I couldn't think of a more fitting title to this entry than is stated. There is still the big game to be played but finally.....FINALLY, we got there. The 80's babies who grew up in the whodat nation understand that we have witnessed every playoff appearance (all 7 of them), every division championship (4), and now a superbowl berth. This franchise is over 40 years old and to put it in perspective, 15 teams have never won a superbowl and only 5 had never been (Lions, Jaguars, Texans, Browns, Saints). With the exception of the Lions, the other teams have only been around for 15, 7, and 10 years respectively (original browns franchise is now the Baltimore Ravens). Ironically the saints first play ever was a kickoff returned for a td. Since then, there was a 21 year wait for a winning season as well as playoff berth, 90% chance the team would be moved to San Antonio after Katrina, if it weren't for the objection of then NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliube, no Hall of Fame players and quite possibly the worst derivation of a team name in pro sports (Aints). You can't win the championship if you never get there....we finally did. WHO DAT
I think it's ironic that the qb (Favre) with the most passing TDs ever and most interceptions ever is on the same team as the guy who leads the league in rushing since entering the NFL a few years ago but also has the most fumbles over that time span. They combined for 2 INT and 3 fumbles against the Saints.
Shout out...and by shout out I mean shaking my head....to 7'0 Greg Oden who thought it would a good idea to send a full nude body shot to a young lady...who in turn sold it to an internet site after they broke up.
Cyber Jesus (yes, that's a real person for the last time) passed along this video. Apparently, this video sums up the Vikings fans reaction during the play in which Brett thru that backbreaking 4th qtr interception (fyi: foul language)
I'm not promoting this website...but the song is stuck in my head. I figured I would attempt to make it stuck in yours as well.
2-0 in picks last week. We know who I'm rolling with for the superbowl but we'll get into that next week. It's Pro Bowl Time!! I'm picking the NFC for no particular reason at all.
1/25/10
1/15/10
Recipe For Greatness
As we prepare to watch who will make it to the Superbowl next weekend, I feel a breath of fresh air sweep over the story lines that were becoming mind-numbing to the nth degree over the past few weeks. The media outlets had all but written Indy/N.O. out of it because of their "struggles" and losses down the stretch. They were already crowning the 2 hottest teams (San Diego and Dallas) as representatives for their respective conferences in the superbowl. But, thanks to Minnesota and The J-E-T-S jets jets jets....it will be back to the drawing board for the bandwagon reporters.
Shout out to New Orleans for playing the "classy" card in signing Deuce McCallister to the roster for the playoffs. His contribution will be 0 on the field but with a possible superbowl run and a roster spot free, they decided to bring in a recent cornerstone in the franchise that has greatly contributed to the minimal success this franchise has seen.
Mark McGwire admitted to taking steroids during his playing career. This was about as shocking as if Wendy Williams came out and said she was a man.
Video of the Year in my opinion. I could no stop laughing at this but, now that I think about it, it could make horse racing a must watch if they implemented this as a legal tactic.
You knew I wasn't going to get out of here without shouting out Reggie for breaking out my dougie after making a couple cardinals defenders look silly.
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/09000d5d815c4616/Divisional-Can-t-Miss-Play-Racing-Reggie
Last Week: 2-2
Championship Weekend Picks:
Minnesota @ New Orleans
The reason why? New Orleans needs to bring a carbon copy blueprint to this game. Get pressure on an immobile qb and limit the big play to Favre's favorite reciever (Rice). Win the scoring battle with a 2 or 3:1 ratio in the first 4 possessions of both teams and it will be an uphill battle for Minnesota. This will be the first EVER game in N.O. that can send the Saints to the superbowl....I suggest you keep your tvs at a minimal volume level.
New York @ Indianapolis
The reason why? The cornerback, Revis, for the Jets can shut down any particular player on the field. In this game that will more than likely be Reggie Wayne. The only problem with that?, Peyton will throw to anybody with a pulse that is wearing a hoof on the side of their helmet. The Jets only hope is to run the ball effectively to keep the ball away from the Colts but ultimately I do not think they can score enough points to win this game.
Shout out to New Orleans for playing the "classy" card in signing Deuce McCallister to the roster for the playoffs. His contribution will be 0 on the field but with a possible superbowl run and a roster spot free, they decided to bring in a recent cornerstone in the franchise that has greatly contributed to the minimal success this franchise has seen.
