Jaguars’ RB Pierce gets one-year probation on DUI

The Sports Xchange JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Running back Bernard Pierce of the Jacksonville Jaguars was placed on one-year probation after entering a plea to a DUI...

Jaguars are in a good place, second, despite their record

The Sports Xchange JACKSONVILLE — If the Jacksonville Jaguars were told at the start of the season that they’d be 2-5 at the bye week, they...

The Sports Xchange The New England Patriots claimed safety Dewey McDonald off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts, placed linebacker Rufus Johnson on the non-football illness list,...

Falcons QB Ryan knocks down talk he’s hurt

The Sports Xchange FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Despite never being listed on the Atlanta Falcons’ injury report, there was rampant speculation on the local sports radio...

Freeman has Falcons off and running

The Sports Xchange FLOWERY BRANCH, GA. — Running back Devonta Freeman sat quietly behind Steven Jackson, Jacquizz Rodgers and Antone Smith last season as a rookie...

Colts’ fans impatient after 3-4 start

The Sports Xchange INDIANAPOLIS — Coach Chuck Pagano will be facing the Carolina Panthers for the first time as Indianapolis head coach and it comes at...

Road doesn’t look any easier for Colts (3-4)

The Sports Xchange INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts are quite aware of the road ahead of them over the next few weeks. It’s not an easy...

Armed with Big Ben, how dangerous will Steelers be?

The Sports Xchange PITTSBURGH — How much rust will there be on the right arm of Ben Roethlisberger? That is the burning question facing the Pittsburgh...

Steelers’ homestand likely to shape season

The Sports Xchange PITTSBURGH — One of the reasons the Steelers won the AFC North last season was their record within the division. They were 4-2...

Are Eagles looking for ROI or best rusher?

The Sports Xchange PHILADELPHIA — Running back Ryan Mathews had only six carries, but for 97 yards against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. Mathews is averaging...

Bye gives Eagles chance to catch — their breath

The Sports Xchange PHILADELPHIA — Last year, Philadelphia Eagles receivers dropped 25 passes the entire season. Through seven games this year, they already have dropped 28,...

Bills Ryan enjoyed London, but not the game

The Sports Xchange ORCHARD PARK, N. Y. — By all accounts, Buffalo Bills coach Rex Ryan enjoyed his time in London up until game day, which...

Bedraggled Bills need this bye

The Sports Xchange ORCHARD PARK, N. Y. — The Buffalo Bills are coming off their most disappointing loss of the season, a 34-31 defeat at the...

Chiefs’ London game no field trip, just a day at the office

The Sports Xchange KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Head coach Andy Reid was clear in his thoughts about preparing for the Kansas City Chiefs’ first trip to...