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Oakland Raiders Invade San Diego To Maul Chargers
2007-10-09 12:59:00
That's what's going to happen. The Oakland Raiders are going to maul and manhandle the San Diego Chargers . Get tickets for the game here -- NFL Tickets Exchange
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Jerry Jones - Cowboys Owner Jones Part Of NFL Network Committee - NFLMedia.
2007-10-08 23:54:00
JERRY JONES NAMED CHAIRMAN OF NFL NETWORK COMMITTEE - NFLMEDIA.COMCOMMITTEE NOW INCLUDES PAT BOWLEN, ROBERT KRAFT, STAN KROENKE & MARK RICHARDSONThe NFL announced today the appointment of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones as the new chairman of the NFL Network Committee, which acts as the executive board of the league?s year-round television service.?NFL Network is an important long-term asset for the NFL,? said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. ?It is critical we ensure broad and affordable access to NFL Network to help better serve and grow our fan base.?The Cowboys appear twice on NFL Network?s live game schedule this season (Nov. 29 vs. Green Bay; Dec. 22 @ Carolina) and as a result, Jones is keenly aware of fan interest in NFL Network."My immediate and primary objective is to ensure broad distribution of NFL Network to our millions of fans across the land,? said Jones. ?Today there are more options than ever before for consumers in terms of choosing a television provider. Satel...
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Jeffrey Kessler - Michael Vick Can Retain $22 Million Due To New Collective
2007-10-06 01:04:00
Jeffrey Kessler, NFL Players Association Lawyer acting in representation of Michael Vick , made the argument that the extention of the NFL Collective Bargaining Agreement prohibited returning $22 Million to the Atlanta Falcons. From what I read of the NFL CBA, Kessler's right. Look at this:Section 9. Limitations on Salary Forfeitures:(a) No forfeitures of signing bonuses shall be permitted, except that players and Clubs may agree: (i)to proportionate forfeitures of a signing bonus if a player voluntarily retires or willfully withholds hisservices from one or more regular season games; and/or (ii) that if a player willfully takes action that hasthe effect of substantially undermining his ability to fully participate and contribute in either preseasontraining camp or the regular season (including by willfully withholding his services in either preseasontraining camp or during the regular season or willfully missing one or more games), the player may forfeitthe greater of: (a) 25% of...
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Pittsburgh Steelers Receiver Hines Ward Out - Knee Injury
2007-10-06 00:56:00
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward will miss his second game in a row Sunday because of a right knee injury. The Steelers star has been unable to practice since he was hurt Sept. 23 against San Francisco. Before sitting out last weekend?s 21-14 loss at Arizona, Ward had missed only three games to injury in his 10-year NFL career.
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Jets ticket holder sues Patriots and coach Belichick, seeks damages of more
2007-09-29 23:46:00
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr., AP Sports WriterSeptember 28, 2007NEW YORK (AP) -- A New York Jets season-ticket holder filed a class-action lawsuit Friday against the New England Patriots and coach Bill Belichick for "deceiving customers."The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Newark, N.J., by Carl Mayer of Princeton Township, N.J., stems from the Patriots being caught illegally videotaping signals from Jets coaches in New England's 38-14 season-opening win Sept. 9."They violated the integrity of the game," Mayer's attorney, Bruce Afran, told The Associated Press. "This is a way of punishing Belichick and the Patriots."Mayer is seeking more than $184 million in damages for Jets ticket holders.Belichick was fined $500,000 by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, and the team was fined $250,000 for violating a league rule that prohibits clubs from using a video camera on the sidelines for any purpose -- including recording signals relayed to opposing players on the field. New England also mus...
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Griese to replace Grossman at QB for Bears
2007-09-26 03:01:00
NFL.com Wire ReportsThe NFL Network's Adam Schefter has confirmed that Brian Griese will start at quarterback Sunday for the Chicago Bear s .Griese will replace Rex Grossman, who threw three interceptions as the Chicago Bears fell to the Dallas Cowboys 34-10 on Sunday night and did not get a vote of confidence from his coach a day later."Will Rex Grossman start Sunday?" coach Lovie Smith asked on Monday, repeating the question. "Well, our evaluation process is going on right now, and if you come out to practice Wednesday, you'll have a better idea of who will be starting at all positions."Smith gave his usual answer when asked Sunday night about Grossman -- "Rex Grossman is our quarterback" -- but his tone was different on Monday, fueling speculation Brian Griese might start Sunday against Detroit.Grossman's supporters would have a hard time arguing against the move, considering he ranks 23rd in the league with 500 yards, has a 45.2 passer rating and is 47-of-89 (52.8 percent) with...

