Carolina Panthers: We Still Got Some Pepper in the Shaker

Since the news broke that Julius Peppers was looking for the fastest train out of Carolina, fans we’re in shock and destroyed all in one day. After we got the news that we placed the franchise tag on him there was some relief.

 

Then came the word that the Patriots were in trade talks to acquire Peppers in a deal. It all proved to be false but it still sent scares through the Panthers nation.

 

Here we are around draft time and the scares are coming back for some. Could the Panthers trade Peppers for a star player and some draft picks? Only time will tell that but I don’t think it’s going to happen.

 

Julius Peppers is a great player, and with a great player comes a great paycheck. Not many teams are willing to put that large of a dent in their salary cap. So why did the Panthers do it?

 

Easy answer, we don’t really need that much from free agency. We have 21 of our 22 starters back next year, sadly the one player we are missing is Ken Lucas and not Jake Delhomme. Only losing one starter from a team that made the playoffs is definitely not a bad situation.

 

Draft wise we are hurting without a first round pick but this isn’t a very strong draft year in my opinion, so what could have hurt us in a huge way only hurts us a little. Second rounds are where the sleeper defensive ends may lurk so I look for us to pick up one with our first pick in the draft.

 

So will Peppers perform out be like Chad Johnson and be a whiner. Look for Julius to perform like he has for the past seven years. If he doesn’t perform well in a year that he becomes a free agent then he doesn’t do well in free agency.

 

If Peppers doesn’t perform well teams may look at this as his overall performance decreasing. He has been in the NFL for seven years, and he has one awful year on his resume. He needs to show every team in the NFL that his 2007 season was a fluke. The only way to do that is by having back-to-back huge years.

 

Panther fans fear not we got Peppers for another year, and truth be told we may have the best Peppers yet. He’s going to play his heart out this year to prove his ticket out of Carolina will be worth the price to be paid.

Rashad Jeanty Signs Tender

According to ProFootballTalk.com, Bengals linebacker Rashad Jeanty has signed his restricted free agent tender.

Jeanty recorded a career high 96 tackles in 15 starts last season. The Bengals offered him the second-round restricted free agent tender at the beginning of the free agency period.

Today was the last day for restricted free agents to sign their tenders.

I’m probably in the minority, but I don’t believe Jeanty is a starting caliber player.

He could provide excellent depth and has been a big contributor on special teams in the past. Expected to be an above average pass rusher when he was initially signed, Jeanty has gone through three seasons (38 career games) without recording a sack.

Had David Pollack not suffered his career-ending neck injury, Jeanty wouldn’t have seen much of the field. Yet, we are almost three years removed from that injury and the Bengals still haven’t sufficiently addressed the position. I’d expect the Bengals to look at strong side linebacker candidates in the third round of the draft.

KC Chiefs Draft-Trades, Or “Eight More Days Is Going To Kill Me!”

Has the stress of waiting and the endless speculation about what KC is going to do between now and the draft gotten to you yet?

No?

Well, you’re a better man than I Gunga Din!

I’m drowning in minutae and possibilities:

Is LJ staying or going, or B Dub or Tony the Magnificent?

What has Pioli got up his sleeve (and you just KNOW there’s a couple of options lurking somewhere in his Brooks Brothers suit!)?

Will he trade down or pick?

Will he get a 2nd round pick by some nefarious thievery of another teams impatience and fear on draft day?

Will he fleece two 1st rounders from the Bronco’s or the Eagles?

Will he pack LJ off like the Bronco’s did to Cutler to some Chaco Canyon of the NFL?

Oh my, oh my, oh my!

If you’re like me, floundering in the abyss, trying to float on the surface of this cesspool of possibilities and balderdash, take heart Chiefs fans. It’s only eight more days until we will be glued to the toob listening to Mel Kiper’s incessant yammering.

It might feel like eight more days is going to kill us, but it won’t — at least I don’t think so!

 

Michael Huff Breakout Season Is On Hand

Michael Huff is the amazingly talent Corner that the Raiders got out of Texas during the 2006 draft. Honestly there were only two people I wanted the Raiders to Possibly draft with there first pick, they were Vernon Davis and Michael Huff. Huff was the best Corner/Safety in that draft.

