The Training Camp Hype Machine

Every year, the NFL Draft is a chance for fans to savor the sweet smell of football before the long summer layoff.  High draft picks are analyzed and the next season’s depth chart is prematurely projected.  However, it is the late round picks and undrafted free agents who create the most offseason buzz.  Every year, there seems to be one or two players who create a special buzz due to their unique physical attributes or great showings in camp.  2001 gave us the next great... Read More

Dash Right’s 2010 Mock Draft – Part III

#22 Overall:  New England Patriots   Needs:  Defensive Line, Quarterback, Tight End   Possibilities:  Jared Odrick, Jermaine Gresham, Rob Gronkowski   Dash Right’s Projection:  In past drafts the Patriots have taken former tight ends Daniel Graham and Ben Watson in the first round, and although the Patriots have a big hole on the defensive line with the losses of Richard Seymour and Jarvis Green, I believe they will continue their tight end trend with Jermaine... Read More

Dash Right’s 2010 Mock Draft – Part II

#11 Overall: Denver Broncos Needs: Dez Bryant getting taken earlier in the draft really messes up the Broncos’ plans, especially with the loss of Brandon Marshall to the Dolphins.  Inside linebacker and defensive tackle are two postions in which the Broncos could use some help, but unless they feel confident with the slew of 2nd tier receivers available in the next round, Denver really needs a playmaker WR and could wind up trading up to make sure they get Bryant. Possibilities:... Read More

Dash Right’s 2010 NFL Mock Draft

As we near closer to the first prime-time draft a few of us decided to post a mock draft of the first round.  It’s pretty self-explanatory, with the pick in bold italics.  Under “possibilities,” the prospects are listed in order of likelihood, which is basically how most draft pundits are projecting… “chalk” if you will.    #1 Overall: St. Louis Rams Needs: After suffering through a miserable 1-15 season, the Rams’ needs are all around. Possibilities: Sam Bradford... Read More

AL East Preview

New York Yankees Key Players- SP CC Sabathia, SS Derek Jeter, 3B Alex Rodriguez, 1B Mark Teixeira, Players to Watch- OF Brett Gardner, SP Phil Hughes Key Arrivals- OF Curtis Granderson, SP Javier Vazquez, DH Nick Johnson Key Departures- DH Hideki Matsui, OF Melkey Cabrera, OF Johnny Damon The Yankees are the best team in baseball and the best team in the best division. They won the World Series last year and have improved their team in the offseason. The replacement of Johnny... Read More

NL East Preview

ATLANTA BRAVES                   KEY PLAYER:  C Brian McCann, SP Tommy Hanson                 PLAYER TO WATCH:  RF Jason Heyward                 KEY DEPARTURES:  RP Mike Gonzalez, RP Rafael Soriano, SP Javier Vasquez, 1B Adam LaRoche                 KEY ACQUISITIONS:  1B Troy Glaus, CF Melky Cabrera, RP Billy Wagner   The Braves had a very hit or miss offseason to say the least.  The offense is scattered with... Read More