Notes: Leonhard Fills Big Shoes

Jim Leonhard came to Baltimore this offseason with the hopes of refining his game under the tutelage of one of the best safeties in the league.

Will Bears draft a quarterback next year?

Kyle Orton seems to be the safe pick as quarterback this year, but not the long-term solution.

Staying healthy is key to final tuneup

Players don’t like playing it, and coaches don’t even like coaching in it. While the third preseason game is considered the tuneup for the regular season, the fourth is simply compulsory.

Can new Bengals defense live up to Palmer’s expectations?

Head coach Marvin Lewis knows the 2008 Cincinnati Bengals go as far as their supposedly improved defense allows.

Steelers won’t see much of Panthers starters

Again, it’s only the preseason, when the results and statistics don’t count, the starters almost never play past halftime, the tailgating isn’t as spirited as during the regular season and many season ticket …

Bills rookie TE Fine out indefinitely

Buffalo Bills rookie tight end Derek Fine is out indefinitely after surgery to repair a thumb injury.

Ravens still undecided on starter with Boller, Smith ailing

Derrick Mason would prefer to watch the final game of the preseason from the sideline, a practice he enjoyed during his days with the Tennessee Titans .

Cardinals to start Warner vs. Broncos

Kurt Warner will be the Arizona Cardinals ‘ starting quarterback Friday night in their preseason finale against Denver, but coach Ken Whisenhunt says no decision has been made yet about who will start the …

Brown sees no excuse for Bears struggles

Leave it to safety Mike Brown to deliver 1 of the bigger hits on the Chicago Bears recently.

Rudi Expects to Be Traded “Any Minute Now”

Though Marvin Lewis calls reports that the Bengals are trying to swap Rudi Johnson for a “real receiver” a rumor, Johnson expects something to happen very soon.

In need of lineman, Ravens acquire Bucs’ Douglas

In need of defensive line help, the Baltimore Ravens went back to an old friend, trading for Buccaneers defensive end Marques Douglas.

Tackle Murphy leaves Buffalo Bills practice with shoulder injury

Buffalo Bills left tackle Matt Murphy left the practice field of training camp at St.

Matt Leinart’s Failure Effect On The Cardinals: Good Or Bad?

This is why I wasn’t afraid to pick the Cardinals to win the NFC West. I am disappointed in Matt Leinart.

Roster had been Lewis’ domain, or so he thought

Arguably the greatest sin any team owner can commit is to undermine his coach or manager.

Tribune Redesign Pays ‘Trib’-ute

The Chicago Tribune has long been nicknamed “The Trib.” But if a redesign prototype being passed around the Web becomes the final choice, that nickname will be a formal part of the paper.

Cards need kicking game to improve

The Cardinals played every other game down to the wire last year. There’s no reason to think things will be much different this season.

Atlanta Falcons to Boost Photo ID

Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel has enlisted the Atlanta Falcons to remind voters about the photo ID requirement in the November election.

Roster spot could be around the corner for Youboty

Aug. 26–Buffalo Bills cornerback Ashton Youboty made another play Sunday night to help his bid to stick on the team’s 53-man roster.

Cleveland Browns 2008 Season Preview

The 2007 Cleveland Browns were proof positive that in today’s National Football League, you never can tell.

Should Bengals trade Rudi?

TV Online Trade talk \’no big deal\’ to Rudi Chick Ludwig At Large Chick Ludwig At Large Trade talk ‘no big deal’ to Rudi By Chick Ludwig Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 05:33 PM ‘THEY’VE BEEN TRYING FOR A LONG TIME …

Fighting for a job

Carolina Panthers quarterback Brett Basanez is trying not to think about the pressure involved in Thursday’s preseason finale at Pittsburgh.

Manning Jr.’s days in Chicago seem numbered

August 26, 2008 3:04 PM You probably thought we posted an item about the wrong Manning earlier this afternoon.

Release: Bengals VS Colts

DATE: Thursday, August 28, 2008 SITE: Lucas Oil Stadium KICKOFF: 7:00 p.m. CAPACITY: 63,000 SURFACE: FieldTurf Closing out 2008 preseason play with a second game in five days in newly-opened Lucas Oil Stadium, …

Quarterback Brady Quinn likely to start for Cleveland Browns in preseason game against Chicago Bears

It looks like quarterback Brady Quinn might have a chance to redeem himself with another start Thursday night in the preseason finale against the Bears.

Preview: Kansas City Chiefs @ Carolina Panthers

You need to score points to win games. Points will be an area in which the Chiefs will sorely lack this season.

Ravens move Edwards to injured reserve

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS OWINGS MILLS, Md. — The Baltimore Ravens placed defensive lineman Dwan Edwards and two others on injured reserve and cut two players to reach the roster limit of 75 on Tuesday.

Losman grabs handle of new offense: Backup QB earns coaches’ confidence

Aug. 26–It appears there will be no confidence crisis for the Buffalo Bills if Trent Edwards gets knocked out of action this season.

Atlanta Falcons 2008 Season Preview

That’s a good thing, since his team is currently in need of a makeover even Ty Pennington and his crew wouldn’t want to touch.

Metro to provide game day express service to all Buffalo Bills home games

Buffalo Bills Home Games Buffalo , NY …The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority announced that Metro Bus would provide game day express service to all Buffalo Bills home games, including pre-season games …

Demetrius Desires Durability

Even in the midst of uncertainty at quarterback, the Ravens are solidifying their receiving corps with the return of Demetrius Williams.