Roughing the passer calls have new qualifications this year. Players, referees and fans have trouble agreeing on the new rule and how it should be implemented in the game. The NFL describes their new rule as a way to prevent tacklers from landing on the quarterback with the full body …
Read More »Around the NFL: A Surprise Retirement, an Emerging Star, Floundering Kickers and Another Tie
Week 2 in the NFL brought drama in Buffalo, a star in Kansas City, league-wide kicker struggles and another tie. More Woes for the Buffalo Bills The Buffalo Bills were down a player when they exited the locker room to start the second half of Sunday’s 31-20 loss to the Los Angeles …
Read More »NFL Roundup: A Subpar Start, an Impressive Showing and an Unsatisfying Ending
After a long, agonizing wait, the first official week of the NFL football season is finally underway. From blowouts to blown leads to a tie (yes, a tie!), Sunday brought the usual feelings of nervousness, excitement and even dread for football fans. Nathan Peterman Struggles In the middle of last …
Read More »Townsend Gearing Up for NFL Draft
Johnny Townsend did a lot of kicking for the Florida Gators. Now, with the NFL Draft approaching, he’s looking for an opportunity to keep doing so. Townsend described his last couple of months as “hectic.” He participated in the 2018 Reese’s Senior Bowl, the NFL Combine and Florida football’s pro …
Read More »Preview: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Host the Detroit Lions
Status Coming Into Week 14 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-8) The Buccaneers have found themselves in a disappointing situation this season. They came into the year with high expectations. Starting the season off 2-1, things looked bright for the Bucs early this year. After the first three games the Bucs went …
Read More »Buccaneers Heartbreaking Overtime Loss to Packers
Things started off well for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as they faced off against the Green Bay Packers in an NFC showdown. Jameis Winston connected with tight end Cameron Brate on a 28-yard one-handed catch on the first drive of the game. The first touchdown on the opening drive for …
Read More »Buccaneers Fall to Falcons Behind Julio Jones’ Career Game
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell to 4-7 on the season, after a 34-20 road loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Missed Opportunities The Buccaneers moved the ball fairly effectively on Sunday, but left points on the field. On the team’s opening drive, they drove 57 yards to the Atlanta 18-yard line …
Read More »Around the NFL: Week 11
Week 11 of NFL play highlighted those teams who are serious playoff contenders compared to those who are downward trending. As the season winds down, making moves in the standings is critical. Philadelphia looks like the team to beat The Eagles took over against their division rival, the Dallas Cowboys. …
Read More »NFL Week 10 Preview
With only eight weeks left in the NFL season, many teams are preparing for a playoff push. Others are bottoming out for a top pick in the draft. Four teams are on a bye this week, including the 8-1 Philadelphia Eagles and the 6-3 Kansas City Chiefs. Sunday Afternoon New …
Read More »Monday Night Football: Lions and Packers Game Recap
Overview Traveling to Lambeau Field is usually scary for the Lions. Historically, the odds were against them. Prior to this past Monday, the Packers have won 24 of their last 25 games against the Lions at home. The Lions came into the game at 3-and-4. Coming off a three-game losing …
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