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Johnson to start new streak

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:52:24 EST

Lions WR Calvin Johnson had his two-game touchdown streak end Thanksgiving Day against the Titans. He will look to start a new streak Sunday against Minnesota. In three games against the Vikings, Johnson has nine catches for 163 yards and two touchdowns, including four catches for 85 yards and a touchdown in Week 6 this year.

Culpepper to face former team

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:47:24 EST

Lions QB Daunte Culpepper, pulled in three of his four starts since signing as a free agent in Detroit on Nov. 4, is looking forward to facing his former team Sunday against Minnesota. Culpepper already has faced his former team once, throwing for 344 yards in a 29-22 loss at Minnesota last season with Oakland. "I want to get a win," he said Wednesday in the Detroit Free-Press. "As far as my days in Minnesota, it was what it was. And I don't have any ill feelings towards them. I'm just excited about the opportunity."

Hillis proving worth

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:28:48 EST

Peyton Hillis made a name for himself at Arkansas by boring holes for first-round NFL draft picks Darren McFadden and Felix Jones, and when the Broncos selected him in the seventh round, he figured his moving days were finally done. When the Broncos lost their top five tailbacks to injury, an exasperated coach Mike Shanahan turned to Hillis, who had some key carries against Cleveland and Atlanta and a solid game against Oakland before his breakout performance Sunday at New York. Hillis became the first running back to top 100 yards against the Jets this season when he ran roughshod over them for 129 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries in Denver's surprising 34-17 runaway. Hillis is the 14th - and certainly the unlikeliest - running back to top 100 yards in Shanahan's 14 seasons as coach of the Broncos. And he's also the first Denver player since Floyd Little in 1968 to record both a 100-yard rushing game and a 100-yard receiving game in the same season.

Scaife playing well at right time

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:24:40 EST

TE Bo Scaife's best NFL season couldn't have come at a better time. In his fourth year, Scaife leads the Titans with a career-high 48 catches - fifth among NFL tight ends - and 498 yards receiving with four games remaining. And he'll be a free agent when the season ends. "It's great timing, I guess, if you're on the outside looking in," Scaife said Wednesday. "I try not to worry about that. People keep putting a bug in my ear, friends, family and teammates and stuff. I try to handle it, stay humble and keep doing what I'm doing."

McGahee's status still unknown

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:21:14 EST

Willis McGahee has become the forgotten man in the Ravens' running game, and he apparently isn't the least bit frustrated or angry about his pronounced lack of playing time. During a 34-3 rout of Cincinnati on Sunday, McGahee watched from the sideline as LeRon McClain and rookie Ray Rice shared the workload in what used to be a potent three-pronged attack. McGahee led the Ravens in rushing last year and went to the Pro Bowl, yet this season he has fewer yards and attempts than McClain, who had eight carries as a rookie fullback last year. After reaching 1,000 yards rushing in three of the last four seasons, McGahee has only 489 yards in 2008 and appears to have plummeted from atop the depth chart. McGahee is dealing with an ailing left knee, a sore right ankle and bruised ribs. That may have been the reason he didn't play against the Bengals, although coach John Harbaugh eluded the issue and McGahee said, "I don't have an answer."

Tomlinson set for Raiders

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:16:27 EST

San Diego RB LaDainian Tomlinson should be geeked to be facing his favorite punching bag Thursday against Oakland. But Tomlinson has only 794 yards and six touchdowns on the ground three-quarters of the way through the season and is struggling coming into this game. The Chargers have become a finesse passing team, with Philip Rivers flashing a 100.5 passer rating, second in the NFL, while throwing 23 TD passes. Maybe another game with the Raiders will perk up things, even though the Chargers' playoff chances are likely extinguished. L.T. has only two 100-yard games this season. The first, naturally, was at Oakland on Sept. 28, when he had 106 yards and two touchdowns as the Chargers rallied from a 15-0 halftime deficit to beat the Raiders 28-18. Tomlinson has 1,815 yards and 18 touchdowns against Oakland in his career, more than against any other team.

