INDIANAPOLIS – Let’s be honest about this: We don’t know much about the Colts’ new general manager, Chris Ballard, who will be introduced Monday during a press conference. Unless you’re talking about an established GM with an established record, it’s hard to know how the No.
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Jets should move on from Ryan Clady this offseason
The New York Jets have re-worked Ryan Clady’s contract to move a roster bonus into his base salary to give them time to what should be inevitable. Offensive tackle Ryan Clady is due to make $10M this season with the New York Jets.
Dan Quinn’s Super Bowl task: matching up with Belichick
In this Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016, photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady stands by head coach Bill Belichick during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Foxborough, Mass. Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is also seen in the middle.
Jets hire Kevin Greene as outside linebackers coach
Greene, who played linebacker for 15 NFL seasons and twice led the league in sacks, stepped away from coaching in 2014 to spend more time with his family. He previously spent five seasons as Green Bay’s outside linebackers coach from 2009-13 after beginning his coaching career as an intern with Pittsburgh in 2008.
Howie Long’s son has chance to get own ring
… the fans involved more, do more of the skills competition.” Thousands of fans have been out at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports complex this week watching both the AFC and NFC practice. “The fans aren’t going to remember the game,” said former NFL player …
Long’s bet on Patriots pays off in vet’s 1st Super Bowl trip
Long signed a one-year deal with the Patriots after t… . FILE – In this Jan. 28, 2014, file photo, Howie Long speaks during an interview at the NFL Super Bowl XLVIII media center n New York.
Another possible GM candidate for the 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers are conducting follow-up interviews with George Paton on Friday and Terry McDonough on Saturday, and will hopefully get something sorted out at that point. However, if neither candidate works out, the team will have to consider other options.
Matchups For The Falcons-Patriots Super Bowl
Atlanta led the NFL in points by a wide margin, thanks to a career year from QB Matt Ryan , who along with WR Julio Jones are All-Pros. If that combination comes close to its production during the season and, in particular, the nine connections for 180 yards and two TDs in the NFC championship game against Green Bay, the Falcons will be difficult to stop.
2017 Pro Bowl game time, channel, stream, Buffalo Bills players
The 2017 Pro Bowl takes place Sunday night and there are a bunch of Buffalo Bills participating in the big game this year. There are various ways for you to catch the game and we run them down here.
Trump Derangement Syndrome Strikes L.A. Times Sports Columnist
The latest victim to contract Trump Derangement Syndrome is Los Angeles Times sports columnist Bill Plaschke. Here is how Plaschke opened his column in today’s Los Angeles Times : The week before the Super Bowl is historically filled with all sorts of sordid distractions, from cocaine to prostitutes to the infamously bared butt of a quarterback.
A look at the key players in the Super Bowl
Had best season, making All-Pro, leading NFL in passer rating , with 38 TDs … First-rounder in 2008, third overall pick … Has thrown for seven touchdowns and run for one in playoffs … Popular in New England because of college career, won’t be so popular there if he beats Patriots. Rushed for 1,000-plus yards and 11 TDs for second straight season … Also can catch the ball … Fourth-round pick who became starter in second NFL year.
What will the Cowboys do with Tony Romo? Our experts try to predict his fate
What does the future hold for quarterback Tony Romo? It’s the story of the Cowboys’ offseason. Will the franchise’s all-time passing leader suit up for another team? Will he be released by the Cowboys or traded? What about a backup role in Dallas or retirement? SportsDay’s columnists and Cowboys beat writers offer their predictions: It’s fun to consider all of the trade possibilities for Romo.
Ranking the NFL’s Super Bowl-winning coaches: Where do Landry, Jimmy Johnson fit in?
Legendary Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi, who famously said, “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing,” no doubt would have been pleased with the all-time Super Bowl winning coach rankings by ESPN’s John Clayton. Patriots coach Bill Belichick, in search of his fifth Super Bowl title a week from Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, was ranked second.
Ranking the NFL’s Super Bowl-winning coaches: Where do Landry, Jimmy Johnson fit in?
