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Turnpike Throwdown Fantasy Football Special

Jeff and James talk up their sleepers, duds, and studs in this fantasy football special edition. 8_31_11 COMPRESSED FANTASY FOOTBALL Continue reading "Turnpike Throwdown Fantasy Football Special" »

check out my thoughts on the NBA for next season.... if there even is one

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Washington Football team NEED to get another mascot

It has been known for sometimes that the Washington football team's mascot(Redskins) is offensive and racist toward Native Americans. Some say its not offensive because it is just the name of a native american tribe. I am sorry to inform those people but that is horrible wrong. The Florida State... Continue reading "Washington Football team NEED to get another mascot" »

NFL's 130-day labor dispute is set to end

According to sources on both sides, the League’s owners and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) have reached an agreement on the remaining points needed in their 10-year labor deal. Despite the progress, the NFL lockout still continues until a majority of the NFL players vote on the new agreement. The... Continue reading "NFL's 130-day labor dispute is set to end" »

Will You Help the Poor NFL Players?

Since September 11, 2001, Americans have come together as never before in our generation. We have banded together to overcome adversity. We have weathered direct attacks on our own soil, wars overseas, corporate/government scandal, layoffs, unemployment, stock price plunges, droughts, fires, mad cow, SARS, high gasoline prices, and a myriad... Continue reading "Will You Help the Poor NFL Players?" »

2011 NFL draft in review: Cleveland Browns

The thing to remember about the 2011 Cleveland Browns class is not only did this team do a very good job drafting players; they also acquired a first and fourth round pick in next year's draft. That is a solid move moving back 21 spots in the first round and... Continue reading "2011 NFL draft in review: Cleveland Browns" »

NFL News: There Is Reason For Optimism On The Labor Front

The NFL's most prominent owners and Commissioner Roger Goodell have had several meetings recently with the players association representatives. These talks were not mandated by the courts. Both sides agreed to hold these talks (the fact that they are agreeing to anything is excellent news). According to several sources close... Continue reading "NFL News: There Is Reason For Optimism On The Labor Front" »

NFL News: Browns, Dolphins Out Of Burress Sweepstakes

With former NY Giants and Pittsburg Steelers star wide receiver Plaxico Burress out of prison rumors are flying wildly about teams interested in signing the troubled player. However, you can count out the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins. Browns coach Pat Shurmer had this to say; "I feel like we've... Continue reading "NFL News: Browns, Dolphins Out Of Burress Sweepstakes" »

Bowl With The NFL

The Eric LeGrand Believe Fund will host a bowling party with former NFL players. Continue reading "Bowl With The NFL" »

NFL News; Mara Warns Of Dire Consequences Should The Players Win

New York Giants owner John Mara, one of the most respected owners in the NFL has a dim view of what the NFL would look like should the players win in court: "The likely changes would be great for NFLPA lawyers, but not for players, teams, or, most importantly, fans,"... Continue reading "NFL News; Mara Warns Of Dire Consequences Should The Players Win" »

NFL News; Mediation Done Until June 7

The NFL lockout continues to drag on and I for one am getting less and less optimistic that a settlement will be reached in time to not seriously affect the season. The spin from the owners is that progress is being made; "The only way we're going to get this... Continue reading "NFL News; Mediation Done Until June 7" »

NFL News; The Stay Stays

I cannot wait until there is actual football news to write about again. In the interim NFL fans are getting a crash course in labor law. Yesterday, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals found for the owners and ruled that the stay of Judge Susan Nelson's order to rescind the... Continue reading "NFL News; The Stay Stays" »

NFL News; Fans And Experts Agree On Likely Super Bowl Matchup

The NFL recently conducted two polls, one for "experts" and one for fans. They asked people to vote on who they felt were the best teams in the NFL. The results were identical for the top two. They were the Green Bay Packers followed by the New England Patriots. It... Continue reading "NFL News; Fans And Experts Agree On Likely Super Bowl Matchup" »

NFL News; Poll Spells Trouble For NFL

A recent Adweek/Harris poll has some alarming news for the NFL; 19% of respondents said they would be unlikely to watch the sport this season if the start is delayed. The season is slated to kick off on Thursday, September 8th with a matchup featuring the two most recent Super... Continue reading "NFL News; Poll Spells Trouble For NFL" »

NFL Opinion; September 11 and The NFL

Sometimes the worlds of sports and, well, the real world come together. There are times when the two intercede. We are in such a time right now. With the stunning news that the entire world is still talking about---the well received killing of mass murderer Osama Bin Laden, sports and... Continue reading "NFL Opinion; September 11 and The NFL" »