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Gutsy or insane? Depends on the outcome of tough calls
Read full article: Gutsy or insane? Depends on the outcome of tough calls“My coaches were on board, they all did a great job with the spot, with the calls, everything — they were spot-on. It was a great job.”That play is part of a pick-6 of great jobs — and great flops — with gutsy calls. PHILLY SPECIALThe Eagles led New England by three points approaching halftime in the Super Bowl for the 2017 season. Philadelphia went on to win its first Super Bowl. The Packers then won their second Super Bowl.
Freeman, Miller, Thomas among big NFL names still unsigned
Read full article: Freeman, Miller, Thomas among big NFL names still unsignedFreeman is still unsigned as Week 1 of the NFL season begins. Several familiar names and players on roster bubbles took turns on the unemployment line with some finding new jobs. Adrian Peterson was cut last week by Washington, but quickly landed in Detroit. Here's a look at notable available players at each position:QUARTERBACKSBlake Bortles, Cody Kessler, DeShone Kizer, Trevor Siemian, Drew Stanton. WIDE RECEIVERSAntonio Brown, Dez Bryant, Mohamed Sanu, Hakeem Butler, Quincy Enunwa, Chester Rogers, Demaryius Thomas, Jermaine Kearse, Ryan Grant, Jordan Matthews, Laquon Treadwell.
Detroit Lions drop preseason opener in lackluster showing: What does it mean?
Read full article: Detroit Lions drop preseason opener in lackluster showing: What does it mean?DETROIT, MI - AUGUST 8: Trey Flowers #90, Eric Lee #55 and Jahlani Tavai #51 of the Detroit Lions line up during the preseason game against the New England Patriots at Ford Field on August 8, 2019 in Detroit, Michigan. It was just an exhibition and most of the Lions starters didnt play -- or barely played. It doesnt inspire confidence, especially when there has been a narrative that the Lions have some good depth on their roster. The offensive line didnt look good at all, giving up nine sacks. On the other side of the ball, the Lions defensive line couldnt get any pressure at all.