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August 31, 2003

Chiefs Make Final Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

This looks like it could be a very good year for the Chiefs. Barring major injury, of course, but that's true for any team. The Chiefs had a pretty good year last year. They led the league in scoring last year. They arguably have the best RB in football in... [Full Story]

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Tamba Bay Gets Down to 53

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

(AP) - Injured tight end Rickey Dudley was among the seven players released by the Bucs today as NFL teams reached their 53-man roster limits. AP reports as well, "Also released were linebacker Justin Smith, receivers Charles Lee and Fabian Davis, running back Travis Stephens and defensive linemen DeVone Claybrooks... [Full Story]

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Colts Make Final Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

The Colts made their final cuts to get to the roster limit of 53 today. Traded FS-Rich Coady to St. Louis Cut the following: SS- David Gibson, LB- Kevin Whiteside, OT- Makoa Freitas, K- Brett Conway, offensive linemen Joe Iorio, Jim Newton and Patrick Venzke; defensive backs Travis Coleman and... [Full Story]

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Bills Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

The Bills cut eleven players over the weekend, placed Travis Brown on IR for the year, and traded Olandis Gary to Detroit. The Bills website lists the cuts. For those who have been getting their Bills news here, you know that Charles Johnson needed to go, Antonio Brown needed to... [Full Story]

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Giants Make Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

Eleven players were waived: fullback Charles Stackhouse, tight end Darnell Dinkins, defensive end Frank Ferrara, wide receiver Daryl Jones, guard Tam Hopkins, center Omar Smith, safety Clarence LeBlanc, linebacker Josh Hotchkiss, punter Steve Cheek, safety Calvin Spears, and defensive end Radell Lockhart. Offensive lineman Barrett Brooks was released. Kicker Mike... [Full Story]

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UCF Has Nothing To Be Ashamed Of

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

As a UCF alumni I was, of course, very interested in watching them play Virginia Tech on ESPN today. I posted my thoughts on why the Golden Knights football team really doesn't have anything to be ashamed of over on my site. Essentially, I thought that UCF really held their... [Full Story]

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Dolphins Make Final Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

The Miami Dolphins have made their final roster moves to get down to the 53-man limit. Put on IR: Oronde Gadsden - WR Released: Robert Edwards - RB Korey Banks - CB Alphonso Roundtree - CB Omare Lowe - CB Ron Bellamy - WR Kendall Newson - WR Greg Jerman... [Full Story]

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Expect the unexpected

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003 · Comments (3)

Tim Layden at SI.com is warning us to expect the unexpected this year, but says that he doesn't think the Sooners, Buckeyes, or Hurricanes can make it happen this year. I agree. Right now, I think that the team with the best chance to leave New Orleans with the crown... [Full Story]

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Clemson Fumble Caused by Vomit

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

Clemson's center apparently threw up on the football at the line of scrimmage. As a result, there was a fumble when the ball was snapped. My blog has the full details.... [Full Story]

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Connectcuit enters Major College Football ranks

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003

It's worth noting that the Univ. of Connecticut opened a brand new $90 million dollar college football stadium yesterday. While the New London Daily rejoices at having Division 1-A football played in Storrs at a top notch facility, the New York Times covers the timing of the rise of UConn... [Full Story]

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Wildcats cruise over UTEP

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 31, 2003 · Comments (2)

Before getting all hyped up overthe 42-7 spanking of UTEP, it needs to be put in perspective that the Wildcats will struggle to win 5 this season. When your season slogan is essentially, "Think we don't have a future, come be proven wrong" it means that hard times are on... [Full Story]

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August 30, 2003

Bucks Roll

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Defending National Champion Ohio State had little trouble with Washington tonight, dominating the Huskies 28-9, getting along fine without tailback Maurice Clarett. A fumbled punt and two personal fouls against OSU allowed UW to score a late TD, but it was never close. The Buckeye defense held UW to zero... [Full Story]

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Kournikova quits reporter gig

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

In a move that is bound to break the hearts of Tennis fans everywhere, "Reporter" Anna Kournikova quit her US Open job today. I think this quote about sums up her entire effort "It's her first time on TV and she's working hard," said USA Network spokesman Tom Caraccioli, when... [Full Story]

