INDIANAPOLIS, IN – SEPTEMBER 21: Head Coach Chuck Pagano looks on during the game of Indianapolis Colts during the game against the New York Jets at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 21, 2015 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Johnathan Hankins on Colts: ‘We Probably Have the Best Defense in the AFC’

Johnathan Hankins was signed by the Indianapolis Colts this past offseason to anchor a defensive line that has struggled mightily against the run over the past few years. He not only thinks the Colts’ run defense will be better this year, he went so far as to say that he thinks the Colts have the […]

LOS ANGELES, CA – NOVEMBER 20: Jay Ajayi #23 of the Miami Dolphins makes a catch during the fourth quarter of the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Coliseum on November 20, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

NFL Training Camp Profile: Jay Ajayi, Running Back, Miami Dolphins

Jay Ajayi came out of nowhere last season as one of the top running backs in the NFL and helped shoulder the load for the Miami Dolphins’ offense. Ryan Tannehill desperately needs Ajayi to step up again this season and Ajayi is ready to prove that last season wasn’t a fluke. Ajayi has had off-the-field […]

PHILADELPHIA, PA – APRIL 27: (L-R) Mitchell Trubisky of North Carolina poses with Commissioner of the National Football League Roger Goodell after being picked #2 overall by the Chicago Bears (from 49ers) during the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on April 27, 2017 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

6 key statistical trends coming out of the 2017 NFL Draft

Before NFL organized team activities get underway throughout the league and we start previewing training camps, along with the upcoming 2017 season broadly, let’s take a look back at the 2017 NFL Draft one last time from a numbers-based perspective. Here are six trends worth noting from one of the most intriguing draft classes in recent memory: Offense […]

GREEN BAY, WI – SEPTEMBER 14: Running back Eddie Lacy #27 of the Green Bay Packers rushes the football against the New York Jets during the NFL game at Lambeau Field on September 14, 2014 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Jets 31-24. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

NFL Training Camp Profile: Eddie Lacy, Running Back, Seattle Seahawks

Eddie Lacy decided to leave the Green Bay Packers this season to sign with the Seattle Seahawks. It was a move that disappointed the Packers’ fan base, but Lacy couldn’t be more excited to start the next chapter of his career. That being said, what should Seahawks’ fans know about Lacy and what should they […]

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – DECEMBER 05: Jack Doyle #84 of the Indianapolis Colts carries the ball against the New York Jets in the first half during their game at MetLife Stadium on December 5, 2016 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

NFL Training Camp Profile: Jack Doyle, Tight End, Indianapolis Colts

The Indianapolis Colts went through an offseason of change this year, with new general manager Chris Ballard taking over the reigns of the front office. Chuck Pagano stayed as the head coach once again this offseason, even with all of the heat that he was feeling at the end of last season. One of the […]

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – NOVEMBER 20: Frank Gore #23 of the Indianapolis Colts runs with the ball during the first half of the game against the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 20, 2016 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Indianapolis Colts: Frank Gore Must Step Up As A Leader

Over the past two seasons, Frank Gore has expressed frustration and disappointment with the Indianapolis Colts. His emotions are understandable, after the Colts missed the playoffs in both seasons. When Gore signed with the Colts, it was assumed that he was one of the few missing pieces to help them push into the Super Bowl. […]

GREEN BAY, WI – OCTOBER 11: Ty Montgomery #88 of the Green Bay Packers runs the football back 31 yards for a touchdown against the St. Louis Rams in the first quarter at Lambeau Field on October 11, 2015 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Green Bay Packers: Is Ty Montgomery A Capable Every Down Starting RB?

