Football News
Ground Game Took the Jets on a Road to Nowhere
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 05:39
Coach Rex Ryan said Tuesday that the lack of a passing game in Monday's loss to Miami was not because of a lack of confidence in quarterback Geno Smith.
Cards 'fooled' Arians: Lacked passion, energy
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 10:11
Bruce Arians hasn't been a head coach very long so he hasn't had many opportunities to be ashamed of his team's performances.
Giants Chairman Finances Improved Medical Supervision for School Football Programs
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 05:53
The money from Steve Tisch, an owner of the N.F.L. team, will help the 53 New York City programs, with 3,500 participants, respond better to concussions.
Sources: Clowney (knee) to see Dr. Andrews
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 02:10
Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney will meet with Dr. James Andrews for a second opinion on his surgically repaired right knee, sources confirmed.
NFL Admits It 'Failed' in Handling of Ray Rice Case
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 01:02
The National Football League (NFL) "failed" in its efforts to police domestic abuse by its players but has "learned from those mistakes," a top NFL executive testified to Congress on Tuesday.
Bengals put Jones under concussion protocol
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 23:24
Bengals cornerback and punt return specialist Adam Jones cleared two separate in-game checks for concussion-like symptoms Sunday at Tampa Bay, but team officials said Wednesday that he told trainers after the game he tho...
RB Bell seeks 1st-offender program for pot
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 23:21
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell is applying for a first-offender's program on marijuana possession and driving under the influence charges, which could result in the charges being dismissed and his arrest r...
Browns' Johnny Manziel Won't Make First Start This Weekend
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 23:11
Coach Mike Pettine will start quarterback Brian Hoyer, who has led Cleveland to a 7-5 record but was replaced last Sunday in the fourth quarter of a loss to Buffalo.
Mettenberger: Beckham's had better catches
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 23:05
Titans quarterback Zach Mettenberger, who used to throw passes to wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. when the two played college football together at LSU, had a slightly different reaction to the Giants rookie's now-famous ...
New England Patriots Vs. San Diego Chargers: Prediction, Betting Odds, Preview For 2014 Week 14 Game
IBTimes - 3 Dec 2014 22:32
The New England Patriots (9-3) are in the driver's seat to land the AFC's No.1 seed, but they have some competition in the San Diego Chargers (8-4). The result of their Week 14 contest could be a deciding factor in which...
NFL Trade Rumors: Harbaugh To Jets, Raiders Or Giants? Ray Rice To Sign With Colts Or Saints?
IBTimes - 3 Dec 2014 22:32
Call it kismet, serendipity or just plain dumb luck, but a week after Jim Harbaugh was linked to trade rumors the San Francisco 49ers travel across the bay Sunday to take on the Oakland Raiders, one of the teams reported...
Arizona Cardinals Vs. Kansas City Chiefs: Prediction, Betting Odds, Preview For 2014 Week 14 Game
IBTimes - 3 Dec 2014 22:32
After playing like Super Bowl contenders through 11 weeks, the Arizona Cardinals (9-3) and Kansas City Chiefs (7-5) have lost two straight games. One of the teams will extend that losing streak to three games in Week 14 ...
Browns' Austin still in hospital, placed on IR
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 22:14
The Browns have placed wide receiver Miles Austin on injured reserve and say he's still in the hospital recovering from a kidney injury.
Inconsistent Cowboys Should Handle Bears
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 21:56
A rare Thursday night game that is not part of a short week has Dallas at Chicago. Both teams lost on Thanksgiving Day, and the Bears are headed for a double whammy.
Source: Mathieu targeting return vs. Seattle
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 20:07
Injured Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu wants to return for the team's final two regular-season games, against NFC West rivals Seattle and San Francisco.
Hoyer holds on to Browns job
Sky Sports - 3 Dec 2014 19:23
Johnny Manziel will have to wait to take over as starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns with Brian Hoyer keeping his job under center against the Indianapolis Colts.
Williamson: Ranking available 2015 QBs
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 19:05
Top 10 quarterbacks who could be acquired via free agency or a trade
Yates: Browns should have started Manziel
ESPN - 3 Dec 2014 19:03
Hoyer's recent struggles, Johnny's potential made for a clear choice
Florida State Quarterback in Second Day of Rape Case Hearing
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 18:29
A school conduct code hearing looking into rape allegations against Florida State University star quarterback Jameis Winston entered a second day on Wednesday in a crucial week for one of America's highest profile athlet...
Bills end Toronto deal
Sky Sports - 3 Dec 2014 18:26
The Buffalo Bills have terminated their agreement to play one NFL game a season in nearby Toronto.
Bills, Rogers End Agreement to Play Games in Toronto
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 18:14
The Buffalo Bills' Canadian experiment came to an official end on Wednesday when the National Football League team and Rogers Communications announced they had terminated an agreement to stage the Toronto Series.
Bills Reach Deal to Terminate Toronto Series
The New York Times - 3 Dec 2014 16:35
No, Canada.