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NFL: Week 11 Preview
It's a Bruce Springsteen-themed edition of the weekly NFL preview as Mike Nahrstedt takes a look at all 15 NFL games on the weekend slate.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 10 Power Rankings
Neither New Orleans nor Indianapolis is invincible. But neither has been bested, which is why two teams that might yet prove to be superior — Minnesota and Cincinnati — remain behind them in the NFL Power Rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 10 Preview
It's Colts-Patriots week in the NFL, and it's as big as ever. Rob Doster looks at that game and the other 13 that occupy this weekend's docket.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 9 Power Rankings
If not for a two-game hiccup early in the season, the Steelers might be sitting atop these Power Rankings. Especially after their two most recent performances. See where Mike Nahrstedt ranked them and the other 31 teams in his Week 9 NFL Power Rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 8 Power Rankings
During their week off, the Buccaneers watched the Titans and Rams each pick up their first victory of the season. Any doubt who's on the bottom of this week's power rankings?
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 8 Preview
Revenge is on the mind of a few teams as the Jets look to get even with the Dolphins and the Packers have Brett Favre's return to Lambeau on their minds. Mike Nahrstedt previews these and the other 11 games on the Week 8 NFL slate.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 7 Power Rankings
So many teams are worthy, yet only one can occupy the bottom spot in Athlon Sports’ NFL power rankings each week. Who "earned" that distinction in Week 7?
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 7 preview
Brett Favre has the Vikings sitting pretty at 6-0 but they'll face the defending Super Bowl champs on the road this week. Mike Nahrstedt looks at that game and the other 12 on the Week 7 slate in his NFL Preview.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 6 power rankings
It was certainly not a banner weekend for the NFC East. The Giants lost to the Saints, the Redskins continued to look hapless and the Eagles were upset by the Raiders. Mike Nahrstedt sorts it all out in his Week 6 power rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 6 preview
An undefeated matchup between the Giants and Saints highlights Week 6. Mike Nahrstedt runs down what to look for in that game and the other 13 on the slate in his NFL Preview.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Five coaches on the hot seat
It’s only five games into the NFL season, but that’s more than enough time for the fingers of antsy owners to start getting itchy. That’s why these five head coaches might want to start looking over their shoulder in the coming weeks.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 5 power rankings
The Broncos' overtime win against the Patriots Sunday kept them as one of five undefeated teams. But is Mike Nahrstedt a believer? Find out in his Week 5 NFL power rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 5 Sunday Takeaway
A feel-good story in Cincinnati, Brett Favre's best team yet and a lack of parity highlight Rob Doster's Week 5 Sunday Takeaway column.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 4 power rankings
The Saints can beat you through the air, on the ground or with their defense, but what no one has showed yet is how the Saints can be beat. See where they rank in this week's NFL Power Rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 4 preview
Another week of Sunday action is ready to kick off and Mike Nahrstedt runs down what to look for this weekend in his NFL Preview.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 3 power rankings
The Bengals are one miracle pass away from being 3-0. Seriously. See where they and the other 31 teams rank in the Week 3 NFL power rankings.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 3 preview
Another week of Sunday action is ready to kick off and Mike Nahrstedt runs down what to look for this weekend in his NFL Preview.
[FULL STORY]NFL: Week 2 power rankings
There's plenty to celebrate in New York, but do the Jets or the Giants sit atop our Week 2 power rankings?
[FULL STORY]Fantasy Updates - PlayerScope
Ryan Fitzpatrick
One of Bills interim coach Perry Fewell's first moves was to bench Trent Edwards this week in favor of Fitzpatrick, who will start Sunday against Jacksonville. Fewell said the move isn't necessarily permanent....
[FULL STORY]Trent Edwards
One of Bills interim coach Perry Fewell's first moves was to bench Edwards this week in favor of Ryan Fitzpatrick. Fewell said the move isn't necessarily permanent....
[FULL STORY]Joe Klopfenstein
The Bills signed Klopfenstein, who had spent the last three seasons in St. Louis. Klopfenstein, a street free agent, takes the roster spot vacated by TE Derek Fine, who was placed on injured reserve....
[FULL STORY]James Hardy
He has been practicing well lately after tearing his ACL in December and undergoing reconstructive surgery. The Bills have indicated he most likely will be moved to the active roster very soon. With Lee Evans and Terrell Owens as the starters, we expect Hardy will continue to be brought along slowly. The Bills have a bye this week....
[FULL STORY]Shawn Nelson
He did not practice or play last week. If Nelson is unable to play this week, Derek Fine will handle the TE responsibilities. Nelson has been held out of practice this week due to migraine headaches....
[FULL STORY]Marshawn Lynch
Lynch has returned to the Bills following his three-game suspension. He and Fred Jackson, who played well in his absence, are expected to share the RB load, at least for a while....
[FULL STORY]Fred Jackson
Jackson returned to practice Monday. He might not be 100 percent yet, but he should be plenty ready to go when the games count. The Bills will be needing Jackson while Marshawn Lynch is suspended the first three weeks....
[FULL STORY]Terrell Owens
Owens returned to Bills practice Monday. Considering the sad state of the Buffalo offense, it's not a minute too soon....
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Vacchiano: Patroits are the favorites in '07
A lot of things can change between now and next February. But the events of draft weekend, and some of the events of the two months before, have Ralph Vacchiano convinced that the Pats are the early favorite to win Super Bowl XLII.
Vacchiano: Quinn's value being overlooked
No player in this year’s draft has seen his stock yo-yo more than former Notre Dame quarterback Brady Quinn. Ralph Vacchiano says the "Golden Boy" will be a great pick up for whichever team doesn't out-think themselves.
Vacchiano: NFL must send message to teams
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Pacman Jones and Chris Henry on Tuesday for their off-the-field problems. Ralph Vacchiano applauds the decision but says the league should focus on punishing the teams as well.
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