Archives for: January 2008

Titans pursuing Heimerdinger to run offense again


16th January 2008
The Tennessee Titans are looking to their past, and are pursuing former offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger to fill the vacancy created by the firing of Norm Chow earlier this week.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLA STEAL SHAME | Soccer bett… more »
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Dolphins hire Sparano as coach with 4-year deal


16th January 2008
Dallas Cowboys assistant head coach Tony Sparano is the new Miami Dolphins head coach.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLBroncos, receiver Stokley agree on one-year deal | HONDO TAKES TWO!! | Reports: Bush, family settle with would-be agent more »
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Sources: Ravens offer coaching job to Garrett


16th January 2008
Sources told ESPNs Ed Werder that Cowboys offensive coordinator Jason Garrett has been offered the Ravens coaching position.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFL13/10 About Toon and Gloom at the Cottage | Charges dropped against Broncos WR Marshall… more »
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NEEDLING FEDS


16th January 2008
WASHINGTON - Members of Congress dropped a message yesterday for Roger Clemens or anyone else testifying before them - youd better tell the truth. The leaders of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform announced at yesterdays...This articl… more »

LEBRONS 51 SPARK CAVS


16th January 2008
MEMPHIS - LeBron James scored a season-high 51 points, including 25 in the fourth quarter and overtime, to lead the Cavaliers to a 132-124 victory over the Grizzlies last night. James made 18 of 28 shots and also had nine assists and eight rebounds...Th… more »

MARBURY COULD BE ON LAST LEGS


16th January 2008
Stephon Marbury will do whats best for Stephon Marbury and that is why he is ready to have ankle surgery in a few days that could be season-ending and Knicks-career-ending. Marbury, now in a walking boot, will know more after tomorrows MRI exam...This ar… more »

HEY, TOM: END MR. SOFTY ACT


16th January 2008
Tom Renney talked yesterday about the need for the Rangers to be personally accountable to themselves and their teammates, and so too did Sean Avery, whos likely to return from his third stay on IR for tonights Garden match against the Sabres...This arti… more »

ISLES JUST DONT HAB WHAT IT TAKES


16th January 2008
Ted Nolan warned them about it. Not that he had to. His Islanders already knew the dangers of starting slowly in this first game off an extended cross-country road trip in which they played five games in 10 days. Still, the coachs words - and his...Thi… more »

NO STEPH, NO PROBLEM


16th January 2008
Isiah Thomas said that when his Knicks share the ball, when they pass up contested shots of their own to get wide-open ones for their teammates, theyre playing honest basketball. Well, their new offense - with Stephon Marbury in a walking boot and...Thi… more »

THEYRE ON A STREAK!


16th January 2008
Its time for a contract extension! Isiah Thomas Knicks posted their second straight blowout win last night, routing the Wizards 105-93 at the Garden, racing to a 22-point first-half lead and looking like a team again. Coincidentally, or not, the...This… more »

NETS PRIMED FOR PAYBACK


16th January 2008
There are blemishes on the soul of a season that are so hard to erase. Trailing by double digits in 26 of 37 games; trailing by 20 or more in 10 of those; losing 13 of 22 games at home, including setbacks against the Clippers, Grizzlies, Heat and...This… more »

STEPH NEEDS ANOTHER NEW START


16th January 2008
EVERY time a Giants player in the house was shown on the Garden scoreboard last night, the crowd erupted in joy. When Stephon Marburys face was briefly flashed, the boos rang down. His own hometown fans have had enough of Marbury. Marbury said he...Thi… more »

METS GIVE VALENTIN 2ND LOOK


16th January 2008
The Mets will be bringing back Jose Valentin, the players agent told The Post last night, giving him a minor league deal with an invitation to major league spring training. Valentin, 38, was a huge contributor for the Mets in 2006, hitting .271...This a… more »

