George set to return in Titans' preseason clash with Eagles
Titans star Eddie George will start the preseason opener against the Philadelphia Eagles after tendon surgery on his right big toe. He aims to regain rhythm and form over two weeks, while Duce Staley works for the Eagles and Samari Rolle debuts for Tennessee. George is expected to carry 12-15 times as Jeff Fisher limits his workload early.
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Nehlen to cover conference games for ESPN amid TV return
Former West Virginia coach Nehlen may take three to five assignments this fall including Marshall University as ESPN Regional evaluates his background for MAC coverage. Dan Shoemaker notes his knowledge is unquestioned while Nehlen awaits football-related broadcasting duties after stints with AFLAC and the American Football Coaches Association. Jim Donnan, ex Marshall and Georgia coach, debuts Sept 13 for Ohio University at NC State.
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Bills release 10 players include Moore in setback
The Buffalo Bills cut 10 players, including former top college defender Corey Moore. Moore, a 2000 third round pick from Virginia Tech, showed a disappointing training camp after a gunshot wound and an assault arrest in the off season.
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Pocahontas Golf Benefit and Local Sports Briefs
Multiple short items cover a Sept 28 Captain's Choice golf event for Pocahontas police funds at Wolf Creek GC in Bastian, plus Kiwanis fall golf, softball and cheerleading clinics, college promotional nights, Meet the Wildcats, Bramwell 5k Run, and Princeton/Bluefield youth leagues with dates, locations, prices, and contact numbers.
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WVU players may return for BC opener in season preview
WVU coach Rich Rodriguez said two injured linemen Brad Knell and Antwan Lake may play September 1 against Boston College after X rays found no ligament damage or fractures. Knell sprained his right kneecap, Lake ankle sprain, while Grant Wiley returned to practice.
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