Giants
Kratch NJ.com: Chargers at Giants NFL Week 5 weather report: Will rain impact game, fantasy football?
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/chargers_at_giants_nfl_week_5_fantasy_football_wea.html
Serby NYP: Giants need to snap first-quarter bugaboo, or it will get ugly
http://nypost.com/2017/10/07/giants-need-to-snap-first-quarter-bugaboo-or-it-will-get-ugly/
Traina B/R: 7 Keys to Victory in New York Giants' Week 5 Matchup
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2736968-7-keys-to-victory-in-new-york-giants-week-5-matchup
Magliocchetti Inside Football: Preview: Los Angeles Chargers at New York Giants
https://insidefootball.com/preview-los-angeles-chargers-new-york-giants/
Traina Inside Football: New York Giants Reader Mailbag: Eye Toward the Future
https://insidefootball.com/new-york-giants-reader-mailbag-eye-toward-future/
Coach
Kussoy NYP: McAdoo: Giants not that different from last year’s playoff team
http://nypost.com/2017/10/07/mcadoo-giants-not-that-different-from-last-years-playoff-team/
Red NYDN: Ben McAdoo: Beckham's comments about predictability a 'non-issue'
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/ben-mcadoo-beckham-comments-predictability-non-issue-article-1.3545614
Duggan NJ.com: McAdoo says offensive predictability is a 'non-issue'
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/giants_coach_ben_mcadoo_says_offensive_predictabil.html
Offense
Pflum BBV: Giants vs. Chargers: When The Giants Have The Ball
https://www.bigblueview.com/2017/10/5/16418094/ny-giants-chargers-offense-offensive-line-engram-fluker-manning-rivers
OC
Kussoy NYP: Giants coach: Buccaneer CB’s claim might be bogus
http://nypost.com/2017/10/06/giants-coach-buccaneer-cbs-claim-might-be-bogus/
QB
Eisen Giants.com: Manning and Rivers forever linked by Draft Day trade
http://giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Manning-and-Rivers-forever-linked-by-Draft-Day-trade/639b55ac-a9cf-443d-836e-be7dc0035a55
Glauber Newsday: Giants QB Eli Manning can thank Ernie Accorsi for keeping him out of San Diego — and he did
http://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/bob-glauber/giants-qb-eli-manning-can-thank-ernie-accorsi-for-keeping-him-out-of-san-diego-and-he-did-1.14377281
RB
Stapleton The Record: All aboard the Wayne Train: Rookie RB Gallman ready to go in Big Blue backfield
http://www.northjersey.com/story/sports/nfl/giants/2017/10/06/all-aboard-wayne-train-rookie-rb-gallman-ready-go-big-blue-backfield/739907001/
Rock Newsday: Low-key Wayne Gallman expected to be high-volume in Giants’ backfield
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/low-key-wayne-gallman-expected-to-be-high-volume-in-giants-backfield-1.14373158
RV SNY: Wayne Gallman will get chance to help Giants' struggling running game
https://www.sny.tv/giants/news/wayne-gallman-will-get-chance-to-help-giants-struggling-running-game/257410094
Eisen Giants.com: Wayne Gallman aims to build off impressive debut
http://www.giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Wayne-Gallman-aims-to-build-off-impressive-debut/ecb72600-de9c-4eb2-80ab-05d332ac72f6
WR
Red NYDN: Beckham injury not expected to cramp Big Blue’s style Sunday
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/beckham-injury-not-expected-cramp-big-blue-style-sunday-article-1.3546020
Kratch NJ.com: Giants' Brandon Marshall on mental health awareness: 'That's what I want my legacy to be'
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/giants_brandon_marshall_on_mental_health_awareness.html
OL
Raanan ESPN NY: String of scary pass-rushers awaits Giants' struggling tackles
http://www.espn.com/blog/nfceast/post/_/id/78228/string-of-scary-pass-rushers-awaits-giants-struggling-tackles
Duggan NJ.com: Giants offensive line plagued by fundamental flaws
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/giants_offensive_line_plagued_by_fundamental_flaws.html
Kussoy NYP: Giants’ latest offensive line shakeup could be their riskiest
http://nypost.com/2017/10/06/giants-latest-offensive-line-shakeup-could-be-their-riskiest/
Kussoy NYP: Giants’ offensive line will be without at least one starter
http://nypost.com/2017/10/06/giants-o-line-will-be-without-at-least-one-starter/
C
Eisen Giants.com: Giants turn to Brett Jones to snap
http://giants.com/news-and-blogs/article-1/Giants-turn-to-Brett-Jones-to-snap/c677986f-1673-4332-9caa-4ba29e3ea26c
Defense
Pizzuta BBV: Giants vs. Chargers 2017, Week 5: When The Chargers Have The Ball
https://www.bigblueview.com/2017/10/6/16435830/giants-vs-chargers-2017-week-5-when-the-chargers-have-the-ball
DT
Duggan NJ.com: Is Johnathan Hankins' departure the reason for the Giants run defense's collapse?
