Giants beat Patriots 21-17 to win the Super Bowl
(Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:49:27 PST)
Eli Manning engineered the last-minute touchdown to give New York the lead, then started celebrating as Tom Brady's desperation pass hit the ground in the last act of the Super Bowl. After guiding the New York Giants to a 21-17 victory over Brady's New England Patriots on Sunday night, Manning has two Super Bowl championships and two Most Valuable Player awards to prove that he's the...

Giants beat Patriots to win the Super Bowl
(Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:13:15 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - Elite and Eli. One and the same.

Jim Harbaugh Named AP Coach of the Year: Fan Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:11:00 PST)
Before this award was even announced, I knew in my mind that there was no other choice except Jim Harbaugh of the San Francisco 49ers. Some analysts had stated that Harbaugh was the undeniable pick and what he was able to accomplish was incredible.

'Tebowing' Alec Baldwin hosts NFL Honors
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:25:35 PST)
By JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press

2011 Defensive Player of the Year Award Doesn’t Go to a San Francisco 49ers Player: Fan’s Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:04:00 PST)
The San Francisco 49ers had a couple of players deserving of the 2011 Associated Press NFL Defensive Player of the Year award. With Justin Smith, Patrick Willis, and NaVorro Bowman all receiving votes from the nationwide panel of 50 NFL media members, the award this season...

Rodgers, Brees, Jim Harbaugh win AP awards
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:29:04 PST)
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

49ers' Jim Harbaugh wins Coach of Year
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:04:03 PST)
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

Ravens LB Suggs wins Defensive Player of Year
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:02:33 PST)
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

San Francisco 49ers’ Jim Harbaugh Wins AP Coach of the Year: Fan’s Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:27:00 PST)
In what is really not a big surprise, the Associated Press named San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh the 2011 NFL Coach of the Year. Turning a 6-10 49ers team to a championship-contending playoff team with a 13-3 regular season record, Harbaugh changed the culture and...

Broncos LB Miller wins Defensive Rookie of Year
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:08:53 PST)
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer

Butler, Dawson, Doleman, Kennedy, Martin and Roaf make the 2012 Hall of Fame cut
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 15:33:55 PST)
The 2012 Pro Football Hall of Fame cast has been announced, and the six named to the game's greatest honor this year were Jack Butler, Dermontti Dawson, Chris Doleman, Cortez Kennedy, Curtis Martin and Willie Roaf. It's a very interesting … Continue reading ?

49ers Team Report
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:25:23 PST)

There has been some casual discussion between the 49ers and the representatives for quarterback Alex Smith about a potential contract extension for the quarterback, but talks haven't really progressed yet to the substantive stage.

For all the talk about how the Niners might be one of the teams interested in Peyton Manning if (when?) he is released by Indianapolis, the preference seems to be re-signing Smith to a long-term contract. He signed only a one-year deal for 2011.

One of the big questions besides the obvious one, money, is the term of the contract. There are rumblings San Francisco officials prefer a three-year contract, while Smith's camp would like something longer, more like five years.

Defense will carry Giants over Patriots again
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 08:35:15 PST)
By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer

The Shutdown Corner Interview: Jerry Rice, Part 1
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 06:07:47 PST)
In this exclusive interview from the Super Bowl Media Center, Jerry Rice talked to Shutdown Corner about the NFL then and now. In Part 1, the greatest receiver ever to play the game started things off with remembrances of his … Continue reading ?

Giants safety Antrel Rolle enjoys Indy nightlife in advance of Super Bowl
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:33:00 PST)
Rolle needed an outlet a few days before his team's battle against the Patriots.

Capsule look at Hall of Fame finalists
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:31:50 PST)
A capsule look at the finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame:

Joe Namath’s NFL Blog: My Super Bowl prediction
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:12:50 PST)
NFL Hall of Famer and New York Jets legend Joe Namath has been contributing to Shutdown Corner through the postseason to break down the key games, players and moments. Make sure to like the Official Joe Namath page on Facebook … Continue reading ?

The Shutdown Corner Interview: Drew Brees
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:46:04 PST)
In 2011, New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees had one of the best seasons anyone at his position has ever enjoyed. He was even better when it really counted, down the stretch. From November through January, his stats were absolutely … Continue reading ?

NFL Approves Loan for 49ers New Stadium: Fan Reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:52:00 PST)
There's been a lot of talk recently about the San Francisco 49ers and their stadium plans in Santa Clara. There have been those of who have spoken in support and those who spoke in opposition, but regardless of which side you're on it looks as if a groundbreaking ceremony...

Who 49ers Fans Want to Win Super Bowl XLVI: Quote Roundup (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:31:00 PST)
The San Francisco 49ers and all of their fans, including myself, were more than disappointed when we lost the NFC Championship - a game we should have won. I think what hurts the most is that we had the game in hand and fumbled it away.

Fan Confession: I’m Watching Super Bowl XLVI Because of Ochocinco (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:21:00 PST)
It may be one of the NFL's biggest mysteries of the 2011 season - just how did Chad Ochocinco become so irrelevant in such a short amount of time? Just over a year ago, Ochocinco finished the 2010 season with 67 receptions for 831 yards and 4 touchdowns - a bad year by his...

NFL Roundup: Docs OK Peyton Manning to play
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:05:13 PST)
Indianapolis Colts GM Ryan Grigson and new coach Chuck Pagano emphasized on Thursday that a decision about quarterback Peyton Manning, who is owed a $28 million option bonus on March 8 and will become an unrestricted free agent if the franchise does not pay it, will be based on...

NFL approves loan for 49ers stadium
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:53:40 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - NFL owners approved a US$200 million loan Thursday to help the San Francisco 49ers build a stadium south of Santa Clara.

NFL approves $200 million loan for 49ers stadium
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:53:31 PST)
NFL owners approved a $200 million loan Thursday to help the San Francisco 49ers build a stadium south of Santa Clara. The team plans to bid for future Super Bowls for the 68,000-seat stadium, which will be built adjacent to the 49ers' facility. "It's huge," 49ers CEO Jed York said of the league's approval.

NFL allocates $200 million for 49ers stadium
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:30:13 PST)
Calling it "a big step forward," San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York announced here on Thursday that NFL owners have put aside $200 million in funding for the future 49ers stadium in Santa Clara. York tweeted the comment after NFL owners voted to approve the stadium's...

NFL allocates $200 million for Niners stadium
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:45:13 PST)
Calling it "a big step forward today" San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York announced Thursday that NFL owners have put aside $200 million in funding for the future 49ers stadium in Santa Clara. York tweeted the comment after NFL owners voted to approve the stadium's...

Indy gets dose of star power with Super Bowl
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:30:42 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - Indiana — the place where Peyton Manning, Larry Bird, the Hoosiers and more have created the stuff of legend — is undoubtedly a sports mecca.

Weatherford's gifts keep on coming to hometown
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:46:03 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - The first time Steve Weatherford rolled through the New York Giants locker-room with a laundry cart, collecting castoff tennis shoes and cleats, he made sure to tell teammates he wasn't selling their stuff on eBay.