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Judge orders more monitoring for Cowboys DT May 24, 2013 DALLAS (AP) — A judge has ordered more alcohol monitoring for a Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle awaiting trial on an intoxicated manslaughter charge. Josh Brent is charged in the Dec. 8 crash that killed Jerry Brown Jr., a Cowboys' practice squad player. Police say Brent's blood-alcohol level was twice the legal... Read More
Schaub, Texans begin preparation for season May 24, 2013 HOUSTON (AP) — Matt Schaub has gotten good at tuning out criticism from those outside the organization. Houston's quarterback doesn't have time for those opinions. Besides, even his harshest critics probably aren't as hard on him as he is on himself. "I have higher expectations of myself than anyone could ever... Read More
Cowboys DT charged in deadly wreck due in court May 24, 2013 DALLAS (AP) — Prosecutors will seek to revoke the bond of a Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle awaiting trial on an intoxicated manslaughter charge. A court hearing is scheduled for Friday morning for Josh Brent. He's charged in the Dec. 8 crash that killed Jerry Brown Jr., a practice squad player who was a... Read More
Cardinals sign DB-KR Mathieu May 23, 2013 PHOENIX (AP) — Former LSU defensive back Tyrann Mathieu has signed a four-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. The team's third-round draft pick, Mathieu did not play last season after repeated off-field issues. The deal could be worth up to just over $3 million. According to a person familiar with the... Read More
Former NFL kicker accused of damage and theft May 23, 2013 TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Former NFL and University of Arizona kicker Max Zendejas has been indicted on damage and theft charges in connection with his recently closed Tucson restaurant. Pima County authorities say the indictment claims Zendejas "recklessly defaced or damaged property" belonging to the university... Read More
Prosecutors seek to revoke Cowboys player's bond May 23, 2013 DALLAS (AP) — Prosecutors are going to court to have the bond revoked for a Dallas Cowboys player awaiting trial on an intoxication manslaughter charge. In court papers filed Thursday, prosecutors accused Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent of violating the terms of his release on bond by consuming alcohol and... Read More
Ryan: Hurt feelings bringing him, Saints together May 23, 2013 METAIRIE, La. (AP) — Rob Ryan figures his firing in Dallas will only help him relate to a Saints defense humbled by a historically bad season. "I don't like getting fired," Ryan said Thursday during his first meeting with reporters since Sean Payton hired him in February to revamp New Orleans' last-ranked... Read More
Chiefs' McCluster tweaks hamstring in workouts May 23, 2013 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster hurt his hamstring early in Thursday's voluntary workout, while defensive back Neiko Thorpe and linebacker Mike Catapano also picked up minor injuries. Coach Andy Reid said after the week's final organized team activity that McCluster had a "mild"... Read More
Chiefs sign fifth-round pick Sanders Commings May 23, 2013 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs have signed safety Sanders Commings, the fifth of their eight draft choices to agree to terms on a contract. Commings was the Chiefs' fifth-round draft pick out of Georgia. He played primarily cornerback in college, starting 35 games and making 154 tackles. But he's... Read More
Nalen says he tried to hurt Olshansky in '06 May 23, 2013 ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — One of the quietest players in NFL history sure had a lot to say Thursday. Former Denver Broncos center Tom Nalen made up for all those "no comments" during his 15-year career during an extraordinary half hour that at times showed precisely why he was wise to stay silent rather than speak... Read More
Committee hits stretch run for NY-NJ Super Bowl May 23, 2013 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The NFL draft is history. Organized team activities are under way. Minicamps will follow next month, and training camps will open a month after that. The 2013 season is on the horizon and so is the cold-weather Super Bowl. The title game on Feb. 2 at MetLife Stadium is less than... Read More
Panthers: All 5 draft picks under contract May 23, 2013 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have signed all five of their draft picks. Carolina announced Thursday it has signed its four previously unsigned draft picks -- defensive tackle Star Lotulelei from Utah, guard Edmund Kugbila from Valdosta State, linebacker A.J. Klein from Iowa State and running back Kenjon... Read More
Coded goal: RG3 still aiming for Redskins' opener May 23, 2013 ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Robert Griffin III's rehab started with a "cry festival." Then came a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hash things out with coach Mike Shanahan. There's also been a Twitter rant about political correctness, some flak about all the wedding gifts he's received and, most... Read More
New Bills defense geared to create confusion May 23, 2013 ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Emphasizing surprise and versatility, Buffalo Bills first-year defensive coordinator Mike Pettine is unveiling a new scheme designed to keep opponents guessing. If that leads to some confusion among the Bills in identifying what position they're playing, Pettine's fine with that, too.... Read More
Redskins' Garcon, Wilson recovering from surgeries May 23, 2013 ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — Washington Redskins coach Mike Shanahan says receiver Pierre Garcon and cornerback Josh Wilson are recovering from offseason surgeries. Shanahan revealed Thursday that Garcon had a procedure for what the coach called a "chest" injury suffered in the final game of the season. Garcon has not... Read More
Browns QB Weeden to help with Oklahoma tornado May 23, 2013 BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden is heading home to help his cherished Oklahoma heal. Weeden will return to his home state over the holiday weekend to assist in any way he can in the aftermath of the deadly tornado that tore through Moore, Okla., killing 24 people and destroying more than a... Read More
Tom Brady not surprised Wes Welker left New England Patriots May 23, 2013 New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady said on Thursday morning that former Heritage Hall standout Wes Welker's free-agent departure to the Denver Broncos did not come as a surprise, as he's played in the NFL long enough to understand the nature of the business. "Of course I have feelings, but those feelings are... Read More
Texans give $100,000 to tornado relief efforts May 23, 2013 HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans have donated $100,000 to help in relief efforts in the wake of this week's devastating and deadly tornado in Oklahoma. Team owner Bob McNair and his wife Janice made the donation on behalf of their foundation and the team to the Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma Disaster... Read More
Panthers Kuechly says new DTs make his job easier May 23, 2013 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Luke Kuechly was hoping for a little help this offseason. So it's no surprise the Panthers second-year middle linebacker was pretty excited when Carolina fulfilled his wish and selected Utah defensive tackle Star Lotulelei with the 14th pick in last month's NFL draft. Kuechly knew right... Read More
Saints waive defensive end Greg Romeus May 23, 2013 METAIRIE, La. (AP) — New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis says the club has waived defensive end Greg Romeus, a 2011 draft choice who never played because of injuries. The 6-foot-5, 267-pound Romeus took part in offseason practices this week before the club announced the decision to waive him... Read More
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