Quarterback Headlines

Feb 3, 2012: Burress: Eli a Hall of Famer with one more win

Win and he's in. That is Plaxico Burress' take on New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Manning's agent: QB '100 percent' determined to play again

The tit-for-tat Peyton Manning-vs.-the-Colts battle has engulfed much of the Super Bowl week hype, really boils down to two things: Whether or not the franchise will hold on to its icon and, more importantly, if Manning will ever play football again.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Colts issue statement in response to Manning speculation

As owner Jim Irsay had promised, the Indianapolis Colts issued a statement Friday in response to the ongoing speculation regarding quarterback Peyton Manning's status as he attempts to come back from neck surgery.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Colts' statement insists team, Manning 'remain close and unified'

As owner Jim Irsay promised, the Indianapolis Colts issued a statement Friday in response to the ongoing speculation regarding quarterback Peyton Manning's status as he attempts to come back from a third neck surgery.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Griffin says he's the best QB in NFL draft

In the draft, Robert Griffin III hopes to surprise the experts yet again.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Five key reasons why Pats will win SB XLVI

INDIANAPOLIS -- The Patriots-Giants Super Bowl rematch has anything but a been-there, done-that feel to it. This a classic matchup of two proud and well-run organizations, with head coaches and quarterbacks who are exceedingly accomplished and familiar, and teams that play the game the right way, and have the long-term results to prove it. We've got legacy questions to chew on, matters of revenge and redemption to debate, and all the star power you could possibly hope for on the game's grandest stage. It's a game that all week has felt like it should have no favorite, but I've had the growing sense that it's almost time for New England to re-scale the NFL mountaintop. Here are my five best reasons why the Patriots will be champions once more:[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Jets' Ryan: Sanchez, Holmes talking out issues

Mark Sanchez and Santonio Holmes have talked by phone in an attempt to repair their relationship, and they're planning to meet soon for a kind of quarterback-wide receiver retreat.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Five key reasons why the Patriots will win

INDIANAPOLIS -- The Patriots-Giants Super Bowl rematch has anything but a been-there, done-that feel to it. This a classic matchup of two proud and well-run organizations, with head coaches and quarterbacks who are exceedingly accomplished and familiar, and teams that play the game the right way, and have the long-term results to prove it. We've got legacy questions to chew on, matters of revenge and redemption to debate, and all the star power you could possibly hope for on the game's grandest stage. It's a game that all week has felt like it should have no favorite, but I've had the growing sense that it's almost time for New England to re-scale the NFL mountaintop. Here are my five best reasons why the Patriots will be champions once more:[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Bills' Dareus says Brady whines to officials, who favor the QB

The conventional wisdom holds that the best way to beat Tom Brady is to get to him. Bills defensive tackle Marcell Dareus added one tip: Don't get the referees' attention, because they will favor Brady.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Condon: It isn't foolish to believe Manning can play again

Peyton Manning's agent, Tom Condon, said Friday on NFL Network that it wouldn't be foolish or unsafe for the Indianapolis Colts quarterback to play football next season as he continues to recover from his third neck surgery.[+]

Feb 3, 2012: Crennel, Pioli: Cassel can expect competition for Chiefs QB job

Chiefs coach Romeo Crennel and general manager Scott Pioli said Thursday that they want Matt Cassel to face some competition for the starting quarterback job.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Packers name Clements new offensive coordinator

The Green Bay Packers didn't have to look far to find their new offensive coordinator, promoting quarterbacks coach Tom Clements to replace Joe Philbin.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Ex-QB Shuler won't seek Congress re-election

U.S. Rep. Heath Shuler of North Carolina announced Thursday he won't run for re-election to Congress in what's become another blow to the conservative wing of the Democratic Party on Capitol Hill and the party's state congressional delegation.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Packers tab Clements as offensive coordinator

The Green Bay Packers didn't have to look far to find their new offensive coordinator, promoting quarterbacks coach Tom Clements to replace Joe Philbin.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Giants RB Bradshaw practices for second consecutive day