Legendary Green Bay Packers coach Vince Lombardi, who famously said, “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing,” no doubt would have been pleased with the all-time Super Bowl winning coach rankings by ESPN’s John Clayton. Patriots coach Bill Belichick, in search of his fifth Super Bowl title a week from Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, was ranked second.
Montana: There’s an edge when you have Super Bowl experience
Montana was in his third season with the San Francisco 49ers when they faced the Cincinnati Bengals in the Pontiac Silverdome. The 60-year-old Hall of Fame quarterback knows the disadvantage players making their first start face in the big game.
Montana: There’s an edge when you have Super Bowl experience
Montana was in his third season with the San Francisco 49ers when they faced the Cincinnati Bengals in the Pontiac Silverdome. The 60-year-old Hall of Fame quarterback knows the disadvantage players making their first start face in the big game.
Freeman, Butler to have cleat-off before Super Bowl
… days before the big game. “The passion and creativity of NFL fans is truly unparalleled,” says Jeff Tran, director of sports marketing and alliances at Microsoft. “At Microsoft, our goal is to empower those fans with our technology, enabling them to …
Denver Broncos: breaking down Marcus Robertson and the No Fly Zone
… nior at Michigan State University majoring in Communication and Media Studies. I have always had a strong passion for sports and writing as I cover the Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, and Golden State Warriors.
The Patriotsa offense isna t just Tom Brady. That will serve them well vs. Atlanta.
Tom Brady and the Patriots might want to rely a bit more on LeGarrette Blount in the Super Bowl. This Super Bowl is, in some ways, all about New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
Can Giants afford to use franchise tag on Jason Pierre-Paul?
… to sit out next season. It would not be a cheap decision, though. Exact tag numbers are not yet known, but CBS Sports projected the defensive end franchise tag to be about $17 million (all guaranteed) against a projected $166 million cap. Whatever …
Building Broncos: OL, Fixing the mess is a must, but it won’t be easy
The Denver Broncos offensive line of Russell Okung, Michael Schofield, Matt Paradis, Max Garcia and Donald Stephenson break the huddle during the preseason game against the Los Angeles Rams at Sports Authority Field at Mile High on Saturday, August 27, 2016. Editor’s Note: Fourth of an eight-part series breaking down the Broncos’ roster as they reboot under new head coach Vance Joseph.
Penn State Football: The Ultimate Primer on Matt Limegrover & How He Works With Joe Moorhead
Penn State assistant coaches Joe Moorhead and Matt Limegrover in Los Angeles, a few days before the Rose Bowl. So says Ryan Bates, a first-year starter at both guard and offensive tackle for the Nittany Lions in 2016.
A Washington Husky who could make an impact for the Cleveland Browns
… highly effective blitzer at safety, but can also cover very well in the slot and patrol the middle of the field. Fox Sports college football and NFL draft analyst Joel Klatt believes Baker is up there as one of the best safeties in this year’s …
Flowers rushing to make impact
New England Patriots defensive end Trey Flowers stretches during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass. ORG XMIT: MASR104 New England Patriots defensive end Trey Flowers stretches during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2017, in Foxborough, Mass.
CRTC’s Super Bowl ad ruling on Trump’s radar, says NFL
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady practises ahead of the Feb. 5 Super Bowl game against the Atlanta Falcons. This year Canadians tuning into Fox can watch American ads.
Kyle Shanahan squeezing in 49ers meeting amid Super Bowl prep
Kyle Shanahan squeezing in 49ers meeting amid Super Bowl prep Falcons offense coordinator will use off day to huddle with San Francisco. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jCtQJF USA TODAY Sports’ Lorenzo Reyes explains how Falcons head coach Dan Quinn was the Seahawks’ defensive coordinator when they lost to Tom Brady and the Patriots in one of the most memorable Super Bowls ever.
DA releases statement regarding Black Panther Party’s planned – armed march’
New Hanover County District Attorney Ben David issued a statement Thursday in response to a planned “armed march” of the local chapter of the Revolutionary Black Panther Party. The march, set for Sunday afternoon at the Creekwood Community Center, was initially advertised through a post on the group’s Facebook page as an “armed march against terrorism & genocide” seeking justice for Brandon Smith, Walter Scott, and Keith Lamont Scott, three African-American men who were shot and killed by police.
