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Running Rock: Cartwright is Redskins starting back (AP)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:01:26 PST

Rock Cartwright was steamed, and he wasn't bashful about making his feelings known. When the Washington Redskins set their roster for the regular season in September, Cartwright saw three running backs ahead of him. He felt dissed because he was regarded only as a special teams player, despite his seven loyal years of service to the franchise.

Week 12 NFL picks: Pats no Big Easy matchup for Saints (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:16:22 PST

You'll probably want to gorge yourself on Thanksgiving football, considering the NFL has three more...

APNewsBreak: Chairs of NFL concussion panel resign (AP)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:47:58 PST

Commissioner Roger Goodell sent a wide-ranging memo about concussions to NFL teams, saying the co-chairmen of the league's committee on brain injuries have resigned and that he is examining potential rule changes "to reduce head impacts." A copy of the memo was obtained Tuesday by The Associated Press before the league issued a press release about its contents.

Redskins Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 23:23:25 PST

There was only one hot topic for the Redskins on another rough day after: injuries.

Already minus starting offensive linemen Chris Samuels and Randy Thomas and strong safety for the season, the Redskins lost two Week 10 starters for good during a heartbreaking 7-6 loss at Dallas.

Running back Ladell Betts, who had filled in so well for 2008 Pro Bowl participant Clinton Portis (concussion) during the second half on Nov. 8 at Atlanta and on Nov. 15 against Denver, tore the MCL and partially tore the ACL in his left knee against the Cowboys. Betts was placed on injured reserve Monday.

With Portis out this week at Philadelphia, too, third-stringer Rock Cartwright will start for the first time since 2003.

With rookie fullback Eddie Williams having broken his left...

Goodell memo to teams says two co-chairs of NFL committee on concussions resign (The Canadian Press)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:46:00 PST

Commissioner Roger Goodell sent a wide-ranging memo about concussions to NFL teams Tuesday, saying the co-chairmen of the league's committee on brain injuries have resigned and that he is examining potential rule changes "to reduce head impacts."

Redskins owner again expresses disappointment, doesn't address team's future (The Canadian Press)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:00:00 PST

LANDOVER, Md. - Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder remains disappointed in his team's performance this season. Just don't ask him whether changes are on the way.

Redskins' Snyder again expresses disappointment (AP)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 14:54:47 PST

Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder remains disappointed in his team's performance this season. Just don't ask him whether changes are on the way. For the second time in less than a month, Snyder made in-season comments at a charity event. After handing out turkeys at the team's stadium on Tuesday, he told reporters, "We're all very, very disappointed, and obviously I'm as...

Calm approach has Chargers back on top (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:52:00 PST

Refusing to panic after another slow start, San Diego leads the AFC West and is eyeing a No. 2 playoff seed.

NFL Team Reports: NFC East (SportingNews.com)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:17:24 PST

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

Packers, Redskins hardest hit by injuries (AP)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 17:04:54 PST

The playoff chase has gotten much more difficult for the Packers after they lost two key defensive players to season-ending injuries. Cornerback Al Harris and linebacker Aaron Kampman will have knee surgery after suffering major injuries Sunday. Both were hurt on separate plays in the second half of a victory over San Francisco, apparently damaging their left knees.

NFL, NFLPA already have jointly approved neurological specialists for about half of teams (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:16:00 PST

WASHINGTON - The NFL and its players union have approved independent doctors to evaluate head injuries for about half of the league's 32 teams as part of a new program.

NFL, union approve about half team neurologists (AP)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:52:49 PST

The NFL and its players union have approved independent doctors to evaluate head injuries for about half of the league's 32 teams as part of a new program. The NFL Players Association medical director, Dr. Thom Mayer, told The Associated Press in a telephone interview Monday that "the quality of people brought forward has been first rate" and none of the doctors proposed by teams has...

Ravens CB Fabian Washington out with knee injury (AP)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:12:42 PST

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Fabian Washington is expected to miss the remainder of the season after hurting his knee during Sunday's loss to the Indianapolis Colts. "It looks like he has an ACL tear. As of right now, we're proceeding as if he's done for the season," coach John Harbaugh said Monday.

Bubble wrap, anyone? 3 more Redskins out for year (AP)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:48:44 PST

During a news conference in which he discussed three more season-ending injuries and revealed discouraging news about three other players, Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn was hit with a coughing fit. He needed a drink to help him continue. "Sorry about my voice," he said. Maybe it's time to put some bubble wrap around this team.

Redskins RB Betts, G Rinehart done for year; Portis still out with concussion (The Canadian Press)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:41:00 PST

ASHBURN, Va. - Running back Ladell Betts and guard Chad Rinehart are done for the season for the battered Washington Redskins.

Broncos go from NFL darlings to disaster (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:14:00 PST

Denver has lost four straight since a 6-0 start, and the blame game among the players isn't pretty.

Stafford, Quinn provide shine for tarnished clubs (Yahoo! Sports)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:03:00 PST

Mathew Stafford and Brady Quinn gave a glimpse during a thrilling battle of why so much was invested in the QBs.

Steelers' Roethlisberger, Cardinals' Warner leave games after blows to head (The Canadian Press)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:17:00 PST

The two quarterbacks from last season's Super Bowl left their games after taking blows to the head Sunday.

Cry, Whine and Moan: Almost literally for Jim Zorn (Yahoo! Sports)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:29:10 PST

"Cry, Whine and Moan" is a weekly Sunday evening feature where fans of victory-challenged teams can...

Injury list continues to grow for Washington (AP)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:07:53 PST

Injuries keep mounting for the Washington Redskins. After running back Clinton Portis was ruled out for at least one more game, backup Ladell Betts suffered knee ligament damage Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys, Coach Jim Zorn said Portis, out since Nov. 8 because of a concussion, will not play next week against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Romo throws late TD pass, Cowboys beat Redskins 7-6 to stay atop division (The Canadian Press)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:57:00 PST

ARLINGTON, Texas - Before and after every snap, Tony Romo felt the throbbing in his back, the result of an accidental blow suffered while making a first-quarter tackle, of all things.

Romo's late TD lets Cowboys squeak past Skins 7-6 (AP)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:41:55 PST

Before and after every snap, Tony Romo felt the throbbing in his back, the result of an accidental blow suffered while making a first-quarter tackle, of all things. While he could block out the pain during most plays, he couldn't stop it from affecting his throws -- at least, not until the game was on the line.

Redskins RB Betts knocked out of game with knee injury; Hall returns (The Canadian Press)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:32:00 PST

ARLINGTON, Texas - Washington Redskins running back Ladell Betts, the fill-in for injured Clinton Portis, was knocked out of the Dallas game with a left knee injury, and starting guard Chad Rinehart also left hurt.

Redskins RB Betts injures knee against Cowboys (AP)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 12:09:59 PST

Washington Redskins running back Ladell Betts, the fill-in for injured Clinton Portis, was knocked out of the Dallas game with a left knee injury, and starting guard Chad Rinehart also left hurt. Betts apparently got hurt on a hard tackle by Bradie James at the end of a 2-yard gain midway through the first quarter Sunday.