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Panthers put tag on center Kalil

Posted by liangbreak on Saturday, October 29, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By Pat YasinskasThe Carolina Panthers continue to be the only NFC South team making news so far Tuesday. Our John Clayton reports the Panthers have placed the franchise tag on center Ryan Kalil.

That move should lock Kalil in at a one-year salary of about $10.5 million unless he and the team can work a long-term deal. I wouldn’t read too much into the fact the Panthers put the tag on Kalil, instead of defensive end Charles Johnson or running back DeAngelo Williams. This isn’t necessarily a...

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Panthers to get another look at Newton

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, October 28, 2011, In : Guti 
By Pat YasinskasWe’ve got a list of notable pro day workouts around the country over on our NFL Nation blog.

But the day that jumps out most to me is Tuesday. That’s when Auburn has its pro day. Carolina coach Ron Rivera already has said he’ll be there and I’m sure he’s going to have a ton of company from his coaching staff and front office.

There’s a decent chance that Carolina could use the No. 1 overall pick on an Auburn player. Quarterback Cam Newton and defensive tackle Nick Fa...

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No HOF nod for Steelers' Bettis, Dawson

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 25, 2011, In : Late 
By James Walker[+] EnlargeAllen Kee/NFL/Getty ImagesDuring his 13-year career Jerome Bettis topped 1,000 yards a season eight times.The AFC North will not have a representative in the 2011 Hall of Fame class. The division's two finalists -- Jerome Bettis and Dermontti Dawson -- failed to make the cut Saturday.

Bettis was one of the league's great running backs, spending most of his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers and rushing for 13,662 yards and 91 touchdowns. He did not make it beyond the...

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No hardware, but AFC East rookies solid

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 25, 2011, In : Guti 
Winners for the Associated Press 2010 Rookies of the Year will be announced Friday. Both appear to be foregone conclusions.

What a shock it would be if St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford and Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh didn't represent his side of the ball.

Still, it's an appropriate time to recognize a few remarkable rookie campaigns in the AFC East.

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No contest: Belichick wins coach of the year

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 25, 2011, In : African 
By Tim GrahamThe decision wasn't a foregone conclusion like Tom Brady one night before, but New England Patriots boss Bill Belichick handily won the Associated Press 2010 NFL Coach of the Year Award.

Belichick guided the Patriots to another division title and an NFL-best 14 victories despite challenging circumstances detailed on the AFC East blog Wednesday morning.

While Belichick had the benefit of Brady at quarterback, the Patriots went through a transitional phase both offensively and defens...

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Gabbert, Locker see QB needs galore

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, October 14, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By Tim GrahamINDIANAPOLIS -- Quarterbacks have started passing through the NFL combine media center here at Lucas Oil Stadium.

They're always a popular group with reporters, but the interest is even higher this year, with so many teams in need of improving the position.

The Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins are among the teams most closely scrutinizing quarterbacks at the combine.

"I believe it's a really good year to be a quarterback," Washington quarterback Jake Locker said. "You look at the dr...

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Friday injury report: Seahawks-Bears

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, October 14, 2011, In : optimistic 
By Kevin SeifertGetting inside a very brief Friday injury report for Sunday's Seahawks-Bears game: Seattle Seahawks: Linebacker Lofa Tatupu (concussion) was listed as questionable, but the odds appear in his favor of starting Sunday's game. All other players will be available. Chicago Bears: Nada. That's right. As has been the case for much of the second half of the season, everyone practiced Friday and no one is listed on the final injury report of the week.Share
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Friday injury report: Packers-Falcons

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, October 14, 2011, In : African 
By Kevin SeifertGetting inside the Friday injury report a day before Packers-Falcons:

Green Bay Packers: Linebacker Frank Zombo has been declared out. Safety Atari Bigby (groin) is questionable but has a good chance to be available. Offensive lineman Jason Spitz would have returned to practice Friday if the Packers had held one, and for that reason he is listed as questionable. Fullback Korey Hall (knee) is questionable, but seems to have a decent chance of being available. All other members o...

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Combine'11: Three questions with Locker

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 11, 2011,
By Kevin SeifertINDIANAPOLIS -- The first two days of the NFL scouting combine has offered an overwhelming amount of NFC North access, forcing our player interviews to the backburner. So when able, I'll sprinkle in three questions and answers with some of the players who have relevance to our teams.

First up is Washington quarterback Jake Locker, who could well be available to the Minnesota Vikings at No. 12 overall. Locker was projected as a possible No. 1 overall pick in 2010 before deciding...
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Combine'11: The intrigue of Nate Solder

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 11, 2011,
By Kevin SeifertINDIANAPOLIS -- We've spent some time discussing the top quarterbacks here at the NFL scouting combine, especially those who could fit into the Minnesota Vikings' future plans. We've looked at the dramatic, if fantastical, possibility of Oregon linebacker Casey Matthews joining his brother with the Green Bay Packers.