Running back Ahmad Bradshaw had an encouraging second straight day of practice and quarterback Eli Manning, on target throughout the Giants' second Super Bowl XLVI practice of the week, highlighted a smooth New York workout as the Giants continued to get healthier with the game against New England just three days away.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Sources: Manning cleared to resume NFL career

Peyton Manning has been medically cleared by two doctors, including Dr. Robert Watkins, who performed the most recent surgery on the Indianapolis Colts quarterback's neck, to resume his NFL career, sources told Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter of ESPN.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Colts GM Grigson: Manning decision in 'holding pattern'

Colts general manager Ryan Grigson told a group of media Thursday at Super Bowl XLVI that he has sat down and had a conversation with quarterback Peyton Manning.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Luck says he's hoping to play right away in NFL

Quarterback Andrew Luck says he's ready to start in the NFL next season.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: Bundchen asks family, friends to pray for Brady in Super Bowl

The New York Post published an e-mail that Gisele Bundchen sent to family and friends asking for "prayer... support and love" for her husband, Patriots QB Tom Brady, in Sunday's Super Bowl.[+]

Feb 2, 2012: New Colts OC Arians sounds ready to move on from Manning

New Indianapolis offensive coordinator Bruce Arians said he hopes Manning returns to the Colts, but he believes the best way for a rookie quarterback to learn is by playing.[+]

Feb 1, 2012: Colts' Irsay plans talk with Manning next week

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay said Wednesday that he expects to meet with quarterback Peyton Manning next week, but that any decision on Manning's future will likely wait until early March.[+]

Feb 1, 2012: Owner Bisciotti: Flacco, Rice will remain Ravens

OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) -- Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti emphatically backs the play of quarterback Joe Flacco and guarantees running back Ray Rice will be on the roster next season.[+]

Feb 1, 2012: Ravens owner backs Flacco, vows Rice to stay

Baltimore Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti emphatically backs the play of quarterback Joe Flacco and guarantees running back Ray Rice will be on the roster next season.[+]

Feb 1, 2012: Colts' Arians: Playing benefits rookie QBs

Bruce Arians is still a Peyton Manning fan. He also believes rookie quarterbacks learn best by taking snaps on Sundays.[+]

Feb 1, 2012: Colts' Vinatieri says teammate Manning was throwing well

A day after Peyton Manning proclaimed that his recovery from neck surgery is indeed on schedule, more positive has surfaced that the Indianapolis Colts quarterback will eventually return to the field.[+]

Jan 29, 2012: 2012 Senior Bowl Post Game Report

The 2012 Senior Bowl was played Saturday January 28th 2012 after a week of practice ran by the Vikings and Redskins coaching staff. Last weeks East-West Shrine Game actually kicked off NFL Draft Season. Every NFL team had scouts at the game trying to find the next NFL Draft Prospect, and for good reason, 12 players from last years game were drafted in the first round of the 2011 NFL Draft. Time is of the essence, the 2012 NFL Scouting Combine begins on February 23rd and the actual 2012 NFL Draft starts on April 26th, 2012.  If you care about the score, the North beat the South 23-13.

The best player in this game and a certain top 10 draft pick was DE Quinton Coples from North Carolina.  He was simply un-blockeable  and was in the quarterbacks face all afternoon. He mostly made his money on inside moves and arm overs, but on one occasion he displayed outstanding athletic ability buy jumping over a cut block and getting a sack. Coples is a true defensive end, and at 6' 5" 276 pounds he is suited to play in a 4-3 defense. He is decent against the run, but might be to light to play end in a 3-4 defense.

The MVP of this game was RB Isaiah Pead (5' 10" 200 lbs) from Cincinnati. He is extremely explosive, shifty and can break tackles. He also displayed his versatility buy returning kickoffs and boy did he return some impressive kickoffs. One of his kick returns was for 60 yards and the next was for 38 yards. He also had eight rushes for 32 yards. He might have ran himself into the second or third round of the 2012 NFL Draft.

Im not putting OLB/DE Vinny Curry, (Marshall)  in the same category as last years Senior Bowl star Von Miller, but Curry did raise his draft stock considerably. Curry is a natural pass rusher, quick and explosive and he also displayed a nice bull rush, one time pushing Florida State Zebrie Sanders back into the quarterback. Curry (6' 4" 260 lbs), could be drafted early, maybe even late first/early second round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He will be drafted to play outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense. Last season Curry recorded an impressive 22 tackles for loss (TFL) and 11 sacks.

