Behind the Line

Pelicans Should NOT Trade Lonzo Ball

We're barely a quarter of the way through the NBA regular season...and the fans and media in New Orleans already want to blow up the Pelicans roster and start over. One player who is carrying the bulk of the blame for the Pelicans disappointing start is Lonzo Ball.

We explain why it would be a mistake for New Orleans to trade Lonzo Ball at this point. The trade market is down for him right now...and the Pelicans don't have a viable replacement on the roster. 

We explain why the Pelicans need to be patient with this young roster...and not go down the same path they did during the Anthony Davis era.

Matt Stafford Career Rescued As Jared Goff Falls From Grace

The Los Angeles Rams and Detroit Lions made news Saturday night with a blockbuster trade. The Rams agreed to send three draft picks and Jared Goff to Detroit in exchange for Matt Stafford. The deal immediately had an impact...as the Rams Superbowl odds for 2021 increased by 17 percent.

We take a look at the positives and the negatives of this trade. Obviously Matt Stafford is the biggest winner...while Jared Goff is experiencing a massive fall from grace. However...how will this trade impact the futures of both the Lions and Rams?

We look at both teams...and determine who got the better end of the deal in both the short-term and long-term. We explain how the Rams are mortgaging their future and taking a huge risk with Matt Stafford. If this doesn't result in a Superbowl...it will be a failure for Sean McVay.

The Lions are absorbing the albatross contract of Jared Goff. We explain how paying him franchise quarterback money over the next few years could hinder the rebuild in Detroit.

Dak Prescott: Leave the Dallas Cowboys ASAP

We are now entering the third straight offseason with no long-term deal in place between Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys. It's becoming clear that Jerry Jones doesn't believe Dak is the long-term answer at quarterback.

We look at the last 2-3 years of contract negotiations between Dak and Jerry Jones from Dak's perspective...and explain why he should look for a way out of Dallas. We explain that Jerry Jones doesn't respect Dak as his franchise quarterback...and how if Dak is tagged in 2021...the Cowboys will suffer through another losing season.

Matt Stafford: Local Detroit Media Bashes Him on His Way Out

Matt Stafford has given the first 12 years of his NFL career to the Detroit Lions. He's been through rebuilds...played on bad teams...and did everything he could to elevate the franchise. Yet...the local media in Detroit found cause to bash him on his way out of town.

We take a look at a recent article from the Detroit Free Press...and debunk some of their criticisms of Matthew Stafford. We explain why he's earned the right to end his career outside of Detroit...and how publicly demanding a trade didn't take all the leverage away from the Lions.

We also look at a few interested teams that could end up trading for Stafford.

Carson Wentz: Do Eagles Want Him Back?

Relationships can be very delicate. One thing most people can agree on when it comes to relationships...there's no coming back from cheating. Once one party in the relationship breaks that trust...in most cases...it's impossible to come back from.

That's exactly what happened last season between the Philadelphia Eagles and Carson Wentz. The Eagles cheated on Wentz with Jalen Hurts...and their relationship has never been the same and could be irreparably damaged.

But...do the Philadelphia Eagles even want Carson Wentz back next season? We explain how some of the moves the Eagles have made could signal they're moving on from their franchise quarterback.

We also explain why Carson Wentz needs a fresh start outside of Philadelphia...and why it's critical he lands in a good situation next season.

Aaron Rodgers Not Leaving Packers; Tom Brady Surpasses Michael Jordan

After another disappointing loss in the NFC Championship game...Aaron Rodgers had some interesting comments in his postgame press conference. Now...speculation is rampant that he could be retiring...or leaving the Green Bay Packers for another team.

We explain why Rodgers' comments should be taken with a grain of salt...and how it's nearly impossible for him to get out of Green Bay this offseason. We also look at the reason why the Packers lost to the Buccaneers in the NFC Championship game...and why Green Bay should've won the game.

For over 20 years...Michael Jordan has been regarded as the greatest professional athlete in the history of American sports. That is no longer the case...as he has now been surpassed by Tom Brady.

We explain why Brady is greater than Jordan and LeBron James...and how unprecedented his 20 year NFL career has been.

We also come to the defense of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen...and explain why he is not the reason the Bills lost in the AFC Championship game.

Aaron Rodgers: Is He Playing Last Game at Lambeau with Packers?

Aaron Rodgers has been on fire this season...leading the Packers to their second consecutive trip to the NFC Championship game. Green Bay drafted Jordan Love in the first round last year...and the speculation began on how long Rodgers would be in Green Bay.

Sports Illustrated posted an article this week theorizing the Packers would trade Aaron Rodgers to the San Francisco 49ers this offseason. However...there is one major problem with their theory.

We explain why Aaron Rodgers won't be traded to the 49ers this offseason. We also explain when it will make sense for the Packers to consider moving on from their future Hall-of-Fame quarterback.

John Harbaugh Could Be Ruining Career of Lamar Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens are facing a big decision this offseason. Lamar Jackson has clearly outplayed his rookie contract...and is eligible for a big money contract extension. We saw both Patrick Mahomes and Deshaun Watson get their extensions last summer...and now Lamar Jackson is eligible for his.

However...is he worth over $40 million per season? Recent comments made by John Harbaugh indicate that the Ravens aren't changing their run-heavy offense. Harbaugh doesn't seem interested in developing his young quarterback into a proficient pocket passer.

Is this sustainable? Can Lamar Jackson have a long-term career in the NFL as a run first quarterback? History tells us his style of play isn't sustainable...and John Harbaugh could be hurting the career of Lamar Jackson.

Philip Rivers Is NOT a Hall-of-Famer

After 17 years in the NFL...Philip Rivers has decide to retire and ride off into the sunset. It's been one hell of a run for Rivers...who accomplished a lot throughout his career. However...his career also had it's share of disappointments...as he could never seem to win the big games.

We explain why Philip Rivers is not a Hall-of-Fame quarterback. Yes...his statistics are right up there with the all-time great quarterbacks. However...stats can be misleading...and Philip Rivers is missing a couple of accomplishments that other all-time great in the Hall-of-Fame have.

We list those qualifications...and compare Rivers to Eli Manning. Both were drafted in 2004...and you could make the argument Rivers was a better quarterback overall. However...on two different occasions...Manning had career defining playoff runs...which Rivers never had.

Deshaun Watson Demands Trade From Texans; Where Will He Play Next Season?

In nearly 20 years of existence...the Houston Texans have had ONE franchise quarterback. Deshaun Watson. Because of the myriad of bad decisions over the last few years...the Texans have essentially forced their franchise quarterback to demand a trade this offseason.

The relationship between quarterback and franchise has become so contentious in Houston...that Deshaun Watson has stopped fielding phone calls from the Texans. In short...the marriage is over...and it's time to move on.

We explain why Deshaun Watson wants out of Houston...and why the Texans have no one to blame but themselves. The favorites to land him are the San Francisco 49ers...but we name two other NFL teams that could make a realistic push for Deshaun Watson.