Tate uses Twitter to advise Pack to sit Rodgers vs. Suh, Lions:
Should Packers QB Aaron Rodgers play on Sunday against the Lions? Seahawks wide receiver Golden Tate doesn’t think so, citing the dangerous nature of defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh. NFL.com
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Taylor believes Jaguars should hire once-hated rival Fisher:
According to former Jaguars star Fred Taylor, this offseason provides the Jacksonville franchise with a chance to shift course for brighter tomorrows, starting with the hiring a proven, big-name coach — even if that means burying an old grudge. NFL.com
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Chiefs extend injured LB Siler 1 year (AP):
The Kansas City Chiefs signed linebacker Brandon Siler to a one-year contract extension after he missed all of this season because of a torn Achilles tendon. Siler’s agent, David Canter, confirmed the deal Saturday in a text to The Associated Press. Siler was expected to compete for time at middle linebacker alongside Pro Bowl selection Derrick Johnson after spending last season with the San… Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
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Lions DC Cunningham gushes over Schwartz’ focus, intensity:
This season’s NFL Coach of the Year? It’s no mystery to the defensive coordinator of the Lions, who believes the finest coach in the land resides just up the hallway. NFL.com
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Brady listed as probable (left shoulder) vs. Bills:
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is listed as probable for Sunday’s game with a left shoulder injury. ESPN.com – NFL
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Departing owner looks back fondly on Coughlin era in Jacksonville:
Wayne Weaver, who just sold the Jacksonville Jaguars after 18 years as the franchise’s original owner, says if he had it to do over again he probably would not have fired coach Tom Coughlin after the 2002 season. NFL.com
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Ryan: Schottenheimer may go elsewhere (AP):
Rex Ryan expects Brian Schottenheimer to be running the New York Jets’ offense again next season. Unless, of course, the embattled offensive coordinator becomes a head coach elsewhere. Schottenheimer has been widely criticized by fans and some media as the Jets’ offense has struggled all season and quarterback Mark Sanchez has not progressed the way the team expected. Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
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Jerry Jones says Romo will be at ‘full strength’:
While Dallas Cowboys coach Jason Garrett has used the term “hopeful” when describing Tony Romo’s availability for Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, owner and general manager Jerry Jones is more emphatic. ESPN.com – NFL
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Injured RB Bush to miss finale vs. Jets (AP):
Reggie Bush’s impressive season-long display of durability has ended with a knee injury. The Miami Dolphins running back will miss their finale Sunday against the New York Jets. He was ruled out by coach Todd Bowles after missing practice for the third consecutive day Friday. Bush, a 1,000-yard rusher this year for the first time in his six-year career, hurt his right knee late in last… Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
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T.O. gets another offer from indoor team (AP):
Terrell Owens has another offer from an indoor team. The Allen Wranglers of the Indoor Football League say they have offered the six-time Pro Bowl receiver a compensation package worth up to $ 500,000 for the 2012 season, which starts in February. Most IFL players earn $ 225 per game plus a bonus for winning. Yahoo! Sports – NFL News
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