Congratulations to the NFL’s First Female Coach, Jen Welter! As I sit in the living room of a player (and his wife) who was a famous part of my draft history, a story comes across the TV screen about The Arizona Cardinals hiring an assistant LB coach as an intern for the summer. I didn’t know why that was newsworthy until […]
Welcome to the NFL, Jen! Read More »
The Narrative 4 players walked away from their NFL careers the past 2 weeks without being cut. Of course all the news stations that rarely cover sports are jumping on this as “the end of the NFL and football!” The Truth I beg to differ with their conclusions. Each one of these is different and unique on its own. Patrick
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What an amazing Super Bowl! It lived up to all the hype and ended up with the most questionable call that cost the Seattle Seahawks the victory. I’m no Patriot fan but I do believe the greatness of Tom Brady was on display in that game, but especially the fourth quarter, bringing the Patriots from 10 points down against the
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Football 101 For Women has been around for 20 years at the University of Colorado. It’s marketed to women–hence the title. Colorado head coach Mike MacIntyre and his staff teach the3-hour, voluntary, interactive clinic with meetings, film study, and skill stations, and the cost is $50. Many colleges offer the same course. Suddenly, one woman, who graduated in 2002 and apparently
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Today we get watch what are considered 2 great defenses, the SF 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks. But upon further examination what a difference in the make-up of the players! The SF 49ers defense is built from great drafting of their top pick or signing others- 7 of their starters were Number 1 picks, 3 3rd round picks and one
NFC Championships: 2 Great Defenses, but Very Different. Read More »
The New York Jets Defense scored today! The Jets started the game with a beautiful drive, taking the lead over the Patriots 7-0. Marching down the field again, it looked like a minimum of 3 but maybe another 7. Then, the dreaded Pick 6 going 80 yards the opposite way. In the past, that was our recipe for continued disaster
Big Win Against the Patriots! Read More »
A total team victory – offense, defense, and special teams last night on Monday Night Football defeating the Atlanta Falcons! This was a game on the “big stage” for rookie QB Geno Smith and his composure was startling. He always walks slowly onto the field with the same expression and after scoring still doesn’t call attention to himself. Totally refreshing and unusual
Oh Happy Tuesday – Nothing Like an Improbable Jets Victory! Read More »
Well….. 8 Sacks, a RB going for 150 yards and a QB throwing for over 300 yards – sounds like an easy victory, right? But not with my Jets, they drain me of all energy and bring it down to the last possession. The New York Jets needed this victory or falling to 1-2 when Miami and New England are
Jets Beat Bills With Defensive Brilliance and the Deep Ball Read More »
Today’s Jets-Buffalo game is being covered on TV as the Geno Smith vs. EJ Manuel Bowl, but I’m looking at it as Rex Ryan vs. Mike Pettine instead. EJ Manuel was taken before Geno (1st vs. 2nd round) and the Buffalo Bills have a definite advantage in their players at the skill positions, so if the Jets defense can rise
Connie’s Pep Talk: Week 3 – Jets vs Bills Read More »
Last night I had a chance to put my football knowledge to work. I had been invited by Broward Health in Weston Florida to be one of two featured speakers dealing with Food, Fitness, and Football. Football 101 for women in a 30-40 minute time frame – so I had to pick what I felt were the toughest parts of
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