Person close to talks says Manning, Giants agree on $97 million deal

ALBANY, N.Y. — Eli Manning has agreed to a new six-year, $97 million contract extension with the New York Giants that will make him the highest paid player in the NFL with an average salary of roughly $15.3 million.

Jets TE Kareem Brown trying to win spot after seeing friend killed in car crash

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Kareem Brown jumped out of the car he was in and saw the vehicle his friend had been driving wrapped around a tree, a mangled mess of metal and glass.

Bills’ RB Lynch back on practice field, one day after 3-game NFL suspension appeal denied

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — A day after the NFL denied his appeal of a 3-game suspension, Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch said he was ready to assume a new, temporary role on the team.

Giants linebacker says he acted reasonably, responsibly and instinctively in helping Burress

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce says he has no regrets about his actions in helping Plaxico Burress after his former teammate accidentally shot himself in the leg last November.

Fight club: Skirmishes break out during Jets’ training camp practice

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Ding! Ding! Ding!

Haskell winner Rachel Alexandra back at Saratoga; next start to be determined in 2 weeks

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Back in her summer home at Saratoga, superstar filly Rachel Alexandra is set to begin training for her next race.

Rachel Alexandra back at Saratoga after 2nd win over the boys in Haskell Invitational

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — The trainer of horse racing’s biggest star says it’ll be two weeks before a decision is made on Rachel Alexandra’s next start.

Seventh Street wins Go For Wand Handicap for fillies and mares run over muddy track

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Seventh Street battled back in the final sixteenth-mile after surrendering the lead to Spritely to take a hard-fought 1½-length victory in the $300,000 Go For Wand Handicap on Sunday.

After disappointing rookie season, Gholston hopes to step up in Pace’s absence

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Vernon Gholston stormed through on a blitz and shoved center Nick Mangold back on his heels during a recent New York Jets training camp practice.

Giants open camp by placing injured players Robbins, Boley on PUP list; Bernard on NFI list

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York Giants placed linebacker Michael Boley and defensive tackle Fred Robbins on the active physically unable to perform list and put defensive tackle Rocky Bernard on the non-football injury list.

Giants open camp by placing Robbins, Boley and Bernard on PUP

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York Giants placed linebacker Michael Boley and defensive tackles Fred Robbins and Rocky Bernard on the active physically unable to perform list on Sunday.

Sabres agree to 1-year deal with Avalanche free-agent center McCormick

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Buffalo Sabres have reached a deal with free-agent center iceman Cody McCormick.

Forever Together repeats win in the Diana; Kensei takes Jim Dandy at Saratoga

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Forever Together scored a repeat victory in the $500,000 Diana Handicap for fillies and mares, and Kensei took the $500,000 Jim Dandy Stakes for 3-year-olds on Saturday at Saratoga Race Course.

Motivated trio of WRs trying to erase perception that Jets lack a No. 2 receiver

CORTLAND, N.Y. — David Clowney has had enough with people saying the New York Jets have no wide receivers other than Jerricho Cotchery.

Aaron Schobel’s return from foot injury bolsters Buffalo Bills’ defensive front

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills defensive end Aaron Schobel admits he’s getting old, but the Bills would love to just have the old Schobel back.

Jets nose tackle Kris Jenkins leaves practice with strained calf

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Pro Bowl nose tackle Kris Jenkins left the New York Jets’ practice Saturday with a strained left calf, an injury not believed to be serious but will likely keep him sidelined a few days.

First-round selection Hakeem Nicks reaches deal with Giants, last of 9 draft picks

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York Giants will be reporting to training camp Sunday with all their draft picks, including the one they hope fills the void left by the release of troubled Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress.

Rex Ryan gives Mark Sanchez slight edge over Kellen Clemens in first practice of camp

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Score Round 1 to the rookie.

Unhappy Jets RB Leon Washington not confident that new deal will get done

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Leon Washington was back on the field for the New York Jets, without a new deal and not optimistic he’ll get one before the season begins.

IndyCar Series 2010 schedule to include Watkins Glen for the sixth straight year

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — The IndyCar Series is returning to Watkins Glen International.

Jets RB Leon Washington on field for team’s first practice of training camp

CORTLAND, N.Y. — New York Jets running back Leon Washington reported to the team and participated in drills Friday during the first practice of training camp.

Eager Jets excited about new season as they report to first camp under Rex Ryan

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Mark Sanchez stepped off one of the team buses in front of the New York Jets’ dormitory, a big pillow in one hand and a travel bag in another.

Jets’ suspended LB Calvin Pace was unaware dietary supplement became banned by NFL

CORTLAND, N.Y. — Calvin Pace took a dietary supplement he had taken on several occasions during his career. The New York Jets linebacker wasn’t aware that this time, it was on the NFL’s list of banned substances.

Backtalk wins by a neck in $150,000 Sanford Stakes for 2-year-olds at Saratoga

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Backtalk prevailed by a neck over Enumerate and Louisvilleluminary at the end of a four-horse stretch contest to win the 95th running of the $150,000 Sanford Stakes for 2-year-olds at Saratoga Race Course.

Olympic luger Benshoof will miss European trip for continued back rehabilitation

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. — Tony Benshoof, who missed a medal at the 2006 Turin Olympics by less than 0.20 seconds, will forgo an offseason training week in Europe next month to continue recovering from back surgery.

Jets RB Leon Washington a no-show amid contract dispute as players report for camp

CORTLAND, N.Y. — New York Jets running back Leon Washington, in a contract dispute while seeking a big raise, was a no-show as players reported Thursday for the start of the team’s first training camp under new coach Rex Ryan.

Now you can have Owens for breakfast after Bills receiver unveils T.O.’s cereal

FAIRPORT, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills fans who can’t get enough of Terrell Owens can have him for breakfast.

Bills sign 1st-round draft pick Wood and 2nd-rounder Byrd

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have signed first-round draft pick Eric Wood and second-rounder Jairus Byrd, leaving the team with only its top prospect, defensive end Aaron Maybin, still unsigned five days into training camp.

Hot Dixie Chick wins $150,000 Schuylerville Stakes on opening day at Saratoga

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Favored horse Hot Dixie Chick raced to a 6 1/4-length victory in the 91st running of the $150,000-added Schuylerville Stakes for 2-year-old fillies on opening day at Saratoga Race Course.

Bills sign Shaine Smith to bolster injury-depleted group of receivers

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills have signed free agent Shaine Smith to bolster their injury-depleted group of receivers in training camp.

Bills ‘close’ to signing rookie first-round draft pick, G Eric Wood

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — The Buffalo Bills are “close” to signing first-round draft pick Eric Wood, with coach Dick Jauron saying he’s optimistic the guard will report to camp by Wednesday.

Former pro Tim Mayotte hired by USTA as national coach

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Former top-10 player Tim Mayotte has been hired as a U.S. Tennis Association national coach.

Bills rookie 2nd-round pick, G Levitre signs 4-year deal

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills second-round pick Andy Levitre signed a four-year contract on Sunday, leaving the team with three unsigned rookies after two days of training camp.

Agent: Bills rookie 2nd-round pick, G Levitre signs 4-year deal

PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills second-round pick Andy Levitre signed a four-year contract on Sunday, leaving the team with three unsigned rookies after two days of training camp.

Rickey Henderson and Jim Rice _ together forever in Baseball Hall of Fame

COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. — Jim Rice’s icy glare melted into a wide smile. Brash, flamboyant Rickey Henderson was humbled by it all.