Archive for September, 2011

Vick primed for big game against his old team?

It promises to be one of the most memorable reunions in a long time: Michael Vick heading back to Atlanta as the Eagles’ starting QB to face his old team, the Falcons.

Tebow time sooner or later?

Broncos fans, you have spoken. The entire country heard you guys on Monday night during the loss to the Raiders.

Bears better beyond Cutler

Jay Cutler certainly did his part in contributing to the Bears’ impressive Week 1 victory over the Falcons, but there was so much more.

Big-name contract negotiations loom for Ravens

Not to rain on their parade or anything, but Jason La Canfora discusses the contract situations of a trio of big names: Joe Flacco, Ray Rice and Haloti Ngata.

Fallout for Steelers, Ravens after lopsided game

Find out what Pittsburgh beat writer Gerry Dulac and Baltimore announcer Gerry Sandusky believe the teams must do moving forward.

Who’s better than Romo? Twitter has answers

Tony Romo should just be happy that people are talking about him.

No serious damage to Bengals QB Dalton’s wrist

Medical tests reveal no serious damage to Cincinnati Bengals rookie QB Andy Dalton‘s wrist area, but his status for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos remains in doubt, according to a league source.

Data Points: Brees in impressive company

Buried slightly among all the passing feats of Week 1 is the fact that Saints QB Drew Brees has now thrown at least one TD pass in 28 consecutive games. That puts him two games shy of the third-longest such streak in NFL history, the spot currently held by Hall of Famer Dan Marino. If Brees keeps his streak alive haflway through the season, he’ll reach Brett Favre‘s 36-game streak, which is second-best.

Novak in for Kaeding; Castillo could hit IR

Further medical tests confirm that Chargers kicker Nate Kaeding suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament and will be lost for the season, while DE Luis Castillo is out at least 10 to 12 weeks with a fractured tibia.

Westbrook, Jones among RBs Dolphins work out

The Miami Dolphins worked out at least four running backs Tuesday, according to league sources, including Brian Westbrook and Julius Jones, but did not sign any of them.

Coaches Podcast: Newton a young Vick, Mora says

It’s the inaugural episode of “The Coaches Podcast” with former NFL coaches Brian Billick and Jim Mora. Enjoy.

Three and out: Injury concerns for Moreno, Lloyd

Adam Rank takes a look at the top fantasy stories on Tuesday.

Dolphins taking look at RB Clayton

The Dolphins worked out running back Thomas Clayton on Tuesday, according to a league source.

Browns agree to terms with punter Maynard

The Browns have agreed to terms with veteran punter Brad Maynard, according to a league source.

Fitzpatrick leads Playbook’s all-unheralded team

In a league filled with stars, where every team has its marquee guys, it is the unheralded players that can truly make the difference in how teams fare year to year. In our 2010 film study, we have identified 22 players who stand out on tape but may not be the first names that come to mind when you think of their respective positions.

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