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GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) The Packers' offense has changed a little from the last time center Corey Linsley snapped a football to Aaron Rodgers. More passing. Less running. It is in large part by necessity as the Packers adjust their plans following the spate of injuries that have sapped depth at...

Bucs go for fourth straight win over NFC South rival FalconsBy The Associated PressATLANTA (5-3) at TAMPA BAY (3-4)Thursday, 8:25 p.m. EDT, NFL NetworkOPENING LINE - Falcons by 2 1/2RECORD VS. SPREAD - Atlanta 5-3, Tampa Bay 3-4SERIES RECORD - Buccaneers lead 24-22LAST MEETING - Buccaneers beat Falcons 31-24,...

Brooks looking for more success against Brees, SaintsSANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) Ahmad Brooks is no stranger to Saints quarterback Drew Brees. Some of the biggest plays of the 49ers linebacker's career have come against the Super Bowl-winning quarterback.''Maybe I just have a ray of light over me when...

AP Sports WriterJerry said what? Cowboys' Prescott OK with latest from bossBy SCHUYLER DIXONFRISCO, Texas (AP) The questions came at Dak Prescott almost as fast as the numerous Philadelphia pass rushers that made the Dallas quarterback look more like a rookie than any opponent so far.How could he...

AP Sports WriterRedskins' Williams suspended 4 games for substance abuseBy STEPHEN WHYNOWashington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams was suspended four games Tuesday for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.It's his second four-game suspension and first since 2011. He tested positive for marijuana multiple times over the summer of 2011...

AP Sports WriterJets' Marshall nearly cried, thinking he was being tradedBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.NEW YORK (AP) Brandon Marshall was so worried he was being traded by the New York Jets that he nearly shed a tear.The star wide receiver was getting ready to appear on CBS Sports Network's...

Titans put Johnson on reserve/retired list, promote McBrideNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Tennessee Titans have placed wide receiver Andre Johnson on the reserve/retired list and replaced him on the roster by promoting receiver Tre McBride from the practice squad.The Titans announced the moves Tuesday.Johnson informed the Titans (4-4) of...

AP Sports WriterRedskins' Williams suspended 4 games for substance abuseBy STEPHEN WHYNOWashington Redskins left tackle Trent Williams was suspended four games Tuesday for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.It's his second four-game suspension and first since 2011. He tested positive for marijuana multiple times over the summer of 2011...

Associated PressEagles player charged for pot, gun after traffic stopBy JOSH CORNFIELDA Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver was charged Tuesday with possession of a 9 mm handgun without a permit and having a small amount of marijuana after he was pulled over for speeding, according to a court complaint.Josh Huff...

AP Sports WriterBears get confidence booster for bye with win vs VikingsBy ANDREW SELIGMANCHICAGO (AP) The Chicago Bears hit the halfway point of the season and their bye week feeling at least a little better about themselves.After all, they just beat the first-place team in their division. Then...

AP Sports WriterJets claim RB Knile Davis off waivers from PackersBy DENNIS WASZAK Jr.NEW YORK (AP) Next stop for Knile Davis: the New York Jets.The running back was claimed off waivers from the Green Bay Packers on Tuesday, adding depth to the Jets' backfield.Davis was acquired by Green...

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) In recent months, Colin Kaepernick has become comfortable with people getting to know him as more than a laser-focused football player the way he had always preferred it. He sparked a nationwide debate with his anthem protest and emerged as an outspoken activist for minorities, and...