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Atari Bigby
Daunte Culpepper
Travis Fisher
Cornell Green
Darcy Johnson
Matt Prater
Asante Samuel
Josh Sitton
Kevin Smith
Mike Walker
Hudson Star Observer, WI - October 14, 2008, 10:19 am
Rouse started in place of the injured Atari Bigby and Charlie Peprah filled in after Rouse left. Linebacker Brandon Chillar got some more playing time at AJ …
Packer Report - October 12, 2008, 9:45 am
Doubtful (25 percent chance of player availability) ? Safety Atari Bigby (hamstring); defensive end Jason Hunter (hamstring); defensive end Michael …
Seattle Times, United States - October 12, 2008, 3:17 am
S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring) and DE Mike Montgomery (ankle) are doubtful. WR James Jones (knee), CB Pat Lee (back), …
Lionsfans.com - October 11, 2008, 5:38 pm
Against Jones, who ranks fourth in the NFL with 93.2 rushing yards per game, that optimism will be tested. ‘They’ve been running pretty good all year,? …
Baltimore Sun, United States - October 11, 2008, 3:21 am
Doubtful: S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), WR James Jones (knee), DE Mike Montgomery (ankle), CB Charles Woodson (toe). …
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - October 11, 2008, 12:04 am
Safety Aaron Rouse (knee) also is probable and likely will start in place of an injured Atari Bigby (hamstring), who is doubtful. …
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - October 10, 2008, 10:36 pm
It's unclear whether he or Charlie Peprah will start at safety in place Atari Bigby, who will miss his fourth straight game because of a hamstring injury. …
ESPN - October 10, 2008, 7:49 pm
Safety Aaron Rouse (knee) also is probable and likely will start in place of an injured Atari Bigby (hamstring), who is doubtful. DT Ryan Pickett (knee) is …
Press of Atlantic City, NJ - October 10, 2008, 7:42 pm
DOUBTFUL: S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), DE Mike Montgomery (ankle). QUESTIONABLE: WR James Jones (knee), CB Patrick Lee (back), …
International Herald Tribune, France - October 10, 2008, 6:30 pm
DOUBTFUL: S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), DE Mike Montgomery (ankle). QUESTIONABLE: WR James Jones (knee), CB Patrick Lee (back), …
Wisconsin State Journal, WI - October 10, 2008, 5:42 pm
Rouse would start in place of safety Atari Bigby (hamstring, doubtful). Defensive ends Jason Hunter (hamstring, doubtful) and Michael Montgomery (ankle, …
Rocky Mountain News, CO - October 10, 2008, 3:41 pm
… linebacker AJ Hawk (groin) and safety Aaron Rouse (knee), who likely will start in place of an injured Atari Bigby (hamstring), who is doubtful. …
Sports Network - October 10, 2008, 2:58 pm
The Packers had to start third-stringer Charlie Peprah at strong safety against the Falcons after starter Atari Bigby (hamstring) and backup Aaron Rouse …
Acme Packing Company, WI - October 10, 2008, 2:09 pm
Without a united focus, you will get your ass handed to you in the NFL." Angry Local Columnist Speaks Art Thiel, Seattle Post Intelligence "As a bedraggled …
New Richmond News, WI - October 10, 2008, 10:56 am
Meanwhile, rookie running back Kregg Lumpkin was back, while safety Atari Bigby was still on the sidelines with his hamstring injury. …
Rocky Mountain News, CO - October 9, 2008, 11:40 pm
Safety Atari Bigby (hamstring) was sore and figures to miss another game, while safety Aaron Rouse (knee) practiced fully.
The Associated Press - October 9, 2008, 10:18 pm
Strong safety Atari Bigby was inactive because of a hamstring injury, and cornerback Charles Woodson continues to play with a broken toe. …
The Associated Press - October 9, 2008, 10:17 pm
Strong safety Atari Bigby was inactive Sunday because of a groin injury and will be replaced by Charlie Peprah. Linebacker AJ Hawk was limited in practice …
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - October 9, 2008, 7:39 pm
28 at Tampa Bay, likely will start because Atari Bigby (hamstring) remains sore and hasn’t tested well. Defensive end Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (illness) and …
Most Valuable Network, MA - October 9, 2008, 3:36 pm
Further, getting Atari Bigby back in the coming weeks will also be a godsend. But is it enough? Schemes and talent aside, aren’t good defenses defined by …
FanIQ, CA - October 9, 2008, 1:40 pm
Safeties Atari Bigby (hamstring) and Aaron Rouse (knee) both questionable for Packers. Fast Fact: Ryan Grant's 201-yard outing in a win over the Seahawks …
Sports Network - October 9, 2008, 12:26 pm
Safeties Atari Bigby (hamstring) and Aaron Rouse (knee) both questionable for Packers. Fast Fact: Ryan Grant's 201-yard outing in a win over the Seahawks …
WJACtv.com, PA - October 9, 2008, 11:52 am
The Packers had to start third-stringer Charlie Peprah at strong safety against the Falcons after starter Atari Bigby (hamstring) and backup Aaron Rouse …
KIROtv.com, WA - October 9, 2008, 11:52 am
The Packers had to start third-stringer Charlie Peprah at strong safety against the Falcons after starter Atari Bigby (hamstring) and backup Aaron Rouse …
Baltimore Sun, United States - October 9, 2008, 3:24 am
Doubtful: S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), WR James Jones (knee), DE Mike Montgomery (ankle), CB Charles Woodson (toe). …
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - October 8, 2008, 10:30 pm
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers also is playing through a painful shoulder injury, and the Packers are coming off a disturbing home loss to one of the NFL’s …
Rhinelander Daily News, WI - October 8, 2008, 10:22 pm
