Archive for December, 2009

6. Arrest in slaying of ex-Bears’ girlfriend

A break in the 2007 shotgun slaying of a pregnant Deerfield woman who was the girlfriend of former Chicago Bears safety Sean Gayle came in early March with the arrest of a Chicago woman.

Panthers’ Marshall adjusting to CB role

CHARLOTTE The Carolina Panthers made only one change to their starting lineup this past off-season and that came at the No.

Chris Johnson is only Titan in Pro Bowl

Titans running back Chris Johnson is heading back to the Pro Bowl. The NFL’s leading rusher was named to the team Tuesday.

Schaub finds success with Texans

Houston’s Matt Schaub is having the best season of his career. Sure, he’s improved in his third year as Houston’s starter, but the biggest factor might be that he’s played each game this season for the Texans.

Notebook: Former Rutgers standout Brian Leonard now moving the chains for Cincinnati Bengals

Cincinnati Bengals running back Brian Leonard jumps over Detroit Lions cornerback Kevin Hobbs during a game this season.

Buffalo Bills Promote Buddy Nix to General Manager

The Buffalo Bills are ready to start 2010 right by promoting Buddy Nix to General Manager.

N.C. police officer charged with on-duty sex crimes

A Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer was charged with sexually assaulting two female motorists while in uniform and operating his squad car.

Ravens need to beat Raiders to make playoffs

In an NFL season when it seems like almost every week some also-ran manages to knock off a contender, the Baltimore Ravens have remained in playoff contention by avoiding that upset bug.

Dolphins tackle Jake Long rebounds from troublesome start

Jake Long owes John Abraham a special thanks. At least a tip of the cap for the embarrassing two sacks the Falcons speedy pass rusher registered on him.

Cardinals’ Wilson joins exclusive 20-20 club

Cardinals safety Adrian Wilson received handshakes and hugs from his teammates, and some special words from an esteemed visitor Sunday after becoming the 10th NFL player with at least 20 sacks and 20 interceptions in his career.

NFL Preview - Chicago

As their NFC North rivals the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers ready themselves for the playoffs, the Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions are locked into their status as the third- and fourth-best teams in that division, respectively.Thus, the objective as the two clubs get set to square off at Ford Field on Sunday will […]

Mike Shanahan, Bill Cowher prepared to return to coaching

There were 11 new coaches this season in the NFL. But don’t expect that many next season.

Harbaugh: ‘It’s up to us to get it done’

Just as in John Harbaugh’s first season, the Ravens need a win in the regular-season finale to clinch a playoff berth.

Peppers not ready to commit to Panthers

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Julius Peppers still isn’t ready to commit to the Carolina Panthers.

Jets set to rake over Coles

Laveranues Coles, who left New York Jets for bigger payday but a smaller role, eyes return to Meadowlands when his Cincinnati Bengals come to town Sunday night.

Oakland Raiders-Cleveland Browns Predictions

CLE: Both are former Cleveland QBs. Whoops! For Derek Anderson, he’s about to be.

Harvin, Moss among biggest Pro Bowl snubs

After the Pro Bowl rosters were announced Tuesday evening, I asked three of those who were honored which players were snubbed in the voting.

3 things

Santonio Holmes hurts the Ravens again. The wide receiver has scored a touchdown in six straight games against the Ravens, reaching the end zone a total of seven times.

2010 Arizona Cardinals’ Playoffs: Anquan Boldin’s Time To Shine

Just 21 minutes into his first ever playoff appearance, Anquan Boldin injured his hamstring on a 71-yard touchdown catch and was gimpy for the rest of the playoffs and the Cardinals’ first Super Bowl appearance last season.

NFL: Colts backup quarterback seeing redemption

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Curtis Painter has spent the past few three days trying to forget his NFL debut.

On this date: 1956 - N.Y. Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of Chicago Bears

Dec. 30 1956 - The New York Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of the Chicago Bears.

Morrison aims to prove he’s worth it for Raiders in long term

WALNUT CREEK, Calif. a ‘ Kirk Morrison’s consistent production at middle linebacker has been a given for the Raiders the past five seasons, but his future with the only NFL team he has played for is anything but certain.

Preview

After breaking down film of both teams, Scouts Inc. offers 10 things to watch in this week’s Saints-Panthers matchup.

NFL Preview - Atlanta

A game-time high of 57 degrees. Sunny skies. Light winds. The perfect forecast for vultures.

Seahawks: Hass on reserve, Canfield signed

The Seattle Seahawks have put receiver Mike Hass on injured reserve and have signed guard Trevor Canfield from the Arizona Cardinals practice squad.

Confident Sanchez looks to lead Jets into playoffs

Mark Sanchez is feeling confident these days, and that’s good news for the New York Jets.

Bills Final Home Game Sold Out

The Buffalo Bills final game of the season versus the Indianapolis Colts on January 3 has been sold-out and will be televised locally.

Panthers WR Muhsin Muhammad vows Sunday “won’t be my last game” as he faces free agency at 36

Muhsin Muhammad is 36, in the final year of his contract and is marking his first touchdown catch of the season with one game to go.

Snub motivates Gonzalez

Tony Gonzalez is hoping to end a recent run of bad luck. Two weeks after the Atlanta Falcons were eliminated from playoff contention, Gonzalez now will miss the Pro Bowl for the first time in 11 years.

Packers-Cardinals Preview

There’s a strong possibility that the Arizona Cardinals could be hosting the Green Bay Packers next week in the playoffs.