but the nervy 1-0 win provided little entertainment

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. - Michael Vick expects to be ready for his second start with the New York Jets.The veteran quarterback insisted Monday he is fine after banging the back of his head and briefly leaving the Jets game at Kansas City on Sunday.I feel good, he said. After playing my first full game in a year and a half, I feel good.Vick was shaken up early in the fourth quarter of the Jets 24-10 loss when he was popped by Chiefs linebacker Josh Mauga after throwing an incomplete pass.Vicks head slammed into the turf and he was slow to get up. The 34-year-old quarterback was replaced by Matt Simms, but passed the NFLs concussion protocol before returning a few minutes later.No headaches, no nothing, Vick said.He and coach Rex Ryan said a lingering foot injury was more of an issue — but it shouldnt keep him from playing against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.He passed all those (concussion) tests to get back cleared, Ryan said. If anything, hes got a foot that keeps getting stepped on. I think thats the biggest concern right now.Vick, starting in place of Geno Smith, was 21 of 28 for 196 yards and a touchdown and committed no turnovers. It was his first regular-season start since last Oct. 27 against the Giants while he was with the Philadelphia Eagles.You really dont need confirmation when you believe in yourself and you trust your abilities, and you trust your preparation, he said.To be able to go out there and play efficiently is great for me. I still didnt play up to my standards because we didnt score as much as I knew we could have scored. We didnt put as many points on the board.But I believe in myself and I believe in what I can do, and I have been telling you that from Day 1.Smith, inactive with a sore right shoulder, is uncertain for Sunday against the Steelers. He threw before the game, but wasnt completely comfortable so the Jets sat him in favour of Simms.I hope hes fine, but well see as the week progresses, Ryan said. He was able to throw, all that type of stuff, for the most part. I know he feels better right now, so hopefully thats a good sign.___AP NFL websites: http://www.pro32.ap.org and http://www.twitter.com/AP_NFL Trayvon Mullen Youth Jersey . Advancing to the Champions League quarterfinals should be a formality after Lionel Messi scored a penalty and Dani Alves added a late second to secure a commanding 2-0 advantage over City in the round of 16 on Tuesday. Foster Moreau Jersey . The Padres made the moves before Fridays game at Washington. They promoted infielder Jace Peterson from Double-A San Antonio and right-hander Kevin Quackenbush from Triple-A El Paso. http://www.footballraidersmall.com/Youth...t-Elite-Jersey/. Viewers in the Canadiens region can watch the game on TSN at 7:30pm et/4:30pm pt and listen on TSN 690. 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The Frenchmans Premier League scoring drought stretched to 801 minutes with a poor showing at the Stadium of Light, and he added another 90 to the total on a difficult afternoon in north London.The muted protests around the Emirates Stadium suggested many Arsenal supporters are still on Arsene Wengers side, but his continued faith in Giroud must be testing their patience. It looked all the more puzzling as Danny Welbeck netted the decisive goal just three minutes and seven seconds after coming off the bench. Jamie Redknapp gives his reaction to Arsenals 1-0 win over Norwich at the Emirates Giroud did, at least, provide the cushioned header to set up the goal, but that was about the only thing that went right for him all afternoon. The misfiring striker has not scored in the Premier League since Arsenals 3-3 draw with Liverpool in January, and he has only found the net in one of his last 21 appearances in all competitions.The drought never looked like ending against Norwich, who came to soak up pressure and hit the Gunners on the break. In the first half, Arsenal had Petr Cech to thank for keeping the scores level with two saves from Nathan Redmond, and at the other end they failed to muster a single first half shot on target for the fourth time in their last nine home games. Redknapp and Tim Sherwood felt that the introduction of Welbeck changed the game Giroud toiled as the lone striker. He set the tone for the afternoon when he failed to get a shot away from Aaron Ramseys pass in the 11th minute, and at the end of the first period he had touched the ball fewer times than goalkeeper Cech. Our game lacked a little bit of pace and penetration, Wenger conceded in his post-match interview with Sky Sports. It was a bit one-paced. Arsene Wenger described Arsenals 1-0 win against Norwich as a very difficult game It felt like a pointed reference to Giroud, whose struggles continued after the break.dddddddddddd Just 30 seconds into the second half he wastefully headed a lofted pass over the onrushing Alex Iwobi on the edge of Norwichs box, and two minutes later he ran a Ramsey through ball out for a goal kick.His lack of movement and reluctance to run in behind made it difficult for the visibly frustrated Mesut Ozil to unlock Norwichs defence, and the visitors were comfortable sitting back and watching Arsenal harmlessly pass the ball from one side of the midfield to the other. Wenger says sorry Arsene Wenger insists he will work hard to make all Arsenal fans happy. It appeared as though Girouds afternoon might be over when Welbeck began stripping off in the dugout, but Wenger had other ideas, and while most Arsenal supporters had not partaken in the banner protests, the crowd were united in vociferous booing at the decision to withdraw Alex Iwobi instead of their No 12.Welbeck, meanwhile, gave Arsenal exactly what they needed. The former Manchester United striker, so impressive before losing his place in the side after the 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace earlier this month, provided an immediate injection of speed and urgency. His first contribution was to set up a shooting chance for Mohamed Elneny, and his well-taken goal came shortly afterwards. Danny Welbeck confirmed that he stills sees himself as a striker It was his fourth in 10 Premier League games since his return from injury in January and with it he equalled his tally for the whole of last season. Suddenly, Arsenal looked dangerous, with Welbecks pace stretching Norwich and providing an outlet for the counter-attack. The contrast with the static Giroud could hardly have been more obvious. Passing problems Olivier Giroud finished the game with a passing accuracy of just 65.7 per cent compared to Danny Welbecks 88.0 per cent. The Frenchman did not link play adequately either. His passing accuracy of 65.7 per cent was the lowest of Arsenals outfield starters, and their attacks continued to break down around him as the second half wore on. He spurned a chance to release Ozil with a poor first touch in the 66th minute, and on the one occasion he did succeed in springing Norwichs offside trap with eight minutes to go, he gave his marker time to recover and steal back possession. Olivier Giroud challenges Norwich defender Ivo Pinto The difference in intensity between the Arsenal forwards was clearest in the closing minutes as, shortly after Giroud could be seen ambling back from an offside position during an Gunners attack, Welbeck was throwing himself into tackles and feverishly pressing Norwich defenders in the centre circle.The contrasting performances give Wenger plenty to think about ahead of Arsenals trip to Manchester City next weekend. On recent evidence, his best chance of claiming a result at the Etihad Stadium would be to deploy the striker more suited to their style. Also See: Welbeck strike rescues Wenger Wenger says sorry to protesters ' ' '