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Tim Tebow Signs a New NFL Contract

Tom Dunphy — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 21:21:42 +0000

Former Jets backup quarterback and media lightning rod Tim Tebow has found a new home in the National Football League. Multiple sources are confirming that Tebow has signed with the New England Patriots. He is expected to appear in Patriots minicamp beginning Tuesday. ESPN’s Ed Werder was the first to break the story on Twitter. [...]

Bye Bye Tuck Rule!

Jami Bond — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:00:29 +0000

Raider fans rejoice! The NFL has eliminated the tuck rule! The tuck rule was laid to rest last Wednesday when 29 owners decided it was time to eliminate it at the NFL Annual Meeting in Phoenix. Raiders fans know the famous rule well from the 2002 AFC divisional playoff game between the Oakland Raiders and New England Patriots. The rule had only been in effect since 1999 but it was that game that put the spotlight on the rule.

Expert Predicts Superbowl

Greg Tillotson — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:04:57 +0000

I have no idea who Nate Silver is, but after reading an article about his predicting ability, I am a fan. Last November Mr. Silver predicted 50 out of 50 State wins for the Presidential election. Long before he became an expert in Political elections, Mr. Silver developed the Player Empirical Comparison and Optimization Test [...]

Who Do I Root For?

Greg Tillotson — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:09:11 +0000

My allegiance to growing up in Seattle is showing today. With the NFL playoffs coming up this weekend and the Seahawks taking on Atlana in the early game this Sunday, I have am having my own “Blue Friday”. You know, a day when you wear your sports teams colors to show your support. Still having [...]

Are You Happy With the NFL's Replacement Officials? — Sports Survey of the Day

BJ Ragone — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 17:30:44 +0000

We have finished up with week two of the NFL, and the return of the regular refs is still nowhere in sight. So are the replacement officials getting it done?Being a ‘replacement’ for anything is never easy, but being a replacement in the national spotlight in charge of adjudicating America’s most popular sport is a [...]

Manning Tops Tebow in Jersey Sales

Jami Bond — Thu, 31 May 2012 19:40:38 +0000

Tim Tebow is no longer at the top when it comes to best selling jerseys in the NFL. That honor now belongs to new Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning. From April 1-May 28, Manning’s No. 18 jersey is the biggest selling jersey in the NFL topping Tebow’s New York Jets jersey. The rookie jerseys of [...]

2012 NFL Schedule Released; Eli and Peyton Manning to Make 2012 Debuts in Primetime

Joe Student — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:00:55 +0000

The 2012 NFL schedule was released by the league on Tuesday night. Each week of the 2012 NFL season is filled with divisional match-ups and conference rivalries, but these are the most interesting games. See the full 2012 NFL schedule for more detail. Opening Night: Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants The defending Super Bowl [...]

NFL Playoff Recap – AFC and NFC Championships

Joe Student — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:22 +0000

Two thrilling conference championship games produced a Super Bowl pairing: the New England Patriots will face the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis on Feb. 5. Here’s a recap of all of Sunday’s NFL action: NFC Championship N.Y. Giants 20 – San Francisco 17 (OT) San Francisco – Lawrence Tynes kicked a [...]

NFL Playoff Preview – AFC and NFC Championships

Joe Student — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:00:14 +0000

Four teams remain alive in the NFL playoffs. The winners of this Sunday’s conference championship games will meet in Super Bowl XLVI in Indianapolis on Sunday, Feb. 5. Here’s a preview of the two title games scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 22: AFC Championship Baltimore Ravens at New England Patriots Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA; 3 p.m. [...]

Which NFL Team Has the Craziest Sports Fans? [PICTURES]

Nick Romano — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:45:02 +0000

There’s just something about NFL football that makes us want to slap on some war paint, throw back some beers and make drunken messes of ourselves. Some fans are clearly more into this than others and it’s those hardcore sports nuts that we all get our inspiration from.

