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Ex-NFL star Chad Johnson being released from jail
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A contrite Chad Johnson apologized Monday for disrespecting a judge when the former NFL star slapped his attorney on the backside in court last week, and his immediate release from jail was ordered.
Date: 06/17/2013 | Sports
NFL Notebook: Broncos part ways with McGahee
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Willis McGahee knew when he showed up at minicamp this week that he faced long odds of keeping his starting job since the Denver Broncos had used a high draft pick to select a running back for the second straight season.
Date: 06/14/2013 | Sports
NFL | Notebook: Tebow signs with Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Tim Tebow finally has a new team.
Date: 06/12/2013 | Sports
49ers Harbaugh says he won't tolerate cheating
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Jim Harbaugh has used the recent run of suspensions on the division rival Seattle Seahawks for performance-enhancing drug infractions as a reminder to his own San Francisco team: Cheating won't be tolerated.
Date: 06/12/2013 | Sports
FB Vonta Leach cut by Ravens in salary-cap move
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- Vonta Leach was released Tuesday by the Baltimore Ravens, who failed to agree on a restructured contract with the All-Pro fullback.
Date: 06/11/2013 | Sports
Bengals CB 'Pacman' Jones arrested
CINCINNATI -- Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones is scheduled to be arraigned on an assault charge after police said he tried to hurt a woman.Jones was arrested Monday and released on his own recognizance ahead of his Tuesday afternoon arraignment on the misdemeanor charge.
Date: 06/11/2013 | Sports
Ex-NFL star Chad Johnson gets 30 days in jail
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Former NFL star Chad Johnson was sentenced Monday to 30 days in jail for a probation violation in a domestic violence case by a judge who angrily rejected a no-jail plea deal after Johnson playfully slapped his attorney on the backside in court.
Date: 06/10/2013 | Sports
'Successful outcome' after Kelly has cancer surgery
BUFFALO, N.Y. -- Doctors anticipate Jim Kelly will have a "successful outcome" after the Buffalo Bills Hall of Fame quarterback had surgery to remove cancer from his upper jaw on Friday."The surgery went very well," according to a news release issued by Buffalo's Erie County...
Date: 06/07/2013 | Sports
NFL suspends Browns WR Gordon for 2 games
Receiver Josh Gordon was suspended without pay for the first two games next season for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy, the second year in a row that the Cleveland Browns will be missing a key player because of a drug-related punishment.
Date: 06/07/2013 | Sports
Favre takes some blame for ugly split with Packers
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Retired quarterback Brett Favre is taking some of the blame for his ugly departure from the Green Bay Packers.Favre told WGR 550-AM in Buffalo on Thursday that he was "at fault" in the breakup, though he says he feels like "both...
Date: 06/07/2013 | Sports
Redskins' RG3 says he'll be ready for July camp
ASHBURN, Va. — Quarterback Robert Griffin III said Thursday "without a doubt" that he expects to be fully recovered from knee surgery and in uniform when the Washington Redskins open training camp on July 25 in Richmond."One, it's a mindset and...
Date: 06/06/2013 | Sports
Cowboys' Brent tests positive for marijuana
DALLAS — Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent tested positive for marijuana while he awaits trial in a car crash that killed a teammate, prosecutors said Thursday in asking a judge to revoke the player's $100,000 bond and issue a warrant for his arrest.
Date: 06/06/2013 | Sports
Steelers' Roethlisberger has 'minor' knee surgery
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger underwent what coach Mike Tomlin called "minor" surgery on Wednesday to deal with lingering discomfort in his right knee.The 31-year-old Roethlisberger, who will miss next week's...
Date: 06/05/2013 | Sports
Deacon Jones of famed Fearsome Foursome dead at 74
David "Deacon" Jones, the original sackmaster, has died.The Hall of Fame defensive end, credited with coining the word "sack" for how he knocked down quarterbacks, was 74. The Washington Redskins said Jones died of natural causes at his home in...