New England Patriots Tickets Exchange - Pats Tickets For Sale
2007-09-25 09:36:00
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Atlanta Falcons' DeAngelo Hall Goes Off In Loss To Panthers
2007-09-25 09:01:00
I don?t know why Atlanta Falcons Cornerback De Angelo Hall went off in the game againt Carolina, but I?m sure it was related to the kind of year he?s had thus far. D-Hall?s been torched. He was taken to school by Chad Johnson in the second game of the season, and the Panther?s Steve Smith wasn?t so kind either. Still, he?s been beaten before, so that can?t be the only reason for his actions that producd not one but two personal foul penalties. But after reading the AJC, it seems that Hall?s got a hot head, and Smith may have figured out how to get to him. It certainly worked, as the Panthers scored on the critical three-penalty-drive that led to their victory over the Falcons 27-20. For his part, Hall?s facing a team-given punishment and is going to take it like an adult: "I made a mistake. I promise it won't happen again, no matter what." We?ll see.
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1. The Oakland Raiders Finally Win - Beat Browns
2007-09-25 08:50:00
After a streak of 11 straight losses, the Oakland Raiders, coached by Lane Kiffin, finally won a game. They beat the Cleveland Browns 26 to 24, and with a tactic used against them the following week at Denver. In that game, the Raiders lined up to kick what would be the game winner in overtime, only to have a successful field goal attempted whistled dead because Denver Broncos Head Coach Mike Shanahan called a time out just a tick of the clock before the snap of the ball. When the Raiders lined up again, they missed the attempt. This week Kiffin used the same maneuver against the Cleveland Browns when they lined up to kick what would have been the game winning field goal; the Browns came up short. Yes, Kiffin?s a fast study. But lost in the discussion of the strategy used was that the Raiders were competitive in each game they played in, and so were bound to get a win. The main difference is the offense. The combination of timed passes, varied formations, short drops, and z...
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Condoning Cheating? - NFL Coaches Unfairly Treating Jets Coach Eric Mangini
2007-09-19 07:58:00
Profootballtalk.com and The New York Times report today that several NFL Coach es and executives are working to gang-up on New York Jets Head Coach Eric Mangini for blowing the whistle on New England Coach Bill Belichek for telling NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell that the Pats vidoed defensive signals from opposing teams, a violation of NFL rules. Selena Roberts of the NY Times writes:Mangini didn?t just flip on Belichick, costing his former mentor a celebrated image that has been reflected in a shelf-full of Lombardi Trophies, as well as a $500,000 fine and a prime draft pick. He did more. He also humiliated the respected Patriots owner and league power player Robert K. Kraft.That sin has left Mangini toxic to some team executives. After all, would you trust him? Is there anyone ? a player, assistant, general manager, owner or mascot ? that he wouldn?t betray in a pinch? Mike Florio of Profootballtalk.com reports:The reality, however, is that Mangini has likely learned his lesson...
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Commissioner Goodell -- Remarks Before The Senate Commerce Committee
2007-09-18 23:28:00
Commissioner Goodell -- Remarks Before The Senate Commerce Committee 09/18/2007TESTIMONY OF ROGER GOODELLCOMMISSIONERNATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUEBEFORE THECOMMITTEE ON COMMERCE, SCIENCE AND TRANSPORTATIONUNITED STATES SENATESeptember 18, 2007 Chairman Dorgan, Chairman Inouye, Vice-Chairman Stevens, and Members of the Committee: Good morning and thank you for inviting me to appear today and testify on this important subject. I do not believe that this subject is, or should be, immune from Congressional scrutiny. To the contrary, the National Football League has always strived to conduct itself in the public interest, and to do everything in a first-class way. We can only benefit from objective, thoughtful reviews of our policies and programs. And so I welcome the opportunity to be with you today. I am joined here today by Harold Henderson, our Executive Vice President of Player Programs, and Dennis Curran, our Senior Vice President and labor relations counsel. B...
