Panthers D line reeling ahead of Kansas City visit
Panthers face Chiefs after 24 14 loss to Green Bay as Ahman Green's 119 yards exposed run defense. Brentson Buckner and Mike Rucker vow to fix gaps, stressing discipline and better third down stops while Julius Peppers cites a lack of intensity. Kansas City coach Dick Vermeil warns against underestimating a Super Bowl profile.
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Lynch Becomes First NFL Fine Receiver Of Season
Denver safety John Lynch was fined 7500 by the NFL for a hard hit on Kansas City receiver Dante Hall in the season opener. Lynch said he will appeal, noting the hit drew penalties and appeared on highlights. Chiefs coach Dick Vermeil and Hall commented on the play, with Hall joking about the penalty.
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Beisel Hopes To Lock Down Chiefs Middle Linebacker Role
Monty Beisel, moved from defensive end to middle linebacker after Kawika Mitchell’s ankle sprain, started against Denver and likely will start in the home opener versus Carolina. Beisel cites constant position changes as a frustration while coach Dick Vermeil emphasizes that the job remains open to the best man. He reflected on the Denver game where he nabbed an interception and noted he began tentative before relaxing and improving as the game wore on.
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Europeans embrace underdog role in Ryder Cup buildup
In Bloomfield Township AP report on the Ryder Cup at Oakland Hills, Europe’s Sergio Garcia and Colin Montgomerie defend underdog status as the Americans, led by Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Davis Love III, enter as favorites with strong major totals. The piece notes world rankings, major titles, and past matches as the teams prepare for Friday’s start.
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