Date: 06/04/2013 | Sports
Callahan set to call play for Cowboys
IRVING, Texas — Bill Callahan is replacing coach Jason Garrett as the play-caller for the Dallas Cowboys.So said owner Jerry Jones on Tuesday. Even Callahan himself confirmed it.All of which served only to...
Date: 06/04/2013 | Sports
Police: 2nd arrest made in stabbing of Steelers' Adams
PITTSBURGH — Police say they've arrested a second suspect in the weekend stabbing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Mike Adams.Police spokeswoman Diane Richard says 26-year-old Dquay Means was arrested Monday on charges of attempted...
Date: 06/04/2013 | Sports
Giants' DE Pierre-Paul has back surgery
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Giants defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul should be ready for the start of the season after having surgery to repair a herniated disc in his lower back on Tuesday.In calling the operation successful, the team announced the...
Date: 06/04/2013 | Sports
Former Bills QB Kelly battling cancer of the jaw
BATAVIA, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills Hall-of-Fame quarterback Jim Kelly says he has been diagnosed with cancer in his upper jaw bone and will undergo surgery on June 7.
Date: 06/03/2013 | Sports
Source: 49ers hire Mangini as consultant
SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to terms with Eric Mangini to be an offensive consultant for the NFC champions, a person with knowledge of the negotiations said Saturday.The former Cleveland Browns and New York Jets coach...
Date: 06/01/2013 | Sports
Steelers tackle Adams stabbed in robbery attempt
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh police say an offensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers was stabbed twice during an attempted carjacking on the city's South Side district.Police said 23-year-old Michael Adams told officers he was standing near his...
Date: 06/01/2013 | Sports
Jets sign ex-Seahawk Obomanu
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Quarterback David Garrard has officially retired after being placed on the reserve-retired list, the New York Jets announced Thursday.
Date: 05/30/2013 | Sports
Source: Pats'TE Gronkowski to have back surgery
New England tight end Rob Gronkowski will have back surgery on a disk in mid-June.A person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday that Gronkowski will undergo the surgery next month, which means he will miss the rest of...
Date: 05/29/2013 | Sports
Texans' Foster won't practice until training camp
HOUSTON — Texans running back Arian Foster's strained right calf will keep him off the practice field until training camp this summer.Foster was injured in an offseason practice on Tuesday. Tests revealed no further damage, but the strain will...
Date: 05/29/2013 | Sports
Ex-Giants' WR Smith retires from the NFL
TAMPA, Fla. — Former New York Giants receiver Steve Smith has announced his retirement from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.Smith played six NFL seasons, helping the Giants win a Super Bowl as a rookie and leading the NFC in receptions two years...
Date: 05/29/2013 | Sports
Police: Jaguars' Jones-Drew denies alleged battery
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Florida authorities say Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew has been accused in a complaint of hitting someone at a St. Augustine restaurant, but that police have not brought criminal charges.St. Augustine...
Date: 05/28/2013 | Sports
Members of Congress urge Redskins to change name
WASHINGTON — Ten members of Congress are urging the Washington Redskins to change their name because it is offensive to many Native Americans.The representatives said Tuesday they've sent letters to Redskins owner Dan Snyder, NFL Commissioner...
Date: 05/28/2013 | Sports
NFL moves 2014 draft to May 8-10
NEW YORK -- The NFL draft is moving to May next year.The league officially announced Tuesday that the 2014 edition will be held May 8-10 at Radio City Music Hall because of a scheduling conflict in April at the venue. The NFL has yet to decide on dates for drafts in 2015 and beyond.
Date: 05/28/2013 | Sports
Vikings' Peterson says he's 'not with' gay marriage
MINNEAPOLIS — NFL MVP Adrian Peterson says he has family members who are gay whom he loves and respects. But on gay marriage, the Minnesota Vikings running back says "that's not something I believe in."Peterson made his comments in a recent...
