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Lions RB Smith not long-term solution?
• There is growing concern over the effectiveness of Lions RB Kevin Smith . Although he has been effective near the goal line, at home and in close games, Smith's overall performance has left a lot to be desired. He hasn't shown the ability to break long runs, isn't a creative runner and ...
Lions' Jim Schwartz showing patience to Kevin Smith that rest of roster isn't receiving
Lions' Jim Schwartz showing patience to Kevin Smith that rest of roster isn't receiving
mlive.com — Smith doesn't have the breakaway speed of the league's top-level running backs, but appears in no danger... of losing his status as Detroit's workhorse. (more) Lions' Jim Schwartz showing patience to Kevin Smith that ...
RB Kevin Smith Misses Practice
RB Kevin Smith Misses Practice
lionsgab.com — Running back Kevin Smith (shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday, Mlive.com reports. Smith is the teams leading... rusher with 393 yards on the ground with three touchdowns. Next on the list is Maurice Morris, who has just 106 yards, so losing Smith vs the Seahakws would be a big blow. (more) RB Kevin Smith Misses Practice
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[Lions] Lions RB Kevin Smith Not A Long-Term Solution?
Gridironfans.com — ... There is growing concern over the effectiveness of Lions RB Kevin Smith. He hasn't shown the ability to break long runs, isn't a creative runner and doesn't add a lot to the passing game. For now, he'll handle the tough yards, and he mostly has run hard in his two seasons but the Lions could lean in another direction long term at running back. Source: Pro Football Weekly ...

[Eagles] Eagles Still Have A Role For LB Jeremiah Trotter
Gridironfans.com — ... The Eagles maintain they'll find a home for MLB Jeremiah Trotter, who became yesterday's news when the team traded for Will Witherspoon. Still, Andy Reid insists that the team has a package of plays for Trotter, who was brought in to help stop the run, and they'll continue forward with the plan as he gets himself back into football condition Source: Pro Football Weekly ...

[Cardinals] Cardinals Remain High On WR Early Doucet
Gridironfans.com — ... Despite the fact he has yet to catch a pass this season, Pro Football Weekly hears the Cardinals remain high on 2008 third-round WR Early Doucet. "The biggest thing with him has been injuries," said one team insider. "Last year it was shoulder and rib injuries that set him back. This year it's been a hamstring. But they haven't given up on him. He continues to look good in practice, and we should see plenty from him down the road." Source: Pro Football Weekly ...

The Morning After: November 3, 2009
Sparty and Friends — ... that the Phillies apparently cheated to win.  They should not be allowed to bat Chase Utley as often as they do.  If any Yankee fan says that they rather trade a loss on the road to win it at home, they are crazy.  Things just became very serious for the Yanks. How long until Larry Johnson and Chris Chambers end up in New England? Another big time coach is going to be linked to the Skins, now it is Mike Holmgren. The Eagles are not giving up on Jeremiah Trotter.  However, Giants fans may be giving up on Antonio ...

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