Mark McGwire admitted to taking steroids during his playing career. This was about as shocking as if Wendy Williams came out and said she was a man.
Video of the Year in my opinion. I could no stop laughing at this but, now that I think about it, it could make horse racing a must watch if they implemented this as a legal tactic.
You knew I wasn't going to get out of here without shouting out Reggie for breaking out my dougie after making a couple cardinals defenders look silly.
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-cant-miss-plays/09000d5d815c4616/Divisional-Can-t-Miss-Play-Racing-Reggie
Last Week: 2-2
Championship Weekend Picks:
Minnesota @ New Orleans
The reason why? New Orleans needs to bring a carbon copy blueprint to this game. Get pressure on an immobile qb and limit the big play to Favre's favorite reciever (Rice). Win the scoring battle with a 2 or 3:1 ratio in the first 4 possessions of both teams and it will be an uphill battle for Minnesota. This will be the first EVER game in N.O. that can send the Saints to the superbowl....I suggest you keep your tvs at a minimal volume level.
New York @ Indianapolis
The reason why? The cornerback, Revis, for the Jets can shut down any particular player on the field. In this game that will more than likely be Reggie Wayne. The only problem with that?, Peyton will throw to anybody with a pulse that is wearing a hoof on the side of their helmet. The Jets only hope is to run the ball effectively to keep the ball away from the Colts but ultimately I do not think they can score enough points to win this game.
1/10/10
Countdown to Forever
Wild card weekend was definitely not one for the ages. 3/4 of the games played this weekend were over before they even started. Although I was wrong on just about all my picks for last weekend, the divisional rounds will feature (in my opinion, for what it's worth) the best matchups.
I turned on the Green Bay/Arizona game and a basketball game broke out. I've never seen a playoff game feature that much offense from both teams. One would forget that Green Bay HAD the #2 overall defense in the NFL this year behind the Jets.
I was called out about failing to mention how I did in my fantasy leagues this year. I participated in 4 yahoo leagues and 1 NFL league (I know I know). I did not make the playoffs in the NFL league and 1 yahoo league. I finished 4th, 2nd and 2nd in the others. Another digital trophy to add to the digital trophy case
Shout out to Cyber Jesus
I've seen quite a few names floating around the past couple of weeks that leads me to believe I need to list the inductees into the Tim Biakabutuka hall of names. Let's welcome in Roscoe Parrish, Knowshon Moreno, Richie Incognito, Cyril Obiozor, Atari Bigbi, D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Oshiomogho Atogwe, and Macho Harris. Shout out to Peerless Price while we're at it.
I'm on record as now being a fan of Steve Breaston for his endzone celebration (seen at the 30 second mark)
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a554b/Wild-Card-Steve-Breaston-highlights
Of course this is the reason why (seen at the 3 second mark)....and yes, that is THE original (dramatic pause) Razor...Ramon
You know you're a good shooter when this happens
I found this video funny. Willis Mcgahee was DE-TERMINED to get his endzone dance accomplished.
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a3593/McGahee-TD-rush
Divisional Playoff Picks:
NFC
Arizona @ New Orleans
Dallas @ Minnesota
AFC
Baltimore @ Indianapolis
New York (Jets) @ San Diego
Last Week:
1 - 3
I turned on the Green Bay/Arizona game and a basketball game broke out. I've never seen a playoff game feature that much offense from both teams. One would forget that Green Bay HAD the #2 overall defense in the NFL this year behind the Jets.
I was called out about failing to mention how I did in my fantasy leagues this year. I participated in 4 yahoo leagues and 1 NFL league (I know I know). I did not make the playoffs in the NFL league and 1 yahoo league. I finished 4th, 2nd and 2nd in the others. Another digital trophy to add to the digital trophy case
Shout out to Cyber Jesus
I've seen quite a few names floating around the past couple of weeks that leads me to believe I need to list the inductees into the Tim Biakabutuka hall of names. Let's welcome in Roscoe Parrish, Knowshon Moreno, Richie Incognito, Cyril Obiozor, Atari Bigbi, D'Brickashaw Ferguson, Oshiomogho Atogwe, and Macho Harris. Shout out to Peerless Price while we're at it.
