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Pierre-Paul: Giants are 'a little soft'

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 09:56 p.m.

Jason Pierre-Paul has a surprising take on the current state of the New York Giants. Let's just say he believes the defense needs to toughen up. Read

Jags QB Henne says Sparano recruited him for Jets

Published: Dec. 6, 2012 at 05:56 a.m.

The New York Jets have enough question marks at quarterback, but Chad Henne gave fans one more angle to contemplate. Read
Raiders adamantly deny rumor of Gruden returning as coach

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 09:05 p.m.

The Oakland Raiders are ticked off at a report that they have started to talk to Jon Gruden about replacing Dennis Allen as coach. They even issued an angry email about it. Read
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Week 14 injury roundup

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 08:23 p.m.

Philadelphia Eagles running back LeSean McCoy and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Percy Harvin highlight the biggest injuries heading into Week 14. Read
Panthers upset Falcons' Ryan disrespected them in Week 4

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 07:57 p.m.

The Carolina Panthers could be looking for redemption against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Harsh words from Falcons QB Matt Ryan in Week 4 are fueling the Panthers' fire in this rematch. Read
Picking winners for Week 14's NFL games

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 07:49 p.m.

The Cincinnati Bengals host the Dallas Cowboys in a vital interconference showdown, and the Around the League experts are split on who will win that showdown. See all their Week 14 picks. Read
Rodgers: Packers need quality, not quantity, from run game

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 07:06 p.m.

With Aaron Rodgers leading a prolific passing attack, the Green Bay Packers haven't had a 1,000-yard rusher since 2009. It begs the question: Do they really need one? Read
Vikings put Harvin (ankle) on season-ending IR

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 06:48 p.m.

After raising a fuss in the offseason and playing well for nine games, Percy Harvin is done. The Minnesota Vikings sent Harvin and his sprained left ankle to injured reserve, ending his season. Read
ATL's Pro Bowl snubs

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 06:39 p.m.

Gregg Rosenthal put out a Pro Bowl roster. Indianapolis Colts QB Andrew Luck just squeezed in, and Ray Rice and Doug Martin did not. Cue disapproving grunts. Read
Sanchez: Ryan sent a message

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 05:29 p.m.

It took a little while for Rex Ryan to name Mark Sanchez this week's starting quarterback for the New York Jets. There was a reason, Sanchez said. Read
Football worlds collide

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 05:15 p.m.

The Denver Broncos caught up with their football brethren from Australia, and the St. Kilda Saints Football Club was impressed with what it saw. Read
All 'downhill' after Screech

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 05:10 p.m.

Jim Harbaugh became an Internet sensation this week when a video of his "Saved by the Bell: The New Class" cameo resurfaced. The 49ers coach wasn't shy about discussing his acting career. Read
Big Ben returns to Steelers practice, could start vs. Chargers

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 04:16 p.m.

Move on over, Charlie Batch. It appears that the Pittsburgh Steelers are moving closer to getting Ben Roethlisberger back into the starting lineup following rib and shoulder injuries. Read
MVP forecast: RG3 climbing

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 04:14 p.m.

Peyton Manning's comeback season might be worthy of the MVP award at this point, but Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III could find himself in the thick of the race before it's over. Read
Thomas: Hillis was 'toxic' to Browns last season

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 04:08 p.m.

Joe Thomas isn't a guy to grab the spotlight, but the Cleveland Browns left tackle had plenty to say about Peyton Hillis, the team's former running back who fell from grace last season. Read
Seahawks' Browner will start serving his four-game PED ban

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 03:50 p.m.

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner has been suspended four games, starting immediately, for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. Read
Cardinals go back to Skelton

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 03:36 p.m.

John Skelton was named the Arizona Cardinals' starting quarterback Wednesday. It remains to be seen if the switch back to Skelton does anything for the Cardinals' anemic offense. Read
Geared up for Canton

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 03:15 p.m.

To top off his magical rookie season, Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III already is sending items to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. That was quick. Read
Hardy: 3-9 Panthers better than 11-1 Falcons

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 03:12 p.m.

The Carolina Panthers haven't enjoyed much success in 2012, but that doesn't matter to Greg Hardy. The defensive end went on record to say his 3-9 team is better than the 11-win Atlanta Falcons. Read
One last diss

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 02:29 p.m.

Detroit Lions coach Jim Schwartz took a not-so-subtle jab at Titus Young on Wednesday after announcing his exiled receiver was scheduled for knee surgery, "unless he doesn't show up for it." Read
Ryan: Sanchez's contract wasn't factor in decision

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 02:11 p.m.

Mark Sanchez received the nod to be the New York Jets' starting QB against the the Jacksonville Jaguars. Rex Ryan insists the decision had nothing to do with Sanchez's guaranteed money. Read
Chad Johnson vows he'll 'play again'

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 01:30 p.m.

Chad Johnson's NFL career came to a halt this summer after his arrest for domestic battery, but he's asking for one more chance on the field. Any takers? Read
Newton reportedly 'was a total (expletive)' at 2012 Pro Bowl

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 01:08 p.m.

Cam Newton has always seemed to be a lightning rod for controversy. The latest reports indicate the Carolina Panthers quarterback was "standoffish" and a "diva" at last year's Pro Bowl. Read
He's back

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 12:31 p.m.

Ray Lewis can't be held down for long. The ageless linebacker -- sidelined with a torn triceps -- returned to practice with the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday. Read
Report: Concussed Bennett likely out for Bears-Vikings game

Published: Dec. 5, 2012 at 12:00 p.m.

Chicago Bears WR Earl Bennett is likely to miss Sunday's showdown with the Minnesota Vikings after suffering a concussion against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13, according to one report. Read