The Chicago Bears are last in the NFL in run defense surrendering 157 yards per game. It is the worst run defense for the Chicago Bears since the 1950s. This D has given up 2,041 yards rushing this season, through 13 games, to "earn" that 32nd ranking. That equals 1.16 miles. When you put it that way, it really doesn't like that much does it? If you say "the Chicago Bears … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears have given up 1.16 miles of rush yardage this season
Jay Cutler: three games to prove long term worth
Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has declared he's riding with Jay Cutler Sunday versus the Cleveland Browns. In doing so, he's sending Josh McCown and his hot hand to the bench. When you bench the reigning NFC player of the week for a guy who has performed rather mediocre this season, you're definitely saying something about who the franchise is. Or who you think the … [Read more...] about Jay Cutler: three games to prove long term worth
David Moyes backlash is very strong on the internet
David Moyes is certainly a man under fire these days. Moyes has managed a Manchester United team that is 9 points behind first Arsenal and winless in their last four. Moyes is getting the brunt of the blame for the Red Devils problems, although the midfield has certainly been criticized quite a bit as well. Heading into the next Premier League match versus Aston Villa, David … [Read more...] about David Moyes backlash is very strong on the internet
Four people stabbed outside Denver Broncos game
Another instance of serious violence at a NFL game. Stabbings occurred in a parking lot after the Denver Broncos lost to the San Diego Chargers tonight. Denver police report that they have suspects in custody after four people were stabbed near Sports Authority Field at Mile High after Thursday night's Denver Broncos game. One of the stabbing victims, according to KUSA … [Read more...] about Four people stabbed outside Denver Broncos game
A.J. McCarron says Mrs. Nick Saban won’t let him leave Bama for UT
So Mack Brown is resigning his post at Texas. We know that. Now we hear that Nick Saban will be his successor. Then we hear that Nick Saban is staying at Alabama. And then after that we here Nick Saban is undecided. So it's all speculation at this point. No one really knows. We do know that Saban's contract extension has been sitting on his desk unsigned his Friday. And … [Read more...] about A.J. McCarron says Mrs. Nick Saban won’t let him leave Bama for UT
Heisman Candidate Jordan Lynch mistaken for coach by MAC Journalist
I guess starting at quarterback in the Orange Bowl and finishing 7th in Heisman Trophy voting still doesn't make you recognizable upon sight...even among the specific media who cover your exact conference. Or it's just one member of the MAC media corps who is pretty bad at his job. At Mid American Conference Media Day, the reporter in question thought Northern Illinois … [Read more...] about Heisman Candidate Jordan Lynch mistaken for coach by MAC Journalist
Pro Jordan Lynch, NIU zealot LASHES OUT
I've complained a lot about how the Jordan Lynch, and NIU Huskies football pieces I've written are total page views death. Jordan Lynch is awesome college football player, and NIU is a really solid program, the Midwestern Boise State. It's just that people don't care. Well I was wrong, because this commenter REALLY CARES. Why else would he take all the time to craft a … [Read more...] about Pro Jordan Lynch, NIU zealot LASHES OUT
TRADE: Chicago Cubs exchange obscure guy for mediocre journeyman
The Chicago Cubs today acquired outfielder Justin Ruggiano from the Miami Marlins for outfielder Brian Bogusevic. Ruggiano spent five major league seasons with Tampa Bay (2007-08, 2011) and Miami (2012-13), batting .251 (228-for-907) with 49 doubles, 37 home runs and 109 RBI in 317 games. In the last two seasons with Miami, the right-handed hitter has combined to record 41 … [Read more...] about TRADE: Chicago Cubs exchange obscure guy for mediocre journeyman
How and why of the NFL long hair craze
I’m not particularly religious. It may seem blasphemous to some, but the NFL is the closest thing my family has to spiritual devotion. For years we’ve congregated into my living room to watch the Dallas Cowboys spread their message. I study every pass, tackle, and interception. I pray to the NFL gods for a win for the home team. They’re fickle bastards, so when the Cowboys lost … [Read more...] about How and why of the NFL long hair craze
David Moyes knows Manchester United has major room for improvement
"We all know we as a team have to improve if we are to keep progressing in the competition," said Manchester United Manager David Moyes. "We didn't play particularly well in the opening 30 minutes. We could have been fortunate still to be 0-0 but we played much better in the second half," he continued. Despite United topping their Champions League group after the 1-0 win … [Read more...] about David Moyes knows Manchester United has major room for improvement