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Former NFL guy with the Chiefs and Patriots: 2 seasons spent with the Chiefs, one each on the scouting and coaching staffs. Four summers spent interning with the Patriots, two apiece with the coaching and scouting staffs. Dedicated to the intricacies and x's and o's of the game, personnel evaluation, and strategy of football. Author at ThoughtsFromTheField.tumblr.com, and Wesleyan University grad (class of 2009).

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NFL Draft 2012: AFC West Team Needs

With the NFL Draft just eight days away, it’s time to take a look at the various needs that each team will be hoping to address during the three part event. It’s been a busy offseason thus far for…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Browns Do With Pick 22?

Like the Bengals with the pick before them, the Browns will be making their second selection of the first round when they choose at number 22 in the upcoming NFL draft, assuming the team stands pat with…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Cincinnati Bengals Do With Pick 21?

When the Cincinnati Bengals make the 21st overall selection in the upcoming 2012 NFL draft, they’ll be the first team—at least as it currently stands—to make its second selection, as they also are…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Tennessee Titans Do With Pick 20?

Rare is the time when I fully condone an NFL owner meddling in football operations and handing down a directive that goes against the wishes and visions of the decision-making staff that he has entrusted…Read More

2012 NFL Draft: What Will The Chicago Bears Do With Pick 19?

Many Chicago Bears fans are having a hard time seeing through the Matt Forte contract saga and taking a deep look at what their team has been up to this offseason, but for those who are able to do so,…Read More

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2012 NFL Draft: What Will The San Diego Chargers Do With Pick 18?

Pick a word even loosely synonymous to underachieving and go ahead and insert it when describing the…Read More

2012 NFL Draft: What Will The Bengals Do With Pick 17?

In what will be forever remembered as the Carson-Palmer heist, Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown shipped…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Jets Do With Pick 16?

Whether it makes sense to or not, we have a tendency to separate prospects by the “half” of the draft…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Eagles Do With Pick 15?

Logic suggests that an increased accumulation of talent equates to increased output, or, in the case…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Dallas Cowboys Do With Pick 14?

It’s hard to believe, but the Dallas Cowboys – once an undisputed NFL heavyweight – have won just…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Arizona Cardinals Do With Pick 13?

In baseball, batting .500 is virtually impossible. When it comes to NFL personnel moves, batting .500…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Seattle Seahawks Do With Pick 12?

As Josh can attest to, the Seahawks will be making some major changes to the way they’ll look this…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Kansas City Chiefs Do With Pick 11?

Chiefs head coach Romeo Crennel recently suggested that his team had filled most of its roster gaps…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Buffalo Bills Do With Pick 10

Draft chatter is picking up with amazing speed, and that means we’re further capable to understand…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: What Will The Carolina Panthers Do With The 9th Overall Pick?

Say what you will about the Carolina Panthers’ plan to enter the 2010 season with a lame duck head…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: Miami Dolphins Plans For The Number 8 Pick

Yesterday, we brought to you a look at the plans for the teams that will pick between 3 and 7 during…Read More

NFL Draft 2012: Who The Top Teams Will Take, Should Take, Could Take & Shouldn’t Take

No event in sports is as unpredictable as the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, but you could make…Read More

Early NFL Offseason Winners And Losers

Before I go any further, I wanted to start by saying I’m excited to be contributing to NFL Spin Zone.…Read More