Recent NFL news

Dalton’s 50-yard TD pass to A.J. Green highlights Cincinnati’s preseason victory
ATLANTA — Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith wants his team to stop committing penalties.
 
Packers off to ugly start in preseason, backup QB Harrell struggles in 35-10 loss to Browns
(AP, August 17, 2012; 3:48 AM)
 
LB Carter getting chance to show why Cowboys willing to wait for him through a redshirt season
(AP, August 17, 2012; 3:35 AM)
 
NFL and officials disputing pay for full-time officials and more crews
(AP, August 17, 2012; 2:04 AM)
 
NFL files documents, Goodell declaration, saying Goodell did not pre-judge players
(AP, August 17, 2012; 1:30 AM)
 
Bengals tight end Jermaine Gresham hurt on 1st-quarter scoring drive
(AP, August 17, 2012; 1:16 AM)
 
Thursday’s NFL preseason capsules
(AP, August 16, 2012; 11:59 PM)
 
NFL suspends Bolts DT Brown 4 games for violating policy on performance-enhancing substances
(AP, August 16, 2012; 10:58 PM)
 
Fisher expects game plan to stay conservative against Chiefs
(AP, August 16, 2012; 10:33 PM)
 
Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher discusses knee surgery
(AP, August 16, 2012; 10:12 PM)
 
Harbaugh: Quarterback Alex Smith already an expert entering second season in 49ers offense
(AP, August 16, 2012; 10:05 PM)
 
Former first-round pick Patrick Robinson eager to take over Saints starting CB spot
(AP, August 16, 2012; 9:46 PM)
 
Terrell Owens to make his debut in Seahawks uniform in preseason game at Denver
(AP, August 16, 2012; 9:36 PM)
 
Miami’s Reggie Bush wants to lead NFL in rushing after breakout 1,000-yard season
(AP, August 16, 2012; 9:29 PM)
 
Lions sputtering offense seeks to improve against determined Ravens defense in preseason clash
(AP, August 16, 2012; 9:24 PM)
 
QB Sam Bradford says reports he may need postseason surgery are off-base
(AP, August 16, 2012; 9:17 PM)
 
Deion Branch competing for playing time, and possibly roster spot, in Patriots wideout group
(AP, August 16, 2012; 8:11 PM)
 
Veteran defensive lineman expects Raiders to have a top 5 defense in 2012
(AP, August 16, 2012; 7:41 PM)
 
NFL files documents, Goodell declaration, saying Goodell did not pre-judge players
(AP, August 16, 2012; 7:12 PM)
 
Former Chicago Bears star Steve McMichael says he plans to run for mayor of Chicago suburb
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:59 PM)
 
Terrell Owens to make his debut in Seahawks uniform in preseason game at Denver
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:53 PM)
 
Beatty’s back once again an issue as champion Giants return to Jersey to continue training
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:44 PM)
 
NFL suspends Bolts DT Brown 4 games for violating policy on performance-enhancing substances
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:38 PM)
 
Jets and Giants testing an automated security system for fans to enter MetLife Stadium
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:15 PM)
 
Deion Branch competing for playing time, and possibly roster spot, in Patriots wideout group
(AP, August 16, 2012; 6:12 PM)
 
Foles, Edwards and injured Kafka vying for the backup spot behind Eagles QB Michael Vick
(AP, August 16, 2012; 5:57 PM)
 
Evan Royster still getting rookie treatment, bids for carries in 2nd year with Redskins
(AP, August 16, 2012; 5:45 PM)
 
Cowboys TE Witten hopeful to be ready for opener in 3 weeks after forced rest for spleen
(AP, August 16, 2012; 5:41 PM)
 
Bills QB Young ordered to pay $1.7 million after defaulting on high-risk loan
(AP, August 16, 2012; 5:15 PM)
 
Jets head home after summer of headlines, including Tebowmania and secret wildcat practices
(AP, August 16, 2012; 5:14 PM)