NFL Playoff Recap – Divisional Round

Joe Student — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:00:12 +0000

The New York Giants were the only road team to win in the divisional round of the NFL playoffs this weekend. Meanwhile, San Francisco and New England won the right to host their conference’s championship game next Sunday. Here’s a recap of all of this weekend’s NFL action: Sunday, Jan. 15 N.Y. Giants 37 – [...]

NFL Playoff Recaps – Wild Card Weekend

Joe Student — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:00:16 +0000

Tim Tebow’s magic returned just in time to get Denver a win, as higher-seeded teams won all of the NFL’s ‘Wild-Card Weekend’ games. Here’s a recap of this weekend’s NFL action:
Denver 29 – Pittsburgh 23 (OT)
Tim Tebow threw an 80-yard touchdown pass to Demaryius Thomas on the first play of overtime, and the Denver Broncos beat the Pittsburgh Steelers 29-23 on Sunday

NFL 2011 Season – Week 17 Recap

Joe Student — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 15:00:21 +0000

The Giants beat the Cowboys to win the NFC East, while the Bengals and Broncos lost, but received help from other teams to slip into the last remaining AFC playoff spots. The playoffs are scheduled to begin next Saturday, when Cincinnati travels to Houston and New Orleans hosts Detroit. On Sunday, Atlanta travels to New York, while Denver hosts Pittsburgh. Here’s a recap of all of the action from the NFL schedule in Week 17:

NFL 2011 Season – Week 16 Preview

Joe Student — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:00:06 +0000

The Christmas holiday necessitates a schedule tweak for the NFL. Most games will be held on Saturday, with the exception of the Texans-Colts contest on Thursday, the Bears-Packers game on Sunday night and the Falcons and Saints, who will meet on ‘Monday Night Football.’ Here’s a preview of the NFL games scheduled for this weekend. [...]

NFL 2011 Season – Week 15 Recap

Joe Student — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:00:19 +0000

It was a great weekend for road teams in the NFL, as many came out victorious. Green Bay lost its perfect season, and Indianapolis finally recorded a victory in 2011, while three more AFC teams gained playoff spots. Here’s a recap of all the weekend’s games: Sunday, Dec. 18 Kansas City 19 – Green Bay [...]

NFL 2011 Season – Week 15 Preview

Joe Student — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:49 +0000

Five division titles are yet to be determined as the 2011 NFL schedule enters its final weeks. Three AFC teams have an opportunity to join the Houston Texans by clinching a playoff spot with a victory this week. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers can clinch home-field advantage through the NFC title game with a win. Here’s a preview of all of this week’s remaining games:

NFL 2011 Season – Week 14 Recap

Joe Student — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 12:00:26 +0000

Last-second finishes decided several key games as the 2011 NFL entered its final stretch. Here’s a recap of all the NFL scores and action from Sunday:
N.Y. Giants 37 – Dallas 34
Eli Manning led two touchdown drives in the final six minutes, and the New York Giants beat the Dallas Cowboys 37-34 on Sunday night

NFL 2011 Season – Week 13 Recap

Joe Student — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:00:20 +0000

The Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers clinched division titles and playoff berths on Sunday, while the chase for the final AFC wild card spot became a four-team race. Here are all the NFL scores and action from Week 13: Green Bay 38 – N.Y. Giants 35 Aaron Rodgers led a 68-yard drive that [...]

NFL 2011 Season – Week 13 Preview

Joe Student — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:00:59 +0000

As the NFL heads into the final five weeks of the 2011 season, several teams are looking to get wins to keep their postseason hopes alive, while two NFC squads look to clinch a playoff spot. Here’s a preview of all the scheduled action for Week 13:

Sun. Dec. 4

Carolina Panthe

NFL 2011 Season – Week 11 Recap

Joe Student — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:00:07 +0000

The Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers continued their fantastic seasons, while the Baltimore Ravens moved into first place in the AFC North. Meanwhile, several other teams continued win streaks. Here’s a recap of all of the NFL scores and action from Week 11. Green Bay 35 – Tampa Bay 26 Aaron Rodgers threw [...]