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Breaking Down Vernon Davis’ Expanded Role in 49ers Offense

The San Francisco 49ers appear to be making Vernon Davis, who is already a dangerous and versatile tight end, into a more all-around offensive weapon. In the process the 49ers will likely continue to improve their ability to be scheme multiple ... (Continue reading)

Final Payment to JaMarcus Russell Is Exactly What Oakland Raiders, QB Need

The Oakland Raiders and former quarterback JaMarcus Russell are finally getting some much-needed closure on their rocky three-year relationship. According to Vic Tafur of the San Francisco Chronicle, the Raiders and Russell recently agreed on a settlement over his rookie contract ... (Continue reading)

San Diego Chargers’ Handling of Manti Te’o Should Be a Lesson for All NFL Teams

The San Diego Chargers have done the impossible with rookie linebacker Manti Te'o. In a nation that feeds off scandal, the Chargers have successfully shielded Te'o—once a lightning rod of controversy during the lead-up to the 2013 NFL draft after his ... (Continue reading)

What Can We Expect from Matt Flynn as the Raiders’ Starting QB?

The calendar still says May, and the regular season remains nearly 100 days away, but the Oakland Raiders are clearly straying away from a truly open competition at quarterback. Matt Flynn, who the Raiders dealt for this offseason, has taken the majority of ... (Continue reading)

San Francisco Awarded Super Bowl L, What Does it Mean for 49ers?

While the San Francisco 49ers have their sights set on playing in a second consecutive Super Bowl next season, the franchise was presented with a rare but obtainable goal for later down the road on Tuesday. According to NFL Network, NFL ... (Continue reading)

How the San Diego Chargers Will Use Dwight Freeney in 2013

Replacing the promising Melvin Ingram with veteran pass-rusher Dwight Freeney means the San Diego Chargers will have to be much more diverse in their defensive looks next season. The 33-year-old Freeney, who has played the majority of his career as a ... (Continue reading)

Charles Woodson: Signing with Raiders Would Be Fitting Conclusion to Career

A return to the Oakland Raiders may not bring Charles Woodson any closer to another Super Bowl, but signing with the franchise that originally drafted him would be a fitting conclusion to his Hall of Fame career.Once a key component ... (Continue reading)

How Nnamdi Asomugha Fits in the San Francisco 49ers Secondary

After agreeing to a deal with the San Francisco 49ers, cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha is heading home—both in geographical location and defensive philosophy. A four-time All-Pro selection with the Oakland Raiders and graduate of UC Berkeley, Asomugha agreed to a modest one-year ... (Continue reading)

Grading Matt Flynn Trade to Oakland Raiders

The Oakland Raiders and Seattle Seahawks have completed a trade that will send quarterback Matt Flynn to Oakland in exchange for a pair of draft picks, according to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports. Glazer also reports that the deal will include ... (Continue reading)

How Much Money is Dashon Goldson Actually Worth?

The San Francisco 49ers declined using the franchise tag on safety Dashon Goldson Monday, leaving the 2012 All-Pro a likely opportunity to hit the open market as an unrestricted free agent.His worth once he gets there will be debatable. According to ... (Continue reading)