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Rate Rams: Kentucky's Burton reaches deal with Rams

Original at FOXSports.com external link    11 hours ago    via FOXSports.com News for Rams external link

Former University of Kentucky receiver Keenan Burton says he's reached a three-year deal with the St. Louis Rams. Burton says his agent, Todd France, finished the deal on Thursday. Burton says he believes the contract to be worth more than $1 million. Burton was selected by the Rams in the fou...

Rate Steelers: Pittsburgh Steelers Notes, Quotes

Original at FOXSports.com external link    12 hours ago    via FOXSports.com News for Steelers external link

An asteroid has been named for Myron Cope, the beloved Steelers broadcaster who died Feb. 27. Like the diminutive Cope, it's a small one. The asteroid is named 7835 Myroncope and it's located between Mars and Jupiter. The name was proposed by Dr. Eric Mamajek of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center...

Rate Jaguars: Jacksonville Jaguars Inside Slant

Original at FOXSports.com external link    12 hours ago    via FOXSports.com News for Jaguars external link

When Fred Taylor signed a contract extension with the Jaguars a year ago in March, one of the key points that he stated at the time was the opportunity to play his entire career with the team that drafted him in 1998. "If I stay healthy, I'll be able to finish my career with the Jaguars, which is a...

Rate Cowboys: Dallas Cowboys Strategy and Personnel

Original at FOXSports.com external link    12 hours ago    via FOXSports.com News for Cowboys external link

FS Ken Hamlin remains at an impasse with the Cowboys over a long-term contract. Hamlin has been slapped with the franchise tag, but has refused to sign the one-year $4.396 million deal. He did not show up for minicamp and it is unknown whether he will be in the fold for training camp. Hamlin, howe...

Rate Vikings: Vikings camp preview: Is Tarvaris good enough?

Original at ESPN external link    14 hours ago    via Minnesota Vikings - Topix.net external link

This QB could hold many fantasy fortunes in his hand. The Vikings have become a justifiably chic pick to contend for both the NFC North crown and the NFC title in '08, thanks to a major acquisition along the ...

Rate Dolphins: D/ST: A little prep work goes a long way

Original at fantasy.sportingnews.com external link    15 hours ago    via Google News external link

 - Miami Dolphins. Bill Parcells wants to switch to a 3-4 defense now that he's running the show in Miami. Whether the Dolphins have the personnel to make the ...

Rate Patriots: Oakland Raiders’ legend Jim Plunkett a true icon: Thoughts from a ...

Original at nfl-raiders(mvn.com) external link    18 hours ago    via Google News external link

 MA - In the 1971 NFL Draft, Jim was selected number one overall by the New England Patriots. His first regular season game would be against the Raiders. ...

Rate Cardinals: Is 49ers’ Johnson legit starter

Original at RealFootball365.com external link    23 hours ago    via Google News external link

 AZ - Two reasons: Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin. In Fitzgerald and Boldin, the Cardinals have boasted two of the best receivers in the NFL. ...

Rate 49ers: Is 49ers’ Johnson legit starter

Original at RealFootball365.com external link    23 hours ago    via Google News external link

 AZ - In Fitzgerald and Boldin, the Cardinals have boasted two of the best receivers in the NFL. Unfortunately for Johnson, he was drafted the same year as Boldin ...

Rate Vikings: Obama to Vikings fans: 'You guys need to be re-educated'

Original at Minneapolis Star Tribune external link    Thu, Jul 3    via Google News external link

 MN - Im from Minnesota, … read more i naturally have disliking for the Bears because Im a Vikings fan. Because I live IN MINNESOTA. ...

Rate Jaguars: Who's gone next? Could your team move, too? - ESPN

Original at ESPN external link    Thu, Jul 3    via Google News external link

 - Funny thing about the Jaguars in Jacksonville: They win but still can't consistently sell out in college-football-obsessed Florida. According to the Florida ...

Rate Jaguars: Jaguars Mock Season (Weeks 1-4)

Original at ind.scout.com external link    Thu, Jul 3    via Google News external link

 - The much focused and extremely motivated Jacksonville Jaguars will take this one by double-digits to better their NFL best opening day record (currently ...

