~~Lords of the Gridiron~~

[parent22]

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Great game for Manziel to redeem himself. Nice comeback for the Browns as well. I wonder if this wins the job back for Manziel?

[johnstone1987]

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Great game for Manziel to redeem himself. Nice comeback for the Browns as well. I wonder if this wins the job back for Manziel?

It's possible. Cleveland's plan was to sit Manziel for his rookie year and ride Hoyer's mentorship. Hoyer turned down a Contract extension and will test FA, this opens the door for Manziel to start in 2015 at least.

But if Hoyer struggles then Manziel might be named the starter much sooner.

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* November 9, 2014
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Kansas City Chiefs (7-1, 4-0 Away)		Buffalo Bills (4-4, 2-2 Home)
Injury Report Alex Smith(QB) Shoulder Tear(2 Weeks) NONE Game Notes The Buffalo Bills have had many challenges this year in their rebuilding phase. Everything from winning games to playing Musical QB's. But a tough Sunday game vs the Kansas City Chiefs just might be the icing on the cake. The QB to be named the starter this week is Denis Dixon. Buffalo made it official today with Head Coach Doug Marrone saying "He's been the most obvious choice in practice." Josh Allen struggled the past couple games. The Bills will look to hand KC their first loss on the road but the way the Chiefs are playing that might be easier said than done. Kansas City is lights out this year especially with how their defense has been playing. Chiefs Offense: 8 Chiefs Defense: 6 Bills Offense: 25 Bills Defense: 11 Bills Key Players... Denis Dixon(QB)- 96 yards, 2 Touchdowns, 0 picks. C.J Spiller(RB)- 119 carries, 539 yards, 2 Touchdowns. Robert Woods(WR)- 35 catches, 667 yards, 7 Touchdowns. Brandon Spikes(LB)- 62 Tackles. Mario Williams(DE)- 9 Sacks. Kiko Alonso(LB)- 2 Interceptions. Chiefs Key Players... Chase Daniel(QB)- 741 yards, 8 Touchdowns, 0 picks. Jamaal Charles(RB)- 215 carries, 1,242 yards, 9 Touchdowns. Dexter Kent(R)(WR)- 43 catches, 452 yards, 7 Touchdowns. Derrick Johnson(LB)- 50 Tackles. Justin Houston(LB)- 11 Sacks. Marcus Cooper(CB)- 3 Picks.

[johnstone1987]

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BILLS knock off CHIEFS 27-24 in Overtime....




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Orchard Park, NY- The Kansas City Chiefs(7-2) fell to the Buffalo Bills(5-4) in Overtime today when QB Dennis Dixon led Buffalo down on a FG drive.

Then the defense held Chase Daniel from converting a 4th and 10 to knock off one of the top teams in the AFC.

"We stuck to our plan and it paid off. We had some scares there for sure but KC is a really tough team." Bills Head Coach Doug Marrone stated.

The QB on the carousel this time was Dennis Dixon and even though he struggled at times against the Chiefs Defense, he still finished the day with 321 yards and 3 Touchdowns.

He had a pick but KC was held to a FG.

Dixon's #1 target today was Rookie Sammy Watkins who racked up 207 yards off 10 catches and 2 TD's.

"We fell apart on Defense as the game went on. Need to tighten it up for next week. Any given Sunday." Chiefs Head Coach Andy Reid stated.

The Bills(5-4) we're forced to throw the ball after Running Back CJ Spiller was stuffed by the stingy defense of K.C.

Spiller had just 37 yards and 15 carries.

"They held our running game in check, so we we're forced to pass it. Luckilly we found some holes but we need to do a much better job." Bills Offensive Coordinator Nathaniel Hackett stated.

Speaking of running game, Jamaal Charles had another monster day. A week after rushing for 258 yards, rushed for 160 yards.

"Ran the ball well, passed the ball well, just fell short in O.T." Reid stated.

Chiefs Backup Chase Daniel had 226 yards and 3 Touchdowns.

The Bills(5-4) will have a short week as they head to South Beach for Thursday Night Football..


UP NEXT

Chiefs(7-2) VS Seahawks(6-2) Next Sunday....

Bills(5-4) @ Dolphins(2-6) On Thursday Night Football....

