Analysis & Opinions

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  Carucci: Cherry's ring of honor

  Je'Rod' Cherry was a key contributor to three Super Bowl-winning teams with the Patriots. Now he's using that success, literally, to contribute to a cause far more significant.

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  Wyche: Confident Carolina ready to step up

  The Panthers will be the first to admit they have not played as well as their 8-2 record might suggest. But they will also tell you they are ready for a tough stretch run.

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  Kirwan: Hot topics for Week 12

  There are three key intra-divisional rematches, and a number of 5-5 teams facing a potential season turning point as we look forward to what promises to be an exciting Week 12.

Spotlight

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  Three defensive players to watch

  Terence Newman returned to action last week and helped lead the Cowboys to a big win over the Redskins. Find out who joins him in this week's list of defensive difference-makers.

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  Vote for the Pro Bowl

  Who has been playing at a Pro Bowl level? Here's your chance to vote and decide which players deserve to make the trip to Hawaii come February.

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  A look at what's ahead in Week 12

  Get ready for the 12th week of the NFL season with an in-depth look at each game, including a promising showdown in Tennessee between the AFC East-leading Jets and undefeated Titans.

Headlines

• Bush progressing, held out by Saints | Return key   
• Sanders a game-time decision for Colts; Hayden probable
• Bills' secondary will be without Whitner, Greer vs. Chiefs
• Foot injury will cost Bengals CB Joseph rest of season
• Titans could be short-handed on defense against Jets
• Panthers healthy headed into showdown with Falcons
• Jets rookie QB Ainge suspended four games by NFL
• Cowboys rookie RB out for year | CB Jones reinstated

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