NFL

JaMarcus Russell Will Start On Sunday

Coach Tom Cable says Russell, who played at Williamson High School in Mobile, understands why he was benched in the first half of the Oakland Raiders' 31-0 lss to the New York Jets. more »

Oct/26/09 4:47 PM

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By The Associated Press

JaMarcus Russell Benched

The Oakland Raiders bench Mobile-native JaMarcus Russell in the 2nd quarter after a 6/11 start with 2 ints and a fumble. more »

Oct/25/09 4:14 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Former Bama Football Star Arrested On Drug & Prostitution Charges

Keith McCants was born in Mobile and played football at Murphy High School. He was drafted in 1990 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and played 6 years in the NFL. more »

Oct/20/09 10:06 AM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by Sirk: Maybe he was only paddled the first time he was sent to jail. Obviously by the repeat offenders in PeeWee Herman’s trial, you can see that… 3 Responses »

Bear Bryant’s First QB At Alabama Dies

Bobby Jackson, who graduated from Murphy High School, was 73 years old. Jackson also played for the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Bears and Philadelphia Eagles. Hear Scott Hunter's comments.

Oct/14/09 11:34 AM

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Senior Bowl Staying In Mobile Through At Least 2012

BREAKING NEWS The Mobile Arts & Sports Association signed a contract Thursday evening that will keep the Senior Bowl in Mobile for at least the next three years. more »

Oct/8/09 5:37 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by rmseek1234: It seems this verbal combat paid off. You are not sounding as vicious anymore,and a much more positive attitude to boot. 69 Responses »

Senior Bowl Staying In Mobile Through 2018

BREAKING NEWS Senior Bowl officials and Ladd-Peebles Stadium board have reached a deal on a long-term agreement to keep the Senior Bowl In Mobile through 2018. more »

Oct/5/09 1:46 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by BamaBeachBum: I would have to say that the Senior Bowl has a much larger economic impact on the entire area, as compared to some other things the city has spent money… 4 Responses »

Never Miss Your Favorite CBS Shows Because Of Sports

Ever miss part of your favorite show because a sporting event ran long? Now you can receive exclusive e-mail/text alerts from CBS informing you exactly when your shows will begin. more »

Sep/28/09 4:57 PM

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Comment by David Rencher: I had the same problem. We will contact CBS about it. posted from my iPhone 1 Responses »

Former Tide Star Andre Smith Breaks His Foot

The rookie right tackle broke his foot during practice just two days after he ended his holdout with the Cincinnati Bengals. more »

Sep/1/09 4:42 PM

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Smith Signs With Bengals

Former UA offensive lineman inks deal with Cincinnati. ESPN reports a 4 year $26 million contract with $21 million guaranteed more »

Aug/30/09 1:35 PM

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Former Shaw HS Football Star Convicted On Drug Charges

Leonardo Carson, who graduated from Shaw High School before playing at Auburn and in the NFL, faces 10 years to life in prison for conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine and marijuana. more »

Aug/28/09 11:29 AM

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By WKRG Staff/The Associated Press

Comment by johnwh48: You said it Rusty. Same old story just different characters, nothing we haven’t heard in the past. 1 Responses »

Former Mobile Football Star’s Drug Trial Begins

Leonardo Carson, who graduated from Shaw High School before playing at Auburn and in the NFL, is on trial for allegedly shipping marijuana and cocaine from Texas to South Alabama. more »

Aug/25/09 4:58 PM

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CBS Announces Play-By-Play Teams For 2009 NFL Season

Click here to see who will be calling the games this fall on WKRG News 5. more »

Aug/25/09 1:58 PM

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Web Wednesday: Brett Favre Back On The Grind

Minnesota Vikings fans have spent the last two decades booing Brett Favre but now they'll be cheering for him. more »

Aug/19/09 2:58 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Comment by JOESPKN: TROUBLES…..TROUBLES…..TROUBLES…..BEEN DOGGING MY BONES GET THE UMBRELLA AND QUIT 3 Responses »

Brett Favre Signing With The Vikings

A source close to Brett Favre said the quarterback, pending a physical, will sign a contract with the Minnesota Vikings for between $10 million to $12 million, according to ESPN. more »

Aug/18/09 9:52 AM

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Michael Vick Returns To Practice Field

Michael Vick is on an NFL practice field for the first time since serving his prison sentence. Vick ran the scout team offense in Saturday morning's walkthrough practice with the Philadelphia Eagles. more »

Aug/15/09 11:38 AM

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By The Associated Press

Vick Signs With Philadelphia Eagles

Former Falcons Star Returns to NFL Following Dogfighting Conviction.. more »

Aug/14/09 9:09 AM

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Comment by kgturner: stallworth was suspended for the season after hitting and killing a man while driving drunk. he’ll be back next year though. vick served 23 months,… 8 Responses »

Manning Signs Record Contract

Eli Manning has agreed to a new six-year, $97 million contract extension with the New York Giants.. more »

Aug/5/09 2:34 PM

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Comment by shrimpfire: You dont have to have the stats, just giving your team a chance to get into playoffs every year and have a chance to get to superbowl is enough to justify… 1 Responses »

Brett Favre Says He Will Stay Retired

BREAKING NEWS According to the Minnesota Star Tribune, the Mississippi native told Vikings coach Brad Childress he does not want to put himself through the grind of another football season. more »

Jul/28/09 3:29 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by ickthus: well this is great news!!! The Vikings use to fight dogs back in the old days. they can give old Vick a shot at the QB job. 2 Responses »

Michael Vick Conditionally Reinstated By NFL Commish

Vick can participate in preseason practices, workouts and meetings and can play in the final two preseason games - if he can find a team that will sign him. more »

Jul/27/09 2:29 PM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by wgarey: Uh, Kwb1973? You have to realize that the majority of Michael Vick’s critics would view what he did as barbaric, but would just as soon have “relations”… 7 Responses »

Michael Vick A Free Man

Michael Vick was released from federal custody Monday after serving a combined 23-months in prison and home confinment for his dogfighting conviction. more »

Jul/20/09 9:29 AM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by Night Owl: Turnipman…you are correct. I did present my statement as a double standard. They both did wrong, and paid a price, which our legal system says was… 5 Responses »