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Colts short of depth heading into Eagles game

Friday, November 5, 2010

While the Eagles are getting a crop of notable players back from injury this weekend, including quarterback Michael Vick, wide receiver DeSean Jackson, and offensive tackle Jason Peters, their opponent is seriously limited in depth because of physical detriments. The Colts are surprisingly short on players and are expected to trot onto the Lincoln Financial [...]

San Diego struggling with depth on all fronts

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

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Overcoming injuries is something every team in the NFL has to deal with in the course of a season, but every so often a year comes along like the one the Chargers are suffering through right now, where their roster is stretched to the limits. While it remains to be seen just how many players [...]

Redskins lose Portis to severe groin injury

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

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Lost amid all the hoopla surrounding the Randy Moss trade, Washington received significant news this morning concerning running back Clinton Portis and his injured groin. According to Jason Reid of the Washington Post, the damage suffered Portis in that part of his body is severe, as he has reportedly torn the muscle off the bone, [...]

Injuries take their toll on Browns, Broncos

Friday, September 3, 2010

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Season ending injuries are a fairly normal occurance at this time of year, but for NFL coaches and front offices, they’re never easy to stomach, especially when they happen to their players. Two teams were hit with bad news on that front last night, as multiple running backs went down with severe injuries. The Browns lost [...]

Raiders dodge major bullet with Campbell injury

Monday, August 30, 2010

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After watching starting quarterback Jason Campbell hit the turf hard last weekend against the 49ers, Oakland’s coaching staff and fans alike were probably shaking their heads, wondering what more could go wrong in their attempt to escape the divisional cellar they’ve inhabited throughout most of the decade. Their fears were assuaged though earlier today, as [...]

March of the Eagles; playoffs await for McNabb and Co.

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

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The Philadelphia Eagles clinched a playoff spot with their win last Sunday, but they know they still have work to do. Their running game is currently ranked 19th in the league, and while running backs LeSean McCoy and Leonard Weaver have done an admirable job over the past few weeks, having Brian Westbrook back would [...]

Cowboy curse? Two workers injured in fall

Thursday, December 3, 2009

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The Cubs have the Billy Goat. The Red Sox used to have the Babe. But after another accident earlier today, the Cowboys might be next in line with a curse of their own. Call it the Stadium for short. According to the Associated Press, two workers were on top of the roof of Cowboy Stadium [...]

Rams notes: Injury bug hits hard, Jackson reaches milestone

Monday, November 23, 2009

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8:25 pm: Bulger’s status has been updated, and it doesn’t look good for the Rams. According to the Associated Press, Bulger has fractured his left leg and will miss three to six weeks during his recovery. The Rams have no intention of placing the veteran QB on injured reserve at this point, but given the [...]

Opportunity drill under fire again in Cleveland

Friday, November 13, 2009

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Earlier in the season, Browns head coach Eric Mangini was called onto the carpet so to speak, for his role in the season ending injury rookie RB James Davis suffered during a post-practice “opportunity drill.” Mangini defended the practice, claiming it allowed younger players to show their talent and desire to the coaching staff without [...]

Jones, Williams not in KC with Cowboys

Saturday, October 10, 2009

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According to Josh Looney and Tim McMahon, Dallas travelled to Kansas City this weekend without several key offensive players, including WR Roy Williams and RB Felix Jones. While the Chiefs will still need a fair amount of luck and good fortune to pick up a win tomorrow, this news certainly bodes well for their chances [...]

Quick Hits – Cowboys, Sanchez, Steelers

Sunday, May 3, 2009

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It’s Sunday morning and I can’t sleep any longer. Usually it’s the other way around for me, but no matter… I’ll get a head start on the day instead by hitting up all the news that broke yesterday. Grab yourself a cup of joe and enjoy the links… A tornado-like storm drilled the Cowboys practice [...]