Rate Packers: 2007 Packers season in review

Original at Green Bay Press Gazette external link    Thu, Jul 3    via Google News external link

 WI - The 2007 Green Bay Packers reached a level of success few could have imagined during training camp. More Three A-minus grades — and no failing marks — were ...

Rate Cowboys: The catch that "sold" Tom Landry on Bob Hayes

Original at Star-Telegram.com external link    Thu, Jul 3    via star-telegram.com: Sports external link

He waited until after he had retired to tell us just how really big a deal winning Super Bowl VI was for his Dallas Cowboys, who had lost the "big game" five years in a row (Green Bay twice, Cleveland twice and Baltimore in SB V). They met at the Houston Super Bowl to decide the Class of 2004, and Ha...

Rate Packers: Brett Favre: The Packers Really Don't Want You To Come Back (But ESPN Does!) [Brett Favre]

Original at Deadspin external link    Thu, Jul 3    via Boxxet Collection external link

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By DAULERIO But — but!— if Favre goes to another team...what would happen to ESPN's magical opening dedication and Favre jersey retirement ceremony during the Monday Night Football opener? Wouldn't that ruin it? Not if he's on the Vikings. Packers: Favre has "itch" to play[Wisconsin State Journal]

Rate 49ers: Take 5 with 49ers FS D.J. Parker

Original at INSTANT 49ers external link    Thu, Jul 3

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Parker: Yeah, all of them. I think everyone on the secondary has helped me: Mark (Roman), Dashon (Goldson), Michael Lewis, Keith Lewis, all of them. I can even ask Nate (Clements) questions, and he can help me out. Everybody has been great in helping me out with the playbook.

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Rate Steelers: Opinion: The Internets Are Full of Goodies...

Original at rockstarforhire (Blogspot) external link    Wed, Jul 2    via One For The Other Thumb external link

By Cotter(noreply@blogger.com) See, that headline is good because it's true. I mean where else can you find a Steelers-Browns checkers set? Or a Steelers propane tank cover? Or a Snoop Dogg t-shirt with a Steelers logo on it? I mean these are must have items. Ok, I'd venture to say you can probably find that last one at Tobiath...

Rate Browns: Cleveland Browns Training Camp 2008: Quarterback Preview

Original at Dawgs By Nature external link    Wed, Jul 2

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By ChrisPokorny NEXT UP (FRIDAY): Running Back Poll Do you agree that Derek Anderson should start the year as the Browns' quarterback, no questions asked? Yes, Anderson deserves it No, Anderson should have to earn it by beating Quinn No, Quinn should be the starter, no questions asked

Rate Rams: Early 49ers Fantasy Info

Original at Niners Nation external link    Wed, Jul 2    via Google News external link

 CA - Vernon Davis is a great talent, but Martz has never been a big user of the tight end in the past. Over at Turf Show Times, our Rams blog, VanRam had the ...

Rate Chargers: Chargers sign draft picks

Original at San Diego Union Tribune external link    Wed, Jul 2    via Google News external link

 United States - PATRIOTS: Released defensive back Willie Andrews, one day after he was arrested for allegedly pointing a handgun at his girlfriend's head. ... CHARGERS: Bolts sign draft picks Thomas and Clark North County Times all 3 news articles

Rate 49ers: A little July 4th 49ers touch football

Original at Niners Nation external link    Wed, Jul 2

By Fooch WR #2/Corner #1 - Vernon Davis - Every touch game has the trash talker who won't shut up about how great he is.  Ladies and gentleman, I introduce to you Vernon Davis.  The Disease would definitely be "that guy" on the beach.  I have a feeling though that his defensive game would not be nearly as g...

Rate Redskins: Matchup Breakdown: Redskins vs. Giants

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Tue, Jul 1    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi Matchup #3: Clinton Portis vs. Antonio Pierce, Mathias Kiwanuka, and Gerris Wilkinson Matchup #5: Santana Moss, Malcolm Kelly, and Antwaan Randle El vs. James Butler, Sammy Knight, and Kenny Phillips Advantage Redskins. Advantage Redskins. Redskins/Giants Final Verdict

Tuesday, Jul 1

 

Rate Ravens: Will Ravens' plan fly?