NOTES: Safety Atari Bigby was able to run Wednesday, but said he wasn't sure if his hamstring injury would force him to sit out another week. …
Packer Report - October 8, 2008, 9:50 pm
… who was so-so in his NFL debut last week, might be forced into the starting lineup. Meanwhile, starting safety Atari Bigby and rookie running back Kregg …
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - October 8, 2008, 9:15 pm
… but that’s the NFL. We’ve got all kinds of things that we’ll look at doing, but we’ve got enough to play with.? Starting safety Atari Bigby (hamstring) …
Rocky Mountain News, CO - October 8, 2008, 9:12 pm
NOTES: Safety Atari Bigby was able to run Wednesday, but said he wasn't sure if his hamstring injury would force him to sit out another week. …
International Herald Tribune, France - October 8, 2008, 5:51 pm
DNP: S Atari Bigby (hamstring), DE Jason Hunter (hamstring), WR James Jones (knee), DE Mike Montgomery (ankle), CB Charles Woodson (toe). …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 8, 2008, 3:41 pm
Saftey Atari Bigby is a run-attacking safety, but a hamstring injury has kept him out since Detroit. LB AJ Hawk is slowed by a groin strain, …
Newsradio 620, WI - October 8, 2008, 11:51 am
Throw into the mix Al Harri’s ruptured spleen, Atari Bigby with a hamstring, Aaron Rouse, Charles Woodson, the defensive depth has certainly been tested and …
Kansas City Star, MO - October 7, 2008, 9:55 pm
The Packers also had to start third- stringer Charlie Peprah at strong safety against the Falcons after starter Atari Bigby (hamstring) and backup Aaron …
Packer Report - October 7, 2008, 9:46 pm
Atari Bigby has missed three games because of a hamstring injury. Bigby's replacement Aaron Rouse, is also out now with a knee injury. …
Sports Network - October 7, 2008, 8:30 pm
The Packers also had to start third- stringer Charlie Peprah at strong safety against the Falcons after starter Atari Bigby (hamstring) and backup Aaron …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 7, 2008, 7:44 pm
Al Harris and Atari Bigby hopefully will return to the team very soon. Yet another disappointment! Jacksonville is falling back in the division and is on …
Sports Central, VA - October 7, 2008, 5:51 pm
Standouts Charles Woodson and AJ Hawk played hurt, but the bigger losses were lineman Cullen Jenkins and DBs Al Harris and Atari Bigby, all of whom missed …
ESPN - October 7, 2008, 5:09 pm
The Falcons' offensive line imposed its will on the Packers' beleaguered defense, which was missing defensive end Cullen Jenkins and safety Atari Bigby, …
Quick DFW, TX - October 14, 2008, 9:40 am
Starter Daunte Culpepper suffered a knee injury in late October. Johnson came on and led the Vikings to a 7-2 record as the team finished second in the NFC …
FanHouse, NY - October 14, 2008, 9:19 am
What if he comes back like Daunte Culpepper or Carson Palmer? Yeah. Exactly. Mantzouranis: Well, while Brady probably isn't going to ever replicate his past …
San Antonio Express, TX - October 14, 2008, 8:03 am
In 2005, he came off the bench when an injury sidelined Daunte Culpepper, and won seven of nine games. ‘There is a little bit of shock value that goes into …
Shreveport Times, LA - October 14, 2008, 3:03 am
Johnson's most recent relief stint came in Minnesota, when Daunte Culpepper went down midway through the 2005 season. After the Vikings began 2-5, …
Dallas Morning News, TX - October 14, 2008, 1:29 am
In Romo's absence, the Cowboys will turn to Brad Johnson, who at 40 will be the oldest starting quarterback in the NFL. Johnson is 71-51 as a starter in his …
Boston Herald, United States - October 14, 2008, 1:14 am
Anybody have Daunte Culpepper’s number? Half their backs were in street clothes and the other half probably wished they had been. …
Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX - October 14, 2008, 1:10 am
He’s come off the bench before twice to relieve injured starters ? Warren Moon in 1996 and Daunte Culpepper with the Vikings in 2005. …
Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - October 13, 2008, 1:14 am
With the NFL trading deadline set for Tuesday, Childress was asked about the possibility of the Vikings making a deal to address some deficiencies. …
Daily Norseman, MN - October 12, 2008, 10:10 pm
So, as it stands now, the Vikings' last 300-yard passing performance still belongs to Daunte Culpepper, who put up exactly 300 yards on 25 September 2005 …
Packer Report - October 12, 2008, 7:32 pm
25, 2005, when Daunte Culpepper hit 300 on the nose against the New Orleans Saints. Frerotte had 301 yards, but his final completion on a screen to Adrian …
Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - October 12, 2008, 9:51 am
For the past several years, the Dolphins have been a blooper reel of AJ Feeley throwing 15 interceptions, of Daunte Culpepper replaced by Joey Harrington, …
Viking Update (subscription) - October 12, 2008, 9:11 am
There is a rumor in Detroit that Daunte Culpepper is coming in to meet with the team about potentially working out a deal. However, team have officials have …
San Jose Mercury News, USA - October 11, 2008, 10:37 pm
Daunte Culpepper could be had in a trade. Drew Brees was available in free agency. Few teams knew Brees as well as the Raiders. He had torched them numerous …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 11, 2008, 2:20 pm
Fresh into New Orleans after leaving from the Bill Parcells regime in Dallas, then they passed on Daunte Culpepper (now retired) and signed another injured …
Macleans.ca, Canada - October 10, 2008, 12:21 pm
