Author: Jorden Hampton

Linebacker Alec Ogletree officially retired from the NFL on Wednesday, June 21. Ogletree revealed the news of his retirement on social media. https://www.instagram.com/p/CtuPFE2uU_W/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Ogletree was drafted by the then-St. Louis Rams in 2013. Ogletree last played for the Chicago Bears in 2021. Ogletree also played for the New York Jets and New York Giants. Ogletree was a serviceable football player and flashed on the field. Ogletree’s best years were spent with the Rams. Ogletree was named second-team All-Pro in 2016 and was named to the Pro Football Writers All-Rookie team in 2016. Ogletree tallied 764 tackles, 7.5 sacks, 13…

The New York Jets enter the 2023 season looking to make the playoffs for the first time since 2011. Gang Green has received a substantial amount of praise. Their biggest move was acquiring quarterback Aaron Rodgers. To succeed Head Coach Robert Saleh must do a great job coaching. Saleh is a great defensive mind who knows how to build a strong defense. Some sports analysts believe the defense will help the Jets win the Super Bowl. Is 2023 a make-or-break season for Robert Saleh? I believe so and will elaborate on my stance in this article. Robert Saleh VS Todd…

Former Seattle Seahawks Tight End Luke Willson said, “I was not going to put my body, mind and soul for a team that eventually went 7-10. Willson delivered the news Monday during K.J. Wright’s YouTube Show K.J. All Day. Willson didn’t like how things ended in Seattle. According to Willson, practices during the 2021 offseason were bad. Willson didn’t see the value of playing for the Seahawks. Willson was diagnosed with severe pericardial effusion. Severe pericardial effusion is when fluid builds up in a person’s heart. The medical condition caused Willson to spend time in the emergency room. Willson eventually…

Hawaii football has received attention from Sportswriter Phil Steele. Steele selected seven players and put them on his Preseason All-Mountain West team. The list was officially released on Tuesday. Hawaii football fans should be pleased with the list. These players will help Hawaii during the upcoming season. The list shows Hawaii has solid players at various positions. Players who made the list are shown below. Cornerback Cameron Stone (First-Team Defense) Stone transferred to Hawaii from the University of Wyoming. Stone recorded 45 tackles, 10 pass breakups and two interceptions at Wyoming. Stone’s 10-pass breakups were second in the Mountain West.…

Former Indianapolis Colts Kicker Rodrigo Blankenship signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Thursday according to NFL Reporter Ian Rapoport. Blankenship completed 80 percent of his kicks in 2022. Since 2020, Blankenship has made 47 field goals out of 56 tries. Blankenship was undrafted and played college football at Georgia. Blankenship lasted kicked for the Arizona Cardinals on October 20, 2022. Blankenship made two field goals and two extra points. Blankenship was waived by the Cardinals in November. Blankenship was Indy’s top kicker for a couple of seasons. However, injuries and poor kicking cost Blankenship’s job with Indianapolis. Another Chance  Blankenship’s…

Indianapolis Colts Rookie Safety Daniel Scott tore his anterior cruciate ligament at practice Wednesday and is out for the season according to ESPN Reporter Adam Schefter. Scott’s season ended prematurely and now he focuses on rehabbing. Scott was a productive player at the University of California. Scott finished his collegiate career with 207 tackles. Scott recorded a sack, 14 pass deflections, seven interceptions, three forced fumbles and recovered a fumble. Scott’s injury is brutal and will set him back for months to come. The hope is Scott comes back stronger and ready to make an impact on Indy’s roster. Scott…

Kansas City Chiefs Running Back Clyde Edwards-Helaire’s 2022 season was filled with ups and downs. Edwards-Helaire shared his perspective on the season during a media interview. Edwards-Helaire wasn’t fazed and did his best to return to the gridiron. Edwards- Helaire said,” There were some things, some trials and tribulations throughout that time but it was never just down and out. I was just doing the things I needed to do in the building (and) outside the building in order to get to the position that I am today as far as practicing.” Edwards-Helaire was expected to be Kansas City’s top…

It’s a Hard Knock life for a running back. Multiple NFL running backs have been in the news this offseason. New York Giants Running Back Saquon Barkley is the latest running back making headlines. Barkley is planning on missing the Giant’s mandatory minicamp. Barkley hasn’t signed his $10.1 million franchise tag. Barkley isn’t rushing to get a new deal done. Barkley wants to wait until July 17 to talk with the Giant’s front office. Barkley said, “For me, it’s like we got until July 17,” Barkley said, according to Andrew Crane of the New York Post. “They can say what they…

The 2023 offseason has been eventful for the Minnesota Vikings. Star Running Back Dalvin Cook is set to be released Friday according to NFL Network Reporter Tom Pelissero. Cook’s name has been in the headlines for weeks. Sports reporters believe Cook will land with the Miami Dolphins. The Broncos could also pursue Cook. Cook’s production has been top-notch. Cook has rushed for 5,993 yards which ranks third in Vikings’ history. Cook has scored 47 touchdowns. Where are the Vikings Going? The Minnesota Vikings enjoyed a successful 2022 season. Vikings football went 13-4 and won the NFC North. Wide Receiver…

Indianapolis Colts Cornerback Isaiah Rodgers was identified as the Colts player who violated the NFL’s gambling policy according to sources.  The news regarding Rodgers was released on June 5. NFL players aren’t allowed to place bets on NFL games. Rodgers is currently being investigated by the league.  Rodgers could face a significant suspension if found guilty of betting on Colts’ games. According to sources over 100 bets were placed on a gambling website. The account was linked to an associate of Rodgers. Bets ranged from $25-$50 dollars. Rodgers took responsibility for his poor judgment.  Rodgers said, “I know I have…