Topic: National Football League
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20 most obscure team nicknames in pro sports
Most pro team nicknames make sense at some level. But there are a fair number of head-scratching nicknames. Here are 20 with explanations on their selection:
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NFL new uniforms, best to worst
The Jacksonville Jaguars and three other teams have released new uniform designs in the past year – with mixed results. Here are the league's four new uniforms, subjectively ranked from worst to best.
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Who handled Major League Baseball’s ceremonial first-pitch honors in 2013?
One of the most anticipated moments of any baseball season occurs when ceremonial first pitches are thrown at each of 30 major-league ballparks. Often the identity of the persons or persons doing the honors is kept a secret until the last minute. Here’s the lineup of the 2013 VIPs:
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‘Long Shot’: 8 observations shared in Mike Piazza’s autobiography
Check out some of Piazza's thoughts on baseball from his autobiography 'Long Shot.'
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Fake identities: Manti Te'o scandal and 6 other Internet hoaxes
Believe it or not, the Manti Te'o scandal is not the first online identity hoax, nor the longest-standing. Here's a look at some of the biggest scams to surface on the Internet, from the lives and deaths of fictitious characters to the downfall of their makers.
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In Pictures: Thanksgiving traditions
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Michael Vick, Eagles crush Redskins: Are Super Bowl and big payday ahead?
Michael Vick has the Eagles in the conversation about potential Super Bowl teams this year. Michael Vick could potentially earn another multi-million dollar contract after the season, as well.
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In Pictures: Veterans Day 2010
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Linda McMahon, NBA's Bradley lose elections
Linda McMahon, the former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment who presented herself as a shrewd businesswoman, was beaten for the US Senate seat by Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal.
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Randy Moss cut by Minnesota. Who wants him now?
Randy Moss was waived by the Minnesota Vikings Monday, after just four games. Who will pick up the mercurial Pro Bowl receiver?
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Pentagon had red flags about command climate in 'kill team' Stryker brigade
Five soldiers in the 5th Stryker brigade of the 2nd Infantry Division are charged with forming a 'kill team' in Afghanistan. The commander of that brigade is not implicated in any criminal proceedings, but some Pentagon officials worry that his aggressive philosophy might have been an 'enabler.'
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In Pictures: Football fanatics
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The NFL's weak response
Instead of creating clear, in-game disincentives for player violence, the NFL has created nebulous new penalties.
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O.J. Simpson conviction appeal denied by Nevada Supreme Court
O.J. Simpson will remain in jail after the Nevada Supreme Court denied an appeal Friday of his armed robbery and kidnapping convictions. However, O.J. Simpson's co-defendant will receive a new trial after his conviction was reversed.
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Deanna Favre says faith is helping her cope with allegations against husband Brett
Deanna Favre has had to deal with serious issues in her life. Thursday, Deanna Favre was interviewed about some of those on ABC's 'Good Morning America.'
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Do head shots need to be 'part of the game'?
As the injury count mounts, it's time to reconsider the fallout from the 'play-at-any-cost' mentality.
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Football economics: It's time to dis-incentivize sports injuries
In the wake of paralyzing injury to a Rutgers student, and mounting evidence of permanent brain damage in many others, it's time for new approach to sports injuries: all-fault insurance.
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NFL fines three, will start handing out suspensions for helmet-to-helmet hits
NFL officials announced Tuesday that three players have been fined for helmet hits this past Sunday and, beginning this week, players can be suspended for violent tackles where their helmet makes contact with an opponent's helmet.
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Singletary v. Madden on management
San Francisco 49ers' coach Mike Singletary has gone from the Hall of Fame to coaching, and his management style shows it.
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Monday Night Football tackles Cliff Lee vs. Andy Pettitte
The premier TV sports matchup Monday is not the pairing of premier southpaws from the Rangers and Yankees, it's the ALCS against Monday Night Football.
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DeSean Jackson injury: Should NFL penalize helmet hits?
DeSean Jackson of the Eagles was hurt in a second quarter collision with Atlanta's Dunta Robinson in Sunday's NFL matchup. A pair of Cleveland Browns were also injured Sunday by helmet-to-helmet hits in their game with the Steelers.
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Brett Favre not forthcoming on allegations, following Vikings loss to Jets
Brett Favre did not discuss allegations of inappropriate behavior after his Vikings team was beaten, 29-20, by the Jets Monday night. There are reports that Brett Favre apologized to his teammates Monday for being a distraction.
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Brett Favre scandal headlines bad-boy edition of Monday Night Football
The Brett Favre scandal isn't the only off-field storyline heading into tonight's edition of Monday Night Football. The game will hardly be a symbol of the commissioner's bid to clean up the NFL.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 10/07
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In Pictures: Randy Moss
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Randy Moss traded back to Vikings; Brett Favre can't wait to throw deep
Randy Moss has been traded by the Patriots to the Vikings for a draft pick next year. Moss began his NFL career with Minnesota back in 1998. Why does this make sense for the Patriots?
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Michael Vick suffers injury in Eagles loss to Donovan McNabb and Redskins
Michael Vick came out of the Eagles game with Washington after suffering a chest injury following a first quarter run. Vick was replaced by Kevin Kolb, but he fared no better in the 17-12 defeat.
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George Blanda appreciated for longevity, toughness, and comebacks (VIDEO)
George Blanda played for four NFL teams over a quarter century. What made Blanda stand out was his ability to win games with his arm and toe, well into his 40s.
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In Philadelphia, a Michael Vick Atlanta never knew
Quarterback Michael Vick has won the starting job with the Philadelphia Eagles by changing who he is – both on and off the field – after spending 20 months in prison for dogfighting.
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Michael Vick vs. Kevin Kolb: Who should start for Philadelphia?
Michael Vick has been named starting QB for the Eagles this Sunday against the Jaguars. But if Kevin Kolb is healthy, should he get the nod over Michael Vick? Let's check the numbers.
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