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Len Pasqurelli Says Redskins Jason Campbell Has Arrived - Beat Phili
2007-09-18 18:41:00
And I agree. I didn't see the game, but I've long believed that Campbell would grow into the position and be not just the Redskin s leader, but one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. Remember, he came out in the same draft at Alex Smith and Aaron Rogers, yet wasn't even considered as good as those two. He was drafted in the first round, but his selection was virtually ignored by many. Watch out for Campbell.
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Goodell with Costas: if more"Illegalities" come to light, the penalty will
2007-09-17 19:09:00
Those of us who got home from th Giants Vs.Packers excuse for an NFL game got to relax with "Football night in America." We had the Pleasure of watching Bob Costas interview Mr. Goodell. He spoke eloquently for most of a quarter of an hour about crime and punishment. Not about Mike Vick or Tank Johnson or even David Boston, But about a Coach who had been caught stealing signals from the sidelines of opposing teams via video camera, and an assistant Coach who was found guilty of using a controlled substance. Both men were fined, but was the punishment just in both cases? I'm not saying if both men deserved to be punished, i'm asking if both punishments were leveled correctly....Coach Belachick earned a 500,000 personal fine. Thats like hitting me with a $.25 fine for spitting. His salary is around 8 million dollars a year. So 500K comes out to about 6.25% of his yearly salary. This is just punishment?? He SHOULD be suspended for the remainder of the season, as well as the Team l...
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Pats Bill Belichick issues Apology, says he's spoken with Goodell
2007-09-13 17:41:00
Belichick issues apology, says he's spoken with GoodellESPN.com news servicesFOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- This videotape needs no interpretation: New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick walked out of his news conference on Wednesday when pressed repeatedly about the sideline spying scandal that landed him on NFL commissioner Roger Goodell's crowded docket.Ten minutes before his regular availability, Belichick issued a one-paragraph statement apologizing to his team and confirming that he has spoken to Goodell about an "interpretation" of league rules that ban videotaping of the opposing sideline."Although it remains a league matter, I want to apologize to everyone who has been affected, most of all ownership, staff and players," Belichick said. "Following the league's decision, I will have further comment."It was not clear whether Belichick was apologizing for his actions or the distraction it has caused his team as it prepares for Sunday night's marquee game against San Diego. But if...
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New England Patriots Accused Of Stealing Signals From Jets - ESPN and Other
2007-09-12 06:22:00
I personally think Commissioner Goodell should take the game away from the Patriots . That's terrible. It also cloud's the whole "Bill Belichek's a Genius" talk. Here's John Clayton ... According to league sources, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has determined that the New England Patriots violated league rules when it videotaped defensive signals by New York Jets coaches during the Patriots' 38-14 win Sunday. There will be a hearing with the Patriots -- mostly likely by phone by the end of the week -- and then a ruling by the commissioner that could cost New England draft picks. Here are some questions and answers on the incident:What is the commissioner's stance?Such spying is a serious infraction. It's cheating and could affect the outcome of games. Goodell established a strict player conduct policy, and he wants coaches and team employees to also live up to a high standard.What rules did the Patriots allegedly violate?The "Game Operations Manual" states that "no video ...
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Ground Broken on "New Medaowlands"
2007-09-10 18:36:00
Tuesday September 4th was a red letter day for the Jets, Giants, and the New Jersey Sports and Expsition Authority. The ground was broken on the site of the new stadium that will be shared by both NY teams. Currently the stadium is referred to as the "New Meadowlands, but the NJSEA and the Teams are working on a Naming Sponsorship that could Net close to 250 million dollars over the life of the agreement. For the average fan, the concern is weather or not they will be priced out by Personal Seat leases(PSL's). The new complex will feature a 100,000 square foot Tailgate plaza, improved access roads, a "Great Wall" of Colored panels that will be interchangeable for each team, and an additional 4,500 regular seats, plus 200 assorted luxury boxes. The new Stadium will host at least 20 NFL games per season, more than any other stadium in the nation, as well as numerous other events ranging from college football to international soccer, concerts and more ? as many as 80 a year, in addi...
