Football News
Fantasy Football Defense Rankings: Week 15 Top Picks, Who To Start, Sit, Sleepers
IBTimes - 11 Dec 2014 02:32
We're on to the second round of the playoffs, but like last week some of the top defenses face some very difficult matchups this week, making choices that much harder for owners hoping to make the championship round. The...
NFL issues new conduct policy
Sky Sports - 11 Dec 2014 10:44
NFL owners have unanimously approved a new personal conduct policy, the league's commissioner Roger Goodell has announced.
'Merry-Go-Round' of Quarterbacks Leaves Washington Redskins in a Downward Spiral
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 03:47
Coach Jay Gruden said he had not determined whether Colt McCoy, Robert Griffin III or Kirk Cousins would start on Sunday, when Washington brings its 3-10 record to visit the Giants.
Panthers' Newton Not Worried About When He'll Play
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 23:35
Cam Newton is not worried about when he'll return to the football field -- he said he's just happy to be alive.
Browns coach: Taunting likely for Manziel
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 22:30
As Johnny Manziel makes his first start for the Cleveland Browns on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, his coach says he has to deal with the hype that he's helped create.
Cat's meow: Pats poke fun at Gronk pictures
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 22:19
Patriots coach Bill Belichick showed pictures of tight end Rob Gronkowski with a kitten, from ESPN The Magazine's "Interview issue" that hits newsstands Friday, to the entire team on Thursday morning in what players desc...
Bengals drop two-back system, to start Hill
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 21:53
Cincinnati Bengals second-round pick Jeremy Hill will be starting Sunday when the Browns and Bengals meet, fellow rusher Giovani Bernard said Thursday.
Redskins Expecting McCoy to Start Sunday
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 21:42
Washington Redskins coach Jay Gruden anticipates Colt McCoy will be sufficiently recovered from a neck injury in time to start Sunday against the New York Giants, adding that McCoy is "in the lead" above Robert Griffin I...
Rams-Cardinals 2014: Thursday Night Football TV Channel, Live Stream Info, News And Prediction
IBTimes - 11 Dec 2014 21:32
The Arizona Cardinals can all but lock down a postseason berth with their 11th victory of the season, but achieving that goal could prove difficult against a red-hot St. Louis Rams defense. The two sides will meet for "T...
Women's Groups Blast NFL's New Personal Conduct Policy
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 20:38
Women's advocacy groups on Thursday excoriated NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell's changes to the league's personal conduct policy, saying it does not do enough to help victims and hold players who commit domestic violence ...
Fantasy Football: Week 15 Player Tiers
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 18:56
Drew Brees (Tier 1) is not someone experts typically bet on in away games, but the matchup this week at Chicago is too tempting.
NFLPA expects 'substantial increase' to cap
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 18:37
The NFLPA believes a "substantial increase" will be added to the NFL's projected salary cap increase for the 2015 season, per a memo sent Thursday.
Source: Cards' Cromartie will play vs. Rams
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 18:32
Arizona Cardinals cornerback Antonio Cromartie, listed as questionable with an ankle injury, will play Thursday night against the St. Louis Rams, a team official told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.
National Football League Roundup
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 03:05
NFL owners unanimously passed a stricter personal-conduct policy proposed by commissioner Roger Goodell on Wednesday.
Lawyer says Titans' Hill 'did nothing wrong'
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 02:53
The lawyer representing Titans nose tackle Sammie Hill said a accusation of sexual assault being investigated by the Atlanta police is unfounded.
Thursday's Matchup: Cardinals (10-3) at Rams (6-7)
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 02:39
Arizona is in first place in perhaps the toughest division in the N.F.L., but the Cardinals could miss out on the playoffs if they fail to win another game.
Cam Newton Car Accident: Will Panthers QB Start On Sunday Against Bucs?
IBTimes - 11 Dec 2014 02:32
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has left a Charlotte-area hospital after suffering two fractures in his lower back in a car accident Tuesday. NFL Network reporter Jeff Darlington tweeted Wednesday that Newton wa...
Kaepernick flashes more positive attitude
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 01:50
Normally curt in dealing with the media, beleaguered 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick flashed several smiles and was more forthcoming Wednesday.
Jets' Smith: Despite woes, 'Pro Bowl flashes'
ESPN - 11 Dec 2014 01:14
New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith says his inconsistency has overshadowed his "Pro Bowl flashes."
Lewis Faces 4-Foot-3 Celeb on Manziel Height
The New York Times - 11 Dec 2014 00:38
With a 4-foot-3 Cleveland television celebrity in the audience to question him, Bengals coach Marvin Lewis apologized a third time on Wednesday for calling Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel "a midget."