Romo has tough matchup

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 10:08:58 EST

Cowboys QB Tony Romo has a tough matchup in Week 14 at Pittsburgh. The Steelers' defense ranks No. 1 in the league. The unit is No. 1 against the run, No. 1 against the pass and has allowed the fewest points (270). Since returning from a fractured pinkie, Romo has completed 64-of-100 passes for 870 yards with seven touchdowns and three interceptions in three straight Cowboys wins. He leads the NFL with a 103.2 passer rating and is just three off the league lead with 21 touchdown passes despite missing three games. But the Steelers have not allowed 300 yards in a game this season (the Cowboys have allowed 300 seven times), and Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin is impressed with Romo. "He throws touchdowns. He doesn't throw picks. He doesn't get sacked. What else is there?" Tomlin said in the Dallas Morning News. "He's a guy who has a penchant for the big play. He seems like he's a guy that seizes moments. People feed off of him. He makes them go."

Judge blocks suspension of Williamses

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 04:43:21 EST

A Minnesota judge has blocked the NFL's suspension of Vikings stars Kevin and Pat Williams for violating the league's anti-doping policy. Hennepin County District Judge Gary Larson issued a temporary restraining order at the players' request on Wednesday, saying he wanted more time to hear arguments in the case. No further hearing date immediately was set. The Williamses were among six players suspended for four games for testing positive for a diuretic that can be used as a masking agent for steroids. They have argued that the substance containing the diuretic didn't list all its ingredients.

Niners still unsure on Clements' status

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:11:33 EST

CB Nate Clements sat out of practice with a slight fracture in his left thumb. The 49ers haven't decided whether their $80 million defensive back and punt returner will play against the Jets.

Hannon signs with Dolphins

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:08:24 EST

WR Chris Hannon, who was promoted from the 49ers' practice squad to the active roster last Sunday, was signed by the Miami Dolphins on Wednesday.

Pierce called trainer after shooting

Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:05:56 EST

Linebacker Antonio Pierce called a New York Giants trainer almost immediately after Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress accidentally shot himself and was told where to take the wounded receiver. A day after suspending Burress for conduct detrimental to the team, the Giants on Wednesday revealed key details about how Burress ended up at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center early Saturday after accidentally shooting himself at a Manhattan nightclub. Giants spokesman Pat Hanlon said trainer Ronnie Barnes wanted Burress near the Hospital for Special Surgery, which is located next door, in case the injury to his right thigh required any orthopedic work by team physicians.

Mason limited in practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:49:34 EST

Ravens WR Derrick Mason was limited in practice on Wednesday with an injured shoulder. The Ravens host the Washington Redskins in Week 14 on Sunday.

Portis doesn't practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:45:59 EST

Redskins RB Clinton Portis dd not practice once again on Wednesday with knee and back injuries. According to the Washington Times, “At some point and I don’t know if it’s this game, I just have to say, ‘Hey, let’s shut this thing down. Let’s give him a week [off] so he can actually practice,’” Head Coach Jim Zorn said. “But I can’t do that right now. The problem is that every one of these games keep building and building. That third quarter [of the season] – we lost to three awesome football teams.” Last week, Portis was held to 22 rushing yards in a 23-7 loss to the Giants, his worst performance of the season. In the game, he had to take several plays off just to make it through.

Can Westbrook repeat Week 13 magic?

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:43:55 EST

Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (knee, ankle) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at N.Y. Giants. Westbrook, playing with a sore ankle and knee, tied a team record with four touchdowns -- two rushing and two receiving -- Week 13 against the Cardinals.

TE Smith eyeing score vs. Giants

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:39:58 EST

Eagles TE L.J. Smith (hamstring) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at N.Y. Giants. Smith had three catches for 36 yards in his first matchup against the Giants this season.

Buckhalter hoping to face Giants

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:37:50 EST

Eagles RB Correll Buckhalter (knee) did not practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at N.Y. Giants. Buckhalter missed Week 13 against the Cardinals because of a sprained knee.

