October 2010

Brett Favre uncertain if he’ll play in Week 8

October 25, 2010

Could the NFL’s Ironman finally snap his streak of consecutive starts? There’s actually a legit chance of that happening. According to ESPN 1500 Twin Cities, Vikings quarterback Brett Favre isn’t sure if he’ll be able to play next week at New England. “Who knows?” Favre said. “Really, who knows? I hope I do. It’ll be [...]

49ers owners displeased with team’s coaching

October 24, 2010

As the San Francisco 49ers loss column grows bigger, the patience of the owners is growing shorter. Per Matt Maiocco of CSN Bay Area, Niners owners, John and Jed York, showed displeasure with the team’s coaching following San Francisco’s sixth loss in seven games this season. “There were some grumbles from the owners about bad [...]

Aaron Smith tears triceps tendon, expected to miss rest of season

October 24, 2010

Though the Steelers narrowly escaped Miami with a one-point win over the Dolphins, they might’ve lost their best defensive end in the process. According to NFL.com’s Jason La Canfora, Aaron Smith suffered a torn triceps tendon in his arm and Pittsburgh is currently preparing themselves for the fact that he might be done for the [...]

Michael Vick named Eagles’ Week 9 starter

October 24, 2010

Michael Vick has reassumed his role as the Eagles’ starting quarterback. According to Geoff Mosher of The Sporting News, coach Andy Reid has announced that Vick will be his starter in Week 9 against the Colts. Philadelphia has their bye in Week 8. He will take over for an inconsistent Kolb, who passed for 248 [...]

Donovan McNabb, Peyton Manning unlikely to receive new deals this season

October 24, 2010

While there were reports earlier in the year that Donovan McNabb and Peyton Manning were close to receiving new contracts, that’s simply not the case anymore. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that, while negotiations are ongoing, they’re not on a “fast track” and it would be surprising to see a new deal get done before the [...]

Who’s In, Who’s Out – Week 7

October 24, 2010

Here are your notable active/inactive players for Week 7. Saints – CB Tracy Porter, RB Pierre Thomas, RB Reggie Bush, CB Jabari Greer, LB Scott Shanle are all inactive Browns – QB Seneca Wallace, WR Mohammad Massaquoi are inactive. Falcons – LB Sean Witherspoon and CB Dunta Robinson are inactive. Raiders – QB Jason Campbell [...]

Jenn Sterger wants Favre to meet financial demands

October 22, 2010

So here’s the latest in the Brett Favre-Jenn Sterger saga. Apparently, Sterger only wants one thing and one thing only from Favre, and it’s not the “thing” that got him in trouble in the first place. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports that Sterger will not accept the NFL’s request for an interview if Favre [...]

NFL issues fines to a plethora of players

October 22, 2010

Break out the checkbooks. The league today has announced fines for various player offenses in wake of their new policy to crack down on dangerous hits. I’ll start with the Titans. Two of their defensive ends, Dave Ball and William Hayes, were issued fines. Ball was docked $5,000 for roughing the passer in their win [...]