The most dangerous play in sports could undoubtedly be the kickoff in football. The best athletes in the world running full steam at each other can make for life changing injuries. Well the National Football League is trying to make a statement and a difference in kickoffs this season. Yesterday …
Read More »Vernon Hargreaves Likely to Be a Top-10 Pick in NFL Draft
Florida’s Cornerback, Vernon Hargreaves III stood out as representatives from all 32 NFL teams attended Pro Day on Tuesday. In the Gator’s indoor practice facility, Hargreaves didn’t hesitate to show scouts that he is ready for the NFL. At 5-foot-10 1/2 and 207 pounds, Hargreaves was outstanding in his workout and position drills. Vernon’s Father, who is the linebacker coach at …
Read More »Many Questions to be Answered at Annual 2016 NFL Owners Meetings
When many think of the annual NFL Owners Meetings, nothing very exciting comes to mind. Usually, there’s discussion of a few rule changes that never come to fruition, a couple more that make minor adjustments to the game, and not much else that fans can get excited about. However, this …
Read More »Free Agency Begins in the NFL
That’s right football fans… after days of rumors, trades, and news, today is the day the deals become official. NFL free agents can begin to sign today, Wednesday, at 4 p.m. Some of the teams with the most cap room to work with include the Oakland Raiders, the Jacksonville Jaguars, …
Read More »Manning Says ‘Goodbye’ in Tearful Press Conference
Today an icon walked away from professional football. In front of a room filled with family, friends, former teammates and coaches, Peyton Manning announced his retirement from the NFL after 18 seasons. A visibly emotional Manning took to the podium and began recounting his first season in the league. Manning’s first season was …
Read More »Peyton Manning Announces Retirement After 18 Seasons
Two-time Super Bowl-winning quarterback Peyton Manning held a press conference today at 1 p.m., where he announced his retirement. Manning was the first overall pick in the 1998 NFL Draft for the Indianapolis Colts where he played 14 years of his NFL careers. He was later signed by the Denver …
Read More »NFL Preview: Steelers-Broncos Battle of the Beat Up
The first time the Denver Broncos (12-4) and Pittsburgh Steelers (10-6) met this season on December 20, Ben Roethlisberger looked sharp, completing 40 of his 55 passes for 380 yards and three touchdowns. Antonio Brown showed off his unbelievable talent catching 16 passes for 189 yards and two touchdowns, while …
Read More »AFC Divisional Round Preview: Kansas City at New England
The NFL divisional playoff round kicks off tomorrow from Foxborough, where the New England Patriots will play host to the Kansas City Chiefs. In the midst of this AFC matchup, Patriot receivers Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman are both listed as questionable. Patriots Pro Bowl defensive end Chandler Jones was hospitalized …
Read More »NFC Playoff Rivalry: Seahawks vs Panthers
Sundays NFL playoff game at Bank of America Stadium in North Carolina in sure to be an entertaining one between the Carolina Panthers and the Seattle Seahawks. This game will mark the second straight year these teams have met in the divisional round. Last season, the Seahawks won 31-17 at …
Read More »Decision Looms for Relocation of Two NFL Franchises
One thing is for sure, the Rams will be returning to Los Angeles. That being said, the temporary home for the Rams (University of Southern California Memorial Coliseum), is willing to host two teams in 2016. The Rams could be joined by the San Diego Chargers who now have a one-year …
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