- Breaking News: * Sunni and Shiite Iraqi journalists talk about war (AP) * Fox: Kara DioGuardi departs 'American Idol' (AP) * Goats rescued after 2 days on 6-inch ledge in Mont (AP) * The nation's weather (AP) * Fired, rehired teachers back at troubled RI school (AP) * Taylor Lautner settles suit over RV for movie set (AP) * French bid to ban veils worries allies, tourists (AP) * Maggie Cheung waits to age before return to films (AP) * Apple: The King of Digital Music (PC World) * Can home cooking be hazardous to your health? (AP) * Suspect in consulate deaths appears in Texas court (AP) * CA university upholds suspension of Muslim group (AP) * Witness recants statements in Anna Nicole case (AP) * New York Times Endorses Johnson Over Rangel (CQPolitics.com) * Muslims take to Minn. State Fair to repair image (AP) * Federer, Soderling move nearer to US Open showdown (AFP) * Montana teen accidentally texts sheriff to buy pot (AP) * Mexican suspect in US consulate killings in Texas court (AFP) * 'Alive' survivors to Chilean mining kin: Be strong (AP) * Burger King to stop buying oil from Indonesian co. (AP)
- Breaking News: * Sunni and Shiite Iraqi journalists talk about war (AP) * Fox: Kara DioGuardi departs 'American Idol' (AP) * Goats rescued after 2 days on 6-inch ledge in Mont (AP) * The nation's weather (AP) * Fired, rehired teachers back at troubled RI school (AP) * Taylor Lautner settles suit over RV for movie set (AP) * French bid to ban veils worries allies, tourists (AP) * Maggie Cheung waits to age before return to films (AP) * Apple: The King of Digital Music (PC World) * Can home cooking be hazardous to your health? (AP) * Suspect in consulate deaths appears in Texas court (AP) * CA university upholds suspension of Muslim group (AP) * Witness recants statements in Anna Nicole case (AP) * New York Times Endorses Johnson Over Rangel (CQPolitics.com) * Muslims take to Minn. State Fair to repair image (AP) * Federer, Soderling move nearer to US Open showdown (AFP) * Montana teen accidentally texts sheriff to buy pot (AP) * Mexican suspect in US consulate killings in Texas court (AFP) * 'Alive' survivors to Chilean mining kin: Be strong (AP) * Burger King to stop buying oil from Indonesian co. (AP)
ESPN
Arizona Cardinals cut ties with QB ...Arizona Cardinals cut ties with QB Matt Leinart
The Arizona Cardinals will release quarterback Matt Leinart, a league source told ESPN.com's Adam Schefter.No. 4 Florida overcomes errors vs. ...No. 4 Florida overcomes errors vs. Miami (OH)
Jeff Demps had a long scoring run, John Brantley added a fluky touchdown pass late and No. 4 Florida overcame an error-filled game to beat Miami (Ohio) 34-12 Saturday.St. Louis Rams name Sam Bradford as...St. Louis Rams name Sam Bradford as starting quarterback
The St. Louis Rams have named No. 1 overall pick Sam Bradford as the Week 1 starter when the team opens at home against the Arizona Cardinals.U.S. Open: Fourth-seeded Jelena Jan...U.S. Open: Fourth-seeded Jelena Jankovic ousted by Kaia Kanepi
Fourth-seeded Jelena Jankovic was upset by 31st-seeded Kaia Kanepi 6-2, 7-6 (1) in the third round of the U.S. Open on Saturday.Tiger Woods shoots 65 to keep playo...Tiger Woods shoots 65 to keep playoff hopes alive
Tiger Woods didn't miss many shots and didn't make any bogeys on his way to a 6-under 65 that kept his playoff hopes alive in the Deutsche Bank Championship.Notre Dame tips Purdue to give Kell...Notre Dame tips Purdue to give Kelly first win
Dayne Crist threw for 205 yards and a touchdown in his first start, Armando Allen ran for a score and Notre Dame's defense was solid Saturday in a 23-12 win over Purdue that gave coach Brian Kelly a victory in his Fighting Irish debut.