[+] EnlargeAP Photo/Darron CummingsColorado's Nate Solder recorded the top 40-yard dash time among offensive tackles (5.05).Among all the angles I encountered in I...
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Combine'11: Polar performances from QBs

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 11, 2011, In : Guti 
By Kevin SeifertINDIANAPOLIS -- I don't know how much attention NFL teams pay to the media portion of the scouting combine. After all, teams get 15 minutes of face time with 60 players to ask their own questions over the course of the event.

This much is clear, however: If the Minnesota Vikings were watching Saturday, they would have seen distinctly different approaches from two of the quarterbacks they are no doubt evaluating here. Arkansas' Ryan Mallett started it off with a series of increa...
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Bengals find their offensive coordinator

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 4, 2011, In : Guti 
By James WalkerA Gruden is coming to the AFC North. But it's not the one you might think.

Jay Gruden, the younger brother of Jon Gruden, has been hired by the Cincinnati Bengals to be their offensive coordinator. Profootballtalk.com first reported the move, which was later confirmed by ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Jay Gruden spent the past two years in the UFL and replaces longtime Cincinnati offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski. Despite some new additions, the Bengals' offense underachieved last seas...

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Ben Roethlisberger soaking it all in

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 4, 2011, In : African 
By James WalkerFORT WORTH, Texas -- From the moment Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger walked off the team plane Monday afternoon, his pocket camera hasn't left his side.

[+] EnlargeAP Photo/David J. PhillipPittsburgh QB Ben Roethlisberger soaks up the atmosphere after landing at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport on Monday.Roethlisberger is capturing the moments with his teammates, coaches, media, and even briefly put the camera on a certain AFC North blogger Monday while...

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Ben Roethlisberger is NFL's most clutch QB

Posted by liangbreak on Tuesday, October 4, 2011,
There always is a hot debate about who's the NFL's best quarterback. Tom Brady and Peyton Manning come to mind first, then it becomes a heated argument of who's next.

[+] EnlargeGregory Shamus/Getty ImagesTwo-time Super Bowl-winning QB Ben Roethlisberger has a 9-2 career playoff record.But with Super Bowl XLV just around the corner, who's currently the NFL's most clutch quarterback? It's hard to argue against Ben Roethlisberger of the Pittsburgh Steelers.

There is no better quarterback on the b...

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New name for Polian signifies only slight shift

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, September 30, 2011, In : African 
By Paul KuharskyINDIANAPOLIS -- costs Polians been Colts president because 1998.

Hes obtained a producer new name now, reviews Mike Chappell: vice chairman.

Whats it mean?

Perhaps not really a exceptional deal.
"From an outsider's eye, it won't be noticeable," operator Jim Irsay informed Chappell. "It's the organically grown progression with Chris [Polian] getting on extra of the role.

"But Bill's not clearing out his business office and he's not going getting gone. He'll be near to slightly -- sl...

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Combine'11: Coleman provides Lions versatility

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, September 30, 2011, In : Late 
INDIANAPOLIS -- last week, we discussed the availability of definitely free agent safeties Bob Sanders and O.J. Atogwe. on the time, the Detroit Lions experienced been pursuing an alternate avenue to fortify their safety placement earlier toward the lockout and draft.

Veteran Erik Coleman signed a one-year contract, and speaking right here on the NFL scouting combine, Lions instructor Jim Schwartz recommended the proceed was no flyer. Coleman was released over the Atlanta Falcons quickly after...

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Expect Raiders to eyesight this training star

Posted by liangbreak on Friday, September 30, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By cost WilliamsonINDIANAPOLIS -- sustain this determine handy within up coming few of months, Oakland Raiders fans: Ryan Bartholomew.

The Syracuse center could possibly be the earlier training star in the NFL combine.

That is considerable to Oakland. The Raiders adore combine training warriors, plus they possess a phone for at center. You phone for to look at Oakland an earlier favored to pursue Bartholomew.

He led all gamers within bench press competition Friday. Bartholomew do 34 repetitions ...

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An fascinating swap for Edgar Bennett

Posted by liangbreak on Thursday, September 29, 2011, In : Late 
By Kevin SeifertINDIANAPOLIS -- I should admit getting astonished Friday once the eco-friendly Bay Packers made Edgar Bennett their receivers coach. Bennett was a tailback in his actively playing times and has coached the location for that previous 6 years.

My following thought: Bennett is acknowledged getting a mentor who features a opportunity to go places.

Already, Bennett has the beneficial fortune to mentor for just about any high-profile offense that just won awesome Bowl XLV. That associ...

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Lockout'11: Senator calls for available publications

Posted by liangbreak on Thursday, September 29, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By Kevin SeifertNice! Some heavy hitters are starting to sign up for the chorus we sounded this month. In an op-ed released Friday within Washington Post, Sen. Jay Rockefeller of West Virginia regarded as for NFL proprietors to available their publications to some 3rd celebration in an work to construct count on in between the sides.
Rockefeller: What I'd want to create from NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell as well as the proprietors may possibly be considered a basic show of splendid faith: sho...

