NFL Preseason 2009 Preview – Fantasy Draft Primer

Believe it or not the Hall of Fame game is only a couple weeks away on Sunday August 9th, which kicks off the NFL pre-season and season for that matter. The Class of 2009 includes Bob Hayes, Randall McDaniel, Bruce Smith, Derrick Thomas, Ralph Wilson, Jr., and Rod Woodson.

I know everybody is stoked so here’s a look at some upcoming events leading to the start of the regular season and some news and notes about what will be different this year…

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AFC Divisional: Ravens vs Titans – The Ultimate Defensive Matchup?

Albert HaynesworthTwo of the NFL’s defensive juggernauts going at it, this is football at its finest! These teams are no strangers, the heated rivalry has included an early Titan boot from the playoffs by the Ravens in 2000, as well as a return of the favor 3 years later with an early Ravens boot by the Titans. Here are the key numbers on this Saturday’s AFC Divisional game: Continue reading →

NFC Wild Card Preview Atlanta at AZ

So we’ve finally come to the point in the season when things really begin to count: the playoffs. And to kick off our coverage, we’ll start with a game that has two unexpected visitors who decided to crash the party in the 9-7 Arizona Cardinals and 11-5 Atlanta Falcons.

The Cardinals come in as the NFC West Champs after winning their first division title since 1975 while the Falcons, the No. 5 seed, reversed fortunes quickly and went from a four-win team in ‘07 to an 11-win team in ‘08. Continue reading →

Week 15 Matchup: Saints (7-6) vs Bears (7-6)

STORYLINE: Are they with the right teams?

It sure seems that PIERRE THOMAS of New Orleans and MATT FORTÉ of Chicago — who can play a main role on the ground this cold December night right by Lake Michigan — should be playing for the other team. Thomas – with the French first name — was born in Chicago, went to Illinois, was not drafted but signed as a rookie free agent with the Saints last year.

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Contest Winner – Free Nosebleeds for Any Week 12 or 13 Game

stubhub.gifThanks to our sponsors at StubHub.com, we have some free tickets to give away. Nothing beats the nosebleed experience, the drunkest, loudest, most die-hard fans can be found freezing their asses off cheering for their team in the bleachers. No NFL seats are cheap these days, but there’s some great ticket deals to be found on StubHub. All you have to do is answer this question and keep your eyes peeled to NFL News Line for the winner.

Question: Which stadium holds the title of having the most fans come through their door? (think capacity x games played)

Email your answer to admin (a) nflnewsline (d-o-tcom)

EDIT NOVEMBER 20th: The winner is Patrick Carberry of Medford, OR. He’s geographically between 49ers and Seahawks territory, which will he choose?

Congratulations and thanks to all who entered!

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