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Thursday, 6 November 2014
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The NFL's Biggest Surprises Of Week 9: Dolphins Are Contenders

The Steelers In The Race For First Place In Their Division

Just a half of a game behind the Bengals, the Steelers are in second place in the AFC North. At 3-3 after Week 6, the Steelers were considered the worst in their division, but they have come back, outscoring their past three opponents 124-80. The Bengals and Browns have struggled to carve out wins against seemingly inferior teams, while the last time that the Ravens have beaten a team with a record of .500 or better was in Week 3. Considering the standings, this division still looks to be up for grabs, but the Steelers are the hottest of them all right now.

 

The Chargers Were Shut Down At Home By The Dolphins

Ryan Tannehill put up the best numbers of his career, leading the Dolphins to a 37-0 victory over the now 5-4 Chargers. The Chargers are now on a three-game losing streak, which may be detrimental to their playoff run. The Dolphins on the other hand, are 5-3 and have put up three excellent performances in the row. After this game, Miami is now in close competition with the Patriots (7-2) and the Bills (5-3) for the AFC East title.

 

The Rams Upset The 49ers In Santa Clara

This game may be remembered by the controversial call at the end, but what one of the most notable occurances is that the Rams have held star running back Frank Gore to just 87 yards off of 30 carries in their two games this year. They also improved tremendously in coverage, as Colin Kaepernick threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns less than he had in their Week 6 match-up. The Rams may still buried in the NFC West race, though, as their offense cannot be relied on to put up points.

 

Peyton Manning And The Broncos' Offense Was Held To Just 21 Points

The Patriots' defense has been solid as of recently, even with key losses, but each of the Patriots' past three opponents put up more points than the Broncos. The Bills, Jets, and Bears are all ranked in the bottom half of the league in points per game, but they put up 22, 25, and 23 points against the Patriots, respectively. The Broncos, who have averaged more than 30 points per game, put up just 21, while Peyton Manning threw the ball a season-high 57 times.

 

The Raiders Are One Of The League's Most Competitive Teams

Calling the Raiders one of the most competitive teams in the NFL may be a bit of a stretch, but look at what they have done against great teams. Of their eight losses, they have lost four by one possession or less, and three of those games came against contenders. The Patriots, Seahawks, and Chargers are all very talented teams, but they beat the Raiders just by a combined 16 points. A touchdown for the Raiders would have won games against the Seahawks and the Chargers, while it would have tied things up against the Patriots. What is more impressive is that they were able to hold their own in Seattle and Foxborough, two of the hardest fields to play in as the away team.






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The NFL's Biggest Surprises Of Week 9: Dolphins Are Contenders

The Steelers In The Race For First Place In Their Division

Just a half of a game behind the Bengals, the Steelers are in second place in the AFC North. At 3-3 after Week 6, the Steelers were considered the worst in their division, but they have come back, outscoring their past three opponents 124-80. The Bengals and Browns have struggled to carve out wins against seemingly inferior teams, while the last time that the Ravens have beaten a team with a record of .500 or better was in Week 3. Considering the standings, this division still looks to be up for grabs, but the Steelers are the hottest of them all right now.

 

The Chargers Were Shut Down At Home By The Dolphins

Ryan Tannehill put up the best numbers of his career, leading the Dolphins to a 37-0 victory over the now 5-4 Chargers. The Chargers are now on a three-game losing streak, which may be detrimental to their playoff run. The Dolphins on the other hand, are 5-3 and have put up three excellent performances in the row. After this game, Miami is now in close competition with the Patriots (7-2) and the Bills (5-3) for the AFC East title.

 

The Rams Upset The 49ers In Santa Clara

This game may be remembered by the controversial call at the end, but what one of the most notable occurances is that the Rams have held star running back Frank Gore to just 87 yards off of 30 carries in their two games this year. They also improved tremendously in coverage, as Colin Kaepernick threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns less than he had in their Week 6 match-up. The Rams may still buried in the NFC West race, though, as their offense cannot be relied on to put up points.

 

Peyton Manning And The Broncos' Offense Was Held To Just 21 Points

The Patriots' defense has been solid as of recently, even with key losses, but each of the Patriots' past three opponents put up more points than the Broncos. The Bills, Jets, and Bears are all ranked in the bottom half of the league in points per game, but they put up 22, 25, and 23 points against the Patriots, respectively. The Broncos, who have averaged more than 30 points per game, put up just 21, while Peyton Manning threw the ball a season-high 57 times.

