If you were to ask somebody who grew up in the 70's or 80's would be stunned to see what has happened to the Pittsburgh Steelers. I apologize for writing two consecutive about the Steelers but right now, this is what is important in the nation right now. I think the Steelers are now the bad boys of football, worse than the Cincinnati Bengals because this is a team whose top two or three biggest stars have found themselves in trouble.
I can no longer support Big Ben, I never really liked him in the first place but here's the thing releasing a statement looking like a complete dirtball comparable to a professional wrestler's haircut in the late 80s then cut your hair when you meet the commissioner, I feel like that is poor PR move. You should have looked as clean-cut as possible because you want to make the impression of looking like a stand-up guy rather than the creepy guy hanging out in the corner at the Pickle (for those not living Eau Claire, it's the dirtiest bar in EC but they give bigger shots, stronger drinks, and sluttier girls... most of us love it!) He showed this I still do not care what you think about me when he kept driving motorcycles and when he got in trouble the first time, he still decided to go out all the time.
I am not saying it's a bad thing to go out on the town because I understand people love to have a good time yet he went to college bars. My God if a dumb girl knows she can get her 15 minute of fame if she claims that a two-time Super Bowl Winning Quarterback forced her to give her a hummer, they will do it. Not to mention if he was a dick like people have claimed, they are totally doing it. Why not try to reshape your life somewhat to fix things that people would embrace more. He needed to this after the first one came up (no matter how bat shit crazy this woman was) and start to become somebody that more people like.
Brett Favre is the absolutely perfect example of this transformation. I truly believe that Favre would have been suspended if Roger Goodell was the commissioner back then. Before Favre, he was this reckless guy who got drunk all the time (I had a teacher one time tell me she saw Favre fall down a full flight of stairs at a Milwaukee bar), popped pills, and basically was a redneck hillbilly. After his wife told him she would leave him if he kept doing some of the things he did, he reshaped his life into the person we know doing the Wrangler and Sears' commercials. The one difference is that Big Ben is a single guy and seemingly prides himself on being this sort of playboy unlike his counterparts. He needs to examine the moves that Favre made in the past and maybe even seek out Favre's advice for what to do. The question is will the Pittsburgh Steelers handle the issue at hand as well as the Green Bay Packers did?
Those two NFL franchises are probably in the top five of classy franchises in the NFL. Teams that rarely if ever put up with any shit, it's basically do it our way or find another job. Remember when the Indianapolis Colts, another class franchise had problems with Marvin Harrison,one of the best wide receiver ever in Colts history got released. Nothing coming into my head but I am positive the New England Patriots have done the exact same thing. These teams aren't the Dallas Cowboys, Oakland Raiders, or the New York Jets. They do not just take in any guy who is willing to play for them, they need to be absolutely convinced he can fit into their personal system. The ball is seriously in the court of the Steelers and how they handle it will be either scrutinized or praised.
Something that caught my eye today on Twitter was Dave Dameshek, a former ESPN Page 2 writer and did an awesome podcast who is a big Pittsburgh fan called for "Getting rid of Big Ben, I am done with him." Also hearing how sponsorrs are pulling him in Pittsburgh and he isn't getting as much hometown love, is it time to let go of a two-time Super Bowl Champion? I would lean towards yes because I begin to feel the fans aren't behind him right now, and I truly believe he would be booed 70-30%. It's hard for a female Steeler fan to cheer for a guy like Big Ben, he doesn't deserve to have any female fans after the things he has done and to have your quarterback hated, it's hard to see the team flourishing under him.
The Steelers or the NFL will suspend Big Ben. I know people feel he doesn't deserve the punishment, he still was accused of a felony multiple times and a guy like PacMan Jones had the same thing happen leading to his suspension. You mean to tell me the Rev. Jessie Jackson will not be breathing down the neck of the NFL if they decide to treat a white superstar different than a middle of the road black athlete? You are crazy if you think otherwise, the African-American community will be up in arms if Big Ben is not suspended. No matter who does it, it has to happen.
