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The storied history of NFL Linebackers includes gridiron gladiators such as Lawrence Taylor, Dick Butkus, Ray Lewis and Mike Singletary. With middle linebackers often described as the "Quarterback of the defense" and the increased usage of the 3-4 style, a strong linebacking corps is vital to the success of the defensive unit as a whole. Let's take a look at the best in the business.Begin Slideshow
Philadelphia 76ers GM Ed Stefanski has made some questionable decisions since taking over for Billy King two years ago. He gave Elton Brand $82 million, Andre Iguodala $80 million and hired Eddie Jordan, who has almost 100 more losses than wins in his coaching career (257-343).
On Tuesday night, the basketball gods popped ping-pong balls into place for Stefanski, securing the second overall pick in next month's NBA Draft. Had the ...
It could be argued that Allen Iverson is in denial.
He can't come to grips with the fact that he's getting older, and with age his skills have diminished. His confidence remains unwavering, his pride unyielding. He simply refuses to accept the laws of nature.
"They want to put me in a rocking chair," Iverson has said on several occasions. "This year, it's so personal," he promised.
Just one game into the 2009-10 ...
NFC EAST
Philadelphia Eagles (11-5)
Obviously, this prediction relies on McNabb and Westbrook staying healthy for the duration of the season. By the same token, the offensive line must remain intact, especially Shawn Andrews and $60 million man Jason Peters.
Second year WR DeSean Jackson looks primed to build on his sensational rookie season and the committee of Curtis, Maclin and Avant are more than qualified to get the job done. The Michael ...