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Former Packers guard Jerry Kramer holds breath to see his book on Lombardi become movie Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:51AMMILWAUKEE -- For more than 40 years, former Green Bay Packers guard Jerry Kramer tried unsuccessfully to get his book about legendary coach Vince Lombardi made into a movie. So its understandable he finds it hard to believe its finally going to happen.
Eagles add a triple threat Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:50AMAfter three seasons as an elusive triple threat for the Air Force Academy, Chad Hall set football aside for two years to make sure our nation's military aircraft lifted off and touched down without any dents, cracks or loose bolts.
People,Places and Things Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:47AMWORCESTER - The Chieftains frontman Paddy Moloney can now hang a shiny new key to the city of Worcester on his wall next to the rusty one he received from former Mayor Israel Katz back in 1974.
Kelly makes switch from receiver to defensive back Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:44AMBy Chase Goodbread Sports Writer TUSCALOOSA | The University of Alabama football team opens spring practice today, and with preparation for a new season often comes a few experimental position changes. Apparently, Kendall Kelly will be among those to get a chance at a new position.
Red Fridays one way to support Armed Forces Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:36AM(Mar 12, 2010) - Hamilton's Keven Ellis's heroes wear red. It's the tiny Maple Leaf flag found on the shoulders of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Merlin Olsen much more than just an actor, football star Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:35AMI have never met any man better than Merlin Olsen.
Tomlinson visits Vikings, heads to check out Jets Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:32AMEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. - The Minnesota Vikings wined and dined LaDainian Tomlinson on Wednesday night, then spent much of Thursday meeting with the star running back in hopes of pairing him with Adrian Peterson in what would be a big-name backfield. Tomlinson emerged from Vikings headquarters on Thursday evening with a purple Vikings jersey in hand, but pulled away in a black limousine without a ...
Ex-Rams great Olsen dies Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:32AMHall of Famer was part of 'Fearsome Foursome' in LA and also a TV star.
Raiders release DT Gerard Warren Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:32AMALAMEDA - The Oakland Raiders released defensive tackle Gerard Warren on Thursday, letting go of yet another veteran this offseason. The decision to release Warren follows moves in the past week to cut ties with running back Justin Fargas, defensive end Greg Ellis and receiver Javon Walker. Those moves help the Raiders save money, as well as open up opportunities for young players to get more ...
Football Hall of Famer, TV star Olsen dies at 69 Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 3:31AMSALT LAKE CITY - Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen, who helped form one of the NFL's greatest defensive lines before embarking on a successful career in television, died Thursday after a battle with cancer. He was 69. Olsen was a member of the Los Angeles Rams' "Fearsome Foursome" along with Deacon Jones, Lamar Lundy and Rosey Grier in the 1960s. He later starred on NFL broadcasts, commercials, and as ...
Tim Tebow Not So Wonderlic Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:51PMQB scores from the NFL's silly intelligence test leak, delighting haters everywhere
Jets needs: CB gap filled, time to find WR, Greene help Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:48PMThe might have scored big by adding Antonio Cromartie to Revis Island. Now the aggressive Jets can focus on finding an impact wideout and more depth as they keep closing on the Patriots, Clark Judge says.
NFL Hall Of Famer, Actor Merlin Olsen Dies At 69 Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:47PMThe former football player and former television actor passed away after a battle with cancer.
Redskins sign tight end Sean Ryan Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:44PMASHBURN, Va. | Free-agent tight end Sean Ryan has signed with the Washington Redskins. Ryan caught 14 passes for 135 yards and two touchdowns for the Kansas City Chiefs last season. He has 26 catches for 240 yards and those two TDs in six NFL seasons with six teams. The 6-foot-5 Ryan turns 30 on March 27. Email
Man Convicted in Slaying of Denver Broncos Player Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:43PMJury finds defendant guilty of murder in slaying of Denver Broncos player Williams Denver Broncos - NFL - Sports - Murder - Football
Suspected gang member convicted in slaying of Broncos' Williams Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:40PMSuspected gang member Willie Clark has been found guilty of murder in the 2007 shooting death of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams.
