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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Tim Tebow Super Bowl ad: an astonishingly bold stand
The Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback says he stands up for what he believes. Even so, the Tim Tebow Super Bowl ad against abortion threatens to politicize 'Super Sunday' and turn some fans and NFL coaches against him.
01/27/2010 08:03 pm -
Aid after Haiti earthquake: Faster, but will it be bigger?
Americans gave more aid to Haiti in the first four days than for any other disaster, including hurricane Katrina.
01/26/2010 01:50 pm -
Jets vs. Colts: Rex Ryan's crusade against pretty-boy football
In the Jets vs. Colts AFC championship game Sunday, the New York Jets and Head Coach Rex Ryan will be trying to prove that smashmouth football can still succeed in today's NFL.
01/24/2010 12:32 pm -
In Pictures Cross-country skiing
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Global News Blog Haiti earthquake: NFL, NBA show solidarity
To promote Haiti earthquake relief efforts, CBS and FOX will air a 30-second NFL public-service announcement during the AFC and NFC divisional playoff games this weekend.
01/15/2010 10:26 am -
Into the Story
From Bill Clinton to Vince Lombardi, a collection of the best from journalist David Maraniss.
01/13/2010 09:14 am -
Is bowl swag ethical for schools in final BCS standings?
A spot in the final BCS standings means a post-season bowl game – and buckets of free stuff after a season in which players are told to avoid "free."
01/08/2010 12:44 pm -
Photos of the Day Photos of the Day 01/06
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Decoder Wire Which president was the best football player?
Five modern US chief executives played football in college. Which president ranks as the greatest football player?
01/04/2010 11:56 am -
Wes Welker injury a reminder of why the Colts tanked
Wes Welker injury could significantly impair a New England Patriots team already thin at receiver. It is what the Indianapolis Colts were trying to avoid by pulling starters against the New York Jets last week.
01/03/2010 06:19 pm -
Vinny Cerrato out, Bruce Allen in. What financial havoc did Cerrato wreck?
During his nearly decade-long tenure, Vinny Cerrato presided over some good draft picks and signings – but his legacy is a stream of overpayed and underperforming duds.
12/17/2009 01:27 pm -
Walter Rodgers Oprah's rise, and the fall of network news
In their hunt for ratings and revenue, TV news executives have replaced trusted journalists with sparkling personalities and incendiary demagogues.
12/10/2009 12:00 am -
The New Economy Tiger Woods transgression: Can he recover his pitchman status?
After Tiger's "transgression," his economic rebound will depend on whether he follows Kobe Bryant — or Barry Bonds.
12/02/2009 12:00 am -
New tale of Detroit's woe: Pontiac Silverdome sold for $583,000
Pontiac, Mich., sold the 80,300-seat Silverdome for $583,000 Wednesday. The former home of the Detroit Lions cost $55.7 million to build in 1975.
11/18/2009 12:00 am -
Colts vs Patriots 2009: Pass the smelling salts - to Belichick, too
Over an eight-year rivalry, Colts vs Patriots 2009 is the most outlandish. Credit a moment of madness by Belichick.
11/16/2009 12:00 am -
Colts vs. Patriots: a reality check for Peyton Manning
Peyton Manning has lead the Indianapolis Colts to their undefeated start. But the latest installment of the Rivalry of the Decade against the New England Patriots presents him with a huge challenge.
11/15/2009 12:00 am -
Horizons Twitter slur lands Larry Johnson in hot water
Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson faces suspension after he used a homophobic slur on his Twitter account.
10/28/2009 01:00 am -
The Vote Bush as motivational speaker: He's no Terry Bradshaw
Former President George W. Bush got high marks as a Get Motivated! speaker from a Dallas audience. But they said Terry Bradshaw was funnier.
10/27/2009 01:00 am -
NFL's Europe expansion? Maybe in 10 years. Maybe never.
In most countries, 'football' means kicking that round thing around. But it would be fun for the 'Patriots' to show Brits what a former colony can do.
10/24/2009 01:00 am -
Horizons Droid details, photos leaked by Motorola
A slip-up at Motorola HQ temporarily gave tech fiends a glimpse of the Droid phone, which Verizon is touting as an iPhone killer.
10/23/2009 01:00 am -
Jeff Fisher Peyton Manning jersey stunt an act of desperation
Being 0-6 and losing 59-0 Sunday means that for proud Titans coach Jeff Fisher, Peyton Manning's jersey was one way to 'feel like a winner.'
10/21/2009 01:00 am -
Horizons iDroid commercial draws bead on Apple
The Verizon Droid phone will be rolled out later this month. In the meantime, a new line of 'iDon't' commercials target the Apple iPhone.
10/19/2009 01:00 am -
Is this the year - at last - for the New York Yankees?
It's been nine years since the Yankees' last World Series title – an eternity for New York. But the Yanks are well positioned to make amends, starting Wednesday against the Minnesota Twins.
10/08/2009 01:00 am -
The New Economy What happens to Rams if Rush Limbaugh buys in? Top 10 celebrity owner misfires.
Rush Limbaugh wants to buy into the NFL's St. Louis Rams, but the record of celebrity sports owners is generally poor.
10/07/2009 01:00 am -
Where Men Win Glory
An exploration of the life and death of football star and US Army enlistee Pat Tillman.
10/07/2009 01:00 am
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