By Sessler, Marc The receiver-needy San Francisco 49ers are lining up Vernon Davis out wide. Based on one report, it’s paying off, as the tight end quickly has become Colin Kaepernick’s top option downfield. …read more
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D.J. Williams injured at Chicago Bears practice
By Sessler, Marc The Bears announced that D.J. Williams left Wednesday’s practice with an undisclosed injury. Williams was signed in March to replace the departed Brian Urlacher at middle linebacker. …read more
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Marc Trestman, Chicago Bears trying out read option?
By Sessler, Marc The Chicago Tribune reported Tuesday that the “building blocks” for the read option are evident at coach Marc Trestman’s first Chicago Bears training camp. With Jay Cutler at the wheel, can this work? …read more
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Meyer: OSU players 'taught to walk away'
By ESPN.com news services Ohio State coach Urban Meyer says had running back Carlos Hyde been charged as a result of an assault investigation that was closed Tuesday, the top running back for the Buckeyes would have been dismissed from the team. …read more
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Source: Phillies won't trade Lee at deadline
By ESPN.com news services The Philadelphia Phillies will not trade ace pitcher Cliff Lee prior to Wednesday’s non-waiver deadline, a source told ESPN’s Jim Bowden. …read more
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Report: Vernon Davis top ‘deep threat’ for 49ers
By Sessler, Marc The receiver-needy San Francisco 49ers are lining up Vernon Davis out wide. Based on one report, it’s paying off, as the tight end quickly has become Colin Kaepernick’s top option downfield. …read more
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Today's MLB starting lineups: July 31
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs. …read more
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MLB Notebook: Bucs' hurlers setting bar high
By Roger Schlueter In the first game of a doubleheader on Tuesday, the Pirates defeated the Cardinals, 2-1, in 11 innings. In the second game, the Bucs pitched a shutout, continuing a trend of historic stinginess on the hill. …read more
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Bills' Williams: Foot injury 'not that serious'
By Mike Rodak Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams did not participate in Wednesday’s practice but downplayed the severity of his foot injury. …read more
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Utley, Phils discussing contract extension
By Todd Zolecki The Phillies have been talking with Chase Utley about a contract extension, which is why he will not be traded before Wednesday’s Trade Deadline. …read more
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Jerry Jones expects Dez Bryant to play for Cowboys
By NFL.com Tony Romo’s status for Sunday’s Hall of Fame Game has been a hot topic. Meanwhile, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expects hobbled wide receiver Dez Bryant to play. …read more
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Seahawks hope Percy Harvin is back for Thanksgiving
By Rosenthal, Gregg The panic in Seattle has started to subside. The Seahawks are now planning for life without Percy Harvin, and when he’ll be back. …read more
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No timetable for Mario Williams’ return to Buffalo Bills
By Sessler, Marc Mario Williams is back, well, kinda. The Buffalo Bills announced Wednesday that their expensive pass rusher was back with the team, but when will Williams practice again? …read more
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Jets’ Geno Smith tries to emulate icon Michael Jordan
By NFL.com Geno Smith wants to be like Michael Jordan. The rookie quarterback of the New York Jets said he tries to emulate the NBA legend’s leadership and work ethic. …read more
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MLB informs union which players will be suspended
By Joey Nowak Major League Baseball reportedly has told the Players Association that it intends to suspend Alex Rodriguez and eight other players this week for acquiring performance-enhancing drugs from the Biogenesis clinic in Miami. An announcement is expected to be made this week. …read more
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Blaine Gabbert back at Jacksonville Jaguars practice
By Sessler, Marc Blaine Gabbert was in full pads with his ankle wrapped for Wednesday’s practice after suffering a right ankle injury in Monday’s session, the Jacksonville Jaguars announced. …read more
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Report: Chicago Bears thinking read-option offense
By Sessler, Marc The Chicago Tribune reported Tuesday that the “building blocks” for the read option are evident at coach Marc Trestman’s first Chicago Bears camp. With Jay Cutler at the wheel, can this work? …read more
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Report: Chicago Bears thinking read option offense
By Sessler, Marc The Chicago Tribune reported Tuesday that the “building blocks” for the read-option are evident at coach Marc Trestman’s first Bears camp. With Jay Cutler at the wheel, can this work? …read more
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Ovechkin 'Spy' ad named one of ESPN's best
Alex Ovechkin already has won a Rocket Richard and Hart Trophy this season, and now he could be up for another honor.
Ovechkin’s “This is SportsCenter” commercial has been named one of the 10 best in the history of ESPN’s popular, long-running… …read more
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Mario Williams returns to Buffalo Bills practice
By Sessler, Marc Mario Williams is back. The Buffalo Bills announced that their star pass rusher returned to practice on Wednesday after leaving training camp to have his foot examined by off-campus doctors. …read more
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