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The Atlanta Falcons will close a disappointing regular season Sunday at Philadelphia, but Coach Jim Mora’s fate — and the team’s playoff hopes — could be decided before the game begins. The Falcons are 7-8, and the team’s owner, Arthur Blank, said last month that a second consecutive 8-8 finish was [...]

Chris Weinke credited his first victory in five years to the Carolina Panthers’ renewed emphasis on the running game, while another loss by Atlanta left Michael Vick wondering about the Falcons’ direction. No matter the perspective of the quarterbacks, Carolina’s 10-3 victory against Atlanta on Sunday left each team one game [...]

The New England Patriots left Jacksonville with more championship shirts and hats. It was not the Super Bowl kind, but they will gladly wear them — at least for now….

They were doing a brisk business in Tom Brady jerseys and Patriots mouse pads this week at the Gillette Stadium pro shop, ensuring that the commerce of the New England Patriots was as strong as ever. Among the items for sale were commemorative photos, patches, ticket stubs and programs from [...]

Chicago nose tackle Tank Johnson needs a court’s permission to travel outside Illinois, a decision that would become a factor this season only if the Bears make the Super Bowl. A judge ruled yesterday that Johnson must stay home, except to work or travel to work, until it is determined whether [...]

The San Diego Chargers and Chicago Bears lead the N.F.L. in wins — and Pro Bowl players. Nine players from the Chargers (12-2) were named to the American Football Conference squad yesterday, and seven Bears (12-2) were selected to the National Football Conference team, a lineup that includes a quarterback who [...]

The Chicago Bears checked another item off their to-do list. A division title, a first-round bye and now home-field advantage throughout the National Football Conference playoffs have been secured….

Tank Johnson, the Bears’ starting nose tackle, was at a Chicago nightclub early Saturday when a man who called himself Johnson’s bodyguard was shot to death, authorities said. The shooting occurred about 12 hours after Johnson offered a public apology to his teammates and his family for his third arrest in [...]

The Colts began preparations for the Cincinnati Bengals with eight players missing practice. Colts Head Coach Tony Dungy said despite losses in three of four games, now is not a time for drastic changes.

The Colts on Thursday placed wide receiver Brandon Stokley on injured reserve with an Achilles injury. He will miss the rest of the season. The Colts signed wide receiver John Standeford from the practice squad.

Lamar Hunt’s immense wisdom and creative genius drew strength from a child’s inquisitive mind and gentle heart. He embodied the fearless vision to create, but also the unselfish caretaker’s touch to nurture, like a spiritual gardener in tune with nature’s four seasons.

After two days off, the Colts returned to practice Thursday at the Colts’ complex to prepare for the Cincinnati Bengals. After losses in three of the last four games, the Colts will play the Bengals Monday at 8:30 p.m. at the RCA Dome in Indianapolis.

Kansas City Chiefs Owner Lamar Hunt, who founded the American Football League and became an NFL owner after the AFL and NFL reached a merger deal in 1966, passed away Wednesday.  He was 74 years old.
"It’s a sad day for sports fans around the world. Lamar Hunt was truly a pioneer and had a lasting impact [...]

Lamar Hunt, the pro sports visionary who owned the Kansas City Chiefs and came up with the term ”Super Bowl,” died Wednesday night. He was 74.

L et’s see, today is Thursday. Must be time to cajole another denial out of Nick Saban. Say this about the Alabama coaching search — what it lacks in progress, it makes up in entertainment value.