-Charlie.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Another Problem Child Hits New York
The New York Jets have been acquiring guys seemingly every week of the NFL Offseason, they brought in guys like LaDanian Tomlinson, Brodney Pool, and Antonio Cromartie who all played major roles on their team last season and now they bring in Santonio Holmes for a 5th round pick?! WHAAAAAAT?!
People have stated the reasons why this happened. He has always had a bad rap sheet with the off-the-field issues, never developed as a person... could be perceived as immature, and he didn't fit the Steeler family a lot like Plaxico Burress (more to come on the next post). There is one big reason why this doesn't bother me as much as it does for others is that tell me when Holmes has done anything bad on the field? When has he been a problem like T.O. or Brandon Marshall? Never. Despite having all these issues (look it up, it's stunning), he just plays football, but this has came with consequences.
The off-the-field issues have gotten Holmes suspended for the first four games and I think this needs to be the time to wise up because another suspension means a full year suspension. He needs to not pull a Burress as he is heading in to New York City, which is a weird comparison to make but it definitely can be made. He needs to be just a player out there who does what he does and focus on football. People talk about how great Rex Ryan is as a coach for players and I think having a guy like Holmes might be respond to Ryan. But I do agree dealing with all of these guys who have some issues could become very stressful for the coach.
I think this is going to be a huge assist for the Jets who all the sudden have arguably the best free agent haul of the NFL. There was an article out somewhere that was publish this week maybe the Chicago Tribune, cannot find it anywhere saying that bringing in all these free agents will not transfer to more wins. I think the Jets will win the AFC East because I doubt Mark Sanchez will have a sophomore slump and I loved their defense at the beginning of the year, still do. The Patriots are starting to fall off a bit, the Dolphins seem to be alright yet not that impressed, and finally Buffalo is well... Buffalo. The Jets need to be done, don't bring Jason Taylor in, or anyone else. I have no idea how many draft picks they have, but draft those guys, that's it.
-Charlie.
People have stated the reasons why this happened. He has always had a bad rap sheet with the off-the-field issues, never developed as a person... could be perceived as immature, and he didn't fit the Steeler family a lot like Plaxico Burress (more to come on the next post). There is one big reason why this doesn't bother me as much as it does for others is that tell me when Holmes has done anything bad on the field? When has he been a problem like T.O. or Brandon Marshall? Never. Despite having all these issues (look it up, it's stunning), he just plays football, but this has came with consequences.
The off-the-field issues have gotten Holmes suspended for the first four games and I think this needs to be the time to wise up because another suspension means a full year suspension. He needs to not pull a Burress as he is heading in to New York City, which is a weird comparison to make but it definitely can be made. He needs to be just a player out there who does what he does and focus on football. People talk about how great Rex Ryan is as a coach for players and I think having a guy like Holmes might be respond to Ryan. But I do agree dealing with all of these guys who have some issues could become very stressful for the coach.
I think this is going to be a huge assist for the Jets who all the sudden have arguably the best free agent haul of the NFL. There was an article out somewhere that was publish this week maybe the Chicago Tribune, cannot find it anywhere saying that bringing in all these free agents will not transfer to more wins. I think the Jets will win the AFC East because I doubt Mark Sanchez will have a sophomore slump and I loved their defense at the beginning of the year, still do. The Patriots are starting to fall off a bit, the Dolphins seem to be alright yet not that impressed, and finally Buffalo is well... Buffalo. The Jets need to be done, don't bring Jason Taylor in, or anyone else. I have no idea how many draft picks they have, but draft those guys, that's it.
-Charlie.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Ramblings From a Disappointed Fan
Do you know today was the first game that finished 37-36? Yeah me either but you know what the game still sucked at the ending. I will say this I got over the lost pretty quick and then got pissed again when Minnesota lost today knowing that if we won, there would still be an outside shot at the division. A couple thoughts on today's game...
-Aaron Rodgers is the awesome. He might have cost me a fantasy win but he put the team on his shoulders when the Pack couldn't get the run started but he is easily a top five quarterback in the NFL. Nothing he could do about that last drive.