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Eddie Debartolo's Sports Agency Gathering Talent To Rep
2007-09-07 11:18:00
In December of 2006, former 49ers owner Eddie Debartolo formed a new sports agency, and its been making waves with deals ever since. Take Troy Smith and Jerry Rice. DSE sports agents, Ralph Cindrich and Brian Kopp, have signed 2006 Heisman Trophy Winner Troy Smith. Smith, an Ohio native who led the Ohio State University Buckeyes to a 25-3 record. Rice, regarded as perhaps the greatest wide receiver in National Football League history and a former Dancing With the Stars contestant, signed on recently with DeBartolo Sports & Entertainment (DSE). DSE will negotiate and manage Rice's endorsement deals, appearances and public relations. Rice, 44, played most of his 21-year career for the 49ers before retiring last year.
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Indianapolis Colts Regain Super Bowl Form, Top N.O. Saints 41-10
2007-09-07 11:07:00
The key was the defense and a gaggle of second-year and third year players that stepped in to make the Colts even better than last year. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Indianapolis Colts looked just as formidable on offense as they did when they won the Super Bowl last season.And even better on defense.Shaking off a sluggish first half, the Colts outscored New Orleans 31-0 after intermission in Thursday night's NFL opener to beat the Saints 41-10. At the same time, they served notice to New England, San Diego and other highly touted teams that losing six players who started the Super Bowl last season hasn't slowed them down a bit.Four of them were on a defense that didn't allow a touchdown Thursday night."All offseason, that's what everyone talked about, that the defense has lost all these guys," said Peyton Manning, who threw for 288 yards and three touchdowns. "A lot of young guys played good tonight. It's only one game and there's a long way to go, but we played really well ton...
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2007 Kick-off Party invades NYC Chelsea Hotspot
2007-09-05 06:26:00
The NFL Draft Bible and Fieldposition have teamed up to bring you the first NFL season Kick -off Party ever to have it's own Podcast . Recording live from "Flight 151" in the Heart of Chelsea this Thursday night, the Party will feature Football Trivia, $2 Coors light's, and hopefully Lots of Good football fun. Hosted By NFL Draft Bible's CEO Ric Serritella and it's SR. VP, and field scout, as well as Fieldposition.com and SBS Football Personality Dr. Bill Chachkes, the Party and Podcast start at 7 Pm eastern, and is located at 151 8th av bt 17th and 18th streets(Yes Zennie, only a few blocks from Murry's Bagels!!)
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Patriots' Rodney Harrison to be suspended 4 games, reportedly for HGH
2007-09-02 17:37:00
By JIMMY GOLEN, AP Sports WriterSeptember 1, 2007FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Rodney Harris on , the frequently fined strong safety who solidified the New England Patriots ' defense through back-to-back Super Bowl victories, will miss the first four games of the NFL season for violating the league's substance abuse policy."Tomorrow, the commissioner will announce I have been suspended," a somber Harrison said in a hastily announced conference call with reporters on Friday night after ESPN.com reported that he had admitted obtaining human growth hormone.Harrison did not take questions or confirm the banned substance involved."I want to make it clear that not once did I ever use steroids," he said. "I did admit to the commissioner that I did, in fact, use a banned substance."The league issued a statement late Friday night confirming that Harrison is suspended without pay for four games, effective immediately. He is eligible to return to the active roster on Tuesday, Oct. 2, following the ...
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Tim Couch Reportedly Linked To Steriods and HGH
2007-08-29 00:34:00
By DavidKayeAccording to Yahoo! Sports columnist Josh Peter, former first overall pick Tim Couch utilized anabolic steroids and human growth hormone to aid in his attempted return to the National Football League.Like many pro athletes, Couch enlisted the help of banned substances, namely HGH, to assist and facilitate his recovery process from injury. He admitted to Yahoo! Sports that for a short period of time he used HGH to see how much it would help him recover from shoulder surgery.By all indications the illegal performance enhancing drug did not do much good as Couch continues to struggle to revitalize what was once a promising career.A confidential source told the website that he witnessed Couch being injected with steroids, but the quarterback denies ever the claim. The substances Couch supposedly used are banned by the league and any offender caught using them usually faces a one month suspension, if not more.After a five-year stint with the Cleveland Browns, Couch signed wit...

