Don't be surprised if the Illini run the table the rest of the way. Even if they don't, already at 5-3, (3-2 in Big Ten) they have greatly improved upon last year's 3-9 mark and will likely make their way into a pretty decent bowl. This season is a pleasant surprise to say the least. The MVP of 2010 is probably newly installed defensive coordinator Vic Koenning. The Illini … [Read more...] about Illini Football Next Level Defenders: Corey Liuget and Martez Wilson
Vikings’ Childress not Letting Brett Favre be Brett Favre
Brett Favre is not currently having the season that Viking fans or Brad Childress had anticipated. After reaching the NFC title game last year against the New Orleans Saints, the Vikings have struggled thus far- amassing a record of 2-5 through the first seven games. Only the Dallas Cowboys have been more disappointing to this point. The Vikings went into New England yesterday … [Read more...] about Vikings’ Childress not Letting Brett Favre be Brett Favre
Randy Moss Waived by Vikings (Podcast)
The Minnesota Vikings have waived Randy Moss and The Backdoor Cut breaks down what happened with the Moss-Vikings relationship, what's next for Moss and the Vikings, and how fans are reacting to the news that Moss is no longer with the team. … [Read more...] about Randy Moss Waived by Vikings (Podcast)
Stafford Thrusts New Life Into Detroit
Calvin Johnson caught three touchdown passes for the first time in his young but illustrious career. He was close to having four, but Matthew Stafford was intercepted in the corner of the end zone during the first half going for broke. Calvin Johnson plays the wide receiver position with reckless abandon, much like Adrian Peterson does at running back. It is simply a matter of … [Read more...] about Stafford Thrusts New Life Into Detroit
Vikings Release Randy Moss, New England Patriots Doing Fine Without him
Yesterday, Randy Moss echoed the sentiments of '80s trash metal band Cinderella: "You don't know what you got till it's gone." After his former team, the New England Patriots beat down and beat up his Minnesota Vikings 28-18, Moss told the press what a great Coach Bill Belichick is (uhm yeah, the sky is blue, water's wet...basic obvious truths here) and how much he misses … [Read more...] about Vikings Release Randy Moss, New England Patriots Doing Fine Without him
Detroit and Washington: Aficionados of the Two Point Conversion
Fans watch the NFL to see football played at the highest level in the world. Granted, only 42,329 attended the tilt between the Washington Redskins and Detroit Lions on Sunday, but they came for the aforementioned reason nonetheless. Calvin Johnson showed tremendous athleticism and Matthew Stafford made a triumphant return to Ford Field. Jim Schwartz and Mike Shanahan took a … [Read more...] about Detroit and Washington: Aficionados of the Two Point Conversion
Demi and Ashton Get Iowa Basketball into NCAA Trouble
The Todd Lickliter era hurt the state of Iowa hoops significantly. The Hawkeyes are expected to be a Big Ten doormat again this winter, but they did make a solid coaching hire in Fran McCaffery. The former leader of the Siena Saints built up that mid-major program, and it's expected he can make similar or better strides with the Hawkeye program. But first, he'll have another … [Read more...] about Demi and Ashton Get Iowa Basketball into NCAA Trouble
Durant, Thunder Among NBA’s Best
Do you think Sam Presti sends fruit baskets to the Portland Trail Blazers franchise on a weekly basis as a “thank you” for them passing on Kevin Durant and having him fall right into the Oklahoma City Thunder’s lap? OKC is rising up the ranks of the NBA and a sexy pick to de-throne the Lakers in the Western Conference. As long as they have Durant and an improving supporting … [Read more...] about Durant, Thunder Among NBA’s Best
99 in 99: #23 Gonzaga Bulldogs
The first nationally televised college basketball game is exactly one week from today. This week, most teams get on the court for exhibition play… a.k.a. beating up on some D-2 or D-3 school to knock the rust off your tires. (Unless of course you are Syracuse last year.) The fact that we are this close to the tip of the season makes me happier than Survivor cast members when … [Read more...] about 99 in 99: #23 Gonzaga Bulldogs
Green Bay Packers’ Defense A Pleasant Surprise in New York
The Green Bay Packers defied all odds on Sunday by coming out victorious in a hard-fought battle at the New Meadowlands Stadium. Packers' kicker Mason Crosby booted three field goals en route to a 9-0 victory. The New York Jets' defense was good, but not as good as their counterparts in the Packers' defense. The shut-out marked the first time the Packers have held an … [Read more...] about Green Bay Packers’ Defense A Pleasant Surprise in New York