By NFL.com The Chicago Bears have shown some signs of read-option with quarterback Jay Cutler, but claim they have zero plans to do so during the season. Unless, of course, they change their minds. …read more
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Chiefs OC: Alex Smith is ‘the best in the league’
By NFL.com The Kansas City Chiefs traded two draft picks for Alex Smith. Chiefs offensive coordinator Doug Pederson believes they got the best quarterback in the NFL in that trade. …read more
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Patrick Willis reportedly injures hand, will have X-ray
By NFL.com San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis reportedly injured his right hand at practice on Wednesday and will have an X-ray on Thursday. …read more
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Nick Barnett, Washington Redskins agree to contract
By Wesseling, Chris Nick Barnett agreed to a one-year contract with the Washington Redskins on Wednesday, giving the team some much-needed depth at linebacker. …read more
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Ryan Lilja, Denver Broncos agree to 1-year contract
By Hanzus, Dan The Denver Broncos have imported another option at center. The team announced Wednesday that Ryan Lilja has agreed to a one-year contract, teaming him with Peyton Manning once again. …read more
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N.Y. Jets’ Chris Ivory suffers setback with hamstring
By Hanzus, Dan Chris Ivory is still battling the effects of a stubborn hamstring injury. The New York Jets running back was forced back to the sideline Wednesday after his sore hamstring acted up at the start of practice. …read more
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Ryan Lilja agrees to 1-year deal with Broncos
By Hanzus, Dan The Denver Broncos have imported another option at center. NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reported Wednesday that Ryan Lilja has come out of retirement to agree on a one-year contract. …read more
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Ryan Lilja unretires, signs with Denver Broncos
By Hanzus, Dan The Denver Broncos have imported another option at center. NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reported Wednesday that Ryan Lilja has come out of retirement to agree on a one-year contract. …read more
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49ers rookie Marcus Lattimore aims for Week 10 return
By Wesseling, Chris San Francisco 49ers rookie Marcus Lattimore originally hoped to suit up in time for the regular-season opener. Is a mid-season return a more realistic scenario? …read more
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Chip Kelly has ‘no issue’ playing at the pace of officials
By Hanzus, Dan Chip Kelly likes to run a fast-paced offense. Now that he’s taken his act to the NFL, will he have to slow down? On Wednesday, the Eagles coach said he isn’t worried about the pace of the game. …read more
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Eagles fine Riley Cooper for insensitive comments
By Hanzus, Dan Riley Cooper is facing consequences after a video surfaced of the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver using racially insensitive language at a concert. Cooper issued a public apology Wednesday. …read more
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Percy Harvin won’t be rushed back, Pete Carroll says
By Wesseling, Chris The Seattle Seahawks are aiming for Percy Harvin’s return by Thanksgiving, Ian Rapoport reported. Coach Pete Carroll told “ITC” on Wednesday that Harvin won’t be rushed back into the lineup. …read more
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Percy Harvin won’t be rushed back, Carroll says
By Wesseling, Chris The Seattle Seahawks are aiming for Percy Harvin’s return by Thanksgiving, Ian Rapoport reported. Coach Pete Carroll told “ITC Live” on Wednesday that Harvin won’t be rushed back into the lineup. …read more
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Riley Cooper apologizes for insensitive comments
By Hanzus, Dan Riley Cooper is facing consequences after a video surfaced of the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver using racially insensitive language at a concert. Cooper issued a public apology Wednesday. …read more
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Geno Smith’s conditioning ‘fine to me,’ Rex Ryan says
By Hanzus, Dan So is Geno Smith out of shape? Not according to New York Jets coach Rex Ryan, who said his rookie quarterback looks fine. Smith chose not to address the comments made by NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger. …read more
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Rex Ryan: Geno Smith’s conditioning is ‘fine to me’
By Hanzus, Dan So is Geno Smith out of shape? Not according to Jets coach Rex Ryan, who said his rookie quarterback looks fine. Smith chose not to address the comments made by NFL Network’s Brian Baldinger. …read more
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Andrew Luck confident Pep Hamilton is right for Colts
By Wesseling, Chris Will the Indianapolis Colts see a decline on offense after losing Bruce Arians to the Arizona Cardinals? “Meal Ticket” Andrew Luck is confident in new offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton. …read more
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Rex Ryan: Wildcat ‘here to stay’ for New York Jets
By Sessler, Marc Rex Ryan told reporters Wednesday that his New York Jets plan to use more Wildcat, not less, in 2013. Why is the Jets coach so enamored with the subpackage? …read more
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Report: Broncos’ Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie hurt
By Sessler, Marc More trouble at training camp for the Denver Broncos, where Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie reportedly was carted off the field during Wednesday’s session with a leg injury. …read more
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NFL, NFLPA announce significant changes to Pro Bowl
By Hanzus, Dan The NFL and NFL Players Association announced major changes to the format of the Pro Bowl, effective in 2014. Say hello to Deion Sanders and Jerry Rice, alumni captains — and roster makers. …read more
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