Saturday, November 07, 2009

NFL News and Notes - November 7, 2009

Here's today's spin around the NFL.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady doesn't think he influences the officials.

Miami Dolphins safety Gibril Wilson isn't worried about being replaced by rookie Chris Clemons.

New York Jets first-round quarterback Mark Sanchez discussed what it's like dealing with the New York media.

The Cincinnati Bengals avoided a local television blackout.

Cleveland Browns head coach Eric Mangini didn't see eye-to-eye with his hand-picked general manager on personnel matters.

Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Chris Chester has cemented his status as the team's starting right guard.

The Pittsburgh Steelers no-huddle offense is fun, but flawed, writes Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Houston Texans wide receiver Kevin Walter could play a larger role in the offense with Owen Daniels' injury.

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Jack Del Rio said cornerback Rashead Mathis and first-round offensive tackle Eugene Monroe will start Sunday against Kansas City.

Tennessee Titans center Kevin Mawae responded to comments made by NBC analyst Rodney Harrison.

The Indianapolis Colts' secondary took two hits this week, losing safety Bob Sanders for the year and cornerback Kelvin Hayden for a month.

35-year old cornerback Ty Law signed with the Denver Broncos.

With Jarrad Page out for the year, the Kansas City Chiefs need safety DaJuan Morgan to mature quickly.

Kevin Acee of the San Diego Union-Tribune sat down for an exclusive interview with San Diego Chargers linebacker Shawne Merriman.

Jerry McDonald of the Contra Costa Times explains why Jon Gruden won't be the Oakland Raiders head coach in 2010.

Despite a three-game losing streak, the San Francisco 49ers are upbeat.

Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Sean Locklear could play this Sunday.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt thinks their 32nd-ranked run offense is making progress.

The right side of the Atlanta Falcons offensive line has been challenged.

Carolina Panthers kicker John Kasay's availability for this Sunday is unknown.

The merits of a $2,000 mouthpiece is being debated in the New Orleans Saints' locker room.

Tampa Bay Bucaneers safety Tanard Jackson's four-game suspension has forced a shift in his priorities.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester expects to play on Sunday.

Detroit Lions linebackers Ernie Sims and DeAndre Levy will continue to rotate at right outside linebacker.

Green Bay Packers guard Josh Sitton has been the team's best offensive lineman this season.

SavetheVikes.org is pushing for the Minnesota legislature to consider stadium legislation.

Dallas Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips likes how his special teams units have been playing.

New York Giants safety C.C. Brown has been removed from the starting lineup.

Several Philadelphia Eagles rookies will get their first taste of the rivalry with the Dallas Cowboys tomorrow night.

The Washington Redskins signed punter Sam Paulescu on Friday.

Today's NFL birthdays: Falcons linebacker Coy Wire (31), Broncos practice squad Domonique Johnson (24), Patriots running back Chris Taylor (26), Saints practice squad wide receiver Adrian Arrington (24), and Raiders wide receiver Chaz Schilens (24).

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