2008 nfl-preseason Stories - The Falcoholic
Chargers 20 - 49ers 17: Thank you for not kicking the field goal
Well, that was certainly an interesting ending to the game. After a relatively bland first 3+ quarters, the game reached a fevered pitch in the final two minutes following a Robert Ortiz fumble on a punt return (thank you for playing Mr. Ortiz, you may have cost yourself some parting gifts). The...
Manning practices again, Saturday out 6-11 weeks depending on options
We'll go bad news first. Bottom line, if Jeff Saturday opts to not have surgery on his strained MCL, he's back in 6 weeks, maybe. If he does opt for surgery, he's back in 11 weeks. That means he'll likely be back in time for the San Diego game on 11/13, or the post Thanksgiving game on 11/30, which...
Pre-Season Open Thread: Atlanta Falcons at Baltimore Ravens
The pre-season will end after tonight, after the Falcons crush the Ravens and ride a big wave into the season. Look for guys on the roster bubble to get a ton of playing time tonight, led by D.J. Shockley at quarterback. Above all, have fun out there. Let's start this off right, after the jump. ...
Steve Justice, Gijon Robinson, Pierre Garcon, and other depth jewels
When will Jeff Saturday return?Photo: Reuters It's hard to get jazzed about an upcoming season when players are dropping like flies left and right. And it seems every year we get yet another article bemoaning the state of preseason. I personally take a different approach to...
Denver Broncos @ Arizona Cardinals; Through the Years
For thoughts on the game from a Cardinals perspective, visit Revenge of the Birds!! The pickin's for great games through the years were slim to say the least. Since our first match up with the Cardinals in 1973 ended in a tie, the Broncos are undefeated against the Cardinals in the regular...
Peyton Manning practices, looks good
From Phil B: Peyton Manning practiced today. And I saw him. And he looked like the same, old Peyton in some throwing drills, dropping back, running out a fake off a pitch. And he wasn't wearing a knee brace on either knee. Also, from Phil B: Before I rush off, here's one other thing for...
Roster cuts: T.J. Rushing to IR, and done for the year
T.J. Rushing had a strong camp and was solidifying himself as the Colts' kick and punt returner. However, he got injured in the game last Sunday with the Bills, and he was placed on IR, ending his season. TE Zac Herold was also placed on IR. tough break for both, especially T.J. He made big strides...
In defense of Quinn Gray
At least Quinn Gray is trying to do something with the football.Photo: Colts.com I know it is fashionable to take shots at a guy who throws 4 INTs in a preseason game. In fact, it's downright easy, and almost not worth even blogging about. What's hard is defending someone who...
John Clayton: Jeff Saturday out until Week Three with leg injury
From John Clayton's ESPN "blog": The bad news is he probably won't have his starting center Jeff Saturday. Saturday suffered a leg injury in Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills and could be out a few weeks into the regular season. Seventh-round pick Jamey Richard might be used as the starter...
49ers Injury Update
As we approach the last game of the preseason, it's all about keeping guys healthy. The 49ers have done fairly well in keeping healthy (KNOCK ON WOOD) and they're taking serious precautions this Friday against San Diego. The first-team units will apparently only play a series or so. Of course,...
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