I wasn't real impressed with any of the quarterbacks to be honest with you. 28 year old QBBrandon Weeden (Oklahoma State) started the game for the South. He (Weeden) got a lot of hype during the week, where he looked pretty good. In the game he was decent but doesn't look very athletic and throws to many interceptions. During the season he threw 3 interceptions (INTs) against Louisiana-Lafayette, 2 INTs against Tulsa and Kansas State, and 3 INTs in their loss to Iowa State.

Wisconsin Quarterback (QB) Russell Wilson is a little small (5' 11" 210 lbs), but he throws very well on the run and can take off and rush the ball like a running back. He doesn't look comfortable or accurate in the pocket however.

Arizona QB Nick Foles came in the game in the 3rd quarter and stood big and tall in the pocket. He completed his first pass to Joe Adams for 20 yards. However, after that he struggled with accuracy. Some of his balls ended up in the ground as he seems to throw a nose down football. Foles did throw a nice 20 yard TD pass to fellow Arizona WR Juron Criner (6' 4" 210 lbs). Criner ran a nice route and held onto the ball after a big hit in traffic.

Boise State Kellen Moore was extremely accurate, but he has marginal arm strength and like Russell Wilson, is a little small (5' 11" 190 lbs). Moore also doesn't have the mobility of Wilson, but looks good in the pocket.

Michigan State's Kirk Cousins had a good week of practice and he looked pretty good in the 2012 Senior Bowl.  He completed a nice 32 yard pass over the middle on a crossing route to Ohio State's WR DeVier Posey. Overall I don't think Posey was that impressive however, he missed a sure touchdown on a pass in the end zone.

I wish Division 1AA Chattanooga QB B. J. Coleman (6' 3" 225 lbs) played in the 2012 Senior Bowl. So far in the post season he has looked like the most impressive QB, he played great at the East-West Shrine Game and it would have been nice to see him compete against some better talent.

Probably the most impressive receiver stats-wise was Arkansas' Joe Adams (5' 11" 190 lbs). After a first quarter fumble, he recovered with some nice catches finishing with 133 receiving yard. He catches the ball well  and fights for extra yards. Oklahoma CB Jamell Fleming (5' 11" 192 lbs), made a nice tackle and stripped the ball out of Adams hands causing the fumble.

Probably the highest rated receiver in this game was Arizona State WR Gerell Robinson. He is huge and plays huge (6' 4" 224 lbs). He runs good routes and with his long legs has deceptive speed. Robinson caught a short pass on a crossing route in the 3rd quarter and turned it upfield for a 30 yard TD.

NFL Network Draft analyst Mike Mayock is really high on Ohio State OT Mike Adams (6' 6" 310 lbs). I'm not as high on him as Mayock is and I don't think he is a first round offensive tackle. I think he'll be good value in round two however. Adams held his own against South Carolina DE Melvin Ingram for the most part, but Alabama OLB Courtney Upshaw (6' 2" 269 lbs) displayed a nice punch on a bull rush and beat Adams for a sack. Adams is tall and plays a little high, but he moves his feet very well.

I really like Michigan DT Mike Martin (6' 1" 300 lbs). He (Martin) is a physical stud and a former high school wrestler. Martin uses his hands very well and plays with good leverage. He might be at his limit size-wise however, I don't think his frame can handle much more muscle.

North Carolina (NC) OLB Zach Brown might be the fastest linebacker in this 2012 NFL Draft. He made a nice play on a screen pass reading and reacting for a tackle for loss (TFL). He needs to do a better job taking on blockers, but he is a fast twitch athlete with elite speed and excellent size (6' 2" 230 lbs). He will likely rise after the Combine after he burns up the track. He holds the 55 meter record at NC.

Another linebacker (LB) that played well was Florida State LB Nigel Bradham (6' 2" 240 lbs). He ran Wisconsin QB Russell Wilson down and sacked him and that's no easy task as Wilson is one of the most elusive QBs in the nation.