… you think that if you dropped by his house one day you’d find Jeff George, Daunte Culpepper, Kordell Stewart and dozens more tied up in his backyard? …
MLive.com, MI - October 10, 2008, 10:37 am
Finally, there has been some buzz that Daunte Culpepper is coming in for a visit with the Lions. Not true. According to the Lions, no visit with Culpepper …
The Missoulian, MT - October 9, 2008, 2:50 am
Of Olson, also the team's offensive coordinator, Osweiler says, ‘he's been around the NFL and been around quarterbacks like me. He coached Daunte Culpepper …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 8, 2008, 3:48 pm
Daunte Culpepper was a better start than Huard this week. Who thought there would ever be a week where JP Losman, Seneca Wallace, Jeff Garcia, …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 14, 2008, 3:27 am
INJURY UPDATES: Cornerback Travis Fisher dressed but didn't play Sunday because of a bruised knee. He said Monday he was going for a second opinion. …
Royal Oak Daily Tribune, MI - October 13, 2008, 7:59 am
Travis Fisher did not play because of a knee injury. The following are comments from the readers. In no way do they represent the view of dailytribune.com. …
Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - October 12, 2008, 12:06 pm
On defense, cornerback Travis Fisher (knee) will be replaced by Brian Kelly. This entry was posted on Sunday, October 12th, 2008 at 10:52 am and is filed …
Packer Report - October 12, 2008, 9:45 am
Sixth-year man Travis Fisher is their best corner, but he is questionable with a knee injury. Brian Kelly was supposed to be a starter, but he has failed to …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 12, 2008, 3:43 am
NOTEBOOK: Calvin Johnson (knee) and Roy Williams (hip) did not practice Friday and are listed as questionable, along with cornerback Travis Fisher (knee). …
Chicago Sun-Times, United States - October 11, 2008, 5:29 am
They like to overload sides, and the primary beneficiary is right end John Abraham, who leads the NFL with seven sacks. He occasionally will switch sides. …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 11, 2008, 3:09 am
NOTEBOOK: Calvin Johnson (knee) and Roy Williams (hip) did not practice Friday and are listed as questionable, along with cornerback Travis Fisher (knee). …
Jets Confidential - October 10, 2008, 5:41 pm
For the Lions, CB Travis Fisher (knee) and QB Dan Orlovsky (ankle) were limited. QB Jon Kitna (back) and G Stephen Peterman (hand), along with WRs Roy …
Lionsfans.com - October 10, 2008, 5:18 pm
Travis Fisher has a knee injury, and Barry said Smith was in the mix to play, but not to start. "I honestly don't know," Kelly said. …
Viking Update (subscription) - October 10, 2008, 8:25 am
Travis Fisher has a knee injury, and Barry said Smith was in the mix to play, but not to start. ‘I honestly don’t know,? Kelly said. …
Lionsfans.com - October 9, 2008, 5:58 pm
CB Travis Fisher did not practice Wednesday because of a knee injury, but Marinelli was encouraged that he might be able to practice later in the week. …
Chicago Bear Report (subscription) - October 9, 2008, 8:23 am
CB Travis Fisher did not practice Wednesday because of a knee injury, but Marinelli was encouraged that he might be able to practice later in the week. …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 9, 2008, 3:08 am
LINEUP WATCH: Cornerback Travis Fisher (knee) did not practice. Defensive tackle Shaun Cody and left guard Edwin Mulitalo did not practice because of …
DetNews.com, MI - October 9, 2008, 1:12 am
Left cornerback Travis Fisher (knee) got treatment and only rode the stationery bike. Left guard Edwin Mulitalo and backup defensive tackle Shaun Cody both …
Bloomington Pantagraph, USA - October 8, 2008, 8:47 pm
There was also a 30-yard completion in the third quarter to Marty Booker, who picked the ball away from Lions cornerback Travis Fisher. …
International Herald Tribune, France - October 8, 2008, 7:50 pm
There was also a 30-yard completion in the third quarter to Marty Booker, who picked the ball away from Lions cornerback Travis Fisher. …
Packer Report - October 8, 2008, 7:01 pm
CB Travis Fisher woke up Monday with a sore knee and hobbled around the locker room. No update on his condition was available. TE Casey Fitzsimmons suffered …
Most Valuable Network, MA - October 13, 2008, 6:01 am
Both Cornell Green and Kwame Harris added to the low-light reel by getting beat for a sack each. The receiving corps had its best day thus far this season, …
The Times-Picayune - NOLA.com, LA - October 12, 2008, 5:38 pm
McCray flew around the outside and threw the right tackle, Cornell Green to the ground. Scott Shanle and Roman Harper both blitzed but were picked up and …
SportingNews.com - October 12, 2008, 10:18 am
If Grant and Smith are run to the sidelines by Kwame Harris and Cornell Green, it will open up running lanes for McFadden off the corner which will give him …
San Francisco Chronicle, USA - October 11, 2008, 9:14 pm
Ends around: Offensive tackles Kwame Harris and Cornell Green draw two impressive pass rushers: Will Smith and Charles Grant. Throw in the indoor crowd …
Silver & Black Illustrated - October 11, 2008, 10:13 pm
The team also uses Michael Matthews, who has yet to catch a single pass in 2008, and Darcy Johnson, who has similar numbers. …
Denver Post, CO - October 14, 2008, 2:40 am
Fans can start placing their Pro Bowl votes by going to NFL.com. Broncos cornerback Champ Bailey figures to be nearly automatic for his ninth consecutive …
Colorado Springs Gazette, CO - October 13, 2008, 2:23 pm
