Regardless of how much fuss is made, war of words doesn't have any outcome on deciding big ballgames.
By Len Pasquarelli INDIANAPOLIS -- Given his choice, Pro Bowl pass-catcher Victor Cruz might change the name of his position for Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday evening. Call the New York Giants' second-year star, and salsa dancing sensation, a wide(-eyed) receiver.
Wide receiver Victor Cruz has the dance, smile and engaging personality to captivate fans across cultural lines.
Score one for the persuasive powers of New York Jets coach Rex Ryan. Ryan and his staff convinced Mike Smith to remain on staff with the NFL team rather than accept the job as West Virginia assistant defensive coordinator, according to an NFL.com report.
A blossoming rugby star is hoping to trade his career in Europe for a shot a spot on an NFL roster.

New England Patriots players stretch during practice on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, in Indianapolis. The Patriots are scheduled to face the New York Giants in NFL football Super Bowl XLVI on Feb. 5. From left are Chad Ochocinco (85), Shaun Ellis (94), Tom Brady (12), and BenJarvus Green-Ellis (42).

The call came in the early morning hours, jarring Shaun Ellis from a deep sleep. Two buddies were on the line with some news that would shake the veteran defensive end even more. His best friend, Yusef Jenkins, was dead, shot five times in an altercation that began when he returned a car seat to the mother of his child in Anderson, South Carolina, where he and Ellis grew up.


By HOWARD ULMAN AP Sports Writer
By JIM LITKE AP Sports Columnist
The Patriots' mastermind cuts across the grain, yet it's clear during Super Bowl week that his methods are calculated and effective.
INDIANAPOLIS - The call came in the early morning hours, jarring Shaun Ellis from a deep sleep. Two buddies were on the line with some news that would shake the veteran defensive end even more.

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