Johnson, Windsor and Simpson earn weekly AFL honors
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08/03/2010 -
Tulsa, OK (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Alabama wide receiver C.J. JOHNSON,
Arizona wide receiver ROD WINDSOR and Iowa defensive back JASON
SIMPSON have been named the JLS Ironman, Russell Athletic
Offensive Players and Riddell Defensive Player of the Week,
respectively, for Week 18 of 2010. In addition to these
three awards, the AFL is also highlighting the player who
makes the best Catch of the Week, the Playmaker of the Week
and the Highlight of the Week. The Cutters Catch of the Week
Award for Week 18 goes to Orlando wide receiver T.T. TOLIVER,
while Orlando quarterback NICK HILL has been named the
Playmaker of the Week. The Highlight of the Week award has
gone to Jacksonville's defensive lineman JEFF LITTLEJOHN
and Milwaukee's quarterback CHRIS GREISEN.
JLS IRONMAN OF THE WEEK
Johnson (5-10, 185, Tennessee State) was the main target for new
Vipers quarterback Clint Stoerner in their win over Utah. With
11 receptions, Johnson was the top receiver for Alabama with
114 yards and three touchdowns. His third touchdown of the night
came at the end of the second quarter, giving Alabama a 42-28
lead at halftime. Johnson's highlight was his first score of the
night when he returned a 56-yard kickoff to take the lead, 14-7.
Johnson returned nine kickoffs for a season high 218 yards.
RUSSELL ATHLETIC OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Windsor (6-2, 210, Western New Mexico) has the statistics of a
veteran after just one season in the League. Windsor is No. 1
in eight categories this season, including total scoring (328),
total receiving yards (2372) and total receptions (193), breaking
AFL all-time records in receptions and receiving yards. Against
Iowa, Windsor added more impressive statistics with 15 receptions
for 234 yards and three touchdowns. The wide receiver broke the
AFL rookie record and Arizona's franchise record for touchdown
receptions in a single season in the loss to Iowa.
RIDDELL DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Simpson (6-1, 198, Missouri) stacked up statistics in almost
every defensive category in Iowa's win over Arizona. The fourth
quarter was huge for Simpson, intercepting his sixth pass of the
season and returning it for a 48-yard touchdown. Simpson also
blocked a field goal in the beginning of the fourth quarter.
Iowa would ultimately outscore Arizona 31-13 in the final quarter.
Simpson also accounted for three tackles, a forced fumble, fumble
recovery and pass breakup in Iowa's final game of the season.
<< Decision on scholarships is Patriot League's big issue
Bethlehem, PA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Fordham football coach Tom Masella motioned
toward three of his key seniors - wide receiver Jason Caldwell, linebacker Nick
Magiera and defensive lineman Jordan Bledsoe - and said something he knows is
not entir
<< Bengals finalize deal with top pick Gresham
Georgetown, KY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Cincinnati Bengals have signed tight end
Jermaine Gresham, their first round draft choice.
Terms of the deal were not made available, but the Cincinnati Enquirer
reported it to be a five-year
<< West Ham adds defender Ben-Haim
London, England (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - West Ham acquired Israel defender Tal Ben-
Haim on loan from Portsmouth on Tuesday.
Ben-Haim, 28, joins West Ham on an initial deal through January. He joins the
Hammers as their fourth signing, followin
<< Mariners recall C Moore, option Johnson
Seattle, WA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Seattle Mariners made a roster move on
Tuesday, recalling catcher Adam Moore from Triple-A Tacoma and optioning
catcher Rob Johnson to the same club.
The 26-year-old Moore opened the season w
<< Jason Williams staying in Orlando
Orlando, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Orlando Magic on Tuesday re-signed free
agent guard Jason Williams.
Williams, 34, came out of retirement a year ago to sign with the Magic. He
averaged 6.0 points, 3.6 assists and 1.5 rebounds wh
Report: Seguin, Bruins agree to entry-level contract >>
Boston, MA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Boston Bruins and center Tyler Seguin have
reportedly agreed to a three-year entry-level contract.
The Boston Globe on Tuesday reported Seguin, the No. 2 overall pick in the
2010 NHL Entry Draft behi
San Jose loses Opara, Beitashour to injuries >>
San Jose, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - San Jose Earthquakes rookie Ike Opara suffered
a broken foot on Saturday and could miss up to two months, while fellow rookie
Steven Beitashour broke his hand Monday and will also be sidelined.
Opara, the No.
Ramirez helps White Sox pound Tigers >>
Detroit, MI (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Alexei Ramirez was one of four players to drive
in two runs, as the Chicago White Sox pounded Detroit, 12-2, in the opener of
a day-night doubleheader at Comerica Park.
Ramirez, who collected four hits and
Bruce highlights CFL weekly awards >>
Toronto, ON (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Hamilton wide receiver Arland Bruce III,
Edmonton defensive back Chris Thompson, Saskatchewan kicker Luca Congi and
Roughriders slotback Andy Fantuz were selected as the CFL's top performers for
Week 5
Chile signs Bielsa as coach through 2015 >>
Santiago, Chile (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Chile signed Marceloa Bielsa to a five-year
contract to remain coach of the national team.
