New Orleans Saints - WOW!!! Sean Payton is suspended an entire year by the NFL for his leading Bounty Gate and the Saints are docked two 2nd Round picks (1 each year in 2012 and 2013). This is a heavy fine, but I think expected in light to the shenanigans that have been going on. A few questions:
1) Who else is going down with the ship, Greg Williams? (Question answered in update)
2) Will this change the culture in the NFL?
3) Was this really necessary?
4) Why aren't the refs who sat and watched Brett Favre get hit after the whistle in the bounty game not disciplined?
UPDATE: Micky Loomis (GM) is suspended 8 games. Joe Vitt (Assistant Head Coach) is suspended 6 games and fined $100K. Gregg Williams has been suspended indefinitely. Saints were fined $500K.
New York Jets - The Jets have acquired Tebow Mania for a 4th round pick. I'm not sure that this is a good move because if they can't mold Sanchez, how do they expect to make Tebow better? Maybe it'll be easier next time they get away from running the ball, they just sub Tebow in to show Sanchez this is what we need to be doing.
What's your take on all of this?
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Monday, January 24, 2011
NFL 2010 AFC Championship Game Wrap Up
New York Jets @ Pittsburgh - Well, this game was a little different than I expected, but still close enough. I said that Mendenhall will get a lot of carries, the Jets corners will have to cover all of the Steelers receivers, hat Heath Miller and Spaeth will have big games, that Brett Keisel and Harrison will be in Sanchez's back pocket, and finally that the Steelers would close out the Jets if they got out to a big lead.
1. Mendenhall has come a long way from the brash youngster who called out Ray Lewis in his first game against the Ravens (he ended that game with a broken collarbone or something after Lewis hit him). He has now become the next name in line as the Steelers' starting running back. Mendenhall had 27 carries for 121 yards, and 1 TD. He also had 2 receptions for 32 yards.
2. The Jets did a decent job covering everyone, but Big Ben was able to find 7 different receivers with Heath Miller leading the field with 2 catches for 38 yards. Not your Don Coryell Chargers, but when the running game was as good as it was, you're really only passing for those longer 3rd down conversions.
3. Heath Miller (from above) and Matt Spaeth had good games, but it was more in the blocking and protecting of Big Ben. Spaeth was only targeted once in the passing game but finished the game with no catches.
4. Brett Keisel and Harrison spent a lot of time pressuring Sanchez and both ended the game with 7 tackles a piece. Timmons and Farrior led the Steelers in tackles, 10 and 8 respectively, but as a whole this Steelers defense did their job. They did let up at the end which could have cost them the game, but they were good enough for long enough.
All in all the Jets' didn't play a bad game, they just started late. It was 24-3 at halftime and their defense didn't allow the Steelers to score in the second half. They have to be kicking themselves for the first half that they played. Had they be able to keep the Steelers to 17 or maybe even 20, this would have been a lot more tenuous down the stretch.
Congrats to the Steelers for returning to the Superbowl with a chance to get number 7 for their organization. It's been a tough year for the Steelers, but the good teams are able to bounce back. Inquisitive Mind 2 - 0 for the week.
1. Mendenhall has come a long way from the brash youngster who called out Ray Lewis in his first game against the Ravens (he ended that game with a broken collarbone or something after Lewis hit him). He has now become the next name in line as the Steelers' starting running back. Mendenhall had 27 carries for 121 yards, and 1 TD. He also had 2 receptions for 32 yards.
2. The Jets did a decent job covering everyone, but Big Ben was able to find 7 different receivers with Heath Miller leading the field with 2 catches for 38 yards. Not your Don Coryell Chargers, but when the running game was as good as it was, you're really only passing for those longer 3rd down conversions.
3. Heath Miller (from above) and Matt Spaeth had good games, but it was more in the blocking and protecting of Big Ben. Spaeth was only targeted once in the passing game but finished the game with no catches.
