The defensive line is the heart of any successful defense, tasked with both disrupting the opposing quarterback with a pass rush and shutting down rushing attacks at the line of scrimmage. This season, we will monitor NFL defensive line play all season long, ranking the league's unit from No. 1 to No. 32. … [Read more...] about NFL defensive line rankings ahead of Week 12
Chiefs Exec Mike Borgonzi Expected To Be Popular GM Candidate
GM-needy teams could turn to Kansas City for a front office leader. Tony Pauline of Sportskeeda.com writes that Chiefs assistant general manager Mike Borgonzi is already the “hot name” that’s circulating ahead of the offseason hiring cycle. Borgonzi has worked in Kansas City for 16 years, working his way up from college scouting administrator to his current role as right-hand … [Read more...] about Chiefs Exec Mike Borgonzi Expected To Be Popular GM Candidate
Poll: Who Will Secure AFC’s Third Wild-Card Spot?
Late-season collapses certainly occur, with injuries obviously playing key roles in contenders’ blueprints. As it stands now, however, the AFC playoff picture is top-heavy. It is quite possible the stretch run will feature division leaders jockeying for seeding and two wild-card teams hovering over the race for the bottom bracket slot. ESPN’s FPI gives the Chargers a 94.7% … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Secure AFC’s Third Wild-Card Spot?
Skip Bayless is sick of Bengals failing Joe Burrow
The Cincinnati Bengals have been underperforming with a 4-7 record, and many people have their own opinions about why they haven’t been playing like they were expected to. But Skip Bayless, who is known for having some very strong opinions, knows one thing: Joe Burrow is being let down. Bayless made sure to make that clear on Twitter after the Bengals’ most recent loss to the … [Read more...] about Skip Bayless is sick of Bengals failing Joe Burrow
Kentucky Kicker Alex Raynor Named Lou Groza Award Semifinalist
Kentucky kicker Alex Raynor was recently named a semifinalist for the coveted Lou Groza Award. The Lou Groza Collegiate Place-Kicker Award, presented by the Orange Bowl, is given annually to college football’s top kicker. Raynor has made a UK-record 18 consecutive field goals and owns the career field goal percentage mark at Kentucky at .962 (25-of-26). Here are more details … [Read more...] about Kentucky Kicker Alex Raynor Named Lou Groza Award Semifinalist