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C. Williams Injured In Week 13

Scott Petrak, of the Medina County Gazette, reports Cleveland Browns DL Corey Williams (arm) suffered a big cut on his arm in Week 13 after being stepped on by DL Shaun Rogers, but finished the game.

Winslow To Have MRI Monday

Scott Petrak, of the Medina County Gazette, reports Cleveland Browns TE Kellen Winslow (ankle) is having an MRI on his injured ankle Monday, Dec. 1. The team is hoping the injury is not a high ankle sprain.

Romo’s Splint Is Gone

Tim MacMahon, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (finger) practiced Monday, Dec. 1, without the splint that had been protecting his fractured right pinkie.

A. Jones To See Action In Week 14

Tim MacMahon, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Dallas Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips said CB Adam Jones will see time in defensive sub packages and as a punt returner in Week 14. Jones could return kicks in the game, as well.

Concussion Lands Furrey On Injured Reserve

Detroit Lions placed WR Mike Furrey (concussion) on injured reserve, ending his season. After ripping off 98 grabs for Mike Martz in 2006, Furrey’s catch totals have steadily dropped from 68 in 2007 to just 18 this season. While Furrey would be worth the $1.85 million salary he’s due in 2009, a new Lions coaching staff may want to go in another direction.

Jackson Denies Claim That He Has ‘Gassed’

St Louis Rams running back Steven Jackson denied coach Jim Haslett’s post-game claim that “he was gassed” in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss to the Dolphins. “No, I wasn’t gassed,” said Jackson. “I had 21 carries and felt great. So, it wasn’t me and my conditioning. I wish (Haslett) would stop saying that.” S-Jax went on to say that it was “definitely frustrating” to be pulled in the fourth quarter of a close game and that he didn’t understand the move.

Burress Turns Himself In To NYC Authorities

New York Giants WR Plaxico Burress turned himself in to New York City police early Monday morning. Burress reportedly walked ably and without crutches as he made his way inside the station. He did not acknowledge members of the media, nor did he respond to a shout of “Plaxico!” Burress is expected to plead not guilty to charges of criminal possession of a firearm and reckless endangerment, both felonies.

Bears NT Dvoracek Likely Lost For The Season

Bears coach Lovie Smith described NT Dusty Dvoracek’s arm injury as “serious” in his post-game press conference Sunday. According to the Chicago Sun Times, Dvoracek is “likely” lost for the season.

Report: Torry Holt Begged Out Of Game

According to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, there was talk on the sidelines of Torry Holt “begging out” of Sunday’s Dolphins-Rams game. Of course the Miami media has this situation better covered than the St. Louis rags. It’s uncertain why Holt was begging out, but he played without any passion despite being the Rams’ most oft-targeted receiver.

Sanders Out For Week 13

The Associated Press reports Indianapolis Colts S Bob Sanders (knee) will not play during Week 13. He did not make the trip with the team to Cleveland.

Soliai Suspended Again

The Associated Press reports Miami Dolphins backup DT Paul Soliai has been suspended for Week 13 for violation of unspecified team rules. He was suspended once already this season.

Vasher Placed On IR

The Associated Press reports the Chicago Bears have placed CB Nathan Vasher (hand) on season-ending Injured Reserve. He has a fractured hand and an injured thumb.

Knight Placed On IR

The Associated Press reports the New York Giants have placed S Sammy Knight (hip) on season-ending Injured Reserve.

M. Jones Hearing Update

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Matt Jones’ appeal hearing will be heard by the NFL Thursday, Dec. 4, regarding his violation of the league’s substance abuse policy. A ruling isn’t expected until the following week, which means Jones should be able to play in Week 14.

Burress Update

Updating a previous item, John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports New York Giants WR Plaxico Burress (hamstring, leg) suffered an accidental gunshot wound late Friday, Nov. 28, in a club, according to multiple sources. Details of the incident weren’t immediately available, but according to a source the wound was not considered life-threatening. The Giants organization was not commenting on the story.

Burress Accidentally Shoots Self In Leg

Jay Glazer, of FOXSports.com, reports New York Giants WR Plaxico Burress (hamstring) accidentally shot himself in the leg Friday, Nov. 28. Burress spent the night in the hospital and the injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. The team is still trying to gather further information on the incident.

Fletcher Game-Time Decision For Week 13

The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins LB London Fletcher (foot) will be a game-time decision for Week 13. “It’s still up in the air,” Fletcher said. “I’m hopeful that I can play, but right now I couldn’t say definitively. … I’ve had injuries in the past, but I’ve just had to suck it up and deal with it. This one is a different type of injury than I’ve had before.” Fletcher has not missed a game in his 11-year NFL career, a streak of 171 games, including 130 starts.

