Bills WR Steve Johnson Live In-Studio Tonight & Interview with Cardinals Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt Friday on NFL Total Access at 7:00 PM ET
Pittsburgh Steelers-Themed America’s Game Marathon Sunday, May 15 at 2:00 PM ET
New Orleans VooDoo Host Tulsa Talons on “Arena Football Friday” May 13 at 8:00 PM ET
The Top 100: Players of 2011 Continues Sunday, May 15 at 8:00 PM ET With Players #80-71 Unveiled; Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions Show Follows at 9:00 PM ET
The countdown of the top 100 players in the NFL today on The Top 100: Players of 2011 continues on Sunday, May 15 at 8:00 PM ET with players #80-71. This week’s list of 10 players includes the following:
– A recent Super Bowl MVP
– A number one-overall pick
– Two NFC pass rushers
– A favorite target for Peyton Manning
– Two New York offensive linemen
Presenters this week for the players #80-71 include:
– New York Giants center Shaun O’Hara and head coach Tom Coughlin
– New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan
– Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid
– Super Bowl XLV-winning Green Bay Packers head coach Mike McCarthy
Last week, players #90-81 were revealed. Below is a list of the players along with their presenters in parentheses:
90. Joe Flacco – Baltimore Ravens (John Harbaugh)
89. Adrian Wilson – Arizona Cardinals (Ken Whisenhunt):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fb0a7d/Top-100-Adrian-Wilson
88. Vernon Davis – San Francisco 49ers (Takeo Spikes):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81f568ab/Top-100-Vernon-Davis
87. Jordan Gross – Carolina Panthers (John Fox)
86. Josh Freeman – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (John Abraham):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fb0b79/Top-100-Josh-Freeman
85. Jason Babin – Tennessee Titans (Jim Washburn)
84. Josh Cribbs – Cleveland Browns (Pat Shurmur):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fb0b2a/Top-100-Josh-Cribbs
83. Mike Williams – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Josh Freeman):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81f7d98c/Top-100-Mike-Williams
82. LaMarr Woodley – Pittsburgh Steelers (Damien Woody)
81. B.J. Raji – Green Bay Packers (Shaun O’Hara):
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81f56218/Top-100-Bonus-B-J-Raji
Below is complete list of players ranked #100-81:
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
Immediately 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 Willie McGinest and Jay Glazer.
Below are video links and quotes from last week’s The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions episode:
– Cleveland Browns wide receiver Josh Cribbs reacts to being ranked #84:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fbd92b/Top-100-Josh-Cribbs-reaction
– Analysts Charles Davis and Brian Baldinger discuss two of the quarterbacks listed, Joe Flacco of the Ravens and Josh Freeman of the Buccaneers:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fbd842/Young-QBs-crack-top-100
– With Donovan McNabb, Joe Flacco and Josh Freeman already announced, who are the other quarterbacks that are bound to make the list?:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-top100-2011/09000d5d81fbdaf3/Top-100-Outside-looking-in
– “The Ravens since they’ve won the Super Bowl have been doing what? Searching for that quarterback to take over the team again so that everything else can roll. Joe Flacco has solidified that position and makes them Super Bowl contenders each and every year now.” – Charles Davis on Joe Flacco, ranked #90
– “I was happy. Just to make the list, you’re in a league of your own, top six percent in the NFL. I’m blessed indeed to be in that list. I have a goal now. My goal is to make it lower on that list, but [No.] 84 I’m surprised and I’m blessed to be where I am.” – Josh Cribbs on his reaction to his #84 ranking
– “There’s a high likeability factor with this guy. … There’s something magnetic about this guy, and on the field people gravitate towards him. Not just his own teammates, but the guys that have to compete against him.” – Brian Baldinger on Josh Freeman, ranked #86
– “This guy is built to lead. He may be the centerpiece of the best young nucleus of talent in the NFL right now.” – Brian Baldinger on Josh Freeman
Buffalo Bills Wide Receiver Steve Johnson Live In-Studio Tonight & Arizona Cardinals Head Coach Ken Whisenhunt Interviewed on NFL Total Access at 7:00 PM ET This Week
NFL Network’s “32 Teams in 32 Days” continues this week on NFL Total Access. Tonight at 7:00 PM ET, the NFL Total Access crew examines the Buffalo Bills with the help of breakout wide receiver Steve Johnson, who appears live in-studio to discuss the 2010 season, the selection of former Alabama defensive tackle Marcell Dareus with the third-overall pick and the future of the team.
