Minnesota Vikings lock up head coach Mike Zimmer for long haul There’s a lot to get excited about with the Minnesota Vikings’ future — a new stadium and a talented roster. Another big reason for optimism, head coach Mike Zimmer, apparently isn’t going anywhere for a long time. The Vikings announced that they have signed Zimmer to a contract extension prior to his third year on the job. The … [Read more...]

2016 NFL Preview: Vikings hope to get Adrian Peterson to a Super Bowl Shutdown Corner is previewing all 32 teams as we get ready for the NFL season, counting down the teams one per day in reverse order of our initial 2016 power rankings. No. 1 will be revealed on Aug. 6, the day before the Hall of Fame Game kicks off the preseason. There are probably two categories of Minnesota Vikings … [Read more...]

Warren Sapp bitten by a shark (True story) Warren Sapp (Getty Images) If you believe in karma, this story is for you. Retired defensive tackle Warren Sapp, who last year was charged with three counts of domestic violence after he allegedly bit and stepped on the face of his then-girlfriend, got some comeuppance on Wednesday thanks to a hungry shark. Via Tampa Bay Times reporter Greg Auman, … [Read more...]

By the Numbers: The Upside of Receptions Football is a tough game to predict. We know that. Even when we’re performing sound analyses and correctly identifying signal amongst noise, things can go haywire, quick. But it’s compounded when we miss the obvious. While it’s important to inform our predictions with what has happened on individual and team levels, league-wide trends have created a value … [Read more...]

Rams grant Nick Foles' request and release QB Nick Foles (Getty Images) You give a little, you get your freedom: the Los Angeles Rams have released Nick Foles, reportedly after the quarterback requested to be let go. In exchange for the opportunity to hit the open market, ESPN’s Ed Werder reports, Foles agreed to a lower guaranteed salary from the Rams. The Rams acquired Foles from the … [Read more...]

Offseason Low Down: Jets Fantasy Preview Jets Year in Review2015 Pass Attempts Rank: 15th (604)2015 Rush Attempts Rank: 10th (448)2015 Total Offensive Plays Rank: 6th (1,074)2015 Yards Per Play Rank: 15th (5.5)Click here to read all of Silva's Team Fantasy Previews.Projected Starting LineupQB: Ryan FitzpatrickRB: Matt ForteWR: Brandon MarshallWR: Eric DeckerWR: Quincy EnunwaTE: Kellen DavisLT: … [Read more...]

2016 NFL Preview: Cowboys might regret their draft decisions Shutdown Corner is previewing all 32 teams as we get ready for the NFL season, counting down the teams one per day in reverse order of our initial 2016 power rankings. No. 1 will be revealed on Aug. 6, the day before the Hall of Fame Game kicks off the preseason. I wanted to put the Dallas Cowboys very high in these rankings. The … [Read more...]

Seahawks, Pete Carroll agree to contract extension, per report (Getty Images) The Seattle Seahawks and head coach Pete Carroll have reached an agreement on a contract extension through the 2019 season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Seahawks reached agreement with HC Pete Carroll today, two days after locking up GM John Schneider, sources tell ESPN. Deal through 2019. — Adam Schefter … [Read more...]

Reports: Cowboys' suspended DE Randy Gregory checks into treatment facility Already suspended for the first four games of the regular season for violating the NFL’s substance abuse policy, Dallas Cowboys’ DE Randy Gregory is facing an even longer suspension after another drug test failure, according to an ESPN report. Gregory was a second-round pick in 2015 who was considered a … [Read more...]

Bump and Run: Gordon’s Stock Rises The Browns and Steelers may be close geographically but that’s where the similarities end. Two recent suspensions help to illustrate the stark contrasts between the two franchises. Le’Veon Bell’s four-game ban, the result of multiple missed drug tests, has Steelers fans ripping their hair out. On the flip side, Clevelanders are thrilled about Josh Gordon’s … [Read more...]