Tonight’s best pick is the Bears at home vs. the Cardinals. As usual, the Cardinals are a poor team. The Bears are going to want to put on a little bit of a show at home tonight -losing is not an option. Take the Bears -4 against the red birds.
Buffalo Bills receiver Peerless Price returned to practice Thursday, a day after he was held out because of a sore triceps. Price is expected to play Saturday when Buffalo hosts Cleveland. The seven-year NFL veteran is slotted as the No. 2 receiver behind Lee Evans, but has been held without a catch in Buffalo’s first two preseason games.
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Palmer will play Monday night against Packers (AP)
Carson Palmer’s rebuilt left knee is about to get its first big test. The Cincinnati Bengals quarterback said Thursday that he’ll play in the next preseason game, and is expected to start against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night. “I’m going to play,” Palmer said. “Nothing’s changed. We set out this date a while back, and everything’s been on schedule and I’ve been fortunate enough to progress…
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Sticking up for Bryant, ex-players (SI.com)
What shall we start with? The Bryant Gumbel flap, you say? Fair enough. Gumbel is getting ripped in the press, but…
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Raiders center Jake Grove received good news Thursday when doctors told him he will not need surgery on his injured left shoulder and is expected to miss less than a month. “It’s not as bad as what they thought it would be,” said Grove, who feared he would miss 12 weeks if he needed an operation. “I’m not going to have to have surgery.
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AFC North preview: Most reliable QB? The dude who almost died
The Steelers didn’t know if Ben Roethlisberger could play at all this season after his horrific accident. But in the strangest twist of the bizarre AFC North, he’ll be better than ever in ‘06, Pete Prisco says.
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Big difference already for Raiders in preseason (AP)
Kirk Morrison can already see a big difference this season on the Oakland Raiders based on how they’ve played in the preseason. For some teams, the exhibition season may be more about teaching, evaluating new players and staying healthy. But after three straight losing seasons, winning games is more crucial than usual for the Raiders this season.
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Now that recalcitrant receiver Ashley Lelie is no longer their problem, the Denver Broncos will spend the next several months answering two key questions: — Are they better without him? — Are they better off without him? “It’s tough to know right now,” Denver defensive end Courtney Brown said. “Time will tell us and him.” The NFL’s leader in yards per catch the last two seasons could have provided…
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Duckett to Redskins, Lelie to Falcons in three-team deal (SportsTicker)
DENVER (Ticker) - The Washington Redskins and Atlanta Falcons both filled voids created by injuries in a three-team trade with the Denver Broncos on Wednesday.
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Broncos’ Dumervil out to show he can play defensive line (AP)
Elvis Dumervil enjoys hearing he can’t do something. The Denver Broncos rookie has been told that his entire life. The latest chapter is that he can’t play on the defensive line because he’s not tall or big enough. Dumervil, generously listed at 5-foot-11 and 250 pounds, thrives on proving skeptics wrong.
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Saints get Shanle from Cowboys for 2007 pick (AP)
The New Orleans Saints acquired linebacker Scott Shanle from the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday for an undisclosed draft pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. The trade is pending the player passing a physical, the Saints said. Shanle is entering his fourth season in the NFL. He joined the Cowboys in 2004, playing on special teams and starting 11 games.
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Saints acquire LB Shanle from Cowboys (SportsTicker)
JACKSON, Mississippi (Ticker) - The New Orleans Saints on Wednesday acquired linebacker Scott Shanle from the Dallas Cowboys for an undisclosed 2007 draft pick, pending a physical.
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Oklahoma has banned its athletes from working at a car dealership where two football players — including the starting quarterback — broke NCAA rules by accepting payment for more work than they performed.
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SEC preview: Running gauntlet becomes survival game
The SEC has done it, becoming too good for its own good. The league has no clear national-title contender because it has too many nasty teams that spend the fall beating up on each other, Dennis Dodd says in our conference preview.
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Scouting the pro prospects: Offensive linemen
In studying players who’ll battle in NFL trenches in ‘07, Rob Rang realizes that bookends are worth checking out — including an athletic tackle who might see time at tight end.
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Renovated Stanford Stadium nears debut
The cardinal red-colored seatbacks still need a good dusting and construction crews are working 16-hour days just to complete Stanford Stadium’s $90 million facelift on schedule.
