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It all comes down to this. The Giants and Patriots meet in Super Bowl XLVI featuring two elite quarterbacks and two teams with great traditions and great histories. It should be a terrific matchup
Gronkowski Return Highlights Patriots Super Bowl XLVI Practice
Gronkowski participated on a limited basis for the first time since suffering a sprained left ankle January 22 during New England's 23-20 AFC Championship game victory
Getting To Super Bowl XLVI Last Minute Costs Plenty
A last minute trip to Indianapolis for Super Bowl XLVI will cost you plenty
Commercial time for Super Bowl XLVI is sold out. All of the 30-second slots, sold for a record $3.5 million
Super Bowl XLVI by the Numbers
How many Americans will be watching and how much they'll be spending on the nation's favorite sports holiday
Oddsmakers Favor God, Family for Super Bowl Thanks
The betting odds of who will be thanked first after the Super Bowl favor God and family
Hottest 2012 Super Bowl Souvenir is a Hand-Knit Scarf
The hottest item at this year's Super Bowl is a hand-knitted scarf
Giants Safety Rolle Confident in Super Bowl Chances
New York Giants safety Antrel Rolle has been here before and is confident in his team's ability to get the job done. Rolle said his team is certainly not just happy to be there
Manning On Target Throughout Giants Second Super Bowl Practice
Ahmad Bradshaw had an encouraging practice and Eli Manning, on target throughout the Giants second Super Bowl XLVI practice of the week, highlighted a smooth New York workout
15 Percent Would Miss Birth of Child for Super Bowl
A recent survey reveals that for some die-hard football fans, life events would get in the way of attending the Super Bowl
NFL to Stream Super Bowl for First Time
Super Bowl XLVI will be streamed online and to mobile phones, catering those media services for the first time for US subscribers
Joe Namath Feels 'Awful' About Fraying Jets Bond
Harsh criticism from Joe Namath has frayed the bond between the legendary quarterback and Jets brass, owner Woody Johnson, General Manager Mike Tannenbaum and Coach Rex Ryan
NFL 2011 AFC & NFC Championships
Tynes Time:
31 Yard Field Goal Lifts Giants Over Niners in OT
The Giants are headed for a Super Bowl rematch against the New England Patriots. Lawrence Tynes secured the Giants place with a 31 yard field goal in OT to lift New York over the San Francisco 49ers 20-17 in the NFC title game
Patriots Survive:
Advance to Super Bowl with Win Over Ravens
Billy Cundiff missed a 32-yard field goal in the final seconds and the New England Patriots overcame a mistake-filled performance by Tom Brady in a 23-20 victory over the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC Championship Game
Joe Paterno, died Sunday morning according to reports. The former Penn State coach, fired in the aftermath of the alleged sex scandal involving Jerry Sandusky, was 85 and had been undergoing chemotherapy treatments for cancer
Fantastic Four Ready for AFC & NFC Championships
For the first time since 2006, the final four NFL teams are all division champions. Here's a closer look at the AFC and NFC Championship Games
NFL 2011 Divisional Weekend
Eli Manning Brilliant: Giants Oust Top-Seeded Packers
Eli Manning threw for a career playoff high 330 yards with three touchdowns and the Giants defense forced three turnovers as New York booked a ticket to the NFC Championship with a 37-20 crushing of the top-seeded Green Bay Packers
Flacco Lifts Ravens Past Mistake-Prone Texans
Joe Flacco threw two touchdown passes in the first quarter to lead the Baltimore Ravens to a 20-13 victory over the Houston Texans
Alex Smith Launches Game-Winning Strike, 49ers Edge Saints
Alex Smith's game-winning strike to Vernon Davis in the waning seconds was the difference as the 49ers defeated the Saints, 36-32 in their NFC divisional playoff showdown
Jets Legend Joe Namath Stumped On Sparano Hiring
