This day had a very 2001 feel to it. Not just because this Sunday marked the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, and it means lots of red, white, and blue football equipment on display, but because it was reminiscent of the Chicago Bears 2001 NFC Central Division title campaign. -Granted that team was more fluky, smoke-and-mirrors, wing-and-a-prayer, and this team has a … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears 30, Atlanta Falcons 12: Rapid Reaction
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NFL Players and 9/11 Tribute Gear: Reebok Commercialism Diluting Message?
This Sunday marks the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, and it means lots of red, white, and blue football equipment on display,despite the threat of potential fines from the league. Here's an excerpt and video from Newsy that explores some of the commercial underpinnings behind the 9/11 gear. Is Reebok diluting the message: … [Read more...] about NFL Players and 9/11 Tribute Gear: Reebok Commercialism Diluting Message?
9/11 Terror Threat Intercepted, NFL to Honor 10th Anniversary on Sunday
As we approach the tenth anniversary of 9/11, reports have surfaced of Al Qaeda attacks being planned on the U.S. for this Sunday. From CNN: American spy networks have intercepted communications from an al Qaeda operative in Pakistan indicating plans for a terrorist strike in New York or Washington, according to a senior U.S. official. … [Read more...] about 9/11 Terror Threat Intercepted, NFL to Honor 10th Anniversary on Sunday
Full, Updated List of Ohio State Buckeyes in the NFL
Former Ohio State Buckeyes playing in the National Football League this season will number 37 when your peruse the 53-man opening day rosters. The 2011 NFL season gets under way tonight when the Green Bay Packers hosts New Orleans in a game that will feature four former Buckeyes: A.J. Hawk and Ryan Pickett will suit up for the defending Super Bowl champions and Malcolm Jenkins … [Read more...] about Full, Updated List of Ohio State Buckeyes in the NFL
Chicago Bears Have Solid Tailback Depth; With or Without Chester Taylor
The free agent signing of Chester Taylor has been pretty much a huge mistake for the Chicago Bears. Actually, his production has been so disappointing in Chicago you'd almost assume he was a Jerry Angelo draft pick. Taylor took the blame for the confusion, in the "am I cut" or "am I not cut?" soap opera this week at Halas Hall. So that's admirable of him. But … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Have Solid Tailback Depth; With or Without Chester Taylor
Chicago Bears WR Corps: Former Buckeyes Dane Sanzenbacher In?
When it comes to Chicago Bears wide receivers news this week, it's all about former Dallas Cowboys wideout and alleged #1 receiver Roy Williams. He's done absolutely nothing since he got here, and is clearly out of shape. He could lose his starting gig. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, Bears’ receivers coach Darryl Drake sent a strong message to Williams on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears WR Corps: Former Buckeyes Dane Sanzenbacher In?