Let’s look at NFL Network’s schedule plus the chats on NFL.com over the next 7 days. Lots of stuff to review.
NFL NETWORK & NFL.COM PROGRAMMING NOTES (5/25 – 5/31)
JETS QB MARK SANCHEZ IN-STUDIO TONIGHT ON NFL TOTAL ACCESS AT 11:00 PM ET
Interviews with Chiefs Head Coach Todd Haley (Thursday) & Lions QB Matthew Stafford (Friday) for “32 Teams in 32 Days”
Peyton Manning, Jon Gruden, Maurice Jones-Drew & Others Present Players #60-51 on The Top 100: Players of 2011 Sunday, May 29 at 8:00 PM ET
Top 10 Memorial Day Marathon Monday, May 30 Beginning at 6:00 AM ET
Mark Sanchez, Tony Dungy, Warren Sapp & Kara Henderson Featured on ‘The Rich Eisen Podcast’ on NFL.com
NFL.com’s Countdown of the Top 20 Games of 2010 Continues with #13-11Jets QB Mark Sanchez Live In-Studio TONIGHT on NFL Total Access at 11:00 PM ET; Interviews with Chiefs Head Coach Todd Haley (Thursday), Lions QB Matthew Stafford (Friday), Patriots WR Julian Edelman (May 30) & Rams Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo (May 31)
NFL Network’s “32 Teams in 32 Days” continues this week on NFL Total Access. Tonight at 11:00 PM ET, New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez appears live in-studio to discuss getting to the AFC Championship Game in his first two seasons in the league, and how the team can get over the hump and advance to the Super Bowl.
On Thursday, May 26, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Todd Haley appears via Chiefs Cam to talk about the 2010 season in which the team won the AFC West, and how the Chiefs plan to advance further in the playoffs next year.
On Friday, May 27, NFL Total Access examines the Detroit Lions with the help of quarterback Matthew Stafford. Stafford discusses the selection of draft picks Nick Fairley, Titus Young and Mikel Leshoure, as well as an update on his recovery from offseason shoulder surgery.
On Monday, May 30, New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman appears live in-studio to recap the 14-2 season in 2010 and falling to the New York Jets in the AFC Divisional Game.
On Tuesday, May 31, St. Louis Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo appears via Rams Cam for a discussion on the selection of defensive end Robert Quinn and the future of the team with quarterback Sam Bradford.
Earlier this week, Miami Dolphins linebacker Cameron Wake appeared live in-studio to look back at the 2010 season, as well as give his thoughts on his No. 63 ranking in NFL Network’s The Top 100: Players of 2011 series. On Tuesday, Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak appeared via Texans Cam to explain the decision to select J.J. Watt in the NFL Draft and Mario Williams’ switch from defensive end to outside linebacker.
