1. New England Patriots: Re-Evaluating Pats' Wide-Receiving Corps

    Heading into training camp, the New England Patriots were believed to have one of the deepest wide-receiving groups in the NFL ...

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  2. Patriots vs. Bucs: 10 Key Players, Things to Watch for New England

    The New England Patriots will hit the field for their third preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Friday, Aug. 24 at 7:30 P.M. EDT...

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  3. Eagles vs. Patriots: 10 Things We Learned from New England's 17-27 Loss

    The New England Patriots fell short in their exhibition game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night, 17-27 . However, there is much more that can be taken away from the team's second preseason game than the final score...

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  4. Jake Locker: Tennessee Titans Make Right Choice at QB

    The Tennessee Titans have named 2011 first-round draft pick Jake Locker the team's starting quarterback, according to Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean . And by doing so, they made a decision that will better the future of the franchise...

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  5. Colts vs. Steelers: Andrew Luck Shows More Than Stats Against Pittsburgh

    Andrew Luck 's preseason performance on Sunday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers was shaky, but his composure never wavered. The Indianapolis Colts ' rookie quarterback faced a tough Pittsburgh defense that sacked the No...

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  6. Bobby Valentine: Red Sox Manager Will Survive 2012, but What About 2013?

    In an Aug. 16 radio interview with WEEI's John Dennis , Boston Red Sox president Larry Lucchino confirmed that Bobby Valentine will remain as manager for the rest of the year...

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  7. Buying Donte' Stallworth as a Legit Threat in 2012

    Veteran wide receiver Donte' Stallworth is primed for a comeback year with the New England Patriots . After unremarkable stints with three other teams, the 31-year-old target re-joined the Patriots this March...

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  8. Why Chad Johnson's NFL Career Is Not over

    Veteran wide receiver Chad Johnson made headlines for all the wrong reasons over the past week, but he has not played his last down of football...

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  9. Cowboys vs. Raiders: What to Watch for in Monday Night's Game

    The Dallas Cowboys and Oakland Raiders are set for their preseason tilt on Monday night. Be sure to tune in for ESPN 's broadcast because there will be plenty to watch for once the clock strikes 8 P...

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  10. 5 Reasons the Boston Red Sox Shouldn't Get Rid of Josh Beckett

    Boston Red Sox starter Josh Beckett has pitched miserably this season, but forcing him out of town would not be a wise decision. Yes, Beckett's 4.97 ERA and 5-9 record have certainly hurt the Red Sox's playoff hopes...

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  11. Plaxico Burress: New England Patriots to Work Out Free-Agent Wide Receiver

    The New England Patriots are bringing in unsigned veteran wideout Plaxico Burress for a workout, according to a tweet from ESPN's Adam Schefter: Free-agent WR Plaxico ...

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  12. Patriots vs. Saints: Quick Thoughts from Game 1 of Preseason

    The New England Patriots kicked off their preseason schedule with a 7-6 win against the New Orleans Saints on Thursday night. The final score holds no long-term value, but the X's and O's certainly do...

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  13. New England Patriots: 5 Expectations for Julian Edelman in 2012

    What can the New England Patriots expect out of wide receiver Julian Edelman in 2012? A little bit of everything. The Patriots ' 2009 seventh-rounder might has well be called Mr...

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  14. New England Patriots' Sleepers to Watch in Training Camp

    The New England Patriots have some under-the-radar players trying to avoid anonymity in training camp. They may not have the name appeal of a Tom Brady or a Brandon Lloyd, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t worth watching...

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  15. New England Patriots Roster 2012: Latest News, Cuts, Preseason Predictions

    The New England Patriots have whittled the roster to 53 men for Week 1 of the regular season. It's the harsh reality of the NFL , yet it's all part of building a winning team. Both newcomers and incumbents have been released...

    Oliver Thomas Written by Oliver Thomas about 10 months ago 29,775 reads 63 comments

  16. John Orozco: U.S. Gymnast Fails to Rebound from Monday's Disaster

    American gymnast John Orozco has not lived up to the hype at the London Olympics. Instead, he's let the pressure implode him...

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  17. Danell Leyva: American Gymnast Redeems Himself in Men's All-Around

    U.S. Olympic gymnast Danell Leyva used Monday's failure to propel himself Wednesday, as he won bronze in men's individual all-around...

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  18. MLB Trade Deadline: Pitchers Who Will Shine with Their New Clubs

    With the July 31 MLB trade deadline in the rear-view mirror, it's time to look at the pitchers who will shine brightest for their new teams. Many shopped talents have departed from selling organizations to join contenders...

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  19. Missy Franklin: Why U.S. Gold Medalist Is Great for Swimming

    United States Olympic swimmer Missy Franklin is a bright, young talent in a sport loaded with veteran dominance. The 17-year-old opened a new chapter in U.S...

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  20. Olympic Tennis: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga's Tired Legs Will Be His Downfall

    France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga may still be in contention to win a medal in tennis singles at the London Olympics . But he didn't do himself any favors by defeating Milos Raonic in their second-round match on July 31...

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  21. Olympic Diving: Why China Will Keep Momentum Rolling

    The Chinese diving team has been a cut above the competition at the London Olympics . And, there's no reason to believe their success will stop anytime soon. Through three diving events, China has claimed three gold medals, per London2012...

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  22. Great Britain vs. Uruguay: Start Time, Live Stream, TV Info and Preview

    On Wednesday, Aug. 1 , Great Britain and Uruguay will hit the pitch for their men's Group A Olympic soccer match at Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. According to Rick Zuckerman of NBCOlympics...

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  23. 5 Ways Wes Welker Situation Will Affect the Patriots

    Contract stalemates come with side effects. The situation between franchise-tendered wide receiver Wes Welker and the New England Patriots is no different. Both sides of the equation hit a wall in extension talks this offseason...

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  24. 5 Reasons TE Is the Most Important Position in the New England Patriots' Offense

    If quarterback Tom Brady is the brain of the New England Patriots ' offense, tight ends Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez are the heart and soul...

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  25. Brian Waters: Making Sense of Waters' Absence from Patriots Training Camp

    The New England Patriots are in training camp priming for the 2012 season, but a familiar face is missing: right guard Brian Waters ...

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