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Ochocinco plans to go back to old name

The enigmatic wide receiver recently tweeted that he will be reverting back to the name of Chad Johnson as soon as July 4th. 

Via Sports-Kings  |  1 hour ago

Dallas Cowboys not expected to re-sign WR Laurent Robinson?

One of the most underrated free agent additions this season was when the Dallas Cowboys added WR Laurent Robinson to their roster. Now, according to at least one writer, it seems improbable that the Dallas Cowboys will not bring Laurent Robinson back in 2012.Tim MacMahon of ESPN suggests that the Cowboys will part ways in the offseason. Laurent Robinson was the Dallas Cowboy’s...
Via thepigskinreport.com  |  2 hours ago

New England Patriots – WR corps could have a much different look next season

Wes Welker didn’t help himself out in the Super Bowl in his cause to stay in New England. Although it’s seems to be unwise to let Welker walk, it could very well happen. Bill Belichick has shown that he will completely overhaul a position in one broad stroke. The wide receiver corps is going to change in a big way. Deion Branch has lost the magic he once possessed...
Via 60 Max Power O  |  2 hours ago
STILL ON TOP

Poll: Vick still most disliked athlete

According to a poll conducted by Nielsen and E-Poll Market Research, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick remains the most disliked athlete in sports.

Via thepigskinreport.com  |  2 hours ago
LOST TREASURE

Panthers playbook found at garage sale

A Carolina Panthers fan says he found a Super Bowl playbook and more team gear at a garage sale. He returned it to the team.

Via Rant Sports  |  12 hours ago

Return of the hi-top fade: Tiquan Underwood rejoins Patriots after release before Super Bowl

Tiquan Underwood, the man few people even heard off until he was unceremoniously released on the day before Super Bowl XLVI, has been re-signed to a future contract with the Patriots after a two day absence. That's good news for Tiquan, who had to feel a little embarrassed and depressed following the cut, seeing that he had a Patriots logo etched into his fade just days before...
Via 60 Max Power O  |  12 hours ago
PATRIOT GAMES

Pats bring back Tiquan Underwood

After being released less than 24 hours before the Super Bowl, Tiquan Underwood is back in New Engalnd, signing a deal to play with the team in 2012. 

Via MyTeamRivals.com  |  17 hours ago
ROAD TO GREATNESS

Warner: Eli not a Hall of Famer yet

Eli Manning has already won two Super Bowls, but according to Kurt Warner, that's not enough to put him in the Hall of Fame yet.

Via Pro Football Zone  |  17 hours ago

Pats re-sign Tiquan Underwood after cutting him day before Super Bowl

Tiquan Underwood's most memorable moment with the Patriots was his release on the eve of Super Bowl XLVI. But the wide receiver could have another opportunity to make an impact on the field for New England in 2012. The Patriots signed seven players, including Underwood, to future contracts on Tuesday. The New England wideout had been released on Saturday, less than 24 hours before...
Via NESN.com  |  17 hours ago

Will Oakland Raiders DC Jason Tarver Restore Raiders Defense?

Piece by piece, brick by brick the Oakland Raiders are rebuilding a restored regime that’s now in full swing.  The team officially announced its new defensive coordinator Jason Tarver on Monday. Photo Credit: Raiders.com Prior to last season, Jason Tarver operated for 10 years under the likes of Steve Mariucci, Dennis Erickson, Mike Nolan, Mike Singletary and Jim Tomsula...
Via Gridiron Grit  |  17 hours ago

Harrison’s Right for a Change!

It’s not often that I agree with anything that comes out of the mouth of idiotic Pittsburgh Steelers’ linebacker James Harrison, the NFL’s biggest bi**h – but as sad as it is to admit, I agree with Harrison’s feelings on the New England Patriots.Shortly after (like, immediately) the New England Patriots lost to the New York Giants 21-17 in the Super Bowl 46 this past Sunday...
Via Eye On Sports with Eric Williams  |  18 hours ago
PULL THE PLUG

Kimmel fans turn off TV during Super Bowl

(Image via Youtube.com) Jimmy Kimmel has gained some internet notoriety recently by challenging his viewers to pull cruel and unusual pranks on their children, video tape the results and post them to YouTube. The resulting “I told my kids I ate all their Halloween candy” and “I gave my kids a terrible present” were hilarious. Downright mean, but hilarious. ...
Via Read And React  |  19 hours ago

Ricky Williams Retiring From NFL

  After 11 seasons in the NFL, running back Ricky Williams is retiring. He will end a career that included five 1,000-yard seasons, 74 career touchdowns and over 10,000 yards total rushing. Last week Williams told reporters he was coming back for next season. "I've grown a lot, kind of falling into a new role and a new city and a new organization, and I've gotten...
Via 60 Max Power O  |  19 hours ago
BLONDES ON PARADE

Giants fan at Super Bowl parade can't wait to see...Mark Sanchez?

Oh god, so many potential jokes to be made here. Woman. Blonde. New York. Mark Sanchez. The possibilities are endless. Leave your best in the comment section.http://twitter.com/TheNosebleeds
Via The Nosebleeds  |  20 hours ago

Wes Welker, done in New England?

Tears filled his eyes as Wes Welker of the New England Patriots explained to the media that he should have caught the pass from Tom Brady that would have moved them closer to winning Super Bowl XLVI. A day after the Super Bowl and the New England faithful are still bashing Welker including Tom Brady’s wife. They might want to hold off bashing a potential free agent that has averaged...
Via The Penalty Flag  |  1 day ago

5 NFL Teams that Could use DeSean Jackson

2011 was the final season of DeSean Jackson’s rookie contract.  It paid him $600,000 dollars.  To a struggling writer that’s a pot of gold but to an NFL receiver it’s chump change.  Jackson held out at the start of the season in hopes of a new contract.  When the Eagles wouldn’t budge he eventually reported only to have his second consecutive season of declining numbers...
Via The Penalty Flag  |  10 days ago

2012 Free Agency: 5 RB’s That Could Make a Difference

As we inch closer to NFL free agency teams will now decide what to do with some of their top players and difference makers. There are a number of high caliber running backs that could land with new teams including Ray Rice of the Baltimore Ravens, Matt Forte of the Chicago Bears but also some other names such as Michael Bush for Oakland that could move into a starting role. Here...
Via The Penalty Flag  |  January 02, 2012
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