The Colts have it all, right? But this loaded team is still dependent on Peyton Manning. Pete Prisco says the Titans, Jaguars and Texans are still chasing as long as Peyton's in the pocket.
Yes, the Brett Favre saga dominated the offseason. But the AFC East crown will again go to the Patriots. Pete Prisco says as long as Tom Brady is upright, the Pats are a lock for the division title.
Bob Sanders was always overlooked, always told he couldn't play with the big boys. But with belief in himself and hard work, Sanders has become an elite safety, and an inspiration to many, Pete Prisco says.
NFL fans of the past two-plus decades will remember Gene Upshaw in a suit and tie. Pete Prisco will remember him with tape from fingertips to shoulders, clubbing defenders and making it cool to play guard.
What did Pete Prisco learn from 13 camps in 20 days? Planes suck, the Colts are really good, the atmosphere of Green Bay is fantastic, Titans' rookie Chris Johnson is fast and the Favre mess was a joke.
Quick, who comes to mind when you say 'Saints'? Brees? Bush? Stop, Pete Prisco says. After an offseason spent on a defensive makeover, you might be singing about Ellis and Vilma in '08.
Five things to know about the New Orleans Saints heading into the 2008 season.
Skeptics and QBs strewn in his wake, Mario Williams is already one of the league's (No. 6) best players. The best part? At 23 this pass-rush beast could be the one to smash the sack mark, Pete Prisco says.
Five things to know about the Houston Texans heading into the 2008 season.
Talk about pressure. Not only is Matt Ryan fighting for the starting QB spot in Atlanta, he's charged with rebuilding the Falcons' fan base. But, as Pete Prisco says, the rookie is more than ready.
Pete Prisco's observations from Atlanta Falcons camp.
Let's get it out of the way. Yes, Jake Delhomme did have Tommy John surgery. But that doesn't mean his arm strength will never be the same. Pete Prisco can attest to that.
Pete Prisco's observations from Carolina Panthers' camp.
Pete Prisco's observations from Tennessee Titans camp.
Vince Young's numbers tell you he still has a long way to go to become an NFL passer. But Pete Prisco is almost ready to say the gifted young QB is ready to become a pocket pro. Almost.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking at Byron Leftwich and Daunte Culpepper as possible replacements for injured backup quarterback Charlie Batch, Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com reported Saturday.
In the past, thoughts of the Rams called up memories of a track meet on a football field, littered with big plays. That was then, defense is now. Led by safety O.J. Otogwe, St. Louis' young defense -- mixed with a few veterans -- has the Rams thinking big things, Pete Prisco says.
Pete Prisco's observations from St. Louis Rams training camp.
The Jets were 8-8 at best without Brett Favre. Now that the veteran quarterback is headed to New York after a midnight trade from Green Bay, all the Jets can hope for is ... 8-8. Pete Prisco says this move doesn't solve any problems for New York.
Pete Prisco's observations from Miami Dolphins camp.
So he's not Brady Quinn. He's the glaring draft 'reach' from the exiled regime. But humble Ted Ginn Jr. is showing the blazing speed to be a weapon for rebuilding Miami, Pete Prisco says.
Through all their success, one thing the Bucs were never known for was a stellar offensive line. But times are a changin'. Pete Prisco says Tampa's young group should open the holes -- and the playbook.
Five things to know about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into the 2008 season.
Pete Prisco's observations from Jaguars training camp.
Teammates and peers appreciate Fred Taylor. Anybody else? Pete Prisco gets funny looks when he touts Taylor for Canton, even though only two legends pack a better 1-2 statistical punch.
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