Sources: Manning has stress reaction

Compensating for the plantar fascia he battled for much of this season, New York quarterback Eli Manning has developed a stress reaction in his right foot that could be even more problematic for the Giants, according to sources close to the situation.

McDaniels says Phillips partly to blame

Apologetic for two recently publicized incidents, Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels nevertheless wants to set the record straight -- he's not a trash-talking renegade.

Dallas defense must lead playoff run

As schedule gets tough down the stretch, Cowboys defense knows it has to step up.

Turner got limited work in practice

Falcons running back Michael Turner got limited work in practice this week and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.

SportsNation Guide: NFL Week 12

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Fantasy Focus Football: November 26

Paul Severino and Eric Karabell get you ready for Week 12

Cowboys owner preaches caution

Cowboys owner says nobody should be smug

Tip Sheet: 24 teams vying for 12 spots

The San Diego Chargers, the poster children for strong fniishes, are among the many teams still with solid hopes for nabbing playoff berths, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Broncos stop losing streak at four with win vs. Giants

Kyle Orton drove them on six scoring drives, Matt Prater kicked four field goals and safety Brian Dawkins led a ferocious defense 48 hours after calling a players-only meeting, and the Broncos beat the New York Giants 26-6 Thursday night.

Countdown Daily Recap: Broncos-Giants

Marcellus Wiley takes a look at the Broncos Thanksgiving Day win over the Giants

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McDaniels' cursing caught on air

The NFL Network accidentally aired a vulgarity yelled by Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels as he chastised his players on the sideline of their Thanksgiving night game against the New York Giants.

Boys buckle up, topple weaker rival

Cowboys learn to finish inferior opponent just in time for December challenge.

New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith (12...