Category Archives: Jacksonville Jaguars

As The League and Free Agency Moves On, the Bears Have Yet to Address Their Most Underrated Need

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Tom Shannon

NFL Network reporter Tiffany Blackmon says that former Kansas City defensive tackle Dontari Poe will be visiting  with the Jaguars along with former Raider Latavius Murray: DT Dontari Poe is expected to visit the @Jaguars Monday, in addition to RB Latavius Murray. … Continue reading →

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NFL Points of View Week 16

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Parts of this article were originally published to Phinmaniacs on December 23. Here are some thoughts on he state of the NFL entering week 16 1.  The major issue in Buffalo right now is whether Rex Ryan will keep his job.  Reports … Continue reading →

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Some Random NFL Thoughts as Week 11 of the Season Comes to a Close

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Tom Shannon

I haven’t had a chance to post much other than game thoughts lately.  Things have been a bit hectic at work and though they show no signs of slowing down, I thought I’d try to get a post up on … Continue reading →

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Quick Game Comments: Jaguars at Bears 10/16/16

Posted on October 16, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Offense The offensive line once again did a good job protecting Brian Hoyer.  Even when the Jaguars brought the blitz on occasion they did a nice job of picking it up. Unfortunately once again I can’t say the same for … Continue reading →

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Previewing the Jaguars and Other Points of View

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Tom Shannon

• Next up for the Bears is the Jacksonville Jaguars. My first thought is that this is a very mineable game for the Bears. Even though Jacksonville beat the Colts in a sloppy, penalty filled game in London, they don’t … Continue reading →

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Ten Thoughts on the Bears Offseason Midway Through Free Agency

Posted on March 27, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Spring brings renewal and never more so than with major league baseball and spring training. Like most sports, the offseason in baseball is a time to unwind and relax. The suspense builds as another season draws near because fans miss … Continue reading →

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Quick Comments: Late Sunday Afternoon Games

Posted on September 20, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Baltimore – Oakland Oakland surprised me this game by taking Baltimore head on at the line of scrimmage and they competed very well. Quarterback Derek Carr once again had a good game this week (30/46 for 351 yes). Significantly, he … Continue reading →

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Brief Impressions: 2015 NFL Draft

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Did someone tell the ESPN crew that there was no smiling allowed on the set? I’ve never seen a more somber first round telecast in my life. There seems to be a belief around the league that second overall pick Marcus Mariota might … Continue reading →

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Drafting Pass Rush Is a Priority. But at What Price?

Posted on April 25, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune puts up his mock draft. Here are his top 10 picks: 1. Buccaneers: Jameis Winston, QB, Florida State 2. Titans: Marcus Mariota, QB, Oregon 3. Jaguars: Dante Fowler, DE, Florida 4. Raiders: Leonard Williams, … Continue reading →

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Sometimes It Isn’t Rocket Science

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Tom Shannon

Sometimes value and need meet to make for the almost perfect draft pick. That’s what I think happened to me in the “Next Fan Up” mock draft, an exercise performed by the same group I participated with last year. The … Continue reading →

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