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Detroit Lions: Best and Worst Options at Kick/Punt Return

The Josh Cribbs sweepstakes has come to a close. After about two months on the free agent market, the Oakland Raiders landed the longtime Cleveland Brown on a one-year deal. With that deal in place, the Detroit Lions' hunt for a new return man resumes. Show More Summary

The 6 Biggest Takeaways from Steelers Rookie Minicamp

Rookie minicamps have started across the NFL, signaling the official start of the league's offseason programs. In all reality, rookie minicamps are just extended versions of the NFL Scouting Combine for individual teams, but it does serve a purpose. Show More Summary

New York Jets: Geno Smith Must Win the Starting Quarterback Job

When the New York Jets signed quarterback David Garrard, the hope was that he would provide the necessary competition to bring out the best in Mark Sanchez or push him out the door. Once Geno Smith fell to the Jets during the NFL draft last month, the hope was that Garrard would provide valued veteran leadership and mentor the young quarterback. Show More Summary

New routine puts burden of responsibility on Eagles players

New Eagles coach Chip Kelly is asking his players to do more while they’re at the team facility. But he’s not asking them to hang around as long, which puts an extra burden on them. With Kelly trying to streamline practices, Eagles players should have even more free time on their hands, according to Jeff…

Husain Abdullah wanted to return to football in 2012

Safety Husain Abdullah drew a lot of attention for his decision to skip the 2012 season to join millions of other Muslims on a pilgrimage to Mecca. It’s not every day that you hear about a NFL starter in his prime walking away from the game when he’s still healthy enough to play it and…

Sunday Conversation: Bruce Arians

Recommended video: ESPN's Merril Hoge sat down recently with new Arizona Cardinals coach Bruce Arians for a discussion covering Carson Palmer, Tyrann Mathieu, calling plays and taking over for Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano on...Show More Summary

Michael Vick calls critics 'ignorant,' they 'know nothing about football'

Eagles quarterback Michael Vick lashed out at his critics, calling them "ignorant" and saying they "know nothing about football." That should end well.

Inside the Super Bowl L and LI voting process

With only two cities vying for Super Bowl L and then only two cities squaring off for Super Bowl LI on Tuesday, the voting process becomes much more simple than if three or more cities were being considered for one game. NFL spokesman Greg Aiello tells PFT via email that the procedure will consist of…

Green Bay Packers: A Scout's Perspective on the Changing of the Offensive Line

Like I normally do each Friday, I had an opportunity to talk with Chris Landry on the Steve Duemig show. When it comes to scouting talent in both the NFL and college football, Landry is one of the best in the business. Chris shared his...Show More Summary

Patriots hold ‘Football For You’ clinic for children of Newtown

On Dec. 14, 2012, America's collective heart was broken by the school shootings in Newtown, Conn., when twenty children and six staff members were killed. Six months later, as a community tries to put things back together as only they will know how... Show More Summary

Schiano says he’s “not against” starting Glennon

The Buccaneers might not have viewed drafting quarterback Mike Glennon as a message to incumbent quarterback Josh Freeman. But the more they talk about it, the more clear it becomes that they don’t mind it being perceived that way. Via Dan Pompei of the National Football Post, Buccaneers coach Greg Schiano compared his third-round pick…

Larry Fitzgerald: 2012 was most frustrating season I’ve ever had

Statistics don’t always tell the entire story, but they do a pretty good job of providing everything you need to know about how 2012 went for Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald. His 71 catches were his least for a season since 2006 and he never had a lower average than the 11.2 yards per catch…

2013 Fantasy Football Profile and Projection: Jets RB Chris Ivory

When it comes to fantasy sports, a player's opportunity can be nearly as important as his talent. Chris Ivory should finally get the opportunity to showcase his talent in 2013. Although Ivory led the New Orleans Saints in rushing inShow More Summary

Jets’ Mt. Rushmore may not have many recent faces

The process for nominating players, coaches, etc. to each team’s Mt. Rushmore has made its way back to Broadway, with the Jets officially on the clock. For Fireman Ed and company, the challenge is to show us your nominees for the four greatest contributors in franchise history. The problem is that there likely won’t be…

Chuck Pagano checks off 'bucket list' item at Indy Motor Speedway

Chuck Pagano went for a ride around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday. Just your casual spin around the track with Mario Andretti.

Super Bowls L and LI to be awarded this week

NFL owners will be gathering in Boston this week for a meeting that has one primary item on the agenda:  Awarding two Super Bowls. First, it’s Miami versus San Francisco for Super Bowl L.  Then, the loser takes on Houston for Super Bowl LI.  The votes will happen on Tuesday. Via Mike Rosenberg of the…

Wide-open race for Steelers' returner job

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have competition at running back and outside linebacker this year, although I believe rookies Le'Veon Bell and Jarvis Jones will win those jobs. The most wide-open battle in Pittsburgh is in the return game. The...Show More Summary

Nick Saban: Rolando McClain was fair to the Ravens

Linebacker Rolando McClain’s decision to retire from the NFL in an attempt to get his personal life in order seems like a wise thing for a player who has not been able to stay out of trouble since entering the professional ranks. According to McClain’s college coach, it’s also a decision that’s fair to a…

Which Injured Star Will Be Next Season's Adrian Peterson?

Every NFL season, there are players who suffer serious injuries—that is an inevitability of the sport that everyone who plays it and everyone who watches it knows. The following season, many of the injured return to the field, hoping that whatever befell their knees or shoulders doesn't continue to affect their play in a negative way. Show More Summary

Idzik’s 0-for-2 start has others taking shots already

New Jets General Manager John Idzik hasn’t even gotten his team to training camp yet, but folks around the league are already poking at his 0-for-2 start to free agency. Idzik’s first two moves were to sign veteran quarterback David Garrard and running back Mike Goodson. Garrard’s retiring because of a bad knee which the…

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