I think that really proves how poor that draft was for us, we had the seventh pick overall and I thought the best picks for us were a Safety and a Tight End. Now looking back I wish we picked any of the players from Haloti Ngata, Kamerion Wimbley, Donte’ Whitner, and Ernie Sims. But the Past is the past.

In 2006 Huff was an up and coming Safety with 78 tackles as an out of position Strong Safety. The very next year i thought Huff was coming into his own with 85 tackles, 11 pass defended, and his first int.

In his first two seasons Huff was covering the Tight Ends that would face us like glue he made it hard for Tony G, Gates, and if it matters Jeb Putzier to catch the ball let alone make a play after. Then the Raiders made the Gibril Wilson pick up, Wilson was a tackling machine from the Super Bowl Champions the Giants.

Finally Huff could move to a position that would suit his abilities better the Free Safety position. As soon as the move was made everyone from Lane Kiffin, to Fans, to Huff himself said this position change would make him a better player for the team.

I don’t know what happened after that point but Huff played terrible in the FS position even though it was painful here are two circumstances i can remember that made me almost cry. The First game of the season vs. the Broncos Darrell Jackson caught a twenty yard catch and was right next to the sideline.

Huff came at him fast and Jackson didn’t move and Huff missed the tackle which left Jackson with a clear straight line to the end zone. Then in OT vs. the Jets Huff was playing Safety and playing close up Favre threw a ball directly to Huff and he dropped it. If Huff catches that ball we are already in Field Goal range.  So yet again the past is the past.

Then during this offseason we dropped Gibril for not being a team player. Now Huff can do either position but I think he will stay at FS and will be able to have his breakout season. This just isn’t a guess though I think there is a lot of evidence to prove me correct.

First of all Nnamdi broke out the fourth year of his career who says Huff won’t do the same. Secondly Huff now has no pressure on him to be our play-maker at FS now he can just play. Finally Huff has been to all the Voluntary Workouts trying to get better and Cable the guy who I believe will help turn us around thinks it will happen.

“Q: Any spot for Huff on this team?
Cable: I think so. Everybody here gets the opportunity to compete. Michael is a talented, talented player. You hope that he’ll put his best forward and go for it. I think he will. Knowing him, I think he will.”

In 2009 season I am calling Huff will have around 75 tackles, 4 ints, and 2 FF. Being on his way to becoming our nasty FS. I can’t believe he will fold and just accept people calling him a bust so this will be his year to step up to the plate.

John Madden Takes His Final Time-Out

To say that I am a huge sports fan would be an understatement, but to say I am a bigger fan of NFL Hall of Fame Coach John Madden would be the biggest understatement. I am not the know-all and be-all on Madden but I can hang with the big guns on some things Madden. 

 

So you can tell that when I got the news that the NBC’s gavel-by-gavel announcer was calling his final time-out, or should I say retirement, a bunch of his famous quotes and one-word descriptions just started rolling through my mind.

 

It seemed like only yesterday that I became a fan of John Madden and thought Pat Summerall and Madden were joined at the hips. John and Pat was a staple in my household, just like my favorite jerk chicken and ginger wine on Sundays. 

 

To me, Sundays were never the same without him in the off season, and no matter which television station held him under contract John Madden had his loyal following. After all this is John Madden we are talking about, he puts the “Boom” in the word boom.

 

John Earl Madden was born on April 10, 1936. A former player in the American Football League, Madden was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 1958 as the 244^th overall pick as an offensive tackle. His career with the Eagles was short lived as he suffered a career ending knee injury during training camp and retired the following year. 

 

After coaching stints with Buffalo State College and Allan Hancock College in California, Madden was hired at San Diego State University as an Assistant under Don Coryell. To this day, Madden credits Coryell for his influences and mentoring. 

 

As Madden grew through the ranks in college, the former Cal Poly alum was hired by Oakland Raiders’ owner Al Davis as a position coach. John Madden was then placed within the Sid Gillman coaching philosophy.

 

Madden’s hard work and dedication helped the team to reach the Super Bowl that year. Following the 1967 season, Head Coach John Rauch resigned from the Raiders to accept the Head Coaching job with the Buffalo Bills. John Madden was promoted to head Coach of “Da Raiders” on Feb. 4, 1969.

