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Jan 1, 2008 4:07 PM CST

Ravens Ax Billick After 9 Years

5-11 slate proves last straw for owner

(Newser) - One day after his team completed a 5-11 season with a final victory over Pittsburgh, Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti yesterday fired head coach Brian Billick, the Baltimore Sun reports. "I can't explain to you how tough a decision it is," Bisciotti said at a press conference this afternoon....

'Skins End Season of Loss in Playoffs

OPINION

Dec 31, 2007 11:50 AM CST

'Skins End Season of Loss in Playoffs

Grieving team stuck together to make improbable rebound

(Newser) - After dropping four games in a row and losing murdered teammate Sean Taylor, the Washington Redskins looked all but done for the season. Starting QB Jason Campbell was injured, other players were distracted by family issues, and coach Joe Gibbs made a rookie-level slipup that cost his team a game....

Bills GM Levy to Resign

Dec 31, 2007 5:52 AM CST

Bills GM Levy to Resign

Winningest coach in Bills history leaving after two years on the job

(Newser) - Following a 17-9 season-ending loss to the Eagles yesterday, 82-year-old general manager Marv Levy, formerly the winningest coach in Bills' history, will be stepping down after two years on the job, the Buffalo News reports. An official announcement is expected by the end of the week.

Titans Fell Colts as Starters Sit

Dec 31, 2007 4:41 AM CST

Titans Fell Colts as Starters Sit

Tennessee pulls out 16-10 win to nail final playoff spot

(Newser) - Colts stars Peyton Manning and Reggie Wayne played long enough last night to cement individual benchmarks for the season, and no more, the Indianapolis Star reports. In a game of little consequence to Indianapolis, and everything at stake for Tennessee, the Titans pulled out a 16-10 win, earning the AFC's...

Pats/Giants Net Most Viewers Since '95

Dec 31, 2007 4:04 AM CST

Pats/Giants Net Most Viewers Since '95

34.5 million watched game on NFL Network, CBS and NBC

(Newser) - The Patriots' final step to an undefeated regular season—Saturday's victory over the Giants—attracted an estimated 34.5 million viewers, according to the Hollywood Reporter. The tally is the largest the NFL has managed since the 1995 Chiefs-Cowboys Thanksgiving game. The millions were divided among CBS and NBC, who...

Panthers Send Testaverde Out With a Win

Dec 30, 2007 9:44 PM CST

Panthers Send Testaverde Out With a Win

In Houston, Texans finish at .500 for first time in franchise history

(Newser) - Vinny Testaverde ended his pro football career where it began—in Tampa—taking the final snap of Carolina's 31-23 meaningless win over the Buccaneers. The Panthers took advantage of Tampa resting seven starters in preparation for next week's playoff game against the New York Giants. Leaving the field, Testaverde hugged...

'Skins Steamroll Cowboys 27-6

Dec 30, 2007 9:38 PM CST

'Skins Steamroll Cowboys 27-6

Win clinches playoff slot for Washington

(Newser) - The Cowboys have already clinched their top seed, so today's blowout loss to the determined Redskins won't influence Dallas's playoff schedule. It may affect egos, however: the Cowboys managed a single rushing yard and Tony Romo threw for just 86 yards and a pick, AP reports. Washington, on the other...

Broncos Dash Vikings' Playoff Hopes in OT

Dec 30, 2007 9:09 PM CST

Broncos Dash Vikings' Playoff Hopes in OT

Chargers clinch 3-slot by beating Raiders; Jets get pointless win in OT

(Newser) - The Broncos added the title of spoiler to their 7-9 record this season, as a 22-19 overtime win let Denver deny Minnesota any chance at a playoff berth, reports the Denver Post. Vikings quarterback Tavaris Jackson lost a fumble to an overtime sack, allowing the turnover that led to Jason...

Cards Clinch First Non-
Losing Season Since 1998

Dec 30, 2007 9:05 PM CST

Cards Clinch First Non- Losing Season Since 1998

Steelers backups fall short in Baltimore finale

(Newser) - Against the hapless Rams, the Cardinals clinched just their third non-losing season in the team's 20-year Arizona history. Kurt Warner paced the 48-19 rout with 300 yards and three touchdowns, two to Larry Fitzgerald, who finished with a fantasy-friendly 171 yards. Marc Bulger threw for just 176, two picks, and...

Hester, Bears Knock Playoff Halo Off Saints

Dec 30, 2007 6:00 PM CST

Hester, Bears Knock Playoff Halo Off Saints

Atlanta outscores Seattle's 2nd string, Browns best San Fran

(Newser) - Chicago played spoiler for the second straight week, this time out-hustling New Orleans 33-25 despite gaining only 275 yards to the Saints' 413. The Bears' Devin Hester scored a record sixth kick return touchdown on the season and tacked on a TD reception in the win. Saints quarterback Drew Brees...

