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Pac – 12 Players of the Week

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Pac-12 Football Media Day
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Pac – 12 Press Release

SAN FRANCISCO — Quarterback Luke Falk of Washington State, linebacker Gionni Paul of Utah and wide receiver Bralon Addison of Oregon have been named offensive, defensive and special teams Pac -12 Players of the Week in football. 

Falk, a redshirt sophomore from Logan, Utah, threw for a season-high 478 yards, completing 47-of-66 passes with four touchdowns and no interceptions in Washington State’s come-from-behind, 37-34 win at Rutgers. Falk saved his best performance for last, leading the Cougars on a 10-play, 90-yard drive in 1:31, capped with an 8-yard TD pass to River Cracraft with 13 seconds remaining. He completed his first 13 passes and ended the first half 24-of-29 for 201 yards and guided two WSU touchdown drives after Rutgers had taken leads in the fourth quarter. Falk’s 478 yards are the second-most of his career and the third time in five career starts he has eclipsed the 400-yard mark. The win marked WSU’s first victory against a Big Ten school since defeating Purdue in the 2001 Sun Bowl, and first win in the Eastern Time Zone since 1996.

Paul, a senior linebacker from Winter Haven, Fla., made two key impact fourth-quarter plays for Utah in the 24-14 win over Utah State. Paul recovered a fumble on the Utah 25-yard line, and then made a game-clinching interception at the Utah 7-yard line with three minutes remaining. He finished the game with seven tackles (1.0 TFL), a fumble recovery and an interception. Paul’s tackle-for-loss helped the Utah defense force three-straight three-and-outs to start the second half. 

Addison, a junior wide receiver from Missouri City, Texas, returned four punts for the Ducks, including an 81-yard return for a touchdown in the 31-28 loss to Michigan State. His touchdown return tied the score at 14-14 with 13:11 to play in the third quarter, marking Oregon’s 33rd non-offensive touchdown since 2010 to lead the country. He now has three punt returns for touchdowns in his career, despite missing all of the 2014 season recovering from a knee injury.  Addison ranks 14th in the country in punt return average at 20.8.

Also nominated for Offensive Player of the Week: Nick Wilson, RB, ARIZ; Demario Richard, RB, ASU; Trevor Davis, WR, CAL; Offensive Line, OL, COLO; Bryce Love, RB, STAN; Paul Perkins, RB, UCLA; JuJu Smith-Schuester, WR, USC; Devontae Booker, RB, UTAH, Myles Gaskin, TB, WASH; Also nominated for Defensive Player of the Week: Christian Sam, LB, ASU; Darius Allensworth, CAL; Chidobe Awuzie, CB; COLO; Rommel Mageo, LB, OSU; Blake Martinez, ILB, STAN; Kenny Young, LB, UCLA; Also Nominated for Special Teams Player of the Week: Conrad Ukropina, K, STAN; Ka’imi Fairbairn, PK, UCLA; Erik Powell, K, WSU

UCLA Shows Up In The Desert

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Jevone Moore
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Deon Hollins on Rebels QB. Photo by Juan Lainez
Deon Hollins sacks Rebels QB. Photo by Juan Lainez
Paul Perkins find the edge 151 yards 2 TD's. Photo by Juan Lainez
Paul Perkins finds the edge finishes with 151 yards 2 TD’s. Photo by Juan Lainez

Las Vegas, Nevada – Josh Rosen starts where he left off last week completing pass to Jordan Payton for 29 yards for a touchdown to start the game. UCLA shows up in the desert to defeat UNLV 37-3 as the final. UCLA being on the road at UNLV, where Bruins are 12-2 away from home since the start of the 2013 season, including a seven-game road win streak that ranks fourth in the FBS.

The ground game as whole rolling down hill after it got going. Paul Perkins the quiet leader shined with 151 yards on 18 carries with 2 touchdowns. Perkins was quiet in week one but didn’t wait long to show why his was leading rusher in Pac-12 last year. Four other backs were able to get some runs in this blow out. The backfield as whole had 273 yards with 5.9 average which is first down every two carries, what team wouldn’t want that.

As if the Rebels didn’t have an uphill battle against the Bruins, their starting quarterback Blake Decker went down earlier with a hamstring and left for game. The pressure and the keys to offensive was given to  Kurt Palandech who managed 4 pass completions. The fast Bruins players off the edge where too much to handle and left them searching for answers.