Matt Prater has missed only one field goal all season and has hit all three 50-yard attempts. Yet, when the Broncos faced a fourth and 1 late in the first …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 13, 2008, 11:36 am
Matt Prater, one of the highest-scoring kickers in football, is only owned in 76 percent of leagues on a popular fantasy site. The leader at every other …
Deseret News, UT - October 13, 2008, 2:21 am
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater's 39-yard …
Rocky Mountain News, CO - October 13, 2008, 1:41 am
But Shanahan explained that with Jacksonville still possessing all its timeouts, there was enough time for a drive had he sent Matt Prater out for the kick. …
Sebastian Sun, FL - October 13, 2008, 12:54 am
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater’s 39-yard …
Sumter Item, SC - October 13, 2008, 12:42 am
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater's 39-yard …
The Spread, MI - October 12, 2008, 11:55 pm
Oakland's Tom Cable spent his NFL head coaching debut watching in frustration as Russell completed only 13 of 35 passes for 159 yards, while throwing an …
Naples Daily News, FL - October 12, 2008, 11:12 pm
Matt Prater (Estero), placekicker, Denver Broncos, No. 5 — Prater made a 39-yard field goal and both of his extra points in Sunday's 24-17 loss to …
Daily Mail - Charleston, WV - October 12, 2008, 9:38 pm
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater's 39-yard …
Herald Zeitung, TX - October 12, 2008, 9:05 pm
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater's 39-yard …
StarNewsOnline.com, NC - October 12, 2008, 8:55 pm
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater’s 39-yard …
The Associated Press - October 12, 2008, 7:51 pm
After Jay Cutler and a wide-open tight end Nate Jackson failed to connect on a 26-yard touchdown pass and the Broncos settled for Matt Prater's 39-yard …
Denver Post, CO - October 12, 2008, 3:50 pm
Denver kicker Matt Prater and Marshall spent three years at the University of Central Florida with Jacksonville receiver Mike Walker. …
BetFirms, IA - October 12, 2008, 7:48 am
Denver Kicker Matt Prater and Punter Brett Kern have been weapons on special teams. The Broncos usually play well at home, and this week Denver will face an …
Denver Post, CO - October 12, 2008, 2:43 am
Denver kicker Matt Prater and Marshall spent three years at the University of Central Florida with Jacksonville receiver Mike Walker. …
Longmont Daily Times-Call, CO - October 11, 2008, 8:16 am
Denver’s Matt Prater and Jacksonville’s Josh Scobee have been two of the NFL’s most accurate kickers thus far. Combined, they are 22-for-24 on field goals …
Yardbarker, CA - October 11, 2008, 2:33 am
There is a new kicker in town and his name is Matt Prater. (Orlando Sentinel) Marques Colston is showing steady progress in his rehab and could be back next …
Pro Fantasy Sports, KS - October 10, 2008, 11:31 pm
Where’s Matt Prater‘! Takeaways: It’s official: The Lions are truly the worst team in the NFL, and Jon Kitna never again will be picked in this contest …
RotoTimes.com - October 10, 2008, 5:13 pm
… and, well, there’sa good reason they rank very near the bottom of the NFL in kickoff coverage (27.5 per return). Matt Prater has been getting a lot more …
SI.com - October 10, 2008, 4:04 pm
2 kickers, Josh Scobee and Matt Prater, on my team. Is it a slap in the face for me to include one in a trade? Answer: Frank, First of all, …
Most Valuable Network, MA - October 10, 2008, 3:44 pm
… Browns - Carney is one of the highest-scoring kickers in the NFL this season and he is still not owned in many fantasy leagues. 4. Matt Prater vs. …
Sports Network - October 10, 2008, 2:58 pm
Matt Prater has become a bona fide fantasy starter due to his big leg and frequent chances, but the Denver defense resides on waiver wires from coast to …
USA Today - October 10, 2008, 10:58 am
Just a hunch, but Sunday's game at Invesco Field could very well be decided by the leg of Scobee or Denver's Matt Prater, who has a league-best four field …
Silver & Black Illustrated - October 10, 2008, 7:02 am
–Broncos K Matt Prater was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week after a fantastic game against Tampa Bay. He hit all three field-goal attempts, …
RealGM.com, IL - October 10, 2008, 1:04 am
Brandon Marshall and Eddie Royal combined for 48 yards, but Denver still managed to get into field goal range enough times for Matt Prater to sneak past the …
Rocky Mountain News, CO - October 9, 2008, 10:13 pm
It helps when Matt Prater is booming kickoffs high and deep. Against Tampa Bay on Sunday, he took the pressure off the kick-coverage unit with four …
Napa Valley Register, CA - October 9, 2008, 9:31 pm
His 56-yard field goal against the Chiefs is tied with Denver’s Matt Prater for the longest in the NFL this season, and he made a touchdown-saving tackle …
SportingNews.com - October 9, 2008, 2:31 pm
(AP) — Matt Prater is starting to make a name for himself. What the Denver Broncos' new kicker would really like is to put his name in the record book. …
RealGM.com, IL - October 9, 2008, 1:56 pm
This sure looks like another nail-biter for the Jaguars and a real good fantasy week for kickers Josh Scobee and Matt Prater. On a hunch, Jaguars win 31-30. …
Silver & Black Illustrated - October 9, 2008, 7:12 am
–K Matt Prater has been a revelation for the Broncos. They liked his strong leg but couldn't be certain how good he would be. He has missed only one field …
Fort Mills Times, SC - October 9, 2008, 12:15 am