 

His era as a head coach was one filled with success and few disappointments. Coach Madden’s winning percentage, including playoff wins were ranked first in league’s history. He won the Super Bowl and never had a losing season as a Head Coach. 

 

But even though Madden kept the Raiders in the playoffs, ownership was not content and after five title-game losses in seven years, the Raiders were described as the team who could not win the “big one”. 

 

Madden was determined, and after suffering losses which left him and his team coming up short, the Raiders finally won a Super Bowl in 1977 against the Minnesota Vikings.  Madden went on to become the youngest coach to reach 100 career regular season victories after 10 seasons, at the age of 42.

 

After John Madden retired from coaching, he moved to the television booth, and that is where his career grew even bigger. He was hired by CBS, where he worked through the ranks and in 1981 John Madden and Pat Summerall became the “it” sportscast duo. 

 

The duo of Summerall and Madden went on to call eight Super Bowls—five for CBS and three for Fox Sports. After working a number of years with Fox, Madden made the move to NBC in 2006, to become the only sportscaster to call games for the “Big Four”. He teamed up with famed sportscaster Al Michaels to call the 2009 Super Bowl.

 

But John Madden is more than a bio, he is more than stats, he is larger than life. He was afraid of flying, he has a  luxury tour bus, he was colorful with his words, he was creative in his work and loaned his name and voice to the EA Sports Madden Video games.  Oh how he makes my teenage son happy.

 

A colorful sports analyst who sets the stage with one-liners and one-word interjections—that was the John Madden I love. The words “Boom”, “Whap”, “Doink” were only some of his trademarked interjections. In my house lives a teenage boy who did not need a “Fathead” of any of his football heroes, cause John Madden lives in his head on Sundays and all during the off season.

 

So as Madden bids us farewell on a stage where his Hall of Fame Bust will hang with the greats—coaches and players in the NFL in Canton. Let’s close our eyes one more time and listen to any game you choose as Madden talks his way through a busted play. 

 

Okay, okay, I will share mind: “A fumble is a fumble is a fumble”. Thanks John, for your perfect “carries” the  “Booms” and all your “Rah-Rahs”. Here is going out with a “Bang.” Fourth and Long!!!

Denver Broncos: Ryan’s 2009 Mock Draft

This is the draft that I want to happen for Denver this year. 

Round 1

12.  Tyson Jackson DE LSU

I think this is the beast we’re looking for in Denver.  He would be a perfect 3-4 defensive end and is a good value here.

18.  Rey Maualuga ILB USC

Ray Lewis, Junior Seau.  Incredible comparisons.  I love Polynesian football players!  They are warriors!  Mario Fatafehi, Ma’a Tanuvasa were some of my favorites.  Troy Palamalu is another.  I like this guy and I think he would bring fire to a fizzling Bronco defense.

Round 2

48.  Jarron Gilbert DT/DE San Jose State  

This pick would be great for our 3-4 defense.  At 6-foot-5 285, he still has room to grow.  Long wing span, which will make him a good end force.

Round 3

79.  Jasper Brinkley ILB South Carolina

Freaky run stuffer.  Jasper is by far the coolest name for a defensive player.

84.  Terrance Taylor DT Michigan

Can hold his ground and stuff the gaps.  Will work well as a defensive end in the second rotation with Marcus Thomas.

Round 4

114. Sammy Lee Hill DT Stillman

Big nose tackle prospect.  I think he would be great value at this pick.

Round 5

149.  Ramses Barden WR Cal Poly

Freaky size.  He would be a big red-zone option.

Round 6

185. Hunter Cantwell QB Louisville

Good project player for Mcdoughnut.

Round 7

225.  Arian Foster RB Tennessee

Once was a top draft prospect, now he may have something to prove.  Good blocker and receiver.

235.  Pierre Walters LB Eastern Illinois

Lance Briggs esque size.  Could be a freak.  Could be a bust.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Riley Angel’s Packer Draft Contest Picks

The first player selected by the Packers in the 2009 NFL draft will be: B.J. Raji, NT Boston College.