Deon Hollins Ready to Strike. Photo by Juan Lainez
Deon Hollins Ready to Strike. Photo by Juan Lainez

Linebackers for UCLA played big creating two big turnovers earlier. Kenny Young with 23 yard pick six to slow down the scrappy Rebels when offense was struggling a little bit bring the score 17-0.  Then other backer Deon Hollins was all over the field with key tackles, hurries, and fumble recovery. Then the emotional leader on the defense is Myles Jack and you could hear one of his hits back in Westwood. The team is still getting better each snap and working towards being a factor in Pac-12 South at end of the year.

The Bruins was slowed down in 2nd quarter not having offensive score on their last five drives to close the half. Yes Rosen threw his first interception of his career in 3rd quarter with 10:28 left on clock. He was hit as he threw and little to no velocity on his throw was scooped up by safety. But it’s all part of learning and still an impressive win that allowed the Bruins to play reserves on both sides of ball the whole fourth quarter.

UCLA will return home to Rose Bowl next Saturday to face the hottest or luckiest team in college football right now. The BYU Cougars are 2-0 winning both of their contest on hail marry to steal victories. So the Bruins can’t get caught in a shootout with the Cougars it’s way to dangerous.

USC Trojans Slams Idaho

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Jevone Moore
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USC Trojans Slams Idaho. Photo by Jordon Kelly
USC Trojans Slams Idaho. Photo by Jordon Kelly
Trojan JuJu Smith-Schuster 10 catches 192 yards, 2 TD's. Photo by Jordon Kelly
Trojan JuJu Smith-Schuster 10 catches 192 yards, 2 TD’s. Photo by Jordon Kelly

Los Angeles, Ca- The Trojans came ready to play in the second home game to start the season. On Trojans opening drive it only took 7 plays 75 yards ending with a Justin Davis 2 yard touchdown run. Idaho came in with a game plan that just never really got started. The Trojans behind true team effort slams Idaho 59-9.

The running game was shut down in first half on the last game for the Trojans but tonight on second drive J. Davis found some room on right side on stretch play for big yards before scoring his 2nd touchdown of game for 14-0 lead in 1st quarter. Even through the air Cody Kessler was on fire throwing 410 yards 3 touchdowns.  Kessler first touchdown pass  was a 50 yard catch, by JuJu Smith-Schuster off play action pass to exploit Idaho secondary. Then his last one in the 3rd quarter also to Smith-Schuster a 41 yard bomb to stretch the lead 52-9 3:44 left before 4th.

Cody Kessler back to pass on a 410 yard 3 TD's performance. Photo by Jordon Kelly
Cody Kessler back to pass on a 410 yard 3 TD’s performance. Photo by Jordon Kelly

Idaho got on the scoreboard after 4th & 2 inside 5 yard line & elected to kick a field goal to make game 21-3. They struggled most of the night to move the ball on the Trojans defense. Later in second half they began to have little success based on effort plays by Idaho.

Trojans had a second running back Tre Madden play big earlier picking up a 4th & 2 on the 9 yard line then 1st goal Madden slams in on left side behind pulling guard for 7 yard touchdown. The play had to be reviewed because it was close to being down at the 1 yard line but the call on the field stood making score 28-3 with 12:00 left before the half. Madden finished 40 yards as he watched the starter J. Davis had 74 yards with 14.8 average per carry.

Idaho’s quarterback Matt Linehan completed a pass to Buck Cowan for 10 yds for their first touchdown in 3rd quarter. Linehan did manage 194 yards total for the game. The running game was contained to only 71 yards averaging 2.2 yards per carry.

Adoree' Jackson showing his back. Photo by Jordon Kelly
Adoree’ Jackson showing his back. Photo by Jordon Kelly

The final score may look similar to last week score but this was win that was much better execution for the Trojans. The running game set up the pass game for the offensive explosion which will have Coach Steve Sarkisan pleased. This will be very much need for next week against big bodies of Stanford to open Pac-12 conference play.

San Diego Chargers Win at Home

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Jevone Moore
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San Diego Chargers Danny scoring a Touchdown. Photo by Jevone Moore
San Diego Chargers Danny scoring a Touchdown. Photo by Jevone Moore

San Diego, Ca – In a close 5 point win at Qualcomm stadium against Detroit Lions. The San Diego Chargers open this NFL season maybe for the last time if they team relocate to Los Angeles. The home fans saw Phillip Rivers throw 42 times with 35 completions for 404 yards and 2 touchdowns.

