UCF in the NFL Weekly Roundup

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Atari Bigby
Daunte Culpepper
Travis Fisher
Michael Gaines
Cornell Green
Alex Haynes
Darcy Johnson
Matt Prater
Asante Samuel
Josh Sitton
Kevin Smith
Mike Walker

Atari Bigby

Secondary prepares to drop curtain on Saints' aerial display
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WI - November 17, 2008, 10:34 pm
If the Packers ever get safety Atari Bigby playing at the level he did before injuring his hamstring in Week 2, they will have no one who can be picked on.

Upon Further Review: A second look at Sunday's win over the Bears
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - November 17, 2008, 9:26 pm
that was Rashied Davis? 36-yard catch-and-run against Chillar ? extended on missed tackles by Chillar and S Atari Bigby ? after the game was in hand.

Secondary a primary force
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, WI - November 17, 2008, 4:15 am
shallow crossing route to Rashied Davis in which linebacker Brandon Chillar appeared in primary coverage and then missed the tackle, as did Atari Bigby.

Packer Replay
Trading Markets (press release), CA - November 17, 2008, 2:25 am
–Safety Aaron Rouse got to play a couple series in place of starter Atari Bigby again this week. The coaches want to continue getting him action,

Packers 37, Bears 3: Back in the race
Oshkosh Northwestern, WI - November 16, 2008, 4:23 pm
The Packers came out of halftime playing almost exclusively single-high safety, with S Atari Bigby — back in for Aaron Rouse — lining up near the line of

Move Over, Peter King…
Newsradio 620, WI - November 16, 2008, 3:02 pm
The secondary had to go without two starters, Atari Bigby and Al Harris. The Packers have had a bunch of issues nine games into this season but Rodgers

Adrian Peterson becoming more vocal leader for Minnesota Vikings
The Canadian Press,  Minn. - November 15, 2008, 1:20 pm
It ended when Peterson burst off right tackle and raced 29 yards for a touchdown, dragging Green Bay safety Atari Bigby the final 2 yards as his

Lloyd ready for return
Dekalb Daily Chronicle, IL - November 15, 2008, 1:47 am
Two really good corners and both safeties (Collins and Atari Bigby) play the ball well in the air. They’ve got a great secondary.? If the Packers? secondary

Establishing run game could be key to beating Packers
ChicagoBears.com - November 14, 2008, 3:17 pm
Their corners are outstanding and both safeties [Collins and Atari Bigby] really play the ball well in the air. They’ve got a great secondary.’

Rodgers isn't held back in practice
Beloit Daily News, WI - November 14, 2008, 1:56 pm
McCarthy said safety Atari Bigby is showing noticeable improvement after returning from a hamstring injury two weeks ago. … The Packers signed DT Anthony

Behind Enemy Lines: Part III
Viking Update (subscription) - November 14, 2008, 11:48 am
FS Nick Collins and SS Atari Bigby: It's safe to say that Green Bay's cornerbacks are better than Chicago's wide receivers, so it will most likely be up to

Behind Enemy Lines: Part III
Packer Report - November 14, 2008, 9:12 am
FS Nick Collins and SS Atari Bigby: It's safe to say that Green Bay's cornerbacks are better than Chicago's wide receivers, so it will most likely be up to

Peterson becoming more vocal leader for Vikings
eTaiwan News, Taiwan - November 14, 2008, 12:23 am
It ended when Peterson burst off right tackle and raced 29 yards for a touchdown, dragging Green Bay safety Atari Bigby the final 2 yards as his

Peterson becoming more vocal leader for Vikings
International Herald Tribune, France - November 13, 2008, 10:37 pm
It ended when Peterson burst off right tackle and raced 29 yards for a touchdown, dragging Green Bay safety Atari Bigby the final 2 yards as his

Ramped-up practice shows Rodgers' improvement
Rocky Mountain News, CO - November 13, 2008, 7:15 pm
McCarthy said safety Atari Bigby is showing noticeable improvement after returning from a hamstring injury two weeks ago. "I think you've definitely seen

Packers playoff hopes are still alive
UWEC Spectator, WI - November 13, 2008, 12:47 am
Three defensive starters - Cullen Jenkins, Al Harris and Atari Bigby - have missed significant time due to injuries, and starting middle linebacker Nick

Bucs face challenge in Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson
Tampabay.com, FL - November 12, 2008, 10:18 pm
But on the sixth play ? five of them runs by Peterson ? the former Oklahoma star scored on a 29-yard run, beating safety Atari Bigby to the pylon.

Packers Shutting Down Top Wideouts
Packers.com - November 11, 2008, 6:20 pm
Add to that the substitutions made at safety - Aaron Rouse started four games and Charlie Peprah one while Atari Bigby was out with a hamstring injury - and

Daunte Culpepper

Peppers shows different side away from field
Burlington Times News, NC - November 18, 2008, 9:35 am
HE CAUGHT YOU: Charles Godfrey's interception of Daunte Culpepper's pass secured Carolina's victory against Detroit. Despite the play's significance,

To kick, or not
Royal Oak Daily Tribune, MI - November 18, 2008, 7:37 am
Had they tried and made the kick, they would have taken the lead two possessions later when Daunte Culpepper scored on a 1-yard sneak.

Pick won't save Godfrey from teammates
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 18, 2008, 7:25 am
‘Can you talk to us about Daunte Culpepper tackling you’? Harris later elaborated happily on Godfrey's mistake, saying the rookie broke one of the NFL's

NFL: Week 11 highlights
Indiana Gazette, PA - November 18, 2008, 6:47 am
Daunte Culpepper connected with Calvin Johnson on a 29-yard touchdown pass on Detroit's opening possession, marking the first time the Lions scored first in

CAPUTO: It just doesn't matter
Royal Oak Daily Tribune, MI - November 18, 2008, 5:58 am
Quarterback Daunte Culpepper rolled out and threw down the field. Anyone surprised it was intercepted? Was there shock throughout Southeast Michigan when

Gremlin benchwarmers are hotter than starters
TheChronicleHerald.ca, Canada - November 18, 2008, 5:06 am
By JIMMY D Fantasy Sports DONOVAN McNABB does not make the top 10 in fantasy QB production Sunday, but freshly unretired Daunte Culpepper does.

Despite 10th loss, Marinelli keeps focus
ABC12.com, MI - November 18, 2008, 3:54 am
ALLEN PARK (WJRT) — (11/18/08) — The Detroit Lions have lost 17 or their last 18 games and are 0-10 this season. Coach Rod Marinelli has refused to

Smith keeps sense of humor about Lions' record
MLive.com, MI - November 18, 2008, 12:22 am
Much of that optimism is based on the recent acquisition of quarterback Daunte Culpepper and the leadership and playmaking ability he brings to the Lions.

Culpepper: Peppers a ‘red alert' guy
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 18, 2008, 12:15 am
By Charles Chandler New Detroit Lions quarterback Daunte Culpepper speaks with the media at the end of team practice in Allen Park, Michigan, Wednesday,

Pick won't save Godfrey from teammates
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 18, 2008, 12:15 am
PLUS: What Detroit's Daunte Culpepper thinks of Julius Peppers. You pick on rookies. That's a given in the NFL. Opposing quarterbacks do it.

Fantasy Football's Real and Surreal of Week Eleven
Bleacher Report, CA - November 17, 2008, 8:11 pm
Daunte Culpepper: Yeah, yeah, it was a good game, but you can find better players on the waiver wire in your league. Here are quarterbacks owned in less

Panthers Dual Back Attack Dooms Lions
Bleacher Report, CA - November 17, 2008, 5:31 pm
Quarterback Daunte Culpepper, playing in his second game since coming out of retirement to join the lowly Lions, found star receiver Calvin Johnson in the

Trepidation follows Panthers despite 8-2 record
The Associated Press - November 17, 2008, 3:51 pm
It took Jon Beason's stop of Daunte Culpepper on a 2-point conversion try ? and a friendly decision by the officials not to call Beason for a facemask

Takeaways: Addai, Grant rebound
FOXSports.com - November 17, 2008, 3:12 pm
Daunte Culpepper rolled out to his right and fired a bullet to a wide-open Calvin Johnson in the end zone. I don't think this will last, but I can already

NFL Quick Shots: Warner emerges as top candidate for MVP
Norwich Bulletin, CT - November 17, 2008, 2:02 pm
Don’t look now, but Warner could become the first player in NFL history to win three outright MVP awards (Brett Favre was co-MVP with Barry Sanders one of

Mercurial Carolina faces long, hard road
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 17, 2008, 1:21 pm
11/16/08 Carolina Panthers (90) defensive end Julius Peppers sacks Detroit Lions quarterback (11) Daunte Culpepper during first quarter action Sunday at

Eleven opinions in NFL's Week 11
CNN International - November 17, 2008, 11:44 am
Carolina middle linebacker Jon Beason, 235 pounds, sized up Lions quarterback Daunte Culpepper on the other side of the line, calling signals from the

NFL Week 11: Panthers Win, Gamblers Lose, & A Tie
850 The Buzz, NC - November 17, 2008, 11:04 am
There is an underground movement calling out the NFL for shenanigans after the way the Pittsburgh Steelers ended the game with a defensive touchdown over

Rookie defensive back comes up with clutch interception for Panthers
Burlington Times News, NC - November 17, 2008, 9:23 am
Godfrey, a rookie out of Iowa, picked off Detroit quarterback Daunte Culpepper, leading to an insurance touchdown by DeAngelo Williams.

Happy couple: Panthers backs do the job
Burlington Times News, NC - November 17, 2008, 9:23 am
CHARLOTTE - Off the field, Jonathan Stewart and DeAngelo Williams are as different as rock-and-roll and old-time gospel music. On it, they complement each

NFL: Panthers 31, Lions 22
Salisbury Post, NC - November 17, 2008, 9:12 am
He passed Nick Lowery and moved into eighth place on the NFL's all-time scoring list with 1714 points. … This was Culpepper's first game in Charlotte

Panthers Outrun the Lions 31-22
Cat Scratch Reader, NC - November 17, 2008, 8:33 am
He capped his big day off with a sack and his NFL leading 5 th forced fumble. The Panthers pass rush may have not put up impressive statistics but they

NFL roundup for Sunday: Titans move to perfect 10
International Herald Tribune, France - November 17, 2008, 8:23 am
Daunte Culpepper got the Lions (0-10) within 24-22 on his 1-yard plunge with 6:05 left, but was stopped on the 2-point try. Bucs 19, Vikings 13 Jeff Garcia

Kevin Smith giveth, Daunte Culpepper taketh away
Examiner.com - November 17, 2008, 8:12 am
You could be starting Daunte Culpepper. It would be fair to say I have been perhaps a tad bit critical of the Lions signing Culpepper to be their starting

Perfect 10: Titans rally past Jags for 24-14 win
The Associated Press - November 17, 2008, 7:22 am
Daunte Culpepper got the Lions (0-10) within 24-22 on his 1-yard plunge with 6:05 left, but was stopped on the 2-point try. Rookie Kevin Smith rushed for a

NFL: Week 11
Arkansas Democrat Gazette, AR - November 17, 2008, 7:17 am
Daunte Culpepper, returning to the scene of his career-changing knee injury three years ago, got the Lions (0-10 ) within 24-22 on his 1-yard run with 6: 05

After slow start, Panthers pull away
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:36 am
to 24-16 before the Lions and quarterback Daunte Culpepper again threatened to pull off what likely would have been the biggest upset of the NFL season.