Below are video links and quotes from the interviews on NFL Total Access:
– Miami Dolphins linebacker Cameron Wake appears live in-studio:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d81ffa00d/32-in-32-Dolphins– Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak appears via Texans Cam:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d81ffefc6/Kubiak-chats-Texans-draft-Mario-Williams-and-more– “I think it’s the consistency. We’ve had games where we went out there and we felt like we dominated. And then we had games where we got manhandled in certain situations, I’m going to be honest. We can’t have a letdown; you get one chance Sunday in front of the lights and you have to go out there and put your best on the field.” – Cameron Wake on the weakness of the Dolphins’ defense
– “It is consistency. We have the weapons, we’ve seen flashes of their greatness. Just being able to put that in a constant flow, back-to-back and putting the ball in the end zone.” – Cameron Wake on what the offense needs to be successful
– “We see what he could do and to have him go out there and be nervous or second-guess his arm is something I think would make the situation worse. I’m standing behind the guy. I have the full confidence in him to go out there in the offseason and take us forward in the season.” – Cameron Wake on Dolphins quarterback Chad Henne
– “When we had the opportunity in the draft to add J.J. [Watt] to our team, then all of the discussions started with Mario [Williams] having the ability to stand up. Mario has done that in our defense before. … I just feel like he’s got a chance to be excellent out there, so that’s where we’ll put him. We’ll start with him standing up and he will be the guy that gives our defense flexibility.” – Gary Kubiak on Mario Williams switching positions from defensive end to outside linebackers
– “I don’t think it was any secret that we were going to be defensive-minded in the draft. We had problems on the back-end, we had a very young secondary. But the bottom line, we had problems as a defense. So we have to start to put this thing together, a 3-4 scheme with Wade [Phillips] and listening to him you build from the front end and work your way back.” – Gary Kubiak on the decision to select J.J. Watt over Prince Amukamara
The Top 100: Players of 2011 Continues with Players #60-51 Sunday, May 29 at 8:00 PM ET; Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions Show with Solomon Wilcots & Torry Holt at 9:00 PM ET
The countdown of the top 100 current NFL players as voted on by the players themselves continues on Sunday, May 29 at 8:00 PM ET on The Top 100: Players of 2011 with players #60-51. This week’s list of 10 players includes the following:– Recent AP Offensive Rookie of the Year and AP Defensive Rookie of the Year winners
– One of Drew Brees’ favorite targets, as well as one of his key protectors
– Two of the three centers included on the list
– Pass rusher who recorded two sacks in a recent Super Bowl victoryPresenters this week for the players #60-51 include:
– Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning
– Former Super Bowl-winning head coach Jon Gruden
– Jacksonville Jaguars running back Maurice Jones-Drew
– Denver Broncos safety Brian Dawkins
– Miami Dolphins head coach Tony SparanoLast week, players #70-61 were revealed. Below is a list of the players along with their presenters in parentheses:
70. Miles Austin – Dallas Cowboys (Jason Garrett):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81ff556c/Top-100-Miles-Austin69. John Abraham – Atlanta Falcons (Josh Freeman):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fadbbe/Top-100-Bonus-John-Abraham68. Antrel Rolle – New York Giants (Calais Campbell)
67. Brian Waters – Kansas City Chiefs (Takeo Spikes)
66. Richard Seymour – Oakland Raiders (Romeo Crennel)
65. Vonta Leach – Houston Texans (Kirk Morrison)
64. Tamba Hali – Kansas City Chiefs (Osi Umenyiora)
63. Cameron Wake – Miami Dolphins (Tony Sparano):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fc05b6/Top-100-Bonus-Cameron-Wake62. Jerod Mayo – New England Patriots (Bill Belichick)
61. Brandon Marshall – Miami Dolphins (Jon Gruden):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81ff5722/Top-100-Brandon-MarshallBelow is complete list of players ranked #100-61:
100. Donovan McNabb – Washington Redskins
99. Chad Clifton – Green Bay Packers
98. Darren McFadden – Oakland Raiders
97. Shaun Phillips – San Diego Chargers
96. Nick Collins – Green Bay Packers
95. Jon Beason – Carolina Panthers
94. Frank Gore – San Francisco 49ers
93. Eric Berry – Kansas City Chiefs
92. Lance Briggs – Chicago Bears
91. Terrell Owens – Cincinnati Bengals
90. Joe Flacco – Baltimore Ravens
89. Adrian Wilson – Arizona Cardinals
88. Vernon Davis – San Francisco 49ers
87. Jordan Gross – Carolina Panthers
86. Josh Freeman – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
85. Jason Babin – Tennessee Titans
84. Josh Cribbs- Cleveland Browns
83. Mike Williams – Tampa Bay Buccaneers
82. LaMarr Woodley – Pittsburgh Steelers
81. B.J. Raji – Green Bay Packers
80. Jared Allen – Minnesota Vikings
79. D’Brickashaw Ferguson – New York Jets
78. Dallas Clark – Indianapolis Colts
77. Chris Snee – New York Giants
76. Santonio Holmes – New York Jets
75. Jay Ratliff – Dallas Cowboys
74. Greg Jennings – Green Bay Packers
73. Trent Cole – Philadelphia Eagles
72. Tony Romo – Dallas Cowboys
71. Mario Williams – Houston Texans
70. Miles Austin – Dallas Cowboys
69. John Abraham – Atlanta Falcons
68. Antrel Rolle – New York Giants
67. Brian Waters – Kansas City Chiefs
66. Richard Seymour – Oakland Raiders
65. Vonta Leach – Houston Texans
64. Tamba Hali – Kansas City Chiefs
63. Cameron Wake – Miami Dolphins
62. Jerod Mayo – New England Patriots
61. Brandon Marshall – Miami DolphinsImmediately following the episode at 9:00 PM ET is The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions, a one-hour show that offers a closer look at the latest players featured and analysis on each selection from NFL Network analysts. This week, host Lindsay Soto is joined by analysts Solomon Wilcots and Torry Holt.
