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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

Chicago Bears Free Agency Analysis and Predictions

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Well, that escalated quickly. GM Phil Emery followed up his amazing opening act last season with an equally impressive performance in the first few hours of this year’s free agency period. About 60 minutes after the opening bell, former Giants tight end Martellus Bennett was watching the ink dry on his new four-year deal with the Bears. The terms of Bennett’s contract … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Free Agency Analysis and Predictions

Wes Welker’s wife Anna Burns takes shot at Ray Lewis

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The New England Patriots Wes Welker, ex-party man and greatest slot receiver in NFL history is married to Hooters hottie Anna Burns. Burns, a former Miss Hooters International 2005, took a verbal shot after the Patriots loss in the AFC title game yesterday. You might remember something similar last year. Last year, it was supermodel and UNEP ambassador Gisele Bundchen, wife … [Read more...] about Wes Welker’s wife Anna Burns takes shot at Ray Lewis

New England Patriots Skill Position Guys: Extremely White

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The New England Patriots and Duke Blue Devils have a lot in common- east coast powerhouse, dynastic programs. Both are a very popular/polarizing brand; best embodied by their Mt. Rushmore level Coach (Bill Belichick and Mike Krzyzewski) who inspires both admiration and hatred. They sit in similar pedestals in their respective worlds of college basketball and the NFL. This … [Read more...] about New England Patriots Skill Position Guys: Extremely White

New England Patriots 2012 Fantasy Football Preview

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Take notice here because Bill Belichick's boys are one of fantasy football's behemoths. The New England Patriots have ranked in the top ten in points per game going all the way back to 2004, a total of eight seasons. And with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels back in the mix, there's a great reason to believe they will make it nine straight seasons. Here are the guys in … [Read more...] about New England Patriots 2012 Fantasy Football Preview

Patriots officially franchise tag Wes Welker today

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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

Wes Welker “honored” with 8,000 Butterfingers in Boston town square

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No doubt the biggest turning point in Super Bowl XLVI was the embarrassing drop by Wes Welker on what would've been at least a 30 yard gain, possibly a touchdown, on the final drive in which New England held the lead. Sure, Aaron Hernandez and Deion Branch made some drops, but Hernandez is still developing his game and Branch is extremely mediocre. Welker on the other hand, … [Read more...] about Wes Welker “honored” with 8,000 Butterfingers in Boston town square