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More Site News

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003 · Comments (4)

The category RSS feeds are working. I've got a few more features to add, some easy - some hard. The MSNBC listing is sort of a trial run. I'm interested in feedback on whether a 3rd party headline feed is of interest. What I'd like to replace it with is... [Full Story]

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Danny Wuerffel Cut - Finally!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003 · Comments (4)

Danny Wuerffel is not now and will never be a pro quarterback. Spurrier's loayalty to Wuerffel was finally nixed by Dan Synder. When Synder is know as the level headed Redskin executive, that's not a good sign... From the Washington Post The Washington Redskins decided today to release quarterback Danny... [Full Story]

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Who deserves credit for the best personnel call of the preseason?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Man, my first NFL post and it's about Cleveland instead of my beloved Dolphins. What are the odds? Actually, it's more of a post about Butch Davis, Cleveland's head coach and a former University of Miami guy (there's why I'm writing about it). Don Banks at SI.com had an article... [Full Story]

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Final Scores

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Today's final scores from College Football around the country.... [Full Story]

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UofM wins

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003 · Comments (3)

Did we doubt that they would?... [Full Story]

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Coming Down To The Roster Wire

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

More bad news: The NY Daily News reported today that coach Jim Fassel "strongly hinted" that long-snapper Ryan Kuehl and new kicker Mike Hollis may be headed to the IR for the season. Ugh.... [Full Story]

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Ole Miss squeaks by Vandy

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Vanderbilt narrowly missed their first SEC win since 2000 as Ole Miss defeated them 24-21 in Nashville.... [Full Story]

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Georgia shuts out Clemson

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Georgia defeated Clemson 30-0 today, the first shutout loss for the Tigers since 1998. Yahoo Sports has the box score.... [Full Story]

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Bad Tigers!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

There they go winning. Beating the playoff contender Chicago White Sox 8-4. Damn, can't they even lose well? Oh, they will lose 100 games this season, it just would be cool if they could break a record doing so.... [Full Story]

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McCarty in rehab

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Darren McCarty, popular Red Wings forward, issued a statement on Friday stating he'd entered an maintence rehab program in his ongoing fight against alcoholism. I, for one, appreciate his openness and honesty in not hiding his problems from the fans.... [Full Story]

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This weekend's college games in Michigan

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Today is the start of Big Ten football here in the Wolverine state (hey, it's not my fault that UofM picked the state animal as their mascot ;) ). So here's the lowdown on today's games:... [Full Story]

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This weekend's SEC games

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Also from today's Atlanta Journal-Constitution.... [Full Story]

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Saturday's ACC Games

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Today's AJC has the breakdown of ACC games today.... [Full Story]

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6 Games to Watch

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

The L.A. Times lists six college football games to watch today.... [Full Story]

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Holtz Would Pass Hayes With Win

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

Lou Holtz would move into sole possession of 8th place on the all-time victory list with a win tonight.... [Full Story]

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South Carolina Injuries

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

A list of injuries reported by South Carolina for their game with Louisiana-Lafayette tonight.... [Full Story]

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Georgia-Clemson Injuries

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 30, 2003

A list of reported injuries from Clemson and Georgia, who play at noon eastern time today (ABC regional.)... [Full Story]

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August 29, 2003

Berlin, Miami & The Ball Coach

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (2)

Brock Berlin. He's probably the one player who will have the most effect on the Miami Hurricanes this year. He's got a cannon arm and excellent accuracy. But he doesn't have the mental game of Ken Dorsey, yet. Berlin is a transfer from Florida. He was trained under Steve Spurrier.... [Full Story]

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Browns Lose Verba For Season

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

Here's the story from clevelandbrowns.com on their starting LT, and their best offensive lineman: A Friday morning MRI at the Cleveland Clinic revealed that Ross Verba has suffered a ruptured right biceps tendon and he will be lost for the season, the Cleveland Browns announced today. Surgery will be performed... [Full Story]

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Juan's Whining (At Least His Agent Is...)