Below are video links and quotes from last week’s The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions episode:
– Cameron Wake of the Miami Dolphins stops by the studio to discuss his No. 63 ranking:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81ff5cbb/In-the-Wake-of-being-No-63– Analysts Warren Sapp and Kurt Warner discuss the most-represented position on the list – the wide receivers:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81ff5bb4/Top-100-WR-debate– “It’s amazing. Literally coming from a couch to the 63rd best player in the NFL, it’s something that definitely makes you feel really good. It was a struggle there at one point not knowing what’s going on, and even when I got here being a guy who didn’t get a lot of playing time my first year in. Just trying to everyday get on the field and make an impression to the coaches. Coming off of last season and being voted by my peers and my teammates feels good.” – Cameron Wake on being selected by current NFL players
– “Amazing. Amazing football player. When he got signed, obviously the defensive side of the ball was very happy having a guy like him, a very dynamic playmaker, on the other side of the ball who let us sit back and get a couple of more drinks of water and take a little bit more rest.” – Cameron Wake on Brandon Marshall, who was No. 61
Who will be the No. 1 wide receiver on the list?
Warren Sapp: Andre Johnson (Houston Texans)
Kurt Warner: Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona Cardinals)Jets QB Mark Sanchez, Former Super Bowl-Winning Head Coach Tony Dungy & NFL Network’s Warren Sapp & Kara Henderson Featured on the Latest Edition of ‘The Rich Eisen Podcast’
The latest edition of ‘The Rich Eisen Podcast’ will be available for download on NFL.com and iTunes today after 8:00 PM ET.After a week off, Eisen returns with another edition of the podcast. Headlining the edition is the quarterback for the New York Jets, Mark Sanchez, who appeared live in-studio on NFL Total Access on Wednesday, May 25. Sanchez talks about leading the Jets to the AFC Championship Game in his first two seasons in the NFL, what it will take for the Jets to make the Super Bowl and what it is like playing for head coach Rex Ryan.
Eisen also speaks with the former head coach of the Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tony Dungy. One of Dungy’s former players – current NFL Network analyst Warren Sapp – and NFL Network reporter Kara Henderson are also on the podcast.
