Bengals were starting practice on the rain-softened grass fields Monday afternoon. Receiver Marvin Jones was headed in the opposite direction, walking down the paved path toward the trainer's r...
Panthers QB Newton returns to practice field
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 19:16
Cam Newton is back in pads — dramatically oversized pads.
Bears sign long snapper Cain
Miami Herald - 1 Sep 2014 19:16
The Chicago Bears have signed long snapper Jeremy Cain to replace the retired Patrick Mannelly.
Panthers QB Newton Returns to Practice Field
The New York Times - 1 Sep 2014 19:10
Panthers quarterback Cam Newton returned to the practice field wearing an oversized flak jacket designed to provide added protection for his fractured ribs.
NFL experts' picks for 2014: NFC reporters
ESPN - 1 Sep 2014 18:00
ESPN.com's NFC experts predict the division winners, wild cards, award winners and the Super Bowl winner.