Percy Harvin, who wants to play again, has had one weird career Percy Harvin wants to play again, and there are reportedly teams interested in him. On one hand that makes sense: He's a dynamic talent and when he's right, he is a great difference maker. On the other hand, it makes no sense at all why a team would be eager to bring him into their locker room. And that pretty much sums up … [Read more...]
Draft Analysis: NFL Draft Needs: Ravens
Draft Analysis: NFL Draft Needs: Ravens Evan Silva (@EvanSilva) is the Senior Football Editor for Rotoworld's NFL Page, and Josh Norris (@JoshNorris) leads Rotoworld's college football and NFL draft coverage. Together, they're breaking down every team's biggest needs and offering potential draft-day solutions. For a breakdown on every team, check out the team-by-team draft preview schedule. No. … [Read more...]
Well, we have a full-scale New York Times vs. NFL war
Well, we have a full-scale New York Times vs. NFL war The NFL wasn't happy with The New York Times, demanded a retraction of its story criticizing the NFL on how it handled the concussion issue, and The Times shot back in kind on Wednesday. In other words, the most famous newspaper in the United States and the most powerful sports entity in the U.S. are now in a public war of words. The … [Read more...]
NFL draft profile: Alabama C Ryan Kelly, safest pick in the draft?
NFL draft profile: Alabama C Ryan Kelly, safest pick in the draft? Shutdown Corner is counting down the top 50 prospects in the 2016 NFL draft with a scouting report, quotes from NFL evaluators and a projection where they might be drafted. 35. Alabama C Ryan Kelly6-foot-4, 311 pounds Key stat: Committed one penalty in his past 23 games, a stretch of more than 1,500 snaps. Kelly also didn't … [Read more...]
Jalen Ramsey says he’s ‘best player’ in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick?
Jalen Ramsey says he's 'best player' in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick? For months now, people have been slotting Ole Miss OT Laremy Tunsil with the first pick in the draft. Almost out of habit at this point. [ STACK: Jalen Ramsey shows off his insane leaping ability at pro day ] Could it happen? Yes. The Tennessee Titans, owners of No. 1, sent a big contingent to his pro day this week. But that … [Read more...]
Draft Analysis: NFL Draft Needs: Steelers
Draft Analysis: NFL Draft Needs: Steelers Evan Silva (@EvanSilva) is the Senior Football Editor for Rotoworld's NFL Page, and Josh Norris (@JoshNorris) leads Rotoworld's college football and NFL draft coverage. Together, they're breaking down every team's biggest needs and offering potential draft-day solutions. For a breakdown on every team, check out the team-by-team draft preview schedule. … [Read more...]
Jalen Ramsey says he’s “best player” in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick?
Jalen Ramsey says he's "best player" in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick? For months now, people have been slotting Ole Miss OT Laremy Tunsil with the first pick in the draft. Almost out of habit at this point. Could it happen? Yes. The Tennessee Titans, owners of No. 1, sent a big contingent to his pro day this week. But that same crew of Titans heavy hitters also was on hand for the pro day of … [Read more...]
Tim Tebow hasn’t ruled out the thought of being a politician
Tim Tebow hasn't ruled out the thought of being a politician It's not too hard to see Tim Tebow becoming a politician because if you've ever met him, it's hard to dislike the man. Oh, the criticism of his play as an NFL quarterback is fair and deserved. And Tebow's legions of fans can be, let's say, "passionate." But Tebow himself? Hard to find anyone who would truly hold a personal grudge … [Read more...]
Ted Wells’ law firm demands NY Times retraction on behalf of NFL
Ted Wells' law firm demands NY Times retraction on behalf of NFL The New York Times really struck a nerve with the NFL. The NFL was angry at the Times story that linked the league to the tobacco industry ("N.F.L.’s Flawed Concussion Research and Ties to Tobacco Industry," published online on March 24), taking the rare step of publishing a two-part rebuttal that was more than 3,000 words in … [Read more...]
‘Dancing with the Stars’ recap: ‘Virile!’ Flutie impresses in Week 2
'Dancing with the Stars' recap: 'Virile!' Flutie impresses in Week 2 “Dancing with the Stars” welcomed many an NFL player over its first 21 seasons, but Season 22, which premiered on Monday, March 21, features three: newly-minted Super Bowl MVP Von Miller from the Denver Broncos, Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro Antonio Brown and former Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie, a Canadian Football … [Read more...]