NFL News

Eli, Rivers to battle for 1st time since draft-day trade
"With the fourth pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, the Giants select Philip Rivers, quarterback, North Carolina State." Those words never triggered a rush of excitement from Rivers and never prompted the Giants to envision Rivers wearing their uniform. ...
NY Post Fri Nov 6th


Foundering Giants need to regain winning swagger
So what has gone wrong for the Giants during their three-game slide? How about everything, says Sirius host and Giants' play-by-play man Bob Papa."The thing that sticks out at me is they are breaking down in all phases," Papa said.
NY Post Fri Nov 6th


Saints put their money where their mouths are
New Orleans invests invest in $2,000 mouthguards, credited with better performance by putting the jaw in the best position to align the body.
L.A. Times Fri Nov 6th


Cowboys wideout Williams no fan of Philly
IRVING, Texas - Roy Williams has not had good experiences on the field against the Eagles, and he says his family was not treated well by fans because they were wearing Cowboys gear during their visit.
Philadelphia Inquirer Fri Nov 6th


Eagles-Cowboys: 100th meeting
The Eagles face the Dallas Cowboys for the 100th time when they meet Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field. Some facts about the series:
Philadelphia Inquirer Fri Nov 6th


Gaffney shows 20-20-20-20 vision
Quick, who leads the Broncos in 20-yard-plus receptions? Brandon Marshall? Nope. Eddie Royal? Uh-uh. Tony Scheffler? Not close.
Denver Post Fri Nov 6th


Tim Twentyman: Lions and Brandon Pettigrew want more
Brandon Pettigrew concedes he hasn't lived up to the expectations that come with being the 20th selection in the draft -- not yet.
Detroit News Fri Nov 6th


Lewis chewed on it, helped Bengals regain bite
T he first indication of a change came in the summer, when Cincinnati coach Marvin Lewis agreed to allow his Bengals on "Hard Knocks," a cable TV production that shows the rigors of training camp but also the comic side.
Baltimore Sun Fri Nov 6th


Ravens vs. Bengals: 3 things that need to go right
1. Shut down running back Cedric Benson. With his power style, Benson became the first running back in 40 games to rush for 100 yards against the Ravens. Cincinnati is 3-0 this season when he gains 100 yards. The Ravens are 0-2 when they allow a back to reach 100.
Baltimore Sun Fri Nov 6th


Lions RB Kevin Smith wants to quiet the critics
Lions running back Kevin Smith returned to practice Thursday after sitting out Wednesday with a shoulder injury. He was listed as limited, and coach Jim Schwartz left some doubt about his status for Sunday's game at Seattle.
Detroit Free Press Fri Nov 6th


Dolphins look to continue strong play against Tom Brady
Against the rest of the NFL, he is Tom Brady.
South Florida Sun Thu Nov 5th


AP Source: Colts CB Jackson Out for Season
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- A person with knowledge of the injury says Indianapolis Colts cornerback Marlin Jackson will miss the rest of the season after tearing the ACL in his left knee.
NY Times Thu Nov 5th


Jury convicts man in Jaguars player shooting
A jury convicted an ex-con Thursday of attempted first-degree murder in the shooting of former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive lineman Richard Collier in 2008.
Buffalo News Thu Nov 5th


NOW Calls for Raiders Coach Cable to Be Suspended
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- The National Organization for Women called on the Oakland Raiders to suspend coach Tom Cable while the team investigates allegations he has a history of violent behavior toward women.
NY Times Thu Nov 5th


Haley says he planned Chiefs locker room signs a while ago
Todd Haley, asked about the signs for the first time on Thursday, said it was a coincidence the signs were placed shortly after Larry Johnson was suspended because of his now-infamous tweets. The signs, Haley said, have been planned for some time.
Kansas City Star Thu Nov 5th


Wake-Up Call: Freeman next rookie QB with shot at stardom
Since the NFL merger in 1970, there have been 80 quarterbacks selected with a first-round pick in the regular draft. Bucs rookie Josh Freeman, who gets his first start on Sunday afternoon against the Green Bay Packers, is No. 80.
Tampa Bay Tribune Thu Nov 5th


Bulger takes criticism for slide in stride
Rams QB feels controversial play against Lions was justified.
St. Louis Post-Dispatch Thu Nov 5th


Trial closing argument set in Jags player shooting
Closing statements are set in the trial of a man charged with attempted murder of a Jacksonville Jaguars player, who was shot several times and paralyzed in 2008.
The Seattle Times Thu Nov 5th


McNabb steps up leading role for Eagles
Quarterback Donovan McNabb will tell you he is still the same. Although he has gotten some praise lately by coach Andy Reid for raising his leadership profile, the 11-year pro says he is just doing what he has always done. The only change is the personnel around him in the locker room.
Philadelphia Inquirer Thu Nov 5th


Broncos brace for black-and-gold invasion by Steelers fans
It may pay for the Broncos to watch the horizon this week, for the invasion may be coming.
Denver Post Thu Nov 5th


NFL: Discussion of strike denied by player rep
Patriots linebacker and NFL Players Association player representative Adalius Thomas vehemently denied there has been any discussion of a strike by players, particularly during the playoffs.
Denver Post Thu Nov 5th


Delhomme looking for another upset
Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme has a simple recipe for beating the unbeaten New Orleans Saints. "Possessing the ball and protecting the ball is ... paramount," said Delhomme.
Charlotte Observer Thu Nov 5th


Three Injured Giants Are Making Progress
Chris Canty, Michael Boley and Aaron Ross say they are recovering from injuries and expressed hope they could play soon.
NY Times Thu Nov 5th


Eagles have been rough on Romo
PHILADELPHIA - Some of the worst games of his life have come against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Phillyburbs.com Thu Nov 5th


It could be worse, Seahawks fans: you could be in Detroit
Lions come to Seattle with one win in past 23 regular-season games.
The Seattle Times Thu Nov 5th