One of the few unknowns entering regular-season play for the Rams is the return game.

Payne taps Jackman, Backes, Steen and Johnson for the role.

Tigers play 10th-ranked McNeese State, Illinois is host to No. 2 SIU.

In its own strange way, the rivalry between Iowa and Iowa State has become predictable.

After missing two weeks, he's ready to go. Unfortunately for Feeley, so is Sam Bradford.

The Cardinals face a lefthanded pitcher they have never seen before tonight. Sure, it's a recipe for trouble. It's also a reason to go with the lineup that worked Thursday, right down to Rasmus battin

After getting behind early, Cardinals recover behind Wainwright's resilience and their most determined offensive showing in more than a month, beating Atlanta 11-4.

James Laurinaitis, 23, isn't a Rams captain — yet. But make no mistake: despite his youth, he's recognized as the clear leader of the defensive unit.

Italy's association of soccer players has announced a strike the weekend of Sept. 25-26 due to a contract dispute.

After passing his trial run as Nebraska's starter, Taylor Martinez can strengthen his grip on the quarterback's job with another strong outing Saturday against Idaho.

Tony Romo insisted all summer that everything would be fine.

On Saturday night, Ruben Narcisse's photo will grace the giant scoreboard screen at Royal-Texas Stadium and 98,000 fans will honor him with a moment of silence.

Wisconsin wants to shoot down the No. 1 comparison that's sure to be made Saturday when the 11th-ranked Badgers take on San Jose State: How would Wisconsin fare against Alabama?

Second straight loss for Brett Favre at the Superdome.

If the Pittsburgh Pirates need an answer to their power-hitting problems, maybe they can find it across town in Penguins star Sidney Crosby.

A loud crash. A crumpled front end. A brief stay in an ambulance.

Ray Lewis is thrilled Darrelle Revis is back with the New York Jets.

Mizzou player shows his resiliency after tough transition. Athleticism and an intrepid spirit seem to run in the family.

The line of fans stretched unimaginably, as an estimated 5,000 showed up to meet goalie Jaroslav Halak last week at a sporting goods store near Montreal.

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