San Diego Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson withdrew from the Pro Bowl on Wednesday, paving the way for Baltimore Ravens running back Willis McGahee to receive his first appearance in the game.

The Cincinnati Bengals wanted to know if he would like to try to earn a spot as his older brother’s backup. They didn’t have to wait long for an answer.

Tom Brady was back where he belongs Monday, behind center for the New England Patriots’ first practice session of Super Bowl week.

A new wrinkle was added to the Washington Redskins’ coaching search Wednesday when Jim Zorn interviewed for the job of offensive coordinator.

The team said the 34-year-old fullback will discuss his plans for the future during a Thursday news conference at the club’s training facility.

Family, friends, teammates and the football community across the country mourned the loss of Taylor, the 24-year-old who died early Tuesday of a gunshot wound from an apparent intruder.

The Patriots’ 31-28 win Sunday on NBC drew a 15.6 overnight rating in the nation’s largest markets.