Date: 05/27/2013 | Sports
Ex-Bear Urlacher announces his retirement
CHICAGO — Brian Urlacher, former Chicago Bears All-Pro linebacker, announced his retirement from the NFL via Twitter on Wednesday, three days shy of his 35th birthday.Urlacher was an unsigned free agent but spent his entire career in Chicago...
Date: 05/22/2013 | Sports
49ers' Crabtree has surgery for torn Achilles tendon
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon.San Francisco's leading wide...
Date: 05/22/2013 | Sports
Titans' Locker ready to throw in OTAs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Jake Locker believes the best way to be a leader is by doing, not talking. It's why the Titans quarterback worked so hard on his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery to be ready for the team's offseason program.So when...
Date: 05/21/2013 | Sports
50th Super Bowl goes to San Francisco Bay Area
BOSTON — The NFL will celebrate its 50th Super Bowl in northern California, where its newest, most high-tech venue is being built.That makes South Florida, in the...
Date: 05/21/2013 | Sports
Seahawks waive Portis
Backup quarterback was arrested on May 5 for suspicion of DUI
Date: 05/21/2013 | Sports
49ers' Harbaugh to drive ceremonial Indy pace car
SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Jim Harbaugh, who’s constantly told his 49ers to get 1 mph faster each day, will drive the ceremonial pace car at Sunday’s Indianapolis 500.Co-owner of Indianapolis-based Panther Racing since 1997, Harbaugh...
Date: 05/21/2013 | Sports
Romo had surgery to remove cyst on back
IRVING, Texas — Tony Romo pointed here and there, showing receiver Dez Bryant the best way to use a block on the first day of offseason practice.That's about what he can do for now.The new $100 million...
Date: 05/21/2013 | Sports
Bills' Williams denies contemplating suicide
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Mario Williams refused to be labeled as someone who was emotionally unstable in dismissing questions about his mental state raised by a series of text messages from his former fiancee.In his first opportunity to respond to...
Date: 05/20/2013 | Sports
Lions' Johnson played last season with injured fingers
ALLEN PARK, Mich. — Calvin Johnson is downplaying whatever was wrong with his fingers last year.And with good reason, perhaps — he was still healthy enough to catch 122 passes for an NFL-record 1,964 yards last season.
Date: 05/20/2013 | Sports
Ex-NFL WR Johnson arrested on probation violation
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada.Johnson was jailed Monday morning by a...
Date: 05/20/2013 | Sports
NFL’s Kluwe, gay marriage supporter, to speak at EvCC
Chris Kluwe, the longtime Minnesota Vikings punter, is coming to Everett.His vociferous, sometimes profane defense of same-sex marriage last year brought him more national...
Date: 05/20/2013 | Local News
Chargers, Freeney agree to 2-year deal
SAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chargers agreed Saturday to a two-year deal with aging star pass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million.The deal to bring Freeney to the Chargers came four days after outside linebacker Melvin Ingram...
Date: 05/18/2013 | Sports
Ravens LB McClain retires at the age of 23
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Linebacker Rolando McClain has told the Baltimore Ravens that he's retiring from the NFL.The 23-year-old McClain played three seasons with the Oakland Raiders before signing a one-year contract with Baltimore as a free agent...
Date: 05/15/2013 | Sports
Source: Jets QB Garrard plans to retire
NEW YORK — The Jets have one less quarterback in their open competition.A person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday that David Garrard plans to retire because of lingering knee issues.
Date: 05/15/2013 | Sports
Ex-Lion Young pleads not guilty to 8 criminal counts
DETROIT — The rap sheet against Titus Young continues to grow, and the troubled former Detroit Lions receiver now faces eight different charges punishable up to more than 71/2 years in California prison, with two other cases pending.The Orange...
Date: 05/14/2013 | Sports
Eagles sign former Cowboy RB Jones
PHILADELPHIA — The Eagles made another attempt at a low-risk acquisition of a onetime high draft pick by signing former Dallas Cowboys running Felix Jones to a one-year contract on Tuesday, bringing Jones to a crowded Eagles backfield."I...