The Green Bay Packers are heading into the 2017 NFL season as one of the favorites in the NFC once again. Most of that has to do with the presence of Aaron Rodgers on the roster, but the offense they have put around him is impressive as well. One question mark on the offensive side […]

ST. LOUIS, MO – NOVEMBER 15: Jay Cutler #6 of the Chicago Bears drops back to pass the ball in the second quarter against the St. Louis Rams at the Edward Jones Dome on November 15, 2015 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images)

Jay Cutler: ‘Zero Doubt In My Mind There Will Be Some Regret’

Jay Cutler was once considered one of the bright young quarterback talents in the NFL. Back in those days, he was the leader of an up-and-coming Denver Broncos team, but then a major trade occurred. Cutler was traded to the Chicago Bears to be the face of a proud franchise looking to get back into […]

FOXBORO, MA – SEPTEMBER 22: Lamar Miller #26 of the Houston Texans carries the ball during the first half against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on September 22, 2016 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Houston Texans: What Can Be Expected from Lamar Miller in 2017?

Lamar Miller was signed last offseason in free agency by the Houston Texans and was expected to make a major impact last year. Unfortunately, his consistency was a problem all season long. He did end up making an impact, but there were some concerns following the season that he might not live up to the […]

FOXBORO, MA – DECEMBER 24: LeGarrette Blount #29 of the New England Patriots looks on before the game against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium on December 24, 2016 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

10 free agents who should be in high demand after 2017 NFL Draft

Each year after the NFL Draft is completed, a second miniature wave of free agency rolls through the league. In fact, it’s already underway with Jamaal Charles joining the Denver Broncos, Shareece Wright joining the Buffalo Bills and Bradley Sowell joining the Chicago Bears. But as teams continue to analyze their rosters post-draft, expect more moves to trickle […]

GLENDALE, AZ – DECEMBER 07: Running back Jamaal Charles #25 of the Kansas City Chiefs on the sidelines during the first half of the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 7, 2014 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Don’t get your hopes up for Jamaal Charles with the Denver Broncos

I stared out the window trying to think of a kinder way to say this while still getting my point across, but screw it: Jamaal Charles is practically worthless as a professional football player. I did write “practically” rather than “totally,” because pro athletes are odds-defying freaks and there’s a slim chance that Charles suddenly […]

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Not satire: The Cleveland Browns are a good football team

In the NFL, it’s almost silly how often and how quickly teams jump from the basement to the penthouse. About half of the playoff field turns over every year, and at least one team has jumped from dead last to first place in its division in 13 of the last 14 seasons. That includes teams […]

CHARLOTTE, NC – DECEMBER 06: Dalvin Cook #4 of the Florida State Seminoles runs the ball against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the 3rd quarter during the ACC Championship game on December 6, 2014 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Dalvin Cook on Vikings: ‘I’m Just Going to Come In and Work My Tail Off’

Dalvin Cook was considered to be one of the top offensive players in the 2017 NFL Draft class, but suffered a serious draft day fall. Not only did he fall late into the first round, he fell all the way to the No. 41 overall pick. Being drafted in the second round was humbling and […]

SEATTLE, WA – NOVEMBER 19: Defensive back Kevin King #20 of the Washington Huskies makes an interception in the end zone against wide receiver N’Keal Harry #1 of the Arizona State Sun Devils on November 19, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

Kevin King on Packers: ‘They’re Getting a Leader, They’re Getting a Playmaker’

Kevin King was one of the highest rated cornerbacks in the 2017 NFL Draft class and the Green Bay Packers were happy to take him with the first pick of the second round. After seeing their defense struggle in a big way last season, especially in the secondary, the Packers could not afford to pass […]

COLUMBUS, OH – NOVEMBER 26: Malik Hooker #24 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs for a touchdown after intercepting a pass by Wilton Speight #3 (not pictured) of the Michigan Wolverines during the first half of their game at Ohio Stadium on November 26, 2016 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Indianapolis Colts Select Safety Malik Hooker at No. 15

Chris Ballard has been completely revamping the Indianapolis Colts’ defense since being hired as the new general manager. That didn’t change with the Colts’ first round pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. Indianapolis happily went out and drafted Ohio State star safety Malik Hooker with the No. 15 overall pick. Last season at Ohio State, […]

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