Chip Kelly has a quarterback problem. Michael Vick can't stay on the field. We run down all the big Week 8 injuries including problems for the New England Patriots, Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions.

After being eased into the Dallas Cowboys' offensive line rotation, Brian Waters hopes to start Sunday. If Waters can play like he did two seasons ago, expect to see a much improved offensive line.

Veteran guard Nate Livings was released from injured reserve by the Dallas Cowboys -- just one year after the team handed the lineman a five-year, $18.7 million contract.

The prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award is unique among NFL honors. It is the only award that recognizes a player for outstanding community service activities as well as for excellence on the field.

With Bill Belichick and Tom Brady each potentially entering the twilights of their respective careers, there's a palpable sense that the Patriots are all in on 2012, Albert Breer writes.

Veteran guard Brian Waters energized rumors that his playing career was over on Wednesday when he reportedly failed to show up for the start of the New England Patriots training camp.

New England Patriots guard Brian Waters won't retire from the NFL and plans to return to the Pats for his 13th season, the Boston Herald reported.

We tend to overblow the significance of early free-agent signings ... and overlook the value of late additions. Jason La Canfora identifies the best players left on the open market, including Ryan Grant.

Patriots have only 6 picks, but that could change

Matt Light's post-Super Bowl dance party will wind up being his going-away party. The 11-year veteran is stepping away from the game.

Patriots star Wes Welker went undrafted in 2004. But is he the best undrafted player in the league? Our Adam Rank breaks it all down in the latest Pick Six.

Tom Brady led another prolific offense last season. But then there was the other side of the ball. Elliot Harrison identifies the most pressing issues on a defense that hemorrhaged yards.

Belichick, Brady, give Pats best shot at NFL title

Super Bowls can sometimes make or break Hall of Fame careers. Pat Kirwan examines which Pats and Giants are Canton slam dunks, which ones are on the cusp and those who have work to do.

Veteran Waters gets first shot at Super Bowl title

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Patriots' offense set to rebound from subpar game

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