Date: 05/14/2013 | Sports
Bills' Williams sues ex to return $785,000 ring
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — A high-priced contract can't buy Mario Williams love, leading the Bills defensive end to sue his ex-fiance, demanding she return a $785,000 diamond engagement ring.In a lawsuit filed in Harris County, Texas, district court...
Date: 05/14/2013 | Sports
Former Saints, Chargers RB Chuck Muncie dead at 60
METAIRIE, La. -- Chuck Muncie, a Pro Bowl running back with both the New Orleans Saints and San Diego Chargers, has died at age 60, the NFL clubs and a family spokesman said Tuesday.
Date: 05/14/2013 | Sports
McNabb says he's ready to retire as an Eagle
PHILADELPHIA -- Donovan McNabb says he will retire with the Philadelphia Eagles this fall.
Date: 05/14/2013 | Sports
Ex-Husky Glenn signs free-agent deal with Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs signed former University of Washington defensive back Justin Glenn on Monday.Glenn, who played at Kamiak High School, was one of six players who attended the Chiefs' rookie minicamp last weeked who were...
Date: 05/13/2013 | Sports
Nix steps down as Bills' GM
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Not getting any younger and confident he's put in place a young foundation capable of turning the Buffalo Bills into a winner, Buddy Nix called this the right time to step down as general manager on Monday."I think at some...
Date: 05/13/2013 | Sports
Ex-Nevada coach Ault joins Chiefs as consultant
ENO, Nev. — Former Nevada football coach Chris Ault is taking a job as a consultant with the Kansas City Chiefs.The Reno Gazette-Journal reports (http://tinyurl.com/cm5maqu ) that Ault's agent, Bob LaMonte, confirmed the deal on Monday.
Date: 05/13/2013 | Sports
Jags' Blackmon blames problems on poor decisions
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Justin Blackmon pinned his problems on his decisions.Blackmon, suspended the first four games of the 2013 season for violating the NFL's substance-abuse policy, acknowledged Monday that he's at a crossroads in his career...
Date: 05/13/2013 | Sports
Ex-Lion Young arrested for third time in a week
SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — Authorities say former Detroit Lions wide receiver Titus Young has been arrested in California for the third time in a week.Orange County Sheriff's spokesman Lt. Joe Balicki says the 23-year-old Young was arrested late...
Date: 05/12/2013 | Sports
Former Jets WR Sauer dies at 69
LORHAM PARK, N.J. — George Sauer had a huge day in the biggest game in New York Jets history, and then surprisingly walked away from football a few years later.Sauer, a wide receiver on the Jets' only Super Bowl championship team, has died. He...
Date: 05/11/2013 | Sports
Steelers Hall of Famer Butler dies at 85
PITTSBURGH — Jack Butler, who helped revolutionize the way cornerbacks played in the NFL during his Hall of Fame career with the Pittsburgh Steelers, died Saturday after a lengthy battle with a staph infection. He was 85.Butler's son John said...
Date: 05/11/2013 | Sports
Raiders longtime executive Trask resigns
LAMEDA, Calif. — Longtime Oakland Raiders chief executive office Amy Trask resigned her position on Saturday, ending the tenure of one of the highest-ranking women in American professional sports.Trask spent 25 seasons with the Raiders starting...
Date: 05/11/2013 | Sports
Ex-Seahawk Hill won't face felony charge
SEATTLE — Former Seattle Seahawks linebacker Leroy Hill won't face a felony charge in his January arrest for investigation of domestic violence.The King County Prosecutor's Office said Wednesday the case for a felony charge was legally...
Date: 05/08/2013 | Sports
49ers reach stadium naming rights deal with Levi's
SAN FRANCISCO — The future home of the San Francisco 49ers will be called Levi's Stadium.The 49ers and Levi Strauss & Co. announced an agreement Wednesday for a $220 million, 20-year naming rights deal for the team's stadium in Santa...