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/is_johnathan_hankins_departure_the_reason_for_the.html
DE
Valentine BBV: One-On-One With Giants Rookie DE Avery Moss
https://www.bigblueview.com/2017/10/6/16435324/one-on-one-with-ny-giants-rookie-de-avery-moss
CB
Rock Newsday: Giants’ Eli Apple won’t let himself be beaten down over TDs
http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-eli-apple-won-t-let-himself-be-beaten-down-over-tds-1.14370501
Healy NYDN: Eli Apple doesn't lack for confidence despite sophomore struggles
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/eli-apple-doesn-lack-confidence-sophomore-struggles-article-1.3543266
SS
Kussoy NYP: Landon Collins reveals formula for regaining his All-Pro form
http://nypost.com/2017/10/06/landon-collins-reveals-formula-for-regaining-his-all-pro-form/
PK
Stapleton The Record: Giants remain confident in kicker Aldrick Rosas' resiliency
http://www.northjersey.com/story/sports/nfl/giants/2017/10/06/giants-confident-rosas-resiliency-but-kickers-life-either-sadness-euphoria/739133001/
NFL
Breer MMQB: Cowboys-Packers, Bears-Vikings: Previewing the NFL's Biggest Games in Week 5
https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/06/cowboys-packers-bears-vikings-nfl-schedule-week-5
Benoit MMQB: Rams Can Expose the Seahawks on Both Sides of the Ball
Plus, why Xavier Rhodes has been the best cornerback in the NFL through four weeks, Ameer Abdullah and Casey Hayward impress, and why Cam Newton should have just pointed out how well Devin Funchess played
https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/06/week-5-preview-rams-seahawks-jared-goff-russell-wilson-cam-newton-devin-funchess
Klemko MMQB: Football in America: The Family Game in Minnesota
From a farm town of 700 where fans watch from the hillside to a packed Vikings stadium that serves as a Sunday sanctuary in all weather, there’s a feeling of home to football in the Twin
https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/04/football-america-minnesota
ATLANTA
Ledbetter AJC: At season’s quarter pole, Dan Quinn likes Falcons’ new coordinators
http://www.myajc.comcoordinatorscdztlr7q9brrpbf9dvnjzm/
Ledbetter AJC: Falcons staying patient with rookie class
http://www.accessatlanta.com/sports/football/falcons-staying-patient-with-rookie-class/UEE3PhVzpUgvpMwrnA3L9M/
Ledbetter AJC: The Bow Tie Chronicles: Alex Mack reflects on the bye week, short yardage chess game
http://www.accessatlanta.com/sports/football/the-bow-tie-chronicles-alex-mack-reflects-the-bye-week-short-yardage-chess-game/67Qy21sCoSZFl6iPfnT4wL/
BALTIMORE
Zrebiec Baltimore Sun: Ravens news, notes and opinions on value of Brandon Williams, Collins' third chance, fixing offense
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/ravens-insider/bs-sp-ravens-news-notes-williams-flacco-20171003-story.html
Lee Baltimore Sun: High number of penalties does not worry Ravens coach John Harbaugh
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/ravens-insider/bs-sp-ravens-john-harbaugh-not-concerned-about-penalties-20171006-story.html
Hensley ESPN Baltimore: Marty Mornhinweg offers few solutions to Ravens' scoring-challenged offense
http://www.espn.com/blog/baltimore-ravens/post/_/id/39487/marty-mornhinweg-offers-few-solutions-to-ravens-scoring-challenged-offense
Lee Baltimore Sun: Ravens defense searching for ways to revive suddenly dormant pass rush
http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/ravens/ravens-insider/bs-sp-fixing-pass-rush-top-priority-for-ravens-20171006-story.html
Hensley ESPN Baltimore: Terrell Suggs' message to improve Ravens' defense: 'Don't be an idiot'
http://www.espn.com/blog/baltimore-ravens/post/_/id/39471/terrell-suggs-message-to-improve-ravens-defense-dont-be-an-idiot
CAROLINA
Person Charlotte Observer: Panthers’ Jonathan Stewart won’t talk about himself, so we asked others. And, wow
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article177427116.html
Person Charlotte Observer: Panthers tackle Matt Kalil questionable for Lions game with groin injury
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/nfl-blog/article177226386.html
Rodrigue Charlotte Observer: Six degrees of Pepper-ation? Quarterbacks just can’t seem to avoid Julius Peppers
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article177079121.html
Person Charlotte Observer: Message hidden in Panthers’ signing of veteran safety Jairus Byrd is loud and clear
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article177197736.html
CHICAGO
Biggs Chicago Tribune: Bears Q& A: Mike Glennon intrigue, Mitch Trubisky-Tanner Gentry connection, defense
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-mike-glennon-mitch-trubisky-bears-mailbag-20171004-story.html
Wiederer Chicago Tribune: Bears have successful blueprint to attack aggressive Vikings defense
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-bears-vikings-blueprint-spt-1006-20171005-story.html
Kane Chicago Tribune: Dowell Loggains: Mitch Trubisky as close to ready as any rookie he's seen
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-dowell-loggains-mitch-trubisky-ready-spt-1006-20171005-story.html
Biggs Chicago Tribune: Receivers have chance to be better with Mitch Trubisky … and they'd better be
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/columnists/ct-mitch-trubisky-bears-receivers-biggs-spt-1006-20171005-column.html
CINCINNATI
Terrell ESPN Cincinnati: A tale of two tackles: The Bengals clearly miss Andrew Whitworth during 1-3 start
http://www.espn.com/blog/cincinnati-bengals/post/_/id/28365/a-tale-of-two-tackles-the-bengals-clearly-miss-andrew-whitworth-during-1-3-start
Dehner Cin Enquirer: Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carl Lawson earning respect along with pressures
http://www.cincinnati.com/story/sports/nfl/bengals/2017/10/06/cincinnati-bengals-defensive-end-carl-lawson-earning-respect-along-pressures/737229001/
CLEVELAND
Labbe Cleveland Plain Dealer: Trying week calls progress of Browns plan into question, but Sashi Brown remains steadfast
https://articles.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/sashi_brown_cleveland_browns_1.amp
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: Hue Jackson: 'I believe in Isaiah Crowell' and 3 other things we learned
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/hue_jackson_i_believe_in_isaia.html
Labbe Cleveland Plain Dealer: James Burgess has waited -- and worked -- for his opportunity with the Browns
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/james_burgess_cleveland_browns.html
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: Myles Garrett looking to score 'a fat guy's touchdown' in his debut against the Jets
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/myles_garrett_looking_to_score.html
DALLAS
Schwartz SB Nation: The Cowboys’ offense is struggling, but there’s no reason to panic
https://www.sbnation.com/platform/amp/2017/10/6/16434362/dallas-cowboys-offense-dak-prescott-ezekiel-elliott-dez-bryant-offensive-line
Shook NFL.com: New O-line pieces, slower Elliott hurting Cowboys' rushing game
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000857482/article/new-oline-pieces-slower-elliott-hurting-cowboys-rushing-game
Archer ESPN Dallas: Cowboys must find way to get Cole Beasley involved in offense
[url]http://www.espn.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/251449/cowboys-must-find-way-to-get-cole-beasley-involved-in-offense
Archer ESPN Dallas: Taco Charlton, Cowboys coaches want more production
http://www.espn.com/blog/nfceast/post/_/id/78230/taco-charlton-cowboys-coaches-want-more-production
Epstein Dallas Morning News: Chidobe Awuzie wants you to know something about his matchup with Aaron Rodgers
https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/dallas-cowboys/cowboys/2017/10/06/chidobe-awuzie-wants-know-aaron-rodgers-magic-factor-cowboys-cb-ready-make-play
DENVER
George SB Nation: The NFL was done with Jamaal Charles, but he wasn’t done with it
https://www.sbnation.com/2017/10/5/16430070/jamaal-charles-broncos-nfl-career-playoffs-super-bowl-goals
Kosmider Denver Post: Wide receiver Bennie Fowler making most of larger role with Broncos; team to “force” rest
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/04/bennie-fowler-makes-impact-broncos/
Jhabalva Denver Post: For Broncos’ revamped O-line, pass protection still a work in progress
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/02/broncos-offensive-line-pass-protection/
Jhabalva Denver Post: The Broncos’ defense has been a run-stopping force. But here’s “the crazy part” …
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/06/broncos-defense-ceiling/
Jhabalva Denver Post: One key signing in March helped Broncos’ defense reach new heights
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/04/domata-peko-broncos-run-defense/
DETROIT
Birkett Detroit Free Press: The time Jim Caldwell had a phone conversation with Bear Bryant
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/05/jim-caldwell-bear-bryant/736279001/
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Detroit Lions offense has 'a lot of meat left on the bone'
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/04/detroit-lions-offense-matthew-stafford/733789001/
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Inside the Lions: Ameer Abdullah is a more efficient RB
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/06/inside-lions-ameer-abdullah-efficiency/738740001/
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick's numbers have been declining
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/05/detroit-lions-theo-riddick/737024001/
Meinke Michigan Live: Michael Roberts moved pianos to make money in college. Then the Lions drafted him, and he retired his mother. Q& A
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2017/10/qa_michael_roberts_retired_his.html
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Lions wary of Cam Newton's running: 'I don’t think he can beat us throwing the ball'
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/05/cam-newton-running-quarterback-carolina-panthers/734932001/
Birkett Detroit Free Press: After 3 suspensions, can the Detroit Lions trust Armonty Bryant?
