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Michael Crabtree tears Achilles during OTAs; 49ers suddenly thin on pass catchers
It happens quickly this time of year, players are beginning to put their bodies on the line again and any time a player steps on the field there is a thin line between getting through the day healthy and catastrophe. Today it struck Michael Crabtree and the 49ers as the receiver tore his Achilles today and will soon undergo surgery per multiple reports...
Brady and Amendola work on chemistry on first day of New England Patriots on field work
According to the Boston Herald Tom Brady and Danny Amendola spent extra time working together on routes and timing yesterday during the New England Patriots first day on the field together, and it seems clear that chemistry and timing with Amendola will be a primary focus of New England’s offseason. Of course, it should be - this relationship will need to succeed if the Pats hope...
Nick Fairley: Detroit Lions have so much line talent they can’t be stopped
Nick Fairley picked up his game for the Detroit Lions last season with 35 tackles; 5.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and improved play against the run and pass, flashing some of the talent that encouraged the Detroit Lions to add him with the 13th overall selection in 2011. Apart from himself, he sees the Lions line as one of the league's most talented. Whether the young line will...
Steelers Safety Ryan Clark throws stones from glass house at Brady, Patriots
Maybe Ryan Clark will be proven right. It is a difficult task to replace the production Wes Welker has given the New England Patriots over the past six seasons. Danny Amendola may struggle to replace that production and maybe Tom Brady does feel a phantom blitz every now and then, but, the Steelers aren't exactly dealing from a position of strength at WR or otherwise, and Clark...
Cowboys sources laud 2013 draft class
At a time when most discussion of the Dallas Cowboys draft begins with the question “can you believe they drafted that center in the first?!” sources inside the organization are apparently quite pleased with this year’s haul. In contrast to most fan analysis across the country which is disappointed with the Cowboys draft based solely on assessment of value at pick 31, the Cowboys...
Is Geno Smith’s skin thick enough to survive in New York?
With the release of Tim Tebow the New York Jets have one fewer distraction in their quarterback ranks heading into offseason work for the 2013 season. Judging by the recent behaviour of their new addition to the position that might be a good thing. While both relatively innocuous incidents his decision to depart (and then to change his mind) the draft last week coupled with the firing...
The draft has come a long way: just ask Brett Favre’s shorts
The NFL’s first year player draft has, like most NFL endeavours, been built into a significant spectacle. It’s a great thing as it builds fan excitement during an otherwise down period in the offseason and reminds us all that kickoff is only four months away. We're lucky to have such a spectacle... just ask this photo of Brett Favre from draft day '91...
Between Revis, Sanchez and Tebow bungling the new Jets GM is starting to look like a real Idzik
With today’s report that Tim Tebow has been at the New York Jets complex since ‘before the sunrise‘ we’re reminded that beyond the Darrelle Revis trade situation the team heads into 2013 just about as dysfunctional as they left 2012. John Idzik is in the unenviable position of having to right the ship in his first year on the job but his handling of the situations of the...
Let him walk? New England Patriots seem likely to secure Emmaneul Sanders from the Steelers, leaving them with four draft picks
We’ll know by Sunday whether the Pittsburgh Steelers will match the offer sheet that restricted free agent Emmanuel Sanders signed with the New England Patriots. From Pittsburgh’s perspective the offer is matchable, at just 2.5 million for a single year but the team must ask itself if it’s worth the cash and the forfeiture of a compensatory pick. For the Patriots, if the deal...
Alfonzo Dennard sentencing to come Thursday: Patriots fans hold collective breath as team's CB2 prepares to learn his punishment
This Thursday, in Lincoln, Nebraska New England Patriots cornerback Alfonzo Dennard will face sentencing related to his conviction of assaulting a police officer. The Pats have done a fine job this offseason of bringing back the important pieces of their secondary and adding to the defensive backfield where appropriate but the fate of the unit may hinge on a court ruling due to come this week...
PR Blues: Baltimore Ravens called out for blowing off Orioles while ripping local columnist for mischaracterizing Harbaugh quotes on Reed
It’s the hundred million dollar net worth version of “I don’t like you; you’re not coming to my birthday party” and it represents a slow news cycle in the NFL that we’re taking the time to discuss the matter but it seems that the Baltimore Ravens are still in a snit over the Orioles refusal to accommodate their Thursday Night Football season opener, and their also calling...
