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NFL: The Coaches Are Speaking Out

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 11:21:39 -0500

There's nothing like a good survey to spark a great debate. Well, the NFL coaches were asked to name names in the who's the smartest and dirtiest in the league. The votes are in and voted dirtiest player in the league is... www.rawsportsblog.com

NFL's dirtiest player

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:32:54 -0500

ESPN recently asked coaches to rank the dirtiest players in the NFL.... let's take a look at the Pats shall we This is a preseason game by the way

Who Voted for Olin Kreutz?

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 15:42:29 -0500

ESPN wanted to find out which NFL player was thought of by coaches as the dirtiest in the league. Only 17 of the coaches polled answered. Of those 17, 11 voted for New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison. Roy Williams of the Cowboys got 2 votes (his own teammate Terrell Owens might've voted for him if asked). Four other players received one vote each: Antonio Pierce of the Giants, Hines Ward of the Steelers, Kevin Mawae of the Titans and Olin Kreutz of the Bears. I'm sure you just thought the same thing I did when you saw the name "Olin Kreutz": I wonder if Brad Childress voted for him. Kreutz, as we know, has had issues with the Vikings…primarily with Pat Williams, who accused Kreutz of conspiring to keep him out of the Pro Bowl two years ago. Kreutz then shot back by calling Pat a "fat slob." I know these incidents have nothing to do with whether Kreutz is a dirty player…but it would still be cool if Chilly had named Kreutz as a way of sticking up for Big Pat.

NFL Jonesin’: Saturday Mornin’ Quickie

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:41:38 -0500

(listening pleasure: Good Life - Kanye West) So Captain Outspoken himself Rodney Harrison (is it just me, or doesn't he always talk smack on controversial players like T.O.) has been suspended for four games for using Human Growth Hormone. Busted. I love it! - Reiss' Pieces While we're on the topic of making fun of people who [...]