Lance Briggs Crashes Luxary Vehicle and Faces Minor Repercussions
2007-08-28 23:25:00
By DavidKayeChicago Bears All-Pro linebacker Lance Briggs foolishly crashed his $350,000 Lamborghini Murceilago on the Edens Expressway just after 3 A.M. Monday morning. Initially Briggs called police to say that his sports car was stolen, but later confessed that he had severely damaged it himself and no one else was involved in the wreck.Briggs posted $100 bond yesterday and was charged with a Class A misdemeanor for leaving the scene of an accident and was handed two traffic violations. At his October 4th court date it's very unlikely that the defensive star will be slapped with any jail time, although the charge does carry up to a maximum of one-year in prison.This latest incident in what has been a circus of events over the past several months with the defending NFC champions got me thinking what was Briggs doing with his expensive vehicle in the wee hours of the morning? If practice begins at 8 A.M. for the team why is their premier linebacker out so late? What is even more p...
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Commissioner Goodell -- Press Conference at Cleveland Browns Training Camp
2007-08-27 19:03:00
Commissioner Goodell -- Press Conference at Cleveland Browns Training Camp 08/20/2007NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Press Conference Cleveland Browns Training Camp ? Berea, OHAugust 16, 2007 Let me just make a couple quick comments. I was in Detroit earlier this morning so this is just part of our training camp tour, getting a chance to talk to the players and coaches. I had a chance to meet with [Browns Senior Vice President, Business Operations] Mike [Keenan], [Browns General Manager/Senior Vice President] Phil [Savage] and [Browns Head Coach] Romeo [Crennel] this afternoon privately and then I met with the players just a few minutes ago. It?s been a very productive trip. (On the message he is trying to communicate to the players)- ?The primary message is that they are responsible, as NFL players, to this community as Cleveland Browns and to the organization, to their teammates and to themselves and their families. We have resources available to them, the things that we are doing to...

Michael Vick Pleads Guilty Today - Sad Day - ESPN
2007-08-27 18:50:00
Vick to be sentenced Dec. 10 after guilty pleaESPN.com news servicesUpdated: August 27, 2007, 12:32 PM ETRICHMOND, Va. -- Michael Vick pleaded guilty Monday to a federal dogfighting charge and awaits a Dec. 10 sentencing date that could send the NFL star to prison.In a statement before the media, Vick said he took full responsibility for his actions. He concluded by saying: "I will redeem myself. I have to.""First, I want to apologize for all the things that I have done and I have allowed to happen. I want to personally apologize to Commissioner Goodell, Arthur Blank, coach Bobby Petrino, and my Atlanta Falcons teammates, for I was not honest and forthright in our discussions," Vick said."I was ashamed and totally disappointed in myself, to say the least. I want to apologize to all the young kids out there for my immature acts. What I did was very immature, so that means I need to grow up."Vick said he now has renounced dogfighting and has found religion as a result of the federal c...
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MICHAEL VICK SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY - NFL STATEMENT - NFLMEDIA.COM
2007-08-25 02:04:00
This is from the website of NFLMedia.com and was released today, August 24th, 2007 MICHAEL VICK SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY Commissioner Roger Goodell notified Michael Vick today that he is suspended indefinitely without pay from the National Football League, effective immediately. Following are excerpts from Commissioner Goodell?s letter to Vick: · ?Your admitted conduct was not only illegal, but also cruel and reprehensible. Your team, the NFL, and NFL fans have all been hurt by your actions.? · ?Your plea agreement and the plea agreements of your co-defendants also demonstrate your significant involvement in illegal gambling. Even if you personally did not place bets, as you contend, your actions in funding the betting and your association with illegal gambling both violate the terms of your NFL Player Contract and expose you to corrupting influences in derogation of one of the most fundamental responsibilities of an NFL ...