Broncos hand Falcons first home loss, 24-20
Knoxville News Sentinel, TN - November 17, 2008, 12:31 am
Daunte Culpepper, returning to the scene of his career-changing knee injury three years ago, got the Lions (0-10) to 24-22 on his yard plunge with 6:05 left

Unpredictable Catsface long, hard road
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:18 am
But behind quarterback Daunte Culpepper, who on Tuesday will celebrate his two-week anniversary with the team, Detroit jumped to leads of 7-0 and 13-7.

Panthers run by winless Lions
Rock Hill Herald, SC - November 17, 2008, 12:16 am
By Darin Gantt - The Herald CHARLOTTE — Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme might not have done much else Sunday, but he perfectly summarized his

Panthers' D not proud of this one
Rock Hill Herald, SC - November 17, 2008, 12:13 am
Quarterback Daunte Culpepper, signed less than two weeks ago, threw for 207 yards and an amazingly wide-open touchdown to Calvin Johnson.

Grinding out a victory
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:09 am
The Panthers' second-quarter blitz came after the Lions drove 80 yards after the opening kickoff to take a 7-0 lead on Daunte Culpepper's 29-yard pass to

Panthers Notebook: Beason makes big stop on draw
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:03 am
Beason stopped quarterback Daunte Culpepper inches short of the goal line on a potential tying 2-point conversion attempt with 6:05 left, after the Lions

Still Winless: Lions collapse down the stretch
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:03 am
Official blindness occurs when the Lions drive 70 yards for a touchdown and pull to two points behind only to have 260-pound quarterback Daunte Culpepper

GRIN AND BEAR IT Godfrey will gladly put up with the barbs from
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 17, 2008, 12:03 am
With the Panthers holding onto a 24-22 lead going into the final five minutes, Godfrey intercepted a Daunte Culpepper pass at the Detroit 20 and returned it

Panthers running back duo sets record in win over Lions
Shelby Star, NC - November 16, 2008, 11:42 pm
The Lions, playing with nothing to lose, converted a fourth-and-1 on the opening drive and took a 7-0 lead on a 29-yard touchdown pass from Daunte Culpepper

NFL Picks: Detroit Lions vs Carolina Panthers
Point-Spreads.com, FL - November 16, 2008, 9:05 am
Not surprisingly, NFL Picks at Sportsbook.com have the road Lions as a heavy +14 underdog. Lions Breakdown: Detroit currently sits at 0-9 and they are in

Panthers Defense vs Lions Offense
Cat Scratch Reader, NC - November 16, 2008, 8:16 am
I agree with Revshawn that the Lions are in desperate shape believing that QB Daunte Culpepper would be their future quarterback. However, this is the type

Detroit Lions vs Carolina Panthers NFL Picks
Sports-Odds.com, FL - November 16, 2008, 7:30 am
Daunte Culpepper made his anticipated Detroit debut and didn't make a difference. Culpepper was 5/10 for 104 yards and 1 INT. Backup QB Drew Stanton was 6/8

Week 11 NFL capsules
Arkansas Democrat Gazette, AR - November 16, 2008, 6:46 am
RANKINGS Lions: offense (28 ), defense (31 ); Panthers: offense (20 ), defense (8 ) NOTES Detroit QB Daunte Culpepper plays first regular-season game at

Lions' Culpepper puts his injury woes behind him
Allentown Morning Call, PA - November 16, 2008, 4:09 am
The last time Daunte Culpepper started a regular-season game in Charlotte, he was still the quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings, and still considered one

Is NFL going soft, or getting smart’
The News Journal, DE - November 16, 2008, 3:48 am
Later that season, against the Vikings, Clemons said he closed on Daunte Culpepper. He had the quarterback in his grasp, but an impulse triggered within him

Even the staunchest Lions fans are making alternative plans for
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 16, 2008, 3:27 am
If I did that, then at least I wouldn't know that the Lions recently signed a quarterback — Daunte Culpepper. And that Culpepper was once a Pro Bowl player

Panthers Gameday vs. Detroit
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 16, 2008, 3:08 am
Daunte Culpepper's best season was 2004 with Minnesota when he had 39 TD passes and a 110.9 passer rating. JIM MCISAAC ? GETTY IMAGES PHOTO Detroit's

Raiders at Miami: The particulars
Sacramento Bee,  USA - November 16, 2008, 3:04 am
Daunte Culpepper ran for three scores and threw two touchdown passes to Jerry Porter. The game was delayed 30 minutes by a thunderstorm.

Check here if outside US
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 12:25 am
rank 28th in the NFL in total offense and points scored, 31st in rushing and last in time of possession. It doesn't matter whether Daunte Culpepper or

Delhomme, Panthers await winless Lions
SBR Forum, Costa Rica - November 16, 2008, 12:12 am
With their top two quarterbacks sidelined by injury, the Lions were forced to start Daunte Culpepper, whom they signed just five days earlier.

Panthers say they won't take Lions lightly
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 16, 2008, 12:05 am
The Lions' offense ranks 28th in the NFL in total yards, 31st in rushing and 28th in scoring. But they have one of the league's top receivers in Calvin

Lions have become mockery of NFL
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 12:02 am
Quarterback Daunte Culpepper, who will be getting his second start today, said he didn't hear the verbal jabs, but he's not surprised by it.

Detroit bailout comes with rules
Peoria Journal Star, IL - November 15, 2008, 11:42 pm
Fifth, of course, is a unilateral ban on Daunte Culpepper's little traveling motion, before that thing gets any new life. FALCONS -61/2 vs.

Lions-Panthers Preview
Offshore Insiders, GA - November 15, 2008, 9:09 pm
Daunte Culpepper threw for 104 yards with an interception for the Lions, while Kevin Smith rushed for 96 yards and a TD on 23 carries.

RAIDERS TODAY
Santa Rosa Press Democrat, CA - November 15, 2008, 9:00 pm
QB Daunte Culpepper, playing against the team that cut him two months earlier, was involved in five touchdowns ? two passing and a franchise record-tying

Rams notes: Jackson heads to specialist instead of San Francisco
The State Journal-Register, IL - November 15, 2008, 8:13 pm
player in NFL history to reach that plateau, trailing only DAN MARINO (74), KURT WARNER (76), PEYTON MANNING (78) and DAUNTE CULPEPPER (80).

Panthers gameday report
Gaston Gazette, NC - November 15, 2008, 8:05 pm
Defensively, look for the Panthers to show Daunte Culpepper all sorts of different looks and confuse him. Culpepper was just signed last week so he doesn't

Lions' secondary makes QBs look great
DetNews.com, MI - November 15, 2008, 7:26 pm
Here are this week's picks, using the point spreads in Saturday's Detroit News: Lions at Panthers (-14): QB Daunte Culpepper starts his second game for the

NFL should take Thanksgiving game away from Lions
Examiner.com - November 15, 2008, 7:59 am
Year after year, this franchise struggles, and against the will of many of the other NFL owners, they continue to keep the Thanksgiving Game and the massive

Lions can make Giants' stride
Chatham Daily News, Canada - November 15, 2008, 6:24 am
Jaguars 30, Lions 12-It was Jaguars 38, Lions 14 (That wasn't a band-aid on Daunte Culpepper's wrist, that was his play list -drop back, duck and Health

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest Edition
Arkansas Democrat Gazette, AR - November 15, 2008, 5:54 am
He became expendable with the signing of Daunte Culpepper. Henson threw one touchdown pass in seven games for the Dallas Cowboys in 2004.

NFL Briefs
London Free Press, Canada - November 15, 2008, 5:46 am
He became expendable with the signing of Daunte Culpepper. Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis did not practise again yesterday and will be used

John Lynch retiring after 15 years of big-time hits
Allentown Morning Call, PA - November 15, 2008, 4:04 am
He became expendable with the signing of Daunte Culpepper. Henson threw one touchdown pass in seven games for the Dallas Cowboys in 2004.

Will Romo's return bring back Cowboys' swagger’
Bennington Banner, VT - November 15, 2008, 3:07 am
How else to explain throwing in an out-of-shape Daunte Culpepper against Jacksonville last week. He remains the starter. The Panthers could be making a run

Culpepper not close to game shape
Rotoworld.com - November 15, 2008, 12:45 am
According to MLive.com, Daunte Culpepper "isn't close" to being in game shape yet. We can expect yet another Lions loss at Carolina, although the Panthers

Can Lions' Culpepper shake off rust this week’
The Grand Rapids Press - MLive.com, MI - November 15, 2008, 12:25 am
AP PhotoDetroit's Daunte Culpepper will be facing the NFL's eighth-ranked defense in Carolina on Sunday. Lions coach Rod Marinelli announced Wednesday that

Lions' Culpepper has Panthers' attention
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 15, 2008, 12:13 am
By John Delong Daunte Culpepper would have every reason to cringe a bit when he returns to Bank of America Stadium on Sunday as the Detroit Lions' starting

Former Pro Bowl safety Lynch will retire
Kansas City Star, MO - November 15, 2008, 12:09 am
Henson, who became expendable with the signing of Daunte Culpepper, played seven games for the Cowboys in 2004. Share your observations and experiences

QB embracing opportunity
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 15, 2008, 12:03 am
By Stan Olson The last time Daunte Culpepper started a regular-season game in Charlotte, he was still the quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings,

BASN's NFL Power Rankings: Week #11
BlackAthlete.net - November 14, 2008, 11:44 pm
Maybe with another week in the Lions offense under his belt, maybe QB Daunte Culpepper can lead his team over the host Panthers”Not !

Fantasy Football Insider - Week 11
KFFL, CA - November 14, 2008, 9:19 pm
Desperate fantasy owners should know that the Detroit Lions' Daunte Culpepper might be taken out on goal line packages once again this week.

Game Preview: Oakland at Miami
Jets Confidential - November 14, 2008, 8:03 pm
30 of last year 35-17, rushing for 299 yards as Daunte Culpepper returned to the team that cut him and passed for three touchdowns and rushed for two.

Bill Liesse: Why spend billions when you can spend millions’
Norwich Bulletin, CT - November 14, 2008, 6:44 pm
Fifth, of course, is a unilateral ban on Daunte Culpepper's little traveling motion, before that thing gets any new life. FALCONS -6 1/2 vs.

