Redskins sign Fryar to bolster receiver corps
The Washington Redskins agreed to terms with five time Pro Bowl receiver Irving Fryar, returning from retirement to join the team as a third down target. Fryar could be in uniform for Friday's home exhibition against Buffalo after a physical and tryout at Redskin Park.
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Sanders aims to regain full strength after turf toe surgery
A severe turf toe sidelined Sanders for five games last season. He returned for a January playoff loss and the February Pro Bowl, then underwent surgery in April. Doctors warn full strength may take up to six months, potentially into October as he trains to make his left toe as strong as the right. Sanders says progress is gradual.
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Browns sign guard Bernstein amid lineup shake up
Browns add guard Alex Bernstein and veteran tackle Matt Willig to bolster the second line as preparations for a home exhibition against the Minnesota Vikings continue. Coach Chris Palmer aims to deter injuries behind Tim Couch while exploring waiver options.
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Miracle win fourth straight as McWilliams leads 93 81 victory
Taj McWilliams scored 21 points including 17 in the first half to lift the Miracle past the Detroit Shock 93 81 in Orlando. Miracle improve to 14 16 while Detroit sits 13 17 with two games left, including a rematch in Detroit on Aug 21.
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Merlene Ottey tests positive for banned drug at world championships
Jamaican sprinter Merlene Ottey, 39, has a positive Nandrolone test from a Lucerne meet, prompting her withdrawal from Seville World Championships. The IAAF confirmed the A sample positive, with the B sample pending in Lausanne. a second positive could trigger a two year ban and end her career.
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Elliott brothers donate kidney for Spurs star Sean
Noel Elliott, 32, donated a kidney to his brother Sean Elliott after a successful match. Sean, 31, underwent transplant for focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and faces a recovery period with improving health. Noel’s gift is described as a gift of love and life.
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