Top 10 Memorial Day Marathon on Monday, May 30 Beginning at 6:00 AM ET
Celebrate Memorial Day with a Top 10 marathon on Monday, May 30 beginning at 6:00 AM ET. Countdown everything in the world of football with over 15 hours of Top 10 episodes.Below is full schedule of the Top 10 marathon:
6:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterbacks of the 80s
7:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Raiders
8:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Uniforms
9:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Jersey Numbers
10:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Undrafted Players
11:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Things We Loved About the 2000s:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-top-ten/09000d5d81e44ca8/Top-10-things-from-2000s-Brady-vs-Manning12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Shortest Players
1:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Backup Quarterbacks
2:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Lefty Quarterbacks
3:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Pittsburgh Steelers:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-top-ten/09000d5d81d17578/Top-Ten-Steelers-of-All-Time-Rod-Woodson4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Teams That Didn’t Win the Super Bowl
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Super Bowls:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-top-ten/09000d5d81defd38/Top-Ten-Super-Bowls-Super-Bowl-XLII6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Gutsiest Calls
8:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Free Agent Signings
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Revenge Games
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime FinishesNFL.com’ Countdown of the Top 20 Games of 2010 Continues This Week – Game #13: Baltimore Ravens vs. Pittsburgh Steelers, AFC Divisional Game
NFL.com is currently counting down the Top 20 Games of 2010, with features on the latest game on NFL Total Access.Tonight, the AFC Divisional Game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers checks in as the #13 game of the 2010 season. The two division rivals met in a classic playoff game which saw the Steelers erase a 14-point halftime deficit for a 31-24 victory.
To read more about this game and to watch video highlights, please visit:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81ffe7a3/article/no-13-steelers-edge-rival-ravens-in-another-grudge-match?module=HP_cp2On Thursday, May 26, the Week 16 game between the New York Jets and Chicago Bears ranks as the #12 game of the season.
On Friday, May 27, the Week 14 game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans on Monday Night Football is unveiled as the #11 of 2010.
Below is a complete list of the games ranked #20-13:
20. San Diego Chargers vs. Oakland Raiders (Week 5) – The Raiders block two Charger punts and score a defensive touchdown in a 35-27 win:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81fd1cd7/article/no-20-raiders-block-chargers-in-2010-classic19. Green Bay Packers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers (Super Bowl XLV) – Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers earns MVP honors as the Packers defeat the Steelers 31-25 for their fourth Super Bowl title:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81fdd65f/article/no-19-titletown-usa-tops-sixburgh-for-ultimate-prize18. Houston Texans vs. Washington Redskins (Week 2) – The Texans overcome a 10-point fourth quarter deficit to force overtime before winning in overtime, 30-27:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81fe2410/article/no-18-texans-rally-for-rousing-win-over-redskins17. Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills (Week 12) – Bills wide receiver Stevie Johnson drops the game-winning touchdown in the end zone, allowing the Steelers to kick a field goal for a 19-16 win in overtime:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81fe62a0/article/no-17-johnsons-drop-in-ot-costs-bills-a-win-over-steelers16. Dallas Cowboys vs. Arizona Cardinals (Week 16) – Arizona kicker Jay Feely connects on a 48-yard field goal to give the Cardinals a 27-26 victory on Christmas over the Cowboys:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81fe9cdc/article/no-16-cards-ride-thirdstring-qb-past-cowboys-on-christmas15. New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns (Week 10) – Jets wide receiver Santonio Holmes catches a 37-yard touchdown pass with 16 seconds remaining in overtime for a 26-20 victory over the Browns:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81ff4d5f/article/no-15-holmes-huge-ot-play-saves-jets-from-tie-in-cleveland14. Dallas Cowboys vs. Indianapolis Colts (Week 13) – Colts quarterback Peyton Manning throws a career-high four interceptions in a 38-35 overtime loss to the Cowboys:
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d81ff86c5/article/no-14-boys-benefit-from-one-of-mannings-worst-gamesKurt Warner & Paul Burmeister Call Utah Blaze-Iowa Barnstormers on “Arena Football Friday” on Friday, May 27 at 8:00 PM ET
The Iowa Barnstormers (2-7) will look to end their six-game losing streak when they host the Utah Blaze (5-4) on NFL Network’s “Arena Football Friday” game on Friday, May 27 at 8:00 PM ET. Iowa-native Paul Burmeister provides the play-by-play and Kurt Warner serves as game analyst. Anthony Herron provides reports from the sidelines at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines, Iowa.Last week on “Arena Football Friday,” quarterback Nick Davila led the Arizona Rattlers to a 61-53 victory over the New Orleans VooDoo with a 314 yards, seven touchdown passing performance. Arizona wide receiver Trandon Harvey caught a game-high four touchdown passes, while New Orleans wide receivers PJ Berry and Chris Wilson each caught three touchdowns.
