Kansas City Chiefs 11/01/2007 1:04 PMThe Kansas City Star reports WR Eddie Kennison, who is still recovering from a hamstring pull, was in full pads on Wednesday and took part in practice on a limited basis. His availability for Sundayâs game against Green Bay is still to be determined.Read more
San Francisco 49ers 11/01/2007 1:02 PMThe Mercury News reports QB Alex Smith is still dealing with some pain and swelling in his passing shoulder, but his condition continues to improve and he said he "definitely" will be ready for the 49ers' game Sunday in Atlanta.Read more
San Francisco 49ers 11/01/2007 1:01 PMThe Mercury News reports the NFL fined K Joe Nedney $7,500 on Wednesday for making an obscene gesture toward a fan who heckled him during the 49ers' 31-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. The kicker once again publicly apologized, blaming his response on a lapse in judgment and saying he should have had thicker skin.Read more
Chicago Bears 11/01/2007 12:59 PMThe Chicago Sun-Times reports middle LB Brian Urlacher was given practice off to rest his arthritic back. CB Nathan Vasher, on the mend from a partially torn groin muscle, also was sidelined, as were right OT Fred Miller, left OG Ruben Brown, strong-side LB Hunter Hillenmeyer and S Brandon McGowan.Read more