November 2011

Jay Cutler has broken right thumb, out ‘a while’

November 20, 2011
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After knocking off the Chargers with relative ease, the red-hot Bears are now proud owners of a five-game winning streak. Much of their recent success can be attributed to the play of quarterback Jay Cutler, who turned in another good performance Sunday. Unfortunately, Chicago’s gunslinger didn’t come out of the game unscathed, likely hampering their [...]

Adrian Peterson carted to locker room

November 20, 2011
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Right now, the faithful at Mall of America Field are anxiously holding their collective breath. During the first quarter of Sunday’s Raiders-Vikings game, running back Adrian Peterson had his left ankle bent awkwardly on a tackle, causing the All-Pro to gingerly limp off the field in obvious pain. Peterson, who started hot, rushing for 26 [...]

Rex Ryan will be fined up to $100K

November 20, 2011
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For the second time in his head coaching career, Rex Ryan will be docked a sizable amount of money for getting into it with a fan. Per ESPNNewYork.com, the NFL is set to fine Ryan between $75,000 and $100,000 for spouting some choice words toward a fan during last Sunday night’s game against the Patriots. [...]

Who’s In, Who’s Out — Week 11

November 20, 2011
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Each week, in the minutes leading up to kickoff, I will be listing which notable players — possibly on the bubble during the week — will and won’t be suiting up for action. Cincinnati Bengals — WR A.J. Green is INACTIVE. Buffalo Bills — WR Stevie Johnson is ACTIVE and will play. WR David Nelson [...]

2011 NFL TV Coverage Maps & Announcers – Week 11

November 20, 2011
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Ever wanted to know which slate of NFL games will be televised in your area? How about which announcers are calling said games? Well, now you’re in luck. Each week, we will present you with color-coded maps which designate the local broadcasts — depending on region — as well as the commentators assigned to each [...]

Broncos’ offense sickens Rob Ryan

November 18, 2011
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After watching Tim Tebow lead what some are calling ‘The Drive II’ against his twin brother’s Jets, Cowboys defensive coordinator Rob Ryan noted that Denver’s offensive schemes are sick. And he doesn’t mean that in the good way. Per ESPNDallas.com, Ryan said Friday that witnessing Tebow and the Broncos’ unorthodox, college-oriented style of offense on [...]

Ray Lewis out Sunday, possibly longer

November 18, 2011
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Coming off of an embarrassing defeat at the hands of the Seahawks, the Ravens head into a crucial Week 11 showdown with the Bengals, needing a win to keep pace in the AFC North. However, the team will be a bit shorthanded without their longtime heart and soul of the defense, who’s sidelined for this [...]

ESPN Page 2 revamps NFL team logos for 2011

November 17, 2011
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As they’ve done in the past, the funny folks over at ESPN’s Page 2 brand have again taken it upon themselves to redesign all 32 of the NFL’s team logos. The purpose? To more accurately represent how each club is fairing thus far in 2011 — satirically, of course. Personally, I think they did a [...]