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OFFSEASON? THERE IS NO OFFSEASON HOWDY FRIEND. ... Sure, the 2012 season is officially over. Congratulations to the NFL Champion Baltimore Ravens and their fans. ... But the end of one season means it's the start of a new one. In this case, that means it's time to start looking ahead to 2013. And we'll be doing just that in coming week. So check back often. We'll have plenty of goodies for you -- starting with:
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Griffin has been throwing a football since late April, his father told USA TODAY Sports on Friday. It is another positive sign that the second-year QB's reconstructed right knee is getting stronger and his mobility is returning four months and eight days removed from Jan. 9 surgery to repair torn anterior cruciate and lateral collateral ligaments suffered late in a wild-card playoff loss to Seattle. "Robert is doing extremely well as far as the timetable,' Robert Griffin II said. "He's been doing a lot over time, he never stops.
Reported by USA Today
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The elder Griffin added: "He was throwing some prior to the draft. Everything seems to be on cue. Everybody in the organization is targeting that season opener.' Griffin's father said his son is ahead of schedule by comparison to his prior rehabilitation from a torn ACL of his right knee suffered while playing for Baylor University four years ago. HC Mike Shanahan told USA TODAY's Jim Corbett, that while Griffin is indeed ahead of schedule, the team's doctors and training staff are being careful not to let him do too much, too soon and that he won't jeopardize RGIII's career just to have him start Week 1. "What you don't want is to do something too quick,' Shanahan said. "The muscles around the ligaments feel very good. But you don't want to do something to set it back. ... We're just trying not to push him too hard.' RGIII wrote himself on his Twitter account that his throwing regimen included "a couple roll out throws…But some take Friday off. ..." Stay tuned. The interest -- and the info -- will only ramp up as camp draws nearer.
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Fantasy Notebook: AFC East; What About Gronk? Miller Time In Miami?
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May 8,2013 |
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Rodgers Gets Five-Year, $110 Million Contract From Packers
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Fantasy Notebook: AFC West; Manning Up Faster; Charles Is It
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Apr 19,2013 |
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Fantasy Notebook: AFC North; Big Ben's Issues; T-Rich Rising?
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Apr 11,2013 |
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Fantasy Notebook: AFC South Look Ahead; Questions Start With CJ2K
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Apr 3,2013 |
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Palmer To Cardinals Official; Veteran Moves In As New Starting QB
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Apr 2,2013 |
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Flynn Traded To Oakland; Is He Ready For A Starting Job?
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Apr 1,2013 |
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Kolb To Battle Jackson For Job... And Maybe A Roster Spot
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Cowboys Ink Romo To Six-Year, $108 Million Extension
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The Latest On Robert Griffin III, According to RGII
(5/18 1:55 AM PT)
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Griffin has been throwing a football since late April, his father told USA TODAY Sports on Friday. It is another positive sign that the second-year QB's reconstructed right knee is getting stronger and his mobility is returning four months and eight days removed from Jan. 9 surgery to repair torn anterior cruciate and lateral collateral ligaments suffered late in a wild-card playoff loss to Seattle. "Robert is doing extremely well as far as the timetable,' Robert Griffin II said. "He's been doing a lot over time, he never stops.
Reported by USA Today
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The elder Griffin added: "He was throwing some prior to the draft. Everything seems to be on cue. Everybody in the organization is targeting that season opener.' Griffin's father said his son is ahead of schedule by comparison to his prior rehabilitation from a torn ACL of his right knee suffered while playing for Baylor University four years ago. HC Mike Shanahan told USA TODAY's Jim Corbett, that while Griffin is indeed ahead of schedule, the team's doctors and training staff are being careful not to let him do too much, too soon and that he won't jeopardize RGIII's career just to have him start Week 1. "What you don't want is to do something too quick,' Shanahan said. "The muscles around the ligaments feel very good. But you don't want to do something to set it back. ... We're just trying not to push him too hard.' RGIII wrote himself on his Twitter account that his throwing regimen included "a couple roll out throws…But some take Friday off. ..." Stay tuned. The interest -- and the info -- will only ramp up as camp draws nearer.
