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AP Pro Football WriterMatchup of division leaders isn't quite what you'd expectBy BARRY WILNERIn this strangest of NFL seasons in this weirdest of years, here's a matchup of division leaders you wouldn't expect: Seattle hosting the New York Giants.Certainly the Seahawks on top of the tough NFC West is...

Associated PressFalcons' Julio Jones says he's completely healthy for openerBy GEORGE HENRYFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) All-Pro receiver Julio Jones said Thursday that he is 100 percent healthy with the Atlanta Falcons' opener three days away at Chicago.Jones had right foot surgery in March and took just eight snaps...

Jaguars to interview Linehan for potential OC replacementJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars plan to interview former Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator Scott Linehan for their offensive coordinator job.Linehan is scheduled to meet with coach Doug Marrone this weekend. Linehan was out of the NFL the past year after...

AP Sports WriterRamsey has remorse for not getting 'money's worth' vs GreenBy MARK LONGJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jalen Ramsey wanted to sit down for this one.The second-year pro and budding star dispelled rumors, discussed his emotions and delivered more trash talk.Speaking publicly for the first time...

AP Pro Football WriterD.K. Metcalf shared experiences, lessons with 547 rookiesBy ROB MAADDID.K. Metcalf says the best advice he received as a rookie was to sit down last at team meetings.Metcalf shared his experience as a first-year wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks with 547 players in the NFL’s...

AP Pro Football WriterBroncos fire offensive coordinator Rich ScangarelloBy ARNIE STAPLETONDENVER (AP) The Denver Broncos are looking for their fifth offensive coordinator in five seasons after Vic Fangio changed his mind about keeping his coaching staff intact and fired Rich Scangarello on Sunday.Scangarello, a disciple of San Francisco...

CENTENNIAL, Colo. (AP) Except for the few who already have donned cap and gown, most of the 330 prospects heading to the NFL Combine next week have put their pursuits of a college degree on hold so they can focus on their football futures. They've traded campus life for high-tech...

AP Sports WriterBengals TE Tyler Eifert out for season with back injuryBy JOE KAYCINCINNATI (AP) Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert will miss the rest of the season with a back injury that has put his career in jeopardy.The fifth-year veteran missed half of last season with ankle and...

Associated PressNFL auditioning Orlando as permanent Pro Bowl homeBy TERRANCE HARRISORLANDO, Fla. (AP) As the NFL plays its first Pro Bowl in Orlando, wondering if it can be a long-term landing point for the beleaguered all-star game, Drew Brees can't help but think about what was left behind.The...

AP Sports WriterLions eyeing matchup with Fitzgerald, Cardinals in openerBy NOAH TRISTERALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) Detroit cornerback Darius Slay recalls a time earlier in his career when he went up against Larry Fitzgerald, and the star receiver was able to beat the coverage.Fitzgerald immediately explained why to his...

AP Sports WriterGiants O-Line coach Colombo wants nasty, detailed groupBy TOM CANAVANMarc Colombo was nasty when he played tackle for the Dallas Cowboys - and that's just the attitude he expects from his offensive line with the New York Giants.Speaking to the media for the first time since being...

AP Pro Football WriterAre Raiders that bad? Are Dolphins that good? They meet nextBy BARRY WILNERThere have been some classic games between the Oakland Raiders and Miami Dolphins. While Sunday's meeting doesn't carry the weight of a playoff contest between two powers, it certainly brings plenty of intrigue.Such as:...