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October 24, 2013

Bills:

Thad Lewis has impressed. His attitude is good and his leadership is evident. Here’s a little more from him on taking a big hit.

http://blogs.buffalonews.com/press-coverage/2013/10/thad-lewis-willing-to-absorb-a-big-hit-to-make-a-big-play.html

Fins:

Uh-Oh. Did the Fins bring along Bryant McKinnie too late? Tannehill’s throwing shoulder is hurt now.

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/10/24/3707755/sacks-starting-to-take-painful.html

Pats:

Charles Woodson thinks Aqib Talib is the best corner in the game right now. It doesn’t really matter if he isn’t on the field though, right?

http://musketfire.com/2013/10/24/aqib-talib-nfls-best-cornerback/

Jets:

Antonio Allen limited Gronk to a measly 8 catches and 114 yards last Sunday. Charles Woodson picked the wrong guy.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1820126-how-antonio-allens-was-able-to-contain-rob-gronkowski

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