2009 December | NFL News & Rumors

Pro Bowl rosters set; snubs all around

30 December 2009

It wouldn’t seem right, having the Pro Bowl teams announced without more than a few players getting the cold shoulder, so it goes without saying that this year was no different than the previous ones in that regard. There were plenty of no brainer picks to go along with all the snubs delivered this evening, [...]

2010 Outlook: Top Free Agent Defensive Ends

29 December 2009

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As of right now, it’s looking as though the league and the player’s association are set to enter next season without negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement, which would entail an uncapped season and many potential free agents having to stick around with their current club. That said, all of our free agent analysis content [...]

Strength of Schedule – Week 16

29 December 2009

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With the regular season coming to a close next week, I wanted to take a look at how the strength of schedule for this season breaks down, especially with several teams vying for playoff positioning and several others in line for top five draft picks. The percentages are calculated by adding up the total wins [...]

Bears thrilling win keeps Saints at home in post-season

29 December 2009

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When asked, many players will tell you that having a first round BYE in the playoffs means a lot after slogging through 17 weeks of football. The rest and extra practice can often make a difference in how well a team plays in the post-season. But if given the choice, those same players would be [...]

Smith tweets trade demand to Ravens front office

28 December 2009

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Technology has made it easy on everyone these days, with phones that do almost anything and news at our fingertips 24/7 thanks to the power of the internet. That notion apparently isn’t lost on Baltimore quarterback Troy Smith, who took trade requests to a new high (or low depending on how you see it) today [...]

Weis resurfaces in Bills coaching search

28 December 2009

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After his less than surprising dismissal from his job at Notre Dame last month, Charlie Weis was seemingly a hot commodity around the NFL, with rumors flying all over the place putting him in jobs from Chicago to Kansas City and back again. As of late though, the opposite has been true, with Weis staying [...]

Morris fires back at Cowher to Tampa rumors

27 December 2009

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Just minutes after his team had finished off one of the most shocking comebacks of the season in beating the Saints in overtime 20-17, Tampa Bay head coach Raheem Morris did his best to quash any talks of him being fired in the off-season and replaced by former Pittsburgh head coach Bill Cowher. We brought [...]

Stage set for Cowher return; Buccaneers in the mix

27 December 2009

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For some time now, former Pittsburgh head coach Bill Cowher has been rumored to be headed back to the sidelines next fall. Those rumors were kicked up a notch today, as multiple sources are reporting that Cowher’s interest in becoming a head coach once again are sincere, and he has been piecing together a potential [...]

Happy Christmas!

25 December 2009

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All of us here at NFLNR would like to wish you a happy and safe Christmas this year… we couldn’t do this without you, our loyal readers, and while we’re on a break right now, enjoying the holiday season with our friends and families, we’ll be back very soon to bring you all of the [...]

Discussion: Should Panthers trade Williams for picks?

23 December 2009

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Over the past two seasons, Carolina running back DeAngelo Williams has asserted himself as one of the league’s premier offensive weapons, rushing for over 2,600 yards and 25 touchdowns. He’s also become a leader in the locker room, pushing his teammates to be better and leading them by example on the field. But all of [...]

Childress, Favre tiff reaches new low

23 December 2009

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Over the past three weeks, it’s become fairly obvious that the relationship between Minnesota quarterback Brett Favre and head coach Brad Childress has started to deteriorate, seemingly reaching a low point at the end of last Sunday’s game in Carolina when Childress lashed out verbally at Favre in the locker room. But much to the dismay of many [...]

March of the Eagles; playoffs await for McNabb and Co.

22 December 2009

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The Philadelphia Eagles clinched a playoff spot with their win last Sunday, but they know they still have work to do. Their running game is currently ranked 19th in the league, and while running backs LeSean McCoy and Leonard Weaver have done an admirable job over the past few weeks, having Brian Westbrook back would [...]

2010 Outlook: Top Free Agent Offensive Linemen

22 December 2009

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This is the latest part in out continuing series looking at the potential free agent class of 2010. Be sure to let us know what you think by reacting in the comment section! Top Free Agent Offensive Linemen 1. Logan Mankins – New England (UFA) Mankins is young, athletic, and talented; three things that will [...]

Honeymoon over? Childress lashes out at Favre, Vikings

22 December 2009

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After watching his team waltz into the locker room, with just lead of just 7-6 at the half of Sunday night’s contest against the Panthers, Minnesota head coach Brad Childress was furious and he let the players have it in his half time speech. Considering the way the Vikings performed over the course of the [...]

Power Rankings – Week 16

21 December 2009

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Here’s our latest set of rankings going into week 16 of the season… Feel free to respond in the comment thread. Top Shelf Contenders 1. Indianapolis (14-0) The Colts keep finding ways to win and a perfect season is in the grasp right now. 2. New Orleans (13-1) After laying an egg at home against [...]

Holmgren takes charge in Cleveland

21 December 2009

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After a surprising denial of his former team last weekend, Mike Holmgren ended all the speculation on his future employer today, agreeing to a deal with the Browns to be the new team president in Cleveland. Holmgren had been offered a senior role in the management of the Seahawks, but chose challenge over familiarity in [...]

Henry death investigation carries on; suicide a possibility

21 December 2009

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Six days removed from his tragic death, police in Charlotte, NC are still unable to provide any answers as to why Cincinnati wide receiver Chris Henry fell out of the truck driven by his fiancee, Loleini Tonga, or if she will be charged for her role in Henry’s demise. Henry’s memorial service is slated for [...]

Discussion: Should the Vikings pull their starters?

21 December 2009

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It’s always surprising to me to see a man as large as Bryant McKinnie, who is 6’8” and well over 300 pounds, get beat repeatedly in every fashion possible. Hats off to Julius Peppers for beating a giant, which caused McKinnie to be benched during the third quarter and replaced by veteran offensive tackle Artis [...]

Singletary endorses Smith for next season

20 December 2009

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The 49ers haven’t had much luck as of late with their quarterback play, watching former #1 overall pick Alex Smith struggle with his propensity to turn the ball over. While it seemed as though Smith took a step forward last week with a solid game at home against the Cardinals, that wasn’t the case today, [...]

Holmgren says no to Seahawks; Browns up next?

19 December 2009

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Former Seahawks head coach Mike Holmgren has had nothing but praise for his former employers as of late, seemingly setting the stage for his return to the Pacific Northwest this off-season to take control of the struggling Seattle franchise. Holmgren has simultaneously carried on discussions with Browns owner Randy Lerner, and came away from his [...]