One of the best stories of 2007 has been the play of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Aside from laying a Week 1 egg in Seattle, the Buccaneers have rattled off three straight wins and are in 1st place in the NFC South.
For now.
Today's 20-7 win over the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte came with a heavy price, as RB Cadillac Williams and LT Luke Petitgout were lost for the season with knee injuries.
Sunday, September 30, 2007
Sunday Inactives - 1pm Games
The inactive lists are out. Here are some notable names:
Zach Thomas is inactive for the Dolphins.
JaMarcus Russell is listed as the 3rd QB for the Raiders.
Linebacker Willie McGinest and tight end Kellen Winslow will play for the Browns.
Johnathan Ogden is out today for Baltimore with a toe injury.
Ahman Green is out for the Houston Texans, as are N.D. Kalu, Andre Johnson and Jacoby Jones.
Byron Leftwich is the 3rd QB for the Atlanta Falcons.
RB Mewelde Moore is out for the Minnesota Vikings.
RB Brandon Jackson is out today for the Green Bay Packers.
For the Vikings, CBs Nathan Vasher, Charles Tillman, safety Adam Archuleta and LB Lance Briggs are all inactive today.
Detroit Lions rookie WR Calvin Johnson will miss today's game, as well.
The Carolina Panthers will be without LB Dan Morgan.
In Dallas, linebacker Greg Ellis and cornerback Terence Newman are both active, but will not start.
Zach Thomas is inactive for the Dolphins.
JaMarcus Russell is listed as the 3rd QB for the Raiders.
Linebacker Willie McGinest and tight end Kellen Winslow will play for the Browns.
Johnathan Ogden is out today for Baltimore with a toe injury.
Ahman Green is out for the Houston Texans, as are N.D. Kalu, Andre Johnson and Jacoby Jones.
Byron Leftwich is the 3rd QB for the Atlanta Falcons.
RB Mewelde Moore is out for the Minnesota Vikings.
RB Brandon Jackson is out today for the Green Bay Packers.
For the Vikings, CBs Nathan Vasher, Charles Tillman, safety Adam Archuleta and LB Lance Briggs are all inactive today.
Detroit Lions rookie WR Calvin Johnson will miss today's game, as well.
The Carolina Panthers will be without LB Dan Morgan.
In Dallas, linebacker Greg Ellis and cornerback Terence Newman are both active, but will not start.
NFL GameDay News and Notes - September 30th, 2007
Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is no longer overhyped, but he is underpaid.
Rick Herrin of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram has the Week 4 storylines for the Dallas Cowboys.
Isaac Bruce's guarantee of a win over the Cowboys has put the Rams on the spot.
Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has five things to watch in the Rams-Cowboys game.
It won't really be a homecoming when Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub takes the field against the Atlanta Falcons today.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall says "Some things would have to change" for him to play long term for head coach Bobby Petrino.
Falcons quarterback Byron Leftwich wants action.
There's been a disturbing trend with the Baltimore Ravens defense in the 4th quarter.
Former Baltimore Raven, and current Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis provided some bulletin board material for the Ravens this week.
The new blocking schemes in Oakland have allowed Raiders running back LaMont Jordan to be the NFL's second leading rusher through three games.
Charles Bricker of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel lays out the cold, hard facts: Brett Favre "had a more difficult path" to the all-time passing touchdown record.
The front seven on the Miami Dolphins defense is struggling.
David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune writes that the Detroit Lions would be fools if they didn't throw, throw, throw against the depleted Chicago Bears secondary. (You don't have to twist Mike Martz's arm to get him to do this.)
Detroit Lions wide receiver Roy Williams says that last week's 56-21 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles was "a minor setback".
Two writers for the Detroit Free Press predict today's Bears-Lions game.
Dave Hutchinson of The Star Ledger breaks down today's New York Jets-Buffalo Bills game.
Jets tight end Chris Baker is at home in the red zone.
The Buffalo Bills are the second youngest team in the NFL.
Jerry Sullivan of the Buffalo News chronicles how bad things have been in Buffalo since 2001, and then echoes my sentiments regarding who the Bills should be looking at with the top pick in the 2008 NFL draft.
Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News predicts the Bills will get their first win today.
The Minnesota Vikings will induct running back Chuck Foreman, one of their all-time greats, into their Ring of Honor at halftime today.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel pays tribute to the four wide receivers who had a major role in Brett Favre breaking the all-time touchdown pass record.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Robert Ferguson hopes to have the bragging rights over his former Packers teammates next week.
The gameplan for the Seattle Seahawks is simple: Stop Frank Gore.
Both the Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers have something to prove today.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are enamored with quarterback Jeff Garcia.
A good turnover ratio is paying dividends in Tampa.
Carolina Panthers quarterback David Carr doesn't drink or swear. (What does he do?); Some of Carr's teammates have some glove-inspired nicknames for him.
Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry will be a test for the Indianapolis Colts defense.
Colts running back Joseph Addai doesn't think he'll be doing much high-flying in the future.
Adam Schefter of the NFL Network doesn't think Broncos wide receiver Javon Walker will be play today against Indianapolis.
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette breaks down today's Pittsburgh Steelers-Arizona Cardinals match-up.
How will Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Leinart respond to his benching a week ago?
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Damon Huard knows his job is on the line.
Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe has beaten the odds to get where he is today.
Mike Sullivan of the North County Times breaks down today's Chargers-Chiefs game.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook has validated the comparisons to Marshall Faulk people made earlier in his career.
The Philadelphia Inquirer looks at how the Eagles match up with the New York Giants.
New York Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is very familiar with the Eagles' staff.
Their ability to find solid building blocks is one reason the New England Patriots have been a successful franchise.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis is confident middle linebacker Ahmad Brooks will play against New England.
Rick Herrin of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram has the Week 4 storylines for the Dallas Cowboys.
Isaac Bruce's guarantee of a win over the Cowboys has put the Rams on the spot.
Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has five things to watch in the Rams-Cowboys game.
