Monday, October 4, 2010

5 Good Things



Bears' worst fears for Cutler, offensive line are realized
National Football Post
The Chicago Bears pulled Jay Cutler out the team's first preseason game at San Diego after the first series because of fears the quarterback would be injured the in face of the Chargers' intense pressure. Cutler made it out of that night fine but those ...
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Donovan McNabb Showed That He's Still a Winner
FanHouse
Donovan McNabb had played 48 games from start to finish at Lincoln Financial Field before Sunday. It had been the scene of his greatest triumph, the 2004 NFC championship game victory over Atlanta, and his worst disappointment, ...
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Ben Roethlisberger set to return
ESPN
By James Walker PITTSBURGH -- Steelers starting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will rejoin his team on Monday following the completion of his four-game suspension for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy. ESPN.com's James Walker writes about all ...
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Panthers' Steve Smith after injuring ankle: 'It hurts to walk'
USA Today
Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's loss at New Orleans that could threaten his availability for next week's game against the Chicago Bears. Smith was wearing an air cast after the Panthers fell to 0-4 with a 16-14 ...
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Week 4 Wrap Up: Tennessee Titans
FanHouse
The storyline: The Titans, given an opportunity to win against a sub-.500 team, couldn't hold a late lead, allowing Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton to throw for 341 yards and two touchdowns in a come-from-behind Denver victory at LP Field in Nashville. ...
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Smith: Tomlinson answers age-old question
New York Daily News
ORCHARD PARK - When LaDainain Tomlinson sat down with Rex Ryan during the offseason to talk about joining Gang Green, his role with the team was never clearly defined. "He really didn't say. He said you earn your role on this team," Tomlinson said. ...
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Week 4 Wrap Up: Indianapolis Colts
FanHouse
The storyline: The Colts, with a chance to remain in a first-place tie with the Houston Texans, rallied three times from seven-point deficits but lost to the struggling Jaguars 31-28, when kicker Josh Scobee kicked a 59-yard field goal for Jacksonville ...
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Knicks Practice in Paris Amid Terror Warnings
ABC News
AP The New York Knicks are practicing as scheduled in Paris despite warnings of a possible terrorist attack in Europe. The Knicks play the second game of their preseason tour Wednesday, facing the Minnesota Timberwolves. New York played its exhibition ...
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Nuggetpalooza's Gameday Preview: Pats at Dolphins
WEEI.com
By Gary Marbry * - New England has been outscored in the second half of their last 6 road games (by a total of 52 points). The Pats have outscored their foes in the second half in just 2 of their last 11 games overall. * - The Patriots appear to be ...
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Clinton Portis says he heard his groin pop
msnbc.com
Clinton Portis said he heard his left groin pop in the third quarter of Sunday's win over the Eagles. Portis immediately went to the trainer's table, stretched himself out and then came back in for the first drive of the fourth quarter. ...
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Antonetti named GM with Tribe, Shapiro becomes club president
MiamiHerald.com
By Sports Network The Cleveland Indians announced the transfer of power on Monday, as Chris Antonetti was installed as the club's general manager and Mark Shapiro became club president, to complete a process three years in the making. ...
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Poulter defeats Kuchar 5&4 in Ryder singles
msnbc.com
Ian Poulter soundly defeated Matt Kuchar in singles play on Monday by a score of 5&4 at the Ryder Cup. Poulter went 2up on Kuchar after Poulter birdied the 3rd and 5th holes and he enjoyed that lead into the turn. On the back nine, Poulter won the ...
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Why the Twins will win - and lose
USA Today
The Twins will beat the Yankees for the first time in the postseason because they will have home-field advantage with deep pitching, Jim Thome and an offense that knows how to score runs without the long ball. The Twins will bring their deepest lineup ...
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Rams on win streak for first time in two seasons
Seattle Times
Late in the first half, Sam Bradford had his rookie moment. After throwing an interception in the end zone, the No. 1 pick left the field in dismay, hands on his helmet. By RB FALLSTROM AP Sports Writer Late in the first half, Sam Bradford had his ...
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Johnson returns to familiar place atop standings
Nascar
By David Caraviello, NASCAR.COM KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- Jimmie Johnson began to face questions about a potential fifth consecutive Cup Series championship almost as soon as he settled into his chair in the Kansas Speedway interview room. ...
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Rodgers scores 2 TDs in Oregon State win over ASU
Ultimate Fort Bend
by Joey Ciamacco published October 3, 2010 09:33am Former Lamar Consolidated standout Jacquizz Rodgers rushed for 154 yards and two touchdowns Saturday, leading the Oregon State Beavers to a 31-28 win over Arizona State. Rodgers carried the ball 24 ...
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Lakers have more injury issues with Kobe, Bynum
USA Today
Andrew Bynum and Phil Jackson aren't on the same page when it comes to assessing the Lakers center's recovery from surgery. And adding to Los Angeles' early-season concerns is a forecast that Kobe Bryant won't be at full strength when play begins. ...
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Stricker downs Westwood 2&1 in Ryder Cup
msnbc.com
Steve Stricker on Monday morning defeated Lee Westwood by a score of 2&1 in singles play at the Ryder Cup. Stricker took an early lead at the 3rd hole, but Westwood the rebounded to win the next two holes to take a 1up lead. The match stayed that way ...
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Blanket Coverage: The 'Jump Pass Passing' Edition
FanHouse
6. Boise State at Nevada, Nov. 26: Because both non-AQ schools may still be undefeated, and if so, both will be in the all-important Top 16 (BCS bowl-eligible) in the coaches' poll. 5. Big 12 championship game, Dec. 4: Because unbeaten Nebraska and ...
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Was that it for Jason Varitek in Boston?
WEEI.com
By Mike Petraglia Jason Varitek has never been one to speak about his own accomplishments that much. But what his bosses said following the 2010 season finale spoke volumes about what he has meant to the team, organization and city of Boston since the ...
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Inside The SEC: Alabama, LSU Further Solidify The West's Superiority
SB Nation
1 day ago: TUSCALOOSA AL - OCTOBER 02: Head coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide leads his team onto the field to face the Florida Gators at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 2 2010 in Tuscaloosa Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) By ...
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Ozzie Guillen to return to White Sox in '11
msnbc.com
Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports that Ozzie Guillen will remain as White Sox manager in 2011. Enjoy this article? Help vote it up the 'Vine. Dear customers, thank you for your support of our company. launched a number of new fashion items! ...
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5 Good Things: Cardinals at Chargers
Bolts from the Blue
by John Gennaro on Oct 4, 2010 8:11 AM PDT about 13 hours ago: SAN DIEGO - OCTOBER 03: Running back Ryan Mathews #24 of the San Diego Chargers carries the ball while being pursued by Joey Porter #55 of the Arizona Cardinals in the first quarter at ...
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U-M's Robinson, MSU's Martin earn honors
Detroit Free Press
Michigan sophomore quarterback Denard Robinson is the Big Ten player of the week on offense, and Michigan State junior Keshawn Martin is the special teams player of the week. Robinson accounted for 494 yards of total offense and five touchdowns, ...
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Big 12 Conference News and Notes
9NEWS.com
Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - BAYLOR: The Baylor Bears are 4-1 after Saturday's 55-7 rout of Kansas. Several school records were set in the victory, including a 94-yard touchdown pass from Robert Griffin to Josh Gordon in the second quarter. ...
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Report: Bulls, Joakim Noah Agree On Five-Year, $60 Million Extension
SB Nation
6 months ago: CLEVELAND - APRIL 19: Joakim Noah #13 of the Chicago Bulls reacts after a first quarter foul against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game Two of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2010 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on April ...
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