Cotchery looking to fly past Niners

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:35:36 EST

Jets WR Jerricho Cotchery (shoulder) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at San Francisco. Cotchery had just four catches for 40 yards Week 13 against the Broncos.

Coles returns to practice report

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:32:55 EST

Jets WR Laveranues Coles (thigh) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at San Francisco. Coles had just two catches for two yards Week 13 against the Broncos.

Boldin limited on Wednesday

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:31:31 EST

Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin was limited in practice on Wednesday with a back injury. Boldin is currently 58 yards away from his 4th 1,000-yard receiving season with the Cardinals, which would set a team record. Boldin's 11 TD catches leads the NFL.

Hasselbeck reducing stress on back

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:30:38 EST

Seahawks QB Matt Hasselbeck (back) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. New England. Hasselbeck has started the last three games since missing the previous five with a back/knee problem.

Smith slowed a bit by groin injury

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:27:30 EST

Lions RB Kevin Smith (groin) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. Minnesota. Smith was held to just 22 yards on 12 carries Week 13 against the Titans.

Jackson should get more touches

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:23:14 EST

Rams RB Steven Jackson was limited in practice on Wednesday with a lingering thigh injury but Coach Jim Haslett says he is expecting to give Jackson the ball more in Week 14 at Arizona. “Yeah, I think they’ll be more," said Haslett. We’ll sit down, based on how he feels this week, we’ll try to give him…he looked good to me today, so we’ll add some of the reps based off how he feels. But he’ll get back in the swing of things full-go here. I thought he looked pretty good today.” Jackson, who strained his right thigh Oct. 19 vs. Dallas, attempted to come back two weeks later against Arizona. He managed just seven carries and did additional damage to the muscle in the process, forcing him out for the next three games. His thigh was a bit tight and sore throughout the 16-12 loss to Miami, Jackson said.

RB Young ready to play Week 14?

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:23:01 EST

Broncos RB Selvin Young (groin) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. Kansas City. Young has been inactive for the last three games and six of seven, but could return Week 14.

Marshall practicing on injured hip

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:20:01 EST

Broncos WR Brandon Marshall (hip) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. Kansas City. Marshall has battled the hip problem for several weeks, but has yet to miss a game.

Grant runs through full practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:14:37 EST

Packers RB Ryan Grant (thumb) went through a full practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. Houston. Grant was limited to 12 carries Week 13 against the Panthers as he left with the thumb injury, but he is expected to start Week 14.

Jackson working through quad injury

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:10:38 EST

Packers RB Brandon Jackson (quadricep) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 vs. Houston.

Avery limited in practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 21:08:31 EST

Rams WR Donnie Avery was limited in practice on Wednesday. The Rams are at Arizona for Week 14 on Sunday.

Winslow officially out Week 14

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:56:27 EST

As expected, Browns TE Kellen Winslow was ruled out Wednesday for Week 14 against the Titans because of a high-ankle sprain. He is in a walking boot and could miss a few games. Steve Heiden will start in his absence.

Perry nursing hamstring injury

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:53:36 EST

Bengals RB Chris Perry (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at Indianapolis. He had three carries for 11 yards Week 13 against the Ravens.

Successful surgery for Quinn

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:52:49 EST

Browns quarterback Brady Quinn had two pins surgically inserted into his broken right index finger on Wednesday and said he hopes to begin throwing once they are removed next month. "In six weeks, once the pins are out, then we'll start to do a minor rehab program," Quinn said on a conference call. "I should be able to throw sometime soon after that." Quinn broke the tip of his finger in a Nov. 17 game at Buffalo and then made the injury worse by playing the following week against Houston.

Housh takes a day to rest back

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:50:35 EST

Bengals WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh (back) did not practice Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at Indianapolis. Houshmandzadeh has dealt with the back injury for a few weeks, but has yet to miss a game.