It won't really be a homecoming when Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub takes the field against the Atlanta Falcons today.
Atlanta Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall says "Some things would have to change" for him to play long term for head coach Bobby Petrino.
Falcons quarterback Byron Leftwich wants action.
There's been a disturbing trend with the Baltimore Ravens defense in the 4th quarter.
Former Baltimore Raven, and current Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis provided some bulletin board material for the Ravens this week.
The new blocking schemes in Oakland have allowed Raiders running back LaMont Jordan to be the NFL's second leading rusher through three games.
Charles Bricker of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel lays out the cold, hard facts: Brett Favre "had a more difficult path" to the all-time passing touchdown record.
The front seven on the Miami Dolphins defense is struggling.
David Haugh of the Chicago Tribune writes that the Detroit Lions would be fools if they didn't throw, throw, throw against the depleted Chicago Bears secondary. (You don't have to twist Mike Martz's arm to get him to do this.)
Detroit Lions wide receiver Roy Williams says that last week's 56-21 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles was "a minor setback".
Two writers for the Detroit Free Press predict today's Bears-Lions game.
Dave Hutchinson of The Star Ledger breaks down today's New York Jets-Buffalo Bills game.
Jets tight end Chris Baker is at home in the red zone.
The Buffalo Bills are the second youngest team in the NFL.
Jerry Sullivan of the Buffalo News chronicles how bad things have been in Buffalo since 2001, and then echoes my sentiments regarding who the Bills should be looking at with the top pick in the 2008 NFL draft.
Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News predicts the Bills will get their first win today.
The Minnesota Vikings will induct running back Chuck Foreman, one of their all-time greats, into their Ring of Honor at halftime today.
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel pays tribute to the four wide receivers who had a major role in Brett Favre breaking the all-time touchdown pass record.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Robert Ferguson hopes to have the bragging rights over his former Packers teammates next week.
The gameplan for the Seattle Seahawks is simple: Stop Frank Gore.
Both the Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers have something to prove today.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are enamored with quarterback Jeff Garcia.
A good turnover ratio is paying dividends in Tampa.
Carolina Panthers quarterback David Carr doesn't drink or swear. (What does he do?); Some of Carr's teammates have some glove-inspired nicknames for him.
Denver Broncos running back Travis Henry will be a test for the Indianapolis Colts defense.
Colts running back Joseph Addai doesn't think he'll be doing much high-flying in the future.
Adam Schefter of the NFL Network doesn't think Broncos wide receiver Javon Walker will be play today against Indianapolis.
Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette breaks down today's Pittsburgh Steelers-Arizona Cardinals match-up.
How will Arizona Cardinals quarterback Matt Leinart respond to his benching a week ago?
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Damon Huard knows his job is on the line.
Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe has beaten the odds to get where he is today.
Mike Sullivan of the North County Times breaks down today's Chargers-Chiefs game.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook has validated the comparisons to Marshall Faulk people made earlier in his career.
The Philadelphia Inquirer looks at how the Eagles match up with the New York Giants.
New York Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is very familiar with the Eagles' staff.
Their ability to find solid building blocks is one reason the New England Patriots have been a successful franchise.
Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis is confident middle linebacker Ahmad Brooks will play against New England.
Saturday, September 29, 2007
NFL News and Notes - September 29th, 2007
Many in Dallas feel Cowboys cornerback Anthony Henry has been the team's MVP thus far.
Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo dismisses a rumor about his contract.
St. Louis Rams linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa likes being the underdog. (Which is fortunate, seeing how the Rams will be underdogs all season long.)
The Rams secondary will soon be getting some reinforcements.
Injured Houston Texans defensive end Cedric Killings made a surprise visit to the Texans practice facility.
Texans cornerback Dunta Robinson doesn't sound interested in returning punts.
Atlanta Falcons safety Chris Crocker is back in the starting lineup.
Mark Bradley of the Atlanta Journal Constitution doesn't regret the Matt Schaub trade.
The big toe on Baltimore Ravens left tackle Johnathan Ogden's left foot remains a question mark.
Cleveland Browns tight end Sergeant Kellen Winslow pointed to the "U" tattoo on his right arm to explain his desire to play this Sunday despite a dislocated shoulder.
In this Miami Dolphins notebook in the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, we learn that the decision on whether or not Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas plays will be a collaborative one, and Thomas' fellow linebacker Joey Porter continued to run his mouth on Friday.
Oakland Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin has named Daunte Culpepper the starter for tomorrow's game at Miami.
Skipping tomorrow's game might help Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs hit the benchmarks needed to become an unrestricted free agent.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (back) and offensive linemen Damien Woody (rib) and Jeff Backus (rib) are questionable for tomorrow's game against the Chicago Bears.
Dave Hutchinson of The Star-Ledger examines the New York Jets 3-4 defense.
What happens when a New York Jets fan finally gets a JD? This nonsense.
Buffalo Bills head coach Dick Jauron pumped up the volume at practice this week.
The Minnesota Vikings offensive line is playing well, and no changes are forthcoming on that unit, but it's still the subject of an article in today's Star Tribune.
Bob McGinn of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel jinxes the hell out of the Green Bay Packers.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Darrell Jackson is beginning to develop a rapport with quarterback Alex Smith.
The hot start by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck has answered a lot of questions people had heading into the last off-season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers right tackle Jeremy Trueblood has another best test ahead of him tomorrow.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme is holding out hope that he'll be able to play tomorrow.
Denver Broncos guard Ben Hamilton is still experiencing symptoms from a concussion and has been placed on injured reserve.
Sunday will be a homecoming for Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler, an Indiana native.
Indianapolis Colts tight end Dallas Clark and cornerback Marlin Jackson missed practiced on Friday.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward will miss the 4th game of his 10-year career.
Arizona Cardinals running back Edgerrin James was the last running back to go for 100 yards against the Pittsburgh Steelers defense.
Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin is doubtful for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Michael Bennett is ready to step in if Larry Johnson can't finish the game.
