Quarterback Mark Sanchez has been ruled out, as expected, for the New York Jets' game at Tampa Bay, along with cornerback Dwight Lowery and offensive lineman Robert Turner.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan sat out another practice because of a toe injury, making it increasingly unlikely he'll be able to play against the unbeaten New Orleans Saints.
Shawne Merriman, the San Diego Chargers' linebacker who was embroiled in a dispute with reality television star Tila Tequila earlier this year, has sued Tequila for copyright and trademark infringement.
JaMarcus Russell says he was "embarrassed" when he was benched by coach Tom Cable and plans to work hard to regain his starting quarterback role for the Oakland Raiders.
