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One Oakland Raider said ,"That's a horror show." Another starter said "don't hold your breath." These were a few quotes bandied about in the Raiders offices when quarterback JaMarcus Russell failed to show up for the first day of voluntary work-outs.He showed up the second day 11 pounds over his listed playing weight of 260, but was reportedly still in good shape. It is almost ...
Never before has a man come across our paths like the great Merlin Olsen, who passed away at the age of 69 years old yesterday. He was more than a gridiron great who blessed viewers with his abilities on the field as a Pro Bowl player who became the leader of the greatest defensive line in NFL history, "The Fearsome Foursome." Merlin wasn't done entertaining ...
Though some say the scouting combine is a waste of time, as well as not a true indicator of abilities, it has significant impact on a team and players future.
Here is a modified mock draft after the combine and some free agent moves.
Though there certainly will be trades made, we will go under the assumption that the first round will go as is for now.Begin Slideshow
Every year an NFL team has hard decisions to make with personnel. The fine line of loyalty and positive production is a gamble that has most fans wondering if general managers just roll the dice before deciding the future path of their team.
This isn't exactly a banner year for free agents, as most teams are preparing for the seemingly inevitable players strike at the conclusion of the season. If the ...
The NBA is getting ready to hold their 2010 dunk contest. Not all of the best dunk artists in the league today will participate, but it should still be an enjoyable event for many.
Here is a list of some of the best dunk artists in NBA or ABA history.
Len Bias graces the cover of this slide show because I never saw anyone jump higher than him ever.Begin Slideshow
The Philadelphia Eagles Look To Keep A Promise Alive On Wild-Card Weekend
Posted: 8th January 2010 by JW Nix in NFL
Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas CowboysThe Cowboys stomped the Eagles just seven days ago to capture the NFC East crown. They not only beat the Eagles down for this accolade, they shut down Philadelphia's high powered offense completely with a 24-0 shutout victory. They are extremely confident they can repeat the feat in the first playoff game ever in their new stadium.Game Of The WeekWhat To Watch From The EaglesThe Eagles ...
New York Jets @ Cincinnati Bengals The Jets are crested with bravado right now, thanks to their effervescent head coach Rex Ryan. They are also a week removed from easily kicking the Bengals all over the field at the last event to ever take place in the Meadowlands.
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What To Watch From The Jets Thomas Jones is a running back that leads the charge in the team's offensive ...
The Cardinals' history is the longest in pro football history, and an intriguing one that has seen the team change their name eight timesùeither by moving to another city or merging with another team.
They started out as the Morgan Athletic Club in 1898, then became the Racine Normals the next two seasons. They then changed their name to the Cardinals in 1901.
After going out of business after the 1906 season, ...
The Cardinals history is the longest in pro football history, and an intriguing one that has seen the team change their name eight times either by moving to another city or merging with another team.
They started out as the Morgan Athletic Club in 1898, then became the Racine Normals the next two seasons. They then changed their name to the Cardinals in 1901.
After going out of business after the 1906 ...
NFL Picks on the Last Week of Jim Zorn as a Washington Redskin
Posted: 2nd January 2010 by JW Nix in NFL
Indianapolis Colts @ Buffalo Bills The Colts are playing it safe heading into the playoffs, but they need to try to get a little work in on a Buffalo team looking to head home at the final gun. Colts 27 á Bills 13 New York Giants @ Minnesota Vikings The Giants are embarrassed right now, so they either show pride or get ready ...