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Still More On Rob Gronkowski's Back
(5/18 1:54 AM PT)
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A mere possibility quickly has become a probability. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, Gronkowski "probably" will need back surgery. He currently is waiting for a second opinion from Dr. Robert Watkins.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
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As previously noted, the back surgery, if it occurs, is expected to happen within three-to-four weeks after the upcoming surgery on his forearm, which currently is set for Monday. As Profootballtalk.com's Mike Florio explained, the timetable could hinge on whether the infection is indeed gone from Gronkowski's forearm. If it is, he'll need only one more surgery (the fourth) on his arm, and then the back surgery would be able to proceed. If the surgery is still there (doctors currently believe it isn't), a fifth surgery on the arm may be needed. Which could delay the back surgery. ... We will, of course, continue following this one closely.
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Report: Michael Vick's Motivation Can't Be Overstated
(5/18 1:52 AM PT)
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Late last season, we thought Vick's career with the Eagles was over. Fast forward five months, and he's been given an incredible opportunity to turn his career around in an offensive system that might just suit his skill set. Vick seems to know what a great chance this is, too. Zach Berman of the Philadelphia Inquirer notes that Vick's "motivation" this year can't be overstated. "(Vick's) noticeably bigger and enthused about the offense," Berman writes.
Reported by NFL.com
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As NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal reminded readers, Vick has made it clear he ran less last season by design. Now, he's in an offense that should play to his strengths (mobility) with an improved, healthier offensive line. He took the first snaps of organized team activities, and remains the heavy favorite to start for the Eagles in Week 1 because of his experience and his contract. That said, there are still those who aren't sure Vick has the accuracy to thrive under Chip Kelly. Turnovers and decision-making -- especially in the red zone -- will also be factors. And so will Nick Foles. ... Stay tuned.
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Reggie Bush Compares Lions Offense To Saints
(5/18 1:51 AM PT)
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Bush is already comfortable in the Lions offense. The dynamic running back said on Friday morning that the comfort with his new team stems from the familiarity to his first NFL offense. "As far as from an offensive perspective it's a lot like what we did in New Orleans," Bush said of the team he won a Super Bowl with in 2009. "It's a lot of spread-open passing. Obviously we can attack downfield, and with the running game, a lot of screens, draws and stuff like that. Basically what I did in New Orleans, so running this offensive system has been pretty easy for me."
Reported by NFL.com
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Bush said the proliferation of wide-open offenses in the NFL fits right into his game. "I've always enjoyed being in the position that I am and doing what I do, being able to split out wide and catch balls so it's great that offenses are going toward that direction," Bush said. As NFL.com's Kevin Patra suggests, Bush will add the dynamic element to the Lions and leave the 3-yards-and-a-cloud-of-dust plays to Mikel Leshoure. It's also a good thing Bush likes catching passes. With questions in the Lions' receiving corps, he might have to do even more outside of the backfield than he did with the Saints.
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Broncos Make Minor Adjustment To Peyton Manning's Contract
(5/18 1:50 AM PT)
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NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reports that Manning made a minor alteration in his contract that was indeed submitted to the league. There was no pay cut or extension, but it was procedural. Manning and the Broncos altered language that involves his insurance. Rapoport notes it was the team protecting itself in case of injury, and Manning signed off on the change.
Reported by NFL.com
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Any time a contract is altered in any way, it must be submitted to the league. It will have no effect on salary cap or any of the important aspects of his deal that runs through 2016. According to Profootballtalk.com, the Broncos will get $10 million if Manning suffers an injury (other than to his neck) in 2013 that prevents him from playing in 2014. If it's an injury to the neck, Manning's $20 million guarantee in 2014 evaporates, making the insurance unnecessary. Basically, then, Manning will get the full $20 million for any non-neck injury in 2013 that prevents him from playing in 2014. The Broncos, in turn, will get half of it back via insurance.
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Jason Campbell Looking To Make A Push
(5/18 1:48 AM PT)
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No one is laying a glove on anyone, but it is hard not to notice Campbell. We've popped in from the first segment of full-squad spring practice. The first thing we noticed when we were outside was Campbell's Roethlisberger-like size. He's clearly bigger than Brandon Weeden. He made Thaddeus Lewis look like a shrimp.
Reported by the Canton Repository
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And even though Weeden is clearly the No. 1 at this point, Repository staffer Steve Doerschuk advised readers that Campbell definitely had better sessions than Weeden. Doerschuk conceded it might have something to do with the fact Campbell is a ninth-year pro who was working against a No. 2 defense. Still, the newcomer whistled a couple of deep strikes to speedster Travis Benjamin, anticipating where Benjamin would be, making sure the ball arrived when Benjamin was most open. Another time, Campbell showed an excellent fastball on a 25-yard bullet that hit Jordan Norwood in a perfect spot in front of second-year pro Trevin Wade. ... Bottom line? Campbell doesn't look like a guy willing to settle for the No. 2 spot without a serious battle. We'll be watching for more.
