NFL NETWORK’S A FOOTBALL LIFE CHRONICLES NFL FILMS FOUNDER ED SABOL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 AT 10:00 PM ET
Football Freakonomics Feature “Is Momentum a Myth” on NFL GameDay Morning Sunday, October 23 at 9:00 AM ET
Jim Nantz, Dennis Miller, Michael Silver & Dennis Haysbert on The Rich Eisen Podcast Thursday, October 20 at 4:30 PM ET
Carson Palmer Joins Oakland — Raiders-Chargers Kickoff 2011 Thursday Night Football Schedule November 10 at 8:00 PM ET
Ed Sabol: A Football Life Debuts on NFL Network Thursday, October 20 at 10:00 PM ET
NFL Films founder Ed Sabol is the latest subject to be profiled on NFL Network’s A Football Life on Thursday, October 20 at 10:00 PM ET.
The one-hour documentary chronicles the profound and enduring impact Sabol and NFL Films have had on the NFL, and how they revolutionized the way the game of football is viewed and remembered. In addition to interviews with Sabol, his son Steve and daughter Blair, A Football Life follows Ed throughout the entire Hall of Fame weekend, capturing footage from the Enshrinees Dinner and behind-the-scenes of his induction speech.
To view the trailer of Ed Sabol: A Football Life, please click on the following link:
http://nflfilms.nfl.com/2011/
Below are quotes from Ed Sabol: A Football Life:
“He made the NFL a better league. That’s a great legacy.” – NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
“I dreamt the impossible dream and I’m living it right this minute.” – Ed Sabol
“We can’t copy television. We’ve got to do something different, we’ve got to get in closer. We have to get to the faces, to the eyes because when they wore those helmets and those masks, you couldn’t see anybody’s face. And I want to see the hands when they’re down in the dirt and cleats kicking up the dirt. And everybody could tell the difference when we were shooting a game and when it was a television game.” – Ed Sabol
“My father always used to say ‘treat everyone as a gentleman; not because they are, but because you are.’” – Steve Sabol
To read a blog post on Ed and Steve Sabol from NFL Films producer Ken Rodgers, please click on the following link:
http://nflfilms.nfl.com/2011/
The subjects for the remaining three episodes of this season of the documentary series A Football Life have been announced. Below is the schedule. All times are 10:00 PM ET.
- Thursday, October 27 – Super Bowl-winning head coach Mike Ditka
- Thursday, November 3 – Winningest coach in Dallas Cowboys history Tom Landry
- Friday, November 11 – The legendary Al Davis
*Special night following debut of ‘Thursday Night Football.’ See below for more information on TNF.
THIS WEEK ON NFL GAMEDAY MORNING: Debut of Football Freakonomics Feature
Sunday is GameDay, beginning four hours prior to kickoff on NFL GameDay Morning at 9:00 AM ET. Join host Rich Eisen and analysts Steve Mariucci, Kurt Warner, Warren Sapp and Michael Irvin on the first and most comprehensive pregame show on television, taking viewers straight up to kickoff with the latest news, injury reports, pregame analysis and game previews.
Marshall Faulk is in London and will appear on the pregame show.
A new feature segment Football Freakonomics debuts this Sunday hosted by Stephen J. Dubner, co-author of the New York Times best-selling book “Freakonomics.” This week’s feature asks “is momentum a myth,” and examines the impact that a series of positive plays can have on the outcome of a football game. With 31 fourth-quarter comeback victories so far this season, Dubner, co-author of “Scorecasting” Tobias Moskowitz, and SiriusXM radio host Chris Russo, comment on the subject and present their arguments if momentum in football is something quantifiable, or simply just a myth.
NFL.com’s The Season: A Biography grants an all-access pass to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the team prepares to face the Chicago Bears at Wembley Stadium in the 2011 NFL International Series.
With the Oakland Raiders trading for quarterback Carson Palmer, and the Minnesota Vikings inserting rookie quarterback Christian Ponder into the starting lineup, NFL Films examines the impact of replacing a quarterback midseason.
