The offensive skill guys in the NFL will dominate today’s edition of four downs. Here goes! 1st Down: DeAndre Hopkins Comes to His Senses: I’m glad DeAndre Hopkins decided to report to Texans camp. Holding out would have been a mistake on his part. While he’s underpaid, Hopkins still has two years left on his current deal and he’s not in a position to hold out. I’m sure the Texans…
Much has been made of Peyton Manning’s training camp tour. Manning was spotted at Saints training camp over the weekend and he was at Dolphins training camp yesterday visiting his old buddy Adam Gase. Many expect Manning to take this season off and return to the game in 2017 in some capacity. Whether that’s in television or in a football operations role, Manning won’t be away from the game for…
If there was any doubt how revered Tom Brady is around these parts, it was put to rest last night when Brady spoke at Kevin Faulk’s induction into the Patriots Hall of Fame. Brady got a standing ovation after he walked on the stage sporting Faulk’s #33 jersey. He briefly spoke about playing with Faulk. At the end of his speech, the crowd broke out into a Brady chant. Brady…
The Patriots have the best tight end combination in the NFL with Rob Gronkowski and Martellus Bennett. Gronk is the greatest tight end of all time and when it’s all said and done, could be one of the most dominant players of all time. Bennett isn’t in that class but he’s been a good player the last three years. Two years ago, Bennett caught 90 balls. The Patriots have three…
1. Tom Brady working with Randy Moss and Wes Welker during his suspension is brilliant. They know the base Patriots offense and they have a timing relationship with Brady. Brilliant move by TB12 organizing the workouts. 2. The Chargers need to get Joey Bosa into camp. The longer he’s out, the more it stunts his growth. Bosa and his agent need to realize this and get back to the table…
The Patriots officially opened training camp today. Here are some thoughts as the Patriots officially open the 2016 season. 1. How will the Patriots divide up the quarterback reps? Word is Tom Brady, Jimmy Garoppolo and Jacoby Brissett will get equal reps early in camp. 2. Speaking of reps. Running backs coach Ivan Fears will have his hands full figuring out reps for a crowded backfield. 3. Rob Gronkowski will…
I don’t give a rats ass that Peyton Manning was exonerated by the NFL regarding his alleged use of PED’s. I’ve never bought the story and now that the NFL has concluded he’s innocent of any wrong doing, I feel even better for not believing the terrorist network! I’m not going to waste time speculating that the league and Manning are in cahoots. I’m not wasting any time with the…
The NFL announced yesterday that Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Gordon is going to be reinstated for the 2016 season. Gordon will sit out the first four games but he will return for the Week five match up against the Patriots. It’s great news for a Browns organization that has had a tumultuous off-season. Getting Gordon back gives the Browns the one thing they are lacking right now. A proven…
On the surface, it appears that Roger Goodell is really putting the screws to Tom Brady and the Patriots. Brady will not be allowed to have any contact with the team while he is serving his four game suspension. Brady will be banished to his Brookline compound until week four. He can’t invite teammates or coaches over to his house to work with him. What ever work he does, he’ll…
Position Overview: The Patriots could carry as many as six wide receivers going into camp. I know it sounds like a stretch but Bill Belichick is so unpredictable when it comes to the composition of the roster. Julien Edelman, Danny Amendola, Matthew Slater and Chris Hogan are locks in my opinion. The fifth receiver spot is up for grabs and a crowded field is competing for the lone spot. Veterans Nate…