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Cutler admits picks "are in the back of my mind"

But he disagrees with those who suggest his mechanics are the problem. `Have you seen Brett throw?' Cutler joked. More…

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Bears are living the nightmare some expected for Purple

All heck is breaking loose and jobs are on the line as the team melts down around a new quarterback who has thrown a league-high 18 picks. More…

Is Longwell signing overlooked?

Watching the Texans' woes continue should make a Vikings fan appreciate one of Childress' first decisions -- solidifying his place-kicker position. More…

Get used to stadium stories from LA

Interest supposedly is rising rapidly in Los Angeles as a new stadium and a relocated team (did someone say Vikings?) moves closer to being a reality. More…

Thinking Favre, MVP and other Week 11 random thoughts

Vikings' QB is best graybeard ever, and he might be the MVP. I'd still put Peyton Manning No. 1, but Favre is closing in. More…

Knock on wood, Vikings fans

We're going to mention injuries. How fortunate the Vikings have been, and how incredibly unfortunate the Seahawks have been since winning four NFC West titles from 2003-07. More…

Dungy to lead NFL's new Player Advisory Forum

Former Colts coach is a great selection as someone who can work with the league office and its players. More…

Childress will get contract extension, but what's the hurry?

It's not like the Bills or some other team can swoop in and sign him before the season ends. So why not just take care of this DURING THE OFFSEASON? More…

Childress, Mora aren't big fans of NFL refs

While Childress was complaining after a win at the Metrodome, Seahawks coach was even more upset after a loss in Arizona. More…

One more word on Belichick's decision

So a computer says the percentages support Belichick's decision to go for it on fourth-and-2? Well, if you're looking for stats, we used a pencil to add up these numbers ... More…

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