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NFL articles on what's going on in the moment written by Jamell Crouthers.
“The Bryce Isn’t Right”
Sept. 24, 2024

“The Bryce Isn’t Right”

In a perfect world, there’s teams who dream of having the perfect franchise quarterback. For the Carolina Panthers, drafting Alabama quarterback andHeisman Winner Bryce Young first overall in 2023. From the pre-draft process,Carolina&rsqu…
“An Uncomfortable Conversation”
Sept. 18, 2024

“An Uncomfortable Conversation”

If you’re an NFL fan or even a youth football coach, this article willtouch the mind, body, and spirit. As I sit here behind my laptop, manythoughts have ran through my “khaotik” frame of thought. You mayhave a son, grandson, nephe…
“A Big Bad Voodoo Loss”
Sept. 17, 2024

“A Big Bad Voodoo Loss”

Oh, another day in the life of being a Dallas Cowboys fan. Bright lights,big stars, fans lined up to see what turned out to be an embarrassing loss to New Orleans 44-19. A Saints team whose turning the pages postDrew Brees and most of that rost…
“Deshaun Watson in The Dawg House”
Sept. 12, 2024

“Deshaun Watson in The Dawg House”

*The following article contains graphic subject matter. Viewerdiscretion is advised. *Well, well, well another miserable showing for Cleveland Brownsquarterback Deshaun Watson. To say he’s still elite… Not much to bedesired from an eye …
An Un-Likely Finish
Sept. 10, 2024

An Un-Likely Finish

Week one of the 2024 NFL season kicked off with record shatteringviewership for Thursday Night Football. Defending champion KansasCity Chiefs began their quest for a three-peat, while AFC runner-upBaltimore Ravens were looking to avenge their loss e…
Dak Prescott: Time to Deliver
Sept. 10, 2024

Dak Prescott: Time to Deliver

Contracts, drama, dilemma define what’s become the Dallas Cowboys.All the makings of being invested with America’s Team comes withmedia scrutiny. All offseason, the fans were waiting and speculatingwhat the next move would be. Leading up…
"O.J. Simpson: The Rise & Fall of A Great Player."
April 16, 2024

"O.J. Simpson: The Rise & Fall of A Great Player."

One of the best running backs in NFL history O.J. Simpson passed away at the age of 76. Surrounded by family, “Juice” fought a lot of personal battles in his life. How will we remember him is the question every human being is asking upon…
Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Deion Sanders
March 24, 2024

Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Deion Sanders

Welcome to another installment of “Making Your Mental Health a Priority,” a series in which I delve into sports' biggest names and athletes with their mental health journeys. If you’re new to my content here on The Gryd, please go …
Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Dez Bryant
March 11, 2024

Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Dez Bryant

Welcome back to another installment of a special in-depth series “Making Your Mental Health a Priority,” as we continue these articles with sports biggest athletes and superstars. If you’re new to my blogs, go back and read the pre…
Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Dak Prescott
March 5, 2024

Making Your Mental Health A Priority: Dak Prescott

Welcome ladies and gentlemen to another installment of “Making Your Mental Health a Priority,” a series of articles where I delve into sports' biggest athletes. If you haven’t read the previous articles, please do so on The Gryd&rs…
When One Door Closes, Another Will Open
Feb. 20, 2024

When One Door Closes, Another Will Open

Where do I begin this article as the NFL season is concluded? We’ve had the Super Bowl, and a champion was crowned. Teams are preparing for the upcoming draft as boards will be filled with well over 200 players by round. For one man, former of…
Movin' On Up
Feb. 18, 2024

Movin' On Up

To quote a line from the classic 1970s sitcom “The Jeffersons.”We’re movin’ on up, to the Eastside, we finally got a piece of the pie. Yes, the NFL hiring cycle has been completed with (3) black coaches getting an op…
Don’t Hate the Player, Hate the Game & Rules You Made
Feb. 16, 2024

Don’t Hate the Player, Hate the Game & Rules You Made

Oh, the irony of so many old white NFL owners and GMs having a reason to dislike the San Francisco 49ers. The hypocrisy of a group of men who agreed to allow minority executives and coaches to be interviewed. When a league which consists of “T…
A High Stakes Finish In Las Vegas
Feb. 12, 2024

A High Stakes Finish In Las Vegas

What an exciting finish to the 2023 NFL Season; capped off by a thrilling overtime finish in Super Bowl LVIII. You thought it was going to be a close game? If you took the points, I’m sure you may have won some money. If you bet high and lose,…
Super Bowl LVIII: “High Stakes Showdown”
Feb. 9, 2024

Super Bowl LVIII: “High Stakes Showdown”

Welcome to the final game of your 2023 NFL season; the road to Super Bowl LVIII leads us to Las Vegas, Nevada. What a very interesting postseason we’ve had with plenty of aggressive gambling and passive mistakes by some teams. But the two team…
No Field For Old Men
Feb. 1, 2024

No Field For Old Men

If you’d told me the great Bill Belichick would be available after the most recent hiring cycle? I’m taking that bet and cashing what I can get for sure. Former New England Patriots Head Coach Bill Belichick is a free agent as we speak. …
Time To Re-Charge!
Jan. 31, 2024

Time To Re-Charge!

As the great lyricist Nas once said: “It was written,” destiny aligned for the Los Angeles Chargers to hire former Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh to take the franchise in a new direction. It’s not often a great college head coach…
Lamar Jackson: No More Excuses
Jan. 29, 2024

Lamar Jackson: No More Excuses

The stage was set for Lamar Jackson and Baltimore to seize this opportunity and knock off Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City. It seemed like a well-written script to get over the hump. Homefield advantage with the fans in a frenzy, Ravens legends Ray L…
It’s Goin’ Down in The Bay Area
Jan. 25, 2024

It’s Goin’ Down in The Bay Area

Here we are folks! We’ve arrived at the NFC title game which will be played in Santa Clara, California. Levi Stadium, the home of your number one seed San Francisco 49ers. We’ve got a good title game on hand and I’m here to cross t…
The Heavyweight Bout Has Arrived!
Jan. 24, 2024

The Heavyweight Bout Has Arrived!

Well…well…well…here we are football fanatics, we’ve reached the AFC title game. Time flies when your team is still playing deep into January. As for the two teams left in what’s going to be a heavyweight fight, it&rs…
AFC Divisional Round Ruthless Matchups
Jan. 19, 2024

AFC Divisional Round Ruthless Matchups

And…Here we are ladies and gentlemen, round two of your 2023 NFL Playoffs! What an exciting and upsetting start to the AFC bracket in all honesty. If your team is still in play, congrats as you’ve made it past “Super Wild Card Wee…
NFC Divisional Round Reckless Matchups
Jan. 18, 2024

NFC Divisional Round Reckless Matchups

Oh…Hello there! Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to your 2023 NFL Divisional Round of the NFC bracket. Did your team make it to round two? If you were a part of an upset like my beloved Dallas Cowboys, we have nothing to rap about this week. It&…
AFC Playoff Khaos Is Here!
Jan. 11, 2024

AFC Playoff Khaos Is Here!

Ahh…Welcome to the 2023-24 NFL Postseason, the road to Las Vegas is here as AFC teams look to gain traction and book their flights. In what’s been a crazy, up and down season with plenty of surprises. Join me as I give you the most khao…
NFC Playoff Khaos Is Here!
Jan. 9, 2024

NFC Playoff Khaos Is Here!

And…here we are ladies and gentlemen! It’s a new year and the 2023 NFL Season has concluded as the NFC playoff picture is set. San Francisco 49ers will have homefield advantage and the first round bye to start the Super Bowl run to Las …