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3 and out?: Is Justin Blackmon Done With The Jaguars?

DeanJones — Wed, 01 May 2013 12:58:12 GMT

Justin Blackmon was once again suspended for violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy on Tuesday, a four game suspension at the start of the 2013 season stemming from a failed drug test for an unknown substance. This is Blackmon's second violation in less than a year and his third in less than three years. The gifted but troubled receiver now appears to be at a crossroads in his relatively short career and indeed his life. Therefore the question must be asked..

Where do all parties involved in this situation go from here?

The Highs and Lows of the NFL Draft

joe.halverson — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:32:51 GMT

Best Team Draft

For the first time in years, Jacksonville had a weekend where just about everything went their way.

First, the Kansas City Chiefs decided that Eric Fisher was a better offensive tackle than Luke Joeckel, allowing the player many felt was the best overall prospect in the draft to fall right into the Jaguars’ laps with the 2nd overall pick.

NFL Draft, Day 1 Recap: Vikings The Undoubted Winners On A Dramatic First Day In New York.

DeanJones — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:00:19 GMT

We expected the first day of the NFL Draft to be dramatic and it did not disappoint. It was a sensational few hours that left most viewing breathless at times. Here is a pick-by-pick recap and summary of Day one of the draft.

1. Kansas City Chiefs:
Eric Fisher, OT, Central Michigan.

NFL Draft: First Round Has Plenty Of Beef, Just No Bite

jack.kerwin — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:48:20 GMT

It’s never been the most scintillating form of entertainment. Despite all the talk and posturing and prognosticating that takes place in the months leading up to it, the NFL draft, the actual event itself, never quite lives up to its build-up.

Year in and year out, the pattern rarely changes. Fans, from cursory to creepy, get caught up in the fanfare to some degree. They hear the chit-chat about their teams’ needs, their teams’ drafting tendencies and their teams’ likely choices, all the while becoming that much more curious.

2013 NFL Mock Draft Final Version

samir.sampat — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:04:47 GMT

1. Kansas City Chiefs – OT Luke Joeckel, Texas A&M University

Reason: The Chiefs have done a solid job in rebuilding their team from the hiring of new head coach Andy Reid, acquiring quarterback Alex Smith from the San Francisco 49ers, and re-sign wide receiver Dwayne Bowe. With current left tackle Branden Albert currently on the trade block, protecting Smith's blindside becomes an immediate need.

2013 NFL Mock Draft (Picks 17-32)

aldenrandersonii — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:04:53 GMT

2013 NFL Mock Draft

17 PIT - JARVIS JONES  OLB  Georgia

With Harrison gone, the Steelers need a pass rusher. Jones had 14 sacks playing in the ultra-tough SEC. Jones fills Harrison’s spot with youth, and a big chip on his should, after being projected as a top 10 pick initially.

18 DAL - ERIC REID  FS  LSU

With an injury plagued running back corps, I think Dallas looks at Eddie Lacy here. Need trumps want for once in Dallas, and Reid is a top talent, that fills a huge need in the Dallas secondary.

19 NYG - ALEC OGLETREE  ILB  Georgia

2013 NFL Mock Draft (Picks 1-16)

aldenrandersonii — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:51:27 GMT

2013 NFL Mock Draft

1 KC - LUKE JOECKEL  OT  Texas A&M

With the impending trade of Brandon Albert, the new Chiefs regime needs a solid pick on the offensive line. I see Joeckel, who played against better competition, and has better tape than Eric Fisher.

2 JAC - DION JORDAN  DE  Oregon

Jacksonville has many needs, and looks at Eric Fisher here. Desperate for a pass rusher, I see the best 3-4 outside linebacker becoming the pass-rushing cornerstone of Gus Bradley’s new defense.

3 OAK - ERIC FISHER  OT  Central Michigan

NFL Draft: Three Sleeper Prospects Most Likely to Become the Next Russell Wilson

joe.halverson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 02:46:04 GMT

One year ago, the Seattle Seahawks raised a few eyebrows when they selected quarterback Russell Wilson in the third round of the NFL Draft. Wilson had been a productive college player at both North Carolina State and Wisconsin, but his lack of prototypical size led many people to believe he was not worth such a high draft pick. Those experts were proven to be drastically wrong when Wilson led the Seahawks to within a minute of the NFC Championship Game as a rookie.

Who Will Your Team Draft? Final 2013 NFL Mock Draft 4.0.

DeanJones — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:59:41 GMT

One the eve of the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft, this is the final Mock Draft as teams finalise just who they want to take out of this group of College recruits. The Kansas City Chiefs are on the clock.....

1. Kansas City Chiefs:
- Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A&M.

2013 NFL Mock Draft Version 1.0

samir.sampat — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 11:16:47 GMT

1. Kansas City Chiefs – OT Luke Joeckel, Texas A&M University

Baltimore Ravens Draft Radar: Inside Linebackers

jessie.heller — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:27:01 GMT

The Baltimore Ravens have a tall order this time around in the NFL draft. The Ravens defense not only lost two future Hall-of-Famers, but they also lost the two defenders who lined up next to the star veterans last season. The Ravens have received credit for building successfully through the draft, and this credit was legitimized with an unexpected playoff run that ended in confetti. The team will have to live up to their reputation for drafting well to remain contenders in 2013 and beyond.

Baltimore Ravens News: Brendon Ayanbadejo's Release Continues Team's Trend Towards Getting Younger

jessie.heller — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:52:05 GMT

The Baltimore Raven's move to cut reserve linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo comes as no surprise. Ayanbadejo, a three-time special teams Pro-Bowler, turns 37 this year and his defensive performance has been on the decline. When linebackers Dannell Ellerbe, Jameel McClain, and Ray Lewis missed time due to injuries, Ayanbejo saw limited time as the Ravens opted to insert Albert McClellan and Josh Bynes into the lineup at inside linebacker.

