Football
Thousands turn out to honour Giants
NEW YORK — Eli Manning hoisted the Lombardi Trophy from a glittering blue-and-white float, and Mayor Michael Bloomberg joked that New York City should now be nicknamed the “Big Blue Apple,” as thousands of fans crowded lower Manhattan on Tuesday to celebrate the New York Giants’ Super Bowl victory amid tons of confetti.
The parade set off from the southern tip of Manhattan and rolled slowly north to City Hall, past fans dressed head to toe in red, blue and white Giants gear, with confetti wafting slowly from the high-rises lining Broadway. READ
Giants beat Patriots for fourth Super Bowl
Giants 21 Patriots 17 INDIANAPOLIS — Take that, Brady. You too, Peyton. READ
First and goal in sight for sole survivor of horrific crash
EDMONTON — High school football player Zach Judd’s bright red Ultimate Fighter T-shirt just about says it all. Last October, Judd was in a coma and suffering from brain injuries, a fractured skull and a punctured lung when he was wheeled into hospital. He was the sole survivor of a horrific traffic crash, involving a suspected drunk driver, that killed four of his teammates. READ
Giants vs. Patriots rematch worth the wait
Here we go again. READ
Glenn restructures deal with Stampeders
Kevin Glenn has restructured his CFL contract with the Calgary Stampeders. READ
Manning, Giants a big test for Patriots’ secondary
Eli Manning could have a pretty clear view downfield against the hardly super secondary of the New England Patriots. READ
Manning to N.Y. Giants: focus on Super Bowl
When Eli Manning talks, the New York Giants listen. Making a rare mid-week address, the Super Bowl MVP told his teammates Tuesday to take care of personal business early so they can focus on preparing to play the New England Patriots in the super sequel in Indianapolis on Feb. 5. READ
Every game a big game for Patriots’ Belichick
Season opener or Super Bowl, every game is a big game to Bill Belichick. His consistent approach to preparation for the next opponent, whether a powerhouse or a pushover, is the cornerstone of the coaching that has brought the New England Patriots to their fifth Super Bowl in 11 years. READ
Paterno private funeral set for Wednesday
Joe Paterno’s family said Monday the legendary football coach will get a two-day viewing and a public memorial this week on the Penn State campus, two months after the university summarily fired him over the phone. READ
Calgary Stampeders release career rushing leader Joffrey Reynolds
The Calgary Stampeders released all-time rushing leader Joffrey Reynolds on Monday. READ
Joe Paterno dies at 85
Other than family, football was everything to Joe Paterno. It was his lifeblood. It kept him pumped. READ
Giants rely on formula
The New York Giants have their own Super Bowl formula: in overtime and on the road. READ
Patriots beat Ravens, Super Bowl next
Tom Brady got all the help he needed to get the New England Patriots into the Super Bowl. READ
Joe Paterno dies at 85
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Other than family, football was everything to Joe Paterno. It was his lifeblood. It kept him pumped. READ
Giants return to Super Bowl
New York 20 San Francisco 17 SAN FRANCISCO — The New York Giants have their own Super Bowl formula: in overtime and on the road. READ
Joe Paterno in serious condition
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Joe Paterno’s doctors say the former Penn State coach’s condition has become “serious” after he experienced complications from lung cancer in recent days. READ
Manning, Smith faced their share of scrutiny
The Giants’ Eli Manning has been forced to escape the shadow of superstar big brother, Peyton. San Francisco’s Alex Smith? He only has a pair of Hall of Famers in Joe Montana and Steve Young hanging over him in 49ers lore. READ
Giants stun Packers
New York Giants 37 Green Bay 20 GREEN BAY, Wis. — With their own star quarterback and a dominating defence, the New York Giants exposed the Green Bay Packers for what they now are — former Super Bowl champions. READ
Ravens beat Texans to advance to AFC title game
Baltimore 20 Houston 13 BALTIMORE — The Baltimore Ravens didn’t just earn another home win. They stole one from the Houston Texans. READ
Brady throws for 6 TDs, Patriots rout Broncos
New England 45 Denver 10 FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady silenced Tebowmania with a record-shattering performance. READ

