Doug Martin admitted he struggled as Marshawn Lynch's backup but said he was ready to take over as the Raiders' starting running back this week.
Urban Meyer praised J.T. Barrett after the backup starred off the bench in Ohio State's 38-10 win over Penn State, prompting Meyer to again evaluate who should start at QB for the Buckeyes.
Michael Vick shined in his debut for the Pittsburgh Steelers, completing 4 of 5 passes for 106 yards Saturday in a preseason game against the Buffalo Bills.
Saints backup quarterback Ryan Griffin needed more than 50 stitches in his face after being struck with a champagne bottle during an argument at a New Orleans lounge last week.
As hope fades by the day that a deal will be reached for a May 2 showdown between welterweight champions Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao, the Pacquiao camp is putting a backup plan in place.
Johnny Manziel's goal for the future: Turn a no into a yes and become an NFL starter.