4. Brett Keisel and Harrison spent a lot of time pressuring Sanchez and both ended the game with 7 tackles a piece. Timmons and Farrior led the Steelers in tackles, 10 and 8 respectively, but as a whole this Steelers defense did their job. They did let up at the end which could have cost them the game, but they were good enough for long enough.
All in all the Jets' didn't play a bad game, they just started late. It was 24-3 at halftime and their defense didn't allow the Steelers to score in the second half. They have to be kicking themselves for the first half that they played. Had they be able to keep the Steelers to 17 or maybe even 20, this would have been a lot more tenuous down the stretch.
Congrats to the Steelers for returning to the Superbowl with a chance to get number 7 for their organization. It's been a tough year for the Steelers, but the good teams are able to bounce back. Inquisitive Mind 2 - 0 for the week.
Friday, January 21, 2011
NFL 2010 AFC Championship Game Pick
Now that we have that NFC Championship Game Pick out of the way, let's get to the next game.
New York Jets @ Pittsburgh - People are talking about how these two teams are somewhat identical, but I have to kindly disagree. The Steelers come into this game a little banged up (Polamalu and some of the offensive lineman) but basically in pretty good shape. Big Ben is on his game and that gives the Steelers the option of running or passing against you. I am a little concerned with the injuries to the O-line during the Ravens game, but they should be ok. Mendenhall will get lots of carries and we'll see how good the corners from the Jets really are as they battle (literally) Hines Ward. The more quick passes to give their receivers some space to run will loosen up that Jets defense and keep them guessing. Look for big games from Heath Miller and Matt Spaeth (in those double tight-end sets). On defense the Steelers will have their hands full with the resurgence of Shonn Greene and 'The Closer' in LT. Polamalu has to play in this game to take away anything in the middle of the field. I'm looking for Brett Keisel and James Harrison to be in Sanchez's back pocket. Nothing that much different from the regular season. If the Steelers get up on the Jets, they will definitely close them out, Mike Tomlin will accept nothing less. I wonder what he said to them at half time of the Ravens game.
The Jets come in as quiet as church mice this week, an extreme turnaround from the bravado prior to the Patriots game last week. Not sure if this really fits them. The Jets played a knock out drag'em game concentrating on the run last week, which is probably the best thing for them. Shonn Greene has become that power runner that the Jets need (and even had a little bit of speed), who also doesn't fumble the ball. LT comes in as a change of pace, but is dangerous as ever when given more carries. Mark Sanchez has struggled a bit with his play, but he has played well enough to actually help his team win. If he can turn back the page a few weeks, when he was scorching hot and playing extremely well, the Steelers will be in trouble. On defense the Jets will need to mix it up in an effort to confuse Big Ben. At times Big Ben holds on to the ball in order to escape a sack or make a big play and if the coverage can confuse him enough to allow the pass rush to get to him, they can create turnovers. The defensive line will sub often so look for strong play from the vets Jason Taylor and Trevor Price. Revis and Cromartie (and Eric Smith when the Steelers go 3 or 4 wide) will need to be big for the Jets to win this game. They are going to have to cover Mike Wallace, Ward, Randle El, and Sanders.
In the end, the Jets are a little more finesse than power on the offensive side of the ball and the Steelers are power on both sides of the ball. The Jets have played well to get to this point, but I think the dream ends this weekend. Winner - Steelers.
New York Jets @ Pittsburgh - People are talking about how these two teams are somewhat identical, but I have to kindly disagree. The Steelers come into this game a little banged up (Polamalu and some of the offensive lineman) but basically in pretty good shape. Big Ben is on his game and that gives the Steelers the option of running or passing against you. I am a little concerned with the injuries to the O-line during the Ravens game, but they should be ok. Mendenhall will get lots of carries and we'll see how good the corners from the Jets really are as they battle (literally) Hines Ward. The more quick passes to give their receivers some space to run will loosen up that Jets defense and keep them guessing. Look for big games from Heath Miller and Matt Spaeth (in those double tight-end sets). On defense the Steelers will have their hands full with the resurgence of Shonn Greene and 'The Closer' in LT. Polamalu has to play in this game to take away anything in the middle of the field. I'm looking for Brett Keisel and James Harrison to be in Sanchez's back pocket. Nothing that much different from the regular season. If the Steelers get up on the Jets, they will definitely close them out, Mike Tomlin will accept nothing less. I wonder what he said to them at half time of the Ravens game.
