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Week 9 of the 2009 Regular Season
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Redskins | - |
| Falcons | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Packers | - |
| Buccaneers | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Dolphins | - |
| Patriots | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
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| Chiefs | - |
| Jaguars | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
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| Texans | - |
| Colts | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Ravens | - |
| Bengals | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
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| Cardinals | - |
| Bears | - |
| 1 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Panthers | - |
| Saints | - |
| 4:05 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Lions | - |
| Seahawks | - |
| 4:05 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Chargers | - |
| Giants | - |
| 4:15 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Titans | - |
| 49ers | - |
| 4:15 p.m. ET | |
| Sun 11/8 | |
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| Cowboys | - |
| Eagles | - |
| 8:20 p.m. ET | |
| Mon 11/9 | |
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| Steelers | - |
| Broncos | - |
| 8:30 p.m. ET | |
Lions RB Smith not long-term solution?
Although Lions RB Kevin Smith has been an effective goal-line runner, his shortcomings in other areas make some wonder if he'll stay long in Detroit, according to NFC Whispers.
Texans thrilled with newcomer Pollard
The Texans can hardly believe their good fortune in having been able to sign SS Bernard Pollard in September, according to our AFC Whispers.
Vikings' Rice maturing into productive receiver
Hardworking WR Sidney Rice just turned 23, and his 2009 numbers indicate, according to our NFC Whispers, that he's growing into the receiver the Vikings had expected when they drafted him.
Patriots likely to lean more on Faulk
With injuries having sidelined offensive weapons Fred Taylor and Julian Edelman, our AFC Whispers indicate that multiple threat Kevin Faulk may take on a bigger role for the Patriots in the next few games.
Jones-Drew's remarks displease coaches
Although they wouldn't say so publicly, according to AFC Whispers, the Jaguars' coaches weren't thrilled with Maurice Jones-Drew's critical comments about the team's offense.
Orakpo beginning to pay dividends
In NFC Whispers, we hear that rookie OLB-DE Brian Orakpo is starting to display the enormous potential that the Redskins envisioned when they drafted him in April.
Ayanbadejo's injury hurts Ravens in two areas
The season-ending injury to Ravens LB Brendon Ayanbadejo is a big loss to the team on defense as well as on special teams, according to one of our AFC Whispers.
Davis rare bright spot in Carolina
Although the Panthers' 0-3 start has been a big disappointment, fifth-year WLB Thomas Davis has played very well, according to our NFC Whispers.
Garcon proving to be playmaker for Colts
In our AFC Whispers, we hear that WR Pierre Garcon is playing his way into a prominent role in the Colts' offense.
Dockett has stood out most for Cardinals
In our NFC Whispers, we hear that the best Cardinals player early this season has been DT Darnell Dockett.
Raiders worried about Russell's development
In our AFC Whispers, we hear that Raiders QB JaMarcus Russell isn't progressing the way his coaches had expected.
Cowboys' Spencer struggling with pass rush
When the Cowboys drafted Anthony Spencer in 2007, they expected him to become a feared pass rusher, but that hasn't happened yet, according to NFC Whispers.
Bengals' Odom beginning to pay dividends
With a strong showing early this season, Bengals DE Antwan Odom is starting to earn his lucrative salary, according to our AFC Whispers.
Randle El more productive in slot
After having struggled when lining up outside, Redskins WR Antwaan Randle El is more effective now that he has returned to his preferred slot position, according to our NFC Whispers.
Cardinals will miss special-teamer Francisco
The Cardinals may regret cutting special-teams star Aaron Francisco, according to our NFC Whispers.
Audibles
Insider: McDaniels 'knows what he is doing'
After being the target of widespread criticism for several offseason developments with the Broncos, new head coach Josh McDaniels has his players well-prepared, says one NFL insider in this week's "Audibles."
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Way We Hear It
Spitz could be out awhile for Packers
Just when it looks as if veteran Packers OTs Chad Clifton and Mark Tauscher are ready to settle into starting roles again, the versatile Jason Spitz appears to be saddled by a lower-back injury that team insiders are starting to ...
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