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Tim Tebow Gets Released, Jets Finally Realize He's Not Good

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:53:18 +0000

The New York Jets have released Tim Tebow in the most high-profile split since Brad and Jen called it quits. The Jets parted ways with the lightning rod for controversy on Monday after a year in which he rode the bench following a trade with the Denver Broncos that left many people scratching their heads. [...]

The Voice of the NFL Pat Summerall Dies

Polly Wogg — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:38:08 +0000

The voice of the NFL has died. Pat Summerall passed away after hip surgery at the age of 82. Summerall began his NFL broadcasting career at CBS and later moved to FOX. Most of his time was spent with another NFL legend, John Madden after his 9 year career as a NFL kicker from 1952-61. [...]

Bucs Pushing For Revis

Ty Webb — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:18:32 +0000

According to league sources the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are making a bid for Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis. The Bucs have reportedly tabled an offer the Jets are considering. The current hold up is Tampa’s unwillingness to include their first-round pick in the 2013 NFL draft next month. Negotiations could continue Thursday with a deal imminent. [...]

Bills Release Fitzpatrick, NFL Free Agency Begins

Ty Webb — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 02:58:59 +0000

The Buffalo Bills cut veteran quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick after 4 seasons on Tuesday as the NFL season officially kicked off. Several big names found new homes, while others were released. More rumors have surfaced regarding the future of Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis. The latest talk has Revis heading to Philadelphia. Follow live updates from the [...]

NFL Player Terrance Ganaway Makes Sandwiches In Off Season For Minimum Wage

Polly Wogg — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:26:09 +0000

You've got to applaud this guy's mature way of handling all the temptations and pressures pro athletes deal with on a daily basis. Terrance Ganaway is a running back on the St. Louis Rams. Last year was his rookie year. And right now, during the NFL off-season, he's back home in Waco, Texas, working for minimum wage making sandwiches at a Jimmy John's.

49ers' Quarterback Alex Smith Leaving San Francisco

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 19:02:25 +0000

Even though the 2013 NFL season is seven months away, there’s news about Alex Smith, quarterback from the San Francisco 49ers. According to aol.sportingnews.com: “The Kansas City Chiefs have acquired Alex Smith to be their next quarterback, multiple media outlets reported. Although the deal can’t be made official until March 12, it means that Smith, [...]

Vince Lombardi Trophy From Tiffany's

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:10:17 +0000

When the Baltimore Ravens were awarded the Vince Lombardi Trophy, the prize for winning the Super Bowl, they were getting an original. Unlike other sports trophies like the Stanley Cup in the NHL, which is the same cup handed down each year to the new winner, the Lombardi Trophy is a brand new one each year.

Ravens Hold On For Super Bowl Win

Ty Webb — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 06:13:53 +0000

The Ravens held off a late 49ers rally to win Super Bowl XLVII. Baltimore opened up a 28-6 lead with a 108-yard kick return to open the second half. San Francisco fought back scoring 17 unanswered points following a 34 minute delay due to a power outage, but fell short in the last seconds. The [...]

Jets First AFL Team To Win In Super Bowl III

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 18:14:01 +0000

Not only did the New York Jets beat the then Baltimore Colts 16 - 7 in Super Bowl III becoming the first AFL team to win the big game, but Jets Quarterback Joe Namath guaranteed that they would win.

Did Ray Lewis Turn To PEDs?

Ty Webb — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 06:33:15 +0000

According to a Sports Illustrated report Ray Lewis was given a product containing banned substances to help heal his torn triceps muscle. Team officials claim Lewis has not tested positive for any banned substances and has denied using a banned substance. The report claims that Lewis was given a deer-antler spray which contains a substance on [...]

My Thoughts On NFL Pro Bowl

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:10:16 +0000

Obviously, there was no defense in last night's NFL Pro Bowl, when the NFC can rack up 62 points at will. Last year, the NFL Commissioner warned that players should make more of an effort so it doesn't look like such a farce. So, what should the NFLdo with the Pro Bowl?

