All About The Roster

There are only so many jobs in the NFL. It's all about being on a roster in whatever way that works to get credited service time.

It seems like the pension and benefit programs vary for players between different eras.

What will the new CBA do for the players built the game of today?

MLB Copies The NFL

Major League Baseball took a big step today when they copied the NFL with their two game series in London between the Res Sox and Yankees.

Playing in Europe is all about expanding the market to millions of potential fans.

It's hard to imagine a team in London full-time in the NFL or MLB. The travel logistics are so daunting.

Both leagues should continue to play games. They wouldn't be doing this if it wasn't worth it financially.

Who knows what will happen in the next 50 years of the NFL and MLB?

Tom & Peyton

I thought it was really nice that Tom Brady posted a picture of him and Peyton Manning with a "spoiler alert" that they have always been friends.

There is nothing wrong with that. Players know each other from high school, college and their time in the NFL.

I always enjoyed watching the post-game celebrations between players and coaches. There are so many connections.

Please Release Them

Jets CB Daryl Roberts is one of many former players on the Pats who found success after being released by them.

He was a 7th round pick in the 2015 draft, but ended up on IR after breaking his wrist in the first pre-season game.

He was released by the Pats at the end of training camp in 2016. The Jets claimed him and kept him on their practice squad for the next two seasons.

In 2018, he started ten games and was able to get a 3 year/$18 million contract from the Jets in the off-season. Only $6 million is guaranteed, but it's money he probably wasn't expecting to earn.

Alex Smith

It's very unfortunate to see that Redskins QB Alex Smith might never make it back to the NFL. He broke his tibia and fibula back on November 18th against the Texans.

At age 35, he is still learning how to run again. With training camp a month away, the clock is really ticking. He could be well enough to walk with his family, but not play quarterback in the NFL.

I hope he goes on Injured Reserve, gets paid and credit for one more season in the NFL.

He has had quite a ride, but probably never thought it would end this way.

Neither did former Redskins great Joe Theismann who went on DC sports talk radio and doubted if Smith would ever play again.

Under The Radar

News of a new CBA is flying below the radar. Not much has been said by either side.

The owners want more games. The players want more money and bigger rosters in return.

What will be the final solution?

A Good Bet

Caesars Entertainment is the official casino partner of the NFL. They installed odds for all teams knowing that only twelve teams will make the playoffs.

The Pats are an overwhelming favorite to get to the post-season. I never bet, but the Pats have a line where one would need to wager $850 to win $100. That sounds like a safe bet to me, given the team's history.

What Could Be With Josh

Tom Brady is trying to help Josh Gordon as he attempts to make it back to the NFL. He posted on social media. It remains to be seen if he plays this year.

Brady has taken him under his wing and included him in family dinners. Will this be enough to keep him from another suspension?

The unfortunate thing about Gordon is that it's very easy to bet against him. He has so much talent and Brady knows that.

College Might Be Best

There are so many players and coaches who take jobs just to stay relevant. People can forget you real fast when they don't hear your name.

A coach's life is filled with staff firings and moving to another job.

Do you coach in college or the NFL? What are your job options?

So many people out there give their life to the game.

Mayo & BB 2019

Coaching staffs change all the time around the NFL and colleges. The Pats are no exception, especially this year.

It seems like former Pats LB Jerod Mayo is a perfect fit for this time. Coach Belichick raves about him.

I have no doubt that he will be very involved with BB in calling the defense this year, whatever it is.

Retirement For Josh McGown

Josh McGown is turning 40 in July. He decided to retire from the NFL after 16 seasons and one in the United Football League.

He started a job with ESPN as one of their analysts. It remains to be seen how it all works out.

He will always be a great example of having a long career as a backup quarterback and occasional starter. He threw for 17,707 yards and 98 TD's.

It was a remarkable journey for the 3rd round pick of the Arizona Cardinals in 2002. He thought he would be with them for his entire career, but that didn't happen. He spent time with ten teams during his long ride.

It's a real tribute to him that he was able to play professionally for 17 years.

Brady & Gordon

Pats fans were able to see a video on Instagram posted by Tom Brady of a workout with Josh Gordon.

It remains to be seen if Gordon ever makes it back without another suspension. His career could've been so much better.

He was really starting to gel with Tom Brady last season before it all ended. He had a great opportunity here and it still didn't work out.

He has so much talent. What will his story be this season?