The Cincinnati Bengals might be the most frustrating team in the NFL. I wrote last week about how the Baltimore Ravens weren't a lock for the Super Bowl and that they might not even win the division because the Bengals are that damn good. Then they go and screw things up by bringing in Terrell Owens. Kevin McAillister can sum it up for me... buzz's girlfriend.. woof.
I thought the Bengals had a lot of promise after they made the playoffs last year getting Antwan Odom back and Rey Maualuga getting better. They also had a pretty good draft and adding Antonio Bryant/Jordan Shipley made their passing offense much better than that 26th rank from last year. Then T.O. has to come into the picture and ruin things like Nexus in the WWE (best idea in awhile by the way).
I have never been on the T.O. bandwagon because he is a headcase. Not like Chad OchoCinco who is more of an entertainer but never really damages the team like Owens has done so many times before. Tell me which team has left missing Owens? None of them. Nobody wants the guy around after awhile because he is a big baby and everything has to be about him.
People are going to spin this in the direction of that Ocho can reel this guy in and get his head straight. I will believe it when I see it, he doesn't make the offense any better and Cedric Benson will have an off year, just don't see him able to keep it up. Owens and Ocho will not be as close as friends by the end of the year. It reminds me of when you and your best friend want to live together in college because "all we will do is rage and bone chicks without any drama due to the fact that we are bros." Then things can get ugly between the two for a variety of reasons. This same will happen with T.O and Ocho.
I cannot believe I saw a couple people excited about this, I love Chad but Owens will not make him better nor improve their team by more than one win. He will show up when he wants to and will blow up like a Fourth of July firework display. But just like Favre, we will shrug it off because all of us know it's just T.O. destroying another franchise.
-Charlie.
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Ramblings From the Wild Card Weekend
I am going to separate post about the Packer-Cardinal game because it needs it but I do not want to forget about the rest of the games. Therefore I am just going to give you guys a bunch of quick hitters of the three games and I think for the first time in years, I watched all the games plus I have grown closer to the NFL this year.
Jets 24 Bengals 14
-Joe Theismann is still allowed to be a color guy? My goodness was him, Tom Hammond, and Joe Gibbs just awful. I like Hammond, he does a great job with Notre Dame Football calls but he seemed so uncomfortable with the two former Redskins.
-Darrelle Revis is an absolute monster. I haven't watched that many games of the New York Jets but he is honestly the best cover corner in the league right now, better than Charles Woodson (Chuck does so much more on the field in terms of the run, zone coverage, other stuff). Look at the roll call of the guys he has shut down.
-Mark Sanchez, probably the one guy I am the happiest for because I enjoyed watching him at USC and I think he has the moxy to be a great quarterback. He got a lot of help from the running attack of Shonn Greene (awesome game too) and Thomas Jones.
-The offensive line of the Jets is seriously underrated; the best in the league that I have seen this year and that can propel their chances to continue.
-Carson Palmer, were you alive out there? Theismann could have done a better job out there
Dallas 34 Philadelphia 14
-The Cowboys impressed the most out of anybody this weekend. I thought they played the toughest out of any team and they look dangerous headed into the next few rounds.
-I think the one thing happened to the Eagles and it's simple: People figured out the game plan on DeSean Jackson and LeSean McCoy isn't doing much as a running back. McNabb just seemed lost out there, which is something we have grown acustomed to in years past.
-There wasn't much that stood out to me, just a dominating performance by Boys'. Like I said, they look damn good.
Baltimore 33 New England 14
-I thought there was no way this would be a blowout either way. I didn't trust the Ravens and I thought before Wes Welker went out with an injury, I thought the Pats were a sneaky Super Bowl pick. Ray Rice opening TD proved me wrong
-The Ravens got lucky that the officiating was so loose, big key for them and if that happens again in Indy look out.
-Ray Rice in my mind is a top ten running back and could be in that top five realm come next year. He has power/speed. Rice could be the difference maker of this playoffs.
