The put their money where their mouth was last week by extending quarterback contract with two years remaining despite his injury history. Howie Roseman, Philadelphia's executive vice-president of football operations, had stated at the NFL owners meeting in late March he wanted a Wentz contract extension sooner rather than later.Wentz signed a four

Howard Mudd, a former All-Pro offensive lineman who also enjoyed a lengthy career as an NFL a sistant coach, has died due to injuries sustained . Mudd, who served as an a sistant coach on the Colts' 2006 championship team, was 78 years old.Mudd's family revealed there are no current plans for a funeral but a celebration of his life will be held at

Two teams looking to start the season 2-0 square off on Friday when the host the . The Blazers secured a 115-108 victory over the on Wednesday, while the Suns outlasted the 107-105. The Suns have dominated this series in recent years, winning six of the last seven meetings against Portland.Tip-off from the Moda Center is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET. T