Report: Vikings inform Christian Ponder he is starter (The National Football Post)

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Leslie Frazier said he would announce who was starting at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings on Wednesday.
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Top 5 Quarterbacks Exceeding Expectations in 2011: A Fan’s Take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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Every NFL football season, a new crop of quarterbacks start off red-hot to start the season. Some of those quarterbacks are able to maintain the pace, while others fall by the wayside. So far in 2011, there are several quarterbacks that are exceeding expectations early on.
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What impact will Jon Beason’s injury have on a young Panthers defense? A fan’s reaction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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When Jon Beason was chasing former teammate Jeff King during the Carolina Panthers opening game of 2011, you could almost feel the tendon straining. As a Carolina Panthers fan, I was fully aware of the lingering Achilles problem that threatened to keep Beason out of the opener .
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Carolina Panthers host Green Bay in Week 2: Fan preview (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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The Carolina Panthers suffered a tough loss last Sunday, falling at the hands of the Arizona Cardinals. Cam Newton showed he does have big play ability and all-around the Panthers looked much improved from a year ago. However, they will have a lot of work to do to defeat the…
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Panthers bracing to be without right tackle Jeff Otah (The National Football Post)

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When it rains, well, it pours if you’re the Carolina Panthers. They lost middle linebacker Jon Beason,…
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Packers fear Newton, fearless Panthers (Yahoo! Sports)

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N BAY, Wis. — If for a minute the Packers looked at what was next on their schedule right after they gained a hard-earned win in their season opener and thought they were treated to a nice two-week lull, such delusion vanished by Sunday night.
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Off to good start, Kolb heads to familiar ground (The Canadian Press)

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TEMPE, Ariz. – Lost in all the hoopla of Cam Newton’s NFL debut at Arizona was the performance of the other quarterback on that field.
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2011 Week 2 NFL picks and predictions: An NFL fan’s opinion (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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It is hard to believe but week two of NFL action is already here. Some teams have surprised while others were pretty much what we expected. I know as an NFL and Carolina Panthers fan, I was shocked at the horrible performances of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Atlanta Falcons and Kansas…
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Panthers agree to terms with NT Fields, G Wells (AP)

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The Carolina Panthers have reached deals with nose tackle Ron Fields and guard Reggie Wells. The 6-foot-2, 314-pound Fields gives the Panthers some much needed experience up front, where they have two rookies in Sione Fua and Terrell McClain and a second-year player in Andre Neblett. The 6-4, 318-pound Wells has started 91 games during [...]

NFL’s 2011 rookie class off to a fine start (PA SportsTicker)

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By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer
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Five Winnipeg Jets to watch in 2011-12: Fan’s take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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Fans of the Winnipeg Jets are in hockey heaven now that their team has returned to town after a 15-year absence. However, it won’t be long before the season starts and fans are thirsting for the playoffs. Fortunately for them, Winnipeg inherited a roster of young and talented…
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NFL Rookies Who Wreaked Havoc: Week 1 (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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A plethora of rookies made their NFL debut this weekend. Although some went unnoticed, others found ways to shine brighter than some of the NFL’s most talented veterans. Let’s take a look at six of the rookies that made a massive impact for their respective teams this past…
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Rivera has been down road before without middle linebacker (The National Football Post)

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In his first year as a defensive coordinator, Ron Rivera faced the big challenge of playing without one of the…
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Carolina Panthers vs. Green Bay Packers 2011 NFL Week 2: A fan’s prediction (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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As a huge Carolina Panthers football fan, it is hard not to be frustrated about Cam Newton and the boys facing the Green Bay Packers in week two of NFL action. They had every chance in the world to beat the Arizona Cardinals in their opener, yet they were not able to seal the deal.
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Linebacker Jon Beason out for season (The Canadian Press)

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Carolina Panthers linebacker Jon Beason will miss the rest of the season with a torn left Achilles tendon.
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Newton answers questions about his game — for now (AP)

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Questions regarding Panthers rookie Cam Newton have turned from if he’ll be a good NFL quarterback to how good he’ll be. At least for now. In his NFL debut, Newton ignited a Carolina offense that finished last in the NFL in total offense, passing yards and scoring last season by throwing for 422 yards — [...]

How Cam Newton proved the haters wrong in Week 1: A fan’s take (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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The Carolina Panthers and Cam Newton entered their 2001 week one match-up against the Arizona Cardinals with complete awareness of all the haters. They knew that the blogs, forums and online trenches were filled to bursting with people saying that Cam was the next big bust.
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Panthers expected to be without Jon Beason for long time (The National Football Post)

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The Carolina Panthers are bracing to be without middle linebacker Jon Beason for an extended period of time and…
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Week 1 winners, losers: NFC North QBs thrive (Yahoo! Sports)

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Matthew Stafford and Jay Culter stayed aggressive and helped their teams seize victories.
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Carolina LB Beason reinjures left ankle (AP)

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Carolina middle linebacker Jon Beason reinjured his left ankle and was taken to the locker room on a cart in the third quarter of the Panthers’ game against the Arizona Cardinals. Beason had been limited in practice this week because of the injury. He fell to the turf with no one around him on a [...]

