Topicfire Football NFL News http://topicfire.com/Football-NFL 2010-09-10T13:04:06+00:00 text/html 2010-09-10T20:00:58+00:00 http://profootball.scout.com/ Favre is back, but how good is he? http://profootball.scout.com/2/1001085.html <a href="http://profootball.scout.com/2/1001085.html"><img src="http://media.scout.com/Media/Image/84/849957.jpg" /></a><br />Brett Favre and the Vikings gave NBC impressive TV ratings, but his performance was mediocre or worse. If he doesn't get himself and his team untracked, it could be a long season in Minnesota. text/html 2010-09-10T19:30:21+00:00 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ This Week In Quotes: September 10, 2010 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/week-quotes/2010/week-quotes-september-10-2010 Ray Lewis has choice words for the Jets, Derrick Dooley's top priority at Tennessee has been shower discipline, and more in this week's best quotes. read more text/html 2010-09-10T19:01:40+00:00 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ Patriots Lock Up Tom Brady http://www.footballoutsiders.com/extra-points/2010/patriots-lock-tom-brady The Patriots have re-signed Tom Brady. It's four years and $72 million with $48.5 million in guaranteed money. read more text/html 2010-09-10T16:16:04+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ 2010 Top 10 Fantasy Football Picks http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/10/2010-top-10-fantasy-football-picks/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/10/2010-top-10-fantasy-football-picks/"><img src="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/andre-johnson.jpg" /></a><br />Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson &#8212; What a year in 2009 for CJ2K!  The Tennessee Titans’ speedster running back was a Fantasy Football cash machine as he set an NFL single-season record for yards from scrimmage (2,509). All Johnson did was rush for 2,006 yards on 358 carries with 14... text/html 2010-09-10T15:35:16+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: 11 final thoughts on Vikings-Saints game http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/10/11-final-thoughts-on-saints-vikings/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-10T14:26:51+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ Saints March To Way Of Defense Defeating Vikings 14-9 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/10/saints-march-to-way-of-defense-defeating-vikings-14-9/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/10/saints-march-to-way-of-defense-defeating-vikings-14-9/"><img src="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Week1-254x300.jpg" /></a><br />You know this game meant something.  Not your ordinary Week 1 affair. Saints fans take each game seriously. Tailgaters were setting up shop surrounding the Superdome at dawn, and one pregame cookout even doubled as a wedding. Some government offices, businesses and schools were shut down.  Dedication. Defense Still Wins Championships. It was... text/html 2010-09-10T10:41:29+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ Gridiron Gab Week One Preview: Green Bay at Philadelphia http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/gridiron-gab-week-one-preview-green-bay-at-philadelphia/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/gridiron-gab-week-one-preview-green-bay-at-philadelphia/"><img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l1uv3zgN8r1qz8fgvo1_400.jpg" /></a><br />The Eagles face a tough opponent right out of the gate on Sunday when the Packers come to town. This is a team who will contend for their division and are a likely playoff team. However, this doesn’t mean the Eagles are doomed. They’re... text/html 2010-09-10T04:40:06+00:00 http://msn.foxsports.com/ Implications of Brady's reported new deal http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/Tom-Brady-new-contract-and-what-it-means-for-league <a href="http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/Tom-Brady-new-contract-and-what-it-means-for-league"><img src="http://segment-pixel.invitemedia.com/pixel?code=Sports&amp;partnerID=167&amp;key=segment" /></a><br />NBC Sports' Peter King reported on Thursday night's opener between the Saints and Vikings that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft was finalizing a deal with starting QB Tom Brady. An NFL source with direct knowledge of the contract told FOXSports.com the long-awaited four-year deal is worth an average of $18 million per year, and... text/html 2010-09-10T00:30:25+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ What I Know, What I Don’t Know http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/what-i-know-what-i-dont-know-4/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/what-i-know-what-i-dont-know-4/"><img src="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Dexter-McCluster1-222x300.jpg" /></a><br />2010 NFL Predictions Part 1, East Divisions Part 2, North Divisions Part 3, South Divisions AFC West: San Diego Chargers: What I Know- Ryan Matthews can turn the corner.  Showed me a burst I just assumed he didn&#8217;t have.  I would be shocked if he&#8217;s not in Hawaii.  15 touchdowns is within reach.  