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NFL Preview: Manning Bowl II is Here

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

We’ve waited four long years since Peyton Manning and Eli Manning last faced off. Finally the schedule makers have brought them together at Lucas Oil Field and Eli wants some payback. Home advantage matters This is the kind of game that shows why the NFL is the best sport around. Two brothers, both quarterbacks and...

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NFL Preview: Cowboys Need to Keep Romo Upright

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Dallas Cowboys welcome Chicago to Jerry-World, knowing only a win will do. The Bears meanwhile are playing with house money after a lucky escape against the Lions. Bears offense clicking Yes the Lions were robbed against Chicago last Sunday but don’t sleep on this Chicago offense. Against an improving Detroit defense, Jay Cutler went...

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NFL Preview: Only a Win Will End Jets Circus

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Ines Sainz affair is the least of the Jets’ problems. Al Dannity says Rex Ryan and pals badly need a win at home to New England. Just another day in Jets-land The scandal surrounding the Jets treatment of TV Azteca reporter Ines Sainz isn’t something this franchise needs right now. The only positive thing...

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NFL Preview: Dolphins Look For Second Straight Road Win

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Miami started the year by winning in Buffalo, a road win against the Vikings would make the Dolphins the envy of the NFL after two weeks. Big game for Miami’s offense Miami is not the best team in the NFL but it could be in the best position of any franchise after Sunday. Having recorded...

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NFL Preview: Steelers Have Nothing to Lose Against Titans

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

All logic and reason says the Steelers shouldn’t have a hope against the Titans on Sunday. That’s exactly why Al Dannity says you write off Pittsburgh at your peril. The kid didn’t stink Nobody is anointing Dennis Dixon as a future NFL MVP after his performance against Atlanta but the former Oregon Duck showed he...

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NFL Preview: Chargers Will Rumble Past Chiefs

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

San Diego and Kansas City do battle in the second Monday Night Football game this weekend. Al Dannity likes the Chargers to win on the road. Not a sleeper pick Ever since the NFL split to eight divisions, at least one team has gone from worst to first every year bar 2007. The NFC South...

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NFL Preview: Jets Look to Clip Ravens’ Wings

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Rex Ryan built Baltimore into a defensive force but now the Jets’ coach is looking to beat his old team on Monday Night Football. Time to deliver Rex Ryan isn’t exactly shy. He dropped as many F-bombs as he could manage into the whole run of Hard Knocks, drawing the ire of Tony Dungy in...

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NFL Preview: Packers and Eagles Set For Offensive Master-class

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The pick of Sunday’s afternoon slate takes place in Philadelphia where the Eagles host Green Bay. Al Dannity expects an offensive feast. Packers will start with a bang The nationally televised game on Sunday afternoon sees Aaron Rodgers lead the Packers into Lincoln Financial Field for a duel with the Eagles. Rodgers is well-placed to...

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NFL Preview: Cowboys Make Early Trip to Washington

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Fedex Field hosts the first Sunday Night Football game of 2010 as the Redskins welcome Dallas in a NFC East battle. Romo must strike early Dallas travel to Washington deserving of the favorites tag despite concerns about the Cowboys’ offensive line. The Redskins have adapted their defensive scheme under Jim Haslett to a 3-4 system...

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NFL Preview: Saints Host Vikings in Season Opener

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The 2010 NFL season kicks off in New Orleans this Thursday night when the Saints welcome Minnesota to the Superdome. About that ankle The Minnesota Vikings enter 2010 with questions looming large about the health of Brett Favre. The Vikings’ quarterback injured his ankle in an NFC Championship game loss to the Saints last January....

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Super Bowl XLV: The Very Early Preview

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The NFL season doesn’t kick off until Thursday but Al Dannity is using his crystal ball to look ahead to the biggest game of them all. Who will make it to Super Bowl XLV and lift the Lombardi trophy? No return trip for the Saints It’s time for some hyper-specific predictions for the 2010 season....

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NFL 2010 Preview: NFC East

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Al Dannity isn’t crazy about the Cowboys. He likes New York and Philadelphia to fight it out in a tight NFC East. A gaping hole The Dallas Cowboys could break a lot of NFL betting fans’ hearts. This is a team with phenomenal talent and one fatal flaw. Look at the positives. Tony Romo is...

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NFL 2010 Preview: Washington Redskins

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Redskins will be better in 2010 but don’t expect a playoff push in Mike Shanahan’s first year as head coach. Off-season changes Washington made noticeable upgrades at its three most important positions following a disastrous 2009 season. Donovan McNabb replaces Jason Campbell as the Redskins’ starting quarterback while Mike Shanahan takes over as head...

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NFL 2010 Preview: Dallas Cowboys

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Dallas has tremendous talent in skill positions but potentially the most porous offensive line in the NFL. Al Dannity says poor protection could doom the Cowboys. Off-season changes Who would have thought Dallas would miss Flozell Adams this much? At 35 the big left tackle was long past his best but the performances of the...

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NFL 2010 Preview: New York Giants

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Giants enter 2010 looking to rebound from a disappointing finish to the 2009 season. Off-season changes The Giants opted not to panic after last year’s meltdown in the final 11 games of the season. New York recognized that many of its issues could be fixed without significant roster changes. The biggest problems were on...

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NFL 2010 Preview: Philadelphia Eagles

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Eagles enter 2010 with a new man under center after a decade-long relationship with Donovan McNabb. Off-season changes There are 13 reasons for Philadelphia fans to be hopeful about the future; that’s how many players the Eagles drafted in 2010. Crucially the Eagles had seven picks in the first four rounds, picking up talents...

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NFL 2010 Preview: AFC East

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

Tough schedules will make it tough for AFC East teams to make the playoffs, making the battle for the divisional title all the more important. Brutal crossover This is not a year for rejoicing in the AFC East. Sure the Jets are loaded, the Pats still have Tom Brady, and the Dolphins have added Brandon...

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NFL 2010 Preview: New York Jets

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The New York Jets have loaded up for 2010 and only one result will do. It’s Super Bowl or bust for Rex Ryan’s team according to Al Dannity. Off-season changes After over-achieving in the playoffs last year, the Jets made quick moves to bolster their line-up. Santonio Holmes was acquired from Pittsburgh for just a...

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NFL 2010 Preview: New England Patriots

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Patriots enter 2010 looking to bounce back from disappointment in last season’s playoffs. Al Dannity says their quest for the post-season will make for compelling theatre. Off-season changes The biggest change for the Patriots is the return of a seemingly healthy Wes Welker. So far in pre-season, where games count for little, Welker has...

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NFL 2010 Preview: Miami Dolphins

• Al Dannity

• Last Updated: October 4, 2017

The Dolphins look certain to be in the mix for the wildcard spots in the playoffs and Al Dannity says to expect a wild ride all year in Miami. Off-season changes Miami landed one of the biggest names on the market in 2010 in Brandon Marshall. The wide receiver, who arrived via trade with Denver,...