I'm on record as now being a fan of Steve Breaston for his endzone celebration (seen at the 30 second mark)
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a554b/Wild-Card-Steve-Breaston-highlights
Of course this is the reason why (seen at the 3 second mark)....and yes, that is THE original (dramatic pause) Razor...Ramon
You know you're a good shooter when this happens
I found this video funny. Willis Mcgahee was DE-TERMINED to get his endzone dance accomplished.
http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlights/09000d5d815a3593/McGahee-TD-rush
Divisional Playoff Picks:
NFC
Arizona @ New Orleans
Dallas @ Minnesota
AFC
Baltimore @ Indianapolis
New York (Jets) @ San Diego
Last Week:
1 - 3
1/1/10
Returning For the 1st Time
It's 2010 if you didn't get the memo or hear the fireworks and random shots from firearms when the clock struck 12. This of course means nothing in the sports world as all champions crowned will still have some form of 2009 in the title. Took a week off from posting, if you were able to survive the seizure that caused, welcome back...if not, it is what it is. Enough small talk.
Let me give you this scenario that happened in the NBA recently and allow you to ponder it. Gilbert Arenas (making 16+ million) and Javaris Crittenton ("only" making about 1 million) are teammates for the Washington Wizards and gambling on a plane. JC leaves the game with Arenas owing him money. Arenas doesn't pay up so JC confronts him after a game. Arenas pulls a gun on him in the locker room and JC pulls one out in return.
Done pondering? I was left thinking: I could see this happening in corporate America over someone stealing food from the community refrigerator...I'm sure the Palace brawl that involved ron artest would've ended completely differently if this team was involved...After you draw guns on a teammate, do you still pass them the ball if they are open?
Is there nothing more annoying than the game switching from HD to non HD during the game?
I'm not sure I would like to be known as a Horned Frog (TCU) by any stretch of the imagination. This actually reminds me of when I was in high school and we went by the Doves. Luckily this was changed to the Lions by my junior year.
Apparently if you are within 7 yards of an incomplete pass during a football play, some excited announcer will say you ALMOST intercepted that ball.
I'll put it to you this way....when the other team reacts like this after a hit, it's probably not a good thing.
That play reminded me of the original "oh #@$#" play seen here in stunning vhs quality.
With that, I bid you all a Happy New Year as well as my picks for one of the top 3 weekends during the NFL season.
Wildcard Weekend Picks:
New York Jets @ Cincinnati Bengals
Baltimore Ravens @ New England Patriots
Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys
Green Bay Packers @ Arizon Cardinals
Last 2 Weeks (Week 17): 23-9
Overall Season: 172-84
Let me give you this scenario that happened in the NBA recently and allow you to ponder it. Gilbert Arenas (making 16+ million) and Javaris Crittenton ("only" making about 1 million) are teammates for the Washington Wizards and gambling on a plane. JC leaves the game with Arenas owing him money. Arenas doesn't pay up so JC confronts him after a game. Arenas pulls a gun on him in the locker room and JC pulls one out in return.
Done pondering? I was left thinking: I could see this happening in corporate America over someone stealing food from the community refrigerator...I'm sure the Palace brawl that involved ron artest would've ended completely differently if this team was involved...After you draw guns on a teammate, do you still pass them the ball if they are open?
Is there nothing more annoying than the game switching from HD to non HD during the game?
I'm not sure I would like to be known as a Horned Frog (TCU) by any stretch of the imagination. This actually reminds me of when I was in high school and we went by the Doves. Luckily this was changed to the Lions by my junior year.
Apparently if you are within 7 yards of an incomplete pass during a football play, some excited announcer will say you ALMOST intercepted that ball.
I'll put it to you this way....when the other team reacts like this after a hit, it's probably not a good thing.
That play reminded me of the original "oh #@$#" play seen here in stunning vhs quality.
With that, I bid you all a Happy New Year as well as my picks for one of the top 3 weekends during the NFL season.
Wildcard Weekend Picks:
New York Jets @ Cincinnati Bengals
Baltimore Ravens @ New England Patriots
Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys
Green Bay Packers @ Arizon Cardinals
Last 2 Weeks (Week 17): 23-9
Overall Season: 172-84
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