The Chicago Bears season ended for all purpose with the injury to Jay Cutler in week 11. The Green Bay Packers ended the pathetic Bears season in a practical sense on Sunday night of Christmas Day. It ends officially and mercifully (and believe me I mean mercifully, because when you live in Chicago, people DO NOT SHUT UP ABOUT THE BEARS EVER) on Sunday. But Sunday night's … [Read more...] about Packers Fan Uses SNF vs Bears to Get Revenge on Ex-Boyfriend (Video)
Archives for December 2011
Drew Brees Breaks NFL Single Season Passing Record
The pigskin has been flying all over the place this fall as the NFL single season mark of 5,084 passing yards, set by the Miami Dolphins' Dan Marino in 1984, is no more. New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, the pride of Purdue Boilermakers football, is the new king of the air attack. The record stood for 27 years. Brees did it in the second half versus the rival Atlanta Falcons … [Read more...] about Drew Brees Breaks NFL Single Season Passing Record
Vikings Expect Adrian Peterson Back for 2012 Opener
The Minnesota Vikings fully expect their franchise running back Adrian Peterson to be 100% recovered from the two torn ligaments in his left knee by the the 2012 season rolls around. Peterson tore both his ACL and MCL when he was hit in the side of the knee by Washington Redskins safety DeJon Gomes in Saturday's 33-26 win at Washington. Yes, I know that was just BRUTAL to … [Read more...] about Vikings Expect Adrian Peterson Back for 2012 Opener
Chicago Cubs Sign ex-Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher Andy Sonnanstine
Chicago Cubs and right-handed pitcher Andy Sonnanstine have agreed to terms on a non-guaranteed split contract for the 2012 season, which means he'll make more if he makes the major league team. Sonnanstine has pitched all or part of the last five seasons with the Tampa Bay Rays (2007-11) and has been utilized as both a starting pitcher (80 starts) and a reliever (52 relief … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Sign ex-Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher Andy Sonnanstine
NFL’s Best at Every Offensive Position
With one week left to go in regular season play, fans usually fall into one of two categories at this juncture. There is either increased intensity because of an imminent postseason run, or there is a malaise due to unmet expectations. The fantasy component or monetary wagers can assist in making the games relevant for some. I have decided to hand out my honors a week … [Read more...] about NFL’s Best at Every Offensive Position
Best Playoff Match-ups for Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions are in the NFL playoffs for the first time this millennium. This is a remarkable accomplishment considering the team was winless just three seasons ago. The absence of Matt Millen in the front office certainly has expedited the process of turning the culture of the organization around. While it’s certain that the club will play in the wild card round, the … [Read more...] about Best Playoff Match-ups for Detroit Lions
Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings: Many Happy Returns Edition
Since Christmas fell on a Sunday this year, today is a day NO ONE is at work. There's no Federal services, no trading on the stock market this Monday. It's December 26th, so if you're a mindless-zombie-worker bee-corporate drone-lemming, I know exactly where you are today- at the mall making your Christmas gift returns. (Remember to take the receipts!) I'm guessing I know … [Read more...] about Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings: Many Happy Returns Edition
Notre Dame is Now Eric Atkins’ Team
Notre Dame sophomore guard Eric Atkins has been the alpha for ND this season, especially since Abto went down for the season with a ACL injury. Today he was named a captain along with forwards Tim Abromaitis and Purdue transfer Scott Martin for the remainder of the 2011-12 season. … [Read more...] about Notre Dame is Now Eric Atkins’ Team
NBA Western Conference Predictions
While the Eastern Conference seems to be a two or three team race, the Western Conference is pretty wide open as six or seven teams have a realistic chance of advancing to the NBA Finals. Here are my Western Conference predictions. … [Read more...] about NBA Western Conference Predictions
Who will Break Dan Marino’s Passing Record Next Week?
The NFL has certainly gone out of the way in recent years to emphasize the passing game. Numerous rule changes and rule tweaks have changed the game, enabling passers to put up big numbers and let offenses score at will. As a result, quarterbacks are the highest paid NFL players, with those most entrusted in protecting the QB's blind side (left tackles) and those with the … [Read more...] about Who will Break Dan Marino’s Passing Record Next Week?