In a matter of two day the Eagles traded Kevin Kolb to Arizona for Rodgers-Cromartie, a great defensive back. Then they signed Nnamdi, out of no where pretty much too. Every was so sure he would end up lining up across from Revis, but instead he will help the Eagles defense.
What these moves have done is take Some pressure off the offense. The Eagles defense gave up points in bulk last year, and as many big plays as Vick made they gave up. Now it would appear that they have just as am explosive of a defense as they do Offense. Now the big question is does this make them the NFC favorite, personally I still like the Packers. The Eagles don't impresse me with there passing game enough, and there D-line isn't that great, and a d-line can break a defense. Andy Reid is a great coach and if Vick stay healthy and DeSean Jackson plays the hole year, and LeSean McCoy produces they will no doubt be a playoff team, and probably in the NFC championship. But I feel Green Bay has a better Defense By far, quarterback is a push, the Packers separate themselves at Reciever though.
No question though, the past two days were huge for the Eagles future, and you got to wonder what the Jets will do with the extra money now.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
Thursday, July 28, 2011
The New England Patriots traded for Chad Ochocinco from the Bengals today, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter the Bengals in return recieve 2 draft pics, one this year and one next year.
This come's one day after they accuired Albert Haynesworth from the Redskins, who help selidify there offensive line in a way they've missed since trading Richard Seymore to the Raiders.
Ochocinco and the Patriots restructured his remaining 3 year deal to fit with in the patriots salary cap needs. The 10 year veteran caught 67 passes for 831 yards and 4 touchdowns last season, a down year but he shared the field with Terrel Owens. It was a drop off from his 2009 campaign were Ochocinco had caught 72 passes for 1,046 yards and 9 touchdowns. In all Ochocinco has had seven 1,000 yard seasons through his 10 year career.
Ochocinco will give Brady a deep threat he lost last season after they traded Randy Moss after week 4 to the Minnesota Viking's. According to Ocho and Bill Belichick they have a friendship that was formed a few years back, and one that is non football related. According to Ocho "It became a friendship beyond a football player and Coach. He became my friend"
Belicheck confirmed this by saying "I like Chad. I like him as a player, I like him as a person. I like his enthusiasm and the fun he has in football and how he competes on the football field."
This really puts pressure on the Jets to make a real move on Nnamdi or another defensive free agent.
Free Agency Question Marks
With News that the Seahwaks have signed former Minnesota Vikings Reciever Sidney Rice makes my question the Tavaris Jackson move that much more. If they were planning on bringing in talent why wouldn't they go after a free agent QB, or maybe a Kevin Kolb? I do realize Jackson and Rice have a history from play together at the Vikings, but Im not buying into Tavaris Jackson as a consistent NFL starter. Then news that Matt Leinart resigned with the Texans means that he will not be reunited with Coach Pete Carrol.
The Patriots traded draft pics to the Washington Redskins for Albert Haynesworth, if anyone can straighten this guy out it would be the Patroits fanchise, they kept Randy Moss focused for a while. If the Patriots are able to get Haynesworth back into shape he could be back to the pro bowl caliber talent he was just 2 seasons ago while he was apart of the Tennesee Titans Franchise.
The Reggie Bush to Miami rumors could be huge! In Miami he will get more touches no doubt, I think Bush if given the chance, could benefit from 15 plus touches a game. If the Dolphins are able to trade for Kyle Orton Miami could be a very improved squad, as long as Brandon Marshall plays an entire season they could be making a run at the Jets and Pats for the Division.
Then of course you have the holdouts, Chris Johnson, DeSean Jackson, and Frank Gore. I don't believe many people are surprised about Jackson and Johnson, there 2 of the biggest play makers in the NFL today and there both scheduled to make under $600,000. All 3 of these guys could be holding out for a while so it is something to watch because all three of these guys are Fantast Football impact players. I expect Jackson to be in camp soon but it sounds like Gore and Johnson could be awhile.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
The New York Jets Make Free Agency Splash
I didn't buy into the rumors that Holmes could end up in Washington. Especially now that McNabb has been shipped to the Viking's. So I wasn't suprised by the signing, I was surprised though by the deal. Reportedly the deal is a 5 year $50 million with $24 million garunteed. They have now set the price for receivers and it is hefty! But with that said it is a move they needed, and according to sources they aren't done.
The rumor that the Jets are interested in throwing a huge number at Nnamdi Asomugha is a scary thought. Can you imagine him and Revis together, that would intimidate the best Quarterbacks in the league. The one problem I see with this is in order for them to sign him, it will take more that Revis' $11.5 million a year deal, and that could cause internal problems with Revis' ego. But if they figure out how to get Asomugha signed the Jets would have to be one of the favorites to win the AFC.
There is also a rumor that the Jets have interest in Randy Moss. I don't believe for one second that Moss is done, I truely believe he still is and can be one of the premier receivers in the League. Moss would be the deep threat they need to open the field up. That will make things easier on an aging LaDanian Tomlinson, and Shonn Green who the Jets hope take over the bulk of the carries this year.
The Jets could end up being the winner of the Free agency Frenzy this year, they could be set up for a great playoff run this year for sure!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Matt Hasselback To Be Released
The Seahawks have no apparent intentions on bringing Matt Hasselback back this season. This has been speculated for sometime now, but is it the right move. No one cam deny he has had lack luster performances over his career, but will they improve with Tavaris Jackson? I say absolutely not, but they did give him $8milliom over 2 seasons which is mind boggeling. Jackson hasn't really shown much to make me think he is a worthy back up let alone a starter. Maybe this move is to make sure there a bottom 2-3 team in an attempt to grab that top spot for Andrew Lock next season.
There is some interest with in the Seahawks organization to sign Matt Leinart, which would reunite Carrol and him from there USC days. Though Leinart was a huge dissapointment in Arizona, I feel this could help jump start his career. The Seahawks have Mike Williams who seems poised to have another solid season, as long has someone can get him the ball. The winner in all this is Hasselback if he finds a new home. Maybe Cleveland? Him and Holmgren have a history, and I think McCoy would benefit from a veteran guy to learn from, and possibly watching for a season or two and being patient. But seriously this is a move I don't think makes the Seahawks better.
There is some interest with in the Seahawks organization to sign Matt Leinart, which would reunite Carrol and him from there USC days. Though Leinart was a huge dissapointment in Arizona, I feel this could help jump start his career. The Seahawks have Mike Williams who seems poised to have another solid season, as long has someone can get him the ball. The winner in all this is Hasselback if he finds a new home. Maybe Cleveland? Him and Holmgren have a history, and I think McCoy would benefit from a veteran guy to learn from, and possibly watching for a season or two and being patient. But seriously this is a move I don't think makes the Seahawks better.
The Bengals won't Move Palmer
Bengals owner Mike Brown insist he won't trade Carson Palmer. Palmer who is tenured for four more years, wants out of Cincinnati, a team who has only had 2 winning seasons in the last 20 seasons.
According to Brown he won't trade Palmer because he see's it as a matter of Principle. He said 'Carson signed a contract. He made a commitment. He gave his word. We relied on his word. We relied on his commitment. We expected him to perform here. He's going to walk away from his commitment. We aren't going to reward him for doing it."
This is a prime examole of why the Bengals are in a horrible place as a franchise. Palmer could bring in draft pics, draft pics that you in return build towards your future. The Bengals are so far under the salary cap they can afford to throw some big money at any of the Quarterbacks out there. If the allow Palmer to just retire on a matter of 'principle' the franchise can expect another 5 years of loosing seasons. They are in no place to base decisions like this on principle! But that is why the are the Worst Franchise in all of sports!
Baltimore Ravens Free Agents
There is word that the ravens plan to release some fairly big name players that could help allot of NFL team. Names like Heap, McGahee, and Mason. All three are guys who will have an impact elsewhere. Mason had a strong second half of the season, I guess the expect Anquan Boldin to step up. Mason I think will end up in either Cincinnati, or possibly New York with the Jets. Both good fits, McGahee is kind of tricky there are a few suitors but with his injury proneness It is hard to tell who will want to step up and pay him. Ive heard from a few sources that the Miami Dolphins could be a strong possibility.
Now Todd Heap is the most interesting of all these guys. The past few season fans have been waiting for him to break out and it just really never happend. But Ive predicted he would finally have a break out year this year, but it looks like it will be else where. With Heap there will be allot of interest across the league, but don't be surprised if he stays in the division!
Now Todd Heap is the most interesting of all these guys. The past few season fans have been waiting for him to break out and it just really never happend. But Ive predicted he would finally have a break out year this year, but it looks like it will be else where. With Heap there will be allot of interest across the league, but don't be surprised if he stays in the division!
Monday, July 25, 2011
Let Free Agency Begin
Finally the NFL lockout is over and the NFL season is set to open. No more labor stoppage talk, no more focusing on the Billions of dollars the NFL generates or how it is divided.
So now with Free Agency set to begin, and camps ready to open, signings and trades are going to begin to pop off in an astounding way. Players are already behind, so teams will won't to sign players as quickly as possibly in order to get players into camp. I believe first and foremost though teams must get the Rookie draft picks signed and into camp, there really going to struggle early.
So the next few days we will do our best to keep our readers updated as signings and trades happen and a few times a day we will be posting a run down on all the moves and rumors that we get through our contacts. So stay tuned, the next 5-7 days promise's to be some of the most exciting day's in NFL Preseason history.
So now with Free Agency set to begin, and camps ready to open, signings and trades are going to begin to pop off in an astounding way. Players are already behind, so teams will won't to sign players as quickly as possibly in order to get players into camp. I believe first and foremost though teams must get the Rookie draft picks signed and into camp, there really going to struggle early.
