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NFL: N.Y. TIMES COVERAGE

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1. For Giants Co-Owner John Mara, a Wild Ride

John Mara, the Giants’ co-owner, weathered the N.F.L. lockout along with his team’s ups and downs, including calls to fire his coach, and was rewarded with a trip to the Super Bowl.

2. The Fifth Down: Bucs Hire Rutgers's Schiano as Coach

Tampa Bay has announced it has hired Greg Schiano, who had lifted Rutgers from the dregs of college football into a perennial contender in the Big East,

3. Giants Focus on Super Bowl Plans for Their Families

When the Giants assembled Tuesday, they divvied up their allotment of tickets and dealt with all the logistics that demanded attention before they could concentrate on the Patriots.

4. Rob Gronkowski Misses Practice for Patriots

Tight end Rob Gronkowski did not practice Thursday, the only player missing from the team’s first official workout since Sunday’s victory over the Ravens.

5. Sports of The Times: Video: Football, Just Pure Football

With two classic championship games, one played in mud and rain, much of the bad taste from the N.F.L.'s lockout was washed away.

6. On Religion: Cultural Conflicts, Playing Out on the Football Field

The attention to Tim Tebow’s on-field displays of religiosity is the latest example of the way the sport reflects the culture in this country.

7. For Peyton and Eli Manning, Family Dynamics Are a Boost

Eli and Peyton Manning, elite quarterbacks born less than five years apart, act close and loving and are barely competitive, bucking the conventional wisdom of birth order.

8. N.F.L. Roundup: Colts Choose Ravens’ Pagano as Coach

The addition of Chuck Pagano, who replaces Jim Caldwell, is the latest part of the overhaul by Indianapolis this off-season.

9. On a Futures Bet, Las Vegas Loses if the Giants Win

To the oddsmakers’ dismay, bets on the Giants at long odds when they were struggling are one game from paying off big.

10. Peyton Manning, Fan, Analyst and His Brother’s Defender

His own season derailed by injury, Peyton Manning has been watching his brother Eli’s run to the Super Bowl intently.

11. AP Source: Browns Hire Childress as OC

A person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Browns have hired former Minnesota coach Brad Childress as their new offensive coordinator.

12. Giants Spent Years Perfecting Winning Formula

The New York Giants are one win away from becoming the only National Football League (NFL) team with four Super Bowl wins in the last 25 years, a stunning turnaround for a franchise that always seemed to come up short in its early years.

13. Buccaneers Introduce Rutgers' Schiano as New Coach

Greg Schiano relishes the challenge of trying to turn around the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

14. Pats' Gronkowski Absent From Practice for 2nd Day

Rob Gronkowski is absent from the New England Patriots' practice for the second straight day with an injured left ankle.

15. Colts Owner Wishes Manning Kept Comments In-House

The NFL's most watched offseason drama has turned stunningly ugly.

16. Giants Get Pep Talk at First Super Bowl Practice

The New York Giants began serious preparations for their hotly-anticipated Super Bowl matchup against the New England Patriots with a simple message to the players on Thursday.

17. Colts Owner Wishes Manning Kept Comments In-House

The Indianapolis Colts are a long, long way from being healed.

18. Bucs Name Rutgers' Schiano as Head Coach

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers named Greg Schiano as their new head coach on Thursday, hoping the former U.S. college football coach can turn around a National Football League (NFL) team that has not made the playoffs in four seasons.

19. Gronkowski Sits Out Patriots Practice With Sore Ankle

New England Patriots Pro Bowl tight end Rob Gronkowski missed the team's first official practice for next week's Super Bowl with an injured left ankle, the National Football League (NFL) team said on Thursday.

20. Pagano Eager to Start Rebuilding the Colts

Colts owner Jim Irsay expects Chuck Pagano to bring more than tough talk to Indianapolis.

21. Eli Takes Giant Step Out of Brother Peyton's Shadow

Eli Manning has played quarterback in the considerable shadow of big brother and future Hall of Famer Peyton Manning, but next week he could surpass him in the most important statistical category - Super Bowl titles.

22. Gronkowski Misses Practice With Ankle Injury

The Super Bowl ankle jinx has struck the New England Patriots again.