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Tight ends could be big part of Raiders offense (AP)
Aaron Brooks dropped back to pass on his second play from scrimmage and found tight end Courtney Anderson for an easy 9-yard completion. The strategy continued all game long, as Oakland Raiders tight ends had 10 catches against San Francisco — a big change from recent years. Coach Art Shell has stressed all training camp that his offense is suited to those big guys in the middle of the field.
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Drew Bledsoe lobbed two passes into the end zone and saw his receivers make terrific catches on both in his preseason debut for the Dallas Cowboys. Neither play, however, was made by the receiver everyone is waiting to see him throw to — Terrell Owens. Terry Glenn reached around his defender’s head and made a one-handed touchdown catch on Bledsoe’s first lob, then Sam Hurd fought off his defender…
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No T.O. means more playing time for other Cowboys receivers (AP)
Here’s a juicy bit of news: Not having Terrell Owens the last few weeks actually has been a good thing for the Dallas Cowboys. Don’t get the wrong idea. The Cowboys definitely would’ve rather had their new lead receiver on the field, both to work with the rest of the offense and to cut down on the chatter generated by his lingering hamstring injury.
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Jones says T.O. status still uncertain (AP)
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Monday night that receiver Terrell Owens may have another MRI exam taken to see why his hamstring continues to bother him after weeks of treatment. “Certainly it is sore and he is going to be working to improve that,” Jones said during halftime of Dallas’ preseason game against the New Orleans Saints.
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Tagliabue talks of accomplishments, tasks ahead (AP)
After 17 years, Paul Tagliabue is more than ready to move on. “I’m glad it’s over,” the outgoing NFL commissioner said Monday. “It’s the right time.” His relaxed posture at the head of a conference table said as much. So did his hour-plus interview at league headquarters with nine reporters, one of his longest media sessions during his tenure.
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Dallas’ wide ‘outs’ (Yahoo! Sports)
OXNARD, Calif. – Drew Bledsoe is getting precious little on-field time with his top targets at Cowboys camp.
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The Green Bay Packers released punter B.J. Sander on Monday, bringing to an end a career that came to symbolize the disappointment associated with former coach Mike Sherman’s brief stint as the team’s general manager. Sander won the Ray Guy award as the nation’s top collegiate punter at Ohio State, but has failed to live up to high expectations since Sherman and the Packers traded up to take him in…
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Marshall’s Rodamer arrested off-campus
Marshall safety Geremy Rodamer and two former Herd players face misdemeanor charges following their weekend arrests, police said Monday.
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UT assistant under suspicion for donation
A University of Tennessee trustee collected cash from fans and some former athletes gathered at his house to give to assistant coach Trooper Taylor for speaking at their barbecue dinner, according to documents released Monday.
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Former C. Michigan pair receive sentences
Two former Central Michigan football players who pleaded no contest to attempted assault with a dangerous weapon in the beating death of a man outside a bar were sentenced to jail Monday.
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Big 12 preview: OU debacle opens door for loaded ‘Horns
Losing quarterback Rhett Bomar leaves a gaping wound in the Sooners and makes Texas look like a lock in the powerhouse Big 12 South. Dennis Dodd says even freshman quarterbacks won’t slow the loaded ‘Horns in our conference preview.
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McFadden still doubtful for season opener
Arkansas running back Darren McFadden, who had the pin removed from his left big toe Monday, remains doubtful for the Sept. 2 season opener against No. 6 Southern California.
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Eagles may bring in Davis to bolster running game (AP)
Stephen Davis might not be unemployed much longer. The Philadelphia Eagles brought the four-time 1,000-yard rusher in for a physical and interview Monday to see if the 32-year-old Davis and his creaky knees can bolster an undersized running game hit with injury and inconsistency. “He’s been very productive in this league,” coach Andy Reid said.
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Henderson out 2-3 weeks after knee scope (AP)
Veteran fullback William Henderson had arthroscopic knee surgery Monday and will be out two to three weeks, Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy said. Henderson injured his knee during Saturday’s preseason game against Atlanta. McCarthy said he hoped Henderson, who has missed only two games in his Packers career, will be back in time for the Sept.
