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Colts sign free agent OL Andy Alleman

The Associated Press

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts have signed free agent guard Andy Alleman. The 6-foot-4, 310-pounder was New Orleans' third-round draft choice in 2007. He started four games in Miami in 2008, and started three games for Kansas City... Full story

Man convicted in slaying of Denver Broncos player

The Associated Press

DENVER — Suspected gang member Willie Clark was found guilty of murder Thursday in the drive-by shooting death of Denver Broncos cornerback Darrent Williams. A jury returned the verdict after an 11-day trial and a day and a half of... Full story

Jake Delhomme visiting Browns

The Associated Press

CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Browns are hosting Jake Delhomme and maybe dangling Brady Quinn. Released last week after seven seasons with the Carolina Panthers, Delhomme is visiting Thursday with the perpetually rebuilding Browns, who have... Full story

Pro Football Hall of Famer Merlin Olsen dies at 69

The Associated Press

SALT LAKE CITY — Pro Football Hall of Famer and former television actor Merlin Olsen has died. He was 69. Utah State University assistant athletic media relations director Zach Fisher says Olsen died Wednesday night. Olsen was an... Full story

Eagles sign free-agent DB Marlin Jackson

The Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Marlin Jackson's surgically repaired knees didn't scare off the Philadelphia Eagles. Still looking to replace Brian Dawkins, the Eagles are taking a chance on Jackson. They signed the free agent defensive back to a... Full story

Bengals try for deal with WR Antonio Bryant

The Associated Press

CINCINNATI — The Bengals are trying to reach a deal with free agent receiver Antonio Bryant, the team's latest attempt to find a complement for Chad Ochocinco. Bryant visited the team Tuesday and left without an agreement. The... Full story

LT and Favre? Tomlinson to visit Vikes

The Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — LaDainian Tomlinson is coming to Minnesota for a visit, and the Vikings believe he could be a good fit. Tomlinson is scheduled to meet with coach Brad Childress and other members of the organization on Thursday. The 2006... Full story

Titans reach 3-year deal with LB Witherspoon

The Associated Press

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Titans have agreed to a three-year contract with Will Witherspoon as they revamp their linebacking corps. The $11 million deal was announced Wednesday. General manager Mike Reinfeldt says Witherspoon... Full story

Garciaparra retires as member of Boston Red Sox

The Associated Press

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Nomar Garciaparra is retiring as a member of the Boston Red Sox. The 1997 American League MVP signed a one-day contract with his former team Wednesday, then announced he's ending his 14-year career. Garciaparra will... Full story

Author reveals the unwritten rules of baseball

The Associated Press

``The Baseball Codes: Beanballs, Sign Stealing, and Bench-Clearing Brawls: The Unwritten Rules of America's Pastime'' (Pantheon Books, 304 pages, $25), by Jason Turbow with Michael Duca: Major League Baseball is a complex, intricate game with a... Full story

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