nfl training camp final days

The beginning of the 2013-2014  preseason began Sunday, with the NFL HALL OF FAME GAME, but training camps for all teams resumed Monday. All teams were getting prepartions ready for the preseason, that would begin on Thursday. Some questions that we have had over the starting quarter backs for this pre season have been answered, starting with Jacksonville Jaguars. Jaguars have had there questions at starting quarter back since last season, and with drafting a quarterback this past season, it raised even more questions, "Are the jaguars getting rid of Blaine Gabbert"? That question was answered Thursday at Jaguars practice. "I think that he's really shown a lot of poise," Jaguars coach expressed to reporters Thursday. "I think he handles situations that have been presented to him in practice. They both have done some really good things, both have made some really good progress. No, and I hope they would both answer it the same way. We just felt like with Blaine, with what he's done the last couple of days in practice and how he's responded, we decided to give him the nod." So there isn't a clear decision as to who Coach Bradley will have out on the field in week 1 of the regular season. Another team that the decision hasn't been made on the starting quarterback is for the Philadelphia Eagles. Eagles Head coach Chip Kelly announced Thursday that Michael Vick will be the starter for the Eagles in there first preseason game against the New England Patriots Friday night. Kelly feels that Vick should be the first quarter back in the rotation. After Vick was told he was the starting quarterback he immediately didn't agree with the decision ."I can't read into it ." We will see Sunday what the quarter back will produce out on the field, and if he still will hold the starting quarterback position in Philadelphia. The preseason for all teams begins Thursday(08/08/13) , with games Thursday through Sunday so tune in !

NFL UPDATES (Training camp, injuries, Pre-season etc.)

Sunday night officially marked the beginning of 2013-2014  NFL football season, with the Hall of Fame Game Sunday night. Every team knew that this week was the week that every team would be able to show there talents and weaknesses to the world. The Top injury report updates for Monday , would be from the Green Bay Packers Facilities. Last season we heard a lot about the Green Bay Packers and the high expectations that were put on them because of there previous success in the past few years, but Monday we would find out the offensive tackle Bryan Bulga would tare his ACL during training camp Saturday. Its very unclear as to how the offensive line man got injured Saturday but now there are a lot of big questions in Milwaukee right now because of the injury. There have been a lot of names that have been thrown around for the position, but multiple sources speculate that it will be Newhouse. Newhouse took over veteran Chad Cliftons spot during the 2011 season. We should know later on this week who would be taking the left offensive tackle's position. Also in Green Bay there is big news surrounding quarter back Vince Young's return to the league. Sources say that Green Bay Packers staff and personal were surprised and impressed with the quarter back ability after practices Monday. Also Monday the quarter back signed a one year deal with the packers, even though the contract isn't guaranteed. Young isn't on the team yet, he will have to compete for the back up quarter back job later on in the week against 2012-2013 packers back up Graham Harrell. We should see in the coming days if he is on the team or not. Also on Monday we learned about the hand surgery of Patrick Willis and what this will mean for the 49ers 6 time pro bowler. Willis had surgery Monday to repair a fractured right hand. Willis reportedly fractured the hand while working against full back Bruce Miller. The 49ers expect him to be back no later than the September 8th game which means he will miss weeks 1 and 2 of the regular season.

NFL HALL OF FAME GAME

Sunday night we witness the annual Hall of Fame game played between the MIAMI DOLPHINS and DALLAS COWBOYS. Both teams came into this game with uncertainties on the season and on and off of the field. First quarter the cowboys would be lead by Phillip Tanner getting a one yard gain to get in the en zone and score the first points of the game for the cowboys, and Dan Bailey would get the extra point for the cowboys, putting them ahead at the end of the first quarter 7-0. Second quarter the cowboys would continue there dominance with another drive that would end in a field goal by Dan Bailey. The following drive for the dolphins would result in a interception, that would lead to a  touch down by Devonte Holloman getting a 75 yard return, and Dan Bailey making the extra point. The next drive by the dolphins would be successful and by the end of the second quarter the dolphins would only be down by 14. In the third quarter both teams would not have a success ful drive. Fourth quarter the Miami Dolphins Keenan Davis would receive a big time pass from Pat Devlin to give them a touch down and the extra point would be good, putting them only behind by 7. Later on in the quarter, the drive for the dolphins,they would come up big again with Dan Carpenter getting a must need 45 yard field goal, putting the dolphins down by 4. The Following drive, the cowboys would take control and would get another touch down by Kendial Lawrence and the extra point would be good. By the final drive of the game, the cowboys would be up 24-17, but the Miami dolphins still believed they had a chance to win the game. The next drive for the dolphins Kyle Miller would catch a 5 yard pass from Matt Moore with only 26 seconds to go in the game and Dan Carpenters kick would be good. The dolphins tried to make a much needed comeback in the fourth , but it was to little to late, and the cowboys would go on to win the first NFL Pre season Game of the 2013-2014 season 24-20.