Reasons and explanation:

The Packers have a variety of reasons for selecting Raji here. One reason is that Raji should be the best player available at this point in the draft. Another reason is that the Packers are switching to a 3-4 defense and Raji has experience in that system.

The second player selected by the Packers in the 2009 NFL draft will be: Larry English, DE/OLB Northern Illinois

Reasons and explanation:

If Larry English is available here, the Packers should pick him up immediately for several reasons. He would be both the best player available and he would fit a need for the Packers. With the switch to the 3-4 defense, the Packers need someone to get to the quarterback across from Aaron Kampman.

 

Tiebreaker questions:

Will the Packers make a draft day trade involving their first round No. 9 pick? (yes/no) No.
Will the Packers third selection be an offensive or defensive player? (off/def) Defensive Player.
Will the Packers use any of their draft choices (day one or two) to take a punter? (yes/no) No.

Additional comments:

Packers need to focus this draft on defense considering the problems they had last year. Look for the offense side of the picks to be focused on a running back and offensive lineman.

NFL Team Needs

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The NFL Draft is lurking just around the corner, and by this point you have seen dozens of mock drafts. I know we have three or four posted on this website alone.

In addition to the mock drafts by this time you’ve probably read all the “hidden jewel” stories that pop up all across the internet as well. Let’s just be honest, you’ve probably read about as much as you can handle, and truth be told, you probably still don’t know the difference between Jason Smith, Eugene Monroe, and Andre Smith.

Not to worry, though. Today we are talking NFL team needs. Let’s take a look at all the teams in the NFL and just talk about what needs they need to address entering this year’s draft, and then you can fill in your own fits for who each team should draft.

 

AFC East

Buffalo Bills: The most glaring problems on the Bills team is their need for support on the defensive side of the ball. Buffalo would benefit from finding some down linemen in this year’s drives. However, with Marshawn Lynch being suspended, it could be just the beginning of the young running back’s problems.

Picking up a solid backup could prove to be the move of the spring.

Miami Dolphins: With Bill Parcells calling the shots in the front office, the Dolphins have seemingly made all the right decisions as of late. You can also thank Miami for bringing the Wildcat to the NFL, and all of its spinoffs.

Going into 2009, the Dolphins need to upgrade their passing attack. Adding a stud wideout to the mix would be a great addition.

New England Patriots: The New England Patriots had a down season last year, but no one is worried about the Patriots bouncing back. Truth be told, New England does not have any gaping holes that need to be filled, but what they could use is some youth, especially on the defensive side of the ball. They struck gold last year signing a linebacker. Look for them to go to that well again—a good DE/LB combo.

New York Jets: Well, the obvious need for this team is quarterback. With Brett Favre retired, the Jets need someone to step in. Unfortunately for the Jets, there really are no franchise QBs in this year’s draft, or left in free agency.

 

NFC East

Dallas Cowboys: Dallas needs to upgrade at receiver. Although the Cowboys upgraded their locker room by getting rid of Terrell Owens, they downgraded on the field. Roy Williams could be a valuable number one, but it is unlikely that Patrick Creighton can thrive as a number two. Another position that needs to be addressed is defensive back. Dallas has been burned routinely in the secondary.

New York Giants: The Giants need a receiver. It’s that simple. When Plaxico left, their offense stuttered. They cannot survive with just a power rushing attack.

Philadelphia Eagles: The Eagles could go in a number of directions to be completely honest. They could use a viable backup to Brian Westbrook at running back. As the yards rack up on his legs, it will be more difficult to keep him on the field for an entire season.

The other issue Philadelphia needs to address is offensive line. The current players on the line are getting old and addressing the issue now could help Philly avoid a meltdown in 2011.

Washington Redskins: The Redskins once again made the big splash in free agency, and it is my belief that the big splash will hurt them when it comes to the signing of Albert Haynesworth. But, I digress. Even with the signing of Haynesworth and Hall during the offseason, the Redskins still need an upgrade on defense.

Mainly the Skins need to upgrade their linebacking core. The young players Washington have brought in are suffering from early injuries and London Fletcher is no spring chicken. Picking up a stud linebacker would be a great move for the Washington Redskins. A move of note is the Washington Redskins sniffing around, trading up to secure Mark Sanchez, a potentially horrible move.