- I would like to call this end of the Patriot Dynasty, I think Bill Belichick isn't the same coach he was a couple years ago. I cannot explain it but with the Jets getting better, the Dolphins are still young, and the Bills get the right coach, the AFC East becomes very dangerous.
Charlie.
Jets 24 Bengals 14
-Joe Theismann is still allowed to be a color guy? My goodness was him, Tom Hammond, and Joe Gibbs just awful. I like Hammond, he does a great job with Notre Dame Football calls but he seemed so uncomfortable with the two former Redskins.
-Darrelle Revis is an absolute monster. I haven't watched that many games of the New York Jets but he is honestly the best cover corner in the league right now, better than Charles Woodson (Chuck does so much more on the field in terms of the run, zone coverage, other stuff). Look at the roll call of the guys he has shut down.
-Mark Sanchez, probably the one guy I am the happiest for because I enjoyed watching him at USC and I think he has the moxy to be a great quarterback. He got a lot of help from the running attack of Shonn Greene (awesome game too) and Thomas Jones.
-The offensive line of the Jets is seriously underrated; the best in the league that I have seen this year and that can propel their chances to continue.
-Carson Palmer, were you alive out there? Theismann could have done a better job out there
Dallas 34 Philadelphia 14
-The Cowboys impressed the most out of anybody this weekend. I thought they played the toughest out of any team and they look dangerous headed into the next few rounds.
-I think the one thing happened to the Eagles and it's simple: People figured out the game plan on DeSean Jackson and LeSean McCoy isn't doing much as a running back. McNabb just seemed lost out there, which is something we have grown acustomed to in years past.
-There wasn't much that stood out to me, just a dominating performance by Boys'. Like I said, they look damn good.
Baltimore 33 New England 14
-I thought there was no way this would be a blowout either way. I didn't trust the Ravens and I thought before Wes Welker went out with an injury, I thought the Pats were a sneaky Super Bowl pick. Ray Rice opening TD proved me wrong
-The Ravens got lucky that the officiating was so loose, big key for them and if that happens again in Indy look out.
-Ray Rice in my mind is a top ten running back and could be in that top five realm come next year. He has power/speed. Rice could be the difference maker of this playoffs.
- I would like to call this end of the Patriot Dynasty, I think Bill Belichick isn't the same coach he was a couple years ago. I cannot explain it but with the Jets getting better, the Dolphins are still young, and the Bills get the right coach, the AFC East becomes very dangerous.
Charlie.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Wildcard Picks
I know you have been waiting for this and also wondering why I didn't get the college basketball picks in time (big time sports day yesterday). I will be doing the picks of the games today and tomorrow, if you forgot last year I went a straight 1-3 to start of the year. So here is hoping that things will be better.
5. NY Jets at 4. Cincinnati Bengals- I think the Jets are coming into this game way too overconfident with Rex Ryan blabbering about how they are "the best team" and "should be favored." Somebody tell Rex that he has a rookie quarterback who has been know to be unstable in games. I understand why people like the Jets with Darrelle Revis and their rushing attack. I think this is a close game and because of the experience of Carson Palmer will be the difference today. CIN 23-17
6. Philadelphia at 3. Dallas- My dad always told me "Charlie it's tough to beat a team three times." I always remember that when I am watching games or picking games. I really like what the Cowboys are doing in the last couple days and seem to be that team thats getting hot at the right time. Tony Romo has to prove himself in the playoffs now, he did in December but still is unproven in the playoffs. Philadelphia beat teams they were supposed to but played poorly against playoff teams, not a good sign. I think they have the game plan for DeSean Jackson who is their home run hitter on offense. DAL 24-13
6. Baltimore at 3. New England- I don't know what it is about the Ravens but I hate watching them. A lot like Sanchez, I do not trust in Joe Flacco and if the Ravens fall behind early, they have to rely on Flacco. The Patriots although are a completely different team without Wes Welker who is the number one security blanket in the NFL and you have to expect a lot of double teams on Randy Moss. I think their defense will prevail in this game and trust me, this one will be an ugly one. NE 17-9
5. Green Bay at 4. Arizona- The Packers head into a familiar place in the Desert where they have played well in the first two games and Aaron Rodgers seemed very comfortable as well. Basically the same stuff we have been saying about the Packers, need to keep Rodgers protected, get pressure on Kurt Warner, and good secondary play. I think they can do all three and Clay Matthews will be the player of this game, watch out for him. Plus the NFL Network is reporting that Anquan Boldin is out for the game, which is a huge injury. I think the Pack show their teeth in this one. GB 31-20
-Charlie.
