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Cleveland Browns Give Up on WR Greg Little

Posted: May 16, 2014 by Kevin

The Cleveland Browns really must not be fans of Greg Little. Despite facing a potential season-long suspension for star wide receiver Josh Gordon and backup receiver Nate Burleson breaking his arm, the team still didn’t think enough of Little to have him stick around. The former second round draft pick … Continue reading

Atlanta Falcons Moving to a 3-4 Defensive Scheme

Posted: May 15, 2014 by Kevin

Suddenly all of those free agency signings of 3-4 defensive linemen are starting to make some sense. According to ESPN.com, the Atlanta Falcons have been bulking up their defense with big 3-4 type bodies in an effort to shift from their 4-3 base defense to more of a 3-4 base … Continue reading

Draft Grade: Detroit Lions

Posted: by Adam

Notable Picks 10th Overall: TE Eric Ebron (North Carolina) Ebron is big (6’ 4”, 250 lbs.) and fast for his size (4.56 second forty yard dash). He was clearly the best tight end in this draft class and he provides Stafford with another weapon to throw to. 40th Overall: OLB … Continue reading

Draft Grade: Buffalo Bills

Posted: by Adam

Notable Picks 4th Overall: WR Sammy Watkins (Clemson) Watkins is far and away the best receiver of the 2014 class, but is he worth the first and fourth round picks the Bills gave to move up and take him? Don’t expect Watkins to be the next Calvin Johnson, but he … Continue reading

Andre Johnson Wants Out of Houston?

Posted: May 14, 2014 by Kevin

The Houston Texans may have to do some damage control. According to reports, star wide receiver Andre Johnson has found the offseason to be “frustrating” and may want out of Houston via a trade. Johnson has reason to be upset. Going on 33 years old in July, his best years … Continue reading

Draft Grade: Minnesota Vikings

Posted: by Adam

Notable Picks 9th Overall: OLB Anthony Barr (UCLA) With Clowney and Mack already gone by this pick, the Vikings went with the best remaining pass rusher still on the board. Barr is raw, having just played two years on defense after converting from the halfback position. While his run defense … Continue reading

3 Wide Receivers Browns Could Sign to Replace Josh Gordon

Posted: May 13, 2014 by Kevin

The Cleveland Browns drafted Johnny Manziel in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft with hopes he’d be the franchise’s savior at the quarterback position. He very well might be. Unfortunately, a once solid supporting cast was dealt a significant blow just a day after the Browns brought on … Continue reading

Rams WR Stedman Bailey Suspended 4 Games

Posted: by Kevin

The St. Louis Rams may have to kick off the 2014 NFL season a little under manned on offense. According to reports, second-year wide receiver Stedman Bailey will receive a four-game suspension to start the season due to violating the league’s performance enhancing drug policy. St. Louis has reportedly known … Continue reading

Draft Grade: Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Posted: by Adam

Notable Picks 7th Overall: WR Mikes Evans (Texas A&M) The Buccaneers let go of the underachieving Mike Williams this offseason and improved at the WR2 position with the addition of Mike Evans. Johnny Manziel has a lot of talent but he can thank Evans for much of his production. Many … Continue reading

Draft Grade: Atlanta Falcons

Posted: May 12, 2014 by Adam

Notable Picks 6th Overall: OT Jake Matthews (Texas A&M) Even though OT Greg Robinson has more potential, Matthews should make more of an immediate impact. This is necessary for the Falcons, as it’s a waste to have a quarterback as talented and efficient as Matt Ryan play under such constant … Continue reading