The 33 – 28 win wasn’t perfect over Detroit but all you need to do is win week after week. So now going on road next week the Chargers know how to win. The running game didn’t fill stat sheets, Danny Woodhead did get on the score board for two touchdowns on 42 yards. The Chargers rookie Melvin Gordon was leading rusher for his team with 51 yards. The Lions rookie Ameer Abdullah was most impressive on his first NFL carry for 24 yard touchdown and left Chargers safety grabbing all air.

The big story line pregame was Lions Calvin “Megatron” Johnson who was held to 2 catches for 39 yards vs Chargers Keenan Allen pulled in 15 catches for 166 yards. Rivers put a lot of pressure on his offensive line having them slow down the Lions rush for over 40 pass plays due to playing from behind most of the game.

Head Coach Mike McCoy was pleased with the overall performance, know that this was game one and team is still going to get better each week. McCoy was the most  impressed by team he said, “We stick together and we play as one” . Being one is always helps because the house in not divided. As this team goes through the season they will need something to stand on, Rivers “We are still building our identity”

So the Chargers will thank the Lions for the two turnovers in 3rd quarter that helped get the game back to striking distance. Both of these teams will have an opportunity next week to get better and a win. The Lions will travel to face Minnesota who will be coming off a short week after a Monday night contest. Then the Chargers will face Cincinnati in Ohio in the earlier game back east.

Serra To Much For Carson

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Jevone Moore
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Carson QB Jaja Bellinger back to pass. Photo by Jevone Moore
Carson QB Jaja Bellinger back to pass. Photo by Jevone Moore
QB Khalil Tate breaking away from Carson. Photo by Jevone Moore
QB Khalil Tate breaking away from Carson. Photo by Jevone Moore

Long Beach, Ca – The big stadium lights of Vet’s Memorial Stadium were the perfect venue for Khalil Tate Serra’s quarterback to return. The Serra Cavaliers beat the visiting Carson Colts 43-0 once the clock clicked zero. Both programs are trying to get back to their winning ways, and playing sound football.

If you were in attendance at the game you definitely got to know #14 of Serra which is Tate who had 242 yards, 2 touchdowns on night (130 Rush/ 112 Pass). The first quarter was a stalemate filled with fourth down stops by both teams and few turnovers. Then Serra Speed showed up on 90 yard touchdown run up their sideline you could see Carson defenders looking like they were in slow motion. This was first of many touchdown by Serra in second quarter. At the half the score was 23-0, leaving Carson head coach Kevin McCall searching for answers to get his team on track.

Carson quarterback  Jaja Bellinger is learning on the fly as true freshman (9th grade) showing pose and maturity. His youth hurt Carson in 1st quarter on 4th & 3 with a quarterback sneak, just didn’t seem like he know where the sticks were. Overall as freshman the performance was good and you can only imagine what Bellinger will look like in few years.

Randy Anyanwu busted open the defensive with a 72 yard touchdown. Photo by Jevone Moore
Randy Anyanwu busted open the defensive with a 72 yard touchdown. Photo by Jevone Moore

Randy Anyanwu busted open the defensive with a 72 yard touchdown run in end of third quarter that took score to 36-0. Serra offensive is read option sometimes, which lead to last score because few series before on same play Tate kept the ball scampered in 12 yard score. Serra coach Scott Altenberg was pleased with his team, “We like to play fast, we play better when we play fast..” After the rust was knocked off Tate and crew found their groove.

Next week Serra will play a very good Narbonne team, they were able to pitch a shutout. The defense stepped up missing  linebackers Merlin Robertson &  Tysyn Parker. Carson will host Paramount next week, Bellinger and running back Adrean Hooper will have to carry the offensive load.

Adrean Hooper finding the edge for a few yards. Photo by Jevone Moore
Adrean Hooper finding the edge for a few yards. Photo by Jevone Moore

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Steelers Kickoff Their Opener – NFL

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Jevone Moore
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NFL Kickoff Sept 10th, 2015 Pittsburgh vs. New England
NFL Kickoff Sept 10th, 2015 Pittsburgh vs. New England

Gillette Stadium – The NFL kicked off it 2015-16 season in prime time with the defending Super Bowl Champions New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. The crowd at hand were full of energy being  able to celebrate the new season and congratulate it’s Super Bowl winning team. Owner Robert Kraft came running onto the field holding the Vince Lombardi Trophy to roar of the crowd. Then a blast of fireworks to summons the reveal of their Championships banner hung in the raptures. Both Patriots quarterbacks lead the team out to the field with helmets off to show their faces.

