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Tebow active as Jets' backup QB vs. Jags; McElroy inactive
Published: Dec. 9, 2012 at 11:45 a.m.Third-string quarterback Greg McElroy was deactivated for Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, leaving Tim Tebow to back up starter Mark Sanchez. Read
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Mario Williams points finger at Bills for prescribing him painkillers
Published: May 20, 2013 at 01:52 p.m.Following reports that Mario Williams allegedly sent texts to his ex-fiancée about popping painkillers and possible "suicidal thoughts," the Bills LB said he got the the pills from the team. Read
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Schiano: Freeman is our starting QB
Published: May 20, 2013 at 01:22 p.m.Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano is trying to dampen talk about a quarterback battle before it starts. Josh Freeman remains the man. Read
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Alex Smith runs pistol at Chiefs OTAs
Published: May 20, 2013 at 12:21 p.m.Alex Smith just can't seem to escape his roots in San Francisco. The former 49ers quarterback was seen running the Pistol offense during Kansas City Chiefs workouts. Chris Ault's influence begins. Read
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McGahee, recovering from injuries, a no-show at Broncos OTAs
Published: May 20, 2013 at 12:19 p.m.Willis McGahee might be the odd man out in a crowded Denver Broncos backfield, but despite that, the running back still plans to skip Monday's organized team activities. Read
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Megatron: I had broken fingers during record-breaking season
Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:34 a.m.In addition to facing regular double teams, Calvin Johnson battled through injury during the 2012 NFL season. Now, "Megatron" confirms the extent of the injury: He had three broken fingers. Read
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In trouble again
Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:14 a.m.Chad Johnson turned himself in to police Monday in Florida after a warrant was issued for the former NFL receiver's arrest on an alleged probation violation. Read
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Pack's Bishop says he'll be defensive MVP
Published: May 20, 2013 at 11:01 a.m.After re-signing Desmond Bishop in 2012 to a four-year, $19 million extension, the Packers were looking to trade the injured linebacker during the draft. Now healthy, he has very lofty goals. Read
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RG3 fans go above and 'Beyond'
Published: May 20, 2013 at 10:25 a.m.How's this for fan loyalty? Washington Redskins fans help buy all the items on quarterback Robert Griffin III and Rebecca Liddicoat's wedding registry at Bed Bath & Beyond. Read
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Veteran Smith shifting to OLB as Saints defense moves to 3-4
Published: May 20, 2013 at 10:10 a.m.The New Orleans Saints' 3-4 new defensive scheme means a lot of new positions for old players. Can Will Smith really play outside linebacker? Read
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'Mr. Positive' returning to Saints sideline
Published: May 20, 2013 at 09:45 a.m.New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton already has started to set a tone for the 2013 season. It's not about his suspension. He's moving on, thinking positively and bringing the intensity. Read
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Avant, Harbor to play D only in emergency
Published: May 20, 2013 at 09:14 a.m.Philadelphia Eagles coach Chip Kelly wants to prepare Jason Avant and Clay Harbor to take some defensive snaps just in case of emergency. But don't expect the move to be permanent. Read
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Carroll receives flak for suspensions
Published: May 20, 2013 at 08:53 a.m.The Seattle Seahawks have a problem with their players failing tests for performance-enhancing substances. So why isn't coach Pete Carroll taking any criticism? Read
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Free-agent CB Jammer holding out hope for Chargers return
Published: May 20, 2013 at 07:34 a.m.Quentin Jammer's play has left him on the outside looking in as a free agent -- even though the cornerback speaks optimistically about a return to the San Diego Chargers for a 12th season. Read
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Brady: 'I've never felt better throwing the football'
Published: May 20, 2013 at 06:23 a.m.Tom Brady is a three-time Super Bowl champion, but the New England Patriots QB says he's never been more confident about his throwing ability. That's a scary thought for Pats opponents. Read
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Brooks Reed says he's '100 percent' ahead of Texans' OTAs
Published: May 19, 2013 at 08:10 p.m.Brooks Reed says he's "100 percent" ahead of the Houston Texans' organized team activities, which begin Monday. The linebacker underwent groin surgery in the offseason. Read
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Raiders fans plan surprise greeting for DB Woodson
Published: May 19, 2013 at 06:54 p.m.Free agent Charles Woodson is scheduled to visit the Raiders on Tuesday, and Silver and Black's faithful fan base doesn't plan on letting the former Oakland DB get away again. Read
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Geno: I'm not a diva
Published: May 19, 2013 at 05:59 p.m.New York Jets rookie quarterback Geno Smith says he's "not naive." Smith says he's already learned a thing or two from the media snowstorm in New York. Read
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Sizing up the NFL's quarterback battles
Published: May 19, 2013 at 05:15 p.m.Will Geno Smith beat out Mark Sanchez for the N.Y. Jets' starting job? Is Matt Flynn headed for the Raiders' bench? Here are seven QB competitions heating up as we approach training camp. Read
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Broncos try to put Moore's costly playoff blunder behind them
Published: May 19, 2013 at 01:17 p.m.Denver Broncos coaches say they have moved past Rahim Moore's playoff blunder and are expecting the young defensive back to forget about it, as well. Can Moore bounce back? Read
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'He still has it'
Published: May 19, 2013 at 12:29 p.m.Arizona Cardinals coach Bruce Arians talked up Carson Palmer's ability to sling the ball deep, calling his new quarterback "as good a deep-ball thrower as I've ever seen." Read
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Pats visit Newtown youth
Published: May 19, 2013 at 11:05 a.m.About 30 current and former New England Patriots players -- including Rob Gronkowski -- coaches and cheerleaders held a football clinic in Newtown, Conn., a city still reeling from tragedy. Read
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Garrard struggled with deep ball?
Published: May 19, 2013 at 09:52 a.m.David Garrard cited his troublesome left knee as a reason for retiring from the New York Jets. A report Sunday gave us a better visual of how his recurring injury affected his play. Read
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Schiano: Glennon 'can play quickly' if needed
Published: May 19, 2013 at 09:15 a.m.Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano has been smitten with QB Mike Glennon since recruiting him in high school. Schiano said Glennon will play if he's needed or if he wins the starting gig. Read
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Saban: McClain 'being fair' to Ravens despite ending his career
Published: May 18, 2013 at 03:27 p.m.Rolando McClain signed a one-year contract with the Baltimore Ravens in early April, only to announce his retirement a month later. Nick Saban says his former player has been fair to the Ravens. Read
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Goodson's teammate: Running back likely done
Published: May 18, 2013 at 03:09 p.m.The New York Jets haven't yet announced if they will release Mike Goodson after his arrest, but at least one teammate believes the running back might be on his way out of Florham Park. Read
- Mario Williams says Buffalo Bills gave him painkillers
- Greg Schiano: Buccaneers are Josh Freeman's team
- Alex Smith runs pistol at Kansas City Chiefs workouts
- Willis McGahee not expected at Monday's Broncos OTAs
- Megatron: I had broken fingers during historic season
- Chad Johnson turns himself in on arrest warrant
- Desmond Bishop: 'I know I'm capable' of defensive MVP
- RG3: Thank you Redskins fans for wedding gifts
- Will Smith moving to linebacker in Saints' 3-4 defense
- Sean Payton: 'Mr. Positive' for 2013 New Orleans Saints
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