Delhomme Visits Cleveland Browns Home Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:40PMThe Browns have been actively shopping for a quarterback, a position they haven't been able to adequately fill since their NFL expansion return in 1999.
SEC Tournament fans arrive with wallets open Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:17AMThe 4-day hoops event could draw 180,000 fans and inject $10M. Top worry for honky-tonks: "Can we stock enough beer?"
Lions football: Jonathan Wade's goal is to prove he's NFL player Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:14AMLions cornerback Jonathan Wade thought for a moment about what he was going to say, then spoke slowly. "I am looking forward to proving I belong," Wade said Wednesday, after his one-year deal was officially announced. "It's been a quiet three years for me, and I want to do something about that."
Capsule Reviews of Films Playing at Local Theaters Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:14AMOPENING
Working Interview: Scouts watch former Cougs at BYU's Pro Day Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:12AMThe NFL made a stop in Provo today to take a look at some of the local talent.
FARINELLA: On the tourney trail Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:07AM**Nothing brings out the best in young athletes like the excitement and adrenaline of tournament play. A classic example of that was the game I attended Saturday at Marshfield's Furnace Brook Middle School.
Krieger: Trial a teaching moment Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:04AMWith the Darrent Williams murder trial in a state of suspended animation as the jury deliberates downtown, kids in east Denver had a question.
Local Briefs Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:00AMLocal Briefs published in Thursday's paper. CHEERLEADING Yuba City High defends title The Yuba City High cheerleading team defended their West Coast Championships medium non-tumbling title recently. The team members are: Alex Taylor, Kerri Bebout,...
FARINELLA: Patriots are homebodies Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 1:59AMYes, I've been a pretty busy boy on the high school basketball beat lately, and that's one reason why I haven't been delivering to you breathless reports of signings and anticipated signings, or non-signings, as the Patriots make their annual tiptoeing foray into free agency.
Monte Poole: Big Ben's latest issue shows it's all about wins Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:35PMWould fans be as upset had Steelers made the playoffs?
$6 million to keep Peppers? Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:20PMFree agency never would have happened for Julius Peppers had the Panthers not stopped just short of his asking price last summer.
Dolphins Weekend Wrapup: Free Agency Addition Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:16PMThe Dolphins had a busy weekend to say the least, with rumors swirling everywhere on the who the Dolphins may, or may not sign. So let’s break this down, and take it nice and easy, so we can enjoy every bit of this celebratory post, on the guys that the Fins let go/signed. Signed Free Agents: Karlos [...]
Browns give LB Fujita, OL Pashos multiyear deals Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:13PMThe Cleveland Browns have signed linebacker Scott Fujita and offensive lineman Tony Pashos to multiyear contracts as unrestricted free agents.
Kingdom put a spring in their step Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:12PMIN order of priority, Kieran Donaghy’s excellence at full-forward, outstanding free-taking from the returning Colm Cooper and a marvellous save from goalkeeper Brendan Kealy just before half-time were the primary factors in Kerry avoiding a three-game losing sequence in Tralee yesterday.
It's show time for these six NFL draft prospects Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:11PMA quick look at the most important on-campus workouts this week: Dez Bryant, WR, Oklahoma State. After missing most of the season and then not working out at the Combine, he must show elite quickness, explosiveness and speed Wednesday to be the first receiver drafted. Terrence Cody, NT, Alabama. He must weigh-in Wednesday at 340s and prove he has the endurance and athleticism to play more than ...
Prospect profile: Brandon Spikes, ILB, Florida Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:11PMSporting News' Pro Football War Room has hundreds of player evaluations in preparation for the 2010 NFL draft. Here is a capsule look at prospect Brandon Spikes. School: Florida NFL position: ILB Height: 6-2 7/8 Weight: 249 40 time: 4.74 Current projection: First-round pick NFL comparison: James Laurinaitis, Rams Vs. inside runs: Shows flexibility to bend knees and sink hips to take on lead ...
Ravens less likely to pursue Mason Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:10PMOWINGS MILLS — Now that the Baltimore Ravens have landed wide receiver Anquan Boldin, the prospects of Derrick Mason returning have decreased.