After all the pre game hype was over the game was set to began between two of the NFL storied franchises. The Patriots took the victory today over the visiting Pittsburgh Steelers 28-21. Of course this game had to have some controversy involved in it, we are dealing with the Pats. You either love them or hat them, but in end they find away to win more often than some would want. Earlier in the game the Steelers coaches head seats where experience interference with Patriots broadcast playing in their ears. Before we blame the Pats, let’s look at the facts rain, weather play a part plus all communications for both teams are handled by the NFL. So blame Roger Goodell and crew but wait Roger didn’t show up to game due to not wanting to be a distraction. The fans knew it, late in the game you could the fans chanting, “Where is Roger, Where is Roger?”

With the pent up frustration almost behind him Tom Brady  completed 78% of his passes for 288 yards and 4 touchdowns. Not a bad start after almost not being able to play for four games. Last year at this time we were wondering is this the Patriots. The unstoppable tight end  Rob Gronkowski was the difference tonight and year ago. Gronk is healthy this year and torched the Steelers for 3 touchdowns that could have been four but was reversed by replay. It didn’t matter if there was a safety, linebacker, or double coverage Brady was going to find his guy. When time for a first down then there was  Julian Edelman who finished the game with 11 catches that kept the chains moving.

Steelers fans won’t go run and hide because there were flashes of greatness, Big Ben Roethlisberger move ball down the field well most of the game. There were times when even his favorite target Antonio Brown was just not enough. Brown was being guarded by Malcolm Butler most of night but still was able to have 9 catches for 133 yards with a touchdown. The big surprise was running back  DeAngelo Williams who was filling in due to a four game suspension to Le’Veon Bell. Williams showed off his quickness and power after trimming down 20 pounds for his new roll amassing 127 yards on 21 carries. He looked like a Pittsburgh Steelers running back, big , strong, hard nose, rumbling into the secondary inflecting pain.

This two teams will have few extras days before  their next game but the game was all the NFL could ask for on display. The Steelers will work on their defense & kicking game to ensure better results this year. While the Patriots will have to make sure on defense they find away to turn the running backs back inside and not have such a loose edge contain. If both teams stay healthy we will see them in playoffs again maybe AFC championship game.

ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Pac-12 and SEC Begin Second Year of Autonomy Process

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Pac-12 Logos of Pac-12 North, Pac-12 South
Pac-12 Logos of Pac-12 North, Pac-12 South
Pac-12 Press Release
ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Pac-12 and SEC Begin Second Year of Autonomy Process
Preliminary Concepts have been Submitted; Final Proposals to be Released on Nov. 15; Autonomy Session on Jan. 15 at NCAA Convention
SAN FRANCISCO— Over the past several years, the five conferences of the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Pac-12, and SEC have worked both individually and collectively to create a 21st Century experience for student-athletes.  Areas of reform have included enhancements to the health and well-being of students, including liberalizing meal legislation and focusing on sport-related injuries, notably concussions. The five conferences have also adopted protections for athletic scholarships as well as increased the value of a full grant-in-aid to cover the full cost of attendance.  Finally, additional benefits incidental to participating in athletics have been made available to student-athletes and their families, which have been in addition to the millions of dollars in direct assistance provided each year through the Student Assistance Fund.
 
The 2015-16 year marks the second year in which the five conferences have autonomy over certain areas of NCAA rules.  Numerous preliminary concepts intended to enhance the student-athlete experience have been submitted into this year’s legislative cycle.  These concepts will now undergo a period of preliminary review and refinement, during which time amendments may be proposed and any or all of the five conferences may join together to support a concept through co-sponsorship.  Proposals will take their final form by November 15th, at which point they will be published and made available for comment by all of the Division I membership.  The proposals will then be voted on during the autonomy session at the NCAA Convention on January 15, 2016.    
 
The commissioners of the ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Pac-12, and SEC commented on the importance of the autonomy process: “Our universities have made significant strides to modernize college athletics and improve the student-athlete experience. There is more work to do, but collectively we have sharpened our focus on the overall objective of preparing our student-athletes to succeed on and off the field – in college and in life.”

Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2016 Finalists

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Polynesian Football Hall of Fame
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame

Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2016 Finalists

At a glance:

  • Finalists have been selected from over 200 nominees.
  • Finalists represent 17 Pro Bowl selections and 14 NFL & Super Bowl Championships.
  • The Class of 2016 Inductees will be announced on October 7, 2015.
  • Inductees will be honored during the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend on January 29 & 30, 2016 in Oahu, Hawai’i.

HONOLULU, HI (September 10, 2015) – The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced today 25 Finalists will be on the ballot for induction into the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Class of 2016. The list includes 20 players and five coaches/contributors.

The Finalists were chosen from a field of over 200 nominees by a Selection Committee which includes Coaches Dick Tomey (Chairman), LaVell Edwards, Ron McBride, and Dick Vermeil, past NFLPA President and Inaugural Inductee Kevin Mawae, ESPN Sportscaster Neil Everett, NFL player personnel legend Gil Brandt and Honolulu Sportscaster Robert Kekaula.

The committee will meet again in the coming weeks to select the six members (five players and one coach/contributor) who will be inducted as the Polynesian Football Hall of FameClass of 2016.

“Over the past several weeks the Selection Committee has been deliberating over the 2016 Finalists,” said Dick Tomey. “This is quite a challenge because there are so many great Polynesian players, coaches and contributors that have made an incredible impact on the game of football.”

This year’s inductees will be announced on October 7, 2015. They will be honored during the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Weekend, to be held at the Hawai’i Convention Center and at the Polynesian Cultural Center on January 29 & 30, 2016.

PLAYER FINALISTS

  • Junior Ah You (DE) Arizona State, Pro: CFL & USFL 12 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Bob Apisa (FB/HB) Michigan State, Pro: NFL (GB) 1 year, Samoan ancestry
  • Charles “Charlie” Teetai Ane, Jr. (OL) USC, Pro: NFL (DET) 6 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Herman “Buddy” Piikei Clark (OL) Oregon State, Pro: NFL (CHI) 4 years, Hawaiian ancestry
  • Riki Morgan Ellison (LB) USC, Pro: NFL (SF, OAK) 8 years, Maori ancestry
  • Rockne Crowningburg Freitas (OL) Oregon State, Pro: NFL (DET, TB) 10 years, Hawaiian ancestry
  • Ma’ake Tu’amelie Kemoeatu (DT) Utah, Pro: NFL (BAL, CAR, WAS) 11 years, Tongan ancestry
  • Brandon Manumaleuna (TE) Arizona, Pro: NFL (STL, SD, CHI) 10 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Chris Naeole (G) Colorado, Pro: NFL (NO, JAX) 11 years, Hawaiian ancestry
  • Alapati “Al” Noga (DL) Hawai’i, Pro: NFL (MIN, WAS, IND) 6 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Niko Noga (LB) Hawai’i, Pro: NFL (AZ, DET) 8 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Troy Polamalu (DB) USC, PRO: NFL (PIT) 12 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Joe Fagaone Salave’a (DL) Arizona, Pro: NFL (TEN, BAL, SD, WAS) 8 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Dan Saleaumua (DT) Arizona State, Pro: NFL (DET, KC, SEA) 12 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Vai Sikahema (RB/KR) BYU, Pro: NFL (AZ, GB, PHI) 8 years, Tongan ancestry
  • Ma’a Tanuvasa (DE) Hawai’i, Pro: NFL (STL, PIT, DEN, SD, ATL) 9 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Mosiula Mea’alofa “Lofa” Tatupu (LB) USC, Pro: NFL (SEA) 6 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Manu’ula “Manu” Asovalu Tuiasosopo (DL) UCLA, Pro: NFL (SEA, SF) 7 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Marques Tavita Tuiasosopo (QB) Washington, Pro: NFL (OAK, NYJ) 8 years, Samoan ancestry
  • Kimo von Oelhoffen (DL) Boise State, Pro: NFL (CIN, PIT, NYJ, PHI) 15 years, Hawaiian ancestry

COACH & CONTRIBUTOR FINALISTS

  • Thomas Ka’auwai Ka’ulukukui, Former Head Coach at University of Hawai’i, Hawaiian ancestry
  • Cal Lee, Head Football Coach, St. Louis High School (HI), Hawaiian ancestry
  • Albert “Al” Lolotai, First Polynesian to play Professional Football, Samoan ancestry
  • John Manumaleuna, Southern California Advocate for Polynesian Youth, Samoan ancestry
  • Charlie Wedemeyer, Former Head Football Coach, Los Gatos High School (CA), Hawaiian ancestry
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Finalist 2016
Polynesian Football Hall of Fame Finalist 2016
Courtesy of PHOF

This press release is courtesy of Polynesian Football Hall of Fame 

Stay In The Fight

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Kurt Lykes
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‘You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus… Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.’

