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Falcons again without backup RBs Norwood, Snelling (AP)

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 09:26:54 PST

The Atlanta Falcons are without backup running backs Jerious Norwood and Jason Snelling against the Washington Redskins. Norwood (hip) missed his third straight game and Snelling (hamstring) is inactive for the second straight week, cutting into the Falcons' depth behind running back Michael Turner.

Haynesworth Calls Out Clabo, Dahl (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:16:52 PST

During a radio show Washington Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth questioned the Atlanta Falcons' blocking...

Falcons want to get back on winning track (AP)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:05:55 PST

The Atlanta Falcons are eager to break free of their mostly inglorious past, show they can be a team that consistently puts up winning records and contends for the playoffs. Time to end that losing streak. For the first time in Mike Smith's two years as coach, the Falcons have lost consecutive games.

Redskins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:59:19 PST

Vinny Cerrato, devil No. 2 in the eyes of frustrated Redskins fans, met with the Washington media collectively for the first time this season on Oct. 27, the day after Washington fell to 2-5 with a 27-17 nationally televised home loss to Philadelphia.

Cerrato, who runs the front office as the executive vice president of football operations, acknowledged the disappointing start but didn't take any particular blame on the day before the Redskins began their bye week.

That respite ended on Wednesday, the day after owner Dan Snyder, devil No. 1, broke his public silence in a brief interview with reporters following a charity event.

"No. 1, I feel bad for the fans," said Snyder, who avoided questions about the organization suing fans who couldn't fulfill their premium...

Lions coach Jim Schwartz hoping WR Johnson, RB Smith will play against Seattle (The Canadian Press)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:16:00 PST

ALLEN PARK, Mich. - Detroit Lions coach Jim Schwartz says he's optimistic that wide receiver Calvin Johnson and running back Kevin Smith will play Sunday at Seattle.

Psst, did you hear the news? Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is NOT perfect (The Canadian Press)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:24:00 PST

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Psst, did you hear the news? This one's a stunner, so brace yourself.

After training-camp transition, Havner becoming pass-catching threat for Packers (The Canadian Press)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:41:00 PST

GREEN BAY, Wis. - Nobody expected the Spencer Havner experiment to work out quite like this - not even Havner himself.

'Tis the season to run teams into the ground (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:24:00 PST

The Browns' Randy Lerner is not alone in dragging a dysfunctional franchise to a new level of embarrassment.

Is the NFL recession-proof? (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:48:25 PST

The recent travails of the American economy have affected just about everyone. But when it comes to the...

All that's missing is takeaways and victories for Redskins star Haynesworth (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:39:00 PST

ASHBURN, Va. - After signing his US$100-million contract in February, Albert Haynesworth readily discussed how his presence might make the Washington Redskins defence better.

Redskins defense needs more takeaways, victories (AP)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:55:49 PST

After signing his $100 million contract in February, Albert Haynesworth readily discussed how his presence might make the Washington Redskins defense better. "What I should have said," Haynesworth said this week, "is we'll get some more wins. That's the thing I failed to mention." For the most past, the Redskins' expectations for Haynesworth and the rest of the...

Paulescu to become 4th Redskins punter this season (AP)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:49:52 PST

The Washington Redskins will use their fourth punter this season when they play the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Hunter Smith's right groin injury is acting up again, so the Redskins plan to sign former Dallas punter Sam Paulescu (poh-LEHS-kyoo) on Friday. Smith pulled the groin in his kicking leg during the Oct.

Redskins defensive co-ordinator defends owner Dan Snyder, says 'Enough's enough' (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:32:00 PST

ASHBURN, Va. - Washington Redskins defensive co-ordinator Greg Blache broke his media silence Thursday to defend the man who pays his salary, saying "Enough's enough" when it comes to criticism of owner Dan Snyder.

Washington Redskins to use 4th punter of season as Paulescu to be signed (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:18:00 PST

ASHBURN, Va. - The Washington Redskins will use their fourth punter this season when they play the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

Redskins assistant comes to Dan Snyder's defense (AP)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:01:30 PST

Washington Redskins defensive coordinator Greg Blache broke his media silence Thursday to defend the man who pays his salary, saying "Enough's enough" when it comes to criticism of owner Dan Snyder. Blache said he was moved to speak after reading comments made by Hall of Fame running back John Riggins, who called Snyder a "bad guy" whose "heart is dark" in an...

John Riggins Calls Daniel Snyder 'A Bad Guy' (SportingNews.com)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:16:34 PST

Former Redskin John Riggins has been an outspoken critic of Washington this season, and you can hear more about...

Riggins: Snyder is a bad owner and also personifies pure evil (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:15:08 PST

Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder takes a lot of heat from a lot of people these days, but his harshest...

With Cooley out, Redskins TE Davis cancels vacation to prepare for big chance (The Canadian Press)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:45:00 PST

ASHBURN, Va. - Fred Davis had already paid his airfare to get out of town during the Washington Redskins' bye week vacation. He had even secured a ticket to see his college team, Southern Cal, play at Oregon.

With Cooley out, Redskins TE Davis gets his chance (AP)

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 01:53:02 PST

Fred Davis had already paid his airfare to get out of town during the Washington Redskins' bye week vacation. He had even secured a ticket to see his college team, Southern Cal, play at Oregon. USC lost that game, by the way, 47-20. "Good thing I stayed here," Davis said, shaking his head.

NFL Team Reports: NFC East (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:16:33 PST

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

Week 9 picks: Eagles, Cowboys battle for NFC East lead (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:16:44 PST

Donovan McNabb knows how to duck pressure and avoid interceptions. It's strange, but considering all the...

Theory: Lack of practice has led to a decline in tackling ability (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:37:30 PST

Ever watched an NFL game and wondered why some defenders (like DeAngelo Hall, above) seem to regard tackling as...

Week 9 playoff forecast: Ravens make big jump (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:49:00 PST

Signs of a revamped defense bode well for the Ravens' playoff chances the rest of the way.

Mock draft: Despite suspension, Bryant goes No. 1 (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:16:01 PST

Here's a look at the first 16 picks in the NFL draft, as projected by Sporting News' War Room scouts .