Archive for August, 2008

The Best Fantasy Player And Fantasy Sleeper: Chicago Bears

WCG of Windy City Gridiron , the SBNation’s Chicago bears blog, brings you fantasy tips on the Bears.

Panthers’ final dress rehearsal could mean final game with team

Not much that happens tonight will matter when the Carolina Panthers visit Pittsburgh.

Atlanta Falcons 2008

To preview the Falcons season, the AJC will examine issues facing the team position by position.

Falcons sign Jason Jefferson

Posted By: Chris Brown Time: 5:37 PM FALCONS SIGN JASON JEFFERSON: Former Bills DT Jason Jefferson has signed with Atlanta and ironically replaces another former Bills DT Tim Anderson.

NFC West: For the birds

There’s a reason the Seattle Seahawks won this division the past four years. They’re better than everyone else.

Niners claim LB Brooks from Cincy, waive LB Thomas

The San Francisco 49ers claimed linebacker Ahmad Brooks off waiver from Cincinnati on Sunday, waiving linebacker Dontarrious Thomas to make room on their 53-man roster.

Ravens release Harper

Justin Harper’s NFL career is on hold, but maybe not for long. Harper, a former star wide receiver at Bandys High, was among 19 players released on Saturday when the Baltimore Ravens trimmed their roster to the …

Colts stars are ‘iffy’ for Sept. 7 opener against Bears

When it comes to the question of whether quarterback Peyton Manning and center Jeff Saturday will be ready to play in the Indianapolis Colts’ Sept.

Are you ready for some football?

After years of mediocrity , the 2006 New Orleans Saints suddenly leapt on the scene with a remarkable post-Katrina season that captured the hearts of football fans everywhere.

Bengals rally past Packers as Rodgers era begins

The Aaron Rodgers era is officially underway. The 2005 first-round pick out of California completed 9-of-15 passes for 117 yards with one touchdown and an interception as the Cincinnati Bengals held on for a …

Notes | Panthers vs. Steelers

Rhys Lloyd helped his chances at making the Panthers as a kickoff specialist by hitting his first kick 9 yards into the end zone and his second 3 yards deep.

Bengals cut Willie Anderson, Rudi Johnson

Offensive tackle Willie Anderson and running back Rudi Johnson lost their starting jobs with the Cincinnati Bengals during training camp.

2008 team previews: Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals ended training camp with a full-fledged quarterback controversy and one very irritated Pro Bowl receiver.

Rice just trying to blend in with Ravens

The huddle broke, and before Ray Rice took his place in the Baltimore Ravens’ backfield for the first time, the reality of playing in the NFL finally set in.

Chicago Bears cut Rideau and keep Hanie

The Chicago Bears had to trim their roster down to 53 today and they decided to keep three quarterbacks, four running backs, and six wide receivers.

Lions antsy for regular season to start

The Lions finished the preseason 4-0 and left Ralph Wilson Stadium with a 14-6 victory and filled with spit and vinegar.

2008 team previews: Cincinnati Bengals

About the only negative confronting the Bengals when they reported to Georgetown College in Kentucky for training camp July 27 was that rookie first-round linebacker Keith Rivers was unsigned.

NFL: Carolina 47, Washington 3

Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams each had 100-yard rushing games and a TD Saturday when Carolina pounded Washington, 47-3 in a pre-season game.

Bus firms reach Ravens deal

After weeks of negotiations, six chartered bus companies have come to an agreement to provide round-trip service from seven Maryland Transit Administration park-and-ride lots to Baltimore Ravens home games.

2008 team previews: Atlanta Falcons

When the Atlanta Falcons entered training camp, no one really knew what to expect.

Cleveland Browns cut down to 53, Travis Wilson makes his mom cry

The Cleveland Browns announced their final roster cuts today , getting down to the NFL mandated limit of 53 players.

Seahawks’ Bernard, Babineaux suspended for one game

Having to travel across the country with a rusty quarterback and a hobbled receiving corps is difficult enough, and now the Seattle Seahawks will have to make the trip without two of their defensive veterans.

Around the NFL: Bears’ defense struggling, too

Kyle Orton probably won’t throw for 40 touchdowns. Matt Forte probably won’t run for 2,000 yards.

Bills announce cuts; Corto makes squad

Orchard Park native Jon Corto made the Buffalo Bills’ 53-man roster today as a result of 22 cuts announced by the team.

Bengals owner has soft spot for troublemakers

The electronic billboard message went up almost as soon as Chris Henry signed his contract.

Ravens’ Player Suspended for Drug Violation

The NFL has suspended Baltimore Ravens cornerback Derrick Martin without pay for the team’s season opener and fined him an additional game check for violating the league’s substance abuse policy.

2008 team previews: Carolina Panthers

Although they will be without Smith, their top offensive playmaker, for the first two games as a result of the team-imposed suspension for his assault on teammate Ken Lucas during camp, the team has bonded …

Falcons cut Harrington, Forney, 20 more

The Atlanta Falcons cut quarterback Joey Harrington and offensive guard Kynan Forney as the team reached the NFL’s 53-player limit on Saturday.

Bazuin, Okwo, Among Bears’ 19 Cuts

Bazuin, selected in the second round in ‘07, lost his entire rookie season to a knee injury and was not deemed ready to contribute to the Bears this season.

Bullocks ready for the season

Safety Daniel Bullocks is back and he’s on the attack. That brought the biggest smile to coach Rod Marinelli’s face following the Lions’ 14-6 victory over the Buffalo Bills which marked Bullocks’ first action …