Nobody enjoys watching Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson run defenders over more than I do. But if he keeps it up, he’ll be out of the league before he’s 30. A running back in the NFL takes enough abuse without volunteering for more. That’s why the average shelf life is only a few years. AD takes it a step further by pretending to be a battering ram, even along the sideline when there really isn’t anything to be gained—except a headache (and a backache—read on).
As I said, I admire the effort. His old school style reminds me of the …read more

National Football League Blogcast, NFL Blogcast
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner was named the 2008 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year yesterday. The announcement was made on-field at Raymond James Stadium live on NBC before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIII. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Connie Payton, the late Walter Payton’s wife, presented Kurt with the award, the only league recognition that acknowledges a player’s community service as well as his playing excellence.
“I am humbled the Lord has given me such an amazing life to impact others. Of all the awards given to NFL athletes, the Walter …read more

Blogging the National Football League, Blogging the NFL
When my CE asked me to write a post about why I love football, I said to myself, “Self, this will be easy.” I’ve answered this question more times than I can remember.
On this first Monday without Monday Night Football in I don’t know how long (a long time), I wax sentimental about what the game means to me. I know football means something different to everyone, but to me, football mirrors life. The game of football is exactly the same as the game of life. And the lessons it teaches you can …read more