Romo May Remove Splint For Week 14

Tim Cowlishaw, of The Dallas Morning News, reports Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (finger) said he did not think he would be wearing the splint on his right pinkie finger in the team’s Week 14 game.

Whitworth Placed On IR

The Cincinnati Bengals announced Friday, Nov. 28, that they have placed OG Andrew Whitworth (ankle) on Injured Reserve.

Team Rushes For Close To 300 Yards In Week 13

ESPN.com reports the Tennessee Titans rushed for 292 yards in the team’s Week 13 game.

Warner Has Streak Snapped In Week 13

ESPN.com reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner had his streak of five straight 300-yard passing games snapped in Week 13. Warner threw for 235 yards in the game.

Westbrook Makes History In Week 13

ESPN.com reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook became only the fourth player in NFL history in Week 13 to score two rushing touchdowns, two receiving touchdowns and have 100-plus yards rushing in a game.

Jean-Gilles Breaks Ankle, Out For Year

The Associated Press reports Philadelphia Eagles OG Max Jean-Gilles (ankle) left the team’s Week 13 game with a broken ankle and is out for the year. He was replaced by OL Nick Cole in the game.

Fitzgerald Catches Two Touchdowns In Week 13

The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald caught five passes for 65 yards with two touchdowns during the team’s Week 13 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Warner Solid In Week 13

The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner was 21-for-39 for 235 yards with three touchdown passes and three interceptions during the team’s Week 13 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Marion Barber Suffers Disclocated Pinkie Toe

Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber suffered a dislocated pinkie toe Thursday. The Cowboys don’t believe it is serious. The year of the pinkie in Dallas. “I’m optimistic about both of them,” Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said after the game, referring to Barber and DeMarcus Ware, who had a minor knee injury. “They’re thumbs up.”

DeMarcus Ware Leaves After Three Sacks

Dallas Cowboys OLB DeMarcus Ware left Thursday’s game in the third quarter with an apparent right knee injury after he recorded three sacks. He won’t return. He was walking, joking, and did post-game interviews, so the injury doesn’t appear too serious. Ware took the NFL lead with 15 sacks on the season, beating Walter Jones twice and Sean Locklear with an impressive array of moves.

By Laura Healy

On Sunday afternoon the crowd at the University of Phoenix Stadium looked forward to the Arizona Cardinals meeting the best team in football, the New York Giants. The game started out well, with the defense forcing a punt and the offense scoring a field goal after a 6:47 drive. The Giants answered with a touchdown drive. The Cardinals responded with their own touchdown drive. Then things went terribly wrong. [Read more →]

Camarillo To Miss Rest Of Season

ESPNews reports Miami Dolphins WR Greg Camarillo (knee) will miss the rest of the season with a knee injury suffered in Week 12.

McNabb To Start In Week 13

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid said during his press conference Monday, Nov. 24, that QB Donovan McNabb will start the team’s Week 13 game.

Walter Scores In Week 12

Megan Manfull, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans WR Kevin Walter recorded his seventh receiving touchdown of the season in Week 12, ranking him second among AFC wideouts. New England Patriots WR Randy Moss leads with eight receiving touchdowns.

Johnson Reaches 1,000 Yards On The Season

Megan Manfull, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson became the first player in the NFL this season to record 1,000 yards receiving. Johnson’s 116 yards receiving in Week 12 was the first time he topped the 100-yard mark in four weeks.

Taylor Growing Frustrated Over Role In Offense

Cole Pepper, of WOKV.com, reports Jacksonville Jaguars RB Fred Taylor is not happy with his diminishing role within the team’s offense and his frustration has nearly reached the boiling point. “I’m just about at that point, but I have to be a professional. I’ve never been a prima donna,” Taylor said. “It seems as if they’re trying to clear some space. I’m getting older and not getting the same kind of touches or even playing time. It’s not a secret, you can kind of see it going that way.” Taylor added that he will play football next season, although he is not sure if it will be in Jacksonville.

Green Could Miss Time

Megan Manfull, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Ahman Green (knee) is scheduled to have an MRI Monday, Nov. 24, however head coach Gary Kubiak is not optimistic concerning the injury Green suffered in Week 12. “Unfortunately, Ahman is down,” Kubiak said. “It looks like it could be a few weeks, just talking to (head team trainer) Kevin (Bastin).”

By Laura Healy

“Synergy \Syn”er*gy\, n.: the working together of things [offense, defense, special teams, for example] to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects.”

The Arizona Cardinals are 7-3, returning to University of Phoenix Stadium winning the last three against division opponents. [Read more →]

T. Green Throws Four Picks In Week 12

The Associated Press reports St. Louis Rams QB Trent Green was 16-for-30 for 219 yards with four interceptions in Week 12.