So the next few days we will do our best to keep our readers updated as signings and trades happen and a few times a day we will be posting a run down on all the moves and rumors that we get through our contacts. So stay tuned, the next 5-7 days promise's to be some of the most exciting day's in NFL Preseason history.
Is Terrelle Pryor Eligible for the NFL Supplemental Draft?
It appears that former Ohio State Star Quarterback Terrelle Pryor may not be eligible for the NFL's supplemental Draft. In a Email sent to foxsports.com by NFL Spokeman Greg Aiello "It is for players whose circumstances have changed in an unforeseen way after the Draft. It is not a mechanism for silly bypassing the regular draft." He went on with some examples describing 'unforeseen' changes as players who were kicked off their college team, declared academically ineligible or graduated and then decided to leave school. So according to Aiello Pryor does not fit into those guidelines.
This comes as an end is in sight for the lockout and I'm sure is a huge blow to Pryors camp. But by no means is this a done deal. If the NFL rules on this I'm sure Pryor Agent Drew Rossenhouse will take it to court. The word unforeseen seems to fit Pryors circumstances to me. He had full intentions of returning to Ohio State this season, the heat just got to hot for him so he had to leave. I'm sure Pryor did not 'foresee' sports Illustrated reporting all his wrong doings to the world.
If Pryor isn't allowed into the Supplemental draft this seems all to familiar for Ohio State fans, of course I'm speaking of Maurice Clarett. Pryor could be a great NFL player and has way more talent then Clarett I think. Pryor can play Quarterback, Tightend, Reciever, or in a wild cat setting. He has great size, 6'6 230 pounds, and a cannon for an arm. So regardless when he is allowed into the league he will get a chance to start at some point, I just hope it is this season.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Top 10 NFL Players
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| This maybe his last real chance for another ring |
- Tom Brady
- Peyton Manning
- Aaron Rodgers
- Troy Polamalu
- Chris Johnson
- Drew Brees
- Ben Roethlisberger
- Andre Johnson
- Demarcus Ware
- Clay Matthews
There is a case to be made that Troy Polamalu is the most important player in the league. The difference in the Steelers Defense when he plays is drastic. When he is in the line up there a top 4 Defense in the league, when he is out, they give up big plays and big yards last season was a testiment to how truely valuable he is.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Top NFL Quarterbacks
Top NFL Quarterbacks
1.) Tom Brady
2.) Peyton Manning
3.) Aaron Rodgers
4.) Drew Brees
5.) Ben Roethlisberger
6.) Matt Ryan
7.) Eli Manning
8.) Michael Vick
9.) Phillip Rivers
10) Joe Flacco
1.) Tom Brady
2.) Peyton Manning
3.) Aaron Rodgers
4.) Drew Brees
5.) Ben Roethlisberger
6.) Matt Ryan
7.) Eli Manning
8.) Michael Vick
9.) Phillip Rivers
10) Joe Flacco
Assistants On The Rise
Assistants on the Rise
1.) Rob Ryan, Cowboys
2.) Brian Schottenheimer, Jets
3.) Perry Fewell, Giants
4.) Greg Olson, Buccaneers
5.) Bill O'Brien, Patroits
6.) Ron Chudzinski, Panthers
7.) Russ Grimm, Cardinals
8.) Derren Perry, Packers
9.) Winston Moss, Packers
10) Dirk Koetter, Jaguars
1.) Rob Ryan, Cowboys
2.) Brian Schottenheimer, Jets
3.) Perry Fewell, Giants
4.) Greg Olson, Buccaneers
5.) Bill O'Brien, Patroits
6.) Ron Chudzinski, Panthers
7.) Russ Grimm, Cardinals
8.) Derren Perry, Packers
9.) Winston Moss, Packers
10) Dirk Koetter, Jaguars
Top 10 NFL Running Backs
Top 10 Running Backs
1.) Adrian Petterson
2.) Chris Johnson
3.) Maurice Jones-Drew
4.) Jamaal Charles
5.) Arian Foster
6.) Ray Rice
7.) Rashard Mendenhall
8.) Steven Jackson
9.) Darren Mcafadden
10) Frank Gore
1.) Adrian Petterson
2.) Chris Johnson
3.) Maurice Jones-Drew
4.) Jamaal Charles
5.) Arian Foster
6.) Ray Rice
7.) Rashard Mendenhall
8.) Steven Jackson
9.) Darren Mcafadden
10) Frank Gore
Top 10 NFL Recievers
Top NFL Recievers
1.) Andre Johnson
2.) Calvin Johnson
3.) Roddy White
4.) Larry Fitzgerald
5.) Greg Jennings
6.) DeSean Jackson
7.) Reggie Wayne
8.) Brandon Lloyd
9.) Dwayne Bowe
10) Brandon Marshall
1.) Andre Johnson
2.) Calvin Johnson
3.) Roddy White
4.) Larry Fitzgerald
5.) Greg Jennings
6.) DeSean Jackson
7.) Reggie Wayne
8.) Brandon Lloyd
9.) Dwayne Bowe
10) Brandon Marshall
Top 10 NFL Tight Ends
Top 10 Tight Ends
1.) Antonio Gates
2.) Vernon Davis
3.) Jason Witten
4.) Dallas Clark
5.) Kellen Winslow
6.) Tony Gonzalez
7.) Marcedes Lewis
8.) Brandon Pettigrew
9.) Zachary Miller
10) Jermichael Finley
1.) Antonio Gates
2.) Vernon Davis
3.) Jason Witten
4.) Dallas Clark
5.) Kellen Winslow
6.) Tony Gonzalez
7.) Marcedes Lewis
8.) Brandon Pettigrew
9.) Zachary Miller
10) Jermichael Finley
Top Left Tackles
Top NFL Left Tackles
1.) Joe Thomas
2.) Jake Long
3.) D'Brickashaw Ferguson
4.) Ryan Clady
5.) Michael Roos
6.) Jordan Gross
7.) Chad Clifton
8.) Matt Light
9.) Jason Petters
10) Marcus McNeill
1.) Joe Thomas
2.) Jake Long
3.) D'Brickashaw Ferguson
4.) Ryan Clady
5.) Michael Roos
6.) Jordan Gross
7.) Chad Clifton
8.) Matt Light
9.) Jason Petters
10) Marcus McNeill
Top NFL Offensive Players
Top Offensive Players
1.) Adrian Petterson
2.) Andre Johnson
3.) Chris Johnson
4.) Calvin Johnson
5.) Maurice Jones-Drew
6.) Roddy White
7.) Arian Foster
8.) Larry Fitzgerald
9.) Jamaal Charles
10) DeSean Jackson
2.) Andre Johnson
3.) Chris Johnson
4.) Calvin Johnson
5.) Maurice Jones-Drew
6.) Roddy White
7.) Arian Foster
8.) Larry Fitzgerald
9.) Jamaal Charles
10) DeSean Jackson
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Best Home Field Advantage in the NFL
- Lambeau Field
- Soldier Field
- Heinz Field
- Superdome
- Arrowhead Stadium
- Oakland Coliseum
- Gillette Stadium
- Qwest Field
- Metrodome
- Invesco at Mile High
Top NFL Coaches
- Bill Belichick
- Mike McCarthy
- Mike Tomlin
- Andy Reid
- Rex Ryan
- Lovie Smith
- Sean Payton
- John Harbaugh
- Jim Caldwell
- Tom Coughlin
Top NFL Cornerbacks
- Nnamdi Assomugha
- Charles Woodson
- Derrelle Revis
- Asante Samuel
- Tramon Williams
- Antoine Winfield
- Champ Bailey
- Antonio Cromartie
- Leon Hall
- Cortland Finnegan
Top NFL Linebackers
- DeMarcus Wall
- Clay Matthews
- Patrick Willis
- Ray Lewis
- James Harrison
- Jerod Mayo
- Jon Beason
- LaMarr Woodley
- Brian Urlacher
- Terrell Suggs
Top Pass Rushers
- Jared Allen
- DeMarcus Ware
- Clay Matthews
- Dwight Freeney
- John Abraham
- Mario Williams
- Robert Mathis
- Julius Peppers
- LaMarr Woodley
- Tamba Hall
Top NFL Safties
- Troy Polamalu
- Ed Reed
- Eric Berry
- Nick Collins
- Adrian Wilson
- Antrel Rolle
- Malcom Jenkins
- LaRon Landry
- Eric Weddle
- Michael Griffin
Top 10 NFL Defensive Players
Top Defensive NFL Players
- Troy Polamalu
- Clay Matthews
- DeMarcus Ware
- Nnamdi Assmugha
- Derrelle Revis
- Julius Peppers
- Ndamukong Suh
- Charles Woodson
- Patrick Willis
- James Harrison
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
2011 AFC Divisional Predictions
The AFC is still the powerhouse Conference. The AFC East North and West each have a couple teams that could contend this season. The pending free agency will decide allot and most likely change all this.
AFC EAST
Winner: New England Patriots, The Pats had another solid draft this year, and may attract a few free agents as well. There are league officials that have told us that they may have interest in bringing Randy Moss back. They may not go 14-2 again but they will take the division.
Runner up: New York Jets, Reciever is a concern this season, they may not be able to resign Edwards. Plaxico has been linked to the Jets but who knows.
Buffalo Bills, Miami fans will be disappointed, but an improved Bills team will knock Them to last in the Division.
Miami Dolphins, So many questions, Brandon Marshall really didn't pan out either.
AFC WEST
Winner: San Diego Chargers, Oakland went undefeated in this division last year yet missed they playoffs, the chargers who also missed the playoffs last season are finally going to get over that hump. Malcom Floyd and a Franchise Taged Vincent Jackson will tear up secondaries this season.