Yahoo
- Cardinals release QB Leinart (AP)
Cardinals release QB Leinart (AP)
The Arizona Cardinals have released Matt Leinart, parting ways with the former Heisman Trophy winner who was supposed to be the team's franchise quarterback but couldn't escape the backup role. The team made the announcement on Saturday, shortly before the Cardinals had to reach their 53-man roster limit.Top pick Bradford to start for Rams...Top pick Bradford to start for Rams (AP)
No. 1 overall draft pick Sam Bradford will start at quarterback in the regular-season opener at home against Arizona next weekend. Coach Steve Spagnuolo announced the decision Saturday, saying Bradford had earned the job. "We're confident. The staff's confident. The team's confident," Spagnuolo said.Jacksonville State stuns Ole Miss i...Jacksonville State stuns Ole Miss in 2OT (AP)
Jacksonville State quarterback Coty Blanchard completed a 2-point conversion pass to Calvin Middleton in double overtime as the Gamecocks pulled off a stunning 49-48 victory over Mississippi on Saturday. "The coaches called a shovel pass," Middleton said. "I don't even know if (Blanchard) saw me, but I knew if I could catch it I was deep enough in the end zone to score.Woods has 65 to keep playoff hopes ...Woods has 65 to keep playoff hopes alive (AP)
About the only thing fun for Jason Day was being atop the leaderboard in the Deutsche Bank Championship. One day after he opened with a 63 in conditions so calm he might as well have been playing indoors, Day found out quickly what he was up against Saturday in tree-shaking wind on the TPC at Boston.Padres' skid hits 9 with loss to Ro...Padres' skid hits 9 with loss to Rockies (AP)
NL batting leader Carlos Gonzalez had three hits and two RBIs to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 6-2 win Saturday over the reeling NL West-leading San Diego Padres, whose nine-game losing streak is their longest since 2003. The Padres hadn't lost more than three in a row before this streak, during which they've gone from having the best record in the NL to having the third-best.Notre Dame beats Purdue in Kelly's ...Notre Dame beats Purdue in Kelly's debut (AP)
Dayne Crist threw for 205 yards and a touchdown in his first start, Armando Allen ran for a score and Notre Dame's defense was solid Saturday in a 23-12 win over Purdue that gave coach Brian Kelly a victory in his Fighting Irish debut. Kelly came to South Bend after a successful run at Cincinnati where he led the Bearcats to 12-0 regular season a year ago.
MSNBC
- Kelly, Irish open with victory over...
Kelly, Irish open with victory over Purdue
After jumping out ahead of Purdue, 20-3, in the first game of the Brian Kelly era, Notre Dame's lead began to slip away as the Boilermakers notched a safety followed by a touchdown to close the gap to eight. But the Irish defense clamped down and David Ruffer notched his thrid field goal as Notre Dame held on for the 23-12 win Saturday in South Bend.Turnaround for RichRod, UM? UConn c...Turnaround for RichRod, UM? UConn crushed
Denard Robinson accounted for 383 yards and two touchdowns in his first game as Michigan's starting quarterback, leading the Wolverines to a 30-10 win over Connecticut on Saturday at the bigger than ever Big House.No. 4 Florida starts slow in post-T...No. 4 Florida starts slow in post-Tebow era
Jeff Demps had a long scoring run, John Brantley added a fluky touchdown pass late and No. 4 Florida overcame an error-filled game to beat Miami (Ohio) 34-12 Saturday.Gilbert, No. 5 Texas get job done i...Gilbert, No. 5 Texas get job done in opener
Tre' Newton ran for three touchdowns, quarterback Garrett Gilbert was up and down in his first college start and No. 5 Texas overcame a slow start to beat Rice 34-17 on Saturday.Rockies send Padres to 9th straight...Rockies send Padres to 9th straight loss
NL batting leader Carlos Gonzalez had three hits and two RBIs to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 6-2 win Saturday over the reeling NL West-leading San Diego Padres, whose nine-game losing streak is their longest since 2003.Arizona Cardinals release quarterba...Arizona Cardinals release quarterback Matt Leinart
The Arizona Cardinals have released Matt Leinart, parting ways with the former Heisman Trophy winner who was supposed to be the team's franchise quarterback but couldn't escape the backup role.
USATODAY
- Minus Tebow, Florida offense strugg...
Minus Tebow, Florida offense struggles against Miami (Ohio)
Florida could be thankful for one thing on Saturday. It didn't play the "other" Miami. In the first game after the Tim Tebow era, the Gators ...
Live: Tracking games on the opening...Live: Tracking games on the opening Saturday of the college football season
It's the opening Saturday of the college football season and 19 ranked teams will take the field for the first time. We'll follow all the action ...
