1. Why the Zone-Running Game Can Make Washington Redskins a Playoff Team in 2012

    If Mike Shanahan emphasizes his famous zone-running game as the focal point of his offense this season, the Redskins can be a playoff team...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 2,351 reads 12 comments

  2. St. Louis Rams Reportedly Give LB James Laurinaitis New 5-Year Deal

    According to NFL.com, the St. Louis Rams have handed a new five-year contract to their defensive leader, middle linebacker James Laurinaitis . The report indicates the deal will pay Laurinaitis close to $42...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 608 reads 1 comments

  3. How the Cleveland Browns Offense Can Exploit the Philadelphia Eagles Defense

    The Cleveland Browns ' young offense will be challenged at every level by a star-studded Philadelphia eagles defense during their 2012 NFL season-opener...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 1,332 reads 41 comments

  4. Why the St. Louis Rams Must Air It out Against the Detroit Lions Defense

    The St. Louis Rams may find it difficult to keep pace with the Detroit Lions , if they simply rely on a diet of heavy running...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 1,402 reads 10 comments

  5. How the Pittsburgh Steelers Can Spoil Peyton Manning's Denver Broncos Debut

    Stopping Peyton Manning requires a defense to create plenty of pressure, while still disguising its intent. Fortunately for the Pittsburgh Steelers , that's what they do best, after years operating a zone blitz scheme...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 4,083 reads 10 comments

  6. How the Washington Redskins Can Contain Drew Brees and the New Orleans Saints

    Most of the focus will be on the debut of Robert Griffin III when the Washington Redskins take on the New Orleans Saints Sunday. However, the real issue will be how the Redskins can stop Drew Brees and the high-powered Saints offense...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 1,719 reads 8 comments

  7. Rookie Quarterbacks Facing the Toughest Tests in Week 1

    Five rookie quarterbacks are preparing to make their NFL debuts this Sunday. For three of them, their first pro outings promise to be particularly tough...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 1,347 reads 1 comments

  8. 5 Best Cornerback-Wide Receiver Matchups of Week 1

    Darrelle Revis renewing hostilities with Stevie Johnson highlights the five best cornerback-wide receiver matchups from Week 1 of the 2012 NFL season. The rest include a prized free agent of the St...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 8 months ago 2,295 reads 6 comments

  9. Bruce Carter and Sean Lee Can Be 2012's Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman

    Dallas Cowboys inside linebackers Bruce Carter and Sean Lee have the potential to be the 2012 NFL season's version of Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 4,285 reads 13 comments

  10. New York Giants: Same Old Problems Lead to Defeat in 2012 NFL Season-Opener

    It may only be one game, but the New York Giants have to be concerned that, despite a new campaign, the same old problems doomed them to defeat in the 2012 NFL season opener against the Dallas Cowboys ...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 421 reads 2 comments

  11. 5 Players Who Sparked the Dallas Cowboys to Upset Win over New York Giants

    No surprise Tony Romo again shredded the New York Giants ' secondary. No surprise DeMarcus Ware chased Eli Manning all night and took him down on three sacks...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 1,274 reads 9 comments

  12. Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants: Predicting Winners of the Game's 4 Key Duels

    The 2012 NFL season opener between the Dallas Cowboys and New York Giants will likely be determined by four key duels, including the head-to-head between two star quarterbacks ...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 3,850 reads 13 comments

  13. Rookie Pass-Rushers Who Could Be This NFL Season's Aldon Smith

    In 2011, Aldon Smith propelled an already solid San Francisco 49ers defense to elite status. His pressure off the edge led to a 49ers' franchise record 14 sacks from a rookie...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 1,829 reads 9 comments

  14. Rookie Tight Ends Who Could Be This Season's Rob Gronkowski or Jimmy Graham

    Rob Gronkowksi and Jimmy Graham redefined the athletic requirements and statistical expectations for tight ends in 2011. Both broke the 1,000-yard receiving mark and established themselves as the most dangerous player on their respective offenses...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 6,366 reads 12 comments

  15. Talking Points from Arsenal's Emphatic 2-0 Away Win over Liverpool

    Arsene Wenger's faith and patience in his new-look team was rewarded by Sunday's emphatic 2-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 5,165 reads 70 comments

  16. Arsene Wenger Faces Dilemma Thanks to Per Mertesacker's Improved Arsenal Form

    Being able to welcome Laurent Koscielny back after a minor injury is obviously good news for Arsenal ...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 6,633 reads 54 comments

  17. Theo Walcott: Analyzing How Arsene Wenger Can Still Make Arsenal Forward a Star

    Theo Walcott remains an Arsenal player at the end of the transfer window. While this author doesn't really understand or particularly agree with Arsene Wenger 's decision to keep him, the fact is Walcott is still at the club...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 4,939 reads 32 comments

  18. Transfer Window: What Lack of Deadline Day Activity Means for Arsenal's Season

    A distinct lack of activity on the final day of the transfer window is likely to have several significant implications for Arsenal 's season...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 11,425 reads 238 comments

  19. Washington Redskins Might Trade for RB Steve Slaton After Cutting Tim Hightower

    According to NFL .com's Dan Hanzus, the Washington Redskins are considering a trade for Miami Dolphins running back Steve Slaton , following the release of Tim Hightower...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 5,506 reads 7 comments

  20. 3 Shock Playoff Contenders for the 2012 NFL Season

    Three NFL teams can defy the odds and expectations this season, not just by being better than advertised, but by putting together surprise playoff runs...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 4,448 reads 46 comments

  21. Arsenal Transfer Rumours: Nicklas Bendtner and Ju-Young Park Exiting?

    According to various reports, under-performing Arsenal strikers Nicklas Bendtner and Ju-Young Park are close to sealing loan moves away from the club...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 3,489 reads 13 comments

  22. 3 Danger Men Who Could Trouble Arsenal in UEFA Champions League Group B

    Arsenal headline Group B of the UEFA Champions League group stage. The Gunners were drawn along with Bundesliga club Schalke 04 , Greek giants Olympiacos and French Lique 1 winners Montpellier...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 4,738 reads 21 comments

  23. 8 Best Bargains Left on the NFL Free-Agent Market

    Even though the opening game of the 2012 NFL season is just six days away, teams still have time to find some useful bargains on the free-agent market...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 6,651 reads 28 comments

  24. Roy Helu Further Complicates Washington Redskins' RB Competition

    In the Washington Redskins ' final preseason game, Roy Helu managed to add to head coach Mike Shanahan's conundrum regarding the team's running back situation...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 6,364 reads 35 comments

  25. 6 Players Whose NFL Lives Will Be Decided in Preseason Week 4

    Three quarterbacks head the list of players whose NFL lives are set to be decided during the final week of preseason...

    James Dudko Written by James Dudko about 9 months ago 211 reads 1 comments