2 Timothy 2:1, 3

When you gave your life to Christ, you entered into a spiritual battle that will last you for the rest of your life.

There will be many victories while fighting this battle, and there will also be casualties along the way.

Our job as believers is to stay in the fight, and continue moving forward, knowing that God is fighting for us and with us.

It’s about sticking with Him when the clouds are blue, and even when the skies are filled with dark clouds.

Through thick an thin, through every heartache and trail, we must continue to stand, fight, trust God, and move forward!

We must endure… it is what we are called to do!

The NFL Kickoff Is Here

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Jevone Moore
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NFL Kickoff Sept 10th, 2015 Pittsburgh vs. New England
NFL Kickoff Sept 10th, 2015 Pittsburgh vs. New England

The NFL Kickoff is here for the 2015 season, who can knock off the reigning Super Bowl Champions New England Patriots? Roger Goodell had the first crack at slowing them down but the court decided that Tom Brady four game suspension. The world will see a pregame concert in San Francisco to start off with a bang. Then the Champs will host the team with the most championships in NFL the Pittsburgh Steelers  at Gillette Stadium.

Some clubs have excelled in openers. Here is a sampling of notable active NFL Kickoff streaks:

  • The Super Bowl XLIX-champion NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS, who host Pittsburgh in the spotlight Kickoff 2015 game on Thursday night, have a 15-1 record at Gillette Stadium over the past two seasons. The Patriots have the fifth-most Kickoff Weekend wins among AFC teams (30).
  • The AFC North champion PITTSBURGH STEELERS, who travel to New England on Thursday night of Kickoff Weekend, have the most wins (41) among AFC teams on Kickoff Weekend.
  • The NFC North champion GREEN BAY PACKERS, who travel to Chicago on Kickoff Weekend, hold the record for the most wins in road openers (53) in the NFL and the fourth-best winning percentage in openers on the road (.576, 53-39-2).
  • The AFC West champion DENVER BRONCOS, who start the season at home against Baltimore, have posted a 41-13-1 (.759) record in home openers, the top mark in the NFL. Denver has won 18 of its past 20 home openers.
  • The NFC East champion DALLAS COWBOYS begin the year by hosting the New York Giants on Sunday Night Football with a 37-17-1 (.685) record in openers at home, the fourth-best winning percentage in NFL history.
  • The AFC South champion INDIANAPOLIS COLTS start the season at Buffalo with a 33-29-0 (.532) record in road openers, the second-best winning percentage in the AFC.
  • The ARIZONA CARDINALS, who host New Orleans on Kickoff Weekend, have the third-longest current winning streak among NFC teams in home openers (five).
  • The ATLANTA FALCONS and SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS start the season at home against Philadelphia and Minnesota, respectively, during a Monday Night Football doubleheader. Atlanta has won its past seven home openers – the longest active streak in the league – while San Francisco has won 14 of its past 20 home openers.
  • The PHILADELPHIA EAGLES, who visit Atlanta to open the 2015 campaign, have won six consecutive road openers, the longest active streak among NFC teams.

All 32 teams will play this weekend with two Monday night games to start the season. The three teams eyeing an NFL stadium in Los Angeles will host home openers  Detroit Lions at San Diego Chargers, Seattle Seahawks at St. Louis Rams, and  Cincinnati Bengals at Oakland Raiders. Just think in few years we could have a game in Inglewood, & Carson if the owners approve. The cites would be buzzing and then a Super Bowl as well, life would be perfect for the Angelenos.

After this weekend the fantasy football leagues will be buzzing while head coaches will be looking for their 53 man rosters to stay intact. This year teams will be able to have 5 extra guys on the practice squad for total of 10.

Enjoy the next 18 weeks of regular season football before the road to Super Bowl 50…

 

 

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