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* November 9, 2014
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Miami Dolphins (2-6, 1-3 Away)		Detroit Lions (4-4, 2-2 Home)
Injury Report Ryan Tannehill(QB) Dislocated Elbow(2 Weeks) Matthew Stafford(QB) Abdominal Tear(1 Week) Dan Orlovsky(QB) Broken Collarbone Game Notes The Miami Dolphins will look to snap their 4 game skid when they travel to the Motor City. The Dolphins have been struggling all year. Head Coach Joe Philbin has named Marcus Vick the starter and questions are being asked about the future of QB Ryan Tannehill who is on the Injury list for the second time this year. The Lions are in a rebuild of their own under new Head Coach Jim Caldwell who has the Leo's at 4-4 in a new system with 2 QBs on the shelf. Detroit will have Kellen Moore at QB again for kickoff. Dolphins Offense: 27 Dolphins Defense: 17 Lions Offense: 26 Lions Defense: 13 Dolphins Key Players Marcus Vick(R)(QB)- 7 Touchdowns, 6 Interceptions, 968 yards, 84.3 Rating. Knowshon Moreno(RB)- 149 carries, 749 yards, 6 Touchdowns. Mike Wallace(WR)- 28 catches, 617 yards, 5 Touchdowns. Dannell Elerbe(LB)- 76 Tackles. Cameron Wake(DE)- 11 Sacks. Lions Key Players.. Kellen Moore(QB)- 1 Touchdown, 0 Interceptions, 676 yards, 115.1 Rating. Reggie Bush(RB)- 172 carries, 857 yards, 9 Touchdowns. Golden Tate(WR)- 18 catches, 336 yards, 4 Touchdowns. Stephen Tulloch(LB)- 54 Tackles. Ezekiel Ansah(DE)- 10 Sacks.

[johnstone1987]

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DOLPHINS snap 4 game skid with 30-13 pounding of LIONS...



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Detroit, MI- Needing to snap a 4 game skid, the Miami Dolphins(3-6) pounded the struggling Detroit Lions(4-5).

"We needed to stop the bleeding anyway we could. We needed a win." Dolphins Head Coach Joe Philbin stated.

Miami's Defense showed up ready to play as Detroit was held to just 2 Field Goals in the first half.

"We executed well today with how we played." Dolphins Defensive Coordinator Kevin Coyle stated.

Lions Running back Reggie Bush was held to 72 yards and the only Lions TD, Lions Quarterback Kellen Moore was sacked 5 times, 4 of them by DE Cameron Wake.

Moore was picked off once by Reshad Jones.

The Defense really showed up.

"Great job by our Defense. We needed them today. " Philbin stated.

Moore had 204 yards, no TD's and a pick.

Miami(3-6) took a 17-6 lead into halftime. The Lions(4-5) struggled to get anything going.

"We we're flatline for most of the game. Something we need to work on. Get a better start." Lions Head Coach Jim Caldwell stated.

The Dolphins turned to Rookie Marcus Vick while Tannehill recuperates a injury.

Vick had 2 Touchdowns and 183 yards.

Miami never turned the ball over once.

Vick also rushed for 98 yards.

"Just trying to do my job and help the team win. I'm very grateful for Miami." Vick stated.

Dolphins RB Knowshon Moreno had 74 yards and a score.

"Megatron" was held in check with just 70 yards.


"Rough game for us Offensively. 274 yards ain't something to be proud of." Lions O.C Joe Lombardi stated.


UP NEXT

Dolphins(3-6) VS Bills(5-4) On Thursday Night Football....

Lions(4-5) @ Cardinals(7-1) Next Sunday.....

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* November 9, 2014
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Dallas Cowboys (7-2, 2-1 Away)		Jacksonville Jaguars (2-7, 2-2 Home)
Injury Report Brandon Flowers(CB) Ruptured Disk(1 Week) NONE Game Notes NFL LONDON SERIES... The Dallas Cowboys are red hot in 2014 jumping out to a 7-2 lead. A trip "Across the pond" with the lowly Jaguars should guaranteed another W. The Jags drafted Blake Bortles in hopes of solidifying their Quarterback of the future. So far it has been a rough start.

[johnstone1987]

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Throw up the "X" for another W! COWBOYS beat JAGUARS 31-13 in London....





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LONDON- The Dallas Cowboys(8-2) we're all smiles today inside the locker room at Wembley Stadium.

One week after being blown out by the Arizona Cardinals, Dallas pounded the Jacksonville Jaguars(2-8).

"A win is what we needed to give ourselves back some confidence." Cowboys Head Coach Jason Garrett stated.

And the win came at just the right time as Dallas heads into their Week 11 BYE and right before the Boyz will have 4 straight PRIMETIME GAMES.

A Week 12 Sunday Night Football rematch with the rival Giants, a Thanksgiving afternoon game with the Eagles, a Thursday Night Week 14 game in Chicago, and another Sunday Night game in Philly.

