Associated Press reports that Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band will perform at the 2009 Super Bowl halftime show, the NFL and NBC announced Sunday night. Continuing a run of major talent that has lately included the Rolling Stones, U2, Paul McCartney, Prince, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Michael Jackson and, infamously, his sister [...]
Posts from ‘September, 2008’
Players, coaches play down Redskins-Cowboys “rivalry”
Albert Breer, Sporting News writes… Posted: September 27, 2008 IRVING, Texas — If you’re looking for Ohio State-Michigan, go watch the college game. Duke-North Carolina? Not only another level, but another sport entirely. Rivalries like those don’t exist in the NFL. The truth is, they don’t exist in pro sports, or at least they don’t [...]
Favre listed as questionable but should start
Jets quarterback has started in record 256 straight regular-season games updated 5:13 p.m. ET Sept. 26, 2008 FLORHAM PARK, N.J. – Brett Favre was listed as questionable Friday for the New York Jets’ game against Arizona with a sore left ankle, but is expected to start against the Cardinals. The 38-year-old quarterback twisted his left [...]
N.F.L. Roundup: Reeling After 0-3 Start, the Rams Try to Leave Distractions Behind
After an 0-3 start this week, Rams Coach Scott Linehan benched quarterback Marc Bulger and cut the veteran cornerback Fakir Brown.
Warner Sets Example for His Family and the Cardinals
When Kurt Warner is apart from his large family, the 37-year-old quarterback has the responsibility of guiding the young Arizona Cardinals to maturity.
Business Decision to Switch From Cornerback to Safety Helps Jets
David Barrett had never played safety before, but this has been a year filled with change for Barrett, who accepted a pay cut and the position switch to play another season with the Jets.
Patriots Receiver Troy Brown Retires
After 15 seasons in New England, the Patriots leader in career receptions Troy Brown announced his retirement.
Favre’s Ankle Appears to Be Healing Quickly
Brett Favre walked with only a slight limp Thursday as the New York Jets quarterback continued to recover from a twisted left ankle.
N.F.L. Roundup: A Patriot Finishes a Varied Career
Troy Brown, who holds the team record for career catches and also returned punts and kickoffs and made interceptions, finally decided he couldn’t keep up with the younger players.
On Offense, Pains Grow for Favre and Jets
Stocked with new offensive linemen, a new quarterback, a new fullback and a new receiver, the Jets’ offense looked confused and discombobulated on Monday night.