Runner up: Kansas City Chiefs, great backfield, good young quaterback and good receivers. They will continue to improve, there close to a few year run of dominance.
Oakland Raiders, Will Darren McFadden stay healthy? Will gradkowski be back? Too many questions.
Denver Broncos, not sure Tebow taking Orton's place was fair after the numbers Orton produced last season. Brandon Lloyd will continue to produce but too few play makers.
AFC SOUTH
Winner: Indianapolis Colts, though we believe Houston will hold it together all season for a change, We expect one more big Peyton Manning year.
Runner up: Houston Texans, they wont fall apart in the second half this year.
Jacksonville Jaguars, Maurice Jones-Drew can't do it all.
Tennessee Tittans, Nothing much to point out here.
AFC NORTH
Winner: Pittsburgh Steelers, this is the most competitive division in Football, the Steelers and Ravens will battle though for the top spot.
Runner up: Baltimore Ravens, this could be the season that Flacco and Rice get this Offense putting up big numbers.
Cleveland Browns, though the browns won't get into the playoffs this season, it will be a promising season for them. Honestly if they get a few breaks this year they oils knock the ravens out which would be great for browns fans.
Cincinnati Bengals, so many question marks on this squad. It willbe years til they make the playoffs again.
Wild Cards
Kansas City af Baltimore
Team just Left Out
New York Jets, Houston Texans, Cleveland Browns
AFC EAST
Winner: New England Patriots, The Pats had another solid draft this year, and may attract a few free agents as well. There are league officials that have told us that they may have interest in bringing Randy Moss back. They may not go 14-2 again but they will take the division.
Runner up: New York Jets, Reciever is a concern this season, they may not be able to resign Edwards. Plaxico has been linked to the Jets but who knows.
Buffalo Bills, Miami fans will be disappointed, but an improved Bills team will knock Them to last in the Division.
Miami Dolphins, So many questions, Brandon Marshall really didn't pan out either.
AFC WEST
Winner: San Diego Chargers, Oakland went undefeated in this division last year yet missed they playoffs, the chargers who also missed the playoffs last season are finally going to get over that hump. Malcom Floyd and a Franchise Taged Vincent Jackson will tear up secondaries this season.
Runner up: Kansas City Chiefs, great backfield, good young quaterback and good receivers. They will continue to improve, there close to a few year run of dominance.
Oakland Raiders, Will Darren McFadden stay healthy? Will gradkowski be back? Too many questions.
Denver Broncos, not sure Tebow taking Orton's place was fair after the numbers Orton produced last season. Brandon Lloyd will continue to produce but too few play makers.
AFC SOUTH
Winner: Indianapolis Colts, though we believe Houston will hold it together all season for a change, We expect one more big Peyton Manning year.
Runner up: Houston Texans, they wont fall apart in the second half this year.
Jacksonville Jaguars, Maurice Jones-Drew can't do it all.
Tennessee Tittans, Nothing much to point out here.
AFC NORTH
Winner: Pittsburgh Steelers, this is the most competitive division in Football, the Steelers and Ravens will battle though for the top spot.
Runner up: Baltimore Ravens, this could be the season that Flacco and Rice get this Offense putting up big numbers.
Cleveland Browns, though the browns won't get into the playoffs this season, it will be a promising season for them. Honestly if they get a few breaks this year they oils knock the ravens out which would be great for browns fans.
Cincinnati Bengals, so many question marks on this squad. It willbe years til they make the playoffs again.
Wild Cards
Kansas City af Baltimore
Team just Left Out
New York Jets, Houston Texans, Cleveland Browns
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
2011 NFC Divisional Predictions
The NFC has 4 teams that we believe are truly contenders for the Conference. The more news we hear coming out of Atlanta the more we like the Falcons, it really sounds like the camps the players have been running has went well especially for Julio Jones. So here is our NFC divisional Predictions and Wild Card predictions.
NFC EAST
Winner: New York Giants, they drafted well this year, and though we feel Philly is more
talented, can Vick stay health for 16 games? That could possibly be the deciding factor.
Runner Up: Philadelphia Eagles, there is no doubt they are talented, but what happend if Kolb is gone and Vick is injured?
Dallas Cowboys, Miles Austin And Dez Bryant are talented, but there running game isn't all that impressive, and Tony Romo isnt that great!
Washington Redskins, not much to say here there bad.
NFC NORTH
Winner: Green Bay Packers, they didn't win the division last year, but the Bears aren't going to get so lucky this season.
Runner up: Chicago Bears, and we think barely taking 2nd over the Lions by the way.
Detroit Lions, Lions fans are excited for this season and they should be things are looking up.
Minnesota Vikings, Adrain Peterson is great but unless he can run for 4,000 yards don't expect more than 6-7 wins this year.
NFC SOUTH
Winner: New Orlean Saints, there Running game will be much improved, but they will have a fight with the Falcons for the top spot.
Runner Up: Atlanta Falcons, Julio Jones Sounds like he is having great work outs, this could be a crazy receiver group. Matt Ryan maybe the luckiest QB in the league.
Tampa Bay, like the Lions there fan base is very excited for this season, but they aren't a playoff team just yet.
Carolina Panthers, another rough season is set for these guys.
NFC WEST
Winner: St. louis Rams, Sam Bradford has weapons including Stephen Jackson, they will benefit from a poor league.
Runner Up: San Fransisco 49ers, we've gone back and forth on SF and Seattle being runners up, but who ever it is it won't matter St Louis will be the only team in this division with a winning record.
Seattle Seahawks, there are so many questions that need to be answered about these guys.
Arizon Cardinals, Larry Fitzgerald can't pass and catch so there in trouble!
WILD CARDS
Philadelphia EAGLES and the Atlanta Falcons
Left out
Chicago bears, Tampa Bay, Detroit Lions
Are playoff winners will come tomorrow.
NFC EAST
Winner: New York Giants, they drafted well this year, and though we feel Philly is more
talented, can Vick stay health for 16 games? That could possibly be the deciding factor.
Runner Up: Philadelphia Eagles, there is no doubt they are talented, but what happend if Kolb is gone and Vick is injured?
Dallas Cowboys, Miles Austin And Dez Bryant are talented, but there running game isn't all that impressive, and Tony Romo isnt that great!
Washington Redskins, not much to say here there bad.
NFC NORTH
Winner: Green Bay Packers, they didn't win the division last year, but the Bears aren't going to get so lucky this season.
Runner up: Chicago Bears, and we think barely taking 2nd over the Lions by the way.
Detroit Lions, Lions fans are excited for this season and they should be things are looking up.
Minnesota Vikings, Adrain Peterson is great but unless he can run for 4,000 yards don't expect more than 6-7 wins this year.
NFC SOUTH
Winner: New Orlean Saints, there Running game will be much improved, but they will have a fight with the Falcons for the top spot.
Runner Up: Atlanta Falcons, Julio Jones Sounds like he is having great work outs, this could be a crazy receiver group. Matt Ryan maybe the luckiest QB in the league.
Tampa Bay, like the Lions there fan base is very excited for this season, but they aren't a playoff team just yet.
Carolina Panthers, another rough season is set for these guys.
NFC WEST
Winner: St. louis Rams, Sam Bradford has weapons including Stephen Jackson, they will benefit from a poor league.
Runner Up: San Fransisco 49ers, we've gone back and forth on SF and Seattle being runners up, but who ever it is it won't matter St Louis will be the only team in this division with a winning record.
Seattle Seahawks, there are so many questions that need to be answered about these guys.
Arizon Cardinals, Larry Fitzgerald can't pass and catch so there in trouble!
WILD CARDS
Philadelphia EAGLES and the Atlanta Falcons
Left out
Chicago bears, Tampa Bay, Detroit Lions
Are playoff winners will come tomorrow.
The Best of the NFL
Starting this evening we will be posting our Best of the NFL. We will be Breaking down each Division team by team. We will be releasing power Rankings on the best Linebackers, Pass Rushers, Safties, Corner backs, and the Twelth man which Stadiums give the best home field advantage. We will also list all the top up and coming assistants out there, who will be filling in the next round of voids. It is basically a pre-season know all that we like to call A Summer NFL Frenzy.
Who will win the NFC? The more we look at those Atlanta Falcons the more we like them, so be sure to check back and let us know your thoughts.
Who will win the NFC? The more we look at those Atlanta Falcons the more we like them, so be sure to check back and let us know your thoughts.
Fantasy Sleepers 2011
Every year there are guys who fly into the drafts under the radar, some known and some unknown. Here are some skill position guys we expect to be big fantasy guys this season.
Josh Freeman, Quarterback, TB, this guys made big plays last year and he is surrounded by targets and play makers.
Mark Sanchez, Quarterback, NYJ, possibly throwing to Plaxico this year, expect him to continue to progress. He makes smart plays.
Roy Helu, RB, Wash, the rookie Runningback is set to be in a Runningback by committee with Ryan Torain, Torain can't stay healthy so expect good production.
Mikel LeShoure, RB, Det, another rookie splitting time, the Lions have Jahvid Best who is a big play maker but LeShoure could be the teams work horse.
Jonnathon Stewart, RB, Carolina, DeAngelo Williams is expected to be gone, so he will be the premier Runningback.
Julio Jones, Wr, ATL, Atlanta gave up 4 draft pics to move up and grab this guy. With Roddy white and Tony Gonzalez ATL will be putting the ball in the air. Jones is 6-3 220 pounds and physical he is going to be a monster!
Greg Little, Wr, Cle, he is expected by people with in the organization to become McCoys go to guy.
