Maddox makes return to NFL with Steelers after XFL stint
Pittsburgh notes Tommy Maddox returns to the NFL as a Steelers backup to Kordell Stewart with Tee Martin in consideration. Cowher touts Maddox’s camp performance after a winding career that includes UCLA, NFL stints, a desk job, the Arena League, and an XFL title run.
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Rams Acquire Martin After 53-Man Cut Chaos
Rams acquire Martin and other moves reshape rosters as 31 teams cut to 53. Devin Bush was claimed by the Browns after surprising cut by the Rams, while Kurt Warner’s backup role is reshaped by Martin joining the team. Colts sign cornerback Thomas Smith to a 1 million deal to bolster defensive back depth. Jets sign Steve Martin to back up Reed as Detmer arrives in Detroit competing with Batch. Vinny Sutherland joins the 49ers after a Falcons cut.
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Ravens battered as injuries hit defending champions
The Ravens enter the season with key injuries including Jamal Lewis out for the year and Leon Searcy sidelined into November. Tony Siragusa and cornerbacks Duane Starks and Chris McAlister also face time on the sidelines. Elvis Grbac provides a tested hand to repeat as Super Bowl champions.
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Buccaneers Aim for Super Bowl Glory This Season
Tampa Bay the NFC favorite, with Warren Sapp asserting confidence despite critics. The team, boasting 12 Pro Bowl players including Keyshawn Johnson and Simeon Rice, seeks a championship after a 10 6 season and a playoff exit last year. Coach Tony Dungy deflects hot seat talk while pledging urgency.
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Detmer joins Lions as veteran backup in newWest Coast system
The Detroit Lions add Ty Detmer, a Heisman winner with West Coast experience, as a fourth round trade asset to aid Matt Millen and Marty Mornhinweg's offense. Detmer joins Charlie Batch, offering insurance for a likely slow rookie year while reunining with Mornhinweg and providing familiarity with the system.
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McCaffrey Recovers From Veiled Virus Headache (Broncos)
Denver Broncos wide receiver Ed McCaffrey returned to practice after a two day hospital stay for a severe migraine like headache. Doctors ruled out meningitis or tumor and attributed the illness to a virus. He described lingering grogginess but felt better after testing.
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