AFC South:

Houston Texans: Every year it looks as if the Texans are just a move or two away from getting over the hump, and yet again, I am saying the same thing this year. Houston has put together a good defense and to complete that puzzle they need to sign a strong cover defensive back.

Indianapolis Colts: The Colts have quietly begun a rebuilding process; just don’t ask anyone in Indianapolis about that. With the rebuilding process underway, the Colts could go in a number of directions. However, with their draft position, the easiest course of action would be signing a receiver to replace Marvin Harrison.

Jacksonville Jaguars: Picking up a second running back could be a priority for this team, but with Jones-Drew just inking a big deal, I’m not so sure the Jaguars will go in that direction. Signing a quarterback may not be a bad idea either. Yes, I know they have a guy holding down the job, but I am not sure how long that will last.

Tennessee Titians: The Titans need to revamp their defense. They lost a few key players on the defensive line and in their secondary. If they want to continue to play Jeff Fischer-style football, picking up a strong corner could prove to be very important.

 

NFC South:

Atlanta Falcons: The Falcons made an impressive turnaround last season, and for all intents and purposes, they are moving in the right direction. One addition that would help to jump their West Coast offense would be a tight end.

Carolina Panthers: As odd as it may sound, the Panthers should be in the market for a new quarterback. No, I’m not saying dump Jake Delhomme after the playoff meltdown, but it is time to start grooming someone to replace him.

New Orleans Saints: The Saints can score points with the best of them. However, they also allow points to be scored on a routine basis. If New Orleans wants to find their way to the playoffs, they need to beef up their defense. The first step would be picking up a corner or a safety, and stop teams quick-strike ability.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: I’ve bounced around on exactly what the Bucs need, but with the signing of Bryon Leftwitch last week, Tampa Bay’s needs became more apparent. A star wideout would do this team well. If given the time, Leftwitch can bomb it down field, but he needs targets.

AFC North:

Baltimore Ravens: The Ravens took some big hits in free agency. Yes, they kept Ray Lewis, but it is past time to begin grooming his apprentice. Bottom line is Baltimore needs to get young on the defensive side of the ball. Bringing in a solid linebacker would be a wise move.

Cincinnati Bengals: After a brief stint at the top of the division, the Cincinnati Bengals have once again fallen back to their proper place at the bottom of the NFL. The Bengals have long been plagued by not having a running back. If they want to regain some of the luster in their passing attack they had just a few seasons ago, they will need to establish a ground game. Picking up a big pass rusher on defense would be a solid addition as well.

Cleveland Browns: The Browns will build their defense this offseason. Picking up a defensive back would be ideal.

Pittsburg Steelers: They have six Super Bowl rings and the Steelers are riding high. Pittsburgh is one of the best run organizations in the league, and because of that, they are entering the 2009 season with a stacked lineup. The best move for the Steelers would be finding a young offensive lineman.

 

NFC North:

Chicago Bears: The Bears finally have a franchise quarterback. Yes, I believe Jay Cutler is a franchise QB. With Cutler in place, and the beginnings of a solid running attack, the Chicago Bears could actually be moving in the right direction.

The next key pickup for the Bears would be a receiver. The hype behind Hester has already begun to fade as teams kick away from him and he has proven to be an average receiver. There are a lot of talented receivers available this spring, and the Bears could take a big step in the right direction by signing one.

Detroit Lions: Despite the horrible record last season, the Lions actually have more going for them than you think. The easy way out would be picking up a quarterback and maybe a tailback, but the Lions would be foolish to blow their money this way. The best move for the Lions would be to build from the inside out. That means picking up an offensive lineman, and possibly a linebacker with those two first round draft picks.

Green Bay Packers: The Packers are moving to a 3-4 defensive scheme this season; that means they need to make some adjustments to their personnel. Green Bay either needs to find a big space-eating tackle, or they need a combo DE/LB pass rusher to give their new look defense an extra push.

Minnesota Vikings: The Vikings missed the boat on the race to find a receiver during the offseason. They desperately need a deep threat to help spread the field. While Tavaris Jackson is not the best quarterback in the world, giving him some options would be nice, and I am sure Adrian Peterson would be appreciative as well.

