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Blog Post Archive
Video: NFL submits HGH testing proposal
John Clayton discusses the reported proposal by the NFL to increase human growth hormone testing.
Michael Crabtree fallout: Target rates telling
A reach into the NFC West mailbag on this Memorial Day weekend brings us back to the No. 1 topic around here for the past week: receiver Michael Crabtree's recently torn Achilles' tendon and its impact on the San Francisco 49ers' offense. "One...Show More Summary
Stacking the box against a loaded question
Defending a running back from criticism has been as simple as blaming defenses for "stacking the box" against him. It's usually not that simple. The subject came up here most recently after we considered why the St. Louis Rams had so few "explosive" running plays last season. '12 Rushing vs. Show More Summary
Patriots sign fourth-round pick Josh Boyce
The New England Patriots signed rookie receiver Josh Boyce to a four-year contract, the Boston Herald reports. The total value of the contract reportedly is worth $2.637 million. Boyce was New England’s fourth-round pick and will compete with several receivers for the No. Show More Summary
Healing needed for Bears, Brian Urlacher?
We've spent a good part of this week discussing feuds of varying degrees, from the dissipating animosity between Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers to the now-healed relationship between Mike Ditka and the Chicago Bears. Those situations...Show More Summary
Jets being hypocritical with Mike Goodson?
This month, a couple of fringe New York Jets -- Cliff Harris and Claude Davis -- were arrested for marijuana possession. The Jets swiftly cut both players without hesitation and without letting the legal system run its course. Last week, potential starting running back Mike Goodson also was arrested on drug and weapons charges. Show More Summary
Eight in the box: RB status check
How does each NFC North team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Chicago Bears: If you were drawing up plans for an experienced but diverse backfield, you could do a lot worse than modeling after the Bears. Starter...Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each NFC East team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Dallas Cowboys After a season in which they ranked third in the league in passing yards and 31st in rushing yards, the Cowboys seek greater balance in their offense. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each AFC East team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Buffalo Bills: The Bills have one of the NFL’s strongest duos in C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson. They complement each other very well. Spiller is a dynamic, home-run hitter, while Jackson runs hard between the tackles. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each NFC West team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Arizona Cardinals: This is a transitional year at the position for Arizona. Free-agent addition Rashard Mendenhall gets a shot to revive his career following a disappointing finish with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each AFC West team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Denver Broncos: The Broncos still have Willis McGahee, but he could become a salary-cap casualty. McGahee still runs hard and effectively (he’s averaged 4.4 and 4.8 yards the past two seasons), but this will be his 11th season and he missed six games in 2012. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each AFC North team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Baltimore Ravens: Ray Rice is only 26, but he has taken a lot of hits. Although he put together a fantastic season, as usual, in 2012, he looked worn down late in the year and during the Ravens’ Super Bowl run. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each NFC South team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Atlanta Falcons: The Falcons upgraded this position quite a bit in free agency by replacing Michael Turner with Steven Jackson. This will be Jackson’s 10th NFL season, but he is still running very hard and shows an impressive burst for his age. Show More Summary
Eight in the Box: RB status check
How does each AFC South team look at running back, and what still needs to be done? Houston: Led by Arian Foster, Houston is a run-first team, and just about everything the Texans do on offense stems from their rushing attack. Foster is a great fit for the Texans’ scheme and is a high-quality receiver as well. Show More Summary
Fisher's support good sign for Rok Watkins
The one-game NFL suspension recently levied against St. Louis Rams guard Rokevious Watkins looked like the latest setback in his attempt to win over the team's coaching staff. After all, Watkins had reported to training camp overweight as a rookie last year. Show More Summary
Cards' main risk protection in Mathieu deal
Tyrann Mathieu's new contract with the Arizona Cardinals is making headlines for the financial particulars. These particulars mean a great deal to the people directly involved in negotiations. Agents, team negotiators and Mathieu himself...Show More Summary
Lions: On Brandon Pettigrew's drops
I liked what I heard -- er, read -- from Detroit Lions tight end Brandon Pettigrew this week. As Tim Twentyman of the Lions' website writes, Pettigrew has pledged to rectify the series of negative plays he made last season. "I can't put what I did [last year] on anyone else," he said. Show More Summary
Jets are backbiting already?
Cue the circus music and get out the clown suits. The zany New York Jets are at it again. This time, the annual backbiting is occurring earlier than usual. One anonymous Jets player told Mike Freeman of CBSSports.com that “80 to 90 percent” of the locker room does not want quarterback Mark Sanchez under center. Show More Summary
RG II wants his son to throw more, run less
When you can't get RG III, you talk to RG II. As part of the futile attempt to satisfy the public appetite for news about Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III, his father has been doing interviews about Griffin's recovery...Show More Summary
Dannell Ellerbe can build own legacy in Miami
DAVIE, Fla. -- Dannell Ellerbe had to travel more than 1,100 miles south to escape Ray Lewis' large and overwhelming shadow. Coming off a Super Bowl victory, Ellerbe had a tough decision to make in free agency: He could either be heir...Show More Summary