March 19th, 2011 
Matt Loede 
Posted in Dan Reeves is a big fan of Cam Newton, and told the Charlotte Observer that he thinks the Cats should take Newton with the #1 overall pick. Former NFL head coach Dan Reeves thinks the Carolina Panthers should retain the top pick and pick a quarterback according to Darin Gantt of the Charlotte Observer. “If [...]
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Report Says USC Offensive Tackle Tyron Smith Coveted By Vikings
While I certainly think that the quarterback position has to be the Vikings top offseason priority (as evidenced by my lopsided draft analysis), it is important to keep in mind a variety of other needs including along the offensive line and in the secondary. That is why it is notable that TFY Draft Insider is [...]
Breaking Down the Quarterback Wonderlic Results
With the Carson Quitter situation still no where close to resolved, it is painfully apparent that the Bengals will use at least one draft pick on a quarterback. Thus, the question becomes: Who is the best QB for the Bengals? Size, arm strength, athleticism, college scheme, and won-loss record all play a major role in determining who is the best fit, [...]
NFL Films President Steve Sabol Has Brain Tumor
Thoughts and prayers from NFL Gridiron Gab go out to NFL Films president Steve Sabol, as the AP reports he will undergo radiation and chemotherapy treatment after doctors discovered a tumor on the left side of his brain. NFL.com cites an NFL Films statement Friday about the 68-year-old Sabol, who was hospitalized March 5 in [...]
Vikings to Sit and Have Dinner with QB Blaine Gabbert
So far the Vikings have reportedly conducted private interviews with three quarterbacks: Cam Newton of Auburn, Andy Dalton of TCU, and Jake Locker of Washington. Now, we can add Missouri’s former leader (and potential #1 overall pick) Blaine Gabbert to the list. Gabbert will have his Pro Day today and both head coach Leslie Frazier [...]
Maryland WR Torrey Smith Meeting with the Lions
University of Maryland wide receiver Torrey Smith is visiting the Lions today, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Smith (6-1, 204) caught 152 passes for 2,215 yards and 19 touchdowns during his Terrapins career, including 128 receptions for 1,879 yards and 17 touchdowns the last two seasons. Smith averaged nearly 26 yards per kick [...]
Seahawks OL Chester Pitts Slams Roger Goodell’s Latest Letter to Players
Rogers Goodell’s letter to players last night drew some harsh responses but not many more than offensive lineman Chester Pitts. Pitts took to Twitter to criticize Goodell’s letter. In a response to a fan, Pitts said, “He had 2.5 years to do what he claims. He and the owners lie to the public every day. [...]
NFL Gridiron Gab Mock Draft V5.0
1. Carolina (Marcell Dareus, DT, Alabama) – The Panthers will likely make some attempt to move from this spot. Quarterback is a question mark, but G.M. Martey Hurney invested a second round pick in Jimmy Clausen only last season, and there’s no guarantee Blaine Gabbert or Cam Newton can handle a pro system early- both [...]