NFL Mock Draft 2009 2.0

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 17:59:47 -0500

Before anyone criticizes our draft order we did it as fairly as we could. Four of our writers helped with the draft and we all agreed on our 12 playoff teams before we did anything. So we then drew team names out of a hat for the non playoff teams, positions 1-20. After that we stuck our 12 playoff teams in a hat and drew for positions 21-32. Amazingly Carolina got the top pick, which it traded to Philadelphia in the 2008 NFL Draft. There are a lot of happy Eagles fans out there. The biggest loser in our second NFL Mock Draft? The Atlanta Falcons who fall all the way from the #1 pick to the #9 pick. That means no Michael Crabtree or Michael Oher to compliment QB Matt Ryan. This time they select Travis Beckum, a very athletic tight end from Wisconsin. He should still help Ryan a lot. Some of the tougher picks of this mock draft were the Chargers, Saints, Patriots, and Colts picks at the end of the first round. Those four teams are all solid in a lot of areas (especially NE and IND). Guards aren't usually selected in the first round and we have San Diego selecting Duke Robinson. Robinson is a special talent and San Diego selected him in that spot because he probably would be gone by the time they selected in round two. Fili Moala is the big gainer in this mock draft. He gains 17 spots. Just to be honest, we knew he was too low in our initial mock draft but we just couldn't find anywhere to put him. The biggest faller was Tyson Jackson, falling 13 spots, but at least he made this draft. Brian Cushing fell considerably from the first mock draft, mainly due to need. Cushing fell from #19 out of the first round. Michael Johnson is a guy we have ranked fifth on our big board but he also tumbled out of this first round, once again mainly due to need for his position. These guys will eventually move their way back into the first round more than likely. Others that fell out of the first round were Brian Robiskie, Gregg Middleton, Chase Daniel, and Brandon Lafell. One major difference you will notice is that there are no trades in our mock draft. In our first one there were many, but this time around we just didn't see any trades happening although they were considered for every single team. One of the most considered spots to trade in this draft was #24 when San Diego was on the clock. They took Duke Robinson, a guard (as noted above) instead when no trade partner could be thought of. Chicago is a team that could jump in that position by trading future picks to take a quarterback like Sam Bradford or Chase Daniel. That would've also allowed San Diego to move back into the early second round into a spot where Robinson would more than likely be available. If you like this mock draft then please tell people about it. It takes a lot of work to do this every month. Email me here and let me know what you think about it. If you'd like to see what else has changed since our initial mock draft last month you can review our first one right here. Now without further ado, onto the mock draft: # Pick Pos School 1 WR Michael Crabtree (+0) (Via trade with Panthers) WR Texas Tech How about the luck of the Eagles? When we drew the team names out of a hat Carolina was drawn first, having the worst record in the NFL but the Panthers had already traded their pick in the 2008 draft to Philadelphia. That means Philadelphia has to take Michael Crabtree. Donovan McNabb has needed a big play receiver since Terrell Owens left town and the Texas Tech wide receiver would be that guy. 2 Michael Oher (+0) OT Ole Miss Michael Oher is the most talented offensive lineman in the draft. He does it all, and would help any team he goes to, especially the Houston Texans, who give up lots of sacks. 3 Matthew Stafford (+0) QB Georgia Stafford is the pick over Tim Tebow here. Matthew plays in a pro style offense and would probably be more NFL ready than his Florida counterpart. The Chiefs (just like the Jets in our initial mock draft) select a QB #3 overall. 4 Malcolm Jenkins (+4) CB Ohio State The Rams have nobody to hang with big, tall receivers. Jenkins is 6?3? and has excellent coverage skills. He anchored the top pass defense in the country in 2007, so the transition to the NFL should be pretty smooth. St. Louis gets the same guy as last team, only a bit higher 5 James Laurinaitus LB Ohio State In our first mock draft the Raiders took Laurinitus at #4 overall. This time they have the fifth pick and they still get their guy. This pick will help a linebacking core that needs a playmaker, plus Oakland has went offense the last two years. 6 George Selvie (+3) DE South Florida The Denver Broncos choose Selvie to complement Elvis Dumervil. Selvie is very quick off the line, and he makes a ton of backfield stops. He runs a 4.5 40, and should be able to help out Denver's D-Line right away. This guy is the real deal, and will likely impact this team immensely as a rookie. 7 Tim Tebow (-1) QB Florida The choices here were Chris Wells or Tim Tebow. Last time we went with Wells. This time we go with Tebow. Why? Well Jon Kitna is 35 years old and he keeps guaranteeing 10 win seasons for the Lions. That is going to get old in a hurry. 8 Travis Beckum (+12) TE Wisconsin The Atlanta Falcons have no real tight end, and unless one of their current five emerges as a star in the 2008 season, they will look to bolster that position in the draft. Travis Beckum is the best tight end in the draft, and the Falcons scoop him up at number 8. 9 Fili Moala (+17) DT USC Wow. Buffalo is loaded. There really wasn't an area of weakness here with Buffalo being set at every position. Marcus Stroud is recovering from an ankle injury so that's the only hole we can find at all. 10 Percy Harvin (+3) WR Florida Bernard Berrian is not a number one receiver. The Vikings really need help at this position, so they take Percy Harvin, the do-it-all receiver from Florida. Harvin will give Tarvaris Jackson a safety outlet, because he can make something out of nothing with his quickness. 