Detroit Lions at Carolina Panthers NFL Betting Odds & Picks
Locksmith Sports Picks, IA - November 14, 2008, 5:02 pm
QB Daunte Culpepper made his season debut after coming out of retirement to sign a two-year deal with Detroit. He was 5 of 10 for 104 yards with no

Detroit Lions vs. Carolina Panthers NFL Betting Odds & Spread
BetFirms, IA - November 14, 2008, 4:52 pm
The Lions wasted little time getting Daunte Culpepper on the field after signing him earlier in the week, but it made no difference for this team,

NFL Week 11 Picks: Will we remember the Titans’
National Post, Canada - November 14, 2008, 11:08 am
Detroit started Daunte Culpepper at QB last week ? although, as of yesterday, the NFL preview page on SI’s Web site still had the following headline:

Lions vs. Panthers: Blogger Q&A
Cat Scratch Reader, NC - November 14, 2008, 9:59 am
Daunte Culpepper simply threw a ball downfield, and Calvin did the rest to make the big play happen. Since Calvin had Reggie Ball throwing to him in college

Five Downs With Football Outsiders: Adam 'Pacman' Jones has been
Dallas Morning News, TX - November 14, 2008, 8:17 am
The previous low was a difference of 75.9? for the 2001 Vikings, who replaced an injured Daunte Culpepper with Spurgeon Wynn, who threw six interceptions in

What to get for the team that has nothing
Examiner.com - November 14, 2008, 8:13 am
Not to beat a dead horse, but starting Drew Stanton over Daunte Culpepper would be a start. Also, is there a more apropos comparison for Culpepper than a

NFL notebook Jets defeat Patriots with field goal in OT
Akron Beacon Journal, OH - November 14, 2008, 7:44 am
3 quarterback, but Daunte Culpepper's signing made Henson expendable. OUT FOR SEASON ? Oakland Raiders wide receiver Javon Walker is scheduled to undergo

Ferguson ‘frustrated? with playing status
Saints Insider - November 14, 2008, 7:06 am
Daunte Culpepper will get his second straight start this week when Detroit loses to the Carolina Panthers to drop to 0-10. The NFL announced Wednesday

Detroit Lions Insider: 11/14
Viking Update (subscription) - November 14, 2008, 6:52 am
Daunte Culpepper might have been named the starter, but that doesn't mean everyone is a believer. While some in the media believe that second-year man Drew

Be more thankful for Turkey Day
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 14, 2008, 5:34 am
Daunte Culpepper has produced just one season with a winning record as a starter — 2000, his second year with the Vikings. ? Rams followers are calling

NFL CAPSULES
The Plain Dealer - cleveland.com, OH - November 14, 2008, 4:38 am
Lions QB Daunte Culpepper completed 5 of 10 passes with one interception in his Detroit debut last week. . . Lions have used four QBs this season.

NFL Briefs
London Free Press, Canada - November 14, 2008, 4:35 am
3 quarterback, but Daunte Culpepper's signing made him expendable. Henson skipped his senior season at Michigan to play baseball for the Yankees.

Romo back, are Cowboys well’
The Spread, MI - November 14, 2008, 12:25 am
How else to explain throwing in an out-of-shape Daunte Culpepper against Jacksonville last week. He remains the starter. The Panthers could be making a run

Redskins' Portis is unlikely to play
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 14, 2008, 12:16 am
3 quarterback, but Daunte Culpepper's signing made Henson expendable. Henson skipped his senior season at Michigan to play baseball for the New York Yankees

This Day in History (We are Marshall!)
GMA news.tv, Philippines - November 14, 2008, 12:05 am
The Vikings? Daunte Culpepper set the record earlier this season. 2004 ? Chicago’s win over Tennessee marks the second time an NFL game ended in overtime on

BASN's Week Ten NFL Review
BlackAthlete.net - November 13, 2008, 10:58 pm
New starting quarterback Daunte Culpepper (5-10, 104 yards) didn’t make much of as he has lost five of his last six starts. Next up is a trip to face the

Thursday Notes: Culpepper to Start on Sunday
Pride of Detroit, MI - November 13, 2008, 9:42 pm
Drew Sharp thinks the NFL should lift local blackouts of Lions home games due to how bad the economy is in the Detroit area. I agree that blackouts should

Some just doing the best they can't
Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - November 13, 2008, 9:34 pm
Daunte Culpepper can't let Chris Gamble get anywhere near that right knee. Scott Linehan and Mike Nolan can't believe they're actually getting paid not to

Fantasy Freak: Take some gambles at this stage of the season
Palm Beach Post,  United States - November 13, 2008, 8:22 pm
His quarterback is Daunte Culpepper, who was "retired" just two weeks ago. And Johnson's winless Lions take the road to face Carolina, whose pass defense

Top 3 factors to consider the next month
Kansas City Star, MO - November 13, 2008, 8:18 pm
However, if the Lions can get it going with QB Daunte Culpepper, Hanson has three indoor games against the Vikings, Colts and Saints.

David Elfin's Power Rankings
Washington Times, DC - November 13, 2008, 7:58 pm
Hard to believe that this was the NFL's dominant franchise from 1981-94. 32. Lions (32) — Jon Kitna, Dan Orlovsky, Daunte Culpepper.

Panthers' Delhomme eager to bounce back vs. Lions
The Spread, MI - November 13, 2008, 7:50 pm
Marinelli hopes that happens with Daunte Culpepper, who will start his second straight game at quarterback since ending his brief retirement.

Ferguson ‘frustrated? with playing status
ColtPower.com - November 13, 2008, 11:42 am
Daunte Culpepper will get his second straight start this week when Detroit loses to the Carolina Panthers to drop to 0-10. The NFL announced Wednesday

Half of NFL Teams Have Used Backup QBs, Where Does Your Team Rank’
FanHouse, NY - November 13, 2008, 11:00 am
And in Detroit, although Daunte Culpepper didn't exactly set the world on fire in his debut, once he's up to speed on the offense he may be better than both

Carolina Panthers vs Detroit Lions NFL Week 11 Picks
Point-Spreads.com, FL - November 13, 2008, 10:10 am
QB Daunte Culpepper made five of 10 passes for 104 yards with one interception; backup QB Drew Stanton made six of eight passes for 94 yards with a

Win Over Winless Lions Should Generate A Little Confidence
News4Jax.com, FL - November 13, 2008, 9:58 am
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A little confidence would be nice. Certainly the Lions are the right team to build that against. They're starting in fits and spurts

Save football in Detroit; lift the blackouts
USA Today - November 13, 2008, 9:39 am
The Detroit Lions have announced they will go with Daunte Culpepper as their starting quarterback again on Sunday at Carolina, and that pretty much sums up

Marinelli fights uphill battle as Lions try to find answers
Pro Football Weekly, IL - November 13, 2008, 8:04 am
By Eric Edholm The job of the media is not to bury coaches, especially when the players appear to be giving the kind of effort for which any head coach

Football Daily Dose: No More Rex’
KING5.com, WA - November 13, 2008, 6:16 am
Drew Henson was released Wednesday by a 0-9 team starting Daunte Culpepper for a second straight week, which says all you need to know about his career .

Cadillac's back in gear for the Bucs
Toronto Star,  Canada - November 13, 2008, 4:35 am
CULPEPPER AGAIN: The winless Detroit Lions are going to start Daunte Culpepper for the second straight week. Coach Rod Marinelli confirmed his plans

Sportsoroscope predicts future athletics news in its debut
The UCLA Daily Bruin, CA - November 13, 2008, 4:20 am
LEO: The Detroit Lions? recent signing of previously retired quarterback Daunte Culpepper will encourage 40-year-old Barry Sanders to rejoin the team

'Cadillac' is back for Bucs
St. Louis Post-Dispatch,  United States - November 13, 2008, 4:17 am
LIONS ? Detroit (0-9) will start Daunte Culpepper on Sunday at Carolina ? his second straight start since returning from a brief retirement.

It might be tough for Kobe Bryant to win scoring title
Los Angeles Times, CA - November 13, 2008, 12:52 am
What comes first, Kerry Collins and the unbeaten Tennessee Titans losing or Daunte Culpepper and the hapless Detroit Lions winning?

Angry Romeo Crennel: ‘I’m not a quitter’
Boston Herald, United States - November 13, 2008, 12:48 am
from offensive coordinator Greg Knapp in another attempt to spark the NFL’s lowest-scoring offense. The 0-9 Detroit Lions will start Daunte Culpepper at

GERRY DULACS WEEK 10 NFL FORECAST
Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA - November 13, 2008, 12:42 am
Prediction: Colts, 34-21 New Orleans Saints (4-5) at Kansas City Chiefs (1-8), 1 pm — Meet one of the NFL's new bright lights, Chiefs QB Tyler Thigpen.

Superstition is part of the sporting world
The Daily Evergreen, WA - November 13, 2008, 12:15 am
2002: Daunte Culpepper makes waves in his debut season as the Minnesota Vikings quarterback, leading his team deep into the playoffs.

Lions cut QB Drew Henson, former UM football star KXNet.com
KXMC, ND - November 12, 2008, 11:29 pm
3 quarterback, but Daunte Culpepper's signing made Henson expendable. Henson skipped his senior season at Michigan to play baseball for the New York Yankees

Williams Rejoins Buccaneers
New York Times, United States - November 12, 2008, 10:30 pm
AROUND THE LEAGUE Lions Coach Rod Marinelli confirmed that Daunte Culpepper would start at Carolina. … A Fresno (Calif.) County judge sentenced Bengals

Favre, Cassell to clash again on Sunday
Tucson Citizen, AZ - November 12, 2008, 10:21 pm
LIONS: Detroit (0-9) is going to start quarterback Daunte Culpepper for the second straight week. He was 5-of-10 for 104 yards in his debut against

NFL: Lions to start Culpepper against Panthers
Honolulu Advertiser, HI - November 12, 2008, 9:58 pm
By Nicholas J. Cotsonika Daunte Culpepper came out of retirement, signed with the Detroit Lions and ? just five days later ? started at quarterback.

Sparano won't allow Dolphins to get overconfident
Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - November 12, 2008, 8:50 pm
He's got more 60-yard punts (10) than any punter in the NFL,'' Sparano said. "He's netting 41.1 yards per kick so they have some weapons and I think when

NFL Briefs
In-Forum, ND - November 12, 2008, 8:25 pm
The Lions (0-9) are going to start Daunte Culpepper for the second straight week. Coach Rod Marinelli confirmed his plans Wednesday, saying Culpepper would

Wednesday Notes: Lions Re-Sign Cason, Release Middleton
Pride of Detroit, MI - November 12, 2008, 11:15 am
Pro Football Talk has the details on how Daunte Culpepper can get his $1 million incentive. He has to participate in 5? of the Lions' offensive plays before

NFL — Week 11 RB Cheat Sheet
Pro Fantasy Sports, KS - November 12, 2008, 10:26 am
It’s easy to look at Maurice Jones-Drew’s season and label him a disappointment, but is that really fair? We posit that the team hasn’t been running him

Every Play Counts: Does Daunte Culpepper Have Anything Left’
FanHouse, NY - November 12, 2008, 9:02 am
The ball still traveled 50 yards in the air and looked like the kind of spiral you want to watch in NFL Films slow-mo while John Facenda narrates.

Around the NFC North
Packer Report - November 12, 2008, 8:26 am
QB Daunte Culpepper is expected to start Sunday at Carolina. He started Sunday against Jacksonville despite only three days of practice after coming out of

Five things we know about the Titans
My Tennessean.com, TN - November 12, 2008, 3:29 am
By JIM WYATT ? The Tennessean ? November 12, 2008 The Titans are one win away from a perfect 10 ? a 10-0 start ? but they have to go into the den of one of

Moving the chains: Backup QB bust-a-thon
Arizona Republic, AZ - November 12, 2008, 3:21 am
Why Daunte Culpepper was given the Lions' starting job in the first place after just a few days upon joining the club remains a mystery.

Strange NFL season not going nearly as expected
Deseret News, UT - November 12, 2008, 2:04 am
But we did hear from Daunte Culpepper, who came out of retirement last week and started for the desperate and winless Detroit Lions.

Knights in the NFL, week 10
Central Florida Future, FL - November 12, 2008, 1:32 am
It was an up-and-down game in Culpepper's first start since Nov. 25, 2007. Although he only had four days of practice, the Lions started Culpepper instead

Oakland Raiders: The quarterback conundrum
Examiner.com - November 12, 2008, 1:29 am
He spent all of 2007 on the bench save one quarter, despite playing better than both Daunte Culpepper and Josh McCown in the preseason.

