Jordan Chooses Broncos

A source confirmed Jordan has agreed with Denver on a two-year, $2.5 million deal.

Well McDaniel's is getting all of his players back from New England. After signing Correll Buckhalter and J.J. Arrington this will be a good pick-up. If you remember last year the Broncos went through what seemed to be a million runningbacks, so now they at least have depth. None of the guys they have signed are featured backs, but on Denver anyone can be successful. I like Jordan and have a lot of faith in him for no reason. Jordan will probably finish the season with around 700 yards with 4 touchdowns.

Patriots 13 Bills 0

The game was in the toughest conditions you can play in, but the Patriots were able to weather the storm, and give themselves a chance to make the playoffs. The wind was so bad that they had to delay the game to level the goal posts, so there was a lot of going for it on 4th down. The difference in this game was the play calling. Buffalo had no clock management and really blew the game when they tried to throw on a 4th and 2.

Matt Cassel's stats don't show how well he played in this game. He was able to hit the passes he needed to, and even ran to convert some very important first downs. The Patriots ran Morris and Jordan a total of 44 times, and although they didn't have a lot of yards per carry, they battered the Bills around. The Patriots are now 11-5, but still have to hope either the Jets or Jaguars win. We will have more on this as the 4pm games come to a close. Go Pats!!!

-BMack

Patriots 49 Raiders 26

Man I knew the Raiders were bad, but wow. The Patriots dominated this game from kickoff. The great story coming out of this game was the play of Matt Cassel, who lost his dad this week. I know this story will not get any of the same air time that Favre got for doing basically the same thing, but you have to give props to a guy who preformed so well after such a tragic loss. Cassel threw for 4 TDs, but it was the running game that stole the show on offense, as Jordan and Morris combined for 214 yards and 2 TDs.

This game really had to do a lot more with how bad the Raiders are, then how good the Patriots plaid, but a win is a win, and the Patriots kept their playoff hopes alive. The good news is the Patriots now have the same record as the dolphins in the AFC, and since they have the same record in the AFC East, they are in god shape. The Dolphins and Jets are going to play each other the last week of the season, which could put the Patriots in a good spot, if they can win their last two games. I really do expect the Patriots to be in the playoffs, but we shall see how they do as they face Arizona next week.

Oh yea, and Moss TD celebrations were hilarious, because I hate the Raiders.

-BMack

Patriots To Be Without Morris, Jordan Again

The Patriots once again will be without 2 of their running backs. Jordan (calf), and Morris (knee) will be out for the Patriots game vs the Colts. It is really too bad, because the Colts run defense is so bad that either one of these guys could have gone off. I liked what I saw from BenJarvus Green-Ellis last week, and Kevin Faulk has been great all year. Even without those 2 running backs I think the Patriots can still establish a solid running game, which hopefully will open things up for Cassel, who has been playing much better over the past couple of weeks.

-BMack

NFL Injury Updates

Sammy Morris - Will not play today with a knee injury.

LaMont Jordan - Will not play with an ankle injury, that leaves the Pats with Kevin Faulk, BenJarvus Green-Ellis, and Heath Evan in the backfield.

Steven Jackson - Will not play today, because of a thigh injury. Antonio Pittman will start in his place.

Tony Romo - Is still out with a broken finger, Johnson will get another start. Hopefully he never plays again.

Clinton Portis - Will play today. He is always banged up, but might be the best RB in the NFL so far.

Brian Westbrook - The bye week helped, and his ribs seems like they have healed up. The Eagles certainly need him.

Anquan Boldin - Will play today, but he will only play 30-35 plays. After that hit it's good to see him back on the field.

That's all I got for now.

-BMack

Patriots Running Out Of RBs

Well after I came out and said that I expected LaMont Jordan to play this Sunday, it is looking less and less likely like that is going to happen. The Patriots have announced that Morris, and Jordan are now doubtful for the game against the Rams. That leaves the Patriots will only 3 running backs left. Kevin Faulk, rookie BenJarvus Green-Ellis (who was just picked up last week from the practice squad), and fullback Heath Evans. I love Kevin Faulk, but he is not a full time back, so the Patriots are going to have to use Evans for short yardage. I have a feeling there is going to be a lot on Matt Cassel's table. The good news is that the Rams defense is weak, and I really expect Cassel, Welker, and Moss to have another big week.

-BMack

Patriots Injury Updates

The good news is that Jarvis Green and Nick Kaczur were spotted practicing during the media part of the Patriots practice today. The bad news is that LaMont Jordan and Sammy Morris were not seen. Jordan was practicing earlier in the week, so I expect him to play, but I don't think we will see Morris this weekend. It will be good to have Green back out there, as it gives the Pat a lot more flexibility on the defensive line, and he can be a very affective pass rusher. Having Kaczur back can only help Cassel, who is coming of a week in which he won Offensive Player of The Week. The Pats play the Rams at Foxboro, and I really expect them to dominate.

-BMack

Patriots Injured RBs Update

The Patriots have some questions about what their running back situation is going to be like from the game vs. the Rams this week. Morris had a hell of a game against the Broncos, but left with a knee injury, and Jordan hasn't played in a couple games since hurting his calf. The good news is that Jordan is back at practice, and it looks like he will be able to go with week. Morris is another story. He didn't participate, and my gut feeling is that we will not see him this week. That leaves the Patriots with Faulk, and Jordan in the backfield. Which against any other team I would be worried about, but I don't think the Pats will have a heard time to get past a very bad Rams team.

-BMack

Patriots Injury Updates

Patriots have a couple injuries this week. Here is a list of who haven't practiced (or have been limited) this week:

1. RB Laurence Maroney (shoulder)- Injured his shoulder in the last game against the Jets, but was able to come back late in the game. I actually don't think he will be playing this week, since the Patriots seem to like Morris better anyways, and can use Faulk for 3rd downs. Also, the Pats are playing the Dolphins this weekend, so they really don't need him.

2. RB LaMont Jordan (foot)- I don't think this is anything serious, and I expect him to be out there this weekend.

3. WR Kelley Washington (ankle)- An underrated player on this Patriots team. Doesn't do much at WR, but is a great special team player. He is listed as questionable, and I think he will be a game time decision.

4. DT Vince Wilfork (back)- This is just precautionary. I would be shocked if he doesn't play, and is really the key to the entire Pats defense.

-BMack