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Cory Woodroof

Cory Woodroof is a longtime journalist that lives in Nashville, Tennessee. He has covered the Atlanta Falcons for the past five years for SB Nation's The Falcoholic and yearly for Athlon's NFL preview edition. He has also covered sports at all levels for the Nashville Post. In addition to sports, he is a Rotten Tomatoes-certified film critic and has written about film for outlets like The Playlist, the Nashville Scene, The Young Folks, PopMatters and 615 Film. His Twitter handle is @CoryWoodroof47

Seahawks' 2022 draft class coming through in big way

While quarterback Geno Smith's comeback campaign is leading headlines, it's the Seahawks' 2022 draft class that's really raising eyebrows.

Why Justin Herbert isn't to blame for Chargers' strange start

Looking at the circumstances around him, it's hard to blame the Oregon alum for much. 

Jaguars taking chance on WR Calvin Ridley could be major

With the team trading a couple of conditional draft picks to the Atlanta Falcons for suspended wideout Calvin Ridley, the Jags made a sizeable investment into the future of the team.

Titans could get secondary boost with DB Elijah Molden's return

The Tennessee Titans should get a key member of their secondary back soon. 

Falcons looking to get RB Cordarrelle Patterson back in lineup

The Atlanta Falcons could get running back Cordarrelle Patterson back in the lineup as soon as Sunday. He's been designated to return to practice off of injured reserve as of Wednesday. 

Ravens look much more dangerous after Roquan Smith trade

In adding one of the league's best linebackers in Roquan Smith, the Ravens have addressed a major issue on its defense and provided a monster who can roam in the middle.

Run defense is reason Titans remain legitimate AFC threat

Led by All-Star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons and rising DT Teair Tart, the Tennessee defensive interior is suffocating opposing run games.

Bengals desperately need WR Ja'Marr Chase back in lineup

The Cincinnati Bengals sure looked like they missed wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase Monday night. 

Browns RB Nick Chubb could be a sleeper MVP candidate

Chubb singlehandedly is keeping the Browns competitive on offense at times this year.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers on four-game skid: 'Nobody feels sorry for us'

At 3-5, the team is going through one of the worst seasons it has had in the Aaron Rodgers era.

Dolphins could be sneaky threat in AFC

The Miami Dolphins have emerged as one of the NFL's true shocks this season, with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa leading one of the league's most dangerous passing attacks. 

Patriots HC Bill Belichick gets soaked to celebrate coaching milestone

After becoming the second-most winning coach in NFL history with the New England Patriots' 22-17 win over the New York Jets, coach Bill Belichick got quite the welcome downpour from a few of his New England Players. 

Bears QB Justin Fields beginning to take command of offense

Fields isn't one of the NFL's best quarterbacks right now by any means, but the way he's improving as a passer and refining his already potent ground attack is good news for Chicago's future.

Falcons holding on to first NFC South lead in six years

In the grand scheme of things, the Falcons are set up well for future success with a good coach in Arthur Smith, an emerging general manager in Terry Fontenot, and gobs of cap space coming the team's way in 2023.

Five landing spots for Colts CB Stephon Gilmore

The Indianapolis Colts could be sellers at the trade deadline.

Can the Buccaneers salvage their offense before it's too late?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are going to need a lot more offense if they're to keep pace in the NFC South.

Is Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett in danger of being fired after one season?

No team in the NFL has gotten off to such a disappointing start like the Denver Broncos.

Titans need to address receiver depth at trade deadline

With rookie wideouts Treylon Burks and Kyle Philips and second-year man Racey McMath on injured reserve, the Titans need help for quarterback Ryan Tannehill, and fast. 

Five potential trade destinations for Rams RB Cam Akers

Running back Cam Akers' time in Los Angeles could be coming to a close. The Rams rusher has recently been held out of the lineup after falling out of favor.

Don't count out the Falcons in the NFC South

While the Atlanta Falcons got their butts kicked in Cincinnati this past Sunday, don't count them out to contend for the NFC South when it's all said and done.

Will the Ravens still contend for the AFC?

The Baltimore Ravens entered 2022 looking like one of the strongest teams in the AFC.  While they're off to a respectable 4-3 start, the team still looks a few steps behind juggernauts like Kansas City and Buffalo.

What is Roquan Smith's future with the Bears?

The Chicago Bears are going to have to make a decision on linebacker Roquan Smith sooner than later.  

With Titans, WR Chris Conley tries to impact third AFC South team

If Conley can provide even somewhat of a spark for the passing game, it'll do wonders for Tennessee.

Can the Panthers rebound after their 1-5 start?

After firing coach Matt Rhule, watching quarterback Baker Mayfield struggle, and trading Christian McCaffrey, it seemed like the Panthers were waiving the white flag on the 2022 season.

Five trades Super Bowl contenders should make to push them over the top

The Nov. 1 NFL trade deadline is coming up Tuesday, and there are title contenders who could make trades that could help them even stronger possibilities to hoist the Lombardi this winter.