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Who's next to get paid? Franchise QBs Ryan, Stafford at the top of list

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 8:53:00 EDT

Big paydays for QBs (Ryan, Stafford; Cutler, too?) are near. Same with WRs (Dez Bryant, anyone?). Jason La Canfora digs up who's next up on the get-paid list, including four key Giants.

Overrated-underrated: Broncos' nickel DB Harris worth every penny

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:02:00 EDT

Justin Tuck used to be on the list of elite pass rushers. Now he tops Pete Prisco's annual list of overrated players. As for underrated? Prisco says Broncos nickel corner Chris Harris is worth every penny.

Breakout players: Jaguars' Shorts poised to make a name for himself

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 8:46:00 EDT

It's easy to say Aaron Rodgers is great, but which current players are ready to bust out from anonymity and become stars? Pete Prisco has some ideas, starting with Jaguars receiver Cecil Shorts.

NFL's best deals: QBs Kaepernick, Wilson are steals -- right now

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 10:42:00 EDT

Colin Kaepernick and Russell Wilson are locked into their rookie deals and the 49ers and Seahawks couldn't be happier -- for now. Jason La Canfora digs through contracts to find the best steals.

Four-pronged rankings: Broncos top list, Cowboys look like a contender

Wed, 29 May 2013 9:45:00 EDT

A Broncos-Cowboys Super Bowl? Don't laugh. Pete Prisco says both grade out the highest in his four-pronged formula that combines rankings of each team's QB, LT and best CB and pass rusher.

Pressing questions for all 32 NFL teams heading into the summer

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:46:00 EDT

Who starts at QB for the Bills, Jets, Raiders and Eagles? Who fills the leadership void in Baltimore? Pete Prisco asks a pressing question for each team heading into the summer.

Breakout offensive players: Watch out for TEs Pitta, Cook, Gresham

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:42:00 EDT

Who's primed to break out in 2013? Jason La Canfora's list includes three tight ends -- Dennis Pitta, Jared Cook and Jermaine Gresham -- who will see plenty of passes thrown their way.

2012 NFL Power Rankings, Week 17

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:57:30 EST

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Thu, 20 Dec 2012 2:36:54 EST

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Holes to fill: Post-draft, free agency spots of concern for all 32 teams

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:05:08 EDT

The champion Giants need help at tight end. The Pats, among others, are hopeful their corners step up. Pete Prisco also sees concerns at receiver in Denver, quarterback in Arizona and every team after free agency and the draft.

Bengals would have taken Kevin Zeitler at 21, got him at 27

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:05:19 EDT

Bengals unearth potential gem

Thu, 03 May 2012 6:05:07 EDT

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LB Burfict among 14 free agents signed by Bengals

Wed, 02 May 2012 5:05:24 EDT

CINCINNATI- Arizona State linebacker Vontaze (VOHN'-taze) Burfict (BURR'-fikt) was among 14 college free agents signed by the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday.

Dalton hopes Pro Bowl doesn't go away

Tue, 01 May 2012 3:05:46 EDT

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Bengals draft looks highly productive

Tue, 01 May 2012 3:05:46 EDT

Bengals drafts would be exercises in frustration but the past three have been un-Bengallike in their results.]]>

Strategy And Personnel

Tue, 01 May 2012 3:05:46 EDT

FRANCHISE PLAYER PK Mike Nugent (tendered at $2.654 million; signed April 25).]]>

Shipley making progress in rehab

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 12:04:49 EDT

Jordan Shipley is ahead of his rehabilitation schedule in coming back from a torn ACL in his left knee, but said he is hoping to be on the field sometime during OTAs]]>

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Judgements: While it's still a QB league, draft proves defense matters

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 9:04:57 EDT

The Cowboys, Eagles and Patriots (twice) trade up in the first round to take defenders. The NFL unquestionably remains quarterback-driven, but Clark Judge says defense still matters. This draft proves it.

Draft Grades: Bengals' haul gets high praise; Saints flunk the weekend

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 3:04:33 EDT

Who needs to spend big on scouting? The Bengals, whose budgets is an inside NFL joke, catch Pete Prisco's eye with a stellar draft. On the down side, the scandal-addled Saints have the worst weekend.

Judgements: Can't argue with RG3's burden in D.C., Browns big trade

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 8:04:50 EDT

Robert Griffin III, welcome to D.C. Now win right away. Clark Judge says the pressure is on RG3 and also credits the Browns for doing what it takes to get their man -- Trent Richardson.

NFL Draft is as entertaining, unpredictable as any TV sitcom

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 2:04:28 EDT

Once again the NFL Draft proves to be must-see TV. The most top-10 trades in NFL history, owners tweeting picks and breaking news. Mike Freeman says this is the new world of the NFL: you sit still, you lose.

Draft team needs: Cincinnati Bengals

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 12:04:44 EDT

QB Andy Dalton and WR A.J. Green promise an even more potent one-two punch for the Bengals in their sophomore season. But Clark Judge says Cincinnati has to find a solid No. 2 wideout to compete in the AFC North.