Wrestling: Scouting the Mid-Suburban League meet
Lowdown: Talk to any coach in the league, and they’ll agree this will be a four-team race for the championship. Division champs Barrington and Wheeling get the edge from their brethren as the teams to beat, while divisional runners-up Conant and Prospect have plenty of firepower and are not to be overlooked.
Ty Montgomery moving to RB full time for Packers
Ty Montgomery is staying at running back with the Green Bay Packers, and he’s getting a jersey number more appropriate for the position. Montgomery, who wore No.
Belichick: Beware of Super Bowl trick plays
Belichick says you prepare for everything in Super Bowl, especially trick plays Patriots coach says you need to be ready for anything in Super Bowl. Check out this story on muskego-newberlinnow.com: http://usat.ly/2k7MigB USA TODAY Sports’ Lorenzo Reyes believes Tom Brady is the greatest quarterback of all time, regardless of the outcome of Super Bowl LI.
New England Patriots LB Elandon Roberts, back in the mix as a starter, returns home for Super Bowl LI
Cornerback Eric Rowe, wide receiver Danny Amendola, tight end Martellus Bennett, and offensive tackle Marcus Cannon all hail from the Houston area. It will be a double homecoming for rookie linebacker Elandon Roberts, who grew up in Port Arthur, Tex., about 50 miles from Houston, and finished his college career at the University of Houston, which will serve as the Patriots’ practice facility for the week.
2017 NFL Draft: Potential Panther? Obi Melifonwu, Safety, Connecticut
… feel he’s not always willing to stick his pads into the pile.” That helps explain Pauline’s 5/6th round grade. CBS Sports ranked him only slightly better, giving him only a 4th/5th round grade . Then, Melifonwu was one of the “winners” at the Senior …
Boston deflated about facing Atlanta in Super Bowl LI
Falcons fever is taking over Atlanta as the team seeks their first ever Super Bowl title one week from Sunday, but in Boston the home newspaper of the New England Patriots expressed disappointment in facing the Falcons calling Atlanta a city with “zero enthusiasm” for pro sports. The Boston Globe headline: “It’s hard to get pumped up about a Super Bowl against Atlanta.”
Super Bowl game crew announced
The other members of the officiating crew for the game are Dan Ferrell , Kent Payne , Jeff Seeman , Doug Rosenbaum , Dyrol Prioleau , and Todd Prukop . Cheffers, in his 17th season as an NFL game official, entered the league in 2000 as a side judge and was promoted to referee in 2008.
Falcons holding out Jones, Mack
Matt Ryan wasn’t worried that he didn’t have his center and top receiver with him for the Falcons’ first Super Bowl practice on Wednesday or for the remainder of the week. The quarterback says he trusts Alex Mack and Julio Jones will do what is necessary to be ready despite missing this week’s practice schedule with injuries.
Bucs’ McCoy, Evans take part in Pro Bowl skills competition
A new twist leading up to the Pro Bowl in Orlando is a skills competition, which was taped Wednesday for showing at 7 tonight on ESPN, with Bucs DT Gerald McCoy and WR Mike Evans taking part in the made-for-TV event. The competition has quarterbacks throwing passes through moving targets, receivers trying to catch a football dropped from drones hovering 100 feet overhead, and other unique events.
Bruce Allen: Goal Remains to Sign Cousins Long Term
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Dez Bryant happy with direction of Cowboys and himself
Minnesota Vikings receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, left, and Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant share one of many light moments at Wednesday’s practice for the Pro Bowl on Sunday. New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr., left, and Cowboys pass catcher Dez Bryant share workplace hints during Wednesday’s Pro Bowl practice in Florida.
Dez Bryant happy with direction of Cowboys and himself
Minnesota Vikings receiver Cordarrelle Patterson, left, and Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant share one of many light moments at Wednesday’s practice for the Pro Bowl on Sunday. New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr., left, and Cowboys pass catcher Dez Bryant share workplace hints during Wednesday’s Pro Bowl practice in Florida.