Archive for April, 2011

Data Points: Sacks becoming more scarce

Since sacks became an officially recorded statistic in 1982, they’ve gradually become more scarce.

Carucci: Miller’s a risky pick for Bills

While several mock drafts have the Bills taking Texas A&M linebacker Von Miller with the third overall pick, NFL.com senior columnist Vic Carucci isn’t sold on the idea.

Draft Countdown: The roaring 20s

It’s almost here. All the drama at Radio Music Hall, the culmination of the Path to Primetime, comes to pass 20 days from now. So what does 20 signify, at least in terms of the NFL draft?

Brooks: Mallett could be a steal

Cam Newton and Blaine Gabbert figure to be the top two quarterbacks selected in the 2011 NFL Draft. But who will be the biggest bargain? That might be Ryan Mallett.

Villanova’s Ijalana holds private workout for scouts

Villanova OL Ben Ijalana, who was unable to work out at the NFL Scouting Combine or the school’s pro day, held a personal workout Wednesday for scouts indoors on FieldTurf.

Notre Dame’s Rudolph proves he is top TE

The last “big school” pro day took place Thursday, as Notre Dame hosted representatives from all 32 teams to watch nine players work out.

Who said it: Bennett or Sheen?

We give you 12 quotes, you figure out if it’s Cowboys TE Martellus Bennett or Charlie Sheen.

Wyche: Kaepernick would fit with the Raiders

New Raiders coach Hue Jackson has said that he’s committed to QB Jason Campbell, but that does not mean that the Raiders will ignore the position in the draft. Our Steve Wyche handled that question during his weekly chat on NFL.com on Thursday, when asked about the Raiders quarterback position.

Is there really a QB controversy in Dallas?

Much ado about nothing, or an off-comment that has some merit? That is the question when it comes to Martellus Bennett‘s remarks regarding the need for a quarterback competition in Dallas.

A few minutes with Lions WR Nate Burleson

Lions WR Nate Burleson made a stop by the NFL Network studios this week, so we spent a few minutes to pick his brain on some important NFL offseason topics.

Draft Countdown: Three weeks to go

There are 21 days until the 2011 NFL Draft festivities get under way at Radio City Music Hall.

Until then, we looked into the relevance “21″ has to April’s big weekend.

Burleson: Suh can be among all-time greats

Nate Burleson predicts some big things for young teammate Ndamukong Suh.

Portrait Session: Nate Burleson

Detroit Lions WR Nate Burleson poses for a portrait in the NFL Network Studio on April 6th.

Indiana WR Doss hampered by hip at pro day

Indiana WR Tandon Doss could not work out at the NFL Scouting Combine in February while he recovered from hip surgery, so he had a lot to prove at his pro day held Wednesday.

Getting to know … Brandon Harris

Brandon Harris was the latest NFL Draft prospect to stop by the NFL Network studios. The former University of Miami cornerback has a lot to offer in the personality department, and spent a few minutes answering our questions.

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