Even though the Bengals went to the playoffs last season, there hasn't been a lot of talk about them being able to defend their AFC North title. Cincinnati is just one of the teams being overlooked.

Despite several changes this offseason, Arizona is confident that young players such as Matt Leinart are ready to play a larger role while the team goes for a third consecutive NFC West crown.

When reviewing the 2010 NFL Draft, it becomes clear the teams that waited for their targeted players in the draft were rewarded, while other teams were not as patient in their method and paid the price.

Draft week is upon us, and here is a final attempt at seeing how things may play out in the first round now that teams have set their draft boards after exhaustive film study and countless debates.

It happens every year. Players projected to be top-10 picks slip considerably down in Round 1 or later. Players not expected to be first-round picks slide in. This mock draft attempts to capture that spirit.

Teams are busy preparing for any moves between now and draft day that will affect their plans. The Brandon Marshall trade will have a ripple effect on several teams in the first round.

Where Oklahoma State WR Dez Bryant ends up has varied from one mock draft to the next. Here, Bucky Brooks makes the case for Bryant to be picked by a team that has experience with a controversial receiver.

This time last year, they were preparing for the combine. Now, a number of key rookies are in the spotlight as their teams aim to advance to conference championship games.

Three of this weekend's wild-card playoff matchups are Week 17 rematches. How much did each team learn from those games? Also, find out why the Cowboys are the best wild-card team.

While most signs point to New England dropping from the NFL's elite, the Packers, Cardinals and Broncos have reasons why their fans should be hopeful in the postseason.

NFL.com's Pat Kirwan draws up his draft board for every team in the NFC West. See the needs for the Cardinals, 49ers, Seahawks and Rams and find out what players they should target.

Every pro personnel director in the NFL has a player board stacked by grade and position, and we're no different here with an extensive list of the top free agents.

Here's a position-by-position look at the best talent that could be available when the clock strikes 12:01 a.m. ET on Friday.

The 3-4 defense in the NFL is all the rage, but switching to it can make you go into a rage. The Packers are attempting to make the transition, and they understand the challenges that lie ahead.

Arizona defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast has gone from the outhouse to the penthouse, as his unit found its way right in time to make a historic playoff march.

An underappreciated aspect of Super Bowl XLIII will be how the Steelers' offense handles the Cardinals' defense, which features a number of real jokers -- versatile players who can blitz and cover.

After a rough late-season stretch, the Cardinals are embracing the moment -- especially a defense that has risen to the challenge and played much more aggressive football when it matters most.

With the Eagles and Cardinals set to do battle next Sunday in the NFC Championship Game, there are five key questions whose answers could determine which team advances to Super Bowl XLIII.

Fantasy injury report: Week 15

With LB Shawne Merriman out for the season, the Chargers have had a pair of linebackers stepping up and making an impact in IDP leagues. Rotowire.com's Danny Goldin has the details.