San Diego Chargers defensive end Luis Castillo isn't going to let a sprained foot keep him out of Sunday's game against Kansas City.
We may find out tomorrow what the Philadelphia Eagles offense looks like without running back Brian Westbrook.
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan is beginning to look like his old self.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson wants to put up 45 points on Monday.
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belchick had high praises for tight end Ben Watson.
Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo dismisses a rumor about his contract.
St. Louis Rams linebacker Pisa Tinoisamoa likes being the underdog. (Which is fortunate, seeing how the Rams will be underdogs all season long.)
The Rams secondary will soon be getting some reinforcements.
Injured Houston Texans defensive end Cedric Killings made a surprise visit to the Texans practice facility.
Texans cornerback Dunta Robinson doesn't sound interested in returning punts.
Atlanta Falcons safety Chris Crocker is back in the starting lineup.
Mark Bradley of the Atlanta Journal Constitution doesn't regret the Matt Schaub trade.
The big toe on Baltimore Ravens left tackle Johnathan Ogden's left foot remains a question mark.
Cleveland Browns tight end Sergeant Kellen Winslow pointed to the "U" tattoo on his right arm to explain his desire to play this Sunday despite a dislocated shoulder.
In this Miami Dolphins notebook in the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, we learn that the decision on whether or not Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas plays will be a collaborative one, and Thomas' fellow linebacker Joey Porter continued to run his mouth on Friday.
Oakland Raiders head coach Lane Kiffin has named Daunte Culpepper the starter for tomorrow's game at Miami.
Skipping tomorrow's game might help Chicago Bears linebacker Lance Briggs hit the benchmarks needed to become an unrestricted free agent.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson (back) and offensive linemen Damien Woody (rib) and Jeff Backus (rib) are questionable for tomorrow's game against the Chicago Bears.
Dave Hutchinson of The Star-Ledger examines the New York Jets 3-4 defense.
What happens when a New York Jets fan finally gets a JD? This nonsense.
Buffalo Bills head coach Dick Jauron pumped up the volume at practice this week.
The Minnesota Vikings offensive line is playing well, and no changes are forthcoming on that unit, but it's still the subject of an article in today's Star Tribune.
Bob McGinn of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel jinxes the hell out of the Green Bay Packers.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Darrell Jackson is beginning to develop a rapport with quarterback Alex Smith.
The hot start by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck has answered a lot of questions people had heading into the last off-season.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers right tackle Jeremy Trueblood has another best test ahead of him tomorrow.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme is holding out hope that he'll be able to play tomorrow.
Denver Broncos guard Ben Hamilton is still experiencing symptoms from a concussion and has been placed on injured reserve.
Sunday will be a homecoming for Broncos quarterback Jay Cutler, an Indiana native.
Indianapolis Colts tight end Dallas Clark and cornerback Marlin Jackson missed practiced on Friday.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward will miss the 4th game of his 10-year career.
Arizona Cardinals running back Edgerrin James was the last running back to go for 100 yards against the Pittsburgh Steelers defense.
Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin is doubtful for Sunday's game against Pittsburgh.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Michael Bennett is ready to step in if Larry Johnson can't finish the game.
San Diego Chargers defensive end Luis Castillo isn't going to let a sprained foot keep him out of Sunday's game against Kansas City.
We may find out tomorrow what the Philadelphia Eagles offense looks like without running back Brian Westbrook.
New York Giants defensive end Michael Strahan is beginning to look like his old self.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson wants to put up 45 points on Monday.
New England Patriots head coach Bill Belchick had high praises for tight end Ben Watson.
Friday, September 28, 2007
Mac's Picks - NFL Week 4
How did I do last week? Put it this way: If Brian Griese was the back-up for this column, he’d be writing it this week.
2007 Season: 20-25-3
Houston (-3) at Atlanta – Unless he’s still the Houston Texans’ starting quarterback in 2016, this is going be the only chance Matt Schaub will ever have to show the Georgia Dome fans what they’re missing when the Falcons traded him to Houston in the off-season. The good news for the Falcons front office is that Schaub will be without his best weapons (Andre Johnson, Ahman Green, Jacoby Jones) this week. Pick: Falcons +3
Oakland at Miami (-4) – Daunte Culpepper could not only get his 1st start for the Oakland Raiders this Sunday, he also has a chance to get some revenge against the team that held him hostage in the off-season.
NFL News and Notes - September 28th, 2007
Getting his first start at running back in the NFL is a dream come true for St. Louis Rams fullback Brian Leonard.
With Rams quarterback Marc Bulger playing with broken ribs and a bad knee, backup quarterback Gus Frerotte is getting extra snaps with the first team offense in practice this week.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Anthony Spencer is learning as he goes.
Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman is expected to remain in the nickel cornerback role this week.
Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak says "It'll be a bonus" if running back Ahman Green is able to play this week.
The Atlanta Falcons aren't getting their moneys worth on the pair of free agents they signed in the off-season.
The Cleveland Browns rank near the bottom in most team defense categories.
The Ray Lewis-Jamal Lewis battle this Sunday will be one to watch.
The Miami Dolphins players don't have a high opinion of Daunte Culpepper, who'll be starting against them for the Oakland Raiders this Sunday.
Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas wants to play this week, but he isn't yet cleared for contact.
The 1-2 week estimate for how long Chicago Bears cornerback Charles Tillman will be out appears to be an optimistic one.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Roy Williams responds to what Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher said on Wednesday.
Lions head coach Rod Marinelli expects rookie wide receiver Calvin Johnson to play this Sunday.
The New York Jets defense and special teams averages one touchdown per year against the Buffalo Bills.
In this Bills' notebook by Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News, QB Craig Nall is happy to have a job, the Bills are happy to have a veteran cornerback like Jemetrius Butler, and cornerback Terrence McGee's return is a welcome addition to the defense, and more importantly, the special teams.
Green Bay Packers running back Ryan Grant, who the team acquired from the New York Giants at the end of training cap, could start this Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.