Stanton will have to earn his spot in Lions' lineup
MLive.com, MI - November 12, 2008, 12:26 am
PressDrew Stanton made his NFL debut for Detroit last week, but he'll likely have to beat out Daunte Culpepper for the Lions' starting job next season.

Waiting on Romo, Bush and a Cadillac
New York Times, United States - November 11, 2008, 11:29 pm
The Vikings will never be confused with the Saints or the Colts (or the Daunte Culpepper-Randy Moss version of themselves). Frerotte’s 266 passing yards in

William Del Pilar's Week 11 Locker Room Buzz
KFFL, CA - November 11, 2008, 11:08 pm
Detroit Lions quarterback Daunte Culpepper should make another start this week despite limited time with the offense. We should wait and see if Culpepper

NFL Power Rankings Week 11: NFC may be better, but don't sleep on
Most Valuable Network, MA - November 11, 2008, 11:07 pm
I would say that I'm impressed with Dan Orlovsky at QB, but he's hurt, so Daunte Culpepper is as good as the next guy. I think Rod Marinelli has the right

Totally Random
Los Angeles Times, CA - November 11, 2008, 10:29 pm
An undersized junior quarterback with a sizable pedigree just set the Mississippi state high school record for most touchdown passes in a single season

It's up to Tony Romo to bail out Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Morning News, TX - November 11, 2008, 9:42 pm
Q: It would have been great to have Byron Leftwich on the roster this year (or Daunte Culpepper). Leftwich has one year in Pittsburgh.

Quick Take: Raiders (2-7) at Dolphins (5-4)
NFL News - November 11, 2008, 9:37 pm
Oakland quarterback Daunte Culpepper threw two touchdowns and ran for two more as the Raiders defeated the host Dolphins, 35-17, in Week 4 of 2007.

Culpepper Will Likely Start This Sunday, Lions Need Him to Fill
FanHouse, NY - November 11, 2008, 9:05 pm
Daunte Culpepper, freshly unretired and with one start already under his belt, will likely be under center this Sunday when the Lions take on the Panthers.

Culpepper makes return with Lions
Central Florida Future, FL - November 11, 2008, 8:45 pm
It was an up-and-down game in Culpepper's first start since Nov. 25, 2007. Although he only had four days of practice, the Lions started Culpepper instead

NFL Second Half Preview
Sports Gamer, NY - November 11, 2008, 8:03 pm
The Raiders will continue to struggle; the Lions might win a game if newly acquired Daunte Culpepper can play good football. The Bengals will win four,

Travis Fisher

E-mails: Lions aren't fractured, just very angry
MLive.com, MI - November 13, 2008, 2:39 pm
Ben: With Brian Kelly's struggles, and Travis Fisher's nasty habit of getting beat, does Keith Smith have a chance to take over a starting job anytime this

Knights NFL Roundup
CoogFans.com - November 11, 2008, 7:05 pm
From the same game, tight end Michael Gaines and cornerback Travis Fisher played sparingly. Gaines had two catches for 18 yards and Fisher recorded four

Michael Gaines

Lions hot topics
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 17, 2008, 3:21 am
The Lions had just fallen behind, 14-13, in the second quarter, when tight end Michael Gaines lost a fumble after a Carolina challenge. Was he down?

A PERFECT 0-FOR-10
Royal Oak Daily Tribune, MI - November 17, 2008, 1:48 am
Tight end Michael Gaines fumbled on the next play from scrimmage for the Lions ? originally Gaines was ruled down, but the call was overturned on replay

Panthers Notebook: Week 11
Shelby Star, NC - November 16, 2008, 11:42 pm
UPON FURTHER REVIEW: Coach John Fox won a big challenge when officials overruled a fumble by ex-Panther tight end Michael Gaines in the second quarter.

Lions help Panthers to record rush
DetNews.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 11:16 pm
And after a fumble by Michael Gaines on the ensuing Lions possession, Stewart rumbled past a bad-angle arm-tackle attempt from Kalvin Pearson for 22 yards.

Panthers Run Their Way to 31-22 Victory Over Lions
Pride of Detroit, MI - November 16, 2008, 10:46 pm
Michael Gaines caught a pass for a gain of 9 yards, and the ball came out as he hit the ground, at least that is what the call was initially.

Grading the Lions: Turnovers trouble for offense
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 9:12 pm
Two turnovers — Michael Gaines' fumble and Daunte Culpepper's fourth-quarter interception — were lethal, but the Lions did put 22 points on the host

NFL Monday Morning Leftovers Week 11: Titans 10-0, Giants Stay Hot
Post Chronicle - November 16, 2008, 8:33 pm
Jonathan Stewart added a 22-yard scoring run of his own less than two minutes later thanks to a fumble by the Lions tight end Michael Gaines.

Key Moments
CharlotteObserver.com, NC - November 16, 2008, 6:59 pm
Replays showed that Detroit tight end Michael Gaines fumbled the ball away at the Detroit 42. Stewart scored a touchdown five plays later.

Read what happened with our Lions game blog
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 16, 2008, 5:14 pm
2:24: On the first play of the Lions? ensuing drive, tight end Michael Gaines makes a catch on a check-down pass, but he seems to have fumbled.

Panthers' running game keeps Lions winless 31-22
The Associated Press - November 16, 2008, 4:41 pm
Stewart's score came after Carolina won a replay challenge that resulted in ex-Panther Michael Gaines losing a fumble. Still, the Lions were within 21-16 at

The Epic Fail Diary: Lions and Carolina
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 4:32 pm
2:17- OK, so Michael Gaines fumbled, and Carolina gets it after a lengthy replay review. That's a killer, much like Gaines' fumble in Chicago.

Struggling Lions, Marinelli face tough road ahead
HollandSentinel.com, MI - November 13, 2008, 6:58 pm
AP Detroit Lions tight end Michael Gaines lowers his head on the bench after losing a fumble to the Chicago Bears during the fourth quarter of an NFL

Cornell Green

Harris gets another chance with Raiders
San Francisco Chronicle,  USA - November 18, 2008, 1:52 am
Harris has piled up nine such penalties, while teammate Cornell Green is second in the league with six. But Henderson played so poorly that coach Tom Cable

Harris to remain Raiders starting LT
San Jose Mercury News,  USA - November 17, 2008, 7:55 pm
Harris is worst in the NFL by far with nine false start penalties this season, three more than the player with the second most, teammate Cornell Green.

How can the Raiders be fixed’
The Queensberry Rules, MA - November 17, 2008, 9:48 am
Cornell Green can bump inside to RG for the rest of the season. The Raiders announce the release of interim HC Cable and Defensive Coordinator Rob Ryan,

Raiders' offense struggles in loss to Dolphins
Sacramento Bee,  USA - November 17, 2008, 3:03 am
Right guard Cooper Carlisle and right tackle Cornell Green were each flagged for a false start as pre-snap penalties continue to dog the Raiders.

If Russell fails, Raiders are the blame
Inside Bay Area, CA - November 16, 2008, 3:43 pm
Cornell Green, a journeyman in his second season at right tackle, hasn't been much better. Russell, after nine career NFL starts, feels the walls crumbling.

Live from Miami: 2nd Quarter
Silver and Black report, NJ - November 16, 2008, 2:25 pm
The Raiders blundered through their next possession, as Cornell Green was flagged to start the drive on a false start and quarterback Marques Tuiasosopo

If Russell fails, Raiders are the blame
Inside Bay Area, CA - November 16, 2008, 1:36 am
Cornell Green, a journeyman in his second season at right tackle, hasn't been much better. Russell, after nine career NFL starts, feels the walls crumbling.

Today's game, a snapshot look at Raiders at Dolphins
Contra Costa Times, CA - November 16, 2008, 12:16 am
This doesn't bode well for struggling Raiders offensive tackles Kwame Harris and Cornell Green. Raiders RB Justin Fargas. He rushed for a career-high 179

Raiders Preview - Week 11 at Dolphins
SportsHubLA, CA - November 15, 2008, 2:42 pm
Porter will line-up across from the much-maligned Kwame Harris (another big free agent acquisition this off-season), while Roth will take on Cornell Green.

Streaking Dolphins Welcome Hapless Raiders
Sports Network - November 14, 2008, 2:57 pm
The Raider line has allowed 27 sacks through the first nine games, and tackles Kwame Harris and Cornell Green could both be benched this week.

Countdown to Paydirt: Oakland Raiders vs. Miami Dolphins
Silver and Black report, NJ - November 13, 2008, 7:59 pm
John Abraham and Julius Peppers have victimized Cornell Green and Kwame Harris in back-to-back weeks. The Dolphins don’t feature a threatening defensive end

NFL Preview - Oakland (2-7) at Miami (5-4)
Kansas City Star, MO - November 13, 2008, 2:39 pm
The Raider line has allowed 27 sacks through the first nine games, and tackles Kwame Harris and Cornell Green could both be benched this week.

Running wild(cat)
Sacramento Bee,  USA - November 13, 2008, 12:09 pm
Right tackle Cornell Green is 11th in the NFL, having allowed 5.5 sacks and tied for second with five false starts. Harris and Mario Henderson will split

It's true: Cable calling plays
The Argus, CA - November 12, 2008, 11:15 pm
Offensive tackles Kwame Harris and Cornell Green aren't playing well. The wide receivers aren't getting open and catching passes on a consistent basis.

Three injured Raiders could return against Miami
San Francisco Chronicle,  USA - November 12, 2008, 10:09 pm
Right tackle Cornell Green has given up 5 1/2 sacks and has been flagged for five false starts. Briefly: Center Jake Grove (calf), wide receiver Javon

AFC West: Broncos Had Better Keep Lighting Up Scoreboard
CBS 47, CA - November 11, 2008, 4:56 pm
In addition, Cable could replace underachieving Kwame Harris and Cornell Green at the tackle spots. The Raiders will travel to Miami ranked last in the

AFC West: Broncos Had Better Keep Lighting Up Scoreboard
KPTV.com, OR - November 11, 2008, 4:52 pm
In addition, Cable could replace underachieving Kwame Harris and Cornell Green at the tackle spots. The Raiders will travel to Miami ranked last in the

AFC West: Broncos Had Better Keep Lighting Up Scoreboard
Sports Network - November 11, 2008, 4:42 pm
In addition, Cable could replace underachieving Kwame Harris and Cornell Green at the tackle spots. The Raiders will travel to Miami ranked last in the

Alex Haynes

RBs bruised but ready for action
Denver Post, CO - November 18, 2008, 2:46 am
The Broncos also may have Alex Haynes, who was signed last Monday, available to play tailback Sunday against the Oakland Raiders.

