NFL gives Jets LB Pace a four-game suspension for violating drug policy

The NFL suspended New York Jets linebacker Calvin Pace for four games without pay Thursday for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances. Pace will miss the Jets' first four games of the 2009 season and is eligible to return for their Oct. 12 game at Miami.

Vick’s new bankruptcy plan pays creditors more, protects personal items

Suspended quarterback Michael Vick has submitted a revised bankruptcy plan that funnels more of his future earnings to creditors, though a judge didn't immediately rule on the proposal.

‘The Fridge’ improving his health with help from family, friends

Michael Dean Perry knows the day is coming when his good-natured, gap-toothed older brother, who's nicknamed "The Fridge," will be back to his old, affable self.

Florida judge won’t release video of Stallworth crash that killed pedestrian

A judge refused Thursday to release surveillance video depicting the moment that a car driven by Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth struck and killed a pedestrian in a drunk-driving crash.

Steelers owner Rooney sworn in as U.S. ambassador, traveling to Ireland

Pittsburgh Steelers owner Dan Rooney is making his first official trip as U.S. Ambassador to Ireland, one day after being sworn in by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

Stallworth says in post-crash 911 call that man ‘came out of nowhere’

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donte' Stallworth said on a 911 call that the man he struck with his car while driving drunk "came out of nowhere" before the March 14 crash.

Bengals first-round pick Smith would like to avoid holdout, attend camp

Cincinnati Bengals rookie Andre Smith, the sixth overall pick in the draft, said Tuesday that he hopes to be signed and in training camp on time because a holdout could hamper his transition from left tackle to right tackle.

Patriots LB Bruschi hasn’t decided on playing future beyond ‘09 season

New England Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi said Tuesday that he hasn't considered whether he'll keep playing after 2009, which will be his 14th season in the NFL and with the team.

Stafford, Sanchez helping each other with pressures of being rookie QBs

Matthew Stafford and Mark Sanchez are rich beyond comprehension long before throwing their first official NFL pass. The accompanying pressure can be overwhelming, so Stafford and Sanchez often find themselves seeking someone who understands their situation. They call each other.

Return to NFL isn’t the main thrust of Vick’s new bankruptcy plan

Michael Vick's revised bankruptcy plan would funnel more of his future pay to his creditors and ensure that they receive a portion of his earnings even if the suspended quarterback doesn't return to the NFL.