Comments made by various Vikings haven't amused Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.
Seattle Seahawks rookie defensive tackle Brandon Mebane is playing a larger role than originally planned.
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is frustrated by his slow start.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers second-year right tackle Jeremy Trueblood is ready for Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers.
The backup for injured Panthers middle linebacker Dan Morgan is very inexperienced.
Indianapolis Colts running back Joseph Addai is a good test for the Denver Broncos run defense.
The Colts successful two-minute offense is no accident.
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Jeff Reed has been solid thus far. (Which is surprising seeing how this is how Reed spent part of his summer vacation.)
The Arizona Cardinals offensive line has allowed the fewest number of sacks (2) in the NFL this season.
If Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Damon Huard struggles on Sunday, head coach Herm Edwards won't hesitate to replace him with Brodie Croyle.
Both LaDainian Tomlinson and Larry Johnson understand what each other is going through right now.
Someone forgot to invite Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Reggie Brown to the offensive party the Eagles had last week against the Lions.
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress declared himself ready to play against the Eagles on Sunday.
New England Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork was fined $12,500 for his hit on Bills quarterback JP Losman, but insists he's not a dirty player.
There is no trash talk coming from Chad Johnson and the Cincinnati Bengals this week as they prepare for the 3-0 Patriots.
How does Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer describe what it's like to prepare for a Bill Belichick defense? "It's scary"
With Rams quarterback Marc Bulger playing with broken ribs and a bad knee, backup quarterback Gus Frerotte is getting extra snaps with the first team offense in practice this week.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker Anthony Spencer is learning as he goes.
Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman is expected to remain in the nickel cornerback role this week.
Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak says "It'll be a bonus" if running back Ahman Green is able to play this week.
The Atlanta Falcons aren't getting their moneys worth on the pair of free agents they signed in the off-season.
The Cleveland Browns rank near the bottom in most team defense categories.
The Ray Lewis-Jamal Lewis battle this Sunday will be one to watch.
The Miami Dolphins players don't have a high opinion of Daunte Culpepper, who'll be starting against them for the Oakland Raiders this Sunday.
Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas wants to play this week, but he isn't yet cleared for contact.
The 1-2 week estimate for how long Chicago Bears cornerback Charles Tillman will be out appears to be an optimistic one.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Roy Williams responds to what Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher said on Wednesday.
Lions head coach Rod Marinelli expects rookie wide receiver Calvin Johnson to play this Sunday.
The New York Jets defense and special teams averages one touchdown per year against the Buffalo Bills.
In this Bills' notebook by Allen Wilson of the Buffalo News, QB Craig Nall is happy to have a job, the Bills are happy to have a veteran cornerback like Jemetrius Butler, and cornerback Terrence McGee's return is a welcome addition to the defense, and more importantly, the special teams.
Green Bay Packers running back Ryan Grant, who the team acquired from the New York Giants at the end of training cap, could start this Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings.
Comments made by various Vikings haven't amused Packers head coach Mike McCarthy.
Seattle Seahawks rookie defensive tackle Brandon Mebane is playing a larger role than originally planned.
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is frustrated by his slow start.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers second-year right tackle Jeremy Trueblood is ready for Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers.
The backup for injured Panthers middle linebacker Dan Morgan is very inexperienced.
Indianapolis Colts running back Joseph Addai is a good test for the Denver Broncos run defense.
The Colts successful two-minute offense is no accident.
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Jeff Reed has been solid thus far. (Which is surprising seeing how this is how Reed spent part of his summer vacation.)
The Arizona Cardinals offensive line has allowed the fewest number of sacks (2) in the NFL this season.
If Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Damon Huard struggles on Sunday, head coach Herm Edwards won't hesitate to replace him with Brodie Croyle.
Both LaDainian Tomlinson and Larry Johnson understand what each other is going through right now.
Someone forgot to invite Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Reggie Brown to the offensive party the Eagles had last week against the Lions.
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress declared himself ready to play against the Eagles on Sunday.
New England Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork was fined $12,500 for his hit on Bills quarterback JP Losman, but insists he's not a dirty player.
There is no trash talk coming from Chad Johnson and the Cincinnati Bengals this week as they prepare for the 3-0 Patriots.
How does Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer describe what it's like to prepare for a Bill Belichick defense? "It's scary"
Thursday, September 27, 2007
NFL News and Notes - September 27th, 2007
The Buffalo Bills have more players than lockers right now, so they've cleared out the space formerly used by tight end Kevin Everett.
New England Patriots running back Laurence Maroney hopes to repeat the breakout performance he had last year against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 3.
Miami Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas returned to the practice field after missing last week's game with a concussion.
The New York Jets were singing the praises of this week's opponent, the 0-3 Buffalo Bills.
The Fort-Worth Star-Telegram reports that Dallas Cowboys linebacker Greg Ellis could return this week.
The hiring of offensive coordinator Jason Garrett was a good move by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Week. Les Bowen of the Philadelphia Daily News says Westbrook, who routinely misses practices during the season, doesn't need to practice to be good on Sundays.
Washington Redskins fullback Mike Sellers appreciates the second chance he got in the NFL.
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress missed practice on Wednesday. Burress was visiting an orthopedist in North Carolina.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning is the 13th most powerful person in sports.
Colts linebacker Rob Morris plans be in the lineup after missing the last two weeks with an abdominal injury.
Houston Texans rookie defensive tackle Amobi Okoye is only 20 years old, but leads all rookies with three sacks.
Defending the run is part of the job responsibilities for the Tennessee Titans cornerbacks.
As soon as he's over his strained oblique, Minnesota Vikings running back Chester Taylor will regain his starting job over rookie Adrian Peterson.
It's been eight years since Brett Favre failed to throw a touchdown pass in his annual visit to the Metrodome.
On Wednesday, Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher playfully brought up a prediction made by Detriot Lions wide receiver Roy Williams before their first meeting last season.
