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NFL and Head Trauma: A Need for Brainstorming

Andrew Brandt | Posted 11.19.2009 | Sports


Andrew Brandt

The media needs to stop glamorizing the violent aspects of the NFL game. As this week's headlines on head trauma suggest, this is bigger than football.

NFL 2009 Week 10 Recap

Elizabeth Engel | Posted 11.18.2009 | Sports


Elizabeth Engel

OK, I did call us to lose to the Chargers. But why do the Eagles have to torture me with almost comebacks?

Time for Brian Westbrook to Hang Them up

Eric Schmeltzer | Posted 11.17.2009 | Sports


Eric Schmeltzer

After his second game-ending concussion in three games, Brian Westbrook's career is at a crossroads. Even if he feels fine, the lasting effects of the concussions could haunt him for years.

The Craziest NFL Fans Of The Week (PHOTOS)

Posted 11.17.2009 | Sports


We've compiled some of the most ridiculous outfits worn to this weekend's NFL games. Who is the most intense? Check out the craziest NFL fans of the w...

Two Concussions in Three Weeks ... What Should NFL's Brian Westbrook Do Now?

Dr. Johnny Benjamin | Posted 11.16.2009 | Sports


Dr. Johnny Benjamin

In Brian Westbrook's first game back, his day was ended when he sustained another violent concussion. Now what does he do?

Chargers Vs. Eagles: San Diego Beats Philadelphia, 31-23

AP | BERNIE WILSON | Posted 11.15.2009 | Sports


SAN DIEGO — LaDainian Tomlinson isn't finished yet and neither is the AFC West race. Tomlinson scored twice to continue his climb up the career...

NFL 2009 Season Week 10 Picks

Elizabeth Engel | Posted 11.16.2009 | Sports


Elizabeth Engel

This is a tough one to call. We really need it. The Chargers really need it. We're both at 5-3, running second in our respective divisions and definit...

NFL: Captain Morgan Campaign Violates League Rules (PHOTO)

Posted 11.13.2009 | Sports


Did anyone notice Philadelphia tight end Brent Celek's celebration after scoring a touchdown against the Cowboys on Sunday night? The NFL sure did. Af...

Top NFL Matchups for Week 10

Khai Gordon | Posted 11.16.2009 | Sports


Khai Gordon

The Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints are still unbeaten and both teams have perfectly executed their mission so far this season, as their pla...

NFL Week 9 Recap: Sometimes You're the Windshield...

Elizabeth Engel | Posted 11.11.2009 | Sports


Elizabeth Engel

...sometimes you're the bug. Tough week for the Philadelphia Eagles, losing at home to the Dallas Cowboys.

Jon Runyan For Congress? Republicans Attempting To Recruit Former Eagles Tackle

AP | Posted 11.12.2009 | Sports


MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. — Former NFL player Jon Runyan says he's considering running for Congress. In a statement issued Wednesday by the Burlington...

Top NFL Matchups for Week 9

Khai Gordon | Posted 11.10.2009 | Sports


Khai Gordon

The drama heading into week 9 couldn't get any better. Good teams are riding losing disastrous losing streaks, perfect records are on the line in Ind...

The NYGMen Podcast: Week 8 - Eagles embarras Giants 40-17

Dan Weiner | Posted 11.12.2009 | New York


Dan Weiner

In the premiere episode of The NYGMen Podcast, we reel after an excruciating loss to the Eagles, ruminate over the Giants' hobbled secondary, and get psyched about rising star Hakeem Nicks.

For the New York Giants...Panic Button Activated

Khai Gordon | Posted 11.02.2009 | New York


Khai Gordon

The questions are mounting, the weeks are blowing by and nothing is being answered by this team. When will they step up and is it too late?

How Philadelphia Got Its Groove Back -- And Why N.Y. Is Jealous

Will Bunch | Posted 10.31.2009 | Entertainment


Will Bunch

New York became a black-hole-like force, sucking the energy from Philadelphia, stealing everything from our college grads to tourists. New York got Broadway, the UN, the World's Fair -- and baseball.

Still Elite? Cardinals 24 - Giants 17

Greg Hanlon | Posted 10.27.2009 | New York


Greg Hanlon

Eli Manning just had two bad games in a row: What if he goes in the other direction from "pretty good" to "average," and not the step forward to "excellent" that we're all banking on?

Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 10.27.2009 | New York


Len Berman

Commissioner Roger Goodell says the NFL is talking about a franchise in London. Maybe the league should concentrate less on Europe, and more on Los Angeles.

Top 5 Sports Stories

Len Berman | Posted 11.16.2009 | New York


Len Berman

For athletes like Serena Williams who have something to hide, or don't wish to communicate, clichés are the perfect crutch. By the way, I'm taking The Top 5 one day at a time.

All Hail the Felonious Ex-Con -- Michael Vick

Paul Mecurio | Posted 09.22.2009 | Comedy


Paul Mecurio

Vick has paid his debt to society. Yes, he practiced killing and torture and violated the code of conduct he was sworn to uphold. That doesn't make him a monster. That makes him Dick Cheney.

The Proprietor of the Bad Newz Kennels Returns

Roger I. Abrams | Posted 09.14.2009 | Entertainment


Roger I. Abrams

Fans find nothing objectionable in a bone-crushing clothesline tackle of a wide receiver cutting across the middle, but there is something about Vick's crime, just as Goodell suggests, that turns the stomach.

Vick Signing is About Winning: Drop the Sanctimony about Second Chances

Dan Brown | Posted 09.14.2009 | Media


Dan Brown

In what other profession besides pro sports would a person convicted of running a massive dogfighting ring be welcomed back to their old employer almost immediately upon release from prison?

Michael Vick: Tony Dungy Stands By Vick Getting Second Chance

AP | DAN GELSTON | Posted 09.14.2009 | Home


PHILADELPHIA — A remorseful Michael Vick wants a second chance and vowed to crusade for animal rights with the Philadelphia Eagles – and k...

Michael Vick: A Bird of Prey Once More

Abe Silk | Posted 09.14.2009 | Entertainment


Abe Silk

Vick has paid for his transgressions. He was once the highest paid athlete in the NFL, he had lucrative endorsement deals, real estate holdings, and business ventures, all of which are gone.

Michael Vick Press Conference: FULL VIDEO

Posted 09.14.2009 | Home


Michael Vick held a press conference, along with Tony Dungy, to discuss his return to the NFL with the Philadelphia eagles. Watch the press conferenc...

Would You Want Michael Vick as a Coworker?

Eve Tahmincioglu | Posted 09.14.2009 | Politics


Eve Tahmincioglu

We're not big on giving ex-cons an employment chance, unless they're Michael Vick or Martha Stewart. The others get their resumes thrown in the trash if a manager finds out they have a record.