Marines take risks with deadly trust-building game that uses loaded gunsSeptember 11th, 2009 Marines take risks with deadly trust-building gameRALEIGH, N.C. — Lance Cpl.
Wisconsin Department of Commerce prepares to lay off up to 15 employees from building divisionAugust 24th, 2009 Wisconsin commerce agency to lay off employeesMADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin Department of Commerce said Monday it plans to lay off 15 employees from its safety and buildings division, citing a downturn in the construction industry.
Chicago 2016 leader says risk of taxpayer money in Olympics bid 'improbable'June 22nd, 2009 Chicago 2016 head says taxpayer risk 'improbable'CHICAGO — The head of Chicago's bid for the 2016 Olympics says its is unlikely that taxpayers will be on the hook for millions of dollars if the games turn out to be a financial flop. Patrick Ryan said Monday that the risk of taxpayers' money in Chicago bid is "improbable."
Bid organizers met with the International Olympic Committee in Switzerland last week.
Bengals planning to sign former Cowboys safety Roy WilliamsMay 8th, 2009 Bengals planning to sign S Roy WilliamsCINCINNATI — The Bengals expect to sign former Cowboys safety Roy Williams, reuniting him with former defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer. Williams will be in Cincinnati on Thursday to meet with the team and have a physical.
Knee injury sidelines Patriots third-round pick Tyrone McKenzie for 2009 seasonMay 8th, 2009 Patriots draft pick McKenzie out for seasonBOSTON — New England Patriots third-round draft pick Tyrone McKenzie will miss the 2009 season with a torn ligament in his right knee. The outside linebacker from South Florida tore his anterior cruciate ligament during rookie minicamp on Saturday and will be sidelined for the year, a person familiar with the injury said Wednesday night on condition of anonymity because the team did not make an announcement.
Patriots sign 3 players from Navy among 8 free agentsMay 5th, 2009 Patriots sign 3 players from NavyFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have signed eight players, including three from Navy will likely won't be available immediately.
Jets sign 17 undrafted free agents for rookie camp, including former Harvard QB Chris PizzottiMay 1st, 2009 Jets sign 17, including former Harvard QB PizzottiFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets have signed 17 undrafted free agents to participate in their rookie minicamp, including former Harvard quarterback Chris Pizzotti.
Browns acquire linebacker Bo Ruud off waivers from PatriotsMay 1st, 2009 Browns acquire linebacker RuudCLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns acquired linebacker Bo Ruud off waivers from the New England Patriots on Thursday. The team also released running back Allen Patrick.
Patriots top draft pick Patrick Chung is a hard hitter and leader _ like Rodney HarrisonMay 1st, 2009 Hard-hitting Chung would welcome Harrison's helpFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Patrick Chung loves to smack opponents to the ground.
Patriots release LB Bo Ruud, who missed rookie season with ankle injuryApril 30th, 2009 Patriots release LB Bo RuudFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have released linebacker Bo Ruud (ROOD), who spent his entire rookie season on the team's injured reserve list.
New England gets TE Alex Smith from Tampa Bay for undisclosed draft pick in 2010April 30th, 2009 Patriots obtain TE Smith from BuccaneersFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots have obtained tight end Alex Smith from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Bengals release 2 punters, clearing way for fifth-round draft pick Kevin Huber to take the jobApril 28th, 2009 Bengals clear way for Huber to be their punterCINCINNATI — The Bengals have released two punters, clearing the way for fifth-round draft pick Kevin Huber to take the job. Kyle Larson and Ryan Plackemeier were let go Tuesday.
Redskins sign OT Mike Williams, release P Dirk JohnsonApril 25th, 2009 Redskins sign OT M. Williams, release P D.
NFL to look into teams announcing draft picks on Web sites and TwitterApril 24th, 2009 NFL to look into team draft announcementsNEW YORK — The NFL will look into teams revealing their draft picks on their Web sites and through Twitter even before commissioner Roger Goodell might have announced the selections. The San Diego Chargers plan to post their picks this weekend on their Web site as soon as they hand in the name card.
It's new turf for mug punter Glenn McGrathMarch 21st, 2009 SYDNEY - Glenn McGrath is an Australian cricket bowling legend but the word is he's a mug punter extraordinaire. The McGrath Foundation is hosting a lunch for 900 at the Sydney Turf Club's big autumn racing carnival day at Rosehill Gardens, where Sydney Confidential will also share a marquee with Myer.