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Adrian Peterson's hometown still supportive
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 18:14
Some call Vikings star a child abuser, but in Palestine, Texas, he's still favorite son
Sideline Tablets Seem Here to Stay
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 10:00
The NFL took a major step this season by authorizing the use of tablets on the sidelines and in coaches' booths. Most everyone from coaches to players to video directors to league executives say it has been a step in the...
NFL 2014: Could Painkillers Surpass Concussions As League's Biggest Health Concern?
IBTimes - 18 Nov 2014 04:32
Just as the NFL is correcting its issues with brain injuries, another health concern has gained attention. The government opened an investigation Sunday into potential violations of the Controlled Substances Act as part ...
Niners open 21-day window to view Bowman
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 23:57
The San Francisco 49ers have opened the 21-day practice/evaluation window for inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman, who has been recuperating from the devastating injury he suffered to his left knee in January's NFC title ga...
Cowboys a Hit on Road, and Playoffs Are in View
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 23:45
Jason Witten has a couple of ideas why the Dallas Cowboys are the only NFL team unbeaten on the road this year.
Cards place injury-plagued TE Niklas on IR
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 23:23
Troy Niklas' frustrating rookie season came to an abrupt end Tuesday.
Steelers Release Running Back LeGarrette Blount
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 23:15
LeGarrette Blount's early exit Monday night cost the volatile running back his job.
Steelers let Blount go
Sky Sports - 18 Nov 2014 22:45
LeGarrette Blount has been released by the Pittsburgh Steelers less than 24 hours after leaving their Monday night game early.
Raiders Skid Reaches 16 Straight Losses
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 22:21
Ever since Al Davis arrived in Oakland more than a half-century ago to build his beloved Raiders into one of pro sports' most successful franchises, his team has been closely associated with Davis' favorite saying, "Just...
Colts ink ex-Brown Cribbs; Bradshaw to IR
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 21:59
The Colts have signed former Cleveland Browns receiver Josh Cribbs and placed running back Ahmad Bradshaw on injured reserve with a fractured fibula.
Steelers Cut Disgruntled Running Back Blount
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 21:05
LeGarrette Blount was miffed at not getting a single carry in Pittsburgh's game on Monday, and the Steelers made sure he would not suffer that disappointment again as they cut the running back on Tuesday.
Court to hold hearing on NFL concussion deal
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 20:52
A federal judge in Philadelphia will conduct a hearing Wednesday to determine whether a settlement of the massive NFL concussion litigation is "fair, adequate and reasonable" for thousands of retired players who have suf...
Adrian Peterson Suspended by N.F.L. for Remainder of Season
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 18:56
The Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson has been suspended without pay for at least the remainder of 2014 season, the N.F.L. said on Tuesday.
NFL 2014 Week 12 Lines: Point Spreads, Totals And Complete Betting Odds From Las Vegas
IBTimes - 18 Nov 2014 17:32
With approximately two-thirds of the 2014 NFL season completed, a few surprise teams have seemingly proven that they will either be in contention for the rest of the season, or that they are not Super Bowl contenders. De...
NFL Suspends Vikings' Peterson Over 'Abusive Discipline' of Son
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 17:29
Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson was suspended without pay for at least the remainder of the 2014 season by the NFL on Tuesday for committing an "incident of abusive discipline" on his 4-year-old son.
Peterson denied quick return
Sky Sports - 18 Nov 2014 16:11
Minnesota Vikings running-back Adrian Peterson has been suspended without pay for the remainder of the 2014 NFL season.
5 Things to Know as Steelers Beat Titans 27-24
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 10:36
The Pittsburgh Steelers go into their bye with Le'Veon Bell showing he can help Ben Roethlisberger with the balance coach Mike Tomlin has been wanting all season.
Titans' Coffman, Ravens intern 'both past' hit
ESPN - 18 Nov 2014 10:23
Titans tight end Chase Coffman said he has spoken to Tony Coaxum, a season-long intern working as an Ravens assistant to the special teams coordinator, and that Coaxum accepted Coffman's explanation regarding an out-of-b...
Steelers edge out Titans
Sky Sports - 18 Nov 2014 09:49
Antonio Brown’s touchdown with nine minutes remaining gave Pittsburgh Steelers a hard-fought 27-24 victory over Tennessee Titans on Monday.
Bradshaw blow for Colts
Sky Sports - 18 Nov 2014 09:09
Indianapolis running back Ahmad Bradshaw look set to miss the rest of the season after breaking his leg in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s 42-20 defeat to the New England Patriots.
Steelers Rally From 11 Down, Beat Titans 27-24
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 07:39
This time, the Pittsburgh Steelers beat their struggling opponent.
Bell Tolls as Steelers Produce Comeback Win
The New York Times - 18 Nov 2014 06:59
Running back Le'Veon Bell had a huge night and the Pittsburgh Steelers scored two fourth quarter touchdowns to overcome a plucky Tennessee Titans 27-24 on Monday.