Can Jadeveon Clowney Finally Break out in 2016? - Bleacher Report Eric Christian Smith/Associated Press Before the Houston Texans selected him with the first overall pick in 2014, one image stood out when you heard Jadeveon Clowney's name: a flying helmet. It belonged to Michigan running back Vincent Smith. As it floated through the air during the 2013 Outback Bowl, a transformation took … [Read more...]

Is Jadeveon Clowney the NFL's Best Bet for a Breakout Season in 2016? - Bleacher Report Eric Christian Smith/Associated Press Before the Houston Texans selected him with their first overall pick in 2014, one image stood out when you heard the name Jadeveon Clowney: A flying helmet. It belonged to Michigan running back Vincent Smith. As it floated through the air during the 2013 Outback … [Read more...]

Minds Behind the Game - David Shaw, May 18, 2016 Presented by Chat Sports - Rule Of Tree Stanford Football Head Coach David Shaw sits down with Chat Sports CEO James Yoder for a 1-on-1 fireside chat for the 10th installment of Minds Behind the Game. Here is the  transcript of the event: "Questions:Career:Let's start off with upbringing: You are the son of a coach, what did you learn from your … [Read more...]

Inside Jay Z's high-end boutique athlete agency - Chicago Tribune The elevator goes up to the 39th floor, and through a pair of double doors, a neon paper airplane glows on the wall. Staffers pass through the lobby dressed stylishly casual, as if they're heading to brunch or maybe a concert. There are few hints about the businesses that weave together these cubicles and glass offices - plus … [Read more...]

Fact or Fiction: Olivier Vernon in the Pro Bowl? - Giants.com (blog) The Giants.com staff debates Big Blue topics as the Giants prepare for the 2016 seasonThe Giant most likely to make his first Pro Bowl is Olivier Vernon.JOHN SCHMEELK: Fiction - My initial reaction here was to agree, but then I started thinking about it. If Vernon plays for a whole season like he did in the final eight games last … [Read more...]

Every Power 5 College Football Team's Most Explosive Playmaker - Bleacher Report Harry How/Getty Images Football is the ultimate team game, as regular contributions are necessary from a slew of players in order to achieve success. The best college football teams are ones who are talented and accomplished across the board, not just in one or two areas. Yet on every team there's that one … [Read more...]

Taking command: Garrett Grayson's poise, control showing improvement in second season - The Advocate It's hard to gain confidence from your teammates when they can tell you aren't confident in yourself. It can't be faked. The other faces in the huddle can see through you — especially at quarterback. It's almost impossible to find success when the … [Read more...]

Patriots join 'Deflategate' fight in court for the 1st time - Palm Beach Post The New England Patriots joined the latest "Deflategate" appeal to support Tom Brady on Wednesday, taking sides with their star quarterback in court for the first time in his fight against the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell. In an eight-page friend of the court brief filed with the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of … [Read more...]

Patriots joins 'Deflategate' battle in court for first time - Palm Beach Post The New England Patriots joined the latest "Deflategate" appeal to support Tom Brady on Wednesday, taking sides with their star quarterback in court for the first time in his fight against the NFL and Commissioner Roger Goodell. In an eight-page friend of the court brief filed with the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of … [Read more...]

Mike Clay's wide receiver dynasty rankings - ESPN 11:32 AM ET Mike ClayESPN Writer Close Fantasy football, NFL analyst for ESPN.com Member of Pro Football Writers of America Founding director of Pro Football Focus Fantasy 2013 FSTA award winner for most accurate preseason rankings print The 2016 free-agency period and NFL draft are in the books, which means we have a pretty … [Read more...]