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Nom de plume. Pseudonym. Alias. Nom de guerre. Handle. Nickname. Stage name. Assumed name. User name. Screen name. To engage here at CSC, we each had to come up with an SB Nation screen name. They are specifically created and used for a number of reasons - to protect the innocent, to cover one's tracks, to reveal something about your self, to misdirect, to project a desired image, to free one up to speak truths one wouldn't normally share as oneself, or whatever. Just like there's a broken heart for every light on Broadway, just like every picture's worth a thousand words, just like every rose has its thorn, and just like every cowboy sings a sad, sad song, every screen name has a story. As an exercise to draw us all closer together as a community of individuals, let's share the stories behind our screen names. Are you with me? All right!!!! I'll go first. Hans Petersen is indicative of my first and last names. Hans is my great grandfather's name, and we trace back to Denmark waaay back on my Dad's side of the family. Wow, that's a story all right. A boring one. But there used to be a fellow around these here parts who went by the handle HansDat, do you remember him? Ghost of HansDat (who has been known to haunt me now and again) says: As you know now, Hans is my first name, so that explains that. I chose the Dat because it's the back end of Who Dat?, which is our team's rallying cry and sometimes what we call ourselves as Saints fans...Who Dats. Running it into my first name gave it the same rhythm and syllabication as Who Dat, and I liked the way it sounded when I said it out loud. You should have seen the people next to me in the Webster Groves (St. Louis) public library when I was trying it on for size. But at least they didn't shush me. I can't wait to laugh, cry, sigh with melancholy, SMDH, and facepalm with incredulity as I get to know more about my fellow CSCers through your screen name back stories. Feel free to also share about your profile pictures and signature line choices as well...those are part of your projected CSC identity, too, after all. Have at it!! ** This post inspired by previous work done at Arrowhead Pride, Music City Miracles, and other SBN football sites.

Shanahan on RG3: "very special," can be one of the best ever | ProFootballTalkWashington coach Mike Shanahan says quarterback Robert Griffin III isn't just a good young quarterback. Griffin is, according to Shanahan, a unique talent who has the potential to be the best ever to play the game. Greatest Coaches in NFL History - Mike Shanahan - ESPNMike Shanahan, a former college quarterback whose teams have regularly ranked among the NFL's best on offense, was the fifth head coach to win back-to-back Super Bowls. Jon Heath Sports Media: Nalen: "We ran the same play five times"On Wednesday, the Denver Broncos announced that former center Tom Nalen will be inducted into the team's Ring of Fame this fall. Denver Broncos News and Blogs Dave Costa: 1941-2013 | DenverBroncos.comIt has been reported that former Broncos defensive tackle Dave Costa passed away earlier this week. He was 71. Ronnie Hillman Stronger, Wiser in Year Two | DenverBroncos.comRunning back Ronnie Hillman has added 15 pounds and plans to capitalize on a year of experience heading into his second NFL season. Gray Matter: May 24 | DenverBroncos.comThis week's Gray Matter fan mailbag talks camp surprises, fantasy running backs and Von Miller's ranking on NFL Network's Top 100. Ronnie Hillman trying to make most of his time with Broncos starters - The Denver PostThe Broncos used a third-round pick in the 2012 NFL draft on Ronnie Hillman because they believe he can be an impact player in both the run game and as a receiver in their offense. Great Broncos center Tom Nalen paved way for 1,000-yard rushers - The Denver PostBroncos followers assumed Tom Nalen was a really good center. No one really knew for sure. Who watches blockers? Maybe there is a way, though, to quantify an offensive lineman. From 1995 through the first five games of 2007, there was one constant in the Broncos offensive line: Nalen. Nickel is the new base - It's All Over, Fat Man!The nickel formation is usually dated back to the early 1960s, when Jerry Williams of the Eagles used it to try and defend Chicago Bears tight end Mike Ditka. Tom Nalen Gets Candid In Ring of Fame Press Conference - Predominantly OrangeIf history has a way of repeating itself, then Broncos’ Country is in for a real treat. Tom Nalen eleito ao Ring of Fame " BroncosBrasil.comEm reconhecimento a todo o trabalho prestado à franquia, Tom Nalen será inserido no Ring of Fame do Denver Broncos. A cerimônia será realizada durante o jogo contra o Philadelphia Eagles no dia 29 de Setembro. Ele será o 24º jogador do Ring of Fame, o 7º daqueles times que venceram os Super Bowls, e se juntará a grandes nomes como John Elway, Rod Smith, Shannon Sharpe, Frank Tripucka, entre outros. NFL News and Blogs Former NFL GM says Urlacher is not a Hall of Famer - Windy City GridironOf all the praise that has been heaped on Brian Urlacher since he announced his retirement Wednesday, most of it has involved the discussion, even assumption, that he will one day be enshrined in the Pro-Football Hall of Fame. Former Colts and Giants general manager Ernie Accorsi is not convinced. Ron Jaworski believes Chip Kelly's offense won't work in the NFL - SBNation.comThe Philadelphia Eagles believe Chip Kelly's offense is going to be a success in the NFL, but Ron Jaworski doesn't feel the same. Brian Urlacher didn't really retire as Green Bay Packer - NFL.comBrian Urlacher didn't really leave the Chicago Bears to sign a one-day contract with the Green Bay Packers and "go out a winner." Nobody believed it. Well ... almost nobody. Ricardo Lockette 49ers' answer at wide receiver? - NFL.comMichael Crabtree’s Achilles injury has left San Francisco 49ers fans desperately searching far and wide for his replacement. Is their answer in Colin Kaepernick’s house? Brett Favre settles suit connected to alleged racy texts - NFL.comBrett Favre is back in the news. The retired QB settled a lawsuit