Never one to keep his opinions on his former team to himself, New York Jets icon Joe Namath didn't hesitate to speak out on the what he considers the completely illogical hiring of former Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano as the Jets new offensive coordinator
Final Eight Take Center Stage In Divisional Playoffs
And then there were eight. And, for the second time since realignment in 2002, all eight remaining teams in the Divisional round are division winners. Here's a preview of the NFL 2011 Divisional Playoffs
NFL 2011 Wildcard Weekend
Wild Card Weekend: A Look Back
With a 29-23 overtime victory, the Broncos now lead the playoff series against the Steelers, 4-3. Of the six prior meetings, the winning team reached the Super Bowl five times. Three of those five teams won the Super Bowl the same year
Tim Tebow threw 10-for-21 for 316 yards and two touchdowns, including an 80-yard strike to Demaryius Thomas in overtime, and the Denver Broncos pulled off a 29-23 shocker against the Pittsburgh Steelers
It doesn't matter how you got here. All that matters is that you're here. The NFL playoffs begin this Saturday and Sunday with Wild Card Weekend
Eli Manning threw three touchdown passes and the New York Giants defense turned in a dominant performance in a 24-2 victory over the Atlanta Falcons
Foster Powers Texans Past Bengals
Arian Foster dashed 8 yards for a first half touchdown run and tacked on a 42-yarder after intermission as the Houston Texans rolled over the Cincinnati Bengals 31-10
The Saints looked terrible in the first half, but roared back as Drew Brees led an unstoppable offense throwing for 466 yards and three TD in a 45-28 NFC Wild-Card win over the Detroit Lions
Winners in the Wild Card round have won the Super Bowl seven times, and at least one Super Bowl participant in five of the past six years played a Wild Card game
Robert Griffin III Headed to NFL
A family source is indicating that Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III will tell Baylor coach Art Briles he will give up his senior year at the school to turn pro, according to ESPN
The Jets season-ending loss at Miami could mark the final appearance for LaDainian Tomlinson. The 32-year-old running back seemed a bit more serious about retiring recently
Parcells Heads Up Potential NFL Hall of Fame List
Coaching great Bill Parcells heads the list of 15 finalists for the 2012 Hall of Fame class. Steelers back Jerome Bettis and Raiders wideout Tim Brown are among the other candidates
Playoffs:
Records and Milestones
2011 Regular Season:
Records and Milestones
Marketers hoping to buy ad time for the 2012 Super Bowl are out of luck. Commercial time for Super Bowl XLVI is sold out. All of the 30-second slots, sold for a record $3.5 million
Chiefs Plan to Keep Romeo Crennel
Romeo Crennel will reportedly be rewarded as the Chiefs are planning to remove the interim tag on Crennel's title
Raiders Dismiss Head Coach Hue Jackson
With six head coaches in the past 10 seasons, the Oakland Raiders don't know of stability. That didn't change as the team dismissed coach Hue Jackson after the Raiders missed the playoffs
The Chicago Bears fired long-time GM Jerry Angelo following an injury-riddled season
There's a price to pay after poor seasons, and that is the case for Indianapolis, Buffalo, Tampa Bay, and Saint Louis
The Cleveland Browns won only four games in 2011, so it goes without saying that they need help
Colts Set Sights on Andrew Luck
The Colts could be bringing in Peyton Manning's successor in Indianapolis after it was reported the team plans to take Andrew Luck with the No. 1 draft pick.
LaMichael James Leaving Oregon
Oregon's LaMichael James has decided it's time to move on. The Heisman Trophy finalist, who set the all-time rushing yards record at Oregon, will skip his senior season and enter the NFL Draft
Landry Jones, Montee Ball Return For Senior Campaigns
Oklahoma quarterback Landry Jones decided to return for his senior year, as did Wisconsin running back Montee Ball.
