NFL

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed kicker Dave Rayner.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman will likely be sidelined for at least a month after undergoing surgery for a sports hernia.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers didn't throw at practice for a third straight day, but a sprained right shoulder isn't expected to prevent him from starting Sunday's game at Seattle.

New Orleans star wide receiver Marques Colston and tight end Jeremy Shockey are close to returning to the playing field as each have not been officially ruled out for Sunday's home game against the Oakland Raiders.

San Diego Chargers wide receiver Chris Chambers is listed as doubtful for Sunday's pivotal home matchup with the New England Patriots with a sprained ankle.

Miami Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown, and linemen Ikechuku Ndukwe and Vernon Carey were each fined $10,000 by the NFL on Friday.

A sore right knee could keep Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck out of Sunday's home game against the Green Bay Packers.

Detroit Lions quarterback Jon Kitna missed his third straight practice on Friday with a bad back, leaving his status for Sunday's showdown with the Minnesota Vikings up in the air.

Washington Redskins defensive end Jason Taylor practiced on Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams.

Arizona Cardinals safety Adrian Wilson was fined $25,000 by the NFL on Friday for his hit on Buffalo Bills quarterback Trent Edwards last Sunday that forced the quarterback from the game with a concussion.