-The Pack could have had more than fourteen points in the first half with all the drops that the receivers had. Nothing do I hate more than drops. So many opportunities missed in the first half.
-Big ups to the offensive line, I knew that A-Rod got hit a lot but he only suffered one sack on the day. They held up tough against probably one of the best front sevens in the league. I know their secondary is one of the worst but their pass rush is still very tough.
-Please for the Love of Lombardi, no one freak out about our defense. The reason why we sucked today is because Pittsburgh plays our defense themselves and their offense sees it all the time. Not to mention, they had 10 days to prepare for pretty much everything. They will be just fine.
-Jarrett Bush/Josh Bell both suck and will cause me heartache whenever the Packers lose in the playoffs. You can book that, tell Vegas right now because they are the bane of my football existence, trust me.
-I did not get the coverage at all on the final drive or the overall decision to only rush three makes no sense to me. Big Ben gets sacked a lot because he surveys the field better than most quarterbacks taking more time leading to sacks. I wish Clay Matthews and company would have rushed on the final drive.
-A lot of what ifs from today's game but the biggest one has to be what if Cullen Jenkins sacks the quarterback with .13 seconds we win. It's that simple and it sucks to know that, probably the worst feeling of the night.
-Nothing is worst than having an unreliable kicker in the NFL or college football. It makes or breaks your team more than anything else. The Packers now have that for the first time in a bunch of years since the Brett Conway days.
-I am starting to hate Big Ben. He complains about every call and acts like he is a goddamn conductor out there trying to guide plays. He just seems smug out there. Maybe its Pennsylvania thing because I feel the same way about Donovan McNabb.
-Speaking of Big Ben, he sure as hell can lead a comeback. In the past couple years, I think he is the one quarterback you do not want to see with less than 2 minutes. More than Manning, Favre, or Brady.
-With Denver losing, it would not shock me in the slightest if the Steelers make it into the playoffs. This sort of win is changes team and inspires team. Although, their secondary might be so bad that it will not be enough to carry them there. But I am excited to see how the AFC playoffs pan out.
-It is just one game fans, yeah it sucks but life goes on. We will beat Seattle and Arizona because both teams have given up on the season and they will be ready for the playoffs for whoever is waiting for them on the first week.
Charlie.
-Aaron Rodgers is the awesome. He might have cost me a fantasy win but he put the team on his shoulders when the Pack couldn't get the run started but he is easily a top five quarterback in the NFL. Nothing he could do about that last drive.
-The Pack could have had more than fourteen points in the first half with all the drops that the receivers had. Nothing do I hate more than drops. So many opportunities missed in the first half.
-Big ups to the offensive line, I knew that A-Rod got hit a lot but he only suffered one sack on the day. They held up tough against probably one of the best front sevens in the league. I know their secondary is one of the worst but their pass rush is still very tough.
-Please for the Love of Lombardi, no one freak out about our defense. The reason why we sucked today is because Pittsburgh plays our defense themselves and their offense sees it all the time. Not to mention, they had 10 days to prepare for pretty much everything. They will be just fine.
-Jarrett Bush/Josh Bell both suck and will cause me heartache whenever the Packers lose in the playoffs. You can book that, tell Vegas right now because they are the bane of my football existence, trust me.
-I did not get the coverage at all on the final drive or the overall decision to only rush three makes no sense to me. Big Ben gets sacked a lot because he surveys the field better than most quarterbacks taking more time leading to sacks. I wish Clay Matthews and company would have rushed on the final drive.
-A lot of what ifs from today's game but the biggest one has to be what if Cullen Jenkins sacks the quarterback with .13 seconds we win. It's that simple and it sucks to know that, probably the worst feeling of the night.
-Nothing is worst than having an unreliable kicker in the NFL or college football. It makes or breaks your team more than anything else. The Packers now have that for the first time in a bunch of years since the Brett Conway days.
