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Favre says he's eager to get to work with New York

Brett Favre held up his new green jersey Thursday evening, hoping he made the right decision.

Jets clear cap space for Favre, dump Pennington

Chad Pennington quickly became the odd man out once Brett Favre joined the New York Jets.

Bills sign up DE Jones to compete for backup spot

Defensive end Derrick Jones signed by the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, two months after he was released by the Atlanta Falcons.

Jets not that much better with old man Favre

So the Jets add Brett Favre. Big deal. He's no Tom Brady and New York still can't hang with division rival New England, Clark Judge says.

Favre to New York not the right answer for Jets

The Jets were 8-8 at best without Brett Favre. Now that the veteran quarterback is headed to New York after a midnight trade from Green Bay, all the Jets can hope for is ... 8-8. Pete Prisco says this move doesn't solve any problems for New York.

Done deal: Packers confirm trade to send Favre to Jets

The Green Bay Packers have reached an agreement to trade quarterback Brett Favre to the New York Jets, the team announced late Wednesday night. Terms of the trade weren't immediately available.

Status still unclear, Pacman set for Cowboys debut

When it comes to Pacman Jones' status, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is treading lightly.

Titans, Rams open joint practices with brawls

Coaches and seasons can change. Tension whenever the Tennessee Titans and St. Louis Rams get together doesn't.

Favre trade talk swirls in Green Bay

Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson was not seen at practice Wednesday morning, and his scheduled early afternoon media availability was postponed -- one of several signs a trade involving Brett Favre might be brewing.

RB Rice eager

Ray Rice has every reason to be nervous before facing the New England Patriots on Thursday night.

Bucs coach not talking about Favre trade reports

Brett Favre to Tampa Bay? Buccaneers coach Jon Gruden isn't hinting one way or the other.

NFL as the moral authority? Since when?

The NFL has taken scandals and behavior issues and perfected them. So where do they get off telling fans to shape up or ship out? Ray Ratto says it's so hypocritical it's absurd.

Cincinnati signs first-round pick, linebacker Rivers

The Bengals have signed linebacker Keith Rivers out of Southern California, the club's first-round draft pick and the ninth pick overall.

Niners camp report: Three QBs trick, no San Francisco treat

From Joe Montana and Steve Young to Alex Smith, J.T. O'Sullivan and Shaun Hill? Not exactly apples to apples for the 49ers as their misguided quest for a QB continues, Mike Freeman says.

Denver WR Marshall gets three-game suspension

Denver Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall has been suspended for three games for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy.

Delhomme: Smith-Lucas fight won't slow Panthers

The potential was there to hold grudges, take sides and lose focus after the Steve Smith-Ken Lucas altercation. But Jake Delhomme feels his teammates have avoided all those potential pitfalls.Read more

Dallas' Thomas says concussions are behind him

Zach Thomas understands the perception some people have after his abbreviated final season in Miami, though he doesn't agree with it.Read more

Dolphins interested in soon-to-be-cut Pennington

The Dolphins are interested in the Jets' soon-to-be-unemployed quarterback, Chad Pennington.Read more

Broncos' Marshall vows to 'get past' suspension

Brandon Marshall is content to let his actions -- and others -- do the talking for him.Read more

Rams, Titans start joint practices with altercation

The Rams and Titans teams had some feisty joint practices back in 2000, months after St. Louis beat Tennessee in the Super Bowl, and it didn't take long Wednesday morning for tempers to flare up as they gathered Wednesday in training camp.Read more

First-round pick Rivers signs contract with Bengals

The Cincinnati Bengals signed first-round pick Keith Rivers Tuesday night, ending a 10-day holdout.Read more

Steroids dealer's autopsy: High testosterone levels

The autopsy report on convicted steroids dealer David Jacobs indicated he had more than five times the amount of testosterone in his system than allowed by standard sports testing.Read more

Burress' agent visits Giants to talk Plax contract

The agent for Plaxico Burress had talks with the Giants on Tuesday about getting a new contact for the star wide receiver.Read more

Broncos WR Marshall handed 3-game suspension

The Denver Broncos finally were told Tuesday what they've been fearing for several weeks: they'll start the season without wide receiver Brandon Marshall.Read more

Clemens or Pennington? Mangini undecided on QB

The Jets' starting quarterback for the preseason opener at Cleveland is ... still undecided by coach Eric Mangini.Read more

Rams' Jackson misses workout, holdout continues

Steven Jackson's holdout is headed for the two-week mark, and it appears little or no progress is being made.Read more

NFL implements new fan code of conduct for 2008

The NFL implemented a new code of fan conduct Tuesday, warning that spectators who misbehave will be ejected from stadiums and barred from coming back.Read more

Alleged shooter enters plea in Pacman Vegas case

The man accused of shooting three people outside a strip club after a melee involving NFL player Adam "Pacman" Jones says he's not guilty of attempted murder and other charges.Read more

Boller to start at QB in Ravens' preseason opener

Kyle Boller will start at quarterback for the Baltimore Ravens in their preseason opener against the defending AFC champion New England Patriots.Read more

Sources: Browns' Cribbs wants to tweak contract

Pro Bowl kick returner Joshua Cribbs wants to restructure his contract with the Cleveland Browns, multiple sources have told ESPN.com.Read more

Favre joins Jets after trade from Packers

Brett Favre held up his new green jersey Thursday evening and said he's ready to get to work. The star quarterback joined the New York Jets before their exhibition game in Cleveland, hours after he was traded by the Green Bay Packers. "The last 24 hours have been crazy," he said. Favre said he never thought he would become a Jet, but said he's excited to play for New York. The three-time MVP said he's "a little out of shape, compared to the other guys," but is eager to play.Read more

Favre will help the Jets, but he isn't a savior

Brett Favre instantly improves the Jets, but Jimmy Johnson doubts the trade puts New York over the top this season.Read more

NFL Decision '08: Is L.T. or Rivers the man in S.D.?

