A string of suspensions were handed out to players and coaches, with Madden 23 coins the first-ever full-year ban for head coach Sean Payton.

Steelers blog Behind The Steel Curtain believes that Madden NFL 23's threat of taking away draft picks is a hollow one.

It's the old "it may have gone more difficult, so take note of your Ps and Qs, buster" simply because the risk that a pick will be reduced to a newspaper that is obsessed with its amateur draft , is equivalent to taking away the pick.

An espionage move from an organization which manipulates the media better than the presidency. But ultimately, it's a hollow threat that's based more on sending a message to thirty-one other coaches. A message even stronger than $100.000 in cash.

Both Seahawks and Saints began their practices on Wednesday. Both teams getting some good news regarding key players ahead of the game this weekend in Seattle.

Saints beginning cornerback Kennan Lewis participated fully in training after leaving the team's win over Eagles on Saturday with an injury to his head. Lewis was seen begging the medical personnel on the sidelines during the third quarter but was not allowed to play again. Lewis is adamant he'll play at the Divisional Round and told The Advocate that he'll "definitely be there".

Beast Quake The Sound and The FuryMatt UffordOn Jan. 8th, 2011 The 67-yard run of Marshawn' Lynch's "Beast Quake" run led the 7-7 Seahawks to an incredible surprise victory over the champion Saints. Super Bowl champion Saints. This is the story of the most memorable running game of Madden NFL 23 season history. "Beast Quake" The Sound And The Fury

Akiem Hicks injured his ankle during the Eagles game but was able to play after receiving treatment. He was limited in practice in a possible precautionary measure. The running back Pierre Thomas, who did not participate against the Eagles, remains sidelined and did not participate in training.

For the Seahawks, their receiving corps could be strengthened by an expected return for Percy Harvin. The wide receiver who is a force to be reckoned with madden 23 coins cheap  has only made one appearance this season with hip issues, however, he was able to take part in a full training session on Wednesday. Barring any setbacks Harvin could give the Saints secondary something help to be concerned about.

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