Elam back to limited reps

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:47:32 EST

Falcons K Jason Elam (left hip) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 14 at New Orleans. Elam converted two field goals and four extra points in his first game against the Saints this season.

Welker practices, OK with hit

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:08:11 EST

Patriots WR Wes Welker practiced on Wednesday for the first time since taking a brutal game-ending hit from Steelers Safety Ryan Clark. Welker is not expecting an apology for the hit from Clark. "I don't really expect him to. It's a football play," Welker said Wednesday. "No sense in crying or whining about it. You just have to keep on moving on and get ready for the next week."

Ware doesn't practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 19:52:40 EST

Dallas LB DeMarcus Ware did not practice on Wednesday and won't practice on Thursday with a hyperextended knee said Coach Wade Philips. However, Phillips does expect Ware to play in Week 14 at Pittsburgh on Sunday. Ware got hurt when his leg turned awkwardly on consecutive steps while rushing the quarterback. He dropped to the ground before walking off under his own power. MRI tests Friday revealed no significant damage for Ware, the NFL's sack leader with 15.

Barber won't practice Thursday

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 19:45:41 EST

Cowboys RB Marion Barber did not practice Wednesday and Coach Wade Phillips said he won't practice on Thursday either with a dislocated pinkie toe. However, Phillips is confident that he will play in Week 14's game at Pittsburgh.

Holt signed by Saints

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 19:15:12 EST

The Saints have signed safety Torrence Holt a day after the NFL announced the suspensions of six players, including Saints running back Deuce McAllister and defensive end Will Smith.

Ninkovich back with Saints

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 19:11:08 EST

DL Rob Ninkovich, drafted by the Saints in 2006, was signed off of the Dolphins' practice squad on Wednesday. Ninkovich had been playing inside linebacker at Miami, but came to New Orleans as a defensive end out of Purdue.

Vikes sign Kennedy

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:54:40 EST

The Minnesota Vikings have signed DT Jimmy Kennedy who was released by the Jacksonville Jaguars last week. Kennedy will help make up for the likely loss of Vikings defensive tackles Kevin and Pat Williams who have been suspended for the season due to violating the NFL's steroids policy.

Hillenmeyer doesn't practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:07:30 EST

Bears LB Hunter Hillenmeyer missed practice on Wednesday with an Achilles' heel injury. Chicago hosts the Jaguars on Sunday.

Ogunleye doesn't practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:06:22 EST

Bears DE Adewale Ogunleye missed practice on Wednesday with an injured shoulder. The Bears host the Jaguars on Sunday.

Henderson doesn't practice due to illness

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:05:26 EST

Jaguars defensive tackle John Henderson did not practice on Wednesday due to an illness. The Jaguars are at Chicago on Sunday.

Kelsay gets a personal day

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:00:59 EST

With the Bills playing a huge game in Toronto vs. the Dolphins in Week 14, it looks like they're getting some reinforcements. Bills DE Aaron Schobel (foot) and FS Donte Whitner (shoulder) practiced in full on Wednesday and are considered candidates to make their respective returns to the field for Sunday's game. Schobel has missed seven games and Whitner has missed three. Elsewhere for the Bills, CB Jabari Greer missed practiced with his knee injury and DE Chris Kelsay had the day off.

Greer misses practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:00:11 EST

Taylor takes a day to rest

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:00:04 EST

Jaguars RB Fred Taylor missed practice on Wednesday for a non-injury related reason. Like many veteran players, Taylor likely took the day off. The Jaguars are at Chicago on Sunday.

Whitner back at Bills practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:59:24 EST

Royal still not practicing

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:50:15 EST

Bills TE Robert Royal missed practice Wednesday with a hamstring injury that kept him out of the team's Week 13 game vs. San Francisco.

Looks like Z. Miller will play

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:41:36 EST

Oakland TE Zach Miller (groin) was able to practice in full on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for Thursday's Week 14 game against the Chargers. Miller is expected to start and challenge the league's worst pass defense. He was limited in Monday's practice.

