Despite still being sidelined by offseason neck surgery, Colts QB Peyton Manning said Friday night that he is optimistic about being back under center for the September 11 regular-season opener at Houston. “I sure hope so,” Manning said on the sideline during the CBS telecast of the Indianapolis-Green Bay preseason game at Lucas Oil Stadium. [...]
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Packer Edge Colts: The Good, Bad & Ugly
Looking at Packers preseason win over Colts. GOOD: 1. QB Rodgers–he looked sharp completing 19 of 23 passes for 204 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions for a rating of 118.1. For the preseason, Rodgers has completed 34-of-43 passes for 375 yards and 3 touchdowns. 2. TE Taylor–he is great rookie special teams player and receiver. He [...]
Redskins Lose Rookie DE Jarvis Jenkins For the Season
In addition to losing the game last night, it looks like the Redskins also lost one of their most promising rookie defenders last night. Defensive End Jarvis Jenkins, the team’s second round pick out of Clemson, posted the following on his Twitter account: “Redskin fans thanks for the support I love you all…unfortunately it is [...]
Buffalo Inks DT Kyle Williams to a Six-Year Extension
Bills defensive tackle Kyle Williams has agreed to terms on a contract extension, Albert Elias, Williams’ agent, announced on Twitter. According to Jason La Canfora, Williams’ extension is worth $39 million over six seasons with $17 million in guarantees. Williams had two years and around $5.5 million remaining on a three-year, $11.05 million extension from [...]
2011 Division Previews: NFC North
August 26th, 2011 
Russ Loede 
Posted in 2011 Division Previews, Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings NFL’s Most Athletically Gifted Tight End NFC South NFC West 1. Green Bay Packers (11-5) – I’m as big a Tom Brady fanatic there is, but Aaron Rodgers is the game’s best quarterback at this moment in time. It helps he can make plays on the run when the pocket collapses, which often happens, behind [...]
Gridiron Preseason Preview: Jaguars at Bills
With a threatening quarterback controversy now resolved, David Garrard and the Jaguars resume their preparations for the upcoming regular season with Saturday’s visit to Ralph Wilson Stadium for a battle with the Bills. Garrard, the Jaguars’ regular signal-caller for the past five seasons, had been believed to be in a heated competition with highly-touted rookie [...]
Game Review: EA Sports Madden 12
Madden 12 continues the rich tradition of the storied franchise by bringing fans closer to the NFL than ever before. Featuring all 32 teams, stadiums, and your favorite players in the league, Madden NFL 12 is True to the Game. Key Game Features: All-New Collision System – Now maintain full control of players up to [...]
Report: Colts Sought Matt Hasselbeck During Free Agency?
Almost A Colt? It’s now safe to say the Colts have been truly concerned about their franchise quarterback for awhile. Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports the Indianapolis Colts inquired about Tennessee Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, according to a source. The Colts ended up signing Kerry Collins, luring him out of retirement. If Peyton Manning isn’t [...]