Speaking of Roy Williams, based on his comments on WDFN-AM (1130), from now on he might want to check the pizzas he orders for hidden substances.
Cleveland Browns tight Sergeant Winslow intends to play this week despite a dislocated shoulder.
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Jamal Lewis has made the transition from friend to foe.
The Cincinnati Bengals released cornerback Keiwan Ratliff.
Why are the Pittsburgh Steelers are 3-0?
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward remains doubtful for Sunday.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Javon Walker had an MRI on his right knee.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Josh McCown has a fractured big toe, which makes Daunte Culpepper the likely starter this Sunday for the Silver & Black.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Donnie Edwards is returning to San Diego to face the team he led in tackles in each of the last five years.
The New Orleans Saints need the break the bye week provides.
The return of Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Rod Coleman remains uncertain after he had some discomfort in his knee after going through running drills over the weekend.
Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall was docked $100K and won't start Sunday against the Houston Texans as punishment for his on-field meltdown last Sunday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Michael Clayton understands why he was pulled from Sunday's game. Apparently, Clayton had his head up a certain body part and Jon Gruden politely asked him to remove it from that orifice.
David "The Glove" Carr will probably be the Carolina Panthers starting quarterback at home this Sunday against Tampa Bay.
In Kent Somers' Arizona Cardinals notebook in The Arizona Republic, we learn that quarterback Matt Leinart remains confident and wide receiver Anquan Boldin and right tackle Levi Brown missed practice on Wednesday.
St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson blames the poor field conditions in Tampa as the reason for his partially torn groin.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Darrell Jackson got a new haircut. Did he want to look good for when his former teammates in Seattle come to town this weekend? Nah, he just wanted his helmet to fit better.
The Seattle Post Intelligencer and the Seattle Times lead their Seahawks coverage with articles about former wide receiver Darrell Jackson.
For forcing the fumble that iced the Seahawks win last week over the Cincinnati Bengals, Seattle Seahawks reserve linebacker Lance Laury was named the NFC's Special Teams Player of the Week.
New England Patriots running back Laurence Maroney hopes to repeat the breakout performance he had last year against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week for Week 3.
Miami Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas returned to the practice field after missing last week's game with a concussion.
The New York Jets were singing the praises of this week's opponent, the 0-3 Buffalo Bills.
The Fort-Worth Star-Telegram reports that Dallas Cowboys linebacker Greg Ellis could return this week.
The hiring of offensive coordinator Jason Garrett was a good move by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Week. Les Bowen of the Philadelphia Daily News says Westbrook, who routinely misses practices during the season, doesn't need to practice to be good on Sundays.
Washington Redskins fullback Mike Sellers appreciates the second chance he got in the NFL.
New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress missed practice on Wednesday. Burress was visiting an orthopedist in North Carolina.
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning is the 13th most powerful person in sports.
Colts linebacker Rob Morris plans be in the lineup after missing the last two weeks with an abdominal injury.
Houston Texans rookie defensive tackle Amobi Okoye is only 20 years old, but leads all rookies with three sacks.
Defending the run is part of the job responsibilities for the Tennessee Titans cornerbacks.
As soon as he's over his strained oblique, Minnesota Vikings running back Chester Taylor will regain his starting job over rookie Adrian Peterson.
It's been eight years since Brett Favre failed to throw a touchdown pass in his annual visit to the Metrodome.
On Wednesday, Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher playfully brought up a prediction made by Detriot Lions wide receiver Roy Williams before their first meeting last season.
Speaking of Roy Williams, based on his comments on WDFN-AM (1130), from now on he might want to check the pizzas he orders for hidden substances.
Cleveland Browns tight Sergeant Winslow intends to play this week despite a dislocated shoulder.
Former Baltimore Ravens running back Jamal Lewis has made the transition from friend to foe.
The Cincinnati Bengals released cornerback Keiwan Ratliff.
Why are the Pittsburgh Steelers are 3-0?
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward remains doubtful for Sunday.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Javon Walker had an MRI on his right knee.
Oakland Raiders quarterback Josh McCown has a fractured big toe, which makes Daunte Culpepper the likely starter this Sunday for the Silver & Black.
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Donnie Edwards is returning to San Diego to face the team he led in tackles in each of the last five years.
The New Orleans Saints need the break the bye week provides.
The return of Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Rod Coleman remains uncertain after he had some discomfort in his knee after going through running drills over the weekend.
Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall was docked $100K and won't start Sunday against the Houston Texans as punishment for his on-field meltdown last Sunday.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Michael Clayton understands why he was pulled from Sunday's game. Apparently, Clayton had his head up a certain body part and Jon Gruden politely asked him to remove it from that orifice.
David "The Glove" Carr will probably be the Carolina Panthers starting quarterback at home this Sunday against Tampa Bay.
In Kent Somers' Arizona Cardinals notebook in The Arizona Republic, we learn that quarterback Matt Leinart remains confident and wide receiver Anquan Boldin and right tackle Levi Brown missed practice on Wednesday.
St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson blames the poor field conditions in Tampa as the reason for his partially torn groin.
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Darrell Jackson got a new haircut. Did he want to look good for when his former teammates in Seattle come to town this weekend? Nah, he just wanted his helmet to fit better.
The Seattle Post Intelligencer and the Seattle Times lead their Seahawks coverage with articles about former wide receiver Darrell Jackson.
For forcing the fumble that iced the Seahawks win last week over the Cincinnati Bengals, Seattle Seahawks reserve linebacker Lance Laury was named the NFC's Special Teams Player of the Week.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
NFL News and Notes - September 26th, 2007
It's no surprise that Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith opted to bench the struggling Rex Grossman.
When the Bears go to Detroit this Sunday, their defense could be without as many as seven starters from the opening day lineup.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver is a YAC master.
Detroit Lions offensive lineman Jeff Backus could miss the first game of his football playing career, dating back to high school, this Sunday against Chicago.
The Tom Brady-to-Randy Moss combination is off to a pretty good start.