NFL HALL OF FAME 2013

Tonight, will be a night to remember in the NFL, as seven new members (class of 2013) were inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame has over 120 members, and tonight, marked the 50th ceremony for the induction. Among the inductees were Cris Carter, Warren Sapp, Jonathan Ogden, Dave Robinson, Larry Allen, Bill Parcells, and Curley Culp. Carter was especially excited about tonight because he had been waiting so long for the moment to be inducted into the hall of fame. Carter needed six tries to make the Hall of Fame even though when he retired he was the number two career receiver behind Jerry Rice. "I appreciate the process you have to go through to get to be a hall of famer," Carter expressed Saturday.  Parcells also expressed his excitement for being inducted into the Hall of fame. "There's a kinship created that lasts for the rest of your life." Parcells spoke about Saturday. Parcells was one of the most successful coaches of all time so he was truly a gift to the League winning numerous coach of the year awards (1986 and 1994) and the Hall of Fame. Also Among the stand outs tonight was Defensive tackle Warren Sapp. Warren Sapp became only the second Tampa Bay Buccaneer to be inducted into the Hall of fame, and he was accompanied tonight by his 15 year old daughter Mercedes. Sapp expressed during his Hall of Fame speech, that the rode to the top wasn't all that easy , "That Dirt road was something rough, We sure turned it into something special." This Hall of Fame induction will be one to remember.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAY 9

Saturday,  was a very hard day for a lot of the teams in the NFL. Injury struck numerous teams on Saturday at day number 9 of training camp. The Buffalo Bills were having there share of hurt, when Kevin Kolb went down at training camp on Saturday. Kolb this season at training camp was competing with rookie quarterback EJ Manuel Saturday for the starting quarterback job for the Buffalo Bills, when he injured his left knee. Reportedly Kolb landed wrong when he slipped and stumbled awkwardly while changing fields between practice drills. Coach Marrone told reporters Saturday he doesn't think that the injury will be detrimental to the team, but he will keep a close eye on the situation. Also on Saturday Coach Marrone gave a update on starting Bills receiver Stevie Johnson, saying the receiver should be able to go, in week two of the preseason, because of a pulled hamstring. Also on Saturday we learned of the struggles that are still lingering with the New York Jets this season. The jets have had there share of problems in the past two years, from Mark Sanchez not living up to his full potential and the offensive line being blamed for the teams struggles offensively  this past season. On Saturday the Jets had there annual Green and White scrimmage, and things didn't go as planned. Mark Sanchez through a interception pass to Jets cornerback Antonio Cromartie, after the pass was intercepted, there was a huge "booo" in the crowd, and Antonio gave his thoughts on the crowds reaction saturday after the game. "I think that's bull crap." Sanchez was 6 for 11 with 93 yards on the scrimmage on saturday. Smith completed 9 of 16 passes for 77 yards. Rex Ryan was very impressed with the rookies performance, and had some words about the rookie quarter back saturday after the scrimmage "he was absolutely tremendous", Ryan said. When asked about Sanchez performance Ryan told reporters "Some good moments and some bad moments." This should make for a very exciting season for all teams, as the beginning of the preseason begins sunday night with the Dallas Cowboys vs the Miami Dolphins.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAY 8

As we get closer to Sunday, and the end of training camp we are getting to see certain teams true colors to say the least. This past week has been a week of injuries for various teams. New York Giants Justin Pugh , rookie right tackle was diagnosed with a concussion Friday after a very  detrimental hit on Thursday. The Giants Right Tackle complained of head aches following Thursdays practice and was diagnosed with a concussion on Friday afternoon. Tom Coughlin explained to reporters the progress of Pugh concussion Friday. "He's going through all of the (concussion) protol, So he'll be out until he passes all that protocol." The New York Giants also expressed on Friday there worries about cornerback Corey Webster. Webster didn't practice Friday, because of groin strain. Tom Coughlin explained to reporters his thoughts on the injury and progress,"(Corey and the medical staff) are going to do what they have to do to turn that into something difficult." The giants are also dilling with some non serve injuries on there roster. The team is hopeing these injuries will be taken care of before, the first regular season game. Along with injuries this past week there have been various suspensions, starting with Baltimore Ravens starting corner back Asa Jackson. Jackson violated the leagues policy on performance- enhancing substances. Jackson will miss the first 8 games of the Ravens Regular season, because of the violation, and will also have no pay. John Harbaugh, Ravens Head Coach expressed his thoughts on the suspension Friday. "My reaction to that is that you've got to follow the rules, If you don't follow the rules you get suspended. That's a fair rule, there's no place for that, and he's getting what he deserves," Harbough said after practice Friday. We also have a update on the status of Tony Romo for the Hall of Fame Game and the Kick off  to the NFL pre season. Tony Romo explained to reporters Friday, that it might not be in the best interest for the team to let him play this weekend in the pre season opener. "I don't think they're talking about some of us going to play on Sunday, It's whatever Coach tells you. They know what's best for our football team." Romo told reporters at the end of Friday's practice.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAYS 6 and 7

This past week has been very adventurous to say the least at NFL teams training camps. From the large crowds lining up around 4 and 5 am to the players giving a outstanding performance for the fans, over all this has been one of the most memorable training camps in NFL history. The past few days haven't been all joys for every team.  The Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams was examined tuesday on a left foot injury. Williams reportedly returned back to practice Wednesday, with no injuries, but he still had soreness in the foot he told reporters wednesday "I can't discuss anything regarding being sore or bruises, aches, or anything like that. " We will see in the coming weeks as we get closer to the season opener,  if this is a serious detrimental injury or not. Also on Thursday we heard of the long road Percy Harvin of the Seattle Seahawks will face as he makes a long recovery, from his hip surgery Thursday. Coach Carroll told reporters Thursday, that the surgery went as planned and that the team doesn't have a exact time as to when Harvin will return. The 49 ers also had bad news Thursday after they heard, that there starting corner back Chris Culliver will be out for the rest of the season, because of a torn ACL. The San Francisco cornerback was carted off the field Thursday, after 45 minutes of practicing because of a hit to his left knee. This past season the corner back had 47 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble. After practice Thursday 49 ers head coach Jim Harbaugh expressed to reporters that now this is someone elses opportunity to step up and show what they can bring to the team. "What it means right now is there are some guys getting an opportunity to show what they can do, which is a positive there. "