Also featured on NFL GameDay Morning:
- Jeff Darlington reports from Miami for Broncos-Dolphins
- Steve Cyphers reports from Detroit for Falcons-Lions
- Albert Breer reports from London for Bears-Buccaneers
- Stacey Dales reports from MetLife Stadium for Chargers-Jets
- Steve Wyche reports from Oakland for Chiefs-Raiders
- Are the Oakland Raiders contenders with Carson Palmer at quarterback?
- What to expect from Tim Tebow’s first start of the season for the Denver Broncos
- How will the Detroit Lions handle adversity following their first loss of the season?
- Who is the best team in the NFC East?
THIS WEEK ON AROUND THE LEAGUE LIVE and NFL TOTAL ACCESS
Wednesday, October 19
Around the League Live:
- Steve Cyphers reports from Detroit
- Jeff Darlington reports from Oakland
- Melissa Stark reports from New York with the Jets
- Michelle Beisner reports from Denver
Thursday, October 20
Around the League Live:
- Jeff Darlington reports from Oakland
Friday, October 21
Around the League Live:
- Albert Breer reports from London
- Stacey Dales reports from New York with the Jets
Saturday, October 22
NFL Total Access:
- Albert Breer reports from London
- Jeff Darlington reports from Miami
- Steve Cyphers reports from Detroit
- Stacey Dales reports from New York with the Jets
Steve Mariucci, Warren Sapp, Joe Theismann & Dhani Jones on No Huddle TONIGHT at 10:00 PM ET
Steve Mariucci, Warren Sapp, Joe Theismann and guest analyst Dhani Jones are featured this week on No Huddle tonight at 10:00 PM ET for a roundtable discussion. The four will discuss the following topics:
- Did Jim Harbaugh cross the line, or did Jim Schwartz overreact?
- Did Sunday’s games clarify the NFC East picture, or make it cloudier?
- Are the 4-2 Cincinnati Bengals for real?
- Is this the golden age of the passing game?
- Are the New Orleans Saints still the team to beat in the NFC South?
Below is a video link and quotes from this week’s episode of No Huddle:
Steve Mariucci, Warren Sapp, Joe Theismann and Dhani Jones discuss the post-game altercation between head coaches Jim Harbaugh and Jim Schwartz:
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-
“We hold coaches to a different standard, just like we hold quarterbacks to a different standard.” – Warren Sapp on the postgame altercation between Jim Harbaugh and Jim Schwartz
“In the moment when they needed one more first down, they didn’t even ask [Tony Romo] to throw it.” – Warren Sapp on the Dallas Cowboys
“This might be the best rookie combo ever.” – Steve Mariucci on Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton and wide receiver A.J. Green
“This is the game where Chris Johnson starts to earn his new paycheck.” – Joe Theismann on the Tennessee Titans hosting the Houston Texans
Jim Nantz, Dennis Miller, Michael Silver & Dennis Haysbert on The Rich Eisen Podcast Thursday, October 20 at 4:30 PM ET
The latest edition of The Rich Eisen Podcast airs on NFL Network Thursday, October 20 at 4:30 PM ET.
NFL play-by-play announcer for CBS, Jim Nantz, calls in to recap the action from Week 6, preview what is to come in Week 7 and discuss the Nantz National Alzheimer Center, which is dedicated to improving the care and treatment for patients with Alzheimer’s.
Former Monday Night Football analyst and media personality Dennis Miller appears on the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation, touching on a number of various topics in the NFL. Miller offers his opinion on the Oakland Raiders trading for Carson Palmer, the future for quarterback Jason Campbell and just how good Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has played thus far.
Yahoo! Sports NFL writer Michael Silver phones in to discuss all of the pertinent topics making headlines around the league, including the Palmer trade and Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ comments about the team’s offense late in the game last week against the New England Patriots.
Actor and Bay Area native Dennis Haysbert appears in-studio to discuss the seasons for the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders thus far, including the post-game altercation between Jim Harbaugh and Jim Schwartz, and the Raiders’ trade for Palmer. Haysbert also discusses his past roles in the Major League franchise and the highly-popular television series, 24.
Part 1 of the podcast featuring interviews with Haysbert and Silver is now available for download on NFL.com and iTunes:
http://richeisen.nfl.com/2011/
Part 2 of the podcast is available for download on Thursday, October 20.
