Officially, they are preparing for Brisbane centre James Roberts to run out in Friday nights NRL semi-final in Townsville but North Queensland dont exactly sound convinced he will.Cowboys coach Paul Green has all but breathed a sigh of relief that North Queensland did not have to defend Roberts contrary conduct charge at the NRL judiciary in Sydney on Wednesday night.Brisbane will roll the dice and fight Roberts grade one charge after he was pinged for allegedly kicking Gold Coasts Ryan Simpkins in the play the ball during last weeks opening finals win over the Titans.He will miss the sudden death semi in Townsville if found guilty.Green said their gameplan had not changed despite hearing that Roberts had been charged.But asked about Roberts prospects, Green was not exactly encouraging.I think it is a hard case for him to win but that is out of my control, Green said.That is for them to worry about.We will prepare as if he is playing and if not we will deal with it.Due to a previous offence, Roberts would have missed a game even with an early guilty plea.Even Brisbane sounded unconvinced that Roberts could escape suspension when the match review committee rap sheet was confirmed earlier this week.Who knows with the judiciary system - it has been a funny year, Broncos veteran forward Sam Thaiday said.Prominent players, coaches and administrators expressed concern over the systems inconsistency following Jack Wightons shock exoneration last week.Many were confused over what constitutes a shoulder charge after Canberras Wighton successfully fought a grade-two charge and escaped a four week ban.It was the latest in a string of incidents this season where the match review committee and judiciary appeared to be at loggerheads over penalties and even offences.Green wouldnt bite when pressed on Tuesday.I really dont want to get bogged down talking about the judiciary - its not my worry, he said.Cowboys champion Johnathan Thurston admitted Roberts would be missed by Brisbane.Hes starting to find some form, he just needs a bit of room then you watch him do the rest, he said.But asked about Roberts judiciary prospects, a tight lipped Thurston said: Its probably best I dont comment on it. Matt Miazga USA Jersey . Scott Kazmir allowed four hits in seven shutout innings, Michael Brantley hit a two-run homer in a three-run first inning and the Indians maintained their hold on an AL wild-card spot with a 4-1 win over the Houston Astros on Saturday night. DeAndre Yedlin Jersey .C. -- When North Carolina freshman Ryan Switzer reported to training camp in August he was a little miffed to learn he was third on the depth chart at punt returner. http://www.soccerusateamonline.com/Sean-Johnson-America-Jersey/ .ca. Kerry, Just watched the shootout in the Coyotes/Leafs game and I have to ask, why was the James van Riemsdyk goal allowed to count? All of the video replays we were shown on TV were inconclusive about whether the puck had entirely crossed the line or not. Nick Rimando USA Jersey . Brazilian national coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has confirmed that the veteran goalkeeper is set to join Toronto on loan, saying it will help him be ready for the World Cup. USA Soccer Jerseys . Nigeria beat surprise package Ethiopia 2-0 in the second leg of their playoff for a comfortable 4-1 aggregate victory. Victor Moses converted a 20th-minute penalty after an Ethiopian handball, and Victor Obinna made certain of Nigerias place in Brazil with his powerful free kick in the 82nd at UJ Esuene Stadium. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. continues to rewrite the record book.Beckham became the fastest player to reach 3,500 receiving yards on an 18-yard catch in the second quarter of Monday nights 21-20 win?against the Cincinnati Bengals.The Giants first-round pick in the 2014 NFL draft reached 3,500 yards in 36 career games.San Diego Chargers legend Lance Alworth previously held the record, as he reached 3,500 yards in 37 career games.Beckham scored a 10-yard touchdoown later on the drive.dddddddddddd. The Pro Bowl receiver entered the season with the most receiving yards in his first two professional seasons. He had 2,755 yards despite missing five games in his first two seasons.Beckham, 24, finished the game with 10 catches for 97 yards and a touchdown to give him 54 catches, 773 yards and six touchdowns in nine games this season. ' ' '