His 56-yard field goal against the Chiefs is tied with Denver's Matt Prater for the longest in the NFL this season, and he made a touchdown-saving tackle …
San Jose Mercury News, USA - October 9, 2008, 12:10 am
His 56-yard field goal against the Chiefs is tied with Denver's Matt Prater for the longest in the NFL this season, and he made a touchdown-saving tackle …
National Post, Canada - October 8, 2008, 7:48 pm
Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week. However, all the water-cooler talk was about the exploits of Bush and …
Post Chronicle - October 8, 2008, 7:09 pm
by Staff Denver placekicker Matt Prater is among those earning AFC weekly player honors after his three field goals Sunday helped the Broncos beat Tampa Bay …
RealGM.com, IL - October 8, 2008, 4:51 pm
Brandon Marshall and Eddie Royal combined for 48 yards, but Denver still managed to get into field goal range enough times for Matt Prater to sneak past the …
United Press International - October 8, 2008, 3:17 pm
NEW YORK, Oct. 8 (UPI) — Denver placekicker Matt Prater is among those earning AFC weekly player honors after his three field goals Sunday helped the …
Pro Football Weekly, IL - October 8, 2008, 2:37 pm
Special Teams ? Broncos PK Matt Prater converted all three of his FG attempts (55, 40, 27) in the Broncos? 16-13 win over the Buccaneers. …
Kansas City Star, MO - October 8, 2008, 2:07 pm
… Indianapolis linebacker Gary Brackett and Denver kicker Matt Prater have been selected as the AFC's top players for Week 5 of the NFL season. …
Sports Network - October 8, 2008, 1:52 pm
… Indianapolis linebacker Gary Brackett and Denver kicker Matt Prater have been selected as the AFC's top players for Week 5 of the NFL season. …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 8, 2008, 1:47 pm
Matt Prater has adapted excellently in his new role as the Broncos' kicker of the future, as well as present. Prater leads the NFL in points among kickers …
Washington Observer Reporter, PA - October 8, 2008, 3:44 am
Matt Prater is starting to make a name for himself. What the Denver Broncos' new kicker would really like is to put his name in the record book. …
Arizona Daily Star, AZ - October 8, 2008, 3:08 am
Matt Prater is starting to make a name for himself. What the Broncos' new kicker would really like is to put his name in the record book. …
Chicago Tribune, United States - October 8, 2008, 3:04 am
After kicking a 55-yard field goal that would have been good from 70 yards, Matt Prater said he wants the chance to beat the record of 63 yards held by Tom …
Denver Post, CO - October 8, 2008, 2:38 am
Kicker Matt Prater has been selected as the AFC's special- teams player of the week. Prater made three field goals Sunday, including one from 55 yards. …
Houston Chronicle, United States - October 8, 2008, 2:26 am
After kicking a 55-yard field goal that would have been good from 70 yards Sunday, K Matt Prater said he wants the chance to beat the NFL record of 63 yards …
Idaho State Journal, ID - October 8, 2008, 2:22 am
Matt Prater is starting to make a name for himself. What the Denver Broncos' new kicker would really like is to put his name in the record book. …
Fort Mills Times, SC - October 8, 2008, 1:42 am
DENVER ? The NFL has named Broncos kicker Matt Prater AFC special teams player of the week after he made all three field goal attempts in a 16-13 victory …
Colorado Springs Gazette, CO - October 8, 2008, 1:29 am
ENGLEWOOD ? After Matt Prater hit a 68-yard field goal in a training camp practice or nailed yet another 50-yarder in a game, his demeanor wasn't that much …
New York Times, United States - October 7, 2008, 10:41 pm
By AP After making a 55-yard field goal on Sunday that would have been good from 70 yards, Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater said he wants the chance to …
Sports Network - October 7, 2008, 9:57 pm
The Broncos had three sacks and one interception in the win, and got by with one touchdown and three field goals from Matt Prater. …
Mile High Report, CO - October 7, 2008, 7:54 pm
Prater's selection as AFC Special Teams Player of the Week marks the first such award of his two-year NFL career. During the Broncos' 16-13 win against …
My Fox Colorado.com, CO - October 7, 2008, 7:25 pm
(MyFOXColorado.com) ? Denver Broncos kicker Matt Prater will be named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week, the team said Tuesday. …
Broncos Update (subscription) - October 7, 2008, 7:04 pm
Josh Scobee is a clutch kicker, and Matt Prater is turning out to be a pretty respectable rookie kicker himself. Kick coverage will be vital, …
KKTV 11 News, CO - October 7, 2008, 6:36 pm
Now Prater says he wants the chance to break the NFL's field goal record of 63 yards held by Tom Dempsey and Elam. Prater has piled up a league-high 51 …
The Canadian Press, Colo. - October 7, 2008, 6:26 pm
Matt Prater is starting to make a name for himself. What the Denver Broncos' new kicker would really like is to put his name in the record book. …
RealGM.com, IL - October 7, 2008, 5:26 pm
KTIC - Denver kicker Matt Prater drilled a 55-yard field goal on Sunday and has eyes on the NFL's record for the longest successful kick. …
Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - October 13, 2008, 1:49 pm
Asante Samuel ( Philadelphia Eagles): The former Boyd Anderson Cobra had two solo tackles in a 40-26 win over San Francisco. …
New York Times, United States - October 13, 2008, 1:20 pm
With the departure of Asante Samuel, it was a major source of concern entering the season. Big play after big play ? there were pass plays of 48, …
Providence Journal, RI - October 13, 2008, 2:49 am
