Lots of transfer talk right now involving Manchester United managerial candidates. It's becoming increasing clear that whatever Louis van Gaal is doing, it's not working. It almost seems like he's just living on his past reputation right now. United's recent struggles have led the club to escalate talk with Pep Guardiola's camp. At the same time, another one of Van Gaal's … [Read more...] about United to guarantee Giggs he inherits LVG’s job says Mirror
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Oakland Raiders vs Denver Broncos Game Preview
Looks like the postseason is just a pipe dream for the Oakland Raiders in 2015, and a loss Sunday means it's time to start looking ahead to 2016. For the Denver Broncos, Peyton Manning is out and Brock Osweiler is probable. Does that mean it's Trevor Siemian time? The Raiders are playing this weekend to show many strides they've actually taken this season. The Broncos are … [Read more...] about Oakland Raiders vs Denver Broncos Game Preview
Derrick Rose says he’s done with the mask, old haircut
Derrick Rose is back to his old self; it seems. From an exterior standpoint- he's back. The mask and fro look are now kaput. Whether or not he regains the explosiveness and production that he once had is a different story that we'll have for another space and time. … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose says he’s done with the mask, old haircut
Pep Guardiola to Man United talk escalating, says ESPN FC
It is believed that Louis van Gaal will fulfill his three year contract at Manchester United, and then ride off into the sunset. He will keep his retirement promise. Does Pep Guardiola then step in and become boss at Old Trafford? What about Ryan Giggs? We've heard numerous times that the job will belong to Giggs once Van Gaal retires. (Update: Mirror claims that United are … [Read more...] about Pep Guardiola to Man United talk escalating, says ESPN FC
Future Illini basketball games in Chicago still TBD
The story of Illini basketball, during this past decade or so, would make a perfect ESPN Films 30 for 30. “What if I told you, this team was just two Luther Head three-point field goals away from winning a national title?” Hard to believe that was just ten years ago. … [Read more...] about Future Illini basketball games in Chicago still TBD
Van Gaal seat warms after yet another United failure
With Manchester United crashing out of Champions League this week, the realization that the Louis van Gaal regime seems to mostly be a failure is truly driven home. If you didn't hold that belief already, then today's disaster probably placed you in this group. Even with all the injuries, losing 2-1 to Bournemouth is never acceptable. Ever. Van Gaal has been handed £285 … [Read more...] about Van Gaal seat warms after yet another United failure
Buffalo Bills “glory years” profiled in next 30 for 30
(UPDATE: here's our detailed review of Four Falls of Buffalo) Just like we wrote in our preview and review of "Chasing Tyson," '90s nostalgia is HUGE right now and the ESPN Films 30 for 30 series are capitalizing on that. Up next are the Buffalo Bills, a quintessential 90s team that became an analogy/metaphor/simile/punchline for second place. In the 90s, the Buffalo Bills … [Read more...] about Buffalo Bills “glory years” profiled in next 30 for 30
Ryan Giggs to manage Swansea rumors gather steam
Who will succeed Louis van Gaal as Manchester United manager? Well, there's been links Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti and Ryan Giggs among others. That last name intrigues us the most as Giggs' name keeps coming up as a potential successor to Garry Monk at Swansea. This narrative is starting to take off; so much so that Van Gaal was asked about it in his press conference … [Read more...] about Ryan Giggs to manage Swansea rumors gather steam
Steelers’ Mike Tomlin: Benefits of Aggressive Play-calling
It's 2015. Life is moving quickly, and attention spans are shortening. “Give me interesting, enthralling content, and give it to me now.” This is the mindset that much of the populace has adopted. You see people scrolling and scrolling through social media sites, ignoring most posts that require more than a few seconds of their attention. Many people won’t watch a video … [Read more...] about Steelers’ Mike Tomlin: Benefits of Aggressive Play-calling
Very cool Harry Kane, Spurs training video released
This week, Tottenham Hotspur posted a really cool behind the scenes video of their training sessions! Check out Erik Lamela, Harry Kane and the rest of the team getting ready for the next fixture. Also, the footage is set to a phat dance beat, kind of a cross between Eiffel '65 and Daft Punk. Perfect sound track for watching Harry Kane do his thing. … [Read more...] about Very cool Harry Kane, Spurs training video released