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

Gonzalez's agent: Rangers' conduct 'reprehensible' :Alan Nero, Juan Gonzalez’s agent, isn’t happy with how the Rangers have handled his client’s injury situation. In a news release sent out Friday afternoon, Nero called the Rangers’ conduct “reprehensible” and said, “It remains Juan's hope to get back in the lineup before the... [Full Story]

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Polls

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (1)

ESPN.com has a great chart comparing all the preseason polls. Check it out here.... [Full Story]

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Maybe There is Some Hope...

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (1)

Well, well, well, the Boys managed to close out the preseason with a blow-out. The remarkable thing is that Dallas put up 24 points when it was first team v. first team. While I don't put much stock in any given preseason performance, it was nice for something to work... [Full Story]

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Giants Actually Win One

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

I'm glad they salvaged one win, but I don't get an overall good feeling about this year's team. Long-snapping is still an issue and the defense isn't the powerhouse it once was. But I will try to be an optimist and tell myself "it's only preseason." Things could be worse.... [Full Story]

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Browns Look Sharp in Win

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

Finally! The Browns showed up ready to play last night, and took it to the Falcons right from the start. After being made to look bad by Favre, McNair and Harrington in three exhibitions, the Browns were happy to be facing a second stringer like Doug Johnson for a change... [Full Story]

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Dr. Z says Colts Won't Make Playoffs

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

Dr. Z's predictions are in. He says the Colts will be on the bubble at 9-7 due to two losses to the Titans. What's equally interesting is that all of his AFC division champions are 10-6, in other words no AFC team will finish with fewer than 6 losses. As... [Full Story]

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Can the Tigers pull it off?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

Well, if you are going to suck...... [Full Story]

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Bucs Repeat!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (1)

Dr Z picks the Bucs to repeat. Brilliant man that Dr. Z.... [Full Story]

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All sports Detroit

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003

I just wanted to take this moment to introduce myself as one of the new contributors to SportsBlog. My name is Alexia and I'll be blogging about all sports Detroit.... [Full Story]

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Things I'm Working On

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (3)

The new site design is still in progress and going well. Features that I will be adding to the site this weekend are: 1) Author category Pages - All your posts gathered on one page. A handy feature if you are interested in writing columns or want to link to... [Full Story]

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ESPN2 Blows A Game Off

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (2)

Picture This— You’re watching a football game that has been a battle all night long on ESPN2. You’re team, the underdog, has taken the ranked opponent into overtime. The underdog gets the ball first in overtime. They run their first play from scrimmage and * poof * the screen goes... [Full Story]

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NIU Stuns Terps, Miami Rolls Late

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (3)

Miami Rolls. Kinda. It took until late in the third quarter for the Miami Hurricanes to really put the game away against Louisiana Tech. Going into halftime with a 21-3 lead, the offense had scored only once, while a punt return and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown accounted... [Full Story]

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Clarett Update (yawn)

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 29, 2003 · Comments (1)

Here's the latest on the never-ending saga of Maurice Clarett. He'll miss at least three games for the defending National Champion OSU Buckeyes. This was deduced by the AP reporter when Athletic Director Andy Geiger told him that the number would be "more than two" games. Persistent reports suggest however,... [Full Story]

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August 28, 2003

Read This Blog tom Donohoe!

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

Earlier today I posted my opinion on who should be the last Bills receiver to make the cut (hint: it was Antonio Brown). Tonight, he ran back the Lions first punt for a 75 yard touchdown! That makes two return TD's for the preseason. Welcome to the NFL Mr. Brown.... [Full Story]

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Critiquing The 'Canes After One Quarter

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003 · Comments (2)

The #3 Hurricanes are currently going into halftime against La. Tech. I was able to watch the first quarter while taking my son out for pizza. Here are some of the things I picked up after just one quarter of UM football. 1. The Hurricanes are again suffering from their... [Full Story]

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Hockey stories #1

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003 · Comments (3)

I'm going to post a (maybe, sometimes) daily column here called "Hockey Stories". It'll just be various stories from my life (or stories I've heard) that explain why hockey is really such a great game. (Click the permalink for more)... [Full Story]

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Hockey

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003 · Comments (11)

I guess almost everyone here covers basketball or football, considering the categories to choose from when making a new entry (I haven't really read the blog, yet). So I guess I'm the primary hockey guy contributing. (Yes, I'm from Canada.)... [Full Story]