Curry listed as questionable

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:36:42 EST

After missing two days of practice, Raiders WR Ronald Curry was limited on Wednesday and has been deemed questionable for Thursday night's game at the Chargers with an ankle injury. The Sacramento Bee reports that Curry is expected to start.

Chargers' Williams likely to play

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:32:56 EST

Chargers DT Jamal Williams was left off the team's injury report and appears to be in line to start vs. Oakland in Week 14.

Tolbert doubtful for Raiders game

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:25:48 EST

San Diego RB Mike Tolbert did not practice on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for Week 14 at Oakland with a shoulder injury and has been listed as doubtful. He is not expected to play in the game, opening the door for Jacob Hester to start and see meaningful minutes at fullback.

Roethlisberger leaves practice early

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:17:52 EST

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger left practice Wednesday after slipping on the field and extending his right knee. Byron Leftwich finished running the practice. Roethlisberger does not think the injury is serious.

QB Edwards to be game-time call

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:10:36 EST

Bills QB Trent Edwards missed practice with a groin injury, opening the possibility of J.P. Losman making his first start in more than a year on Sunday, when Buffalo hosts the Dolphins in Toronto. Noting that Edwards was still "pretty sore," coach Dick Jauron said the decision on the quarterback won't be made until game time. Edwards walked with a slight limp as he watched practice from behind the line of scrimmage.

Lelie questionable for Week 14

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 17:06:06 EST

Raiders wide receiver Ashley Lelie might miss the team's Week 14 game at San Diego with headache problems. Lelie was held out of practice for a second straight day and head coach Tom Cable was unsure if it was a migraine, but listed the veteran receiver as questionable on the injury report.

Young has thumb infection

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:57:46 EST

Titans backup QB Vince Young sat out practice Wednesday with an infection in his right thumb. Coach Jeff Fisher said the Titans will not let him throw for a couple days to let the injury heal. Fisher said Young had an infection in the corner of the cuticle of the thumb on his throwing hand. They put Young on antibiotics after the game with the weekend off. "The antibiotics didn't do the trick. It spread a little bit, so we're just treating the infection. We expect him to play. We're just going to back him down from throwing the next few days," Fisher said.

Palmer to test arm this week

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:47:46 EST

Bengals QB Carson Palmer plans to test his right elbow in the next few days, giving him a better idea of whether he will need reconstructive surgery. Palmer said Wednesday he's still on schedule to throw a football at the end of the week, the first time he's done so in nine weeks. The elbow was injured when his arm got hit as he threw a pass in the third game of the season against the Giants. If Palmer's elbow is still bothering him when he resumes throwing, he'll likely have reconstructive surgery. "Like I keep saying, if I knew I had to have the surgery, I'd already have it done," Palmer said. "I'll see what the doctors say, have it checked out and go with a professional decision from a doctor."

Colts LB Brackett out two weeks

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:34:25 EST

Colts middle linebacker Gary Brackett is expected to miss at least two games with a cracked bone in his lower right leg. Coach Tony Dungy said Wednesday that Brackett would be replaced in the lineup by little-used Buster Davis. Indianapolis signed Davis in September after he was waived by the Detroit Lions.

LB Hobson resurfaces with Bengals

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:29:48 EST

The Bengals signed veteran linebacker Victor Hobson on Wednesday to bolster their injury-plagued defense. A sixth-year pro, Hobson was cut by the New England Patriots just before the regular season began. He played five years for the New York Jets, making 58 starts that included 14 of 16 games last season. He had 62 tackles with two sacks last season. For his career, Hobson has 334 tackles, 11 sacks, three interceptions and five fumble recoveries. The 6-foot, 250-pound second-round draft pick from Michigan joins a team that has lost a half-dozen defensive players to injury. The latest was safety Marvin White, who tore knee ligaments in Sunday's 34-3 loss to Baltimore.