Date: 05/08/2013 | Sports
Reports: Bucs' Barber to retire after 16 seasons
Multiple media outlets report that Ronde Barber is retiring from the NFL after 16 seasons as a standout defensive back.Barber told Fox Sports.com, "I've had a better run than I ever could've dreamed of having."
Date: 05/08/2013 | Sports
Underwood to sing 'Sunday Night Football' theme
NEW YORK — Carrie Underwood will take over the theme song for "Sunday Night Football," with NBC sticking to the formula of a female country music star for its intro.Underwood steps in for Faith Hill, who announced last month that she would not...
Date: 05/07/2013 | Sports
Jaguars sign former Seahawks CB Trufant
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars continue to revamp their secondary, signing free agent cornerback Marcus Trufant and reuniting him with coach Gus Bradley.The team released veteran cornerback Antwaun Molden to make room for the...
Date: 05/07/2013 | Sports
Forbes poll tabs Tebow as most influential athlete
NEW YORK — Even on the unemployment line, Tim Tebow remains a popular presence.The former Jets quarterback, cut by New York last week after one disappointing season and now a free agent, was selected as America's most influential athlete,...
Date: 05/06/2013 | Sports
Vikings release outspoken punter Kluwe
MINNEAPOLIS — The Vikings released punter Chris Kluwe on Monday, bringing an end to his colorful and outspoken eight-year stay in Minnesota.Kluwe announced the news on Twitter shortly after meeting with Vikings GM Rick Spielman, a move that had...
Date: 05/06/2013 | Sports
Questions about Dolphins' future in Miami
MIAMI — As Dan Marino campaigned for Miami to be chosen the site of the 50th Super Bowl, he made no pretense about being objective on the subject."In my opinion," the former Dolphins quarterback said, "every Super Bowl should be here."
Date: 05/06/2013 | Sports
Poll finds widespread support for Redskins name
WASHINGTON -- It's been a rough offseason for the Washington Redskins, and not just because of the knee injury to star quarterback Robert Griffin III.
Date: 05/02/2013 | Sports
Chiefs trade CB Arenas to Cardinals for FB Sherman
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs thinned out a crowded defensive backfield by trading Javier Arenas to Arizona on Wednesday for fullback Anthony Sherman, who didn't appear to fit with new Cardinals coach Bruce Arians' offense.An...
Date: 05/01/2013 | Sports
D.C. pol wants Redskins to change name to Redtails
WASHINGTON — A D.C. Councilmember plans to introduce a resolution that calls on the Washington Redskins to change their name.Councilmember David Grosso (GRAH'-so), an at-large independent, says the name is "racist and derogatory," and that...
Date: 05/01/2013 | Sports
Tebow clears waivers, becomes free agent
NEW YORK — Tim Tebow has cleared waivers a day after being let go by the New York Jets, making the quarterback a free agent who's allowed to sign with any NFL team.Tebow was waived Monday after an unproductive season with the Jets, leaving his...
Date: 04/30/2013 | Sports
Jaguars' Blackmon suspended 4 games
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Justin Blackmon's latest violation of the NFL's substance-abuse policy will cost him money — maybe lots of it.The league suspended Blackmon on Tuesday for the first four games of the 2013 season for his second...
Date: 04/30/2013 | Sports
Omaha Beef offer Tebow a job: $75 a game
OMAHA, Neb. — The Omaha Beef have a job waiting for Tim Tebow if he wants it — and the Nebraska indoor football team will even pay him $75 a game.A day after Tebow was cut by the New York Jets, the Beef called the office of Tebow agent...
Date: 04/30/2013 | Sports
Jets waive Tebow
NEW YORK — The possibilities appeared endless for Tim Tebow.Here he was, perhaps the most popular player in the NFL, in New York as a member of the Jets and maybe the biggest thing to hit Broadway since Joe Namath himself.
