The linebacker position, particularly the middle or inside linebacker position, is arguably the most important component of a National Football League team's defense. He must be versatile enough to be able to stop the run when needed or drop back into pass coverage, depending on a team's particular defensive scheme. DeMeco Ryans was one of the game's best … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of DeMeco Ryans (Story)
The Life And Career Of Alphonso Smith (Story)
Defensive back Alphonso Smith seemed like a can't-miss prospect when he entered the 2009 NFL Draft. Smith set several school records when he suited up for the Wake Forest Demon Deacons from 2005 to 2008. In former Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels' eyes, Smith could've been the next Ray Crockett, Tyrone Braxton, Louis Wright, or Champ Bailey. Instead, the … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Alphonso Smith (Story)
The Life And Sad Death Of Bob Kalsu (Complete Story)
On April 22, 2004, the American public was shocked to learn the news of Pat Tillman’s death. Tillman had been a highlight-producing safety for the Arizona Cardinals from 1998-2001. After the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Tillman turned down a lucrative extension with the Cardinals so he could enlist in the Army. His passing was difficult enough. It was made even … [Read more...] about The Life And Sad Death Of Bob Kalsu (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Kyle Brady (Complete Story)
13-year NFL veteran tight end Kyle Brady never had the glowing resume of his namesake and New England Patriots great Tom Brady. Kyle Brady's name is also forever linked to Hall of Famer Warren Sapp, a defensive menace New York Jets fans felt the team should've drafted in 1995. Instead, they would up with Brady, an All-American tight end who never lived up to his … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Kyle Brady (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Steve Tasker (Complete Story)
Signing free agents - especially those with unfamiliar backgrounds - is a hit-or-miss proposition for NFL teams. If a team lands the wrong guy, it could set them back for years on end. Case in point: the-then San Diego Chargers signed David Boston to a seven-year, $47 million deal in 2003 and won just four games that year. Fortunately, the Buffalo Bills … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Steve Tasker (Complete Story)
The Life And Career Of Kelly Stouffer (Complete Story)
Kelly Stouffer was primed for stardom after his three-year college football career with the Colorado State Rams. Stouffer's gunslinging prowess helped him set several school football records. It seemed he was a can't-miss prospect coming out of the college ranks. Regrettably, Kelly Stouffer became one of the biggest quarterback busts in Seattle Seahawks history, … [Read more...] about The Life And Career Of Kelly Stouffer (Complete Story)