December 2011

Fred Taylor to Jaguars: Hire Jeff Fisher

December 31, 2011
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As the Jaguars close out their dismal 2011 season, the next step for the organization will presumably be a complete fire sale — everything goes, even the owner. Although the team’s new ownership has already been determined, the same can’t be said for its head coach. Defensive coordinator-turned-interim coach Mel Tucker will oversee the final [...]

Lawrence Taylor: I’d be shocked if Giants lose

December 30, 2011
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One day after Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith openly questioned his former team, a legendary member of Giants’ lore decided to go the opposite route, praising Big Blue as they prepare to battle the ‘Boys for the NFC East crown. According to ESPNNewYork.com, former ten-time Pro Bowl linebacker Lawrence Taylor said that he’d be “shocked” [...]

Chiefs kicker Succop gets $14 million extension

December 30, 2011
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Life is good when you’re an effective placekicker, playing on a team with a stagnant offense that rarely finds the end zone. Life is even better when you’re paid quite handsomely for your efforts. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Chiefs signed kicker Ryan Succop to a five-year, $14 million extension Friday. The deal, which runs [...]

2011 NFL Week 16: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

December 30, 2011
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Sixteen down, one to go. Week Sixteen marked the end of NFL football in the 2011 calendar year. It couldn’t end soon enough for some. Green Bay locked up the NFC’s #1 spot. The Ravens and Steelers won to extend the AFCN race to the final week. The Broncos lost and Raiders won in OT [...]

Emmitt Smith criticizes Cowboys’ toughness

December 29, 2011
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In the midst of a topsy-turvy season, where each component of the team has been under the microscope, many have criticized several areas of the Cowboys — from their coach to quarterback to defensive coordinator. The latest to speak up was a franchise legend, who’s unsure if Big D has what it takes to overcome [...]

Texans’ Cushing upset about Pro Bowl snub

December 29, 2011
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When Pro Bowl rosters are announced each year, there’s always handful of deserving players who don’t get to make the trip to Honolulu. Understandably, being snubbed doesn’t sit well with those players. Just ask Texans inside linebacker Brian Cushing, who admitted Thursday that he’s particularly peeved over missing the cut. “I’d be lying to you [...]

Ray Lewis: Season finale is ‘playoff game’

December 29, 2011
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Although there are a few tantalizing win-and-in contests scheduled to take place in Week 17, the Ravens-Bengals AFC North showdown arguably holds the greatest postseason implications. Arguably, the stakes are higher for the Ravens, who could capture both the division and the AFC’s No. 2 seed with a win. Baltimore — players and coaches alike [...]

Terrell Owens interested in return to Niners

December 28, 2011
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When receiver Braylon Edwards was surprisingly released by the 49ers Tuesday, some thought his spot might be filled by a veteran presence for the January playoff push. One certain free agent, who originally got his big break in the Bay Area, has already volunteered for the job. On Wednesday, veteran wideout Terrell Owens expressed an [...]

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