Ethan Skolnick of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel asks Miami Dolphins fans to avoid hitting rookie quarterback John Beck with a pitchfork when they're storming the castle.
Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis is trying to revive his career.
This article about the nicknames of the Baltimore Ravens in the Baltimore Sun signifies that Tuesday is indeed an off-day in the NFL.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Rudi Johnson could miss Monday night's game against New England.
Apparently the retractable roof on University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona is useless.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware relieved some pressure by getting his first sacks of the season on Sunday.
Arthur Staple of Newsday writes that New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck has to be on the field as much as possible.
The Philadelphia Eagles have been sack happy this year.
Injuries have hampered the Houston Texans ground game.
The Indianapolis Colts are chick magnets.
Why have the Carolina Panthers struggled when playing at home?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers strong safety Jermaine Phillips has been a driving force of the resurgent Buccaneers defense.
Joe Posnanski of the Kansas City Star explains what's wrong with the Kansas City Chiefs offense.
Denver Broncos diminutive defensive end Elvis Dumervil continues to prove his doubters wrong.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner will continue to run the Cardinals' "no-huddle" offense.
The Chiefs aren't the only Missouri-based team struggling on offense.
How long can San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trent Dilfer remain in his backup role? "Forever".
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander may smile a lot, but he is football tough.
When the Bears go to Detroit this Sunday, their defense could be without as many as seven starters from the opening day lineup.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Donald Driver is a YAC master.
Detroit Lions offensive lineman Jeff Backus could miss the first game of his football playing career, dating back to high school, this Sunday against Chicago.
The Tom Brady-to-Randy Moss combination is off to a pretty good start.
Ethan Skolnick of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel asks Miami Dolphins fans to avoid hitting rookie quarterback John Beck with a pitchfork when they're storming the castle.
Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis is trying to revive his career.
This article about the nicknames of the Baltimore Ravens in the Baltimore Sun signifies that Tuesday is indeed an off-day in the NFL.
Cincinnati Bengals running back Rudi Johnson could miss Monday night's game against New England.
Apparently the retractable roof on University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona is useless.
Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware relieved some pressure by getting his first sacks of the season on Sunday.
Arthur Staple of Newsday writes that New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck has to be on the field as much as possible.
The Philadelphia Eagles have been sack happy this year.
Injuries have hampered the Houston Texans ground game.
The Indianapolis Colts are chick magnets.
Why have the Carolina Panthers struggled when playing at home?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers strong safety Jermaine Phillips has been a driving force of the resurgent Buccaneers defense.
Joe Posnanski of the Kansas City Star explains what's wrong with the Kansas City Chiefs offense.
Denver Broncos diminutive defensive end Elvis Dumervil continues to prove his doubters wrong.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner will continue to run the Cardinals' "no-huddle" offense.
The Chiefs aren't the only Missouri-based team struggling on offense.
How long can San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trent Dilfer remain in his backup role? "Forever".
Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander may smile a lot, but he is football tough.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
NFL News and Notes - September 25th, 2007
The Tennessee Titans used their time on a national stage to show that they are contenders in the AFC.
Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck had a huge night.
According to John DeShazier of The Times-Picayune, to call what New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is in a slump would be an understatement.
It appears that the Saints will be without running back Deuce McAllister for awhile. (ESPN's Ed Werder reported overnight that McAllister has a torn ACL and will miss the year. The team has not made an official announcement.)
Around the NFL
St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Dallas, but Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that this is most likely a 2-3 week injury.
Meanwhile, Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander will be playing with a cracked bone in his wrist.
San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis will miss next week's game against the Seahawks with a sprained MCL in his right knee.
More questions than answers remain in regards to the quarterback situation for the Arizona Cardinals.
Buffalo Bills quarterback JP Losman will miss at least two weeks with a sprained MCL. The team has signed free agent quarterback Craig Nall.
New England Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork expects to be fined for his low (and late) hit on Bills quarterback JP Losman, but bristles at the notion that he's a dirty player. (I saw this play on TV, and while I haven't seen enough of him to classify Wilfork as a "dirty" player, it was a dirty play. If you didn't see it, Wilfork, a 325-pound nose tackle, dove elbow-first like "Macho Man" Randy Savage into Losman's left knee long after Losman had released the ball. The Patriots were penalized 15 yards for the hit.)
New York Jets running back Thomas Jones gets stronger as the game goes on.
After another poor performance by the special teams, Miami Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron is making every player available for special teams duty.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips isn't particularly fond of his nickname.
There are some similarities between this year's New York Giants team and last year's Giants team when it comes to their records and remaining schedule after Week 3.
Philadelphia Eagles second-year defensive tackle Broderick Bunkley is playing with more confidence.
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook is day-to-day with an abdominal strain.
Washington Redskins head coach Joe Gibbs defended the clock management and play-calling in the final two minutes against the Giants.
The bye week comes at a good time for the Redskins' walking wounded.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson is frustrated.
The Chiefs play-by-play man has an interesting nickname for Johnson.
Denver Broncos safety John Lynch may need a few weeks to heal, but quarterback Jay Cutler is expected to play this week.
The Oakland Raiders activated rookie quarterback JaMarcus Russell on Monday.
San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson spent his Monday downplaying the sideline argument he had on Sunday with quarterback Philip Rivers.
With all the talk in Chicago focusing on the status of Bears quarterback Rex Grossman, the team could be without a trio of key defenders when they travel to face the Detroit Lions next Sunday.
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Calvin Johnson is day-to-day with a back injury.
Drew Sharp of the Detroit Free Pass still doesn't understand why the Lions exposed quarterback Jon Kitna to injury when they trailed by 35 points in the 4th quarter.
In this Minnesota Vikings notebook in the Star Tribune, the starting quarterback this week for the Vikings is still up in the air and rookie running back Adrian Peterson gets a new nickname.
The Green Bay Packers are going to stick with what's working on offense.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard is displaying the leadership abilities that justified the decision of Jack Del Rio to name him starter.