BY JIM DONALDSON SAN DIEGO — The Patriots chose not to pay Asante Samuel, the all-pro cornerback who led the team in interceptions the last three years. …
Boston Herald, United States - October 13, 2008, 1:36 am
The Pats secondary looked so vulnerable during last night’s 30-10 loss to San Diego, it’s debatable whether Asante Samuel [stats] would have made a …
SF49ers.com - October 13, 2008, 1:35 am
Davis said he was never matched up with a Eagles linebacker, but he was covered at times by safety Brian Dawkins and cornerback Asante Samuel. …
Blinq, PA - October 12, 2008, 10:08 pm
After Brodrick Bunkley stopped Frank Gore for no gain on first down and Asante Samuel stepped in to break up a JT O'Sullivan pass on second down, …
phillyBurbs.com, PA - October 12, 2008, 7:17 am
… Asante Samuel, Lito Sheppard and Sheldon Brown are starting to settle in as a trio. 49ERS: This group has struggled all season, ranked 19th in the NFL. …
Press of Atlantic City, NJ - October 12, 2008, 12:28 am
Cornerback Asante Samuel has been inconsistent lately. Defensive end Chris Clemons has been invisible. 49ers: They have allowed 30 or more points in three …
Bleacher Report, CA - October 11, 2008, 11:41 pm
… JT O'Sullivan to beat their secondary, which includes cornerbacks Asante Samuel, Sheldon Brown, Lito Sheppard, and free safety Brian Dawkins. …
San Francisco Chronicle, USA - October 11, 2008, 9:14 pm
Philadelphia is tied for the league lead in sacks with 18, while at 20 JT O'Sullivan is the most-sacked quarterback in the NFL. …
Niners Nation, CA - October 11, 2008, 2:05 pm
NN: Given the hefty contract Asante Samuel received, expectations were certainly high. How has he fared so far? Isaac Bruce has been the best wide receiver …
Casino Beacon, UK - October 11, 2008, 7:47 am
Brady's brilliance was needed to plaster over the cracks of an ageing defensive line and a secondary severely weakened by the loss of Asante Samuel. …
Most Valuable Network, MA - October 11, 2008, 5:02 am
Sam: CB Asante Samuel was the team’s biggest signing this off-season. He has two interceptions so far this season. Has he helped improve this secondary and …
The News Journal, DE - October 11, 2008, 3:53 am
So when they brought in Asante Samuel at his position, bitter feeling emerged and the Eagles weren't able to trade him. "I actually felt pretty bad for him, …
Cherry Hill Courier Post, NJ - October 11, 2008, 3:20 am
So when they brought in Asante Samuel at his position, bitter feelings emerged and the Eagles weren't able to trade him. "I actually felt pretty bad for him …
Press of Atlantic City, NJ - October 11, 2008, 12:59 am
Sheppard, who was hampered by injuries in 2005-07, lost his starting job when the Eagles signed Asante Samuel during free agency. …
SF49ers.com - October 10, 2008, 3:09 pm
The off-season addition of one of the league’s premier cover corners in Asante Samuel forced two-time Pro Bowl selection Lito Sheppard into the role of a …
FOXSports.com - October 10, 2008, 1:19 pm
Poor Asante Samuel. To think he came to Philly not for the guaranteed money but to win Super Bowls. John Fox suspended star wide receiver Steve Smith for …
Sportsnet.ca, Canada - October 10, 2008, 8:41 am
… Minnesota can now take a pinch without waking up to learn Rodney Harrison or Asante Samuel picked off the championship during the Giants' final drive. …
The Associated Press - October 9, 2008, 10:52 pm
1 as the replacement for Asante Samuel, while dynamic rookie Jerod Mayo has bolstered the linebackers after Rosevelt Colvin's departure. …
SF49ers.com - October 9, 2008, 10:06 pm
… has three top-notch cornerbacks, Asante Samuel, Sheldon Brown and Lito Sheppard in their lineup up to the challenge of facing Bruce, Johnson and Battle. …
SF49ers.com - October 9, 2008, 4:41 pm
Asante Samuel is not just a good corner, but an elite corner. That was part of the problem last week for JT O’Sullivan on plays when he was scrambling and …
CBSSports.com - October 9, 2008, 4:20 pm
Philadelphia CB Asante Samuel: The Eagles spent a lot of money, too, only they spent a lot more on Samuel than the Falcons did on Turner. …
Pottstown Mercury, PA - October 9, 2008, 8:24 am
The organization tried to trade Sheppard after signing Asante Samuel but didn't like the offers. "Mike's a good player, and I'm just glad he's in a place …
SF49ers.com - October 8, 2008, 12:43 pm
… for the Eagles secondary which hosts one of the elite cover corners in the NFL in Asante Samuel, a free agent pickup from the Eagles this off-season. …
North County Times, CA - October 8, 2008, 3:46 am
The Patriots lost top cover corner Asante Samuel to free agency after last season. Former Oceanside High and Chargers standout Junior Seau is no longer with …
New Richmond News, WI - October 9, 2008, 10:18 am
And rookie Josh Sitton and Allen Barbre would then compete for the guard spot. It’s been 10 quarters since the Green Bay Packers have had a quarterback sack …
Packer Report - October 14, 2008, 10:31 am
RUSH DEFENSE: C ? The Vikings would have held the Lions to 50 yards on the ground except for the fact rookie running back Kevin Smith gashed Minnesota for a …
ESPN - October 14, 2008, 9:12 am
Kevin Smith broke a 50-yarder, while Rudi Johnson averaged 2.2 yards per carry. Why did Smith get five carries while Johnson got 17? …
Pro Fantasy Sports, KS - October 13, 2008, 11:34 pm
Kevin Smith, RB (shoulder) ? Smith injured his shoulder during the first half in the game against Minnesota . There's no word yet on the severity. …
Pro Football Weekly, IL - October 13, 2008, 7:44 pm