5. NY Jets at 4. Cincinnati Bengals- I think the Jets are coming into this game way too overconfident with Rex Ryan blabbering about how they are "the best team" and "should be favored." Somebody tell Rex that he has a rookie quarterback who has been know to be unstable in games. I understand why people like the Jets with Darrelle Revis and their rushing attack. I think this is a close game and because of the experience of Carson Palmer will be the difference today. CIN 23-17
6. Philadelphia at 3. Dallas- My dad always told me "Charlie it's tough to beat a team three times." I always remember that when I am watching games or picking games. I really like what the Cowboys are doing in the last couple days and seem to be that team thats getting hot at the right time. Tony Romo has to prove himself in the playoffs now, he did in December but still is unproven in the playoffs. Philadelphia beat teams they were supposed to but played poorly against playoff teams, not a good sign. I think they have the game plan for DeSean Jackson who is their home run hitter on offense. DAL 24-13
6. Baltimore at 3. New England- I don't know what it is about the Ravens but I hate watching them. A lot like Sanchez, I do not trust in Joe Flacco and if the Ravens fall behind early, they have to rely on Flacco. The Patriots although are a completely different team without Wes Welker who is the number one security blanket in the NFL and you have to expect a lot of double teams on Randy Moss. I think their defense will prevail in this game and trust me, this one will be an ugly one. NE 17-9
5. Green Bay at 4. Arizona- The Packers head into a familiar place in the Desert where they have played well in the first two games and Aaron Rodgers seemed very comfortable as well. Basically the same stuff we have been saying about the Packers, need to keep Rodgers protected, get pressure on Kurt Warner, and good secondary play. I think they can do all three and Clay Matthews will be the player of this game, watch out for him. Plus the NFL Network is reporting that Anquan Boldin is out for the game, which is a huge injury. I think the Pack show their teeth in this one. GB 31-20
-Charlie.
Sunday, January 3, 2010
Week 17 Picks: MIA
I will get to the Gilbert Arenas story on Monday with a couple other NBA things and will start doing NCAA picks during the week plus on the weekend since they into conference play.
I really felt uninspired to write a picks post because honestly most of these games do not matter to teams and they want to lose to get a higher draft pick at least in my opinion. If I am team knowing I will not make the playoffs and I believe my job will be back for next season, everyone gets time oThe other game thff into the next season. Although, I would argue that some coaches and teams would like to play the role of spoliers if they are given the oppertunity.
In the two or three big games this afternoon/night, I think that Philadelphia beats Dallas, it's going to be a close game but the Eagles have had success against the Cowboys in Dallas plus I really do not believe the Cowboys have a cornerback to cover DeSean Jackson, he will have a huge game today. Don't expect a blowout though, Tony Romo will play tough and the Cowboys lose on a final drive. PHI 27-24
The game that seems to be everyone's upset is Oakland and Baltimore, I also like the Raiders in the spolier role because they have risen up to te occasion on more than once against really good teams. I am still not convinced that the Ravens are that good of a team, they are the most undisplinced team in the NFL and Joe Flacco looks average at best. I see it as a defensive struggle with the Mitch Pratts hitting a FG for the win. OAK 13-10
The last game of the day between Cincinnati and the New York Jets could have some importance but if New England were to lose to Houston (currently tied in the third) then the game doesn't matter whatsoever. The Bengals have the tie-breaker and I think they would rather play Denver again then the Jets in back-to-back weeks if they win. The Jets break their fans hearts every year and its going to be freezing in the big city where Mark Sanchez has 1 TD 8 INTs in cold weather this year... not good. CINCY 21-13
-Charlie.