Mike Thomas, Wr, Jax, in his second year he became Garrards go to guy, this season expect much of the same with improvements.
Jacoby Ford, Wr, Oakland, Ford is just explosive, he will score you points as a reciever and a return man.
Josh Freeman, Quarterback, TB, this guys made big plays last year and he is surrounded by targets and play makers.
Mark Sanchez, Quarterback, NYJ, possibly throwing to Plaxico this year, expect him to continue to progress. He makes smart plays.
Roy Helu, RB, Wash, the rookie Runningback is set to be in a Runningback by committee with Ryan Torain, Torain can't stay healthy so expect good production.
Mikel LeShoure, RB, Det, another rookie splitting time, the Lions have Jahvid Best who is a big play maker but LeShoure could be the teams work horse.
Jonnathon Stewart, RB, Carolina, DeAngelo Williams is expected to be gone, so he will be the premier Runningback.
Julio Jones, Wr, ATL, Atlanta gave up 4 draft pics to move up and grab this guy. With Roddy white and Tony Gonzalez ATL will be putting the ball in the air. Jones is 6-3 220 pounds and physical he is going to be a monster!
Greg Little, Wr, Cle, he is expected by people with in the organization to become McCoys go to guy.
Mike Thomas, Wr, Jax, in his second year he became Garrards go to guy, this season expect much of the same with improvements.
Jacoby Ford, Wr, Oakland, Ford is just explosive, he will score you points as a reciever and a return man.
Monday, July 18, 2011
2011 Compiled NFL Power Rankings
Here is our compiled rankings, there are a few differences, mainly the Falcons. So here you go.
1.) Green Bay Packers, clear NFC favorite.
2.) New England Patriots, kicked out of last season playoffs early after a 14-2 start expect a hungry Patroits. Tom Brady is just coming into his prime, which is a scary thought.
3.) New Orleans Saints, they addressed there running game by taking Alabama's Mark Ingram in the draft.
4.) New York Jets, Defensive Line has improved drastically.
5.) Indianapolis Colts, the Need Austin Collie to stay healthy, they addressed there offensive line concerns, oh yea they have Peyton Manning too.
6.) Pittsburgh Steelers, they do have serious offensive line concerns, but they are deep in defense.
7.) Philadelphia Eagles, all rides on Vick staying healthy.
8.) Atlanta Falcons, think about this Matt Ryan not only has Roddy White, but he now has Julio Jones too.
9.) New York Giants, won 10 games last season and missed the playoffs, expect them to be competting for a divisional tittle.
10) San Diego Chargers, top offense in the league they have weapons every where.
11) Chicago Bears, drafting Gabe Carimi will help the offensive line greatly.
12) Kansas City Cheifs, great running game, and up and coming receivers and QB.
13) Baltimore Ravens, Solid Defense, and they have play makers all around Flacco who is solid and keeps improving
14) Tampa Bay Bucaneer, Josh Freeman looks poised to take the Bucs back to the playoffs.
15) Houston Texans, they seem to fall apart every season, but Arian Foster and Andre Johnson are top Tier guys.
16) Dallas Cowboys
17) St. Louis Rams
18) Detroit Lions
19) Miami Dolphins
20) Cleveland Browns
21) Oakland Raiders
22) Jacksonville Jaguars
23) Seattle Seahawks
24) Minnesota Vikings
25) SanFransisco 49ers
26) Tennessee Titans
27) Denver Broncos
28) Buffalo Bills
29) Arizona Cardinals
30) Carolina Panthers
31) Cincinnati Bengals
32) Washington Redskins
NFL Free Agency Teams to Set Market Value
News that NFL owner's and players have agreed to a 3 day grace period at the start of Free Agency, for teams to have first go at there own players. What that means is with in the first 3 days of free agency the market value will be set. Will teams allow inflated contracts in order to resign guys?
Hopefully NFL owners have some sort of mutual agreement in place that they won't over pay guys. Now allot of players will test the free agency waters no doubt, but once a defensive lineman gets a $60 million dollar deal the chips are in place for the rest of them. Let's hope that GM's aren't spending money like it is last years free agent class.
This class will set a market price from here on out, atleast till then end of the new 10 year CBA agreement. So let's hope they start off right so there not in a hole year 1 of the new agreement.
Hopefully NFL owners have some sort of mutual agreement in place that they won't over pay guys. Now allot of players will test the free agency waters no doubt, but once a defensive lineman gets a $60 million dollar deal the chips are in place for the rest of them. Let's hope that GM's aren't spending money like it is last years free agent class.
This class will set a market price from here on out, atleast till then end of the new 10 year CBA agreement. So let's hope they start off right so there not in a hole year 1 of the new agreement.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Cedric Benson Adds to Cincinnati's Team Rap Sheet
Ok so technically Cedric Benson is a free agent and not technically a Bengal. But for all purposes here we will just say he is. The arrest came in his home state of Texas, and this was the second consecutive year being arrested while he was home. What a disaster for Benson who by all accounts is wanting to resign with the Bengals. Of course then again will this actually help his case? It seems Cincinnati is getting State funded and or grants in the employee a felon program. So were if Benson wanted to be a let's say Patroit it may hurt his chances but not in Cincinnati, or for 3/4 of the AFC East either.
Either way, if he is or isn't a Bengal next year will not effect there record. But his rap sheet certainly will effect the Bengals street cred!
Email questions to mryans@yahoo.com
Either way, if he is or isn't a Bengal next year will not effect there record. But his rap sheet certainly will effect the Bengals street cred!
Email questions to mryans@yahoo.com
Can Randy Moss Still Produce
A year ago who would of ever thought how far he would fall in a list of active guys. He started the season fairly well, and before New England traded him he had a few bad games. Now when he was traded right before New England's bye week and Minnesota already had theirs I stated that somewhere down the line that was going to cause a serious problem. Well I'm not sure that had anything to do with it, from the time he landed back into Minnesota things went bad. Moss don't forget is already a hall of fame player, and you would think had 2-4 more years of production in him.
Now as far has his time with the Titans go, Jeff Fisher just seemed not to like Randy. You cannot tell me that Kenny Britt is now or will ever be has good has Moss. I think Fisher felt management brought in a guy that he didn't want so he went out of his way not to play him. Also with a guy like Vince Young who seems like a fragile guy, Moss could of very easily been a destructive force that may of brought Young to another breaking point.
Do I think Randy Moss still has productive value in him, Yes! honestly if he gets his head right, and ends up in St. Louis, or as a Jet, he could have the chance to put up top 15 Wide out numbers. He says he is in shape, and from people I know who played with him at Marshall, and who are still in contact with him, last years struggles seemed to humble him. If that is the case he could actually have a desire to succeed, and Randy Moss with any dedication is a top 5 receiver of all time! Also it depends where he plays. There is some talk that Leslie Frazier actually maybe interested him Moss making another comeback to the Vikings. This would be the worst fit for Moss, the Viks don't have anyone who can throw a good out route, let alone a good deep ball Moss thrives off of.
All our Fantasy Rankings are currently early or preseason rankings, between free agency hold outs and finding out what kind of shape players are in, these rankings are sure too change, and probably a few times.
If word was too come out Monday that Randy Moss worked with a strength and conditioning coach all off season and that he is in incrediable shape and running great routes, I would immediately re work our Wide Out list. But if I had to answer you right now, Moss isn't worth anything earlier than your last or next to last pick.
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
Is Johnny Damon a Hall of Famer?
When we think of Johnny Damon, now of the Tampa Bay Rays, I'm not sure many people think of a future hall of famer. Well we have a few stats to prove that he most certainly is a hall of fame caliber player.
Damon broke into the big leagues at the age of 21 on August 12, 1995 as a Kansas City Royal. Since he has played for them, Oakland, Boston, New York Yankees, Detroit, and now Tampa Bay. Damon currently has 2,665 hits, so he has a great chance to get to 3,000 if he plays a few more years. Currently he ranks 68th in MLB history for all time hits. Which seems to be a good possibility since he still enjoys it and everyone says he is in great shape. Damon has 501 doubles which ranks him 50th in MLB history 1 behind Andre Dawson. He has 1088 RBI's and 224 home runs.
Damon was a big part of the Boston Redsox 2004 world series, and there ALCS 3-1 come back against the Yankees. Then again in 2009 as part of the New York Yankees he again was a big part of a World Series Championship, and in my opinion he should of been series MVP. Don't forget he was the 2004 Sports Illustrated sports man of the year.
One thing is sure Damon who is now 37, and will be 38 later this year, will increase all of his numbers. I believe that he is a Hall of Famer right now, let alone when he retires. Do you agree?
Fantasy Football Factor
With The lockout coming to an end, everything will begin to more quick. From free agents possibly changing the landscape, to training camps and preseason games. That mean it is time to begin to prepare for you fantasy football leagues. We have inDepth fantasy coverage that our readers can depend on! We want to make it as easy as possibly for readers to obtain all information they need. We attempted to make a published page from this blog in hopes we could put multiple post on it, but it is not possible.
So that is the reason for this post, we went some reader feedback. Would it be easier for readers if we started a second blog, dedicated to 100% to fantasy football? Or is it ok how it is now? Since we post on not only fantasy news, but sporting news, it seems some of our fantasy football rankings and columns get lost in the archive. So we would really appreciate some feedback. So everyone knows you do not need to be a member you can post anonymously no login required.
Our goal on the fantasy side is too help everyone from seasoned players to newcomers to the fantasy world. We will be doing weekly rankings, start or sit columns, players to add or drop, and everything people need to know to be successful at running a fantasy football team. So please let us know what you think is the best option.
