Top picks Raji, Matthews join other rookies for Packers’ orientation campGREEN BAY, Wis. — B.J. Raji and Clay Matthews are in for some culture shock in the NFL’s smallest market. At least they were smart enough to prepare for it. Pain-free Paterno says he ‘coached’ this spring after feeling like a supervisor last seasonNEW YORK — Joe Paterno felt like he was in charge again this spring. Porter, Duhart _ suspended from spring practice _ leave Pitt football teamPITTSBURGH — Senior wide receiver T.J. Porter and senior defensive lineman Tommie Duhart have left Pitt’s football team and plan to transfer to another school, according to a statement issued by coach Dave Wannstedt. Ex-NFL RB Lawrence Phillips to be tried on charges that he attacked girlfriend in 2005SAN DIEGO — Former NFL running back Lawrence Phillips will go to trial on charges that he attacked his girlfriend in 2005. Heisman Trophy winners Brown, Torretta lead latest class of College Football Hall of FamersNEW YORK — Tim Brown played on a high school football team that won four games in three seasons and he went to Notre Dame thinking about a career as a computer scientist. New College Football Hall of Famer Torretta presides over opening bell at NasdaqNEW YORK — Newly elected College Football Hall of Famer Gino Torretta is presiding over the opening bell at the Nasdaq stock market. Indaina dismisses senior wide receiver Kellen Lewis from football teamBLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana gave Kellen Lewis a second chance. IU dismisses senior receiver Kellen Lewis from football teamBLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana receiver Kellen Lewis has been dismissed from the football team for an undisclosed violation of team rules. Results of football coaches’ poll review to be revealed to AFCA board next weekWACO, Texas — The results of a three-month review of the USA Today coaches’ college football poll will be presented next week during the annual spring meeting of the American Football Coaches Association’s board of trustees. House subcommittee to hold hearing on Bowl Championship SeriesWASHINGTON — The political football that is the Bowl Championship Series lands in Congress this week as lawmakers examine whether the system for awarding a national championship is fair. Navy signs agreement to appear in 2013 Armed Forces BowlANNAPOLIS, Md. — Navy has signed an agreement to appear in the 2013 Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, Tex. Arizona Cardinals release running back Edgerrin James, 2 othersPHOENIX — The Arizona Cardinals granted running back Edgerrin James’ wish to be released on Tuesday and cut two others who played significant roles in the team’s run to the Super Bowl. Punter Kevin Huber gets to play for another hometown team _ the BengalsCINCINNATI — Kevin Huber was steering his golf cart toward the 17th hole — a 369-yard, par-4 on a gently winding course along the Ohio River — when his cell phone buzzed. Another masterpiece? Colts, Polian find way to plug holes by following same draft game planINDIANAPOLIS — Bill Polian stuck to his usual NFL draft plan and played the board perfectly, with a slight adaptation or two. RUSSO ON FOOTBALL: One team’s risky pick is another team’s bold move in NFL draftNEW YORK — In college football there’s a theory, supported by some solid evidence, that a high school player’s rating is influenced by the schools recruiting him. Jets trade with Detroit, select Iowa RB Shonn Greene to start 2nd round of NFL draftNEW YORK — The New York Jets began the second day of the NFL draft in much the same fashion they impacted the opening round the previous day. Jets trade with Detroit, take Iowa RB Shonn Greene to start second day of draftNEW YORK — If there’s an NFL executive Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum hasn’t approached with an offer to trade up in the draft, he should be ready for a call next year. Arizona selects Ohio State RB Wells with No. 31 selectionTEMPE, Ariz. — The Arizona Cardinals have selected running back Chris “Beanie” Wells of Ohio State with the 31st pick overall in the NFL draft. Packers build up defense, take DT Raji at No. 9 and trade up to take LB MatthewsGREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers added a big piece to their rebuilding defense in the first round of the NFL draft, taking Boston College defensive tackle B.J. Raji with the No. 9 overall pick on Saturday. NFL DRAFT: Lions make Matthew Stafford the No. 1 pick in NFL draft, Jets trade to get SanchezNEW YORK — Matthew Stafford’s mission is daunting: Lead the Detroit Lions back from the only 0-16 season in NFL history. Mark Sanchez has nearly as big a challenge: He’ll compete to replace Brett Favre. NFL DRAFT: Lions make Matthew Stafford the No. 1 pick in NFL draft, Jets trade to get SanchezNEW YORK — Matthew Stafford’s mission is daunting: Lead the Detroit Lions back from the only 0-16 season in NFL history. Mark Sanchez has nearly as big a challenge: He’ll compete to replace Brett Favre. Denver bypasses defense with top pick and grabs Georgia running back Knowshon MorenoENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos bypassed their many needs on defense and surprisingly picked Georgia running back Knowshon Moreno with the 12th pick of the NFL draft on Saturday. Packers keep building up defense, take Boston College DT Raji at No. 9 overallGREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers filled a critical need on their rebuilding defense in the first round of the NFL draft, taking Boston College defensive tackle B.J. Raji with the No. 9 overall pick on Saturday. With No. 3 overall pick, Chiefs take LSU defensive end Tyson JacksonKANSAS CITY, Mo. — With his first draft selection as the man in charge in Kansas City, Scott Pioli took dead aim at the most glaring of his new team’s many needs. Rams opt for safe bet, selecting Baylor’s Jason Smith with second pick of NFL draft.ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Rams filled their greatest need with the second pick of the NFL draft, taking offensive tackle Jason Smith of Baylor on Saturday. Pryor passes for 2 TDs in 30 seconds before record crowd of 95,722 at Ohio State spring gameCOLUMBUS, Ohio — A national spring game record crowd of 95,722 came out to enjoy the high temperatures and watch Terrelle Pryor throw two long touchdown passes in 30 seconds, leading the Gray over the Scarlet 23-3 on Saturday at sun-drenched Ohio Stadium. NFL DRAFT: Georgia QB Matthew Stafford drafted first overall by DetroitNEW YORK — Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford has been selected first overall in the NFL draft by the Detroit Lions. NFL DRAFT: For top draftees, losing might be constant companion for rest of 2008NEW YORK — If there are two things the likely top selections in the NFL draft have in common, they are winning and losing. Lions agree to 6-year deal with Georgia quarterback Matthew Stafford on eve of NFL draftDETROIT — Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions agreed on a six-year deal Friday night, his agents told The Associated Press. After winning big gamble on Ryan last year, Atlanta doubles down with Gonzalez tradeThe NFL draft hasn’t even begun, but we already know who won. |
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