I really felt uninspired to write a picks post because honestly most of these games do not matter to teams and they want to lose to get a higher draft pick at least in my opinion. If I am team knowing I will not make the playoffs and I believe my job will be back for next season, everyone gets time oThe other game thff into the next season. Although, I would argue that some coaches and teams would like to play the role of spoliers if they are given the oppertunity.
In the two or three big games this afternoon/night, I think that Philadelphia beats Dallas, it's going to be a close game but the Eagles have had success against the Cowboys in Dallas plus I really do not believe the Cowboys have a cornerback to cover DeSean Jackson, he will have a huge game today. Don't expect a blowout though, Tony Romo will play tough and the Cowboys lose on a final drive. PHI 27-24
The game that seems to be everyone's upset is Oakland and Baltimore, I also like the Raiders in the spolier role because they have risen up to te occasion on more than once against really good teams. I am still not convinced that the Ravens are that good of a team, they are the most undisplinced team in the NFL and Joe Flacco looks average at best. I see it as a defensive struggle with the Mitch Pratts hitting a FG for the win. OAK 13-10
The last game of the day between Cincinnati and the New York Jets could have some importance but if New England were to lose to Houston (currently tied in the third) then the game doesn't matter whatsoever. The Bengals have the tie-breaker and I think they would rather play Denver again then the Jets in back-to-back weeks if they win. The Jets break their fans hearts every year and its going to be freezing in the big city where Mark Sanchez has 1 TD 8 INTs in cold weather this year... not good. CINCY 21-13
-Charlie.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
R.I.P. Chris Henry
As most of you know by now if you watch sports that Chris Henry, the wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals has passed away from head injuries suffered from falling out of pick up truck.
I am saddened by this because Henry was only 26 years old and he was a guy that slowly getting his life back together. He would have been considered in the same conversation as PacMan Jones a couple years ago and then the light turned on for Henry figuring out how to be a better person. He also before injury looked like the most electrifying player on the Bengals.
I already was a fan of the Bengals, thanks to Hard Knocks over the summer but I am now pulling for them even more in the AFC. I want to see them do it for Chris and Defensive Coordinator Mike Zimmer's late wife. I hope they come out inspired and play a great game against the San Diego Chargers.
In addition, I wish Roger Goodell would accept Ocho Cinco's request to wear the #15 jersey. That would be a great tribute to Chris. R.I.P.
-Charlie.
I am saddened by this because Henry was only 26 years old and he was a guy that slowly getting his life back together. He would have been considered in the same conversation as PacMan Jones a couple years ago and then the light turned on for Henry figuring out how to be a better person. He also before injury looked like the most electrifying player on the Bengals.
I already was a fan of the Bengals, thanks to Hard Knocks over the summer but I am now pulling for them even more in the AFC. I want to see them do it for Chris and Defensive Coordinator Mike Zimmer's late wife. I hope they come out inspired and play a great game against the San Diego Chargers.
In addition, I wish Roger Goodell would accept Ocho Cinco's request to wear the #15 jersey. That would be a great tribute to Chris. R.I.P.
-Charlie.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
NFL Daily: See Ya Later Jauron and LJ Lands in Cincy
Once again I am taking the easy way out by doing two articles in one because I can get things done quicker. Trust me, you will enjoy it better than watching twenty-fours of basketball. Although if I have nothing to do next year, I am writing a complete blog about 24 hours of watching college basketball, I do not know if I can do it though.