The redemption team. Jake Long has critics to silence, and so does Michael Vick. The bottom line: Have an off an year, earn the enmity of the media. Long had two straight years of nagging injuries before he signed a free agent contract with the St. Louis Rams. Broken bones in his hands, and he STILL catches everything thrown his way... Calvin Johnson revealed he spent much of last season with broke fingers. More remarkable, is how he broke Jerry Rice's single season receiving yards record with 1,964 yards on 133 receptions. The tight end evolution continues unabated... Have a look at the chart of yardage by tight ends from 1992 to 2012. If only your 401k could experience THAT kind of growth. Moving the NFL Draft to May isn't all they're thinking about... It's not just scheduling issues at Radio City Music Hall that has the NFL wondering about shifting the date of the NFL Draft to early May. The Welker - Amendola debate is going to heat up as the season approaches. Go to 11:35 on the video to hear what they have to say about the dual between two Texas Tech alums. Six minutes... NFL Films put together a video capsule for the 2012 season. Enjoy! 8 to 1 odds the Rams win the NFC West? There's little denying Seattle and San Francisco are leading candidates for one of them to make it to the Super Bowl this season. More interesting still, the Rams are getting some "spec-love" as a possible third NFC West team to make the playoffs. Jaws doesn't know what to think of Chip Kelley's offense... Ron Jaworski has his doubt about the Eagles' new head coach and his high flying college offense translating to the NFL: "I just don't see NFL passing concepts in this offense," Jaws continued. "It's a movement offense by the quarterback, off the run-action, off the read-action. A lot of short, quick passes, dart routes, bubble screens. Very few plays down the field with NFL passing concepts." Jason Garrett isn't playing for his job? Really? Well Jerry Jones said so, so it must be true... Sorry, I'm not buying it. Garrett finishes the season under .500, he'll be hitting the unemployment line. How will Michael Crabtree's injury effect the 49ers? The Achilles injury to the 49ers wide receiver could expose the team's vulnerability and lack of proven talent at WR. While I don't think it will hamper a team known for it's "Run First" reputation, it could limit total offensive output. With Manningham and Williams coming off injuries - hopefully by the time training camp starts - they'll be thin at best. RGIII has come back from major knee surgery at a lightning fast pace. I know how he's doing it too. His doctors used Super Glue, right? I remember when a knee injury put you on the sidelines for a year, but not anymore. How about some Stedman Bailey in the red zone? I have to admit, I never consider the West Virgina wide receiver as a red zone threat, but this video shows he has a nose for the ball in the end zone. Skip Bayless says Tavon Austin is Barry Sanders... So it must be true, eh?

