New York Giants 11/18/2006 9:01 AMThe Star-Ledger reports RB Brandon Jacobs was fined by the NFL for celebrating excessively after scoring a touchdown against the Bears. He did not reveal the amount of the fine, but said it was "between $5,000 and $10,000." Jacobs plans to appeal.Read more
Chicago Bears 11/18/2006 8:58 AMThe Chicago Sun-Times reports WR Bernard Berrian practiced again Friday and could be available Sunday if the Bears believe he can take a shot in the ribs and continue to play. It's not a must to have him back after WR Mark Bradley proved Sunday night he's ready to contribute with 79 yards and his first career touchdown, but it would provide depth. ''We have everybody ready to go, and we'll go from there,'' HC Lovie Smith said.Read more
Denver Broncos 11/18/2006 8:55 AMThe Denver Post reports beyond WR Ashley Lelie receiving $220,000 from the Broncos on Friday, his grievance ruling could have ramifications for many existing and future contracts around the NFL. An outside arbitrator ruled in favor of the former Denver receiver in his grievance against the team, it was announced Friday. The Broncos can appeal the ruling. Lelie argued he was forced into signing an agreement that he would forgo $220,000 in option bonuses in order to be traded to Atlanta in August.Read more
Seattle Seahawks 11/18/2006 8:53 AMThe Seattle Times reports Friday, the day HC Mike Holmgren targeted as the make-or-break practice to determine whether QB Matt Hasselbeck and RB Shaun Alexander will start and/or play, came and went. Both players practiced, but Holmgren has yet to make a decision on the status of the two stars for the game Sunday at San Francisco. The call will be made on the day of the game, Holmgren said.Read more