"We're going into a crucial stretch of our Season so I was very happy to see us get the win today." Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones stated.

Jaguars Quarterback Blake Bortles had possibly his best start yet throwing for 234 yards and 2 Touchdowns.

A fumble towards halftime allowed Dallas to take a 17-7 lead at the break.

"We ended the half with a Field Goal but I felt like we should of had 7." Garrett stated.

The Cowboys Defense buckled at times but held Jacksonville to just 7 First Downs.

"That was hard on us but Dallas is a really good football team. Well coached." Jaguars Head Coach Gus Bradley stated.

Romo was 267 yards with 2 Touchdowns and a interception. His 12th of the year.

"Misread the slant and the Corner kinda jumped the route." Romo said.

Dallas held Toby Gerhart to just 41 yards rushing.

"Held the run but we had some blown plays in the passing game." Cowboys Defensive Coordinator Rod Marinelli stated.

Cowboys DeMarco Murray had 24 rushes for 143 yards and a score. Rookie Ezekiel Elliot also had 69 yards of his own and a TD.

"They ran the ball very well today. Something we need to work on in practice." Bradley stated.

Dallas(8-2) finished the day with 551 Total yards to Jacksonville(2-8) 355.

Jacksonville only managed 2 Third Down Conversions.

"We need to be much better on 3rd Downs." Bortles said.


UP NEXT

Cowboys(8-2) on a Week 11 BYE...

Jaguars(2-8) on a Week 11 BYE...

[parent22]

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Well you talk about the Cowboys being America’s team — that’s just crazy. FOUR PRIMETIME GAMES IN A ROW!

[RolePlayer]

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The dedication with this dynasty is amazing

[johnstone1987]

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Matchup Preview *|* January 1,
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San Francisco 49ers (5-3, 2-2 Away)		New Orleans Saints (4-4, 1-2 Home)
Injury Report None Curtis Lofton (LB) Broken Collarbone(7 weeks) Game Notes The 49ers will look to win their 4th game in a row when they face off with the Saints. New Orleans has dropped to 4-4 after a 3-0 start. The Saints will look to get back to winning games.

[johnstone1987]

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The dedication with this dynasty is amazing

Appreciate the words man.

[johnstone1987]

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11/9/14

James Tyfer


TOP TEN Coaching Candidates across the league....

With Week 10 in full swing, Let's take a look at the Top 10 Coordinators who should be Head Coaches down the line....



1. DAN QUINN- SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (Defensive Coordinator)

The mastermind besides Pete Carroll of course in the Seahawks Legion of Boom Defense is Dan Quinn. Quinn's Defense set records in 2013 as the Hawks dominated everybody on their way to their first Lombardi Trophy. Quinn has the Seahawks Defense ranked 7th as they head into their clash with the Giants. Quinn should be a sure hire for a future Head Coaching Position..




2. KYLE SHANAHAN- CLEVELAND BROWNS (Offensive Coordinator)

The son of Super Bowl Champion Mike Shanahan, Kyle should be given a chance at a Head Coaching Position. Shanahan has done a phenomenal job at helping to get the Browns to a 6-3 record. Kyle has helped turned Johnny Manziel and Brian Hoyer into NFL quality Quarterbacks.




3. VIC FANGIO- SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (Defensive Coordinator)

Fangio is a mastermind at Defense turning San Francisco into a lethal threat on that side of the ball. Vic has been with Head Coach Jim Harbaugh since he arrived in the Bay and has put the team on the map. Fangio is a high quality Coaching candidate who has Super Bowl experience as well. A future team should jump at offering him a Contract if he chooses to leave San Francisco..




4. ROB RYAN- NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (Defensive Coordinator)

The twin brother of Jets Head Coach Rex Ryan, Rob has transfered the Saints Defense into a legit contender. The Saints might be 4-5 but that's mainly due to the inconsistencies of Quarterback Drew Brees and the Offense putting too much pressure on the Defense. Non the less however, Ryan should be a good Head Coach down the line...




5. FRANK REICH- SAN DIEGO CHARGERS (Offensive Coordinator)

The Offensive Coordinator Frank Reich has San Diego's Offense Top 10. (9). Reich has done a great job at getting the Chargers some points and chasing the Chiefs for the West Division Title.




6. ADAM GASE- DENVER BRONCOS (Offensive Coordinator)

In 2013, the Denver Broncos set multiple records in the NFL and that was from Adam Gase's Offensive mind. The Broncos may be struggling this year with Manning inconsistencies but the fact remains Gase should still be a leading candidate that can help with a Franchise Quarterback...




