Trash Talk Inflames AFC's Jets-Pats, Steelers-Ravens
The Pittsburgh Steelers-Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots-New York Jets rivalries turned nasty this week as trash talk inflamed their NFL playoff showdowns.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers-Baltimore Ravens and New England Patriots-New York Jets rivalries turned nasty this week as trash talk inflamed their NFL playoff showdowns.
Healthy with the Jets, LaDainian Tomlinson is again headed to Foxboro for a playoff game — with a trip to the AFC championship game on the line. "Having this opportunity," Tomlinson said, smiling, "my hair's going to be on fire."
No bigger rivalry than Boston and New York... and it holds true for their football teams as well.
Please forgive Antonio Cromartie for his mouth. He just hasn't been himself all season. And it's all Darrelle Revis' fault. Well, at least one theory.
Matt Fox of "Rex's Gang Green" fame joined Boomer & Carton on Thursday to perform the viral playoff anthem that Jets fans are going wild for.
Antonio Cromartie was surrounded by a swarm of reporters and refused to back down. Yes, he most certainly did call Tom Brady an expletive. And, no way was the New York Jets cornerback going to apologize.
Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum joined Boomer Esiason and Craig Carton on Thursday morning to discuss Antonio Cromartie's "--- him" comments toward Patriots quarterback Tom Brady.
The anticipation for the Jets' showdown with the Patriots has been steadily building all week. Today Craig says the Jets and their fans are now "in the pocket" - a metaphor that was lost on Boomer.
This practice was a little different for Mark Sanchez. It was the first time in nearly a month that his sore right shoulder was no longer an issue.
Thursday is the eve of our 'Official-Unofficial Jets Pre-Game Show,' and Boomer & Craig spend it dissecting Jets-Patriots - according to Craig, today we're "in the pocket," and he lets us know exactly what that means...
Tom Brady just wants to talk about football. The New York Jets won't let him.
The "personal" hits keep coming from Rex Ryan's Jets. Speaking with the Daily News on Tuesday, Antonio Cromartie said the Jets "don't give a damn" about Patriots quarterback Tom Brady. That was just the beginning.
The Mexican television reporter who said she felt uncomfortable in the Jets' locker room in September is picking the team to win the Super Bowl.
Pump up the volume, Jets fans. Your team is making a playoff run, and there's a catchy anthem providing the soundtrack.
Outspoken Jets super-fan "Fireman Ed" Anzalone joined Boomer & Carton on Wednesday morning to pump up New York fans leading into this weekend's playoff game against the New England Patriots.
Antonio Cromartie had a few choice words for Tom Brady that are not fit for print in this here blog, but you can use your imagination. Craig loves the bravado displayed by Cromartie, clearly following the lead of his head coach.
Jets cornerback Antonio Cromartie had a few choice words for Tom Brady on Tuesday, telling the Daily News that New England's QB is "an a------," adding "--- him." Woah!
Darrelle Revis couldn't believe Rex Ryan's latest declaration. His coach labeled him the best player in the NFL, hands down. Some lofty praise that made Revis' eyes widen.
Concerns about injuries and insurance make the league's push to switch to an 18-game regular season a major sticking point in negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement, according to two NFL players.
The Jets' road to glory takes them to New England on Sunday. For many fans it's a high point for the season, so far -- unless you've been rooting for that other team that plays at the Meadowlands.
The 'old Rex' was on display on Monday as he talked, unfiltered, about Bill Belichick and the Patriots, displaying that unique bravado that both endears him to fans and makes him a villain.
This road thing seems to agree with wild-card teams. Now, can the Ravens, Jets and Packers keep it going next weekend?
Sure, Tom Brady is great. So are Peyton Manning and Michael Vick. But in Rex Ryan's always humble opinion, they pale in comparison to Darrelle Revis.
Strictly speaking, the New England Patriots prefer bland to brash. Let Rex Ryan and his loose-lipped New York Jets do the talking.
Some fans are worried that Rex Ryan's braggadocio will pump Tom Brady and the Patriots up to another level. What do you think about Rex's press conference?