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Denver to pursue Atogwe, K.C. eye Rogers

Posted by liangbreak on Monday, September 26, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
INDIANAPOLIS -- Thursday night, we noted the Denver Broncos experienced been contemplating pursuing past Rams protection Oshiomogho Atogwe.

Friday, a supply near in the direction of the situation stated the Broncos are undoubtedly preparing to pursue Atogwe. He may be the 1st veteran the celebration has specific from the John Fox era. The Broncos are considering Atogwe because of the actuality he produces loads of turnovers.

Denver may be looking for several aggressive defensive players. The Br...

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Expect Raiders to eyesight this training star

Posted by liangbreak on Monday, September 26, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By expenses WilliamsonINDIANAPOLIS -- retain this determine handy inside the up coming few of months, Oakland Raiders fans: Ryan Bartholomew.

The Syracuse center may be the earlier training star in the NFL combine.

That is considerable to Oakland. The Raiders adore combine training warriors, plus they possess a phone for at center. You phone for to contemplate Oakland an earlier favored to pursue Bartholomew.

He led all avid gamers inside the bench press opposition Friday. Bartholomew do 34 repe...

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New name for Polian implies only slight shift

Posted by liangbreak on Saturday, September 24, 2011,
By Paul KuharskyINDIANAPOLIS -- expenses Polians been Colts president because 1998.

Hes obtained a producer new name now, reviews Mike Chappell: vice chairman.

Whats it mean?

Perhaps not only a terrific deal.
"From an outsider's eye, it won't be noticeable," vendor Jim Irsay informed Chappell. "It's the natural progression with Chris [Polian] getting on extra of the role.

"But Bill's not clearing out his workplace and he's not on the way for getting gone. He'll be near to slightly -- slightly -- l...

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Scouts Inc: day time two observations and nuggets

Posted by liangbreak on Saturday, September 24, 2011,
By Kevin SeifertINDIANAPOLIS -- since the 3rd morning in the scouting combine receives underway, lets tap into Scouts Inc. to provide a glimpse in to the highlights of morning 2:The best two quarterbacks looked the element through weigh-ins and measurements. Auburns Cam Newton was 6-foot-5 and 248 pounds, and Missouris Blaine Gabbert was 6-4 5/8th and 234 pounds. The most effective quarterback was Arkansas Ryan Mallett, who measured 6-6 3/8th and 253 pounds.Updating earlier information, it ap...
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Combine'11: Coleman provides Lions versatility

Posted by liangbreak on Saturday, September 24, 2011, In : Late 
INDIANAPOLIS -- last week, we discussed the availability of completely free agent safeties Bob Sanders and O.J. Atogwe. in the time, the Detroit Lions have been pursuing an alternate avenue to fortify their safety location preceding in the direction of the lockout and draft.

Int0 Veteran Erik Coleman signed a one-year contract, and speaking right here in the NFL scouting combine, Lions mentor Jim Schwartz recommended the proceed was no flyer. Coleman was introduced in the Atlanta Falcons short...

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Talking with Scott Pioli

Posted by liangbreak on Wednesday, September 21, 2011,
By costs WilliamsonRandom views using the mass media session Saturday with Kansas village basic manager Scott Pioli:

Pioli stuck up to the previous amount of drafts inside the past Kansas village regime. He lauded the drafting of game fanatics like Derrick Johnson and Jamaal Charles.

The cupboard wasn't bare when Todd (Haley) and I arrived to Kansas City, Pioli said. There have been some quite remarkable football players.

Pioli lauded the 3-4 defensive end-outside linebacker set on this draft. K...

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Williamson desires to construct extra from CJ

Posted by liangbreak on Wednesday, September 21, 2011,
INDIANAPOLIS -- Matt Williamson of Scouts Inc. sees lots of space for advancement away from Chris Johnson using the Titans in 2011.

One situation he hopes to determine is Johnson substantially more bundled within your passing game, an outlet that could certainly advantage whoever is actively playing quarterback using the Titans.
"If it is Kerry Collins or an early-draft-pick rookie at the rear of center, utilizing a vibrant safety-valve receiving risk for example Johnson could make the quarterb...

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Talking with Scott Pioli

Posted by liangbreak on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, In : Authentic Minnesota Vikings Jerseys 
By demand WilliamsonRandom ideas through the use of the mass media session Saturday with Kansas village common manager Scott Pioli:

Pioli stuck up for the previous quantity of drafts inside the earlier Kansas village regime. He lauded the drafting of avid gamers like Derrick Johnson and Jamaal Charles.

The cupboard wasn't bare when Todd (Haley) and I arrived to Kansas City, Pioli said. There experienced been some quite very good football players.

Pioli lauded the 3-4 defensive end-outside lineba...

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