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Packers tight end Spencer Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:38:56 +0000

Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Cowboys.

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Stanback has landed on his feet with Patriots

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +0000

On the day the Dallas Cowboys made final cuts this summer, Isaiah Stanback prepared himself for an uncomfortable prospect. He could wake up as an NFL wide receiver and by night be looking for his next team. “I was definitely aware,’’ Stanback said.

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Packers Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:01:44 +0000

Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

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Packers TE Havner fined $5K for late hit (AP)

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:57:06 +0000

Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Havner was flagged for a 15-yard penalty with 11:21 left in the first half for shoving a player in the Cowboys' bench area at Lambeau Field. League spokesman Randall Liu confirmed the fine against Havner on Friday.

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Packers Havner fined $5K for late hit vs. Cowboys

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:55:13 +0000

Green Bay Packers tight end Spencer Havner has been fined $5,000 for a late hit out of bounds during last week's 17-7 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

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Open challenge: Dallas Cowboys' Austin must beat more intense coverage

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:08:00 +0000

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Noon start means visor for Dallas Cowboys WR Williams

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:35:00 +0000

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Haynesworth a game-time decision for Sunday

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:26:25 +0000

Pro Bowl defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth (ankle) will be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys at the new Cowboys Stadium, Coach Jim Zorn said today after practice at Redskins Park. "Albert was on the treadmill today working," Zorn said. "It'll be a game-time decision whether he can go or not. I'm going to lean more toward having him up [active], seeing what he can do. "I'm an optimistic person and I'm definitely going to wish that for myself with Albert because we'd love to have him on the field. But it will be a game-time situation."

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Week 11: Washington Redskins vs. Dallas Cowboys

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:33:51 +0000

The Cowboys begin a two-game homestand when they host the Redskins on Sunday. The Redskins come into Dallas riding high off their win against the Denver Broncos. Quarterback Jason Campbell is having a rough season as he's 168 for 254 for 1,870 yards with 10 TD's and eight interceptions. He's also been sacked 28 times this season. Campbell has been throwing the ball well but no one is catching it. Receiver Santana Moss is still producing with 35 receptions for 508 yards and two TDs, but second year receivers Malcolm Kelly and Devin Thomas haven't produced as they've been expected to. Kelly and Thomas have played in every game this season but have just nine receptions each and have 203 yards combined. Running backs Ladell Betts and Mike Sellers have more receptions then Kelly and Thomas. The running game has also been mediocre for the Redskins. Clinton Portis is the leading back for the Redskins, but missed last week's game against the Broncos with a concussion and is out for this game. Ladell ...

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Start 'em and sit 'em: Your Week 11 fantasy football guide

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:31:00 +0000

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Defense prepares for Cowboys' attack

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:42:20 +0000

The Redskins gave up 40- and 75-yard touchdown passes in the first quarter of their Week 10 victory over the Denver Broncos. Obviously, the defense must do a better job Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys at the new Cowboys Stadium. "Well the big plays come from [Dallas quarterback] Tony Romo," secondary coach Jerry Gray said. "He scrambles a lot, and does a lot of things to get guys open, and receivers are always working down the field. You see Miles Austin, all of the sudden he comes up with a 200-yard game because he works after the catch. It's not just, 'I'm going to beat you.' He actually works to get open, and he does a great job. That's really what you want to do when you've got a wide receiver like that." The Redskins' defense ranks No. 1 against the pass, giving up an average of 162.7 yards and

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DMN staff picks (11/20)

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:30:00 +0000

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This year, Romo will see a new pass rush

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:50:23 +0000

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo has taken a lot of heat for his poor performance late in the season and during the playoffs. But Romo sure knows how to extend plays, Coach Jim Zorn said. "It is just awful to have to cover longer than you really want to," Zorn said. "We've got to try to get to him and make him be concerned about" the pass rush. poll by twiigs.com The Redskins (3-6) are last in the NFC East and the Cowboys (6-3) are atop the division. For the Redskins to pull closer to the Cowboys, they must corral Romo in the pocket and end passing plays quickly. "When he extends, when he moves around, when he flinches the ball, it causes the secondary, the linebackers, to hesitate, to go, to move," Zorn said. "And then if he can pull it down and have time to hit somebody else,

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Pain management: Injuries testing Dallas Cowboys

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:52:00 +0000

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Jerry Jones favors more touches for Felix Jones

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:44:00 +0000

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Head coach Wade Phillips wants to stay with the Cowboys

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:40:20 +0000

Cowboys head coach Wade Phillips is solely focusing on factors that he can control.

