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Win your office Super Bowl pool?
Uncle Sam wants to know since he gets a cut of your gambling winnings. Here are the forms you need to report your good luck.

Win your office Super Bowl pool?
Uncle Sam wants to know since he gets a cut of your gambling winnings. Here are the forms you need to report your good luck.

2007 Energy Bill - Light Bulb
The 2007 The Energy Independence and Security Act contains controversial provisions such as new lighting efficiency standards. This tutorial covers what the new law means for the incandescent light bulb and why CFL lighting is not the long term answer.

NFL, Walsh Move Closer To Interview
The NFL is close to completing an agreement that would allow league officials to interview a key figure in their investigation of possible further wrongdoing by the New England Patriots.

A Student of Kicking Passes a Test and Lands in the N.F.L.
Benjamin Dato’s journey as a kicker has taken him from the soccer fields of Wyomissing, Pa., to a free-agent contract with the Baltimore Ravens.

Patriots Re-Sign Moss to 3-Year Deal
After a melodramatic flirtation with free agency, record-breaking receiver Randy Moss re-signs with the Patriots for three years.

Eleanor Roosevelt Graduate Harvey Is Happy to Hear From Jacksonville
Greenbelt native and former All-Met at Eleanor Roosevelt Derrick Harvey was elated when the Jaguars moved up in the draft to take him with the eighth overall pick.

NFL Commissioner Presses for His Proposals
Commissioner Roger Goodell says he will enact measures to crackdown on cheating whether or not he receives the support of NFL owners.

Vobora new Mr. Irrelevant
It was truly ironic that, as the moment unfolded Sunday at his home in Moscow, Idaho, David Vobora knew the pursuit of his NFL dream would become a reality well before those around him did.

Strahan keeping quiet about retirement decision
Seven-time Pro Bowler Michael Strahan has a good idea whether he wants to play a 16th NFL season, but the New York Giants defensive …

Ex-Vikings DL Scott charged with assault (AP)
Former Minnesota Vikings defensive lineman Darrion Scott was charged Tuesday with assault and accused of holding a plastic dry cleaning bag over the head of his 2-year-old son. Scott was charged in Hennepin County Court with third-degree assault and domestic assault by strangulation, both felonies. He also was charged with endangerment of a child — a gross misdemeanor — for allegedly keeping a…

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Ad Council Join NFL to Combat Childhood Obesity
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Ad Council and the National Football League (NFL) will join to launch a new series of national public service advertisements (PSAs) designed to combat childhood obesity by encouraging physical activity among children. The new ads, which feature NFL players Reggie Bush (New Orleans Saints), Antonio Gates (San Diego Chargers) and Jason Witten (Dallas Cowboys), urge families to “get up and play an hour a day.” The PSAs will be unveiled this morning during the NFL’s United Way Hometown Huddle Event in New Orleans, part of the NFL’s national day of service. The ads will also air during NFL games throughout the football season.

Sheppard reports to camp, ends speculation
Lito Sheppard reported for a mandatory minicamp Friday night, ending speculation that he might hold out until the Philadelphia Eagles trade him or give him a new contract.

Good, Average or Somewhere in Between
When it comes to evaluating a class of linebackers for the draft, one of the toughest tasks for NFL analysts is deciphering who the linebackers are.

Moss a Free Agent After Pats Withhold Franchise Tag
The Patriots choose not to franchise Randy Moss, allowing the record-setting wide receiver to hit the unrestricted free agent market.

Goodell Will Meet With Sen. Specter
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Sen. Arlen Specter (R-Pa.) are to meet Wednesday to discuss the “Spygate” case involving the New England Patriots.

Drug Case Involves 2 N.F.L. Players
Information from a man who pleaded guilty to steroid-distribution charges has led to a subpoena for at least one active player — an unnamed member of the Atlanta Falcons.

Trial delayed in Sean Taylor murder case
A Miami judge has postponed the trial of four men accused in the slaying of Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor until August.

Police arrest Washington man in Vegas shooting
A Washington man was arrested Friday in the triple shooting at a Las Vegas strip club that led to the suspension of NFL cornerback Adam “Pacman” Jones. Las Vegas police said Arvin Kenti Edwards was arrested late Friday at the Yakima County Correctional facility, where he was already in custody on unrelated charges. Police said Edwards, 29, of Renton, Wash., faces three counts of attempted murder with a weapon and three counts of battery with substantial bodily harm.

Roski to unveil concept for NFL stadium
Edward P. Roski Jr., a part owner of the Kings and Lakers who has spent several years trying to lure the NFL back to the Los Angeles area, believes his latest concept for a stadium could help finally land a team.

Super Bowl Ticket Scams Flourish
Scalping, online scams, bogus packages plague fans.