Let me first start off by saying that if I see another college basketball player lay on the ground and pretend he is injured just because he made a bad play and his feelings are hurt... I may lose my mind! When did these college basketball players become such wusses? They need to get up off the floor immediately, admit that they screwed up and get ready for the next play. Unless, of course, they have a coach that likes to pull players from the game immediately after a turnover just to scream in their face. In that case, best of luck to you!
Roger Federer won his Sweet 16th Grand Slam title early this morning in Australia. Getting to 20 Grand Slam titles is a real possibility for him now! It looked like for a little while Rafa Nadal was going to take the "Tennis King" title from Federer, but it's amazing how much injuries can be an equalizer. Federer will go down as perhaps the greatest tennis champion of all time and the best part is that he is as classy of a champion as you'll ever find.
Portland's Andre Miller scored 52 points last night against the Mavericks! How the hell does HE score 52 points on anyone?! I guess NBA defenses during the regular season can be worse than I even imagined. Heck, I may even be able to score in double figures in an NBA game at some point. Now the trick is to find an NBA team that would want to draft a former Division III college basketball player whose coach told him not to shoot unless he absolutely had to.
Number 8. Gonzaga lost to San Francisco last night. The Zags are lucky they got this horrible loss out of their system before tournament time! Many people have said that this Zags team could go deeper in the Big Dance than any other Zags team before them. With losses against teams like San Francisco, I beg to differ. I always pull for the Zags to go far in the tournament, and one occasion I actually picked them to go to the Final Four, but lately they seem to constantly disappoint on the big stage. Gone are the days of Dan Dickau!
Former NFL star Herschel Walker won his MMA debut last night at the age of 47. I don't consider myself to be a fighter to begin with, but at age 47 I could think of at least 100 things I'd rather be doing than starting my journey to the UFC.
And on that note, here is a "Top 10 List" of things I'll be doing at age 47... rather than fighting.
Top 10 Things I'll Be Doing At Age 47... Rather Than Fighting
10. Counting down days until retirement.
9. Painting as my new hobby.
8. Trying to keep my basketball playing days alive at the local YMCA.
7. Pondering how I'm going to pay for my kids' college education.
6. Scaring off boys who may want to date my teenage daughter.
5. Wondering why I haven't yet "made it" in the entertainment industry.
4. Living in my parents' basement and working as a professional dog-walker.
3. Debating whether I should attend my 30-year high school reunion.
2. Doing open mic comedy nights at a local pub.
1. Still writing and not getting paid for this sports/comedy blog.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
CBS Rejects "ManCrunch", A Ball Boy Wets Himself And A Greg Oden Pee Pee Sighting!
I think the title of this post simply makes it a must read! There are about 9 quick topics that I have to bring up in order for your weekend to be complete. And here... we... go!
CBS has rejected the "ManCrunch.com" Super Bowl commercial which advertises a gay dating site. God created Adam & Eve, but what about Adam & Steve? I watched this snubbed commercial and it was decent... nothing to hoot and holler over though! It definitely wasn't... FABULOUS!
Kurt Warner has decided to retire from the NFL despite my creation of the "Top Ten Reasons Kurt Warner Should Not Retire".... which can be found in an earlier blog post. People keep asking whether he's Hall of Fame worthy or not. Let me answer that question right now. He's been to 3 Super Bowls, won one of them, made two terrible teams very good, and has time and again put up huge playoff numbers. So yes... he deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.
The new Kobe Bryant Nike ad says, "I'll do whatever it takes to win games. I don't leave anything in the chamber". I don't necessarily think that is a wise comment to make with all of the recent problems with guns in the NBA. If that quote was next to someone like Gilbert Arenas or Javaris Crittenton then it would make a lot more sense.
The Lamoureux family from North Dakota bred 6 kids who played hockey at the pro, college or Olympic level. That's simply amazing and inspiring to me! The Lamoureux parents, Pierre and Linda, were able to field a complete hockey starting lineup with their offspring. I now have visions of creating an entire 5-on-5 game with my children. For those of you that don't excel in math... I plan to have 10 kids. I will then play the role of father/referee on 24-7 basis.
There was a 40-minute delay at the Australian Open because the court became wet after a ball boy pissed his pants. How old was the ball boy? Five? I know things can get intense on the court from time to time, but that doesn't give anyone (especially not someone who isn't actually playing) the right to relieve him or herself out there in the open!
A picture of a naked Greg Oden taking a picture of his penis recently became public. Enough with all these cell phone pictures... especially if you're well hung! You only make the rest of us normal guys look small. And didn't anyone learn a lesson from former ESPN NFL analyst Sean Salisbury? He had the bright idea to take that similar picture of his genitals and show everyone at a bar in Connecticut... hence, he is now jobless.
Steve Jobs created the new Apple I-Pad which goes for between $500-$1,000. Unless this thing cooks dinner for me too... I don't want it. When are we going to stop with the whole technology-craze?! I feel like a brand new "world-changing" device gets created every few months or so. And because of that (and because I'm broke), I refuse to buy any of them. Pretty soon the people that own these devices are going to go into seclusion because they will have no use for anything or anyone besides the device. They can watch movies on them, watch television, listen to music, download everything, read books, make calls, check their email, surf the web, etc. etc. Soon all human interaction will be useless to these tech-craving lunatics!
The "New York Times" is going to start charging money for on-line use. Save your money I say and continue to read my sports/comedy blog for free! It's more accurate and truthful than the "New York Times" anyway.
Cops in Arizona found 743 pounds of Pot hidden in a Septic Tank Truck. I know smuggling is getting tougher and all, but that just flat out stinks! You always have to applaud the police when they do great work, but you couldn't pay me enough money to of made that pot discovery. I sure hope they remembered to wash their hands before they ate that night.
Have a great weekend! Celtics vs. Lakers tomorrow at 3:30 P.M. on ABC.... unless you are saving all of your Sunday sports watching for the Pro-Bowl. In which case... you make me sick!
CBS has rejected the "ManCrunch.com" Super Bowl commercial which advertises a gay dating site. God created Adam & Eve, but what about Adam & Steve? I watched this snubbed commercial and it was decent... nothing to hoot and holler over though! It definitely wasn't... FABULOUS!
Kurt Warner has decided to retire from the NFL despite my creation of the "Top Ten Reasons Kurt Warner Should Not Retire".... which can be found in an earlier blog post. People keep asking whether he's Hall of Fame worthy or not. Let me answer that question right now. He's been to 3 Super Bowls, won one of them, made two terrible teams very good, and has time and again put up huge playoff numbers. So yes... he deserves to be in the Hall of Fame.
The new Kobe Bryant Nike ad says, "I'll do whatever it takes to win games. I don't leave anything in the chamber". I don't necessarily think that is a wise comment to make with all of the recent problems with guns in the NBA. If that quote was next to someone like Gilbert Arenas or Javaris Crittenton then it would make a lot more sense.
The Lamoureux family from North Dakota bred 6 kids who played hockey at the pro, college or Olympic level. That's simply amazing and inspiring to me! The Lamoureux parents, Pierre and Linda, were able to field a complete hockey starting lineup with their offspring. I now have visions of creating an entire 5-on-5 game with my children. For those of you that don't excel in math... I plan to have 10 kids. I will then play the role of father/referee on 24-7 basis.
There was a 40-minute delay at the Australian Open because the court became wet after a ball boy pissed his pants. How old was the ball boy? Five? I know things can get intense on the court from time to time, but that doesn't give anyone (especially not someone who isn't actually playing) the right to relieve him or herself out there in the open!
A picture of a naked Greg Oden taking a picture of his penis recently became public. Enough with all these cell phone pictures... especially if you're well hung! You only make the rest of us normal guys look small. And didn't anyone learn a lesson from former ESPN NFL analyst Sean Salisbury? He had the bright idea to take that similar picture of his genitals and show everyone at a bar in Connecticut... hence, he is now jobless.
Steve Jobs created the new Apple I-Pad which goes for between $500-$1,000. Unless this thing cooks dinner for me too... I don't want it. When are we going to stop with the whole technology-craze?! I feel like a brand new "world-changing" device gets created every few months or so. And because of that (and because I'm broke), I refuse to buy any of them. Pretty soon the people that own these devices are going to go into seclusion because they will have no use for anything or anyone besides the device. They can watch movies on them, watch television, listen to music, download everything, read books, make calls, check their email, surf the web, etc. etc. Soon all human interaction will be useless to these tech-craving lunatics!
The "New York Times" is going to start charging money for on-line use. Save your money I say and continue to read my sports/comedy blog for free! It's more accurate and truthful than the "New York Times" anyway.
Cops in Arizona found 743 pounds of Pot hidden in a Septic Tank Truck. I know smuggling is getting tougher and all, but that just flat out stinks! You always have to applaud the police when they do great work, but you couldn't pay me enough money to of made that pot discovery. I sure hope they remembered to wash their hands before they ate that night.
Have a great weekend! Celtics vs. Lakers tomorrow at 3:30 P.M. on ABC.... unless you are saving all of your Sunday sports watching for the Pro-Bowl. In which case... you make me sick!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Nets Win, Tebow During The Super Bowl And Obama Speaks The Truth... For Once!
The New Jersey Nets got their 4th win tonight to bring their record to 4-40. Mathematically they are still in the playoff hunt! But they are going to have to go on one hell of a run. Is it time to jump on their bandwagon?.... You probably want to wait a few more games.
Washington Wizards' Arenas and Crittenton are banned from the NBA for the rest of the year for the whole gun incident. Let that be a lesson to all those kids out there that may think that carrying a weapon makes you cool.... in fact it just makes you an idiot.
Big time Kentucky fans made up T-shirts that stated "Back On Top". Well I hope they didn't print many because it only lasted like 24 hours. I think Bill Belichick was the head coach of the New York Jets for longer than that!
Tim Tebow will star in an anti-abortion TV ad that is set to air during the Super Bowl. Are we talking issues next Sunday or football? On Super Bowl Sunday I'll be neither Pro-Choice nor Pro-Life... I'll simply be pro-guacamole and buffalo wings!
Obama says he "never suggested that bringing about change would be easy". That's one of the few truthful comments he's made in a long time. How's that Hope & Change working out for you America? O.B.A.M.A. = One Big Ass Mistake America... and no I wasn't creative enough to make that up myself.
Why am I not already asleep when I have to get up in a few hours? Oh that's right, to provide reading material for the 4 people that may or may not read this blog. Thank you to all my fans!
Washington Wizards' Arenas and Crittenton are banned from the NBA for the rest of the year for the whole gun incident. Let that be a lesson to all those kids out there that may think that carrying a weapon makes you cool.... in fact it just makes you an idiot.
Big time Kentucky fans made up T-shirts that stated "Back On Top". Well I hope they didn't print many because it only lasted like 24 hours. I think Bill Belichick was the head coach of the New York Jets for longer than that!
Tim Tebow will star in an anti-abortion TV ad that is set to air during the Super Bowl. Are we talking issues next Sunday or football? On Super Bowl Sunday I'll be neither Pro-Choice nor Pro-Life... I'll simply be pro-guacamole and buffalo wings!
Obama says he "never suggested that bringing about change would be easy". That's one of the few truthful comments he's made in a long time. How's that Hope & Change working out for you America? O.B.A.M.A. = One Big Ass Mistake America... and no I wasn't creative enough to make that up myself.
Why am I not already asleep when I have to get up in a few hours? Oh that's right, to provide reading material for the 4 people that may or may not read this blog. Thank you to all my fans!
A 5-Point Early Edition
The UCONN women's basketball team won its 59th game in a row last night. It's time for them to move on up to the WNBA and give other teams a chance to compete at the college level.
Whoever created the LeBron/Kobe puppet commercials needs to be fired immediately and never allowed back into advertising. Those commercials are annoying and pointless. If the creator of those spots wants to work on Sesame Street... then he should attempt to.
I'm not sure who I have more of a problem understanding.... Lou Holtz or Phillies' skipper Charlie Manuel. They both speak like they have marbles in their mouths and it's really a treat to sit back and try to decipher what they just said.
Andre Dawson says that he is going to go into the Hall of Fame as an Expo.... rather than a Cub. Nothing like choosing Canada over the US! The Montreal Expos aren't even a team anymore. Granted he spent 11 of his 21 seasons in Montreal, but in the six years that he spent in Chicago he won an MVP, Gold Glove and made the All-Star team five times. Go in as a Cubbie I say! And leave the Expos where they belong... in the past.
New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman says that they simply can't afford Johnny Damon... THEY ARE THE YANKEES! They can afford anyone they want so don't give us that crap. That comment is especially funny coming from a guy with the word CASH in his last name. How fitting that is!
Whoever created the LeBron/Kobe puppet commercials needs to be fired immediately and never allowed back into advertising. Those commercials are annoying and pointless. If the creator of those spots wants to work on Sesame Street... then he should attempt to.
I'm not sure who I have more of a problem understanding.... Lou Holtz or Phillies' skipper Charlie Manuel. They both speak like they have marbles in their mouths and it's really a treat to sit back and try to decipher what they just said.
Andre Dawson says that he is going to go into the Hall of Fame as an Expo.... rather than a Cub. Nothing like choosing Canada over the US! The Montreal Expos aren't even a team anymore. Granted he spent 11 of his 21 seasons in Montreal, but in the six years that he spent in Chicago he won an MVP, Gold Glove and made the All-Star team five times. Go in as a Cubbie I say! And leave the Expos where they belong... in the past.
New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman says that they simply can't afford Johnny Damon... THEY ARE THE YANKEES! They can afford anyone they want so don't give us that crap. That comment is especially funny coming from a guy with the word CASH in his last name. How fitting that is!
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
A 4-Point Late Edition!
Vikings' coach Brad Childress will not impose a deadline on when Brett Favre needs to make up his mind about if he is going to come back or not. And that's because Favre has Childress by the balls and Childress won't "Man-Up" and lay down any sort of law. Fans really need to stop worshipping Favre and go back in the direction of someone like Jesus.
The Celtics' Glen Davis no longer wants to be called "Big Baby". That's easy for him to say, but until he stops crying on the bench and loses some of his baby fat... he'll always be known as "Big Baby". He's lucky we don't start calling him "Big Bitch".
Jim Thome signed a one year contract with the Minnesota Twins. This signing might have made a splash ten years ago, but certainly not anymore. Now the state of Minnesota has two athletes with strange looking last names who should probably be too old to compete at such a high level.
Devan Downey, the "Little Fella" South Carolina Gamecock, was absolutely unbelievable tonight as they shocked the number 1 team in the country...... Kentucky! The "Great Wall" of John at Kentucky couldn't will his team to victory because Downey was just too impressive. He was a step ahead of everybody on the court and he hit some amazing circus-type shots in lanes filled with traffic! Downey finished with 30 points... although he didn't have a great shooting percentage night. This was the first Number 1 team that South Carolina has ever beaten in school history and boy are they going to be celebrating tonight!
And on that note..... I'm headed to bed.
The Celtics' Glen Davis no longer wants to be called "Big Baby". That's easy for him to say, but until he stops crying on the bench and loses some of his baby fat... he'll always be known as "Big Baby". He's lucky we don't start calling him "Big Bitch".
Jim Thome signed a one year contract with the Minnesota Twins. This signing might have made a splash ten years ago, but certainly not anymore. Now the state of Minnesota has two athletes with strange looking last names who should probably be too old to compete at such a high level.
Devan Downey, the "Little Fella" South Carolina Gamecock, was absolutely unbelievable tonight as they shocked the number 1 team in the country...... Kentucky! The "Great Wall" of John at Kentucky couldn't will his team to victory because Downey was just too impressive. He was a step ahead of everybody on the court and he hit some amazing circus-type shots in lanes filled with traffic! Downey finished with 30 points... although he didn't have a great shooting percentage night. This was the first Number 1 team that South Carolina has ever beaten in school history and boy are they going to be celebrating tonight!
And on that note..... I'm headed to bed.
Nancy Kerrigan's Brother Arrested In Connection With Their Father's Death!
More unfortunate news regarding Nancy Kerrigan and her family. Apparently her brother assaulted their father yesterday and during the struggle the father had a heart-attack and died. It seems like the brother is a screw-loose and his relationship with his parents was very much strained. Either way, with the Kerrigan family back in the news it allowed me to ponder the question... What is Tonya Harding up to today? And that question led me to another "Top 10 List"!
Top 10 Things Tonya Harding Is Doing Today
10. Practicing her triple axel combination (with double toe loop) to try and be a late qualifier for the 2010 Vancouver Games.
9. Filling out her profile on E-Harmony.com
8. Filling out her profile on Match.com
7. Eating, eating and more eating.
6. Pondering making up another phony story about being abducted.
5. Making another sex tape..... this time by herself.
4. Beginning the new "Taco Bell" diet.
3. Contemplating another professional boxing career.
2. Contacting Kristi Yamaguchi to see if she can crash on her couch tonight.
1. Dodging questions from police regarding the death of Nancy Kerrigan's father.
Top 10 Things Tonya Harding Is Doing Today
10. Practicing her triple axel combination (with double toe loop) to try and be a late qualifier for the 2010 Vancouver Games.
9. Filling out her profile on E-Harmony.com
8. Filling out her profile on Match.com
7. Eating, eating and more eating.
6. Pondering making up another phony story about being abducted.
5. Making another sex tape..... this time by herself.
4. Beginning the new "Taco Bell" diet.
3. Contemplating another professional boxing career.
2. Contacting Kristi Yamaguchi to see if she can crash on her couch tonight.
1. Dodging questions from police regarding the death of Nancy Kerrigan's father.
Monday, January 25, 2010
A Few Notes On The Football Games Yesterday....