Tulloch was among a number of current and former Lions who were honored on Friday night by the Gridiron Greats, which was formed in 2007

Bush has lived life in the fast lane the last decade playing in Los Angeles, New Orleans and Miami, but when he hit free agency, the running back jumped at the chance to sign with Detroit.

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Nathan Jahnke breaks down Kareem Jackson's ascent to the top of the AFC cornerback rankings as Jackson is the Houston Texans' Secret Superstar.

Dumervil ‘emerging as a leader’ for Ravens - Carroll County Times: Baltimore RavensOutside linebacker Elvis Dumervil is still a little more than three months away from playing in his first regular season game as a Baltimore Raven, but, if what coach John Harbaugh said Wednesday is any indication, Dumervil is already establishing himself as a primary team leader for the Ravens in the post-Ray Lewis and Ed Reed-era. Ravens sign second-round pick Brown | Fox NewsThe Baltimore Ravens signed linebacker Arthur Brown to a four-year contract on Thursday. Baltimore Ravens: 5 Players Facing Make-or-Break Seasons in 2013The Baltimore Ravens were Super Bowl champs in 2012. They had solid play from almost everyone, but who needs to do well in 2013? Doss, Ravens' other young receivers 'hit the ground running' - Carroll County Times: Baltimore RavensOWINGS MILLS — The wide receiver position is arguably the Baltimore Ravens’ top remaining question mark, but, for what it’s worth, coach John Harbaugh and quarterback Joe Flacco both voiced confidence Wednesday in the group Baltimore has in place. Qadry Ismail joins 'NFL AM'; Latest news on RG3, Garcon - NFL.comFormer Baltimore Ravens wide receiver and Super Bowl champion Qadry "The Missile" Ismail joins the "NFL AM" crew. Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco on average released the football after just 2.5 seconds in 2012 - baltimoresun.com It came down to a matter of split seconds, but Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco got the football out of his hands a little faster last season.

Orlando Scandrick sees 'special year' if Cowboys play as they should - DMNAccording to Stats Llc., Orlando Scandrick allowed an elite-level burn rate of only 39.3% in the eleven games he played in last year, allowing only 11 completions on 28 passes thrown his way. Scandrick is looking to build on that performance for the 2013 season and believes it's going to "be a very special year" for the Cowboys if every player would perform up to his potential. Barry Church picks up where left off - ESPN DallasBarry Church won the starting job with a dominant performance in training camp last year, but his season was cut short by a torn Achilles after only three games. He was cleared for full offseason activities just last week, and he plans to pick up exactly where he left off: "I definitely feel like the job’s mine to lose and I don’t plan on losing it," Church said. Five NFL scheme changes to watch: Defense - NFL.comMarc Sessler takes a cursory look at five teams that are changing defenses: The Cowboys are moving to a 4-3, the Saints, Eagles and Browns are moving to a 3-4 based scheme, and the Jaguars are moving to a Seattle-type hybrid defense under new head coach and former Seahawks DC Gus Bradley. The Sid Gillman coaching tree - ESPNESPN.com is running a series on the greatest coaches in NFL history and yesterday examined Sid Gillman's coaching tree and legacy. And look who they had gracing the cover art for the article: Things get decidedly murky after that, as ESPN shows Jason Garrett as a member of the Bum and Wade Phillips coaching tree. While that may be technically accurate in that Jason Garrett was an assistant coach under Wade Phillips and then went on to become a head coach, the reality is that Jason Garrett is philosophically much better located on the Nick Saban coaching tree. Bears to Retire Ditka's Jersey During Cowboys Game - NBC 5 Dallas-Fort WorthDitka played the first six NFL seasons in Chicago, and played the last four seasons of a twelve-year career in Dallas, where he also started his coaching career. Ditka was hired by Tom Landry as an assistant immediately after ending his playing career and spent nine season working on Landry's coaching staff before moving back to Chicago to lead the Bears in 1982. It is only fitting, and a nice gesture, that the Bears retire Ditka's jersey during halftime of their game against the Cowboys. Travis Frederick will shave on May 30 - DFW Entertainment News and NonsenseFrederick plans to shave the beard on May 30 in a ceremonial shave-off: The shaving of the beard will happen on The Ben and Skin Show and will be carried out by Floyd’s 99 Barber Shop. Judge Denies Motion To Revoke Brent’s Bail - CBS DallasMike Fisher writes that a judge has denied the Dallas County DA's motion to have Josh Brent’s bond revoked, finding that the Dallas Cowboys lineman is not in serious violation of the terms of his bail. Brent has however been ordered to wear an additional monitor that randomly takes photographs of him and his whereabouts, and he is required to be home by 3 a.m.

