SAN FRANCISCO — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is a game-time decision for tonight’s game against the 49ers, a source told ESPN. Whether Roethlisberger plays will determine the type of offense the Steelers put on the field. Even with an injured Roethlisberger, the Steelers will be a more pass-oriented team. Without him, Pittsburgh will be [...]
Posts Tagged ‘First Offense’
2012 Draft Nick Toon Scouting
November 19th, 2011
afcbeast I’ve been blogging too much lately, so this is my last one (for a little while). Can someone please take a look at this? All of you GangGreenNationers take a look at this! My last blog I wrote about how Plaxico Burress is getting long in the tooth, and it doesn’t make sense to resign [...]
A.J. Hawk fined $10,000 for flipping the angry bird
October 23rd, 2011
afcbeast A.J. Hawk was fined $10,000 for raising his middle finger toward his sideline during Sunday’s Green Bay Packers game against the St. Louis Rams. Only $10,000? Between that paltry sum and the lack of fine for the War of the Jims, I’d say ol’ Rog is losing his touch. Used to be that Goodell was a [...]
Offensive Advantages Are on the Outside for the New York Jets
September 30th, 2011
afcbeast Once again, this new look pass first offense the Jets sport should probably focus on looking to exploit the Ravens on the outside with their receivers against some unspectacular corners instead of trying to pound the ball against an excellent front. The Ravens have had to deal with injuries in their secondary this year. Domonique [...]
Wilkerson Fined 10K, Jets Cut Gilyard
September 10th, 2011
afcbeast Rookie DE Muhammad Wilkerson was fined $10K for his fight with Giants RB Brandon Jacobs during the teams’ preseason game last month. Jacobs was hit with a $20K fine, as this wasn’t his first offense. Both players were ejected after shoving at each other in the second half of the Jets’ 17-3 win on Aug. [...]
Did the Jets Overpay For Santonio Holmes?
July 28th, 2011
afcbeast On Tuesday, the Jets signed WR Santonio Holmes to a 5 year $50 million contract with $24 million guaranteed. The move has been praised by some, but scrutinized by others. The haters are saying the Jets overpaid for Holmes. I’ve even heard some say he isn’t a top 10 WR in the league. I have [...]
NFL player arrests continue, as the Falcons’ Moore the latest to be booked
April 21st, 2011
afcbeast Atlanta Falcons safety William Moore (25) runs upfield after intercepting a pass from Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck during the third quarter of their NFL football game in Seattle, Washington, December 19, 2010. REUTERS/Robert Sorbo (UNITED STATES – Tags: SPORT FOOTBALL) This math equation should be taught at the grade school level because it’s as [...]
Jets vs Bengals preview
April 14th, 2011
afcbeast New York Jets (8-2) vs Cincinnati Bengals (2-8)Thursday, November 25, 2010 New Meadowlands StadiumLine: Jets -8.5 After yet another roller coaster victory, the New York Jets hope to put together a more convincing performance on Thanksgiving day and give their fans something to be thankful for. The Bengals are coming off a second half collapse [...]
The Shutdown Corner Mock: Stockwatch Edition, #1-16
April 10th, 2011
afcbeast With less than four weeks left to the first round of the NFL draft, people are starting to establish definitive statements when it comes to prospects — whether they have validity or not. Cam Newton either is or isn’t an enormous character risk. Ryan Mallett either is or isn’t worth a first-round pick, based on [...]



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