It’s the eve of Super Bowl Sunday, and as fans often do when their team isn’t playing in the big game, they wonder what their team needs to do in order to be there next year. The Los Angeles Chargers haven’t played in the Super Bowl since 1994-the only appearance in franchise history-meaning quarterback Philip Rivers has never played in the game.
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NFL Honors: Matt Ryan takes home MVP the night before Super Bowl 51
The Falcons QB Matt Ryan is the 2016 NFL MVP, beating out Aaron Rodgers, Dak Prescott, Ezekiel Elliott and Sunday’s counterpart, Tom Brady. The night before he will lead the Falcons in Super Bowl 51, Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan received the highest individual NFL honor.
Saints’ 14-year-old ‘hype man’ steals spotlight at NFL Honors
Jarrius Robertson suffers from a chronic liver disease which affects his physical growth, but he had a blast at the NFL Honors. Of all the awards given out Saturday night at the NFL Honors awards show, they may have all been upstaged by a 14-year-old boy from New Orleans.
NFL Honors: Larry Fitzgerald, Eli Manning share Walter Payton Man of the Year Award
Larry Fitzgerald and Eli Manning were co-winners of the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award, the third time the award has been shared. Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald and Giants quarterback Eli Manning were the co-winners of the 2016 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
Sterling K. Brown of ‘This is Us’ welcomes Super Bowl unity
Even if it’s only for a short time, “This is Us” star Sterling K. Brown sees the Super Bowl as time to put politics aside and come together. “Whether you’re red or blue..
Tom Brady – bans’ dad from media after interview
Tom Brady is banning his father from talking to the media, the New England Patriots quarterback joked on Monday after his father’s heated interview with 8News affiliates in San Francisco. Tom Brady Sr. was not shy about his thoughts on the National Football League commissioner Roger Goodell in the interview Friday.
Column: Patriots’ familiar act assures little in Super Bowl
… 30-27 range. Expect Lady Gaga to do or say something people will talk about the next day. Tim Dahlberg is a national sports columnist for The Associated Press. Write to him at tdahlberg@ap.org or http://twitter.com/timdahlberg
Super Bowl running back Dion Lewis 16-0 as a New England Patriot
Super Bowl running back Dion Lewis 16-0 as a New England Patriot Former Pitt star Dion Lewis is unbeaten in games in which he has played with New England. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2k8s8Qj HOUSTON – Yes, the New England Patriots racked up a rare pair of losses over the course of their dominant road to Super Bowl LI, but running back Dion Lewis has the equivalent of a perfect season under his belt.
Jason Witten isn’t sure how much longer he’ll be playing
Cowboys tight end Jason Witten is entering the final year of his current contract, and in a Super Bowl Radio Row appearance he admitted he’s not sure how much longer he’ll be playing. “I think at this point you just go into it and look at it one year at a time,” Witten said, per the Dallas Morning News.
Pope gives delegate ‘all needed powers’ for Knights of Malta
Refugee resettlement organizations are bracing for significant funding cuts and possible layoffs over the coming months during President Donald Trump’s temporary refugee ban Refugee resettlement organizations are bracing for significant funding cuts and possible layoffs over the coming months during President Donald Trump’s temporary refugee ban The New York governor says an Iranian infant banned from entering the United States for life-saving heart surgery under President Donald Trump’s executive order will now be allowed to travel for the emergency… The New York governor says an Iranian infant banned from entering the United States for life-saving heart surgery under President Donald Trump’s executive order will now be allowed to travel for the emergency procedure A U.S. judge on Friday imposed a nationwide hold on President Donald Trump’s ban on travelers and immigrants from seven … (more)
NFL Mock Draft 2017: Another projection of Marshon Lattimore to Jets
However you slice it, the Jets need to upgrade their secondary, and they’re going to need a corner if they cut Darrelle Revis . The Jets have no choice but to address the secondary this offseason with question marks at cornerback and safety.
Aaron Hernandez lawyers seek delay for his double-murder trial
Lawyers for former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez asked Friday for a three-month delay to the start of their client’s double-murder trial so they can review new information, including prosecutors’ disclosure that they could call team offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels as a witness. “We are drowning here, and there is no life preserver being thrown our way,” lead defense attorney Jose Baez told a skeptical Suffolk Superior Court judge.
Patriots fans rally behind Deflategate revenge theme
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates a touchdown with teammates on the sideline during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Houston Texans, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. This is The Patriots’ ninth time in the Super Bowl, and every time they make it to the Super Bowl, there seems to be some kind of theme.
