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AFC West News and Rumors

Panthers QB Newton fined for abusive conduct

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- A person familiar with the penalty says the NFL has fined Panthers quarterback Cam Newton $21,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official.

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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) -- Tony Gonzalez is still 95 percent sure he will retire at the end of the season.

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Here are some highlights from our AFC West chat, which was held earlier Thursday: Denver John from Neb.: With the way he's played, do you see Knowshon Moreno back in Denver next season? Bill Williamson: Why not? Now that he is finally producing, you hav…

Michael David Smith, profootballtalk.com

The Chiefs are completing a miserable season that may cost everyone in the front office and coaching staff their jobs, but there’s one very valuable asset that whoever takes over the Chiefs next season will inherit: A running back who has blown away the…

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Richard Seymour -- who will be remembered as one of Al Davis’ last, wild shots at greatness for his franchise -- is likely done with the Silver and Black. The Oakland Raiders put the defensive tackle on the injured reserve Thursday because of a hamstrin…

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Denver guard Chris Kuper was limited in practice Thursday. He didn’t practice Wednesday and he has missed the past three games with an ankle injury. I could see a scenario where Kuper is rested through the regular season. Manny Ramirez has been playing …

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FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) - The New York Jets' wacky quarterback situation took yet another twist.

Josh Alper, profootballtalk.com

Through all of the things that have gone wrong for the Chiefs over the last 15 games, coach Romeo Crennel could always fall back on an old chestnut to find the bright side. “At least you have your health,” he might have imagined to himself after anoth…

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It is clear Peyton Manning has made a huge impact during Denver’s 12-3 season. However, it has not been all Manning. He’s had help, especially on defense. That unit has been brilliant during the Broncos' 10-game winning streak. Check out these statist…

Josh Alper, profootballtalk.com

There hasn’t been much to celebrate during this Chargers season, but punt returner Micheal Spurlock provided them with a highlight last Sunday. Spurlock took a punt back 63 yards for a touchdown in the first quarter, giving them their first punt return …

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The Chiefs were making no apologies for having five players selected to this season's Pro Bowl despite having a 2-13 record, which is tied for worst in the NFL.

Doug Farrar, yahoo.com

Defensive Ends Made it: J.J. Watt, Houston Texans/Cameron Wake, Miami Dolphins/Elvis Dumervil, Denver Broncos Should have made it: Muhammad Wilkerson, New York Jets/Corey Liuget, San Diego Chargers We won't quibble with positions on defense -- with so m…

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Five things to know and my all-division team. Division MVP: This is not difficult: Denver quarterback Peyton Manning. There is a strong chance Manning will win his fifth NFL MVP award in his first season with Denver. His biggest competition is likely Mi…

Black Monday Is Coming

Dec 27, 2012

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The first Monday after the regular season is usually ripe for coaching changes, and this year will be particularly active. Don Banks breaks down who's likely out, and who's safe.

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Please join me for our AFC West chat, which begins at 2 p.m. ET. I look forward to chatting with you.

Curtis Crabtree, profootballtalk.com

The Carolina Panthers placed left guard Amini Silatolu on injured reserve Wednesday due to the injury to his left wrist suffered in the team’s victory over the Oakland Raiders last Sunday. The Panthers second round pick out of Division II Midwestern Sta…