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Portis will miss Cowboys clash with concussion

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:18:22 +0000

Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis will miss his second straight game as he recovers from a concussion. Coach Jim Zorn on Thursday ruled Portis out for Sunday's game at Dallas. Portis has not been able to practice since he was injured in a helmet-to-helmet hit against Atlanta. Ladell Betts is set to start for Portis for the second consecutive week. Zorn says defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth remains a game-time decision with a sprained left ankle.

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Dallas Cowboys CB Mike Jenkins learns the art of game film

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:01:00 +0000

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Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis ruled out vs. Dallas Cowboys

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:49:55 +0000

Redskins running back Clinton Portis will miss his second straight game as he recovers from a concussion.

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Portis ruled out; Haynesworth a gameday decision

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:20:10 +0000

Running back Clinton Portis (concussion) was officially ruled out of Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys, but he might accompany the team on the trip, Coach Jim Zorn said today after practice. "Clinton is going to continue to be monitored, he's going to continue to be checked, but we're not going to play him this week," Zorn said. Portis suffered a concussion early in a 31-17 loss in Week 9 to the Atlanta Falcons and sat out Washington's 27-17 victory in Week 10 over the Denver Broncos. Portis's vision "is just a little bit blurry," Zorn said. "It's just foggy enough for me to not trust. I want to see him practice.

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Fletcher, defense work to stop Romo, big plays

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:11:10 +0000

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo often has succeeded at eluding pass rushers in the pocket. His ability to move well and give receivers more time to break free from coverage has resulted in many big plays for the Cowboys in Romo's four seasons as a starter. "He is a tough quarterback. He has great pocket awareness," middle linebacker London Fletcher said. "He has a great ability to extend plays, to buy time. He knows how to get everything out of a play. He's good at that." Although Romo struggled against pressure in the Cowboys' 17-7 loss in Week 10 to the Green Bay Packers, he is capable of making things happen even against an effective pass rush, players said. And the Cowboys have made players capable of helping Romo produce long gains. Also, the Redskins gave up 40- and 75-yard touchdown passes in the first quarter of their 27-17 victory

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Orakpo, defense learn from Cowboys' game

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:41:47 +0000

The Green Bay Packers had five sacks and pressured quarterback Tony Romo throughout their 17-7 victory last week over the Dallas Cowboys. Redskins defensive end Andre Carter has eight sacks, rookie defensive end/strong-side linebacker Brian Orakpo has seven and Cowboys starting right tackle Marc Colombo is sidelined for the remainder of the season because of a broken left fibula. Romo has been sacked 22 times overall, third-year tackle Doug Free will make his first career start Sunday against the Redskins at Cowboys Stadium and Washington's improved pass rush has provided reason for optimism in a battle of NFC East rivals, players said. "We feel like our pass rush has been definitely a strength for us this season, especially lately," middle linebacker London Fletcher said. "Andre and Brian have been able to create a lot of pressure on the quarterback and also been able to get some sacks. The back end,

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For Betts, what happens after contact is key

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:06:07 +0000

Ladell Betts is a "low-maintainence" back. He practices hard, eagerly approaches whatever running play is called and always runs hard. "We didn't change the run game necessarily to accommodate Ladell [Betts]. We ran our stuff," Coach Jim Zorn said. "And what he did was push up into the hole, and ran through and fought for yardage." And he gained yards after being hit, which is key for a successful rushing attack, Zorn said. "Some of the 114-yard game he had -- I don't know how many yards were after contact -- but he had some after-contact yards," Zorn said. "That's a huge issue for him, and he worked it and so did Rock [Cartwright]. They worked extra to get that extra yardage, and that kept those chains moving for us." With the Redskins (3-6) facing the NFC East-leading Dallas Cowboys (6-3), they must continue to keep the running game going,

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NFL VP of officiating acknowledges blown call in Cowboys-Packers game

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:51:55 +0000

Mike Pereira, NFL VP of officiating, admitted to a blown call in the Cowboys-Packers game.

