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John Youboty brother of former NFL standout Ashton Youboty trying to make a name for himself in Denver

Many probably remember former Buffalo Bill and Jacksonville Jaguar Ashton Youboty, but there is another Youboty now in the NFL. Former Temple standout DE/OLB John Youboty is an intriguing prospect ffor the Broncos. He is a smart, knowledgeable player that can project as either a DE or OLB, depending upon the scheme. Youboty, at 6’4, 250 pounds, had a fantastic senior season for...
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Michael Rios is taking advantage of the injury bug in Arizona for the Cardinals

Michael Rios is a player getting extra reps in practice for the Cardinals.  He is gaining extra reps due to the injury bug, that is going around the Cardinals camp. There have been quite a bit of Hispanic football players starting to chase their dreams. Michael Rios aka Mike who is a Cuban American that at wide receiver is trying to become the next Victor Cruz.  This kid is super...
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How Many Rings Will Gronk COST the Pats?

 Tight end Rob Gronkowski has only been in the NFL for three seasons, but his impact on the New England Patriots franchise history books has already been felt.  Record-setting regular season touchdown totals are nice for the resume, however Super Bowl rings go a lot further, and one can argue that when it comes down to crunch time, Gronk has done nothing to help add any rings of...
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Browns Rookie Preview – Who and What to Know About Browns Rookies

First year Cleveland Browns head coach Rod Chudzinski may not have had as many draft picks as a first year coach might have liked, however, he was able to turn heads with his first selections of the 2013 NFL Draft. Chudzinski addressed two of the team’s bigger defensive needs with his first two picks in April as he drafted linebacker Barkevious Mingo and cornerback Leon McFadden...
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WORK OF ART?

Falcons to build crazy looking stadium

The Atlanta Falcons announced Tuesday that a conceptual design by 360 Architecture of the new Atlanta stadium has been chosen and approved by the Georgia World Congress Center Board of Governors.  Construction will begin next year. 
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Christian Ponder Could Lose Starting Job

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder could be facing a make-or-break third season in 2013. Photo Credit: Vikings.com While there’s no doubt Ponder will be the starting signal-caller for the team’s season opener (barring injury), ESPN’s Adam Shefter noted on NFL Live Tuesday that the former 2011 first round pick (No. 12 overall) out of Florida State will be in danger...
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POLICE BLOTTER

Hernandez questioned by police

Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was reportedly questioned by police in regards to a homicide case, though he is not considered a suspect in the murder.

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Dennis Allen says Raiders counting on young receiving corps to improve the passing game

If Matt Flynn, Terrelle Pryor, or Tyler Wilson can have any success in 2013, they will have to get a lot of help from the young receiving corps. While much as bee made of the QB competition, the pass catchers are equally important. Tight end Brandon Myers and fullback Marcel Reece were the Raiders' top two receivers last season, but coach Dennis Allen would like to see that...
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Matt Cassel may challenge Christian Ponder for the Vikings starting quarterback spot

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, some people believe that Matt Cassel is good enough to challenge Christian Ponder for the Vikings starting quarterback spot. Christian Ponder is Vikings starter. Yet some believe Matt Cassel is good enough to challenge for starting job this year. — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 18, 2013 “There are enough people around the league that...
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Gleason accepts apology of fired Atlanta DJs

Former New Orleans Saints player, now champion of ALS awareness, Steve Gleason is responding with class and grace to an Atlanta radio station's mockery of him and his battle with ALS. Tuesday afternoon, Gleason posted this message on his charity's Facebook page: "Regarding the DJ skit in Atlanta yesterday. I would like to thank the public for their support. '...
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MONEY AIN'T A THING

Revis pays Barron big money for 24

Darrelle Revis really wanted to wear number twenty-four and put his money where his mouth is paying new teammate, Mark Barron, a king's ransom. 

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San Francisco 49ers Rookie Sleeper: TE Vance McDonald

The San Francisco 49ers traded up with the Packers in the 2nd round of this past Aprils Draft and selected Rice TE Vance McDonald (No. 55 overall). In return the 49ers sent picks 61 and 173 back to the Packers. The 6’4″ 170lb Tight End has done nothing but rise up the charts starting with the pre-draft process, as McDonald drew comparisons to Cowboys TE Jason Witten because of...
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BREAKING THE GLASS CEILING

NFL to have full-time female official?

After she completes the NFL's officiating development program, Sarah Thomas could become the league's first permanent female official, possibly as soon as 2014.

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Pete Carroll on Earl Thomas: “There’s no end to the potential Earl has”

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll is very excited about safety Earl Thomas as he enters his fourth season in the NFL. ,” coach Pete Carroll said, via MyNorthwest.com, “because he’s so fast and he’s so tough, but more than that, he’s just so driven to be great. He’s just driven to be a great player.” Carroll says Thomas is now entering the prime of his career. “He...
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CB Davon House says, ‘if you think I did good last year then you have a whole other thing coming’

Cornerback Davon House was selected in the fourth round, with the 131st pick, of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Green Bay Packers who took him with a compensatory pick. At 6’1, 195 House is considered to be a "big physical corner," who "delivers a good press at the line to reroute receivers." House’s ability to read the quarterback's eyes and anticipate...
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Jay-Z and Patriots owner Robert Kraft (Photo)

Rand Getlin of Yahoo! Sports shared this photo of Patriots owner Robert Kraft and rapper Jay-Z on the red carpet during last night’s anniversary celebration at the 40/40 club. Jay-Z may as well get to know Kraft since I’m sure the two will be closely working together down the road with Jay’s Roc nation Sports agency. Need NFL Tickets? The post Jay-Z and Patriots owner...
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Adrien Robinson could the ‘JPP of tight ends’ says position coach Mike Pope

The tight end position has been a revolving door for the New York Giants, but second year player Adrien Robinson could be the answer the team has been looking for. There is building hype around Adrien Robinson, the "JPP of tight ends," as he's been referred to. He was drafted in the 4th round (127th overall) in the 2012 NFL Draft and the departure of Martellus Bennett...
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