AFC West:

Denver Broncos: Yes, the Broncos just traded away Jay Cutler for Rex Grossman, but I have to think Denver is in the market for a quarterback. There is no way Grossman will be able to run the new system in Denver. What Rex Grossman can do is hold down the fort for a season. That means the Broncos can go back to their original offseason plan of picking up a linebacker.

Kansas City Chiefs: Bringing in Matt Cassel was a great move, and now the Chiefs need to continue to work on their rebuilding process. Kansas City is in an interesting position, where their position in the draft will render them unable to sign a big name acquisition. They would be best suited to pick up an offensive lineman with that number three pick.

Oakland Raiders: It doesn’t really matter what you say about the Raiders because chances are Al Davis will do whatever he wants. Ideally, the Raiders would pick up a big offensive tackle to help protect the quarterback. But I can see them stretching for a big play receiver instead.

San Diego Chargers: I like the Chargers to go looking for a running back. The whole LT thing still has left a bitter taste in my mouth, and I believe sooner rather than later he will be on his way out of town. It would be in their best interest to find LT’s replacement now to help stem the tide later.

 

NFC West:

Arizona Cardinals: The Cards had a miracle run last season that ended in one of the great Super Bowl performances of all time. However, if Arizona wants to maintain that level of success, they will need to make some personnel moves.

The immediate need would be on the defensive side of the ball, a DE or a LB. The Cardinals also may want to look into signing a receiver to replace the disgruntled Boldin, who is likely on his way out of town soon.

San Francisco 49ers: With Mike Singletary calling the shots as head coach, San Francisco most likely will look for an offensive linemen in the draft. Singletary likes to run the ball and last season San Fran was dreadful at it. The 49ers could also use an upgrade at quarterback, but I’m not a big fan of blowing a first round draft pick on any quarterback in this draft.

Seattle Seahawks: It was not long ago that the Seattle Seahawks were running the NFC, but they have now fallen back to earth. After missing the playoffs the Seahawks are getting a high draft pick and that needs to be spent on a receiver. Seattle has never had an elite receiver, and picking one up could help them reclaim a weak NFC West.

St. Louis Rams: The Rams are in a rebuilding process; there is no question about that. Last year St. Louis bulked up their defense by drafting Chris Long. This year the Rams will look to add to their O-Line. They released Orlando Pace, and even though he spent the past few seasons nursing injuries, he left some big shoes to fill at the tackle position.

Will The Washington Redskins Draft Mark Sanchez?

As the interest in Mark Sanchez has been growing recently, the thought of selecting him with the Redskins 13th selection seems less and less likely.  After failing to land Jay Cutler in a blockbuster trade, the question remains, who do the Redskins see as their future franchise quarterback? 

As current projections see Sanchez being selected, at the latest, in the number ten spot by San Fransisco, does it make sense to trade up to take him?

The last time Washington traded up was to pick Jason Campbell, which along with other decisions have made their draft choices thin. 

Draft pics are usually a crap shoot as to how a player will turn out, so trading them for a proven player in his prime is a reasonable option.  The question is, does Washington think Sanchez would be a sure thing.  My guess is no. 

First round quarterbacks tend to be a fifty-fifty proposition, and unless the Redskins feel Campbell or Colt Brennan will not be a viable option for the team in two years, they should only draft Sanchez if he falls to 13.

John Madden Calls It Quits

NFL legend John Madden, now 73 years old, has called it quits and retired from the NFL broadcast booth.

He started his football career in college at Cal Poly and went on to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. In 1969, Madden would become head coach of the Oakland Raiders, taking his team to a Super Bowl title in Superbowl XI.

In 1979, he would step out of the coaching role and join the TV booth, where most people would remember him best. He started out with CBS.

In 1994, he switched booths and headed over to Fox, only to shift again to ABC to do Monday Night Football after Superbowl XXXVI.

Following Superbowl XL, he would move for the final time to NBC, and his last game was Superbowl XLIII.

Madden was in the booth with Pat Summerall and Al Michaels, among others, during his broadcasting career. Madden would also produce the famous Madden video games, and he also did promotions for other big name companies.

Cris Collinsworth will replace Madden in the booth.

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