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Campbell Soup Sacks NFL Moms

Kevin Spak — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:18:00 CDT

Wilma McNabb and the other NFL moms are finished as corporate spokespeople, the Wall Street Journal reports. Campbell's Chunky Soup has launched a new distinctly mom-less advertising campaign after market research indicated that the 30-year-old men they’re targeting weren’t relying on their mothers’ food advice. Their new ad likens LaDanian...

The Best Athlete on the Planet

Kevin Spak — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:40:04 CDT

If Earth could only send one guy to a galactic Olympics, who would it be? The Wall Street Journal had a panel of sports experts hash it out, and its top 10 might surprise: Roman Sebrle: Czech decathlon champion wins on versatility. LeBron James: What can’t the NBA star do?...

Patriots Stay Perfect

Mike Buss — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 17:39:07 CST

The '72 Dolphins must be nervous after New England stayed perfect today by defeating an injured Chargers crew, 21-12, and advancing to a fourth Super Bowl in seven years. The Patriots had to work for it, suffering a lackluster effort from Tom Brady, and riding rusher Lawrence Maroney for 122...

Rivers Says He Will Play for Chargers

Mitch Pritchard — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:13:36 CST

As far as Philip Rivers is concerned, he is the San Diego Chargers quarterback in Sunday's AFC championship game against the New England Patriots, reports the Associated Press. "The way I felt Monday morning, I didn't think I'd feel as good as I do right now," said Rivers. Coach Norv...

Depleted Chargers Shock Indy

Mike Buss — Sun, 13 Jan 2008 17:20:33 CST

San Diego lost its starting quarterback and star rusher today but still clinched an upset over the Indianapolis Colts, 28-24, the AP reports. Backup QB Billy Volek led a 78-yard scoring drive late in the fourth quarter and the Chargers' D stiffened against Indy's passing attack. But San Diego running...

Chargers Pass First Playoff Test

Jesse Andrews — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 22:08:58 CST

One of the NFLs most talented clubs notched its first postseason win in 13 years today as San Diego overcame a 6-0 halftime deficit to knock out Tennessee, 17-6. The visiting Titans succeeded in frustrating star running back LaDainian Tomlinson but allowed quarterback Philip Rivers to pass for 292 yards...

Return of the King

Jesse Andrews — Tue, 25 Dec 2007 06:12:48 CST

With Pittsburgh's Willie Parker (1316 yards) sidelined with a broken wheel and Minnesota's rookie wunderkind Adrian Peterson (1305) running on fumes, the league's rushing leader has a familiar face again. Last year's titlebearer LaDainian Tomlinson (1418) reclaimed the lead with a game to go, the AP reports, as the Chargers...

Tomlinson, Chargers Jolt Tennessee in OT

Mike Buss — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 19:44:47 CST

San Diego, propelled by a 14-point fourth quarter rally, defeated Tennessee with a TD run in overtime by reigning MVP LaDainian Tomlinson, reports the Tennessean . The Titans' defense dominated the first three quarters but couldn't contain L.T. when it counted as he ended with 146 yards rushing. The Titans,...

LT Leads SD Over KC With 2nd Half TDs

Jesse Andrews — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 16:55:37 CST

LaDainian Tomlinson took control after halftime, scoring both of the second half's touchdowns, and the Chiefs continued their spiral out of football relevance. Kansas City highlights were limited to a touchdown by hulking defensive end Jared Allen and a team-record 81-yard punt by Dustin Colquitt. In early AFC East road-win...