Colts defeat the Jets by 13 points yesterday by a score of 30-17. I picked the Colts to win by 12 points at a score of 28-16. Finally an accurate post-season pick!
I'm not happy about Peyton Manning being back in the Super Bowl, but I am thrilled that we won't have to listen to Rex Ryan soundbites for the 2 weeks leading up to the title game.
Colts vs. Saints in the Super Bowl. I wonder how many times we are going to hear about the fact that Peyton's daddy Archie was once the face of the Saints' franchise at the quarterback position. Or how it's now Peyton vs. the team that he cheered for growing up and the city he grew up in.
I'm not going to lie, it was nice seeing Brett Favre take all those hits in the game yesterday. In my eyes, he really had them coming to him for everything he's created over the last few years.
It looked like the football was covered in Vaseline every time Adrian Peterson ran the ball. I've never seen an elite back fumble so much in one game.
Favre had a great season over-all, but his interception at the end of the game in that crucial moment sums up who "the 'ol gun-slinger" really is. Favre is only 40 years old, but boy did he look completely drained towards the end of the season. My guess is that he'll head back to Mississippi in the off-season and hibernate until the middle of pre-season. At that point, he'll wake up and decide to return to the Vikings and the whole process starts over again!
I'm not happy about Peyton Manning being back in the Super Bowl, but I am thrilled that we won't have to listen to Rex Ryan soundbites for the 2 weeks leading up to the title game.
Colts vs. Saints in the Super Bowl. I wonder how many times we are going to hear about the fact that Peyton's daddy Archie was once the face of the Saints' franchise at the quarterback position. Or how it's now Peyton vs. the team that he cheered for growing up and the city he grew up in.
I'm not going to lie, it was nice seeing Brett Favre take all those hits in the game yesterday. In my eyes, he really had them coming to him for everything he's created over the last few years.
It looked like the football was covered in Vaseline every time Adrian Peterson ran the ball. I've never seen an elite back fumble so much in one game.
Favre had a great season over-all, but his interception at the end of the game in that crucial moment sums up who "the 'ol gun-slinger" really is. Favre is only 40 years old, but boy did he look completely drained towards the end of the season. My guess is that he'll head back to Mississippi in the off-season and hibernate until the middle of pre-season. At that point, he'll wake up and decide to return to the Vikings and the whole process starts over again!
Sunday, January 24, 2010
The Top 10 Reasons The Super Bowl Should Be Played Next Week... Instead Of In 2 Weeks!
Top 10 Reasons The S.B. Should Be Played Next Week... Instead Of In 2 Weeks!
10. What are you going to do next Sunday.... go watch "Avatar" for a fourth time?
9. Having two weeks to prepare your Super Bowl party means that you have no excuse if it sucks.
8. A hurricane could strike the city of New Orleans in that amount of time which would really put a damper on the fact that the Saints are in the title game for the first time ever!
7. Who wants to wait two weeks to watch advertisers waste two million dollars per 30 second commercial spot?
6. You now have no excuse not to attend church next Sunday.
5. What are you going to do next Sunday.... hang out with your in-laws?
4. Two weeks of media coverage is 25 Peyton Manning interviews too long.
3. Two weeks allows for Brett Favre to retire and unretire at least 3 times... and who wants to hear about that shit?!
2. Giving the city of New Orleans two weeks to party before a football game just doesn't bode well for productivity.
1. What are you going to do next Sunday.... watch the Pro-Bowl?
And congrats to the New Orleans Saints for knocking off Brett Favre and ending his fairy-tale season! I'm sticking with the Saints to become Super Bowl Champs!
10. What are you going to do next Sunday.... go watch "Avatar" for a fourth time?
9. Having two weeks to prepare your Super Bowl party means that you have no excuse if it sucks.
8. A hurricane could strike the city of New Orleans in that amount of time which would really put a damper on the fact that the Saints are in the title game for the first time ever!
7. Who wants to wait two weeks to watch advertisers waste two million dollars per 30 second commercial spot?
6. You now have no excuse not to attend church next Sunday.
5. What are you going to do next Sunday.... hang out with your in-laws?
4. Two weeks of media coverage is 25 Peyton Manning interviews too long.
3. Two weeks allows for Brett Favre to retire and unretire at least 3 times... and who wants to hear about that shit?!
2. Giving the city of New Orleans two weeks to party before a football game just doesn't bode well for productivity.
1. What are you going to do next Sunday.... watch the Pro-Bowl?
And congrats to the New Orleans Saints for knocking off Brett Favre and ending his fairy-tale season! I'm sticking with the Saints to become Super Bowl Champs!
Knicks Lose By 50 And A 16 Year-Old Girl Plans To Sail Around The World.... Alone!
The New York Knicks lost to the Dallas Mavericks by 50 points today at Madison Square Garden. Even though some of the Knicks players may have been excited about watching a few of their Jets buddies play in the AFC Championship later in the day, it didn't give them the right to completely take the day off. Fans paid money to attend that NBA game today and it would have been nice if the Knicks showed up. Then again, they are the Knicks. So what's worse, the Knicks losing by 50 points or paying money to watch them play?
A 16 year-old California girl plans to sail around the world alone for about 5 or 6 months. She is trying to break the record of a 17 year-old British boy... who broke the record of her older brother. I have a few questions with this. (1) How is she able to take that much time off from school? (2) Isn't she going to get extremely lonely and bored being by herself for that long? (3) Do her parents honestly think that it's a good idea to allow their 16 year-old daughter to travel alone by herself on the open waters? Especially with all the hijacking of ships by pirates lately?(4) Being a teenage girl, how is she going to survive without things like gossip magazines, facebook and MTV?
A 16 year-old California girl plans to sail around the world alone for about 5 or 6 months. She is trying to break the record of a 17 year-old British boy... who broke the record of her older brother. I have a few questions with this. (1) How is she able to take that much time off from school? (2) Isn't she going to get extremely lonely and bored being by herself for that long? (3) Do her parents honestly think that it's a good idea to allow their 16 year-old daughter to travel alone by herself on the open waters? Especially with all the hijacking of ships by pirates lately?(4) Being a teenage girl, how is she going to survive without things like gossip magazines, facebook and MTV?
Saturday, January 23, 2010
NFL Playoff Picks And A "Whites-Only" Basketball League...
Since Championship Sunday in the NFL is my favorite day of football each year, I'm greatly looking forward to tomorrow's games.... even though the Patriots were sent packing 2 weeks ago.
The New York Jets have the monumental task of trying to head into Indianapolis and come out with a win against a very good Colts team. Being a Patriots fan, I really can't route for either team to win this game. In fact, if I had it my way, I would like to eliminate the AFC Championship this year and just call the NFC Championship..... The Super Bowl.
Since that's not going to happen, I guess I'll have to make my prediction for this game. I hope this game is exciting and doesn't turn into a blowout of the Jets. It definitely has the potential to if the Jets can't score points. I'm banking on the tough Jets' defense to keep this game close and entertaining. If a gun was pointed at my head and I was forced to pick a team that I'd rather see in the Super Bowl, I guess I'd have to side with the Jets. The Jets making it to the Super Bowl would be a great story and it hasn't happened since 1968. Not since Joe Namath made his Super Bowl III guarantee. This way, I could rest assure that Peyton Manning didn't win a second title and would forever be looked at as a quarterback who didn't show up in big games.
But let me make this clear, I'd rather see the Jets move on..... but I don't think it's going to happen. The Colts are all-around too solid to lose an AFC Championship game at home... especially a game against an offense led by a rookie QB (Mark Sanch-ise).
Colts 28.... Jets 16
The New Orleans Saints have been my pick to win the Super Bowl ever since they destroyed the Patriots in the middle of the regular season. Even though a Favre-Manning Super Bowl would provide for lots of excitement and debate over all-time great QBs, I simply don't see it happening.
The Saints are playing at home in the Super Dome where they are tough to beat. Favre hasn't won a road playoff game in 12 years and this game won't be to his liking. The fans are going to be rowdy and the stadium is going to be deafening for Favre. Chants of "Who Dat.... Who Dat" will be going on all game long.
Let's remember, even though Favre seems like he's been playing for 35 years.... he hasn't been to the Super Bowl since the '97-'98 season. Throughout his career he hasn't done that well in big games. In his last NFC Championship game he lost to Eli Manning and the New York Giants in Green Bay. It was like minus-20 degrees and he still couldn't come out with a win. His final pass of that game, and as a Packer, was an interception.
I think Favre's fairy-tale season will come to an end with a couple other interceptions tomorrow. Drew Brees, Reggie Bush and the rest of the Saints will dance all the way to Miami for the Super Bowl in 2 weeks. The city of New Orleans deserves to have a winner and this is their year!
Saints 34.... Vikings 17
Did anyone hear about this guy named Don "Moose" Lewis who is planning on developing a "Whites-only" Basketball League? He claims it's not racist and that he just wants to develop a basketball league that showcases fundamentals..... unlike the NBA he says. I understand the logic going on in his mind, but it just doesn't make any sense to the rest of us. The fact that he is trying to defend his idea is just digging himself a deeper hole. My advice to him is to save his breath and our time and cancel the plans for this league. He lives down in the Augusta area of Georgia and I'm sure it'll incite some racial riots. If he really thinks an "all-white" team will be fundamentally so much better than the rest, he should take a look at how the Indiana Pacers play and he'll realize that it doesn't necessarily contribute to a winning record. The "Moose" also said that this "whites-only" league will provide better role models for our youth.... I'm not touching that one!
Due to the fact that I have to leave my apartment in about ten minutes (and I still need to get ready), I'll be posting a Top 10 List tomorrow afternoon instead!
The New York Jets have the monumental task of trying to head into Indianapolis and come out with a win against a very good Colts team. Being a Patriots fan, I really can't route for either team to win this game. In fact, if I had it my way, I would like to eliminate the AFC Championship this year and just call the NFC Championship..... The Super Bowl.
Since that's not going to happen, I guess I'll have to make my prediction for this game. I hope this game is exciting and doesn't turn into a blowout of the Jets. It definitely has the potential to if the Jets can't score points. I'm banking on the tough Jets' defense to keep this game close and entertaining. If a gun was pointed at my head and I was forced to pick a team that I'd rather see in the Super Bowl, I guess I'd have to side with the Jets. The Jets making it to the Super Bowl would be a great story and it hasn't happened since 1968. Not since Joe Namath made his Super Bowl III guarantee. This way, I could rest assure that Peyton Manning didn't win a second title and would forever be looked at as a quarterback who didn't show up in big games.
But let me make this clear, I'd rather see the Jets move on..... but I don't think it's going to happen. The Colts are all-around too solid to lose an AFC Championship game at home... especially a game against an offense led by a rookie QB (Mark Sanch-ise).
Colts 28.... Jets 16
The New Orleans Saints have been my pick to win the Super Bowl ever since they destroyed the Patriots in the middle of the regular season. Even though a Favre-Manning Super Bowl would provide for lots of excitement and debate over all-time great QBs, I simply don't see it happening.
The Saints are playing at home in the Super Dome where they are tough to beat. Favre hasn't won a road playoff game in 12 years and this game won't be to his liking. The fans are going to be rowdy and the stadium is going to be deafening for Favre. Chants of "Who Dat.... Who Dat" will be going on all game long.
Let's remember, even though Favre seems like he's been playing for 35 years.... he hasn't been to the Super Bowl since the '97-'98 season. Throughout his career he hasn't done that well in big games. In his last NFC Championship game he lost to Eli Manning and the New York Giants in Green Bay. It was like minus-20 degrees and he still couldn't come out with a win. His final pass of that game, and as a Packer, was an interception.
I think Favre's fairy-tale season will come to an end with a couple other interceptions tomorrow. Drew Brees, Reggie Bush and the rest of the Saints will dance all the way to Miami for the Super Bowl in 2 weeks. The city of New Orleans deserves to have a winner and this is their year!
Saints 34.... Vikings 17
Did anyone hear about this guy named Don "Moose" Lewis who is planning on developing a "Whites-only" Basketball League? He claims it's not racist and that he just wants to develop a basketball league that showcases fundamentals..... unlike the NBA he says. I understand the logic going on in his mind, but it just doesn't make any sense to the rest of us. The fact that he is trying to defend his idea is just digging himself a deeper hole. My advice to him is to save his breath and our time and cancel the plans for this league. He lives down in the Augusta area of Georgia and I'm sure it'll incite some racial riots. If he really thinks an "all-white" team will be fundamentally so much better than the rest, he should take a look at how the Indiana Pacers play and he'll realize that it doesn't necessarily contribute to a winning record. The "Moose" also said that this "whites-only" league will provide better role models for our youth.... I'm not touching that one!
Due to the fact that I have to leave my apartment in about ten minutes (and I still need to get ready), I'll be posting a Top 10 List tomorrow afternoon instead!
Friday, January 22, 2010
Minor League Baseball Player To Join The Priesthood And Where Did Sean Salisbury GO?
Oakland A's minor league prospect Grant Desme is quitting the game of baseball to join the priesthood. The option of getting paid to play baseball or getting paid to be married to the church seems like an easy choice for me. Hey, you can always decide to be a priest when you turn 40 years old! Desme is 23 years old now and the chance of making it to the Major Leagues is still a possibility. If you ask me, he should enjoy these next 10 to 15 years of living the dream and put off being celibate for awhile longer.
I read on "Deadspin" today that former ESPN analyst Sean Salisbury apparently was fired in 2008 because of cell phone pictures he took in 2006 of his genitals which he then proceeded to show off at a bar in Connecticut. Nothing like throwing away a great career at ESPN for stupidity! I wonder how many other jobs have been lost due to stupid decisions with technology?
NFL Playoff picks coming tomorrow and there's a good chance another Top 10 List will be with it!
I read on "Deadspin" today that former ESPN analyst Sean Salisbury apparently was fired in 2008 because of cell phone pictures he took in 2006 of his genitals which he then proceeded to show off at a bar in Connecticut. Nothing like throwing away a great career at ESPN for stupidity! I wonder how many other jobs have been lost due to stupid decisions with technology?
NFL Playoff picks coming tomorrow and there's a good chance another Top 10 List will be with it!
Big Wins Last Night For LeBron And Ovechkin...
LeBron's Cavs got the better of Kobe's Lakers last night while Ovechkin's Capitols beat Crosby's Penguins. Any way you look at it, it was a big win for both LeBron and Ovey. Yet, I think things could be a little different if both teams meet up again come playoff time. Both Kobe and Crosby have won championships, and their teams know how to buckle down in post-season action. That can not yet be said for LeBron, Ovechkin and their teams. So people can make what they want out of last nights games, but come playoff time.... I know which teams I would bet on!
Just a quick post this morning because I'm on my way out the door....
Just a quick post this morning because I'm on my way out the door....
Thursday, January 21, 2010
John Edwards and the South African World Cup "Stab Vest"
Former Senator John Edwards finally admitted today that he indeed is the father of his mistress' baby girl. That's not a real shocker with all of the reports that have come out recently linking the probability of him being the baby-daddy. Let's face it, Edwards always ran on the "family" platform and now he has just created an extended family.
Furthermore, Edwards arrived in Haiti today to help with the recovery effort. I'm guessing the timing of all this is less about Edwards being a good person and more about trying to salvage his depleted image. That, and of course, it allows him to stay clear of the wrath of his wife Elizabeth for a little while longer.
Apparently someone has created a "Stab Vest" that fans can purchase for the World Cup in South Africa this coming summer. It was created with the goal of protecting along the same lines that the bullet-proof vest was created. It even comes equipped with a pouch across the chest where a fan can put the flag of the country he or she is cheering for. Isn't that sweet?! Nothing like being extra prepared while scaring the shit out of the average soccer fan. The fact that someone created this "Stab Vest" shows that there could be the slim possibility that you would actually need to wear it while attending the potentially hostile games.
And on that note..... I think I've spotted another Top 10 topic!
Top 10 Reasons To Buy A "Stab Vest" If You Plan On Attending The World Cup
10. You don't like bringing a coat with you, so this is a great substitute.
9. It's a fantastic conversation starter.
8. You plan on cheering for the United States soccer team.
7. It's something to tell your kids about one day... if you survive the World Cup.
6. Who doesn't like racking up more credit card debt?
5. You like the fact that it goes with almost every pair of pants you own.
4. You also live in Detroit so the purchase works year round.
3. So you can be "that guy" in all of the group pictures.
2. It finally gives you an excuse to wear a vest.
1. You waited too long to book one of the safer hotels around town and are forced to sleep outside the stadium.
Furthermore, Edwards arrived in Haiti today to help with the recovery effort. I'm guessing the timing of all this is less about Edwards being a good person and more about trying to salvage his depleted image. That, and of course, it allows him to stay clear of the wrath of his wife Elizabeth for a little while longer.
Apparently someone has created a "Stab Vest" that fans can purchase for the World Cup in South Africa this coming summer. It was created with the goal of protecting along the same lines that the bullet-proof vest was created. It even comes equipped with a pouch across the chest where a fan can put the flag of the country he or she is cheering for. Isn't that sweet?! Nothing like being extra prepared while scaring the shit out of the average soccer fan. The fact that someone created this "Stab Vest" shows that there could be the slim possibility that you would actually need to wear it while attending the potentially hostile games.
And on that note..... I think I've spotted another Top 10 topic!
