TBR’s First Annual 2008 NFL Mock Draft (Picks 21-24)

Posted in 2008 NFL Draft, 2008 NFL Mock Draft, Aqib Talib, Blogroll, Dallas Cowboys, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Indiana University, James Hardy, Jason Campbell, Kenny Phillips, Limas Sweed, Pittsburgh Steelers, Sean Taylor, Tennessee State, Tennessee Titans, Terrell Owens, Uncategorized, University of Kansas, University of Texas, Washington Redskins on April 21st, 2008 by thebrotherreport

nfl_draft_06.512 TBRs First Annual 2008 NFL Mock Draft (Picks 21-24)

We’re back for Week 2 of our 2008 Mock Draft. We will close out the first round with the playoff qualifiers. Don’t be fooled; in spite of their successful seasons these teams have major needs as well. Lets look to see how things unfold.

The Washington Redskins are on the clock…

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Throwback Thursday: Doug Williams, Soul Survivor

Posted in Blogroll, Race and Sports, Racial Divide, Racism in Sports, Washington Redskins, quarterback controversy, race, race and quarterbacks, race relations on January 31st, 2008 by thebrotherreport

02-06-2005.NS_06blackWILLIAMS.G831HUQGG.1 Throwback Thursday: Doug Williams, Soul Survivor

The position of quarterback has been a microcosm of the Black struggle in America - a door supposedly “open to all” - except for us of a darker hue who continuously knock, kick and scream until an answer comes.

For eighty years, the Black man has fought tooth and nail to be in a position to lead a professional football franchise to glory. Many came before Doug Williams some may have even been better skilled. But looking back on the life of Douglas Lee Williams -none were better prepared.

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