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/06/detroit-lions-armonty-bryant-drugs/739703001/
Meinke Michigan Live: Tahir Whitehead is playing like one of the NFL's top linebackers
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2017/10/tahir_whitehead_is_playing_lik.html
GREEN BAY
Silverstein Mil JS: McCarthy not holding back in preparation for Cowboys
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/2017/10/05/mccarthy-not-holding-back-preparation-cowboys/735628001/
Wood Mil JS: Packers' defense hopes to extend ‘slower start’ for Cowboys' offense
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/05/packers-defense-hopes-extend-slower-start-cowboys-offense/735772001/
Wood Mil JS: Packers' defensive mainstay Mike Daniels vows to play vs. Cowboys
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/06/packers-defensive-mainstay-mike-daniels-vows-play-vs-cowboys/740572001/
Wood Mil JS: Packers have 'moved forward' from Damarious Randall incident
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/05/packers-have-moved-forward-damarious-randall-incident/735849001/
Silverstein Mil JS: Packers notes: Morgan Burnett in right position to relay defensive signals
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/05/packers-notes-morgan-burnett-right-position-relay-defensive-signals/737851001/
Wood Mil JS: Packers notes: End of Clinton-Dix's streak benefits younger safeties
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/06/packers-notes-end-clinton-dixs-streak-benefits-younger-safeties/739898001/
Cohen Mil JS: Rookie Justin Vogel getting the hang of Packers' punting priorities
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/06/rookie-justin-vogel-getting-hang-packers-punting-priorities/740521001/
HOUSTON
McClsin Houston Chronicle: Deshaun Watson, Bill O'Brien growing together with Texans
http://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/columnists/mcclain/article/Deshaun-Watson-Bill-O-Brien-growing-together-12256590.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans rookie Deshaun Watson to face aggressive Chiefs defense
[url]http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-rookie-Deshaun-Watson-to-face-aggressive-12256029.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans rookie D’Onta Foreman ‘itching’ for long run
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-rookie-D-Onta-Foreman-itching-for-12258752.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans showcasing Lamar Miller's receiving skills
http://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texans/amp/Texans-showcasing-Lamar-Miller-s-receiving-skills-12256071.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans' DeAndre Hopkins enjoying new playbook wrinkles with Deshaun Watson
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-DeAndre-Hopkins-enjoying-new-playbook-12256286.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans' Will Fuller developing into a key offensive weapon
http://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-Will-Fuller-developing-into-a-key-12257015.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans' defense well-rested after routing Titans
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-defense-well-rested-after-routing-Titans-12258489.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans nose tackle D.J. Reader off to fast start
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-nose-tackle-D-J-Reader-off-to-fast-start-12258439.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: New Texans LB Ben Heeney could bolster special teams
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/New-Texans-LB-Ben-Heeney-could-bolster-special-12256247.php
INDIANAPOLIS
Holder Indianapolis Star: Insider: Why the Colts sitting Andrew Luck is a terrible idea
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2017/10/05/insider-why-colts-sitting-andrew-luck-terrible-idea/724562001/
Branch SF Chronicle: 13,256: Perspective on Frank Gore’s rushing total
http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/article/13-256-Perspective-on-Frank-Gore-s-rushing-12258520.php
Branch SF Chronicle: Fueled by love, Frank Gore capped 49ers’ career with a flourish
http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/article/Fueled-by-love-Frank-Gore-capped-49ers-career-12256593.php
JACKSONVILLE
Kaye WTLV Jacksonville: JAGUARS HC DOUG MARRONE ON THE STEELERS: THE NAMES CHANGE BUT THE PRODUCTION REMAINS THE SAME
http://www.firstcoastnews.com/mobile/article/sports/nfl/jacksonville-jaguars/jaguars-hc-doug-marrone-on-the-steelers-the-names-change-but-the-production-remains-the-same/77-480743306
Reid Florida Times Union: Third down problems hampering Jaguars’ offense
http://jacksonville.com/sports/jaguars/2017-10-04/third-down-problems-hampering-jaguars-offense
Kaye WTLV Jacksonville: IF MARQISE LEE CAN'T PLAY AGAINST THE STEELERS, WHO WILL STEP UP AT WIDE RECEIVER FOR THE JAGUARS?
http://www.firstcoastnews.com/mobile/article/amp/sports/nfl/jacksonville-jaguars/if-marqise-lee-cant-play-against-the-steelers-who-will-step-up-at-wide-receiver-for-the-jaguars/481258597
Heilman Florida Times Union: Jaguars trying to fix league’s worst run defense before facing Steelers’ Le’Veon Bell
http://jacksonville.com/sports/jaguars/2017-10-04/jaguars-trying-fix-league-s-worst-run-defense-facing-steelers-le-veon-bell
O’Halloran Florida Times Union: Jaguars Notes: Alualu will always root for former team … except Sunday
http://jacksonville.com/sports/jaguars/2017-10-06/jaguars-notes-alualu-will-always-root-former-team-except-sunday
Reid Florida Times Union: Jalen Ramsey, A.J. Bouye bracing for difficult challenge against Steelers WR Antonio Brown
http://jacksonville.com/sports/jaguars/2017-10-05/jalen-ramsey-aj-bouye-bracing-difficult-challenge-against-steelers-wr
KANSAS CITY
Kerkhoff KC Star: Deshaun Watson a Chief? Patrick Mahomes a Texan? Could’ve happened
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article177072631.html
Paylor KC Star: Rookie rave review: Kareem Hunt, Deshaun Watson on collision course
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article177308456.html
Kerkhoff KC Star: The diagnosis: sprained knee for Chiefs’ guard Duvernay-Tardif
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article176982041.html
Gregorian KC Star: Ex-Army coach Bob Sutton says many former players “do what they do” for right to protest
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/vahe-gregorian/article177324946.html
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Williams ESPN LA: Chargers LB Jatavis Brown questionable, RB Branden Oliver out
http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-chargers/post/_/id/21973/chargers-lb-jatavis-brown-questionable-vs-giants-rb-branden-oliver-out
Woike LA Times: Matchup between oldies Philip Rivers and Eli Manning could be a goodie
http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-report-20171004-story.html
Williams ESPN LA: NFL ironmen Philip Rivers and Eli Manning put durability on display
http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-chargers/post/_/id/21960/nfl-ironmen-philip-rivers-and-eli-manning-put-durability-on-display
Wang OC Register: Chargers RB Austin Ekeler eager to build on first career touchdown
http://www.ocregister.com/2017/10/06/chargers-rb-austin-ekeler-eager-to-build-on-first-career-touchdown/
DIGiovanna LA Times: Chargers report: Defensive backs must find the middle ground on hits
http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-20171003-story.html
LOS ANGELES RAMS
Klein LA Times: Seahawks coach Pete Carroll sees a big difference in Rams quarterback Jared Goff
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-report-20171004-story.html
Gonzalez ESPN LA: Is Todd Gurley's increased workload sustainable?
