NASCAR suspends driver for failed drug test (AP) CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP)—NASCAR has suspended Truck Series driver Jack C. Smith for violating the substance abuse policy. The suspension is indefinite. NASCAR announced the discipline Tuesday. Smith made six starts this season with a best finish of 11th at Atlanta. His last race was at Texas, where [...]
Giants LB Boley doubtful against Eagles (AP) EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)—The injury bug that has afflicted the NFC East-leading Giants’ defense since training camp will force yet another adjustment for Sunday night’s divisional clash with the Eagles. Linebacker Michael Boley(notes), who wears the headset helmet that connects him with defensive coordinator Perry Fewell, is doubtful [...]
Jets and Pats avoiding trash talk this time FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — It would be hard to tell that the New York Jets host the New England Patriots on Sunday night in a crucial divisional battle. Unlike years past, there was no “I hate the Jets” proclamation from Tom Brady(notes), no foot references from Wes [...]
At least the Chargers still have the support of Mario Lopez I can forgive the San Diego Chargers for a lot of things. Letting Michael Bush(notes) run all over them. Inexplicably not trying to catch touchdown passes. But when they start toying with the emotions of Mario Lopez, that is where I draw the line. [...]
TD with :08 left gets Ravens by Steelers (AP) PITTSBURGH (AP)—Torrey Smith(notes) wasn’t going to let the game-winning touchdown slip through his hands twice. Five plays after a sure scoring strike tipped off his fingers, the Baltimore rookie receiver held onto a 26-yard touchdown pass from Joe Flacco(notes) with 8 seconds remaining to lift the [...]