11 Chris Wells (-1) RB Ohio State Cedric Benson has not been the answer at running back for Chicago. They need someone else so they take Wells here, the first running back taken at #11 overall. He would make an immediate impact. 12 Mryon Rolle (+2) FS Florida State Last time we had Andre Smith picked here, but with Scott Locklear and Walter Jones at OT and a rookie joining the depth chart it appears the Seahawks will go somewhere else here. Myron Rolle would help a secondary that could use use some depth. 13 Curtis Painter (-2) QB Purdue This could be a reach because Painter is not really a top rated player but San Francisco needs a quarterback badly. Alex Smith has not grasped the NFL offense and San Francisco has to give up on him eventually don't they? This would be moving past the AS Era in SF. 14 Rey Maualuga (-9) LB USC Maualuga would be an absolute steal here. In the last mock draft we had Washington taking Brian Cushing but by gaining five spots the Redskins can take the even higher rated USC linebacker, Maualuga. 15 Derrius Heyward-Bey (+6) WR Maryland Derrius Heyward-Bey is the choice over Byrd, Robiskie, and Maclin. The Dolphins just drafted Ted Ginn Jr in 07, but he is never going to be a star receiver. He is mainly just an electrifying return man. Their other choices at wideout are Earnest Wilford and Derek Hagan. 16 Andre Smith (-4) OT Alabama Willie Anderson is getting up in years and Smith is a top offensive lineman. The Alabama lineman would be a great choice for the Bengals because he would open up holes for Rudi Johnson and Kenny Watson. 17 Demetrius Byrd (+0) WR LSU Jon Gruden loves big receivers. With Joey Galloway at 36 and Ike Hillard at 31 it is time to go young. The Buccaneers don't know how who their QB of the future is but when they figure it out that guy will need a young receiver to throw the ball to. 18 Knowshon Moreno (+5) RB Georgia We all know what happens when a running back hits 30 and Thomas Jones will do just that this season. If he does slow down then New York will have to draft a running back for the future. Moreno has quick feet and runs through the SEC's best defenses. 19 Alex Boone (-4) OT Ohio State The Ravens selected Michael Oher in our last mock draft but in this draft they are selecting 17 spots later which means they get Boone, the third highest rated OT in this draft. They select him because Jonathon Ogden is 33 and getting up there in years. 20 Tyson Jackson (-13) DE LSU Robaire Smith will turn 31 this upcoming season and he will eventually lose a step. Without any major need positions to fill the Browns draft Jackson, who stumbles 13 spots from our last draft just because of lack of need. 21 C. J. Spiller (-3) RB Clemson Edgerrin James will turn 30 this season and has struggled since he signed with the Cardinals. Whether of not he struggles in 2008 is a guess but either way Arizona needs to grab a young running back. Spiller would be a great addition. 22 Victor Harris (+6) CB Virginia Tech Mike McKenzie is one of the NFL's première corners but is already 32 years old. The Saints just drafted a cornerback, Tracy Porter, this year but they need a big time defensive back. Harris could be that guy for New Orleans if given the chance. 23 Brandon Spikes (+7) LB Florida James Farrior is entering his 12th season and will probably retire within the next three seasons. If Pittsburgh wants to look towards the future then Spikes would be a great choice. He brings lots of athleticism and has a nose that takes him to the football. 24 Duke Robinson (+NR) OG Oklahoma Guard is a position that is usually filled in the second round or later but Robinson is too good to pass up for the Chargers. Mike Goff is 32 years old at one of the most grueling positions in the NFL, so San Diego has to prepare for the upcoming years. 25 Vontae Davis (+0) CB Illinois Sam Madison will play his 12th NFL season this year. R. W. McQuarters will play his 11th. It's time to draft a cornerback if you're the Giants and Vontae Davis is the playmaker they need. He's not afraid to be aggressive off the line and is quick enough to recover if the receiver makes a move to get by him. 26 Aaron Kelly (+NR) WR Clemson I'm not sure how Dallas missed out on taking a receiver in the 2008 NFL Draft but they did, making it an absolute must in the 09 Draft. The Cowboys are so desperate that they are going to use PacMan Jones at receiver due to the Terry Glenn situation. 27 Taylor Mays (-11) S USC Mays is more of a free safety but the Patriots need a strong safety to replace Rodney Harrison when he loses a step. They already have Brandon Merriweather to play free safety. Mays is a great player and would be a steal at #27 overall. In our last mock draft we had him going #16 overall. 28 Jeremy Maclin (-1) WR Missouri This pick would do two things for Tennessee. First of all we know Tennessee has to grab a receiver in this draft because their receiving corps is just not getting it done, so this would fill that need. Secondly Maclin would be a return man that electrifies crowds the same way PacMan Jones did before he was traded to Dallas. 29 Wopamo Osaisai (+NR) CB Stanford The Al Harris-Charles Woodson era in Green Bay cannot last forever. With Davis (the guy Green Bay took in our initial mock draft) gone the Packers go to the next wave of defensive backs. Osaisai will be a late first to mid second round pick. 30 Chase Coffman (+NR) TE Missouri Dallas Clark is a young guy that the Colts move around in the slot and put in many different places. Coffman would be a true tight end that could block and help Peyton Manning in the passing game. Clark is a do it all guy. Coffman would be strictly a tight end, something Indianapolis doesn't already have. They are basically set in every position. 31 Nic Harris (+NR) S Oklahoma Brian Dawkins is 34 and although J. R. Reed and Sean Considine are decent players neither are in the same league as Dawkins. The Eagles hope Harris can fill the void that Dawkins will leave when he retires when they select him here. 32 Senderrick Marks (+NR) DT Auburn The Jaguars continue working on their defensive line after taking Derrick Harvey and Quentin Groves in the 08 Draft. Rob Meier is 30 so the Jaguars take Marks in a toss up over Al Woods from LSU here as the final pick in the NFL Draft.