http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/35720/is-todd-gurleys-increased-workload-sustainable
Klein LA Times: Seahawks' 'Legion of Boom' backfield will be a big test for the Rams' thriving offense
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-report-20171006-story.html
Gonzalez ESPN LA: Rams spreading the ball around, and Sammy Watkins is fine with that
http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-rams/post/_/id/35746/rams-are-spreading-the-ball-around-and-sammy-watkins-is-fine-with-that
Thiry LA Times: Rams receiver Mike Thomas returns from four-game suspension
http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-rams-mike-thomas-20171005-story.html
Thiry LA Times: Andrew Whitworth's leadership sparks turnaround for Rams' offensive line
http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-rams-line-whitworth-20171006-story.html
Klein LA Times: Rams like what they see with Michael Brockers on the outside looking in on the defensive line
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-report-20171005-story.html
Klein LA Times: Greg Zuerlein piles up points and helps Rams get some kicks
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-greg-zuerlein-20171004-story.html
MIAMI
Salguero Miami Herald: 1,063 words of Miami Dolphins information out of Salguero’s notebook
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/armando-salguero/article177360696.html
Salguero Miami Herald: Jay Cutler honeymoon is over but bench him? No way
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/armando-salguero/article177052921.html
Jackson Miami Herald: Dolphins’ Jakeem Grant conundrum; Dolphins notes
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/barry-jackson/article177195046.html
Schad Palm Beach Post: Miami Dolphins should play Anthony Fasano more, Julius Thomas less
http://dailydolphin.blog.palmbeachpost.com/2017/10/06/miami-dolphins-should-play-anthony-fasano-more-julius-thomas-less/
Jackson Miami Herald: Miami Dolphins defense getting healthier
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nfl/miami-dolphins/article177270596.html
Salguero Miami Herald: Rey Maualuga will likely be doing something Sunday he hasn’t done before
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/armando-salguero/article177198146.html
Salguero Miami Herald: Byron Maxwell in the doghouse for good reason but not the one you think
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/armando-salguero/article177152871.html
MINNESOTA
Tomasson Twincities.com: Vikings’ Sam Bradford back at practice, but Jon Gruden doesn’t see him playing
http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/05/vikings-sam-bradford-back-at-practice-but-jon-gruden-doesnt-see-him-playing/amp/
Tomasson Twincities.com: Vikings sign RB Stevan Ridley to take Dalvin Cook’s spot on roster
http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/05/vikings-sign-rb-stevan-ridley-to-take-dalvin-cooks-spot-on-roster/
Goessling Minn Star Tribune: After Dalvin Cook's injury, should Vikings trade for Adrian Peterson? Don't bet on it
http://www.startribune.com/after-dalvin-cooks-injury-should-vikings-trade-for-adrian-peterson-dont-bet-on-it/449410003/
Tomasson Twinciies.com: Michael Floyd joins Vikings’ competition to be No. 3 wide receiver
http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/05/michael-floyd-joins-vikings-competition-to-be-no-3-wide-receiver/
Krammer Minn Star Tribune: Vikings' offensive line is glimmer of hope in suddenly precarious season
http://www.startribune.com/vikings-offensive-line-is-glimmer-of-hope-in-suddenly-precarious-season/449338883/
NEW ENGLAND
Volin Boston Globe: This time, Patriots’ defense held up its end
https://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/patriots/2017/10/05/this-time-patriots-defense-held-its-end/bAtLHhOjDYIogF0OSgkuCO/story.html
Reiss ESPN Boston: Penalties, short-yardage running headline Patriots' areas to improve
http://www.espn.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4806600/penalties-short-yardage-running-headline-patriots-areas-to-improve
Reiss ESPN Boston: Tom Brady on clutch WR Danny Amendola: 'He's had such a great year'
http://www.espn.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4806577/tom-brady-on-clutch-wr-danny-amendola-hes-had-such-a-great-year
Reiss ESPN Boston: Pats TE Jacob Hollister: 'If you look at how I got here, it doesn't make sense'
http://www.espn.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4806613/pats-te-jacob-hollister-if-you-look-at-how-i-got-here-it-doesnt-make-sense
Howe Boston Herald: Patriots defense got back to basics and may have found some momentum
http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/patriots/2017/10/howe_patriots_defense_got_back_to_basics_and_may_have_found_some_momentum
Talbot NY Upstate: Buffalo Bills not shocked by Stephon Gilmore's struggles: 'He has no dog in him'
http://www.newyorkupstate.com/buffalo-bills/index.ssf/2017/10/buffalo_bills_not_shocked_by_stephon_gilmores_struggles_he_has_no_dog_in_him.html
NEW ORLEANS
Teope Nola.com: Saints' Curtis Johnson looks forward to getting Willie Snead back in lineup
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2017/10/saints_curtis_johnson_looks_fo.html
Teope Nola.com: Saints' versatility on offensive line helps overcome injuries through first quarter of season
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2017/10/saints_versatility_on_offensiv.html
Erickson NO Advocate: Ryan Ramczyk's 'mental toughness' has helped Saints weather injuries at tackle
http://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/sports/saints/article_369a7372-a911-11e7-8138-7b2321740381.html
Erickson NO Advocate: Early freefall averted, Dennis Allen's next task is to keep Saints defense playing like it has the past two weeks
http://www.theadvocate.com/new_orleans/sports/saints/article_5a6cfe10-a91a-11e7-89ef-f3a98fed78c2.html
NEW YORK JETS
Mehta NYDN: Josh McCown’s Sept. 2016 warrior performance against Ravens epitomized why Jets signed him
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/jets/mccown-16-performance-ravens-epitomized-jets-signed-qb-article-1.3544139
Rubin NYP: This old Jets hallmark is now one of their biggest concerns
http://nypost.com/2017/10/07/this-old-jets-hallmark-is-now-one-of-their-biggest-concerns/amp/
OAKLAND
Gehlken LV Review Journal: Derek Carr 1 of 5 Raiders ‘questionable’ for Sunday vs. Ravens
https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/raiders-nfl/raiders/derek-carr-1-of-5-raiders-questionable-for-sunday-vs-ravens/
Gehlken LV Review Journal: Raiders’ cornerback situation in flux after 4 games
https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/raiders-nfl/raiders/raiders-cornerback-situation-in-flux-after-4-games/
PHILADELPHIA
McLane Phil.com: Eagles, 3-1 again, say they're different this time
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-doug-pederson-brent-celek-carson-wentz-malcolm-jenkins-20171006.html
Domowitch Phil.com: Carson Wentz excelling where it counts - on third down and in the red zone
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-carson-wentz-excelling-where-it-counts-on-third-down-and-in-the-red-zone-20171004.html
Bowen Phil.com: Wendell Smallwood injury, stout Cardinals defense raise a running question for the Eagles
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-wendell-smallwood-darren-sproles-legarrette-blount-corey-clement-cardinals-20171005.html
McLane Phil.com: Film Breakdown: Why Lane Johnson should make a difference
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-lane-johnson-film-breakdown-20171004.html
Bowen Phil.com: Eagles' Malcolm Jenkins admires Larry Fitzgerald's attention to detail
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-malcolm-jenkins-larry-fitzgerald-20171005.html
PITTSBURGH
Bouchette Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Le'Veon Bell is the reason for the NFL's running back resurgence
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/05/On-the-Steelers-Bell-Puts-Backs-back-in-Vogue-in-NFL-Le-veon-Bell-Leonard-Fournette-Jaguars-Ezekiel-Elliott/stories/201710050195
Bouchette Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Hines Ward sheds some light on 'diva' receivers and distractions
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/06/hines-ward-steelers-antonio-brown-tantrum-sideline-ravens-ben-roethlisberger/stories/201710050169
Fittipaldo Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Antonio Brown is sorry for 'taking away from the bigger picture'
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/06/antonio-brown-sideline-tantrum-baltimore-ben-roethlisberger-mike-tomlin/stories/201710060140
Bouchette Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Martavis Bryant on Antonio Brown's tantrum: 'I don't do that.'
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/04/martavis-bryant-antonio-brown-tantrum-gatorade-cooler-ben-roethlisberger/stories/201710040159
Bouchette Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Right tackle Marcus Gilbert doubtful for Jaguars game
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/06/marcus-gilbert-hamstring-steelers-jaguars-injury-report-nfl-week-5/stories/201710060143
Fittipaldo Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Ryan Shazier is so good at pass coverage he might change the linebacker position
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/05/Steelers-linebacker-Ryan-Shazier-Jack-Ham-interceptions-NFL-turnovers/stories/201710050192
SAN FRANCISCO
Barrows Sac Bee: 49ers’ running back past, present to be on hand Sunday; the future is hazy
http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/article177094951.html
Barrows Sac Bee: 49ers notes: ‘No doubt’ Ahkello Witherspoon sees action soon
http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/article177298741.html
Branch SF Chronicle: Hightower, Pinion part of 49ers’ strong special teams
http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/article/Hightower-Pinion-part-of-49ers-strong-special-12259549.php
SEATTLE
Condotta Seattle Times: Seahawks oft-criticized offensive line finding some solidity, now looking for consistency
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/seahawks-oft-criticized-offensive-line-finding-some-solidity-now-looking-for-consistency/
Condotta Seattle Times: How Marcus Smith went from first-round bust to one of the Seahawks’ most important players
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/how-marcus-smith-went-from-first-round-bust-to-one-of-the-seahawks-most-important-players/
Condotta Seattle Times: How Quinton Jefferson found his way back to the Seahawks and why he hopes to stick around
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/how-quinton-jefferson-found-his-way-back-to-the-seahawks-and-why-he-hopes-to-stick-around/
Condotta Seattle Times: Seahawks rookie Malik McDowell could return this season from ‘really bad concussion’ suffered in ATV accident
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/malik-mcdowell-could-return-this-season-from-really-bad-concussion-suffered-in-atv-accident/
TAMPA BAY
Stroud TB Times: Bucs' Jameis Winston: 'The quarterback has to make a play'
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/bucs-jameis-winston-the-quarterback-has-to-make-a-play/2340168?utm_source=dlvr.it& utm_medium=twitter
Auman TB Times: Doug Martin gave Bucs 'a lift' in return from suspension
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/doug-martin-gave-bucs-a-lift-in-return-from-suspension/2340167
Auman TB Times: Canadian rookie TE Antony Auclair on Bucs debut: 'Incredible'
http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/bucs/canadian-rookie-te-antony-auclair-on-bucs-debut-incredible/2340182
Stroud TB Times: Nick Folk is still Bucs' kicker even as team begins arranging tryouts for his job
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/nick-folk-is-still-bucs-kicker-even-as-team-begins-arranging-tryouts-for/2340181
Stroud TB Times: What the Bucs did to anger the kicking gods
http://www.tampabay.com/sports/football/bucs/what-the-bucs-did-to-anger-the-kicking-gods/2340204
TENNESSEE
Wolf The Tennessean: Titans: Marcus Mariota questionable, Corey Davis out vs Dolphins
http://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nfl/titans/2017/10/06/titans-marcus-mariota-questionable-corey-davis-out-vs-dolphins/739226001/
Wolf The Tennessean: Titans' Matt Cassel must 'perform and be accountable' vs. Dolphins
http://www.tennessean.com/story/sports/nfl/titans/2017/10/03/titans-matt-cassel-must-perform-and-accountable-vs-dolphins/719900001/
Kuharsky.com: Dick LeBeau explains coverage, suggests change of course
https://www.paulkuharsky.com/news/dick-lebeau-explains-coverage-suggests-change-of-course
WASHINGTON
Tesfatsion Washington Post: Redskins embrace their bye at 2-2, sense they can do something 'special'
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/football-insider/wp/2017/10/06/redskins-embrace-their-bye-at-2-2-sense-they-can-do-something-special/
Keim ESPN Washington: As Kirk Cousins' game evolves, Redskins should expect more
http://www.espn.com/blog/washington-redskins/post/_/id/33525/as-kirk-cousins-game-evolves-redskins-should-expect-more
Bullock Washington Post: Analysis | Josh Doctson's near-TD at end of loss to Chiefs came on one of Redskins' staple plays
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/football-insider/wp/2017/10/04/josh-doctsons-near-td-at-end-of-loss-to-chiefs-came-on-one-of-redskins-staple-plays/
Draft
Miller B/R: Matt Miller's Scouting Notebook: Josh Allen, the NFL and the Huge Twitter Debate
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2737050-matt-millers-scouting-notebook-josh-allen-the-nfl-and-the-huge-twitter-debate
Miller B/R: Biggest NFL Draft Steals from 2017 Class
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2736039-biggest-nfl-draft-steals-from-2017-class
Rang NFL Drsft Scout: Wondering who the top 32 NFL prospects are in college football today? My personal ranking
http://nfldraftscout.com/members/news/cfb_column.php?story_id=178176
RB
Jahns Chicago Sun Times: The Justin Jackson Story: A humble, homegrown success at Northwestern
https://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/the-justin-jackson-story-a-humble-homegrown-success-at-northwestern/
TE
Fenelon NFL.com: Troy Fumagalli is a handful for Big Ten defenses, but can NFL overlook amputated finger?
