Air-supported roof that covers Dallas Cowboys indoor practice field collapses in stormIRVING, Texas — Four Dallas Cowboys staff members were injured Saturday when the roof of the team’s indoor practice facility collapsed. Buffalo Bills counting on rookie TE Shawn Nelson to catch on quickly in passing attackORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills are hoping rookie tight end Shawn Nelson will be playing a role in a revamped passing attack, which also features Terrell (TEHR’-ehl) Owens. Ex-Steeler Bryant McFadden hopes to win another ring with CardinalsTEMPE, Ariz. — Cornerback Bryant McFadden left the Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers during the offseason to sign with the Arizona Cardinals, whom the Steelers beat in Tampa in February. Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt still haunted by Super BowlTEMPE, Ariz. — Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt still hasn’t watched a tape of the Cardinals’ loss to Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl. Jets rookie lineman Matt Slauson never let speech problem define himFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Blocking big defensive linemen is easy for Matt Slauson, especially compared to the trouble a simple sentence can give him. Air-supported bubble that covers Dallas Cowboys indoor practice field collapses in stormIRVING, Texas — An air-supported practice bubble that covers a practice at the Dallas Cowboys’ facility collapsed during a strong thunderstorm on Saturday. Bengals fans already embracing USC linebacker Rey MaualugaCINCINNATI — On his first night in town, Rey Maualuga realized he was already popular. Steelers already focusing on avoiding Super Bowl letdownPITTSBURGH — Mike Tomlin wasn’t coaching the Pittsburgh Steelers when their Super Bowl-winning season of 2005 was followed by a series of mishaps, letdowns and losses. That doesn’t mean he’s not familiar with what can happen when a team tries to live off its title too long. Marshall tailback, defensive back suspended after being arrested on drug chargesBARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. — Two Marshall University football players have been suspended after being arrested on drug charges in western West Virginia. Lions hire Washburn, who previously worked for Ravens, as assistant offensive line coachALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have hired Jeremiah Washburn as assistant offensive line coach. Animal-rights group denies that it plans public service ads with disgraced quarterbackAn animal-rights group said Friday it has no plans to do public-service advertisements with Michael Vick after the disgraced quarterback is released from prison. Seahawks linebacker Leroy Hill happy to be back with team after 3 days as free agentRENTON, Wash. — Starting linebacker Leroy Hill says he is happy to be back with the Seattle Seahawks after his three-day stint as a free agent. Browns coach Mangini says undrafted Texas Tech QB Harrell makes good 1st impression in tryoutBEREA, Ohio — Former Texas Tech star quarterback Graham Harrell has a lot to prove in three days. Steven Jackson confident Rams’ line upgrades will help him thriveST. LOUIS — Steven Jackson was one of the NFL’s best running backs before the St. Louis Rams concentrated on offensive line upgrades in the offseason. Vikings draft pick Harvin hospitalized with dehydration, swine flu ruled outEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Percy Harvin has been hospitalized due to severe dehydration Lions’ coach Jim Schwartz says quarterback Matthew Stafford “overanxious” in his 1st practiceALLEN PARK, Mich. — Matthew Stafford looked spectacular at times, fitting spirals in tight places and delivering pinpoint passes downfield. Arizona’s Boldin, Dockett show up for minicamp but sit out with “injuries”TEMPE, Ariz. — Wide receiver Anquan Boldin and defensive tackle Darnell Dockett showed up for the Arizona Cardinals minicamp but begged off of workouts because of “injuries.” Congress’ game-changing call to college football: Switch BCS to playoffWASHINGTON — Tackling an issue sure to rouse sports fans, lawmakers pressed college football officials Friday to switch the Bowl Championship Series to a playoff, with one Texas Republican likening the current system to communism and joking it should be labeled “BS,” not “BCS.” WR Shaun McDonald among 3 free agents signed by SteelersPITTSBURGH — Wide receiver Shaun McDonald, punter Dirk Johnson and cornerback Keiwan Ratliff were among five free agents who signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers prior to the start of their minicamp on Friday. Jets sign 17 undrafted free agents for rookie camp, including former Harvard QB Chris PizzottiFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets have signed 17 undrafted free agents to participate in their rookie minicamp, including former Harvard quarterback Chris Pizzotti. Detroit Lions release DB Fisher, QB Henson and sign younger brother of Arizona’s BoldinALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have released defensive back Travis Fisher and quarterback Drew Henson and signed wide receiver Demir Boldin. Stalemate: DE Julius Peppers a no-show for start of Carolina Panthers minicampCHARLOTTE, N.C. — It would be understandable if Julius Peppers’ teammates were angry. Lawmaker compares college football’s BCS system to communism, says it can’t be fixedWASHINGTON — A congressman who wants to see college football adopt a playoff system is comparing the Bowl Championship Series to communism. BCS coordinator tells Congress playoff system threat to bowl gamesWASHINGTON — Tackling an issue sure to rouse sports fans, lawmakers pressed college football officials Friday on switching the Bowl Championship Series to a playoff, with one Texas Republican calling the current system as unworkable as communism and joking it should be labeled “BS,” not “BCS.” BCS coordinator tells Congress playoff system would threaten bowl gamesWASHINGTON — The coordinator of the Bowl Championship Series says a switch to a playoff system would threaten the existence of celebrated bowl games. Congress to examine fairness, financing of college football’s Bowl Championship SeriesWASHINGTON — Members of Congress are interested in learning more about the Bowl Championship Series and whether it is a fair way of choosing a college football champion. Patriots top draft pick Patrick Chung is a hard hitter and leader _ like Rodney HarrisonFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Patrick Chung loves to smack opponents to the ground. Now he’d love to learn about playing safety in the NFL from a master — Rodney Harrison. Steelers start minicamp without inside linebacker Larry Foote, or much dramaPITTSBURGH — Unlike coach Mike Tomlin’s first minicamp two years ago, there probably won’t be much drama when the Pittsburgh Steelers begin their lone mandatory offseason practices Friday. 49ers sign LB Marques Harris, 12 undrafted free agentsSANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers have signed linebacker Marques Harris to a one-year contract. 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. |
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