I love you #37

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 15:56:44 -0500

Ok so he is probably married and that just makes me a crazy stalker for loving a football player whom I will NEVER meet or see other then on TV or in the stadium, (from like a mile away) But Godamn he is sexy! And his voice will be forever embedded on my page. Thanks YBN for encouraging my stalker outlet. Oh and he is awesome too. I know, I know, he tackled David Tyree and he held onto the ball! I know he took HGH or something like that at one point. But love is unconditional. We all make mistakes. I make mistakes all the time at work, like, posting this article on company time for example…SO Please all the haters can stick it where the sun don't shine. Thanks.

Play the Rodney Harrison Work Out Game Exclusively on www.Buffalowdown.com

Mon, 05 May 2008 20:39:40 -0500

Exclusively on www.buffalowdown.com - The Rodney Harrison work out challenge game. Help our favorite safety work out this off season without the help of HGH. We don't want him missing another 4 games......

ESPN's Top 50 Draft Steals

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:23:51 -0500

1. Tom Brady, Patriots (2000) 2. Joe Montana, 49ers (1979) 3. Steve Largent, Oilers (1976) 4. Shannon Sharpe, Broncos (1990) 5. Ken Houston, Oilers (1967) 6. Terrell, Davis, Broncos (1995) 7. Andre Reed, Bills (1985) 8. L.C. Greenwood, Steelers (1969) 9. Charles Haley, 49ers (1986) 10.Rodney Harrison, Chargers (1994) 11. Charlie Joiner, Oilers (1969) 12. Art Shell, Raiders (1968) 13. Dan Fouts, Chargers (1973) 14. Richard Dent, Bears (1983) 15. Zach Thomas, Dolphins (1996) 16. John Stallworth, Steelers (1974) 17. Rayfield Wright, Cowboys (1992) 18. Harry Carson, Giants (1976) 19. Dwight Clark, 49ers (1979) 20. Seth Joyner, Eagles (1986) 21. Mark Clayton, Dolphins (1983) 22. Mike Webster, Steelers (1974) 23. Harold Carmichael, Eagles (1971) 24. Earnest Byner, Browns (1984) 25. John Taylor, 49ers (1986) 26. Clyde Simmons, Eagles (1979) 27. Hardy Nickerson, Steelers (1987) 28. Matt Hasselbeck, Packers (1998) 29. Jamal Anderson, Falcons (1994) 30. Karl Mecklenburg, Broncos (1983) 31. Bob Kuechenberg, Eagles (1969) 32. Mark Schlereth, Redskins (1989) 33. Hines Ward, Steelers (1998) 34. Mark Bavaro, Giants (1985) 35. Keenan McCardell, Redskins (1991) 36. Trent Green, Chargers (1993) 37. Greg Lloyd, Steelers (1987) 38. Marc Bulger, Saints (2000) 39. Tyrone Braxton, Broncos (1987) 40. Ahman Green, Seahawks (1998) 41. Larry Brown, Cowboys (1991) 42. Brian Sipe, Browns (1972) 43. La'Roi Glover, Raiders (1996) 44. Jesse Sapolu, 49ers (1983) 45. Leon Lett, Cowboys (1991) 46. T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Bengals (2001) 47. Troy Brown, Patriots (1993) 48. Aaron Kampman, Packers (2002) 49. Joe Horn, Chiefs (1996) 50. Brian Westbrook, Eagles (2002

Patriot Puzzle Pieces: 3rd Down D

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:26:24 -0500

When the Patriots employ their nickel defense with the "frisco", or three down-linemen, front, Rodney Harrison moves to linebacker. Expect Victor Hobson, who is better in a short zone than Bruschi, to join Rodney inside. Adalius Thomas and Mike Vrabel will rush from the edge.

Patriot Puzzle Pieces: Base Defense

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 19:50:30 -0500

We will project the current starters prior to the draft, and detail which positions need attention in April's draft. Base defense is up first and then we will look at third down defense, including the nickel, dime, and "Cali" packages.