-I am starting to hate Big Ben. He complains about every call and acts like he is a goddamn conductor out there trying to guide plays. He just seems smug out there. Maybe its Pennsylvania thing because I feel the same way about Donovan McNabb.
-Speaking of Big Ben, he sure as hell can lead a comeback. In the past couple years, I think he is the one quarterback you do not want to see with less than 2 minutes. More than Manning, Favre, or Brady.
-With Denver losing, it would not shock me in the slightest if the Steelers make it into the playoffs. This sort of win is changes team and inspires team. Although, their secondary might be so bad that it will not be enough to carry them there. But I am excited to see how the AFC playoffs pan out.
-It is just one game fans, yeah it sucks but life goes on. We will beat Seattle and Arizona because both teams have given up on the season and they will be ready for the playoffs for whoever is waiting for them on the first week.
Charlie.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
NFL Playoffs Predictions and a Super Bowl Winner
Heres how I see the rankings going by the end of the year....
NFC: 1. Philadelphia 2. Green Bay 3. New Orleans 4. Seattle 5. New York Giants 6. Minnesota I honestly see that happening with GB/Philly flip-flopping. I cannot see the Saints or the Seahawks pushing for the two top spots. I could see the two wild card poising a threat. The NFC is by far the tougher division this year. There are multiple teams who can be that sixth team as is the same for the division winners.
AFC: 1. San Diego 2 Pittsburgh 3. New England 4. Indianapolis 5. Baltimore 6. Tennessee I think the Chargers has a schedule as easy as Shawne Merriman's girlfriend and they almost have six wins sown up already. Also the Steelers/Ravens get to play those three teams too, trust me its not even fair. The AFC has the better top teams but they have nowhere near the parody.
Wildcard Weekend
(3) New Orleans beats (6) Minnesota- The end of Favre? Who really knows but it would dash the hype of Favre returning to Lambeau for the playoffs. Also Favre's body will be almost a corpse at this point therefore Adrian Peterson will not be able to do it all.
(5) New York Giants over (4) Seattle- I am not that impressed with the Hawks' its don't have a forty-year old running QB. They get a bit of home field advantage with playing far from NYC but the Giants D will be too good.
(3) New England beats (6) Tennessee- The Patriots have always been able to stop the run and that is the one thing the Titans need to win ball games. Also Tennessee doesn't have enough secondary to contain Brady.
(5) Baltimore over (4) Indianapolis- I think the Ravens have a chance to be a very good team this year and the Colts have enough to get them to the playoffs yet not enough to beat a team like Baltimore.
Divisional Round
(1) Philadelphia beats (5) NY Giants- Second straight year, this time at their crib. The Eagles should be able to pressure Eli Manning all day and the offense will have enough to carry them to another NFC Championship visit.
(2) Green Bay over (3) New Orleans- A dome team from the South coming to Lambeau in the dead of winter... rut roh. There is no Mike Vick on the Saints therefore we should win handily in Aaron Rodgers first playoff game.
(5) Baltimore beats (1) San Diego- We will see this game at the same venue and I could see whatever team loses first comes back in the playoffs to win. Anyways, I think the make-up of Baltimore spells disaster for the Chargers.
(2) Pittsburgh over (3) New England- I have trouble taking the Pats farther than this because their defense is a bunch of no-ones plus the Steelers bring back so damn much. Big Ben will prevail in this one.
Championship Games
(2) Green Bay beats (1) Philadelphia- This might be a homer pick but seriously, the Packers are clicking already (its only September!) They can get this done in the house of horrors known as Philly.
(2) Pittsburgh beats (5) Baltimore- Much of the same of last year, the Steelers will out physical the second-best physical team. Hopefully just another huge hit-fest.
Super Bowl
Pittsburgh beats Green Bay- I gotta do it. There is no way I could see the Masters of the 3-4 get outsmarted by the newly 3-4 beasts. I think it would take a big game from Willie Parker though to get it done.
Now on to the picks for both sides.