Jags CB Mathis done for '08

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:26:27 EST

Jaguars cornerback Rashean Mathis, who leads the team with four interceptions, sprained the medial collateral ligament in his knee Monday night at Houston and will likely go on injured reserve, ending his season. Mathis, a Pro Bowl selection in 2006 and the first alternate last year, has 33 tackles and one sack this season. "It's not going to require surgery, but they need to let it heal properly," coach Jack Del Rio said on Wednesday. "He'll be immobilized for a couple of weeks, and by the time they get him going again, we're going to run out of time. So he'll not be available the rest of the season."

Colvin back with the Patriots

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 16:23:32 EST

The Patriots shored up their injury-riddled linebacker corps Wednesday by signing veteran free agent Rosevelt Colvin. New England linebackers Adalius Thomas, Eric Alexander and Pierre Woods are sidelined with injuries. Colvin spent five seasons with the Patriots before being released in February. He was signed by the Houston Texans, but was released in August and has not played a game this season.

Schobel at Bills practice

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 11:56:28 EST

Hester looks like a starter for SD

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 11:25:58 EST

Losman might make first '08 start

Wed, 3 Dec 2008 11:10:46 EST

Schaub set to return in Week 14

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 20:04:53 EST

Matt Schaub should return for Houston's Sunday game at Green Bay, barring any setbacks in the recovery of his injured left knee. Schaub, who practiced in full Wednesday, has missed the last four games after he injured his medial collateral ligament early in Houston's loss to Minnesota Nov. 2. He was listed as the backup on Monday night against the Jaguars, but Sage Rosenfels played the entire game. "I think if everything goes OK this week the expectations are that he goes back into his role as our starter," coach Gary Kubiak said. Schaub returned to practice last week and tried to talk Kubiak into letting him play against Jacksonville, but the coach wanted to give him another week to recover. "He was beating my door down last week, telling me he was ready," Kubiak said. "I was comparing his work before he got injured to how he was practicing last week and I saw a little bit of a difference Wednesday and Thursday. I thought he closed the gap on Friday when he practiced more. I'm expecting him to close the gap even more this week."

Jones back on 53-man roster

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 19:17:08 EST

Adam "Pacman" Jones is back in the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys put Jones on their 53-man roster Tuesday after the NFL lifted the cornerback's suspension. Jones missed six games for violating the league's player conduct policy. He previously was suspended for the entire 2007 season while with Tennessee and played in only six games for the Cowboys before the most recent suspension after an alcohol-related scuffle at an upscale Dallas hotel. The NFL allowed Jones to return to practice last week and said then he would be able to return to play Sunday at Pittsburgh. The Cowboys cleared a spot on their roster when they put safety Pat Watkins on injured reserve.

Grady Jackson not suspended yet

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 18:11:40 EST

On Tuesday afternoon, the NFL announced the suspensions for six players who violated the NFL's Policy on Anabolic Steroids and Related Substances. Those players are Saints RB Deuce McAllister, DE Will Smith and DT Charles Grant, Vikings DTs Pat Williams and Kevin Williams and Texans LS Bryan Pittman. All of these players are suspended through the end of the NFL's 2008 regular season and are eligible to return for the playoffs this year if their team advances that far for testing positive for a drug masking agent. Falcons DT Grady Jackson, allegedly among the group of NFL players who tested positive, has yet to receive a suspension as the NFL is still reviewing his case.

Giants suspended Plax, put him on NFI

Tue, 2 Dec 2008 18:07:40 EST

The Giants have suspended WR Plaxico Burress for four games, the remainder of the regular season, and also placed him on the non-football injury list (NFI), effectively ending his 2008 campaign. He is ineligible to play again this season, including the playoffs. Burress' career with the Super Bowl champions is likely over and he could land in jail after being charged Monday with illegal gun possession. Burress accidentally shot himself in the thigh at a nightclub early Saturday morning, and the charges rolled in thereafter because he was carrying an unregistered gun. If convicted, Burress could face 3 1/2 to 15 years in jail, and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg wants him prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.