It's combine time, the male version of a swimsuit calendar shoot. But don't get too high or too low about this stuff. Like my friend Bill Smith says, "beware the workout warrior." The site of the past Super Bowl, Indianapolis is also hosting the 2012 NFL Draft Scouting Combine. Let's take a look at who's draft stock is trading higher and who's trading lower after the workouts. … [Read more...] about 2012 NFL Draft Combine winners and losers: quarterbacks
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The only story with the Indianapolis Colts is Peyton Manning
Just so you know, the Colts have made a few major changes this offseason. Bill and Chris Polian are gone. In their place is new general manager Ryan Grigson, formerly a member of the Philadelphia Eagles' front office. Oh, and former coach Jim Caldwell also is out of town. The new guy? Chuck Pagano, who spent the 2011 season as the Baltimore Ravens' defensive coordinator. … [Read more...] about The only story with the Indianapolis Colts is Peyton Manning
Who Does Vegas Have Winning the Heisman Trophy Tonight?
It's the most wide open Heisman trophy race in recent memory; any of the five finalists in New York City at the Downtown Athletic Club could walk out with the statue. Who will win the 2011 Heisman Trophy, awarded annually to the college player deemed the most outstanding player in the college football? … [Read more...] about Who Does Vegas Have Winning the Heisman Trophy Tonight?
Baylor QB Robert Griffin III: Darkhorse Heisman Candidate
The Heisman discussion these days seems to comes down to Stanford's Andrew Luck versus Alabama's Trent Richardson. Other candidates on the outside looking in are USC's Matt Barkley, Houston's Case Keenum, the stats monster, and Montee Ball and Russell Wilson of the Wisconsin Badgers. But what about Robert Griffin III from Baylor? I think the dual-threat QB deserves much more … [Read more...] about Baylor QB Robert Griffin III: Darkhorse Heisman Candidate
Texas Forever! Illini vs. Baylor: Brutally Honest Bowl Game Preview
Like they say in Dillon, deep in the heart of Texas, "Clear Eyes. Full Hearts. CAN'T LOSE!" Yes, the Illinois Fighting Illini best adopt the philosophy of fictional football Coach Erik Taylor and his East Dillon Lions in the dramatic television series "Friday Night Lights." The Illini have their work cut out for them, only 1.5 point underdogs, but they're playing in enemy … [Read more...] about Texas Forever! Illini vs. Baylor: Brutally Honest Bowl Game Preview