And the usually stout run defense allowed Lions RB Kevin Smith to get loose for a 50-yard run that set up a Lions field goal and an early 3-2 lead. …
Lionsfans.com - October 13, 2008, 4:26 pm
LINEUP WATCH: Veteran Rudi Johnson started at running back at Minnesota instead of rookie Kevin Smith, a week after the change was reportedly going to be …
Post-Bulletin, MN - October 13, 2008, 12:18 pm
Backup Vinny Ciurciu had to fill in for Herron and was on the field for rookie running back Kevin Smith's 50-yard run late in the first half which set up a …
Post-Bulletin, MN - October 13, 2008, 11:00 am
Backup Vinny Ciurciu had to fill in for Herron and was on the field for rookie running back Kevin Smith's 50-yard run late in the first half which set up a …
Packer Report - October 13, 2008, 8:42 am
On the next drive, Lions RB Kevin Smith took the second play of the drive for a 50-yard gain when Ciurciu missed the initial tackle at the line of scrimmage …
Chicago Tribune, United States - October 13, 2008, 4:00 am
Rudi Johnson started at RB ahead of Kevin Smith for the Lions and had 38 yards on 17 carries. … The Lions lost their 11th straight game at the Metrodome. …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 13, 2008, 3:29 am
LINEUP CHANGES: Veteran Rudi Johnson started at running back instead of rookie Kevin Smith, a week after the change was reportedly going to be made. …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 13, 2008, 3:28 am
Yards of rookie running back Kevin Smith's second-quarter carry, the Lions' longest play of the season. Number of times Smith carried the ball after that, …
Boston Globe, United States - October 13, 2008, 3:21 am
In his absence, the playing time of four-year veteran Mike Wright and third-year man Le Kevin Smith increased. Meanwhile, the Patriots lost starting right …
Fantasy Baseball, NY - October 13, 2008, 2:08 am
Kevin Smith had 62 yards on 5 carries, but didn't play in the second half because of a shoulder injury. He's the better option the rest of the season. …
Sports Network - October 13, 2008, 1:29 am
Dan Orlovsky, making his first career start in place of an injured Jon Kitna, went 12-for-21 with 150 yards and a score while Kevin Smith added 62 yards on …
DetNews.com, MI - October 13, 2008, 12:24 am
Kevin Smith's 50-yard run set up the go-ahead field goal in the second quarter, and Orlovsky teamed up with Calvin Johnson to make it a 10-2 lead on the …
Orlando Sentinel, FL - October 13, 2008, 12:24 am
‘Lions' rookie running back Kevin Smith, out of UCF, had a 50-yard run and totaled 62 yards in only 5 carries, while veteran Rudi Johnson had just 38 yards …
MLive.com, MI - October 12, 2008, 10:01 pm
Running back Kevin Smith, who had a career-long 50-yard run against the Vikings, left the game with a shoulder injury. Safety Gerald Alexander suffered a …
Inside NoVA, VA - October 12, 2008, 9:57 pm
‘Bo is the real deal,? said Kevin Smith, Woodbridge quarterbacks coach/offensive coordinator. ‘I saw him play Potomac in the first game and he threw a …
The Morning Sun, MI - October 12, 2008, 9:36 pm
The Lions? best play was a 49-yard run by Kevin Smith. It was followed up by a fumbled snap and a sack. The Lions didn’t score a touchdown, they settled for …
DetNews.com, MI - October 12, 2008, 9:35 pm
But with a pared-down offense and a running game that showed some life — Kevin Smith and Rudi Johnson combined for 100 yards on 24 carries — the Lions …
Pride of Detroit, MI - October 12, 2008, 8:42 pm
Orlovsky and company went three and out again after Kevin Smith caught a pass on third down and ended up a yard short of the first down marker. …
Post Chronicle - October 12, 2008, 8:40 pm
Rookie Kevin Smith started at running back and gathered up 62 yards on 5 carries, most of them coming on a 50 yard run that set-up Hanson's second quarter …
MLive.com, MI - October 12, 2008, 7:20 pm
by Tom Kowalski AP PhotoLions running back Kevin Smith tries to escape from Minnesota's Cedric Griffin. Smith finished with 62 yards rushing. …
Lionsfans.com - October 12, 2008, 6:57 pm
On the Lions? sixth drive, RB Kevin Smith broke free for a 50-yard gain down to the 12-yard line. Three plays later, Jason Hanson gave Detroit a 3-2 lead …
Packer Report - October 12, 2008, 9:45 am
Peterson ranks third in the NFL with 452 rushing yards. The Lions? top rusher is rookie Kevin Smith, who ranks 44th with just 133 rushing yards. …
Monroenews.com, MI - October 12, 2008, 4:02 am
Kevin Smith ran into the end zone for Detroit's first points and slammed the ball to the turf so hard that he nearly lost his balance. What was he doing? …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 12, 2008, 3:43 am
The Lions came up on the losing end after Kevin Smith and Rudi Johnson combined for only 54 yards against Chicago. It was yet another example of the Lions' …
Carroll County Times (subscription), MD - October 12, 2008, 1:32 am
I was wrong: Jason Campbell, Santana Moss, Kevin Smith (I was happy about this one) and the Giants wide receivers. Times copy editor Brian Patterson plays a …
Lionsfans.com - October 11, 2008, 5:38 pm
Rookie running back Kevin Smith intrigued fantasy owners who believed the Lions ‘new commitment to the run? would result in a productive season for the …
Windsor Star, Canada - October 11, 2008, 5:16 am
That means the Lions will again try to assert a running game that has failed to materialize this season with rookie Kevin Smith or veteran Rudi Johnson. …
KFFL, CA - October 10, 2008, 10:33 pm
Some gossip with the Detroit Lions: Kevin Smith told the media he lost his starting job after he was allegedly told by running backs coach Sam Gash that his …
