How would you like to have your job on the line with a quarterback who has started all of eight games? That’s essentially the situation that Carolina Panthers general manager Marty Hurney and coach John Fox find themselves in as they enter the 2010 season. With Jake Delhomme released, the Panthers will turn to Matt [...]
Posted on March 26th, 2010 by admin
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Philadelphia coach Andy Reid acknowledged Wednesday that the Eagles are considering trade offers for his three quarterbacks, and they should. But they should take the next step and deal one of them. And they should deal Donovan McNabb. If Reid thought parting with veteran running back Brian Westbrook was difficult wait until he faces the [...]
Posted on March 26th, 2010 by admin
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have been cautious about what they say about embattled quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, and that’s not only understandable but advisable. Big Ben is in Big Trouble, the subject of an investigation that involves a second complaint of sexual assault. So the Steelers will proceed carefully and, as coach Mike Tomlin put it, “let [...]
Posted on March 25th, 2010 by admin
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At this time last year, the Tennessee Titans were riding high, coming off a 13-3 record, and Vince Young was way low. Vince Young’s comeback helped fix the offense, but that defense … (Getty Images) Now the Titans are trying to re-group after a disappointing season and Young is the guy who will try and [...]
Posted on March 25th, 2010 by admin
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It’s a lot easier to draft when you fill the biggest need in free agency. That’s what the Atlanta Falcons did when they signed corner Dunta Robinson on the second day of free agency. Robinson gives them the cover player they’ve lacked the past couple of seasons. It also gives them freedom to work on [...]
Posted on March 24th, 2010 by admin
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A year ago, the Cleveland Browns had Derek Anderson and Brady Quinn as quarterbacks. Now they have Jake Delhomme and Seneca Wallace. Would someone please tell me how they’re better because they’re not. Browns president Mike Holmgren knows how to develop young QBs like Colt McCoy. (Getty Images) Delhomme is 35 and coming off the [...]
Posted on March 24th, 2010 by admin
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Help is on the way for those teams looking for improved air traffic control against a league that is encouraging rules and schemes that emphasize the passing game. A solid group of defensive backs will be available in this year’s draft. According to ratings by NFLDraftScout.com, cornerbacks could be called at least five times in [...]
Posted on March 23rd, 2010 by admin
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The Houston Texans had the first winning season in franchise history in 2009, but no playoff berth. So much more is expected in 2010. The Texans have the passing game covered with Johnson and Schaub. (Getty Images) Owner Bob McNair gave coach Gary Kubiak a contract extension after the season, and you can bet that [...]
Posted on March 23rd, 2010 by admin
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What do the Super Bowl-champion New Orleans Saints need? More than you’d think. The Saints had a magical season, winning the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t holes. The Saints have Jon Vilma in the middle but they could use some speed to his sides. (Getty [...]
Posted on March 20th, 2010 by admin
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Results from this year’s Indianapolis scouting combine indicate that the 2010 NFL Draft will be, well … big. Taylor Mays is a frightening mix of size and speed. (Getty Images) Based on data sent to NFL teams e were especially impressive and are expected to be a focal point of what may be the best [...]
Posted on March 20th, 2010 by admin
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