Ex-Raven McCrary accused of domestic violence Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:10PMOWINGS MILLS — Former Baltimore Ravens defensive end Michael McCrary has been accused of domestic violence by his wife, Mary McCrary, according to Maryland judiciary court records.
Browns sign linebacker Scott Fujita Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:09PMPublished: Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 6:25 p.m. Last Modified: Sunday, March 7, 2010 at 6:25 p.m. CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns signed linebacker Scott Fujita and offensive lineman Tony Pashos, both unrestricted free agents, to multiyear contracts Sunday.
Clay Harbor confident after NFL combine Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:58AMLining up alongside the nation's college football elite seniors last week at the NFL scouting combine did not intimidate Missouri State's Clay Harbor.
NFL, union trade barbs in labor dispute Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:55AMThis article has been read 0 times. NEW YORK - In their latest round of bickering, the NFL and its players' association have exchanged prickly statements disputing whether players will have to take pay cuts as part of a new collective bargaining agreement.
Character counts: Prospects seek right answers at combine Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:55AMThis article has been read 0 times. INDIANAPOLIS - LeGarrette Blount spent the last month preparing for the annual NFL scouting combine. There were drills and workouts, lifting sessions and practice tests.
Ex-Cats show their stuff at NFL Combine in Indy Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:54AMThe NFL Combine wrapped up Tuesday in Indianapolis. Here's a look at how the five former Univer
Edwards finishes career at UT-Dallas Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:54AMA look at how Galveston County graduates have fared in college and pro sports action.
Steelers make offers to Colon, Sepulveda Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:54AMThis article has been read 0 times. The Steelers began readying themselves for the opening of the NFL free agency period March 5 by tendering one-year contract offers to right tackle Willie Colon and punter Daniel Sepulveda.
Hubbuch’s top 10 free agents Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:45AMPost NFL reporter Bart Hubbuch ranks the top 10 players who are expected to be unrestricted free agents when the league’s free-agency period opens at 12:01 a.m. Friday: 1. Karlos Dansby, ILB, Cardinals 2. Julius Peppers, DE, Panthers 3. Gary Brackett, ILB, Colts 4. Antrel Rolle, S...
Smithsonian turns down suit worn by OJ Simpson Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:45AMLOS ANGELES (AP) — What O.J. Simpson wore when he was acquitted in 1995 of murdering his ex-wife and her friend was the suit seen around the world during one of the most watched televised moments in history.
A fans guide to NFL’s ‘Cap’ wars Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:45AMThe NFL is about to go back in time. The league and its players don’t have any bargaining sessions scheduled over the next 48 hours, so it’s probably going to feel a lot like 1993 when unrestricted free agency opens Friday at 12:01 a.m. Yes, it...
Lynnwood pastor uses martial arts to reach athletes and parishioners Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 2:43AMGroups of men and a handful of women in their 20s and early 30s arrive to watch the live, televised feed of a professional mixed martial arts bout between big-time headliners Antonio Minotauro Nogeira and Cain Velasquez.
Bill Bidwill receives Tank Younger Award Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:26AMTEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Cardinals owner Bill Bidwill has received the Paul "Tank" Younger Award for diversity in his hiring practices. The award is presented by the Fritz Pollard Alliance, formed in 2003 to promote diversity and equality of...
NFL combine puts more emphasis on concussions Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:22AMINDIANAPOLIS — The focus on head injuries in pro football is turning to this year’s potential draft picks.
Ashley leads Ingomar to state Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:16AMJACKSON – He hates to sound like a certain NFL quarterback, but this really could be Norris Ashley’s last season as a high school basketball coach.
NFL Combine: Chris Johnson’s 40 record in Jeopardy Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:14AMThe NFL’s yearly meat market is underway in Indianapolis. Now that the interviews, Wonderlic Test and all of the body measurements are out of the way, it is time to get for the future NFL hopefuls to showoff their athleticism.
Hampton inks new deal with Pittsburgh Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:11AMINDIANAPOLIS Ball High and Texas grad Casey Hampton agreed to a new contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday.