What a Game!

I must say that in my opinion, that game last night was just about as good as any National Championship game I have ever seen. Maybe USC - Texas was a little better but not much. While everyone including myself figured this to be one of the more high scoring N.C. games, it surprised us and was more of a defensive battle. Tebot is a monster and Bradford, well I personally think he will be a hell of an NFL Q.B.. His release reminds me of the films I've seen of the late "Slingin" Sammy Baugh. So quick.

I can't get over that Oklahoma offense. It's so fun to watch. Even though they lost the game, I think we all saw who had the better offense. They just couldn't convert when it mattered. By the way, that is no way disrespect to the Gators offense. They definitely held their own and won the game by scoring when it mattered. Matter of fact, I think I was just as impressed by their offense when I first saw it a few years ago.

On to the Gators defense and what a defense it is. While I think Oklahoma shot themselves in the foot several times by leaving at least 17 points on the field in the first half, you gotta credit the Gators D for stepping up their game in the red zone. Interception, turnover on downs, they flat out stepped up their game when their backs were against the perverbial wall. They also won the special teams battle and as any coach who knows his ass from his elbow will tell you, when you outplay the opposing team in those two areas, you'll win 99percent of the time.

Anyways, what a game. Hope everyone enjoyed it as much as I did. Now bring on the NFL games this weekend. I need more football.

Caps/Flyers

Here we go! Caps and the dreaded(but very good) Flyers go at it again and as I'm typing it's 1-0 Caps. Yeah! Anyways the Caps owe the Flyers one after that last debacle of a game. Not to mention that horrible game seven from last years playoffs.

No I haven't let it go yet and I won't until the Caps return the favor in the playoffs this year. What a horrible penalty called in overtime. I was there and for some reason beyond my comprehension, the Refs decided not to call any blatant penalties in the third period yet they called a little touchy trip on the Caps in overtime of a game seven. Whatever though, this is a new year and the Caps are dangerous to say the least.

(Here we go again with the touchy penalties.)

Why do I hate Philly so much? Yes hate is a strong word but I can't help it. Lets start with the fact that they are the dirtiest team in the league. They look like they have the collective i.q. of a carrot. Oh, and did I mention those horrible orange uni's? That's just a few of the obvious reason.

I must say though, this is going to be a good rivalry to watch for years. You can tell these guys hate each other professionally and personally(As I finished the last sentence C. Clark is fighting with someone).

It feels good to finally have a team that is respected throughout the league. Anyways, enjoy the game and have a goot one. Go Caps!

Gotta Love Bean Town

"Sources confirmed that Jagodzinski met with DeFilippo and another representative of Boston College for approximately 90 minutes Saturday and it was then that Jagodzinski was told he'd be fired if he interviewed with the Jets."

Wow! Are you serious? So let me get this straight... You have an NFL caliber coach who has done a "Wonderful" job, and you want to fire him for taking an interview? Good thinking. What kind of athletic director fires a coach for taking an interview?

First of all, this guy DeFilippo looks really bad. How many times are coaches fired after interviewing with other teams... never, that's how many. To my knowledge professional advancement is encouraged in most professions. This isn't like Nick Saban leaving the Dolphins high and dry for the Crimson tide after promising he wouldn't. There is a difference here. This guy is looking to get his name in the hat for future consideration in NFL vacancies. I think it's pretty much a long shot that he would actually get the Jets job. You never know though. Apparently, Dickfilippo thought it would be longer than two years before Jagodzinski would even consider other opportunities. Yeah, I thought that was funny too. That's like saying he wouldn't consider a million dollar a year raise. What an ass clown.

On to another topic, Alabama and Utah. How bout them Utes? Absolutely dominated an SEC team. Wonder what Mr. Cowherd would say about that (he definitely wouldn't admit he was wrong about his prediction). Anyone for a playoff system? Year in and year out we as fans have to deal with this sham of a championship. What a crock.

Well, at least we have March Madness creeping on up. Till next time, you stay golden Pony Boy.

CAPS CAPS CAPS... Oh and Playoff Football

So here I sit watching a great playoff game between two teams who I'm just still stunned were even competitive this year. And what a game it is. These two teams have been nothing short of horrible this past decade. One led by probably the best rookie Q.B. I've ever seen and the other by an over-the-hill Q.B. that just won't go away. Win or lose, these teams should truly be proud of themselves after the years they've had.

But as I'm watching this I'm thinking of the second game tonight. No, not that one (even though the 12-4 underated Colts at the 8-8 surging Chargers is very intriguing), the Caps game. Yes I live in D.C. and I'm a huge Caps fan. They are going for six straight and 10 of 11. And they have done this most of the year without several key players. Clark, Poti, Federov, oh and a guy named Semin. We'll see what happens tonight but I think they'll pull it off.

Either way, what a great sports night.

Its Time for New Era

Hello Sports Fans,

Being that this is my first post I would like to explain why I created this blog.

First and foremost, I love discussing sports especially, but not limited to, the NFL. If your like me, talking with a true sports fan is a joy. No matter who your favorite team is, what your favorite sport is, you can always spark up great conversation and debate with sports. On the other hand, talking with someone who pretends to be a sports fan can be a nightmare. We all have those people as neighbors or co-workers. They think that because they know the starting QB's name, they are a true fan. Well sorry, but your not. A true sports fan can rattle of the second and third teamers, the bench players, or the utility players for your franchise. A true sports fan can at least come close to "Stumping the Schwab". Oh, and if you don't know who the Schwab is... that's my point.

Secondly, is anyone else sick of most sports talk radio including ESPN and all their shows on T.V. It's all the same. These guys all act as if they've been there and done that, when most of them have never stepped to the plate, or on the ice. I'm not saying it's all bad and there are a lot of exceptions but for the most part, it's shock jock radio but it's sports. Just listen to Colin Cowherd if you want a prime example. The guy obviously knows very little about sports yet he spews out all of his expertise (which is most of the time the obvious point of view) just for shock value. It's like suddenly, negativity sells. It's like, "Lets see how many people I can piss off with my statements." Count how many times Cowherd says "I" and "me" during one show, or even one segment. I understand everyone has their own point of view, but as a journalist, you are not supposed to show favorites. State the facts and discuss them. That's why the best shows are the ones that have two or more hosts. They discuss, they don't state.

So, with that said, I'm sure people will disagree with a lot of my opinions. So feel free to comment but keep it clean. Just because this is a blog doesn't mean there can be no two-way conversation. Aight, ring the bell and lets go!