Tuesday, November 22, 2016

Cutler's pregame speech sparks Bears' efforts and other top stories.

  • Cutler's pregame speech sparks Bears' efforts

    Cutler's pregame speech sparks Bears' efforts
    CHICAGO -- People have questioned Jay Cutler's leadership from virtually the moment he arrived in town.But Cutler, 33, played a large role in a 20-10 victory over the Minnesota Vikings in more ways than one Monday night.Chicago Bears receiver Alshon Jeffery revealed that Cutler delivered a pregame speech to the entire team that resonated throughout the locker room."He was talking about giving relentless effort," Jeffery said. "He said to give it everything you got and play for each other."Editor..
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  • Rookie Prescott lets Cowboys push Romo question down road

    Rookie Prescott lets Cowboys push Romo question down road
    AP 5:15 p.m. EDT October 31, 2016Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott points skyward after running the ball for a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 30, 2016, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)(Photo: The Associated Press)ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Dak Prescott will start against Cleveland after the rookie quarterback looked like Tony Romo in rallying Dallas past Philadelphia in the fourth quarter and over..
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  • Patriots trade Jamie Collins to Browns for draft pick

    Patriots trade Jamie Collins to Browns for draft pick
    The New England Patriots have traded linebacker Jamie Collins to the Cleveland Browns for a draft pick.The trade is for a third-round compensatory pick if the Browns are awarded one, a source told ESPN's Pat McManamon. If the Browns don't get that pick from the league, the trade is for a fourth-round pick, the source said.Editor's PicksThe Jamie Collins trade came from out of the blue, but it would seem to indicate he had fallen out of favor with coach Bill Belichick.The Browns believe they sent..
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  • Rudy Gobert, Jazz agree to extension before deadline

    Rudy Gobert, Jazz agree to extension before deadline
    Center Rudy Gobert and the Utah Jazz on Monday agreed on a four-year contract extension worth $102 million, according to league sources.The Jazz announced the move Monday but did not disclose terms. Gobert tweeted a picture of himself signing the paperwork with the caption "4 more years!"4 more years! #takenote https://t.co/fL3vaTV485 pic.twitter.com/129AhDxOCa— Rudy Gobert (@rudygobert27) October 31, 2016Finalizing the deal in advance of Monday's 11:59 p.m. ET deadline allowed the Jazz to avo..
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  • Andre Johnson will make the Hall of Fame -- eventually

    Andre Johnson will make the Hall of Fame -- eventually
    Andre Johnson might not have played for a consistent winner during his career, but he won most of his individual battles on the field.Editor's PicksAndre Johnson, 35, who saw his snap count dwindle from 34 to 25 to 11 the past three games, will still impact some Titans even after he's gone.Recent retirees Arian Foster and Andre Johnson are certainly both in the discussion. J.J. Watt also has a compelling case in less than six career seasons. Vote now!1 RelatedFor that reason, he should eventuall..
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  • Mets' Tebow hurt sliding in fall league game

    Mets' Tebow hurt sliding in fall league game
    New York Mets farmhand Tim Tebow departed an Arizona Fall League game Monday with an apparent right knee injury after an awkward fourth-inning slide as he attempted to steal second base.New Mets prospect Tim Tebow has been playing in the Arizona Fall League. Christian Petersen/Getty Images)The Mets said after the game that Tebow's injury is just minor irritation and he is day-to-day.Tebow had reached on a fielder's choice and then attempted to steal. He was thrown out after the slide and popped ..
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  • What we learned: Howard powers Bears past Vikings

    What we learned: Howard powers Bears past Vikings
    Rookie power back Jordan Howard exploded for 202 yards and a touchdown, leading the Chicago Bears to a 20-10 upset victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 8. Here's what we learned on Monday night: 1. Fantasy footballers have to be pulling their hair out trying to decipher Chicago's backfield. Outplayed by Ka'Deem Carey the previous two weeks, a glacial Jordan Howard appeared to have lost his stranglehold on feature-back duties. That scenario quickly shifted when Howard broke an arm tackl..
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