Detroit Lions to Can Martz

Dec 30, 2007 6:25 AM CST

Detroit Lions to Can Martz

Struggling Niners would be a possibility for offensive whiz

(Newser) - Mike Martz, the mind behind the Rams' "Greatest Show on Turf" early in this decade, will be fired as offensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions following their game today at Green Bay, reports the Los Angeles Times. While expected to turn the Lions into the same high-powered attack crew...

Patriots Achieve Perfection

Dec 29, 2007 11:51 PM CST

Patriots Achieve Perfection

Giants put up fight but can't stop New England's sweet 16

(Newser) - The Giants didn't get the memo that their matchup with unbeaten New England was meaningless, as they put up a commendable fight in a 38-35 loss, reports The New York Times. The Patriots became the first team to finish the regular season undefeated since 1972, and also set several records...

Parcells Ready to Take Reins

Dec 28, 2007 1:42 PM CST

Parcells Ready to Take Reins

New VP's plan for Dolphins doesn't include coaching

(Newser) - Bill Parcells was officially introduced yesterday as the Dolphins' VP of football operations and is ready to get down to work, the Miami Herald reports. "We've got things to do," the new head honcho said of his 1-14 team. One of those things may be to find a...

Giants Have Eyes on Prize
in Pats Game

Dec 27, 2007 2:25 PM CST

Giants Have Eyes on Prize in Pats Game

NY sets out to sabotage bid for history

(Newser) - Though a fixed playoff picture seemingly gives the Giants nothing to play for in Saturday's game against the unbeaten Patriots, New York wouldn't mind playing the spoiler. “No one in here is screaming ‘Let's rest!' I can tell you that," running back Brandon Jacobs tells the...

Giants Fans Intercept the Green for Pats Historic Day

Dec 26, 2007 3:38 AM CST

Giants Fans Intercept the Green for Pats Historic Day

Playoff spot nailed, so NY fans cash in on tix

(Newser) - Thousands of New York ticket holders are banking on the Giants losing next Saturday to the undefeated Patriots—or at least that's what they're telling New England fans who are snapping up unwanted tickets online for big bucks. With New York's playoff berth already secure and many starters likely to...

Return of the King

Dec 25, 2007 6:12 AM CST

Return of the King

LT reclaims league rushing lead in 23-3 SD romp over Denver

(Newser) - With Pittsburgh's Willie Parker (1316 yards) sidelined with a broken wheel and Minnesota's rookie wunderkind Adrian Peterson (1305) running on fumes, the league's rushing leader has a familiar face again. Last year's titlebearer LaDainian Tomlinson (1418) reclaimed the lead with a game to go, the AP reports, as the Chargers...

Redskins Beat Vikings,
Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Dec 24, 2007 12:29 AM CST

Redskins Beat Vikings, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Defense dominates Minnesota's running game

(Newser) - With the final NFC playoff spot on the line, Washington overpowered Minnesota 32-21 last night, the Washington Post reports. Now, with a win next week against Dallas, or if the Vikings and Saints both lose, the Redskins earn a berth. The Vikings merely needed to win this game, but were...

Niners Victorious as Tampa Gears up for Playoffs

Dec 23, 2007 11:24 PM CST

Niners Victorious as Tampa Gears up for Playoffs

Cardinals topple Falcons in overtime

(Newser) - The 49ers proved nearly not up to the task of dealing with Tampa's second string, as quarterback Jeff Garcia and many other starters were removed before the half, the AP reports. Still, SF did manage to eke out a 21-19 victory to win their second straight, as QB Shaun Hill...

Seahawks Henpeck Ravens for NFC 3 Seed

Dec 23, 2007 10:23 PM CST

Seahawks Henpeck Ravens for NFC 3 Seed

Engram sets club record, Alexander returns to relevance

(Newser) - Troy Smith, winner of the 2006 Heisman Award with Ohio State, had a forgettable first start for the slumping, injury-decimated Ravens in a 27-6 Seahawks victory. Seattle clinched the NFC's 3rd seed with a game to go, and wideout Bobby Engram improved his season receptions total to 90—a new...

Peyton, Colts Blow by Houston

Dec 23, 2007 10:12 PM CST

Peyton, Colts Blow by Houston

Balanced offense, solid defense lead defending champs

(Newser) - Indianapolis, firmly entrenched in the No. 2 spot in the AFC, didn't take the day off as Peyton Manning threw three touchdowns and the Colts rolled up 458 yards of offense in a 38-15 thrashing of Houston. Two of the Colts' scoring drives exceeded 90 yards. "We got our...