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Brady and the Pats Set for Another AFC East Title
July 8th, 2010. Published under Headlines, Sports. No Comments.
The story of Tom Brady itself is amazing. A guy picked #199 in the draft who then gets the starting position after Drew Bledsoe got injured, and winning his first NFL title that year. A Cinderella story, no question.
However, after two more titles, this might be the biggest season for him, considering that the Patriots might not be favored by the NFL Betting Odds, taking into consideration how the New York Jets and the Miami Dolphins have strengthened their teams in the past moths.
Tom Brady and the Pats are coming off a disappointing season where they were eliminated in the Wild Card round after a beating by the Baltimore Ravens.
But it was not only that. Despite that Brady’s stats was really good, he and the Pats disappointed in big games last season. (more…)
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Tim Tebow Headed to Broncos After Big Surprise in NFL Draft
April 23rd, 2010. Published under Sports. No Comments.
Tim Tebow headed to Broncos after big surprise in NFL draft – The following article excerpt was taken from USA Today and written by David Jones:
JACKSONVILLE — It looks like Tim Tebow’s first game as a pro football player will, indeed, be in his hometown of Jacksonville.
One problem.
He’ll be on the visiting sideline.
The Denver Broncos, who chose the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner with the 25th selection overall of the NFL draft on Thursday night, will visit the Jaguars on Sept. 12 on the opening week of the NFL’s regular season. (more…)
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Jared Odrick – NFL Draft 2010 Latest Updates
April 23rd, 2010. Published under Sports. No Comments.
Jared Odrick – NFL Draft 2010 Latest Updates – The following news article was taken from THE Phinsider, written by Matty I:
Late Thursday night, the Dolphins were finally on the clock after trading down from pick 12 to pick 28. Among those still available were Sergio Kindle and Jerry Hughes, two athletic outside linebackers who would fill a huge need on their roster.
Then the pick was announced…Jared Odrick, defensive tackle, Penn State.
Surprise and disappointment seemed to be the consensus feelings amongst Dolphin fans. But when you put aside the idea of drafting for need, it isn’t hard to understand why this front office selected this versatile defensive lineman from Penn State. (more…)
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Steelers Pick Maurkice Pouncey
April 23rd, 2010. Published under Sports. No Comments.
Steelers Pick Maurkice Pouncey – The following sports article excerpt was obtained from USA Today and was written by Gary Mihoces:
PITTSBURGH — In the wake of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s suspension, the Pittsburgh Steelers stuck with the 18th pick in the NFL draft and selected center and soon-to-be guard Maurkice Pouncey from Florida.
Pouncey, 6-4½, 304 pounds, entered the draft as a 20-year-old junior. He spent the past two seasons playing center at Florida and snapping to Tim Tebow.
The Steelers have ninth-year pro Justin Hartwig at center. They plan to start Pouncey out at right guard, where he played as a true freshman at Florida. (more…)
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Cornerback Devin McCourty
April 23rd, 2010. Published under Sports. No Comments.
Cornerback Devin McCourty – The following excerpt was taken from The Quad, The New York Times College Sports Blog and was written by Nick Corasanti:
While much of the focus during the N.F.L. draft will be on, well, the N.F.L., Nick Corasaniti is keeping his eyes on college football. He is breaking down how the first-round picks will be replaced, or not, by their former college teams.
Rutgers cornerback Devin McCourty was taken by the New England Patriots with the 27th pick in the N.F.L. draft. Here’s a look at how the Scarlet Knights will be affected by his departure. (more…)
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NFL Draft Live 2010 – Latest Updates and Results
April 23rd, 2010. Published under Sports. 1 Comment.
NFL Draft Live 2010 – Latest Updates and Results – The following article excerpt was obtained from Daily World Buzz:
NFL Draft Live 2010 – Latest Updates and Results – The football buzz is on. Here are some of the latest updates and live results from the NFL Draft 2010.
Sam Bradford goes to St. Louis Rams, Ndamukong Suh goes to Detroit Lions, The Tampa Bay Buccaneers picked defensive tackle, Gerald McCoy, Trent Williams was picked by the Washington Redskins, the Seattle Seahawks took Russell Okung and Joe Haden goes to Cleveland Browns.
Other NFL Draft Live 2010 latest updates and results include Rolando McClain’s trip to Oakland Raiders, Tyson Alualu, a defensive tackle, goes to Buffalo Bills and Anthony Davis goes to the San Francisco 49ers team from Broncos. (more…)
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Tracy Lynn Johnson Pictures Surface on Tiki Barber’s 35th Birthday
April 8th, 2010. Published under Events, Sports. No Comments.
Tracy Lynn Johnson Pictures Surface on Tiki Barber’s 35th Birthday – Check out the following news excerpt taken from SFGate website:
As of the news that former New York Giants Running Back and NBC Sports anchor and Today Show Correspondent Tiki Barber was cheating on his wife of 11 years, Ginny Barber while she was three months pregnant wasn’t enough, all of this comes today, on his 35th birthday.
Happy Birthday, Tiki Barber. (more…)
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Dino Gaudio Out at Wake Forest
April 8th, 2010. Published under Sports. No Comments.
Dino Gaudio Out at Wake Forest – The following excerpt is taken from The Sports Network:
Winston-Salem, NC (Sports Network) – Wake Forest has relieved Dino Gaudio of his duties as men’s head basketball coach after just three seasons and less than six months following his contract being extended through the 2013-14 season.
Athletics Director Ron Wellman spoke at an afternoon news conference and indicated he was dissatisfied with the way the team has played down the stretch in each of the past two seasons despite making appearances in the NCAA Tournament. (more…)
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Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey Live Online Stream
March 7th, 2010. Published under Headlines, Sports. No Comments.
So who’s your pick? Are you going for the underdog, Joshua Clottey of Ghania? Clottey was a former IBD Welterweight champion who seems to be a really tough and solid boxer. Clottey has never been knocked out in his entire career. Or are you picking the seven division world champion and the number one pound-for-pound fighter in the world today, Manny Pacquiao? He will be defending his WBO Welterweight title for the first time.
Check out Watch Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey Live Video Streaming Online for more updates on how to watch Pacquiao vs Clottey online. (more…)
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Danica Patrick in Daytona 500
February 15th, 2010. Published under Events, Headlines, Sports. No Comments.
Danica Patrick Daytona 500 – The most awaited racing event to ever grace the planet earth is the Daytona 500. Adding some flavor to the event is the sexy and hot Danica Patrick. The Daytona 500 was here first ever NASCAR excursion although according to reports, Danica Patrick had a disappointing finish.
With the culmination of the Daytona 500, Danica Patrick gained a huge media exposure. She finished 35th in the race. Tony Stewart finished first. This was his third consecutive Daytona 500 win. (more…)
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