Kurt Warner favored to get into HOF, Fitz couldn’t leave like that and more
D.J. Humphries Early Favorite For Left Tackle Goodwin sees Veldheer on the right side as Cardinals work through offseason Larry Fitzgerald: ‘I just didn’t want to go out like that’ Whether you ever believed Larry Fitzgerald was going to retire after this past season or not, the fact remained that it was a legitimate possibility. Cardinals OC sees D.J. Humphries at left tackle, Jared Veldheer at right D.J. Humphries could be the Cardinals’ starting left tackle, moving former starter Jared Veldheer to right, Arizona OC Harold Goodwin said Thursday.
Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2017 will be revealed Saturday
The Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2017 will be announced, and of the 18 finalists, just one is a likely lock. That’s iconic Chargers running back LaDainian Tomlinson, the 2006 NFL MVP who is fifth in career rushing yards, second in career rushing touchdowns and third in total touchdowns.
Atlanta Falcons QB Matt Ryan finally in the Super Bowl spotlight
… College, a program not known as a college football powerhouse. “You’ve got to understand, Boston is a professional sports town, and I kind of get that,” Ryan said. “But we made some waves while I was at BC, and it was a fun time to be there. Were …
Former Giants Kicker Josh Brown Speaks Out After Domestic Abuse Allegations
Former New York Giants kicker Josh Brown is speaking out in an interview with Good Morning America that aired Thursday – the first time since he was released from the team after it emerged that he had admitted abusing his then-wife, Molly Brown. In October 2016, a journal entry written by Brown was released in which he admitted to the abuse, saying, “I have physically, verbally and emotionally abused my wife Molly.”
Can the Texans afford to re-sign A.J. Bouye?
ESPN’s John Clayton told Patrick Starr of State of the Texans that Bouye will command a salary in the range of $12-12.5 million a year. ESPNs John Clayton mentioned to me that A.J. Bouye is looking at minimum $12-12.5 million APY on the open market.
What NFL prospect do we want most? Battle of Playmakers
I know we need help on Defense but another playmaker on offense can make our O unstoppable. I think McCaffrey and Ross can be that player.
Patriots locked in to proven approach entering Super Bowl 51
Ten words have driven Patriots coach Bill Belichick since he arrived in New England 17 years ago. And they are 10 words that he leans on whenever he is queried about what’s gone into making his team an annual threat to hoist the Lombardi Trophy.
Hernandez lawyers seek extra time to prepare for trial
From left, lead defense attorney Jose Baez, defense attorney Ronald Sullivan and Aaron Hernandez listen to Judge Jeffrey Locke during a hearing requesting a continuance Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, in Boston, for Hernandez’ upcoming double murder trial. less From left, lead defense attorney Jose Baez, defense attorney Ronald Sullivan and Aaron Hernandez listen to Judge Jeffrey Locke during a hearing requesting a continuance Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, in Boston, for … more Aaron Hernandez, right, talks with his lead attorney Jose Baez Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, during a request a continuance in Hernandez’ upcoming double murder trial in Boston.
Former Oregon State Stars Set To Play In Super Bowl
This Sunday is the biggest game of the NFL season, and unless you are a fan of the Patriots or Falcons, you might not know who to root for. You could decide to root for the Falcons because Tom Brady already has too many nice things, maybe you will root for the Patriots because you enjoy Darth Vader and other evil things, or maybe you’ll root for the Beavers.
NFLPA will urge free agents to not sign with Chicago Bears if…
The state of Illinois is in the process of pushing through a workers’ compensation reform bill, and controversy has arisen for professional athletes. The bills limits workers compensation for athletes, setting a cut-off age of 35, or a period of five years removed from the date of the given injury, whichever is later.
Ahmad Brooks 2017 salary reduced to $4.45 million due to de-escalator clause
The San Francisco 49ers signed Ahmad Brooks to a six-year contract extension back in 2012, and since then, there have been all sorts of adjustments to the deal. He has dealt with de-escalators, and in 2014, he restructured the deal.
Watch Rob Gronkowski, Other Super Bowl Players Read Mean…
Jimmy Kimmel geared up for Sunday’s Super Bowl LI by inviting NFL players Rob Gronkowski, J.J. Watt and Russell Wilson to read mean tweets about themselves. It marked the second NFL edition of “Mean Tweets” on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” “Odell Beckham Jr transitioned from an exciting new rookie to an extremely lame looking dhead in an alarmingly short amount of time,” read the New York Giants wide receiver.