Top 10 Reasons To Buy A "Stab Vest" If You Plan On Attending The World Cup
10. You don't like bringing a coat with you, so this is a great substitute.
9. It's a fantastic conversation starter.
8. You plan on cheering for the United States soccer team.
7. It's something to tell your kids about one day... if you survive the World Cup.
6. Who doesn't like racking up more credit card debt?
5. You like the fact that it goes with almost every pair of pants you own.
4. You also live in Detroit so the purchase works year round.
3. So you can be "that guy" in all of the group pictures.
2. It finally gives you an excuse to wear a vest.
1. You waited too long to book one of the safer hotels around town and are forced to sleep outside the stadium.
A Top 10 List Featuring LeBron James' Motives For Leaving Cleveland...
Top 10 Reasons Why LeBron James Will Leave Cleveland After This Season
10. Being up on a billboard in downtown Cleveland just doesn't compare to a billboard in New York City's Times Square.
9. He no longer thinks it's fun playing with Sideshow Bob from "The Simpsons" (also known as Anderson Varejao).
8. He has lived his entire life around the Cleveland area and eventually the bird needs to leave the nest.
7. Plain and simple, that organization hasn't surrounded LeBron with enough talent to win a championship. (Not sure if the Knicks have the capability to either)
6. He'd like to finally play with a decent second option who doesn't play "Sheriff" half the time.
5. He'll have more time away from his crazy-ass mother.
4. He loves New York, playing at Madison Square Garden, the Yankees, the money he'll receive in endorsements in New York City.... the list can go on and on.
3. How many "Kings" do you know who reside in Cleveland?
2. If he stays in Cleveland any longer he may actually be persuaded to suit up for the Browns in the NFL.
1. After seven seasons in Cleveland, even Milwaukee looks like a tempting spot to land.
And a bonus reason... since dancing on the court before, during and after games has become one of LeBron's new favorite things to do, New York City probably offers better dance classes than Cleveland does. That's only a guess.
Finally time to sleep!
10. Being up on a billboard in downtown Cleveland just doesn't compare to a billboard in New York City's Times Square.
9. He no longer thinks it's fun playing with Sideshow Bob from "The Simpsons" (also known as Anderson Varejao).
8. He has lived his entire life around the Cleveland area and eventually the bird needs to leave the nest.
7. Plain and simple, that organization hasn't surrounded LeBron with enough talent to win a championship. (Not sure if the Knicks have the capability to either)
6. He'd like to finally play with a decent second option who doesn't play "Sheriff" half the time.
5. He'll have more time away from his crazy-ass mother.
4. He loves New York, playing at Madison Square Garden, the Yankees, the money he'll receive in endorsements in New York City.... the list can go on and on.
3. How many "Kings" do you know who reside in Cleveland?
2. If he stays in Cleveland any longer he may actually be persuaded to suit up for the Browns in the NFL.
1. After seven seasons in Cleveland, even Milwaukee looks like a tempting spot to land.
And a bonus reason... since dancing on the court before, during and after games has become one of LeBron's new favorite things to do, New York City probably offers better dance classes than Cleveland does. That's only a guess.
Finally time to sleep!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
LeBron, Jim Harbaugh And The Raaaay-Daaas!
LeBron James needs to focus less time on his self-promotion, commercials and dancing on the court. What he needs to focus on is winning a championship. Everyone has been crowning this guy "The King" even before he played a game in the NBA. Now granted, he is one of the best players in the game and his athletic ability is off the charts, but before we all start saying he is the "second coming" and we are all "witnesses"..... let him first win something.
The guy has been a flat-out playoff disappointment. He made it to one NBA Finals in 2007 and his team was swept and embarrassed by the San Antonio Spurs. He hasn't had the best talent around him all the time, but if he was that great he would over come it. All great players show up on the biggest stage, and he has yet to do that. This year he has an aging Shaq by his side..... which I don't think will turn out the way Cleveland wants it to (assuming the Magic and Celtics are healthy).
I just read that ESPN's "Sports Guy" Bill Simmons thinks the debate over who is the better player, LeBron or Kobe, is a done deal. He says that LeBron earns that title hands down. Good for you Bill. You take LeBron and his zero titles, and I'll take Kobe and his 4 titles. The difference between the two is that Kobe has the discipline, the drive, and the killer instinct down the stretch. LeBron simply does not. LeBron is several years younger than Kobe, so if you had to start a team today then maybe I could see picking him over Kobe. Yet, at the current time, LeBron can't even hold Kobe's jock-strap! Nobody finishes a game down the stretch like Kobe does. Opposing teams will try to throw everything but the kitchen sink at Kobe and they still can't stop him from nailing the game winning shot. Kobe is a lot like Michael Jordan in many ways.... whereas Lebron is more like Karl Malone at this point in his career. The "Mailman" (Malone) never did deliver on Sundays, especially during playoff time.... and so far that has been the case with "The King" as well.
Stanford head football coach Jim Harbaugh turned down the Oakland Raiders after they pursued him to possibly be their new football coach. Harbaugh said he wasn't interested... then again, who would be interested in that circus of an organization? How bad do you need the money or the title of being "an NFL head coach" to take that job? They have an owner (Al Davis) who wants things done his way all the time..... and his way means the wrong way. It's sad to say, but Al Davis is either going to have to sell the team (which he wont' do) or die of old age in order for the Raiders to get back to being a legit NFL team.
More to come later tonight.... if I can think of more things to vent on!
The guy has been a flat-out playoff disappointment. He made it to one NBA Finals in 2007 and his team was swept and embarrassed by the San Antonio Spurs. He hasn't had the best talent around him all the time, but if he was that great he would over come it. All great players show up on the biggest stage, and he has yet to do that. This year he has an aging Shaq by his side..... which I don't think will turn out the way Cleveland wants it to (assuming the Magic and Celtics are healthy).
I just read that ESPN's "Sports Guy" Bill Simmons thinks the debate over who is the better player, LeBron or Kobe, is a done deal. He says that LeBron earns that title hands down. Good for you Bill. You take LeBron and his zero titles, and I'll take Kobe and his 4 titles. The difference between the two is that Kobe has the discipline, the drive, and the killer instinct down the stretch. LeBron simply does not. LeBron is several years younger than Kobe, so if you had to start a team today then maybe I could see picking him over Kobe. Yet, at the current time, LeBron can't even hold Kobe's jock-strap! Nobody finishes a game down the stretch like Kobe does. Opposing teams will try to throw everything but the kitchen sink at Kobe and they still can't stop him from nailing the game winning shot. Kobe is a lot like Michael Jordan in many ways.... whereas Lebron is more like Karl Malone at this point in his career. The "Mailman" (Malone) never did deliver on Sundays, especially during playoff time.... and so far that has been the case with "The King" as well.
Stanford head football coach Jim Harbaugh turned down the Oakland Raiders after they pursued him to possibly be their new football coach. Harbaugh said he wasn't interested... then again, who would be interested in that circus of an organization? How bad do you need the money or the title of being "an NFL head coach" to take that job? They have an owner (Al Davis) who wants things done his way all the time..... and his way means the wrong way. It's sad to say, but Al Davis is either going to have to sell the team (which he wont' do) or die of old age in order for the Raiders to get back to being a legit NFL team.
More to come later tonight.... if I can think of more things to vent on!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
NBA All-Star Game, Tiger Woods, And Lane Kiffin Back In The News!
There is a chance that both Allen Iverson and Tracy McGrady may be voted to the NBA All-Star Game. They've received so many votes from NBA fans that they may even start the game. I think this is a clear-cut sign that this system needs to change. Both McGrady and Iverson have been injured and just plain horrible this year, which in a sane world would mean that they don't deserve to be all-stars. But then again, we don't live in a sane world. If we did, Mark McGwire wouldn't be allowed back into professional baseball either.
Sources say that Tiger Woods is at a sex rehab clinic in Mississippi. Since some ladies down in Mississippi may not even have a full set of teeth, Tiger's rehab may just be to let him loose in a local pub on a weekday night. That may drive any married man back to his wife.
Good 'ol Lane Kiffin is back in the news today. Apparently he crashed his leased Lexus in August down in Tennessee. The word on the street is that he walked away from the scene of the crash after "falling asleep" at the wheel. I've heard this story too many times. Maybe he did end up falling asleep at the wheel, but my guess is that occurred after he pounded a few beers and a couple shots of whiskey. No story about this guy shocks me anymore.
And on a final note, if I hear one more football analyst on television refer to Brett Favre as "the 'ol gun-slinger"... I may just have to get a gun and blow the face of my television screen off.
I'm just throwing that out there....
Sources say that Tiger Woods is at a sex rehab clinic in Mississippi. Since some ladies down in Mississippi may not even have a full set of teeth, Tiger's rehab may just be to let him loose in a local pub on a weekday night. That may drive any married man back to his wife.
Good 'ol Lane Kiffin is back in the news today. Apparently he crashed his leased Lexus in August down in Tennessee. The word on the street is that he walked away from the scene of the crash after "falling asleep" at the wheel. I've heard this story too many times. Maybe he did end up falling asleep at the wheel, but my guess is that occurred after he pounded a few beers and a couple shots of whiskey. No story about this guy shocks me anymore.
And on a final note, if I hear one more football analyst on television refer to Brett Favre as "the 'ol gun-slinger"... I may just have to get a gun and blow the face of my television screen off.
I'm just throwing that out there....
Monday, January 18, 2010
A Quick NBA Note....
So I'm currently watching the Boston Celtics vs. Dallas Mavericks on TNT. After 3 quarters the Mavericks are leading 75-68. Ray Allen is shooting well, Rasheed is complaining about calls, and the C's are still without the services of Kevin Garnett.
One thing I've realized over the years while watching Paul Pierce is that he is similar to Kurt Warner. In what ways you ask? Well for one thing, some nights Pierce looks to be unstoppable and clearly the best player on the court..... while other nights he looks to be a year away from being completely washed up. Tonight, although he's made a couple good plays, is one of those nights that you'd rather see him cheering the younger Celtics from the bench.
If I have to see him lose his dribble again, force up a horrible shot while caring more about creating contact and then complaining about not getting a foul... I think I may have to watch something else horrible like "The Jay Leno Show".
Meanwhile, the Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki is putting on an offensive clinic! It doesn't look good for the Celtics at this point, but then again, who really cares until playoff time. We know the Celtics are going to make the playoffs. We know that if they are completely healthy, they are the best team in the NBA. And we also know that if Pierce forces up one more shot I'll be forced to give "The Jay Leno Show" another shot.
Please, please, please don't force me to watch that!
One thing I've realized over the years while watching Paul Pierce is that he is similar to Kurt Warner. In what ways you ask? Well for one thing, some nights Pierce looks to be unstoppable and clearly the best player on the court..... while other nights he looks to be a year away from being completely washed up. Tonight, although he's made a couple good plays, is one of those nights that you'd rather see him cheering the younger Celtics from the bench.
If I have to see him lose his dribble again, force up a horrible shot while caring more about creating contact and then complaining about not getting a foul... I think I may have to watch something else horrible like "The Jay Leno Show".
Meanwhile, the Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki is putting on an offensive clinic! It doesn't look good for the Celtics at this point, but then again, who really cares until playoff time. We know the Celtics are going to make the playoffs. We know that if they are completely healthy, they are the best team in the NBA. And we also know that if Pierce forces up one more shot I'll be forced to give "The Jay Leno Show" another shot.
Please, please, please don't force me to watch that!
"Looks like somebody has a case of the Mondays"....
That quote was from the movie "Office Space" I believe. If I'm wrong with attributing that then please forgive me. I'm a little out of it tonight as I suffer from a lovely winter season session of a stuffy nose and sore throat. It's especially fun at night time when your throat feels like it's closing up and you can't swallow. My balance is a little off as well and I can't seem to muster up any energy to get off the couch. A perfect night for Ramen noodles if I don't say so myself. Now I just need to find somebody to cook them for me! Why do girlfriends decide to go out to eat with their friends at the most inopportune times?!
Did anyone see the video of former-Red Sox player Jose Offerman take a swing at that umpire and miss? The umpire still fell down as if he was expecting contact, but the fist-to-jaw never actually happened. Offerman is now banned for life from the Dominican Winter League, but watch out umpires who work the Spring, Summer & Fall leagues. Offerman was always just mediocre with the Red Sox, but it's pretty clear that he's better at baseball than he is at boxing. They say hitting a baseball is one of the toughest things to do in sports, but apparently hitting an umpire is even tougher for Offerman. Will he be welcomed back to Dominican baseball anytime soon? No way Jose!
If anyone is having a case of the Mondays today, it may just be Nate Kaeding (the Kicker for the San Diego Chargers). Kaeding missed three crucial field goals yesterday in the Chargers 17-14 playoff loss to the New York Jets. To put this in perspective, Kaeding only missed three field goals all season long (and he made his last 20 going into yesterdays game). If you want to create a poster depicting "life not being fair", then put Haiti on the poster. But, if you want to create a poster depicting "life not being fair in the NFL", then I think Nate Kaeding would be a decent candidate for that poster. The Chargers once again fall flat in the playoffs after another solid regualr season. Things could be worse though, Kaeding could have laid his biggest egg in the Super Bowl like Buffalo Bills' place-kicker Scott Norwood did.
Stephon Marbury joined a professional basketball team in China! Eh..... who cares? The only interesting part about this signing is that Marbury will now play basketball close to where his B-Ball sneakers are made in child sweat-shops.
With all the terrible things going on in Haiti recently, doesn't it make what the "Stars" wore at the Golden Globes the most irrelevant it has ever been? Except if you're Joan & Melissa Rivers who love to ask, "Who are you wearing?" Somebody should finally ask them, "Who did your last plastic surgery job? Because he or she should be fired for doing any more work on you when you already look like 'over-the-hill' mannequins".
That's all I have for tonight. Time to get off the couch, make some Ramen noodles and then fall asleep before I eat them....... but not before I remember to shut the stove off! Yikes!
Did anyone see the video of former-Red Sox player Jose Offerman take a swing at that umpire and miss? The umpire still fell down as if he was expecting contact, but the fist-to-jaw never actually happened. Offerman is now banned for life from the Dominican Winter League, but watch out umpires who work the Spring, Summer & Fall leagues. Offerman was always just mediocre with the Red Sox, but it's pretty clear that he's better at baseball than he is at boxing. They say hitting a baseball is one of the toughest things to do in sports, but apparently hitting an umpire is even tougher for Offerman. Will he be welcomed back to Dominican baseball anytime soon? No way Jose!
If anyone is having a case of the Mondays today, it may just be Nate Kaeding (the Kicker for the San Diego Chargers). Kaeding missed three crucial field goals yesterday in the Chargers 17-14 playoff loss to the New York Jets. To put this in perspective, Kaeding only missed three field goals all season long (and he made his last 20 going into yesterdays game). If you want to create a poster depicting "life not being fair", then put Haiti on the poster. But, if you want to create a poster depicting "life not being fair in the NFL", then I think Nate Kaeding would be a decent candidate for that poster. The Chargers once again fall flat in the playoffs after another solid regualr season. Things could be worse though, Kaeding could have laid his biggest egg in the Super Bowl like Buffalo Bills' place-kicker Scott Norwood did.
Stephon Marbury joined a professional basketball team in China! Eh..... who cares? The only interesting part about this signing is that Marbury will now play basketball close to where his B-Ball sneakers are made in child sweat-shops.
With all the terrible things going on in Haiti recently, doesn't it make what the "Stars" wore at the Golden Globes the most irrelevant it has ever been? Except if you're Joan & Melissa Rivers who love to ask, "Who are you wearing?" Somebody should finally ask them, "Who did your last plastic surgery job? Because he or she should be fired for doing any more work on you when you already look like 'over-the-hill' mannequins".
That's all I have for tonight. Time to get off the couch, make some Ramen noodles and then fall asleep before I eat them....... but not before I remember to shut the stove off! Yikes!
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Luckily I'm Not A Betting Man!
After making NFL playoff picks last week and finishing 1-3, you would think I would learn a thing or two. Not so much as I finished 1-3 again this week.
Who would have thought the New York Jets would make it to the AFC Championship game? Rex Ryan has been talking the talk all season long, and for the last couple of weeks he certainly has been walking the walk. Good for them. I hope they smash the Colts in Indy and move on to the Super Bowl. Jets fans have been waiting for an awful long time.
And I guess I need to quit ripping on Favre so much because his return to the NFL this year is definitely paying off for the Vikes as they sit just one game away from the Super Bowl. I'm just happy that they are going to have to meet the Saints in the Big Easy next week. That may be New Orleans' nickname, but I think it's going to be rather hard for the Vikings to get a win there. Or at least I guess that's what I hope for. Favre still is, and will always be a prima donna who cares more about himself than anything else.
Can we get a Saints vs. Jets Super Bowl please?!......Wow, I never thought I would route for the Jets (especially in a playoff game). But being a Patriots fan, I certainly don't want to see Peyton Manning and the Colts get another ring!
Who would have thought the New York Jets would make it to the AFC Championship game? Rex Ryan has been talking the talk all season long, and for the last couple of weeks he certainly has been walking the walk. Good for them. I hope they smash the Colts in Indy and move on to the Super Bowl. Jets fans have been waiting for an awful long time.
And I guess I need to quit ripping on Favre so much because his return to the NFL this year is definitely paying off for the Vikes as they sit just one game away from the Super Bowl. I'm just happy that they are going to have to meet the Saints in the Big Easy next week. That may be New Orleans' nickname, but I think it's going to be rather hard for the Vikings to get a win there. Or at least I guess that's what I hope for. Favre still is, and will always be a prima donna who cares more about himself than anything else.
Can we get a Saints vs. Jets Super Bowl please?!......Wow, I never thought I would route for the Jets (especially in a playoff game). But being a Patriots fan, I certainly don't want to see Peyton Manning and the Colts get another ring!