23. The Fifth Down: With His Ring, Weatherford Says, It's All About 'Comfort'

Steve Weatherford, the punter for the New York Giants, plays with his wedding ring on because, he says, he would feel "strange" without it.

24. The Fifth Down: Peyton Manning and Super Bowl XLVI: Answers to Readers’ Questions

Judy Battista, who covers the N.F.L. for The Times, answered questions from readers about Manning’s future and the Super Bowl matchup between the Giants and the Patriots.

25. Leading Off: The Circus Starts Early in Indianapolis

Irsay launches hissing war with Manning in Indianapolis while the Buccaneers confuse everyone by hiring Greg Schiano from Rutgers.

26. The Fifth Down: Eli and the Tebow Effect

People seem to be assigning powers to Eli that he just doesn't have, as with another quarterback that was in the news this past season.

27. Tv Sports: Namath Looks Back, With a Smile

The documentary “Namath: Beaver Falls to Broadway” features excerpts from 15 hours of conversations between Joe Namath and producers from HBO Sports and NFL Films.

28. Practical Traveler: Skipping the Super Bowl?

Missing the big game means having restaurants (and more) all to yourself.

29. Photo Replay: A.F.C. Championship Game

The New England Patriots beat the Baltimore Ravens, 23-20, to earn a Super Bowl berth.

30. The Remarkable Path of a Football Star

A look at the background of the star 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis, who was raised by a struggling single father and than a foster father in western Tennessee.

31. Bucs Hire Rutgers' Greg Schiano as New Coach

The Buccaneers are counting on Greg Schiano to lead them back to respectability and transform Tampa Bay into consistent winners — much in the same way he made Rutgers matter again.

32. Rookies Newton, Dalton Ready to Shine in Hawaii

From the panorama of the Pacific outside his hotel window to watching NFC teammates Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees throw the ball, Cam Newton can't help but stare and be inspired by all the perfect views in paradise.

33. Pro Bowlers Want Game to Stay in Hawaii

Many NFL stars are hoping that when it comes to the Pro Bowl in Hawaii, aloha doesn't mean goodbye.

34. Patriots Wandered Many Roads to Find Path to Glory

The New England Patriots will head to the Super Bowl as the most successful NFL team of the past decade but the proud franchise began life flitting from home to home in a city that was at first a tough place for a professional football organization.

NFL: CBS SPORTS COVERAGE

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1. Giants ride 'catalyst' Umenyiora to Super Bowl, but future uncertain

Osi Umenyiora squawked about his contract in the summer, but hasn't let it hurt his play. The key to New York's defense even as a part-time player, Umenyiora and the Giants are in for an awkward offseason, Clark Judge says.

2. After Further Review: Moving Grant around helped Giants rattle Brady

Deon Grant here. Deon Grant there. Pete Prisco says the Giants placed the veteran safety almost everywhere against New England in Week 9 and his pass rushing and superior coverage helped to confound Tom Brady.

3. Schiano certainly has a lot to offer -- but not to the Buccaneers

Greg Schiano has done a nice job at Rutgers, seems like a good guy, probably is kind to grandmothers and small animals. But Mike Freeman says he's also a terrible choice by the Tampa Bay Bucs to be their next head coach.

4. Goodell tells '60 Minutes' recession has helped NFL's TV ratings

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says during an interview with '60 Minutes' that will air Sunday on CBS that the recession has helped build TV audiences for NFL games.

5. Pats' Gronkowski doesn't practice; dad says injury is high ankle sprain

Rob Gronkowski was absent from New England Patriots practice Friday for the second straight day with an injured left ankle.

6. Raiders announce Allen as head coach, to make introduction Monday

The Oakland Raiders on Friday announced the hiring of new coach Dennis Allen, who will be formally introduced Monday.

7. Colts architect Polian to host satellite radio shows during Super Bowl week

Former Indianapolis Colts president Bill Polian is joining SiriusXM radio as a regular host.

8. Colts owner Irsay not happy with Manning's out-of-school comments

Jim Irsay expects Peyton Manning to keep his complaints to himself. Or at least within the confines of the Colts' team complex.

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NFL: FOOTBALL FANTASY NEWS

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1. Playoff Extra: Silver lining for Rice, Gore

The upside for Frank Gore and Ray Rice after missing out on a chance to play in Super Bowl XLVI? As Jamey Eisenberg writes, they both now avoid the post-Super Bowl hangover that has impacted many running backs.

