Philadelphia Eagles 08/18/2007 9:46 AMThe Trenton Times reports QB Donovan McNabb spent the offseason re habbing his surgically repaired knee, blogging on the Internet, defending his turf as the Eagles' fran chise quarterback and staging im promptu press conferences at ice rinks and golf courses. During last night's 27-10 preseason rout of the Carolina Panthers in front of an announced crowd of 67,415 at Lincoln Financial Field, McNabb proved the only place he truly feels at home is under center. In his first appearance since tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee last Nov. 19 against the Tennessee Titans, McNabb played the entire first quarter and converted six of his nine attempts for 138 yards for a passer rating of 109.7. "I have a long way to go," McNabb conceded. "I tried to get us back to the point where we were when I left. Hopefully, we can get back to that, but it's going to take time."Read more
New York Jets 08/18/2007 9:39 AMThe Star-Ledger reports K Mike Nugent boomed his first kickoff four yards deep in the end zone and opened the second half with a kickoff that sailed two yards deep. He also kicked field goals of 19 and 34 yards in the first half. The third-year pro has bulked up and it's paying dividends.Read more
Cincinnati Bengals 08/18/2007 9:35 AMThe Dayton Daily News reports Matt Muncy isn't the biggest or fastest linebacker on the Cincinnati Bengals' roster. But he's one of the smartest, and that's what keeps him hanging around. The nondrafted rookie from OhioUniversity and MiamisburgHigh School puts his brains and brawn to the test tonight when the Bengals play host to the New Orleans Saints at Paul Brown Stadium. "It's definitely going to be a lot of fun, something I've been looking forward to," Muncy said. "I've watched a lot of games here from the stands, so it'll be cool to be down on the field."Read more
Minnesota Vikings 08/18/2007 9:29 AMThe Pioneer Press reports RB Adrian Peterson didn't look like himself, but he said he sure felt like himself Friday against the New York Jets. Peterson, sporting a clean-shaven head, rebounded from a quiet NFL exhibition debut with an impressive performance on national television that displayed his playmaking abilities. Although he didn't score a flashy touchdown as did three of his defensive teammates, the Vikings rookie running back might have had the highlight of the night early in the second quarter. He took a handoff and headed for the right side of the offensive line. New York Jets CB Andre Dyson squared up for the tackle. But Peterson spun toward the left sideline and broke loose for a long run. Then, as he was blocked off by David Barrett on the right sideline, Peterson lowered his shoulder and knocked the Jets cornerback backward.Read more
