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Source: Chicago Bears DT Tommie Harris won't be suspended

2009-11-11T15:15:00.003-08:00

The punch Tommie Harris threw Sunday during the Chicago Bears' 41-21 defeat to the Arizona Cardinals will not prevent the defensive tackle from playing Thursday night. ESPNChicago.com Bears blog The latest news from Bears beat reporter Jeff Dickerson. Blog The NFL might fine Harris, but there will be no suspension for punching Cardinals guard Deuce Lutui in the helmet, according to a league

Terrell Owens of Buffalo Bills misses practice with hip strain, status for Sunday unclear

2009-11-11T15:15:00.001-08:00

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- Terrell Owens missed Wednesday's practice because of a hip strain, and his status is unclear for Buffalo's game at Tennessee on Sunday. Owens declined to comment, but was seen walking in the locker room without a limp. Bills coach Dick Jauron said the injury first emerged Tuesday. Owens had practiced Monday without incident, but the next day, the hip began bothering him,

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones won't discuss coach's contract status

2009-11-11T15:14:00.001-08:00

Head coach Wade Phillips has the Dallas Cowboys in first place in the NFC East in November. He does not have job security after January. Phillips' contract expires after this season, although there is a team option for 2010. Owner/general manager Jerry Jones declined to discuss the likelihood of picking up that option. More on the Cowboys Calvin Watkins and Tim MacMahon have the Cowboys

Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris apologizes for punching Arizona Cardinals player

2009-11-10T15:13:00.003-08:00

LAKE FOREST, Ill. -- Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris said he's embarrassed and apologized for punching Arizona Cardinals guard Deuce Lutui in the head early in the Cards' 41-21 win at Soldier Field on Sunday. ESPNChicago.com Bears blog The latest news from Bears beat reporter Jeff Dickerson. Blog "I was embarrassed, especially for my actions," Harris said. "I apologized to him [

Buffalo Bills players mixed in response to talk of Michael Vick as quarterback

2009-11-10T15:13:00.001-08:00

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- The Buffalo Bills went into the bye week with plenty of questions. They emerged Monday with another they couldn't have foreseen. Would Michael Vick be a fit? Vick Vick's adviser, former Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy, revealed on Sunday night the Bills showed interest in acquiring Vick's services after the controversial quarterback served 18 months in federal prison

Sources: Cleveland Browns likely to go with Brady Quinn to start instead of Derek Anderson

2009-11-10T15:12:00.001-08:00

The Browns are not making an official announcement regarding their quarterback situation until Wednesday. But two sources said the team likely will name Brady Quinn the starting quarterback for Monday night's game at Baltimore against the Ravens, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported. Quinn started Cleveland's first three games before coach Eric Mangini switched to Derek Anderson for the

Ty Law signs with Denver Broncos, hopes to play Monday

2009-11-07T21:49:00.001-08:00

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Ty Law spent the first half of the season waiting for the right team to come calling. Now that it has, he doesn't want to waste any more time getting back on the field. Law came out of what he called "semi-retirement" Saturday to join the Denver Broncos and counts on contributing Monday night when the Pittsburgh Steelers bring three wide receivers to Invesco Field who are

Miami Dolphins' Joey Porter on New England Patriots' Tom Brady: 'He got his own rules'

2009-11-07T21:48:00.001-08:00

Joey Porter, never shy with an opinion, thinks that Tom Brady has an extra advantage every week: his own special set of rules. "No question," said Porter, the Miami Dolphins' quotable linebacker, who meets Brady's New England Patriots on Sunday. "When a guy can tell a ref when to throw a flag and he gets it and stuff like that, he got his own rules. They made the whole [rule that you] don't go

Indianapolis Colts lose Marlin Jackson for season; Anthony Gonzalez has surgery, Bob Sanders meets with doctor on elbow

2009-11-06T12:14:00.003-08:00

The injuries are starting to pile up for the undefeated Indianapolis Colts. The team has placed starting cornerback Marlin Jackson on injured reserve, ending his season, and announced that on Thursday, wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez underwent arthroscopic knee surgery. AFC South blog ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky writes about all things AFC South in his division blog. •Blog network: NFL Nation

Oklahoma State wide receiver Dez Bryant will enter NFL draft

2009-11-06T12:14:00.001-08:00

Oklahoma State wide receiver Dez Bryant said Thursday night that he will enter the 2010 NFL draft. Big 12 blog ESPN.com's Tim Griffin writes about all things Big 12 in his conference blog. •Blog network: College Football Nation "I feel this is the best decision for me," Bryant said. "It's what God wants me to do. I'm going to start my training Tuesday in Tampa." Bryant was declared

Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable should be suspended, NOW says

2009-11-06T12:13:00.001-08:00

The National Organization for Women believes Tom Cable should not be coaching the Oakland Raiders while the team investigates allegations that Cable has a history of violent behavior toward women. Cable Cable said Wednesday he has spoken with Raiders owner Al Davis within the past two days and that his job status was not discussed. Cable said he plans to coach the team for the remainder of the

Glen Davis of Boston Celtics wants to try NFL when basketball career is over

2009-11-05T15:25:00.003-08:00

Glen "Big Baby" Davis has no regrets about choosing basketball over football. That's because he's achieved success and a championship with the Boston Celtics -- and also because he doesn't believe his days on the football field are over. Davis, the Celtics' 6-foot-9, 290-pound forward, said he eventually wants to play in the NFL. “ When I become an All-Star in the NBA, when I become a great

Greg Blache, Washington Redskins defensive coordinator says enough Snyder bashing

2009-11-05T15:25:00.001-08:00

ASHBURN, Va. -- Greg Blache is fed up with criticism of Dan Snyder. [+] Enlarge Win McNamee/Getty ImagesRedskins defensive coordinator Greg Blache took offense at John Riggins' criticism. The Washington Redskins' defensive coordinator broke his media silence Thursday to launch a vigorous defense of the team owner, saying, "Enough's enough." Blache said he was moved to speak after reading

Tony Romo: Roy Williams talk will not divide Dallas Cowboys

2009-11-05T15:24:00.003-08:00

IRVING, Texas -- Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo was defiant Thursday, saying that discussions about why wide receiver Roy Williams has such low numbers will not divide his team. Williams only has 14 catches for 249 yards and two touchdowns heading into the Cowboys' game at Philadelphia Sunday night. MacMahon: Wise path Tony Romo had a chance to sound off, but he took the high road Thursday.

