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The Pittsburg Steelers have signed WR Joey Galloway, formerly of the Patriots. He replaces Limas Sweed, who is out for the season with an “illness.” Galloway will be the Steelers’ No. 4 receiver at best behind Santonio Holmes, Hines Ward, and Mike Wallace. The 38-year-old has been out of the league since getting released by the Patriots on Oct. 20. Galloway’s name is much bigger than his potential impact.

Elsewhere around the NFL:

New Orleans: Saints coach Sean Payton said that he will not rest key players now that the quest for a perfect season is over. The New Orleans Saints haven’t clinched the No. 1 seed in the NFC yet, but could with a win Sunday. “We’re not resting them. We’re playing right now,” Payton said. “There are only two weeks left in the regular season, and we’re full-speed ahead with this game that we’re playing.” The Saints would be wise to continue to play key players and not the players get rusty.

Kansas City: The Chiefs have waived WR Mark Bradley. With Dwayne Bowe coming back, the Kansas City Chiefs will go with Bobby Wade and Lance Long as the third and fourth receivers. Bradley was clearly not in the Chiefs future plans.

Buffalo: According to the Buffalo News, Brian Brohm is the likely starting quarterback for the Bills this week.
Ryan Fitzpatrick had crutches in his locker Monday after injuring his ankle against the Pats. With nothing left to play for this season, the Buffalo Bills will be going with the former Green Bay second round pick as their starting quarterback.

Pittsburg: Steelers WR Hines Ward had a setback with his hamstring injury and is now considered day to day. He’s still expected to play against the Ravens on Sunday.

Cleveland: Browns QB Derek Anderson will start the final two games for the Browns as Brady Quinn was placed on injured reserve with a foot injury. He is not a fantasy option against the Raiders or Jaguars.

Philadelphia: Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin is expected back at Philadelphia Eagles practice this week. He missed week 15 with a foot injury. He does not have a good match up against the Broncos this weekend.

Chicago: Bears WR Devin Hester is reportedly closer to returning from a calf injury and could play this week. He has missed the previous two games. Hester would not be considered a strong play against the Vikings on Monday night.

Washington: Redskins TE Fred Davis caught five passes for 65 yards and a touchdown on Monday night. He continues to put up big numbers with Chris Cooley out with injury.