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Two backups will get their shot for Dallas Cowboys

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:43:00 +0000

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Face to face: Haynesworth, Dallas Cowboys' Gurode meet for first time in regular-season game since ugly incident

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:42:00 +0000

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Dallas Cowboys' Garrett says focus is still on balance

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:37:00 +0000

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Zorn says Portis 'very doubtful' to play

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:43:25 +0000

Coach Jim Zorn stopped short of ruling Clinton Portis out for Sunday's game at Dallas, but he said the Redskins' star running back is "very doubtful" to play. "But I don't want to count him out," Zorn said Wednesday after practice. Portis wasn't present at practice and is at risk of missing his second game since suffering a concussion - the second of his career -- on Nov. 8 in Atlanta. Zorn said Portis worked out early Wednesday morning -- to get "a little sweat going," Zorn said -- and Portis experienced some blurriness. Portis attended the weekly team meeting but left Redskins Park to visit a Washington doctor and missed the running backs' position meeting. Zorn laid out a timeline that makes it seem very doubtful Portis will be ready for action against the Cowboys. Even if he stops experiencing symptoms, coaches want to wait a full 24 hours and retest

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Gurode, Haynesworth set to meet again (AP)

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:40:44 +0000

Plastic surgery fixed the physical scars on Dallas Cowboys center Andre Gurode's forehead after he was cleated in the face by Albert Haynesworth three years ago. Gurode says there are no lingering effects of that dirty play as he prepares to face Haynesworth in a regular season game for the first time since the incident.

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Campbell: A big game in Big D

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:55:32 +0000

Quarterback Jason Campbell had one of the best games in his career last season while leading the Redskins to a 26-24 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at Texas Stadium. Campbell completed 20 of 31 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns with no interceptions. He had a 108.4 passer rating while leading the Redskins to only their second victory in the last 13 games in Texas. The Redskins on Sunday make their first appearance and the new Cowboys Stadium, and Campbell is eager to face the NFC East leaders again. "It's a big game," Campbell said. "First and foremost, it's an NFC game. We're on the road, we're already behind in the conference. For us, each game is a playoff game for us, from this point on to the rest of the season. So every game is magnitude at the highest level you can get." Although the Cowboys (6-3) are

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RT Doug Free will start for the Dallas Cowboys

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:15:13 +0000

Doug Free will start at right tackle in place of the injured Marc Colombo on Sunday.

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Ravens turn to Cundiff in quest for kicker

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:59:12 +0000

The Baltimore Ravens have signed kicker Billy Cundiff, who once enjoyed success with the Dallas Cowboys and was perfect in a brief stint with Cleveland this season. The 29-year-old Cundiff replaces an ineffective Steve Hauschka, who was cut Tuesday after missing a field goal and having an extra point blocked in Monday night's 16-0 win over the Browns. Cundiff has made 66 of 89 field-goal attempts.

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Baltimore signs kicker Cundiff

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:33:40 +0000

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) -- The Baltimore Ravens have signed kicker Billy Cundiff, who once enjoyed success with the Dallas Cowboys and was perfect in a brief stint with Cleveland this season.