T.O. Takes out Another Coach- I probably shouldn't take this one on T.O. because this isn't his fault. I think management for the Buffalo Bills have been awful in the past five years and bringing guys like Trent Edwards as your starting quarterback. The Bills who were a great franchise in the 90s are now a hapless franchise needing a quarterback. Honestly, trade up and get Jimmy Clausen if he comes out. I think that would be awesome solution to their problems. In addition, if they bring in a guy like Mike Shanahan they could become a contender in a couple of years probably without T.O.
Larry Johnson, now a Bengal- I honestly didn't know what to think about this one for multiple reasons. If this works, they have a SCARY 1-2 punch when Cedric Benson is healthy again and it makes them closer to being a Super Bowl Contender. But he could be a distraction and ruin team chemistry leading the team to struggles in the second half. Adam Schefter reported earlier this week via Twitter that if LJ becomes a problem, they could release him like fish on a string. I think it works out and makes the Bengals that much more of a contender.
-Charlie.
T.O. Takes out Another Coach- I probably shouldn't take this one on T.O. because this isn't his fault. I think management for the Buffalo Bills have been awful in the past five years and bringing guys like Trent Edwards as your starting quarterback. The Bills who were a great franchise in the 90s are now a hapless franchise needing a quarterback. Honestly, trade up and get Jimmy Clausen if he comes out. I think that would be awesome solution to their problems. In addition, if they bring in a guy like Mike Shanahan they could become a contender in a couple of years probably without T.O.
Larry Johnson, now a Bengal- I honestly didn't know what to think about this one for multiple reasons. If this works, they have a SCARY 1-2 punch when Cedric Benson is healthy again and it makes them closer to being a Super Bowl Contender. But he could be a distraction and ruin team chemistry leading the team to struggles in the second half. Adam Schefter reported earlier this week via Twitter that if LJ becomes a problem, they could release him like fish on a string. I think it works out and makes the Bengals that much more of a contender.
-Charlie.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Ocho Headed for the Lambeau Crowd... Child Please
If you do not know what Child Please is, I demand you look up what Chad Ochocinco said on Hard Knocks this season. Also that title is no disrespect to Chad, I just wanted to use it when I was talking about him. I am also attempting to tweet him this article to see if he was a response for us.
If you didnt hear today, Chad Ochocinco said at his press conference that he will be doing a Lambeau Leap next weekend if he scores a touchdown. He believes that Packer fans will accept him into the stands and hold him up there. Uhhh.....
I love Ocho, I think he is a hell of a ball player and I really do not think the stunts he pulls distracts his team. Like he has said, I haven't got a DUI or Ocho doesn't drink at all. If he just went out and did his job without the antics like Larry Fitzgerald, he would be herald as this leader of wide receivers in the NFL. Chad is beast out there and I laugh at most of his antics.
But I do warn him about heading into the Lambeau stands. All he should remember the time he headed into the Dawg Pound and got blessed with a beer shower. The other time would be when the Leap started to become popular, Robert Brooks then Green Bay Packer who headed into the stands of the Metrodome ending up with a broken jaw from a fan that punched him. Now I would like to think Green Bay is classier than that but you never know with fans.
I hope he does it just because it will add something to the game. Hopefully that's the Bengals and his only touchdown for the day.
-Charlie.
If you didnt hear today, Chad Ochocinco said at his press conference that he will be doing a Lambeau Leap next weekend if he scores a touchdown. He believes that Packer fans will accept him into the stands and hold him up there. Uhhh.....
I love Ocho, I think he is a hell of a ball player and I really do not think the stunts he pulls distracts his team. Like he has said, I haven't got a DUI or Ocho doesn't drink at all. If he just went out and did his job without the antics like Larry Fitzgerald, he would be herald as this leader of wide receivers in the NFL. Chad is beast out there and I laugh at most of his antics.