Dallas Cowboys receiver Roy Williams unhappy, says he, Tony Romo not on same page

2009-11-05T15:24:00.001-08:00

IRVING, Texas -- Roy Williams remains the Dallas Cowboys' No. 1 receiver, at least in his mind. After putting in a lot of extra offseason work with quarterback Tony Romo, Williams is stunned they haven't made more progress. "It's just not even close," Williams said. "It's not even funny. Not even close." Williams does not believe his poor production accurately portrays his performance. "I'm

Larry Johnson: Fan petition asks Kansas City Chiefs to keep him from setting franchise rushing record

2009-11-05T15:23:00.001-08:00

Embattled Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson is 75 yards from becoming the team's all-time leading rusher. And some Chiefs fans have a problem with that. An online petition started by Chiefs fans asks general manager Scott Pioli to deactivate Johnson and keep him on the sideline so he cannot pass Priest Holmes for the team rushing record, or join the team's Ring of Honor at Arrowhead

Source: New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis out four to six weeks

2009-11-02T15:23:00.003-08:00

When the New Orleans Saints try to slow down Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner on Monday night, they will have to do it without defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis. NFC South blog ESPN.com's Pat Yasinskas writes about all things NFC South in his division blog. •Blog network: NFL Nation Ellis sprained his medial collateral ligament during the Saints' win last week over the Miami

Veteran WR Chris Chambers waived by San Diego Chargers

2009-11-02T15:23:00.001-08:00

The San Diego Chargers have waived veteran wide receiver Chris Chambers. AFC West blog ESPN.com's Bill Williamson writes about all things AFC West in his division blog. •Blog network: NFL Nation Chambers must clear waivers in order to play for another team. Each team will have chance to claim him by 4 p.m. Tuesday. Chargers coach Norv Turner said the Chargers released Chambers because of

Cleveland Browns owner Randy Lerner disgusted with state of team

2009-11-02T15:22:00.003-08:00

CLEVELAND -- Browns owner Randy Lerner says he is "sick" about the state of his NFL team but he will not make a coaching change. In acknowledging the disappointment, Lerner has agreed to meet with two longtime season-ticket holders organizing a protest to show their disgust with the team's decade of losing. An upset Lerner told the Cleveland Plain Dealer and Akron Beacon-Journal on Sunday that

Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook to miss faceoff with New York Giants

2009-11-02T15:22:00.001-08:00

Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was ruled out Sunday against the Giants because of a concussion he suffered last week. Westbrook Philadelphia (4-2) hosts New York (5-2) with first place in the NFC East at stake. Westbrook has only 197 yards rushing this season. He didn't practice all week after he was knocked unconscious in the Eagles' 27-17 win over Washington on Monday night when he

Larry Johnson, Kansas City Chiefs reach settlement

2009-11-02T15:21:00.003-08:00

The Kansas City Chiefs and running back Larry Johnson have agreed to a settlement over his suspension, his agent, Peter Schaffer, said Saturday. Schaffer told The Associated Press that nothing had been signed, but he expected it to be. AFC West blog ESPN.com's Bill Williamson writes about all things AFC West in his division blog. •Blog network: NFL Nation Johnson is still suspended for two

Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable abused them, women say

2009-11-02T15:21:00.001-08:00

Two women, including his former wife and a recent girlfriend, say that Oakland Raiders coach Tom Cable has a history of violent behavior toward women. In separate interviews with ESPN's "Outside the Lines", Sandy Cable and Marie Lutz say that Cable hit them during relationships dating back more than 20 years. Documenting Cable's History •Tom Cable's apology letter to his first wife, Sandy.

Larry Johnson of Kansas City Chiefs to file appeal of suspension Friday; agent, team discussing settlement

2009-10-30T15:11:00.001-07:00

Larry Johnson's appeal of his suspension by the Kansas City Chiefs will be filed on Friday, his agent, Peter Schaffer, told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. The hearing on the suspension, which followed Johnson's criticism of coach Todd Haley on Twitter and twice using a gay slur -- once in a Twitter posting and again in front of reporters -- is expected to be held by Tuesday. Meanwhile, the

Report: Vince Young to start for Tennessee Titans against Jacksonville Jaguars

2009-10-30T15:10:00.001-07:00

Vince Young will start for the winless Tennessee Titans on Sunday when they face the Jacksonville Jaguars at LP Field, according to a report in The (Nashville) Tennessean. AFC South blog ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky writes about all things AFC South in his division blog. •Blog network: NFL Nation Titans coach Jeff Fisher is scheduled to announce after practice Thursday that Young has gotten the

Coach Jeff Fisher to reveal Tennessee Titans' QB plans on Thursday

2009-10-28T14:49:00.003-07:00

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Tennessee Titans coach Jeff Fisher declined to share the snap distribution of his quarterbacks at practice Wednesday, saying he'd reveal his plan for the position Thursday after practice. "I'm not going to discuss the quarterback situation today for competitive reasons but I'll have an answer for you tomorrow," Fisher said. AFC South blog ESPN.com's Paul Kuharsky writes