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Just Win (One) Baby

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

From the Cleveland Plain Dealer: The significance of the final preseason game was best articulated by former Browns coach Bill Belichick, who said, "No game is more quickly forgotten than the last exhibition game Still it would be nice to win just one, and maybe the 0-3 Falcons are just... [Full Story]

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Rob Morris Expects to Be Ready for Colts Opener

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

According to this morning's Indianapolis Star,Rob Morris is making no promises, but he is making progress. The Indianapolis Colts' starting middle linebacker is optimistic he'll be ready for the Sept. 7 regular-season opener at Cleveland though he will miss the entire preseason. Still recovering from surgery on his right knee,... [Full Story]

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Bills Position Battle: Skill Positions

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

There are a couple battles at the skill positions that are worth watching. Tight End: The third tight end spot is not really a big deal, so I'll keep it brief. Ryan Neufeld and Brady McDonnell are fighting for the last roster spot. Guess what? It doesn't matter which one... [Full Story]

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Today’s College Football Games

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

No. 3 Miami at Louisiana Tech, 6:30 CST, ESPN Georgia Tech at Brigham Young, 8:30 CST, ESPN2 Maryland at Northern Illinois... [Full Story]

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NFC Predictions

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003 · Comments (1)

I'll go out on a limb here. You can call me on it. Here are my predictions for the NFC East.... [Full Story]

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Speaking of Trash Talking

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003 · Comments (1)

Not only are the Bucs the World Champions - they have the best website. Although the Eagles win for best cheerleaders (They pay them with their $11 million dollars of cap money). Speaking of cap money - call me crazy, but if I had lost the NFC Championship two years... [Full Story]

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Oooh, I Love it When I'm Right

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 28, 2003

As predicted here , and despite the quotes from Gregg Williams, Travis Henry and Jonas Jennings have not practiced this week and will not play Thursday against Detroit. This is the last chance for running back Joe Burns to prove his worth. He is in a battle with Olandis Gary... [Full Story]

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August 27, 2003

Super Happy Media Guide Fun Time

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

Some interesting tidbits gleeaned from the Bills media guide: -There is only one number in Bills history to have been worn by only one player. What is the number and who wore it? (Answer below) - There has only been one guy in Bills history whose last name began with... [Full Story]

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Giants Get Long Snapper For Final Pre-season Game

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

The Giants top snapper, Ryan Kuehl and the two reserve snappers are all injured and not expected to play.... [Full Story]

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Fan Hates Trade

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003 · Comments (1)

I too don't understand the Ted Washington trade. The Bears only got a fourth round pick, and they don't have anyone to replace him. That only make Brian Urlacher's job that much harder and the team that much worse. But it's the Bears. The worse they are the easier it... [Full Story]

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Bears Game Plan

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

In tonight's game against the New Patriots, coaches will determine who the starting RB will be, either Anthony Thomas or Adrian Peterson. First, however, Thomas and Peterson will get a workout against the Patriots. Thomas has carried only nine times in the preseason, and Peterson has rushed 17 times for... [Full Story]

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Zereoue vs. Bettis

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

Mark Madden isn't buying the conspiracy theory spun by certain Steeler fans. Their favorite Steeler Jerome Bettis has been benched, so it must be some kind of a ploy, right? Here's an excerpt: Amos Zereoue is the Steelers' starting running back. But we will see how long that lasts. It's... [Full Story]

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Bills Position Battle Breakdown

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

There are six position battles to watch for Thursday night against the Lions, three of which also impact fantasy skill positions. I will breakdown the "boring" non-fantasy battles first. O-Line: Mike Pucillo has, barring disaster, already supplanted Marques Sullivan as the starting right guard and the other four starters are... [Full Story]

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Roster Moves Around the NFL

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

ARIZONA CARDINALS: Placed DE Kyle Vanden Bosch, DB Duane Starks, and OG Teag Whiting on injured reserve. BALTIMORE RAVENS: Traded S Anthony Mitchell to Jacksonville for a conditional 2004 draft pick. BUFFALO BILLS: Placed RB Willis McGahee on the reserve non-football injury list. Released LB Brandon Spoon, WR Andre Rone,... [Full Story]

