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January 6th, 2010 
Nathan Nau The Bucs have informed first year head coach Raheem Morris that he will be retained in 2010. Morris’ team finished 3-13, which was good for dead last in the weak NFC South. The blame can partially be placed on a rookie QB, defensive playcalling turnover and the fact that the Bucs where young at several [...]
Mike Shanahan to be hired as Redskins Coach
January 5th, 2010 Nathan Nau The Washington Post is reporting that the Washington Redskins will name Mike Shanahan their next head coach on Tuesday, “barring unforeseen glitches.” The contract is rumored to be worth nearly $50 million. Shanahan arrived at club headquarters at 3ET Monday. The rest of the Skins’ coaching staff will reportedly undergo a “sweeping change,” with Bengals [...]
Brandon Marshall Benched Again!
January 4th, 2010 Nathan Nau Just when it seemed that Brandon Marshall turned the corner and was establishing himself as one of the top wide receivers in the league, Marshall and Denver Head Coach Josh are at odds over Marshall announcing to the media that he will not play on Sunday. McDaniels announced Friday he’s benching Marshall, his Pro Bowl [...]
Pierre Thomas Banged Up
January 2nd, 2010 Nathan Nau Saints RB Pierre Thomas (ribs) has been ruled out for Week 17. Reggie Bush will likely start against the Panthers, though Mike Bell is a better bet for carries and touchdowns. Thomas’ ribs are only bruised, so he’s likely just being sat for precautionary reasons. Thomas should be ready for the playoffs, especially since the [...]
Brandon Marshall Injured in Practice
December 31st, 2009 Nathan Nau Broncos WR Brandon Marshall suffered a potentially severe pull or strain of his hamstring in Wednesday’s practice, according to CBS 4 Denver. The contract-year wideout came up limping at the end of a drill and was holding his right leg as the Denver Broncos medical staff took him to the locker room for evaluation. He [...]
Arizona is going for the No. 2 Seed
December 30th, 2009 Nathan Nau The Cardinals are still alive for the No. 2 seed in the NFC following Chicago’s Monday night upset of Minnesota and most likely will decide to play all starters in Week 17 after all. While it’s still a long shot for coach Ken Whisenhunt’s team, the Cards now have something to play for. In addition [...]
The Giants don’t want to part ways with Umenyiora
December 29th, 2009 Nathan Nau According to Profootballtalk.com, the Giants have “no desire” to release or trade DE Osi Umenyiora after this season. The franchise reportedly believes Umenyiora’s comments following Sunday’s loss, which indicated he doesn’t expect to be back in New York next year, are simply Umenyiora latest attempt to get a new contract and/or he has been frustrated [...]
Will there be an NFL Season in 2011?
December 28th, 2009 Nathan Nau NBC’s Peter King reports that CBA negotiations between the NFL owners and players are going “poorly.” Some players that had been optimistic about an agreement reportedly now believe there will be a lockout in 2011. The tentative deadline for a new CBA to be constructed is March of 2010. While an uncapped year remains likely [...]
End of the line for Buger?
December 27th, 2009 Nathan Nau The Rams have placed QB Marc Bulger (fractured shinbone) on injured reserve, ending his season. This move was more of a formality as Bulger’s season was over several weeks ago. Bulger, 32, is scheduled to make $8.5 million next season and could be cut in the offseason in favor of a younger replacement. The St. [...]
Chris Johnson Nears 2,000 Yards Rushing
December 26th, 2009 Nathan Nau Titans RB Chris Johnson rushed 21 times for 142 yards with one touchdown and added three catches for 37 yards in Friday night’s loss to the Chargers. Johnson broke 100 rushing yards for the 10th straight game and is now 128 yards away from 2,000 rushing yards on the season. The Titans left him in [...]