Karl's Mailbag 12

Q: When was the first professional football game played? Benson from Oklahoma A: Benson, the first professional football game was on...

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Maurice Jones-Drew: Ruthless Person?

Jacksonville's star running back brings a cutthroat attitude to "Madden NFL Arcade."

DJ Gallo's NFL Hangover, Week 12

With the playoff picture taking shape, DJ Gallo breaks down the potential wild cards in the NFL.

Ravens intercept Steelers' third-string QB Dixon in overtime to claim victory

An interception by rookie Paul Kruger set up a 29-yard field goal by Billy Cundiff with 6:42 left in the extra session, giving the Baltimore Ravens a 20-17 victory Sunday night.

Fox unlikely to start for Miami

Left tackle Jason Fox is sick and listed as doubtful for No. 19 Miami's game Saturday at South Florida, meaning he's unlikely for what would have been a history-making start for the Hurricanes.

Rhodes demoted in favor of Smith

Jets safety Kerry Rhodes has been demoted by coach Rex Ryan in favor of Eric Smith.

Week 12 inactives

Tristan H. Cockcroft provides "live" reports and analysis on Week 12 inactives.

Colts overcome three turnovers, beat Ravens in low-scoring affair

Receiving an inspired performance from their defense and overcoming an uncharacteristic three turnovers, the Colts edged Baltimore 17-15 Sunday to improve to 10-0.

Week 11: Pats well-represented

Week 11 Studs & Duds.

D Up! OLBs are A-OK in 2009

Jim McCormick discusses the emergence of outside linebackers this season as he prepares IDP league owners for Week 10.

Quinn to start Monday for Browns

Brady Quinn, benched just 10 quarters into the season for Derek Anderson, will start Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Countdown Daily Recap: Ravens-Bengals

Cris Carter and Jon Anik recap the Bengals impressive victory over the Ravens

Bengals improve to 4-0 in AFC North with win

The Bengals beat the Ravens 17-7 on Sunday.

Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson (32) is chased by Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed while scoring a touchdown during the third quarter of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11...