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3. Offseason Extra: Top 12 WRs for 2012

How did the Top 12 receivers prior to 2011 wind up at season's end? Our Jamey Eisenberg explores the volatile position and lays out his initial Top 12 for 2012.

4. Offseason Extra: Top 12 RBs for 2012

Some tough decisions will greet Fantasy owners on Draft Day in 2012 -- with many of those involving runnings backs. Our Jamey Eisenberg breaks down his top 12 running backs for the upcoming season.

5. Playoff Extra: Tight ends show their strength

Tight ends stole the show in the divisional round of the playoffs. Our Jamey Eisenberg takes a look at the future and where tight ends might fly off the draft board in 2012.

6. Offseason Extra: A letter from the future

It's never too early to look ahead, especially if you are a competitive Fantasy owner. Our Dave Richard takes a glimpse into the future and shares some things he sees taking place.

7. Offseason Extra: Our first mock draft of 2012

Will a lot happen between now and August? Sure. But that doesn't mean a mock draft in January doesn't have value. We wrapped up our first mock draft of 2012 in advance of the Divisional Round.

8. Offseason Extra: Top 12 QBs for 2012

Who does Jamey Eisenberg consider a starting Fantasy quarterback in 2012? He shares his initial Top 12 signal callers for Draft Day.

9. Playoff Extra: What Wild Card Weekend means

Whose Fantasy stock is on the rise after the events of Wild Card Weekend? Our Jamey Eisenberg shares his thoughts from the weekend and shares his Divisional Round Playoff Challenge lineup.

10. Offseason Extra: A first-round look at 2012

Never too early to speculate on what a first round might look like in a 2012 Fantasy Football draft. Our Jamey Eisenberg shares how he thinks the first 12 picks might play out next summer.

11. Offseason Extra: Free agents on the move

Who's on the move via free agency this offseason? Our Dave Richard surveys the landscape and speculates on some landing spots and the Fantasy implications.

12. 2011-12 Playoff Challenge Player Values

Still looking to play a little Fantasy this playoff season? Our Dave Richard runs through the player values in our Playoff Challenge game.

13. Playoff Extra: Up for a challenge?

Another way to enjoy the NFL postseason -- and keep your Fantasy fix going -- is the Playoff Challenge at CBSSports.com. Our Jamey Eisenberg unveils his team and explains how you can play against him.

14. Full Disclosure: Our highs and lows from 2011

How did we do from a predictive standpoint in 2011? Our Jamey Eisenberg reviews his starts and sits from this past season in his final Full Disclosure.

15. Dave Richard chat replay (1/1)

One more Sunday for Fantasy owners to navigate. Our Dave Richard stops by for his final chat of the season starting Sunday at 11 a.m. ET.

16. Into the Deep for Week 17

Struggling to fill out a competitive lineup in Week 17? Our Jamey Eisenberg runs through some sleepers for owners in deep Fantasy leagues.

17. Week 17 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em

Toby Gerhart's value is on the rise with Adrian Peterson's injury, starting in Week 17. Our Jamey Eisenberg shares his top recommendations for the season's final week in his Start 'Em and Sit 'Em.

18. Nathan Zegura chat replay (12/30)

Are you still playing for something in Week 17? our Nathan Zegura stops by to answer your questions in his LIVE chat, starting at 1 p.m. ET.

19. Week 17 Fantasy Football Matchups

Could Ryan Fitzpatrick be a savior in Week 17? Our Dave Richard breaks down his chances against the Patriots and gets into all of the action in the league's final week of regular-season action.

20. Starting Points for Week 17

Ryan Fitzpatrick has been a second-half disappointment, but he could redeem himself with a bang in Week 17. Our Nathan Zegura shares his top starts and sits in his latest edition of Starting Points.

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22. Fantasy & Reality: Who's in and who's out?

Which teams will rest their starters in Week 17? Our Dave Richard breaks down all of the different playoff scenarios ahead this weekend and who might not go for 60 minutes in his Fantasy & Reality.

23. Waiver Wire: The best of the best in 2011

Who were some of the top waiver wire additions in 2011? Who should you target in advance of Week 17 if you are still playing for something? Jamey Eisenberg addresses both in his Playing the Waiver Wire.