A relatively unknown linebacker emerged in this game. Utah State LB Bobby Wagner (6' 1" 232 lbs) looked very athletic and he takes on blocks and runs well. Wagner could be a late round sleeper.

Tennessee DE Malik Jackson isn't a household name, but he had an excellent week of practice and got a lot of pressure on quarterbacks in the game. At 6' 4" 265 lbs, he could be an excellent outside linebacker for a team that runs a 3-4 defense.

On a negative note, a cornerback (CB) that I was real high on was Iowa State CB Leonard Johnson. He had a great week of practice but missed a key tackle in the Senior Bowl.

Also Appalachian State WR Brian Quick didn't impress me when he caught a pass and needed to fight for an extra yard to get a first down. He was stopped short and didn't seem to fight for extra yards. That's unacceptable for a receiver with his size (6' 4" 218 lbs).

Lastly the biggest faller might be Nebraska CB Alfonzo Dennard. He is an excellent tackler, but he had trouble in covering speedy receivers. During practice in the week before the game he couldn't turn and run very well and doesn't have fluid hips. He also tweaked his hamstring in practice and didn't play in the game.

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Jan 28, 2012: Cousins lifts North to Senior Bowl win

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Michigan State's Kirk Cousins and Wisconsin's Russell Wilson threw touchdown passes to lead the North to a 23-13 victory over the South in the Senior Bowl on Saturday.[+]

Jan 28, 2012: Cousins, Wilson lead North to Senior Bowl victory

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) -- Michigan State's Kirk Cousins and Wisconsin's Russell Wilson threw touchdown passes to lead the North to a 23-13 victory over the South in the Senior Bowl on Saturday.[+]

Jan 27, 2012: Senior Bowl quarterbacks have plenty to prove

MOBILE, Ala. (AP) Kellen Moore and Russell Wilson have heard it before: They're too short to be NFL quarterbacks. Brandon Weeden's plenty tall, but too darn old for a rookie.[+]

Jan 16, 2012: Andy Staples: USC wins, Stanford loses after NFL Draft declaration deadline

With the passing of the NFL early-entry deadline, some teams remain in much better shape than others. Matt Barkley's return has USC poised for dominant 2012, writes Andy Staples.[+]

Jan 9, 2012: Jefferson's tumultuous career ends with struggle

NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- One more victory in the final game of his career could have made Jordan Jefferson the toast of Baton Rouge.[+]

Jan 2, 2012: For All The Tostitos

Brandon Weeden and Andrew Luck finished just short in the chase for the BCS Championship. Instead, Oklahoma State and Stanford face off in the Fiesta Bowl. Follow the action here.[+]

Jan 2, 2012: NFL prospects to watch

Six bowls take place Monday, headlined by the Fiesta Bowl, featuring Andrew Luck and the Cardinal and Justin Blackmon's Oklahoma State. But there are NFL prospects in each of the day's games. Below, a breakdown of the players to watch, as well as a projection as to where they'll be drafted. (*denotes underclassmen)[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Check Out These Guns

Boise State sent Kellen Moore's career out in style. The No. 8 Broncos rode an early 21-point lead to overwhelm Dennis Erickson's Arizona State squad 56-24 in the Las Vegas Bowl.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Out On Top?

Despite missing out on a second straight BCS bowl, Boise State and Kellen Moore are looking to go out in style in the Las Vegas Bowl against Dennis Erickson and Arizona State. Follow here.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Andy Staples: Matt Barkley made best choice for himself by returning to USC

Matt Barkley always dreamt of leading USC to a national title. On Thursday, the quarterback made the best choice for himself to return and finish what he started, writes Andy Staples.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: USC's Barkley opts to forgo NFL draft

Matt Barkley has elected to forgo the 2012 NFL Draft in order to return to USC for his senior season.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Barkley elects to forgo NFL draft, return to USC

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Southern California quarterback Matt Barkley has decided to return for his senior season and put off the NFL for another year.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Crist reuniting with Weis at KU

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Dayne Crist has decided to transfer to Kansas, where the former Notre Dame quarterback will be reunited with coach Charlie Weis.[+]