 

The Raiders Are One Of The League's Most Competitive Teams

Calling the Raiders one of the most competitive teams in the NFL may be a bit of a stretch, but look at what they have done against great teams. Of their eight losses, they have lost four by one possession or less, and three of those games came against contenders. The Patriots, Seahawks, and Chargers are all very talented teams, but they beat the Raiders just by a combined 16 points. A touchdown for the Raiders would have won games against the Seahawks and the Chargers, while it would have tied things up against the Patriots. What is more impressive is that they were able to hold their own in Seattle and Foxborough, two of the hardest fields to play in as the away team.






Wednesday, 5 November 2014
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The NFL's Biggest Surprises Of Week 9: Dolphins Are Contenders

The Steelers In The Race For First Place In Their Division

Just a half of a game behind the Bengals, the Steelers are in second place in the AFC North. At 3-3 after Week 6, the Steelers were considered the worst in their division, but they have come back, outscoring their past three opponents 124-80. The Bengals and Browns have struggled to carve out wins against seemingly inferior teams, while the last time that the Ravens have beaten a team with a record of .500 or better was in Week 3. Considering the standings, this division still looks to be up for grabs, but the Steelers are the hottest of them all right now.

 

The Chargers Were Shut Down At Home By The Dolphins

Ryan Tannehill put up the best numbers of his career, leading the Dolphins to a 37-0 victory over the now 5-4 Chargers. The Chargers are now on a three-game losing streak, which may be detrimental to their playoff run. The Dolphins on the other hand, are 5-3 and have put up three excellent performances in the row. After this game, Miami is now in close competition with the Patriots (7-2) and the Bills (5-3) for the AFC East title.

 

The Rams Upset The 49ers In Santa Clara

This game may be remembered by the controversial call at the end, but what one of the most notable occurances is that the Rams have held star running back Frank Gore to just 87 yards off of 30 carries in their two games this year. They also improved tremendously in coverage, as Colin Kaepernick threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns less than he had in their Week 6 match-up. The Rams may still buried in the NFC West race, though, as their offense cannot be relied on to put up points.

 

Peyton Manning And The Broncos' Offense Was Held To Just 21 Points

The Patriots' defense has been solid as of recently, even with key losses, but each of the Patriots' past three opponents put up more points than the Broncos. The Bills, Jets, and Bears are all ranked in the bottom half of the league in points per game, but they put up 22, 25, and 23 points against the Patriots, respectively. The Broncos, who have averaged more than 30 points per game, put up just 21, while Peyton Manning threw the ball a season-high 57 times.

 

The Raiders Are One Of The League's Most Competitive Teams

Calling the Raiders one of the most competitive teams in the NFL may be a bit of a stretch, but look at what they have done against great teams. Of their eight losses, they have lost four by one possession or less, and three of those games came against contenders. The Patriots, Seahawks, and Chargers are all very talented teams, but they beat the Raiders just by a combined 16 points. A touchdown for the Raiders would have won games against the Seahawks and the Chargers, while it would have tied things up against the Patriots. What is more impressive is that they were able to hold their own in Seattle and Foxborough, two of the hardest fields to play in as the away team.






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The NFL's Biggest Surprises Of Week 9: Dolphins Are Contenders

The Steelers In The Race For First Place In Their Division

Just a half of a game behind the Bengals, the Steelers are in second place in the AFC North. At 3-3 after Week 6, the Steelers were considered the worst in their division, but they have come back, outscoring their past three opponents 124-80. The Bengals and Browns have struggled to carve out wins against seemingly inferior teams, while the last time that the Ravens have beaten a team with a record of .500 or better was in Week 3. Considering the standings, this division still looks to be up for grabs, but the Steelers are the hottest of them all right now.

 

The Chargers Were Shut Down At Home By The Dolphins

Ryan Tannehill put up the best numbers of his career, leading the Dolphins to a 37-0 victory over the now 5-4 Chargers. The Chargers are now on a three-game losing streak, which may be detrimental to their playoff run. The Dolphins on the other hand, are 5-3 and have put up three excellent performances in the row. After this game, Miami is now in close competition with the Patriots (7-2) and the Bills (5-3) for the AFC East title.

 

The Rams Upset The 49ers In Santa Clara

This game may be remembered by the controversial call at the end, but what one of the most notable occurances is that the Rams have held star running back Frank Gore to just 87 yards off of 30 carries in their two games this year. They also improved tremendously in coverage, as Colin Kaepernick threw for 106 yards and two touchdowns less than he had in their Week 6 match-up. The Rams may still buried in the NFC West race, though, as their offense cannot be relied on to put up points.

