Archive for June, 2008

Frei: Weighing victory vs. virtue

Brandon Marshall The recent misadventures of Brandon Marshall and Carmelo Anthony, which include brushes with the law, again have shone the spotlight on local athletes’ private-life behavior.

Texans’ GM Smith extension testament to organization

Earlier this month the Houston Texans signed general manager Rick Smith to a four-year contract extension keeping him with the team through 2012.

Dallas Clark raises $18k for disaster relief

Indianapolis Colts tight end Dallas Clark has turned his autograph into money for disaster relief in Iowa.

Panthers camp preview: Is Delhomme healthy?

What are the five most feared words in the English language? If you’re attending a concert, it’s the lead singer of your favorite band announcing, “Ladies and Gentleman … Elton John!” For fans of an NFL team, …

Patriots DB Andrews arrested for assault

New England Patriots defensive back Willie Andrews is being held without bail after allegedly pointing a handgun at his girl friend’s head.

Ex-Raiders lineman Sims joining 49ers

Oakland Raiders Barry Sims, #65, goes after a loose ball fumbled by quarterback Kerry Collins against Kansas City Chiefs Derrick Johnson, #56, and Kendrell Bell, #99, left, in the first quarter at McAfee …

Leinart: ‘I have to act like a role model’

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NFL notebook: Sims signs with 49ers

SANTA CLARA, Calif. Veteran offensive lineman Barry Sims signed with the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday, crossing the bay after nine years with the Oakland Raiders.

Ex-Appalachian State football players look to make 53-player NFL rosters

Barring any changes between now and the start of training camp, there will be seven former players from Appalachian State trying to make NFL rosters in 2008.

Meet the McCarthys

There are three questions anyone who spends a significant amount of time in Green Bay eventually must be able to answer.

Business leaders invest in children with Junior Achievement center

H. Wayne Huizenga has made many smart investments in his career, but few could pay dividends as great as uplifting children’s futures.

Sapp Honored At Retirement Party

Friends and former teammates from the Bucs gathered at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino on Saturday night to honor Warren Sapp.

Fantasy team preview: New Orleans Saints

QB1: Drew Brees QB2: Mark Brunell RB1: Deuce McAllister RB2: Reggie Bush WR1: Marques Colston WR2: Devery Henderson WR3: David Patten WR4: Lance Moore TE1: Eric Johnson TE2: Mark Campbell K: Martin Gramatica …

Troy Polamalu hopes to return to All-Pro form

Can Troy Polamalu return to All-Pro form? There is nothing better than watching #43 accelerating across the field, hair flying, culminating in a bone-crunching hit that you can feel a thousand miles away.

Ellison Grad Signs Mega Deal

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris’s wallet just got a lot heavier. He signed a 4 year, 40 million dollar contract with the Bears, the biggest contract for a defensive tackle in NFL history.

One man’s side of the story

My mother would constantly pass on advice for me, or words of wisdom, throughout her life.

Baltimore Ravens Player Busted at Hopkins Airport With Drugs

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Derrick Martin was issued a citation at Hopkins International Airport Saturday for drugs.

Browns cornerback vows return from injury

Browns cornerback Daven Holly is confident he’ll bounce back from major knee surgery next season - and be better than ever.

2008 NFL Junkie: Who’s The Best of The AFC West?

In my weekly NFL Junky column, I will start by profiling every division, and who has the best chance to win.

Contact The Detroit News

Mike OHara: 1. Calvin Johnson: The Lions had their last organized team workout of the offseason, and Calvin Johnson was in good spirits.

Some fans will have to park almost a mile from new Dallas Cowboys stadium

Dallas Cowboys fans might want to wear comfortable shoes to the new stadium in Arlington.

Time to perform’ is now’

Congerville native Andy Studebaker graduated from Wheaton College in May. His continuing education these days comes as an NFL rookie with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Ireland: “Every player is for sale”

WQAM’s Dolphins Tonight program has taken a shot of The Juice lately, providing some pretty informative interviews with Dolphins executives, coaches, and players over the past month.

Welker refocused after ‘dagger to the heart’ from Giants

Wes Welker is glad to talk about giving a helping hand to children in his hometown.

Titans analysis: 7 pressing questions still need answers

Vince Young’s footwork is closer to Michael Jackson’s than Herman Munster’s. Wide receiver Justin McCareins fit back into offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger’s system just fine and should be a starter on …

Family life, Green Bay a good fit for McCarthy

If the reality of couplehood hadn’t sunk in quite yet, Mike McCarthy realized it as soon as he and his new wife, Jessica, began mapping out the interior of their renovated home in Ledgeview.

SFGate.com: Sapp’s Raider experience: ‘Dark as a black hole’

Warren Sapp never really had a sack dance. He would just kind of stomp over the fallen quarterback as if putting out a cigarette butt.

Dallas Cowboys WR Frank Clarke went from NFL to nanny

Frank Clarke doesn’t allow the visitor to reach the front door. His lithe, 74-year-old body, showing no scars from his football past, bounds down the stone walkway of the suburban home for the intercept.

Texans’ Ferguson looks to fit in with new team, fans

Veteran safety Nick Ferguson wanted to get the fans involved. He didn’t just want to sit behind a table all night signing autographs.

Welker: Patriots moving on to ‘bigger things’

Wes Welker is glad to talk about giving a helping hand to children in his hometown.