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Bengals coach Marvin Lewis declined to say Sunday whether Carson Palmer will play in Cincinnati’s next preseason game, leaving the quarterback’s status unclear for the season opener.
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Need To Know File: Aug. 21, 2006
A look at the recent NFL headlines that all Fantasy owners should be aware of leading up to Draft Day.
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Bush brings rock-star persona, jolt to needy city
Reggie Bush might not walk on water, but he already rules in New Orleans. Pete Prisco says the former Trojan’s combination of charisma, maturity and skills are helping the city break out of its hurricane-induced depression.
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Jets fill backfield hole, get Niners’ Barlow
The New York Jets acquired running back Kevan Barlow from the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday for an undisclosed draft pick in 2007, their second attempt in a week to shore up the position.
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‘Hawks look sharp, claw out win vs. Colts
Peyton Manning was nearly perfect in the first quarter. Seattle made sure the Colts’ backups weren’t even close the rest of the game.
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On bubble, Bills WR Price misses practice
Buffalo Bills receiver Peerless Price missed practice Sunday, two days after he was held without a catch for the second consecutive preseason game.
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Plummer quietly having good camp (AP)
For a guy who led the Denver Broncos to the cusp of the Super Bowl seven months ago, Jake Plummer sure has had a quiet camp. Almost all the attention has been on prized rookie quarterback Jay Cutler, who is drawing rave reviews for his arm strength and accuracy but who will be carrying a clipboard when the regular season begins in three weeks.
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While he only had one reception in Saturday’s preseason game at New England, Larry Fitzgerald showed why he is so highly thought of in Fantasy circles. He had one reception for 26 yards, showing a great burst of speed in the process.
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Bethel Johnson turning heads
The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports Johnson has been performing well lately, highlighted by a 50-yard touchdown reception during seven-on-seven drills on Friday.
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Chris Henry battling hamstring
Henry was unable to suit up for Friday’s preseason game, not because of off-field issues, but due to a nagging hamstring injury.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers’ preseason couldn’t be going much better. Their offense is barely scoring. Brad Johnson and rookie Tarvaris Jackson each threw for a touchdown and the Minnesota Vikings got production from starters and backups alike in beating the Steelers, winning 17-10 Saturday night in the Steelers’ first home game since their Super Bowl championship.
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Roethlisberger starts despite sore thumb (AP)
Ben Roethlisberger started the Pittsburgh Steelers’ exhibition game against the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday night despite a strained right thumb ligament, then was pulled after throwing a touchdown pass. Playing only one series for the second week in a row, Roethlisberger went 3-of-4 for 30 yards with a 16-yard touchdown pass to Cedrick Wilson at 10:17 of the first quarter.
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Penalties continue to plague the Raiders (AP)
The flags started flying almost from the start of the Oakland Raiders’ last exhibition game. Two delay of games, a pair of false starts, three offsides penalties. There were nine penalties in all. It was a development that riled coach Art Shell, who has stressed eliminating the silly infractions that plagued the Raiders in recent years.
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Shell to coach Raiders for first time in Oakland (AP)
The Oakland Coliseum is notorious as a stadium that’s unfriendly to the Raiders’ opponents. Just ask Art Shell. Even though he was one of the franchise’s greatest players, Shell still got to experience the visitors’ treatment three times as an assistant with Kansas City and Atlanta. “I remember coming in on the bus, somebody threw an egg at the bus, but hey, it happens when you go elsewhere,” Shell…
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NFL Capsules (AP)
Chad Johnson had cause to celebrate. He did not, however, have permission. There was still enough high-scoring entertainment in Cincinnati’s 44-31 win over the Buffalo Bills on Friday night. Johnson and the defense led the way, helping Cincinnati produce the third-most points in a preseason game in team history — and most since a 45-0 win over Tampa Bay in 1977.
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Bears 24, Chargers 3 (AP)
The Chicago Bears carried over the tradition they established last year: Score early and often, just not on offense. Brian Urlacher showed why he was the NFL’s defensive player of the year ago, intercepting a pass on the game’s third play from scrimmage and returning it 64 yards for a touchdown. Then, near the end of the opening quarter, Rashied Davis took a kickoff the length of the field, going…
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