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Bucs Release Green and Davis

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released WR-Jacquez Green and OT-Anthony Davis on TuesdayCoach Jon Gruden looked at Green as a potential punt returner when the Bucs signed him April 10, but he quickly became disenchanted with Green's drop- off in speed. Green scored 30 TDs at Florida despite starting only 19... [Full Story]

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Bennett Out Until Week 7

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

RB Michael Bennett and WR Nick Davis (both Wisconsin alums) were put on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. The Vikings also made a number of cuts. No names stood out to me. "Vikings Cut 11, Place Bennett and Davis on PUP List"... [Full Story]

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Injury to Pro-Bowl Free Safety

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

Pro-Bowl free safety Darren Sharper hurt his groin in the Carolina game and may miss the season opener against Minnesota. If that happens Marques Anderson would fill in with newly-acquired Scott McGarrahan available too. "Packers Preparing for the Worst with Injuries"... [Full Story]

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Inside NFL Finance

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

Even wonder about the intricacies of the salary cap? A chat with Packers Vice President of Player Finance Andrew Brandt didn't help clarify a lot, but I did learn about some wierd parts of the cap. Players put on injured count toward the cap whether they play or not. Also... [Full Story]

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Pressure on Brown or Browns?

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 27, 2003

It's hard to say who's feeling more pressure these days, Courtney Brown or the Cleveland Browns organization. Brown made his first appearance of the preseason last Saturday, playing 25 plays against Detroit after undergoing a complicated and risky microfracture surgery on his knee in the offseason. It's not so much... [Full Story]

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August 26, 2003

Sporting News Gets it Right

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003 · Comments (2)

I don't know who Vinnie Lyer is, but he is one smart dude. His AFC East preview says the Bills will take the division. And best of all, he predicts the usual collapse by the Dolphins who always, always, always blow it in December. But it'll be different this year,... [Full Story]

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Bills Get Busy

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Bills released three additional players today to get to the league mandated roster of 65. Those cut were: Andre Rone (WR, Missippi), De'Mond Parker (RB, Oklahoma) and, in a mild surprise, Brandon Spoon who started 14 games his rokkie year while filling in for an injured Sam Cowart. I... [Full Story]

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Colts Cuts Include Haddad, Kubiak

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Colts released 15 players to get down to the roster limit of 65 players: Drew Haddad - WR Paul Arnold - WR Robert Redd - WR Jim Kubiak - QB Montrell Lowe - RB Mike Green - RB Stephen Costa - RB Marq Cerqua - LB J.R. Johnson -... [Full Story]

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Excerpts Only On Main Index

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

To facilitate the new design, all posts will be shown using the excerpt of the post on the main page. Think of the main page as a headline page as that is how it will ultimately look. In team and category archives the full post will be shown (that may... [Full Story]

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TMQ NFC Preview

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Greg Easterbrook better know to Slate and ESPN readers as the Tuesday Morning Quarterback has his characteristically sartorial take on the NFC up at ESPN's Page 2.... [Full Story]

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Tony Gonzalez Injures Knee in Practice

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

A thousand Fantasy Football owners held their breath for a moment today when word came that Tight End Tony Gonzalez injured his knee today in practice (via Yahoo! news). Word is that the injury is not that serious.... [Full Story]

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More Giants News

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

From the Ny Daily News Giants Hilliard Pumped For Season Man, I hope so! The O-line needs to see more of this guy. They can't keep running Tiki Barber to death.... [Full Story]

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Al Davis Wins Lawsuit

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Al Davis has won his lawsuit against various accounting firms and governmental entities for misleading him on the financial potential of his move of the Raiders back to Nor Cal.... [Full Story]

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Chargers Sign Leon Johnson and Cut Ten Players

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The San Diego Chargers signed Leon Johnson according to this report by SDBoltsReport.com.Leon Johnson, 6-0, 222 spent three seasons with the New York Jets (1997-99) and two with the Chicago Bears (2001-2002). He joined St. Louis as an unrestricted free agent this offseason but was released by the Rams on... [Full Story]

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Foster to Return Friday for Panthers