7. TODD BOWLES- ARIZONA CARDINALS (Defensive Coordinator)

The Arizona Cardinals ball hawking Defense is absolutely lights out this year. The Red Birds's #1 Defense has been blowing up the league and causing fits for oppossing Quarterbacks. The Defense is getting turnovers, holding points off the board, and hitting hard. The man behind this is Defensive Coordinator Todd Bowles. Bowles should easily be getting invites for interviews this Off-Season...




8. DOUG PEDERSON- KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (Offensive Coordinator)

A branch off Andy Reid's Coaching Tree sits Doug Pederson. Pederson has helped Quarterback Alex Smith save his career and has KC a dominant threat on Offense. The Chiefs lead the West and are putting up points. Should Pederson choose to leave his mentor's side he will be a Head Coach down the line...




9. JEFF TEDFORD- TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS (Offensive Coordinator)

The name Jeff Tedford should ring a bell for NFL Fans. He was previously the Head Coach at California and recruited QB Aaron Rodgers. Even though he's just in his first year in the NFL, Tedford has the Buccaneers Offense 12th overall and the Bucs are on a 7 game winning streak. If Tedford chooses to look elsewhere for a promotion, he should have offers on the table...




10. BRIAN SCHOTTENHEIMER- ST. LOUIS RAMS (Offensive Coordinator)

Despite the Rams sitting at 3-5 and struggling on both sides of the ball, Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer is no stranger to success. Sam Bradford may always be injured leaving Brian to work with a endless string of Quarterbacks it seems. However from 2006-2011, Brian was the Offensive Coordinator in New York leading the Jets Offense to success as New York reached the AFC Championship 2 years in a row. When given the right QB, Schottenheimer can work magic and should be a great candidate down the line...

[johnstone1987]

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11/9/14

James Tyfer


TOP TEN Coordinator Candidates across the league....

With Week 10 in full swing, Let's take a look at the Top 10 Position Coaches who should be Coordinators down the line....



1. MIKE TICE- ATLANTA FALCONS (Offensive Line Coach)

Tice is no stranger to Head Coaching and Coordinator positions, He's coaching the O-Line to protect Franchise Quarterback Matt Ryan. The Falcons will probably be seeing changes by January which will allow Tice to accept a Coordinator's Position elsewhere...




2. ZAC TAYLOR- MIAMI DOLPHINS (Quarterbacks Coach)

Working along side Head Coach Joe Philbin who is a QB Whisperer, Zac Taylor has some success himself working with Ryan Tannehill, Marcus Vick, and Matt Moore. Given maybe some more experience and Taylor could find himself as an Offensive Coordinator...




3. JIM BOB COOTER- DETROIT LIONS (Quarterbacks Coach)

Bob Cooter is a name across the league for a future Offensive Coordinator position. Cooter is working with Stafford and Moore and Moore has been doing a good job with #9 on the shelf. Cooter should find himself getting some offers sometime down the road.




4. MIKE MULARKEY- TENNESSEE TITANS (Tight Ends Coach)

Mularkey is no stranger to a Coordinator position or a Head Coaching gig. Tennessee is leading the AFC South and his Tight Ends have really helped Jake Locker in the passing game. If the Titans clinch a Playoff berth then Mike should be given another chance as a Coordinator. Sometimes " A change of scenery" is a good thing...




5. ADAM ZIMMER- MINNESOTA VIKINGS (Linebackers Coach)

The son of Vikings Head Coach Mike Zimmer, Adam is with the Linebackers and working on the Pass Rush. It's no secret that the Vikings Defense is absolutely horrible but Zimmer is doing his best for what he has to work with. Minnesota will continue it's rebuild in the Off-Season and if the Vikings gets some players on Defense then Adam Zimmer will have much more to work with and flourish.




6. JIM TOMSULA- SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS (Defensive Line Coach)

Tomsula has a lot to be proud of with Jim Harbaugh. The 9ers pass rush is insanely good with Aldon Smith leading the league in sacks. Tomsula should make a good Defensive Coordinator somewhere down the line if given a chance.




7. MIKE VRABEL- HOUSTON TEXANS (Linebackers Coach)

Vrabel helped the New England Patriots win it's first 3 Super Bowls at the beginning of the millenium. He's been a Linebackers Coach ever since. Vrabel, given more experience should be a good Defensive Coordinator down the line. Experience from New England should do wonders for a Defense in dire need of a makeover.




8. JOHN DEFLIPPO- OAKLAND RAIDERS (Quarterbacks Coach)

Coach Flip is no stranger to Quarterbacks. He's been around them majority of his Career most recently Eli Manning in New York. He's struggling in Oakland however because Head Coach Dennis Allen refuses to make changes leaving Coach Flip dead in the water. However his resume speaks for itself and should be getting some offers sooner than later.




