Lions not looking at bye with banged-up Matthew Stafford, Calvin JohnsonALLEN PARK, Mich. — Calvin Johnson struggled to simply walk out of Ford Field. At 2-2, defending NFC champion Arizona Cardinals struggling to take flightTEMPE, Ariz. — A shade better than mediocre was good enough last season for the Arizona Cardinals, who parlayed a 9-7 record into an improbable run to the Super Bowl. In The Pits: Kahne puts spotlight on debris cautions with critical commentsCHARLOTTE, N.C. — It was just a little over two years ago when two-time series champion Tony Stewart accused NASCAR officials of “playing God” by manipulating races through phantom debris cautions. Former Astros manager Phil Garner among candidates for Houston jobHOUSTON — The Astros will interview 10 candidates over the next week to become the team’s next manager, including former skipper Phil Garner. 49ers’ Bly says he was wrong to show off after interception against FalconsSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Dre’ Bly took Mike Singletary’s usual spot at the podium in a team meeting room and apologized. Profusely. His coach watched the whole thing. Undefeated, but not quite perfect, McDaniels gives Broncos the day offENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Unlike the coach he learned from, Josh McDaniels of the Broncos doesn’t shy from showing a little emotion. FERGUSON ON GOLF: Ryder Cup different pressure, same expectationsSAN FRANCISCO — This had all the trappings of an international incident, at least by golf’s standards. Florida QB Tim Tebow still undergoing some post-concussion testingGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Tim Tebow is still undergoing post-concussion evaluations. Ugly one: Browns get first win despite outbreak of dropped passes in 6-3 win over inept BillsBEREA, Ohio — As the chilly, Western New York winds whipped past, Browns coach Eric Mangini was handed the game ball after his first win for Cleveland. Carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas goes missing soon after unveilingORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — A chain saw carving of former Buffalo Bills running back Thurman Thomas is missing from a parking lot across from Ralph Wilson stadium, a day after it was unveiled. 49ers defenders Lewis, Ulbrich could be out for remainder of seasonSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Two San Francisco 49ers defenders with concussions could be done for the season. California teen collapses and dies during high school basketball gameCONCORD, Calif. — An autopsy is scheduled to determine what caused a California teen to collapse and die during a high school basketball game. Wildcats receiver says refs got the call wrong on crucial, weird play against HuskiesTUCSON, Ariz. — Arizona wide receiver Delashaun Dean says he will never wear those football shoes again, not after that weird play in Seattle. United midfielder Santino Quaranta out 4-6 months with broken bone in footWASHINGTON — D.C. United midfielder Santino Quaranta will be sidelined four to six months with a foot injury. Rev. Moon turning control of Unification Church over to his 3 sonsSEOUL, South Korea — The Rev. Sun Myung Moon, now approaching 90 and still one of the world’s most controversial religious figures, is handing over day-to-day control of his Unification Church to three U.S.-educated sons. Utes back in national rankings at No. 24SALT LAKE CITY — It didn’t take Utah very long to climb back into the national rankings. Titans lose another defensive back; Harper has surgery on broken forearm, out up to 6 weeksNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Titans cornerback Nick Harper will be out up to six weeks after surgery on a broken right forearm. United midfielder Santino Quaranta out 4-6 weeks with broken bone in footWASHINGTON — D.C. United midfielder Santino Quaranta will be sidelined four to six months with a foot injury. Quick wins by Dodgers, Angels and Yankees cut short advertising sales at TBSLOS ANGELES — Baseball fans in Los Angeles and New York may be thrilled their teams swept into the league championship series — but for broadcaster TBS, the fun may be over all too soon. Jon Quick loses shutout late, but still lifts Kings to 2-1 win over IslandersUNIONDALE, N.Y. — Jon Quick made 28 saves, and Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty scored to lift the surging Los Angeles Kings to a 2-1 victory over the winless New York Islanders on Monday. Kings-Islanders Sums
Rockies manager flip-flops Garrett Atkins, Yorvit Torrealba for Game 4 against PhilliesDENVER — Colorado Rockies manager Jim Tracy juggled his lineup again, flip-flopping Garrett Atkins and Yorvit Torrealba for Game 4 of the playoffs against the Philadelphia Phillies. No London calling for Bridget Sloan, who hopes to be busy at world gymnastic championshipsLONDON — When Bridget Sloan’s friends heard she was coming to London, one asked her to bring back pictures from a Chelsea game. First-place Bengals still grieving death of defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer’s wifeCINCINNATI — The fourth quarter was starting, and the game was getting crazy. In the Cincinnati Bengals defensive huddle, players blocked out the raucous Baltimore crowd and reminded each other that a lot more was at stake than first place. Top return man Allen Rossum released by 49ers, creating roster room for Michael CrabtreeSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Top return man Allen Rossum was released by the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, creating roster room for newly signed rookie receiver Michael Crabtree. Mine That Bird set for Breeders’ Cup Classic on Nov. 7; Derby winner to remain at Santa AnitaARCADIA, Calif. — Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird will remain at Santa Anita and point to the Breeders’ Cup Classic on Nov. 7. Mills and Bogar can speak to Houston; Farrell says he hasn’t thought about Indians jobBOSTON — The Houston Astros have received permission from Boston to speak to coaches Tim Bogar and Brad Mills about their open managerial job. A-Rod’s swinging strong, but starting pitching in prime form for Yankees after sweep of TwinsMINNEAPOLIS — CC Sabathia was superb, A.J. Burnett followed suit and Andy Pettitte added to his resume of postseason success. David Jones scores short-handed goal to lift Avalanche over Bruins 4-3BOSTON — David Jones scored a short-handed goal to lift the Colorado Avalanche over the Boston Bruins 4-3 on Monday. Avalanche-Bruins Sums
Correction: Silverdome Sale storyPONTIAC, Mich. — In an Oct. 8 story about selling the Silverdome stadium, The Associated Press reported erroneously the purpose of an auction deposit. A $250,000 deposit is required to submit a bid and participate in the auction, not to tour the Silverdome, according to Williams & Williams, the Tulsa, Okla.-based company conducting the auction. NFL looking into circumstances surrounding Browns running back James Davis’ shoulder injuryBEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns coach Eric Mangini said he’s cooperating with the NFL in its investigation into rookie running back James Davis’ mysterious season-ending shoulder injury. Jauron says Bills LBs Mitchell and Buggs out for season; both need knee surgeryORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills coach Dick Jauron says middle linebackers Kawika Mitchell and Marcus Buggs will miss the rest of the season because of knee injuries. Another blow to Redskins’ o-line: Left tackle Samuels to miss at least 1 game with injuryASHBURN, Va. — Washington Redskins left tackle Chris Samuels will miss next week’s game against Kansas City, another blow to an already fragile offensive line. Michigan bans all bags for remaining home games at Michigan Stadium, citing securityANN ARBOR, Mich. — Bags will be banned from Michigan Stadium for security reasons for the remainder of the football season. |
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