The Utah Blaze will be making their season-debut on NFL Network looking to maintain a hold on the final Wild Card spot in the National Conference. Last week, the Blaze defeated the San Jose Sabercats 76-68 behind quarterback Tommy Grady’s nine touchdown passes.
This week’s game marks the second and final appearance on NFL Network for the Barnstormers. In their first “Arena Football Friday” game, the Barnstormers edged out the Spokane Shock 43-42 at home. Iowa is coming off a bye week.
THIS WEEK ON NFL.COM
Thursday, May 26
- CHAT: Bucky Brooks (2:00 PM ET)
Friday, May 27
- CHAT: Vic Carucci (12 NOON ET)
DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE (all times listed are ET)
Wednesday, May 25
8:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
9:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
10:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #70-61
11:00 PM – NFL Total AccessThursday, May 26
12 NOON – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
1:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #70-61
2:00 PM – Quarterback Challenge: 2004, Part 1
3:00 PM – Quarterback Challenge: 2004, Part 2
4:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
5:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #70-61
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Weather Games
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Controversial Calls
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Team Nicknames
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterback Controversies
11:00 PM – NFL Total AccessFriday, May 27
12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Team Nicknames
1:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterback Controversies
2:00 PM – Quarterback Challenge: 2005, Part 1
3:00 PM – Quarterback Challenge: 2005, Part 2
4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Controversial Calls
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Team Nicknames
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterback Controversies
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Arena Football Friday: Utah Blaze vs. Iowa Barnstormers
11:00 PM – NFL Total AccessSaturday, May 28
10:00 AM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
11:00 AM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
12 NOON – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #70-61
1:00 PM – 2002 San Francisco 49ers
1:30 PM – NFL’s Greatest Games: New York Giants vs. San Francisco 49ers – 2002 NFC Wild Card Game
3:00 PM – America’s Game: 1982 Washington Redskins
4:00 PM – America’s Game: 1984 San Francisco 49ers
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Backup Quarterbacks
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime Finishes
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Fans Choice
9:00 PM – Fans Choice
10:00 PM – Fans Choice
11:00 PM – NFL Total AccessSunday, May 29
8:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Backup Quarterbacks
9:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime Finishes
10:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Team Nicknames
11:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterback Controversies
12 NOON – Sound FX: Mike Singletary
12:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 11, 2010
1:00 PM – NFL Replay Real-Time: Week 11, 2010
2:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #1 – The Beginning 1962-1965
3:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #2 – Players 1966-1968
4:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #3 – Lost Sounds 1966-1969
5:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #4 – American Football League
6:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #5 – The End of an Era
7:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
8:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #60-51
9:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #60-51
10:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #70-61
11:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #60-51
12 MIDNIGHT – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #60-51Monday, May 30
6:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Quarterbacks of the 80s
7:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Raiders
8:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Uniforms
9:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Jersey Numbers
10:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Undrafted Players
11:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Things We Loved About the 2000s
12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Shortest Players
1:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Backup Quarterbacks
2:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Lefty Quarterbacks
3:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Pittsburgh Steelers
4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Teams That Didn’t Win the Super Bowl
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Super Bowls
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Gutsiest Calls
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Free Agent Signings
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Revenge Games
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime Finishes
11:00 PM – NFL Total AccessTuesday, May 31
12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Revenge Games
1:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime Finishes
2:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #1 – The Beginning 1962-1965
3:00 PM – Lost Treasures: Episode #2 – Players 1966-1968
4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Free Agent Signings
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Revenge Games
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Overtime Finishes
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL’s Greatest Games: New York Giants vs. Green Bay Packers – 2007 NFC Championship Game
9:30 PM – NFL’s Greatest Games: San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers – 1998 NFC Wild Card Game
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
That’s all.