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Stan Olson reports that DeShaun Foster expects to play in Friday night's pre-season game against the Steelers. Foster has been out for over a year after an injury in the pre-season last year that required surgery and rehab. Also, Tim Terry worked out for the Panthers Tuesday after being cut... [Full Story]

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Jets Not Interested in Brunell

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

With QB Chad Pennington out for 12 weeks I don't understand why the Jets didn't even think about a trade for Jacksonville's Mark Brunell? Even if he didn't start he would be a better veteran backup than the unproven Brooks Bollinger. "Jets, Cowboys, and Ravens Pass on Brunell"... [Full Story]

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Seahawks' Eaton Out for the Season

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The AP reports that DT Chad Eaton, who has had two knee operations since May, is out for the season. Seattle also placed WR Jason Willis on the injured reserve list because of his broken thumb.... [Full Story]

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Freeman Looking for Job

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Ex-Packer WR Antonio Freeman is in his South Florida home searching for a team where he can win another championship. I have heard no rumors about the Packers being interested in him. He certainly would add veteran depth to their corps of wide outs. "Veteran Wideout Wants to Make Right... [Full Story]

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Panthers Moves

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Charlotte Observer reports: WAIVED QB Randy Fasani TE Keith Heinrich INJURED RESERVE WR Nathan Black DT Josh Taves WR Terrence Wilkins... [Full Story]

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Packers Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The three most notable players Green Bay cut today were QB Akili Smith, TE Tyrone Davis, and DT Steve Warren. Smith and Davis either were injured or had awful pre-seasons. As for Warren, I'm not sure why he was cut. Coaches must think Gilbert Brown can play a significant number... [Full Story]

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Giants Notes

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

It will be another week before the condition of Giants long snapper Ryan Kuehl is known. He injured his elbow in the Jet game last Saturday, causing a pinched nerve and numbness in his hand. This worries Giants coaches and fans, as the Giants used five long snappers last season,... [Full Story]

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Let There Be Light

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003 · Comments (2)

The new site design is on track. I've switched blogstyle templates because there was a problem with the comment section on individual entries. The BlogStyles template is temporary so I'm putting a lot of effort into prettying it up. I just want to make it usable until we switch to... [Full Story]

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Bucs to Look at Andre Rison Today

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Coach Gruden will take a look at Andre Rison today,"This is just a preliminary, 'Hi, Andre, get to know you again,'" Gruden said. "If he's physically healthy and ready to go, we'll see where he is. Rison is an interesting guy, because it's Andre Rison," Gruden said. "The guy's got... [Full Story]

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Bucs Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers cut seven players on Sunday: P Andy Groom K Rob Bironas LB Altroy Bodrick CB Hirchel Bolden TE/LS Jeff Grau T Mitch White TE Daniel Wilcox The Bucs had hoped Andy Groom would give Tom Tupa a run, but Tupa has been solid this preseason.... [Full Story]

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Good News for Colts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Lots of good news out of last night's pre-season victory for the Indianapolis Colts over the Denver Broncos. The Indianapolis Star reports,If Monday night was a reliable yardstick, the Colts are ready for the Sept. 7 regular-season opener at Cleveland. The Peyton Manning-led No. 1 offense played into the third... [Full Story]

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Falcons Notes

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The AJC reports several things today. WR Trevor Gaylor was waived Monday: He wasn't waived with eight other players Sunday because team officials were busy trying to find a team interested in trading the Falcons a low-round draft choice for Gaylor. He's now subject to being claimed on waivers by... [Full Story]

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Plummer's Home Debut Not So Hot

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

NFL.COM notes that Jake Plummer had a rough start in his home debut as a Bronco in last night's game against the Colts:Denver quarterback got the playing hard part right, but that didn't stop him from being booed in his first home game with the Broncos. Plummer fumbled his first... [Full Story]

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Preseason Injuries

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003 · Comments (1)

To date, the Steelers have not been plagued with pre-season injuries. With some high profile players getting potentially season-ending injuries, there are rumblings about shortening the preseason from 4 games to 2. Pittsburgh coach Bill Cowher stresses the need for a 4-game preseason, saying: "If you play two preseason games,... [Full Story]

