Terms like “old school” get tossed around too much. Had you tuned in any college football game in the past four years and you would have heard this phrase to describe Tim Tebow. But this doesn’t do justice to some of the guys who played the game before Tebow. We just lost one of the… Read More RIP, Tom Brookshier
There are several key storylines that all media outlets are required to discuss in the days leading up to the Super Bowl. Seriously, any media outlet, even penny-ante blogs, are required to cover the Manning family angle. Since the Colts have decided to employ a Manning, it is their fault we all have to live… Read More Why You Shouldn’t Cheer For…The Indianapolis Colts
While it may be January, in Minnesota that means Twins Fest, a weekend in the dead of winter dedicated to the fans of the Minnesota 9. It also means it is time for my annual “Why isn’t Bert Blyleven in the Hall of Fame?” rant. Granted, outside of Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau, the Twins roster isn’t exactly a cavalcade… Read More My Annual Bert Blyleven Rant and My Solution (The Bert Blyleven Drinking Game)
Simply stated, their owner Tom Benson is completely insane. What else explains a guy who insists on carrying an umbrella in a fucking dome?
First of all, it is time to stop blaming this guy. Yeah, his playoff record sucks. Yeah, he missed three kicks. That ignores the fact that true championship teams usually don’t need three kicks – true championship teams will convert at least one of those opportunities into a touchdowns. True championship teams don’t usually find… Read More Open Letter to San Diego Charger Fans: Norv is a Four-Letter Word
First, you must view the video concerning Colts fans’ new source of identity; “The Shoe.” I guess I should be encouraging Captain Dreadlock to crawl out of his bong long enough to post it, but it is soooooo lame I’m amazed it wasn’t done by a Viking fan. In short, in order to celebrate Indianapolis’ Super… Read More Why You Shouldn’t Cheer For…The Indianapolis Colts
A season summed up in a single picture. A season that ends like so many other for Vikings fans, in utter disappointment. I really didn’t want it to end like this for you. Seriously, as a Philadelphia Eagle fan, I haven’t had an NFL Championship in my lifetime, in fact since the Vikings even existed.… Read More Open Letter to Minnesota Viking Fans: Are You Ready to Accept Reality Yet?
As mentioned yesterday, since my Eagles’ playoff run enjoyed Dallas nearly as much as JFK, between now and Super Sunday I will be listing reasons not to care which of the contestants prevails. Today, the New Orleans Saints. Archie Manning, amongst other things, is the elder statesman of the the franchise, largely for his year… Read More Why You Shouldn’t Cheer For…The New Orleans Saints
With two weeks until the Super Bowl, it’s time somebody pointed out why nobody should root for either of these teams. Today’s reason concerns the Indianapolis Colts, more specifically the judgement of their quarterback. Now, I understand the nature of the “contractually obligated appearance,” but one really needs to exercise some judgement in this area.… Read More Why You Shouldn’t Cheer For…The Indianapolis Colts
Now that 2009 is in the books, it is time to recognize some truly great achievements in the world of sport that may otherwise go unnoticed. With that, I give you the 2009 Dubsy Awards. The Mickey Klutts Award for Unfortunate Naming It is bad enough to be accused of being a male hiding in… Read More The 2009 Dubsy Awards
1) San Diego Chargers Why They Can Win: They are playing the best football at the right time. This also may be the most complete and balanced team in the playoffs. Why They Can’t Win: The Charger offense likely can’t survive a bad-weather game if they have to face one. Odds of Winning: 2… Read More The NFL Playoffs – The Definitive Oddsmaker’s View
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