Broncos declare inactives
Rotoworld.com - November 16, 2008, 12:11 pm
Broncos declared RB Selvin Young, CB Champ Bailey, FS Marlon McCree, RB Alex Haynes, LB DJ Williams, LB Nate Webster, DT Nic Clemons, and DE Tim Crowder

Broncos' RB tradition in turmoil
Denver Post, CO - November 16, 2008, 2:31 am
Long one of the NFL's top rushing teams, Denver has fallen back in the pack. By Lindsay H. Jones Perhaps there should have been a sign hanging in the back

NFL week 11 preview
Arizona Daily Star, AZ - November 16, 2008, 2:11 am
San Diego has been having trouble running ? 25th in the NFL at 95.5 yards per game and 22nd with a 3.9 per-carry average despite the presence of LaDainian

West WLT Pct PF PA
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 16, 2008, 12:12 am
San Diego has been having trouble running — 25th in the NFL at 95.5 yards per game and 22nd with a 3.9 per carry average despite the presence of LaDainian

On the air
Winston-Salem Journal, NC - November 16, 2008, 12:05 am
San Diego has been having trouble running — 25th in the NFL at 95.5 yards per game and 22nd with a 3.9 per carry average despite the presence of LaDainian

On to-do list: Find out about Portis
News-Herald.com, OH - November 15, 2008, 8:41 pm
I would select the latter only if I was desperate, and even then I wouldn't feel good about playing the washed-up 2005 NFL MVP, one who was out of the NFL

Romo won’t save wavering fantasy teams
The Keene Sentinel, NH - November 15, 2008, 10:00 am
Pick up these guys if they’re available in your league: Peyton Hillis (starting Broncos RB this week), newly signed Broncos RBs Tatum Bell and Alex Haynes,

Hillis ready to prove himself
Longmont Daily Times-Call, CO - November 15, 2008, 7:36 am
Whether it’s Hillis or the other three healthy backs on the active roster ? Tatum Bell, Alex Haynes or PJ Pope, none of which has touched the ball in an NFL

Tony Romo is back at QB does this mean Cowboys are as well’
The Canadian Press - November 14, 2008, 4:35 pm
His backup, Ladell Betts, might be back, or it could be newly signed Shaun Alexander, the 2005 NFL MVP with Seattle, and Rock Cartwright,

Young QB Talents Collide in Falcons-Broncos Matchup
Sports Network - November 14, 2008, 3:02 pm
That's quite a roll of the dice, but with no viable alternatives other than recently signed ex-Panther Alex Haynes and the untested Hillis (69 rushing yards

Young QB Talents Collide in Falcons-Broncos Matchup
Seattle Post Intelligencer - November 14, 2008, 3:01 pm
That's quite a roll of the dice, but with no viable alternatives other than recently signed ex-Panther Alex Haynes and the untested Hillis (69 rushing yards

Elam believes kicking record will be broken
Longmont Daily Times-Call, CO - November 14, 2008, 8:06 am
and Alex Haynes at running back. Among that group, Hillis has the most rushing yards this season, with 38. Pope has never run the ball in an NFL game,

Broncos Update Insider - 11/14
Silver & Black Illustrated - November 14, 2008, 6:59 am
–RB Alex Haynes could be looked at as more of a fullback than tailback with Tatum Bell in the mix. Haynes can play both. The Broncos said they would look

NFL notes: Broncos rushing to find a running back
Kentucky.com, KY - November 14, 2008, 3:40 am
‘Free agent Alex Haynes, a recently signed reinforcement. Raiders wide receiver Javon Walker is scheduled to undergo ankle surgery and will likely miss the

Broncos' once mighty backfield slowed by injuries
International Herald Tribune, France - November 13, 2008, 6:56 pm
_Free agent Alex Haynes, a recently-signed reinforcement. "The scheme's very successful," Pope said. "But our running backs coach (Bobby Turner) tells us

Even Tony Romo's return may not save your fantasy team - or Dallas
The Canadian Press - November 13, 2008, 5:15 pm
But he should pull out of his slump against San Diego's NFL-worst pass defence, which was recently befuddled by the skills of Tyler Thigpen.

NFL Preview - Denver (5-4) At Atlanta (6-3)
KETV.com, NE - November 13, 2008, 5:06 pm
That's quite a roll of the dice, but with no viable alternatives other than recently signed ex-Panther Alex Haynes and the untested Hillis (69 rushing yards

NFL Preview - Denver (5-4) At Atlanta (6-3)
TheDenverChannel.com, CO - November 13, 2008, 5:04 pm
That's quite a roll of the dice, but with no viable alternatives other than recently signed ex-Panther Alex Haynes and the untested Hillis (69 rushing yards

Shanahan weighs in on Marshall celebration
Silver & Black Illustrated - November 13, 2008, 7:00 am
–RB Alex Haynes was signed to provide Denver depth at tailback. He has also been a fullback but Mike Shanahan said the team, which has put four tailbacks

New backs hit the ground running
Rocky Mountain News, CO - November 12, 2008, 11:55 pm
This situation isn't as dire - four Broncos tailbacks are on injured reserve - but it's the worst hand Turner has been dealt in his 14 NFL seasons.

Goal-Line Gossip
RotoTimes.com - November 12, 2008, 11:23 pm
The Broncos' current roster consists of a banged-up Selvin Young, free-agent Alex Haynes, practice-squadder PJ Pope, and former Bronco/Lion/skycap for Rudi

Fantasy Football: Ring That Bell
TSN.ca, Canada - November 12, 2008, 8:10 pm
But, desperate times call for desperate measures, so the Broncos went out and signed onetime Bronco Tatum Bell and FB Alex Haynes this week.

VENUE: Georgia Dome
CBSSports.com - November 12, 2008, 7:38 pm
Denver signed free agents Alex Haynes and Tatum Bell this week for some help. Bell, who was drafted by the Broncos and spent three seasons in Denver before

Line of Scrimmage: Week 11 - Ravens Must Still Prove Mettle
Macon Telegraph, GA - November 12, 2008, 4:27 pm
Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker has caught at least six passes in each of the team's nine games this year, which sets an NFL record.

Ten most intriguing players
Pro Football Weekly, IL - November 12, 2008, 3:53 pm
Peyton Hillis ? Unless the Broncos are willing to throw either of the two running backs they signed this week (Alex Haynes and Tatum Bell) into the starting

Commentary: Tatum Bell's Second Chance
My Fox Colorado.com, CO - November 12, 2008, 3:39 pm
By ERIC GOODMAN DENVER - When the Broncos signed PJ Pope last week and Alex Haynes Monday, it’s not too hard to figure out what they thought of Tatum Bell.

NFL: New back rings Bell with Broncos
Salt Lake Tribune, United States - November 12, 2008, 4:09 am
Bell knows the Broncos' blocking scheme and terminology, but he and Alex Haynes, a versatile free agent who signed Monday, will take some time getting up to

Coach claims confusion
Online Athens, GA - November 12, 2008, 12:24 am
Bell knows the Broncos' blocking scheme and terminology, but he and Alex Haynes, a versatile free agent who signed Monday, will take some time getting up to

Mailbag: Safety suits "Mr. Atomic"
Denver Post, CO - November 11, 2008, 10:34 pm
The Broncos signed a 230-pound, little-known bruiser named Alex Haynes this week. He's been in the league a few years and only has three carries for 3 yards

NFL Betting - Denver Broncos at Atlanta Falcons
BetUs.com, Canada - November 11, 2008, 6:55 pm
Well, they signed free agent running back Alex Haynes this past week. We're not altogether comfortable with the number here, but we can see the total

Darcy Johnson

Ravens receive a Giant reality check
Carroll County Times (subscription), MD - November 18, 2008, 12:45 am
Trailing 20-0 by the second quarter following Manning’s 1-yard pass to tight end Darcy Johnson behind Leonhard, the Ravens finally got on the scoreboard on

NFL Scores Week 11: New York Giants Dominate Baltimore Ravens
TransWorldNews (press release), GA - November 17, 2008, 10:09 pm
on a pair of one-yard touchdown runs in the opening frame and Manning hooked up with Darcy Johnson on a one-yard toss midway through the second quarter.

Giants' exceptional depth comes to forefront in Ravens win
Pro Football Weekly, IL - November 17, 2008, 2:26 pm
Reserve TE Darcy Johnson caught his first NFL pass, a touchdown. And third-string RB Ahmad Bradshaw ran nine times, seven of them in the fourth quarter,

NY Giants: Good Luck Trying To Stop This Stampede Of Blue
Bleacher Report, CA - November 17, 2008, 12:45 pm
The tight ends, Kevin Boss, Darcy Johnson and Michael Mathews have all been tutored in the fine art of TE blocking by guru/coach Mike Pope and all do there

Giants run all over Ravens to improve to 9-1
Glens Falls Post-Star, NY - November 17, 2008, 11:29 am
Eli Manning threw a 1-yard TD pass to Darcy Johnson to cap a 90-yard drive that saw Derrick Ward gain 19 yards on a screen pass and run for 22 on the next

Giants Born to Run
SteelCityInsider.com - November 17, 2008, 8:09 am
If you’re not happy for Darcy Johnson, then something’s clearly wrong with you. Johnson, who spent all last season on Injured Reserve, caught not only his

Giants 30, Ravens 10 Nothing Is Immovable for Unstoppable Giants
New York Times, United States - November 17, 2008, 6:36 am
His touchdown, 1 yard to tight end Darcy Johnson in the second quarter, was Johnson’s first NFL reception. Johnson was asked if the catch was his biggest

'Kudos & Wet Willies,' rocking the Ravens edition
Big Blue View, NY - November 17, 2008, 6:10 am
get thrown in as an NFL starter and play this well. Scary how good he will be when he actually figures out what is going on. Darcy Johnson — One catch,

Giants bully Baltimore
Vancouver Sun,  Canada - November 17, 2008, 4:07 am
The drive ended when Manning hit third-string tight end Darcy Johnson for a one-yard TD midway through the second quarter to extend the lead to 20-0.

Running wasn't the plan
Newsday, NY - November 17, 2008, 3:39 am
Eli Manning's TD pass to Darcy Johnson appeared to experience some turbulence. "You can't just throw it all over the place with the wind," Manning said.

Consistently excellent Giants looking like champs
Newsday, NY - November 17, 2008, 3:39 am
Jacobs left the offense in the hands of lesser beings such as Manning and Ward and Bradshaw and Darcy Johnson. You hardly noticed the difference.

Giants overrun vaunted Ravens defense in 30-10 win
Newsday, NY - November 17, 2008, 3:38 am
Jacobs popped another 1-yard touchdown in the first quarter and Darcy Johnson grabbed a 1-yard touchdown pass from Eli Manning for his first career

A running joke
Baltimore Sun, United States - November 17, 2008, 3:22 am
By Jamison Hensley jamison.hensley@baltsun.com EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - The Ravens delivered one of the most memorable defensive performances in NFL history

Giants' 207 rushing yards steamroll Ravens
Lower Hudson Journal news, NY - November 17, 2008, 2:43 am
On third-and-goal from a yard away, Eli Manning found Darcy Johnson, whose first career reception helped forge a 20-0 lead. "That's fun for us," defensive

Ross INT Success Twice as Nice
Texas Prep Sports, TX - November 17, 2008, 12:18 am
With a pair of Brandon Jacobs scores and a 1-yard TD catch by Darcy Johnson, the Giants scored on their first three possessions. That was the first time the

Consistently excellent Giants looking like champs
Newsday, NY - November 16, 2008, 11:57 pm
Jacobs left the offense in the hands of lesser beings such as Manning and Ward and Bradshaw and Darcy Johnson. You hardly noticed the difference.

Giants' Johnson revels in first career touchdown — on first
The Star-Ledger - NJ.com, NJ - November 16, 2008, 10:04 pm
and tight end Darcy Johnson came jogging onto the field. Johnson, a backup who had never made a catch in the NFL, had to be a decoy, right? Wrong.

