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Colts Lose Another Game-Changer in Austin Collie

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The Indianapolis Colts can't seem to catch a break on the injury front in 2010. The team's latest casualty is wide receiver Austin Collie, who on Wednesday was placed on injured reserve after suffering a concussion Sunday in the second quarter of the Colts' 34-24 win against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium. It was the third time this season that Collie was … [Read more...] about Colts Lose Another Game-Changer in Austin Collie

Breaking down the Science of Bears WR/RS Devin Hester (Video)

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We know that Chicago Bears return specialist Devin Hester is "ridiculous" when it comes to returning kicks. He broke the return touchdown record Monday night versus the Minnesota Vikings, and established himself as the greatest of all time in that particular endeavor. He also may be better at housing punt and kickoffs than anyone in history is at ever doing anything. I don't … [Read more...] about Breaking down the Science of Bears WR/RS Devin Hester (Video)

St. Louis Blues are Missing Shots and Missing them Badly

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Are you, my beautiful, loyal, faithful audience growing tired of reading my articles blaming the St. Louis Blues management?  If so, then definitely continue reading. I am going to place new blame on what is happening with the injury-riddled Bluenote.  Ready?  Here you go.  It’s their vision.  Yes, that’s right.  Eyes.  You know, those two balls (not those, you morons) … [Read more...] about St. Louis Blues are Missing Shots and Missing them Badly

NFL Week 16 Previews: AFC Games

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NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS @ BUFFALO BILLS New England is the 83 percent road favorite.  Tom Brady is projected for a solid game with 240 passing yards and just a 50 percent chance of throwing an INT.  The Patriots are heavy favorites because Benjarvus Green-Ellis and Danny Woodhead are both averaging over 5 ypc.  If Buffalo can intercept Brady at least once while holding the … [Read more...] about NFL Week 16 Previews: AFC Games

Other than a Favre-Crusher, Who is the Bears Corey Wootton?

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Before the Chicago Bears utterly demolished the Minnesota Vikings Monday night in the Ice World of Hoth that was TCF Bank Stadium, Chicago rookie defensive lineman Corey Wootton was pretty much an obscurity to NFL fans. After Wootton slammed Brett Favre to the turf, and ended the 41-year-old QB's night (and possible career) he instantly became much closer to one day becoming … [Read more...] about Other than a Favre-Crusher, Who is the Bears Corey Wootton?

Maaco Las Vegas Bowl is Actually Worthwhile

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Traditionally, college football bowls that take place before the new calendar year are frowned upon. In fact, recently even those that occur on the holiday for those nursing hangovers are seen as second rate-besides the Rose Bowl. Well, it’s time to further delve into the match-ups instead of just drinking the kool-aid that the establishment would like to serve us. Yahoo … [Read more...] about Maaco Las Vegas Bowl is Actually Worthwhile

Indianapolis Colts Achieve Normality through Abnormality

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And just like that, all is back to normal in the AFC South ... kinda. With their 34-24 win against Jacksonville on Sunday at Lucas Oil Stadium, the Indianapolis Colts improved to 8-6 and moved into a tie for first place in the division they have dominated for much of the last decade. Indianapolis now controls its own destiny for a ninth consecutive playoff berth. All … [Read more...] about Indianapolis Colts Achieve Normality through Abnormality

Chicago Cubs Announce Players Attending Fan Convention

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Chicago Cubs fans learned their next month at the 2011 Cubs Convention, as the Cubs today announced the first wave of attendees for the 26th annual gathering that takes place January 14-16, 2011 at the Hilton Chicago. It's a chance for MLB fans to welcome home Kerry Wood, spend time with future Hall of Famer Greg Maddux and say hello to newcomer Carlos Pena at his … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Announce Players Attending Fan Convention

Was Brett Favre’s Career Ended by Bears Rookie Corey Wootton?

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Last night Chicago Bears rookie Defensive End Corey Wootton ended Brett Favre's night by thunderously slamming the Minnesota Vikings 41-year-old quarterback to the ground during the second quarter. Favre's head injury and concussion like symptoms forced him out of the game and may have ended his NFL career too. To quote Comedy Central's Tosh.0, "and for that (Mr. Wootton) … [Read more...] about Was Brett Favre’s Career Ended by Bears Rookie Corey Wootton?