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Denver Broncos: More Critical to Team's Success? Montee Ball or Wes Welker?

The Denver Broncos enter the season with high expectations. LVH Superbook lists the Broncos—along with the Patriots and Niners—as the favorites to win the Super Bowl in 2014, with 5-1 odds. A lot of that has to do with the fact thatShow More Summary

Nick Mangold says Jets want Mark Sanchez to be their starter

New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez has taken plenty of abuse – most of it justified – from teammates, media and fans alike for his performance as the team’s starter the last two seasons. Teammates anonymously took shots at the Jets signal-caller last year and have continued to do so well into the offseason. But not…

Report: Evidence puts Hernandez with dead “associate” on evening of murder

Earlier today, Tom Curran gave an ominous assessment of the manner in which the investigation regarding a death of Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez’s “associate” could unfold. It’s apparently unfolding. The victim has officially been identified as 27-year-old Odin Lloyd, and his death has been ruled a homicide.  According to FOX 25 in Boston, police…

Jennings praises Patterson’s ability to get separation

Regarded as a potential deep threat, Vikings first-round receiver Cordarrelle Patterson has something that arguably will be even more valuable over the balance of his career, if he keeps it — the ability to get open at the top of his route. Veteran Greg Jennings praised Patterson for what Jennings calls “that definitive step,” which…

Cardinals coach Bruce Arians: Fans could be a problem for a gay player

Cardinals coach Bruce Arians believes that a gay player's biggest hurdle wouldn't be locker room acceptance, it would be opposing fans.

Breaking Down Vince Wilfork's Impact on the New England Patriots Defense

When an NFL player decides to call it a career, they are immortalized by the numbers they leave behind. How many Super Bowls, Pro Bowls, sacks, interceptions, completions, rushing yards, receptions and touchdowns—all are used as measurements in determining one's legacy. Show More Summary

Griese, Taylor square off for last spot on Dolphins Mt. Rushmore

The Dolphins got their Mt. Rushmore today, and three of them were easy:  Shula, Marino, Csonka. The only discrepancy between Pro Football Talk and PFT Planet came on the question of whether Bob Griese or Jason Taylor should get the fourth spot. Watch the video, hear the debate, check out the voting results, and chime…

Examining Washington Redskins' Offseason and Key Preseason Positional Battles

Patience is a virtue. For the Washington Redskins, patience is what this offseason has been all about. After trading away much of their 2013 draft in acquiring Robert Griffin III last year, the Redskins weren’t expected to make a big splash in late April. Show More Summary

Pollard doesn’t care about reaction to his “kill” comments

In the post-bounty NFL, players and coaches aren’t supposed to say publicly the stuff they undoubtedly scream privately.  Titans safety Bernard Pollard didn’t get the memo.  Or he doesn’t care. Bet the latter. “I don’t care what they have to say,” Pollard said regarding those who may criticize him for using such blunt language, via…

Robert Griffin III Debuts Newest Adidas Shoes

In a proud announcement like a father showing off his newborn, Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III posted a picture of the latest and greatest in shoes from Adidas on his Facebook site Wednesday night. Along with the photo, Griffin noted, "CANT WAIT to try these out tomorrow." Whoa, RG3, take it easy. Show More Summary

College Football: An Undergraduates Guide to the Game Day Experience

The undergraduate experience only happens once, and everyday should be treated as such. The most memorable phenomenon that occurs during ones tenure as a scholar of higher learning is that of Game Day. Game Day refers to any day in which a football game is being held on the school grounds. Show More Summary

Bernard Pollard: Titans on mission to kill in 2013

Bernard Pollard has set one goal for the Titans this season: To win the Super Bowl. He also has a mission for the team: To kill.

1 Nightmare Recruiting Scenario for Each Top 10 Recruiting Class

Recruiting is unpredictable and many things can happen between now and national signing day. College football programs deal with many daily issues and coaches have to put out a lot of fires. Some issues are small, while others can be nightmares. Show More Summary

10 Early Winners and Losers of Philadelphia Eagles Offseason

Years and years of watching the NFL should teach a fan never to put too much stock in the offseason. Anyone can play well in organized team activities or training camp or even preseason games, and a player’s early success very rarely has an impact on what he does in the regular season. Show More Summary

8 College Football Teams That Will Get More Exposure Than They Deserve in 2013

Every season, we discover that some teams were overrated and that some teams were underrated, based on what prognosticators said before the season started. This list will feature eight teams that I feel prognosticators have regarded too highly heading into the 2013 season. Show More Summary

Bills’ Mt. Rushmore sparks Smith vs. Reed debate

For three of the spots on the Bills’ Mt. Rushmore, the process was easy: Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas, and O.J. Simpson. For the last spot, things got slightly more complex. I gave it to receiver Andre Reed, and PFT Planet awarded it to defensive end Bruce Smith. Check out the video of the segment from…

Former NHL coach doesn’t want to be called “Redskin”

Last week, former NBA coach Phil Jackson called the term Redskins “highly offensive.”  This week, a former NHL coach of Native American origin agreed with the assessment. “I’d be very offended,” former Sabres and Islanders coach Ted Nolan told Tim Graham of the Buffalo News regarding the prospect of being greeted with a label the…

ProFootballTalk: Buffalo Bills Mt.Rushmore

Mike Florio has selected Andre Reed, Thurman Thomas, Jim Kelly and O.J. Simpson to his Mt. Rushmore of Buffalo Bills. The fans of PFT agree with three out of those four selections, but replaced Reed with DE Bruce Smith.

Dr. Chao’s choice to quit the Chargers may have been influenced by loss of hospital privileges

Controversial Chargers physician David Chao recently resigned his post with the team due to health concerns, along with a desire to spend more time with his family. The decision apparently was influenced by a fairly important external development.  According to Brent Schrotenboer of USA Today, a pair of San Diego hospitals had barred Chao from…

ProFootballTalk: One-on-one with Don Shula

Legendary head coach Don Shula talks with Erik Kuselias about the most iconic faces in the history of the Miami Dolphins franchise. Shula also discusses his life after football and his legendary undefeated team.

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