Said Dolphins coach Tony Sparano of DE Phillip Merling, "Whether or not he ends up being a starter is not up to me. It's up to Phillip."
CB Leigh Bodden spoke to former Browns coach and Patriots defensive coordinator Romeo Crennel's nephew to see how he'd fit in with New England before signing there.
Said Jets S Jim Leonhard, "It's really the first time at that level that I've kind of had that seal of approval from a head coach going into the season"
BaltimoreRavens.com solicited fan opinions about which Ravens players were overrated and underrated.
The battle to back up RB Cedric Benson should be one to watch during Bengals camp.
The Browns are counting on DE Kenyon Coleman adding toughness to their run defense.
Steelers DE Nick Eason has been enjoying the spoils that come with winning the Super Bowl.
Two defensive coaches from Texas Southern are interning with the Texans staff.
Colts LB Tyjuan Hagler says he isn't frustrated by his move from starter to backup.
Vic Ketchman of Jaguars.com doesn't think it is so bad that the Jaguars are in a rebuilding mode.
Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper reflects on the effect QB Steve McNair and RB Eddie George had on the Titans.
The Broncos are holding a vote to name their 50th anniversary team. [Editor's note: We encourage everyone to vote for Jay Cutler. And Daryl Gardener.]
The Pro Football Hall of Fame has named its exhibit on the Super Bowl after late Chiefs owner Lamar Hunt.
Former Raiders like Tim Brown and Bo Jackson offered some advice for the team's current players.
Bill Williamson of ESPN.com thinks Chargers G Louis Vasquez and S Kevin Ellison are rookies with a chance to play right away.
Dan Graziano of Fanhouse thinks Orlando Scandrick will come out ahead of Mike Jenkins in the battle for a starting cornerback spot with the Cowboys.
Said Giants T David Diehl of his goals for 2009, "To be the best left tackle in the NFC. Isn't that everybody's goal -- to be the best at their position?"
Eagles TE Cornelius Ingram said he doesn't have a chip on his shoulder as a result of his draft day slide.
Redskins QB Colt Brennan said his surgically repaired knee is getting better by the day and that he "will have forgotten all about it" when training camp starts.
Bears running backs Adrian Peterson and Garrett Wolfe may be battling for one roster spot.
The Lions are hoping to use rookie WR Derrick Williams in a variety of roles.
CB Pat Lee and S Anthony Smith are making their way up the depth chart in the Packers secondary.
Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com pegs Vikings RB Adrian Peterson as the league's best tailback.
TE Tony Gonzalez discussed joining the Falcons during an interview with Jim Rome.
Scott Fowler of the Charlotte Observer wonders what would have happened if the Panthers drafted Steve McNair.
The Saints have entered into "a wonderfully hot and spicy relationship" with the makers of Crystal Hot Sauce.
Buccaneers RB Clifton
Darren Urban of AZCardinals.com has doubts that the words in Cardinals DT Darnell Dockett's return announcement were his own.
Mike Sando of ESPN.com doesn't think there's anything to trade rumors involving Rams T Alex Barron.
Bob Titchenal, a member of the first 49ers team in 1946, died at the age of 91.
Said Seahawks QB Mike Teel of QB Matt Hasselbeck, "To actually watch him work and the way he goes about it, the mental approach he takes towards it is incredible. For me, to come in and watch how he does it, you can't even put into words how beneficial that is." [Editor's note: Mike, you've got something on your nose. Have you been eating Nutella?]
Only the Bengals would tab a running back who has a history of being a turd and averaged 3.5 yds/carry with them as their starter going into the season without competition.
Also, when Prisco from CBS grades running backs, is he talking about the position or the best runner? Peterson can't pass block to save his life, is a poor receiver out of the backfield and has a huge problem with fumbling. Best runner? Yes. Best running back? Not even close.....
Can the Buccaneers please get a little respect? It's Clifton SMITH! The guy was in the Pro Bowl for chrissake... Led the game in all purpose yardage... Jeez...
Buccaneers RB Clifton Brown is working to overcome his fumbling problems.
The player's name is Clifton Smith not Clifton Brown. Wow... I thought you guys were a credible source.
Derrick Williams resurrected the Penn State program. I'm not a Lions fan, but I was excited when they drafted him. I watched every college game he played in and, while he may need some time to adjust, I think he'll make a great pro.
"Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com pegs Vikings RB Adrian Peterson as the league's best tailback. "
Wow, he really went out on a limb there...
hey second day in a row the packers link hasnt worked
Benson needs a back-up, huh?
And Thomas Jones is disgruntled in New York, right?
So YOU fill in the blank:
(See? It was just as utterly f**king ridiculous the FIRST time around!! Hope the Bears have at least learned their goddamm lesson).
The Broncos are holding a vote to name their 50th anniversary team. [Editor's note: We encourage everyone to vote for Jay Cutler. And Daryl Gardener.]
Too funny. And somehow people are going to forget about #7??? No way. It's like encouraging people to vote for "Day By Day" instead of "Seinfeld" for best sitcom.
# Slow Joe says: July 7, 2009 11:42 AM
"Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com pegs Vikings RB Adrian Peterson as the league's best tailback. "
Wow, he really went out on a limb there...
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He really did considering the running back position entails other things like you know, receiving, pass protecting and more importantly not fumbling the ball away to the opposing defense.
Colt Brennan better hope his shortness gets better every day.
whatthehellisgoingonoutthere says:
July 7, 2009 10:41 AM
Also, when Prisco from CBS grades running backs, is he talking about the position or the best runner? Peterson can't pass block to save his life, is a poor receiver out of the backfield and has a huge problem with fumbling. Best runner? Yes. Best running back? Not even close.....
whatthehellisgoingonoutthere says:
July 7, 2009 1:51 PM
# Slow Joe says: July 7, 2009 11:42 AM
"Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com pegs Vikings RB Adrian Peterson as the league's best tailback. "
Wow, he really went out on a limb there...
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He really did considering the running back position entails other things like you know, receiving, pass protecting and more importantly not fumbling the ball away to the opposing defense.
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We get the point --- you think AP is overrated.
In fact, we got it after first post...