Around the NFC West: Crabtree's concern

...of the San Francisco Chronicle says 49ers rookie Michael Crabtree thinks more about the passes he has...the formation more frequently. Maiocco: "QBs coach Mike Johnson took a year off from coaching last season...

Appalachian St. 19, W. Carolina 14

Appalachian St. 19, W. Carolina 14

...OH, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco (5) is pursued by the Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson (93) during the second half at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, OH. The Bengals won 17...

Giants' Rouse to replace Brown at safety

Riding a three-game losing streak, the New York Giants decided Friday to insert Aaron Rouse into the starting lineup at safety for Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers.

Celek could be the key vs. Cowboys

...tight ends in the NFC. The Giants tried to cover him one-on-one with safety Michael Johnson and he made them pay with a 17-yard touchdown catch.  Celek Celek, now in...

Giants' D bends and breaks on big plays

...a plan. You have rookie cornerback Bruce Johnson hanging out on the sideline. Teach him to play safety. He can't be any worse than Brown and Michael Johnson right now

Eagles take down Giants in a laugher

    AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster   Eagles fullback Leonard Weaver made his presence felt against the Giants on Sunday. Posted by E...

It's already 13-0, Eagles on top

...talked about how the Giants' safeties have struggled the past two games. Well, it looked like Michael Johnson allowed Celek to cross his space on the touchdown. Gorgeous throw, nice catch. Eagles had the...

Chattanooga 24, W. Carolina 20

Chattanooga 24, W. Carolina 20

Rolle fined for hit on Giants' Boss

Arizona Cardinals safety Antrel Rolle was fined $7,500 on Friday by the NFL for hitting a defenseless receiver.

Man City 5-1 Scunthorpe Utd: Irons outclassed

Manchester City's wealth has bought great quality and it was more than enough to outclass Scunthorpe 5-1 at Eastlands to secure a Carling Cup quarter-final slot.

Young Gunners see off Liverpool

Arsenal teenager Fran Merida scored a memorable first goal for the club as Arsene Wenger's young Gunners beat Liverpool 2-1 to reach the quarter-finals of the Carling Cup.

Sven reunited with Backe at Notts County

Notts County have confirmed the appointment of Hans Backe as their new manager, on a three-year deal.

Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler (6) passes under pressure from Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Michael Johnson (93) in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Cincinnati...

Morning take: Big game for rookie Johnson

...are the most interesting stories Saturday in the AFC North: Cincinnati Bengals rookie third-round pick Michael Johnson will try to fill some big shoes by replacing injured defensive end Antwan Odom. Morning take...