NFL Memo Warns Teams on Faking Injuries

Follows speculation that Giants' Deon Grant faked ailment against Rams

2011-09-22

Barry Wilner AP Pro Football Writer

NEW YORK (AP) -- To the fake handoff and fake field goals, add fake injuries. The NFL sent a memo Wednesday to all 32 teams warning of fines, suspensions and loss of draft picks if the league determines players faked injuries during a game. Yet several players admit its an accepted practice, and some coaches hinted they are not above condoning phony injuries if it provides a competitive edge. Read the complete article

Hockey Player Uses Prison Skills to Save Teammate

NHL vet now in Swedish league helped linemate avoid choking on his own tongue

2011-09-20

Malin Rising The Associated Press

STOCKHOLM (AP) -- Former NHL player Mike Danton was sent to prison for plotting to take a life. In his return to professional hockey, the skills he learned in jail may well have saved one. Read the complete article

Newton, Brady Set Records in Unpredictable NFL

Quarterbacks rack up yards in two weeks that have seen some surprising winners

2011-09-19

Tom Brady set an NFL passing record Sunday, which isn't exactly surprising. Less expected was that rookie Cam Newton held the mark for a few hours before the reigning MVP broke it. Read the complete article

College Football Teams Making Fashion Statements

Oregon started trend toward flashy uniforms that catch attention of younger viewers--and recruits

2011-09-15

Ralph D. Russo AP College Football Writer

Flip on a college football game and the first reaction could be: "What in the world are they wearing?" Read the complete article

NBA Labor: Talks Fail to Make Progress

Uncertainty about whether training camps will open on time as salary-cap divide remains wide

2011-09-14

Brian Mahoney AP Basketball Writer

NEW YORK (AP) -- The long looks on players' faces and the anger in Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver's voice made it obvious: There was no progress Tuesday in talks to end the NBA lockout. Read the complete article

Stosur Stuns Williams 6-2, 6-3 in US Open Final

American star shouts at umpire during trouncing by 9th-seeded Australian

2011-09-12

Eddie Pells AP National Writer

NEW YORK (AP) -- Feeling wronged again at the U.S. Open, Serena Williams couldn't let it go. "That's totally not cool," she shouted at the umpire. Then, a few minutes later, she told her, "You're a hater, and you're just unattractive inside." Problem was, the real trouble for Williams was standing on the other side of the court. Read the complete article

'Monday Night Football' Stays on ESPN Through 2021

$2 billion agreement with NFL brings games to tablets

2011-09-09

Rick Freeman AP Sports Writer

ESPN is betting nearly $2 billion a year that fans are ready for even more football on even more platforms. Read the complete article

Colts Say Manning Doubtful for Sunday's Opener

QB who has never missed an NFL start is doubtful due to back soreness

2011-09-06

Michael Marot AP Sports Writer

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The unthinkable suddenly seems possible in Indianapolis - opening the season without Peyton Manning. Read the complete article

Venus: 'Absolutely' Will Return From Illness

31-year-old reveals she suffers from fatigue-causing Sjogren's syndrome

2011-09-01

NEW YORK (AP) -- Venus Williams says she "absolutely" plans to return to tennis after she withdrew from the U.S. Open because of a recently diagnosed autoimmune disease. Read the complete article

NCAA: 8 Miami Players Must Sit Out Games

Hurricanes may face many more penalties as investigation into booster scandal continues

2011-08-31

Tim Reynolds AP Sports Writer

CORAL GABLES, Fla. (AP) -- For Miami coach Al Golden, there is relief. And for the Hurricanes implicated in an extra-benefits scandal, there will be a return to the field this season. Read the complete article