Archive For September 30, 2017
If the 2016 NFL Draft took place today, Jared Goff and Dak Prescott would face very different fortunes. Still, ahead of Sunday’s matchup between the upstart Los Angeles Rams and the Dallas Cowboys, the two pivots expressed admiration for how each other’s games have grown. Goff was selected first overall by the Rams but struggled…
Oakland Raiders wide receiver Michael Crabtree has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos. Crabtree was previously deemed questionable with a chest injury. The wide receiver was a limited participant in Wednesday’s and Thursday’s practice sessions, but sat out Friday. Crabtree suffered the injury during Sunday’s loss to the Washington Redskins,…
Raiders: Michael Crabtree (chest) downgraded to doubtful vs. Broncos (ESPN) ift.tt/1Y3oMLZ
Todd Gurley in 2015, Ezekiel Elliott in 2016, Leonard Fournette in 2017. It seems every year there’s a running back coming from college to the pros who turns out to be the next great runner. But there’s only one Saquon Barkley. Penn State’s rushing phenom is only five games into what many believe will be…
Washington Redskins cornerback Josh Norman is showcasing a great sense of civic duty. Norman pledged $100,000 to Hurricane Maria relief efforts, in order to help the citizens of Puerto Rico who remain devastated by the storm. It’s truly sad what’s going on over in PRšµš· So SAD that the @Potus decide to goš in lieu…
The Jacksonville Jaguars released a statement Saturday, announcing their intention to stand for the national anthem prior to Sunday’s game against the New York Jets. Jaguars owner Shad Khan linked arms with his players prior to the Week 3 game against the Baltimore Ravens at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium. A message from the players: pic.twitter.com/2jhU8TGzcr…
President Donald Trump continued his offensive against the NFL on Saturday, demanding that all players stand during the national anthem ahead of Sunday’s games. Very important that NFL players STAND tomorrow, and always, for the playing of our National Anthem. Respect our Flag and our Country! ā Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 30, 2017 Trump…
Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch is being lionized for bringing pure, unadulterated joy back to the Bay Area. Lynch, who ended his retirement to join his hometown team, was seen getting hyphy on the sidelines during a victory over the New York Jets. His dance moves have now been commemorated on a mural, made…
Khalil Mack and Von Miller finished first and second, respectively, in Defensive Player of the Year voting last season. With the Oakland Raiders and Denver Broncos sporting identical records ahead of Sunday’s pivotal divisional clash, both teams outlined the difficulties of stopping the superstar pass-rushers. Mack has been in top form, recording 16 tackles and…
Chicago Bears linebacker Danny Trevathan was suspended two games for an illegal hit on Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams. Adams appeared to be wrapped up by a series of Bears defenders, but Trevathan flew in and launched a devastating hit to his helmet. The Packers’ receiver briefly laid motionless on the field with…