Trey Flowers has been an early bloomer in the NFL
… was growing up: his family’s home in Huntsville, Ala. “We threw a party every Super Bowl,” Flowers said. “We were a sports family and we loved football, so every time the Super Bowl came on, we’d have a good meal and a lot of people come over. …
What is Jordan Matthews’ worth in a trade pre draft.
With all the talk about the team remaking the receiving corps through free agency and the draft. Why not trade your current best wide receiver for a draft pick or two.
Jordan Matthews: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Jordan Matthews is a player that I’ve been quite tough on the last two seasons. He has been a productive player over the first three seasons of his career, racking up 225 catches for 2672 yards and 19 touchdowns, and he’s been a relatively healthy player as well .
Predicting the Bucs’ Complete Draft Class
Mock Drafts continue to roll in, with some outlets extending their predictions from one to three rounds. Pewter Report has taken that one step further, predicting the Buccaneers’ complete draft class.
Falcons’ Andy Levitre drops $1,700 so three-week-old daughter can attend Super Bowl
Falcons’ Andy Levitre drops $1,700 so three-week-old daughter can attend Super Bowl G Andy Levitre spends $1,700 so his newborn can watch game at NRG Stadium on Sunday. Check out this story on HometownLife.com: http://usat.ly/2l1DSIE USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down what to look out for from Houston as the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons prepare for Super Bowl LI.
Even Cam Newton can appreciate memes about his fashion style
Go ahead, laugh about Cam Newton’s sometimes outrageous outfits. The NFL star can laugh about it, and even enjoys some of the online memes have made him the butt of their jokes.
Fast rise: Jim Leonhard named Wisconsin defensive coordinator
Leonhard, who’s just 34, was playing in the NFL two seasons ago. He coached Wisconsin’s defensive backs last season.
Texans Truly Ticked Off By – Worst Song in History’ Poll
They pored over many songs written by a Texas native or about the Lone Star State – the humorous twist in all of this being that they promised to not play any of the offensive songs at this weekend’s Super Bash festival event. While the list’s ranking was determined by 1,000 Texans randomly polled, one selection – #4 on the worst list – led to media headlines and a public outpouring of concern and indignation.
Suspect indicted on murder charge in Joe McKnight shooting
Jefferson Parish District Attorney Paul D. Connick Jr. didn’t comment on the grand jury’s decision to upgrade the charge from manslaughter. The maximum penalty for second-degree murder is life without parole.
My 1st Big Board. Players 1-30
Thoughts: Tim Williams Hybrid/Alabama has been removed from my big board. I’m not his biggest fan on tape and would rank him in the mid to late 20’s if he was put on my big board.
How much are crawfish? Average price for boiled in New Orleans drops 5 cents
New Orleans Saints running back Hokie Gajan, center with cap, checks out the crawfish boil during a party at Sid-Mar’s Restaurant on May 19, 1982. Watching from left are party hostess Marion Burgess, Chuck Evans, Touchdown Club president Joe Gemelli, Chris Seila, Gajan and Tinker Owens.
Falcons WR Taylor Gabriel is Representing DFW in the Super Bowl
The small wide receiver form Mesquite is now on the game’s biggest stage. Taylor Gabriel, who beat the odds just to get there, can help the Atlanta Falcons win the Super Bowl.
Patriots trademark 19-0, nine years after going 18-1
Nine long years ago this month, the New England Patriots stormed into Super Bowl XLII to play the New York Giants with a perfect 18-0 record. Well, you know how the story goes – the G-Men won and the Pats finished at 18-1.
Report: Texans will give Savage ‘every opportunity’ to beat out Osweiler
The Houston Texans are likely stuck with Brock Osweiler for at least one more season because of his contract, but that does not mean they envision him being their starting quarterback next year. According to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports, Texans coach Bill O’Brien plans to give former Pittsburgh quarterback Tom Savage “every opportunity” to win the starting job over Osweiler this offseason .
She didna t win Miss Universe, but Raquel Pelissier is conquering hearts as Haitia s runner-up
Miss Haiti Raquel Pelissier answers on the same question asked to the top three finalists in the Miss Universe 2016 competition at the Mall of Asia in suburban Pasay city south of Manila, Philippines. Miss France Iris Mittenaere was crowned the crown.