Top 10 Things Brett Favre Will Do This Off-Season
Top 10 Things Brett Favre Will Do This Off-Season
10. Decide to retire from the NFL.
9. Film more Wrangler Jeans commercials featuring trucks, dogs and grown men who look like they don't know how to play football.
8. Sit in front of a mirror and practice his fake-crying on a daily basis.
7. Decide to return to the NFL and play for the Vikings.
6. Think of more ways to show everyone how much fun he has while playing games in the NFL.
5. Film "There's Something About Mary: Part 2" with Cameron Diaz.
4. Decide to retire from the NFL.
3. Ponder a career as an NFL television-analyst in order to stay relevant come football season.
2. Ride his tractor throughout the entire summer down in Mississippi while conveniently missing all NFL mini-camps and most of pre-season and pretending to be "too busy being undecided about returning to the NFL".
1. Decide to return to the NFL and play for the Vikings.
10. Decide to retire from the NFL.
9. Film more Wrangler Jeans commercials featuring trucks, dogs and grown men who look like they don't know how to play football.
8. Sit in front of a mirror and practice his fake-crying on a daily basis.
7. Decide to return to the NFL and play for the Vikings.
6. Think of more ways to show everyone how much fun he has while playing games in the NFL.
5. Film "There's Something About Mary: Part 2" with Cameron Diaz.
4. Decide to retire from the NFL.
3. Ponder a career as an NFL television-analyst in order to stay relevant come football season.
2. Ride his tractor throughout the entire summer down in Mississippi while conveniently missing all NFL mini-camps and most of pre-season and pretending to be "too busy being undecided about returning to the NFL".
1. Decide to return to the NFL and play for the Vikings.
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Top 10 Reasons Kurt Warner Should Not Retire
The New Orleans Saints move on to the NFC Championship for the 2nd time in four years. It's unfortunate to see Kurt Warner and the Arizona Cardinals ousted from the playoffs after witnessing last year's amazing post-season run, but no franchise needs a title quite like the Saints. The Saints will host the winner of the Cowboys/Vikings game at home next week. And unlike in January of 2007, I think the Saints will be moving on to the Super Bowl this time around.
There is currently 2 minutes left in the 4th quarter of the Ravens/Colts game with the Colts up 20-3. When it comes to racking up penalties, the Ravens keep shooting themselves in the foot. Luckily former-Colt Marvin Harrison isn't in the stadium tonight because he would likely shoot them in a worse spot. Then again, Ray Lewis may be packing heat too.
The Purdue men's basketball team has now lost 3 games in a row after starting the season 14-0 and getting ranked as high as # 4 in the country. There are still 2 months to go until tournament time, but they need to put a band-aid on the damage immediately before it gets out of control. I've seen too many teams, and have played for too many teams, that start the season off well and then hit a losing streak which completely changes the course of the season. It would be a real shame if that was to happen this year to the Boilermakers.
And speaking of Big-10 teams, is this the year that the Northwestern Wildcats men's basketball team earns its' first trip ever to the NCAA Tournament? I hope so. You just don't see enough teams with purple uniforms play on the big time stage. Okay so I'm a little biased toward purple uniforms after playing for the Emerson College men's basketball team. It's okay though because I was made fun of for having to wear purple for years by opposing teams' fans, my friends and family.
Does the Ivy League have 2 teams that could possibly see post-season action in men's basketball this year? Cornell is basically a lock to win the Ivy League which would grant them a trip to the NCAA Tournament for a 3rd year in a row. Yet Harvard, led by Asian-sensation Jeremy Lin, is quickly becoming a team to be reckoned with.
Top 10 Reasons Kurt Warner Should Not Retire
10. It took the Arizona Cardinals so long to finally have a good quarterback that he can't bail on them while he's still playing at such a high level.
9. The Cardinals aren't ready for the Matt Leinart era.... not unless they want 18 year-old girls hanging out with him in the locker room. Frat boy 4 Life!
8. Nobody thanks "the man upstairs" better or more often (before and after games) than him.
7. What is he going to do post-NFL career.... go back to bagging groceries?
6. He has 6 kids and a mini-van. Do I need to say more?
5. Fans love watching an NFL QB wear gloves on both hands whether it's September or January.
4. Spending too much time with his out-spoken wife would drive anyone crazy.
3. One team has to win the NFC West.... and that division minus Kurt Warner does not have a team good enough to be allowed to make the playoffs.
2. Since Tony Dungy is no longer down on the field, the NFL needs at least one player/coach to be the voice of God down there.
1. It's really fun watching him one week play like an amateur who can't hang on to the ball, and the next week like he's the greatest quarterback ever to take the field.
There is currently 2 minutes left in the 4th quarter of the Ravens/Colts game with the Colts up 20-3. When it comes to racking up penalties, the Ravens keep shooting themselves in the foot. Luckily former-Colt Marvin Harrison isn't in the stadium tonight because he would likely shoot them in a worse spot. Then again, Ray Lewis may be packing heat too.
The Purdue men's basketball team has now lost 3 games in a row after starting the season 14-0 and getting ranked as high as # 4 in the country. There are still 2 months to go until tournament time, but they need to put a band-aid on the damage immediately before it gets out of control. I've seen too many teams, and have played for too many teams, that start the season off well and then hit a losing streak which completely changes the course of the season. It would be a real shame if that was to happen this year to the Boilermakers.
And speaking of Big-10 teams, is this the year that the Northwestern Wildcats men's basketball team earns its' first trip ever to the NCAA Tournament? I hope so. You just don't see enough teams with purple uniforms play on the big time stage. Okay so I'm a little biased toward purple uniforms after playing for the Emerson College men's basketball team. It's okay though because I was made fun of for having to wear purple for years by opposing teams' fans, my friends and family.
Does the Ivy League have 2 teams that could possibly see post-season action in men's basketball this year? Cornell is basically a lock to win the Ivy League which would grant them a trip to the NCAA Tournament for a 3rd year in a row. Yet Harvard, led by Asian-sensation Jeremy Lin, is quickly becoming a team to be reckoned with.
Top 10 Reasons Kurt Warner Should Not Retire
10. It took the Arizona Cardinals so long to finally have a good quarterback that he can't bail on them while he's still playing at such a high level.
9. The Cardinals aren't ready for the Matt Leinart era.... not unless they want 18 year-old girls hanging out with him in the locker room. Frat boy 4 Life!
8. Nobody thanks "the man upstairs" better or more often (before and after games) than him.
7. What is he going to do post-NFL career.... go back to bagging groceries?
6. He has 6 kids and a mini-van. Do I need to say more?
5. Fans love watching an NFL QB wear gloves on both hands whether it's September or January.
4. Spending too much time with his out-spoken wife would drive anyone crazy.
3. One team has to win the NFC West.... and that division minus Kurt Warner does not have a team good enough to be allowed to make the playoffs.
2. Since Tony Dungy is no longer down on the field, the NFL needs at least one player/coach to be the voice of God down there.
1. It's really fun watching him one week play like an amateur who can't hang on to the ball, and the next week like he's the greatest quarterback ever to take the field.
Friday, January 15, 2010
The Early Weekend Edition!
NFL Picks:
New Orleans Saints over the Arizona Cardinals. As much as I'd like to see Warner move on in the playoffs, I think a playoff win for New Orleans would mean even more. The Saints started off the season 13-0, and I'm picking them to finish the season 3-0 as they are my early Super Bowl winning pick.
Baltimore Ravens over the Indianapolis Colts. I think the Ravens are on a mission. Their defense is hungry and their running game is solid. I don't think the game will be as lopsided as last week's game against the Patriots was, but I think the Colts are in for a surprise. So much for resting their starters down the stretch.
Dallas Cowboys over the Minnesota Vikings. The Cowboys got hot at the right time and those teams can be very scary come playoff time. I think their hot streak will continue and they'll end Favre's fairy tale season.
San Diego Chargers over the New York Jets. Sorry Jets fans, but the Chargers are a lot better than the Bengals. They are the most dangerous team still playing. And I think this will be the year that the Chargers represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.
After stupid examples like Plaxico Burress and Gilbert Arenas, will other professional athletes who like to carry guns finally learn from them? I think probably not.
It seems like former Colt, Marvin Harrison, wasn't as good of a guy as the announcers liked to say he was. Sure he was a great wide-receiver, but he also was a thug. As more and more information comes out about his fondness of guns and causing trouble, I think people's opinions of him will change drastically.
The fact that Lane Kiffin's new staff at USC may have already committed an NCAA violation doesn't really surprise me. The guy has been a disaster everywhere he's gone.
Have you seen the new commercials promoting a Taco Bell Diet? This does not seem smart to tell an already obese nation like the U.S. It simply will not turn out well for fat people.
Seeing Avatar in IMAX 3D was pretty cool. Seeing it for free by flashing my SAG card and saving $17.50 for my friend and I was even better. But hearing a guy, who was sitting a few seats to the left of me, snore loudly through the final 2 minutes of the film was the best part! I guess that's what happens when even a really good movie with new technology runs almost 3 hours.
I keep seeing these new commercials for Ladder.com promote $100,000 jobs for $100,000 type of people. I guess I won't be visiting that website anytime soon.
And it doesn't get much better than hearing about a website called BeautifulPeople.com kick off some of it's current members because they had gained too much weight over the holiday season. I guess fat people won't be visiting that website anytime soon.
Until next time....
New Orleans Saints over the Arizona Cardinals. As much as I'd like to see Warner move on in the playoffs, I think a playoff win for New Orleans would mean even more. The Saints started off the season 13-0, and I'm picking them to finish the season 3-0 as they are my early Super Bowl winning pick.
Baltimore Ravens over the Indianapolis Colts. I think the Ravens are on a mission. Their defense is hungry and their running game is solid. I don't think the game will be as lopsided as last week's game against the Patriots was, but I think the Colts are in for a surprise. So much for resting their starters down the stretch.
Dallas Cowboys over the Minnesota Vikings. The Cowboys got hot at the right time and those teams can be very scary come playoff time. I think their hot streak will continue and they'll end Favre's fairy tale season.
San Diego Chargers over the New York Jets. Sorry Jets fans, but the Chargers are a lot better than the Bengals. They are the most dangerous team still playing. And I think this will be the year that the Chargers represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.
After stupid examples like Plaxico Burress and Gilbert Arenas, will other professional athletes who like to carry guns finally learn from them? I think probably not.
It seems like former Colt, Marvin Harrison, wasn't as good of a guy as the announcers liked to say he was. Sure he was a great wide-receiver, but he also was a thug. As more and more information comes out about his fondness of guns and causing trouble, I think people's opinions of him will change drastically.
The fact that Lane Kiffin's new staff at USC may have already committed an NCAA violation doesn't really surprise me. The guy has been a disaster everywhere he's gone.
Have you seen the new commercials promoting a Taco Bell Diet? This does not seem smart to tell an already obese nation like the U.S. It simply will not turn out well for fat people.
Seeing Avatar in IMAX 3D was pretty cool. Seeing it for free by flashing my SAG card and saving $17.50 for my friend and I was even better. But hearing a guy, who was sitting a few seats to the left of me, snore loudly through the final 2 minutes of the film was the best part! I guess that's what happens when even a really good movie with new technology runs almost 3 hours.
I keep seeing these new commercials for Ladder.com promote $100,000 jobs for $100,000 type of people. I guess I won't be visiting that website anytime soon.
And it doesn't get much better than hearing about a website called BeautifulPeople.com kick off some of it's current members because they had gained too much weight over the holiday season. I guess fat people won't be visiting that website anytime soon.
Until next time....
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Lane Kiffin... The Man, The Ego, The Legend In His Own MInd.
Top 10 Reasons Lane Kiffin Left Tennessee for USC
10. Palm trees and beaches are cooler than fruit stands and people with no teeth.
9. He was sick of having uniforms that looked like creamsicles (yet USC's uniforms look like they are sponsored by McDonalds).
8. He was tired of his wife's obsession with SEC rival and her alma mater the Florida Gators.
7. He wanted to be closer to his old (and I do mean old) pal Al Davis.
6. His ego couldn't take playing second-fiddle behind legendary Tennessee coach Pat Summitt.
5. To keep more distance between his wife and Tim Tebow.
4. He wears out his welcome at each coaching stop after one year.
3. He thinks of himself as a big-time star celebrity ... and all stars belong in L.A.
2. He couldn't think of anymore lies to create or insults to spew at Florida's Urban Meyer.
1. Because unlike at Tennessee, paying players at USC is just part of the everyday norm (which tends to help out with recruiting).
10. Palm trees and beaches are cooler than fruit stands and people with no teeth.
9. He was sick of having uniforms that looked like creamsicles (yet USC's uniforms look like they are sponsored by McDonalds).
8. He was tired of his wife's obsession with SEC rival and her alma mater the Florida Gators.
7. He wanted to be closer to his old (and I do mean old) pal Al Davis.
6. His ego couldn't take playing second-fiddle behind legendary Tennessee coach Pat Summitt.
5. To keep more distance between his wife and Tim Tebow.
4. He wears out his welcome at each coaching stop after one year.
3. He thinks of himself as a big-time star celebrity ... and all stars belong in L.A.
2. He couldn't think of anymore lies to create or insults to spew at Florida's Urban Meyer.
1. Because unlike at Tennessee, paying players at USC is just part of the everyday norm (which tends to help out with recruiting).
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
A Top Ten List Based On Today's News
TOP 10 REASONS NOT TO FLY
10. You actually enjoy carrying large containers full of liquids and pocket knives with you while traveling for a few hours.
9. You are no longer willing to retie your shoes after removing them for security reasons.
8. You are sick of sitting next to a stranger who wants to talk about what his or her grandchildren are doing nowadays.
7. Peanuts, pretzels and sodas just aren't a sufficient food source.
6. Checking luggage now costs more money than the actual plane ticket.
5. Thanksgiving is only 10.5 months away and you can wait to see your family until then.
4. There are never any good articles to read in "Sky Magazine" on the airplane.
3. You are sick of having to get to the airport a few days before flying just to leave enough time to check-in and go through security.
2. It is way too annoying arriving at your vacation destination like Hawaii while your luggage sits in Cleveland.
1. You never know how many young Nigerian men may try to hide explosives in their undies.
10. You actually enjoy carrying large containers full of liquids and pocket knives with you while traveling for a few hours.
9. You are no longer willing to retie your shoes after removing them for security reasons.
8. You are sick of sitting next to a stranger who wants to talk about what his or her grandchildren are doing nowadays.
7. Peanuts, pretzels and sodas just aren't a sufficient food source.
6. Checking luggage now costs more money than the actual plane ticket.
5. Thanksgiving is only 10.5 months away and you can wait to see your family until then.
4. There are never any good articles to read in "Sky Magazine" on the airplane.
3. You are sick of having to get to the airport a few days before flying just to leave enough time to check-in and go through security.
2. It is way too annoying arriving at your vacation destination like Hawaii while your luggage sits in Cleveland.
1. You never know how many young Nigerian men may try to hide explosives in their undies.
More Notes On McGwire.... ESPN's Jay Crawford's Hair... And Kentucky's John Wall
McGwire's admission on steroids was clearly half-hearted.
First of all, when he claims that he took performance enhancing drugs just to stay healthy and not to help out his power numbers.... that means he is a fraud and a jerk. He is one of baseball's leading men when it comes to using steroids and negatively effecting the history of the game. All of his inflated numbers and records need to be thrown out and the Hall of Fame discussion for McGwire should be case-closed! Either come out and admit to everything or don't apologize at all.
And whatever happened to his statement before Congress a few years back that he was going to "dedicate his life to informing kids about the negative affects of using steroids"? I guess he must have just forgot about that because he hasn't done a damn thing but hide out. I think even groundhog Punxsutawney Phil comes out of hiding more than McGwire..... and that's only once a year!
To summarize..... McGwire is a phony, an idiot and a cry-baby.
I was just watching ESPN's show "First Take" and I noticed host's Jay Crawford's hair and how awful it looks today. I guess normally it doesn't look great, but today it looks like a gelled-up mop on top of his head. Whatever happened to going to a barber shop and paying your $10 for a "boys-regular" haircut?
If you're looking for something to watch tonight, then check out the college basketball game featuring Kentucky's John Wall as he leads the Wildcats against SEC rival the Florida Gators. John Wall is hands-down the best player in college and could already be a productive pro-player. He won't have to wait long though because this is the only season he'll be spending in Lexington. Next year around this time I'm sure he'll be the go-to-guy of either the Nets, Wizards, Pistons or Grizzlies.
Being a Gators fan means I'll be cheering for Florida.... yet I still hope Wall puts on a good show!
First of all, when he claims that he took performance enhancing drugs just to stay healthy and not to help out his power numbers.... that means he is a fraud and a jerk. He is one of baseball's leading men when it comes to using steroids and negatively effecting the history of the game. All of his inflated numbers and records need to be thrown out and the Hall of Fame discussion for McGwire should be case-closed! Either come out and admit to everything or don't apologize at all.
And whatever happened to his statement before Congress a few years back that he was going to "dedicate his life to informing kids about the negative affects of using steroids"? I guess he must have just forgot about that because he hasn't done a damn thing but hide out. I think even groundhog Punxsutawney Phil comes out of hiding more than McGwire..... and that's only once a year!
To summarize..... McGwire is a phony, an idiot and a cry-baby.
I was just watching ESPN's show "First Take" and I noticed host's Jay Crawford's hair and how awful it looks today. I guess normally it doesn't look great, but today it looks like a gelled-up mop on top of his head. Whatever happened to going to a barber shop and paying your $10 for a "boys-regular" haircut?