So that is the reason for this post, we went some reader feedback. Would it be easier for readers if we started a second blog, dedicated to 100% to fantasy football? Or is it ok how it is now? Since we post on not only fantasy news, but sporting news, it seems some of our fantasy football rankings and columns get lost in the archive. So we would really appreciate some feedback. So everyone knows you do not need to be a member you can post anonymously no login required.
Our goal on the fantasy side is too help everyone from seasoned players to newcomers to the fantasy world. We will be doing weekly rankings, start or sit columns, players to add or drop, and everything people need to know to be successful at running a fantasy football team. So please let us know what you think is the best option.
Deron Williams Signs Deal With Turkish Team
Deron Williams has signed a 1 year $5million deal to play with Beskitas next season, if there is no NBA. This is the same team that Allen Iverson played with last season. This is a concern I have had for over a year, that NBA players will take there talents over seas of time is missed. He certainly isn't the only player that will do this, these players only have so many years to play before the game passes them by. But what happens if guys get hurt over there? Teams will more than likely be taking players through arbitration wanting some money back no doubt.
Something else to keep in mind is if more big named guys decide to follow Williams it could put pressure on NBA owners to give in on something's they want changed. It could even possibly bring the decision to stay the lock out in which case they would 'work' through negotiations. That would be a horrible option, with how far apart the two sides are if the worked through the labor talks, they could play 50 plus games and then end up where we are now no NBA. The best thing for the NBA is to get all their issues worked out before there is anymore games played.
The fact is this lock out is going to last longer than anyone wants. The chances of there being any games for the upcoming season is about 20% we think. Unless something drastically changes atleast. So I guess only time will tell if Deron Williams will be playing with and or against any of his NBA counterparts, but I believe he will play with numerous.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Fantasy football top 200 rankings
Our top 200 is a composite of Mike Ryans, Steven R Clark's, and my combined. We sat down debated, compromised, example Michael Turner in the top 15, and we came up with the top 200 for the upcoming NFL fantasy season. The three of us have years of experience, competitive league wins, and contacts in the world of sports. Soon you will be introduced more with Mike and Steven, and also soon all our list will be available in a PDF printable file. A big decision was to rank Michael Vick at 12, allot of back and forth went into it, but the one thing we all can agree on is his style of play is almost a guarantee for missed time.
- Adrian Petterson RB
- Arian Foster RB
- Chris Johnson RB
- Jamaal Charles RB
- Maurice Jones-Drew RB
- Aaron Rodgers QB
- Ray Rice RB
- LeSean McCoy RB
- Rashard Mendenhall RB
- Andre Johnson WR
- Darren McFadden RB
- Michael Vick QB
- Roddy White WR
- Frank Gore RB
- Michael Turner RB
- Steven Jackson RB
- Drew Brees QB
- Peyton Manning QB
- Calvin Johnson WR
- Tom Brady QB
- Matt Forte RB
- Phillip Rivers QB
- Greg Jennings WR
- Hakeem Nicks WR
- Ryan Mathews RB
- Peyton Hillis RB
- Legarrette Blount RB
- Reggie Wayne WR
- Knowshon Moreno RB
- Shonn Green RB
- Dwayne Bowe WR
- Jonathon Stewart RB
- Mike Wallace WR
- Larry Fitzgerald WR
- Miles Austin WR
- DeSean Jackson WR
- Antonio Gates TE
- Ahmad Bradshaw RB
- Cedric Benson RB
- Tony Romo QB
- Vincent Jackson WR
- Mike Williams WR (TB)
- Dallas Clark TE
- Jeremy Maclin WR
- Matt Schaub QB
- Steve Johnson WR
- Vernon Davis TE
- Matt Ryan QB
- Jason Witten TE
- Wes Welker WR
- Marques Colston WR
- Ryan Grant RB
- Ben Rothlisberger QB
- Santonio Holmes WR
- BenJarvus Green-Ellis RB
- DeAngelo Williams RB
- Daniel Thomas RB
- Brandon Lloyd WR
- Fred Jackson RB
- Felix Jones RB
- Jahvid Best RB
- Dez Bryant WR
- Jermichael Finley TE
- Josh Freeman QB
- Percy Harvin WR
- Joseph Addai RB
- Joe Flacco QB
- Anquan Boldin WR
- Marshawn Lynch RB
- Sidney Rice WR
- Eli Manning QB
- Mark Ingram RB
- Matthew Stafford QB
- Jay Cutler QB
- Santana Moss WR
- Steve Smith WR (NYG)
- Ryan Torain RB
- Sam Bradford QB
- Brandon Marshall WR
- Johnny Knox WR
- Mike Tolbert RB
- Mike WIlliams WR (sea)
- Malcom Floyd WR
- Pierre Thomas RB
- Steve Smith WR (car)
- Brandon Jacobs RB
- Mario Manningham WR
- Chris Cooley TE
- Matt Cassel QB
- Brandon Pettigrew TE
- Ronnie Brown RB
- Marcedes Lewis TE
- James Starks RB
- Zach Miller TE
- C.J. Spiller RB
- Braylon Edwards WR
- Tony Gonzalez TE
- LaDainian Tomlinson RB
- Michael Bush RB
- Chris 'beanie' Wells RB
- Owen Daniels TE
- Mikel Leshoure RB
- Kellen Winslow TE
- Kenny Britt WR
- Aj Green WR
- Austin Collie WR
- Mike Thomas WR
- Mark Clayton WR
- Jermain Gresham TE
- Thomas Jones RB
- Danny Woodhead RD
- Jordy Nelson RD
- Mark Sanchez QB
- Jerome Simpson WR
- Dustin Keller TE
- Lance Moore WR
- Pittsburgh DEF
- Rey Helu RB
- Hines Ward WR
- Ryan Williams RB
- Tim Tebow QB
- Julio Jones WR
- Derrick Mason WR
- Jimmy Graham TE
- Donald Brown RB
- Green Bay DEF
- David Garrard QB
- Rob Gronkowski TE
- Donovan McNabb QB
- DeMario Murray RB
- Aaron Hernandez TE
- NYJ DEF
- Montario Hardesty RB
- Tim Hightower RB
- Reggie Bush RB
- Brent Celek TE
- Ryan Fitzpatrick QB
- Chad Ochocinco WR
- Willis Mcgahee RB
- Chi Bears DEF
- James Jones WR
- Ben Tate RB
- Steve Breaston WR
- Davone Bess WR
- Mike Sims-Walker
- Randy Moss WR
- Jacoby Ford WR
- Nate Burleson WR
- Lee Evans WR
- Robert Meachem WR
- Mike Goodson RB
- Baltimore DEF
- NYG DEF
- PHI DEF
- Kevin Kolb QB
- Danny Amendola WR
- Kyle Orton QB
- Ben Watson TE
- Anthony Armstrong WR
- Jason Campbell QB
- Tony Moeaki TE
- Donald Driver WR
- New England DEF
- Justin Forsett RB
- Bernard Scott RB
- Rashard Jennings RB
- Tashard Choice RB
- Jason Snelling RB
- SD DEF
- Devin Hester WR
- Arrelious Benn WR
- Louis Murphey WR
- Terrell Owens WR
- Heath Miller TE
- Emmanuel Sanders WR
- Greg Olsen TE
- Cadilac Williams RB
- David Gettis WR
- Danario Alexander WR
- Alex Smith QB
- Plaxico Burress WR
- Dal DEF
- Jordan Shipley WR
- Chad Henne QB
- Chester Taylor RB
- ATL DEF
- Matt Hasselbeck QB
- Carson Palmer QB
- Nate Washington WR
- DET DEF
- Cam Newton QB
- Chris Ivory RB
- Brandon Tate WR
- Jabar Gaffney WR
- Roy Williams WR
- Josh Morgan WR
- Legedu Naanee WR
- Kevin Walter WR
- Jeremy Shockey TE
- Jacoby Jones WR
NFL Free Agent Frenzy
The upcoming NFL Free Agency period is going to be one of the most exciting, news breaking times in NFL history. No matter if there are the 500 free agents or not we know that at very least 4 year tenured players will be free agents and that is something like 120 players. The balance of power could sway dramatically during this period. A middle of the road team could become a contender. Think about it some teams that are currently favorites could loose 20+ key guys and fall apart.
A few teams that are on the brink could benifit the most here, teams like the Detroit Lions, the Cleveland Browns, and the St Louis Rams. With so many skilled position players set to be free agents it is almost impossible to predict what will happen. Espn and the NFL network will be working overtime for sure. Free Agency is normally a very interesting time in the NFL anyway, and that is in 4-5 months. So just think of how much fun it is going to be to watch this all work out in a matter of weeks. It is already the middle of July and once an agreement is made they will want to get the players into camp quick so it will happen fast.
With the flood of free agents though the one person it will effect negatively is the players. With the amount of free agent there won't be monster deals, so there could be some big name guys holding out hoping for a Multiple year big money contract. Honestly I don't believe there will be too many of those this year.
A few teams that are on the brink could benifit the most here, teams like the Detroit Lions, the Cleveland Browns, and the St Louis Rams. With so many skilled position players set to be free agents it is almost impossible to predict what will happen. Espn and the NFL network will be working overtime for sure. Free Agency is normally a very interesting time in the NFL anyway, and that is in 4-5 months. So just think of how much fun it is going to be to watch this all work out in a matter of weeks. It is already the middle of July and once an agreement is made they will want to get the players into camp quick so it will happen fast.
