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Peyton Manning: Where does he rank among the best NFL quarterbacks?

Where does Peyton Manning rank when it comes to the NFL's Top 5 best quarterbacks?
The Monitor's 2012 Pro Football Hall of Fame picks

The Christian Science Monitor has taken a hard look at the 17 nominees for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and picked seven men who would get our vote.
AFC Championship Game: Quiz time for Baltimore football fans

What do you really know about Baltimore’s pro football history, which first saw the Colts occupy the city, followed by the Ravens? Find out by taking this 10-question quiz in the lead-up to Sunday’s AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots.
Tom Brady, MVP again: 12 questions about No. 12

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is named the National Football League's MVP for the second time in his 11-year career.
Top 10 You-can’t-write-this-stuff moments from the NFL season

From mind-blowing plays to 8 head coaches given the axe to Randy Moss wearing out his welcome with two teams inside a month, the 2010 NFL season was full of unexpected moments. Here is our top ten.

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'Expatriotism': the last refuge of a scoundrel?

Two senators going after Facebook cofounder Eduardo Saverin for taxes seem to need a little help with their spelling.
Seau's death a shock, friends say

Friends and former team-mates say they never would have expected the player's suicide.
Junior Seau remembered as fierce NFL competitor

The former Charger, Dolphin and Patriot linebacker died at his California home on Wednesday.
NFL commissioner Goodell upholds Saints suspensions

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced Monday that appeals of the suspensions handed down to Saints head coach Sean Payton, general manger Mickey Loomis, and assistant head coach Joe Vitt have been rejected.
Mark Sanchez and Tim Tebow: A match made in heaven?

Mark Sanchez will be the New York Jets starter, but Tim Tebow could make the offense more dynamic as a situational player. Or the whole thing could blow up in the Jets' face.
Tim Tebow: Where does he go now? Four teams that might fit.

Tim Tebow is surely gone now that Peyton Manning has chosen to join the Denver Broncos. The question now is whether any team wants to adapt itself to the Tim Tebow style.
Peyton Manning: Where does he rank among the best NFL quarterbacks?

Where does Peyton Manning rank when it comes to the NFL's Top 5 best quarterbacks?
NFL bounty payments involved four teams, say media reports

NFL bounty payments were made by the Washington Redskins, Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans, and New Orleans Saints, according to news reports. Expect legal action, as well as fines, say analysts.
Now that the Super Bowl's over, a letter to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell

A veteran Monitor observer of the sports scene offers his two cents worth on the NFL's ultimate contest in a missive to the commissioner.
What did Clint Eastwood say about Chrysler bailout?

Before Clint Eastwood did the Chrysler Super Bowl commercial, the libertarian actor criticized the Chrysler bailout.
Ricky Williams calls it quits - seriously this time

Ricky Williams says he is is retiring from the NFL again, but this time it looks like it's the real deal.
Who were Super Bowl's big financial winners? Not the players.

Eli Manning may receive a bonus for taking the team to the Super Bowl and winning the MVP award. But other players aren’t likely to see much extra money.
Coaching contrasts of Super Bowl 2012: the 'hoodie' vs. the 'colonel'

No matter the outcome of Sunday's Super Bowl XLVI, it's the contrasting coaching styles of New England Patriots' Bill Belichick and New York Giants' Tom Coughlin that mean more for NFL's future.
Super Bowl ads? Try this: Tom vs. Eli as pitchman (video)

Forget Super Bowl ads. Which Super Bowl quarterback is better at pitching products?
Pro Football Hall of Fame: How are players nominated?

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will announce its 2012 class on Saturday, the day before Super Bowl XLVI. We take a look at the nomination process.
The Monitor's 2012 Pro Football Hall of Fame picks

The Christian Science Monitor has taken a hard look at the 17 nominees for enshrinement into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and picked seven men who would get our vote.
Super Bowl XLVI: Patriots and Giants cap off clamorous NFL campaign

The biggest game in the 2011 NFL season almost didn't happen, due to a players lockout by owners over the summer. Now, it's time to crown a champion.
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Super Bowl puts spotlight on philanthropist's life

Myra Kraft's good works inspire Patriots football players and the New England region.
Sweetness: The Enigmatic Life of Walter Payton

A thoroughly researched, frank, and deeply engaging biography by Jeff Pearlman sheds new light on the player who was the heart and soul of the Chicago Bears.
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Super Bowl mini pizza appetizers

A quick no-fuss appetizer to help you cheer on the Super Bowl.
Biggest Super Bowl shocker: a tight end could determine who wins

In 50 years, the position of tight end has been revolutionized – to the point that the health of Rob Gronkowski could be central to the New England Patriots' chances to win the Super Bowl.
Super Bowl XLVI: Patriots' Waters finally reaches NFL's biggest stage

After toiling in the trenches for 12 seasons, New England Patriots offensive lineman Brian Waters has finally made it to Super Sunday.
Peyton Manning cleared to play, but will he play for Colts?

Peyton Manning: The Indianapolis Colts' star quarterback was given clearance to play by his surgeon. But Colts owner Jim Irsay tweeted Peyton Manning hasn't been cleared by the team doctor.
Tom Brady: His wife calls on Higher Authority for Super Bowl XLVI

Tom Brady's wife, Gisele Bundchen, reportedly has asked friends and family to pray for Tom Brady and the Patriots Sunday in Super Bowl XLVI.
Super Bowl XLVI: 20 pregame facts

Super Bowl XLVI features the New England Patriots(15-3) versus the New York Giants(12-7) on Sunday in Indianapolis.