Yet another reason to compare Detroit Lions second round pick, running back Mikel Leshoure, to Steelers tailback Rashard Mendenhall. They were both the feature back for one season for the Illinois Fighting Illini before bolting early for the NFL. Both wore the same jersey number in college football before being taken in the same range on draft day. Now both have seen their … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions 2nd Round Pick Mikel LeShoure, Out for Season, Torn Achilles
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2011 NFL Free Agent Signings, Trade Rumors News: Umenyiora, Edwards, Floyd, Packers and more.
With many big names off the NFL free agent block, teams are still putting pieces in place. The New York Giants tell Osi Umenyiora he’s off the trading block. Will Barack Obama become a Green Bay Packers Fan? What is next for former Chicago Bears C Olin Kreutz and Braylon Edwards? What NFL Free Agent signings remain? Trade Rumors? NFL News? The sportsbank’s … [Read more...] about 2011 NFL Free Agent Signings, Trade Rumors News: Umenyiora, Edwards, Floyd, Packers and more.
Indianapolis Colts Get Active, Sign Tommie Harris and Other Defenders
The Indianapolis Colts have taken pride in their organizational philosophy -- build through the draft, re-sign your guys and stand pat during veteran free agency -- often to the dismay of their fans. Well, after the first two days of Colts training camp in Anderson, Ind., the franchise sent a message to those fans: Here you go. Indy brought in three outside veteran … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts Get Active, Sign Tommie Harris and Other Defenders
2011 NFL Signings and Trade Rumors: Plaxico Burress Signs With Jets, Peyton Manning, the Chicago Bears and More!
Plaxico Burress has signed with the New York Jets, Peyton Manning signs a $90 million deal with the Colts and the Chicago Bears have a new running back. What are the latest signings in the NFL? What names are in the latest trade rumor? Why will the Jets have one of the best receiving corps in football? The Sportsbank’s hottest column this year keeps getting hotter covering … [Read more...] about 2011 NFL Signings and Trade Rumors: Plaxico Burress Signs With Jets, Peyton Manning, the Chicago Bears and More!
Fantasy Football Studs, Duds & Sleepers: NFC North
With the NFL season finally getting underway, we can finally turn our attention from the courtrooms and onto the field, where it belongs. In the coming weeks, we will rank the fantasy studs, duds and sleepers for each division. Today, the NFC North gets some time under the microscope. Fantasy Studs Quarterback: Aaron Rodgers, GB (2010: 3922 yards, 28 TD, 11 INT, 356 rushing … [Read more...] about Fantasy Football Studs, Duds & Sleepers: NFC North
The Five Most Likely Teams to Win the Andrew Luck Sweepstakes in 2012
I know it's fairly early to speculate on a matter such as which NFL team will be the worst of 2011, but Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck is that special of a player. Luck made a bold decision to return to school for his senior year, but it was the right decision for an intellectually savvy student who has an immense passion for architecture. It would be crazy to think the … [Read more...] about The Five Most Likely Teams to Win the Andrew Luck Sweepstakes in 2012
NFC North Fantasy Stock Report (2011 NFL Draft Edition)
We had a gratifying taste of NFL Football during the 2011 Draft, but the fact remains that the NFL remains in a lockout. Even though the thought of regular season football seems so far away, it's never too early to start talking fantasy football. Whether it's the Chicago Bears who improved their offensive line or the Minnesota Vikings who invested in a QB for the future, … [Read more...] about NFC North Fantasy Stock Report (2011 NFL Draft Edition)
Detroit Lions Smartly Surround Suh With Talent
Fans may argue who exactly is the franchise player for the Detroit Lions. Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson are possibilities on the offensive side, but I would argue that it is Ndamukong Suh because of his tenacity and performance on the defensive line. The team decided to shore up the line even further by selecting defensive tackle Nick Fairley out of Auburn with the … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions Smartly Surround Suh With Talent
Mikel Leshoure Drafted by the Detroit Lions
Never mind that the Detroit Lions already have a starting running back. Never mind that the previous few starting running backs of the Lions have had...ummm...injury problems. Mikel Leshoure is happy to be there. With the 57th pick of the 2011 NFL Draft, Mikel Leshoure became the latest Illini runner to make the leap to the NFL, this after slipping from a late-first … [Read more...] about Mikel Leshoure Drafted by the Detroit Lions
Detroit Lions Draft Analysis
Things are finally looking up for the Detroit Lions. They are appearing in Monday Night Football for the first time in a decade against the Chicago Bears on October 10th. Wide receiver Calvin Johnson is appearing regularly in national advertising spots. For the first time in numerous years, the faithful will gather at the Hard Rock Café and not witness a selection in the … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions Draft Analysis