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| McNabb to start against Atlanta |
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01/07/2003 |
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| Philadelphia, PA (MySportsbook) - Donovan McNabb was officially named as the starting quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles for Saturday night's divisional playoff game against the Atlanta Falcons at Veterans Stadium. McNabb suffered a fractured right fibula on November 17 and sat out the Eagles' final six regular season games. The Eagles won five of those six with, first, Koy Detmer, and then A.J. Feeley, at quarterback. Detmer replaced McNabb, but suffered a dislocated left elbow in his first start. Fee |
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| Saints Team Report: Getting a second chance |
NFL Football |
12/20/2002 |
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| nching a playoff berth last week, dropping a 32-31 home decision to Minnesota. The Saints have now lost three of their last five games overall. Luckily, New Orleans can still get into the playoffs this week with a win and either a New York Giants or Atlanta Falcons loss. The Saints could even back their way into the postseason with a tie and a Giants defeat. "You want to get in; everyone wants to get into the tournament," Saints head coach Jim Haslett said. "That is what it is all about. That is why you work a |
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| Favre, Vick, Brooks top list for NFC Pro Bowl roster |
NFL Football |
12/19/2002 |
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| New York, NY (MySportsbook) - Quarterbacks Brett Favre of the Green Bay Packers and Michael Vick of the Atlanta Falcons were among those selected to represent the NFC for the 2003 Pro Bowl, to be played February 2 at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu. The Philadelphia Eagles placed seven players in the Pro Bowl -- kicker David Akers, safety Brian Dawkins, defensive end Hugh Douglas, guard Jermane Mayberry, offensive tackle Tra Thomas, and cornerbacks Bobby Taylor and Troy Vincent. This is the third consecutive year |
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| Bulger aims to continue success as Rams face Seahawks |
NFL Football |
12/19/2002 |
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| does not normally make. He tried to make some throws where he should be checking them down. He needs to be a little bit more disciplined than he was at times in the second half. But other than that, he made some great plays." The Seahawks upset the Atlanta Falcons with a 30-24 overtime win last week. RB Shaun Alexander rushed for 127 yards on 28 carries and scored two touchdowns, including a game-winning 27-yard run in the extra session. QB Matt Hasselbeck chipped in, completing 22-of-31 passes for 298 yards |
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| Saints take second shot at playoff slot |
NFL Football |
12/19/2002 |
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| nching a playoff berth last week, dropping a 32-31 home decision to Minnesota. The Saints have now lost three of their last five games overall. Luckily, New Orleans can still get into the playoffs this week with a win and either a New York Giants or Atlanta Falcons loss. The Saints could even back their way into the postseason with a tie and a Giants defeat. "You want to get in; everyone wants to get into the tournament," Saints head coach Jim Haslett said. "That is what it is all about. That is why you work a |
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| Hasselbeck questionable for Sunday; George could start |
NFL Football |
12/11/2002 |
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| or 168 yards, with no touchdowns and three interceptions. The 12-year-veteran began his career with the Indianapolis Colts after being selected with the first overall pick in the 1990 draft. Following four years in Indianapolis, he was traded to the Atlanta Falcons for first- and third- round picks in the 1994 draft and a first-round selection in the 1996 draft. George was let go by Atlanta on October 22, 1996 after playing just three games that season. He was signed by the Oakland Raiders on February 15, 1997 |
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| Packers sign veteran running back |
NFL Football |
12/11/2002 |
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| Green Bay, WI (MySportsbook) - The Green Bay Packers re-signed free agent running back Moe Smith on Wednesday. Smith, 25, previously had signed with Green Bay on September 19. He was waived just six days later and re-signed with the Falcons on October 22nd. Atlanta released Smith on November 22nd. Playing in his third season, Smith was the Atlanta Falcons' leading rusher in 2001, gaining 760 yards to go along with five touchdowns. He was originally signed by Atlanta as a rookie free agent on April 28, 2000. |
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| Seahawks Team Report: Hasselbeck shows promise |
NFL Football |
12/06/2002 |
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| n my opinion, he has played his best football. He's catching the ball very very well. He's running more north and south, which is something I've asked him to do. He's practicing hard, and we seem to be giving him a little more room, too. We're blocking better." If last week was any indication, Hasselbeck could be in trouble. The Eagles sacked Rams quarterback Kurt Warner eight times last week, and now lead the NFL in sacks with 42 on the year. COMING UP: The Seahawks will visit the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. |
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| Vick returns to practice after bout with flu |
NFL Football |
12/05/2002 |
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| Flowery Branch, GA (MySportsbook) - Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick returned to practice Thursday after missing Wednesday's workout because of the flu. He was also taken off the team's injury report and is expected to start Sunday's game against Tampa Bay. "It was kind of a 48-hour thing," Vick said. "I had it on Monday and Tuesday and feel a lot better today." Vick, who was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's game, is coming Vick, who was initially listed as questionable for Sunday's gam |
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| Vick misses practice with the flu; listed as questionable |
NFL Football |
12/04/2002 |
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| Flowery Branch, GA (MySportsbook) - Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick missed practice Wednesday with flu symptoms and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay. "I feel bad for coming down with the flu," said Vick. "I am going to get some treatment and get some rest. I'm trying to eat a little bit, but other than that I am just trying to get rid of it." Vick is coming off a monster performance in last Sunday's 30-24 overtime victory against Minnesota that garnered him NFC Player of the |
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