The Browns will look to upgrade on the offensive side of the ball and that includes what they will do with the No. 4 pick in the draft
NFL 2011 Week 17
Record-Breaking Regular Season Had It All
Scoring at a 46-year high, comebacks galore, new teams making the playoffs and winning divisions, consistent teams excelling once again, passing records falling, rookies making their mark, and so much more! The 2011 season really did have it all
Manning, Cruz Pass Giants Over Cowboys into Playoffs
Eli Manning threw for 346 yards, 178 to Victor Cruz, as the New York Giants jumped out early and posted a 31-14 victory over the Dallas Cowboys Sunday night in a winner take all battle
In Like Flynn: Backup QB Powers Packers Past Lions
Matt Flynn threw 31-for-44 for 480 yards and six touchdowns as the Green Bay Packers slipped past the Detroit Lions, 45-41 Sunday at Lambeau Field. Green Bay finished its remarkable regular season at 15-1
Vick Leads Eagles Past Redskins For Fourth Straight Victory
The Philadelphia Eagles went out with a win and now have the whole offseason to lament what might have been
Giants Defensive End Osi Umenyiora Returns to Practice
New York Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora made a surprise return to practice after missing four-straight games with an ankle injury
All on the Line in Final Week of Regular Season
It's the final push for NFL teams as the regular season ends. All 16 games in Week 17 are division contests. And with one week to go, there are still 16 teams in playoff contention
Colt McCoy says he wants to stay with Browns
Quarterback Colt McCoy told reporters he wants to stay behind center with the Cleveland Browns, though he understands that won't be entirely up to him. McCoy is expected to miss his third straight start Sunday due to a concussion when the Browns take on the Bills
Patriots, 49ers Rack Up Most Pro Bowlers
The NFL announced the 2012 Pro Bowl rosters, with Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers receiving starting nods at QB. The Patriots and 49ers led all teams with eight selections apiece.
NFL Week 17: NFL Playoff Scenarios | AFC Pro Bowl Rosters | NFC Pro Bowl Rosters
NFL 2011 Week 16
Packers Take Over for Cowboys as America's Team
The Dallas Cowboys are still one of America's teams but just not in the way they are used to
Blue Christmas: Brandon Jacobs Lays into Jets after Giants Win
New York Giants running back Brandon Jacobs and New York Jets coach Rex Ryan didn't exactly exchange gifts when they met up following the G-Men's decisive 29-14 victory Saturday. Jacobs demanded respect for 'Big Blue', while Ryan still predicted 'Gang Green' will win the Super Bowl
Victor Cruz, Ahmad Bradshaw Lead Way as Giants Take Down Jets
Victor Cruz had three catches for 164 yards, including a 99-yard team record touchdown catch, and Ahmad Bradshaw carried the ball 15 times for 54 yards and two touchdowns as the New York Giants boosted their playoff hopes with a clutch 29-14 win over the New York Jets
Brees Sets NFL Passing Record as Saints Rip Falcons
Drew Brees set the NFL mark for yards passing in a season to lead the New Orleans Saints to a 45-16 victory over the Atlanta Falcons
Packers Wrap Up Top Seed in NFC
The Green Bay Packers are going to be the top seed in the NFC playoffs this season, how hard they go after a 15th win in the regular season remains to be seen
Chargers Quarterback Not Happy Team will Miss NFL Playoffs Again
Philip Rivers has been playing some of his best football at quarterback in recent weeks. But it hasn't been enough to salvage the season for the San Diego Chargers.