9. KRIS RICHARD- SEATTLE SEAHAWKS (Defensive Backs Coach)

Dan Quinn is the Defensive Coordinator for the Seahawks. But the man helping the Secondary into what it is is DB Coach Kris Richard. The Legion of Boom is thriving under Quinn and Richard. Kris should be getting some D.C offers soon given how dominant the Seahawks defense is...




10. JAY HARBAUGH- BALTIMORE RAVENS (Offense Quality Coach)

Son of San Francisco 49ers Head Coach Jim Harbaugh is in his Uncle's John Harbaugh's Staff in Baltimore. The 31 year old protege' is learning the ropes of an NFL Coach. His first gig from 2008-2011 was Oregon State as a Graduate Assistant. He then moved to the NFL to join his Uncle's Coaching Staff. He's been in Baltimore since as a Offensive Coach learning to break down opposing Defenses. His most successful was helping his Uncle beat his Father's 9ers in Super Bowl 47. Given some more time, Harbaugh should be making his way up the ranks and continue his family legacy.

[johnstone1987]

Re: ~~Lords of the Gridiron~~

11/9/14

James Tyfer


TOP TEN College Head Coaches who should make a jump to the NFL...

Let's take a look at the Top 10 NCAA Head Coaches who should be taking NFL jobs down the line....




1. CHRIS PETERSEN- UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON

Petersen is possibly the #1 Coaching Candidate for an NFL job. He led Boise State to the 2007 Fiesta Bowl Championship, a game in which he was praised for his aggressive play calling and the "3 plays that shocked the world." Petersen should be an obvious choice for a Offensive Coordinator and maybe Head Coach down the line..




2. STEVE SARKISIAN- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

A top Offensive guru, Sarkisian will make an excellent Coordinator at the NFL level. He coached Titans Quarterback Jake Locker at Washington. Sarkisian will be an excellent fit for an NFL team.




3. LES MILES- LOUSIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

"The Mad Hatter" Les Miles is no stranger to winning Championships. He's been with the Tigers since 2005 and has won numerous Bowl games. Miles aggressive Play Calling has LSU talking long term extensions. However a jump to the NFL will be a choice he might not be able to pass up...



4. BOB STOOPS- OKLAHOMA

Stoops won the National Championship with the Sooners in 2000. Since then he has won multiple Bowl Championships. Stoops is a nice fit for a future Coordinator Position at the NFL level. He's no stranger to winning high pressure games and Championships. He's been with the Sooners since 1999 so a change of scenery may be to good to pass up..




5. KEVIN SUMLIN- TEXAS A&M

Heisman Winner Johnny Manziel was drafted in the 2014 NFL Draft. Guess where he was drafted from? Texas A&M under Coach Sumlin. Sumlin's Offensive Aerial attack was the foundation for "Money" to light up the College games. Now Sumlin can make a jump to the NFL with his Offensive minded Aerial assault should help any QB.




6. CHARLIE STRONG- UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS

Strong is in his first year as Texas Head Coach. Already he has made a name for himself as this past spring he made numerous players wear plain white helmets for practice as they had to earn the right to sport the Longhorn logo on them. Strong is no stranger to leadership or Coaching as he spent the past few years at Louisville. With the kind of attitude and leadership Strong shows he may be a great candidate down the line for an NFL job.




7. DABO SWINNEY- CLEMSON

Swinney is a first time Head Coach having been with the Tigers since 2009 but is no stranger to winning or having success. The Tigers have won under Swinney and Dabo has them on the verge of a National Title. This kind of attention should have NFL teams knocking on his door in the future..




8. BUTCH JONES- TENNESSEE

Jones has led the Volunteers on many years of success. 4 years of Division Championships to be exact. He's been with the Vols since 2013 but is still considered a great candidate down the line. His only NFL experience was in 1988 where he was an intern for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers...




9. JIMBO FISHER- FLORIDA STATE

Fisher just might be the hottest Coaching candidate right now as Florida State won the National Championship last year. Fisher is no stranger to success as he also has multiple Bowl games under his record too. Depending on if Fisher wants to continue his legacy at Florida State, he should be jumping to the NFL in the near future...




10. URBAN MEYER- OHIO STATE

Head Coach of Ohio State since 2012, Meyer has 2 National Championships under his belt and has the Buckeyes poised to win this years. Meyer has never coached at the NFL level but with his resume speaking for itself, NFL teams should be calling him for an interview..