'Skins get Haynesworth for $100M, 7 yrs. (AP)

After signing a contract with an NFL-record $41 million in guaranteed money, Albert Haynesworth made a guarantee of his own. "You're not going to remember Albert Haynesworth as a bust," he said. That's a tall order, even for a player as talented as Haynesworth. The 27-year-old All-Pro defensive tackle has to live up to the $100 million, seven-year contract he signed Friday with the Washington...

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Video: Hornets halftime performer eats rim

By J.E. SkeetsI originally thought this was a Pistons’ dunker based on Detroit’s dreadful week (see: eight consecutive losses, line-up issues, angrily thrown towels), but nope, I’m told this is a member of the Hornets’ trampoline dunk team eating some rim. I really should have known better, given the Hornets’ previous halftime woes …I love [...]

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RB Fred Taylor visits Bills, Pats next (AP)

Former Jaguars running back Fred Taylor got a head start on the NFL free agency period, visiting with the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday. Taylor, released last week by Jacksonville, was also scheduled to meet with the Patriots later in the afternoon. The 33-year-old running back is looking to latch onto a new team after spending 11 seasons with the Jaguars.

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Some Scouts Rate Sanchez Higher Than Stafford, Lions Might Pass on Both

by Ryan WilsonFiled under: Lions, NFL DraftOn Sunday at the NFL Combine, we got our first glimpse of Matt Stafford and Mark Sanchez. And while it was difficult to divine much from, well, glimpses — Stafford didn’t take part in the passing drills and Sanchez didn’t stand out in his handful of attempts — it [...]

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Chiefs cut Edwards, Huard, Surtain (AP)

Three oft-injured veterans who hardly played last season were cut loose on Tuesday by the Kansas City Chiefs: linebacker Donnie Edwards, quarterback Damon Huard and cornerback Patrick Surtain. The Chiefs announced on their Web site they terminated the contracts of the three, none of whom played much during the 2-14 season.

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Jacksonville Jaguars: Chop Wood, Son

by Will BrinsonFiled under: Jaguars, NFL Draft, NFL Free Agency, FanHouse PreviewsBecause the NFL season never ends, we present our 2009 Offseason Roadmaps for front offices to navigate through the summer.The Jacksonville Jaguars were arguably the biggest disappointment in 2008 (the Lions were worse, obvs, but such an enjoyably watchable train wreck that they don’t [...]

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Colts to release WR Harrison, agent says (AP)

Marvin Harrison refused to take a pay cut. The Indianapolis Colts couldn't afford to keep him without one. On Monday, the two sides reached agreement on one thing: Harrison will be a free agent. Agent Tom Condon told The Associated Press that Indianapolis has agreed to release the franchise's all-time leading receiver, although an official announcement is not expected until Tuesday or Wednesday.

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Newbie's Guide to Internet Blackjack

Blackjack is a really favourite table game which is fairly effortless to understand. If you acknowledge how to add, then you will be able to do blackjack. No Internet web site is full without black...

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Poker One of the Funnest Gambling Games of All Time

Poker has been a favourite game for a lot of years. Its grown a great deal over the centuries, and contemporary poker is commonly played on-line. And at present, poker is more hot than ever. Ever...

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Ohio State, USC LBs go head-to-head (AP)

Ohio State linebacker James Laurinaitis could have taken the NFL's money and run away from Ohio State last year. But he stayed true to his word, playing four years with the Buckeyes -- and endured the consequences. His team didn't return to the national championship game, didn't even win a Big Ten title and his draft stock slid, possibly costing him money.

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Michael Crabtree Will Put Off Surgery, Run at Pro Day

by Michael David SmithFiled under: NFL DraftTexas Tech wide receiver Michael Crabtree has decided to run for NFL scouts after all.Michael Crabtree Will Put Off Surgery, Run at Pro Day originally appeared on NFL FanHouse on Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:19:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

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Niners, Vikings could pursue Vick (AP)

Two teams with unsettled quarterback situations -- the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings -- might be interested in acquiring suspended Atlanta Falcons star Michael Vick. Vick is in federal prison on felony charges related to dogfighting and is scheduled to be released in July. The Falcons have said they will try to trade him, though they could cut him and make him a free agent.

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Ravens Cut Chris McAlister, Jets Could Be Interested

by Ryan WilsonFiled under: Jets, Ravens, AFC East, AFC North, NFL Draft, NFL Fans, NFL Coaching, NFL Free AgencyThis may not be indicative of a larger house-cleaning trend, but the Ravens have released three-time Pro Bowler Chris McAlister. The oft-injured cornerback’s departure frees up $8 million in salary-cap space, which could be used to find [...]

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Roof at Texans' stadium fully functional (AP)

The retractable roof at Reliant Stadium is repaired and fully operational, five months after Hurricane Ike ripped huge holes in the top of one of this city's signature structures. Mark Miller, the general manager of Reliant Park, said Friday that the five bow-tie shaped fabric panels destroyed in the storm have been replaced and all that's left for workers to do is plug water leaks.

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Patriots put franchise tag on QB Cassel

The New England Patriots placed the franchise tag on Matt Cassel on Thursday, making it tougher for other teams to sign the free agent quarterback. The Patriots might keep him if they have doubts that Tom Brady will be ready for the start of next season after sustaining a serious knee injury in the 2008 opener.

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Kearse pleads guilty to reckless driving (AP)

Tennessee Titans defensive end Jevon Kearse has pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of reckless driving. Kearse, who had been charged with drunken driving, was given six months probation Thursday in General Sessions Court, fined $350 and will have restricted driving privileges for a year. Kearse was arrested by Vanderbilt University police near the campus June 22 shortly before 5 a.m.

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Favre return OK by Jets off. coordinator (AP)

Brian Schottenheimer believes Brett Favre still has plenty left in that rocket right arm. "I would welcome the opportunity to coach Brett again," the New York Jets' offensive coordinator said Tuesday. Schottenheimer, retained by new coach Rex Ryan, hasn't spoken to the 39-year-old quarterback since a late-season slump contributed to the Jets missing the playoffs.

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Did UFC superstar cheat?

Did GSP’s corner cheat to give him an edge?By Steve CofieldAfter a dominating victory over B.J. Penn at UFC 94, Georges St. Pierre is clearly the better fighter. GSP left no doubt. And yet now there is, thanks to one of his cornermen, Phil Nurse. It’s pretty clear by watching the video thatNursehad some Vaseline [...]

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Super Bowl the 2nd-most watched ever (AP)

The Arizona-Pittsburgh matchup wasn't considered an ideal one for television, but its finish riveted an estimated audience of 95.4 million people, second only to last year's game as the most-watched Super Bowl ever. Viewership peaked in the fourth quarter, when Arizona took the lead on Larry Fitzgerald's 64-yard catch and sprint to the end zone only to have it snatched back when Santonio Holmes'...

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Dynasty vs. Doormat in the Super Bowl

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signified success in the Super Bowl era with their stable ownership, brilliant coaching and throwback style. A victory Sunday will give them a record sixth Super Bowl title, and they are 6 1/2 -point favorites to get it against the Arizona Cardinals.Yes, those Cardinalsa franchise that has defined dysfunction since the [...]

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