Why is it so hard to understand that BPA draft picks sometimes include positions already considered deep? Eight in the Box: RB status check - NFC South Blog - ESPNCarolina Panthers The Panthers have more running backs than they know what to do with -- and have invested too many premium resources at this position. The lead guy here is Jonathan Stewart, who, if given the chance to be a featured back for an entire season and able to stay healthy, might just prove to be one of the top half-dozen backs in the league. Stewart has missed only nine games over his five seasons but is constantly fighting nagging injuries. He also averaged a meager 3.6 yards per carry last season after averaging 5.4 the year before. The Panthers recently restructured DeAngelo Williams’ contract, ensuring he'll remain in Carolina. This will be Williams’ eighth NFL season, but he hasn’t received more than 173 carries in any of the past three seasons. He has breakaway abilities and a penchant for breaking off long runs. I think he still has plenty left in the tank. Mike Tolbert is listed as a fullback, but he is a short-yardage specialist who is a bowling ball with a low center of gravity. For a back of his dimensions (5-foot-9, 245 pounds), he is also a surprisingly adept receiver. Oddly, when considering all of its other needs, Carolina used a sixth-round pick on Kenjon Barner, a perimeter and space player who comes from Chip Kelly’s high-octane Oregon offensive attack. "Invested too many premium resources?" That sure is a fancy way of saying 'cap space'. Barner will get a chance to shine in the role as a kick returner that several Panthers before him have failed to do in the past three seasons. Gettleman explains it further: A.J. Klein signs contract with NFL’s Carolina Panthers | The Des Moines Register | desmoinesregister.com "We are thrilled to have all of our draft choices under contract," general manager Dave Gettleman told NFL.com. "A.J.’s versatility is very appealing to us. He has played all three linebacker positions and he will have a chance to help us on special teams. Kenjon has great speed and was a dynamic player on offense and special teams at Oregon." If Barner is not ready as a kick returner then we turn to the vet Ted Ginn, one of the positions Panther GM Dave Gettleman taregted to upgrade in free agency. Another position was cornerback: Veteran corners make impression with Carolina Panthers | CharlotteObserver.com But Panthers coach Ron Rivera believes Florence, 32 and in his 11th season, and Moore, 26, can help the Panthers' trio of young corners - Josh Norman, Josh Thomas and James Dockery. More than Florence's interception Thursday, Rivera was most excited about hearing Florence tell one of the young corners what route to look for based on a receiver's alignment. "It was really good to watch Drayton and D.J. Moore come out there and do some nice things. They did make plays on the ball. You watch them and you see the veteran experience," Rivera said. "It's kind of neat to watch a veteran guy talk to a young player and use his experience." I have to say I love the chemistry of this team. It's certainly the way I thought the roster would be shaped but I can see the logic behind it. Now we just have to see if it works. On to OTA's, further supporting the notion that the Panthers will not move DE Greg Hardy to DT as they did in 2012, he has arrived 15 pounds lighter. Carolina Panthers’ Greg Hardy leaner, just as mean in 2013 | NFL Football | The State Hardy applauded the Panthers' drafting of defensive tackles Star Lotulelei and Kawann Short with their first two picks. He believes their arrival will be good for the defense as a whole and the line in particular. "They believe in us. That's one of those situations where the front office shows by what they do that they're backing us,'" Hardy said. "We needed middle help. ... They were like, ‘Listen, here's the