Archive for June, 2010

NFC 3 Up, 3 Down

Each and every Summer we approach a point in the off-season where the news slows down around the National Football League, and by this point you should know what that means…Predictions!   The time is certainly ripe and prime to talk about teams on the rise and teams on the decline for the upcoming season.  What [...]

Patriots and LB Guyton Agree to a Two-Year Extension

Christopher Price of WEEI.com reports that the Patriots have signed inside linebacker Gary Guyton to a two-year contract, which includes a $650,000 signing bonus. Guyton’s exclusive rights tender originally entitled him to one-year, $470,000 deal, but according to his agent Richard Kopelman, the Patriots were aggressive in making sure Guyton was able to stay with [...]

EA Sports Likes The Vikings in The Upcoming Madden 11

A minor stir was created amongst the gamer/baller hybrid community when somebody swiped a video of the Madden ’11 rankings of players at the top of their respective positions. As I was glancing over the latest ratings that have been bootlegged (and are probably subject to change) I did notice that the newest version of [...]

Chargers Waive Four Players, Including Starting Safety Ellison

This past Monday, the Chargers’ front office was again busy at work, letting go of another four players. It was officially announced that Ian Scott, Cory Jackson and Jordyn Jackson have all been released from the team. Ian Scott, who was expected to battle for a starting position on the defensive line, started seven games [...]

Unnamed Opponent Goes After Bryant McKinnie, Other Vikings

The Sporting News is busy counting down to training camp by breaking down each roster and trying to provide a unique preview of sorts. For example, middle linebacker Jasper Brinkley has their vote for breakout player of the year for the purple and gold.  Also, they predict that without Favre there is virtually no chance [...]

America Still Hates Eagles QB Mike Vick

Forbes magazine has released its annual most disliked player in sports list. For the second time in as many years, Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has topped the list. Unlike some of the others that appear on the list, most of Vick’s judgement is a result of things he’s done outside the world of sports. We’re [...]

Ten Ravens Who Have to Have an Impact in 2010

The Baltimore Ravens are hoping to do something that their franchise has never done before by making it to the playoffs for their third consecutive season. In order for that to happen these players must make a difference. 1- Joe Flacco He’s shown toughness, a strong arm, and surprising mobility in his first two full [...]

Breaking Down the Dolphins Wide Out Position

The Dolphins made some huge shockwaves this off-season when they traded two 2nd round picks for star wide receiver Brandon Marshall. The Dolphins were expected to have a reputable offense this year, but were looking for the missing link that could give Chad Henne the aerial connection that he could go to when in need. [...]