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Carter nearly ended up in NFL
Sky Sports - 14 Nov 2015 14:24
New Zealand great Dan Carter has revealed he almost quit rugby union to become an NFL player two years ago.
When Red (Bills) Met Green (Jets), Colorblind Fans Lost
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 05:13
The all-green uniforms worn by the Jets and the all-red ones of the Bills turned the viewing experience of Thursday's matchup into headache-inducing misery for colorblind fans.
Diagnosed With Cancer, Missouri Football Coach to Resign After Season
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 01:27
Gary Pinkel, the head coach of the University of Missouri's football team, said on Friday he has been diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma and will resign at the end of the year.
They Have Met the Enemy in New England, and His Name Is Eli
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 23:14
After winning three of four games against New England since a regular-season loss in 2007, including two Super Bowls, the Giants are a dirty word to the Patriots faithful.
Source: Vikings QB Bridgewater cleared to play
ESPN - 14 Nov 2015 22:36
Source: Vikings QB Bridgewater cleared to play
NFL to Bolster Security, Police Presence at Weekend Games
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 22:06
The National Football League said on Saturday it would increase security and beef up the law enforcement presence both inside and outside of stadiums for this week's games as a precaution after a series of attacks throug...
Peyton has rib-cage issue, still expected to play
ESPN - 14 Nov 2015 21:23
Peyton has rib-cage issue, still expected to play
Peyton Manning Also Dealing With Ribcage Injury
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 20:54
Another day, another injury for 39-year-old Peyton Manning.
Prayer's Place in U.S. Football Gets High School Test
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 19:12
Carrying out what he called a personal act of faith, high-school football coach Joe Kennedy walked out to the 50-yard-line after a recent game, knelt down and prayed.
Sports Briefing | College Football: Sandusky's Pension Restored
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 07:08
The state of Pennsylvania must restore the pension of the former Penn State assistant coach Jerry Sandusky that was taken away three years ago, when he was sentenced to prison after being convicted of child molestation, ...
N.F.L. Roundup: Jets See a New Role for a Former Discus Thrower
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 03:23
The Jets have signed Lawrence Okoye, a former discus thrower who holds the British record in that sport and who competed in the 2012 London Olympics.
Jay Ajayi will play more against Eagles after strong Dolphins debut
Miami Herald - 14 Nov 2015 02:08
The Dolphins say Jay Ajayi will play more after a strong debut last week Ajayi is an option in the red zone, an area where he excelled at Boise State Campbell said he expects DeVante Parker and Billy Turner to be availab...
What's trending in the NFL: Teams that have had most significant injuries
ESPN - 14 Nov 2015 01:05
What's trending in the NFL: Teams that have had most significant injuries
At Midpoint, Peterson Has NFL Rushing Lead at Age 30
The New York Times - 14 Nov 2015 00:01
Halfway through his comeback season, Adrian Peterson has the NFL rushing lead.