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Falcons' Baker has successful back surgery 
Atlanta Falcons rookie left tackle Sam Baker underwent successful back surgery on Thursday. "I'm happy to have the procedure behind me," Baker said in statement released by the team. "I look forward to getting back on the field with my teammates as soon as possible." The Falcons released no details on the procedure and have not announced a timetable for Baker's return.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 08:06:01
Atlanta Falcons rookie left tackle Sam Baker underwent successful back surgery on Thursday. "I'm happy to have the procedure behind me," Baker said in statement released by the team. "I look forward to getting back on the field with my teammates as soon as possible." The Falcons released no details on the procedure and have not announced a timetable for Baker's return.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 08:06:01
Hawaii, NFL in Pro Bowl discussions
Hawaii tourism officials say they are in negotiations to extend the state's contract to host the Pro Bowl. The state's five-year contract, which pays the NFL about $4 million a game, expires with the 2009 Pro Bowl. Lloyd Unebasami, interim head of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, confirmed the negotiations but declined further comment Thursday. There had been speculation the game could be moved to another host city.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 07:06:09
Hawaii tourism officials say they are in negotiations to extend the state's contract to host the Pro Bowl. The state's five-year contract, which pays the NFL about $4 million a game, expires with the 2009 Pro Bowl. Lloyd Unebasami, interim head of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, confirmed the negotiations but declined further comment Thursday. There had been speculation the game could be moved to another host city.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 07:06:09
Cowboys owner: 'Our best chance' is Johnson at QB
Jerry Jones is glad Brad Johnson will be the Dallas Cowboys' starting quarterback against the New York Giants and he expects coaches to stick with the 40-year-old backup. "Our best chance is to have him," Jones said Thursday. Johnson is 1-1 since Tony Romo broke the pinkie on his throwing hand. He threw three interceptions in the loss and passed for only 122 yards in the win, prompting speculation that third-stringer Brooks Bollinger may go in at the first sign that Johnson is struggling.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 05:06:21
Jerry Jones is glad Brad Johnson will be the Dallas Cowboys' starting quarterback against the New York Giants and he expects coaches to stick with the 40-year-old backup. "Our best chance is to have him," Jones said Thursday. Johnson is 1-1 since Tony Romo broke the pinkie on his throwing hand. He threw three interceptions in the loss and passed for only 122 yards in the win, prompting speculation that third-stringer Brooks Bollinger may go in at the first sign that Johnson is struggling.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 05:06:21
Rams' Jackson hopeful he can play Sunday
Steven Jackson practiced for the second straight day on Thursday and was optimistic he'd be back in the St. Louis Rams' lineup after missing a game with a thigh injury. "I'm practicing to play, if that tells you anything," Jackson said. Jackson said he would have been no better than 50 percent efficiency last week at New England, when the thigh tightened during a pregame workout. He said the situation has improved every day this week.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Steven Jackson practiced for the second straight day on Thursday and was optimistic he'd be back in the St. Louis Rams' lineup after missing a game with a thigh injury. "I'm practicing to play, if that tells you anything," Jackson said. Jackson said he would have been no better than 50 percent efficiency last week at New England, when the thigh tightened during a pregame workout. He said the situation has improved every day this week.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Vanden Bosch practices for 2nd straight day
Tennessee defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch practiced Thursday for a second straight day after sitting out Monday night's 31-21 win over Indianapolis. The Titans (7-0) also had defensive end Dave Ball and running back Quinton Ganther back at practice after both suffered concussions against the Colts. Vanden Bosch ran after practice as he recovers from a groin injury and hopes to play Sunday against Green Bay (4-3).FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Tennessee defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch practiced Thursday for a second straight day after sitting out Monday night's 31-21 win over Indianapolis. The Titans (7-0) also had defensive end Dave Ball and running back Quinton Ganther back at practice after both suffered concussions against the Colts. Vanden Bosch ran after practice as he recovers from a groin injury and hopes to play Sunday against Green Bay (4-3).FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Judge: Vick must appear in person to plead guilty
When former NFL quarterback Michael Vick pleads guilty to dogfighting charges in Virginia, he'll have to show up in person. A judge denied a request Thursday from Vick's lawyers to let him plead guilty by videoconference from prison. Surry County Circuit Judge Samuel Campbell says there's a lot of public interest in the case and that it would be Vick's best interest to have him enter his plea in person. Vick is currently in the federal penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kansas.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
When former NFL quarterback Michael Vick pleads guilty to dogfighting charges in Virginia, he'll have to show up in person. A judge denied a request Thursday from Vick's lawyers to let him plead guilty by videoconference from prison. Surry County Circuit Judge Samuel Campbell says there's a lot of public interest in the case and that it would be Vick's best interest to have him enter his plea in person. Vick is currently in the federal penitentiary in Leavenworth, Kansas.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Witten hopes he can go in Giants showdown
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten feels every breath he takes because of a broken rib. Sleeping is difficult and doctors have told him that it could be three or four weeks before his side will feel any better. Yet, Witten still hopes to play Sunday against the NFC East-leading and rival New York Giants. "I hope I can get out there and help," Witten said in the locker room Thursday before practice. "It's a big game obviously, and do my part.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten feels every breath he takes because of a broken rib. Sleeping is difficult and doctors have told him that it could be three or four weeks before his side will feel any better. Yet, Witten still hopes to play Sunday against the NFC East-leading and rival New York Giants. "I hope I can get out there and help," Witten said in the locker room Thursday before practice. "It's a big game obviously, and do my part.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Cheat Sheet: Pats, Colts in a different struggle
The Colts and Pats are not as dominant. But Peter Schrager says that's what makes this year's meeting better than ever.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
The Colts and Pats are not as dominant. But Peter Schrager says that's what makes this year's meeting better than ever.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
VIDEO: Marvez Minute on Brett Favre
Can Jets coach Eric Mangini harness Brett Favre without stifling his talent? Alex Marvez ponders the legend's wild streak.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
Can Jets coach Eric Mangini harness Brett Favre without stifling his talent? Alex Marvez ponders the legend's wild streak.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
NFL Blitz: Ranking this week's games
The next challenger to the undefeated Titans? Aaron Rodgers and the 4-3 Packers. Our NFL Blitz ranks Week 9's best games.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55
The next challenger to the undefeated Titans? Aaron Rodgers and the 4-3 Packers. Our NFL Blitz ranks Week 9's best games.FOXSports.com News for NFL, 2008-10-31 03:06:55