2015-02-18



Weekly, we take a look around the SB Nation family of NFL blogs. Here are the news stories and analysis they are discussing.

AFC EAST:

New England Patriots (via Pats Pulpit)

Armchair GM: What to do with Darrelle Revis? - Pats Pulpit
The Patriots' star cornerback is due a $12.5 million roster bonus on March 10; but will he get paid?

New York Jets (via Gang Green Nation)

Chris Johnson - Jets Pitched A Different Scenario - Gang Green Nation
Chris Johnson was on the Rich Eisen show following his release from the Jets and he had a few things to say about the situation.

Buffalo Bills (via Buffalo Rumblings)

Buffalo Bills send scouts to evaluate area turnstiles - Buffalo Rumblings
In need of a major offensive line renovation, the Buffalo Bills are exploring every avenue possible on the road to improvement.

AFC NORTH:

Baltimore Ravens (via Baltimore Beatdown)

Poll results: Ravens should honor Haloti Ngata's contract - Baltimore Beatdown
Even with cap constraints for the 2015 season, the majority of the Baltimore Beatdown community believes the Ravens should honor Ngata's contract.

Pittsburgh Steelers (via Behind the Steel Curtain)

Steelers 2015 depth chart: Young Steelers receivers enhance strength of team - Behind the Steel Curtain
Everything starts and ends with Antonio Brown but the depth the Steelers have been building at the wide receiver positions is impressive. Expect a big year from them in 2015.

Cincinnati Bengals (via Cincy Jungle)

Hey Marv, Lay Off Of The Projects This Year, Will Ya? - Cincy Jungle
Since becoming the Bengals' head coach in 2003, Marvin Lewis has loved his pet projects -- those he wants to transform into All-Pro players. Unfortunately, he hasn't succeeded in that capacity for the most part.

Cleveland Browns (via Dawgs By Nature)

Explaining Why the Cleveland Browns Should Use the Franchise Tag on TE Jordan Cameron - Dawgs By Nature
The Cleveland Browns have ten unrestricted free agents this year. Let's take a look at the five most important players in that lot to see how much it would cost to utilize the franchise tag on them.

AFC SOUTH:

Houston Texans (via Battle Red Blog)

The Houston Texans' Mount Rushmore - Battle Red Blog
It's Presidents' Day, so why not decide who would be etched into stone as one of the Texans' all-time greats?

Tennessee Titans (via Music City Miracles)

NFL Draft rumors: Tennessee Titans not interested in quarterbacks? - Music City Miracles
More good news for Leonard Williams fans.

Jacksonville Jaguars (via Big Cat Country)

Should the Jaguars pursue Greg Hardy in free agency? - Big Cat Country
Greg Hardy's domestic violence re-trial has been dismissed, so does this mean the Jaguars should pursue him in free agency?

Indianapolis Colts (via Stampede Blue)

Agent: Robert Mathis Has Not Had a Setback, Hopes to Join Colts for OTAs - Stampede Blue
In response to a report this weekend saying that Colts OLB Robert Mathis had suffered a "slight setback" in his recovery, Mathis' agent, Hadley Engelhard, said that no such setback has occurred and that Mathis hopes to be ready for OTAs.

AFC WEST:

Denver Broncos (via Mile High Report)

Broncos free agent receiver Wes Welker tells reporter he wants to play "two more" seasons - Mile High Report
Despite multiple concussions, Wes Welker plans to return to football in 2015.

San Diego Chargers (via Bolts from the Blue)

Chargers Make Clear Who's Holding the Stadium Cards - Bolts From The Blue
The Chargers released a very long statement as their opening salvo with the San Diego Stadium Advisory Group. It was about as optimistic as a jilted spouse whose partner promises never to do this again.

Oakland Raiders (via Silver and Black Pride)

Study suggests Derek Carr is not Raiders long term answer at quarterback - Silver And Black Pride
There has been a lot of optimism surrounding Derek Carr following his 2014 rookie season. Much of that is from the fans who for the most part were optimistic all along. The numbers Carr put up did...

Kansas City Chiefs (via Arrowhead Pride)

NFL free agency: What if the Chiefs signed Terrance Knighton? - Arrowhead Pride
The soon-to-be former Broncos DT could help stop the run.

NFC EAST:

New York Giants (via Big Blue View)

New York Giants Potential Free-Agent Target: Jeron Johnson, S, Seattle Seahawks - Big Blue View
An under-the-radar young player stuck behind Kam Chancellor and Earl Thomas, Johnson sounds like the kind of player GM Jerry Reese has gone after in the past. What do you think, Giants fans?

Philadelphia Eagles (via Bleeding Green Nation)

Eagles safety Nate Allen arrested in Florida, according to report [UPDATE] - Bleeding Green Nation
The Eagles safety is in trouble.

Dallas Cowboys (via Blogging the Boys)

Why The Dallas Cowboys Could Draft A Running Back In The First Round - Blogging The Boys
A look at how recent drafting strategy could make taking Melvin Gordon or Todd Gurley the best fit for the Cowboys in the first round.

Washington Redskins (via Hogs Haven)

Time to Turn the Page? - Hogs Haven
Should the Redskins trade Robert Griffin III this offseason? Mike Harar thinks it might be the best move at this point.

NFC NORTH:

Green Bay Packers (via Acme Packing Company)

Packers Cut Brandon Bostick: Tight end tweets that his time in Green Bay is over - Acme Packing Company
The young tight end tweeted Monday that his Packers career has come to an end.

Detroit Lions (via Pride of Detroit)

Franchise tag window opens for Lions and Ndamukong Suh - Pride Of Detroit
The window for the Detroit Lions to place the franchise tag on Ndamukong Suh is officially open. Should the Lions franchise him?

Chicago Bears (via Windy City Gridiron)

Chicago Bears free agency target: Brandon Graham - Windy City Gridiron
The Bears need to rebuild their defense and will dip into free agency and the draft to do so. Is Eagles young pass rusher Graham an option?

Minnesota Vikings (via Daily Norseman)

Let's Examine Trader Rick's Draft Success - Daily Norseman
It's draft season, so let's review the past 3 drafts Spielman has had as a full-time GM. The analysis methods are at best questionable. CCNorseman will probably cry.

NFC SOUTH:

New Orleans Saints (via Canal Street Chronicles)

Morstead, other Saints Players accused of "Greasing the Poles" in New Orleans - Canal Street Chronicles
It could be another long offseason for Saints fans.

Atlanta Falcons (via The Falcoholic)

Thomas Dimitroff: Atlanta Falcons draft board formulation began 14 months ago - The Falcoholic
Fact: Thomas Dimitroff's hair is a suspect in at least 10 unsolved murders

Carolina Panthers (via Cat Scratch Reader)

Should the Panthers Trade for Matt Kalil? - Cat Scratch Reader
Though the Vikings have not indicated they would be willing to trade the #4 pick from the 2012 draft, should the Panthers still make an inquiry? Help me decide what to offer the Vikings in this make believe scenario.

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