The Lions looked to be the better team for the entire portion of the game on Sunday and were able to hold on for the victory against the Tampa Bay Bucs. Matthew Stafford threw for over three hundred yards and passed for three touchdowns. He beat out his fellow first round pick of a few years ago, Josh Freeman. It is true that the former does have substantially more weapons, but … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions Hold the Lead, Close the Deal
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Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings: Football is Back!
We endured an offseason consisting of men in suits walking in and out of buildings. We endured a three-month stretch when the work “lockout” might as well have been preceded by a four-letter word. But courtrooms, politics, and league lawyers are now a thing of the past. Because ladies and gentleman, we’re finally here! The start of the NFL season is here! … [Read more...] about Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings: Football is Back!
The Fantasy Nerd: Quarterback Preview
NFL Talking Points: Phillip Rivers, Jay Cutler, Harbaugh, Haynesworth, Dalton and More
-Norv Turner and the San Diego Chargers perpetually get out of the starting blocks slowly in September. For some reason, discussions of the top NFL quarterbacks begin and end with Tom Brady and Peyton Manning. The passing yards leader last season was none other than Phillip Rivers. The other two have been great longer, but Rivers accumulated that statistic with a lackluster … [Read more...] about NFL Talking Points: Phillip Rivers, Jay Cutler, Harbaugh, Haynesworth, Dalton 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
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
Aaron Rodgers Injury Changes Complexion of the Game
Detroit Lions fans are breathing a sigh of relief for a change at the conclusion of a game. They have won a divisional game for the first time in over three years with late heroics by the defensive line. Ndamukong Suh and company controlled the line of scrimmage for the entire game. Before Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers went down late in the first half with a … [Read more...] about Aaron Rodgers Injury Changes Complexion of the Game
Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys: Mirror Images
Two teams that matched up this past Sunday have much in common. The Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys both have anemic records: the Lions are 2-8, the Cowboys are 3-7 this season. They should have the same record, but NFL officials cannot agree on what a catch is. The traditional teams playing on Thanksgiving, they are undoubtedly the turkeys of their respective divisions this … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys: Mirror Images
Brett Favre Is A Better Bargain Than Matthew Stafford
Jenn Sterger recently met with NFL officials for three hours in an undisclosed location in New York. It is arguable what's the bigger issue for Favre: this or the Minnesota Vikings current record of 3-5? Their opponent, the monsters of the midway are actually limping into the game even though their wins and losses are inverse of the Vikings. Most sports books in Las Vegas … [Read more...] about Brett Favre Is A Better Bargain Than Matthew Stafford
Ndamukong Suh’s Prediction Doesn’t Come to Fruition
Nearly fifty eight thousand fans experienced heartache on Sunday at Ford Field. Ndamukong Suh recently made some comments indicating that the Detroit Lions would not lose another game at their home stadium this season. Unfortunately, he is already putting his foot in his mouth. He hopefully will remove it soon though since it's evident that he's the emergency kicker on the … [Read more...] about Ndamukong Suh’s Prediction Doesn’t Come to Fruition