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NFL Matchup Returns to ESPN; Kevin Harlan to MNF Radio

Ever so quietly this week (or as quietly as the Worldwide Leader can do things), ESPN announced that "NFL Matchup" will return for its 17th season. "Matchup," which uses coaches' tape provided by NFL Films for host Sal Paolantonio and analysts Ron Jaworski and Merrill Hoge to dissect, had been in danger of being dropped...

Merrill Hoge Now Saying Nice Things About Vince Young

Merrill Hoge has never liked Vince Young. When Young had a successful rookie year, Hoge preached skepticism. When Young fell apart last year, Hoge called him a soft baby.So when Hoge actually says Young is playing well and showing significant improvement, it's about as surprising as Dick Cheney giving Barack Obama a fist...

Chad Johnson Trade Demand: Two First Round Picks, Veteran Player and $5 Million

ESPN's Merrill Hoge said that the Cincinnati Bengals have quite the trade demands for anyone interested in acquiring Chad Johnson.ESPN's Merrill Hoge said, based on discussions with the Cincinnati Bengals, he thinks they would only trade receiver Chad Johnson if someone gives up the following:2 first-round picks and an...

Hoge Gives Young Some Credit

Merrill Hoge isn't very impressed by Vince Young, and he's made it known enough that Young has ended up lashing out, questioning why Hoge is ripping him.Well, this week on ESPN's NFL Matchup, Hoge actually said some good things about the Titans quarterback, which has to qualify as shocking.Hoge watched the Titans-Texans...

Background on Merrill Hoge

Merril DuAine Hoge (; born January 26, 1965) is a former professional American football player. He played seven seasons at running back for the NFL's Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears, retiring after the 1994 season.

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