Jacobs Scores 2 TDs As Giants Beat Ravens
Hartford Courant, United States - November 16, 2008, 9:59 pm
the Giants mounted a 12-play, 90-yard drive in the second quarter, scoring on Manning's 1-yard flip to tight end Darcy Johnson to make it 20-0.

Giants Run Wild, Destroy Ravens
The Epoch Times, NY - November 16, 2008, 9:48 pm
After Jacobs’s two scores and a Ravens field goal, the Giants increased their lead with a touchdown pass to backup tight end Darcy Johnson (but missed the

NY Giants Quotes, November 16th
WNYT, NY - November 16, 2008, 7:46 pm
What were your thoughts on Darcy Johnson’s touchdown? It was a nice catch for Darcy and it wasn’t an easy catch. It was up over his head, the wind was a

NY Giants Notebook, November 16th
WNYT, NY - November 16, 2008, 7:42 pm
*The next two times the Giants had the ball, Jacobs scored on another touchdown run and Darcy Johnson added a one-yard touchdown catch.

Jacobs, Bradshaw help Giants run over Ravens
Sports Network - November 16, 2008, 7:34 pm
The Giants pounded out a 12-play, 90-yard drive in the second quarter, capped by a one-yard TD pass from Manning to Darcy Johnson for a 20-0 New York lead

X's and O's
Philadelphia Eagles - November 16, 2008, 6:54 pm
TE Darcy Johnson disguised his route well, got wide open in the end zone and snagged Manning’s high throw for a 1-yard touchdown that helped put the Giants

Giants Rout Ravens, As Jacobs Scores Pair Of Touchdowns
AHN - November 16, 2008, 6:32 pm
Eli Manning hit Darcy Johnson on a one-yard scoring strike for another New York score, while Aaron Ross iced it with an interception and return 50 yards for

Matt Prater

Cleveland Browns vs. Buffalo Bills - Official Game Thread
Dawgs By Nature, OH - November 17, 2008, 8:34 pm
Broncos kicker Matt Prater is one to watch for. Born in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, he has connected on 5-of-5 kicks from beyond 50 yards this season.

Injury-ravaged Broncos ride rookie RB Hillis past host Falcons
NFL News - November 17, 2008, 10:20 am
Atlanta's defense finally held at the goal line, forcing Denver to settle for Matt Prater's 20-yard field goal that pushed the lead to 17-13.

Denver rookie makes history in first start
The Coloradoan, CO - November 17, 2008, 7:11 am
WIDE LEFT - Matt Prater, who began his 2007 season in Atlanta, has found a home in Denver this season. Prater has been good on 17 of 20 field goals this

Falcons drop one at home
Savannah Morning News, GA - November 17, 2008, 12:38 am
Atlanta's defense finally held at the goal line, forcing Denver to settle for Matt Prater's 20-yard field goal that pushed the lead to 17-13.

NFL Locals: Nov. 16, 2008
Naples Daily News, FL - November 16, 2008, 7:27 pm
Matt Prater (Estero), placekicker, Denver Broncos, No. 5 — Prater missed a 49-yard field goal, and made a 20-yarder and three extra points in Sunday's

NFL Scores Week 11: Denver Broncos Stage Fourth Quarter
TransWorldNews (press release), GA - November 16, 2008, 5:44 pm
Matt Prater then extended the lead to 17-13 with a 20-yard field goal but the Falcons reclaimed the lead on Turner’s 28-yard run.

CUTLER ON FORM FOR BRONCOS
Sportinglife.com, UK - November 16, 2008, 4:55 pm
Eight plays later, Matt Prater connected on a 20-yard field goal to give the Broncos a 17-13 lead. But Ryan drove his club back down the field,

NFL: Denver 24, Atlanta 20
Times of the Internet, Ohio - November 16, 2008, 4:48 pm
The Broncos (6-4) also scored on runs of 7 and 2 yards by Peyton Hillis and a 20-yard Matt Prater field goal. Cutler completed 19-of-27 passes for 216 yards

NFL: Broncos rally for 24-20 victory over Atlanta
Deseret News, UT - November 16, 2008, 4:43 pm
Atlanta's defense finally held at a goal line, forcing Denver to settle for Matt Prater's 20-yard field goal that pushed the lead to 17-13.

Broncos, Falcons collide The Denver Post
Denver Post, CO - November 16, 2008, 12:28 pm
Denver kicker Matt Prater spent part of 2007 in Atlanta, so this matchup is doubly weird for him. The Broncos will start the game with an all-new linebacker

Week 11 NFL notes
The Times-Picayune - NOLA.com, LA - November 16, 2008, 2:13 am
And Matt Prater, who was cut by the Falcons after missing two field-goal attempts against Jacksonville in Week 2 in 2007, has replaced Elam in Denver.

This weekend’s NFL games
Kansas City Star, MO - November 15, 2008, 11:19 pm
Matt Prater, who was cut by the Falcons, replaced Elam in Denver. The Texans haven’t won a road game in more than a year and are 1-12 against the Colts,

FBN Broncos Falcons
The Associated Press - November 15, 2008, 1:13 pm
He parted from the Broncos on good terms in what was largely a financial move, even helping the kicker who replaced him, Matt Prater.

Fantasy football: Week eleven position rankings
The Queensberry Rules, MA - November 14, 2008, 5:07 pm
Matt Prater at Atlanta Falcons - It is good to have kickers on high-scoring teams and this game should be a barn burner. It's also inside the Georgia Dome.

Special Teams Analysis: Week 11
RotoTimes.com - November 14, 2008, 2:31 pm
The Broncos have allowed kickoff returns of 41 and 43 yards the last two weeks, and Matt Prater doesn’t get as much depth when away from Denver.

Longmont Times-Call
Longmont Daily Times-Call, CO - November 14, 2008, 8:06 am
The Broncos signed Matt Prater to handle kickoff duties for the final two games of the 2007 season, and that was an early sign the team was looking ahead.

Like old times: Elam welcomes Broncos to Atlanta
The Spread, MI - November 13, 2008, 8:47 pm
He parted from the Broncos on good terms in what was largely a financial move, even helping the kicker who replaced him, Matt Prater. enver - well,

Shanahan hopes to avoid Elam ending
Denver Post, CO - November 13, 2008, 3:08 am
It might happen for Matt (Prater), too. It'll be a fun game, I'm sure, all the way around." Elam has remained close with Prater, his replacement in Denver.

FALCONS REPORT: Jackson: No word from NFL
Atlanta Journal Constitution,  USA - November 13, 2008, 3:05 am
Matt Prater, who was cut by the Falcons after missing two field goals against Jacksonville in Week 2 of last season, has replaced Elam in Denver.

Separation serving both sides quite well
Colorado Springs Gazette, CO - November 13, 2008, 1:38 am
Matt Prater has had a fine season stepping into Elam's shoes. He's made 16 of 19 field goal attempts, including 7 of 8 from 40 yards or more and all five

More news
Denver Post, CO - November 13, 2008, 1:08 am
It might happen for Matt (Prater), too. It'll be a fun game, I'm sure, all the way around." Elam has remained close with Prater, his replacement in Denver.

Elam on Prater: He can hit from 70+ yards
Denver Post, CO - November 12, 2008, 8:10 pm
gushing about Matt Prater, his replacement here. - Elam said Prater has one of the strongest legs he has ever seen. Not just among current NFL kickers,

Grady Jackson awaiting word on suspension appeal
Atlanta Journal Constitution,  USA - November 12, 2008, 6:29 pm
Matt Prater, who was cut by the Falcons after missing two field against Jacksonville in Week 2 of last season, has replaced Elam in Denver.

Broncos v. Browns Report Card
Silver & Black Illustrated - November 12, 2008, 7:00 am
SPECIAL TEAMS: D - Matt Prater missed a field goal on Denver's first drive, and had a bad night kicking off. It wasn't an ideal night to have short kickoffs

Asante Samuel

Eagles Ups & Downs
The News Journal, DE - November 18, 2008, 3:53 am
Asante Samuel, the wealthiest man on the Eagles' defense, earned his paycheck. He knocked down four passes, including consecutive break-ups in the first

Les Bowen: Further Review: Clueless leader - McNabb has to step up
Philadelphia Daily News, PA - November 18, 2008, 3:06 am
Frankly, three picks isn't that many for Asante Samuel, given that he jumps the route instead of defending the man at every opportunity, flirting with

Darn It Eagles:That Was One Ugly Tie, Sister
Bleacher Report, CA - November 17, 2008, 12:57 am
I thought a healthy McNabb and Westbrook and the addition of Asante Samuel would make a difference. It is because Andy Reid is bullheaded and the

Eagles tie Bengals 13-13
Bleeding Green Nation, PA - November 16, 2008, 9:51 pm
Asante Samuel had another great game shutting down whoever he covered and knocking down 4 passes. His stellar play all day made it pretty frustrating to see

Grotz: Big Red’s last stand is no shootout
Delaware County Daily Times, PA - November 16, 2008, 6:42 am
If the Eagles really want to put cornerback Asante Samuel in position for interceptions, they should move Sheldon Brown to safety and Lito Sheppard into

Bengals look to build on win
Cincinnati.com, OH - November 16, 2008, 5:36 am
High-priced free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel leads the Eagles with three interceptions and 12 passes broken up. Strong safety Quintin Mikell has emerged

Bengals vs. Eagles: 3 keys to winning
Springfield News Sun, OH - November 16, 2008, 12:55 am
Sustain: CBs Asante Samuel, Sheldon Brown and Lito Sheppard are outstanding cover corners. Samuel, the ball-hawking ex-Patriot, has two interceptions in

NFL injury report
Connecticut Post, CT - November 15, 2008, 9:32 pm
CB Joselio Hanson (hamstring), WR DeSean Jackson (groin), DT Trevor Laws (shoulder), CB Asante Samuel (hip), RB Brian Westbrook (knee).

Bengals Going After The Birds
BengalsInsider.com - November 15, 2008, 11:08 am
*CB Asante Samuel did not practice Thursday. He was listed on the injury report with a hip injury. The severity of the injury as far as whether he'll be

Eagles aim to pick it up on ‘D’
phillyBurbs.com, PA - November 15, 2008, 7:08 am
Asante Samuel, who leads the Eagles with three interceptions, has had significantly more balls thrown his way than any other Eagles cornerback.

Eagles' McNabb grins and bears his critics
Philadelphia Daily News, PA - November 15, 2008, 3:21 am
Cornerback Asante Samuel (hip) was a full practice participant and is listed as probable for tomorrow's game at Cincinnati. Andy Reid said Samuel will not

Eagles Notes: Eagles' McNabb takes latest barbs in stride
Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - November 15, 2008, 3:21 am
Cornerback Asante Samuel (sore hip) was back on the wet practice field yesterday and likely will be in the Eagles' starting lineup tomorrow in Cincinnati.

Eagles' Cole will have lots of fans
Cherry Hill Courier Post, NJ - November 15, 2008, 3:11 am
Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel missed practice Thursday with a sore hip, but he was back on the field Friday, and he's listed as probable for Sunday's game

Buckhalter to get bigger role against Bengals
Press of Atlantic City, NJ - November 15, 2008, 1:38 am
He was listed as probable on the official injury report, along with cornerback Asante Samuel (bruised hip), who returned to action after leaving Thursday's

NFL Injury Report
International Herald Tribune, France - November 14, 2008, 5:57 pm
CB Joselio Hanson (hamstring), WR DeSean Jackson (groin), DT Trevor Laws (shoulder), CB Asante Samuel (hip), RB Brian Westbrook (knee).

