NFL
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Titans' Britt undergoes "minor" knee surgery
Nashville, TN (Sports Network) - Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt, who is recovering from a torn ACL and MCL suffered early last season, underwent arthroscopic surgery on his knee Wednesday. Titans general manager Ruston Webster said the procedure was "commonplace" with knee injuries because it helps clean up the area of the operation. "It's not one of those things that
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Cardinals ink DE Cohen
The Arizona Cardinals signed defensive end Landon Cohen on Wednesday. Cohen has played in 25 career games (five starts) with the Lions, Jaguars and Patriots, recording 31 tackles. ©2012 Sports Network. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Report: Titans' Britt to undergo "minor" knee surgery
Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt, who is recovering from a torn ACL and MCL suffered early last season, will reportedly undergo arthroscopic surgery on his knee Wednesday. The Tennessean reports that the surgery is being termed as "minor." Britt was injured in the second quarter of a 17-14 win over the Denver Broncos on Sept. 25 of last year. He
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Cowboys' Bernadeau out 2-3 months
Dallas Cowboys guard Mackenzy Bernadeau is expected to miss 2-3 months of action after undergoing a procedure on Saturday to repair a nagging hip injury. Bernadeau, one of Dallas' top free-agent signings this offseason, spent the last four seasons with the Panthers. The 6-foot-4, 308-pounder played in 47 games (20 starts) with Carolina. ©2012 Sports Network. All rights reserved. This
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Line of Scrimmage: Age may not be Weeden's biggest hurdle
For Brandon Weeden, it's a unique opportunity to make the most of a second chance. The Cleveland Browns, meanwhile, are simply hoping that the third time's a charm. The first minicamp of a player's professional career can be a very nerve- racking endeavor, but Weeden displayed all the calm and confidence of an established veteran when the Browns opened their
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Patriots' Welker signs franchise tender
New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker has signed his franchise tender. Welker disclosed the news on his Twitter account. "I signed my tender today. I love the game and I love my teammates! Hopefully doing the right thing gets the right results," the four-time Pro Bowl choice tweeted. The franchise tender guarantees Welker about $9.5 million for the 2012
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Bears ink S Hardin
The Chicago Bears on Tuesday signed safety Brandon Hardin to a four-year contract. Chicago's third-round draft pick out of Oregon State, Hardin played in 38 games, starting 15, and recorded 105 tackles, three forced fumbles and an interception for the Beavers. He missed his senior season because of a shoulder injury. With the signing, the entire Bears' 2012 draft class
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Eagles T Peters re-ruptures Achilles
Philadelphia Eagles left tackle Jason Peters re-ruptured his surgically repaired Achilles tendon after a rolling walker he was using malfunctioned, according to a report. Peters needed a second surgery after his Roll-A-Bout broke and he fell on his face in his kitchen, Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia reported. The Eagles confirmed that Peters re-ruptured the Achilles. The CSN report said Peters, who
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Governor Dayton signs Vikings' stadium bill
Governor Mark Dayton on Monday signed off on a bill that will give the Minnesota Vikings a new stadium. The $975 million project won final legislative approval last Thursday. The new fixed-roof stadium will sit on the current site of the Metrodome, where the Vikings have played since 1982. The Vikings hope to open the stadium for the 2016 season.
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Redskins keep RB Hightower
The Washington Redskins have re-signed unrestricted free agent running back Tim Hightower. Hightower started five games in 2011 before a torn ACL in Week 7 forced him to miss the final 11 contests of the season. He rushed for 321 yards on 84 carries with one score. The Richmond product also had 10 receptions for 78 yards and one touchdown.