Eli Manning wins 2nd Super Bowl MVP award
(Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:56:11 PST)
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Pro Football Writer

Patriots RB Woodhead plays big in Super Bowl
(Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:35:40 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - For a moment, no one was bigger than five-foot-eight Danny Woodhead.

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

Martin, 4 linemen make Hall of Fame
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:37:19 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - Curtis Martin has gone from the mean streets of Pittsburgh to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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 ?

Chiefs in discussions with Brian Daboll
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:28:01 PST)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Chiefs are in discussions with Brian Daboll to become their new offensive co-ordinator.

Jets Team Report
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 12:25:22 PST)

Jets owner Woody Johnson defended quarterback Mark Sanchez but said the team's commitment to him won't prevent them from investigating other options.

Johnson, in a meeting with the team's beat writers, said wide receiver Santonio Holmes' future with the team was also secure. Holmes signed a five-year, $45 million deal in July as an unrestricted free agent but was criticized and accused of quitting by teammates following a Week 17 loss at Miami that eliminated the Jets from playoff contention.

"They've won a lot of games together, and one is good for the other," Johnson said, per the Newark Star-Ledger. "Santonio makes the quarterback a lot better, and vice versa. So they have a good reason to iron this thing out.

Ranking of current Super Bowl-winning QBs
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:36:00 PST)
Where do Sunday counterparts Tom Brady and Eli Manning rank alongside the other four signal callers with rings?

Video: Weird Historic Super Bowl Ad Trends (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Sat, 04 Feb 2012 09:28:00 PST)
Are you excited to see if the Super Bowl ads will have any weird or humorous moments this year? There are plenty of generic commercial videos that show the funniest or best Super Bowl ads from the past, but what about the bizarre stuff?

Giants Jerry Reese on the GM rollercoaster ride
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:42:40 PST)
By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer

NFL Roundup: Colts push off Manning decision
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:55:16 PST)
When word broke on Thursday that Colts quarterback Peyton Manning had been cleared by his doctor to resume his football career, team owner Jim Irsay was quick to downplay the news via his Twitter account, writing, "Peyton has not passed our physical nor has he been cleared to...

Jets stars Sanchez and Holmes fixing relationship, Ryan says
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:15:13 PST)
As Bill Belichick chases one more ring for Rex Ryan not to kiss, two of Ryan's New York Jets appear ready to "kiss and make up." In Indianapolis for a promotional appearance at Super Bowl XLVI, the Jets head coach told Rich Cimini of ESPNNewYork.com that quarterback...

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 ?

Trash-talk doesn't matter, but Plaxico Burress urges Giants to let Patriots have it
(Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:04:00 PST)
Regardless of how much fuss is made, war of words doesn't have any outcome on deciding big ballgames.

Pasquarelli: Giants receivers eyeing big mismatch
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:40:16 PST)
By Len Pasquarelli INDIANAPOLIS -- Given his choice, Pro Bowl pass-catcher Victor Cruz might change the name of his position for Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday evening. Call the New York Giants' second-year star, and salsa dancing sensation, a wide(-eyed) receiver.

Victor Cruz is emerging as Latin sensation
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:32:00 PST)
Wide receiver Victor Cruz has the dance, smile and engaging personality to captivate fans across cultural lines.

Jets outside LB coach Smith returns
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:05:14 PST)
Score one for the persuasive powers of New York Jets coach Rex Ryan. Ryan and his staff convinced Mike Smith to remain on staff with the NFL team rather than accept the job as West Virginia assistant defensive coordinator, according to an NFL.com report.

Emerging rugby star Hayden Smith hoping to make jump to NFL (The National Football Post)
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:01:13 PST)
A blossoming rugby star is hoping to trade his career in Europe for a shot a spot on an NFL roster.

Pats DE Ellis ends tumultuous year in Super Bowl
(Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:55:54 PST)
By HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer

Bill Belichick is a coaching contrarian with a plan
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:35:00 PST)
The Patriots' mastermind cuts across the grain, yet it's clear during Super Bowl week that his methods are calculated and effective.

Pats' Ellis ends tumultuous year in Super Bowl
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:14:03 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - The call came in the early morning hours, jarring Shaun Ellis from a deep sleep. Two buddies were on the line with some news that would shake the veteran defensive end even more.

Jets and Colts...The Greatest Super Bowl: A Fan’s Remembrance (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:42:00 PST)
Each year, we move further and further away from the early Super Bowl years, back when it was still referred to as the NFL-AFL Championship Game. As such, some of the significance of those events has been lost to the wearing of time, to more recent memories, to a digital age when...

Chiefs offensive co-ordinator Muir retires
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:40:29 PST)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Longtime NFL assistant coach Bill Muir followed through on his plans to retire, informing the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday that he wouldn't return for a 35th season in the league.

5 Reasons the Jets Should Keep Mark Sanchez in 2012: A Fan's View (Yahoo! Contributor Network)
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:20:00 PST)
The failure of the New York Jets to make it to the post-season has fallen squarely on quarterback Mark Sanchez's shoulders. It is not entirely his fault. There are many reasons that the Jets should keep Sanchez as a starter through the 2012 season.

Undersized Woodhead shines for Patriots
(Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:51:13 PST)
INDIANAPOLIS - Danny Woodhead had two things working against him when he set out on his NFL career: He was undersized and undrafted.