With the flood of free agents though the one person it will effect negatively is the players. With the amount of free agent there won't be monster deals, so there could be some big name guys holding out hoping for a Multiple year big money contract. Honestly I don't believe there will be too many of those this year.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Rookie pay scale agreement
The rookie pay scale was thought to be the issue that would hold up the lock out. Breaking new's from ESPN's Adam Schefter is that an agreement on this issue has been agreed upon by both sides today. No detail have been made, but you can be sure that they won't make the type of money today vets made. Someone said today that the owners and players, are going to set back the next generations pay scale to Cover up the ignorance of this generations players? Possibly some truth to that statement!
Steroid's in Baseball
Steroid's in Major League Basball seemed more like a which hunt or a communist trial in the middle of last century. While MLB's probe into steroid's was needed the federal government's 'probe' was a witch hunt. They spent 10's of millions of dollars on hearings, and trials, all for re elections. As if the hearings weren't bad enough, putting these guys up for perjury trials is absurd. Asking these guys to say there guilt was an injustice that should of been stopped, and hopefully Roger Clemons doesn't get tried again!
Simple fact is there is a separation in government and sports for a reason, otherwise George Bush could of owned the Rangers and ran the country. Simply put this is a crime and a waste of tax payer money! In a time of economic hardship you would think Senator's of all people would focus on important matters! While steroids are illegal all the major sports has had there time with them being in heavy use, it shouldn't take away from the amazing feats we seem during these times. Though some feats may have been enhanced, they all were great athletes that have left us with amazing memories that will now be tainted. The government needs to focus on health care and leave sports to people who truely care about them!
Simple fact is there is a separation in government and sports for a reason, otherwise George Bush could of owned the Rangers and ran the country. Simply put this is a crime and a waste of tax payer money! In a time of economic hardship you would think Senator's of all people would focus on important matters! While steroids are illegal all the major sports has had there time with them being in heavy use, it shouldn't take away from the amazing feats we seem during these times. Though some feats may have been enhanced, they all were great athletes that have left us with amazing memories that will now be tainted. The government needs to focus on health care and leave sports to people who truely care about them!
Top 200 fantasy football rankings
Later today we will be releasing our top 200 fantasy rankings. All 3 of our fantasy guys sat down and compiled this list, you will be introduced to them later in the week. This will also be available in a PDF file to print and take to your draft with you. So check back tonite. You may think it is early but what people need to realize is there will be am agreement soon, and once that agreement is reached everything is goof to move extremely fast!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
James Harrison rips Roger Goodell
'stupid' 'puppet' dictator' finished out his description of Roger Goodell.
Now Harrison has plenty of history of bad feelings towards Goodell before the Lockout ever started. He was fined last season over $100k for illegal hits and that didn't sit well with him at all. Some of what he said I think is probably correct, but Harrison also made some racial accusations that seems absurd. He brought up that he had hit Vince Young Illegally and got fined 5k but when he hit Drew Bree's illegally he was fined $20k.To that I say 1 the hit on Bree's was much dirtier, and 2 as a league you protect your stars so obviously Bree's would bring a bigger fine then Young. In what seems a little more concerning, Harrison in the same interview called out his star Quarterback Ben Rothlisberger and star Running back Rashard Mendenhall. He called Mendenhall a fumble machine though he only fumbled twice last season, so certainly not justifiable. With Rothlisberger his focus was basically saying he hung the Defense out to dry during last seasons Super Bowl. Both seem absurd and he seemed abit desperate to talk to anyone that would listen. Harrison is a force to be reckoned with on the field, he is a General on a defense that is extremely talented. But socially, off the field, this guy says some of the most absurd things. I don't think his comments on the commissioner is a fineable offense, but the team or league should be able to do something to prevent him and other outspoken guys from publicly making fools of themselves. Somethings are just better kept to ones self.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Pay for play in college sports
The topic of paying college athletes has really heated up since the tattoo scandal at Ohio State broke. I've always been against this, but I never really sat down and actually looked at revenue lines and options for paying the kids til now. Just recently I have drastically change my mind.
Everyone has always said there paid in a free college degree and that is worth it, but the amount of money the NCAA and the conferences bring in annually is gross. The PAC-10's new TV deal bring in annually over $250 million. The Big Ten brings in $252 million, the Big-12 brings in over $150 million and they have lost allot of there teams. The SEC seems to be a bargain at $205 million. That is just conference tv rights, University's of radio and local tv spots, teams like Texas may have there own Network.
Now once this is started there isn't any going back so it is very important to get it right. There has been such things as let the student athlete license there name, to pay all the kids the exact same amount, to pay scale's based on talent. I personally think the kids should be allowed to license there name but that wouldn't help a majority of the collegiate athletes. So what I think will work is a pay scale buy instead of based on talent it should be based upon Class. Frosh make the least, Senoirs make the most. Simple, it will reward the kids that stick around for time served, while giving freshman some spending cash. With that I also think athletes should be able to also license there name aswell, that will give the bigger name kids more income while not making it the school or the NCAA reaponsibility to fund that extra money. I think legally that would help the NCAA from getting to position were kids are sueing them wanting a piece of the revenue.
No idea is full proof but onething is for sure the NCAA is getting rich along with University's and it seems fair, but we don't want NCAA lock outs.
Everyone has always said there paid in a free college degree and that is worth it, but the amount of money the NCAA and the conferences bring in annually is gross. The PAC-10's new TV deal bring in annually over $250 million. The Big Ten brings in $252 million, the Big-12 brings in over $150 million and they have lost allot of there teams. The SEC seems to be a bargain at $205 million. That is just conference tv rights, University's of radio and local tv spots, teams like Texas may have there own Network.
Now once this is started there isn't any going back so it is very important to get it right. There has been such things as let the student athlete license there name, to pay all the kids the exact same amount, to pay scale's based on talent. I personally think the kids should be allowed to license there name but that wouldn't help a majority of the collegiate athletes. So what I think will work is a pay scale buy instead of based on talent it should be based upon Class. Frosh make the least, Senoirs make the most. Simple, it will reward the kids that stick around for time served, while giving freshman some spending cash. With that I also think athletes should be able to also license there name aswell, that will give the bigger name kids more income while not making it the school or the NCAA reaponsibility to fund that extra money. I think legally that would help the NCAA from getting to position were kids are sueing them wanting a piece of the revenue.
No idea is full proof but onething is for sure the NCAA is getting rich along with University's and it seems fair, but we don't want NCAA lock outs.
Ohio State Football Down Fall
The Down Fall for Ohio State's football team seems to have new updates daily. Certainly things were not done right, and all this could have been avoided. You have to wonder though if Coach Treassel wasn't viewed in such a high respect would his resignation been needed. Dignity, honest, respect were all words people used to describe Tressel and that outlook of him I think was too high for anyone let aloe a college coach.
Coach Treassel was a beloved Buckeye nation figure, and if he could of continued his Ohio State career he could of very well been in the same light as Archie Griffin and Woody Hayes, Eddie George. It is a unfortunate outcome for not only the team the university and the man, but for College football in a hole.
So today word that ESPN has filed a lawsuit again the University over them not releasing information on the NCAA Investigation only brings more bad publicity to them. Remember too this is just a day after Ohio State lost a prized recruit to the rival Michigan, Kyle Kalis.
That may not be the end of the world but it is a fairly big deal. Ohio state with questions about who will be the coach of the future, and what penalties will be droped on them, cannot afford to loose there hold on recruiting in Ohio or on the top tier classes.
Mike Vrabel, Kansas City Chief Linebacker, and former Ohio State stand out announced he was retiring from the NFL and becoming the linebackers coach for The Ohio State University, which is a great move. He is intense and loved by the fans. Also the have Vacated all of last seasons wins. So what's next! There is allot of talk out there that they are going to get a firm punishment, worse than USC received, that is absurd! Ohio State violation though bad weren't as bad as USC's. USC was giving cash buying houses they had a direct hand in there violations. Where as OSU was indirect, they didn't participate in what the student athlete did, though the did lie, and not inform the appropriate party's.
Honestly I think with OSU loosing there coach, there QB the 5 game suspensions, the vacating of last years wins and bowl game all they will get is they will be ineligible for a bowl game this year, and possibly for go all wins. They could loose a few recruits and they will be on pobation for awhile, but Ohio State will play in a bowl game again next season, let's just hope they don't loose to may recruits between now and then.
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The Down Fall for Ohio State's football team seems to have new updates daily. Certainly things were not done right, and all this could have been avoided. You have to wonder though if Coach Treassel wasn't viewed in such a high respect would his resignation been needed. Dignity, honest, respect were all words people used to describe Tressel and that outlook of him I think was too high for anyone let aloe a college coach.
Coach Treassel was a beloved Buckeye nation figure, and if he could of continued his Ohio State career he could of very well been in the same light as Archie Griffin and Woody Hayes, Eddie George. It is a unfortunate outcome for not only the team the university and the man, but for College football in a hole.
So today word that ESPN has filed a lawsuit again the University over them not releasing information on the NCAA Investigation only brings more bad publicity to them. Remember too this is just a day after Ohio State lost a prized recruit to the rival Michigan, Kyle Kalis.
That may not be the end of the world but it is a fairly big deal. Ohio state with questions about who will be the coach of the future, and what penalties will be droped on them, cannot afford to loose there hold on recruiting in Ohio or on the top tier classes.
Mike Vrabel, Kansas City Chief Linebacker, and former Ohio State stand out announced he was retiring from the NFL and becoming the linebackers coach for The Ohio State University, which is a great move. He is intense and loved by the fans. Also the have Vacated all of last seasons wins. So what's next! There is allot of talk out there that they are going to get a firm punishment, worse than USC received, that is absurd! Ohio State violation though bad weren't as bad as USC's. USC was giving cash buying houses they had a direct hand in there violations. Where as OSU was indirect, they didn't participate in what the student athlete did, though the did lie, and not inform the appropriate party's.
