In DeSean Jackson’s Absence, Jeremy Maclin and Other Eagles Must Step Up

Published on: 22nd October, 2010

The Hit on DeSean Jackson Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson suffered a "serious concussion" Sunday after being hit by Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson. Jackson was motionless, flat on the turf. Robinson was just as immobile next to the injured receiver. Both players eventually got up off the field and were helped ...

Appalachian State Considering Move To FBS: Good Idea?

Published on: 1st October, 2010

Who is Appalachian State Appalachian State University is located in Boone, North Carolina and is widely known for its recent football success. They gained national exposure with a historic upset of the Michigan Wolverines, the most successful program in college football history. Appalachian State upsets Michigan In 2007, the Appalachian State Mountaineers went into ...

Jake Locker’s Draft Status: Is He Still A First-Round Pick?

Published on: 30th September, 2010

Washington Huskies Quarterback Jake Locker Washington Huskies quarterback Jake Locker was the prohibited favorite to earn the No. 1 draft pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. The consensus of that choice quickly changed after Locker completed just 4-of-20 pass attempts for 71 yards with one TD and two interceptions in a ...

The Pittsburgh Steelers Will Defeat the Baltimore Ravens: WHY?

Published on: 29th September, 2010

There is not a more bitter, but competitive rivalry then when the Pittsburgh Steelers square off against the Baltimore Ravens.The two teams have split the last 14 meetings, with the Ravens averaging nine more points per game, and the Steelers eight more yards of total offense.The only thing that is ...

Bruce Gradkowski Is the Oakland Raiders Starting Quarterback: Bad Move By Cable

Published on: 24th September, 2010

Bruce Gradkowski Named Oakland Raiders Starter Oakland Raiders head coach Tom Cable did not make the right call in benching quarterback Jason Campbell and naming Bruce Gradkowski the starter for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. "The reasons are pretty simple," Cable said. "First and foremost is the energy and the level ...

Cincinnati Bearcats Fall to NC State Wolfpack: Why Is the Big East So Bad?

Published on: 17th September, 2010

Cincinnati's Loss to NC State The Cincinnati Bearcats fell to the NC State Wolfpack Thursday, 30-19, and are now 1-2 this season with a game against the No. 7 Oklahoma Sooners next week. NC State quarterback Russell Wilson threw for 333 yards and three touchdowns to help the Wolfpack beat Cincinnati, giving ...

Matthew Stafford: Injured Again, Is He a Bust?

Published on: 15th September, 2010

Matt Stafford's Injury Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford was knocked out of the season opener when Chicago's Julius Peppers sacked him Sunday, putting him on the sideline with a banged-up right shoulder-his third injury in two seasons. Stafford's father, John Stafford, said his son is going to visit well-known sports Dr. James ...

Shannon Sharpe Leaves CBS, Where Now?

Published on: 15th September, 2010

Why Did Sharpe Leave CBS? Former Denver Broncos and Baltimore Ravens tight end Shannon Sharpe is leaving his job on CBS as an NFL analyst in light of a sexual assault allegation against him. Atlanta's Fulton County Superior Court has granted a temporary restraining order against Sharpe following a petition filed ...

Ohio State Football Defeats Miami 36-24: It Was Not Impressive

Published on: 11th September, 2010

The No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes defeated No. 12 Miami Hurricanes 36-24 on Saturday afternoon, but OSU was not impressive. The two teams met for the first time since the 2003 Fiesta Bowl National Championship game, with the Buckeyes taking a dramatic and controversial 31-24 victory in double-overtime. This game was not ...

Michigan Quarterback Denard Robinson: Can You Say Heisman?