Our Decision '08 debate duo tackles the question: Who is more important to a San Diego Super Bowl run, L.T. or Philip Rivers?Read more

Packers trade Favre to Jets

In wake of Favre trade, Jets cut Pennington

Chad Pennington quickly became the odd man out once Brett Favre joined the New York Jets. Pennington was released Thursday, ending the quarterback's eight-year, injury-plagued career with the Jets. He was expected to find a new home soon: Minnesota and Miami were mentioned as possible destinations. "It's a bittersweet moment for us," general manager Mike Tannenbaum said early Thursday when announcing the trade for Favre.Read more

Favre can't win when it comes to office politics

Why is Brett Favre on his way out of Green Bay? Because he's great at football, but bad at office politics, Jason Whitlock says.Read more

Favre's going to regret this move

Because he couldn't cope with retirement, Brett Favre now finds himself in a bad situation. Mark Kriegel guarantees he'll regret it.Read more

LIVE: Packers discuss Favre after Jets trade

Everyone wins in Favre deal ... except Favre

The Jets get a superstar. The Packers get him out of the NFC. The only one who loses in this deal is Brett Favre, Alex Marvez says.Read more

Packers trade Favre to Jets

The Brett Favre show is headed to New York. The Packers have traded their legendary quarterback to the Jets, Jay Glazer reports.Read more

Favre out: Packers trade legend to Jets

Five months after he retired in a tearful ceremony, Brett Favre is making Packers fans cry. Jay Glazer reports Favre is now a Jet.Read more

New York-bound: Jets, Pack reach Favre deal

NFL Decision '08: Are Cowboys ready for their close-up?

As our Decision '08 series continues, join the debate on whether Jerry Jones has concocted a sweet stew or witch's brew in Dallas.Read more

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Titans, Rams brawl at joint practice

Coaches and seasons can change. Tension whenever the Tennessee Titans and St. Louis Rams get together doesn't. These teams had some feisty joint practices back in 2000, months after St. Louis beat the Titans in the Super Bowl, and it didn't take long Wednesday morning for tempers to flare up as they gathered Wednesday in training camp. Rams receiver Reche Caldwell grabbed Titans cornerback Cortland Finnegan in a bear hug and took him to the ground. St.Read more

Favre joins Jets after trade from Packers

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Brett Favre held up his new green jersey Thursday evening, hoping he made the righ...Read more

Bills RB Lynch's actions cause for excitement

PITTSFORD, N.Y. (AP) -- During a lull in practice, Marshawn Lynch found himself alone a few yards be...Read more

QBs center of attention in Niners-Raiders game

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- JaMarcus Russell and Alex Smith entered the NFL under similar circumstances ...Read more

Delhomme: Fight won't slow down Panthers

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) -- When Steve Smith punched teammate Ken Lucas during a break in practice las...Read more

Browns rookie linebacker Bell has knee surgery

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Browns rookie linebacker Beau Bell had arthroscopic surgery Thursday to ...Read more

Panthers waive T Spencer for being overweight

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) -- The Carolina Panthers waived tackle Charles Spencer on Thursday for what c...Read more

Dave Goldberg on Favre joining the Jets

NEW YORK (AP) -- The New York Jets spent millions of owner Woody Johnson's dollars in the offseason ...Read more

Iowa native Rinehart fits in fine with Redskins

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Chad Rinehart certainly fits the role of the stereotypical Iowa lineman: Raised...Read more

For Pack, Jets trade best solution to saga

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- By signing the papers, Green Bay Packers general manager Ted Thompson knew h...Read more

With Favre in fold, Jets release Pennington

NEW YORK (AP) -- Chad Pennington quickly became the odd man out once Brett Favre joined the New York...Read more

LB Zach Thomas not 'punch drunk' in Dallas

OXNARD, Calif. (AP) -- Zach Thomas understands the perception some people have after his abbreviated...Read more

Packers address trade; Favre set to join Jets

Wrapping up the end of the Brett Favre era in Green Bay, the Packers held a press conference on Thur...Read more

Bills sign DE Jones; set to put LB Bowen on IR

PITTSFORD, N.Y. (AP) -- Defensive end Derrick Jones signed by the Buffalo Bills on Thursday, two mon...Read more

Iyer: Favre fixes just one hole in Jets' fuselage

The Jets plugged up their leaky quarterback situation by trading for Brett Favre, but his rifle arm can't cover up the remaining holes in their offense.Read more

Smith's punch makes Hackett likely Week 1 starter

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (AP) -- After four injury-filled seasons as part of a crowded group of receivers i...Read more

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