#NFL News and Notes - September 16, 2010
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Dallas Cowboys offensive linemen Marc Colombo and Kyle Kosier went through a full practice on Wednesday.
New York Giants quarterback Jim Sorgi isn't sure his intel on Peyton Manning will help plan for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Phil Sheridan of the Philadelphia Inquirer is amused that a segment of the anti-McNabb crowd is now pushing for Michael Vick to remain the starting quarterback.
Washington Redskins wide receiver Devin Thomas was taken aback by criticism from his offensive coordinator, reports Rich Campbell of the Free Lance-Star.
Carolina Panthers quarterback Matt Moore returned to practice on Wednesday.
Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith wants improvement from all areas of his team in Week 2.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Greg Olson wants to get more players involved in the offense, reports Stephen Holder of the St. Petersburg Times.
Cornerback Leigh Torrence has re-signed with the New Orleans Saints.
Arizona Cardinals running back Beanie Wells is a question mark for Sunday in Atlanta.
The San Francisco 49ers offense is more effective when it uses Delanie Walker, writes Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com.
Seattle Seahawks second-round wide receiver Golden Tate was humbled by his inactive status on Sunday.
St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford's NFL debut was a learning experience, writes Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Green Bay Packers running back Brandon Jackson is ready to step into a starting role.
The Minnesota Vikings remain short-handed at cornerback.
Detroit Lions interim starting quarterback Shaun Hill has the support of his teammates and coaches, writes Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press.
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris is upset with Warren Sapp's criticism of his play.
Indianapolis Colts safety Bob Sanders had surgery on his right biceps tendon on Wednesday.
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Nate Washington has found a comfort level in Nashville.
The Jacksonville Jaguars will sign tight end Ernest Wilford today, reports Tania Ganguli of the Florida Times-Union.
Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak and general manager Rick Smith were hired, in part, on the recommendation of Mike Shanahan.
San Diego Chargers long-snapper David Binn was placed on injured reserve.
Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable takes the struggles of the offensive line personally, writes Steve Corkran of the Oakland Tribune.
Newly acquired running back Laurence Maroney may be part of the team's long-term plan in the backfield, writes Mike Klis of the Denver Post.
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley will play the villain this week to get his team focused on the Browns.
Miami Dolphins first-round defensive end Jared Odrick fractured the same fibula in 2007.
With two fumbles, New York Jets running back Shonn Greene is putting the loss to the Ravens on his shoulders.
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady called out the fans who were heading for the exits in the third quarter.
Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch is clearly a third wheel in the backfield, writes Jerry Sullivan of the Buffalo News.
Cincinnati Bengals defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer takes the blame for the loss to the Patriots.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Seneca Wallace is getting the first-team reps as the team prepares for the Chiefs.
Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Lawrence Timmons stands out on the field, writes Gene Collier of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh makes his return to Cincinnati on Sunday.
Today's NFL birthdays: Falcons wide receiver Harry Douglas (25), Chiefs linebacker Andy Studebaker (25) and practice squad safety Rickey Price (23), Patriots safety Brandon McGowan (27), Jets defensive end Marcus Dixon (26), Eagles safety Quintin Mikell (30), Chargers wide receiver Legedu Naanee (27), free agent cornerback Ralph Brown (32), tight end Colin Cloherty (23), punter Matt Fodge (24), guard Gregg Peat (23), defensive linemen Derek Walker (24) and Claude Wroten (27), wide receiver Chris Williams (23), retired tight end Mark Bruener (38) and offensive tackle Todd Weiner (35).