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If this isn't Free's time, Dallas Cowboys should cut him loose

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:58:00 +0000

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Rash of penalties unusual for Cowboys' Witten

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:56:00 +0000

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Point-counterpoint

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:27:00 +0000

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Scouting the Redskins: QBs feeling Orakpo's impact

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:22:00 +0000

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In no rush to run: Dallas Cowboys neglecting ground game

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:17:00 +0000

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Changes I Saw From The Packers-Cowboys Game

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:22:15 +0000

Plenty of debate topics came out of the Packers' 17-7 win over the Cowboys on Sunday. It was a much-needed win for Green Bay, who got themselves back into the playoff picture. There were some things that I noticed, along with things I believe were confirmed on Sunday: 1.) Charles Woodson is the best overall cornerback in the league, but then again, we already knew that. 2.) It was nice to see the offense get back to committing to the run and running slant plays. The most encouraging sign for us were the plays Rodgers got the ball and turned and threw to Driver instantly. Whenever the corners are playing six or eight yards off of Driver or Jennings, it's a cheap five yards if they do that. 3.) Aaron Kampman is easily the biggest liability in the 3-4. Kampman has been having serious issues getting to the quarterback, and his coverage skills are well below average. Without him in there, I believe it was easier for Dom Capers to be much more exotic with his blitz packages, ensuring that he didn't ...

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Cowboys Injury Report Nov. 17

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:01:14 +0000

The Cowboys came into Green Bay the healthiest team in the league, but the injury bug finally bit the Cowboys. Offensive lineman Marc Colombo broke his left fibula in the second series for the Cowboys offense. Owner Jerry Jones said that Colombo is out for the season, but the Cowboys haven't put him on injured reserve yet, hoping that he can be ready in case the Cowboys go on a deep playoff run. Wade Phillips hasn't said who will take Colombo's place but did say that Doug Free was "fine" in Colombo's place during the game. Safety Ken Hamlin suffered a high ankle sprain in Sunday's game and will be out two to four weeks. Rookie Mike Hamlin has been activated, but it'll be either Pat Watkins or Alan Ball (who took over at Hamlin's spot after he left the game) who starts in Ken Hamlin's place. Cornerback Mike Jenkins bruised his forearm during Sunday's game and came out twice because of the injury but said that he won't miss any of Sunday's game. Coach Phillips said the same thing about him, ...

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Live chat: Jean-Jacques Taylor on Dallas-area sports

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:48:00 +0000

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Time has come for young Dallas Cowboys tackle

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 04:22:00 +0000

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Giants say hello after good bye

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:20:00 +0000

While the Giants were enjoying their much-needed bye week, there was carnage in the NFC East on Sunday. The Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys were both dragged back to the pack by disheartening losses.

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Dallas Cowboys must forget loss, take care of business

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:56:00 +0000

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By the numbers

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:31:00 +0000

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Pain, uncertainty follow Dallas Cowboys' loss

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:27:00 +0000

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Redskins' Portis Still Feeling Concussion Effects

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:10:56 +0000

ASHBURN, Va. (AP) -- Clinton Portis is still experiencing ''a little blurriness'' from his concussion, making it uncertain whether the Washington Redskins running back will play next week against Dallas.

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Is Wade Phillips the Dallas Cowboys Head Coach? Does it Matter?

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:02:34 +0000

"Everything rises and falls on leadership." I do not know who first said that. I first heard it from a preacher named Lee Roberson, back in the '70s. Then, John Maxwell popularized it in more recent memory. Whoever said it, said it right. All you can really add to it is, "Amen." The Dallas Cowboys are a team in desperate need of a leader. Plenty of players have emerged as positive locker room and field leaders, not the least of which is Keith Brooking. But the dearth of leadership on the sideline is ominous and distressing to the Cowboys faithful. Last weekend, before the Green Bay game, my wife and I went to dinner with her parents. For my father-in-law and me, the subject turned, as it often does, to the Dallas Cowboys. We were talking about this very subject: the dreadful state of the head coaching position. Coming off that huge win in Philly, my father-in-law was optimistic and hopeful. "You know, Gene," he said, "They don't really have a head coach. They have an offensive and a ...

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Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis still feeling concussion effects

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:50:58 +0000

Clinton Portis is still experiencing "a little blurriness" from his concussion, making it uncertain whether the Redskins running back will play next week against the Cowboys.

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Your Turn: Got a question for Marion Barber?

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:21:22 +0000

Sporting News If you have a question for Cowboys running back Marion Barber , email it along with your name and hometown to kbradley@sportingnews.com and we'll have them answer five of the best ones in a future issue of Sporting News magazine.

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