Padres Prospects: Top 60 and Beyond

Every year, there are deserving players who do not make MadFriars.com top 60 prospect rankings. These San Diego Padres prospects fit that bill. While these 46 prospects did not make our list, it does not diminish their talent level or ability. There will be plenty on this list that help the big league club in some capacity.   Full Story

The pitchers are up first in our annual review of the St. Louis Cardinals' draft class.   Full Story

The San Diego Chargers look to win their sixth straight game and improve their divisional record to 5-1 when they host the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday. Here's a look at the five Chargers players who must step up to help San Diego nail down its eighth win.   Full Story

It's the time of the year that means two things: a feast the Pilgrims would be proud of and the Chargers riding another winning streak.   Full Story

As they set their roster by the November 20 deadline, the Phillies have chosen three players to add to the 40 man roster. By adding these players, they keep them out of the Rule 5 Draft.   Full Story

The Reading Phillies made it to the Eastern League post-season, but failed to win the league title. Which of their position players could make a return appearance and which may wind up either moving up in the organization or moving out to a different organization?   Full Story

Scout.com's Ed Thompson digs into the detailed numbers and trends from STATS and shares some interesting facts you should know before settling in for Sunday's matchup between the Detroit Lions and the Minnesota Vikings.   Full Story

The senior quarterback talked about the game from the locker room Saturday, discussing his performance, how the victory felt to him, and getting playing time after no reps in practice for two weeks...   Full Story

Although Friday the 13th is a week away, this week’s injury announcements might make a Colts fan double-check the date. Tyjuan Hagler, Marlin Jackson, and Bob Sanders were all placed on injured reserve this week, ending their seasons. Kelvin Hayden and Anthony Gonzalez injuries will also keep them from playing for four weeks or more, even though both were expected back healthy weeks ago.   Full Story

LB Michael Boley on why the Giants may be down, but not out...who's making Saints QB Drew Brees even more dangerous...the players who are consistently harassing quarterbacks...a huge blow to the Texans offense, Edgerrin James' future, big-play running backs and more in Ed Thompson's 7 Points.   Full Story

The Chicago Bears know quite well that they gave away a W last year in Atlanta. This season's game has little to do with last season's game, although beating the Falcons may be even tougher in 2009. Matt Ryan has already developed into a top-shelf passer in this league.   Full Story

Eugene, OR: Jon Berger was a quick callup from the San Diego Padres rookie league affiliate to the Northwest League. His ability to attack hitters and throw inside has served him well even with the move up. It was when he got to Lake Elsinore that he struggled.   Full Story

Indianapolis returns home to host the 1-2 Seattle Seahawks Sunday afternoon. The Seahawks will be without starting quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, who fractured a rib in week two against the 49ers. Seneca Wallace will make his second straight start and Seattle will likely focus on the ground and short passing games.   Full Story

This week’s installment of news, notes, commentary and analysis with the regular season now underway.   Full Story

Both of the Vikings’ most serious injury concerns heading into the weekend – LB Heath Farwell and G Anthony Herrera – are active against Detroit.   Full Story

The back-up senior quarterback, Kevin Craft, talked after the Kansas State game from the locker room. He spoked about getting good pass protection, his mindset after last season, and the mental toughness it takes to play the game...   Full Story

Saturday’s move to place NT Jamal Williams on injured-reserve was just the latest in a string of setbacks for San Diego’s linemen. The team will now be without at least four linemen, possibly five, when it hosts the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. With that in mind, this week’s “Five to Watch” focuses solely on the big uglies.   Full Story

There is nothing like entering an NFL locker room after a win. The feel, the sound, the jubilation is obvious. And just maybe, the Chargers' locker room will take on those characteristics if they beat the Baltimore Ravens in Sunday's home opener.   Full Story

With Kevin Prince out at quarterback, Kevin Craft might get a chance to play this Saturday. He talks about the possibility, what he's doing to prepare for it, and how this season is different than last year for him, and for the team...   Full Story

The Jaguars made some more moves as they signed safety Brian Russell, and released veteran guard Dennis Norman. To find out what kind of player the Jaguars are getting in Russell, JagNation asked our legion of NFL experts to weigh in.   Full Story

Ruvell Martin’s final act as a Packer was congratulating Brett Swain for taking his roster spot. Martin’s phone call touched Swain, who spent last season on the practice squad and is being counted on to provide more of an impact as a playmaker and on special teams.   Full Story

The Patriots are in the market for a veteran quarterback> Could they be interested in former Michigan signal caller Brian Griese? Patriots Insider has an update on the backup position.   Full Story

When the Patriots announced their first roster cuts via twitter, one of the names which stood out was QB Andrew Walter. Without Walter, New England has only rookie QB Brian Hoyer backing up tom Brady.   Full Story

With the final preseason game upon us and the cutdown to 53 players coming on Saturday, here are five guys that need to step up in order to keep their jobs.   Full Story

Chad Huffman has three hits in a Portland loss. Matt Buschmann sees an unfamiliar situation. Jon Berger gets hammered in the California League and thinks it is mental. Miles Mikolas takes over the lead in a dubious category while Dean Anna continues to hit.   Full Story