Two days left and yet, counting down the days to the NFL season can be a bit tedious if you've no access to pre season highlights or updates from across the pond. Not to worry, Balls have your back with the 15 people to follow on Twitter. Guaranteed to keep you in the loop both before and during the season, with opinions from all walks of life.
Skip Bayless
Outspoken and confrontational. Skip has been analysing the debating the great game for decades and ESPN's First Take with Stephen A. Smith is one of the more entertaining shows around. Their tweets are always a talking point.
Consensus of 80 ESPN experts Denver will win SBowl? OVER SEATTLE, WHICH LOOKS EVEN BETTER THAN LAST YEAR? Denver D isn't THAT much better.
— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) September 2, 2014
Dave Dameshek
From the NFL network. Dameshek, host of the Dave Dameshek podcast and Pittsburgh Steelers enthusiast is one of the more tongue-in-cheek pundits out there. Quirky and not afraid to speak his mind.
Animals Too Loathsome To Be Mascots (for Wk of 9/1/14): 1. Rats 2. (Tape)Worms 3. Pitbulls 4. Cheetahs (sounds like ‘Cheaters’) 5. Weasels — Dave Dameshek (@Dameshek) September 2, 2014
Chad Johnson
Now retired, Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson will tweet about anything from NFL to celibacy. Of course, he makes the list for his often outlandish comments on the former. And interesting views on the latter. Loves his FIFA.
I will beat him in FIFA too... RT @TerranceChoice: @ochocinco Your Thoughts On Potentially Having Michael Sam As A Teammate? — Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) September 1, 2014
Richard Sherman
You'll know the cornerback from his rants on every form of media in January. Sherman backs up his talk with crucial interceptions on the field for Seattle. One of the most entertaining players on Twitter. Cover star of Madden 15.
Doing champion things #TBT more throwback pics here http://t.co/tP9GqUUx3U pic.twitter.com/FbyQqe8GiY — Richard Sherman (@RSherman_25) August 21, 2014
Adam Schefter
One of the top NFL reporters in the game today. As an insider with ESPN, Schefter isn't afraid to push boundries and keep the ESPN PR team on their toes.
Former scout with the Ravens, Browns and Eagles. DJ is an excellent account to follow during the offseason and especially around free agency and the draft for his scouting knowledge.
My wife said these Miami uniforms look like Gatorade bottles. — Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks) September 2, 2014
Ross Tucker
Attention NFL players: Don't take Molly. There might be amphetamines in there. — Ross Tucker (@RossTuckerNFL) September 2, 2014
Podcaster, NBC employee, Sirius FM and more. The former player is in the top echelon of NFL reporter and is both knowledgeable and interactive with fans.
Ryan Riddle
Former NFL player and now with Bleacher Report. Useful for unique stories and surveys, such is the BR style.
Doing a survey. If you could build a team around any 5 rookies from this year who would it be?.Assume you have an empty roster to start. — Ryan Riddle (@Ryan_Riddle) August 5, 2014
Cian Fahey
Pre Snap Reads runner and consistent tweeter. Very knowledgable and provides easy-to-understand analysis for the NFL fan in Ireland and the UK.
Alright, @riversmccown, there's your revised version: pic.twitter.com/vr4mbWGFBt — Cian Fahey (@Cianaf) September 2, 2014
Darnell Docket
Holds no punches. The Arizona Cardinals defensive end tweets all thing football and beyond. Includes behind the scenes photos too.
Here's @ddockett signing autographs for AZ foster children at our backpack giveaway. Thanks Darnell! #TeamArians pic.twitter.com/0CI6HGKJgg — Arians Foundation (@AriansFF) August 5, 2014
Pro Football Talk
NBC's rumour mill. Essential for trades, injuries, team news and fantasy updates for the NFL. Aggregates the bulk of its news from other main stream outlets.
No Josh Gordon settlement talks, yet http://t.co/dC1mnzVfmi — ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) August 7, 2014
Overtime Ireland
For something a bit off the wall, try Overtime Ireland. An Irish based site with an accompanying podcast. The radio show often has big named guests such as Adam Rank from the NFL network on it. Irish opinions on an American sport.
Here's some more pics of the magical day @CrokePark #CrokeParkClassic http://t.co/4ERIKfGtA4 #PSUvsUCF pic.twitter.com/hUptMun5CO — Croke Park Classic (@CrokePkClassic) September 2, 2014
Jerry Ferrara
You might know this guy as Turtle from Entourage. Jerry is a diehard New York Giants fan and general NFL enthusiast. Often on various shows discussing it, such as ESPN's First Take with Skip and Stephen A.
So close... Yet... So far... - "FOOTBALL SEASON" ???? — Jerry Ferrara (@jerrycferrara) September 1, 2014
Wes Welker
The molly man himself. When he's not dropping game winning balls for the Patriots, or on the cusp of a career ending head injury for the Broncos, Welker tweets all things football and is one of the athletes actually worth following.
Had a great time with the @AFThunderbirds #Thunderbird7 I am G'd out! pic.twitter.com/mmGXo6V70G — Wes Welker (@WesWelker) July 20, 2014
Michael Fabiano
Last but certainly not least is NFL Network's Michael Fabiano. He tweets all things Fantasy Football and if you've never played before, then look no further than his 'how to' guides. First to know about player injuries and doubts.
With Wes Welker being suspended for the first 4 games of 2014, Emmanuel Sanders becomes almost a must-start WR2/3 in fantasy. — Michael Fabiano (@Michael_Fabiano) September 2, 2014
My wife said these Miami uniforms look like Gatorade bottles. — Daniel Jeremiah (@MoveTheSticks) September 2, 2014
Attention NFL players: Don't take Molly. There might be amphetamines in there. — Ross Tucker (@RossTuckerNFL) September 2, 2014
Doing a survey. If you could build a team around any 5 rookies from this year who would it be?.Assume you have an empty roster to start. — Ryan Riddle (@Ryan_Riddle) August 5, 2014
Alright, @riversmccown, there's your revised version: pic.twitter.com/vr4mbWGFBt — Cian Fahey (@Cianaf) September 2, 2014
Here's @ddockett signing autographs for AZ foster children at our backpack giveaway. Thanks Darnell! #TeamArians pic.twitter.com/0CI6HGKJgg — Arians Foundation (@AriansFF) August 5, 2014
No Josh Gordon settlement talks, yet http://t.co/dC1mnzVfmi — ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) August 7, 2014
Here's some more pics of the magical day @CrokePark #CrokeParkClassic http://t.co/4ERIKfGtA4 #PSUvsUCF pic.twitter.com/hUptMun5CO — Croke Park Classic (@CrokePkClassic) September 2, 2014
So close... Yet... So far... - "FOOTBALL SEASON" ???? — Jerry Ferrara (@jerrycferrara) September 1, 2014
Had a great time with the @AFThunderbirds #Thunderbird7 I am G'd out! pic.twitter.com/mmGXo6V70G — Wes Welker (@WesWelker) July 20, 2014
With Wes Welker being suspended for the first 4 games of 2014, Emmanuel Sanders becomes almost a must-start WR2/3 in fantasy. — Michael Fabiano (@Michael_Fabiano) September 2, 2014
