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Transcript of off ensive coordinator Brian Daboll's press conference, Nov. 20, 2009 (On what can be done to improve the passing game)- “With last week in terms of playing the Baltimore Ravens, they do a good job of keeping those safeties deep with Ed Reed. Some of the passes that we threw last week were called runs. Brady (Quinn) just... Full story »

Ryan discusses the defense's play against the Ravens last weekend, whether he can confuse Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford, and how to avoid confusion during substitutions. Full story »

If it's not one thing, it's been plenty of others. When it comes to the Cleveland Browns this season, there have been more than a few other things that have sabotaged the year. No matter that the team has held its own on defense at times, such as in Monday's 0-0 halftime effort against Baltimore, it's usually been only... Full story »

The Browns coach says linebacker David Bowens will be the defensive captain for the rest of the season, says Josh Cribbs should be ready for Sunday's game, and talks about Bill Belichick's decision to go for it on fourth-and-2 last weekend. Full story »

Cavs center curating an art show in New York that will open in February. Full story »

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Transcript of coach Eric Mangini's press conference, Nov. 19, 2009 (Opening statement)- "Good morning everybody.  How are we doing?  Yesterday we, I'm sure you guys got the release on Steve Heiden and Dave Zastudil, put them on IR, which is always disappointing.  [We] just didn't think that they were going to be in a position to play moving forward... Full story »

Ohio State's veteran team can squeeze itself into the national conversation tonight, when the Buckeyes play tall and powerful North Carolina in the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic at Madison Square Garden. The nucleus of North Carolina's 2009 national championship team has graduated and/or moved on to the NBA. Full story »

The Ohio State vs. Michigan football game is one of America's biggest and oldest sports rivalries. This season, things just don't seem the same, as Ohio State often hasn't been impressive despite its 9-2 record, and as Michigan's 5-6 record makes it a combined 8-15 the last two seasons.  Full story »

Cleveland Cavaliers forward and NBA MVP LeBron James said on Tuesday that he "could be really good" as an NFL player if he put in the necessary time and commitment. Observers often say James would be a tight end. Now, a star tight end gives his opinion. Full story »

Fans poll: The Cleveland Browns visit the Detroit Lions on Sunday, a matchup of teams with 1-8 records. The teams played each other in four NFL title games over a six-year span. Harry Truman was president when the first one was played; Dwight Eisenhower was president when the other three were played. Full story »

The Cleveland Cavaliers built a 41-24 lead in Washington against the Wizards on Wednesday night, parlty because they spaced the court and moved the basketball so well on offense. When that stopped, their winning streak was destined to end, too, and it did in a 108-91 defeat. Full story »

Mary Kay Cabot and Tony Grossi preview Browns vs. Lionsstrong> Video:  Full story »

The last time Ohio State-Michigan captured the attention of the nation was in 2006, wshen the teams were ranked as the nation's two best, and Ohio State won a thriller, 42-39. At least for now, the storied rivalry isn't quite what it used to be. Full story »

The top-seeded Vikings will host the Horizon League Tournament at Woodling Gym this weekend. Full story »