24. Full Disclosure: Who came though for you?

Who helped carry you to a Fantasy title in Week 16? Our Jamey Eisenberg shares some of his top recommendations from this past weekend in his latest edition of Full Disclosure.

25. Four Quarters: Fantasy lesson learned

Marshawn Lynch taught some Fantasy owners a valuable lesson in Week 16 while a couple of untimely injuries cost those vying for a championship. Our Michael Hurcomb breaks down Week 16 in his Four Quarters.

26. Jamey Eisenberg chat replay (12/24)

What questions do you have as Week 16 continues? Our Jamey Eisenberg stops by to get your Christmas Eve started on the right foot in his LIVE chat, starting at 11 a.m. ET.

27. Week 16 Fantasy Football Matchups

The 49ers take their flawless run defense record to Seattle to face Marshawn Lynch and his 10-game touchdown streak. Our Dave Richard says it's OK to start Lynch and breaks down all of the Week 16 Fantasy Football Matchups.

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NFL: NFL PLAYER UPDATES

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1. Cameron remains Ravens offensive coordinator

The Ravens announced that Cam Cameron will stay on as the team's offensive coordinator following their loss in the AFC title game. Cameron has been the team's OC and playcaller since 2008 and has been the only coordinator to work with QB Joe Flacco. The Ravens have gone 44-20 over that time and have been to playoffs every season.

2. Gronk's dad: Son has high ankle sprain

Rob Gronkowski is absent from the Patriots' practice for the second straight day with an injured left ankle. A report on the specifics of the injury comes from WIVB-TV in Buffalo, who reported that his father, Gordy Gronkowski, said he has a high ankle sprain but expects him to be fine for the Super Bowl against the Giants. Gronkowski, whose 17 touchdown catches set an NFL single-season record for tight ends, was injured late in the third quarter of Sunday's 23-20 AFC championship victory over the Baltimore Ravens.

3. Wake a potential Fantasy DL?

The Palm Beach Post reports that the Dolphins plan on moving to a 4-3 scheme in 2012. That means Cameron Wake would no longer be a 3-4 linebacker and would move to a defensive end. Wake entered the league as an end but moved to LB when the Dolphins moved to a 3-4 scheme.

4. Tice promises to lean on Cutler

When the Bears promoted Mike Tice to offensive coordinator, many felt it would keep the team in a run-first mentality. But Tice says that's not the case as he told the Chicago Tribune that he plans to fit the offense into the scheme, not the other way around, which was a problem with ex-coordinator Mike Martz's system. Tice admits he'll run plenty, but he wants to cater to the strength of the unit, and that's Jay Cutler's arm. "[He] can make all the throws," Tice said. " ... Right now, we have a great understanding of what our philosophy is going to be. And, all of the stuff that we are going to do, he has done. So that is a good thing."

5. Rice has surgery on both shoulders

According to 1500ESPN.com, Seahawks WR Sidney Rice had surgery on both his shoulders after the season ended. He was expected to have surgery to repair a torn labrum in one of his shoulders. Rice played in nine games last year, battling through this injury, before a concussion ended his season.

6. Posluszny has shoulder surgery

The Florida Times-Union reports that after suffering a very painful injury in the Jaguars final game of the season, LB Paul Posluszny had surgery to repair a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder. He is expected to be out until training camp. He suffered the injury in the first half against the Colts and staggered off the field after it. Posluszny said it was one of his most painful injuries, but "none of them are good."

7. Hampton to have knee surgery

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Steelers NT Casey Hampton said he will have surgery Friday to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, an injury he sustained in the season-ending playoff loss in Denver. It will be the third time Hampton has had ACL surgery, two of which came during his Steelers career. It is the second time he has had the surgery on his left knee.

8. Jones likely behind Murray

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said on NFL Network that he was impressed with RB DeMarco Murray during his rookie season. “We knew he could be physical. We did not know he could run between the tackles,” Jones said. “We didn’t see that a lot. But we knew he had the speed, could block, protect, and knew that he could really catch the ball.” The Cowboys drafted Murray in the third round last year, and he wound up as the team’s leading rusher despite missing most of training camp with a hamstring injury and then missing the final three games because of a broken ankle. Jones said Murray’s power separates him from Felix Jones. “He’s just harder to bring down than Felix,” Jones said. “Felix has the quickness, the vision and can get outside. But Murray did bring that dimension of power, and there’s probably not five pounds’ worth of difference between the two. But he finishes. He’s just so powerful into the finish. And there’s no question that he really gave us a lift last year.”

