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Vikings escape New Orleans with victory
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10.7.2008 : 12:55 am
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NEW ORLEANS -- The New Orleans Saints committed so many blunders, not even Reggie Bush's record-tying two punt returns for touchdowns could make up for them in a 30-27 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Monday night.
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Seven teams in trouble
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10.7.2008 : 12:15 am
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The Indianapolis Colts were handed a game by the Houston Texans on Sunday. It was a much-needed win, but it may not matter. Just five weeks into the 2008 season, the 2006 champs are in trouble. It's not just their 2-2 record that leaves them 2 1/2 games behind unbeaten Tennessee in the AFC South, but the way they are playing: badly.
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Vikings lead Saints 20-10 at halftime
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10.6.2008 : 11:26 pm
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NEW ORLEANS -- The Minnesota Vikings forced three turnovers and used two big plays by cornerback Antoine Winfield to take a 20-10 halftime lead over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night.
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Unapologetic Plaxico Burress returns to Giants
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10.6.2008 : 9:18 pm
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- An unapologetic Plaxico Burress rejoined the New York Giants on Monday, noting he didn't lose any sleep after the Super Bowl champions suspended him for a game. Burress missed a team meeting two weeks ago without bothering to telephone the Giants.
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Former Broncos RB Henry has trial moved to Montana
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10.6.2008 : 8:00 pm
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DENVER -- Former Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry appeared in court Monday, handcuffed and wearing yellow prison clothes for a hearing that stemmed from his arrest last week over an alleged cocaine deal.
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Warner increasing thoughts of retirement
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10.6.2008 : 7:30 pm
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TEMPE, Ariz. -- Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner says that after this season he will take his closest look yet at retiring from the NFL.
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Jets' Smith appealing suspension for hit on Boldin
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10.6.2008 : 7:03 pm
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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- New York Jets safety Eric Smith appealed his one-game suspension and $50,000 fine by the NFL for his helmet-to-helmet hit last week on Arizona receiver Anquan Boldin.
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Status of Bills QB Edwards uncertain
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10.6.2008 : 6:50 pm
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ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards was described as alert but still experiencing post-concussion symptoms Monday, leaving his status uncertain as the team enters its bye week.
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Westbrook has 2 broken ribs
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10.6.2008 : 5:59 pm
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PHILADELPHIA -- All-Pro running back Brian Westbrook broke two ribs in the Eagles' 23-17 loss to Washington on Sunday, though he stayed in and finished the game.
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Pack's Rodgers expected to play Sunday vs. Seattle
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10.6.2008 : 5:17 pm
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GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will miss some practice again this week, but is expected to play at Seattle next Sunday.
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Titans, Colts stage stunning rallies in wins
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10.6.2008 : 6:57 am
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The Titans were beaten for the first time. The Colts were headed for a 1-3 start. Not so fast.
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Williams, Panthers' D shine in 34-0 rout of Chiefs
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10.6.2008 : 4:51 am
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Kris Jenkins last season accused his Carolina Panthers teammates of having no heart. Back in training camp, Steve Smith slugged teammate Ken Lucas and broke his nose.
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Big Ben, Steelers end 4-game slide against Jaguars
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10.6.2008 : 12:14 am
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Big Ben's big night gave the Pittsburgh Steelers a big boost in the AFC North. Ben Roethlisberger threw for 309 yards and three touchdowns, helping the Steelers overcome their offensive woes and leading them to a 26-21 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday night.
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Broncos' defense shows up in 16-13 win over Bucs
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10.5.2008 : 9:46 pm
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DENVER -- The high-flying Broncos finally discovered a defense, generating a pass rush that sent Brian Griese to the sideline with an injured throwing shoulder and yet another bad memory of Denver.
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Pats get back to winning ways, 30-21 over 49ers
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10.5.2008 : 9:35 pm
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SAN FRANCISCO -- From Randy Moss' dynamic 66-yard touchdown catch to Kevin Faulk's score on a direct snap, the New England Patriots returned to their usual regular-season form in an unusual place.