1,500 yards... text/html 2010-09-10T00:05:18+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ Packers: Behind Enemy Lines I http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/packers-behind-enemy-lines-i/ Jclombardi discussed Packers with Eagles Gab blogger. Guest senior writer jclombardi @ http://lombardiave.com Commentary: In the preview for the Eagles game, jclombardi answered questions about the Packers from Mike Burke, blogger for Eagles Gab[adapted]: Eagles Gab: I had the honor of asking Jclombardi a few questions related to his beloved Packers. Jclombardi is an... text/html 2010-09-09T22:55:42+00:00 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ Cowboys Lock Up Miles Austin http://www.footballoutsiders.com/extra-points/2010/cowboys-lock-miles-austin The Cowboys have signed Miles Austin to a six-year contract extension worth $54 million. No word yet on the guaranteed money. read more text/html 2010-09-09T18:00:46+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ A Glimpse at the 2010 NFL Season according to a so-called expert http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/a-glimpse-at-the-2010-nfl-season-according-to-a-so-called-expert/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/a-glimpse-at-the-2010-nfl-season-according-to-a-so-called-expert/"><img src="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Lewis.jpg" /></a><br />Once again it is time for me to get out my crystal ball and see if I can prognosticate the upcoming NFL season. However as all of my friends can attest, I have never been totally right or wrong in my predictions. I can already tell you now that I have... text/html 2010-09-09T16:35:57+00:00 http://msn.foxsports.com/ Pats QB Brady 'shaken' after car accident http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/patriots-qb-tom-brady-car-accident-090910 <a href="http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/patriots-qb-tom-brady-car-accident-090910"><img src="http://segment-pixel.invitemedia.com/pixel?code=Sports&amp;partnerID=167&amp;key=segment" /></a><br />New England Patriots superstar quarterback Tom Brady was "shaken" after a two-car accident in Boston on Thursday. New England Patriots - Tom Brady - Boston - Quarterback - Sports text/html 2010-09-09T16:06:02+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ Gridiron Gab Week One Preview: Arizona at St.Louis http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/gridiron-gab-week-one-preview-arizona-at-st-louis/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/09/gridiron-gab-week-one-preview-arizona-at-st-louis/"><img src="http://www.cardinalsgab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/redskinsblog-300x197.jpg" /></a><br />2009 Regular Season Records: Cardinals: 10-6, NFC West Division Champions Rams: 1-15, 4th in NFC West Game time: Sun., Sept. 12th, 4:15 p.m., ET., Edward Jones Dome, St. Louis, MO Background: A new chapter in the Cardinals’ story begins this Sunday.  Despite winning back-to-back division titles, achieving 4 playoff victories in two seasons,... text/html 2010-09-09T15:35:42+00:00 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ Walkthrough: McNabb Deniers http://www.footballoutsiders.com/walkthrough/2010/walkthrough-mcnabb-deniers Donovan McNabb Haters: typical boo birds, or something worse? Mike Tanier offers the final word on a great player's tarnished legacy. read more text/html 2010-09-09T14:00:39+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: Rosenthal’s SB prediction — Packers over Chargers http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/09/rosenthals-super-bowl-pick/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T14:00:24+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: MDS’s SB prediction — Colts over Cowboys http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/mdss-super-bowl-pick/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T14:00:23+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: Silva’s SB prediction — Packers over Ravens http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/silvas-super-bowl-pick/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T14:00:21+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: Florio’s SB prediction — Ravens over Cowboys http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/florios-super-bowl-pick/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T10:55:59+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ Packers: Evening Mix http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/08/packers-evening-mix/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/08/packers-evening-mix/"><img src="http://i.clp.ly/img/11ff3c3eeb5f90ebe19250c0aad95f29?offset=7.35294117647&amp;size=450&amp;stamp=1283998336&amp;bg=ffffff" /></a><br />Jclombardi looks at Packers headlines &#38; highlights. Guest senior writer jclombardi @ http://lombardiave.com Clipped from: gnb.scout.com (share this clip) Notes: Ready or not, the Packers&#8217; defense will be playing for real on Sunday at Philadelphia. Packers are the popular pick to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl among national writers, but that... text/html 2010-09-09T02:46:33+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: Jets getting pretty cocky about their chances http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/jets-crank-up-trash-talking-for-start-of-season/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T02:46:33+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: T.O. says Favre has gotten off too easy http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/to-takes-aim-at-brett-favre/?related=1 text/html 2010-09-09T02:46:16+00:00 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/ PFT: Giants’ Jacobs lashes out at reporter http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2010/09/08/brandon-jacobs-lashes-out-at-reporter-you-think-im-stupid/ text/html 2010-09-09T00:18:20+00:00 http://www.nflgridirongab.com/ 2010 Impact Rookies on Defense http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/08/2010-impact-rookies-on-defense/ <a href="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2010/09/08/2010-impact-rookies-on-defense/"><img src="http://www.nflgridirongab.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/eric-berry-257x300.jpg" /></a><br />Detroit Lions DT Ndamukong Suh &#8212; Lions head coach Jim Schwartz and GM Martin Mayhew seem to have finally found their much-needed cornerstone for a defense that allowed an NFL-high 494 points in 2009.  Suh is a dominant player, who produced 85 tackles, a NCAA leading 24 tackles for loss,... text/html 2010-09-08T22:15:32+00:00 http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ 2010 Staff Predictions http://www.footballoutsiders.com/ramblings/2010/2010-staff-predictions We have faith in our system -- most of the time. When we disagree, we all do it for different reasons. Here are FO staff predictions for the 2010 season, guaranteed to be wrong in one way or another for every single writer. read more