Eagle-eyed Bengals
Bengals.com, OH - November 14, 2008, 3:39 pm
CB Asante Samuel: Is this the week that The Ocho finally catches his first long ball in a matchup of the Bengals' most athletic receiver against the Eagles

Eagles Can't Afford to Fall in Cincinnati
Sports Network - November 14, 2008, 2:55 pm
On the back end, corrnerbacks Asante Samuel (22 tackles, 3 INT) and Sheldon Brown (26 tackles) will have to control Johnson and Houshmandzadeh,

Benson's chance; remember when; Chad on NFL Network; Perry back
Cincy Jungle, OH - November 14, 2008, 10:55 am
Asante Samuel. However, Samuel has a bum hip missing Thursday's practice; though he's expected to start Sunday. Along with Antwan Odom's shoulder likely

Eagles' Sheppard: one-play wonder
Examiner.com - November 14, 2008, 8:12 am
That came when Asante Samuel got dinged in the third quarter and had to come off. Defensive coordinator Jim Johnson said Thursday that the plan going in was

Wistert would have liked a parade
phillyBurbs.com, PA - November 14, 2008, 7:05 am
*Cornerback Asante Samuel, who leads the Eagles with three interceptions, left about an hour into practice in the indoor Bubble with what the Eagles

Eagles Know They Cannot Take Bengals For Granted
Evening Bulletin, PA - November 14, 2008, 7:02 am
Offensive guard Shawn Andrews (back) is going to miss his eighth straight game, while cornerback Asante Samuel (hip) did not practice Thursday and is

Samuel misses Eagles' practice with sore hip
Delaware County Daily Times, PA - November 14, 2008, 6:01 am
By Bob Grotz, bgrotz@comcast.net PHILADELPHIA ? Cornerback Asante Samuel, who leads the Eagles with three interceptions, was held out of practice Thursday

Ending works in Jets? favor this time
Boston Herald, United States - November 14, 2008, 5:06 am
In addition to Brady, Adalius Thomas, Rodney Harrison [stats] and Laurence Maroney [stats] were all out, and Donte Stallworth and Asante Samuel [stats] are

Bengals' style should give Sheppard more snaps
The News Journal, DE - November 14, 2008, 4:55 am
Left cornerback Asante Samuel left practice at the start Thursday with a hip injury. Samuel left sometime during the warmups. More information should be

Eagles Notes: Samuel set to play with a hurting hip
Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - November 14, 2008, 3:10 am
Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel did not practice yesterday because of a hip injury, but all indications are that he will play Sunday against the Cincinnati

Eagles - Eagles defense hoping to shake off Giant humiliation
Philadelphia Daily News, PA - November 14, 2008, 3:06 am
Even though Asante Samuel left practice yesterday with a hip problem, the Eagles expect to have Samuel, Sheldon Brown and Lito Sheppard reasonably healthy.

Eagles - Sheppard figures to see a Lito more action against Bengals
Philadelphia Daily News, PA - November 14, 2008, 3:06 am
By LES BOWEN Lito Sheppard played one snap for the Eagles last week, when Asante Samuel hobbled off the field briefly. That would make Lito one guy you

Big C: Ocho Cinco ready to face Samuel
Dayton Daily News, OH - November 14, 2008, 12:14 am
However, the biggest reason could be his long awaited face-to-face meeting with Pro Bowl cornerback Asante Samuel. "I can't wait to see Asante," Ocho Cinco

Behind Enemy Lines: Jets @ Patriots Part II
Jets Confidential - November 13, 2008, 7:02 pm
5) How is the secondary managing without Asante Samuel? JS: The Problem with the secondary is that the Patriots aren't just missing Asante Samuel,

NFL Preview - Philadelphia (5-4) at Cincinnati (1-8)
Kansas.com, KS - November 13, 2008, 1:59 pm
On the back end, corrnerbacks Asante Samuel (22 tackles, 3 INT) and Sheldon Brown (26 tackles) will have to control Johnson and Houshmandzadeh,

Eagles-Bengals: A Fan's Three-Year Wait
Bleacher Report, CA - November 13, 2008, 8:38 am
of cornerback Asante Samuel and a healthy defense at the beginning of the season, the Eagles saw themselves as one of the teams to beat in the NFL.

Scouting the Bengals
Allentown Morning Call, PA - November 13, 2008, 8:33 am
The Bengals are last in the NFL in total offense (238.2 yards/game) and 30th in both rushing and passing offense. ''I can't wait to see Asante [Samuel].

Ocho Cinco CHILLS
phillyBurbs.com, PA - November 13, 2008, 7:14 am
I can't wait to see Asante (Samuel). I'm really looking forward to it. ‘I can't wait. I'm excited. I'm playing like we're 8-1. I'm not playing like we're

Eagles 'Cinco' and Bengals' Ocho Cinco are amigos
Delaware County Daily Times, PA - November 13, 2008, 6:31 am
Before we get out the violins, Ocho Cinco said he had a score to square with Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel, who intercepted a pass from injured Bengals

It's now or never for Jets to knock off Patriots Bob Glauber
Newsday, NY - November 13, 2008, 3:36 am
A secondary without three starters from last season, including standout Asante Samuel. Can there be a better opportunity for the Jets than this?

Ashley Fox: Chad Johnson attributes changed tune to McNabb
Philadelphia Inquirer, PA - November 13, 2008, 3:10 am
You think Lito Sheppard was upset in the off-season after the Eagles signed Asante Samuel to a monster contract? Sheppard had nothing on Ocho Cinco.

A must win for the Jets
Newsday, NY - November 12, 2008, 9:52 pm
A secondary without three starters from last season, including standout Asante Samuel. Can there be a better opportunity for the Jets than this?

Lions around the dorm
College of New Jersey Signal, NJ - November 12, 2008, 12:45 pm
The Patriots don't have a running game to protect their new quarterback and the secondary is terrible without Asante Samuel. The Patriots defense is also

MaPatsFan interviewed by Madison Square Garden's "Game On"
Pats Pulpit, MA - November 12, 2008, 6:57 am
I hate to say it, but I miss Asante Samuel (FA, gone to the Eagles in 2008). The CBs have been very inconsistent, in my mind. And with the loss of IR'd vet

Quick Take: Eagles (5-4) at Bengals (1-8)
NFL News - November 12, 2008, 4:38 am
Eagles CB Asante Samuel has 19 interceptions since 2006, the most in the NFL. … Bengals KR Glenn Holt is second in the AFC with 860 kick return yards.

Eagles' replay challenge not easy to Reid
Norristown Times Herald, PA - November 12, 2008, 3:37 am
Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel is 3-0 against the Bengals ? 2-0 when he gets an interception. ? Bengals lineman Bobbie Williams is a 2000 second-round pick

Troy Brown is the ultimate Patriot
Providence Journal, RI - November 11, 2008, 11:36 pm
When Asante Samuel went to the sidelines after hurting his shoulder making a tackle on the first play of the game, Brown was pressed into service as a

Josh Sitton

Notebook: Solid day for healing Rodgers
Green Bay Press Gazette, WI - November 16, 2008, 9:44 pm
Jason Spitz switched from right guard to left guard, and rookie Josh Sitton came off the bench to fill in at right guard. No player sustained an injury that

Hunter's score a record breaker for Pack's defense
Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN - November 16, 2008, 7:30 pm
In Clifton's brief absence, LG Daryn Colledge moved to left tackle, RG Jason Spitz went to left guard and rookie Josh Sitton went in at right guard.

Oates: Offensive line's problems start with Thompson
Wisconsin State Journal, WI - November 11, 2008, 10:23 pm
Thompson drafted Junius Coston and Will Whitticker in 2005, Colledge, Spitz and Tony Moll in 2006, Allen Barbre in 2007 and Josh Sitton and Breno Giacomini

Kevin Smith

NFL Fantasy: Hidden Jewels
Sportsnet.ca, Canada - November 18, 2008, 10:26 am
Fantasy managers had to be pleased to find some redemption from Joseph Addai, Marion Barber, Kevin Smith, Jonathan Stewart, Steve Slaton, and Marshawn Lynch

Marinelli keeps focus despite Lions' 0-10 record
WZZM, MI - November 18, 2008, 8:36 am
A bright spot for Detroit was rookie running back Kevin Smith, who finished with a career-best 112 yards on 24 carries. AP.

WEEK 12 POWER RANKINGS: TITANS HOLD OFF GIANTS
Chicago Daily Herald, IL - November 18, 2008, 3:31 am
Detroit Lions (0-10): Rookie RB Kevin Smith as been a bright spot for anemic offense. Have lost 16 of last 17 but now have 3 straight at home,

DREW SHARP LIONS TALKING POINTS It's impossible to lose all 16
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 18, 2008, 3:31 am
Good NFL teams know they can't avoid developing a young quarterback. What do you think of Kevin Smith's first career 100-yard game?

Marinelli defends Lions' late-game punt
DetNews.com, MI - November 18, 2008, 1:06 am
Kevin Smith wasn't happy about another loss, but he was encouraged about his first career 100-yard rushing game. At least for a little while, that is.

NFL: Warner emerges as top candidate for MVP award
Rockford Register Star, IL - November 17, 2008, 11:35 pm
They are not even mathematically eliminated yet in the NFL’s only division without a winning team. Also, rookie Kevin Smith has set career highs with 96 and

Marinelli keeps focus despite Lions' 0-10 record
The Associated Press - November 17, 2008, 5:01 pm
A bright spot for Detroit was rookie running back Kevin Smith, who finished with a career-best 112 yards on 24 carries. "It was big to get that first

Fantasy & Reality: Getting crabby about Baltimore
CBSSports.com - November 17, 2008, 3:45 pm
Slaton exploded for 156 yards on just 14 carries with a touchdown, and he was one of three rookies (Jonathan Stewart, Kevin Smith) to top 100 yards in Week

49ers roll past Rams; Buccaneers outlast Vikings; Titans go to 10-0
Southtown Star, IL - November 17, 2008, 5:16 am
Rookie Kevin Smith rushed for a career high 112 yards for Detroit (0-10). CINCINNATI - Donovan McNabb fumbled and threw three interceptions in regulation,

Run games powers Panthers past winless Lions 31-22
Chicago Tribune, United States - November 17, 2008, 4:44 am
The unretired Daunte Culpepper and the emergence of rookie running back Kevin Smith, who rushed for a career-best 112 yards, kept the Lions in it.

OTHER MILESTONES
Globe and Mail, Canada - November 17, 2008, 3:34 am
When Kevin Smith scored an early touchdown to help Detroit take a 10-0 lead against Carolina, it was the first time the Lions scored first all season.

CAROLINA 31, DETROIT 22 Imperfect 10: Failure to communicate gives
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 17, 2008, 3:03 am
Rookie running back Kevin Smith rushed for 112 yards, his first career 100-yard game. Kicker Jason Hanson hit a 56-yard field goal, tying his team record

It's impossible to lose all 16 games in an NFL season
Detroit Free Press, United States - November 17, 2008, 3:01 am
Good NFL teams know they can't avoid developing a young quarterback. What do you think of Kevin Smith's first career 100-yard game?

