The Bucs surprisingly released Rice at the start of training camp. Though Rice was coming off a disappointing year, with only two sacks in eight games, he had 69.5 sacks in his six seasons and ranks second among active players with 121. For a team that only recorded 25 sacks last season, replacing that kind […]
Yes. Acquiring Walker fills the Bears’ most pressing need on defense. Having lost several defensive tackles during the offseason, most notably Tank Johnson, the Bears needed a strong interior player to dominate the middle. Walker not only gives them a big body to occupy double teams against the run, but he gives them one of […]
Quinn has always faced long odds in becoming the Browns’ opening-day starter, but his curious holdout could assure he will begin the season as the No. 3 quarterback. His absence gives Derek Anderson and Charlie Frye another chance to gain confidence as the potential starting quarterback. We saw this same scenario play out three years […]
Thomas is the starting inside linebacker with the Patriots. Despite being an outside linebacker for the Ravens, Thomas’ versatility makes him a great fit at inside linebacker in New England. He not only brings size, strength and athleticism inside, but his presence in the middle allows Mike Vrabel to move back to his natural position […]
While Glenn’s retirement was unexpected, the Colts made a draft-day move to prepare for his eventual departure. GM Bill Polian gave up a future first-rounder to the 49ers to acquire Tony Ugoh in the second round. The original plan was to insert Ugoh at guard during his first year, but Glenn’s departure has forced […]
Tomlin has brought a different approach to the Steelers’ training camp. Focusing on developing physical and mental toughness, Tomlin has the Steelers going through some grueling workouts. The Steelers have always been noted for their blue-collar approach, but even this demanding camp is a departure from those run by Bill Cowher. With 15 potential two-a-days […]
Despite Tom Coughlin’s adamant denials, the Giants, minus Strahan, are a shell of their former selves. They moved Mathias Kiwanuka from defensive end to SAM linebacker in hopes of getting their three best pass rushers (Strahan, Kiwanuka and Osi Umenyiora) on the field. Without Strahan, though, the Giants have a glaring weakness at the left […]
The unexpected return of Holmes after a 21-month layoff comes at a great time for the Chiefs. Though no one knows how much Holmes has left after his sabbatical, his return potentially gives the Chiefs some leverage in their contract discussions with Johnson. The three-time Pro Bowler had one of the most productive three-year runs […]
Michael Vick’s legal problems have forced the Falcons to enter the season with Harrington as their starting quarterback. This switch will certainly change the look of the Falcons offense. Bobby Petrino’s plan to blend Vick’s creativity and improvisational skills with a dynamic passing attack will now give way to a more systematic approach with Harrington. […]
After carefully sorting through his options as a free agent, Culpepper agreed to a one-year contract with the Raiders. Not only is this a great fit for Culpepper, but it gives the Raiders the quarterback that they had targeted at the beginning of the offseason. When healthy and surrounded by talented skill players, Culpepper is […]