In the last 6 seasons, the Indianapolis Colts have been the NFL's best team in September.
Colts rookie left tackle Tony Ugoh has held his own thus far.
Houston Texans center Steve McKinney has a torn ACL and will miss the rest of the season.
Texans defensive end Cedric Killings fractured the C-4 vertebra in his neck on Sunday.
The Baltimore Ravens may have won back-to-back games, but they don't have much momentum.
Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette sets the stage for this week's "Family Feud" when three of the four finalists for the Pittsburgh Steelers head coaching job square off in Arizona on Sunday.
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward says his right knee is fine.
In their last 16 games dating back to last October 1st, the Cincinnati Bengals are 6-10.
Some changes are coming for the Cleveland Browns' 31st-ranked defense.
Bruised ribs and a lost fumble hasn't cost Cadillac Williams his role as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' primary running back.
Tom Sorensen of the Charlotte Observer writes that Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers is a great athlete, but not a great football player.
Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme is "day-to-day" with a strained elbow.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Bobby Petrino promises he'll suspend or fine cornerback DeAngelo Hall.
For Jeff Schultz of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, the punishment Petrino dishes out "will define his tenure".
That's slightly over the top for my taste, but that's beside the point. I wouldn't know the first thing about running a franchise, but I can imagine that getting players who are bigger, stronger, faster and make more money than you do to respect your authority.
It's important to keep in mind that this is Petrino's first NFL head coaching job. He came from a successful stint at a smaller school (Louisville) and he needs to demonstrate that he has a firm grip on this team.
Happy 32nd Birthday, Matt Hasselbeck.
Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck had a huge night.
According to John DeShazier of The Times-Picayune, to call what New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees is in a slump would be an understatement.
It appears that the Saints will be without running back Deuce McAllister for awhile. (ESPN's Ed Werder reported overnight that McAllister has a torn ACL and will miss the year. The team has not made an official announcement.)
Around the NFL
St. Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Dallas, but Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that this is most likely a 2-3 week injury.
Meanwhile, Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander will be playing with a cracked bone in his wrist.
San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis will miss next week's game against the Seahawks with a sprained MCL in his right knee.
More questions than answers remain in regards to the quarterback situation for the Arizona Cardinals.
Buffalo Bills quarterback JP Losman will miss at least two weeks with a sprained MCL. The team has signed free agent quarterback Craig Nall.
New England Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork expects to be fined for his low (and late) hit on Bills quarterback JP Losman, but bristles at the notion that he's a dirty player. (I saw this play on TV, and while I haven't seen enough of him to classify Wilfork as a "dirty" player, it was a dirty play. If you didn't see it, Wilfork, a 325-pound nose tackle, dove elbow-first like "Macho Man" Randy Savage into Losman's left knee long after Losman had released the ball. The Patriots were penalized 15 yards for the hit.)
New York Jets running back Thomas Jones gets stronger as the game goes on.
After another poor performance by the special teams, Miami Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron is making every player available for special teams duty.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips isn't particularly fond of his nickname.
There are some similarities between this year's New York Giants team and last year's Giants team when it comes to their records and remaining schedule after Week 3.
Philadelphia Eagles second-year defensive tackle Broderick Bunkley is playing with more confidence.
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook is day-to-day with an abdominal strain.
Washington Redskins head coach Joe Gibbs defended the clock management and play-calling in the final two minutes against the Giants.
The bye week comes at a good time for the Redskins' walking wounded.
Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson is frustrated.
The Chiefs play-by-play man has an interesting nickname for Johnson.
Denver Broncos safety John Lynch may need a few weeks to heal, but quarterback Jay Cutler is expected to play this week.
The Oakland Raiders activated rookie quarterback JaMarcus Russell on Monday.
San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson spent his Monday downplaying the sideline argument he had on Sunday with quarterback Philip Rivers.
With all the talk in Chicago focusing on the status of Bears quarterback Rex Grossman, the team could be without a trio of key defenders when they travel to face the Detroit Lions next Sunday.
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver Calvin Johnson is day-to-day with a back injury.
Drew Sharp of the Detroit Free Pass still doesn't understand why the Lions exposed quarterback Jon Kitna to injury when they trailed by 35 points in the 4th quarter.
In this Minnesota Vikings notebook in the Star Tribune, the starting quarterback this week for the Vikings is still up in the air and rookie running back Adrian Peterson gets a new nickname.
The Green Bay Packers are going to stick with what's working on offense.
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback David Garrard is displaying the leadership abilities that justified the decision of Jack Del Rio to name him starter.
In the last 6 seasons, the Indianapolis Colts have been the NFL's best team in September.
Colts rookie left tackle Tony Ugoh has held his own thus far.
Houston Texans center Steve McKinney has a torn ACL and will miss the rest of the season.
Texans defensive end Cedric Killings fractured the C-4 vertebra in his neck on Sunday.
The Baltimore Ravens may have won back-to-back games, but they don't have much momentum.
Ed Bouchette of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette sets the stage for this week's "Family Feud" when three of the four finalists for the Pittsburgh Steelers head coaching job square off in Arizona on Sunday.
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward says his right knee is fine.
In their last 16 games dating back to last October 1st, the Cincinnati Bengals are 6-10.
Some changes are coming for the Cleveland Browns' 31st-ranked defense.
Bruised ribs and a lost fumble hasn't cost Cadillac Williams his role as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' primary running back.
Tom Sorensen of the Charlotte Observer writes that Carolina Panthers defensive end Julius Peppers is a great athlete, but not a great football player.
Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme is "day-to-day" with a strained elbow.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Bobby Petrino promises he'll suspend or fine cornerback DeAngelo Hall.
For Jeff Schultz of the Atlanta Journal Constitution, the punishment Petrino dishes out "will define his tenure".
That's slightly over the top for my taste, but that's beside the point. I wouldn't know the first thing about running a franchise, but I can imagine that getting players who are bigger, stronger, faster and make more money than you do to respect your authority.