Adrian Peterson Suffers Torn ACL in Vikings Costly Win vs Redskins
The Vikings' worst fears were confirmed after an MRI revealed that running back Adrian Peterson sustained a torn ACL in his left knee during Minnesota's 33-26 victory over the Redskins
David Akers Nails Game-Winning Field Goal as 49ers Edge Seahawks
Quarterback Alex Smith completed 14-of-26 passes for 179 yards and David Akers converted four field goals -- including the game-winner -- and the San Francisco 49ers eked out a 19-17 win over the Seattle Seahawks
Eagles Handle Cowboys with Ease
Michael Vick threw a pair of touchdown passes to lead the Philadelphia Eagles to a 20-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys
Flacco, Ravens Crush Browns: Close in on AFC North Crown
Joe Flacco went 11-for-24 for 132 yards and two touchdowns as the Baltimore Ravens moved one step closer to the AFC North crown with a 20-14 win over the Cleveland Browns
Bills Intercept Tebow Four Times, Crush Broncos
The Buffalo Bills returned back-to-back Tim Tebow passes for touchdowns midway through the fourth quarter, solidifying a 40-14 victory over the visiting Denver Broncos
Lions Crush Chargers: Clinch First NFL Playoff Spot Since 1999
Matthew Stafford threw three touchdown passes and passed for 373 yards to lead the Detroit Lions to a 38-10 victory over the San Diego Chargers to clinch an NFC wild card spot
Janikowski Field Goal Gives Raiders OT Win Over Chiefs
Kicker Sebastian Janikowski booted a 36-yard field goal, giving the Oakland Raiders a hard-earned 16-13 overtime victory against the Kansas City Chiefs
Bengals Jump Out Early, Hold on Late Against Cardinals
Andy Dalton threw two TD passes in the first half as the Cincinnati Bengals jumped to an early 20-0 lead, but they needed two late defensive stands to hold off the visiting Arizona Cardinals, 23-16
Brady Rallies Patriots Past Dolphins and First-Round Bye in AFC Playoffs
Tom Brady ran for two scores and passed for another -- all in the second half -- as the New England Patriots scored 27 straight points and rallied from 17 points down for a 27-24 victory over the visiting Miami Dolphins
NFL 2011 Week 16
NFL Teams Prepare For Final Stretch
Time is running out. With two weeks to go in the NFL regular season, it's time for teams to make their final playoff push. And with two weeks to go, the only thing left to expect is the unpredictable.
NFL Week 16: AFC Playoff Picture | NFC Playoff Picture | NFL Playoff Scenarios
NFL 2011 Week 15
The Green Bay Packers finally lost, the Indianapolis Colts finally won and the NFL season got even a little more wild
49ers Overcome Power Outage and Steelers in Big Win
The power went out two times at Candlestick Park Monday night but it didn't affect the San Francisco 49ers one bit.
Cardinals Push Win Streak to Four with OT Victory Against Browns
Jay Feely kicked a 22-yard field-goal to lift the Arizona Cardinals to a 20-17 overtime victory over the Cleveland Browns
Playoff Races Heat Up: 22 Teams in Playoff Contention
The suspense continues to build as teams make their final playoff push. So far, four playoff spots are clinched -- Green Bay, San Francisco, Houston and New Orleans. That leaves eight spots available and there are still 22 NFL teams in contention for a trip to Super Bowl XLVI
NFL to Stream Super Bowl for First Time
The upcoming Pro Bowl and Super Bowl will be streamed online and to mobile phones, catering those media services for the first time for US subscribers
Chiefs End Packers Perfect Season
Kyle Orton went 23-for-31 for 299 yards and kicker Ryan Succup converted all his four field goals and the Kansas City Chiefs ended the Green Bay Packers' immaculate run, 19-14, at Arrowhead Stadium
Romo Sharp: 'Boys Blow Out Bucs
Tony Romo accounted for four first-half touchdowns as the Cowboys stopped their slide and extended the Tampa Bay Bucs' long skid with a 31-15 victory.
Matt Ryan, Falcons Rip Jaguars 41-14
Matt Ryan had another razor-sharp performance, throwing three touchdown passes in less than three quarters of action as the Atlanta Falcons thrashed the Jacksonville Jaguars 41-14.