Original at Baltimore Sun external link    Tue, Jul 1    via Google News external link

 United States - The Ravens probably have enough on their plate right now, what with a new coach and a new quarterback and Derrick Martin's recent citation for alleged ...

Rate 49ers: 49ers All-Time Guard #1

Original at Niners Nation external link    Tue, Jul 1

By Fooch Bruno Banducci (1946-1954): After being drafted by the Eagles, Banducci made his way to San Francisco in 1946, where he'd eventually earn a trip to the Pro Bowl and two All-Pro selections.  Aside from his outstanding guard play, I also have to include him because he actually had a punt retu...

Rate Chargers: Chargers ever closer to heading for the hills

Original at San Diego Union Tribune external link    Tue, Jul 1    via Google News external link

 United States - Imagine San Diego without the Chargers. It was easy enough to do 50 years ago, when the professional football team not only wasn't here, it didn't exist. ...

Rate 49ers: Either way, Allen does not figure to return

Original at INSTANT 49ers external link    Tue, Jul 1

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) But the 49ers are moving forward in '08 without Allen. Coach Mike Nolan intimated several weeks ago that he did not expect Allen to return. At this point, even if Allen wants to come back it seems that it would not be the wise thing for the 49ers to re-sign him.

Saturday, Jun 28

 

Rate Steelers: A quick look at the current state of the Steelers running backs

Original at The Steel Tradition external link    Sat, Jun 28    1 related articles    via Most Valuable Network - One for the Thumb - A Pittsburgh Steelers column external link

By James Pete Mike noted earlier that tailback Najeh Davenport was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers yesterday. With Davenport officially out of the picture, the Steelers’ backfield becomes pretty clear-cut to start the year. With Willie Parker once again healthy, Rashard Mendenhall coming in a...

Thursday, Jun 26

 

Rate Broncos: Opinion: 31 Reasons That Broncos Fans Should Not Feel Bad

Original at Mile High Report external link    Thu, Jun 26    via Boxxet Collection external link

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By GarretBarnes Reason #9, Steelers: We did not have our QB and team leader win a Super Bowl then nearly kill himself on motorcycle.  Reason #5, Packers: Our legendary QBs ride off into the Sunset was not throwing an Interception in overtime IN A PLAYOFF GAME just to be eliminated by the future Super Bowl win...

Tuesday, Jun 24

 

Rate Rams: The Fantasy Impact Of Steven Jackson's Cleansed Colon [Fantasy Football]

Original at Deadspin external link    Tue, Jun 24    via Boxxet Collection external link

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By DAULERIO During yesterday's story about Rams running back Steven Jackson and his messy colon cleanse, I questioned the potential fantasy football impact such a procedure would have on the top five running back. Thankfully, some of the wise men from Yahoo!'s Fantasy Football think tank decided i...

Sunday, Jun 22

 

Rate Redskins: Opinion: Matchup Breakdown: Redskins vs. Eagles

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Sun, Jun 22    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi Matchup #3: Clinton Portis vs. Omar Gaither, Stewart Bradley, and Chris Gocong Matchup #5: Santana Moss, Malcolm Kelly, and Antwaan Randle El vs. Brian Dawkins and Quentin Mikell Advantage Redskins. Redskins/Eagles Final Verdict

Saturday, Jun 21

 

Rate 49ers: Opinion: ESPN's Offseason Look at the 49ers and the NFC West

Original at Niners Nation external link    Sat, Jun 21

By Fooch Not surprisingly, Frank Gore and Vernon Davis were pointed too as two extremely important guys for the offense, alongside Alex Smith.  Gore is a dual threat as a rusher and receiver, while Vernon Davis had one of the quieter 52-catch seasons in recent memory.  I think that goes to show just h...

