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Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce has bulging disk in neck, out indefinitely (The Canadian Press)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:47:00 PST

New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck.

Giants LB Pierce out indefinitely with neck injury (AP)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:42:56 PST

New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce is out indefinitely after an MRI exam on Friday surprisingly revealed a bulging disk in his neck. The Giants said their defensive captain underwent the test in New York and was examined by team physician Dr. Russell Warren and Dr. Frank Camissa, chief of the spinal surgical services at the Hospital for Special Surgery.

Plenty of culprits for Panthers' struggles a year after NFC South title (The Canadian Press)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:06:00 PST

From Jake Delhomme's struggles to suspect tackling to key injuries and just plain bad luck, there are plenty of reasons for Carolina's 4-6 record.

Giants Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:06:53 PST

NFL players tend to downgrade the importance of regular-season games because they are merely one of 16 that take place every year.

Still, the New York Giants, who are in the midst of a four-game losing streak, know that the next game on their schedule, against Atlanta, is a big game in many ways.

For starters, the Giants are very much intent on transferring everything they accomplished during their self-scouting process during their bye onto the field of play in the form of fundamentally sound football from this point forward, as New York will probably need to win five of their remaining seven games if they want to be playing in January.

"The most important thing to me is our team, and the word 'opportunity' and the fact that what we do is the most important...

Chris Simms's long road back could lead to first NFL start since 2006 (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:21:00 PST

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Chris Simms' comeback is nearly complete.

Simms gearing up for 1st start since '06 injury (AP)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:46:54 PST

Chris Simms' comeback is nearly complete. The backup quarterback for the Denver Broncos took the snaps with the starters again Thursday, making it increasingly likely he'll start against San Diego on Sunday in place of Kyle Orton, who hasn't practiced since spraining his left ankle last week at Washington.

Reeling Falcons, Giants looking to end slides (PA SportsTicker)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:04:53 PST

The New York Giants and Atlanta Falcons looked like powerhouse teams through five games. Now each team is struggling just to remain above .500.

Giants cornerback Aaron Ross ready to make season debut for NFL club (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:17:00 PST

After missing the first nine games of the season with a severe hamstring strain, New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross is poised to make his 2009 debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.

Aaron Ross ready to return (AP)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:35:24 PST

After missing the first nine games of the season with a severe hamstring strain, New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross is poised to make his 2009 debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. Ross continued to practice at full speed Thursday, his third practice since returning to action. While the coaching staff has not made any determination about Ross' playing status or whether he will be in the...

Eagles, Packers' futures brighter than Giants' (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:21:00 PST

New York's offensive struggles will contribute to the team being a playoff outsider when the field is set.

NFL Team Reports: NFC East (SportingNews.com)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:46:37 PST

Several times a week, The Trenches will present team reports from Sporting News' 32 NFL correspondents.

Giants' Boley faces former team when Falcons visit (AP)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:10:02 PST

When Michael Boley left the Atlanta Falcons last year in free agency, he didn't exactly depart on good terms. Now, as the New York Giants prepare to face Boley's old team Sunday at Giants Stadium, the linebacker doesn't want to get too excited. "If I do that, then I might try to do too much," Boley said Wednesday after practice.

Week 11 picks: Chargers surging for a Mile High pass (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:17:41 PST

The race for the AFC playoffs looks like it will have a fantastic finish. It started out in triumphant fashion,...

AP IMPACT: Nearly a fifth of 160 NFL players hid effects of concussions (The Canadian Press)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:17:00 PST

Washington Redskins kick returner Rock Cartwright remembers his brain "shaking like a bell" when he was walloped in a game against the New York Giants a few years ago.

NFL's worst injuries (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:42:00 PST

As teams jockey for playoff spots, these 10 are the most debilitated by star players stuck on the sidelines.

Report: Bills Contact Shanahan About Vacancy (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:17:36 PST

A day after firing Dick Jauron, the Bills have contacted Mike Shanahan with regard to their coaching job,...

Week 11 playoff forecast: Packers make big jump (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:42:00 PST

Green Bay boosted its playoff outlook with a very impressive home win over the Cowboys.

Risky call puts Belichick in bad company (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:32:00 PST

Bill Belichick isn't the first Super Bowl-caliber coach to make such a crucial jaw-dropping decision.

Eagles' Westbrook could miss significant time after suffering second concussion (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:17:00 PST

PHILADELPHIA - Brian Westbrook has always come back from a long list of injuries throughout his career.

Giants hit it big in bye week, with losses by Dallas, Philadelphia and Atlanta (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:03:00 PST

The bye week turned into a bonanza for the New York Giants.

Bye turns into bonanza for Giants as foes lose (AP)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:05:47 PST

The bye week turned into a bonanza for the New York Giants. Not only did quarterback Eli Manning and company get a chance to rest and get away from a four-game losing streak, the Giants (5-4) also got lucky. The Dallas Cowboys (6-3), Philadelphia Eagles (5-4) and Atlanta Falcons (5-4) all lost while the Giants were hunting, fishing and watching football games, and New York's playoff chances...

Perfect conquest? Win over Pats puts unbeaten Colts on familiar terrain (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:11:00 PST

INDIANAPOLIS - Now that Indianapolis has won its annual November showdown with New England, players can embark on their next traditional quest.

NFL Team Report: Giants DE Justin Tuck Gets Much-Needed Rest During Bye Week (SportingNews.com)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:17:16 PST

As others in their division (Cowboys, Eagles) were losing and getting banged up on Sunday, the New York Giants...

Tomlinson delivers after hearing special news (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:50:00 PST

Chargers RB LaDainian Tomlinson celebrated a precious gift from his wife with his best outing in nearly a year.

'Salute' by Adams deserves a reprimand (Yahoo! Sports)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:13:00 PST

Titans owner Bud Adams should be punished for openly flashing his middle fingers at Sunday's game.

Big day from Betts leads Redskins past Denver 27-17; Broncos lose 3rd straight (The Canadian Press)

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:39:00 PST

LANDOVER, Md. - The Washington Redskins did everything except hold a big neon sign to let the world know that a trick play was in the works.