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Brown: Playoff burden not breaking Campbell's back

Campbell knows the Redskins explored trading for both Cutler and Sanchez. Which makes Campbell the Redskins' starter, more by default than by popular demand. ASHBURN, Va.-- Mark Sanchez has new money with the Jets. Jay Cutler has new teammates with ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  12 Jun 2009
Related Topics: Jason Campbell,  Dan Snyder,  Jay Cutler,  New York Jets,  Jim Zorn

Brown: What to watch: Wildcat and four more developments

Rookie wide receiver Percy Harvin already has taken direct snaps during Vikings practices. The Ravens might use more wildcat packages, featuring quarterback Troy Smith in a variety of roles. And we certainly can expect the NFL's masters of the ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  7 Jun 2009
Related Topics: NFL,  Kerry Collins,  Percy Harvin,  Troy Smith,  Pat White

Brown: Ryan's bravado rubbing off on confidence-starved Jets

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- Still months from coaching his first Jets game, Rex Ryan is talking a good game. NFL head coaches are supposed to speak in bland cliches, but Ryan is all about bold statements. He expects to win big. Just ask him. "I'm ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  5 Jun 2009
Related Topics: New York Jets,  Kris Jenkins,  NFL,  Eric Mangini,  Bill Belichick

Brown: On the cusp: Team with the best chance to break through to the playoffs

Of those 13, which teams have the best chance to make the playoffs this season? Here's a look at the five teams poised to make the leap to postseason: In the fast-changing NFL, two years without making the playoffs is a long time. Nineteen of the ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  2 Jun 2009
Related Topics: Matt Schaub,  Bob McNair,  NFL,  New York Jets,  Drew Brees

Brown: Eagles need rookies -- especially McCoy -- to make a difference

Though the Eagles would love to get an immediate contribution from Maclin, McCoy's quick development is almost a necessity. Longtime Eagles backup Correll Buckhalter signed with the Denver Broncos as a free agent, which left Brian Westbrook without ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  22 May 2009
Related Topics: LeSean McCoy,  Philadelphia Eagles,  Andy Reid (footballer),  Jeremy Maclin,  Correll Buckhalter

Brown: Defenseless teams seek offseason upgrades

Not surprisingly, none of those teams made the playoffs. Not surprisingly, all five have new head coaches, new defensive coordinators and plenty of new personnel. Bad defense is difficult to overcome. The Lions discovered that last season. Not ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  19 May 2009
Related Topics: NFL,  Grady Jackson,  Larry Foote,  Jim Schwartz,  Cody Spencer

Brown: Uncertain skies: Jets have concerns at skill positions

So, why was Jets coach Rex Ryan smiling Thursday after practice? Well, it's only May, and he's an optimist. He also is a defensive-minded coach who thinks the '09 Jets defense will be nasty. FLORHAM PARK, N.J. -- The quarterback battle between Mark ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  14 May 2009
Related Topics: New York Jets,  Thomas Jones,  Leon Washington,  Dustin Keller,  AFC

Brown: Favre effect: Brett as a Viking? 3 views on No. 4

Former Vikings and Cardinals coach Dennis Green says Favre would be a better fit in Minnesota than he was last year with the New York Jets. Brett Favre might return to the NFL again this time with the Vikings. If that happens, what will be the ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  13 May 2009
Related Topics: Brett Favre,  Dennis Green,  New York Jets,  NFL,  Brad Childress

Brown: Ravens players confident even without Boldin

Some fans and talk-radio hosts say the Ravens should trade for a veteran like the Cardinals' Anquan Boldin -- yesterday, if not sooner. OWINGS MILLS, MD. -- How badly the Ravens need help at wide receiver depends upon whom you ask. "You can't ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  10 May 2009
Related Topics: Derrick Mason,  Joe Flacco,  NFL,  Anquan Boldin,  MILLS CORP

Brown: E-I-E-I-Whoa! Ten reasons Favre should stay on the farm

Both Favre and Childress remained mum as of Thursday night, so stay tuned for the next development. But with apologies to David Letterman, here are 10 reasons why Favre should stay on his farm and out of harm's way. Maybe reporters can stop hanging ...

From CLIFTON BROWN, Sporting News,  7 May 2009
Related Topics: Brett Favre,  David Letterman,  John Madden,  James Harrison,  Lance Briggs

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