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Blog Post Archive
The Anatomy of a 53-Man Roster in the NFL
There are so many ways to break down how NFL teams build their roster. Some teams build with youth while others collect veteran players. While no one formula for stacking an NFL roster is iron-clad, one rule in the NFL is: Teams are only allowed to have 53 players on their active roster. Show More Summary
Where Does NFL Talent Come From?
If there is anything all NFL players have in common, it is that they are part of an exclusive group of men that have reached the highest level of professional football. Millions of people worldwide are playing football, but a number smaller than 2,000 will decide the events of the 2013 season. Show More Summary
Will There Ever Be Room for A.J. Jenkins in San Francisco?
When Jim Harbaugh and Trent Baalke took over in San Francisco, the organization was in desperate need of big-play ability at the wide receiver position. In 2010, former 49ers head coach Mike Singletary fielded Michael Crabtree, Josh Morgan, Ted Ginn and Dominique Zeigler on a weekly basis. Show More Summary
NFL Teams Who Should Be Targeting Best Available Free Agents
For the most part the 2013 NFL offseason is over. However, there are still some available free agents who can immediately contribute. Likewise, there are teams that could use the help of certain players. This list was compiled by looking at specific player fits for teams. Show More Summary
Predicting the NFL's 10 Most Disappointing Players of 2013
It's impossible to predict what's going to happen during the 2013 NFL season. There are certain players that we have certain expectations for before the season begins, and the higher the expectations, then the greater chance there is of disappointment. Show More Summary
Chiefs QB Breakdown: Complete Position Evaluation and Depth Chart Analysis
Last season saw the Kansas City Chiefs finish with a franchise-worst 2-14 record. Considering that they were tied for a league-worst minus-24 in turnover differential, the team didn't get beat near as often as they simply gave games away. Show More Summary
Why Aaron Curry Will Face Uphill Battle to Make the New York Giants
Injury and opportunity are the driving forces of the NFL, and as a victim of the former and blessed with the latter, linebacker Aaron Curry is a member of the New York Giants—for now. Curry signed a one-year deal worth $780,000 to join Big Blue, according to Spotrac, as he looks to salvage being referred to as a bust. Show More Summary
New York Giants Quarterback Breakdown: Evaluation and Depth Chart Analysis
The New York Giants have their fair share of questions heading into the 2013 season. Who will be the starting right tackle? Can David Wilson excel as the feature running back? Will the defense bounce back from a miserable performance...Show More Summary
Miami Dolphins: 3 Deepest Positions Post-Draft and Free Agency
It has been a busy offseason for Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland. When Stephen Ross was willing to open up his wallet, Ireland didn't hesitate to take advantage. He went out and signed the best wide receiver available in Mike Wallace, managed to re-sign Brian Hartline and further improved the wide receiver position by adding Brandon Gibson. Show More Summary
6 Players the Chicago Bears Need to Step Up in 2013
The Chicago Bears upgraded several key positions this offseason, but they still have holes and will need returning players to improve their play if they're going to take the next step and make the playoffs. With the NFL draft and the bulk of free agency over with, the Bears basically know what their roster is going to look like. Show More Summary
Kyle Love to Be Released by Patriots with Non-Football Injury Designation
New England Patriots defensive tackle Kyle Love won’t be starting for the team this season. In fact, he won’t be a member of the team at all. According to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, the Patriots have informed Love of his release with aShow More Summary
Injured NFL Stars to Be Concerned About This Offseason
As much as coaches and players love to gloat about how far ahead all of their players are in their rehab schedules, no one truly knows how a player is going to react when the lights are on and the speed of the game is cranked all the way up. Show More Summary
6 Future Job Titles Tom Brady Could Have After Playing Career Is over
Expectations must be tempered when a sixth-round draft pick tells the owner of the team something to the tune of, "you'll never regret picking me." Well, unless that sixth-rounder's name is Tom Brady. It's hard to believe 13 years have passed since the Michigan quarterback was taken by the New England Patriots at No. Show More Summary
How Does David Garrard's Departure Impact the New York Jets' Quarterback Battle?
There may well be no more muddied quarterback situation in the NFL than in the Big Apple, but things appear to have cleared a bit for the New York Jets. Veteran quarterback David Garrard, who was signed in the offseason to ostensibly compete for the starting job for the Jets, instead didn't even make it to training camp. Show More Summary
Philadelphia Eagles: What Kind of an Impact Will Felix Jones Have in 2013?
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to a one-year deal with running back Felix Jones, the team announced Wednesday. Jones will join a crowded backfield that already includes LeSean McCoy, Bryce Brown, Chris Polk, Miguel Maysonet and Matthew Tucker. Show More Summary
Tennessee Titans: 5 Areas That Will Improve Next Season
With all of the changes that have come this offseason for the Tennessee Titans, one can only think that there will be some drastic improvement in 2013. Both the draft and free agency addressed some key weaknesses for the Titans, and it should help them possibly get to the next level. Show More Summary
Colin Kaepernick vs. Russell Wilson: Which QB Is the Best in the West
The NFC West, once considered a joke among the NFC, is now the new 'black and blue' division. Scratch that, this could be even bigger than the old classic 'black and blue' division that once dominated the headlines. We all know about...Show More Summary
Dwayne Bowe Said He Will Lead NFL in Catches and TDs, Charles in Rushing Yards
Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe is having a good offseason so far. In March, Bowe re-signed with the Chiefs, earning a five-year deal worth $56 million. Bowe will remain with the Chiefs and play under new head coach Andy Reid. The offseason moves made by the front office excites many Chiefs fans, as well as Bowe himself. Show More Summary
How Much Has Philadelphia's Offensive Line Improved?
One of the biggest downfalls of the 2012 Philadelphia Eagles was the offensive line. This was a porous unit that was decimated with injuries. The shoddy play of the line was directly responsible for the Eagles’ 4-12 record and subsequent last-place finish in the NFC East. Show More Summary
3 Keys to Russell Wilson Progressing with Seahawks in Sophomore Season
When Russell Wilson was at Wisconsin, I had a tough time finding flaws in his game. He was running a pro-style system and making great decisions with the ball. And contrary to criticism, his lack of height was not a detriment to his game. Show More Summary