Bielsa recently led Chile to the round of 16 in the FIFA World Cup, where the
South Americans lost to rival Brazil
MySportsbook.com: NFL draft - The NFC South
In part two of MySportsbook.com’s draft preview, we’ll take a look at a division that was extremely disappointing last season: the NFC South. Many “experts” predicted the Panthers to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl, of course they could not even make the playoffs in an extremely weak NFC. The Saints definitely made up for the disappointing seasons of their NFC South brethren by exploding out of no where en route to the NFC Championship game. For the avid NFL gambler, it is imperative to pay attention to the NFL draft. Although free agency gets a ton of publicity, the successful franchises build their teams around the draft.
1. New Orleans Saints
Who would have thought this time last year that the Saints would be the favorites to win the NFC South for the 2007 campaign? New Orleans is loaded with firepower on the offensive side of the ball but with the exodus of Joe Horn they will most likely look to draft a WR on Day 1. Despite having the NFL’s 3rd ranked pass defense last season, the Saints will most likely upgrade their CB’s with one of their first two picks. Other possibilities for the Saints will be TE and DT. Because of where they will be selecting (27th), the Saints could go the “best available player” route which could net a LB.
Key additions: Eric Johnson TE, Troy Evans LB, David Patten WR
Key loses: Joe Horn WR,
Team needs: CB, WR, TE, LB, DT
Possible draftees: Aaron Ross CB Texas, Darrelle Revis CB Pitt, Ted Ginn Jr. WR OSU, Paul Posluszny LB PSU, Chris Houston CB Arkansas, Greg Olsen TE Miami
2. Carolina Panthers
Carolina was one of the biggest disappointments in the NFL last season. With the signing of David Carr, expect the very first quarterback controversy to come out of Carolina if Jake Delhomme doesn’t rebound quickly from an average 2007 season. With veteran safety Mike Minter getting up there in age, they will look to draft a safety on Day 1 but probably not in the first round. LB is another need with the loss of Chris Draft to go along with Dan Morgan’s concussion problems. If TE Greg Olsen is still on the board, he might be too good to pass up despite their needs on the defensive side of the ball.
Key additions: David Carr QB
Key loses: Chris Draft LB
Team needs: LB, TE, S, OT
Possible draftees: Greg Olsen TE Miami, Patrick Willis LB Ole Miss, Paul Posluszny LB PSU, Levi Brown OT PSU
3. Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons were another NFC South team to have a disappointing 2007 season. The Falcons have been plenty busy during the off season with plenty of players coming and going including a new head coach. The Falcons were able to improve their draft position with the trade of coveted backup QB Matt Schaub. High on the list of Day 1 needs will be a defensive end to replace Patrick Kerney and a hard hitting safety since Lawyer Milloy is nearing the end of his career. With an additional 2nd round pick, the Falcons could attempt to trade up to acquire local product WR Calvin Johnson.
Key additions: Joey Harrington QB, Toniu Fonoti OG, Joe Horn WR
Key loses: Justin Griffen RB, Patrick Kerney DE, Matt Lehr OG, Ashley Lelie WR, Matt Schaub QB
Team needs: DE, S, OT, WR, DT
Possible draftees: LaRon Landry S LSU, Amobi Okoye DT Louisville, Levi Brown OT PSU, Jamaal Anderson DE Arkansas, Alan Branch DT Michigan
4. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Age really caught up to the Bucs last season. The Bucs still have plenty of household names on defense in Ronde Barber, Simeon Rice and Derrick Brooks but the one thing those three have in common is unfortunately age. It is imperative for the Bucs to get much younger, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Despite having bigger needs on the defensive side of the ball, WR Calvin Johnson is the most likely pick if he is still available when the Bucs pick at the four spot. This would suit Bucs’ faithful just fine as Johnson is widely considered the top talent in the draft and it is a position of need for the Bucs.
Key additions: Jeff Garcia QB, Kevin Carter DE, Torrie Cox CB, Cato June LB
Key loses: Dewayne White DE, Sean Mahan OG
Team needs: WR, LB, DE, CB (Youth on defense!)
Possible draftees: Calvin Johnson WR Georgia Tech, Gains Adams DE Clemson, Jamaal Anderson DE Arkansas
It is never too early to start betting on the NFL. Log on to MySportsbook.com to checkout all of the NFL futures for the upcoming season. On the clock: the NFC North
Odds to win the NFC South:
New Orleans Saints 8-5
Carolina Panthers 2-1
Atlanta Falcons 12-5
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 9-2
Odds to win the NFC:
New Orleans Saints 13-2
Carolina Panthers 7-1
Atlanta Falcons 20-1
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 25-1
Odds to win the Super Bowl:
New Orleans Saints 18-1
Carolina Panthers 20-1
Atlanta Falcons 50-1
Tampa Bay Buccaneers 75-1
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