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Spagnuolo may return to Giants

Recently fired Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo might end up back doing what he did best: coaching the New York Giants defense.

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  2 Comments
DIRTY BIRDS

Tuck: Falcons O-line are "dirtbags"

Many defensive players have taken issue with the way the Falcons linemen have played this season. With the Giants set to take on Atlanta this weekend, it should come as no surprise that Justin Tuck seized the opportunity to chime in.

Via Larry Brown Sports Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
MANU'S MANO

Ginobili suffers broken hand

San Antonio Spurs guard Manu Ginobili is out indefinitely after suffering a broken left hand in Monday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Via Pro Sports Daily Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
HANGING THEM UP

Wade: 2012 Games will be his last

Dwyane Wade says that the 2012 London Olympics will be the last time he will take his talents overseas for Team USA. 

Via The Juicy Online Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
LB SNEAK

Skins LB caught breaking curfew

Rocky McIntosh did not play in the Redskins' season finale vs. the Eagles, reportedly for getting caught doing something that teenagers often get nabbed for. 

Via Sports Talk Network Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
STEEL RESERVES

Mendenhall done with torn ACL

The Steelers worst playoff fears are confirmed as their tailback Rashard Mendenhall has indeed suffered a torn ACL will be unavailable for the duration of the playoffs. 

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
COLT HEROES

Colts fire Bill and Chris Polian

Jim Irsay and the Colts have parted way with the Polians. So, is this a sign of bigger changes to come in Indianapolis?

Via The Sport Sofa Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
WELCOME TO MIAMI?

Miami to interview Jeff Fisher

After a year away from the NFL, Jeff Fisher may be heading back into coaching, possibly as a successor to Tony Sparano in South Beach. 

Via Phin Nation Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
GRAND STAGE RETURN

Mark Staal to play in Winter Classic

New York Rangers head coach John Tortorella just announced that the defenseman, who has been recovering from a concussion, will play in today's Winter Classic game against the Flyers.

Via Ranger Nation Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
BLACK MONDAY, CONTINUED

Buccaneers fire Raheem Morris

The Tampa Bay head coach is the second coaching casualty of the day, joining former Rams coach Steve Spagnoulo.

Via Sports-Kings Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  1 Comment
SILENCE OF THE RAMS

Rams fire Steve Spagnuolo

After a dismal 2-14 season, Jay Glazer is reporting that the St. Louis Rams decided to fire their head coach and rumors are that the team's GM might lose his job as well.

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
THAT'S NOT GOOD

Fitzgerald coughed up blood during win

After suffering a bruised lung on a hard hit during Arizona's win over Seattle on Sunday, the Cardinals wide receiver was seen coughing up blood on the sidelines.

Via Helmet2Helmet Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
THAT'S TURRIBLE

Man gets tattoo of Barkley-ref kiss

After Shaquille O'Neal offered $1,000 to any person who got a tattoo of the infamous image of when Charles Barkley kissed veteran NBA ref Dick Bavetta, one person actually took him up on it.

Via Sports Talk Network Verified_ybn
January 02, 2012  |  Discuss
SORE LOSER

Holmes benched, Jet says he quit

Santonio Holmes was benched during the Jets' season-ending loss to the Dolphins. After the game, an unnamed teammate accused Holmes of quitting on the team.

Via Helmet2Helmet Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
GET OUTTA TOWN

Cousins wants out of Sacramento

According to Kings coach Paul Westphal, DeMarcus Cousins was given permission to miss Sacramento's game against the Hornets after he demanded a trade.

Via Rant Sports
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
BIZARRO WORLD

Flynn sets Packers franchise records

Matt Flynn - yes, Matt Flynn - threw for 481 yards and six touchdowns against the Lions on Sunday. He is now the Packers' franchise record-holder in both categories.

Via The Sports Bank Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  1 Comment
TALL TASK

Report: Pats OC to coach Penn State

According to several reports, Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien is set to become the next head coach at Penn State. He will fill a position held by Joe Paterno for 46 years.

Via Patriots Plus
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
MAKING THE LEAP

Report: RG3 entering Draft

Although Robert Griffin III recently said he does not know if he will declare for the NFL Draft, his father said the quarterback will go pro next season.

Via IMAGE CPR Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
NO SURPRISE

Rodman starting topless hoops team

When rumors began spreading that the formation of a topless basketball league was in the works, you just had to know Dennis Rodman would somehow get his name into the mix.

Via Terez Owens Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
BAD FORM

Barch ejected for racial slur

Panthers forward Krys Barch was ejected on Saturday night during a game against the Canadiens when he reportedly used a racial slur against P.K. Subban.

Via Next Impulse Sports Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
TIL DEATH DO US PART

LeBron pops the question

Just a day after his 27th birthday, LeBron James threw a party during which he proposed to longtime girlfriend Savannah Brinson. She said yes.

Via Larry Brown Sports Verified_ybn
January 01, 2012  |  Discuss
LIGHTNING CRASHES

Report: Norv Turner done in San Diego

Rumors of Norv Turner being fired have become somewhat of a December tradition, but now it seems that 2012 may be the year in which he and the Chargers part ways.

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
December 31, 2011  |  4 Comments
FEELING LEFT OUT

Hester upset with Pro Bowl snub

Devin Hester admitted he was upset that Patrick Peterson made the Pro Bowl over him as the NFC's returner. Peterson has 4 punt returns for a touchdown this season.

Via Pro Sports Daily Verified_ybn
December 31, 2011  |  Discuss
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