Date: 04/29/2013 | Sports
Ex-Cougars' QB Tuel agrees to deal with Bills
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Passed over in the NFL draft, Tennessee Tech receiver Da'Rick Rogers can finally begin putting his troubled college career behind him after agreeing to sign with the Buffalo Bills.Rogers' agent Joby Branion, on Sunday, confirmed...
Date: 04/28/2013 | Sports
Eagles' Kelly impressed with Barkley's poise
Chip Kelly's ongoing insistence that he does not require a mobile quarterback was validated on Saturday, when the Philadelphia Eagles traded up in the fourth round of the NFL draft to take USC quarterback Matt Barkley.Barkley was expected to be a top 10 pick in 2012 before...
Date: 04/28/2013 | Sports
49ers take a chance on Lattimore
SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- Marcus Lattimore won't have to look far for inspiration to make it in the NFL after a devastating knee injury. He'll find it standing next to him with the San Francisco 49ers.
Date: 04/28/2013 | Sports
Bears draft Cougars' Wilson in 7th round
LAKE FOREST, Ill. — The third day of the NFL draft started a lot like the first two for the Chicago Bears, who devoted their fourth- and fifth-round picks to more linebacker and offensive line help.The Bears selected linebacker Khaseem Greene...
Date: 04/27/2013 | Sports
Barkley, 3 other QBs picked in 4th round of NFL draft
NEW YORK — This was one rush quarterbacks embraced.Starting with Matt Barkley, the fourth round of the NFL draft was the landing spot for quarterbacks who carried hopes of going much higher. Philadelphia traded up with Jacksonville to get the...
Date: 04/27/2013 | Sports
Jaguars draft Michigan's Robinson in 5th round
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars selected guys nicknamed "Shoelace" and "Ace" on the final day of the NFL draft.They might just provide a little extra pace for Jacksonville's special teams.The...
Date: 04/27/2013 | Sports
Te'o: 'I think I'm pretty prepared' for NFL
SAN DIEGO — After dealing with the commotion over his fake online girlfriend and his flop in the national championship game, Manti Te'o believes he's ready for the NFL.That includes being mentally tough enough for the verbal abuse he'll surely...
Date: 04/27/2013 | Sports
LSU RB Jeremy Hill arrested after bar fight
NEW ORLEANS — LSU leading running back Jeremy Hill, already on probation in connection with a 2011 arrest, was arrested again early Saturday morning after allegedly punching another man in the side of the head outside a Baton Rouge bar near campus.
Date: 04/27/2013 | Sports
Packers sign Rodgers to contract extension
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- This ought to give Aaron Rodgers fond memories of the NFL draft.
Date: 04/26/2013 | Sports
Ex-Husky Trufant to wear No. 21 for Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Desmond Trufant will be wearing No. 21 for the Falcons.That's the same number worn by another cornerback, Deion Sanders, when the future Hall of Famer played his first five seasons in Atlanta.
Date: 04/26/2013 | Sports
NFC West gets tougher
Rams, 49ers improve; Seahawks make first pick later today
Date: 04/26/2013 | Sports
NFL's Jaguars unveil new uniforms, 2-tone helmets
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars took the latest step in the franchise's makeover Tuesday, unveiling new uniforms and a two-tone helmet that's sure to elicit positive and negative responses.Billionaire owner Shad Khan, coach Gus...
Date: 04/23/2013 | Sports
NFL beefs up security for this week's draft
NEW YORK -- The NFL is increasing security for this week's draft at Radio City Music Hall, with everyone subject to screenings, including use of metal detectors and pat-downs, and searches of personal property.
Date: 04/23/2013 | Sports
Bengals sign former Steeler LB Harrison
CINCINNATI -- The Cincinnati Bengals have officially signed free agent James Harrison, the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker from the rival Pittsburgh Steelers.
Date: 04/23/2013 | Sports
NFL Draft: Is there another Russell Wilson?
Most people thought he was the typical Plan B.Turns out, quarterback Russell Wilson was Exhibit A.Wilson, selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of last year's NFL draft, looked to be a guy destined to hold a clipboard behind presumed starter Matt...
