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December 2007
- Giants Fans Intercept the Green for Pats Historic Day
  
  Star-Ledger | Dec 26, 07 3:38 AM CST
  
  (Newser) - Thousands of New York ticket holders are banking on the Giants losing next Saturday to the undefeated Patriots—or at least that's what they're telling New England fans who are snapping up unwanted tickets online for big bucks. With New York's playoff berth already secure and many starters likely to be benched, there's not much to draw home fans to Giants Stadium. More »
- Return of the King
  
  Associated Press | Dec 25, 07 6:12 AM CST
  
  (Newser) - With Pittsburgh's Willie Parker (1316 yards) sidelined with a broken wheel and Minnesota's rookie wunderkind Adrian Peterson (1305) running on fumes, the league's rushing leader has a familiar face again. Last year's titlebearer LaDainian Tomlinson (1418) reclaimed the lead with a game to go, the AP reports, as the Chargers smacked around the Broncos, 23-3. More »
- Redskins Beat Vikings, Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
  
  Washington Post | Dec 24, 07 12:29 AM CST
  
  (Newser) - With the final NFC playoff spot on the line, Washington overpowered Minnesota 32-21 last night, the Washington Post reports. Now, with a win next week against Dallas, or if the Vikings and Saints both lose, the Redskins earn a berth. The Vikings merely needed to win this game, but were consistently stymied on offense by excellent play from Washington's D. More »
- Niners Victorious as Tampa Gears up for Playoffs
  
  Associated Press | Dec 23, 07 11:24 PM CST
  
  (Newser) - The 49ers proved nearly not up to the task of dealing with Tampa's second string, as quarterback Jeff Garcia and many other starters were removed before the half, the AP reports. Still, SF did manage to eke out a 21-19 victory to win their second straight, as QB Shaun Hill threw for 123 yards and three TDs. In other NFL action: More »
- Seahawks Henpeck Ravens for NFC 3 Seed
  
  Associated Press | Dec 23, 07 10:23 PM CST
  
  (Newser) - Troy Smith, winner of the 2006 Heisman Award with Ohio State, had a forgettable first start for the slumping, injury-decimated Ravens in a 27-6 Seahawks victory. Seattle clinched the NFC's 3rd seed with a game to go, and wideout Bobby Engram improved his season receptions total to 90—a new club record. More »
- Jags Pound Raiders, Headed to Playoffs
  
  San Jose Mercury News | Dec 23, 07 9:22 PM CST
  
  (Newser) - The Jacksonville Jaguars pulled together 437 yards en route to clinching a playoff spot this afternoon, embarrassing the Raiders 49-11, the San Jose Mercury News reports. Oakland had twice the penalties and half the yards that Jacksonville racked up, and had defensive tackle Warren Sapp thrown out of the game in a flurry of unsportsmanlike conduct calls More »
- Browns Playoff Hopes Take a Hit at Cincy
  
  Associated Press | Dec 23, 07 8:59 PM CST
  
  (Newser) - Cincinnati gave Cleveland a different look in their second matchup of the season: they showed up on defense, reports AP, picking off Browns quarterback Derek Anderson four times and hanging on for a 19-14 win. The Bengals scored twice in 39 seconds in the second quarter. Backup Kenny Watson rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown to pace the offense. More »
- Win Over Jets Gives Titans Playoff Chance
  
  Associated Press | Dec 23, 07 8:31 PM CST