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AFC South: Manning separates Colts in daunting division
The Colts have it all, right? But this loaded team is still dependent on Peyton Manning. Pete Prisco says the Titans, Jaguars and Texans are still chasing as long as Peyton's in the pocket.

NFC East: Cowboys have edge in tough neighborhood
They seem to have it all. 'Seem' being the big word. For all their depth and talent, the Cowboys haven't won a playoff game in almost 12 years. Clark Judge says, even in a tough division, that 'should' change.

Merriman: I will play with torn knee ligaments
The surgeon's knife can wait. Shawne Merriman is going to play football, two torn knee ligaments and all.

Merriman's failure to have Feb. surgery proves ignorance
Shawne Merriman should have joined Philip Rivers on the operating table in Feb. to fix his damaged knee. But Merriman didn't and now, he's risking his career by saying he plans to play. If the San Diego front office isn't mad, they should be now, Clark Judge says.

Jaguars' Harvey ends holdout, signs 5-year deal
Defensive end Derrick Harvey ended a 33-day holdout Wednesday by signing a five-year, $23.8 million contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Colts' Manning passes first test with flying colors
Now Peyton Manning can start fine-tuning the mechanics, timing and rhythm.

Cardinals to start QB Warner in preseason finale
Kurt Warner will be the Arizona Cardinals' starting quarterback Friday night in their preseason finale against Denver, but coach Ken Whisenhunt says no decision has been made yet about who will start the opener at San Francisco.

Pregnant woman says Northcutt arranged assault
A pregnant woman has sued Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Dennis Northcutt, saying he arranged for his cousin to beat her up.

Knee bruise idles Tatupu; expected back for opener
Lofa Tatupu has a bone bruise in his right knee, but Seattle coach Mike Holmgren said the Pro Bowl linebacker will be fine for the season opener Sept. 7 at Buffalo.

Roster spots prize in Panthers' exhibition finale
During almost every break in practice Wednesday, Samie Parker went to the sideline, pulled out a sheet of paper and studied his new plays.

Ravens land DE Douglas from Bucs for late pick
The Baltimore Ravens traded for Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end Marques Douglas on Wednesday, reacting quickly to defensive lineman Dwan Edwards' season-ending back injury.

Pack's Jolly has Sept. 16 court date on drug charge
Green Bay Packers defensive lineman Johnny Jolly Jr. faces a Sept. 16 court date on a felony drug possession charge, according to court records.

DE Robison's return to action big relief for Vikings
When Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison takes the field on Thursday night for the preseason finale at Dallas, his heart will be pounding a little faster for two reasons.