Date: 04/23/2013 | Sports
NFL Draft: Seahawks need depth in the trenches
RENTON -- The contract extension signed by Kam Chancellor was good news for the Seattle Seahawks because it means they'll keep one of their key defensive players for the foreseeable future.Chancellor's new contract was also, however, a reminder that the Seahawks have a lot...
Date: 04/23/2013 | Sports
Looking for a linebacker?
Seahawks could look to replace outside linebacker Hill in draft
Date: 04/22/2013 | Sports
Jets trade Revis to Bucs for 2 draft picks
TAMPA, Fla. — Revis Island is relocating to Tampa Bay.The Buccaneers made a bold move to fix the NFL's worst pass defense Sunday, acquiring star cornerback Darrelle Revis from the New York Jets in exchange for the 13th overall pick in this...
Date: 04/21/2013 | Sports
NBC anouncer Michaels arrested for alleged DUI
SANTA MONICA, Calif. — NBC Sports announcer Al Michaels was arrested over the weekend in Southern California on suspicion of drunken driving, authorities said Sunday.Michaels was pulled over at about 9:30 p.m. Friday after officers manning a...
Date: 04/21/2013 | Sports
NFL Draft has foreign flavor
ST. LOUIS -- The first round of this week's NFL draft will be brimming with defensive linemen. That's nothing new.But when it comes to the origin of that talent, well, that's a little different.For one, the state of Utah could be producing two top 10 D-line...
Date: 04/21/2013 | Sports
Will Tennessee's Patterson be a bust?
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Good luck to the National Football League coaching staff and quarterback that expect Tennessee wide receiver Cordarrelle Patterson to play well from scrimmage as a rookie.In fact, many of the red flags that portend B-U-S-T will accompany Patterson if/when...
Date: 04/21/2013 | Sports
Summerall remembered as 'voice of the NFL'
PLANO, Texas — Veteran sportscaster Pat Summerall was remembered Saturday during a memorial service as "the voice of the NFL" and a venerated figure who maintained a humble approach despite the praise his broadcast work received for decades.
Date: 04/20/2013 | Sports
Seahawks announce 1-year deal with CB Winfield
RENTON — Once he was cut in Minnesota for cap reasons, veteran cornerback Antoine Winfield made it a point to have his representatives reach out to the Seattle Seahawks to see if he could fit with one of the more talented defensive back units in the NFL.
Date: 04/17/2013 | Sports
Packers sign Pro Bowl LB Clay Matthews
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Green Bay Packers have signed star linebacker Clay Matthews to a contract extension. The team announced the move Wednesday without disclosing terms. FOX Sports reported the deal is for five years and worth $13 million per year in new money.
Date: 04/17/2013 | Sports
British track star Okoye dreams of playing in NFL
Paul Doyle sat in the stands at Cowboys Stadium this month watching star pupil Lawrence Okoye compete at the NFL Super Regional Combine.Okoye, a British Olympian who never has played a down of football, ran a 4.84-second 40-yard dash and vertical-jumped 36 inches at 6-feet-5...
Date: 04/17/2013 | Sports
Ex-NFL broadcaster Summerall dies at 82
Pat Summerall died Tuesday. He was 82.That’s exactly how Summerall once told a writer he would craft the first sentences of his own obituary — short and to the point.He died in his hospital room at...
Date: 04/16/2013 | Sports
Browns owner: Family company under criminal probe
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Cleveland Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said Tuesday the federal government has launched a criminal investigation into rebates offered by the truck stop chain owned by his family, including his brother, Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam.
Date: 04/16/2013 | Sports
Steelers match Patriots offer for WR Sanders
PITTSBURGH — Emmanuel Sanders is sticking with the Pittsburgh Steelers.The team announced Sunday it matched the $2.5 million offer the New England Patriots made to the restricted free agent wide receiver last week. Pittsburgh would have...
Date: 04/14/2013 | Sports
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