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NFL passing emphasis, rushing decline: by the numbers

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It’s happening. The day has finally come where the play calling in the NFL resembles my own play calling from back when I first started playing Madden. First and 10? Streak to the endzone. Second and four? Streak to the endzone. Third and short? Streak to the endzone. Okay, it might not be that drastic. But if it hasn’t been apparent in the past decade or so leading up to … [Read more...] about NFL passing emphasis, rushing decline: by the numbers

Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

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Imagine, if you will, Troy Polamalu returning a fumble he forced himself for a touchdown; Aaron Rodgers lofting up 50-yard bombs with pinpoint accuracy; and Maurice Jones-Drew dissecting a defense with his explosive speed. Now, imagine all of those things happening… with those players wearing Bears jerseys. Call it crazy if you’d like, but the draft records show that former … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft

Green Bay Packers schedule gets easier with the Jacksonville Jaguars

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The Green Bay Packers opened the season by playing teams who now have a combined record of 28-18 including the San Francisco 49ers (5-2), Chicago Bears (5-1) and Houston Texans (6-1). Against the league's cream of the crop, they went 2-1 and are inching back up the power rankings with each week's stronger showing. Finally, the Packers get to welcome one of the league's … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers schedule gets easier with the Jacksonville Jaguars

Indianapolis Colts’ Andrew Luck showing promise entering third game against Jacksonville Jaguars

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Andrew Luck was billed as the most NFL-ready quarterback prospect since Peyton Manning -- some even said John Elway. It seems fitting, then, that the 23-year-old rookie was drafted first overall by the Indianapolis Colts, the franchise that drafted both Manning and Elway (the latter forced a trade from the franchise when it was in Baltimore) with the top pick. While the … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts’ Andrew Luck showing promise entering third game against Jacksonville Jaguars

Chicago Bears Season Outlook: 2nd Quarter

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According to my own sound reasoning, the Bears will either be 3-1 or 2-2 heading into the 2nd quarter of the 2012 NFL season. All things considered, 2-2 isn’t exactly reason for panic. Luckily for the Bears, sandwiched between games 5 thru 8 is their bye week in week 6. And the next quartet of opponents appears to be a less daunting bunch… on paper. But the Jaguars, … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Season Outlook: 2nd Quarter

Jacksonville Jaguars 2012 Fantasy Preview

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There's a new sheriff in town in Jacksonville and his name is Mike Mularkey. Known for helping in the the development of the Falcons Matt Ryan, Mularkey turns his attention to young quarterback Blaine Gabbert and a Jaguars team who went 5-11 last season while ranking dead last in offensive yards per game. Here are the guys in Jacksonville that you should have on your list … [Read more...] about Jacksonville Jaguars 2012 Fantasy Preview

NFL’s Best at Every Offensive Position

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With one week left to go in regular season play, fans usually fall into one of two categories at this juncture. There is either increased intensity because of an imminent postseason run, or there is a malaise due to unmet expectations. The fantasy component or monetary wagers can assist in making the games relevant for some. I have decided to hand out my honors a week … [Read more...] about NFL’s Best at Every Offensive Position