NFC Dominates AFC In Pro Bowl

Ty Webb — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 05:49:40 +0000

The NFC scored 28 straight points en route to a 62-35 win over the AFC in the Pro Bowl. The Giants Eli Manning threw a pair of TD passes while Seattle rookie Russell Wilson threw for 3 touchdowns in the win. However, both were upstaged by Vikings tight end Kyle Rudolph who brought home the [...]

NFL Pro Bowl Sunday Night

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 13:00:13 +0000

Years ago after Super Bowl weekend, football fans got one last blast of NFL action on the following Sunday with the Pro Bowl. But, in the past couple of years, the NFL Pro Bowl takes place the weekend before Super Sunday, and it's this Sunday night.

Family of Junior Seau Files Wrongful Death Suit Vs. NFL

Joe Student — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 23:37:40 +0000

The family of the late Junior Seau has filed a wrongful death suit against the NFL Wednesday, alleging that the trauma the 12-time Pro Bowl linebacker suffered while playing in the league caused a brain disease that led him to commit suicide in May 2012. The lawsuit, which was filed Wednesday at the California Superior [...]

Shannon Sharpe Blasts Belichick For "Poor Sportmanship"

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:00:20 +0000

If you watched the NFL Post Game Show last night on CBS, as the show was coming to a close, and the panel was talking up the Super Bowl, commentator Shannon Sharpe let New England Patriots losing coach, Bill Belichick have it. After losing to the Baltimore Ravens, Belichick declined a post-game interview, as is customary by a losing coach with CBS comentator (and formerly of the Buffalo Bills) Steve Tasker.

The NFL Bad Lip Read Video

Polly Wogg — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:32:21 +0000

You see NFL football players, coaches and even the refs talking on the field every week, but you rarely get to hear what they're saying. That is until now. Thanks to Bad Lip Reading, we now get to hear them. Check it out. Too funny! If you're a football fan, you'll love this. Thanks Paul Link for sharing, this made my morning :)

NFL Considering Ending Kick-Offs In Attempt To Reduce Injuries

Matt Herkimer — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:18:41 +0000

We've all seen it. A speedy kickoff returner going full speed is suddenly clobbered by an opposing player going full tilt in the opposite direction. Now ESPN reports that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell is suggesting that the leagues rules committee consider dropping the kickoff as a way to reduce injuries. No kickoffs? How would it work?

NFL Playoffs — Divisional Recap: Falcons Beat Seahawks on Late FG; Patriots Down Texans

Joe Student — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 01:16:21 +0000

The Atlanta Falcons nearly suffered an epic collapse before rallying, and the New England Patriots continued their dominance. Here’s a recap of Sunday’s NFL playoff games: Atlanta 30 — Seattle 28 Matt Bryant kicked a 49-yard field goal with eight seconds to play, and the top-seeded Atlanta Falcons beat the Seattle Seahawks, 30-28, in Atlanta [...]

Former NFL Quarterback Bernie Kosar Undergoing Treatment For Brain Trauma

Matt Herkimer — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:01:49 +0000

The news that former NFL star Junior Seau was suffering from a debilitating brain disease before committing suicide last year was still fresh when reports surfaced that another former NFL player, quarterback Bernie Kosar, has been receiving treatment for his brain disorder. Behind both of these situations lies the number of concussions each suffered over the course of their playing days. What do the reports say?

NFL Playoffs — Divisional Recap: Ravens Beat Broncos in 2 OT; 49ers Rout Packers

Joe Student — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 05:31:18 +0000

Baltimore beat Denver in an instant playoff classic, and San Francisco dominated Green Bay in the NFC. Here’s a recap of Saturday’s NFL action: Baltimore 38 — Denver 35 (2 OT) Justin Tucker kicked a 47-yard field goal 1:42 into the second overtime, and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Denver Broncos, 38-35, in frigid Denver [...]