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Giant's Pierce Out Indefinitely
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As if the four-game losing streak wasn't a big enough blow to the fallen New York Giants, they've been dealt another blow and now are being kicked while they're down.Giants pro-bowl middle linebacker, Antonio Pierce has been diagnose with a bulging disc in his neck this...
NFC North Weekly
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Here is the weekly round up of the NFC North:The Minnesota Vikings continue to roll. Sidney Rice was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week with his career best 201 yard performance versus the Lions. Antoine Winfield is back at practice and says he is about at 85%. Next up for...
NFL Power Rankings: Week Ten
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Here are the Power Rankings following play in Week Ten. This is the first installment. The power rankings are derived using a unique formula putting emphasis on all facets of the game with certain categories having more impact on your team than other categories. Division games are...
Green Bay stops the Cowboys with defense
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Everyone NFL talking head had the Cowboys Packers game pegged as a shootout. Most had Dallas winning because Green Bay's offensive line has not been able to protect Rodgers on a consistent basis. Despite Rodgers lack of reliable protection he has shown he is an elite QB. Who would...
Bill Belichik Cost Patriots Game
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The New England Patriots were up 34-28 with a little over two minutes remaining and faced a 4th and 2, and we're in prime position to take the win.Instead of punting, Belichik decided to go for it.Tom Brady dropped back, and hit Kevin Faulk, but he was hit immeadiately and was...
Showdown Set in the WIld West
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The Oakland Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs have both had a forgettable year so far. In fact, it may be remembered for how forgettable it has been. Both teams have struggled to put together a single solid defensive or offensive series. Larry Johnson has been a headache for the Chiefs...
With Winfield out the Lions may take flight
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The Lions are definitely the underdogs going into Sunday's match versus the Vikings but they believe conditions are right for a shocking upset. They will need a hurculean effort on defense that starts with shutting down Adrian Peterson. The Lions would much rather take their chances...
Eagles Running Back Westbrook Expected To Play Sunday
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Amidst all the negativity surrounding the Eagles injury news and Joselio Hanson being suspended, good news has seeped its way through to the surface.Brian Westbrook is expected to play this Sunday when the Eagles travel to San Diego to play the Chargers.Westbrook, who missed the past...
The Lions will be players in the NFC North sooner than you think
9 days ago by
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Objects in the mirror are closer than they appear would aptly describe the Detroit Lions. They have talented players, they have a good coaching staff and they've made noticeable progress even though you might not get that from the win-loss standings. Like every other team in the...
The Bears better have their "A" game tonight
9 days ago by
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The Bears inconsistencies are well documented. It starts with the lines on both sides of the ball and it filters out to the so called skilled positions. In order for the Bears to right the ship tonight they need a max effort from both lines. Tommy Harris needs to commit to playing...
NFL Power Rankings: Week Nine
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Here are the Power Rankings following play in Week Eight. This is the first installment. The power rankings are derived using a unique formula putting emphasis on all facets of the game with certain categories having more impact on your team than other categories. Division games are...
Chiefs Release Troubled Running Back, Johnson
12 days ago by
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The Kansas City Chiefs have finally had enough of their troubled running back, and have announced to day that they will release Larry Johnson.You may remember a week or so ago, I had written an article foreshadowing such an event taking place.The release ends Larry Johnson's pursuit...
Upset Alert: Watch Miami in New England, Houston in Indianapolis
16 days ago by
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After a 0-3 start many had written off the defending AFC East champion Miami Dolphins. The Jets started out the season 3-0 and the Patriots had Tom Brady back under center; There was no way the Dolphins would be able to rebound.Well, fast forward to the half-way point of the season...
Bob Sanders Is the Most Overrated Defensive Player in NFL
16 days ago by
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For all the talk of how much good Bob Sanders does for the Colts' defense and how good of a player he is, it's really a moot point when he's watching from the sideline.Which, as we all know, has been about half of his career.In fact, I wrote an article about Bob Sanders...
Chief Chambers
16 days ago by
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Remember the days of Marcus Allen? How about the one day of Joe Montana? Not even the years of Tony Gonzalez? Fact is, few people do. The Kansas City Chiefs have not been competing for anything this year except for the bottom spot on every power ranking list. So is there anything to...
N.O.W. Wants Tom Cable Fired
16 days ago by
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After the NFL and the Oakland Raiders announced that head coach Tom Cable would be investigated for not only his "encounter" with assistant coach Randy Hanson, but for alleged abuse coming from prior relationships, the National Organization for Women wants owner Al Davis...
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Cutler
16 days ago by
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Chicago fans have to be wondering what the deal is with Jay Cutler. One week he looks fantastic and the next week not so much to put it mildly. In his defense Chicago is lacking receiving weapons although they have some up and comers. Devin Hester is getting better but his growth as...
Colts Can Clinch Division With Win On Sunday
17 days ago by
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Here we are in week 9 of the NFL season and there is already a chance for a team to clinch a division title and playoff spot. That team is the Indianapolis Colts, who are 7-0 heading into this weekends game with the Houston Texans at home.That just amazes me to think we are at the...
Why the Packers Will Have the Last Laugh
19 days ago by
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Packers Nation is faced with the bitter reality that they got "Favre'd" not once, but twice.The Packers offensive line woes were exploited by a superior Vikings defense. The Vikings are a very good football team and they have made a lot of offensive lines look bad this...
What's Next For Brett Favre?
19 days ago by
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The question I would be asking if I were a Vikings fan is what is the motivation now?Beating the Packers senseless in Minnesota. Check.Beating the Packers in Green Bay on Lambeau Field and rubbing it in to Packer's management. Check.Sure, Favre would love to win a Superbowl, but...
Baltimore Defense Found That Angry Feeling
19 days ago by
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The Baltimore Ravens beat the Denver Broncos at their own game.The Broncos entered the game undefeated at 6-0. They had the top ranked defense in the league, including a plus-7 turnover ratio so far this season. They also have arguably one of the best kick returners in the league.That’s...
Jamal Lewis to Retire After 2009 Season
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Apparently it's not just frustration talking as Jamal Lewis announces that he will be retiring following the 2009 season.Many, myself included, thought he'd do that last offseason.But, with the arrival of a new head coach with some wins under his belt, Lewis probably felt as...
Brian Westbrook Out Against Giants
21 days ago by
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According to Adam Schefter, Brian Westbrook is expected to sit out today's game against division rival New York Giants.Despite Andy Reid's comments throughout the week that a decision had not been made, most people with a brain could assume that Westbrook would not suit up...
Clements Not Starting For Niners
21 days ago by
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Nate Clements may play most of the game this Sunday, but he will not find himself on the field to start the game.The San Francisco 49ers will not start Nate Clements when they take on the Indianapolis Colts tomorrow, and will instead, start Tarrell Brown.49ers coaches have told reporters...
How Good are the Denver Broncos?
23 days ago by
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At the beginning of this year's NFL season, there were a few things that people were sure of.One was that Brett Favre might be coming out of retirement...maybe. Two was that Peyton Manning was a good quarterback. Three was the one that everyone was taking to the bank; The Denver...
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