Pettine focuses on finale despite uncertain Browns future
Browns coach Mike Pettine ignores speculation about his job as he prepares for the season finale against the Steelers. He notes the team must play smarter longer, praises quarterback Johnny Manziel’s progress yet cites a rough end to the Kansas City game. Pettine says he has not discussed long term plans with owner Jimmy Haslam and mentions Armonty Bryant’s benching and questions about adding a kicker after blocked kicks.
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Browns Release DeAnte Saunders After Arrest
The Cleveland Browns cut safety DeAnte Saunders from the practice squad after an arrest on Christmas tied to a traffic stop with linebacker Armonty Bryant. Saunders pleaded no contest to OVI and speeding. a handgun without a permit was found. Bryant faces charges and Bryant did not travel for Sunday's Kansas City game. The Browns added linebacker Cam Johnson from the practice squad and waived running back Daryl Richardson.
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Bengals Broncos brace for cold Denver night
The Denver game opened at 16 degrees as Brock Osweiler wore a sleeve and glove and AJ McCarron matched cold weather gear. It marked one of the coldest home games in Broncos history, with fans layered in blankets and players bundled for the chill. The Bengals have endured harsher cold in past playoff trips, including minus nine degrees in 1982.
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Ravens Coach Looks Ahead After Strong Season
Ravens coach praises core players and young talent after a season of growth. He emphasizes offseason work to build the strongest team for next year, noting valuable experience gained by younger players and confidence in the core.
Schools ease athlete penalties for marijuana
An Associated Press investigation finds about a third of Power Five schools have softened penalties for marijuana in 10 years. NCAA cut street drug penalties in half for championship events. some Pac-12 schools and others no longer suspend athletes as long as before.
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