On Thursday, May 12, NFL Total Access focuses on the Cincinnati Bengals, who selected wide receiver A.J. Green and quarterback Andy Dalton with their first two picks in the NFL Draft.
On Friday, May 13, Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt appears via Cardinals Cam to recap the team’s draft and what the Cardinals need to do to return to the playoffs after failing to qualify in 2010.
Monday, May 16, “32 Teams in 32 Days” examines the Cleveland Browns, with the San Francisco 49ers scheduled for Tuesday, May 17.
Earlier this week, NFL Total Access discussed the Carolina Panthers (Monday) and the Denver Broncos (Tuesday). Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera appeared via Panthers Cam to talk about the selection of quarterback Cam Newton with the first-overall pick. Denver Broncos general manager Brian Xanders appeared via Broncos Cam to review the decision to draft linebacker Von Miller and offer his thoughts on Broncos’ quarterbacks Kyle Orton and Tim Tebow.
Below are video links and quotes from each interview:
– Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera discusses quarterback Cam Newton:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/carolina-panthers/09000d5d81fc151b/Rivera-1-on-1
– Denver Broncos general manager Brian Xanders appears via Broncos Cam:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d81fc603d/Mile-High-expectations
– “The big thing is it’s not just about him throwing the ball as far as we’re concerned, but it’s also about leading our offense. Here’s a young man that’s had a tremendous amount of success the last two seasons on two separate levels, and we think as far as leadership skills go he’s got what it takes to lead an offense.” – Ron Rivera on quarterback Cam Newton
– “The one thing that we talked about doing was we’re not bringing him here to be the franchise savior by himself; we’re bringing him here to help lead our offense to be an extension of us on the field in terms of coaching staff.” – Ron Rivera on quarterback Cam Newton
– “We had a long process in February, March and April. We went through every player. We really felt excited about Von Miller’s playmaking ability, his explosive athleticism and his ability to create a mismatch for the offensive line.” – Brian Xanders on the selection of linebacker Von Miller
– “John Elway’s a Hall of Fame quarterback, played 16 years. He really knows what he wants in that locker room, what he wants the team to look like and get back to the Broncos’ way. And then coach [John] Fox has great experience. … He’s an established head coach, and these guys have been really great to work with. … Those are two good assets that we’ve added.” – Brian Xanders on Vice President of Football Operations John Elway and head coach John Fox
Pittsburgh Steelers-Themed America’s Game Marathon on Sunday, May 15 Beginning at 2:00 PM ET
Celebrate the Pittsburgh Steelers with an America’s Game marathon on Sunday, May 15 beginning at 2:00 PM ET. With more Super Bowl titles (six) than any other team in the NFL, the Steelers have become synonymous with success. Look back at five of those championship seasons with America’s Game.
Below is the programming schedule:
2:00 PM – America’s Game: 1974 Pittsburgh Steelers (features interviews with Joe Greene, Andy Russell and Franco Harris)
3:00 PM – America’s Game: 1975 Pittsburgh Steelers
4:00 PM – America’s Game: 1979 Pittsburgh Steelers (features interview with John Stallworth)
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-films-americas-game/09000d5d8008cc34/America-s-Game-1979-Steelers
5:00 PM – America’s Game: 2005 Pittsburgh Steelers (features interview with Jerome Bettis)
6:00 PM – America’s Game: 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers
Latest Edition of ‘The Rich Eisen Podcast’ Debuts on Thursday, May 12 on NFL.com/iTunes, Featuring NFL Network’s Brian Billick & Kara Henderson and More
The latest edition of ‘The Rich Eisen Podcast’ debuts on Thursday, May 12 and is available for download on NFL.com and iTunes.
Guests on this edition include NFL Network analyst Brian Billick and NFL Network reporter Kara Henderson to recap the NFL Draft and discuss the impact that some of these rookies will have on their new teams.
Tulsa Talons & New Orleans VooDoo Make Their NFL Network Season Debuts on “Arena Football Friday” May 13 at 8:00 PM ET
The Tulsa Talons (3-5) and the New Orleans VooDoo (2-6) make their season debuts on NFL Network’s “Arena Football Friday” on Friday, May 13 at 8:00 PM ET. Paul Burmeister provides the play-by-play and Solomon Wilcots serves as game analyst. Anthony Herron provides reports from the sidelines at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Last week ‘s “Arena Football Friday” game featured the AFL’s longest rivalry when the Orlando Predators narrowly defeated the Tampa Bay Storm at home, 63-61. Orlando quarterback Nick Hill led the way, passing for 323 yards and eight touchdowns, with wide receivers Bobby Sippio and Josh Bush each catching two touchdowns. Tampa Bay quarterback Brian Zbydniewski threw four touchdown passes in the loss.