http://www.nfl.com/labs/cfb247/troy-fumagalli/troy-fumagalli.html?campaign=tw-cf-sf118452669-sf118452669& sf118452669=1& utm_source=t.co& utm_medium=referral
History
Woike LA Times: How the 0-4 Chargers in 1992 turned it around under coach Bobby Ross and made the playoffs
http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-bobby-ross-20171006-story.html
Keefer Indianapolis Star: The best Peyton Manning stories you've never heard
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2017/10/04/peyton-manning-best-stories-youve-never-heard/731585001/
Branch SF Chronicle: Wyche and Rice: The 49ers’ last game before the 1987 strike
http://sfgate.com/49ers/article/Wyche-and-Rice-The-49ers-last-game-before-the-12258686.php
Branch SF Chronicle: 30 years ago in 49ers’ history: The night Bill Walsh ran the wishbone
http://www.sfchronicle.com/49ers/article/30-years-ago-in-49ers-history-The-night-Bill-12253916.php
Giants Birthdays 10-7
Olivier Vernon DE FA-MIA 2016 NYG 2016-2017 10-07-1990
Offense
Traina Inside Football: The Good, Bad and Ugly of the New York Giants Offense’s 1st 4 Games
https://insidefootball.com/good-bad-ugly-new-york-giants-offenses-1st-4-games/
Defense
Duggan NJ.com: Giants DC Steve Spagnuolo calls missed tackles a 'disease' | 9 random observations
http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2017/10/giants_dc_steve_spagnuolo_calls_missed_tackles_a_d.html
NFL
Monson PFF: O-Line Rankings: Pass Blocking Efficiency
“14. NEW YORK GIANTS
PFF Elite pass blocking efficiency: 78.2
While some want to decry this Giants line as horrendous, it has not been among the worst in the league, such is the state of offensive line play in 2017, and even LT Ereck Flowers is the 47th-ranked tackle in the league with an overall PFF grade of 47.0, meaning there are 17 lower-ranked starting tackles. As a unit they have surrendered 49 total pressures despite Eli Manning having the league’s second-quickest average time to throw.”
https://www.profootballfocus.com/news/pro-o-line-rankings-pass-blocking-efficiency
ATLANTA
Ledbetter AJC: Five things that have gone right for the Falcons
http://www.ajc.com/sports/football/five-things-that-have-gone-right-for-the-falcons/er1pUr4wUYtD9AUyDc9abM/
Ledbetter AJC: Five things that have gone wrong for the Falcons
http://www.ajc.com/sports/football/five-things-that-have-gone-wrong-for-the-falcons/y5fBgGpy7dwoe618c3IlvN/
Ledbetter AJC: Video review: Bills stopped Falcons with 10 men on defense
http://www.accessatlanta.com/sports/football/film-review-bills-stopped-falcons-with-men-defense/iPS5RTOlRhaPz2GromDZbL/
BUFFALO
Benoit MMQB: Should We Believe in the Buffalo Bills?
https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/04/nfl-buffalo-bills-sean-mcdermott-tyrod-taylor
Rodak ESPN Buffalo: How losing Stephon Gilmore helped Bills build a winning secondary
http://www.espn.com/blog/buffalo-bills/post/_/id/29359/how-losing-stephon-gilmore-helped-bills-build-a-winning-secondary
CAROLINA
Rodrigue Charlotte Observer: Concerned about Christian McCaffrey’s stats? Don’t be. Here’s how he’s making an impact
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article176809021.html
Person Charlotte Observer: Julius Peppers, 37, puts some old-man perspective on Panthers’ victory over Patriots
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article176562856.html
Fowler Charlotte Observer: Panthers’ Graham Gano is almost perfect in 2017. But did that sentence jinx him?
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article177526416.html
CHICAGO
Campbell Chicago Tribune: Mitch Trubisky eager to showcase readiness, growth ahead of the Bears' original schedule for him
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-mitch-trubisky-first-bears-start-20171003-story.html
Haugh Chicago Tribune: 'It' factor obvious as Mitch Trubisky officially takes over
]url]http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/columnists/ct-mitch-trubisky-haugh-spt-1004-20171003-column,amp.html[/url]
Biggs Chicago Tribune: Time is now for Mitch Trubisky to elevate struggling Bears offense
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/columnists/ct-mitch-trubisky-bears-offense-biggs-spt-1003-20171002-column.html
Jahns Chicago Sun Times: Man on the move: What Mitch Trubisky can provide the Bears’ receivers
https://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/man-on-the-move-what-mitch-trubisky-can-provide-the-bears-receivers/
CLEVELAND
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: Jets' Josh McCown: 'It's critical' to stick with Hue Jackson and 'unfair' to evaluate him until talent improves
http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/josh_mccown_the_browns_need_to.html
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: DeShone Kizer played 'lights out' against Bengals and Hue Jackson not worried about his confidence
https://articles.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/hue_jackson_says_deshone_kizer.amp
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: Browns' Kenny Britt might 'need a breather' but Hue Jackson must have a replacement
https://articles.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/browns_kenny_britt_might_need.amp
Cabot Cleveland Plain Dealer: Josh Gordon hasn't yet applied for reinstatement despite leaving rehab a week ago
https://articles.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2017/10/josh_gordon_hasnt_yet_applied.amp
DALLAS
Moore Dallas Morning News: 3 things Cowboys must improve to get off .500 mark, including area where they've struggled all season
https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/dallas-cowboys/cowboys/2017/10/02/3-things-cowboys-must-improve-get-500-mark-including-area-struggled-season
Hairopolous Dallas Morning News: An inside look into Ezekiel Elliott's court hearing, plus a timetable for decision on RB's playing status
https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/dallas-cowboys/cowboys/2017/10/02/inside-look-ezekiel-elliotts-court-hearing-plus-timetable-decision-rbs-playing-status
Moore Dallas Morning News: Ryan Switzer not losing confidence because of muffed punt: 'One play doesn't make or break anybody'
https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/dallas-cowboys/cowboys/2017/10/03/ryan-switzer-losing-confidence-muffed-punt-one-play-make-break-anybody
Renner Washington Post: Analysis | The Dallas Cowboys' once-mighty line is suddenly weak. So are their Super Bowl chances.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/fancy-stats/wp/2017/10/03/the-dallas-cowboys-once-mighty-line-is-suddenly-weak-so-are-their-super-bowl-chances/
DENVER
Kosmider Denver Post: Broncos coach Vance Joseph on red-zone woes: “We’ll fix that.”