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Tribune's Carl Stewart Is Wrong - Raiders Line Was Never Bad To Start
2007-08-22 18:15:00
Hi Carl , I have to correct you on your column. The Raiders Offensive Line was never so bad to be so good. It was poorly coached,and that was why I called for Tom Walsh to be fired on August 15th of 2006.Take note. That was preseason.Preaseason.And here's what I wrote: Fire Tom Walsh I continued the drum beat each week, and through the season. The reasons were based on my knoweldge of technical football. In other words, I can see just one game and tell you how an offense in going to perform for the rest of the year, in general terms.The Raiders of this year use a more contemporary run blocking scheme, one that is exactly like the Denver Broncos in execution and design. For example, Lamont Jordan's 30-year second quarter run was a classic indictment of my claim. The line stepped to the left to get the defense to move that way, then fire blocked in zone fashion.The result is that the whole defensive front seven moves that way, even though the running back does not. Thus, the ...
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NFL STATEMENT ON MICHAEL VICK'S PLEA - NFLMEDIA.COM
2007-08-20 22:08:00
This was just released by the NFL. It comes in the wake of Michael Vick's guilty plea for backing dog fighting. Statement From An NFL Spokesman On Michael Vick08/20/2007FOR USE AS DESIRED8/20/07 STATEMENT FROM AN NFL SPOKESMAN: ?We are aware of Michael Vick?s decision to enter a guilty plea to the federal charges against him and accept responsibility for his conduct. We totally condemn the conduct outlined in the charges, which is inconsistent with what Michael Vick previously told both our office and the Falcons. We will conclude our own review under the league?s personal conduct policy as soon as possible. In the meantime, we have asked the Falcons to continue to refrain from taking action pending a decision by the commissioner.?
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Cleveland Brady Quinn Should Start Now
2007-08-20 21:42:00
After holding out for a contract based on the instruction of his agent CAA's Tom Condon, Cleveland First Round Draft pick QB and former ND standout Brady Quinn came in to guide the Browns in the 4th quarter. At the time, the Browns were not only down but even though it was a preseason game, needed a lift. Quinn gave them that. He completed 13 of 20 for 178 yards and two touchdowns. At one point he was 5-for-5. Brady's used to that kind of pressure -- remember UCLA in 2006? -- and he did it again. Yes, it was a preseason game, and they weren't starters. But with that kind of performance and given his history, I say start him for the next game and see what happens.
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Michael Vick To Plead Guilty To Dogfighting - AP
2007-08-20 21:37:00
This is both sad and chocking! But it appears that he has indeed engaged in this terrible act. Lawyer: Vick to plead guilty to dogfighting chargesBy LARRY O'DELL, Associated Press WriterAugust 20, 2007RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Michael Vick's lawyer said Monday the NFL star will plead guilty to federal dogfighting conspiracy charges, putting the Atlanta Falcons quarterback's career in jeopardy and leaving him subject to a possible prison term.The offense is punishable by up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine, although federal sentencing guidelines most likely would call for less. Vick's plea hearing is Aug. 27."After consulting with his family over the weekend, Michael Vick asked that I announce today that he has reached an agreement with federal prosecutors regarding the charges pending against him," lead defense attorney Billy Martin said in a statement."Mr. Vick has agreed to enter a plea of guilty to those charges and to accept full responsibility for his actions and ...
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New NFL Website Still Places League In New Media Catch-Up Mode
2007-08-17 11:25:00
This is a copy of an email I wrote to Greg Aiello regarding the new NFL.com website: Hi Greg,I hope you had a nice vacation. Here's my feedback on the website. I like the design, but what concerns me are small things. For example, if I click on a player, just that person's name -- John Abbate -- comes up in the title page. That's it. There's no repeat of his name in the title of the page -- nothing for a search engine to chew on.Thus, if I type his name in Google, it doesn't show the NFL page. The number one page is for the Wake Forest Site. http://www.google.com/search?client=safar i&rls=en&q=jon+abbate&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 My point is that the site's fine, the presentation of video's better, but it does not reflect an understanding of the need to use natural search to generate traffic to the site.On top of that, there's no social network functionality and no connection to blogs. It's almost -- but not quite -- state of theart.Hope you're well.Best,Zennie
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