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11. V-Jack wants to stay with Bolts

WR Vincent Jackson told NFL.com that he'd like to stay with the Chargers. A free agent this offseason for the third consecutive year, Jackson says he doesn't want to get tagged and be forced into a one-year deal (albeit for roughly $13 million). The Chargers have reportedly been interested in giving him a longer deal and might not franchise him. Jackson says there haven't been any talks but that there's still time. "There hasn’t been any communication as far as contracts go," Jackson said. " ... I would like to stay in San Diego. Obviously, that's my home, that's where I was drafted. I've got some good guys around me -– Philip Rivers, (Antonio) Gates, Ryan Mathews. It would be a great place for me to stay, so we'll see if that works out."

12. Hoke retires from football

Pittsburgh nose tackle Chris Hoke announced his retirement Wednesday. He was placed on IR last season and had to undergo season-ending neck surgery on Dec. 14. He played in six games in 2011, starting twice while recording three tackles.

13. Could the Raiders deal DMC?

The Contra Costa Times referred to Raiders RB Darren McFadden as their "best bargaining chip" this offseason and could consider moving him for the right price. The paper also speculated that it's "better than even money" that the Raiders will use the franchise tag on RB Michael Bush this offseason, fueling the idea that he could have a bigger role in the offense in 2012. McFadden rushed for 614 yards and caught 19 passes for 154 yards with five total touchdowns in seven starts last season but was sidelined for the season with a Lisfranc sprain in his foot.

14. Jackson excited for Fisher

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Rams RB Steven Jackson is excited for new coach Jeff Fisher because, as the story says, "Fisher likes to ground and pound" and "Jackson is a grounding, pounding running back." That should help Jackson heading into 2012. "I think he's the perfect coach for a guy who wants to win," Jackson said. "He brings running and an attitude to the way you play the game, all the things I believe in. And what makes this hire so exciting is that coach Fisher has been a head coach in this league. Not to take anything away from (former Rams coaches Steve) Spagnuolo or (Scott) Linehan, who were very good at what they did. They were very good play callers on offense and defense. But being a head coach brings on another element to the game and coach Fisher has that experience."

15. Raiders to franchise RB Bush?

The Contra Costa Times speculates that it's "better than even money" that the Raiders will use the franchise tag on RB Michael Bush this offseason. With teammate Darren McFadden banged up year after year, the Raiders might not be interested in letting Bush leave so easily, and the franchise tag would more than likely keep him in Oakland for at least one more season. Bush was great replacing McFadden as the starter when McFadden got hurt in 2011, totaling 740 rush yards, 307 receiving yards and five total touchdowns in nine starts. The expected guaranteed one-year salary for a franchised running back is $7.7 million.

16. Brees positive he'll stay with Saints

QB Drew Brees said he would be "beyond stunned" if he and the Saints were unable to reach an agreement on a contract extension during the offseason, agreeing with his head coach, Sean Payton, who echoed similar statements earlier in the week. According to The Sports Xchange, Brees also said he doesn't believe his next contract will prevent the Saints from re-signing some of the vital members of the team's record-setting offense. "My No. 1 priority, and it always has been this, is keeping our team together and making sure we have the right guys in the right positions to make a run at this for a long time," Brees said. " ... Put it this way: I'm not worried one bit about my contract or our ability to keep guys at key positions."

17. Peterson progressing for Vikes

According to ESPN.com, Minnesota RB Adrian Peterson hasn't begun jogging in the pool in his rehab process, but he is progressing. Peterson has been wearing a brace from his ankle to above his knee after getting off his crutches. He had surgery to repair his ACL and MCL earlier in the month. His goal is to be back in time for Week 1 of the 2012 season. "Anything I put my mind to I'm going to accomplish," he said. "I'm going to come back better than before."

