Entering this season, it was thought that the road to the NFC North title goes through Detroit. That was a very safe take, given how close the Lions came to reaching the Super Bowl. However, the Minnesota Vikings, with their top ranked scoring defense, will have a lot to say about that. The newest reincarnation of the Purple People Eaters defense is giving up just 10 points … [Read more...] about Minnesota Vikings Defense Looks like Big Trouble for Bears This Season
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Lamar Jackson Wants a Pre-Camp Throwing Session with the WRs
Both Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Todd Monken and quarterbacks coach Tee Martin have told quarterback Lamar Jackson that they want him to have even more pre-snap responsibility this upcoming season. Jackson will be entering year two in Monken's system, so he will no doubt feel more comfortable and familiar with the playbook. … [Read more...] about Lamar Jackson Wants a Pre-Camp Throwing Session with the WRs
Exclusive with Steve McMichael: Interview G.O.A.T. Part 1/2
Steve McMichael, or "Mongo" as he is known, is back in the headlines these days. On Wednesday multiple sources reported that he will indeed, finally, be voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His induction into the hallowed halls at Canton comes at a time when he is fighting a very public battle with ALS. Simply put, as I wrote in my first book, Mongo was the greatest … [Read more...] about Exclusive with Steve McMichael: Interview G.O.A.T. Part 1/2
New Orleans Saints Bountygate Scandal: Flashback Friday
We were honored to appear on Sony Music's podcast network, named Somethin' Else. We appeared as a guest on their crime history themed show called "Cheat!" where the topic was the New Orleans Saints "Bountygate" scandal of the early 2010s. You remember that, right? When New Orleans Saints players, were paid, under the table some extra bonus money to intentionally injure … [Read more...] about New Orleans Saints Bountygate Scandal: Flashback Friday
Bountygate: Roger Goodell, Sean Payton, Saints Punishment
We were honored to appear on Sony Music's podcast network, named Somethin' Else. We appeared as a guest on their crime history themed show called "Cheat!" where the topic was the New Orleans Saints "Bountygate" scandal of the early 2010s. You remember that, right? When New Orleans Saints players, were paid, under the table some extra bonus money to intentionally injure … [Read more...] about Bountygate: Roger Goodell, Sean Payton, Saints Punishment
Jaguars legend Maurice Jones-Drew joins NFL Network
Maurice Jones-Drew is inarguably the greatest running back in the brief history of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Jones-Drew retired this past March after nine seasons in the NFL. In eight years with the Jags and then spending last season with the Oakland Raiders he compiled career totals of 8,167 rushing yards and 81 total touchdowns. … [Read more...] about Jaguars legend Maurice Jones-Drew joins NFL Network
Tom Brady and Deflate Gate: it pays to cheat
I have a friend, Jake Haas, whose motto throughout college was, “if you ain’t cheating, you ain’t trying.” Mr. Haas was not so much referring to his academic career, but to the countless drinking/video games that we partook in during our time receiving a higher education. Much like in Mario Kart (N64 is THE only version), cheaters have a better chance of winning and if the … [Read more...] about Tom Brady and Deflate Gate: it pays to cheat
Forget Flacco, it’s ‘Is Andrew Luck ELITE?’ debate time
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
Jets are Geno Smith’s team; for better or worse
The New York Jets lackluster play is more frustrating than normal because this team has shown that they have talent. Behind all of the penalties, turnovers, and play calls that will make your head spin is a team that has managed to keep every game close. This is a team that was actually beating up on the Green Bay Packers 21-3 at one point. … [Read more...] about Jets are Geno Smith’s team; for better or worse
Olivia Munn doesn’t play defense for Green Bay’s opponent each week
Ever since Aaron Rodgers took over for Brett Favre as the Packers’ starting quarterback in 2008, Green Bay has been one of the most successful franchises in the NFL—if not the most successful. With six straight playoff appearances and counting, the Packers are tied with the New England Patriots for longest active streak of making the postseason. … [Read more...] about Olivia Munn doesn’t play defense for Green Bay’s opponent each week
