The Pittsburgh Steelers have had more than a few issues with their star players over the past two seasons, and some of that has to do with contract situations and the overall business of the NFL. But if you ask some people around the league, there is clearly a perception that Mike Tomlin bears some of the responsibility.As part of his examination of whether or not Tomlin has lost his locker room, Bleacher Report’s Mike Freeman spoke with some assistant coaches around the NFL. One NFC South assistant had a harsh assessment of what is going on in Pittsburgh.“It’s a circus there, and Mike has no control over it,” the coach said. “He’s one of the best coaches of my generation, but the players have too much control there.”Tomlin has long been viewed as a players’ coach, and that is not necessarily a bad thing. Pete Carroll is just as into fist-pounding and chest-bumping his players as Tomlin is, and the Seattle Seahawks have enjoyed great … [Read more...] about Rival coach says Steelers are a ‘circus’ under Mike Tomlin
Memorable NASCAR feuds throughout the years
Unlike in competitions in leagues such as the NFL and NHL, NASCAR feuds, more often than not, come down to mano-a-mano showdowns. Truth be told, we've seen drivers who are teammates begin rivalries with each other after trading paint on tracks. These tremendous athletes embrace danger and face serious risks whenever they step into their vehicles, even for practices and qualifying laps. That's why memorable feuds become so personal and, in some instances, violent. These battles between all-time greats, NASCAR legends and individuals trying to make their names in the industry generate headlines, buzz and excitement. Sure, those in charge of NASCAR would prefer if drivers didn't feel a need to engage in certain extracurricular activities following races. Fans, meanwhile, look forward to these fights, just as hockey viewers enjoy watching two players go toe-to-toe on the ice. Just you wait until a mixed martial artist turns to NASCAR for a second career. … [Read more...] about Memorable NASCAR feuds throughout the years
Patriots, Browns complete Josh Gordon deal
On Wednesday morning, Bill Belichick told reporters that the Josh Gordon trade was not yet completed, despite the deal being announced by both the Patriots and Browns. Now, the deal is official. Gordon suited up for Pats practice after the Browns agreed in writing to send a conditional seventh-round pick to New England along with the talented wide receiver. In return, the Browns will receive a fifth-round pick, one that reportedly comes with no strings attached.If Gordon is not active for ten games this season, the Patriots will receive the seventh-round choice from Cleveland. Given Gordon’s track record, it’s far from assured that he will see time in ten of the 14 remaining contests.Given Gordon’s immense potential, the trade haul for the Browns is underwhelming, to say the least. However, the Patriots’ offer was said to be the best of the bunch after the club discussed Gordon with a number of other teams, including the Jets and 49ers. … [Read more...] about Patriots, Browns complete Josh Gordon deal
Sam Darnold expected to be drafted by Browns
The Cleveland Browns didn’t tip their hand in the buildup to the NFL Draft as to whom they’d take first overall, which certainly left some players under the impression that they’d be the pick.Quarterback Sam Darnold was one of them, as the Browns vetted him heavily and even had owner Jimmy Haslam involved in the process. Ultimately, they picked Baker Mayfield, while Darnold landed with the New York Jets at No. 3.“Yeah, I thought I could’ve ended up there or several other teams,” Darnold said, via Mary Kay Cabot of cleveland.com. “I honestly haven’t even thought about it since I got drafted by the Jets.”Darnold said the fact that the Browns passed on him didn’t give him any motivation for revenge ahead of their Thursday night meeting.“No, I’m just going to go out there and play ball,” he said.Things worked out for Darnold. He wouldn’t have been able to start right away in Cleveland as he has in New York, … [Read more...] about Sam Darnold expected to be drafted by Browns
Deshaun Watson, Bill O’Brien react to Texas superintendent’s racist remarks about QB
Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports Houston Texans head coach Bill O’Brien and quarterback Deshaun Watson on Wednesday reacted to the controversial remarks by a Texas school district superintendent about the signal-caller that were condemned as profoundly racist in nature. Lynn Redden, superintendent of the Onalaska Independent School District, about 100 miles outside of Houston, blasted Watson over the final play in the Texans’ 20-17 loss to the Tennessee Titans last Sunday.Redden was reacting to an article about the game and posted a comment that read, “That may have been the most inept quarterback decision I’ve seen in the NFL. When you need precision decision making you can’t count on a black quarterback.”Redden says he immediately deleted the comment after erroneously believing it was a private remark, not a public one, saying, “I totally regret it.”That expression of regret was not enough for O’Brien, who … [Read more...] about Deshaun Watson, Bill O’Brien react to Texas superintendent’s racist remarks about QB