Dec 22, 2011: Moore's Boise career will end in Las Vegas

Once again, Boise State must settle for Las Vegas after missing out on the BCS. Despite the letdown, the Broncos will soar in Kellen Moore's last game, says Stewart Mandel.[+]

Dec 10, 2011: Griffin claims Heisman Trophy by comfortable margin

Quarterback Robert Griffin III, who guided Big 12 doormat Baylor to a 9-3 season and a No. 15 ranking, beat out preseason favorite Andrew Luck to win the 77th Heisman Trophy.[+]

Dec 10, 2011: Griffin Wins Heisman

Quarterback Robert Griffin III, who guided Big 12 doormat Baylor to a 9-3 season and a No. 15 ranking, beat out preseason favorite Andrew Luck to win the 77th Heisman Trophy.[+]

Dec 8, 2011: Luck wins Walter Camp player of the year award

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) -- Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck has won the Walter Camp Foundation's award as college football's player of the year.[+]

Dec 6, 2011: Griffin, Ball lead Heisman finalists

NEW YORK (AP) -- Stanford quarterback Andrew Luck entered the season as the overwhelming favorite to win the Heisman Trophy.[+]

Dec 6, 2011: Card's Luck adds to honors with Unitas award

STANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Stanford's Andrew Luck has won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, presented annually to the nation's top quarterback who best exemplifies character and scholastic and athletic achievement.[+]

Dec 5, 2011: Griffin, Luck, Ball round out Heisman Trophy finalists

Wisconsin's Montee Ball, Baylor's Robert Griffin III, Stanford's Andrew Luck, LSU's Tyrann Mathieu and Alabama's Trent Richardson are the 2011 Heisman Trophy finalists.[+]

Dec 5, 2011: Heisman: Ball, Griffin, Luck, Mathieu, Richardson

Wisconsin's Montee Ball, Baylor's Robert Griffin III, Stanford's Andrew Luck, LSU's Tyrann Mathieu and Alabama's Trent Richardson are the 2011 Heisman Trophy finalists.[+]

Dec 5, 2011: Cards' Luck adds to honors with Unitas award

STANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Stanford's Andrew Luck has won the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, presented annually to the nation's top quarterback who best exemplifies character and scholastic and athletic achievement.[+]

Dec 4, 2011: Irish QB Crist seeks out transfer for final season

SOUTH BEND, Ind. (AP) -- Notre Dame quarterback Dayne Crist has received permission to talk with other schools about transferring for his final year of eligibility.[+]

Dec 4, 2011: S. Miss wrecks Houston's BCS dream with upset

Houston's dream of a BCS bowl are over. Southern Miss upset Case Keenum and the Cougars 49-28, winning its first C-USA title. Austin Davis threw four TDs for the Golden Eagles.[+]

May 19, 2010: Utah suspends QB recruit's scholarship after fight

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- Utah has suspended the scholarship of quarterback recruit Tyler Shreve, who is charged with battery for a scuffle with his high school baseball coach.[+]

Dec 11, 2009: Stewart Mandel: Voter evolution could deliver closest Heisman finish in history

This was going to be the year of the QB. It turned into one of the closest and most unpredictable Heisman races ever. Stewart Mandel explains why and examines the top contenders.

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Dec 11, 2009: Texas' McCoy named premier all-around player

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) -- Colt McCoy's near blunder in the final seconds of the Big 12 title game hasn't cost him on the awards circuit so far. It hasn't hurt the conference, either.

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Dec 11, 2009: McCoy wins Camp, Maxwell and O'Brien Awards

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) -- Colt McCoy's near blunder in the final seconds of the Big 12 title game hasn't cost him on the awards circuit so far. It hasn't hurt the conference, either.

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Dec 6, 2009: Luginbill: Class of 2010 quarterback superlatives

Tom Luginbill breaks down the strengths of the 2010 quarterback class in his superlatives.[+]

Aug 31, 2009: ESPNU's top QB prospect continues offensive assault

Phillip Sims, the top quarterback in the ESPNU 150, displayed his strong arm and leadership ability in leading nationally ranked Oscar Smith (Chesapeake, Va.) to its 16th straight win.[+]