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Vikes can establish credibility vs Bucs
Considering the short list of surprisingly impressive teams in the NFL this season, the Minnesota Vikings haven't gotten much love. That could change ...
Falcons, Giants 1-2 in AP Pro32 power rankings
Being the NFL's only unbeaten team has its perks — at least this week. The Atlanta Falcons had their bye weekend and still remained first in the AP ...
Vilma gives Saints 'D emotional lift against Bucs
Inspired by Jonathan Vilma's return, New Orleans' porous defense found a way to keep Tampa Bay out of the end zone, then did it again to preserve the ...
Brees throws 4 TDs, Saints hang on to beat Bucs
A chipper Jonathan Vilma gave New Orleans' struggling defense an emotional lift, while Drew Brees did the rest for the suddenly resurgent Saints.
PepsiCo profit dips; more ads, new products on tap
PepsiCo Inc.'s net income dipped 5 percent in the third quarter as the snack food and beverage maker poured more money into bolstering its flagship ...
One Direction, NFL's Drew Brees join Pepsi for ad
One Direction is Pepsi's newest pop star. The soda company is partnering with the boy band and NFL star Drew Brees for an ad that will debut this week
Brees sets record, Saints upend Chargers 31-24
Drew Brees threw a long touchdown pass to take ownership of another prestigious NFL passing record, hit three more scoring passes in an emotional ...
Brees sets mark, Saints beat Chargers 31-24
Drew Brees got suspended coach Sean Payton in the building, broke a prestigious NFL passing record and led New Orleans to a desperately needed first ...
Brees sets mark with TD pass in 48th straight game
Drew Brees set an NFL record Sunday night with touchdown passes in 48 straight games, breaking a mark set by Hall of Fame quarterback Johnny Unitas ...
Brees: Payton, Vitt, Loomis part of TD record
As far as Drew Brees is concerned, Sean Payton, Mickey Loomis and Joe Vitt all have played an important role in putting him in position to break ...
Texans maintain top spot in AP's power rankings
The Houston Texans are on top of the AP Pro32 NFL power rankings again, and getting ready for the Monday night spotlight when they visit the New York ...
Rodgers throws late TD, Packers beat Saints 28-27
Aaron Rodgers doesn't want to come out of a game under any circumstances, but his coaches figured not being able to focus with his right eye was ...
Texans take over top spot in AP's power rankings
The top of the AP Pro32 power rankings is a tough spot to hold. The Houston Texans became the fourth team in as many weeks to sit first overall in the ...
Chiefs drop Saints to 0-3 with 27-24 win in OT
As Kansas City kicker Ryan Succop lined up for a 31-yard field goal in overtime, fans started filing out of the Superdome. Those who stuck around ...
Saints drop to 0-3 after 27-24 OT loss to Chiefs
Remember the hard-luck Saints of old — that mistake-prone franchise that routinely crumbled in crunch time? In their first three games since coach ...
Union asks NFL owners to end officials lockout
The NFL players' union sent an open letter to team owners calling for an end to the lockout of on-field officials and hinting that it's a violation ...
QB Newton helps lead Panthers over Saints 35-27
Cam Newton says the attitude is changing in Carolina. The second-year quarterback said there's a new swagger and confidence permeating the ...
Stingy 49ers defense denies Detroit in 27-19 win
Alex Smith had rallied his team for a late victory against the Lions last fall at Ford Field, and had no intention of cutting it close this time on ...
Cards, Eagles unbeaten while Saints sinking at 0-2
The Arizona Cardinals and Philadelphia Eagles are still perfect, surprising standouts on the NFL's quickly dwindling list of undefeated teams.
Newton leads Panthers past Saints 35-27
Cam Newton talked all week about how much better the Carolina Panthers were on offense then they showed in their season opener. He proved it on Sunday
Patriots on top of AP Pro32 power rankings
While Tom Brady cares for his damaged nose, New England Patriots fans can gain comfort from having their team lead the AP Pro32 power rankings.
49ers, Cowboys, Redskins, Jets start well
Yes, it's one game in a four-month season. Many teams that sizzle in September disappear in December. Yet the statements made by the 49ers, Cowboys, ...
Bucs make Schiano only new coach to win Sunday
Greg Schiano separated himself from every other new NFL head coach who spent Sunday on the sideline. He won. The first-year guy with the Tampa Bay ...
Griffin stars and Redskins down Saints 40-32
Robert Griffin III lifted his head from the Superdome turf so he could witness the fruits of his sacrifice, then raised both arms in the air as he ...
Griffin shines as Redskins down Saints, 40-32
Robert Griffin III brought his Heisman Trophy swagger to New Orleans and made his NFL debut look like a Big Easy. Showing a veteran's composure by ...