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AP Sports WriterDolphins' playoff hopes crushed in 29-13 loss to ChiefsBy DAVE SKRETTAKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Dolphins needed to beat the Kansas City Chiefs at frosty Arrowhead Stadium on Sunday, then have six other scenarios break their way, to have any hope of reaching the postseason.They couldn't...

With Hurns uncertain, Jags promote Strong to active rosterJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars have promoted receiver Jaelen Strong to the active roster, an indication Allen Hurns will miss his sixth consecutive game.To make room on the roster Saturday, the Jaguars (10-4) waived/injured first-year receiver Larry Pinkard (concussion).Hurns...

AP Pro Football WriterBroncos rule out receivers Sanders and LatimerBy ARNIE STAPLETONENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Injured wide receivers Emmanuel Sanders and Cody Latimer didn't make the Denver Broncos' trip to Washington and will miss Sunday's game against the Redskins.Sanders has been dealing with a sprained ankle and Latimer a...

Raiders say there's 'good chance' WR Amari Cooper will playALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) Coach Jack Del Rio says there's a ''good chance'' the Oakland Raiders will have receiver Amari Cooper back after he missed last week's game with a sprained ankle.Cooper was listed as questionable on Saturday for the...

Steelers cut sack leader, 5-time Pro Bowler James HarrisonPITTSBURGH (AP) James Harrison's long tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers is over.The AFC North champions released the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker and 2008 NFL defensive player of the year on Saturday to make room for right tackle Marcus Gilbert. Gilbert...

Associated PressVeteran CB Haden on track to return for Steelers vs. TexansBy DAN SCIFOPITTSBURGH (AP) Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joe Haden isn't taking anything for granted.The eight-year veteran, who has never played in the playoffs, experienced a scare when he broke his leg a month ago against Indianapolis. Five...

Steelers cut 5-time Pro Bowler James HarrisonPITTSBURGH (AP) James Harrison's long tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers is over.The AFC North champions released the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker and 2008 NFL defensive player of the year on Saturday to make room for right tackle Marcus Gilbert. Gilbert is returning...

Saints receiver Thomas a late addition to injury reportMETAIRIE, La. (AP) The New Orleans Saints have added leading receiver Michael Thomas to their injury report in advance of Sunday's game against Atlanta.The club says Thomas, whose status was updated Saturday, has a hamstring injury. He is questionable for...

WR Maclin inactive for Ravens vs ColtsBALTIMORE (AP) The Baltimore Ravens have placed receiver Jeremy Maclin on the inactive list for their game against the Indianapolis Colts.Maclin did not practice in the days leading up to Saturday's matchup after he got hurt last Sunday in Cleveland. He has...

Steelers cut 5-time Pro Bowler James HarrisonPITTSBURGH (AP) James Harrison's long tenure with the Pittsburgh Steelers is over.The AFC North champions released the five-time Pro Bowl linebacker and 2008 NFL defensive player of the year on Saturday to make room for right tackle Marcus Gilbert. Gilbert is returning...

AP Sports WriterSaints' Mauti lost large intestine, then saved NFL careerBy BRETT MARTELNEW ORLEANS (AP) New Orleans Saints linebacker Michael Mauti became so fearful of food in recent years that even the thought of a holiday dinner gave him high anxiety.Not wanting to cut short an NFL career...

AP Sports WriterHandling distractions: Panthers can reach playoffs with winBy STEVE REEDCHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) The Carolina Panthers find themselves on the brink of clinching a playoff spot despite a season filled with off-field distractions.The Panthers (10-4) can reach the postseason for the fourth time in the last five...