Published on: 20th July, 2010
Even at pick No. 1, it’s never a safe bet. If anything, there’s more cause for concern over the top pick than any other in the draft. Injuries and ineffectiveness have plagued no. 1 picks in the past, and it’s unrealistic to ignore the possibility. Will Chris Johnson deliver on his ...Published on: 19th July, 2010
When a team signs a free agent, it's done under the impression that the player will produce up to the paycheck they're receiving. Let's face it, though: that doesn't always happen. Every free agent has a different background—from young ones to veterans, from established to unproven, from a better team to ...Published on: 16th July, 2010
Every diva needs a reality check; the 2010 offseason has been just that for Terrell Owens. Unlike previous seasons, teams haven't been too eager to sign the oft-troubled receiver. That hasn't stopped him from grabbing the occasional headlines, though—if anything, the lack of interest has sparked media curiosity. That's why when T.O. ...Published on: 15th July, 2010
Every year, rookies find a way to make an impression in fantasy. Whether it’s an injury or simply rotational time, the players were drafted for a reason and their coaches intend to utilize them. These aren’t necessarily players I find to be top draft selections in your fantasy league. I’m ...Published on: 12th July, 2010
Over time, many NFL players see their skills diminish. With so much heavy contact, it's no wonder the tires often lose their tread. It's just a natural occurrence in the sport. Younger players are brought in, and the veterans value starts to seem lower and lower with every blazing-fast step the ...Published on: 7th July, 2010
The NFL offseason often becomes like a Hollywood drama of emotional players and militant front office reps. The recent episode between the San Diego Chargers and Vincent Jackson has been no different. Not only is Jackson searching for a contract extension, having not yet signed his RFA tender, but he also ...Published on: 6th July, 2010
With so much turnover on the Patriots roster over the past few years, it's put up or shut up time for several players. I've listed ten players that I believe to be breakout candidates for 2010. This doesn't mean I think they will all break out; if they did, I'd expect ...Published on: 5th July, 2010
The most painful losses come when success is so close you can taste it. For these teams (well, most of them), it seemed as though they were on the doorstep of greatness. Then, the door provided a reality check as it swung back, hit the team in the face, and knocked ...Published on: 30th June, 2010
The New England Patriots have one of the toughest schedules in the NFL next season, with their opponent's winning percentage at 53.13. They also have an unusual schedule that has them with no more than one home game in a row. Still, with mostly a carry-over unit on both sides of ...Published on: 28th June, 2010
During the offseason, NFL writers have the thankless task of digging for relevant material to talk about. Whether it be recent player transactions, position battles, contract negotiations, or anything in between, writers are simply trying their hardest not to slip from the memory of their readers over the long six-month stretch ...