The Forkball

Jan 17, 2025 | theforkball.com | Jamie Malloy

When Cornelius Bennett arrived in Orchard Park, New York, from the Indianapolis Colts, he was an unproven prospect with very little knowledge of a defensive playbook. Luckily, head coach Marv Levy had a great defensive staff on hand. In a game against the Denver Broncos, they told Bennett to just go after the quarterback. It was no easy feat as the signal caller on the other side was John Elway. A man who would redefine the 1990s and become a Hall of Famer.

Jan 16, 2025 | theforkball.com | Jamie Malloy

As soon as Mike McCarthy received the heave-ho from Jerry Jones, it wasn’t long before the Cowboys’ owner was on the phone with Deion Sanders. Interestingly, the Cowboys’ first response was to contact Mr. Prime Time himself. Could they have been in talks with him the whole time while in talks with McCarthy? Let’s take a look at how Sanders would fit in with the Cowboys and what other coaches could be available to lead the team. In his previous hires for head coach, Jones has gone in two directions.

Jan 9, 2025 | theforkball.com | Jamie Malloy

It’s back again, NFL fans. The 2025 Coaching Carousel has returned and is already underway. This year’s crop has planted more seeds in the garden, producing a surplus of coaches who can enhance the NFL’s real-world experience. Let’s take a look at whether or not coaches’ firings were justified. Robert Saleh/New York JetsThe marriage between Robert Saleh and the New York Jets was heading in the right direction.

Jan 8, 2025 | theforkball.com | Jamie Malloy

Does the Pro Bowl even matter anymore? What used to be a legitimate game between the NFL’s best athletes has now turned into carnival-themed events. Games that still draw a good crowd at relatively low ticket prices. The reasoning behind this change in format is sound. Players can still be recognized for all their hard work during the season, which will look good on their resumes. The players invited to the Pro Bowl are determined by a combination of fans, coaches, and fellow players.

Dec 10, 2024 | theforkball.com | Jamie Malloy

Fran Brown is already living up to his status as the nation’s top recruiter. In his first complete recruiting cycle, Brown has locked in 34 players in Syracuse Football’s 2025 recruiting class. This is four more than the next-highest team in the nation. Brown also finished his first season sporting a healthy (9-3) record which should bring many great players to the program. Below are a few samples of players ready to bring their talents to the Orange in the 2025 season.