United States Air Force Staff Sargent Damien Ferguson plays with his son Braeden Ferguson while waiting for the NFC All-Star football players to arrive for practice at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012, in Honolulu.
Baltimore Ravens fullback Vonta Leach (44), of the AFC, catches a pass during football practice for Sunday's NFL football Pro Bowl at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012, in Honolulu.
Tice promises to lean on Cutler
When the Bears promoted Mike Tice to offensive coordinator, many felt it would keep the team in a run-first mentality. But Tice says that's not the case as he told the Chicago Tribune that he plans to fit the offense into the scheme, not the other way around, which was a problem with...
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Friday, January 27, 2012 at 11:09 AM
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In Schiano, Bucs believe they have disciplined teacher
After a long and winding coach search, the Bucs chose a man they believe will be able to teach the youngest roster in the league. It appears Rutgers coach Greg Schiano got the gig in part because of how he works with young players. “He’s a defensive-minded coach whose teams have always...
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ProFootballTalk.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 11:03 AM
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Brady tells Pats owner he'll play better in Super Bowl
It's not often that Tom Brady finds himself apologizing for his play on the field, but after a shaky game against the Ravens, the Patriots QB went out of his way to tell his boss he'll do better next time...
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NFL.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:59 AM
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BenJarvus Green-Ellis' uncle is willing to bet $5 million on the Patriots
Green-Ellis' uncle is Bryan 'Birdman' Williams, CEO of Cash Money Records.APNew England Patriots running back BenJarvus Green-EllisTalk about believing in your family.Bryan ‘Birdman’ Williams, the owner of Cash Money Records and uncle of New England Patriots running back...
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MassLive.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:55 AM
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Cuomo "optimistic" despite hurdles
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo fully understands the importance of keeping the Bills tied to Buffalo for the long term with a new lease agreement. That’s why despite having to navigate the state’s challenging fiscal situation he remains optimistic that a new agreement will be reached in...
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Buffalobills.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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Ex-Vikings coach Childress considered frontrunner for Browns
It appears a frontrunner ex-Minnesota Vikings head coach Brad Childress has emerged in the Browns' search to find their new offensive coordinator...
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NFL.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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Former Colts prez Polian to host SiriusXM show
Former Indianapolis Colts president Bill Polian is joining SiriusXM radio as a regular host...
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ESPN
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:47 AM
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Fred makes All-Joe Team
Fred Jackson was Buffalo’s lone representative for USA Today’s All-Joe Team for the 2011 season. The All-Joe Team is a honor for “first-rate players that get second-rate recognition.” Here’s what they wrote about Fred. Fred Jackson, Buffalo Bills - Buffalo really...
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Buffalobills.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:43 AM
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Irsay has the last word, for now
In a verbal spat that feels like a couple of adolescents fighting for the last word, Colts owner Jim Irsay has posted a message (where else?) on his Twitter page in response to last night’s politician-like comments from Peyton Manning. Which came after Irsay called Peyton a...
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ProFootballTalk.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:17 AM
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As Arians exits stage left, Big Ben wants answers
Once he returns from the Pro Bowl, Ben Roethlisberger plans to sit down with Steelers president Art Rooney II and get to the bottom of why Bruce Arians won't return as offensive coordinator in 2012...
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NFL.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:17 AM
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WheelHouse: Sizing Up the Big Rematch; Defense Can't Rest
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:10 AM
From SNY’s Wheelhouse…. The gang previews the Giants – Patriots positional matchup for Superbowl XLVI. The crew evaluates the Giants’ defense and debates whether or not the outcome of the Super Bowl rests in its hands...Filed under: Giants
Giants hot topic: What's your favorite story line of the season?
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NJ.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 10:09 AM
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Chuck Pagano is still waiting to hear back from Rob Lowe
Thursday’s back-and-forth between Colts owner Jim Irsay and Peyton Manning overshadowed a monumental day in Colts franchise history. The introduction of new coach Chuck Pagano felt secondary, but it wasn’t from a lack of enthusiasm from Pagano. Or humor. The first-time head...