NFL Trade News: Quarterback Matt Flynn Is Wanted By The Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville Jaguars And Oakland Raiders

james.dudko — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 15:00:26 GMT

Backup quarterback Matt Flynn could find himself on the trading block, with three passer-needy NFL teams expressing interest.

According to Jason La Canfora of CBSSports.com, the Buffalo Bills, Jacksonville Jaguars and Oakland Raiders are all interested in trading for Flynn.

NFL 2013 Mock Draft 3.0

DeanJones — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:02:20 GMT

1. Kansas City Chiefs:
Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A&M

Ten Players To Watch As NFL Free Agency Looms Large.

DeanJones — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 23:55:52 GMT

Free Agency in the NFL begins on Tuesday. Here we take a look at some of the prized possessions that can expect a big pay day from their current team, or possibly a new one. 1. Jake Long, LT, Miami Dolphins.

NFL Free Agency Top 5's: Paul Kruger And The Top 3-4 Pass-Rushers On The Market

james.dudko — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 15:05:50 GMT

The rise of the 3-4 and hybrid defensive schemes has made outside linebackers and rush ends valued commodities in the modern NFL. The 2013 free agent market features some excellent options at the position. The group is headed by Super Bowl winner Paul Kruger.

The Cleveland Browns, New Orleans Saints and Philadelphia Eagles will be making the switch to 3-4 fronts this season. Each will need a dominant outside pass-rusher from this group. Here are the top five 3-4 pass-rushers available in free agency.

5. Antwan Barnes, San Diego Chargers

Could The 49ers Land Darrelle Revis And Percy Harvin?

DeanJones — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 16:47:09 GMT

The San Francisco 49ers look poised to do some serious damage in this off-season. They have traded away 2005 Number One Draft pick Alex Smith to the Kansas City Chiefs in a deal that left everyone astounded. The Chiefs gave up the 34th pick in this years draft, plus a conditional pick in next years draft. This is now a 3rd round pick but could rise to another 2nd rounder based on Smith's performance for his new team.

Why Alex Smith is a bad fit for the Chiefs

wayne.thomas — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:18:07 GMT

On Wednesday it was reported that the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to trade quarterback Alex Smith to the Kansas City Chiefs for a 2013 2nd round pick and a later conditional pick. This is a mistake by the Chiefs. Yes they do desperately need a quarterback but Smith isn’t the guy for the job.

Post-Combine Mock Draft 2.0.

DeanJones — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:19:31 GMT

So the 2013 NFL Combine is behind us. We now have a clearer indication of the top draft prospects after they were put through their paces in Indianapolis. Here is a Mock Draft reflecting the progress of College hopefuls as we move ever closer to Draft Day. 1. Kansas City Chiefs: Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A & M.

Steven Jackson To Quit St. Louis Rams: 3 Teams Who Should Pursue The Star Running Back In Free Agency

james.dudko — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:36:27 GMT

According to a report from Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, star running back Steven Jackson will quit the St. Louis Rams. Jackson intends to test the 2013 NFL free-agency market.

Despite coming off a relatively down year and aged 29, Jackson should have no shortage of suitors. On his day, the nine-year pro is arguably the most complete running back in the league.

Vegas Laying Down The Early NFL Odds

Gazjor1 — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 19:50:13 GMT

A Baltimore Ravens repeat?

Don't bet on it. Literally.

If the oddsmakers in Vegas have their way they won't even make the Super Bowl next season.

In fact they have the current champs listed as only the equal third in the whole AFC.

Day One of the NFL Scouting Combine was all about the “Media Blitz” Surrounding Manti Te’o

Greg Wattley — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 03:03:55 GMT

The 2013 NFL Scouting Combine takes place from February 23-26 at Lucas Oil Stadium (Indianapolis Colts Stadium), Indianapolis, Indiana. The NFL Scouting Combine is where more than 300 top football prospects will continue their quest to achieve the NFL dreams. The Combine is the biggest “job interview” for top NFL prospects coming out of College. At this year’s Combine, top College football players will spend four days weighing in; being measured; and will be mentally and physically evaluated. The athletes who participate at the NFL Scouting Combine attend by invitation only.

Robert Griffin III Has Legitimate Shot At Week 1 Start

wayne.thomas — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 01:22:24 GMT

Just barely over a month removed from having surgery, to repair a torn LCL and a regraft of his ACL, quarterback of the Washington Redskins Robert Griffin III is well on his way to recovery according to Redskins officials and his surgeon Dr. James Andrews.

Chicago Bears Should Draft Manti Te'o If He is Available

Ernest James — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 20:56:41 GMT

Should the Chicago Bears select Notre Dame’s Manti Te’o in the upcoming NFL Draft? According to Todd McShay’s latest mock draft, the controversial figure will become a Bear.

As you will recall, Te’o is under a ton of media scrutiny. Never mind his abysmal performance in the BCS National Championship game, where the Alabama Crimson Tide players ran Te’o roughshod.

NFL Week 14 Matchups: AJ Green, Andy Dalton-Led Cincinnati Bengals Offense vs. Dallas Cowboys Defense

aldenrandersonii — Sun, 09 Dec 2012 01:35:22 GMT

The Cincinnati Bengals welcome The Dallas Cowboys into Paul Brown Stadium on a wet and rainy Sunday. The Bengals come into this contest tied for the final wildcard playoff spot, and need a win to keep pace with the Steelers and Colts for a chance at the payoffs. While the Cowboys are facing a must win, behind the Giants by one game, and looking at winning the NFC East as their most likely playoff scenario.

Dalton vs. the secondary