If Bears Can Overcome Cutler and Trestman, They Have a Chance vs. Patriots

The Bears are catching the banged up Pats at just the right time, but they’ll need a different strategy than the one that’s lost them three of the last four.
No Misprint: Lions’ Defense Has the Look of an Elite Unit

The Detroit Lions came into the season stacked on offense but it’s been their defense that has them in first place in the NFC North.
Mike McCoy Brings Out the Best in Philip Rivers, and That Has the Chargers Rolling

Head coach Mike McCoy has brought out the best in Philip Rivers and the veteran quarterback has his team playing like a true contender.
DeMarco Murray Carrying Cowboys on His Back, and They Must Continue to Ride Him

While critics decry DeMarco Murray’s usage, history shows that his workload can be sustainable over a full season.
Mayo, Ridley Injuries Will Force Patriots to Dig Deep to Retain Elite Status

The New England Patriots head into Thursday night without two of their top stars to face a New York Jets team reeling from five straight losses.
Innovative Kelly Still Has Much To Learn With The Eagles

No matter how “smart” Chip Kelly is, his players are not going to win if their energy wanes in the middle of games.
Slow-Starting Packers Know That it Takes More Than Rodgers to Dominate

Head coach Mike McCarthy has built a contender around top quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the Packers’ season is finally starting to take shape.
Nick Foles Gets His Chance to Start Writing His Own Legacy vs. Giants

Nick Foles is now at the point in his career where he either proves to be a great quarterback or establishes himself as just ‘good.’