 

Peyton Manning And The Broncos' Offense Was Held To Just 21 Points

The Patriots' defense has been solid as of recently, even with key losses, but each of the Patriots' past three opponents put up more points than the Broncos. The Bills, Jets, and Bears are all ranked in the bottom half of the league in points per game, but they put up 22, 25, and 23 points against the Patriots, respectively. The Broncos, who have averaged more than 30 points per game, put up just 21, while Peyton Manning threw the ball a season-high 57 times.

 

The Raiders Are One Of The League's Most Competitive Teams

Calling the Raiders one of the most competitive teams in the NFL may be a bit of a stretch, but look at what they have done against great teams. Of their eight losses, they have lost four by one possession or less, and three of those games came against contenders. The Patriots, Seahawks, and Chargers are all very talented teams, but they beat the Raiders just by a combined 16 points. A touchdown for the Raiders would have won games against the Seahawks and the Chargers, while it would have tied things up against the Patriots. What is more impressive is that they were able to hold their own in Seattle and Foxborough, two of the hardest fields to play in as the away team.






Tuesday, 30 September 2014
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Cut to the Chase: The True Heisman Contenders

While he looked like his old self in a 56-41 win over North Carolina State, it did nothing to help Jameis Winston in his chances of winning another Heisman Trophy. Those plans left the building a long time ago with a summer of madness and a fall of broken dreams. Winston is a walking contradiction of a player with too much talent for his own good and a mouth and immaturity that continually gets him in trouble.

Johnny Manziel was no saint, but his actions were not as loud as Winston on and off a playing field.

Now, it’s time to get down to business. With five weeks gone in the college football season, boys and men are separated to see who really has a REAL shot at winning the most prestigious award in college sports. It is not as cut and dry as you think and it is not as easy to select a quarterback or tailback at this point. There is some pretty good talent out there.

Here are the seven REAL candidate who deserve consideration.

7. Brett Hundley, Quarterback, UCLA

Hundley reminds me a lot of Donovan McNabb with more athleticism. He has a strong arm, makes all the throws you want and when he needs to move out of the pocket, he uses his feet very well. Injuries have been a concern early this year. Also, playing in the Pac 12 hurts him because Mariota is ahead of him. Sean Mannion may be ahead of him as well, but Hundley has brought swagger back to UCLA.

6. Leonard Williams, Defensive End, USC

This is not one of those obligatory picks where you must include a defensive player. Williams is every bit as good as Steve Emtman was, without the injuries. Williams figures to be a top five pick in the 2015 Draft, first overall if Jacksonville or Oakland have the first choice. Williams is fast, aggressive and a tackling machine. He may be able to play outside in 3-4 units.

5. Trevor Knight, Quarterback, Oklahoma

He is how this works. Knight and Geno Torretta fit this profile. While Knight is a great athlete and can run and throw, if Oklahoma is in a position to win the national title, then Knight – like Torretta so many years ago at Miami, wins the title by default. The stats may not be the best in the country, but the best player on the best team in the country wins the hardware.

4. Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin

It is good to see great running backs this season in college football. Gordon is one of the best and each week, he goes out and proves it time and time again how lucky Wisconsin is to have home toting the football around. If not for Todd Gurley, Gordon would be the highest ranked runner on draft boards. He still may be after it is all done.

3. Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia

He runs for 198 yards against South Carolina and then follows it up against Tennessee with 208 yards. That is SEC competition to you and me. Gurley is by far the best in the game right now, and with Georgia’s schedule, there is no reason to believe he won’t be racking up huge numbers the remainder of the season.

2. Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama

THE BEST PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL.  Yes, Alabama has some great weapons on the team and it has a huge advantage in the running game. But if the Crimson Tide wants to win another national title, get the ball to Cooper early and often. He is every bit as good, possibly better, than Julio Jones and has the speed to break defensive backs’ ankles. Receivers don’t usually get a pulse in this race. Cooper deserves complete consideration.

1. Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon

The kid is the antithesis of Winston. While he is not as gifted as the FSU wonder, Mariota is basically doing the same things he did last year at this point. He is more poised in the pocket this season and not as banged up as he was in 2013. Because it is customary to give the award to a quarterback, I would say he is the front runner. But he may not be the best player in the game.






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Cut to the Chase: The True Heisman Contenders

While he looked like his old self in a 56-41 win over North Carolina State, it did nothing to help Jameis Winston in his chances of winning another Heisman Trophy. Those plans left the building a long time ago with a summer of madness and a fall of broken dreams. Winston is a walking contradiction of a player with too much talent for his own good and a mouth and immaturity that continually gets him in trouble.

Johnny Manziel was no saint, but his actions were not as loud as Winston on and off a playing field.