It's important to keep in mind that this is Petrino's first NFL head coaching job. He came from a successful stint at a smaller school (Louisville) and he needs to demonstrate that he has a firm grip on this team.
Happy 32nd Birthday, Matt Hasselbeck.
Monday, September 24, 2007
NFL News and Notes - The Morning After Edition
It was a record-tying day in Green Bay.
The San Diego Chargers were very impressed with the Packers.
Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson appears frustrated.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb passed perfectly on and off the field on Sunday.
Eagles wide receiver Kevin Curtis had a monster day.
The 56-point outburst by the Eagles offense on the Detroit Lions was likely doubly sweet for the man who dialed it all up.
The Lions hope yesterday was an isolated incident.
A controversial penalty helped the Baltimore Ravens kick the game-winning field goal over the Arizona Cardinals.
Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt juggled his quarterbacks on Sunday, but insists Matt Leinart will start against the Pittsburgh Steelers next week.
Mike Preston of the Baltimore Sun calls the Ravens quarterbacks "interchangeable". (Is that an insult to Steve McNair or a compliment for Kyle Boller?)
It was a scary moment at Reliant Stadium when Houston Texans defensive end Cedric Killings was removed on a stretcher, but was laughing and moving in the hospital after the game.
With back-to-back divisional road wins, the Indianapolis Colts have reasserted their AFC South dominance.
Texans wide receiver Jacoby Jones, filling in for injured Pro Bowler Andre Johnson, will miss a few weeks with a separated shoulder.
Trading for wide receiver Randy Moss has worked out thus far for the New England Patriots; As has the trade for wide receiver/punt returner Wes Welker.
Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel made his first start of the 2007 season and snagged his first interception.
The Buffalo Bills continue to be hit hard by injuries. On Sunday, they lost quarterback JP Losman for a few weeks with a knee sprain, and rookie linebacker Paul Posluszny for what appears to be the season with a broken forearm.
The Patriots effectively shut down Bills wide receiver Lee Evans.
The St. Louis Rams lost again, but at least their consistent.
Bryan Burwell of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch calls the Rams "predictable"; His colleague Jeff Gordon writes that it's time to for the Rams to "blow up its offense and start over again".
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense had a dominating performance.
Buccaneers head coach Jon Gruden sat a pair of his fumble prone players down the stretch.
Miami Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown was a workhorse in Miami's 31-28 loss.
"I suck right now", is how Dolphins defensive end Jason Taylor summarizes his play.
With 110 yards against the Dolphins, New York Jets running back Thomas Jones began to earn that $20 million dollar contract the Jets gave him in the off-season.
Jets fans actually cheered for quarterback Chad Pennington before the game.
The San Francisco 49ers offense finally showed some signs of life.
The explanation by referee Gerald Austin on an important replay left the 49ers stunned.
The Pittsburgh Steelers were efficient in disposing of the 49ers.
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward will have an MRI today on his knee.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson was inconsistent all day and turned the ball over three times in the first half.
The play of Browns rookie cornerback Eric Wright could make him a spectator next week.
The Oakland Raiders used a lesson from Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan to hang on against Cleveland.
Raiders linebacker Kirk Morrison
The San Diego Chargers were very impressed with the Packers.
Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson appears frustrated.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb passed perfectly on and off the field on Sunday.
Eagles wide receiver Kevin Curtis had a monster day.
The 56-point outburst by the Eagles offense on the Detroit Lions was likely doubly sweet for the man who dialed it all up.
The Lions hope yesterday was an isolated incident.
A controversial penalty helped the Baltimore Ravens kick the game-winning field goal over the Arizona Cardinals.
Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt juggled his quarterbacks on Sunday, but insists Matt Leinart will start against the Pittsburgh Steelers next week.
Mike Preston of the Baltimore Sun calls the Ravens quarterbacks "interchangeable". (Is that an insult to Steve McNair or a compliment for Kyle Boller?)
It was a scary moment at Reliant Stadium when Houston Texans defensive end Cedric Killings was removed on a stretcher, but was laughing and moving in the hospital after the game.
With back-to-back divisional road wins, the Indianapolis Colts have reasserted their AFC South dominance.
Texans wide receiver Jacoby Jones, filling in for injured Pro Bowler Andre Johnson, will miss a few weeks with a separated shoulder.
Trading for wide receiver Randy Moss has worked out thus far for the New England Patriots; As has the trade for wide receiver/punt returner Wes Welker.
Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel made his first start of the 2007 season and snagged his first interception.
The Buffalo Bills continue to be hit hard by injuries. On Sunday, they lost quarterback JP Losman for a few weeks with a knee sprain, and rookie linebacker Paul Posluszny for what appears to be the season with a broken forearm.
The Patriots effectively shut down Bills wide receiver Lee Evans.
The St. Louis Rams lost again, but at least their consistent.
Bryan Burwell of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch calls the Rams "predictable"; His colleague Jeff Gordon writes that it's time to for the Rams to "blow up its offense and start over again".
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense had a dominating performance.
Buccaneers head coach Jon Gruden sat a pair of his fumble prone players down the stretch.
Miami Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown was a workhorse in Miami's 31-28 loss.
"I suck right now", is how Dolphins defensive end Jason Taylor summarizes his play.
With 110 yards against the Dolphins, New York Jets running back Thomas Jones began to earn that $20 million dollar contract the Jets gave him in the off-season.
Jets fans actually cheered for quarterback Chad Pennington before the game.
The San Francisco 49ers offense finally showed some signs of life.
The explanation by referee Gerald Austin on an important replay left the 49ers stunned.
The Pittsburgh Steelers were efficient in disposing of the 49ers.
Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward will have an MRI today on his knee.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson was inconsistent all day and turned the ball over three times in the first half.
The play of Browns rookie cornerback Eric Wright could make him a spectator next week.
The Oakland Raiders used a lesson from Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan to hang on against Cleveland.
Raiders linebacker Kirk Morrison