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James' Football Blog January 2008 Archive

By James Alder, About.com Guide to Football since 2000

Cheap Shots

Thursday January 31, 2008
Bengals receiver Chad Johnson told WSCR radio in Chicago that he could make either quarterback Rex Grossman or Kyle Orton into a superstar. Also says he can walk on ... Read More

Guru’s Featured Draft Prospect - QB Ricky Santos, New Hampshire

Wednesday January 30, 2008
Our very own NFL Draft guru, known appropriately as Guru, offers a special introducing you to the more unknowns of the draft, guys who may jump out after a good ... Read More

Super Bowl XLII Preview

Tuesday January 29, 2008
When looking at the two teams scheduled to participate in Super Bowl XLII, it’s obvious they took completely different routes in getting to the NFL championship. The New England Patriots, ... Read More

Sopranos 'Vito' Shows His Support for Giants

Friday January 25, 2008
Football fans, on a general basis, are crazy when it comes to their favorite team. It seems Joe Gannascoli ("Vito" from the Sopranos) has a little of that craziness ... Read More

Beginners, It's Not Too Late to Learn

Wednesday January 23, 2008
With the big game approaching, chances are you've been invited to a Super Bowl party or you're planning one yourself. But how much fun can you have if you ... Read More

A Blast from the Past

Sunday January 20, 2008
Which stadium was the first Super Bowl played in? Which city hosted the first Super Bowl north of the Mason-Dixon Line? Name the player who has played on ... Read More

Forecast for Sunday

Friday January 18, 2008
With this year's final four set to square off Sunday to determine the Super Bowl XLII participants, we've put together a brief preview of each contest: San Diego Chargers vs. New ... Read More

Championship Game Facts

Friday January 18, 2008
Some quick facts from the NFL regarding the conference championship games: The Patriots (17) and Chargers (13) have combined for 30 wins this year, including the playoffs, which ties them for ... Read More

Assault Complaint Against Pacman Dropped

Wednesday January 16, 2008
According to an Associated Press report, the assault complaint filed against suspended Tennessee Titans cornerback Pacman Jones has been withdrawn. Authorities in Georgia say Wanda S. Jackson, who accused ... Read More

Draft Content Updated

Wednesday January 16, 2008
The deadline for underclassmen to petition the NFL for early entry into the 2008 NFL Draft passed at midnight Tuesday night, and although the league won't be releasing the official ... Read More

Pacman Facing Charges Again

Tuesday January 15, 2008
According to WSB-TV in Atlanta, Tennessee Titans cornerback Pacman Jones is in trouble with the law again. Per the report, Jones allegedly punched a woman on January 3, and ... Read More

Get Your Popcorn Ready

Friday January 11, 2008
Heading into this year’s playoffs, the Dallas Cowboys, and specifically Tony Romo, are hoping to erase the painful memory of the way they lost to the Seattle Seahawks in the ... Read More

Can Chargers Beat Colts Without Help?

Thursday January 10, 2008
Back in November, the San Diego Chargers defeated the Indianapolis Colts, 23-21, but it took a career-high six interceptions by Peyton Manning and a missed 29-yard field goal by Adam ... Read More

Pats Run to Perfection Begins with Jacksonville

Wednesday January 9, 2008
The contest between the Jacksonville Jaguars and New England Patriots is perhaps the most anticipated match-up of the weekend, with the Pats trying to extend their unbeaten streak and the ... Read More

Packers-Seahawks Contest Features Favre-Holmgren Reunion

Wednesday January 9, 2008
Saturday’s NFC divisional playoff contest between the Seattle Seahawks and the Green Bay Packers features an interesting match-up between quarterback Brett Favre and his former mentor and head coach, Mike ... Read More

Gibbs Retiring from Redskins Again

Tuesday January 8, 2008
Washington Redskins head coach Joe Gibbs, the only man to win three Super Bowls with three different starting quarterbacks, is stepping down again following his second tenure with the team. ... Read More

LSU Wins BCS Championship

Monday January 7, 2008
Looking to erase memories of a poor showing in last year's BCS championship game loss to the Florida Gators, the Ohio State Buckeyes jumped out to a 10-0 lead over ... Read More

NFL Should Prohibit Bye-Week Interviews

Sunday January 6, 2008
In case you've missed it, rumors have been floating around over the past couple days indicating the Miami Dolphins have offered their vacant head coaching job to Dallas Cowboys offensive ... Read More

Handling Pressure Key for QBs in Bucs-Giants Contest

Friday January 4, 2008
Sunday’s NFC Wild-Card contest features a pair of teams in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Giants that are generally being overlooked. Neither is being given much ... Read More

Chargers Looking to Avoid Another First-Round Loss

Friday January 4, 2008
Winning a Super Bowl obviously is the ultimate goal for every team in this year’s playoff field, but for the San Diego Chargers, it’s all about getting past that first ... Read More

Can Steelers Overcome Injuries Against Physical Jaguars?

Thursday January 3, 2008
Just a few short weeks ago, the Pittsburgh Steelers appeared to be one of the few teams with a legitimate chance at upsetting the undefeated New England Patriots. But ... Read More

Redskins Riding Emotional Wave to Seattle

Wednesday January 2, 2008
Considering the tragedy the Washington Redskins incurred during the season with the death of safety Sean Taylor, they are the sentimental favorite for many in this year’s playoffs. And ... Read More

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