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ProFootballTalk.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:58 AM
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Brady pushes for Martinez donor
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was boosting his lifelong mentor TomMartinez's search for a new kidney after reaching out to his fansfor help, myFOXboston.com reported...
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FOX Sports
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:51 AM
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Dolphins may not be changing to a 4-3, after all
On Thursday morning, a report emerged in the Palm Beach Post that Dolphins G.M. Jeff Ireland informed his scouts in December that the team would be switching from a 3-4 to a 4-3 defense. It appears that the report was based on remarks from Ireland at the Senior Bowl. On Thursday’s...
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ProFootballTalk.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:31 AM
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Pierre-Paul's childhood lessons keep Giants star grounded
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. " The neatly kept pink house on the corner of a quiet neighborhood just off I-95 near the Fort Lauderdale Airport shows no signs of the famous football player whose parents live there. Inside, Jean Pierre-Paul is sitting at a table chatting in Creole to his wife, Marie...
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New York Post
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:27 AM
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BDC 1/27: Today's links
DAILY LINKS Buffalobills.com " Senior Bowl: an NFL player's assessment Buffalobills.com " Jills cheerleader heads to Pro Bowl Buffalo News – Stadium concrete is focus of study by county to prepare for lease talks Buffalo News " Let's look in the mirror, Cuomo says...
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Buffalobills.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:24 AM
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Detroit Tigers' signing of Prince Fielder: Ranking it among top free agent deals in Detroit history
Who are the best free agent signings in Detroit sports history? Check out this top 10 and weigh in with yours...
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mlive.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:14 AM
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Brady doesn't want to talk about promise to Kraft
There is an oft-repeated story about Tom Brady’s rookie season in New England. Brady was about to introduce himself to owner Robert Kraft when Kraft beat him to the punch. Brady’s response: “Drafting me was the best decision this franchise has ever made.” Brady...
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ProFootballTalk.com
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:09 AM
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Giants receivers see 'plays out there to be made' against Patriots
Hakeem Nicks has already studied the Patriots defensive backfield. So has Mario Manningham. The verdict: It can be beat. "There's some things we can take advantage of within the schemes of their defense," Nicks said. "It's all about doing it when the time presents...
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New York Post
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:09 AM
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New gash for Giants' Sash
A concussion did not slow down Giants rookie safety Tyler Sash. But an altercation with a car door almost did.Sash yesterday was able to practice after Wednesday he passed the testing protocol necessary after he came out of the 20-17 overtime victory over the 49ers with a concussion. Sash...
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New York Post
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:09 AM
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Giants DB Grant seeks revenge vs. high school rival
Deon Grant has done something no other Giants player has: lose to the Patriots in the Super Bowl.That's not something he is eager to brag about, and it's one reason he has extra incentive going into next week's Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis."I've got...
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New York Post
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:09 AM
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Wins Over AFC East Buoyed Giants' Super Season
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 9:07 AM
Big Blue Swept AFC East in 2011 With a growing trend of an increase in the number of lower seeds reaching, and even winning Super Bowls, the best seeds in each of the NFL's two conferences have obviously not always … Continue reading →...Filed under: Giants
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What Team Will Matt Flynn Play for in 2012?
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 8:55 AM
Matt Flynn made himself a rich man on January 1st, 2012, when he started the game at QB against the Detroit Lions on the last game of the 2011 regular season. Flynn started that day because Mike McCarthy wanted to give Aaron Rodgers some time off and to not risk injury heading in the the...Filed under: Packers
Harbaugh will address questions about his coaching staff today
Pees still believed to be front-runner for defensive coordinator job with Cameron returningThe Ravens announced this morning that coach John Harbaugh will hold an 11 a.m. news conference to discuss his coaching staff in the wake of former defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano's leaving to become...
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Baltimore Sun
Friday, January 27, 2012 at 8:50 AM
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