Doesn't it seem like the New England Patriots go out of their way EVERY season to trade down and acquire more picks? Every year, they're a fun team to watch on draft day, because they always seem to end up with more picks than anyone else. In 2012, even more so, because they have four picks in the first two rounds. And even though they were just one Wes Welker drop, or … [Read more...] about New England Patriots: most interesting team in 2012 NFL Draft?
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Asante Samuel coming back to the Patriots?
If Deion Branch and Josh McDaniels can come back into the fold, there's no reason Asante Samuel can't do the same. This year's Wes Welker franchise tag situation is similar to how it played out when the New England Patriots slapped the tag on Branch and Samuel in the past. If Welker, wants to hold out, and leave- fine. He'll soon see the grass was greener where he was. … [Read more...] about Asante Samuel coming back to the Patriots?
New England Patriots 2012 draft preview: breaking it down
Patriots front-runner for Tim Tebow? Jaguars, Dolphins also in the mix
Word is all over the internets today that the Peyton Manning deal is done. He'll sign with the Denver Broncos. Which means jettisoning incumbent starter and 2011 franchise identity Tim Tebow. And surprisingly John Fox and John Elway aren't expecting much in return for Tebow; therefore it's a buyer's market. The most logical landing spot might be with the offensive … [Read more...] about Patriots front-runner for Tim Tebow? Jaguars, Dolphins also in the mix
Indianapolis Colts make heartbreaking but necessary decision to release Peyton Manning
Nobody -- nobody -- wanted it to end this way. Not you or me. Not Indianapolis Colts fans, who are sure to be divided -- many of them irate -- about the franchise's decision to part ways with Peyton Manning. Not Manning himself. Not owner Jim Irsay, who undoubtedly will be the recipient of the aforementioned fan ire. Not Indianapolis Star columnist Bob Kravitz, who was among … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts make heartbreaking but necessary decision to release Peyton Manning
Patriots officially franchise tag Wes Welker today
The New England Patriots are expected to place the franchise tag on wide receiver Wes Welker today. The one-year tag is worth $9.5 million to the NFL's leading receiver, and give the Pats more flexibility to work out a long-term deal with the wideout before the 2012 season. Franchise-tagging Welker would keep him from becoming an unrestricted free agent next month. You do … [Read more...] about Patriots officially franchise tag Wes Welker today
Ocho Gives Entire Patriots Team $28,000 worth of Dr. Dre Headphones
Patriots Chad Ochocinco Develops Twitter Relationship with House Speaker Boehner
Who says men can't express themselves? New England Patriots wide receiver Chad Ochocinco is one of the most emotionally expressive men in the NFL. We all know Speaker of the House John Boehner is one of the most emotionally expressive people in politics. Yesterday the Pats colorful WR tweeted this to Boehner. Hello Mr. Boehner, hoping you are in better spirits today. If … [Read more...] about Patriots Chad Ochocinco Develops Twitter Relationship with House Speaker Boehner
Super Bowl 2012 Early Favorite: Patriots or Giants?
It's Super Bowl time! Two most storied franchises in NFL history: the New York Giants and New England Patriots are set to square off. The Patriots are the dynasty team of the 2000s in football, winning it all in 2001, 2003 and 2004. Yet they're still the Boston sports team with the longest title drought- crazy fact isn't it? The Giants also have three Super Bowl titles: … [Read more...] about Super Bowl 2012 Early Favorite: Patriots or Giants?
For Denver Broncos, Tim Tebow’s Future is at Fullback
Tim Tebow can be an NFL Star, but the Denver Broncos need to realize that his best chance for stardom beyond his faith or luck is to convert him to another position before free agency begins. Regardless of what side of fandom you fall on regarding one of the NFL’s most popular players, no one can question Tim Tebow’s heart, passion and desire to be a team player. Is that … [Read more...] about For Denver Broncos, Tim Tebow’s Future is at Fullback