Wednesday, Jun 18

 

Rate Cowboys: Opinion: Redskins vs. Cowboys: Breakdown

Original at Gryphon on the Dallas Cowboys external link    Wed, Jun 18

By The Gryphon(noreply@blogger.com) This is a sizable advantage for the Dallas Cowboys. Advantage Redskins. Huge advantage to Dallas. No advantage here, and that’s arguably a win for the Redskins. Matchup #12: Flozell Adams and Marc Columbo vs. Andre Carter and Phillip Daniels Redskins/Cowboys Final Verdict

Tuesday, Jun 17

 

Rate Redskins: Opinion: Redskins vs. Cowboys: Breakdown

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Tue, Jun 17    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi This is a sizable advantage for the Dallas Cowboys. Matchup #3: Clinton Portis vs. Bradie James, DeMarcus Ware, Anthony Spencer, and Zach Thomas Matchup #5: Santana Moss, Malcolm Kelly, and Antwaan Randle El vs. Roy Williams and Ken Hamlin Advantage Redskins.

Rate Redskins: Opinion: Drafting WRs vs. Drafting DEs: Did Redskins Make the Right Call?

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Tue, Jun 17    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi Prior to the 2008 NFL Draft, Brian Burke over at the Advanced NFL Stats blog did some critical research into historical drafting trends. Since the Washington Redskins had arguably critical needs at both WR and DE going into the draft, I think this is a good time to review his results, and app...

Sunday, Jun 15

 

Rate Bengals: Opinion: Bengal Bites: Mini-Camp Notes

Original at The Bengal Blitz external link    Sun, Jun 15    via Most Valuable Network - The Eye of the Tiger - A Cincinnati Bengals column

By Chris Maier Aside from Chad Johnson’s gradual mood adjustment (Happy???), the Bengals actually held a mini-camp this past weekend.   Partially due to the Chad Johnson sideshow (or lack there of), the non-Ocho news was a little on the light side.  Below are some observations including one key change...

Saturday, Jun 14

 

Rate Browns: Opinion: Solid Assessment of Bentley Situation

Original at Dawgs By Nature external link    Sat, Jun 14

By ChrisPokorny A year ago in the OTAs and minicamp, Anderson and Quinn were completing 60-65 percent of their passes in drills, etc. Ken Dorsey was tops in the low 70s. They all struggled to learn the new offense. Now, Anderson is in the high 70s, Quinn approaching 75 percent along with Dorsey.

Friday, Jun 13

 

Rate Vikings: Opinion: Vikings Notes: EA Sports is Feeling Minnesota

Original at Vikings War Cry external link    Fri, Jun 13    via Most Valuable Network - Vikings War Cry

By Anthony Hall Glad to see Mewelde’s happy in his new home, because it simply didn’t make sense for him to remain in Minnesota. The combination of a coaching staff that was unwilling to correctly utilize him and a backfield crowded with talent made it an easy decision for the Vikings and Moore to part ways.

Wednesday, Jun 11

 

Rate Redskins: Opinion: Taking a Look at the Redskins’ Offense

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Wed, Jun 11    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi RB- Clinton Portis RB- Clinton Portis WR- Antwaan Randle El The Redskins have felt the need to upgrade every skill position since Joe Gibbs took over, and even before this past draft, it’s clear that they have significantly upgraded their skill position players over the last four years.  

Thursday, May 29

 

Rate Vikings: Opinion: Projecting the Vikings' 53-Man Roster: Wide Receivers

Original at Daily Norseman external link    Thu, May 29

By Gonzo 2)  None of them are drawing a paycheck from the Minnesota Vikings any more. This is the point where things get a little murky.  This is going to depend on whether or not Brad Childress decides that he's going to keep 5 or 6 wide receivers on the roster this season.

Rate Steelers: Opinion: Stan Savran Chats with BTSC

Original at Behind the Steel Curtain external link    Thu, May 29

By maryrose SAVRAN:  Both.  They do limit themselves by playing it straight.  They just don't overpay for players like some teams that are more aggressive do.  However, their system is designed to be a contending team year after year, not just go gung-ho for a Super Bowl and then bottom out for 10 years. ...

Saturday, May 24

 

Rate Vikings: Opinion: Projecting the Vikings' 53-Man Roster: Quarterbacks

Original at Daily Norseman external link    Sat, May 24

By Gonzo Kyle Wright. . .well, unless the Vikings want to try to get him onto the practice squad, I don't think he's got much of a future in Minnesota.  He was highly recruited in high school, and managed to parlay that into, really, a whole lot of nothing down at the U.  I don't see a whole lot to get excited ab...

