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Jordan Howard Named to NFC’s Pro Bowl 2017 Roster

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard has been selected to the Pro Bowl as an injury replacement, Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune reported Wednesday. The Bears' official Twitter account celebrated the accomplishment while sharing the 22-year-old's statistics: Howard will replace David Johnson of the Arizona Cardinals, who suffered a knee injury in Week 17. Howard was a fifth-round pick in the 2016 draft and started the season third on Chicago's depth chart behind Jeremy Langford and Ka'Deem Carey. However, injuries thrust him into the spotlight, and he never looked back. He first broke out against the Detroit Lions in Week 4, when he totaled 111 rushing ...

Bears’ Jordan Howard Posts Franchise Rookie Rushing Record

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard's 1,313 rushing yards in 2016 marks the most for a rookie back in the franchise's history, per NFL Communications. The effort moved him past longtime Bears tailback Matt Forte's previous record of 1,238 yards in 2008. In addition to his rookie rushing record, Howard added multiple other accolades during the 2016 season. By gaining 202 yards from scrimmage in Week 8 against the Minnesota Vikings, Howard became the youngest player in team history to surpass 200 scrimmage yards in a game at 21 years, 363 days of age. He also posted the most 100-plus-yard rushing games (seven) by ...

Alshon Jeffery Guarantees Bears Will Win Super Bowl Next Season

The Chicago Bears finished their abysmal 3-13 season with a 38-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, but wide receiver Alshon Jeffery sees a Lombardi Trophy in the team's near future. "I guarantee you we are going to win the Super Bowl next year," he said after the game, per Adam Hoge of WGN Radio. Jeffery may not even be with the Bears next season, as he is set to become a free agent in March, per Spotrac. The receiver also said his future is up to his agent and general manager Ryan Pace, per Rich Campbell of the Chicago Tribune. Jeffery didn't ...

Desmond Trufant Injury: Updates on Falcons Star’s Shoulder and Return
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant suffered a shoulder injury Thursday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Continue for updates. Trufant Leaves Game Thursday, Nov. 3 D. Orlando Ledbetter of
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Richard Sherman Discusses NFL Apologizing to Seahawks, Simplifying Rules, More
Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman said his team received another apology from the NFL concerning officiating, and he used the opportunity to rant against a rulebook he believes is taking away from the game's entertainment value. Gregg Bell
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Travis Benjamin Injury: Updates on Chargers WR’s Knee and Return
The bad luck for the San Diego Chargers continues, as wide receiver Travis Benjamin is not practicing heading into the team's Week 9 game against the Tennessee Titans because of a knee injury. Continue for updates. Latest on Benjamin's Practice Statu
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Boris Diaw Injury: Updates on Jazz Forward’s Leg and Return
Utah Jazz big man Boris Diaw is suffering from a right leg contusion that will keep him out of the lineup. It is uncertain when he will return to action. Continue for updates. Latest on Diaw's Timeline for Return Thursday, Nov. 3 Tim MacM
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Draymond Green Says Warriors Want to Beat Thunder ‘Really Bad’ for Kevin Durant
Thursday will mark Kevin Durant's first game against the Oklahoma City Thunder as a member of the Golden State Warriors, a point not lost on the former NBA MVP's new teammates. Per Monte Poole of Comcast SportsNet Bay Area, Draymond Green expla
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Jeremy Maclin Injury: Updates on Chiefs WR’s Groin and Return
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Jeremy Maclin is dealing with a sore groin, and his official playing status for Week 9 against the Jacksonville Jaguars has yet to be announced. Continue for updates. Latest on Maclin's Playing Statu
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Jae Crowder Injury: Updates on Celtics Forward’s Ankle and Return
Boston Celtics forward Jae Crowder suffered a sprained ankle in Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls and did not return. It's unclear when he'll return to the court. Continue for updates. Stevens Comments on Crowder's Playing Status Thurs
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Al Horford Injury: Updates on Celtics Star’s Concussion and Return
Boston Celtics center Al Horford hasn't played since suffering a concussion in Oct. 30's practice. It's unclear when he will return to the court. Continue for updates. Horford Out vs. Cavaliers Thursday, Nov. 4 Horford didn't play Thursday agai
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Howard Becomes Youngest Bear to Reach 200 Yards from Scrimmage
Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard rushed for 153 yards and a touchdown in Monday Night's game against the Minnesota Vikings, also adding 49 receiving yards to become the youngest player in franchise history to reach 200 yards from scrimmage in
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Denzel Perryman Injury: Updates on Chargers LB’s Hamstring and Return
San Diego Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman suffered a hamstring injury during a Week 8 loss to the Denver Broncos. His official playing status for Week 9 against the Tennessee Titans has yet to be announced. Continue for updates. Latest on P
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