18. Lewis not intending to retire

Baltimore LB Ray Lewis said he has no plans to retire following the Ravens' loss to New England in the AFC Championship game on Sunday. Lewis, 36, recorded 96 tackles and two sacks during his 16th NFL season. "Is this my last time as a Raven? Absolutely not," Lewis told the Carrol County Times on Sunday. "Let me answer that question before somebody asks me. Absolutely not. It's just too much, man."

19. Jenkins expected at training camp

Cowboys DB Mike Jenkins had surgery on his right shoulder two weeks ago and will need four to six months of recovery, according to the Dallas Morning News. Cowboys owner/general manager Jerry Jones said Jenkins should be ready for the start of training camp in late July. "I don't at this time have him down as a concern of what we want to defensively during the offseason," Jones said.

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NFL: SPORTS ILLUSTRATED NFL COVERAGE

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1. Report: Childress on track for Browns' OC post

2. NFP: Full NFL draft prospect rankings

3. Test Of Strength

While the Pats rode Tom Brady and an explosive offense to the Super Bowl, the Giants head to Indy with the NFL's hottest defense. Chris Burke analyzes who'll keep the upper hand.

4. Don Banks: Pre-Super Bowl mock draft

The battle to draft Heisman winner Robert Griffin III is likely to have the Rams' phones ringing on draft day. Don Banks predicts who'll have the best offer in his first mock draft.

5. Irsay upset with Manning's comments

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Colts owner Jim Irsay is upset Peyton Manning took his complaints public this week.

6. Bucs find a coach: Rutgers' Schiano

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are in talks with Rutgers' Greg Schiano to become the team's next coach, a person familiar with the negotiations says.

7. Source: Raiders finalize four-year deal with Allen

ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- The Oakland Raiders formally agreed Thursday on a four-year deal to make Denver defensive coordinator Dennis Allen their new head coach.

8. Gronkowski misses first practice with ankle injury

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Tight end Rob Gronkowski missed the team's first practice for the game Thursday with a left ankle injury. Four years earlier, quarterback Tom Brady skipped practice for a week before the game with an injured right ankle.

9. Alleged assault victim sues Raiders LB McClain

DECATUR, Ala. (AP) -- An Alabama man who was allegedly assaulted by Rolando McClain and another man has sued the Oakland Raiders linebacker alleging "brutal and prolonged assault and battery."

10. Nicks, Williams miss practice for Giants Thursday

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Wide receiver Hakeem Nicks and rookie linebacker Jacquian Williams were among seven New York Giants who missed the team's first practice for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots on Feb. 5.

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NFL: YAHOO SPORTS NFL COVERAGE

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1. Manning, Irsay say no hard feelings (AP)

Peyton Manning and Colts owner Jim Irsay insist they are just fine after a week filled with complaints and comments suggesting a rift had developed following one of the most miserable seasons in team history. "We would like to dispel any misperception that there might be any hard feelings between us," the two said Friday in a statement issued by the team.

2. Bucs introduce Schiano as new coach (AP)

Greg Schiano relishes the challenge of trying to turn around the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 45-year-old Schiano was formally introduced Friday as the ninth coach in franchise history, inheriting a team that allowed the most points in the NFL this season. "We're beginning a new chapter for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers," Bucs co-chairman Joel Glazer said, adding that they're...

3. Father: Gronkowski has high ankle sprain (AP)

Rob Gronkowski is absent from the New England Patriots' practice for the second straight day with an injured left ankle. WIVB-TV in Buffalo reported that his father, Gordy Gronkowski, said he has a high ankle sprain. Rob Gronkowski attended Williamsville North High School in the Buffalo area. The station said his father expects him to be fine for the Super Bowl against the New York Giants on...

4. Raiders confirm choice of Broncos' Allen (AP)

The Raiders formally announced Friday that former Denver defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will be Oakland's new head coach. New general manager Reggie McKenzie decided earlier this week to hire Allen to replace the fired Hue Jackson as head coach. The two sides finalized the details Thursday. Allen will be formally introduced Monday.

5. Ravens tab Pees to run 'D', keep Cameron (AP)

The Baltimore Ravens opted for continuity in their coaching staff, promoting from linebackers coach Dean Pees to replace defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano and retaining offensive coordinator Cam Cameron. Coach John Harbaugh also announced Friday that special-teams coordinator and assistant head coach Jerry Rosburg also will be back.