The Jets come in as quiet as church mice this week, an extreme turnaround from the bravado prior to the Patriots game last week. Not sure if this really fits them. The Jets played a knock out drag'em game concentrating on the run last week, which is probably the best thing for them. Shonn Greene has become that power runner that the Jets need (and even had a little bit of speed), who also doesn't fumble the ball. LT comes in as a change of pace, but is dangerous as ever when given more carries. Mark Sanchez has struggled a bit with his play, but he has played well enough to actually help his team win. If he can turn back the page a few weeks, when he was scorching hot and playing extremely well, the Steelers will be in trouble. On defense the Jets will need to mix it up in an effort to confuse Big Ben. At times Big Ben holds on to the ball in order to escape a sack or make a big play and if the coverage can confuse him enough to allow the pass rush to get to him, they can create turnovers. The defensive line will sub often so look for strong play from the vets Jason Taylor and Trevor Price. Revis and Cromartie (and Eric Smith when the Steelers go 3 or 4 wide) will need to be big for the Jets to win this game. They are going to have to cover Mike Wallace, Ward, Randle El, and Sanders.
In the end, the Jets are a little more finesse than power on the offensive side of the ball and the Steelers are power on both sides of the ball. The Jets have played well to get to this point, but I think the dream ends this weekend. Winner - Steelers.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Showdown in Pasadena
Well, this was billed as the best game of the week with the #5 Ohio State Buckeyes traveling to Cali to battle the #1 ranked USC Trojans. This was an opportunity for Ohio State to finally win the big one since their National Title with Maurice Clarett. Things that I noticed during the game: Joe McKnight - To say this guy is elusive just doesn't cover it all. This guy gave the Buckeyes' defense more shakes than Steak & Shake. They put his guy in the slot and in the backfield and just got him the ball. The O line didn't even have to really block anyone, they just needed to get in the way. He's Reggie Bush, but smaller. It's sad when you look at 3rd and 22 and you hand the ball off and get the first. McKnight converted on several 3rd and longs.
Buckeye Kickoff Return - Did they bobble all of them? That really throws off the timing of the blocks for your return team. They'll be working on that all week.
Rey Maualuga and James Laurinaitis - Talk about some good linebackers. These guys will both be playing on Sundays next year. They both play hard and I'm glad that neither of them are hitting me. It's rare that you get good LB play on both teams.
Mark Sanchez - Tough. This guy just gets it done. Not too many gaudy stats, but he gets it done. Good arm, and he normally makes good decisions. It helps to have the athletes that he has on his team, but I think this guy can play at the next level and be good.
USC - They just looked like the better team, especially in the 2nd half. Their guys just looked bigger and faster than Ohio State. They have talent at each position and I don't really see them being tested for the rest of the year, especially at home.
I won't be the first person to second guess Tressell, but once he saw how USC played when Boeckman was in the game, he should have sat him down. USC's defense came after Boeckman as soon as he got off the bus, but they had to play Pryor honestly. When they brought the blitz against him, he could roll out and get a few yards. We all know that the knock on Pryor is that he isn't as experienced with the passing game that the Buckeyes run, but this kid was the only way that the Buckeyes were going to pull this win off. True, the Buckeyes hurt themselves with penalties, but to me this came down to QB play.
This really got out of hand in the second half and it was a terrible showing for the Buckeyes. I know that's a long plane trip home to Ohio.
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