Chargers face Peterson 4 years after 296-yard game (The Canadian Press)

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SAN DIEGO – Back in 2007, the San Diego Chargers were embarrassed, disappointed and discouraged after letting rookie Adrian Peterson run over, through and around them for an NFL single-game record of 296 yards.
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Vikings lock Adrian Peterson into long-term deal (PA SportsTicker)

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By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer
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Panthers, Godfrey agree to 5-year extension (The Canadian Press)

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CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands – The Carolina Panthers and strong safety Charles Godfrey have agreed to a five-year contact extension.
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Preview: Panthers-Cardinals (Yahoo! Sports)

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Carolina Panthers at Arizona Cardinals Sunday, 4:15 ET, FOX, Sam Rosen, Chad Pennington, Jodi Jackson Gameplan: The Cardinals allowed 145.2 rushing yards per game last season and have struggled in recent meetings against the Panthers’ tandem of RBs DeAngelo Williams and…
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Panthers continue policy of rewarding their own (The National Football Post)

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After sitting on their money and watching it grow in the bank a year ago, the Carolina Panthers continue to…
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Browns, RB Hillis working on new contract (PA SportsTicker)

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By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Pick 6: Collins, Newton, Eagles in spotlight (PA SportsTicker)

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By RICHARD ROSENBLATT AP Sports Writer
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Carolina Panthers take on the Arizona Cardinals to begin season: Fan preview (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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The Carolina Panthers will travel to the desert to take on the Cardinals on Sept. 11 to start the season. The offseason has brought many changes to the organization. With a rookie coach and QB, the Panthers will look to start the season off with a victory.
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Dolphins stick with Henne – at least for now (The Canadian Press)

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DAVIE, Fla. – It seems everyone in South Florida has an opinion about Chad Henne, even at a memorial service.
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Report: Manning undergoes cervical fusion surgery, out 2-3 months (Yahoo! Sports)

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Peyton Manning underwent cervical fusion surgery Thursday and is out for up to three months, ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported. Manning had been recovering from neck surgery in May, the second such procedure in the past two years, and was ruled out for Sunday’s season opener…
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Report: Manning likely to miss "significant time" (Yahoo! Sports)

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Colts owner Jim Irsay said the Colts will soon have information to clarify quarterback Peyton Manning’s status as reports on his prospects to return any time soon grow more ominous. Pro Football Talk and FOX Sports report that Manning is likely to need a third medical procedure…
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Michael Vick reaches out to Cam Newton with advice (The National Football Post)

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Cam Newton is under the microscope but there are plenty of folks out there rooting for the Carolina Panthers…
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Forte ‘disappointed’ talks with Bears stall (PA SportsTicker)

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By ANDREW SELIGMAN AP Sports Writer
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Arizona rookie Peterson gets start at cornerback (PA SportsTicker)

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By BOB BAUM AP Sports Writer
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Arizona rookie Peterson gets starter at cornerback (PA SportsTicker)

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By BOB BAUM AP Sports Writer
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Panthers’ Newton gets call from his idol, Vick (AP)

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Panthers rookie quarterback Cam Newton says when he picked up the phone, he was surprised to hear Michael Vick on the other end. He says the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback gave him advice last week on what he thought Newton needs to do. Newton, the No. 1 pick in this year’s NFL draft, says “whatever he [...]

Manning won’t play vs Texans, streak ends (The Canadian Press)

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INDIANAPOLIS – The numbers tell it all.
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Manning won’t play vs Texans, streak ends (AP)

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Peyton Manning’s streak is over. The Colts quarterback will not play Sunday in the NFL season opener at Houston, bringing an end to his streak of 227 consecutive starts, including the playoffs. The team said 38-year-old Kerry Collins will start against the Texans as Manning continues his long recovery from neck surgery in May.

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Manning won’t play this week, streak ends (The Canadian Press)

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INDIANAPOLIS – Peyton Manning’s streak is over.
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Panthers pounce on CB Darius Butler (The National Football Post)

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The Carolina Panthers didn’t waste any time making a move for Darius Butler when the former second-round…
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Carolina Panthers draft day disasters 2009-2010: A fan’s voice (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

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On April 18th, 2011, commissioner Roger Goodell was in the middle of labor negotiations with the NFL Player’s Association whose executive director, DeMaurice Smith, pushed for more guarantees in contracts because the average NFL career, he claimed, lasts only 3.2 years.
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Collins says he’s ready to take over Colts (The Canadian Press)

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INDIANAPOLIS – Kerry Collins came out of retirement to win a Super Bowl, and he picked Indianapolis so he could work with one of the NFL’s greats and fill in, if needed.
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Kraft excited about new season after trying summer (AP)

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The TV camera zooms in on the owner’s box. Robert Kraft is inside, surrounded by family and friends. It’s a familiar sight at New England Patriots games. And Myra was always there, seated beside her husband. He first spotted her at a Boston deli 49 years ago and married her 16 months later. Now another [...]

Scandals molded Newton enough to woo Carolina (Yahoo! Sports)

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Panthers coach Ron Rivera did his diligence before taking a huge leap of faith on top draft pick Cam Newton.
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Marcus Harrison fails physical with Panthers (The National Football Post)

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A fresh start for Marcus Harrison with the Carolina Panthers won’t materialize. The Panthers claimed him…
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Expectations growing for improved Lions (PA SportsTicker)

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By NOAH TRISTER AP Sports Writer
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Rosario signs with Dolphins (The Canadian Press)

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DAVIE, Fla. – Tight end Dante Rosario has signed with the Miami Dolphins, who also added versatile offensive lineman Ryan Cook.
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Panthers bring back OL Hangartner (The Canadian Press)

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Carolina Panthers brought back a familiar name Monday, signing offensive linemen Geoff Hangartner.
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Panthers bring back Hangartner (The Canadian Press)

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Carolina Panthers have brought back a familiar name, signing offensive linemen Geoff Hangartner.
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Panthers waive DE Brown, 2009 second-round pick (AP)

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The Carolina Panthers have waived third-year defensive end Everette Brown and claimed defensive tackle Marcus Harrison and four others off waivers. Brown was the Panthers second-round pick in 2009 but he never developed into the pass rushing threat they hoped he’d become. Brown appeared in 28 games (starting three) for Carolina and had six sacks [...]

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