"Just because we hit Cam (Newton) in the head a couple of times, that doesn't make us dirty. Look at some of the dirty plays in the league. There are a lot of dirty players, and that's not our M.O."
-- Denver Broncos linebacker Brandon Marshall, excusing his team's late hits on Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton during the opening game of the season. (Pro Football Talk)
WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE...
"I really like the officiating crew. It wasn't something I know they did intentionally, but it's not fun getting hit in the head.