But I do warn him about heading into the Lambeau stands. All he should remember the time he headed into the Dawg Pound and got blessed with a beer shower. The other time would be when the Leap started to become popular, Robert Brooks then Green Bay Packer who headed into the stands of the Metrodome ending up with a broken jaw from a fan that punched him. Now I would like to think Green Bay is classier than that but you never know with fans.
I hope he does it just because it will add something to the game. Hopefully that's the Bengals and his only touchdown for the day.
-Charlie.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
NFL Preview: AFC East/AFC North
Now we move on to the AFC who is proving to be more top heavy than Pamala Anderson in her prime. They have about four to five really good teams but no real parody at all inside the league. Anyways here we go...
AFC East
1. New England Patriots- Key Players: QB Tom Brady WR Randy Moss LB Jared Mayo Key Games- at/vs NY Jets (9/20, 11/22) vs. Baltimore (10/4) vs. Tennessee (10/18) vs/at Miami (11/8, 12/6) at Indianapolis (11/15) at New Orleans (11/30) Outlook- No reason for me not to believe that they will be the best in the East with Brady back. Their defense is a bit shaky but their offense can handle that.
2. Miami Dolphins- Key Players: RB Ronnie Brown, LB Channing Crowder, LB Joey Porter Key Games: at Indianapolis (9/21) vs/at NY Jets (10/12, 11/1) vs. New Orleans (10/25) at/vs New England (11/8, 12/6) at Tennessee (12/20) vs. Pittsburgh (1/3) Outlook- The Phins have a reasonable schedule and you wonder how good Chad Pennington can be this year after a magical season ago. They will fall short of the playoffs but finish second.
3. New York Jets- Key Players: RB Thomas Jones LB David Harris QB Mark Sanchez Key Games- vs./at New England (9/20 11/22) at Tennessee (9/27) at New Orleans (10/4) at/vs. Miami (10/12, 11/1) at Indianapolis (12/27) Outlook- I think Sanchez couldnt have asked for a worst start to his career with all the tough games at the beginning but I think they go on a big run possibly pushing a Wild Card spot late.
4. Buffalo Bills- Key Players: RB Marshawn Lynch WR Terrell Owens S Donte Whitner Key Games- at/vs New England (9/14, 12/20) vs. New Orleans (9/27) at Tennessee (11/15) vs. Indianapolis (1/3) Outlook- I think it will be a rough year for TO and the boys with him already not liking the offense plus dealing without Lynch for 3 weeks.
AFC East
1. New England Patriots- Key Players: QB Tom Brady WR Randy Moss LB Jared Mayo Key Games- at/vs NY Jets (9/20, 11/22) vs. Baltimore (10/4) vs. Tennessee (10/18) vs/at Miami (11/8, 12/6) at Indianapolis (11/15) at New Orleans (11/30) Outlook- No reason for me not to believe that they will be the best in the East with Brady back. Their defense is a bit shaky but their offense can handle that.
2. Miami Dolphins- Key Players: RB Ronnie Brown, LB Channing Crowder, LB Joey Porter Key Games: at Indianapolis (9/21) vs/at NY Jets (10/12, 11/1) vs. New Orleans (10/25) at/vs New England (11/8, 12/6) at Tennessee (12/20) vs. Pittsburgh (1/3) Outlook- The Phins have a reasonable schedule and you wonder how good Chad Pennington can be this year after a magical season ago. They will fall short of the playoffs but finish second.
3. New York Jets- Key Players: RB Thomas Jones LB David Harris QB Mark Sanchez Key Games- vs./at New England (9/20 11/22) at Tennessee (9/27) at New Orleans (10/4) at/vs. Miami (10/12, 11/1) at Indianapolis (12/27) Outlook- I think Sanchez couldnt have asked for a worst start to his career with all the tough games at the beginning but I think they go on a big run possibly pushing a Wild Card spot late.