Edwards Involved In Four Touchdowns In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Buffalo Bills QB Trent Edwards went 24-for-32 for 273 yards and two touchdowns in the team’s Week 12 game. He also rushed for 38 yards and two touchdowns on six carries.

Vasher Injured In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Chicago Bears CB Nathan Vasher (thumb) left the team’s Week 12 game with a leg injury.

S. Hill Plays Well In Week 12

The Associated Press reports San Francisco 49ers QB Shaun Hill went 21-for-33 for 303 yards, two touchdowns and one interception in the team’s Week 12 game.

Romo Surpasses 300-yard Mark In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo went 23-for-39 for 341 yards and three touchdowns in the team’s Week 12 game.

Forte Scores Twice In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Chicago Bears RB Matt Forte had 20 carries for 132 yard with two touchdowns during the team’s Week 12 game. He also caught two passes for 14 receiving yards.

Orton Throws For 139 yards In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Chicago Bears QB Kyle Orton was 18-for-29 for 139 yards with a touchdown during the team’s Week 12 game. He set a franchise record with 185 consecutive passes without an interception.

Owens Puts Up 213 Yards In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Dallas Cowboys WR Terrell Owens caught seven passes for 213 yards and one touchdown in the team’s Week 12 game.

Culpepper Struggles In Week 12

The Associated Press reports Detroit Lions QB Daunte Culpepper went 8-for-20 for 121 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions in the team’s Week 12 game. He was benched in the third quarter but had to return to the game because of an injury to QB Drew Stanton (concussion).

Jets Backfield Successful Over Titans

Thomas Jones rushed 27 yards for 96 yards and added three receptions for 21 yards and a touchdown to lead the Jets over the Titans in Week 12. Jones and Leon Washington combined for 201 yards and three touchdowns as the Jets used a ball control offense to dominate time of possession. Jones now has three straight games with over 25 rushing attempts and has scored a touchdown in five straight games.

Kubiak: Ahman Will Miss At Least Two Weeks

Houston Texans coach Gary Kubiak expects Ahman Green to miss at least the next two weeks with a left knee injury. Green still has an MRI to undergo on Monday and more damage could be revealed.

Evans Returns To Form In Win

Bills WR Lee Evans caught five passes for 110 yards against the Chiefs in Week 12. A nice bounce-back game after going catchless last Monday night. It was Evans’ fantastic 51-yard grab in double coverage late in the first half that lit a fire under Trent Edwards and the Bills offense.

Cassel Throws For 400 yards, 3 TDs

Patriots QB Matt Cassel completed 30-of-43 passes for 415 yards, three touchdowns and one interception and ran for an eight-yard touchdown in Week 12 against the Dolphins. Cassel tops 400 passing yards in back-to-back games, becoming the first quarterback to do so since Billy Volek in 2004

Owens Frustrated With Team’s Offense

ESPN.com reports Dallas Cowboys WR Terrell Owens said in an interview that aired on the NFL Network Thursday, Nov. 20, he is frustrated by his numbers and the team’s offense this season. According to Owens, if the Cowboys’ goal is to get to the Super Bowl, the team “can’t obtain that championship if I’m not involved in the offense.” Owens added Friday, Nov. 21, that offensive coordinator Jason Garrett’s plan is not flexible, and defenses have caught on to his schemes and how to stop Owens. Head coach Wade Phillips said he did not entirely disagree with Owens’ comments. “In some cases they are true. I’d say us getting him the football is the most important thing because, again, he’s a great player, and we’ve got to get him the ball. And if he’s not getting the ball enough, then it goes back to us.”

Past PFC Radio Guest Ray Edwards Fined $25,000

Chip Scoggins, of the Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Vikings DL Ray Edwards has been fined $25,000 by the NFL for two plays considered unnecessary roughness in Week 11, according to a league spokesman. “In the first quarter, he leg whipped an opponent. In the second quarter, he unnecessarily struck the opposing quarterback late,” the spokesman wrote in an email. Edwards received a roughing-the-passer penalty after hitting Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Jeff Garcia well after he released the ball on an incomplete pass.

A. Jones Can Join Team Monday

The Associated Press reports Dallas Cowboys suspended CB Adam Jones can join the team Monday, Nov. 24, and that he can play again Dec. 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers if he stays on his best behavior. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell issued a statement Friday, Nov. 21, confirming the details of Jones’ return, noting that it can only happen “if he avoids any further incidents and fully complies with each and every condition that has been established for him.” It is believed that he must keep up with the aftercare of the alcohol rehabilitation program he underwent since being suspended Oct. 14.