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/02/broncos-pledge-red-zone-fix/
Kosmider Denver Post: Broncos rushing game, now with full complement of backs, may just be hitting its stride
http://www.denverpost.com/2017/10/03/broncos-rushing-game/
DETROIT
Monarrez Detroit Free Press: Who are the 3-1 Detroit Lions? They're low on stars, high on quality
http://www.freep.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2017/10/02/detroit-lions-who-these-guys/725603001/
Meinke Michigan Live: The Lions' multiple tight end packages are starting to pay off
http://www.mlive.com/lions/index.ssf/2017/10/so_this_is_what_the_lions_were.html
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Detroit Lions film review: How Anthony Zettel became sack machine
https://t.co/GRk7mv0mcx?amp=1
Birkett Detroit Free Press: Detroit Lions FS Glover Quin is team's unassuming, play-making star
https://amp.freep.com/amp/723265001
GREEN BAY
Silverstein Mil JS: Packers walking tall in spite of injuries
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/07/silverstein-packers-walking-tall-spite-injuries/740588001/
Cohen Mil JS: Rookie Justin Vogel getting the hang of Packers' punting priorities
http://www.packersnews.com/story/sports/nfl/packers/2017/10/06/rookie-justin-vogel-getting-hang-packers-punting-priorities/740521001/
HOUSTON
McClain Houston Chronicle: Texans GM pulled out the stops to land coveted QB Deshaun Watson
http://www.houstonchronicle.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-GM-pulled-out-the-stops-to-land-coveted-QB-12250895.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans' Bill O'Brien-Deshaun Watson collaborating well
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-Bill-O-Brien-Deshaun-Watson-collaborating-12250422.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Chiefs' Alex Smith says J.J. Watt remains a game-wrecker
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Chiefs-Alex-Smith-says-JJ-Watt-still-game-wrecker-12250649.php
Wilson Houston Chronicle: Texans signing DB Marcus Cromartie
http://www.chron.com/sports/texans/article/Texans-signing-DB-Marcus-Cromartie-12250831.php
INDIANAPOLIS
Holder Indianapolis Star: Colts thumbs up, down: Farley excels in bigger role; Hankins sloppy
“DT Johnathan Hankins: There’s a certain level of responsibility that comes with signing a huge free-agent contract. Not only are you expected to play a high level of football, but you’re also expected to be a player who will play sensibly and not undermine your team’s ability to win games.
Enter Hankins. After signing a three-year contract worth just shy of $30 million in the spring, Hankins had a presence throughout the game, netting a sack on Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and providing a good push against the run.
But a pair of penalties in that key third-quarter drive that started the Colts’ unraveling were inexcusable. The unnecessary roughness penalty, on which Hankins decked offensive lineman Oday Aboushi after the whistle was particularly unforgivable. The defensive holding penalty later on the drive was also killer because it offset a Seattle holding penalty that would left the Seahawks in a first-and-20 situation.
These are the kinds of little things that contribute to drives that change games, as that third-quarter Seattle possession did.”
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2017/10/02/colts-thumbs-up-down-farley-excels-bigger-role-hankins-sloppy/715886001/
Holder Indianapolis Star: Andrew Luck ready to return to practice, but he has a long way to go before he can play
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2017/10/03/andrew-luck-returns-practice/708129001/
Holder Indianapolis Star: Insider: How hoops star Jacoby Brissett became a slam dunk for the Colts
http://www.indystar.com/story/sports/nfl/colts/2017/09/29/insider-how-hoops-star-jacoby-brissett-became-slam-dunk-colts/701355001/
JACKSONVILLE
O’Halloran Florida Times Union: Jaguars Insider: Injured WR Dede Westbrook learning by watching
http://jacksonville.com/sports/jaguars/2017-10-06/jaguars-insider-injured-wr-dede-westbrook-learning-watching
KANSAS CITY
Paylor KC Star: Recap of the Chiefs’ win over Washington, “NFL Primetime” style
http://amp.kansascity.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/red-zone/article176774271.html
Paylor KC Star: Is Scrambling Alex Smith back? If so, that’s not a bad thing
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article176817811.html
Kerkhoff KC Star: Kareem Hunt’s second-half output this season would still top NFL in rushing
http://amp.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article176698756.html
Paylor KC Star: Chiefs coach Andy Reid explains decision to start Reggie Ragland
http://www.kansascity.com/sports/nfl/kansas-city-chiefs/article176830051.html
LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Williams ESPN LA: Chargers must improve run defense with leading tackler Jatavis Brown injured
http://www.espn.com/blog/los-angeles-chargers/post/_/id/21913/chargers-must-improve-run-defense-with-leading-tackler-jatavis-brown-injured
Wolke LA Times: Chargers' Casey Hayward emerges as one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL
http://www.latimes.com/sports/chargers/la-sp-chargers-hayward-giants-beckham-20171007-story.html
LOS ANGELAS RAMS
Klein LA Times: What we learned in the Rams' 35-30 victory over the Dallas Cowboys
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-what-we-learned-20171002-story.html
Klein LA Times: Rams Coach Sean McVay wants to see more PATs than FGs
http://www.latimes.com/sports/rams/la-sp-rams-report-20171003-story.html
Thiry LA Times: Rams rookie Cooper Kupp steps up in victory over Dallas Cowboys
http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-rams-cooper-kupp-20171003-story.html
Thiry LA Times: Rams rookie Tanzel Smart made first start in victory over Dallas Cowboys
http://www.latimes.com/sports/la-sp-rams-tanzel-smart-20171002-story.html
MIAMI
Salguero Miami Herald: Dolphins searching for answers but say it’s not time to panic despite dismal start
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/armando-salguero/article176465256.html
Jackson Miami Herald: Gase needs to rethink quarterback decision; Dolphins notes, fallout
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/barry-jackson/article176524436.html
Beasley Miami Herald: No happy ending in Ajayi’s homecoming. Bad Dolphins offense ‘doesn’t make sense
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/nfl/miami-dolphins/article176507321.html
MINNESOTA
Tomasson Twincities.com: Vikings RB Dalvin Cook out for the season with torn left ACL
http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/02/vikings-rb-dalvin-cook-out-for-the-season-with-torn-left-acl/
Goessling Minn Star Tribune: With Dalvin Cook hurt, Michael Floyd's return could be fortuitous for Vikings
http://www.startribune.com/with-dalvin-cook-hurt-michael-floyds-return-could-be-fortuitous-for-vikings/449047623/
Tomasson Twincities.com: DE Everson Griffen says Vikings need to win next four games
http://www.twincities.com/2017/10/02/de-everson-griffen-says-vikings-need-to-win-next-four-games/
NEW ENGLAND
Reiss ESPN Boston: With same starting five returning, why has Pats' O-line play been spotty?
http://www.espn.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4806625/with-same-starting-five-returning-why-has-pats-o-line-play-been-spotty
NEW ORLEANS
Holder Nola.com: How do QBs deal with the human nature of nerves? Spoke with Drew Brees & Peyton, Eli, Archie Manning about it
What gives Drew Brees his edge? 'I'm programmed. I'm wired.'