CBS, FOX and NBC Sunday packages extended through 2022 season -- longest-ever NFL agreements with over-air broadcast partners
Dolphins Interim Head Coach Todd Bowles Gets First Win
Miami Dolphins interim head coach Todd Bowles got his tenure off to a good start as he directed his team to a 30-23 victory over the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium
Dolphins Fire Head Coach Tony Sparano
The Miami Dolphins fired coach Tony Sparano and replaced him on an interim basis with assistant head coach/secondary coach Todd Bowles. Sparano was 29-33 in four seasons with the Dolphins, including an awful 4-9 mark this season
Stafford, Levy Come Through as Lions Pursue Playoff Spot
The Detroit Lions are still alive in the NFC Wild Card race, but these 'cardiac cats' are doing anything but making things easy for themselves
NFL 2011 Week 14
Browns Colt McCoy Suffers Concussion from Helmet-to-Helmet Hit
Cleveland Browns quarterback Colt McCoy sustained a concussion in Thursday night's 14-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. McCoy was injured by a brutal helmet-to-helmet hit from Steelers LB James Harrison
Kansas City Chiefs Fire Head Coach Todd Haley
The Kansas City Chiefs announced that Todd Haley has been relieved of his duties as head coach effective immediately. Romeo Crennel, Haley's defensive coordinator, has been named interim coach
Tebow Magic Continues: Broncos Beat Bears in OT
Tim Tebow led the Denver Broncos on three consecutive late-scoring drives good enough for a 13-10 overtime win over the baffled Chicago Bears
Time is Now for Bills Running Back C.J. Spiller
Buffalo Bills running back C.J. Spiller, who rushed for 1,212 yards and 12 touchdowns as a senior at Clemson, also catching 36 passes for 503 yards and four touchdowns, is coming into his own in his second year as a pro
Big Ben's Next start in Jeopardy Due to Ankle Sprain
Ben Roethlisberger, who played through an injured ankle in the Pittsburgh Steelers win over Cleveland, could sit out Week 15 if he continues to be hampered by a high ankle sprain. An MRI Friday revealed the injury, but the 29-year-old Steelers quarterback sustained only a moderate high-ankle sprain
Giants Take Control of NFC East
Eli Manning threw for 400 yards and led his NFL-best sixth fourth-quarter comeback as the visiting New York Giants took control of the NFC East with a riveting 37-34 victory over the stunned Dallas Cowboys Sunday night
Giants Have Malice for Cowboys
There has always been the most intense of football rivalries between NFC East opponents the New York Giants and Dallas Cowboys. This season, with two games against each other over the final four weeks and the NFC East on the line, the intensity is even higher
Packers Continue March Towards Perfection
The Packers, who have clinched the NFC North division title, defeated the New York Giants to improve to 12-0 and become the second defending Super Bowl champion to start the following season 12-0. With a victory against Oakland on Sunday, the Packers will become the eighth team in NFL history to start a season 13-0
Linebacker U Products Emerging as NFL Stars
For a university looking for good news, a pair of second-year NFL players and first-year starters are doing their best to carry on the tradition of Linebacker U. in 'Happy Valley'. Sean Lee of the Cowboys and NaVorro Bowman of the 49ers are key components on their respective defenses
Lions Dodge Bullet on Final Play to Overcome Vikings
It all came down to one play the Detroit Lions had to make in order to keep their playoff hopes alive. They made it and the bid continues. Matthew Stafford threw two touchdown passes and the defense scored twice to give the Detroit Lions a 34-28 victory over the Minnesota Vikings
Brady's Three TD Strikes Lift Patriots Over Redskins
Tom Brady threw three touchdown passes and tight end Rob Gronkowski set an NFL record to lead the New England Patriots to a 34-27 victory over the Washington Redskins
Browns Can't Stop Hobbled Big Ben
After a scary second-quarter sack, Ben Roethlisberger returned in the second half to pass for 280 yards and two scores in the Pittsburgh Steelers 14-3 demolition of the Cleveland Browns Thursday night. The amazing effectiveness of Roethlisberger vaulted the Steelers to the top of the AFC North
Four Games Remain as NFL Enters Final Quarter
It's Week 14 of the 2011 NFL season and only four games remain to decide who advances to the playoffs. And who goes is anyone's guess as 28 teams remain in contention for a postseason berth