Honestly I think with OSU loosing there coach, there QB the 5 game suspensions, the vacating of last years wins and bowl game all they will get is they will be ineligible for a bowl game this year, and possibly for go all wins. They could loose a few recruits and they will be on pobation for awhile, but Ohio State will play in a bowl game again next season, let's just hope they don't loose to may recruits between now and then.
Monday, July 11, 2011
Cute kitty Cats
Cute Kitty Cats? Ok so he obviously isn't a Kitty cat, but he is a Bengal. A very disorderly one at that. As if he hasn't had enough legal issues, he again was arrested Sunday morning For disorderly conduct while intoxicated, and resisting arrest. Now he claims his wife was punched by another women and he broke it up, and the cops approached him as if he did something wrong and that is when he went off. Even if that were true his record incriminates him. Some call it racial profiling, I call it looking at a track record. I'm a firm believer in you dress a certain way or act a certain way, then you are perceived a certain way.
Also on Monday former Bengal Runningback David 'deacon' Turner was shot and killed by officers in California after a scuffle. The NFL is firm in punishing guys for legal troubles, and then giving them another chance. At some point these guys chances need to run out!
2011 NFL Power Rankings
Here is our PRESEASON 2011 NFL Power Rankings
1.) Green Bay Packers, Repeat!! They have everyone back including Ryan Grant, which is huge!
2.) Pittsburgh Steelers
3.) New England Patriots
4.) Baltimore Ravens
5.) Indianapolis Colts
6.) New Orleans Saints, allot of skill players in a contract year may help
7.) New York Jets
8.) San Diego Chargers
9.) Philadelphia Eagles
10) New York Giants
11) Houston Texans
12) Dallas Cowboys
13) Tampa Bay Bucs, watch out world!
14) Kansas City Chiefs
15) Detroit Lions, like Tampa they could make a run
16) Atlanta Falcons
17) San Fransisco 49ers
18) St Louis Rams
19) Oakland Raiders
20) Cleveland Browns, tough division for a young team
21) Miami Dolphins
22) Arizona Cardinals
23) Chicago Bears
24) Denver Broncos, The Tim Tebow era begins
25) Carolina Panthers, could Claussen end up like Brees after being pushed out of SD
26) Buffalo Bills
27) Jacksonville Jags
28) Cincinnati Bengals
29) Minnesota Vikings
30) Tennessee Titans
31) Seattle Seahawks, big drop off from last season
32) Washington Redskins, Not even Shannahan can fix this franchise!
1.) Green Bay Packers, Repeat!! They have everyone back including Ryan Grant, which is huge!
2.) Pittsburgh Steelers
3.) New England Patriots
4.) Baltimore Ravens
5.) Indianapolis Colts
6.) New Orleans Saints, allot of skill players in a contract year may help
7.) New York Jets
8.) San Diego Chargers
9.) Philadelphia Eagles
10) New York Giants
11) Houston Texans
12) Dallas Cowboys
13) Tampa Bay Bucs, watch out world!
14) Kansas City Chiefs
15) Detroit Lions, like Tampa they could make a run
16) Atlanta Falcons
17) San Fransisco 49ers
18) St Louis Rams
19) Oakland Raiders
20) Cleveland Browns, tough division for a young team
21) Miami Dolphins
22) Arizona Cardinals
23) Chicago Bears
24) Denver Broncos, The Tim Tebow era begins
25) Carolina Panthers, could Claussen end up like Brees after being pushed out of SD
26) Buffalo Bills
27) Jacksonville Jags
28) Cincinnati Bengals
29) Minnesota Vikings
30) Tennessee Titans
31) Seattle Seahawks, big drop off from last season
32) Washington Redskins, Not even Shannahan can fix this franchise!
Defense special teams combo rankings
In some leagues that do defense and special teams combo scoring, you must have a the defense in order to get return points. This confuses allot of people if your in a league like this you don't want to draft a WR or RB because of there return threat because you will not get points for there returns. Basically if I was in a league like this and say I have Josh Cribs, well if cribs returns 3 punts for 185 yards and scored once, I won't get points for any of that, I will only get points for what Cribs did while on the offensive side of the ball. Then whoever, if anyone, in my league has the browns defense would get the points for his or anyone on Clevelands team. Seriously be sure you know your leagues scoring inside and out! So here are our top defensive and special team combo rankings.
1.) Packers
2.) Steelers
3.) Jets
4.) Bears
5.) Eagles
6.) Ravens
7.) Patriots
8.) Falcons
9.) Raiders
10.) Chiefs
11.) Chargers
12.) Saints
13.) Giants
14.) Cowboys
15.) Browns
1.) Packers
2.) Steelers
3.) Jets
4.) Bears
5.) Eagles
6.) Ravens
7.) Patriots
8.) Falcons
9.) Raiders
10.) Chiefs
11.) Chargers
12.) Saints
13.) Giants
14.) Cowboys
15.) Browns
NFL contract year players 2011
QUARTERBACKS
Michael Vick, Eagles, believe it or not this guy has another upside, it is a contract year and everyone must know he is hungry to get his first big contract since getting out of prison.
Kevin Kolb, Eagles, though he is unlikely to be a Eagle this season, the fact is where ever he plays he has allot to prove, but he has a chance to get big bucks.
Drew Brees, NO, no question he will be a Saint, but playing for a max deal bet he will produce, look at the amount of weapons he has around him to help.
Kyle Orton, Den, he is likely to be moved as Tim Tebow is set to take over after Orton had a career year. There has been talk of Orton to Arizona but I believe Kolb will be a much better fit. I think it is much more likely he will end up in either Cincinnati, or Seattle. But either place he will continue to put up good numbers in this play off season.
RUNNINGBACKS
Reggie Bush, NO, who knows were Reggie will play this year. But he is versitile fast and a great talent. Reggie is ready for a big deal.
Matt Forte, Chi, now some of our staff may not be big fans of Forte, but this guy had been a value for Chicago. He is set to make $550,000 this being his last year of his rookie contract. You can bet he will want to prove he is worth a big contract.
Frank Gore, SF, he has always been a fantasy owner favorite, wether there in a PPR league or not. The Hip is 100% according to his agent Drew Rosenhaus. He is already hungry to prove he still has some gas left in his tank. He will earn a new big contract.
Ryan Grant, GB, they say his ankle is 100% so this guy is not only going to start off the season sharing carries with Starks, but playing to earn a contract. Expect both to go in his favor.
LaDainian Tomlinson, NYJ, allot of talk that he will take a step back this year to Shonn Green, but he is playing for what will more than likely be his last contract.
Thomas Jones, KC, we have heard from a few contacts in the league that this could be his last season, but either way he is only tenured through this season.
WIDE RECIEVERS
Dwayne Bowe, KC, did last season's monster year come a season to early? We don't think so expect monster number for Bowe this season as he works twards a monster deal in 2011.
Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona, With Arizonas lack of talent, people would expect them to just use the franchise tag on Fitzgerald for the 2012 season. But he had a clause in his contract where if he gets franchised he will make $23 million, so don't expect that.
Marques Colston, NO, he has shown spurts of greatness here and there but with him and his QB playing for a contract it maybe a monster season for both.
Robert Meachem, NO, with 2 Wideouts playing for a contract the Saints may benifit the most.
Mario Manningham, NYG, he maybe the most interesting player in this category we think. If Steve Smith departs buy Manningham because it will be a monster year.
Reggie Wayne, IND, believe it or not he still had 111 grabs for 1300+ yards last year, he will earn one last monster deal.
Chang Ochocinco, Cin, once he is done wrestling gator, bull riding, be assured he will be ready to earn on the field, no matter who his QB is.
Wes Welker, NE, maybe a very important year for Welker, Coach Belichicks track record shows he allows vets leave before there production drops. He needs to prove his value!
Tightends
Mercedes Lewis, JAX, Fresh off his break out season if he continues he will get paid.
Jermichael Finley, GB, greenbay drafted Dj williams so was that a hint that Finely maybe on his way out? Either way good play he will be paid somewhere.
Greg Olsen, chi, Bears officials say he is their second priority behind Forte, so more good play will help him and fantasy owners in 2011.
Visanthe Shaincoe, MIN, The vikings drafted a young TE which may not be a good sign a him or fantasy owners. More will be known once camp finally opens but it could be a sticky situation in Minnesota for him.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
2011 NFL season free agency
I'm sure everyone who reads this is like us, we are ready for some football. Though training camp isn't the most exciting time of the season this year will be much different. Regardless if all 4,5,6 year tenure players will be free agents or not we know that as many as 500 and as few has 110 players will be free agents once the agreement is reached! A normal free agent market is spread over a 4-5 month spam, so this is going to be special.
An agreement is going to happen soon, they are almost to the point of lost revenue and they won't let that happen, they could miss 1 to 2 pre season games but we dont think that will happen. The simple fact is that any preseason games missed decreases the salary cap for this year. Players don't want lower caps, and owners don't want to loose ticket, beer, and food revenue.
So soon we will have our beloved NFL back, and there will be a free for all free agent spree that follows. Stay tuned for the most interesting free agency sweep stakes in the history of sports.
Saturday, July 9, 2011
Fantasy football comeback players
Every year there are over hyped guys who get pre season buzz look good in short preseason outings and get drafted early. Then you have the players who have 1 great year and are expected to progress, and don't. Here we have a few guys who let fantasy owners down in every league out there last season, but we expected to turn things back around this season.
Ryan Grant, he was injured early last year and missed an entire season, and super bowl run. This guy will be hungry, and keep in mind he is a free agent next season so it is a contract year.
