Mancini’s take on the performance of rookie tight ends Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez in New England’s 28-10 preseason win over the Atlanta Falcons: The rookie duo did a fantastic job on Thursday night with Hernandez looking like more of the downfield threat with wide receiver skills and Gronkowski playing the role of the traditional tight end who’s big enough to tangle with defensive linemen, but also be a factor in the passing game. Hernandez was masterful on his 4-yard touchdown reception from Tom Brady in the way he adjusted to the ball on nice corner route and beat SeanWeatherspoon who failed to turn his head with the ball in the air. In the second half, the former Gator exhibited good hands and toughness when he extended his hands and caught the ball away from his body in between two defenders that were closing
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LeGarrette Blount Lands Another Hook
This punch won’t be so costly for LeGarrette Blount. The rookie running back capped off a feisty night practice for the Tennessee Titans with a short punch to the helmet of defensive end Erik Bakhtiari a few moments after having his own helmet ripped off for the second time in as many plays. Blount had just returned to the Titans on Wednesday night after being excused since Sunday for personal reasons. He was carrying the ball in a drill near the goal line when his helmet came off, and he kept his feet moving toward the end zone. The play ended with some pushing and shoving, then Blount threw a right into Bakhtiari’s facemask. Blount quickly talked to coach Jeff Fisher before leaving the field. “He apologized, and I said he didn’t have to apologize,” Fisher said. “It’s football. It’s training camp.” Blount was suspended by the University of Oregon
Agent Nearly Persuaded John Moffitt
In early January, Offensive lineman John Moffitt was ready to leave the University of Wisconsin football team and jump to the NFL. A couple days after the Badgers’ victory over Miami (Fla.) in the Champs Sports Bowl. Moffitt talked to agents, who told him he could be picked as high as the third or fourth round. “I called him up [UW coach Bret Bielema and was like, ‘Coach, thanks for everything, but I’m going to move on,’ he said. Moffitt never signed anything or committed to an agent. But he was getting advice from one. “I don’t know if it was the best advice,” he said. It’s an example of how persuasive agents can be, especially catching an athlete at a vulnerable time. Moffitt also worried his pectoral muscle wasn’t completely healed for the bench press he would have to perform for scouts. As it turns out,
Mountain West Adds Fresno State and Nevada
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Mountain West Conference announced tonight that California State University, Fresno and the University of Nevada, Reno have accepted invitations to join the MWC.
“Fresno State is honored to accept the invitation to join the Mountain West Conference,” said Fresno State President John Welty. “We look forward to competition against some universities we have not faced previously and to renewing rivalries with San Diego State, Colorado State and several other schools that we enjoyed previously.”
“We have had a great experience in the WAC. We have appreciated the strong competition and the wonderful colleagues” said Nevada President Milt Glick. “The offer to join the Mountain West Conference is an opportunity we cannot turn down. The Mountain West is a strong conference and this will enhance our natural rivalry with UNLV and continue our rivalry with Boise State. We believe joining this conference
Mountain West Adds Fresno State and Nevada
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Mountain West Conference announced tonight that California State University, Fresno and the University of Nevada, Reno have accepted invitations to join the MWC.
“Fresno State is honored to accept the invitation to join the Mountain West Conference,” said Fresno State President John Welty. “We look forward to competition against some universities we have not faced previously and to renewing rivalries with San Diego State, Colorado State and several other schools that we enjoyed previously.”
“We have had a great experience in the WAC. We have appreciated the strong competition and the wonderful colleagues” said Nevada President Milt Glick. “The offer to join the Mountain West Conference is an opportunity we cannot turn down. The Mountain West is a strong conference and this will enhance our natural rivalry with UNLV and continue our rivalry with Boise State. We believe joining this conference
Kaveinga Transfer Appeal Denied
PROVO, Utah — BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall today announced that the school’s NCAA waiver appeal on behalf of USC transfer Uona Kaveinga has been denied. As such, the junior linebacker will not be eligible to play in games during the 2010 season and will utilize a redshirt year. He will then have two years of eligibility remaining starting in 2011.
Kaveinga Transfer Appeal Denied
PROVO, Utah — BYU head coach Bronco Mendenhall today announced that the school’s NCAA waiver appeal on behalf of USC transfer Uona Kaveinga has been denied. As such, the junior linebacker will not be eligible to play in games during the 2010 season and will utilize a redshirt year. He will then have two years of eligibility remaining starting in 2011.
Top Draft Eligible FB Prospects In The Nation
The NFL Draft Bible big board rankings are based on the accumulation of BLESTO and NATIONAL reports, in addition to feedback from NFL personnel, college football coaches and internal scouting department:
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| # | FIRST NAME | LAST NAME | SCHOOL | HT | WT | 40 | INFO | |||||||||||||||||||||
| 1 | Robert | Hughes (RB) | Notre Dame | 5110 | 236 | 4.55 | LINK | |||||||||||||||||||||
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Top Draft Eligible RB Prospects In The NationThe NFL Draft Bible big board rankings are based on the accumulation of BLESTO and NATIONAL reports, in addition to feedback from NFL personnel, college football coaches and internal scouting department:
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