NFL Reinstates Pacman Jones, Part Two

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones has been reinstated by the NFL, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said.

Jones will miss two more games, Sunday's game against San Francisco and the team's Thanksgiving Day game against Seattle.

Jean-Jacques Taylor of the Dallas Morning News writes that thanks to the NFL, Adam Jones has another opportunity to embarrass the NFL, the Cowboys and his own family.

Bengals to Deactive Chad Johnson

For violating an undisclosed team rule, the Cincinnati Bengals will deactivate wide receiver Chad Johnson for tonight's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Solid citizen Chris Henry will start in his stead.

NFC News and Notes

Cowboys rookie running back Felix Jones returned to practice on Wednesday. Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo paid for a homeless man to get into the movies.

The New York Giants secondary views Sunday's game against Arizona as a chance to gain respect. Giants running back Brandon Jacobs expects to play on Sunday.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb is in "Woe is Donovan" mode. Eagles safety Brian Dawkins says he wasn't aware of the overtime rules, either.

Washington Redskins wide receiver Malcolm Kelly may be active on Sunday against Seattle. Redskins running back Clinton Portis expects to play this Sunday. Redskins head coach Jim Zorn addressed the anniversary of Sean Taylor's death.

Chicago Bears wide receiver/return specialist Devin Hester is frustrated. Bears guard Terrence Metcalf's four-game drug suspension is over.

Saginaw, Michigan native and NFL safety Stuart Schweigart signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Lions. Lions head coach Rod Marinelli says the team should've signed quarterback Daunte Culpepper earlier.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Al Harris has played inspired football since returning from a spleen injury. Packers wide receiver Donald Driver's father was involved in a run-in with the Houston police department.

Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Pat and Kevin Williams will meet with the NFL today to appeal their four-game suspensions. Vikings tackle Artis Hicks will replace Ryan Cook at right tackle. Former Vikings wide receiver Troy Williamsons wants to "duke it out" with head coach Brad Childress at midfield.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White missed practice on Wednesday. The Falcons are confident they can solve whatever the Carolina Panthers run defense throws at them.

Carolina Panthers guard Jeremy Bridges has an irregular heartbeat, and has quit chewing tobacco, which may have caused it.

New Orleans Saints tight end Mark Campbell was placed on injured reserve. The lawyer for three Saints said none of his clients took steroids.

With Earnest Graham landing on injured reserve, the bulk of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers running game falls to Warrick Dunn. The Buccaneers signed running back Noah Herron for depth.

Arizona Cardinals running back Edgerrin James has asked for his release. Dan Bickley of The Arizona Republic writes that James is distracting the team and its fans before the biggest game of the season.

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Patrick Kerney was placed on injured reserve on Wednesday. Original Seahawks quarterback Jim Zorn returns home on Sunday, writes Clare Farnsworth.

St. Louis Rams head coach Jim Haslett wants his players to get back to the physical style of play they had when he took over as head coach. Haslett also said that quarterback Marc Bulger isn't going anywhere and is hopeful tackle Orlando Pace will return soon.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Shaun Hill is a gamer, writes Gwen Knapp of the San Francisco Chronicle. 49ers rookie guard Chilo Rachal is expected to start at right guard against Dallas on Sunday.

AFC News and Notes

New England Patriots linebacker Pierre Woods has stepped in for the injured Adalius Thomas. Patriots running back Kevin Faulk has been emulating Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown during practice this week.

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Josh Reed returned to practice on Wednesday. Bills quarterback Trent Edwards isn't letting his three-interception performance against Cleveland affect his confidence.

Miami Dolphins quarterback Chad Pennington has earned his teammates respect. The Dolphins will switch up their "Wildcat" plays for their second meeting against New England.

New York Jets quarterback Brett Favre's story isn't as good as Kerry Collins', writes Newsday's Shaun Powell. Jets cornerback Ty Law showed little rust last week against New England.

The left side of the Cincinnati Bengals offensive line will miss tonight's game against Pittsburgh. If the Bengals hope to have a chance at winning, they'll need to stop Willie Parker.

Cleveland Browns running back Jamal Lewis is on pace to eclipse his 1,300-yard season from 2007. Browns quarterback Brady Quinn has a fracture in his right index finger, but isn't expected to miss any time.

The Baltimore Ravens defensders are wary of Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb's scrambling ability. Ravens cornerback Samari Rolle says he'll play on Sunday.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebackers James Harrison and LaMarr Woodley would love to fatten their sack totals against the Bengals tonight. Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette previews tonight's Steelers-Bengals game.

Houston Texans defensive end Earl Cochran was placed on injured reserve. The Texans will bring an 8-game road losing streak with them to Cleveland on Sunday.

Despite his desire to fight his former head coach, Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Troy Williamson will miss Sunday's game with a groin injury. Jaguars center Brad Meester won the team's Ed Block Courage Award and was nominated for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year award.

Tennessee Titans defensive Kyle Vanden Bosch is looking forward to returning to action.

A text messaging system at Lucas Oil Stadium will help the team weed out fans displaying rude behavior. The Colts are expected to have the same offensive line for a 5th straight game on Sunday.

Denver Broncos rookie running back Peyton Hillis is back to the tailback position he played before guys named "McFadden" and "Felix Jones" arrived at Arkansas. Broncos rookie wide receiver Eddie Royal is the team's most versatile player, writes Mike Klis.

Empty seats at Arrowhead Stadium have become the norm. Chiefs linebacker Derrick Johnson appears ready to return to the starting lineup. Chiefs defensive end Turk McBride was placed on injured reserve.

The decision by the San Diego Chargers to stick with head coach Norv Turner was a sound one, writes Nick Canepa of the San Diego Union-Tribune. Chargers wide receiver Buster Davis was placed on injured reserve.

Steve Corkran of The Mercury News writes that the 2008 Oakland Raiders offense looks a lot like the 2006 version. It's been 13 quarters since the Raiders have scored an offensive touchdown.