San Francisco 49ers Moving Up, Now at No. 4 in NFL.com’s Week 7 Power Poll
The San Francisco 49ers moved into the No. 4 position following their win over the previously unbeaten Detroit Lions, who moved down three spots to No. 6 in NFL.com’s Week 7 Power Poll.
Following a win at home, the New England Patriots moved into the No. 2 spot, replacing the New Orleans Saints, who dropped to No.7.
For the seventh consecutive week, the defending Super Bowl-champion Green Bay Packers sit atop the rankings, receiving all nine first-place votes.
Below are the top 10 teams in the NFL.com Power Poll, with their previous week’s ranking listed in parentheses:
1. Green Bay Packers (1)
2. New England Patriots (5)
3. Baltimore Ravens (T-3)
4. San Francisco 49ers (8)
5. San Diego Chargers (6)
6. Detroit Lions (T-3)
7. New Orleans Saints (2)
8. Pittsburgh Steelers (9)
9. Buffalo Bills (7)
10. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (T-13)
To view the entire poll, visit:
THIS WEEK ON PLAYBOOK
Thursday 8:00 PM ET – AFC Playbook with Sterling Sharpe, Brian Baldinger, Joe Theismann and Matt Millen:
- Joe Theismann on how Chris Johnson can have a breakout game against the Texans
- Sterling Sharpe on how the Chiefs can win their third consecutive game
- Brian Billick film study on how the Jets pressure defense can create problems for Philip Rivers
- Why the Ravens can win their fourth consecutive game
- 2:00 Warning – A look at the fantasy impact running backs in the AFC
Friday 8:00 PM ET – NFC Playbook with Sterling Sharpe, Brian Baldinger, Joe Theismann and Matt Millen:
- Sterling Sharpe on what changes the Cowboys need to make on offense
- Joe Theismann on how Aaron Rodgers can keep the Packers perfect
- Brian Billick film study on how the Falcons defense can put pressure on Matthew Stafford
- How the Colts can upset the Saints to get their first win of the season
- 2:00 Warning – A look at the fantasy impact quarterbacks in the NFC South
Episode #7 of NFL.com’s The Season: A Biography – Commitment to Excellence
The latest episode of NFL.com’s weekly series The Season: A Biography, is now available on NFL.com
On Saturday, October 8, Al Davis passed away at the age of 82. An NFL icon who spent six decades in professional football, Davis had a significant impact on the league on a number of different levels. As a scout, assistant coach, head coach, commissioner, general manager and owner, Davis was the NFL’s master of all trades. The Season: A Biography examines Davis’ career and the legacy he leaves behind.
To view the latest episode of The Season: A Biography, visit:
http://www.nfl.com/features/
Oakland Raiders-San Diego Chargers Faceoff in 2011 Thursday Night Football Opener on November 10 at 8:00 PM ET
The Oakland Raiders and San Diego Chargers faceoff in a game that could include a matchup of All-Pro quarterbacks Philip Rivers and Carson Palmer in the kickoff of NFL Network’s 2011 Thursday Night Football schedule Thursday, November 10 at 8:00 PM ET.
Play-by-play announcer Brad Nessler and game analyst Mike Mayock comprise NFL Network’s new Thursday Night Football broadcast team, with Alex Flanagan reporting from the sidelines.
