NFC West Division
Patriots fan favorite Tatupu dies
Feb 24, 2010 13:52 EST
Mosi Tatupu, Patriots fan favorite and father of Seahawks linebacker Lofa Tatupu, dies. Mosi Tatupu, one of the most popular players in New England Patriots history known for his inspired special teams play, has died.
Disgruntled gang member killed Williams: prosecutor
Feb 23, 2010 19:14 EST
New Year's revelry that left a gang member feeling disrespected led the man to shoot indiscriminately into a limousine, killing Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams, prosecutors said Tuesday.
Rams cutting many season ticket prices
Feb 22, 2010 16:47 EST
Rams, after 1-15 season, cutting prices on many season tickets. The St. Louis Rams are reducing ticket prices for next season the majority of seats at the Edward Jones Dome.
Big-name athletes lend star power, pep talk
Feb 21, 2010 22:05 EST
VANCOUVER (Reuters) - Big-name athletes are giving Olympic curling a boost by lending both their star power and locker-room motivational techniques.
Skip shuffle gives U.S. team first win
Feb 19, 2010 22:05 EST
VANCOUVER (Reuters) - The U.S. men's curling team won its first game of the Olympics on Friday after benching its captain, who floundered in four previous losses, in favor of a young, skateboarding alternate.
American men's curlers beat France for 1st win
Feb 19, 2010 20:02 EST
Cleaning house: Cheered by NFL star Vernon Davis, US men curlers beat France for 1st win. The U.S. men curlers have their first Olympic victory, beating France 4-3 after four straight losses.
US skip Shuster benched for France match
Feb 19, 2010 17:06 EST
Winless at 0-4, US skip John Shuster benched for curling match against France. U.S. skip John Shuster was benched for the winless American men in Friday's curling match with France.
Pro Bowl tight end Vernon Davis arrives at curling
Feb 19, 2010 16:43 EST
San Francisco 49ers Pro Bowl tight end Vernon Davis arrives at Olympic curling to cheer US. Vernon Davis is in the house.
Peppers heads potential unrestricted free agents
Feb 18, 2010 18:42 EST
Peppers, Owens and Sharper highlight list of 235 potential unrestricted free agents in NFL. Carolina defensive end Julius Peppers, Buffalo wide receiver Terrell Owens and New Orleans safety Darren Sharper are among 235 NFL players scheduled to become unrestricted free agents next month.
New arena league targeting 4 large markets
Feb 17, 2010 15:44 EST
New arena league looking to expand into Philly, Denver, Pittsburgh and southern California. The Arena Football League, reborn under new leadership after folding last year, is already looking to add teams in Philadelphia, Southern California, Denver and Pittsburgh.
Oakland's Janikowski signs richest deal for kicker: report
Feb 16, 2010 17:46 EST
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - The Oakland Raiders have re-signed Sebastian Janikowski to the richest contract given to an NFL kicker, the Oakland Tribune reported on Tuesday.
Browns sign scout, defensive back
Feb 12, 2010 16:10 EST
Browns sign Tom Headlee as pro scout, free agent DB John Bowie. The Cleveland Browns have hired Tom Headlee as a pro scout and signed free agent defensive back John Bowie.
St. Louis Rams to be sold to Illinois businessman
Feb 11, 2010 18:37 EST
St. Louis Rams' owners to sell team to Illinois businessman; NFL approval needed. Rumors that the St. Louis Rams were being sold have been rampant the past couple of years, raising concerns that the franchise would end its recent sad-sack run with a move out of town.
Jacksonville Jaguars release Holt, Thomas, Meier
Feb 11, 2010 16:41 EST
Jacksonville Jaguars release aging veterans Torry Holt, Tra Thomas, Rob Meier. The Jacksonville Jaguars have released receiver Torry Holt, left tackle Tra Thomas and defensive tackle Rob Meier.
Sounders hire BBC's White as 'football' announcer
Feb 10, 2010 21:04 EST
Seattle Sounders import BBC vet Arlo White as announcer for 2nd season of MLS 'football'. Arlo White has broadcast soccer from London's cathedral of the sport, Wembley Stadium. He's been all over England's Premier League as a host for the British Broadcasting Corporation for the last decade.
Rams hire Cromwell to coach wide receivers
Feb 10, 2010 20:41 EST
Cromwell rejoins Rams organization as wide receivers coach. The St. Louis Rams hired Nolan Cromwell, a former four-time Pro Bowl defensive back with the franchise, to coach wide receivers.
Texans extend Kubiak's contract
Feb 10, 2010 14:23 EST
Texans coach Gary Kubiak gets contract extension through 2012 season. Houston Texans owner Bob McNair watched with admiration as the New Orleans Saints celebrated their first Super Bowl victory.
Mo. mulls bill restricting youths with concussions
Feb 09, 2010 20:13 EST
Mo. considers requiring medical clearance for young athletes to return after concussions. Young athletes who suffer concussions would not be allowed to return to practice or games without written medical clearance under legislation proposed in Missouri.
Nevada casinos win $6.86M on Super Bowl bets
Feb 09, 2010 19:25 EST
Nevada casinos win $6.86M on Super Bowl bets; $82.7M wagered in 182 sports books. Nevada casinos won almost $6.9 million on this year's Super Bowl as bettors wagered $82.7 million on the NFL title game, gambling regulators said Tuesday.
Studio tied to Saints dispute ordered liquidated
Feb 09, 2010 17:01 EST
Defunct movie studio tied to Saints money dispute ordered into liquidation. A judge on Tuesday ordered into liquidation a defunct Louisiana movie studio tied to a $1.7 million dispute with New Orleans Saints players and coaches.