CFB — Waiver Wire (Nov. 17)
Pro Fantasy Sports, KS - November 17, 2008, 12:04 am
After all, it is not easy to replace a talent of the level of current NFL running back Kevin Smith. After searching for a replacement for Smith for much of

Smith raises bar on ground game
DetNews.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 11:16 pm
CHARLOTTE, NC — Kevin Smith's second consecutive career-best performance as an NFL running back ended the same way: in a losing effort.

Four Downs: Brian, Boldin and Brandon on the brain
CBSSports.com - November 16, 2008, 10:21 pm
Also in Carolina, Lions rookie running back Kevin Smith had a career day with 24 carries for 112 yards. Smith has played well recently, but he is at Tampa

Extra points: Hanson still bright spot for Lions
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 10:01 pm
The Lions scored on their first possession for the first time all season, Kevin Smith had his first 100-yard rushing performance and the defense shut out an

Time running out on Marinelli's tenure with Lions
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 9:31 pm
by Tom Kowalski AP PhotoIt appears Detroit Lions rookie Kevin Smith has a bright future ahead of him, but coach Rod Marinelli might not be around to see it.

NFL’s rookie backs off to running start
The Olympian, WA - November 16, 2008, 3:57 am
Detroit selected Central Florida’s Kevin Smith with the first pick of the third round, and he’s starting for the Lions. He rushed for 96 yards on 23 carries

Winless Lions have become mockery of NFL
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 2:04 am
Lions rookie running back Kevin Smith said that during last week's 38-14 loss to Jacksonville, some of the Jaguars players were mocking the Lions.

Lions running back Smith just wants the ball
MLive.com, MI - November 16, 2008, 2:01 am
by Tom Kowalski CHARLOTTE, NC — Detroit Lions running back Kevin Smith has never lacked for confidence. Now the rookie third-round draft pick is eager to

NFL capsules and matchups for weekend games
Albany Times Union, NY - November 16, 2008, 1:58 am
Lions rookie Kevin Smith has 5 TD runs, getting 4.3 yards a carry. Panthers' Steve Smith 30 receptions, four TDs. Lions DE Jared DeVries (hand),

Fantasy Lions: Bench or Start Culpepper’
Lionsfans.com - November 15, 2008, 8:49 pm
Rookie running back Kevin Smith was the Lions? most productive player with 96 yards and a touchdown. An interesting note was the Lions? use of quarterback

Week 11 Salary Cap Update
Pro Fantasy Sports, KS - November 15, 2008, 6:25 pm
Yes, Johnson will continue to be all the Lions have on offense ? with the exception of Kevin Smith’s small outbursts every once in a while ? but Moss is the

Week 11 preview: Lions at Carolina Panthers
Examiner.com - November 15, 2008, 8:00 am
Kevin Smith, who will hopefully get most of the carries, should have a rough day too. However, they still need to let him get his work in, because it's the

Special teams unit dropped the ball
Boston Globe, United States - November 15, 2008, 3:13 am
On Leon Washington's return, defensive lineman Le Kevin Smith was on the coverage team. "We had some injuries with different things and whoever it may be,"

Lions Seek Win Number One in Carolina
Sports Network - November 14, 2008, 3:00 pm
Rookie Kevin Smith (401 rushing yards, 5 TD, 25 receptions) set career highs of 23 carries and 96 yards along with a rushing touchdown and is now finally

Fantasy Man-Crush Index: Divine Intervention’
KING5.com, WA - November 14, 2008, 2:13 pm
Kevin Smith: The Rudi Johnson experiment is over, as Rod Marinelli has confirmed that Smith will be Detroit's clear cut RB1 for the foreseeable future.

Roughnecks to make appearance at GMFL Fall Pro Show
OurSports Central (press release), WI - November 14, 2008, 2:01 pm
Former NFL players to be in attendance for the event on Sunday, November 16th include Kevin Smith, Leon Lett, Broderick Thomas, Michael Downs,

4th and Long: Close encounters of the fantasy kind
SportingNews.com - November 14, 2008, 12:57 pm
Kevin Smith failed to score on two first-quarter rushing attempts starting at the Jaguars' two- and one-yard lines. Drew Stanton finished the drive with a

Underestimating '08 draft would be rookie mistake
FOXSports.com - November 14, 2008, 12:28 pm
Four others ? Arizona's Tim Hightower, Carolina's Jonathan Stewart and Detroit's Kevin Smith and New England's BenJavrus Green-Ellis ? have scored at least

Cervenka: Fantasy Fix Week 11
Sportsnet.ca, Canada - November 14, 2008, 12:19 pm
Pittsburgh Steelers, DET Kevin Smith vs. Carolina Panthers, TB Earnest Graham vs. Minnesota Vikings) So here we are once again, the fantasy football season

NFL Week 11
Calgary Herald,  Canada - November 14, 2008, 4:35 am
Fantasy outlook: Lions rookie Kevin Smith has 5 TD runs, getting 4.3 yards a carry. Panthers' Steve Smith 30 receptions, four TDs.

Fantasy Clicks: Jets' revenge and deadline doings
SI.com - November 14, 2008, 3:05 am
We're talking 10 potential franchise backs — Chris Johnson, Darren McFadden, Kevin Smith, Matt Forte, Jonathan Stewart, Rashard Mendenhall (out for the

Previewing Week 11
The Virginian-Pilot, VA - November 14, 2008, 1:34 am
Lions at Panthers, 1 pm: For Detroit, start RB Kevin Smith, who has a TD in two straight games. Carolina is 17th against the run (105.1) and fourth against

Numerous injuries and misfortunes for the UCF football team poses
Orlando Sentinel, FL - November 14, 2008, 12:18 am
‘Junior running back Kevin Smith opted to leave a year early for the NFL. UCF does catch a break when junior playmaker Joe Burnett decided to return for his

NFL Preview - Detroit (0-9) At Carolina (7-2)
KTVU.com, CA - November 13, 2008, 5:20 pm
Rookie Kevin Smith (401 rushing yards, 5 TD, 25 receptions) set career highs of 23 carries and 96 yards along with a rushing touchdown and is now finally

NFL Lineup Week 11: Preview and Picks
Post Chronicle - November 13, 2008, 1:27 pm
by S. Keough Every team is on deck for the NFL's 11th Week with all the bye weeks completed. The Jets and Patriots battle for the lead in the AFC East,

Fantasy football picks for Week 11
Dallas Morning News, TX - November 13, 2008, 1:21 pm
Kevin Smith, RB, Lions at Panthers: The rookie has taken firm hold of his backfield and is coming off the best game of his young career against the Jags.

Creature Vs. Creature: A Lion's Take on Detroit @ Carolina
Bleacher Report, CA - November 13, 2008, 12:50 pm
The only bright spots for the Lions were Kevin Smith, who is quietly turning in a nice rookie season and Calvin Johnson, who caught two long passes.

Draft Analysis: Dynasty Stock Report Week 11
KING5.com, WA - November 13, 2008, 12:13 pm
Kevin Smith, Lions - Rod Marinelli runs his team like a high school football coach, which means it took the freshman nine games to "earn" the spot from the

Share and Enjoy [']
Times Record News, TX - November 13, 2008, 9:48 am
His NFL career was cut short by leukemia. PG-13 for thematic material and language involving racism, and for brief sensuality.

Lions' Smith earns confidence
DetNews.com, MI - November 13, 2008, 1:14 am
ALLEN PARK — For months, rookie Kevin Smith has told anyone who will listen he's ready to carry the load for the Lions. Smith started the first four games

History Proves Gap Between 6-4 And 5-5 Is Huge
DallasCowboys.com - November 12, 2008, 7:38 pm
Since the NFL adopted the current six-team playoff format in 1990, sending Wild Card teams on the road to face division winners, 67 percent of teams with a

Porn in the movies
The List, UK - November 12, 2008, 7:03 pm
Kevin Smith’s new film is a romantic comedy about making a pornographic film. Paul Dale wonders when and why we started celebrating sex capitalism Platonic

VENUE: Bank of America Stadium
CBSSports.com - November 12, 2008, 3:20 pm
"I feel sick in my stomach," said rookie running back Kevin Smith, who rushed for a season-high 96 yards. Daunte Culpepper made his Lions debut last week,

A Blue Bomber Marathon
Quill, Canada - November 12, 2008, 1:15 pm
All but one core player from the previous season (safety Kyries Hebert signed an NFL contract with the Cincinnati Bengals in January, 2008) had been

Detroit Lions Roundtable: Two To Keep, Two To Kick
Bleacher Report, CA - November 12, 2008, 12:59 pm
The two players I would definitely keep on the team are RB Kevin Smith and WR Calvin Johnson. Kevin Smith ? This guy hasn’t put up stellar numbers,

Spread Sheet Week 11: Where is the 'charge' in San Diego’
Covers, Canada - November 12, 2008, 12:02 pm
Detroit running back Kevin Smith says that some of the Jags were quick to point out that the Lions had done much to earn their 0-8 record (entering the

Pass-protection is everything
Jaguars.com - November 12, 2008, 10:15 am
I read that Kevin Smith from the Lions was saying that a few of the Jags players were telling them him how bad the Lions were. What do you make of that?

LEFTOVERS: Laughter is worst medicine for Lions
Las Vegas Review - Journal, NV - November 12, 2008, 5:06 am
"They were cracking jokes," Lions rookie running back Kevin Smith told the Detroit News. "They thought we were a joke. They said we (stink).

Niners fall apart in final seconds
Florida Times-Union, FL - November 12, 2008, 1:04 am
[because] we haven't won a game," - Lions RB Kevin Smith, on how the Jaguars were mocking the Lions while posting a 38-14 victory.

Lions' Smith makes most of starting opportunity
MLive.com, MI - November 12, 2008, 1:02 am
Press Photo/Rob WiddisDetroit rookie Kevin Smith had a career-high 23 carries for 96 yards against Jacksonville on Sunday. It took until Week 10 of the

SCOUTing the Lions
Saints Insider - November 11, 2008, 7:05 pm
RUSHING OFFENSE: C-plus — Rookie Kevin Smith has taken over as the starting running back. The Lions wanted to see what he would do with a full load of

Mike Walker

Beat goes on for the Titans
Times Colonist, Canada - November 17, 2008, 4:43 am
Titans cornerback Chris Carr breaks up a pass to Jaguars wide receiver Mike Walker in the second half in Jacksonville yesterday. The Titans' defence held

Titans beat Jaguars, improve to 10-0
People’s Daily Online, China - November 17, 2008, 3:05 am
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Mike Walker (81) drops a second-quarter pass as Tennessee Titans linebacker David Thornton defends during an NFL football

Receivers fall to make impact
Florida Times-Union, FL - November 17, 2008, 12:43 am
With Jones inactive because of a bruised thigh, the Jaguars turned to Mike Walker, Jerry Porter, Reggie Williams and Dennis Northcutt.

In-game blog: Jags vs Titans
Jaguars.com - November 16, 2008, 8:08 pm
Reggie Williams has been replaced in the starting lineup at wide receiver by Mike Walker. Messages are clearly being sent. The coach expects a higher level

Tennessee Titans vs Jacksonville Jaguars NFL Picks
Sports-Odds.com, FL - November 16, 2008, 11:20 am
I think Garrard can put up impressive numbers, even against a good Titans D. It really hinges on whether Matt Jones and to a lesser extent Mike Walker play


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