This week, the New Orleans VooDoo look to win a second-consecutive game for the first time this season after defeating the Kansas City Command 59-52 on the road in their last game. The Talons look to extend their winning streak to two games with the number one rushing offense in the AFL.
THIS WEEK ON NFL.COM
Thursday, May 12
- CHAT: Steve Wyche (12 NOON ET)
Friday, May 13
- CHAT: Vic Carucci (12 NOON ET)
DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE (all times listed are ET)
Wednesday, May 11
4:30 PM – Sound FX: Super Bowl XLV
5:00 PM – Sound FX: Best of 2010 Season
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Players Not in the Hall of Fame
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #100-91
9:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
10:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #90-81
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
Thursday, May 12
12 NOON – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
1:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #90-81
2:00 PM – 2002 Oakland Raiders
2:30 PM – 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
3:00 PM – History of the Dallas Cowboys
4:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
5:00 PM – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #90-81
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Biggest Upsets
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Traditions
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Backfield Tandems
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Innovations
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
Friday, May 13
12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Backfield Tandems
1:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Innovations
2:00 PM – 2003 Carolina Panthers
2:30 PM – 2003 New England Patriots
3:00 PM – History of the Oakland Raiders
4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Traditions
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Backfield Tandems
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Innovations
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Arena Football Friday: Tulsa Talons vs. New Orleans VooDoo
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
Saturday, May 14
10:00 AM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #100-91
11:00 AM – The Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
12 NOON – The Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #90-81
1:00 PM – Sound FX: Championship Sunday, 2010
1:30 PM – Sound FX: Super Bowl XLV
2:00 PM – Sound FX: Best of 2010 Season
3:00 PM – America’s Game: 1976 Oakland Raiders
4:00 PM – America’s Game: 1977 Dallas Cowboys
5:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Teams
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Weather Games
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 Access
Sunday, May 15
8:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Teams
9:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Weather Games
10:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Backfield Tandems
11:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Innovations
12 NOON – Sound FX: Rex Ryan
12:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 9, 2010
1:00 PM – NFL Replay Real-Time: Week 9, 2010
2:00 PM – America’s Game: 1974 Pittsburgh Steelers
3:00 PM – America’s Game: 1975 Pittsburgh Steelers
4:00 PM – America’s Game: 1979 Pittsburgh Steelers
5:00 PM – America’s Game: 2005 Pittsburgh Steelers
6:00 PM – America’s Game: 2008 Pittsburgh Steelers
7:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
8:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
9:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #80-71
10:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
11:00 PM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
12 MIDNIGHT – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #80-71
Monday, May 16
6:00 AM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
7:00 AM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
8:00 AM – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #80-71
9:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Worst Teams
10:00 AM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #90-81
11:00 AM – Top 100: Players of 2011: #80-71
12 NOON – Top 100: Players of 2011 Reactions: #80-71
1:00 PM – Sound FX: Bill Parcells
1:30 PM – NFL Replay: Houston Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars – Week 10, 2010
2:45 PM – NFL Replay: New York Jets vs. Cleveland Browns – Week 10, 2010
4:00 PM – NFL Replay: St. Louis Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers – Week 10, 2010
5:15 PM – NFL Replay: Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants – Week 10, 2010
6:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 10, 2010
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – America’s Game: 2000 Baltimore Ravens
9:00 PM – America’s Game: 2001 New England Patriots
10:00 PM – America’s Game: 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
Tuesday, May 17
12 NOON – America’s Game: 2001 New England Patriots
1:00 PM – America’s Game: 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
2:00 PM – 2004 Philadelphia Eagles
2:30 PM – 2004 New England Patriots
3:00 PM – Game of the Week: Carolina Panthers vs. Philadelphia Eagles – 2003 NFC Championship Game
4:00 PM – America’s Game: 2001 New England Patriots
5:00 PM – America’s Game: 2002 Tampa Bay Buccaneers
6:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Uniforms
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Greatest Games: New England Patriots vs. Indianapolis Colts – 2006 AFC Championship Game
9:30 PM – Greatest Games: Oakland Raiders vs. New England Patriots – 2001 AFC Divisional Game
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
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