If you're looking for something to watch tonight, then check out the college basketball game featuring Kentucky's John Wall as he leads the Wildcats against SEC rival the Florida Gators. John Wall is hands-down the best player in college and could already be a productive pro-player. He won't have to wait long though because this is the only season he'll be spending in Lexington. Next year around this time I'm sure he'll be the go-to-guy of either the Nets, Wizards, Pistons or Grizzlies.
Being a Gators fan means I'll be cheering for Florida.... yet I still hope Wall puts on a good show!
Monday, January 11, 2010
Mark McGwire Talks About The Past.... But Tells Us Nothing We Don't Already Know!
Mark McGwire finally admitted to using steroids... so what? Everyone already knew he was on "the juice" during his playing days and admitting it now changes nothing. Yet, it does give me another topic for a Top 10 List!
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Reasons Mark McGwire Admitted Using Steroids Today
10. He was sick of his children always saying, "I'm not here to talk about the past" whenever they were caught doing something they weren't suppose to be doing.
9. It was his New Year's Resolution (even though he's a week and a half late).
8. He thought maybe his admission would get lost with all the talk about NBC moving Leno and Conan around.
7. He lost a bet.
6. Jose Canseco wrote Mark a touching letter saying that now was a good time to come clean.
5. He got bored with no Monday Night Football on TV tonight and wanted to watch something on ESPN besides basketball.
4. Because talking about his past is actually a lot more interesting than talking about his present or future.
3. He wanted to show Tiger Woods that hiding out for several years accomplishes nothing.
2. His chances of getting into the Hall of Fame weren't getting any better by staying quiet.
1. He now has an excuse for why his testicles are so small.
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Reasons Mark McGwire Admitted Using Steroids Today
10. He was sick of his children always saying, "I'm not here to talk about the past" whenever they were caught doing something they weren't suppose to be doing.
9. It was his New Year's Resolution (even though he's a week and a half late).
8. He thought maybe his admission would get lost with all the talk about NBC moving Leno and Conan around.
7. He lost a bet.
6. Jose Canseco wrote Mark a touching letter saying that now was a good time to come clean.
5. He got bored with no Monday Night Football on TV tonight and wanted to watch something on ESPN besides basketball.
4. Because talking about his past is actually a lot more interesting than talking about his present or future.
3. He wanted to show Tiger Woods that hiding out for several years accomplishes nothing.
2. His chances of getting into the Hall of Fame weren't getting any better by staying quiet.
1. He now has an excuse for why his testicles are so small.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
An NFL Shoot out of epic proportions!
The Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers combined for the most points in NFL playoff history today as the Cards edged the Packers 51-45.
There were more points scored in this game than there will be in many college basketball games this year. And I'm not just talking about Women's Division III Basketball!
I was really hoping that Aaron Rodgers and the Packers were going to get a shot to knock Favre and the Vikings out of the playoffs this year, but I can't say that I'm upset to watch Kurt Warner another week. This guy is 38 years old and he is amazing come playoff time! He has thrown 31 touchdown passes in only 12 career playoff appearances. That's almost 3 touchdowns thrown per playoff game.... and that, is mind boggling. Warner won't have to try and crash the Hall of Fame inductee ceremony because he'll certainly get the nod to join the rest of "The Greats".
I picked the Cowboys, Bengals, Patriots and Packers to win this week. There's nothing quite like following up last week's 7-1 pick performance with a 1-3 playoff dud!
I'm already pouring over stats, box scores and match-ups for next week's games to make sure I don't look as foolish with my picks. Who am I trying to kid? I've got an early morning tomorrow and I'm going to bed.
I just hope I don't have nightmares of Ray Lewis chasing me down like I know Thomas Brady will tonight.... whether Giselle is holding him tight or not. Your Mama can't save you now boy!
Until next time...
There were more points scored in this game than there will be in many college basketball games this year. And I'm not just talking about Women's Division III Basketball!
I was really hoping that Aaron Rodgers and the Packers were going to get a shot to knock Favre and the Vikings out of the playoffs this year, but I can't say that I'm upset to watch Kurt Warner another week. This guy is 38 years old and he is amazing come playoff time! He has thrown 31 touchdown passes in only 12 career playoff appearances. That's almost 3 touchdowns thrown per playoff game.... and that, is mind boggling. Warner won't have to try and crash the Hall of Fame inductee ceremony because he'll certainly get the nod to join the rest of "The Greats".
I picked the Cowboys, Bengals, Patriots and Packers to win this week. There's nothing quite like following up last week's 7-1 pick performance with a 1-3 playoff dud!
I'm already pouring over stats, box scores and match-ups for next week's games to make sure I don't look as foolish with my picks. Who am I trying to kid? I've got an early morning tomorrow and I'm going to bed.
I just hope I don't have nightmares of Ray Lewis chasing me down like I know Thomas Brady will tonight.... whether Giselle is holding him tight or not. Your Mama can't save you now boy!
Until next time...
It's Murphy's Law.... At Its Finest During the Patriots Game!
Whatever can go wrong.... will go wrong. That's how the Patriots vs. Ravens game is currently going for the Pats. This has so far been a total disgrace!
At the end of the 1st quarter the score is Ravens 24..... Patriots 0. Worse than that is the way the Patriots are losing. Brady looks terrified, the offensive line can't block, the wide receivers can't catch, and the Ravens are systematically ripping them apart.
I don't think it's too soon to say that this is officially the end of the Patriots Dynasty. At the current rate that the game is going, the score will end up 96-0 in the Ravens favor. But I guess that's what the Patriots deserve for beating the Tennessee Titans earlier this year 59-0 and for running up the score during their historic year of 2007.
Karma is a bitch.... and that bitch is slapping Brady and Belichick right in the mouth this Sunday!
I really wanted to sit back and enjoy this Patriots playoff game, but I just can't do it. It is too shocking and pathetic not to blog about at the current time.
Okay, so the Patriots just recovered a muffed punt return by the Ravens and are close to scoring their first touchdown of the game. They still need to completely change how this game is going, but 7 points is a start.
Time to go back to watching..... but I don't think I'm up for cheering yet!
At the end of the 1st quarter the score is Ravens 24..... Patriots 0. Worse than that is the way the Patriots are losing. Brady looks terrified, the offensive line can't block, the wide receivers can't catch, and the Ravens are systematically ripping them apart.
I don't think it's too soon to say that this is officially the end of the Patriots Dynasty. At the current rate that the game is going, the score will end up 96-0 in the Ravens favor. But I guess that's what the Patriots deserve for beating the Tennessee Titans earlier this year 59-0 and for running up the score during their historic year of 2007.
Karma is a bitch.... and that bitch is slapping Brady and Belichick right in the mouth this Sunday!
I really wanted to sit back and enjoy this Patriots playoff game, but I just can't do it. It is too shocking and pathetic not to blog about at the current time.
Okay, so the Patriots just recovered a muffed punt return by the Ravens and are close to scoring their first touchdown of the game. They still need to completely change how this game is going, but 7 points is a start.
Time to go back to watching..... but I don't think I'm up for cheering yet!
An Even Quicker Sunday Edition
The New York Jets talked a good game.... and then they walked a good game. It'll be interesting to see how they do against either the Colts or Chargers next week though. Jets' coach Rex Ryan said they are "Going to be a tough out". Tough or not, next week they are going to BE out.
If I was the Cincinnati Bengals FG Kicker today, I would hide in my home's panic room for the next three weeks or so. Missing 2 chip shots when you're team really needs you to come through, especially when an organization like the Bengals are just salivating for a playoff victory, is really tough to swallow.
Good for Cowboys' coach Wade Phillips on his big playoff win. He's taken so much heat over his entire career for being too nice of a coach and being soft. Well the Big Nice Softee had a great game plan last night and I think they'll be ready to give the Vikings all they can handle next week.
On the flip side, how much longer will the Eagles and their fans tolerate the McNabb & Reid era continuously coming up short in the playoffs? I think it may be time for a shift in philosophy in Philly. Both McNabb and Vick may be gone next year from the City of Brotherly Love, but they'll surely get other offers from teams with problems at the QB position.
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Northern California yesterday, but unfortunately for Raiders fans, there hasn't been a report yet that owner Al Davis was "shaken up" or thrown into the nearest body of water.
I said this post was going to be quick.... and I stand by my performance!
Go Pats!
If I was the Cincinnati Bengals FG Kicker today, I would hide in my home's panic room for the next three weeks or so. Missing 2 chip shots when you're team really needs you to come through, especially when an organization like the Bengals are just salivating for a playoff victory, is really tough to swallow.
Good for Cowboys' coach Wade Phillips on his big playoff win. He's taken so much heat over his entire career for being too nice of a coach and being soft. Well the Big Nice Softee had a great game plan last night and I think they'll be ready to give the Vikings all they can handle next week.
On the flip side, how much longer will the Eagles and their fans tolerate the McNabb & Reid era continuously coming up short in the playoffs? I think it may be time for a shift in philosophy in Philly. Both McNabb and Vick may be gone next year from the City of Brotherly Love, but they'll surely get other offers from teams with problems at the QB position.
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake hit Northern California yesterday, but unfortunately for Raiders fans, there hasn't been a report yet that owner Al Davis was "shaken up" or thrown into the nearest body of water.
I said this post was going to be quick.... and I stand by my performance!
Go Pats!
Saturday, January 9, 2010
A Quick Saturday Edition
I wonder when the first openly gay male professional athlete is going to come out while he's still playing for his team? I bet it will be someone playing for one of the franchises in San Francisco. What better city to play in? Unless a professional team moves to Provincetown.
I would've loved to have refereed an NBA game alongside disgraced-referee Tim Donaghey and his other referee buddies. Any group that makes bets and vows to be the last referee to make a foul call in a game, or the first referee to T-up a player like Rasheed Wallace, must have had one of the funniest "work-days" around!
In just over two months the NCAA men's basketball tournament will start up and it will be Dancing Time! I love that time of year. Yet one thing I don't love about the tournament is how long and how often the TV time-outs are. It seems like the flow of the game is constantly interrupted. Although, taking bathroom breaks never becomes an issue.
If you're a sports bar in New Jersey that cheers for hometown teams like the Jets, Mets, Nets and..... the Devils, do you get pissed off at all that the Devils don't rhyme with the rest of the teams?
You can now order pizza on-line from a few different places. There's nothing quite like taking all the human interaction out of everything nowadays. Whatever happened to picking up a phone and calling someone?
If Sam Adams Brewing Company adds anymore "choice hops" to their beers, I may just choke on a few in the near future. I love their variety of beers, but boy are they spicy!
I love how infomercials always say, "if you call in the next ten minutes, you'll receive blah blah blah". Do they really know when you watched the infomercial on television or do they give that same deal to everyone that calls? I'm not going to find out for myself because I hate infomercials.
I think a G-8 Summit for all the "problem" countries in the world would be a humorous scene straight out of an "Austin Powers" movie. Boy would I like to be a fly on the wall at that meeting. Leaders of countries like Iran, Pakistan, Syria, North Korea, Yemen, Sudan, Venezuela and .... damn! Why can't I think of a suitable 8th country?! Can we still throw Russia on that list for good 'ol times?
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Gyms My Former College Basketball Team Once Called Our Home Turf..... because we didn't yet have a gym of our own.
10. Malden Catholic High School
9. Mass College of Art
8. Tobin Community Center
7. Suffolk University (Our rivals' gym)
6. Pine Manor College (Women's College)
5. Simmons College (Women's College)
4. L.A. Sports Club
3. Wang Chinatown YMCA
2. The Fens Outdoor Playground (For Captain's Practice)
1. Lindeman Mental Health Institution
I would've loved to have refereed an NBA game alongside disgraced-referee Tim Donaghey and his other referee buddies. Any group that makes bets and vows to be the last referee to make a foul call in a game, or the first referee to T-up a player like Rasheed Wallace, must have had one of the funniest "work-days" around!
In just over two months the NCAA men's basketball tournament will start up and it will be Dancing Time! I love that time of year. Yet one thing I don't love about the tournament is how long and how often the TV time-outs are. It seems like the flow of the game is constantly interrupted. Although, taking bathroom breaks never becomes an issue.
If you're a sports bar in New Jersey that cheers for hometown teams like the Jets, Mets, Nets and..... the Devils, do you get pissed off at all that the Devils don't rhyme with the rest of the teams?
You can now order pizza on-line from a few different places. There's nothing quite like taking all the human interaction out of everything nowadays. Whatever happened to picking up a phone and calling someone?
If Sam Adams Brewing Company adds anymore "choice hops" to their beers, I may just choke on a few in the near future. I love their variety of beers, but boy are they spicy!
I love how infomercials always say, "if you call in the next ten minutes, you'll receive blah blah blah". Do they really know when you watched the infomercial on television or do they give that same deal to everyone that calls? I'm not going to find out for myself because I hate infomercials.
I think a G-8 Summit for all the "problem" countries in the world would be a humorous scene straight out of an "Austin Powers" movie. Boy would I like to be a fly on the wall at that meeting. Leaders of countries like Iran, Pakistan, Syria, North Korea, Yemen, Sudan, Venezuela and .... damn! Why can't I think of a suitable 8th country?! Can we still throw Russia on that list for good 'ol times?
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Gyms My Former College Basketball Team Once Called Our Home Turf..... because we didn't yet have a gym of our own.
10. Malden Catholic High School
9. Mass College of Art
8. Tobin Community Center
7. Suffolk University (Our rivals' gym)
6. Pine Manor College (Women's College)
5. Simmons College (Women's College)
4. L.A. Sports Club
3. Wang Chinatown YMCA
2. The Fens Outdoor Playground (For Captain's Practice)
1. Lindeman Mental Health Institution
Friday, January 8, 2010
NFL Playoff Picks.... A Top 10 List.... and some more Random Thoughts!
I love watching the Boston Celtics. I'm a huge fan of Rajon Rondo.... but sometimes I want to ring his neck and tell him to quit being lazy and actually play defense! Seeing Ray Allen stop on a dime and nail 3-point shot after 3-point shot is a thing of beauty. The NBA during the regular season can still be very difficult to watch from time to time though.
Do you think Dick Vitale has the ability to speak quietly if he enters a library or attends a funeral? I can picture Dicky V. giving a eulogy right now, "Mary Smith R.I.P. Baby! She was a P-T-P'er! We grew up together! I've known her since she was a Diaper Dandy Baby! I just feel so fortunate to be here today! Where's Bilas and Digger?!"
Do you think Tim Tebow will have a similar draft day to how Brady Quinn's day turned out? If you don't remember, Quinn was the only player left in the green room as the picks kept passing him by.... pick after pick after pick. It became so uncomfortable to watch that Quinn and his girlfriend had to be brought to a different room until the Cleveland Browns finally called his number. How did that pick work out for you Cleveland? Ouch.
I think Tebow won't even be invited to the "green room" because they don't believe he'll go in the first or maybe even the second round. I think that's a shame. Maybe Tebow will just skip the draft and do something else on that day..... like build a church, give another speech to prisoners at a local jail, or even head back to the Philippines and circumcise more children. What a guy!
How many relationships have ended due to fantasy sports? Maybe I don't want to know that number. Check out YouTube (Ryan Shibley) for my "Sports Sketch Live" segment about how I feel towards people that play fantasy sports.
If I swam and ate like Michael Phelps.... I would crap in the pool.
Since Peyton Manning is such a great product pitch-man, and his brother's name is Eli, I'd like to see him dress up like Daniel Day-Lewis from the movie "There Will Be Blood" and tell the Giants' QB.... "I'm not trying to sell you oil Eli"!
Why hasn't there been one of those "Coaches" Coors Lite commercials made with the old video footage of Bobby Knight displaying his version of a "game face"? Oh the possibilities!
Taking a page out of 49ers head coach Mike Singletary's book, I'd like to hear about more head coaches dropping their pants at half-time to make a statement. Maybe more haven't done it because they've soiled them through the first half of the game? Or, maybe some of them are going commando and not wearing any? Hmmm.... something to think about..... if you don't plan on sleeping tonight.
Do you think Roger Clemens will continue to lie through his teeth with no apparent conscience? I wonder if he'll soon deny the fact that he ever even played in Toronto.
I'd like to see an NFL team move their franchise to Mexico City and see if that works. Hey, if Toronto can have their own CFL team and still have the Buffalo Bills play a game up there each year, then why not give the Mexicans some futbol Americano to cheer for? I think the Oakland Raiders should give it a try because playing in the U.S. isn't working for them.
For the 2010 NFL playoffs, can we please please PLEASE have Joe Namath as a sideline reporter? Just make sure he visits a luxury suite at least 2 hours before the game in case he is thirsty.
I'd like to go shopping with TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager and see where he buys his suits. That way, in case I'm ever stumped for what to get for a Halloween costume, I'll always know where to go.
I can't get into the NHL because I can't pronounce any player's name. Once again watch "Sports Sketch Live" on YouTube for more on that issue.
What will happen first on Saturday for the New York Jets, QB Mark Sanchez will inhale another sideline hot dog as if he wants to enter Coney Island's "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest", or coach Rex Ryan will call all Jets season ticket holders' voice mails and leave a message saying he'd really appreciate if they made the trip to Cincinnati to support the team?
NFL PLAYOFF PICKS! (Get your money out and bets made)
1. Green Bay Packers over the Arizona Cardinals. Arizona had their dream playoff run last year, but this year they will come up a little short in the first round. The Packers have played great in the second half of the season and they crushed the Cards in last week's regular season finale. The Packers want to face the Favre-led Vikings later on in the playoffs, and to make that a possibility, they'll get a win in the desert tomorrow.
