*NFL might move to L.A. through expansion

That's what Commissioner Roger Goodell said on NBC last night. And Goodell prefers adding two franchises, not just one, because he would like to see 34 teams in the league (that avoids scheduling hassles). Up to now, it's been assumed that the NFL would return to L.A. by moving one of the existing teams. There have been several possible candidates, but little indication of a deal. That's why Goodell's expansion comments are so significant. Goodell told Bob Costas that several issues in L.A. remain unresolved, including which of the two stadium proposals (downtown or in the City of Industry) are considered the best. Some months ago, Goodell said he didn't expect a team coming to L.A. in 2012. (AP)

*Update: Hold everything - Goodell is now pushing back on the expansion idea. From AP:

During his annual Super Bowl news conference, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Friday that adding to the league's 32 teams "has not been on our agenda" and that he doesn't "see that in the foreseeable future." He also said the NFL wants "to keep our teams where they are."