Now, it’s time to get down to business. With five weeks gone in the college football season, boys and men are separated to see who really has a REAL shot at winning the most prestigious award in college sports. It is not as cut and dry as you think and it is not as easy to select a quarterback or tailback at this point. There is some pretty good talent out there.

Here are the seven REAL candidate who deserve consideration.

7. Brett Hundley, Quarterback, UCLA

Hundley reminds me a lot of Donovan McNabb with more athleticism. He has a strong arm, makes all the throws you want and when he needs to move out of the pocket, he uses his feet very well. Injuries have been a concern early this year. Also, playing in the Pac 12 hurts him because Mariota is ahead of him. Sean Mannion may be ahead of him as well, but Hundley has brought swagger back to UCLA.

6. Leonard Williams, Defensive End, USC

This is not one of those obligatory picks where you must include a defensive player. Williams is every bit as good as Steve Emtman was, without the injuries. Williams figures to be a top five pick in the 2015 Draft, first overall if Jacksonville or Oakland have the first choice. Williams is fast, aggressive and a tackling machine. He may be able to play outside in 3-4 units.

5. Trevor Knight, Quarterback, Oklahoma

He is how this works. Knight and Geno Torretta fit this profile. While Knight is a great athlete and can run and throw, if Oklahoma is in a position to win the national title, then Knight – like Torretta so many years ago at Miami, wins the title by default. The stats may not be the best in the country, but the best player on the best team in the country wins the hardware.

4. Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin

It is good to see great running backs this season in college football. Gordon is one of the best and each week, he goes out and proves it time and time again how lucky Wisconsin is to have home toting the football around. If not for Todd Gurley, Gordon would be the highest ranked runner on draft boards. He still may be after it is all done.

3. Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia

He runs for 198 yards against South Carolina and then follows it up against Tennessee with 208 yards. That is SEC competition to you and me. Gurley is by far the best in the game right now, and with Georgia’s schedule, there is no reason to believe he won’t be racking up huge numbers the remainder of the season.

2. Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama

THE BEST PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL.  Yes, Alabama has some great weapons on the team and it has a huge advantage in the running game. But if the Crimson Tide wants to win another national title, get the ball to Cooper early and often. He is every bit as good, possibly better, than Julio Jones and has the speed to break defensive backs’ ankles. Receivers don’t usually get a pulse in this race. Cooper deserves complete consideration.

1. Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon

The kid is the antithesis of Winston. While he is not as gifted as the FSU wonder, Mariota is basically doing the same things he did last year at this point. He is more poised in the pocket this season and not as banged up as he was in 2013. Because it is customary to give the award to a quarterback, I would say he is the front runner. But he may not be the best player in the game.






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Cut to the Chase: The True Heisman Contenders

While he looked like his old self in a 56-41 win over North Carolina State, it did nothing to help Jameis Winston in his chances of winning another Heisman Trophy. Those plans left the building a long time ago with a summer of madness and a fall of broken dreams. Winston is a walking contradiction of a player with too much talent for his own good and a mouth and immaturity that continually gets him in trouble.

Johnny Manziel was no saint, but his actions were not as loud as Winston on and off a playing field.

Now, it’s time to get down to business. With five weeks gone in the college football season, boys and men are separated to see who really has a REAL shot at winning the most prestigious award in college sports. It is not as cut and dry as you think and it is not as easy to select a quarterback or tailback at this point. There is some pretty good talent out there.

Here are the seven REAL candidate who deserve consideration.

7. Brett Hundley, Quarterback, UCLA

Hundley reminds me a lot of Donovan McNabb with more athleticism. He has a strong arm, makes all the throws you want and when he needs to move out of the pocket, he uses his feet very well. Injuries have been a concern early this year. Also, playing in the Pac 12 hurts him because Mariota is ahead of him. Sean Mannion may be ahead of him as well, but Hundley has brought swagger back to UCLA.

6. Leonard Williams, Defensive End, USC

This is not one of those obligatory picks where you must include a defensive player. Williams is every bit as good as Steve Emtman was, without the injuries. Williams figures to be a top five pick in the 2015 Draft, first overall if Jacksonville or Oakland have the first choice. Williams is fast, aggressive and a tackling machine. He may be able to play outside in 3-4 units.

5. Trevor Knight, Quarterback, Oklahoma

He is how this works. Knight and Geno Torretta fit this profile. While Knight is a great athlete and can run and throw, if Oklahoma is in a position to win the national title, then Knight – like Torretta so many years ago at Miami, wins the title by default. The stats may not be the best in the country, but the best player on the best team in the country wins the hardware.

4. Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin

It is good to see great running backs this season in college football. Gordon is one of the best and each week, he goes out and proves it time and time again how lucky Wisconsin is to have home toting the football around. If not for Todd Gurley, Gordon would be the highest ranked runner on draft boards. He still may be after it is all done.

3. Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia

He runs for 198 yards against South Carolina and then follows it up against Tennessee with 208 yards. That is SEC competition to you and me. Gurley is by far the best in the game right now, and with Georgia’s schedule, there is no reason to believe he won’t be racking up huge numbers the remainder of the season.

2. Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama

THE BEST PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL.  Yes, Alabama has some great weapons on the team and it has a huge advantage in the running game. But if the Crimson Tide wants to win another national title, get the ball to Cooper early and often. He is every bit as good, possibly better, than Julio Jones and has the speed to break defensive backs’ ankles. Receivers don’t usually get a pulse in this race. Cooper deserves complete consideration.

1. Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon

The kid is the antithesis of Winston. While he is not as gifted as the FSU wonder, Mariota is basically doing the same things he did last year at this point. He is more poised in the pocket this season and not as banged up as he was in 2013. Because it is customary to give the award to a quarterback, I would say he is the front runner. But he may not be the best player in the game.






Monday, 29 September 2014
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Cut to the Chase: The True Heisman Contenders

While he looked like his old self in a 56-41 win over North Carolina State, it did nothing to help Jameis Winston in his chances of winning another Heisman Trophy. Those plans left the building a long time ago with a summer of madness and a fall of broken dreams. Winston is a walking contradiction of a player with too much talent for his own good and a mouth and immaturity that continually gets him in trouble.

Johnny Manziel was no saint, but his actions were not as loud as Winston on and off a playing field.

Now, it’s time to get down to business. With five weeks gone in the college football season, boys and men are separated to see who really has a REAL shot at winning the most prestigious award in college sports. It is not as cut and dry as you think and it is not as easy to select a quarterback or tailback at this point. There is some pretty good talent out there.

Here are the seven REAL candidate who deserve consideration.

7. Brett Hundley, Quarterback, UCLA

Hundley reminds me a lot of Donovan McNabb with more athleticism. He has a strong arm, makes all the throws you want and when he needs to move out of the pocket, he uses his feet very well. Injuries have been a concern early this year. Also, playing in the Pac 12 hurts him because Mariota is ahead of him. Sean Mannion may be ahead of him as well, but Hundley has brought swagger back to UCLA.

6. Leonard Williams, Defensive End, USC

This is not one of those obligatory picks where you must include a defensive player. Williams is every bit as good as Steve Emtman was, without the injuries. Williams figures to be a top five pick in the 2015 Draft, first overall if Jacksonville or Oakland have the first choice. Williams is fast, aggressive and a tackling machine. He may be able to play outside in 3-4 units.

5. Trevor Knight, Quarterback, Oklahoma

He is how this works. Knight and Geno Torretta fit this profile. While Knight is a great athlete and can run and throw, if Oklahoma is in a position to win the national title, then Knight – like Torretta so many years ago at Miami, wins the title by default. The stats may not be the best in the country, but the best player on the best team in the country wins the hardware.

4. Melvin Gordon, Running Back, Wisconsin

It is good to see great running backs this season in college football. Gordon is one of the best and each week, he goes out and proves it time and time again how lucky Wisconsin is to have home toting the football around. If not for Todd Gurley, Gordon would be the highest ranked runner on draft boards. He still may be after it is all done.

3. Todd Gurley, Running Back, Georgia

He runs for 198 yards against South Carolina and then follows it up against Tennessee with 208 yards. That is SEC competition to you and me. Gurley is by far the best in the game right now, and with Georgia’s schedule, there is no reason to believe he won’t be racking up huge numbers the remainder of the season.

2. Amari Cooper, Wide Receiver, Alabama

THE BEST PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL.  Yes, Alabama has some great weapons on the team and it has a huge advantage in the running game. But if the Crimson Tide wants to win another national title, get the ball to Cooper early and often. He is every bit as good, possibly better, than Julio Jones and has the speed to break defensive backs’ ankles. Receivers don’t usually get a pulse in this race. Cooper deserves complete consideration.

1. Marcus Mariota, Quarterback, Oregon

The kid is the antithesis of Winston. While he is not as gifted as the FSU wonder, Mariota is basically doing the same things he did last year at this point. He is more poised in the pocket this season and not as banged up as he was in 2013. Because it is customary to give the award to a quarterback, I would say he is the front runner. But he may not be the best player in the game.






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