Tim Ryan promotes new nickname for the Bucs’ Doug Martin: The Douggernaut
Since his rise to the national spotlight midway through the 2012 NFL campaign Doug Martin has been stumping for the removal of the muscle hamster moniker that has followed him since before his days in the league but until recently we haven’t had a viable alternative. Today, on SiriusXM NFL radio’s Movin’ the Chains co-host Tim Ryan …
Shanahan: Robert Griffin III needs to recognize how valuable to the Redskins he is and stay safe
At the league meetings in Arizona this week Washington Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan expressed to NFL Network that his quarterback’s availability for the start of the 2013 campaign was unclear. This part was far from newsworthy as his status has been unclear for some time, however, his comments that the young QB needed to "[be taught] when to slide, when not to take a...
Wes Welker signs with the Denver Broncos: but in breakup with Pats who dumped who?
On the second day of free agency Wes Welker made the biggest splash of the offseason with his decision to pack up and head for the mile high city, joining the Denver Broncos but with news coming to light of the New England Patriots having signed receiver Danny Amendola prior to Welker's official departure we have to wonder who really made the decision...
Skip and Dick: Richard Sherman’s latest egomaniacal rant
Richard Sherman made a name for himself in 2012 with strong play and a stronger mouth. With an impressive season behind him the Seahawks corner has allowed the chatter to grow to new levels. He has a lot to boast about on the field but his off field behaviour of late is nothing to be proud of...
Kansas City Chiefs ink Dwayne Bowe to five year deal; expect a productive season with Alex Smith at the helm
Per Albert Breer of nfl.com the Kansas City Chiefs locked up wide receiver Dwayne Bowe for five years today. This year, paired with new QB Alex Smith he is poised to increase his production. In the hours before today’s franchise tag deadline the Kansas City Chiefs and receiver Dwayne Bowe agreed on a five year deal that could conceivably keep the 28 year old wideout in Kansas...
Despite encouragement from Leon Sandcastle Rich Eisen can’t best his 2012 combine 40
It has been a running gag for nine years now; NFL Network’s everyman host Rich Eisen takes to the field with his average man height, weight, suit and baldness to see how he stacks up against the athletes present. Naturally, he fails and despite recent improvements a 40 yard coach-up from his pal Deion (dressed as alter ego Leon Sandcastle) couldn't get him to the next level...
With Reggie Bush unlikely to be re-signed by the Miami Dolphins where will he land next?
Reggie Bush has had an up and down career in his seven years in the league; initially failing to meet his (perhaps too high) expectations while a member of the Saints but he has demonstrated an ability to run between the tackles and contribute in all elements of the run game while a member of the Dolphins and yet the team is poised to cut him loose. Let's take a look at his potential...
Jacksonville Jaguars ready to give Blaine Gabbert one more shot
According to a Tony Paulino (of NFL Draft Insiders) report based around discussions at the Senior Bowl and subsequent discussions with Jaguars GM Dave Caldwell it seems that Jacksonville is planning to enter 2013 with Blaine Gabbert at the helm of the offense. Among the people disappointed by this news: Chad Henne. And one would assume a not insignificant portion of the Jaguars fan base…
Expect to see the non-exclusive franchise tender applied to Joe Flacco as free agency approaches
In the days leading up to the Super Bowl Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome indicated that the outcome of the game would have no impact on the contract offer impending free agent quarterback Joe Flacco was about to receive... the emotionless statement makes sense and seems to be playing out in the early days of negotiation opportunities. If a deal isn't reached expect to see him with a...
Will banned substance allegations affect Ray Lewis’ legacy?
According to a Sports Illustrated report and multiple publications thereafter it seems that Ray Lewis may have taken a banned substance in his attempt to recover from an injury suffered earlier this season. The reality seems to be that the findings of the sure to come investigation will have little impact on the Super Bowl, or on Lewis long term as he is set to retire after the...
Why the San Francisco 49ers haven’t replaced David Akers
The talk-radio shows are filling the airwaves with discussion of just about every angle of the upcoming Super Bowl between the Ravens and 49ers and a lot of the focus has been on the San Francisco kicking situation. Many are asking why the 49ers are sticking with Akers despite his struggles. The reason is simple at this stage in the season he still gives them the best chance to...
Name Change: HarBowl is catchy but Vindication Bowl tells the coaches stories
Call it the Harbowl if you like; we’ll all admit that both the name and the story line have a certain appeal – but Super Bowl XLVII is about much more than the battle between Jim and John that has been raging since boyhood. What's more impressive is how each of them led their teams this year. The bloodline story is compelling and media friendly, so it will be told often in...
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Tim Brown discussion of Barret Robbins’ disappearance reminds us of the human element in light of the Crabtree distraction in San Francisco
Last night on SiriusXM NFL Radio Tim Brown responded, unpromted, to a general call about the Oakland Raiders' last playoff appearance with a bold assertion. Co host Zig Fracassi mentioned the high-profile distraction created this week by the report that Michael Crabtree had been accused of sexual assault in the hours following their victory to send them to the NFC championship...
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