College football is here and it’s time to talk who are the pre-season favorites to win the Heisman. It’s a loaded field, so here goes. 1. Christian McCaffery, RB Stanford: McCaffery is the most versatile playmaker in the country. He plays all three downs on offense and he returns kicks. McCaffery will once again push for 2,000 yards from scrimmage. 2. DeShaun Watson, QB Clemson: Watson is one of the…
Patriots Pulse Preview: New England Patriots (3-0) at New York Giants (1-2)
Storyline: Tom Brady is the story tonight. CSNNE Tom Curran reported earlier today that Brady is going to get the start tonight against the Giants. How long Brady plays remains to be seen. Jimmy Garoppolo is going to sit tonight out. Rookie quarterback Jacoby Brissett will back up Brady. Here five things I’m looking at for tonight’s game. 1. How Long Does Tom Brady Play? I’m curious to see how…
NCAA Football: Pre-Season Top 25
The college football season kicks off in earnest this weekend with several key match ups that could have national championship implications. Here is our first top 25 poll of the season. 1. Alabama: Nick Saban has several holes to fill, namely at quarterback but if there one program that can plug and play guys, it’s Bama. 2. Oklahoma Sooners: Baker Mayfield and the Sooners are a national championship contender and…
The Daily Script for August 30th 2016
1. Colin Kaepernick wants you to know that he will not be standing for the national anthem this season. In other news, Kaepernick still sucks and is overpaid. 2. I can’t say I’m surprised the Browns cut outside linebacker Paul Kruger. He hasn’t exactly played up to his $40 million dollar contract. 3. Make sure you are sitting down. Second year Ravens receiver Breshad Perriman might play Thursday night. 4….
Patriots Pulse Blog: Not Everyone Likes Pot Roast
In a somewhat surprising move, the Patriots released veteran defensive tackle Terrance Knighton after signing him to a one year deal this past off-season. The Patriots wanted to add a veteran presence along their defensive line to supplement their young guys and Knighton seemed to be a perfect fit. Pot Roast as he’s called even got into shape and trimmed down for the upcoming season. Unfortunately, being in the best…
The Cowboys Don’t Owe Tony Romo a Thing
Tony Romo is hurt again and the prevailing thought nationally is that the Cowboys season is already over. That’s hogwash as far as I’m concerned. Contrary to popular belief, the Cowboys season is not over. Rookie quarterback Dak Prescott has shown that he is more than capable of leading the Cowboys the first six to ten weeks while Romo is out. Why do I have so much confidence in Prescott…
Colin Kaepernick Proved This Weekend That He Doesn’t Get It
I can’t say I’m surprised that Colin Kaepernick refused to stand up for the national anthem the other night against the Packers. It’s par for the course for a guy who is immature and has a lot of growing up to do. Kaepernick has been a major league bust since the 49ers rewarded him with a $114 million dollar extension in 2014. He has not lived up to the contract…
Patriots Pulse Rewind: Patriots 19 Panthers 17
Game Rewind: The Patriots were a mixed bag in their 19-17 win over the Panthers. The quarterbacks were the story. Tom Brady made his pre-season debut and looked O.K. Jimmy Garappolo finally struggled and Jacoby Brissett was perfect. The defense was once again good and they are starting to look like an elite unit. Here are my five takeaways from last night’s game. 1. Tom Was Terrific on Two Throws: Brady…
Patriots Pulse Preview: New England Patriots (2-0) at Carolina Panthers (1-1)
It looks like a thumbs up for Tom Brady tonight. Storyline: It’s the all important third pre-season game tonight as the Patriots head to Carolina to face the Panthers. Expect tonight’s starters on both sides of the ball to play at least a half, if not more. Tonight will also mark the season debut of Tom Brady. At least we think so. Here is what we are looking for in…
Patriots Pulse Blog: Trading for Mingo is a Typical Value Move for the Patriots
The Patriots traded a 2017 fifth round draft pick for outside linebacker Barkevious Mingo yesterday. Mingo, the sixth overall pick in the 2013 draft is in the last year of his rookie deal. Mingo has underachieved thus far amassing only seven sacks in three seasons. Part of Mingo’s problem is that he can’t put weight on. Taking a chance on Mingo is a typical Bill Belichick move. The Patriots will…