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Mike Glennon Is In Tampa To Compete
(5/18 1:44 AM PT)
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There are two kinds of backup quarterbacks. Those who accept their position and conduct themselves accordingly, and those who refuse to adopt the mindset of a second-string player. Put Bucs rookie Glennon in the latter category. "I just want to be a good teammate," Glennon recently told SiriusXM NFL Radio. "But at the same time, I don't know if taking a backseat would be the right term because I'm a competitor and I'm going to do whatever I can to compete.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
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Glennon added: "At the same time, though, I understand I'm a rookie and it's a process, and I'm just going to worry about getting better each and every day and let things play out that way. ..." As PFT's Mike Florio suggests, it can be helpful to the starter if the backup adds a "competitive spirit" to the quarterback room, but the circumstances ultimately can prevent the starter from having the kind of confidence he needs to play the position without looking over his shoulder. And in Tampa, starter Josh Freeman has reason to look over his shoulder. Recently, GM Mark Dominik said that Glennon could get more reps than any other quarterback on the depth chart during the preseason. With second-year HC Greg Schiano still not sold on the fifth-year first-round pick, developing Glennon becomes a major priority for the Bucs. That doesn't mean he's about to jump ahead of Freeman, but the situation is worth watching.
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Not So Fast: Back Issue The Latest Concern For Rob Gronkowski?
(5/17 2:37 PM PT)
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Following up on the ongoing story. ... Just as the news was getting better on Gronkowski’s arm, there's word his back is once again acting up and could require surgery as well. The tight end recently underwent an MRI on his back to check on a disc issue he had dating back to last season, a person informed of Gronkowski's medical status told USA TODAY Sports.
Reported by USA Today
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The person told USA TODAY's Mike Garafolo the issue is with a different disc than the one that needed to be shaved down in via surgery 2009 and that a final decision on whether surgery will be required has not yet been made. The person also told Garafolo that Gronkowski will see noted spine specialist Robert Watkins in the near future, after next week's surgery to install a new plate into his forearm. According to Garafolo, the hope is, if surgery on his back is required, Gronkowski will be back within the same 10-11 week time frame as his recovery from the arm injury, which he initially suffered in November but has been prolonged because of an infection in the limb. ... Stay tuned.
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More: Mike Goodson Charged With Five Gun, Drug Counts
(5/17 2:16 PM PT)
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Goodson was just the passenger this morning, but he’s far from off the hook. Goodson was charged with five gun and drug counts Friday morning, after New Jersey State Police found the car he was riding in parked in the middle of Route 80 in Denville, N.J.
Reported by Profootballtalk.com
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According to the release from the NJSP, a tow driver called 911 after finding a gray SUV parked in the center-left lane of the highway. The driver, Garant Evans, was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated. Medics on the scene determined Goodson needed to be transported to the hospital, and a small amount of marijuana was found on him. A subsequent search of the vehicle found a loaded gun and more marijuana. Goodson was taken back to Morris County Jail after he was released from the hospital, and charged with possession of marijuana (under 50 grams), possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of a handgun, possession of a loaded handgun and possession of hollow point ammunition. Goodson’s bail was set at $50,000. ... Stay tuned. More undoubtedly to come.
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Slimmed Down Kendall Wright Ready To Pick Up The Pace
(5/17 2:04 PM PT)
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With organized team activities underway in Tennessee, the Titans have welcomed back a leaner, meaner Wright. The second-year wide receiver says he's dropped 14 pounds this offseason through one simple trick: Laying off the junk food. "I'm in the best shape I've ever been," Wright told the team's official site. "For the most part, it wasn't about the running. I just started taking care of my body and eating right. I wasn't eating right at all. I was eating a lot of junk food because that's what I like and that's what I'd buy, but I cut down on that and just started eating right."
Reported by NFL.com
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Wright is down to 187 pounds after using his time away from the game to work out intensely. Wright hopes a trimmer frame will help him with "breaks, running routes and getting back and making all the cuts that I need to make." As NFL.com's Marc Sessler notes, the Titans need Wright to follow up his 64-catch, 626-yard rookie campaign with more production in Year Two. Whatever the case, Sessler went on to suggest with Tennessee reportedly preparing for "life after" Kenny Britt -- and with Nate Washington's future unclear -- it's Wright and rookie Justin Hunter who loom as the future of this passing attack.
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