Fantasy football distracts fans
These days, it seems impossible to discuss the NFL or to watch a game without someone either whining or bragging about the performance of a player on their fantasy football…
nfl
Trials await Sam in hypermasculine NFL
Certain names in the NFL seem particularly fitting: Pat Angerer, linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts; Takeo Spikes, linebacker for the San Diego Chargers; Ryan Mallett, backup quarterback for the New…
NFL must reflect after Sam’s decision
For the first time in my life, I am actually entertaining the idea of watching the NFL Draft. By that I mean following Twitter updates, or scouring the internet for…
Sherman enlivens post-game interviews
The weekend between the NFL Conference Championship games and the Super Bowl is always a little bit sad. It is more than a little bit sad, actually—it is full-on disheartening…
Sherman perception misread by non-fans
If you were at all surprised by Richard Sherman’s post-game interview last Sunday, I’m going to assume you don’t watch a lot of football. At least, you definitely don’t watch…
Patriots unable to pull off win despite Brady, Belichick
When the New England Patriots landed in Denver for their American Football Conference (AFC) Championship bout on Sunday, they knew that the task at hand was daunting. They understood the…
NFL scandals highlight double-standard
There is something rotten in the kingdom of the NFL. For starters, there are no clear Super Bowl or MVP favorites, especially after the Denver Broncos lost to the Indianapolis…
Patriots more than Tom Brady
Last week’s column about the “Patriot Way” had some excellent points. Yes, Tom Brady is an elite quarterback who deserves to go out in style with more than three rings…
Patriots manifest culture of arrogance
It’s no secret that Tom Brady has struggled this season. And it’s no secret that this current collection of New England Patriots isn’t nearly as formidable as those of years…
NFL should place focus on home turf
The NFL has had a presence in London since 2007 in the “International Series” where a game was hosted at London’s Wembley Stadium during the NFL regular season. This year,…