Below is a schedule of NFL Network’s 2011 Thursday Night Football schedule. All game times are 8:00 PM ET:
Thursday, November 10 – Oakland Raiders at San Diego Chargers
Thursday, November 17 – New York Jets at Denver Broncos
Thursday, November 24 (Thanksgiving Day) – San Francisco 49ers at Baltimore Ravens
Thursday, December 1 – Philadelphia Eagles at Seattle Seahawks
Thursday, December 8 – Cleveland Browns at Pittsburgh Steelers
Thursday, December 15 – Jacksonville Jaguars at Atlanta Falcons
Saturday, December 17 – Dallas Cowboys at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Thursday, December 22 – Houston Texans at Indianapolis Colts
DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE (all times listed are ET)
Wednesday, October 19
4:00 PM – Walter Payton: A Football Life
5:00 PM – Around the League Live
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL Replay: Dallas Cowboys at New England Patriots – Week 6, 2011
9:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
10:00 PM – No Huddle
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
12 MIDNIGHT – NFL Fantasy Live
12:30 AM – NFL Replay: Dallas Cowboys at New England Patriots – Week 6, 2011
2:00 AM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
2:30 AM – No Huddle
3:30 AM – NFL Films Presents: NFL Super Pros
Thursday, October 20
12 NOON – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
12:30 PM – NFL Replay: Dallas Cowboys at New England Patriots – Week 6, 2011
2:00 PM – NFL Fantasy Live
2:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
3:00 PM – No Huddle
4:00 PM – NFL Films Presents: Making a Name
4:30 PM – The Rich Eisen Podcast
5:00 PM – Around the League Live
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Playbook: AFC
9:00 PM – Walter Payton: A Football Life
10:00 PM – Ed Sabol: A Football Life – DEBUT
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
12 MIDNIGHT – NFL Fantasy Live
12:30 AM – Playbook: AFC
1:30 AM – Walter Payton: A Football Life
2:30 AM – Ed Sabol: A Football Life
3:30 AM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
Friday, October 21
12 NOON – NFL’s Top 10: Team Turnarounds
1:00 PM – Playbook: AFC
2:00 PM – NFL Fantasy Live
2:30 PM – The Rich Eisen Podcast
3:00 PM – Walter Payton: A Football Life
4:00 PM – Ed Sabol: A Football Life
5:00 PM – Around the League Live
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – Playbook: NFC
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Super Bowls
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Gutsiest Calls
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
12 MIDNIGHT – NFL Fantasy Live
12:30 AM – Playbook: NFC
1:30 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Super Bowls
2:30 AM – The Rich Eisen Podcast
3:00 AM – Canadian Football League: Edmonton Eskimos at Toronto Argonauts [Tape Delay]
Saturday, October 22
9:00 AM – NFL Films Presents: Making a Name
9:30 AM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
10:00 AM – No Huddle
11:00 AM – Playbook: AFC
12:00 NOON – Playbook: NFC
1:00 PM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
1:30 PM – The Rich Eisen Podcast
2:00 PM – No Huddle
3:00 PM – Canadian Football League: Montreal Alouettes at Winnipeg Blue Bombers – LIVE
6:00 PM – Playbook: NFC
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:30 PM – Sound FX: Week 6, 2011
9:00 PM – Ed Sabol: A Football Life
10:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Brett Favre Games
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
12:30 AM – The Rich Eisen Podcast
1:00 AM – Ed Sabol: A Football Life
2:00 AM – NFL’s Top 10: Brett Favre Games
3:00 AM – NFL Total Access
Sunday, October 23
9:00 AM – NFL GameDay Morning
1:00 PM – NFL GameDay Statzone
4:00 PM – NFL GameDay Scoreboard
7:30 PM – NFL GameDay Highlights
11:30 PM – NFL GameDay Final
Monday, October 24
1:00 PM – Around the League Live
6:00 PM – Up to the Minute
6:30 PM – The Coaches Show
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:30 PM – The Coaches Show
9:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Draft Trades
10:00 PM – The Coaches Show
10:30 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Draft Classes
11:30 PM – NFL Total Access Monday Night Football Presser
12 MIDNIGHT – NFL Total Access Monday Night Football Review
Tuesday, October 25
12 NOON – Top 100 Greatest Players: #40-31
1:00 PM – America’s Game: 1969 Kansas City Chiefs
2:00 PM – NFL Fantasy Live
2:30 PM – Sound FX: Adrian Peterson
3:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Revenge Games
4:00 PM – NFL’s Top 10: Brett Favre Games
5:00 PM – Around the League Live
7:00 PM – NFL Total Access
8:00 PM – NFL Replay: TBD
9:30 PM – NFL Replay: TBD
11:00 PM – NFL Total Access
12 MIDNIGHT – NFL Fantasy Live
12:30 AM – NFL Replay: TBD
2:00 AM – NFL Replay: TBD
3:30 AM – Sound FX: Adrian Peterson
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