RB Fred Jackson has become a forgotten man in the Bills offense since Marshawn Lynch’s return.
Dolphins coach Tony Sparano said he expects CB Nate Jones to be a mentor for rookie starters Vontae Davis and Sean Smith.
The reconstruction of the Patriots secondary has gone well thus far.
Jets P Steve Weatherford, who has pulled off two successful fake punts this year, was clocked at 4.45 in the 40 while in college.
Bob Blubaugh of the Carroll County Times stops short of calling Sunday’s game a must-win for the Ravens, but writes that it is darn close.
Bengals WR Chad Ochocinco told a crowd at a book signing on Saturday that he was going as Chad Johnson for Halloween.
Said Browns offensive coordinator Brian Daboll, “It’s not all Derek [Anderson] by any stretch, but I think if we can get those easy quick completions and get it into the hands of our playmakers a little bit earlier, it puts you on a better track offensively.”
A new biography tells the story of Steelers LB James Harrison’s rough childhood and ascent to NFL stardom.
The Texans will try to buck the unhappy history of Houston teams in Buffalo on Sunday.
Colts QB Peyton Manning has been sacked twice this season and hit just 14 times.
Said Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio, “We’re a team that’s capable, a team that’s improving, a team that’s committed and having fun. Really, I don’t think you should put a ceiling on us, and I don’t think you should put a floor on us. You’ve just got to let it play out. I really think anything is possible.”
Titans S Michael Griffin said that he used the bye week to take care of some personal problems that were affecting his play this season.
Broncos players have responded well to the emotional reactions of coach Josh McDaniels this season.
The Kansas City Star selected its 50th anniversary Chiefs team including QB Len Dawson, WR Otis Taylor and DE Neil Smith.
Several Raiders players believe they are seeing signs that QB JaMarcus Russell is starting to “get it.”
Chargers LB Tim Dobbins has done a fine job of stepping in as a starting linebacker in Kevin Burnett’s absence.
Tim Cowlishaw of the Dallas Morning News writes that the only thing that matters for the Cowboys is their record.
Giants P Jeff Feagles is trying to balance getting distance on his punts with keeping the ball away from Eagles PR DeSean Jackson.
In 10 career games against the Giants, Eagles DE Trent Cole has 58 tackles, seven sacks and an interception return for a touchdown.
Redskins DE Renaldo Wynn saw the humor in being released, re-signed, released and finally re-signed again in an 11-day span.
Bears LB Brian Urlacher doesn’t think his absence is the reason for the team’s defensive struggles.
Said Lions RB Kevin Smith, “I feel rejuvenated. I feel like I’ve got 10 games to prove myself to the organization and the rest of the people around the league.”
Police in Green Bay are bracing for a busy Sunday at Lambeau Field.
Bob Sansevere of the Pioneer Press writes that for all of the focus on QB Brett Favre, the Vikings are really playing for the NFC North on Sunday.
Falcons RB Aaron Stecker will be in uniform against his former Saints mates on Monday night.
Poor kick coverage might be the cause of Panthers K Rhys Lloyd’s drop in touchbacks.
Prices on the secondary market have been surging for the Saints this season.
QB Josh Freeman didn’t have much practice time with the Buccaneers offense this week.
Cardinals WR Steve Breaston thinks the Cardinals need to prove that they don’t let down when playing as favorites.
Said Rams DT Clifton Ryan of the team’s 17-game losing streak, “I’m not keeping track. I know you guys are. But we need a win for the city, for ourselves, for the franchise, for our head coach -- so he can get his first professional win as a head coach. They say winning cures all, and we need a win, desperately.”
At almost every key position on both sides of the ball, the 49ers are starting guys drafted by G.M. Scot McCloughan.
Seahawks S Lawyer Milloy will be across the field from his high-school teammate Cowboys QB Jon Kitna on Sunday, although neither player figures to be playing a key role in the proceedings.