4. Buffalo Bills- Key Players: RB Marshawn Lynch WR Terrell Owens S Donte Whitner Key Games- at/vs New England (9/14, 12/20) vs. New Orleans (9/27) at Tennessee (11/15) vs. Indianapolis (1/3) Outlook- I think it will be a rough year for TO and the boys with him already not liking the offense plus dealing without Lynch for 3 weeks.
(AFC North)1. Pittsburgh Steelers Key Players- QB Big Ben (saving space people!), WR Santonio Holmes, LB James Harriosn Key Games-vs. Tennessee (9/10) vs. San Diego (10/4) vs. Minnesota (10/25) at/vs Baltimore (11/22, 12/27) vs. Green Bay (12/20) Outlook- Wow, talk about an easy schedule, they will have home-field in the playoffs no doubt about it plus unreal media attention. Still a class act team. North
2. Baltimore Ravens: Key Players- S Ed Reed LB Terrell Suggs QB Joe Flacco Key Games- at San Diego (9/20) at New England (10/4) at Minnesota (10/18) vs. Indianapolis (11/15) vs/at Baltimore (11/22, 12/27) at Green Bay (12/7) Outlook- The first Wild Card winner of the AFC and their defense is going to tough as nails again. Flacco has a chance to be much better too.
3. Cincinnati Bengals: Key Players- QB Carson Palmer WR Chad OchoCinco WR Laveraneus Coles Key Games- at Green Bay (9/20) vs/at Pittsburgh (9/27, 11/15) at/vs Baltimore (10/11 11/8) at Minnesota (12/13) at San Diego (12/20) Outlook- This is my roommate E's surprise team of the year, I dont see it. Very tough schedule plus their defense isnt that special.
4. Cleveland Browns: Key Players- QB Brady Quinn WR Braylon Edwards DT Shaun Rogers Key Games- vs. Minnesota (9/13) at/vs Baltimore (9/27, 11/16) at/vs Pittsburgh (10/25, 12/10) vs. San Diego (12/6) Outlook- It is going to an ugly year for the Browns even though I enjoy Quinn a lot, he has no defense help.
-Charlie.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Andre Smith: The Disaster of the 09 Draft?
I think one of the more interesting stories in the past couple of days has been Cincinnati Bengals' offensive tackle Andre Smith who was the sixth-pick in the 2009 NFL Draft and the same guy who made you think... this guy is really in the NFL when he ran with his shirt off. Now he held out for about a month before signing a deal with the Bengals due to Cincy wanted to have a 350 pound weight limit which Smith didn't want for good reason. He weighed in on Monday at 364 pounds which will cost him some money and now he has fractured his foot.
Now I was once a big guy not as big as Smith but things like foot injuries take a long time to recover for bigger men. They say he will miss the first game and maybe the next which I doubt will be true. I have a feeling that he will be gone until the end of the month. In addition, that probably means that he might not be in "football shape" until about Thanksgiving or later. This has top 10 bust written all of him.
I am not saying that I warned about Smith. I was very adamant about the Green Bay Packers not drafting this guy. To me, it seems like he is all about himself and not about the team. He is immature to say the least, Smith was the same guy who skipped out on Alabama's bowl game by hiring agent. I honestly believe that was Smith being selfish at best. Like I said before, nothing can convinced me otherwise that Smith will be out of the league in five years due to weight issues.
-Charlie.
Now I was once a big guy not as big as Smith but things like foot injuries take a long time to recover for bigger men. They say he will miss the first game and maybe the next which I doubt will be true. I have a feeling that he will be gone until the end of the month. In addition, that probably means that he might not be in "football shape" until about Thanksgiving or later. This has top 10 bust written all of him.
I am not saying that I warned about Smith. I was very adamant about the Green Bay Packers not drafting this guy. To me, it seems like he is all about himself and not about the team. He is immature to say the least, Smith was the same guy who skipped out on Alabama's bowl game by hiring agent. I honestly believe that was Smith being selfish at best. Like I said before, nothing can convinced me otherwise that Smith will be out of the league in five years due to weight issues.
-Charlie.
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