Super Bowl X’s and O’s: Running Off-Tackle Could Be Key for the Patriots

January 31, 2017

By John Sarianides The Patriots will have their hands full with Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Vic Beasley and defensive ends Tyson Jackson, Dwight Freeney and Brooks Reed. All four players are active and disruptive off the edge. Not only can they get pressure on Tom Brady but they can also penetrate and make plays in the back field against the running game. It is imperative that they are accounted for….

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Super Bowl X’s and O’s: The Patriots Need to Confuse Matt Ryan With Multiple Fronts and Coverages

January 31, 2017

By John Sarianides I often hear people say that veterans quarterbacks have seen everything, that you can’t confuse them. I disagree. I think you can confuse any quarterback if you show them enough fronts, coverages and pressure packages. Even smart quarterbacks like Matt Ryan could get confused. That is why I think the Patriots should take a similar defensive approach in this game to the one they took against the…

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The The 49ers Have Nothing to Lose By Hiring John Lynch

January 30, 2017

By John Sarianides  The San Francisco 49ers surprised the football world on Sunday night when they hired former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Denver Broncos strong safety John Lynch as general manager. Unlike other former players who have made the jump to the front office, Lynch has no coaching, scouting or front office experience. Lynch’s only experience in the NFL is as a player. His hiring is truly an outside the…

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3-Step Slant: Three Things Tom Brady and Matt Ryan Must Do in Order for Their teams to Win

January 30, 2017

By John Sarianides Matt Ryan and Tom Brady have played at a high level all season long but that doesn’t mean they are not prone to making mistakes. In order for their respective teams to win this game, the two quarterbacks must do the following things. Matt Ryan 1.Treat It Like Another Game: Matt Ryan needs to treat this like another game. He has to live up to his Matty Ice…

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Super Bowl LI: Breaking Down the Coaching Match-Up in Super Bowl LI

January 30, 2017

By John Sarianides Super Bowl 51 will be Bill Belichick’s 10th Super Bowl appearance. Falcons coach Dan Quinn is coaching in his third Super Bowl in the last four years. So. Which head coach and staff has the advantage? We think its the Patriots. Here’s why. Head Coaches: Bill Belichick vs. Dan Quinn: Belichick gets the edge here. He will be coaching in his tenth Super Bowl which is insane if…

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NFL Draft: Ten Thoughts on the Senior Bowl

January 29, 2017

Image courtesy of Glenn Andrews/USA Today Sports By John Sarianides The 2017 Senior Bowl didn’t feature much offense but two offensive players, wide receiver Zay Jones and quarterback Davis Webb really stood out.  Here are some thoughts on the game and which players improved their stock. 1. East Carolina wide receiver Zay Jones was impressive. Jones caught six passes for 68 yards and a touchdown but it was the two…

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NFL Draft: 10 Offensive and 10 Defensive Players to Watch at the Senior Bowl

January 27, 2017

The Reese’s Senior Bowl is this afternoon  and there are several intriguing prospects playing in the game. Here are our top ten offensive and defensive prospects to watch for. Top 10 Offensive Prospects 1. Dan Feeney, OG, Indiana (North): Feeney is a road grader who plays with good technique, power and leverage. He is a solid short area pass blocker who moves well laterally and can adjust to speed rushers….

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New Format, Same Pro Bowl

January 27, 2017

By John Sarianides I watched the Pro Bowl skills competition last night and while it was fun, I am still not interested in watching the Pro Bowl itself. I despise all-star games. They have lost their luster to me. When you are a kid, you think all-star games are the greatest thing you’ll ever watch. When you get older, you realize that it is just a bunch of rich athletes…

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The Steelers Need to Call Big Ben’s Bluff About Retiring

January 26, 2017

By John Sarianides Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger hinted in a radio interview on Tuesday that he is unsure of what his plans are regarding playing football next season. Roethlisberger did not get into specifics but sources close to the signal caller claim that he is indeed contemplating retirement. I don’t buy it. There is no way Roethlisberger would walk away from$64 million dollars over the next three seasons. He is…

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