NFL cut day roundup: Cardinals oust...NFL cut day roundup: Cardinals oust Matt Leinart, Seahawks jettison T.J. Houshmandzadeh
The Matt Leinart era in Arizona -- an era that really never started after his selection as the 10th overall pick in 2006 -- ended on Saturday ...
Snedeker snares Boston lead; Tiger ...Snedeker snares Boston lead; Tiger Woods makes cut with 65
Brandt Snedeker is the leader at the Deutsche Bank Championship, a spot he didn't imagine when he saw that his tee times coincided with the expected ...
Rockies send reeling Padres to 9th ...Rockies send reeling Padres to 9th straight loss
NL batting leader Carlos Gonzalez had three hits and two RBIs to lead the Colorado Rockies to a 6-2 win Saturday over the reeling NL West-leading ...
Galaxy salvage draw with Fire off O...Galaxy salvage draw with Fire off Omar Gonzalez header
Omar Gonzalez headed in a corner by Landon Donovan in the 90th minute Saturday, allowing the Los Angeles Galaxy to salvage a 1-1 tie against ...
Fox Sports
- Matt Leinart released by Cardinals
Matt Leinart released by Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals have released quarterback Matt Leinart. Coach Tim Wisenhunt informed the former USC standout Saturday of the team's decision.
Arizona Cardinals - Matt Leinart - sport - NFL - Quarterback
Cards cut Leinart: Where it went wr...Cards cut Leinart: Where it went wrong
The Cardinals have cut ties with former top-10 pick Matt Leinart.
Oregon State vs. TCU Game TraxOregon State vs. TCU Game Trax
Can Jacquizz Rodgers carry Oregon State to an upset of No. 6 TCU? Follow it LIVE.
Buzz: Latest from the NFLBuzz: Latest from the NFL
Buzz: Latest news from around NFL training camps.
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Cut List: NFL roster deadline movesCut List: NFL roster deadline moves
Reuters
- Snedeker putts into share of lead w...
Snedeker putts into share of lead with Day as Woods hits back
NORTON, Massachusetts (Reuters) - American Brandt Snedeker putted brilliantly to take a share of the lead with Australian Jason Day after the second round of the $7.5 million Deutsche Bank Championship on Saturday.Seeds survive as wind wreaks havoc ...Seeds survive as wind wreaks havoc on U.S. Open
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Maria Sharapova and Caroline Wozniacki blew their opponents off the court Saturday at a windy Flushing Meadows to set-up a dream fourth-round meeting at the U.S. Open.Federer says Nadal not the best ......Federer says Nadal not the best ... yet
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Roger Federer has warned Rafa Nadal that he must win the U.S. Open to stand any chance of being labeled as the greatest to ever play the game.Hameed denies he alleged match-rigg...Hameed denies he alleged match-rigging
KARACHI (Reuters) - Pakistan test opener Yasir Hameed denied Saturday he had told the British tabloid The News of the World that he had accused his team mates of fixing matches.Williams puts on stylish show as Se...Williams puts on stylish show as Serena looks on
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A stylish Venus Williams gave a commanding performance with little sister Serena looking on as she trounced qualifier Mandy Minella of Luxembourg to reach the fourth round of the U.S. Open on Friday.Kovalchuk contract saga over after ...Kovalchuk contract saga over after NHL and Devils reach deal
NEW YORK (Reuters) - Russian winger Ilya Kovalchuk has been cleared to re-sign with the New Jersey Devils after the National Hockey League (NHL) accepted his revised contract.
SI.com
- MLS: Gonzalez atones for big gaffe ...
MLS: Gonzalez atones for big gaffe in a big way
BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (AP) -- With Chicago Fire fans still celebrating their go-ahead goal -- set up by Gonzalez's foul -- Gonzalez headed in a corner from Landon Donovan in the 90th minute Saturday to salvage a 1-1 tie for the Los Angeles Galaxy.Italy's Prandelli praises an inspir...Italy's Prandelli praises an inspirational Cassano
MILAN (AP) -- Italy coach Cesare Prandelli believes Antonio Cassano can help lead Italy's recovery from its World Cup disaster.England center back Dawson out for ...England center back Dawson out for two months
Read full story for latest details.Argentina seeks friendlies against ...Argentina seeks friendlies against major powers
Read full story for latest details.Kagawa leads Japan over Paraguay in...Kagawa leads Japan over Paraguay in friendly
YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) -- Shinji Kagawa scored the winner as Japan beat Paraguay 1-0 on Saturday in a friendly.Ben Lyttleton: Newcastles hopes gam...Ben Lyttleton: Newcastles hopes gamble on enigmatic Ben Arfa pays dividends
On talent alone, winger Hatem Ben Arfa takes a backseat to no one. However, Newcastle will have to curb his disciplinary problems if he's to flourish in England, writes Ben Lyttleton.