Pats v Colts - Cap Style

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 10:07:37 -0500

As you can see the Patriots have commited just over $56 million dollars in cap room to their top 10 players. Leaving around $63 million in adjusted cap room to fill out the remainin pieces of our roster. Now take a look at the Colts:

Patriots players contribute off the field

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 04:09:41 -0500

Football players from the New England Patriots and around the NFL are associated with multiple charity organizations and attend charity events. Offensive Lineman Matt Light and his Light Foundation have been hosting various events over the last few years. This year in June, the Light Foundation will bring together Native American youth and youngsters from Rhode Island for a two-week outdoor experience with a five-day football camp. The event will support the local Northern Cheyenne Boys & Girls Club. Light recently spent a week on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation hunting buffalo. The meat from that harvest will help feed hundreds of local children from the Boys & Girls Club Light is also planning a July golfing event in Ireland. As part of the Southwest Ireland Charity Golf Tour, Light, a few other NFL players and fans will be touring Ballybunion Old Course, the Waterville Course, The Dooks Links, Tralee, and Ring of Kerry. All proceeds will go to the Light Foundation. "The Light Foundation strives to empower young people to reach their highest potential by initiating and supporting hands on programs and events that promote the development of secular moral values and personal financial acumen so as to instill a sense of self-reliance, sufficiency and independence. We endeavor to accomplish this mission by combining traditional outdoor activities and experiences with athletic endeavors addressing the physical and mental aspects of humanity that make us all unique." Other Patriots are also helping with charities clos to their heart, as Linebacker Tedy Bruschi met recently met at Gillette Stadium with other stroke survivors from around New England. The event is part of the American Stroke Association large-scale stroke awareness campaign. Pictures and film from the event will be used as a part of their campaign. Although we are still waiting to hear if Junior Seau is interested to return to the NFL, he recently held his 16th annual golfing tournament for his Junior Seau Foundation. Seau was interviewed by Fox Sports about coming back to the NFL and he said he hasn't really thought about it yet as he is still recovering from shoulder surgery. Rodney Harrison was one of many NFL players in attendance and also interviewed. A former teammate with Seau in San Deigo, Harrison commented on Seau's commitment to attain high goals on and off the field. It is great knowing the players are contributing to make the world a better place. GO PATS!

Biggest Idiot on YardBarker EVER

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 14:14:56 -0500

there was an article posted on this before and i just want to comment on a few things by this guy -Kevin Curtis is not a bum, he had 1200 yards and 8 tds this year...hows that bein a bum? -We offered Moss more than the Pats did, it wouldnt have mattered if we talked to him before Samuel he was goin back to NE no matter what. -Defense wins championships so I love that we talked to Samuel first and signed him. -And i dont know if this guy is a Giants fan but i think he is so, we treat players bad? were fans we dont treat them any way we arent the coaches, werent you guys the ones sayin Eli should be dismissed and coughlin should be fired after week 2 of the season? thought so -And Asante Samuel dropped a pick but thats one play, that didnt lose them the game, how bout adalius thomas's missed tackle on Eli manning that let him escape and pass to tyree, in which harrison couldnt pry the ball off of his helmet where he barley had grip....or the fact they averaged 30 points in the regular season and scored 14 in the playoffs...thats a the reason they lost not because on one play asante samuel dropped an interception BOTTOM LINE...YOU ARE A RETARD WHO KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT SPORTS

Rumors on S Tank Williams signing with Patriots

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:02:42 -0500

If true, at 6-foot-2, 223 pounds, the 27 year-old Tank Williams will be one of the biggest safeties on the team. Williams was originally selected in the second round of the 2002 draft by the Titans. Coming out of college Williams was known as a fast (4.45 in 40yd) youngster smart enough to start in a complicated Titans defensive system in his rookie year. He was full-time starter during his first two years and in his forth year as well before leaving the team for Minnesota. Williams injured his knee prior to the 2006 season and did not play and only participated in 13 games with two starts in 2007. He is no longer on the Vikings website, so this may be true… A few Pats fans on the boards think this is a good signing and has Belichick written all over it. I think the recent defensive back signings also have to do with Dom Capers hard hitting mentality and this may just be one of the most aggressive Patriots secondaries we have seen since Ty Law, Tyrone Poole, Asante Samuel, Randall Gay, Eugene Wilson and Rodney Harrison played together. IN BILL WE TRUST!

How to improve the NFL

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 09:45:45 -0500

How can you talk about improving the league without addressing the Pro Bowl? I think the Pro Bowl is a waste of time. How do you make it better? Here is what I would do in order to generate more interest in the game. Play the rookies vs. the veterans.