Goodell Fears Economic Bite May Hit League In 2009

The Associated Press reports NFL commissioner Roger Goodell fears the economic downturn could hit the NFL in early 2009 when tickets for next season go on sale. Goodell said, “There’s no secret on sponsorship, advertising, licensing — those numbers are going to be impacted by the current climate. We’re aware of that. We’re still, unfortunately, in the beginning stages of this. And most of our tickets are sold in the spring. And so ‘09 is going to be more of a barometer of how impactful the economic environment’s going to be on the NFL.”

Beason Fined $5,000

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers LB Jon Beason has been fined $5,000 for grabbing Detroit Lions QB Daunte Culpepper by the facemask in Week 11. A league spokesman said Beason was fined for unnecessary roughness.

Ainge Suspended For Four Games

The Associated Press reports New York Jets QB Erik Ainge has been suspended for four games for violating the league’s policy on steroids and related substances. Ainge will be allowed to rejoin the team Dec. 15.

J. Jones Questionable For Week 12

Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers WR James Jones (knee) was held out of most of the team’s practice Friday, Nov. 21, and he is listed as questionable for Week 12. Jones aggravated the injury in last week’s game and during practice Thursday, Nov. 20.

In just released report, a person identified as confidential witness No. 1 says Vick actually placed family pets in the ring against pit bulls owned by “Bad Newz Kennels” and watched as the animals ruthlessly attacked the domesticated dogs causing “major injuries.” The witness went on to say that Vick “thought it was funny to watch the pit bull dogs injure or kill the other dogs.” A convicted co-defendant in the case said there were times he suggested dogs unwilling to fight be let go, but Vick insisted “they got to go,” meaning they need to be killed. Vick was sentenced to 23 months in prison in Dec. 2007, and is set to be released from the federal prison at Leavenworth, Kan., on July 20, 2009.

By Martin Steger

Still carrying the disappointment of a 30-10 loss to the New York Giants, the Baltimore Ravens will host the Eagles this Sunday. At 6-4, this might not be a must-win game for the Ravens…but it’s pretty close. Fortunately for the Ravens, it’s also doable. [Read more →]

Schweigert Signed By Lions

Nicholas J. Cotsonika, of the Detroit Free Press, reports Detroit Lions have signed free-agent FS Stuart Schweigert (Giants) to a two-year contract. He is expected to contribute on special teams before eventually playing free safety.

Ocho Cinco Deactivated For Game

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Ocho Cinco will be deactivated for tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers for violating a team rule, the Bengals have announced today. The Bengals did not provide details and indicated they would have no further comment until after the game. The league-owned NFL Network, which is carrying tonight’s Bengals-Steelers game from Pittsburgh, reports that Johnson got into a dispute with a member of the Bengals organization Wednesday night and left a team function.

Quinn Has Fractured Finger

The Cleveland Browns have announced that quarterback Brady Quinn has a small fracture of the index finger on his throwing hand but still is expected to play this weekend. Quinn was cleared to play by a hand specialist, Browns Coach Romeo Crennel said at a news conference. The fracture in Quinn’s right index finger was discovered when he underwent an X-ray Wednesday after complaining of soreness, according to the team. The second-year pro has started the Browns’ last two games, including Monday night’s triumph over the Buffalo Bills, after Crennel benched Derek Anderson in favor of the former first-round draft choice.

Controversial Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones will be available to play again on Dec. 7 after being reinstated by the NFL, according to Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.The defensive back was suspended last month for at least four games because of his involvement in what the NFL website described as an alcohol-related physical altercation at a Dallas hotel. Although official comment was not immediately available from the NFL on Wednesday, the team owner said his troubled cornerback would miss two more games and be eligible to play against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Dec. 7.

PFC Titans Writer: Dan Johns

Ten up and ten down; the Titans have defeated every opponent the league has thrown their way in 2008 and have no signs of slowing down.  However, from what you hear, the players and their head coach Jeff Fisher don’t seem to be thinking all that much about perfection.  Their top goals?  To win the AFC South (which seems all but locked-up) that’s now accomplished but a further goal which they now to look to concur would be to earn the AFC’s number 1 seed come post-season, thus having guaranteed two home games in Nashville come January.  Which then only leaves one more goal to set forth after that – winning the Super Bowl.
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Special guests CBSSports.com Jamey Eisenberg and NewsDay.com Jets reporter Erik Boland.

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Dallas Cowboys CB. Adam Jones currently suspended indefinitely, will be notified sometime this week about his status with the NFL. There are many possible ways that NFL commissioner Roger Goodell could decide to go; one would be to have Jones resume practicing with the Cowboys, which the commissioner did for the cornerback last spring. But this is the week that Jones will be notified of where he stands