Jonathan Vilma and Jeremy Shockey have a ton in common besides both being traded to the Saints this offseason. Both were drafted out of the University of Miami. Both were drafted by teams in New York in the first round (Shockey in 2002 by the Giants, Vilma in 2004 by the Jets). Both made immediate   more...
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After coming off an impressive 10-6 campaign in 2006, everyone thought the New York Jets would compete with the New England Patriots for the AFC East title, but inconsistency on both sides of the football led to a disappointing 2007 season. The Jets finished with a 4--12 record, lost eight of their   more...
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2007 Summary:Scott Shanle did such a great job in 2006 that he got a nice contract before the 2007 season. Unfortunately, his tackle totals went down and had no sacks (3 in 2006) in 2007. Shanle had a tendency to disappear in games. Some could attribute it to bad D-line play, but then why didn't   more...
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After an incredible 2006 season, the New Orleans Saints came back to earth last year as they finished 7-9 overall with sub-par performances all around. The Saints lost their first four games, with quarterback Drew Brees throwing nine interceptions and just one touchdown in those games, and were   more...
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Here is my list of the 20 best backers in the league:1. Brian Urlacher2. Shawne Merriman3. Ray Lewis4. DeMarcus Ware5. Adalius Thomas6. Takeo Spikes7. Mike Peterson8. D.J. Williams9. DeMeco Ryans10. Lance Briggs11. Lofa Tatupu12. A.J. Hawk13. Jonathan Vilma14. Joey Porter15. Zach Thomas16. Derrick   more...

As Saints training camp approaches, starting on July 24th, there are going to be several very interesting battles for starting positions as well as roster spots. In the next few days we will provide you with some details of what positions to watch and some details about whom you will be   more...
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Teams were active right at the start of free agency early Friday. Among those who made moves include the Jets, Cowboys, Browns, Raiders, Patriots, and Packers.
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This article examines the production of linebackers in a 3-4 scheme as opposed to 4-3 schemes in fantasy football and IDP (Individual Defensive Player) leagues.
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The GNUru is here with another edition of his 2007 Fantasy Football Rankings. This time he tackles the linebacker position for those in Individual Defensive Player (IDP) leagues. Are LBs as important as RBs in IDP leagues? Read the GNUru to get the skinny!
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In an offseason where the Cincinnati Bengals keep trying to add defensive players one must wonder what will become of the Bengals All-Pro WR Chad Johnson. Though Coach Marvin Lewis has repeatdily said that Chad will not be traded, that looks more and more untrue. Chad is creating trouble in the   more...

Imagine for a moment if Devin Hester was entering the NFL Draft this year. His main competition as a return specialist would be DeSean Jackson. The two players are comparable and have been a part of two of the best punt returns in NCAA history. DESEAN JACKSONEntering the NFL:Height: 5-10Weight:   more...
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So, it's official, the Saints required Jeremy Shockey from the New York Giants for some 2nd and 5th round Picks in the 2009 NFL Draft.With this offensive upgrade, I really think the Saints could make some trouble in the NFC.They upgraded their Defense with Vilma, and he fits in their system. Their   more...
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The New York Jets have given line backer Jonathan Vilma permission to shop himself around for a possible trade. This does not mean Vilma will be trade; he's just getting the chance to look around the league and see what teams want him.
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Jeff Garcia doesnt have a new contract and he's sounds off.....TAMPA — For the first time in five years, Jeff Garcia was thrilled he did not have a change of uniform or address in the offseason. The grass has never grown under the cleats of the vagabond quarterback. And it's starting to look as if   more...
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Big news for Gang Green today as the Detroit Free Press is reporting that Jets linebacker Jonathan Vilma was in Detroit today for a physical. How does that work exactly with a player rehabbing from surgery? Are they just looking for structural stability? I don't have the answer, though according to   more...
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