2. Dallas Cowboys over the Philadelphia Eagles. It won't be as much of a blowout as last week's game, but the Cowboys will handle the Eagles will ease. Tony Romo will get his first playoff win, coach Wade Phillips will get the fans and media off his back for another week, and owner Jerry Jones will get another victory plastic surgery job! For the Eagles' McNabb and Andy Reid, things won't be pretty come Sunday morning's newspaper headlines. But what else is new?
3. New England Patriots over the Baltimore Ravens. Even though the Pats will be without the services of WR Wes Welker, I simply can't pick against them. Any team led by Brady and Belichick gets my nod, especially when they are playing at home. The Pats are 8-0 this year at home and have never lost a home playoff game during the Belichick/Brady era. The Ravens have a formidable defense, but I don't think their offense packs enough punch to bring them to the next round.
4. Cincinnati Bengals over the New York Jets. This is the toughest game to pick I feel. Yes the Jets absolutely destroyed the Bengals last week, but this game will be different in a few ways. First of all, the game is in Cincinnati as opposed to last week. Second, Bengals QB Carson Palmer won't play as bad as he did last week.... either will Ochostinko for that matter. And anytime a rookie QB (Mark Sanchez) plays in his first playoff game, especially a game on the road, you know that things won't be smooth. The Bengals have been searching for a playoff win for a long long time now, and tomorrow, I think they'll finally get it. At least I really hope they do!
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Quotes I've Ever Heard Shouted From A College Basketball Coach I Know.... And May Or May Not Have Played For.
10. "There's not a definite chance, but there's a pretty good chance you won't play the rest of the season."
9. "You have the basketball IQ of a f@#%ing ant!"
8. "How bad are you? No really, how bad are you?"
7. "On the line you Mother F%*@ers!"
6. "That was an abortion of a shot."
5. "F%*@ you Bird.... white ball!"
4. "How can I play you? I want to play you. But I can't play you."
3. "You're actually a pretty good defender. You are.... just for the other team."
2. "You will be rewarded if you accept responsibility and become a man."
1. "Answer me this question. Why'd you make that pass? Shut up! Shut up! Shut the F@#% up!"
1A. "You might just be the first Mother F%*@er that I actually hit! You might!.... Just don't tell anybody about this because I could lose my job."
Usually Top 10 Lists only include ten items, but I couldn't cheat you out of that bonus quote which was too classic to leave out. I hope you enjoyed because I certainly did. Even though we didn't have our own gym to call home.
Do you think Dick Vitale has the ability to speak quietly if he enters a library or attends a funeral? I can picture Dicky V. giving a eulogy right now, "Mary Smith R.I.P. Baby! She was a P-T-P'er! We grew up together! I've known her since she was a Diaper Dandy Baby! I just feel so fortunate to be here today! Where's Bilas and Digger?!"
Do you think Tim Tebow will have a similar draft day to how Brady Quinn's day turned out? If you don't remember, Quinn was the only player left in the green room as the picks kept passing him by.... pick after pick after pick. It became so uncomfortable to watch that Quinn and his girlfriend had to be brought to a different room until the Cleveland Browns finally called his number. How did that pick work out for you Cleveland? Ouch.
I think Tebow won't even be invited to the "green room" because they don't believe he'll go in the first or maybe even the second round. I think that's a shame. Maybe Tebow will just skip the draft and do something else on that day..... like build a church, give another speech to prisoners at a local jail, or even head back to the Philippines and circumcise more children. What a guy!
How many relationships have ended due to fantasy sports? Maybe I don't want to know that number. Check out YouTube (Ryan Shibley) for my "Sports Sketch Live" segment about how I feel towards people that play fantasy sports.
If I swam and ate like Michael Phelps.... I would crap in the pool.
Since Peyton Manning is such a great product pitch-man, and his brother's name is Eli, I'd like to see him dress up like Daniel Day-Lewis from the movie "There Will Be Blood" and tell the Giants' QB.... "I'm not trying to sell you oil Eli"!
Why hasn't there been one of those "Coaches" Coors Lite commercials made with the old video footage of Bobby Knight displaying his version of a "game face"? Oh the possibilities!
Taking a page out of 49ers head coach Mike Singletary's book, I'd like to hear about more head coaches dropping their pants at half-time to make a statement. Maybe more haven't done it because they've soiled them through the first half of the game? Or, maybe some of them are going commando and not wearing any? Hmmm.... something to think about..... if you don't plan on sleeping tonight.
Do you think Roger Clemens will continue to lie through his teeth with no apparent conscience? I wonder if he'll soon deny the fact that he ever even played in Toronto.
I'd like to see an NFL team move their franchise to Mexico City and see if that works. Hey, if Toronto can have their own CFL team and still have the Buffalo Bills play a game up there each year, then why not give the Mexicans some futbol Americano to cheer for? I think the Oakland Raiders should give it a try because playing in the U.S. isn't working for them.
For the 2010 NFL playoffs, can we please please PLEASE have Joe Namath as a sideline reporter? Just make sure he visits a luxury suite at least 2 hours before the game in case he is thirsty.
I'd like to go shopping with TNT sideline reporter Craig Sager and see where he buys his suits. That way, in case I'm ever stumped for what to get for a Halloween costume, I'll always know where to go.
I can't get into the NHL because I can't pronounce any player's name. Once again watch "Sports Sketch Live" on YouTube for more on that issue.
What will happen first on Saturday for the New York Jets, QB Mark Sanchez will inhale another sideline hot dog as if he wants to enter Coney Island's "Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest", or coach Rex Ryan will call all Jets season ticket holders' voice mails and leave a message saying he'd really appreciate if they made the trip to Cincinnati to support the team?
NFL PLAYOFF PICKS! (Get your money out and bets made)
1. Green Bay Packers over the Arizona Cardinals. Arizona had their dream playoff run last year, but this year they will come up a little short in the first round. The Packers have played great in the second half of the season and they crushed the Cards in last week's regular season finale. The Packers want to face the Favre-led Vikings later on in the playoffs, and to make that a possibility, they'll get a win in the desert tomorrow.
2. Dallas Cowboys over the Philadelphia Eagles. It won't be as much of a blowout as last week's game, but the Cowboys will handle the Eagles will ease. Tony Romo will get his first playoff win, coach Wade Phillips will get the fans and media off his back for another week, and owner Jerry Jones will get another victory plastic surgery job! For the Eagles' McNabb and Andy Reid, things won't be pretty come Sunday morning's newspaper headlines. But what else is new?
3. New England Patriots over the Baltimore Ravens. Even though the Pats will be without the services of WR Wes Welker, I simply can't pick against them. Any team led by Brady and Belichick gets my nod, especially when they are playing at home. The Pats are 8-0 this year at home and have never lost a home playoff game during the Belichick/Brady era. The Ravens have a formidable defense, but I don't think their offense packs enough punch to bring them to the next round.
4. Cincinnati Bengals over the New York Jets. This is the toughest game to pick I feel. Yes the Jets absolutely destroyed the Bengals last week, but this game will be different in a few ways. First of all, the game is in Cincinnati as opposed to last week. Second, Bengals QB Carson Palmer won't play as bad as he did last week.... either will Ochostinko for that matter. And anytime a rookie QB (Mark Sanchez) plays in his first playoff game, especially a game on the road, you know that things won't be smooth. The Bengals have been searching for a playoff win for a long long time now, and tomorrow, I think they'll finally get it. At least I really hope they do!
TOP 10 LIST: The Top 10 Quotes I've Ever Heard Shouted From A College Basketball Coach I Know.... And May Or May Not Have Played For.
10. "There's not a definite chance, but there's a pretty good chance you won't play the rest of the season."
9. "You have the basketball IQ of a f@#%ing ant!"
8. "How bad are you? No really, how bad are you?"
7. "On the line you Mother F%*@ers!"
6. "That was an abortion of a shot."
5. "F%*@ you Bird.... white ball!"
4. "How can I play you? I want to play you. But I can't play you."
3. "You're actually a pretty good defender. You are.... just for the other team."
2. "You will be rewarded if you accept responsibility and become a man."
1. "Answer me this question. Why'd you make that pass? Shut up! Shut up! Shut the F@#% up!"
1A. "You might just be the first Mother F%*@er that I actually hit! You might!.... Just don't tell anybody about this because I could lose my job."
Usually Top 10 Lists only include ten items, but I couldn't cheat you out of that bonus quote which was too classic to leave out. I hope you enjoyed because I certainly did. Even though we didn't have our own gym to call home.
Some annoying terrorists..... and more Random Sports Thoughts!
By: Ryan Shibley (As Always)
So the Nigerian terrorist who tried to blow up that airplane over Detroit on Christmas Day pleaded Not Guilty today..... I'd really love to hear his defense. Let me guess, someone else put those explosives in his underwear and he never felt it there before? And then he was trying to light a meaningless match (which you can't do on airplanes) and he caught fire? All just a misunderstanding I guess. Sure, I believe him. He seems like a nice, honest, young man.
I heard that the trial for Khalid Sheik Mohammad (or something like that), who was the mastermind behind the September 11th terror attacks, will cost on average about $200 million a year. I just can't fathom that it's worth it, especially when lower Manhattan is going to be a circus and potential terror target again. So, how about one of those nice Military Tribunals? Or, we could just give him the same justice that his homeland would give him and he'll be walking around without a head sometime soon. I say either one is fine with me!
The Kansas City Chiefs just hired former Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis as their offensive coordinator.... a job that he does best (3 Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots). Now a few years ago it looked like the Los Angeles Dodgers were becoming Red Sox West with all of the former Sox players playing out there. Now it seems like the Kansas City Chiefs are becoming Patriots Central. So far they took Scott Pioli (Director of Player Personnel), Matt Cassel (QB), Mike Vrabel (LB), and Charlie Weis (Offensive Coordinator) who were former Pats. But as long as the Patriots keep the "Killer B's" around (Brady & Belichick).... all Patriots fans will be very happy.
Gilbert Arenas was suspended indefinitely by the NBA for "not being fit to take the court". Sure he's very fit and athletic, but he's not mentally fit. After all the media attention that came from the whole "gun episode" with his teammate, Gilbert then had the bright idea to mock the whole situation by using his thumb and index finger to pretend he was holding a gun while on the court. Some people will never learn..... BANG BANG!
Being a Florida Gators fan, I was thrilled to watch the BCS Championship game last night between Texas and Alabama and realize that Bama's title will forever be clouded by the fact that they didn't take Texas' best shot. That couldn't happen when Texas' "All Everything" QB, Colt McCoy, was knocked out of the game on the first drive. He was replaced by a backup QB who immediately looked lost and may have even crapped his pants. The backup, Garrett Gilbert, ended up redeeming himself by playing well down the stretch, but the damage was already done. So sure, Bama can celebrate this championship, but there will always be a little asterisk next to it in my eyes. And many many other people feel the same way. Plus, Nick Saban is a jerk who doesn't know how to have fun.... a good coach though.
Tom Brady won the NFL "Comeback Player of the Year Award". Good for him. I hope he leads the Patriots to another Super Bowl title. And if he needs me to look after his wife Giselle during the games.... I can certainly do that for him.
Congrats to the Cornell Men's Basketball team who almost beat Number 1 Kansas in Lawrence the other night. They only lost by 5 points and were leading for most of the game. Who says wicked smaht (Boston accent) kids can't play with the big boys too? Princeton used to be able to put up good fights against top tier teams with their backdoor cuts, but I think Cornell is just using the Quadratic Equation. Perhaps this year the Ivy League will be well represented come Big Dance time!
Mark McGwire just became the St. Louis Cardinals' new hitting coach. Cardinals' Manager Tony La Russa even said that he may use McGwire as a pinch-hitter come August 31st. Is that when McGwire's new cycle of steroids gets delivered through the mail?
Funniest story going! The Oakland Raiders told former QB Rich Gannon that "they didn't need his help" when Gannon reached out to the team a couple days ago. In fact, the Raiders told Gannon that he was the one that "needed help". Maybe they thought he was trying to move furniture all by himself or something. It's extra funny coming from a team that has lost 11 or more games in each of the last 7 seasons.... an NFL record. And with all their struggles at the QB position.... they really couldn't use the advice of a former great quarterback? JUST LOSE BABY! (Al Davis, you are an idiot and need to be removed from the franchise as quickly as possible).
Eric Mangini was given another year to prove himself as the coach of the Cleveland Browns. He finished last season with 4 wins in a row..... but he also charged a player $1,700 dollars for not paying for a bottle of water that the player took from a hotel room. I wonder if next year will be as strange as this year in Cleveland? Players beware! Always bring your own snacks on road trips..... unless you enjoy pissing away money. Literally.
Seattle Seahawks' coach Jim Mora got fired today and there are rumors that he'll be replaced by USC coach Pete Carroll. I know nothing compares to the NFL, but Pete Carroll is a Football God in Los Angeles! And there is no NFL team there to draw fans away from the college game. So he should really think it over before he makes the jump back to the NFL where he hasn't had much success (See Jets and Patriots).
NFL Playoff picks coming later tonight!
So the Nigerian terrorist who tried to blow up that airplane over Detroit on Christmas Day pleaded Not Guilty today..... I'd really love to hear his defense. Let me guess, someone else put those explosives in his underwear and he never felt it there before? And then he was trying to light a meaningless match (which you can't do on airplanes) and he caught fire? All just a misunderstanding I guess. Sure, I believe him. He seems like a nice, honest, young man.
I heard that the trial for Khalid Sheik Mohammad (or something like that), who was the mastermind behind the September 11th terror attacks, will cost on average about $200 million a year. I just can't fathom that it's worth it, especially when lower Manhattan is going to be a circus and potential terror target again. So, how about one of those nice Military Tribunals? Or, we could just give him the same justice that his homeland would give him and he'll be walking around without a head sometime soon. I say either one is fine with me!
The Kansas City Chiefs just hired former Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis as their offensive coordinator.... a job that he does best (3 Super Bowl titles with the New England Patriots). Now a few years ago it looked like the Los Angeles Dodgers were becoming Red Sox West with all of the former Sox players playing out there. Now it seems like the Kansas City Chiefs are becoming Patriots Central. So far they took Scott Pioli (Director of Player Personnel), Matt Cassel (QB), Mike Vrabel (LB), and Charlie Weis (Offensive Coordinator) who were former Pats. But as long as the Patriots keep the "Killer B's" around (Brady & Belichick).... all Patriots fans will be very happy.
Gilbert Arenas was suspended indefinitely by the NBA for "not being fit to take the court". Sure he's very fit and athletic, but he's not mentally fit. After all the media attention that came from the whole "gun episode" with his teammate, Gilbert then had the bright idea to mock the whole situation by using his thumb and index finger to pretend he was holding a gun while on the court. Some people will never learn..... BANG BANG!
Being a Florida Gators fan, I was thrilled to watch the BCS Championship game last night between Texas and Alabama and realize that Bama's title will forever be clouded by the fact that they didn't take Texas' best shot. That couldn't happen when Texas' "All Everything" QB, Colt McCoy, was knocked out of the game on the first drive. He was replaced by a backup QB who immediately looked lost and may have even crapped his pants. The backup, Garrett Gilbert, ended up redeeming himself by playing well down the stretch, but the damage was already done. So sure, Bama can celebrate this championship, but there will always be a little asterisk next to it in my eyes. And many many other people feel the same way. Plus, Nick Saban is a jerk who doesn't know how to have fun.... a good coach though.
Tom Brady won the NFL "Comeback Player of the Year Award". Good for him. I hope he leads the Patriots to another Super Bowl title. And if he needs me to look after his wife Giselle during the games.... I can certainly do that for him.
Congrats to the Cornell Men's Basketball team who almost beat Number 1 Kansas in Lawrence the other night. They only lost by 5 points and were leading for most of the game. Who says wicked smaht (Boston accent) kids can't play with the big boys too? Princeton used to be able to put up good fights against top tier teams with their backdoor cuts, but I think Cornell is just using the Quadratic Equation. Perhaps this year the Ivy League will be well represented come Big Dance time!
Mark McGwire just became the St. Louis Cardinals' new hitting coach. Cardinals' Manager Tony La Russa even said that he may use McGwire as a pinch-hitter come August 31st. Is that when McGwire's new cycle of steroids gets delivered through the mail?
Funniest story going! The Oakland Raiders told former QB Rich Gannon that "they didn't need his help" when Gannon reached out to the team a couple days ago. In fact, the Raiders told Gannon that he was the one that "needed help". Maybe they thought he was trying to move furniture all by himself or something. It's extra funny coming from a team that has lost 11 or more games in each of the last 7 seasons.... an NFL record. And with all their struggles at the QB position.... they really couldn't use the advice of a former great quarterback? JUST LOSE BABY! (Al Davis, you are an idiot and need to be removed from the franchise as quickly as possible).
Eric Mangini was given another year to prove himself as the coach of the Cleveland Browns. He finished last season with 4 wins in a row..... but he also charged a player $1,700 dollars for not paying for a bottle of water that the player took from a hotel room. I wonder if next year will be as strange as this year in Cleveland? Players beware! Always bring your own snacks on road trips..... unless you enjoy pissing away money. Literally.
Seattle Seahawks' coach Jim Mora got fired today and there are rumors that he'll be replaced by USC coach Pete Carroll. I know nothing compares to the NFL, but Pete Carroll is a Football God in Los Angeles! And there is no NFL team there to draw fans away from the college game. So he should really think it over before he makes the jump back to the NFL where he hasn't had much success (See Jets and Patriots).
NFL Playoff picks coming later tonight!
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Tiger's on the Safari!..... and ESPN 3D?
Just two quick notes....