Sky Sports
- Spurs confirm Dawson blow
Spurs confirm Dawson blow
Tottenham Hotspur have announced that England defender Michael Dawson will be sidelined for six to eight weeks through injury.No regrets for deadly DefoeNo regrets for deadly Defoe
Jermain Defoe has no regrets about cancelling his groin operation after hitting a hat-trick in England's 4-0 victory over Bulgaria.Capello delighted by JermainCapello delighted by Jermain
Fabio Capello hailed Jermain Defoe's clinical display as the striker scored a hat-trick in a 4-0 victory over Bulgaria on Friday.Theo - Roo relished free roleTheo - Roo relished free role
Theo Walcott says England team-mate Wayne Rooney relished playing in a free role against Bulgaria.Capello still in 'dream job'Capello still in 'dream job'
Fabio Capello insists he is still in his dream job, despite coming under criticism following the World Cup.Federer aces French examFederer aces French exam
Roger Federer marched into the last 16 of the US Open with a third successive straight-sets victory in New York.
abc News
- Michigan's Robinson Shines in 30-10...
Michigan's Robinson Shines in 30-10 Win Over UConn
Michigan QB Denard Robinson accounts for 383 yards and 2 TDs in a 30-10 victory vs Connecticut
Irish Win Kelly's Debut, 23-12Irish Win Kelly's Debut, 23-12
Notre Dame outlasts Purdue 23-12 as Kelly wins Irish debut
Gators Avoid Meltdown, Beat Miami (...Gators Avoid Meltdown, Beat Miami (Ohio) 34-12
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No Love Lost: Sharapova Blanks Capr...No Love Lost: Sharapova Blanks Capra 6-0, 6-0
Twisting in the wind: 18-year-old American Capra loses 6-0, 6-0 to Sharapova at US Open
No. 11 Oregon Blows out New Mexico,...No. 11 Oregon Blows out New Mexico, 72-0
Kenjon Barner scores five touchdowns in No. 11 Oregon's 72-0 victory over New Mexico
CBS Sports
- Notre Dame tops Purdue to kick off ...
Notre Dame tops Purdue to kick off Kelly era
Dayne Crist threw for 205 yards and a touchdown in his first start, Armando Allen ran for a score and Notre Dame's defense was solid Saturday in a 23-12 win over Purdue that gave coach Brian Kelly a victory in his Fighting Irish debut.
Shaky, sloppy Florida escapes with ...Shaky, sloppy Florida escapes with defeat of RedHawks
Jeff Demps had a long scoring run, John Brantley added a fluky touchdown pass late and No. 4 Florida overcame an error-filled game to beat Miami (Ohio) 34-12 on Saturday.
Robinson, Michigan have way with Co...Robinson, Michigan have way with Connecticut
Denard Robinson accounted for 383 yards and two touchdowns in his first game as Michigan's starting quarterback, leading the Wolverines to a 30-10 win over Connecticut on Saturday at the bigger than ever Big House.
Ole Miss stunned in 2 OTs by Jackso...Ole Miss stunned in 2 OTs by Jacksonville State
Jacksonville State quarterback Coty Blanchard completed a 2-point conversion pass to Calvin Middleton in double overtime as the Gamecocks pulled off a stunning 49-48 victory over Mississippi on Saturday.
Shaky, sloppy Florida escapes with ...Shaky, sloppy Florida escapes with defeat of RedHawks
Jeff Demps had a long scoring run, John Brantley added a fluky touchdown pass late and No. 4 Florida overcame an error-filled game to beat Miami (Ohio) 34-12 on Saturday.
Newton's 3 TDs help No. 5 Texas dou...Newton's 3 TDs help No. 5 Texas double up Rice
Tre' Newton ran for three touchdowns, quarterback Garrett Gilbert was up and down in his first college start and No. 5 Texas overcame a slow start to beat Rice 34-17 on Saturday.
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