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Rams RB Todd Gurley ruled out for showdown with NinersLOS ANGELES (AP) Running back Todd Gurley won't play in the Los Angeles Rams' divisional meeting with the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers on Sunday because of a bruised left thigh.The Rams confirmed Gurley is out while they signed running...

AP Sports Writer54-51 heroes Everett, Ebukam stepping up again for RamsBy GREG BEACHAMTHOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) Gerald Everett and Samson Ebukam were the most improbable heroes to emerge from the Los Angeles Rams' epic 54-51 victory over Kansas City last season.The Rams are expecting more big performances from...

Seahawks could be down 2 offensive linemen vs. BrownsRENTON, Wash. (AP) The Seattle Seahawks could be without starting offensive linemen Duane Brown and D.J. Fluker for Sunday's game at Cleveland.Brown and Fluker were both listed as doubtful on Friday's injury report. Fluker left Seattle's game against the Los...

AP Sports WriterDespite losing to Patriots, New York Giants showed promiseBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Getting beaten by 21 points in a game filled with major mistakes might not be a reason for optimism for most teams.It is for the New York Giants (2-4) despite the refusal...

AP Pro Football WriterElway says not trading stars, will see team through diveBy ARNIE STAPLETONDENVER (AP) John Elway says that despite Denver's 1-4 start, none of his veteran players are on the trading block and the general manager remains committed to seeing his beloved Broncos out of their...

AP Pro Football WriterJets' Darnold eager to play, not worried about taking hitsBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) Sam Darnold stepped to the podium as the New York Jets' starting quarterback again, his once-swollen spleen no longer keeping him from playing in a game.Nearly a month of...

AP Pro Football WriterNFL reveals top characters, numbers 31-100By BARRY WILNERFrom a sackmaster defensive tackle to a do-everything running back, the list of the NFL's greatest characters, numbers 31-100, is impressive.As much for their personalities as their impressive performances on the field.The NFL revealed results Friday night of balloting...

AP Pro Football WriterBroncos sign fullback Andy Janovich to three-year dealBy ARNIE STAPLETONENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Andy Janovich won't be getting sleek new wheels after signing a three-year extension with the Denver Broncos on Friday worth $5.7 million.''No, I'll probably hang on to that for a while,'' Janovich said...

AP Sports WriterSteelers rookie QB Hodges to start vs. ChargersBy WILL GRAVESPITTSBURGH (AP) It's officially ''Duck'' season for the Pittsburgh Steelers.The Steelers ruled quarterback Mason Rudolph out for Sunday's visit to the Los Angeles Chargers while he continues to recover from a concussion, meaning undrafted rookie free agent...

Chargers' Henry, Ingram listed as questionable vs. SteelersCOSTA MESA, Calif. (AP) Tight end Hunter Henry took part in all drills during the Los Angeles Chargers' practice Friday, leaving open the possibility that he could play in Sunday night's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.Henry has missed the past four...

Jets LB Mosley, G Osemele, DE Anderson doubtful vs. CowboysFLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets are unlikely to have linebacker C.J. Mosley, left guard Kelechi Osemele or defensive end Henry Anderson against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday because of injuries.All three are listed as doubtful for...

AP Sports WriterDespite losing to Patriots, New York Giants showed promiseBy TOM CANAVANEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Getting beaten by 21 points in a game filled with major mistakes might not be a reason for optimism for most teams.It is for the New York Giants (2-4) despite the refusal...