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Portis' 145 yards rushing leads 'Skins past Eagles
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10.5.2008 : 8:55 pm
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PHILADELPHIA -- Another road win against a division opponent has the Washington Redskins in perfect position to make a run at the NFC East. Clinton Portis ran for 145 yards and one touchdown, wide receiver Antwaan Randle El threw a TD pass and the Redskins beat the Philadelphia Eagles 23-17 on Sunday.
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Bills quarterback Trent Edwards suffers concussion
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10.5.2008 : 8:47 pm
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GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards went down with a concussion on the third play of the game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Safety Adrian Wilson blitzed untouched and leveled the second-year quarterback, slamming him to the ground.
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Bills lose Edwards, 1st game of season to Cards
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10.5.2008 : 7:56 pm
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GLENDALE, Ariz. -- The Buffalo Bills lost their quarterback and, emphatically, their first game of the season. Rookie Tim Hightower had a pair of touchdown runs and Kurt Warner threw to Larry Fitzgerald twice for scores to lead the Arizona Cardinals to a 41-17 victory over the Bills on Sunday.
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Cowboys blow 17-point lead, hold off Bengals 31-22
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10.5.2008 : 7:52 pm
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IRVING, Texas -- When the pass went through Miles Austin's hands at the 1 and into Patrick Crayton's hands in the end zone, everyone on the Dallas Cowboys was smiling and laughing. It was mostly relief.
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Niners retire Hall of Fame QB Steve Young's jersey
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10.5.2008 : 6:58 pm
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SAN FRANCISCO -- As Steve Young listened to the Candlestick Park crowd roar at his jersey retirement ceremony, he looked at Jerry Rice and wished he was in his old No. 8 uniform instead of a suit.
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Pats RB LaMont Jordan knocked out with leg injury
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10.5.2008 : 6:57 pm
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SAN FRANCISCO -- Patriots running back LaMont Jordan was sidelined with a left leg injury in the second quarter of New England's game against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.
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Panthers dominate Chiefs 34-0 to move to 4-1
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10.5.2008 : 6:43 pm
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Forgive Herm Edwards if he may want to avoid his old college buddy from now on. Every time he coaches against John Fox, the Carolina Panthers are playing their best.
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Bucs lose QB Griese, Broncos WR Royals hurts ankle
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10.5.2008 : 6:20 pm
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DENVER -- Tampa Bay quarterback Brian Griese injured his shoulder and Denver rookie Eddie Royal sprained his ankle on separate plays in the third quarter Sunday.
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Giants rout Seahawks 44-6 for best start since '90
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10.5.2008 : 6:18 pm
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants are this year's New England Patriots -- so far. In a nearly flawless performance, Eli Manning threw two touchdowns, Brandon Jacobs ran for two more and the unbeaten Giants scored on their first five possessions in a 44-6 victory that embarrassed the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
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Titans use late score, big defense to beat Ravens
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10.5.2008 : 6:14 pm
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BALTIMORE -- The Tennessee Titans are still unbeaten, thanks to a late touchdown drive and a defense that outperformed the top-ranked unit in the league.
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Bears' Orton has career day in 34-7 win over Lions
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10.5.2008 : 5:23 pm
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DETROIT -- Like many NFL players, Kyle Orton seems to love playing the Detroit Lions. Orton set career highs in passing yards, completions and quarterback rating while throwing two touchdowns to lead the Chicago Bears to a 34-7 win over Detroit on Sunday.
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Texans QB Rosenfels' miscues lead to loss to Colts
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10.5.2008 : 5:21 pm
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HOUSTON -- Peyton Manning turned a colossal collapse by the Houston Texans into a stunning victory for the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts scored 21 points in a late span of 2:10 -- two touchdowns thanks to fumbles by Sage Rosenfels -- then intercepted Rosenfels' last-ditch comeback attempt for a 31-27 win Sunday.
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Rodgers tough but Ryan shines as Falcons beat Pack
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10.5.2008 : 5:16 pm
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GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Aaron Rodgers played hurt and played hard. But he was upstaged by Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta's rookie quarterback turned in another sharp performance, completing 16 of 26 passes for 194 yards, two touchdowns and an interception as the Falcons pounced on the banged-up Green Bay Packers for a 27-24 victory at Lambeau Field on Sunday.