Shonn Green, Shonn Green was taking in the First round in nearly every league last year and he burnt every owner! No one expected the resurgence of LT. There has been talk since the end of last season from NYJ coaches that they won't the roles reversed, and they expect Green to get 300+ carries.
Larry Fitzgerald, since he arrived in the league he has been a top 5 receiver, last year the Cardinals offense was horrific! And though there is allot of questions still surrounding the offense you can't hold a talent like him down.
Sidney Rice, most of last years drop off was due to injury, he had 1 monster game after returning late last year. Simple fact is he is fast and he will score!
Owen Daniels, he came back way to early last season from his torn acl. The Texans love to pass and he is a great tightend.
Those are just a few guys that will help any fantasy owner's team this upcoming season, like any players, if drafted in the right possition. We will continue to give you updated fantasy news. And continue to email us your question all will be answered, jbcodora@gmail.com
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Friday, July 8, 2011
Josh Hamilton foul ball toss
Anyone who knows Josh Hamilton's story and the recovery that he has made had to respect the guy! At the sametime anyone who has seen or heard about what happend in Arlington yesterday has to feel sorry for him! The fact that he played in tonight's game is amazing I think!
Not only did he watch the guy fall to his death after attempting to toss him a ball in the 2nd inning, but Hamilton said he heard his the mans son yelling for his daddy! What a terrible thing, a father sharing a day at a ball park should be a life time of good memories, instead for this kid it will be a life time of bad memories.
For Hamilton being a former addict you can only hope that this tramatic event want cause any sort of relapse! For any former addict something like this would haunt them right back to a fix! So while everyone prays for the family, be sure to add Josh Hamilton in your prayers because I'm sure this will weigh very heavy on him!
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Deron Williams to play in Turkey
There is allot of upside for guys to go over seas other than the up in pay grade. Taxes for starters are considerable lower, cost of living is lower aswell and in most cases they will live like kings for free. When big name players go to Europe they are greeted and treated the the Beatles.
So what I wonder is if an entire NBA season is lost and players do go over to play during the stoppage, will they come back once a new agreement is made? That should be a real concern for NBA fans. The game isn't in a great place right now, and after this is all said and done it will more than likely be at a all-time low. So at that time the NBA will need there stars and the best players in the world to help the game recover.
For me and allot of our staff, there is a long list that needs fixed in the NBA. Most of all College kids must stay 1 to 2 more years, they need to fix incoming lack of talent for the drafts.
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Derek Jeter And 3000 hits
With Derek Jeter just 4 hits away from becoming the first yankee and the 28th major league play to reach the 3000 hit club questions of his place in baseball history arise. Derek Jeter will have his 3000th hit with the week thats certain, and he has accomplished allot during his great Yankee career.
Derek was the 1996 Rookie of the Year, and that same year played a big role in the Yankees world series Tittle. Then won tittles again in 1998, 1999, 2000, 2009. The 2000 season Jeter became the first player in MLB history too win the all star game and world series MVP. Jeter is a 11 time all star, 5 time golden glove winner, and 4 time silver slugger award winner. In the past 10 seasons he has been at the top of run scored in the American League. All time hits leader among short stops. And of course he passed Lou Gehrigs all time Yankee hits mark.
Jeter is known to be a true proffesional and though his skills have declined he is still the captain of the New York Yankees. With all his achievements, though great, I still question if he is in the debate for all time great MLB players, or atleast the elite list. No question he is a all time great Yankee, but I think he would be at best a top 50 MLB player. He is probably top 5-7 shortstops of all time, though if A-Rod moves back over he will pass him again.
He is a great player but I think since he plays for the Yankees he gets a little more credit and of course coverage than he should of his entire career.
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Jeter is known to be a true proffesional and though his skills have declined he is still the captain of the New York Yankees. With all his achievements, though great, I still question if he is in the debate for all time great MLB players, or atleast the elite list. No question he is a all time great Yankee, but I think he would be at best a top 50 MLB player. He is probably top 5-7 shortstops of all time, though if A-Rod moves back over he will pass him again.
He is a great player but I think since he plays for the Yankees he gets a little more credit and of course coverage than he should of his entire career.
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Metta World Peace
Metta World Peace, I think Denise Rodman maybe disappointed he never changed his name to princess bride, or something Denise Rodman like. Metta world peace don't roll off my tongue.
I just question why the timing is right before the draft, well actually why at all this is worse then ochocinco, which to Chad's credit that was clever bad part of his hole persona he built. Artest is a corky kind of out there guy everyone knows that, this certainly isn't the first crazy thing in the world of Ron. Now I'm not sure this is worse than the time he was producing the girl band or whatever that horrible music was. Ron seems like a smart guy when he talks and I'm sure he is! But things like this don't help your case with people, or the Lakers. I wonder if they are willing to put Peace or World Peace on the back of your jersey?,
But Mr. Metta World Peace your a bigger man then me! Through out my life I wanted to change my name, though almost all during pre teen years. Mine were more traditional name's though, names like Barry Larkin, Chris Sabo, Jalen Rose, Joe Montana, and Eddie George. I look back and know I was irrational and that that any of these name changes though cool would of been a horrible idea, I hope you enjoy and love your new state granted name Mr Peace or Mr World Peace.
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I just question why the timing is right before the draft, well actually why at all this is worse then ochocinco, which to Chad's credit that was clever bad part of his hole persona he built. Artest is a corky kind of out there guy everyone knows that, this certainly isn't the first crazy thing in the world of Ron. Now I'm not sure this is worse than the time he was producing the girl band or whatever that horrible music was. Ron seems like a smart guy when he talks and I'm sure he is! But things like this don't help your case with people, or the Lakers. I wonder if they are willing to put Peace or World Peace on the back of your jersey?,
But Mr. Metta World Peace your a bigger man then me! Through out my life I wanted to change my name, though almost all during pre teen years. Mine were more traditional name's though, names like Barry Larkin, Chris Sabo, Jalen Rose, Joe Montana, and Eddie George. I look back and know I was irrational and that that any of these name changes though cool would of been a horrible idea, I hope you enjoy and love your new state granted name Mr Peace or Mr World Peace.
Read the rest of our articles at http://whatshissalary.blogspot.com/
And be sure to go to message board and make you voice heard.
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
And the winner is?
Again sorry for the delay our entire staff have been on vacation and we have all met at the Cherry Festival up in Traverse City Michigan.
The winner for this weeks giveaway is Eric_remmy. He has been notified via email, and will be fed exed his $100 gift card. He subscribes via email to our blog. Thanks to all our friends at all star seats inc for supplying the gift card.
This week the prize is a $150 StubHub gift card again supplied by all star seats Inc. We were planning on a game worn/ signed jersey but we haven't received that shipment yet. Anyway congrats again to Eric_remy, and good luck to everyone else this week! And we will be up and blogging again tomorro evening!
The winner for this weeks giveaway is Eric_remmy. He has been notified via email, and will be fed exed his $100 gift card. He subscribes via email to our blog. Thanks to all our friends at all star seats inc for supplying the gift card.
This week the prize is a $150 StubHub gift card again supplied by all star seats Inc. We were planning on a game worn/ signed jersey but we haven't received that shipment yet. Anyway congrats again to Eric_remy, and good luck to everyone else this week! And we will be up and blogging again tomorro evening!
First give away
The winner for our first weekly giveaway will be announced later this afternoon. We spent the fourth with Family and Friends and we will back too working on our sites full-time tomorro. We hope everyone had a great Independence Day and good luck, there is good odds only 44 people are eligible for the first giveaway, 62 so far are eligible for this weeks give away, which we will announce the prize tomorro when we announce the winner!!!
Friday, July 1, 2011
NFL Lockout agreement
So what will happen after the new CBA is signed and the NFL proceeds with business? Well I will tell you, it will be one of the most exciting times the NFL has ever had. There is a good possibility that when an agreement is made there could be as many as 500 free agents, talk about a signing freenzy!! It will be complete and utter chaos for management, and great TV for us fans. The way it is now players at the 4 year mark become restricted free agents, well there is allot of talk about year 5&6 now too.
The entire power could swing in the NFL. There are a few teams who have had horrible 3-5 year runs that are on the brink that could become front runners, like Detroit, the Rams, Oakland, Cleveland, just too name a few. Some experts are saying in order for teams to try and resign there guys there maybe a 3 day grace period after the lockout ends were only a players team can talk too them.
All I know is that this would be better than March Madness, and sports center would be as busy as they ever have been I don't think Chris Mortenson can keep up.
Charlie Sheen and Steroids
So it appears that the former 'Two In a Half Men' star Charlie Sheen, was also apart of Major League Baseballs steroid buzz of the late 80's. In a new interview Sheen admitted that while shooting 'Major League' in 1989 he took steroid "for like six or eight weeks" Everyone remembers Sheen's charactor Ricky 'Wild Thing' Vaughn, not just Indians fans, though that probably was the best thing that Indians fans had going on at the time for sure. Sheen claims that by taking them his fast ball went from topping off at 79mph to going up to 85mph. So tell me again that if Roger Clemens was taking steroids it wouldn't of improved his numbers, if a average guy can get 6mph over a 2month period just think what a world class guy can do with trainer's and pitching coaches. Truth be told who knows if this is even true, I mean it isn't coming from the most reliable source, kind of like Jose Canseco when his book was released, Sheen is now looking for work and he could just be trying to keep his name in those headlines a little while longer so he could finally close some sort of deal down.
Either way it don't change the fact that 'Major League' was and is a great sports film, one of the best baseball films, and since it is just a movie not real life, his steroid use didnt have any effect on anything other than his kidneys but Im sure the cocaine has cleared up that problem.
what do you guys think? and what are the greatest sports and baseball movies of all time?
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