The more I hear about the Tiger Woods fallout, the more I hear that he likes to have rough sex. Is that why he's currently rumored to be in Africa on a Safari? He's certainly sure to find what he's looking for there. Wouldn't it be ironic if he ends up getting killed by a TIGER while on the prowl though?
ESPN announced that it is developing a network in 3D. So instead of referring to Yankees' third-baseman as A-Rod, do we now have to refer to him as Avatar-Rod? Steroids really worked well for him so I can only imagine how he'll do in 3D action!
The more I hear about the Tiger Woods fallout, the more I hear that he likes to have rough sex. Is that why he's currently rumored to be in Africa on a Safari? He's certainly sure to find what he's looking for there. Wouldn't it be ironic if he ends up getting killed by a TIGER while on the prowl though?
ESPN announced that it is developing a network in 3D. So instead of referring to Yankees' third-baseman as A-Rod, do we now have to refer to him as Avatar-Rod? Steroids really worked well for him so I can only imagine how he'll do in 3D action!
That's WAC!..... a Top Ten List.... and some Random Thoughts
Boise State finishes the season 14-0 after defeating TCU in the Fiesta Bowl last night. Yet they won't get the chance to take on the winner of Texas vs. Alabama. That's WAC! (Western Athletic Conference)
I have an idea, what if Boise State writes to the BCS and promises that if they are given one more game to decide the true national champ..... they'll agree to run a trick play once every four downs. There is nothing better than seeing the Broncos play like a Pop Warner football team and throw out all the sneaky plays. Opposing teams even know to watch out for these plays yet they still can't stop them. In the 4th quarter of last night's game, with the score notched at 10 a piece and the Broncos facing a 4th down, they decided to do the 'ol "fake-punt pass" and it worked like a charm right down the middle of the field.
So I won't be the first one to start chanting it.... and I'm sure there will be others that follow..... "ONE MORE GAME....... ONE MORE GAME....... ONE MORE GAME!!!"
TOP TEN LIST: The Top 10 Signs Americans Are Becoming Overweight
(So get out there and lose some weight in 2010, would ya?!)
10. You can now super-size a happy meal.
9. Jared Fogle (a.k.a. The Subway Sandwich Guy) has replaced Tom Brady in popularity.
8. Food Network's "Ace of Cakes" and TLC's "Cake Boss" are the 2 most watched shows in the country.
7. People believe 2 hours of Twittering a day will help burn calories.
6. Pavlov's theory of ringing a bell to make a dog salivate now works with Americans and the Ice Cream Man.
5. Dunkin' Donuts can no longer use the phrase "America Runs On Dunkin" because Americans aren't exercising at all.
4. "Extreme Make-Over Home Edition" has now been replaced by "Extreme Make-Over Weight Addition."
3. XXL is the new Medium.
2. The company "Snickers" had to change it's slogan from "Hungry? Why wait? Grab a Snickers" to "We know you're always hungry.... please only grab one."
1. The skinny kid is now the last kid picked on a dodge ball team.
Random Thoughts:
What is the team morale like of the Washington Generals who continuously get their butts handed to the by the Harlem Globetrotters?
If NFL teams have to fill a quota by interviewing a wide-range of candidates so that they don't look like they discriminate, what exactly does that mean? Does that mean the Washington Redskins (even though they are clearly leaning towards Mike Shanahan) have to interview a Black candidate, Woman candidate, Asian candidate, Gay & Lesbian candidate, Blind candidate, Deaf candidate, Mexican candidate, Amish candidate, Jewish candidate, Teenage candidate, Small Person candidate and more? The list can go on and on..... so when does the madness stop?
If Raiders' owner Al Davis ends up firing coach Tom Cable in the next few days, I wonder if Cable will then momentarily lose his mind and slug Davis in the face just like he did with other colleagues.
Does Cal Ripken Jr. ever take a day off in retirement? Is he as tough at home as he was on the ball field? Part of me wishes that when he stubs his toe around the house he'll then hop around whimpering saying things like, "Oh God why?! I can't go on! I'm cashing it in! Somebody, anybody help me!"
One of my college basketball coaches always told me that I had the basketball IQ of an ant. I'd love to actually see an ant try and play basketball.
Can we please stop calling people athletes who engage in activities like Golf, Nascar, Billiards or Bowling? These are not sports, so they should not be called athletes. These activities show that you have a skill, not that you are athletic. When you can be considered a professional golfer at the age of 50 or 60, then that means that Golf is not a sport. Sorry guys.
Can the next "Real Housewives" show please take place in Flint, Michigan? That.... I would watch.
On next year's Monday Night Football broadcasts, I would love to see one of the players say that they graduated from "The" University of Phoenix On-Line instead of "The" Ohio State University.
Why is the College World Series held in Omaha, Nebraska? They couldn't find a more exciting place to play these games?
I can't understand a word that comes out of Lou Holtz's mouth anymore. And on that topic, whose idea was it to allow Dick Clark to continue to host the New Year's Eve celebration. I'm all for giving older people still a spot to shine, especially if they are coming back from a stroke or another health set-back, but I couldn't understand a word that came out of his mouth and it was really uncomfortable listening and watching him. He looked like he was propped up on his chair and moved around like he was a puppet.
If there is a Senior PGA Tour, then how about a Senior NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL Tour? I'd actually like to watch that..... maybe just for a few minutes until the injuries became too much to handle.
Time to go play a little basketball myself!
I have an idea, what if Boise State writes to the BCS and promises that if they are given one more game to decide the true national champ..... they'll agree to run a trick play once every four downs. There is nothing better than seeing the Broncos play like a Pop Warner football team and throw out all the sneaky plays. Opposing teams even know to watch out for these plays yet they still can't stop them. In the 4th quarter of last night's game, with the score notched at 10 a piece and the Broncos facing a 4th down, they decided to do the 'ol "fake-punt pass" and it worked like a charm right down the middle of the field.
So I won't be the first one to start chanting it.... and I'm sure there will be others that follow..... "ONE MORE GAME....... ONE MORE GAME....... ONE MORE GAME!!!"
TOP TEN LIST: The Top 10 Signs Americans Are Becoming Overweight
(So get out there and lose some weight in 2010, would ya?!)
10. You can now super-size a happy meal.
9. Jared Fogle (a.k.a. The Subway Sandwich Guy) has replaced Tom Brady in popularity.
8. Food Network's "Ace of Cakes" and TLC's "Cake Boss" are the 2 most watched shows in the country.
7. People believe 2 hours of Twittering a day will help burn calories.
6. Pavlov's theory of ringing a bell to make a dog salivate now works with Americans and the Ice Cream Man.
5. Dunkin' Donuts can no longer use the phrase "America Runs On Dunkin" because Americans aren't exercising at all.
4. "Extreme Make-Over Home Edition" has now been replaced by "Extreme Make-Over Weight Addition."
3. XXL is the new Medium.
2. The company "Snickers" had to change it's slogan from "Hungry? Why wait? Grab a Snickers" to "We know you're always hungry.... please only grab one."
1. The skinny kid is now the last kid picked on a dodge ball team.
Random Thoughts:
What is the team morale like of the Washington Generals who continuously get their butts handed to the by the Harlem Globetrotters?
If NFL teams have to fill a quota by interviewing a wide-range of candidates so that they don't look like they discriminate, what exactly does that mean? Does that mean the Washington Redskins (even though they are clearly leaning towards Mike Shanahan) have to interview a Black candidate, Woman candidate, Asian candidate, Gay & Lesbian candidate, Blind candidate, Deaf candidate, Mexican candidate, Amish candidate, Jewish candidate, Teenage candidate, Small Person candidate and more? The list can go on and on..... so when does the madness stop?
If Raiders' owner Al Davis ends up firing coach Tom Cable in the next few days, I wonder if Cable will then momentarily lose his mind and slug Davis in the face just like he did with other colleagues.
Does Cal Ripken Jr. ever take a day off in retirement? Is he as tough at home as he was on the ball field? Part of me wishes that when he stubs his toe around the house he'll then hop around whimpering saying things like, "Oh God why?! I can't go on! I'm cashing it in! Somebody, anybody help me!"
One of my college basketball coaches always told me that I had the basketball IQ of an ant. I'd love to actually see an ant try and play basketball.
Can we please stop calling people athletes who engage in activities like Golf, Nascar, Billiards or Bowling? These are not sports, so they should not be called athletes. These activities show that you have a skill, not that you are athletic. When you can be considered a professional golfer at the age of 50 or 60, then that means that Golf is not a sport. Sorry guys.
Can the next "Real Housewives" show please take place in Flint, Michigan? That.... I would watch.
On next year's Monday Night Football broadcasts, I would love to see one of the players say that they graduated from "The" University of Phoenix On-Line instead of "The" Ohio State University.
Why is the College World Series held in Omaha, Nebraska? They couldn't find a more exciting place to play these games?
I can't understand a word that comes out of Lou Holtz's mouth anymore. And on that topic, whose idea was it to allow Dick Clark to continue to host the New Year's Eve celebration. I'm all for giving older people still a spot to shine, especially if they are coming back from a stroke or another health set-back, but I couldn't understand a word that came out of his mouth and it was really uncomfortable listening and watching him. He looked like he was propped up on his chair and moved around like he was a puppet.
If there is a Senior PGA Tour, then how about a Senior NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL Tour? I'd actually like to watch that..... maybe just for a few minutes until the injuries became too much to handle.
Time to go play a little basketball myself!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Give me back Wes Welker.... or Give me Death!
By: Ryan Shibley
There are players that you can't afford to lose come playoff time.... and then there are PLAYERS that you CAN'T AFFORD to LOSE come PLAYOFF TIME!!!
Wes Welker is one of those players. Talk about taking a kick to the nuts right before the most important part of the season.... well that's what the Patriots just endured on Sunday. Next to Brady, Welker is the most important offensive player the Pats have. Everyone knows Randy Moss is the big-play threat, but Welker is the man who marches the Patriots down field every week. He repeatedly goes for 10 receptions or more a game. Welker is as tough of a player as you can find around the NFL and he will be sorely missed. The only thing us Pats fans can hope for now is that Welker's replacement (Julian Edelman) has watched and learned a thing or two from Wes and can really contribute. He has the break-away speed to be effective, but can he be as clutch as Welker has been in big games?
Normally I don't like to toot my own horn when it comes to making NFL picks, but maybe I need to give Vegas a ring every now and then. I went 7-1 yesterday with the only loss credited to my beloved New England Patriots..... which I clearly blame on the emotional hit to the Pats' psyche after losing Welker early in the game.
With 4 huge playoff games coming up this weekend, I'll be consulting my crystal ball (espn.com) and making my picks sometime either Friday or Saturday morning. So those of you who are going to place huge money bets off of the NFL intelligence that I spew.... hold your horses and wait til the end of the week. I need to become a sponge over the next few days and take in as much in-depth info as I can in order to make as accurate picks as possible. And if anyone actually wins some money after consulting my picks (especially my brother Jesse), I expect at least a 20 % cut. Hey, if managers and agents can take that out of my pay check..... then I certainly need to return the favor.
For anyone who plans on watching the Fiesta Bowl tonight featuring undefeated Boise State and TCU..... enjoy the "NIT" of college football national championships. It's a real shame that one of these teams is going to finish the season undefeated, yet not have a chance to be crowned a true national champ. It will never make any sense to most of us and it once again shows that there needs to be a playoff system in college football. Whether that be 16 teams, 12 teams, or even 8 teams..... there needs to be something. Auburn got screwed a few years back after finishing the season 13-0, and now tonight will showcase a 2nd screw job! It should be an entertaining game featuring TCU's crushing defense against Boise State's high-octane offense. Regardless of who wins, I just want to see some more trick plays. Anytime Boise State plays in a bowl game, you never know if you're going to see another "Statue of Liberty" or "Flea Flicker" or even a "Triple Reverse"..... now if we could only reverse the current BCS system.
So long for now....
There are players that you can't afford to lose come playoff time.... and then there are PLAYERS that you CAN'T AFFORD to LOSE come PLAYOFF TIME!!!
Wes Welker is one of those players. Talk about taking a kick to the nuts right before the most important part of the season.... well that's what the Patriots just endured on Sunday. Next to Brady, Welker is the most important offensive player the Pats have. Everyone knows Randy Moss is the big-play threat, but Welker is the man who marches the Patriots down field every week. He repeatedly goes for 10 receptions or more a game. Welker is as tough of a player as you can find around the NFL and he will be sorely missed. The only thing us Pats fans can hope for now is that Welker's replacement (Julian Edelman) has watched and learned a thing or two from Wes and can really contribute. He has the break-away speed to be effective, but can he be as clutch as Welker has been in big games?
Normally I don't like to toot my own horn when it comes to making NFL picks, but maybe I need to give Vegas a ring every now and then. I went 7-1 yesterday with the only loss credited to my beloved New England Patriots..... which I clearly blame on the emotional hit to the Pats' psyche after losing Welker early in the game.
With 4 huge playoff games coming up this weekend, I'll be consulting my crystal ball (espn.com) and making my picks sometime either Friday or Saturday morning. So those of you who are going to place huge money bets off of the NFL intelligence that I spew.... hold your horses and wait til the end of the week. I need to become a sponge over the next few days and take in as much in-depth info as I can in order to make as accurate picks as possible. And if anyone actually wins some money after consulting my picks (especially my brother Jesse), I expect at least a 20 % cut. Hey, if managers and agents can take that out of my pay check..... then I certainly need to return the favor.
For anyone who plans on watching the Fiesta Bowl tonight featuring undefeated Boise State and TCU..... enjoy the "NIT" of college football national championships. It's a real shame that one of these teams is going to finish the season undefeated, yet not have a chance to be crowned a true national champ. It will never make any sense to most of us and it once again shows that there needs to be a playoff system in college football. Whether that be 16 teams, 12 teams, or even 8 teams..... there needs to be something. Auburn got screwed a few years back after finishing the season 13-0, and now tonight will showcase a 2nd screw job! It should be an entertaining game featuring TCU's crushing defense against Boise State's high-octane offense. Regardless of who wins, I just want to see some more trick plays. Anytime Boise State plays in a bowl game, you never know if you're going to see another "Statue of Liberty" or "Flea Flicker" or even a "Triple Reverse"..... now if we could only reverse the current BCS system.
So long for now....
Sunday, January 3, 2010
NFL Week 17 Predictions, a Top Ten List, and a couple of pro-athlete idiots...
By: Ryan Shibley
Let me first start off by saying that the Toronto Raptors should just forfeit the rest of their games this season and hope and pray that they get the Number 1 pick in the NBA Draft. Why am I saying this you ask? Especially since if the season ended today, the Raptors would be the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference. Well I'm saying this because last night Toronto lost to the Boston Celtics who were without Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Rajon Rondo. So, if you can't beat the Celtics minus their best three players, then how do you plan to compete with them when they are at full strength? The Celtics didn't even have a true point guard last night! When quality minutes were given to J.R. Giddens and Tony Allen..... and the Raptors couldn't capitalize on that.... then Canada's only NBA team has a lot of problems. So again I say this, the Raptors should tank the rest of the season and pray that they can select Kentucky's John Wall with the number one pick.
So the Philadelphia Eagles recently gave Michael Con-Vick their teams "Courage Award" for the 2009 season even though there were many other viable candidates. First of all, let us not forget that Vick was in prison for almost 2 years (although it should have been 20 in my eyes) for running a dog fighting operation. He used to kill dogs, shoot dogs, hang dogs, drown dogs, electrocute dogs, and body slam dogs that were no longer useful to him. Now since unfortunately the law doesn't allow the same treatment to Vick, he was just sent to do some "hard time" with society's other delinquents. After receiving the team's "Courage Award", Vick said something along the lines of, "I don't think many people could have done what I've done this year. Not many people could have walked in my shoes." Well guess what Vick, not many people WOULD have done what you did. Not many people WOULD ever walk in your shoes because most people have a conscience...... and you my idiot wildcat QB.... do not have one. Say hello to your brother Marcus for me as well..... I'm sure he's up to no good at the moment. But then again, anything he's doing at the moment is better than killing dogs.
Washington Wizards sharp-shooter Gilbert Arenas (a.k.a. Agent 0) and teammate Javaris Crittenton recently drew guns on each other after a confrontation over one of Agent Zero's gambling debts. As if the NBA didn't have enough of an image problem. Now they have teammates drawing guns on each other as if it's just an everyday argument. It seems like Agent Zero is just becoming a complete Zero nowadays. And what is this Agent Zero crap all about anyways? It seems like he'd rather be an FBI Agent instead of an NBA baller with all the weapons he's carrying around. Rumor has it that Arenas also placed several guns on Crittenton's lawn in an apparent move to send a message. What message is that? That he has enough money to buy some guns and then is stupid enough to leave them on a teammate's lawn out in the open? And the NBA wonders why the average fan has a hard time connecting with its athletes.
So Florida Gator's Tim Tebow and Coach Urban Meyer certainly finished off the season strong as they crushed the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Sugar Bowl. Tebow finished with 533 yards of total offense while throwing 3 TDs and rushing for another. I'd say that's a pretty nice way to finish off a phenomenal college career consisting of 2 National Championships, a Heisman Trophy, and a 35-6 record as a starter. Sure, the Gators had hoped Tebow's senior season in Gainesville would have ended in dream fashion with another national championship against Texas..... but you can't win everything. I'd say overall, the Gators have done quite well for themselves over the last 4 years. It'll be tough to see Tebow leave the college game behind, but I will be looking forward to seeing if he can make it in the NFL..... if of course, some team will give him a chance to play. Belichick take note.
