Sam Darnold: The Grandson of the Marlboro Man From Marlboro Country to the NFL Gridiron Sam Darnold, the promising quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, has an intriguing family history that intertwines with the iconic imagery of the American West. His grandfather, William Reynolds, was the original Marlboro Man, the rugged and enigmatic figure who graced … Read more
## George Blanda: The Origin of the Pick 1.01 Curse in Fantasy **Introduction** In the realm of fantasy football, the term “Pick 1.01” evokes a sense of dread among managers. It’s the curse that befalls the unfortunate soul who drafts the player selected with the first overall pick in the NFL Draft. But where did … Read more
Fantasy Football: Ten Players Who’ll Out/Underperform Projections in NFL Week 14 As we approach the fantasy football playoffs, every start and sit decision becomes crucial. Here are ten players who could either exceed or fall short of their projections in Week 14: Overperformers 1. Justin Jefferson, WR, Minnesota Vikings Jefferson has been on a tear … Read more
Steelers’ George Pickens Dismisses Browns’ Greg Newsome: ‘I Don’t Even Know Who That Is’ The rivalry between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns is set to reignite on Sunday, and one of the most anticipated matchups will be between Steelers wide receiver George Pickens and Browns cornerback Greg Newsome. In a recent interview, Pickens was … Read more
NFL Concludes Investigation into Sexual Assault Allegations Against Browns QB Deshaun Watson After a thorough and extensive investigation, the NFL has officially closed the case regarding sexual assault allegations levied against Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. The league has determined that there is insufficient evidence to support a suspension under the NFL’s Personal Conduct Policy. … Read more
2025 NFL Draft: Top 20 Senior Bowl Prospects Following 2024 College Football Regular Season The 2025 NFL Draft is still a year away, but the Senior Bowl is providing NFL scouts and fans with an early look at some of the top prospects in college football. The Senior Bowl is an annual all-star game that … Read more
Stop Overlooking Steelers and Vikings as True Super Bowl Contenders! Plus, Kansas City’s New Concern As the NFL regular season approaches its midway point, the contenders for the Super Bowl are starting to emerge. The usual suspects like the Kansas City Chiefs, Buffalo Bills, and Philadelphia Eagles remain atop the power rankings. However, two teams … Read more
NFL, NFLPA Agree to Modifications on Substances of Abuse, Performance-Enhancing Substances Policies The National Football League (NFL) and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) have reached an agreement to modify the league’s policies on substances of abuse and performance-enhancing substances (PEDs). Background The NFL has a long-standing policy against the use of illegal drugs and PEDs. … Read more
Tua Tagovailoa Expresses Regret over Impact of Absence on Dolphins’ 2024 Season Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has voiced his disappointment over the team’s struggles in his absence during the 2024 season. After suffering multiple concussions in 2023, Tagovailoa missed the entire 2024 campaign, leaving the Dolphins without their starting signal-caller. Missed Opportunities and Team … Read more
## NFL Unveils 2024 Nominees for Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award Presented by Nationwide **New York, NY -** The National Football League (NFL) today announced the 32 nominees for the 2024 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award presented by Nationwide. The prestigious award recognizes players who excel on and off … Read more