I’m Just Sayin: The NFL Opens New Doors to Women and Closes the Door for Others.

February 5, 2016

The NFL once again proved that they are a league that will do anything for good publicity. The league announced yesterday that the Rooney Rule will now apply to women and management positions. Great! Let the reverse discrimination begin. The Rooney Rule is the biggest farce in sports. It doesn’t guarantee minorities and women jobs. All it does is guarantees them an interview because they are minority and female. While…

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NFL at Large: The Browns Make a Good Decision in Moving on From Johnny Manziel. 

February 3, 2016

The Browns are moving on from Johnny Football. It’s about time!  Browns EVP of Football Ops Sashi Brown announced yesterday that the team will cut quarterback Johnny Manziel when the new league year begins on March 9th. Good! The Browns have finally made a sound, sensible decision. It’s time to move on from Manziel. After two seasons of failed expectations and media scrutiny, the Browns have had enough of Manziel…

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2016 NFL Draft: Ten Prospects to Watch in Today’s Senior Bowl.

January 30, 2016

All eyes will be on North Dakota State quarterback Carson Wentz today. 1. Braxton Miller WR Ohio State: Miller has had a good week of practice. His speed and explosiveness have been on full display. Miller is not a true wide receiver but he is a versatile play maker who can be a weapon in any offense. He can line up in the slot, as a wing, split out or…

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I’m Just Sayin: The Chargers and Raiders Need to Stay Put. 

January 30, 2016

  The San Diego Chargers announced yesterday that they will be playing in San Diego next season. Owner Dean Spanos reiterated the team’s desire to stay in San Diego and said he and his family are meeting with city leaders in an attempt to solve the stadium issue with the city. The NFL has pledged $100 million dollars toward a stadium project in San Diego. That along with the Chargers…

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NFL At Large: AFC and NFC Championship Game Previews

January 23, 2016

It’s Conference Championship weekend in the NFL. Two games to determine which two teams will represent their respective conferences in Super Bowl 50. Here is our Championship Sunday preview including predictions.  AFC Chanpionship Game New England Patriots (13-4) at Denver Broncos (13-4) Storyline: It’s Brady, Manning 17 in what could be the final meeting between the two  all-time greats. Brady holds an 11-5 edge over Manning in head to head…

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NFL At Large: Doc’s Thoughts on the Divisional Round Playoff Games. 

January 18, 2016

The bandwagoneers are jumping ship in Seattle. 1. The Patriots returned to form against the Chiefs because Julian Edelman played. Edelman is the Patriots most important receiver, even more important than Gronk. He is a tremendous route runner and he enables the Patriots to get the ball out quick. That helps Brady and the offensive line.  2. The Packers lost to Arizona fair and square on Saturday night but they…

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NFL At Large: Divisional Round Three Key Preview.

January 16, 2016

  It’s the divisional round portion of the 2016 NFL playoffs and there are several intriguing match ups this weekend. Here’s a look at the divisional match ups outside of Kansas City, New England.  Green Bay Packers at Arizona Cardinals Three Keys for the Packers 1. Protect A-Rod: The Packers need to do a better job in pass pro than they did three weeks ago when they got drubbed by…

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NFL at Large: Grading the Coaching Hires

January 15, 2016

Adam Gase was the right hire for the Dolphins.   Three more coaching vacancies were filled yesterday in what was a busy day in the NFL. That leaves the Tennessee Titans as the only team left that has an opening left. Here are my grades for all the coaching hires thus far. Miami Dolphins: Adam Gase: I really like this hire. Gase is a terrific offensive coach who has a history…

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I’m Just Sayin: The NFL Once Again Proves Its All About the Money with the Relocation to Los Angeles. 

January 13, 2016

Inspector Clouseau look a like Stan Kroenke got his way and moved the Rams back to L.A. NFL owners once again proved last night that the NFL is a business and if the opportunity presents itself to make more money, they are willing to just about do anything. That includes relocating a team for the sake of relocation. That is exactly what happened with the Rams yesterday. Unlike the Chargers…

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NFL At Large: Doc’s Thoughts on Wild Card Weekend and Other Stuff.

January 11, 2016

Blair Walsh. The new face of “Miss”ery 1.I know most people think that Marvin Lewis should be fired because of what happened on Saturday night but I wouldn’t fire him for that. I would fire him for his 0-7 record in the playoffs. I would cut Vontaze Burfict and Pacman Jones. Those two ass clowns don’t deserve to be on an NFL roster. 2.I’m glad the Texans showed up. Billy…

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