Saturday, May 17

 

Rate Steelers: Opinion: Steel Tradition want’s to wail, MAIL: Overrated Ben, Underrated Willie, a horrid schedule and an I can’t believe you said that!

Original at The Steel Tradition external link    Sat, May 17    via Most Valuable Network - One for the Thumb - A Pittsburgh Steelers column external link

By James Pete To e-mail Steel Tradition about the Steelers, and possibly be included in a future wail, MAIL, send it to steeltradition@mvn.com, or pojorisin@gmail.com. We look forward to your e-mails! Here’s a look at some of the e-mail I’ve received about the Steelers since the 2008 NFL draft. One focus...

Friday, May 9

 

Rate Redskins: Opinion: Were the Redskins Swimming in Uncharted Waters?

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Fri, May 9    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Greg Trippiedi But only one comparison I found really hits home as a similar situation to the Redskins drafting multiple receivers in the first two rounds this year.  I’m talking about the 2003 Cardinals, and their draft that year.  In the first round, the Cards called for Wide Receiver Bryant Johnson, an...

Friday, May 2

 

Rate Bengals: Opinion: Examining the Bengals Undrafted Free Agents

Original at Cincy Jungle external link    Fri, May 2    via Boxxet Collection external link

By Kirkendall Justin Britt, G/C, 6'4", 302 lbs, Alabama. (Sports Illustrated) Bradley Glatthaar, RB, 5'11", 245 lbs, Cincinnati (Sports Illustrated) Anthony Hoke, LB, 6'0", 238 lbs, Cincinnati (NFL Draft Countdown) James Johnson, RB, 5'11", 202 lbs, Kansas St. (Sports Illustrated)

Sunday, Apr 27

 

Rate Packers: Opinion: Packers 2008 Draft Recap

Original at Packers Pundit external link    Sun, Apr 27    via Packers external link

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When drafting the best player rather than drafting for need a team gains a lot of flexibility. The Packers are taking the best player now, and giving themselves a chance to trade for a proven commodity down the line. Lets say Jordy Nelson turns into an NFL starter (or the next Don Bebe) and the P...

Saturday, Apr 26

 

Rate Redskins: Day 1 Draft Review

Original at nfl-redskins(mvn.com) external link    Sat, Apr 26    via Most Valuable Network - Hog Heaven external link

By Brian Mulholland Day 1 of the Redskins draft was a roller coaster of emotions.  I felt euphoric as the team traded down and got great value, but that lead to substantial disappointment as players I coveted disappeared just before Washington picked, and seemingly lead to the team panicking and making some s...

Sunday, Aug 5

 

Rate Cowboys: Michael Irvin's Hall of Fame Induction SpeechVideo included in this story.  Click to view.

Original at The FanHouse - AOL external link    Sun, Aug 5    via Boxxet Collection external link

By Ryan Wilson Filed under: Cowboys, NFC East, NFL Hall of FameThe NFL preseason starts in about 20 minutes when the Steelers and Saints square off in the Hall of Fame game. This is sure to be a pretty boring affair -- it's raining right now, which certainly won't help things -- but it's not really about the f...

Friday, Apr 27

 

Rate Lions: Vegas Sets the Lions Over/Under Win Total at Six - Lions-Fans.com - Detroit Lions Message Forum

Original at lions-fans.com external link    Fri, Apr 27    via Lions-Fans Com

Vartan Kupelian and Mike O'Hara from the Detroit News: Behind the Scenes Twice as good as last year. That's what the betting line in Las Vegas projects on the Lions' victory total for the upcoming season. Another season of double-digit losses. That's the other projection, too. The Las Vegas H...

Wednesday, Apr 25

 

Rate Lions: Lions sign WRs Robinson, Russell and re-sign CB Smith - Lions-Fans.com - Detroit Lions Message Forum

Original at lions-fans.com external link    Wed, Apr 25    via Lions-Fans Com

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) -- The Detroit Lions signed wide receivers Marcus Robinson and Cliff Russell and re-signed cornerback Keith Smith on Wednesday. Robinson was cut by the Minnesota Vikings with one game left last season despite leading the team with four touchdown receptions in 10 ga...


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