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Single wing helps surprising Dolphins stun Bolts
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10.5.2008 : 5:11 pm
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MIAMI -- The Miami Dolphins are winning the old-fashioned way. The single wing helped build a lead, and a goal-line stand preserved it.
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KC's Gonzalez sets tight end yardage record
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10.5.2008 : 5:00 pm
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Tony Gonzalez got his record, but not much else. The Kansas City star broke the NFL's career mark for yards receiving by a tight end Sunday, but finished with just three catches for 17 yards in a 34-0 loss to the Carolina Panthers.
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Bills' McGee among inactives for Bills-Cards game
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10.5.2008 : 3:50 pm
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GLENDALE, Ariz. -- Buffalo cornerback Terrence McGee was among the players inactive for Sunday's game between the Bills and the Arizona Cardinals. McGee didn't practice all week because of a sprained left knee and was listed as doubtful on Friday. Ashton Youboty took McGee's place in the starting lineup. Other Buffalo inactives included wide receiver Roscoe Parrish, who is still recovering from thumb surgery.
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Hixon, McKenzie, Branch, Jennings hurt in game
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10.5.2008 : 3:10 pm
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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York wide receiver Domenik Hixon and offensive tackle Kareem McKenzie were forced to leave the Giants' game against the Seattle Seahawks in the first half with concussions.
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Texans' Ike campaign raises $2.45 million
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10.5.2008 : 3:10 pm
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HOUSTON -- A charitable campaign set up by the Houston Texans to benefit victims of Hurricane Ike has raised $2.45 million. The campaign was announced prior to the Texans' Sept. 21 game against Tennessee. Texans owner Bob McNair donated $500,000 and the NFL and its players' association matched McNair's contribution with a $500,000 donation to the league's disaster relief fund. Chevron Corp. added a $250,000 donation.
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Goodell calls Raiders' dispute "unfortunate"
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10.5.2008 : 2:08 pm
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HOUSTON -- NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has not received a grievance from former Raiders coach Lane Kiffin in the wake of his bitter split with team owner Al Davis last week.
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Bears CB Vasher out with wrist injury vs. Lions
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10.5.2008 : 1:07 pm
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DETROIT -- The suspension-depleted Chicago Bears' defense was without cornerback Nathan Vasher against the Detroit Lions. Vasher missed Sunday's game because of a wrist injury and was replaced in the starting lineup by Corey Graham. Defensive tackle Tommie Harris was suspended for breaking a team rule and Israel Idonije filled in for him on the first-string defense.
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Panthers without starting OTs Otah and Gross
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10.5.2008 : 12:23 pm
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CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers were without both starting offensive tackles on Sunday after Jeff Otah did not dress for the game against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Cardinals WR Boldin has surgery
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10.4.2008 : 2:38 pm
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TEMPE, Ariz. -- The Arizona Cardinals' Anquan Boldin is out indefinitely following surgery on a facial bone fractured in a helmet-to-helmet hit during last Sunday's game against the New York Jets.
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Branch to start for Seahawks Sunday
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10.3.2008 : 7:20 pm
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RENTON, Wash. -- Deion Branch will start for the Seahawks on Sunday against the New York Giants, eight months after the veteran receiver had reconstructive knee surgery.
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Lawrence Phillips sentenced to prison
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10.3.2008 : 6:53 pm
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LOS ANGELES -- Former football star Lawrence Phillips was sentenced Friday to 10 years in prison, two years after he was convicted of assault with a deadly weapon.
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Shanahan troubled over the fate of Henry
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10.3.2008 : 6:40 pm
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Mike Shanahan begged for time before responding about the arrest of former Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry on drug charges.
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Sedrick Ellis out 4 weeks
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10.3.2008 : 4:51 pm
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METAIRIE, La. -- Top draft pick Sedrick Ellis will be lost to the New Orleans Saints for two to four weeks with a right knee injury.
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