BetFirms, IA - October 10, 2008, 9:48 pm
Neither Rudi Johnson or Kevin Smith were able to do much on the ground, and the Lions have yet to really use Roy Williams and Calvin Johnson in the same …
Sports Network - October 10, 2008, 3:04 pm
Kevin Smith (133 rushing yards, 2 TD, 12 receptions) and Rudi Johnson (122 rushing yards) combined for 88 yards on 20 total touches versus Chicago. …
SportingNews.com - October 10, 2008, 12:51 pm
Not only does Minnesota pose a stiff challenge for most rushers (unless you can return punts like Reggie Bush), but rookie Kevin Smith and newcomer Rudi …
Palm Beach Post, United States - October 10, 2008, 9:56 am
RBs Kevin Smith and Rudi Johnson, Detroit Lions: Who is getting the Lion's Share of carries here (pun intended)? Two weeks ago it was newcomer Rudi Johnson …
Detroit Free Press, United States - October 10, 2008, 9:19 am
Rookie Kevin Smith and newcomer Rudi Johnson haven’t gotten many opportunities because the Lions usually fall behind big early and are forced to pass to …
Crossbones.com - October 10, 2008, 6:55 am
That was the toughest thing Kevin Smith had to learn. All we count on is four yards a run play and anything after that is gravy." Running back Ronnie Weaver …
Los Angeles Daily News, CA - October 10, 2008, 3:11 am
4 pick, Oakland's Darren McFadden, and Detroit second-round pick, Kevin Smith. Clearly, this season is a far cry from the mid-2000s, when only a couple of …
Omaha World-Herald (subscription), NE - October 10, 2008, 1:42 am
… Daniel Bullocks, Jay Moore and Le Kevin Smith. NFL starters Adam Carriker and Stewart Bradley were NU regulars - Bradley didn't start only because the …
MLive.com, MI - October 10, 2008, 12:37 am
Despite having the second-worst rushing attack in the NFL, the Lions hope to challenge the Minnesota Vikings, who have had the most dominant run defense in …
The Associated Press - October 9, 2008, 10:18 pm
Chicago built a 31-0 lead before rookie Kevin Smith scored for the Lions midway through the third quarter. Detroit played fourth-year quarterback Dan …
Clemson Tigers Insider - October 9, 2008, 9:08 pm
That was the toughest thing Kevin Smith had to learn. All we count on is four yards a run play and anything after that is gravy." Running back Ronnie Weaver …
Comcast SportsNet, PA - October 9, 2008, 8:00 pm
Downgrades everywhere there except for rookie Kevin Smith, who will reclaim the RB job from Rudi Johnson. Nice to see Randy Moss get deep. …
The Spread, MI - October 9, 2008, 6:22 pm
Rookie Kevin Smith and newcomer Rudi Johnson haven't gotten many opportunities because the Lions usually fall behind big early and are forced to pass to …
SI.com - October 9, 2008, 5:21 pm
… allowed 100-yards rushing with a touchdown to four of the five starting tailbacks they've faced, with the lone exception being Kevin Smith of the Lions. …
KTVU.com, CA - October 9, 2008, 4:19 pm
Kevin Smith (133 rushing yards, 2 TD, 12 receptions) and Rudi Johnson (122 rushing yards) combined for 88 yards on 20 total touches versus Chicago. …
Rotoworld.com - October 9, 2008, 3:51 pm
Colletto speaks to the media more than any coordinator in the NFL. "We'll decide (who starts) at the end of the week," he added. "Kevin will probably be in …
MLive.com, MI - October 9, 2008, 10:04 am
Why hasn't he used something that has worked in the past like an end-around, or that play-action where everyone thought Kevin Smith was diving into the end …
Point-Spreads.com, FL - October 9, 2008, 9:17 am
RB Kevin Smith had just 8 carries for 31 yards and a touchdown while their top receiver WR Roy Williams had 7 catches for 96 yards. …
Windsor Star, Canada - October 9, 2008, 3:14 am
MIXED SIGNALS Rookie Kevin Smith said last week that he felt Rudy Johnson was going to get the start against Chicago. Instead, it was Smith that started …
The Auburn Plainsman, USA - October 9, 2008, 3:08 am
He signed a one-year deal with the Lions and currently splits time with rookie Kevin Smith from Central Florida. Johnson is averaging just 30 yards per game …
Virginian Pilot, VA - October 9, 2008, 1:29 am
Sit RBs Kevin Smith and Rudi Johnson. They've shared carries the past two games, and Minnesota is third against the run (68.4). For Minnesota, expect huge …
NFL News - October 9, 2008, 12:10 am
They also have the second-worst rushing offense as rookie Kevin Smith and former Bengal Rudi Johnson have combined for 72.3 yards. …
RealGM.com, IL - October 8, 2008, 6:54 pm
For example, the Lions have featured both Kevin Smith and Rudi Johnson this season because neither has been overly effective. On the other hand, …
The Flint Journal - MLive.com, MI - October 8, 2008, 4:23 pm
"It's what I expected," Smith said of his first NFL action. "It was tough running. I didn't break a long one. I wanted to break an 80-yarder. …
The Flint Journal - MLive.com, MI - October 8, 2008, 4:23 pm
He used the threat of handing off the football to running back Kevin Smith to set up the team's first touchdown on a highlight-reel pass midway through the …
BetUs.com, Canada - October 8, 2008, 3:32 pm
Detroit gained just 54 rushing yards on 13 carries though running back Kevin Smith did manage to find the end zone. Detroit’s nearly, non-existent defense …
Lionsfans.com - October 8, 2008, 2:53 pm
He pointed out the Lions started four young players ? running back Kevin Smith, fullback Jerome Felton, right guard Manny Ramirez and right tackle Gosder …
Sports Memo, TN - October 8, 2008, 10:37 am
The Lions do have three rookie starters (right tackle Gosder Cherilus, running back Kevin Smith and fullback Jerome Felton) and a fourth player (right guard …