NFL Week 17 Predictions:
Pittsburgh Steelers over the Miami Dolphins. Even though the Steelers chances of making it to the playoffs are slim, I just can't see them losing this game when everything is on the line. Sure, they slipped up earlier on in the season, but they've looked strong the last 2 weeks and they are still the Champs. Sorry Dolphin Wildcat, this week you'll be taking a backseat to the heart of a champion.
Minnesota Vikings over the New York Giants. I can't see Favre and the Vikings playing another bad week before the playoffs..... but I can see the Giants coming out with little emotion since they don't really have anything to play for.
New England Patriots over the Houston Texans. The Patriots are the better team in every possible way. Since they still plan to play their starters even though they've wrapped up the AFC East and a first-round home playoff game..... I'd give them the edge. But then again, don't sleep on the Texans who next year will finally make the playoffs.
Green Bay Packers over the Arizona Cardinals. Let's face it, the Cards already wrapped up a playoff spot a few weeks ago and they don't really turn on their game until the playoffs anyway. QB Kurt Warner has the ability to be the best player on the field, and he also has the ability to look no better than a high school QB at times. I know the Cards are hoping that the NFL-Warner shows up come playoff time like he did last year.
Baltimore Ravens over the Oakland Raiders. The Ravens control their own playoff destiny with a win against the Ray-Das. And with a defense that is always solid, I don't see the Ravens screwing up this opportunity to make it back to the playoffs. The Raiders have definitely proven this year that they are capable of knocking off some top-tier teams, but they've also demonstrated (like last week) that they can lose to some awful teams as well. Al Davis' famous line "Just Win Baby"..... will have to wait another year.
Dallas Cowboys over the Philadelphia Eagles. This is not an easy game to pick, but I think Romo and the gang will add another late season victory to their resume. This game is huge with the winner likely to wrap up the number 2 seed in the NFC playoff picture. I'm not necessarily saying that the Cowboys will go far in the playoffs, but at least they can keep their negative fans off their backs for another week.
Kansas City Chiefs over the Denver Broncos. This is my surprise pick as you can probably tell. A lot has changed since the Broncos started off the season 6-0 and had a three game division lead on the San Diego Chargers. Head Coach Josh McDaniels and WR Brandon Marshall are still not on the same page and this could be the disgruntled WR's final game as a Bronco. In a season that started off rocky, then looked very smooth for awhile, will finish in the dumps as they'll miss the playoffs. Good for the Chiefs though who could use another solid victory to build some momentum for next year.
And finally. New York Jets over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Jets also control their playoff destiny with a win over the Bengals who already have locked up a spot. I think the Bengals are going to rest their starters.... at least for the second half. And with a big win at Indy last week, the Jets will look to keep the momentum going with a win and a trip to the playoffs. Where they'll hopefully run into the Patriots and get obliterated in Foxboro next weekend. Sorry Jets fans, but your big-mouthed and big-bellied coach has made one too many comments this season for my liking.
Top 10 List: The Top 10 Rejected NCAA College Basketball Mascots
10. Virginia Tech Hokie Pokies and Turn Yourself Around
9. William & Mary (Plus 8)
8. Sacred Heart Attack
7. Arkansas Hairy Backs
6. Marshall Thundering Turds
5. Providence Medium Friars, a Cheeseburger and a Pepsi
4. Nebraska Porn Huskers
3. Wisconsin Badges.... we don't need no badges.... we don't need no stinkin' badges
2. Indiana Hoosier Daddys
1. South Carolina Lame Cocks
Let me first start off by saying that the Toronto Raptors should just forfeit the rest of their games this season and hope and pray that they get the Number 1 pick in the NBA Draft. Why am I saying this you ask? Especially since if the season ended today, the Raptors would be the 6th seed in the Eastern Conference. Well I'm saying this because last night Toronto lost to the Boston Celtics who were without Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Rajon Rondo. So, if you can't beat the Celtics minus their best three players, then how do you plan to compete with them when they are at full strength? The Celtics didn't even have a true point guard last night! When quality minutes were given to J.R. Giddens and Tony Allen..... and the Raptors couldn't capitalize on that.... then Canada's only NBA team has a lot of problems. So again I say this, the Raptors should tank the rest of the season and pray that they can select Kentucky's John Wall with the number one pick.
So the Philadelphia Eagles recently gave Michael Con-Vick their teams "Courage Award" for the 2009 season even though there were many other viable candidates. First of all, let us not forget that Vick was in prison for almost 2 years (although it should have been 20 in my eyes) for running a dog fighting operation. He used to kill dogs, shoot dogs, hang dogs, drown dogs, electrocute dogs, and body slam dogs that were no longer useful to him. Now since unfortunately the law doesn't allow the same treatment to Vick, he was just sent to do some "hard time" with society's other delinquents. After receiving the team's "Courage Award", Vick said something along the lines of, "I don't think many people could have done what I've done this year. Not many people could have walked in my shoes." Well guess what Vick, not many people WOULD have done what you did. Not many people WOULD ever walk in your shoes because most people have a conscience...... and you my idiot wildcat QB.... do not have one. Say hello to your brother Marcus for me as well..... I'm sure he's up to no good at the moment. But then again, anything he's doing at the moment is better than killing dogs.
Washington Wizards sharp-shooter Gilbert Arenas (a.k.a. Agent 0) and teammate Javaris Crittenton recently drew guns on each other after a confrontation over one of Agent Zero's gambling debts. As if the NBA didn't have enough of an image problem. Now they have teammates drawing guns on each other as if it's just an everyday argument. It seems like Agent Zero is just becoming a complete Zero nowadays. And what is this Agent Zero crap all about anyways? It seems like he'd rather be an FBI Agent instead of an NBA baller with all the weapons he's carrying around. Rumor has it that Arenas also placed several guns on Crittenton's lawn in an apparent move to send a message. What message is that? That he has enough money to buy some guns and then is stupid enough to leave them on a teammate's lawn out in the open? And the NBA wonders why the average fan has a hard time connecting with its athletes.
So Florida Gator's Tim Tebow and Coach Urban Meyer certainly finished off the season strong as they crushed the Cincinnati Bearcats in the Sugar Bowl. Tebow finished with 533 yards of total offense while throwing 3 TDs and rushing for another. I'd say that's a pretty nice way to finish off a phenomenal college career consisting of 2 National Championships, a Heisman Trophy, and a 35-6 record as a starter. Sure, the Gators had hoped Tebow's senior season in Gainesville would have ended in dream fashion with another national championship against Texas..... but you can't win everything. I'd say overall, the Gators have done quite well for themselves over the last 4 years. It'll be tough to see Tebow leave the college game behind, but I will be looking forward to seeing if he can make it in the NFL..... if of course, some team will give him a chance to play. Belichick take note.
NFL Week 17 Predictions:
Pittsburgh Steelers over the Miami Dolphins. Even though the Steelers chances of making it to the playoffs are slim, I just can't see them losing this game when everything is on the line. Sure, they slipped up earlier on in the season, but they've looked strong the last 2 weeks and they are still the Champs. Sorry Dolphin Wildcat, this week you'll be taking a backseat to the heart of a champion.
Minnesota Vikings over the New York Giants. I can't see Favre and the Vikings playing another bad week before the playoffs..... but I can see the Giants coming out with little emotion since they don't really have anything to play for.
New England Patriots over the Houston Texans. The Patriots are the better team in every possible way. Since they still plan to play their starters even though they've wrapped up the AFC East and a first-round home playoff game..... I'd give them the edge. But then again, don't sleep on the Texans who next year will finally make the playoffs.
Green Bay Packers over the Arizona Cardinals. Let's face it, the Cards already wrapped up a playoff spot a few weeks ago and they don't really turn on their game until the playoffs anyway. QB Kurt Warner has the ability to be the best player on the field, and he also has the ability to look no better than a high school QB at times. I know the Cards are hoping that the NFL-Warner shows up come playoff time like he did last year.
Baltimore Ravens over the Oakland Raiders. The Ravens control their own playoff destiny with a win against the Ray-Das. And with a defense that is always solid, I don't see the Ravens screwing up this opportunity to make it back to the playoffs. The Raiders have definitely proven this year that they are capable of knocking off some top-tier teams, but they've also demonstrated (like last week) that they can lose to some awful teams as well. Al Davis' famous line "Just Win Baby"..... will have to wait another year.
Dallas Cowboys over the Philadelphia Eagles. This is not an easy game to pick, but I think Romo and the gang will add another late season victory to their resume. This game is huge with the winner likely to wrap up the number 2 seed in the NFC playoff picture. I'm not necessarily saying that the Cowboys will go far in the playoffs, but at least they can keep their negative fans off their backs for another week.
Kansas City Chiefs over the Denver Broncos. This is my surprise pick as you can probably tell. A lot has changed since the Broncos started off the season 6-0 and had a three game division lead on the San Diego Chargers. Head Coach Josh McDaniels and WR Brandon Marshall are still not on the same page and this could be the disgruntled WR's final game as a Bronco. In a season that started off rocky, then looked very smooth for awhile, will finish in the dumps as they'll miss the playoffs. Good for the Chiefs though who could use another solid victory to build some momentum for next year.
And finally. New York Jets over the Cincinnati Bengals. The Jets also control their playoff destiny with a win over the Bengals who already have locked up a spot. I think the Bengals are going to rest their starters.... at least for the second half. And with a big win at Indy last week, the Jets will look to keep the momentum going with a win and a trip to the playoffs. Where they'll hopefully run into the Patriots and get obliterated in Foxboro next weekend. Sorry Jets fans, but your big-mouthed and big-bellied coach has made one too many comments this season for my liking.
Top 10 List: The Top 10 Rejected NCAA College Basketball Mascots
10. Virginia Tech Hokie Pokies and Turn Yourself Around
9. William & Mary (Plus 8)
8. Sacred Heart Attack
7. Arkansas Hairy Backs
6. Marshall Thundering Turds
5. Providence Medium Friars, a Cheeseburger and a Pepsi
4. Nebraska Porn Huskers
3. Wisconsin Badges.... we don't need no badges.... we don't need no stinkin' badges
2. Indiana Hoosier Daddys
1. South Carolina Lame Cocks
Friday, January 1, 2010
Good-bye to 2009.... Hello to our viewers!
By: Ryan Shibley
It's now 2010 which means we need to say good-bye to all the important sports-related topics of 2009..... except for you Tiger, you aren't going away anytime soon. By the way, how are your teeth doing after Elin hit you with the 9-iron? I heard you've been hiding out in Phoenix getting your face repaired. But since you only care about yourself.... I'm sure we'll see you back for The Masters.
Will people please stop idolizing professional athletes. Most of them just aren't good people. (See Brett Favre).
Is anyone else praying to the sports gods that the Green Bay Packers will meet and beat the Favre-led Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs? Then we'll get to see Favre crying again (hopefully for a final time) and then he can focus on those stupid Wrangler Jean commercials where a bunch of grown men pretend like they're playing football in the mud.
Congrats to the champions in 2009. Even though I'll always cheer for the New England Patriots, the Pittsburgh Steelers get a tip of my cap to winning their 6th Super Bowl title in dramatic fashion. The Steelers organization has the most Super Bowl titles in league history.
Congrats to the Florida Gators to winning their 2nd National Title in 3 years with Tim Tebow and Urban Meyer at the helm. The Gators certainly started off 2009 so much better than how they ended it. Early 2009 they win a second championship..... End of 2009 they lose to Alabama in the SEC Championship, Urban Meyer decides he needs time off because of health reasons, and Tim Tebow only has one game left in a Gators uniform. Ouch! Although I love the Gators, it hasn't been an easy couple of weeks. Lets hope they crush Cincinnati tonight in their bowl game and give both Tebow and Meyer a proper send off. It just won't be the same watching Tebow as a backup QB for an NFL team like the Bills or Jaguars. Hey, maybe the Patriots will pick him up because he's Tim Tebow and can help out in numerous ways.... even if that means keeping Randy Moss in line and providing spiritual leadership to all the prison inmates in the New England area.
Congrats to the North Carolina Tar Heels for winning their 2nd National Title since 2005. Coach Roy Williams is quickly becoming even more of a thorn in Duke's Coach K's butt! Williams is only one championship behind Coach K now and the Tar Heels routinely have better recruiting classes now. Although, Duke has a tough team this year and wouldn't be surprised if they make their first Final 4 since 2004.
It's not easy for me to congratulate the Los Angeles Lakers on their NBA Title, due to the fact that I am a big Boston Celtics fan. But I will say that Kobe deserved to win a title without that slob of a big man Shaq around. When all is said and done, Kobe will go down as one of the NBA's top 10 players of all time. Where as Shaq will go down as one of the most annoying (yet dominant) centers of all time. Is anyone else sick of him becoming a deputy sheriff in every damn city he plays for? The guy is a phony who should worry more about his weight than his rapping ability and law enforcement tactics. So congrats to the Lakers...... but not to you Pau Gasol or Sasha Vu-ya-chek..... you two are too irritating to watch. I would love a NBA Finals rematch this year between the Celtics and Lakers just so that Rajon Rondo can close-line Sasha like he did to Brad Miller last year in the playoffs.
And worse than congratulating the Lakers on a championship.... is congratulating the New York Yankees on their championship. You guessed it! Yes, I'm a Boston Red Sox fan as well. So for those of you who plan on reading this sports blog every now and then..... I'll let you in on a little secret right now. When it comes to teams I cheer for, I'll always be biased towards the Patriots, Celtics, Red Sox, and Gators. And I don't plan on changing..... because I don't consider myself an objective journalist. So again, congrats to the Spankees for winning the World Series with a team that SHOULD have won the World Series. With that big of a payroll and that many all-stars on your team...... it's a shame if you don't win every year. Red Sox in 2010! And if they can't match the outcome of 2004 and 2007, then lets hope the Chicago Cubbies can win one after a 102 year drought!
Wow! First Blog done and I feel like I can already write on a few more topics.
More to come in the following days and weeks and months.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It's now 2010 which means we need to say good-bye to all the important sports-related topics of 2009..... except for you Tiger, you aren't going away anytime soon. By the way, how are your teeth doing after Elin hit you with the 9-iron? I heard you've been hiding out in Phoenix getting your face repaired. But since you only care about yourself.... I'm sure we'll see you back for The Masters.
Will people please stop idolizing professional athletes. Most of them just aren't good people. (See Brett Favre).
Is anyone else praying to the sports gods that the Green Bay Packers will meet and beat the Favre-led Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs? Then we'll get to see Favre crying again (hopefully for a final time) and then he can focus on those stupid Wrangler Jean commercials where a bunch of grown men pretend like they're playing football in the mud.
Congrats to the champions in 2009. Even though I'll always cheer for the New England Patriots, the Pittsburgh Steelers get a tip of my cap to winning their 6th Super Bowl title in dramatic fashion. The Steelers organization has the most Super Bowl titles in league history.
Congrats to the Florida Gators to winning their 2nd National Title in 3 years with Tim Tebow and Urban Meyer at the helm. The Gators certainly started off 2009 so much better than how they ended it. Early 2009 they win a second championship..... End of 2009 they lose to Alabama in the SEC Championship, Urban Meyer decides he needs time off because of health reasons, and Tim Tebow only has one game left in a Gators uniform. Ouch! Although I love the Gators, it hasn't been an easy couple of weeks. Lets hope they crush Cincinnati tonight in their bowl game and give both Tebow and Meyer a proper send off. It just won't be the same watching Tebow as a backup QB for an NFL team like the Bills or Jaguars. Hey, maybe the Patriots will pick him up because he's Tim Tebow and can help out in numerous ways.... even if that means keeping Randy Moss in line and providing spiritual leadership to all the prison inmates in the New England area.
Congrats to the North Carolina Tar Heels for winning their 2nd National Title since 2005. Coach Roy Williams is quickly becoming even more of a thorn in Duke's Coach K's butt! Williams is only one championship behind Coach K now and the Tar Heels routinely have better recruiting classes now. Although, Duke has a tough team this year and wouldn't be surprised if they make their first Final 4 since 2004.
It's not easy for me to congratulate the Los Angeles Lakers on their NBA Title, due to the fact that I am a big Boston Celtics fan. But I will say that Kobe deserved to win a title without that slob of a big man Shaq around. When all is said and done, Kobe will go down as one of the NBA's top 10 players of all time. Where as Shaq will go down as one of the most annoying (yet dominant) centers of all time. Is anyone else sick of him becoming a deputy sheriff in every damn city he plays for? The guy is a phony who should worry more about his weight than his rapping ability and law enforcement tactics. So congrats to the Lakers...... but not to you Pau Gasol or Sasha Vu-ya-chek..... you two are too irritating to watch. I would love a NBA Finals rematch this year between the Celtics and Lakers just so that Rajon Rondo can close-line Sasha like he did to Brad Miller last year in the playoffs.
And worse than congratulating the Lakers on a championship.... is congratulating the New York Yankees on their championship. You guessed it! Yes, I'm a Boston Red Sox fan as well. So for those of you who plan on reading this sports blog every now and then..... I'll let you in on a little secret right now. When it comes to teams I cheer for, I'll always be biased towards the Patriots, Celtics, Red Sox, and Gators. And I don't plan on changing..... because I don't consider myself an objective journalist. So again, congrats to the Spankees for winning the World Series with a team that SHOULD have won the World Series. With that big of a payroll and that many all-stars on your team...... it's a shame if you don't win every year. Red Sox in 2010! And if they can't match the outcome of 2004 and 2007, then lets hope the Chicago Cubbies can win one after a 102 year drought!
Wow! First Blog done and I feel like I can already write on a few more topics.
More to come in the following days and weeks and months.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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