Leicester City's Jamie Vardy scored at 24' versus Manchester United to make history today. That's 11 consecutive games with a goal for Vardy; breaking the record previously held by Man United legend and current ESPN pundit Ruud van Nistelroy. His goal put the Foxes up 1-0, and Bastian Schweinsteiger later equalized for United on the stroke of halftime. … [Read more...] about Ruud van Nistelroy congratulated Jamie Vardy on Instagram
Archives for November 2015
Pat Fitzgerald calls out Playoff Committee, Stanford ranking
It certainly bothers Northwestern Coach Pat Fitzgerald that Stanford, a team NU beat 16-6 in the season opener, is ranked so much higher than his team is in the latest College Football Playoff ranking. To his point, NU did dominate that game, in a fashion that is not truly conveyed but the 16-6 final score. Both Stanford and NU are two loss teams so I would say that Fitzgerald … [Read more...] about Pat Fitzgerald calls out Playoff Committee, Stanford ranking
Jeremy Langford personifies Chicago Bears rebuilding direction
Nelson Muntz once told Ned Flanders, after his trademark haw-haw, "your position has been usurped." The Simpsons grade school bully then added "that's right, I know what usurp means." The quotes certainly apply to the Chicago Bears starting running back situation where Jeremy Langford has usurped Matt Forte. The rookie from Michigan State, a mid-round pick that didn't enter … [Read more...] about Jeremy Langford personifies Chicago Bears rebuilding direction
Michigan State continues living in Athletics Golden Age
The Golden Age of Michigan State athletics continues as Tom Izzo achieved his 500th career win tonight over Boston College, by a resounding margin 99-68. As Tom Izzo further cemented his legacy, his star player had another career night. Denzel Valentine recorded his second career triple double as he finished with 29 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists. His 29 points matched a … [Read more...] about Michigan State continues living in Athletics Golden Age
Chip Kelly to USC would make a lot of sense
Chip Kelly has been to Disneyland. It's part of the itinerary for the Rose Bowl. Kelly has won a couple of those. Maybe Kelly is just in the Nick Saban, Steve Spurrier mold. His methods and tactics are ingenious in college, but easy to solve in the pros. When you lose 45-7 to the LOLions, and your seat was warming already to begin with...well, we can see where this might be … [Read more...] about Chip Kelly to USC would make a lot of sense
Tottenham receive backhanded compliment from Mourinho
The good news for Tottenham Hotspur fans is that their club is ripe for title contention. The conditions are quite favorable. The bad news for Spurs supporters is that their club has low expectations. The standards aren't very high. This according to Chelsea Manager Jose Mourinho; who almost never fails to entertain. … [Read more...] about Tottenham receive backhanded compliment from Mourinho
Arsene Wenger gushes over Jamie Vardy; recruiting tactic?
Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger gave big time praise Leicester City's Jamie Vardy just days before the Foxes striker strives for history. Last Saturday, Vardy matched Ruud van Nistelrooy's record of consecutive games with a goal, opening a 3–0 win over Newcastle United. Will Vardy break it versus Van Nistelrooy's former team Manchester United on Saturday? We'll see. In the … [Read more...] about Arsene Wenger gushes over Jamie Vardy; recruiting tactic?
#17 Northwestern football vs Illinois Game Preview, Prediction
#BecauseItsTheLOLHat Yes, the Land of Lincoln Hat, or the Land of Lincoln Trophy is on the line when #17 Northwestern football plays Illinois at Soldier Field for what is an Illini "home game." A season ending, rivalry trophy game with Illini bowl hopes potentially hanging in the balance. Hence the hockey style hashtag above. Expect hockey style in-game Tweets for this too. … [Read more...] about #17 Northwestern football vs Illinois Game Preview, Prediction