“Eli walked into his first start as a freshman on Newman's junior varsity team against Belle Chasse on Sept. 14, 1995. Archie and Olivia Manning watched their youngest son fight through those first-time jitters, and Newman scratched out a 7-0 win.
"Yes, he scored his first touchdown," Olivia told former Times-Picayune sports writer Dave Lagarde that day. "But he also was sacked for the first time and fumbled for the first time. At least he didn't throw an interception."
One month later, Eli unexpectedly started on the varsity squad. The job itself was daunting enough. And Peyton, of course, began his legendary career as Newman's starter.
"Your high school first start is about as nervous as it gets," Eli said in July 2017. "I was in ninth grade. We had a quarterback get hurt. I had to play that next week. You don't want to let down your teammates, especially the older guys. Hey, you're just happy to be on the squad. You're going from JV and now, hey, you've got a varsity game. Those are nerve-racking times."
Newman rolled through Fisher 35-14 on Oct. 13, 1995. The Greenies kept the training wheels on Eli that day. He completed five of his eight passes for 70 yards, including his first varsity touchdown pass to Derrick Victory. David Holmes stole the show that day with 184 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns and a 92-yard kickoff return for a score.
Fast forward to Feb. 3, 2008. Eli, now the starting quarterback for the New York Giants, walked into Super Bowl XLII with the same knots in his stomach as his first starts at Newman.
All he did was escape the grasps of the New England Patriots defenders to fire off a jump ball for David Tyree to catch on the top of his helmet while falling to the ground with about one minute left down 14-10. Three plays later, Eli took a step or two to set his feet and lofted a perfectly thrown pass to Plaxico Burress in the corner of the end zone with 35 seconds left to beat the previously undefeated Patriots.
"There's still nerves before a game," Eli said. "That's because it's still important to me. ... I think the more you just prepare and you feel confident in what you're doing, you'll do fine."
Sounds easy, right?
http://www.nola.com/saints/index.ssf/2017/10/drew_brees_peyton_manning_eli.html
PHILADELPHIA
Murphy Phil.com: The Eagles are playing like a well-coached football team
]url]http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-playing-like-well-coached-football-team-david-murphy-20171002.html[/url]
Bowen Phil.com: Eagles seem to have found an offensive identity, if they can maintain it
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-have-found-an-offensive-identity-if-they-can-maintain-it-20171002.html
Berman Phil.com: Eagles' early-season success isn't just maturity; it's also because of newcomers
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-early-season-success-due-to-maturity-newcomers-20171002.html
Berman Phil.com: Carson Wentz doesn't have big numbers through four games, but he's avoiding the negative plays
http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/philadelphia-eagles-carson-wentz-doesnt-have-big-numbers-avoiding-negative-plays-20171003.html
PITTSBURGH
Bouchette Pittsburgh Post Gazette: The Steelers put one soap opera behind them, so it's time for another
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/03/steelers-antonio-brown-tantrum-gatorade-mike-tomlin-ben-roethlisberger/stories/201710030138
Dunne B/R: Have Patience: Le'Veon Bell Says His RB Revolution Is Still Coming
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2735715-have-patience-leveon-bell-says-his-rb-revolution-is-still-coming
Fittipaldo Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Young Steelers defense has been stingy through four games
http://www.post-gazette.com/sports/steelers/2017/10/02/steelers-defense-nfl-ranks-2017-ryan-shazier-artie-burns-mike-hilton/stories/201710020164
SAN FRANCISCO
Branch SF Chronicle: 49ers’ Reuben Foster, Eric Reid could return next week
]url]http://www.sfgate.com/49ers/article/49ers-Foster-Reid-could-return-next-week-12259666.php[/url]
SEATTLE
Condotta Seattle Times: Seahawks first quarter report: Blowout of Colts a nice finish, but concerns remain
https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/seahawks/seahawks-first-quarter-report-blowout-of-colts-a-nice-finish-but-concerns-remain/
Draft
Duffy Eagles.com: Saturday Scouting: The Next Zach Ertz?
Five Matchups To Watch
1. Oklahoma QB Baker Mayfield vs. Iowa State
2. Miami RB Mark Walton vs. Florida State LBs Matthew Thomas, Jacob Pugh, & S Derwin James
3. Notre Dame WR Equanimeous St. Brown vs. North Carolina CB M.J. Stewart
4. Penn State TE Mike Gesicki vs. Northwestern S Godwin Igwebuike
5. Clemson LT Mitch Hyatt vs. Wake Forest DE Duke Ejiofor
http://philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Saturday-Scouting-The-Next-Zach-Ertz/c157a05e-ce1a-4ee7-88ec-66f1010fcb0b
Reuter NFL.com: 10 best college football players of 2017 season's first month
http://www.nfl.com/photoessays/0ap3000000856912
QB
Breer MMQB: The Sam Darnold Hype Train Slows Down
https://www.si.com/nfl/2017/10/03/sam-darnold-usc-quarterback-2018-draft-washington-state-loss
History
Gosselin Talk of Fame: STATE YOUR CASE: WHY ALL-DECADE OG BILL FRALIC DESERVES HOF CONSIDERATION
http://www.talkoffamenetwork.com/state-case-decade-og-bill-fralic-deserves-hof-consideration/
Judge Talk of Fame: HOW GOOD WAS BILLS’ RUBEN BROWN? “JUST WATCH THE TAPE”
http://www.talkoffamenetwork.com/how-good-was-ruben-brown-just-watch-the-tape/
Keim ESPN Washington: A decade after his death, a look back at Sean Taylor's best game
http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/20848497/remembering-sean-taylor-washington-redskins-oral-history-breakout-game-10-years-death
Media
Raissman NYDN: Can Odell Beckham draw eyeballs to a lousy Giants team?
http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/football/giants/odell-beckham-draw-eyeballs-lousy-giants-team-article-1.3547224