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Battle of the Fullbacks

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The best battle at GB training camp has been between fullbacks Nick Luchey and William Henderson. Luchey is huge and powerful but doesn't have the consistency of the veteran Henderson. Since Henderson is 32 Luchey is a future starter at that position. "Henderson-Luchey a Heavyweight Bout"... [Full Story]

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Smith Not Favre's Replacement

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

With his poor performance in Saturday night's game, Akili Smith will probably be cut. "QB Smith as Good as Gone"... [Full Story]

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McGarrahan Back with Pack

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Packers traded a conditional seventh round draft pick in 2006 for safety Scott McGarrahan. He played his first three seasons with the Packers. He should immediately add help to the special teams. "Packers Acquire S Scott McGarrahan From Miami"... [Full Story]

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GB O-Line Shake-up

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

Pro-bowl guard Marco Rivera torn his MCL during Saturday night's game against Carolina. Coach Mike Sherman thinks there is a 50-50 chance Rivera will play in the opener against Minnesota. Bill Ferrario will take Rivera's place in the pre-season game against Tennesee. If Rivera can't play in the season opener... [Full Story]

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Bills Injury Update

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 26, 2003

The Bills sustained injuries to three key players during Saturdays game versus the Rams. After todays practice we have a clearer view of the ramifications: Travis Henry: Henry twisted his foot during the first quarter and did not return. He had a boot on as he watched todays practice from... [Full Story]

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August 25, 2003

Mr. Steriod Stikes Again

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003 · Comments (1)

Oakland Raider Bill Romanowski suspended and fined after punching teammate in scuffle.ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) - Oakland Raiders linebacker Bill Romanowski was suspended from Monday's practice and fined an undisclosed amount after punching and seriously injuring teammate Marcus Williams during a fight in practice a day earlier. Williams' left orbital bone... [Full Story]

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Carolina Panthers Cut Nine

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

The following cuts were reported in the Charlotte Observer: QB Randy Fasani CB Emmanuel McDaniel C Zach Butler LB Lawrence Flugence DB Brad Franklin DT Eric Manning OL Ben Nowland WR Francis St. Paul OG Tim Stuber... [Full Story]

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49ers Seek Review of Dale Carter's Collarbone Crunching Hit

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

The AP is reporting (via CBS Sportsline) that the . The AP also is reporting news that the 49ers have cut running back Rashaan Salaam, cornerback Keith Heyward-Johnson, defensive end Dwight Johnson, tackle Jason Jowers, linebacker Darnell Robinson and receivers Jermaine Lewis, Justin Skaggs and Aaron Lockett. Salaam was attempting... [Full Story]

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Bills Cut Five

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

The Bills cut five players today, including free agent signee James Jett, to get to a roster of seventy active players. The roster must be down to 65 active players tomorrow. The only surprise here is Driver, but even had had dropped steadily down the depth chart. The signing of... [Full Story]

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Bills Receiver News

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003 · Comments (1)

The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle is reporting that Bobby Shaws preseason performance may be enough to unseat Josh Reed as the #2 wideout opposite Eric Moulds. Don't believe it. There are no quotes from coaches or players lending any justification to this rumor...just a paper (and an out-of-town one at... [Full Story]

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Falcons Make Cuts

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports on 9 roster moves made by the Falcons. The following players were waived: NT Ryan Watson K John Markham P Joey Huber OL Ulish Booker OL Michael Saffer RB Fred Talley WR John Lewis TE John Hugo Juran Bolden was placed on the physically unable to... [Full Story]

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Colts Starters Get a Final Rehearsal

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

The Indianapolis Star gives a preview of the Colts' match-up with Denver on Monday Night Football. Coach Dungy expects to play the starters into the third quarter, which should make for a well played first half at least. Thus far, the defense appears to be a step ahead of the... [Full Story]

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Become A Wizbang Sports Contributor

Posted by Sports Blog Archive · Published: August 25, 2003

Is your team under reported at Wizbang Sports? You can change that!! Sign-up to be a contributor! It's a fully automated process, and if you've already signed up as an author at other Wizbang sites you'll get immediate access. If this is your first author registration at Wizbang there will... [Full Story]

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