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Curtis Granderson » As of press time, on the verge of going from center field in Comerica National Park to New Yankee Stadium. Not a bad upgrade — getting to hit between Derek Jeter and Mark Teixeira instead of in front of Placido Polanco and Magglio Ordonez. You have to give the Yanks credit for improving through another lopsided trade.
Andy Reid » How’s that for coaching continuity? The Eagles coach gets a three-year extension after his first decade, which netted five trips to the playoffs — which almost equals the number of coaches the Redskins have had since Reid started (6).
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Plaxico Burress » Wants a break from prison already. Who wouldn’t, but this application for a work furlough (he’s suspended from the NFL for the duration of his two-year sentence) just two months into his term isn’t going to fly. First of all, what work would he be talking about? Secondly, you were dumb, now you’re paying the price.
Concussions » Skins RB Clinton Portis and Bucs KR Clifton Smith are now done for the season with concussion symptoms. The Eagles’ Brian Westbrook and DeSean Jackson are set to return to practice following their concussions, but they can’t help but think of the consequences should they suffer subsequent head injuries.