6. WR Nicks among Giants to miss practice (AP)

Wide receiver Hakeem Nicks and rookie linebacker Jacquian Williams were among seven New York Giants who missed the team's first practice for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots on Feb. 5. Nicks hurt his shoulder in the Giants' win over the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game.

7. Bears interview Licht again for GM job (AP)

New England Patriots director of pro personnel Jason Licht got a second interview Thursday for the Chicago Bears' general manager's job. Licht is one of two finalists. Kansas City director of college scouting Phil Emery is the other and is expected to have his second interview Friday as the Bears look for a replacement for Jerry Angelo, who was fired after an 8-8 season.

8. Brady's personal QB coach needs kidney (AP)

Tom Brady hopes that Tom Martinez, his personal quarterback coach, can soon find the kidney he needs for a transplant. Martinez lives in northern California and has been working with Brady since the New England Patriots quarterback was about 13. Brady has stayed in touch with Martinez and received guidance from him throughout his NFL career.

9. Eagles TE Celek uninjured in car crash (AP)

State police say Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek was a passenger in a car involved in an early-morning DUI crash. No one was hurt in Thursday morning's crash on a highway off-ramp near the team's stadium in South Philadelphia. Police say the car's driver was driving too fast when he spun out and hit a concrete barrier around 2:30 a.m.

10. Alleged assault victim sues LB McClain (AP)

An Alabama man who was allegedly assaulted by Rolando McClain and another man has sued the Oakland Raiders linebacker alleging "brutal and prolonged assault and battery." Christian Tapscott of Decatur filed suit Wednesday in Morgan County Circuit Court seeking unspecified punitive and compensatory damages from McClain and Jadarious Willingham.

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NFL: ESPN SPORTS NFL COVERAGE

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1. Manning, Irsay seek to 'dispel misperception'

Peyton Manning and Jim Irsay "had a long talk" Friday, coming to terms with comments made to the media this week, first by the Colts quarterback and then by the team's owner two days later.

2. Goodell: Recession has helped build fan base

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says the recession has helped build TV audiences for NFL games.

3. Report: Gronkowski has high ankle sprain

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski did not practice on Thursday

4. Source: Browns tap Childress as O-coordinator

The Browns have hired Brad Childress as their offensive coordinator, a league source told ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen on Friday.

5. Buccaneers introduce Schiano, cite 'new vision'

Greg Schiano relishes the challenge of trying to turn around the struggling Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

6. Raiders confirm hiring Allen as new head coach

The Raiders formally announced Friday that former Denver defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will be Oakland's new head coach.

7. Ravens promote Pees to defensive coordinator

The Baltimore Ravens promoted linebackers coach Dean Pees to defensive coordinator on Friday, filling the void created when Chuck Pagano departed to become coach of the Indianapolis Colts.

8. Irsay: Pagano to bring 'toughness' to Colts

Colts owner Jim Irsay expects Chuck Pagano to bring more than tough talk to Indianapolis.

9. Chiefs' Emery has second interview with Bears

The Chicago Bears conducted the final interview in their search for a new general manager when they hosted Kansas City Chiefs director of college scouting Phil Emery for a second time on Friday.

10. Brady's promise to Kraft: I will play better in SB

In the locker room after the AFC Championship Game, Tom Brady told owner Robert Kraft: "I promise you I'm going to play a lot better in two weeks."

11. Eli: Giants preparing for new looks from Pats

As Eli Manning prepares for the Patriots in the Super Bowl rematch, the New York Giants quarterback is expecting the unexpected from Bill Belichick's defense.

12. Former Colts prez Polian to host SiriusXM show

Former Indianapolis Colts president Bill Polian is joining SiriusXM radio as a regular host.

13. Revis: Jets' locker-room discord ran 'real deep'

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis said Thursday the problems went "real deep." He suggested a clearing-the-air session when the team returns for the start of off-season training.

14. Eagles' Celek unhurt in crash; driver arrested

State police say Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek was a passenger in a car involved in an early morning DUI crash.

15. Nicks among Giants to sit first SB practice

Wide receiver Hakeem Nicks and rookie linebacker Jacquian Williams were among seven New York Giants who missed the team's first practice for the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots on Feb. 5.

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