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Forget Flacco, it’s ‘Is Andrew Luck ELITE?’ debate time

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck is emerging as one of the NFL’s best quarterbacks. After avoiding a sophomore slump with a stellar second season, Luck entered the NFL’s Most Valuable Player discussion in 2014. Although his yardage total dipped from 4,374 yards to 3,822 from year one to year two, something more important was also cut in half: Luck threw just nine … [Read more...] about Forget Flacco, it’s ‘Is Andrew Luck ELITE?’ debate time

Top Threats For The Seattle Seahawks Next Season

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The Seattle Seahawks were able to smash Peyton Manning and the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII. The best in offense of the league, the Broncos, was able to score just eight points against the best defense of the league, the Seahawks. At the same time, Seattle scored 43 points, leaving no question about which is the best team in overall this season in the NFL. The big … [Read more...] about Top Threats For The Seattle Seahawks Next Season

10 Super Bowl prop bets to gamble on, avoid

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We are hours away from the biggest game during the NFL season. Many will watch the Super Bowl between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks for one of many narratives. A good chunk will watch for the Super Bowl prop bets. Include me as one of them. The Super Bowl is one of the most betted-on sporting events in all of sports, and now is the time to act. The weekend of the … [Read more...] about 10 Super Bowl prop bets to gamble on, avoid

Wisconsin’s Montee Ball a perfect fit for the Denver Broncos

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With the 26th pick in the second round (58th overall) of the 2013 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos made a long-life dream come true when they selected Wisconsin Badgers running back Montee Ball. Montee Ball grew up idolizing the Broncos as a small kid, particularly running back Terrell Davis (1998 MVP and two-time Super Bowl champion). “It’s a dream come true,” Ball said. … [Read more...] about Wisconsin’s Montee Ball a perfect fit for the Denver Broncos

What is the Chicago Bears Biggest Need?

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It seems like such a simple question, but no one can provide a definitive answer. In free agency, the Bears did quite a bit in terms of addressing some of their most glaring needs. The offensive tackle, tight end, and linebacker positions were all upgraded. But with the NFL Draft less than a week away, predictions are still all over the board for who the Bears may take … [Read more...] about What is the Chicago Bears Biggest Need?

Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

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Imagine, if you will, Troy Polamalu returning a fumble he forced himself for a touchdown; Aaron Rodgers lofting up 50-yard bombs with pinpoint accuracy; and Maurice Jones-Drew dissecting a defense with his explosive speed. Now, imagine all of those things happening… with those players wearing Bears jerseys. Call it crazy if you’d like, but the draft records show that former … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

Meet the Candidates for the Chicago Bears Head Coach Position

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Breaking up is hard to do. After a 10-6 season that will leave the Chicago Bears watching the NFL Playoffs from their couches, the team cut their ties with head coach Lovie Smith after 9 seasons. Many players have already voiced their displeasure with GM Phil Emery’s decision to fire Smith. Devin Hester is even threatening retirement now that Lovie will no longer be calling … [Read more...] about Meet the Candidates for the Chicago Bears Head Coach Position

5 Biggest NFL Matchups for 2012

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While NFL fans are excited every Sunday there are the handful of games that everyone wants to watch. Whether it’s the classic rivalries like the Packers and the Vikings, or head to head matchups with high profile quarterbacks, these games should prove to be exciting and have rating spikes. Jerome Manson is a sports enthusiast who enjoys both watching games and writing about … [Read more...] about 5 Biggest NFL Matchups for 2012

Why did the Denver Broncos retire #18? Frank Tripucka had horrific stats

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The Denver Broncos have retired jersey No. 18--but the only player to ever wear that number for Denver said last week that he wanted to make it available for Manning. Former Notre Dame quarterback Frank Tripucka wore No. 18 for three seasons in the 1960s, when he was the first quarterback in Bronco history. After his tenure, the number was ceremonially retired. But Tripucka … [Read more...] about Why did the Denver Broncos retire #18? Frank Tripucka had horrific stats