Pacman accused of punching woman at strip club


16th January 2008
A woman is seeking an arrest warrant against suspended Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones, claiming he punched her at an Atlanta strip club.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLRonaldinho expects more of himself for second match | Clayton: Firs… more »
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Pats to honor girl in N.E. jersey booed in Indy


16th January 2008
The Patriots will honor a 14-year-old girl booed in Indianapolis for wearing a Pats jersey.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLFins coach says no to Ricky | SANTANA MAY ROCK BIG APPLE | LEE LIKELY DONE FOR SEASON more »
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Branch to have surgery


16th January 2008
Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren said today that wide receiver Deion Branch will have surgery on his left knee to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLBrowns sign OL McKinney | JAMES CLANG | SOX FANS AWAI… more »
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New GM Dimitroff ready to turn around Falcons


16th January 2008
Thomas Dimitroff knows how he wants the Atlanta Falcons to operate: just like his previous employer.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLToomer not worried about knee, ready for camp | Texans bolster backfield, agree with Packers Green | ANNIKA’S GA… more »
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Bengals hire Falcons Zimmer as D-coordinator


16th January 2008
Falcons defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer was hired Tuesday for the same role with the Bengals, who have been dragged down by their defense for years.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLSOX FANS AWAIT PAPELBONS JIG | Upshaw re-elected as director o… more »
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Carter, Green announced as Hall of Fame finalists


16th January 2008
Cris Carter and Darrell Green are finalists in balloting for the Pro Football Hall of Fame in their first year of eligibility.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLCALL IT PORT SAINT PEDRO | MISS STEPH | Atlanta Hawks vs. Detroit Pistons Props more »
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Cal junior WR Jackson decides to enter NFL draft


15th January 2008
California junior wide receiver DeSean Jackson said he will enter the NFL draft.This article is courtesy of ESPN.com - NFLKubiak: QB Schaub still experiencing headaches | Shanahan: Injured Scheffler should make camp | HOPKINS IS THINKING BIG more »
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Jaguars Hawkins charged with drunken driving


15th January 2008
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Brent Hawkins was arrested and charged with drunken driving after he was stopped for speeding on his way home from a night out.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballNew Packers coach hoping to have Favre back… more »
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Pasquarelli: First look at Giants-Packers NFC title game


15th January 2008
The Giants and Packers will battle to decide the NFCs representative at the Super Bowl. Len Pasquarelli answers five questions about the conference title game.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballDEFENSE ON LOCKDOWN | RED SOX SWEEP | Raiders i… more »
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Skins interview Williams again; Mora, others next


15th January 2008
Assistant coach Gregg Williams interviewed again Monday for the Washington Redskins coaching vacancy, and the team was also making plans to speak to Jim Mora, Jim Caldwell and Ron Meeks.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballJAMES CLANG | COLOR… more »
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Chargers Rivers questionable, LT feels better


15th January 2008
LaDainian Tomlinson said during a news conference Monday that an MRI showed he has a hyperextended knee that is "nothing serious," but Philip Rivers is more banged up.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballFins coach says no to Ricky | Vikings C… more »
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Dungy, wife to discuss, make decision in a week


15th January 2008
Tony Dungy, as expected, said he and his wife will mull over their options and Dungys future as coach of the Indianapolis Colts, with a decision to be reached by next week.This article is courtesy of Sports News Football | Redskins Taylor critical after… more »
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Michigans Manningham decides to enter NFL draft


15th January 2008
Mario Manningham will skip his senior season at Michigan to enter the NFL draft.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballEagles coach Reid will return from leave on Friday | LEADING MAN | WE WUZ ROBBED! more »
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Arkansas McFadden declares for draft


14th January 2008
Arkansas Darren McFadden will forgo his final season of college eligibility and enter the 2008 NFL draft.This article is courtesy of Sports News FootballBRITISH LINKS - IN BAYONNE | Notes and quotes from the Tennis Masters Cup | Source: Vick a heavyweigh… more »
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