NFC: 1. Philadelphia 2. Green Bay 3. New Orleans 4. Seattle 5. New York Giants 6. Minnesota I honestly see that happening with GB/Philly flip-flopping. I cannot see the Saints or the Seahawks pushing for the two top spots. I could see the two wild card poising a threat. The NFC is by far the tougher division this year. There are multiple teams who can be that sixth team as is the same for the division winners.
AFC: 1. San Diego 2 Pittsburgh 3. New England 4. Indianapolis 5. Baltimore 6. Tennessee I think the Chargers has a schedule as easy as Shawne Merriman's girlfriend and they almost have six wins sown up already. Also the Steelers/Ravens get to play those three teams too, trust me its not even fair. The AFC has the better top teams but they have nowhere near the parody.
Wildcard Weekend
(3) New Orleans beats (6) Minnesota- The end of Favre? Who really knows but it would dash the hype of Favre returning to Lambeau for the playoffs. Also Favre's body will be almost a corpse at this point therefore Adrian Peterson will not be able to do it all.
(5) New York Giants over (4) Seattle- I am not that impressed with the Hawks' its don't have a forty-year old running QB. They get a bit of home field advantage with playing far from NYC but the Giants D will be too good.
(3) New England beats (6) Tennessee- The Patriots have always been able to stop the run and that is the one thing the Titans need to win ball games. Also Tennessee doesn't have enough secondary to contain Brady.
(5) Baltimore over (4) Indianapolis- I think the Ravens have a chance to be a very good team this year and the Colts have enough to get them to the playoffs yet not enough to beat a team like Baltimore.
Divisional Round
(1) Philadelphia beats (5) NY Giants- Second straight year, this time at their crib. The Eagles should be able to pressure Eli Manning all day and the offense will have enough to carry them to another NFC Championship visit.
(2) Green Bay over (3) New Orleans- A dome team from the South coming to Lambeau in the dead of winter... rut roh. There is no Mike Vick on the Saints therefore we should win handily in Aaron Rodgers first playoff game.
(5) Baltimore beats (1) San Diego- We will see this game at the same venue and I could see whatever team loses first comes back in the playoffs to win. Anyways, I think the make-up of Baltimore spells disaster for the Chargers.
(2) Pittsburgh over (3) New England- I have trouble taking the Pats farther than this because their defense is a bunch of no-ones plus the Steelers bring back so damn much. Big Ben will prevail in this one.
Championship Games
(2) Green Bay beats (1) Philadelphia- This might be a homer pick but seriously, the Packers are clicking already (its only September!) They can get this done in the house of horrors known as Philly.
(2) Pittsburgh beats (5) Baltimore- Much of the same of last year, the Steelers will out physical the second-best physical team. Hopefully just another huge hit-fest.
Super Bowl
Pittsburgh beats Green Bay- I gotta do it. There is no way I could see the Masters of the 3-4 get outsmarted by the newly 3-4 beasts. I think it would take a big game from Willie Parker though to get it done.
Now on to the picks for both sides.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
NFL Preview: AFC East/AFC North
Now we move on to the AFC who is proving to be more top heavy than Pamala Anderson in her prime. They have about four to five really good teams but no real parody at all inside the league. Anyways here we go...
AFC East
1. New England Patriots- Key Players: QB Tom Brady WR Randy Moss LB Jared Mayo Key Games- at/vs NY Jets (9/20, 11/22) vs. Baltimore (10/4) vs. Tennessee (10/18) vs/at Miami (11/8, 12/6) at Indianapolis (11/15) at New Orleans (11/30) Outlook- No reason for me not to believe that they will be the best in the East with Brady back. Their defense is a bit shaky but their offense can handle that.
2. Miami Dolphins- Key Players: RB Ronnie Brown, LB Channing Crowder, LB Joey Porter Key Games: at Indianapolis (9/21) vs/at NY Jets (10/12, 11/1) vs. New Orleans (10/25) at/vs New England (11/8, 12/6) at Tennessee (12/20) vs. Pittsburgh (1/3) Outlook- The Phins have a reasonable schedule and you wonder how good Chad Pennington can be this year after a magical season ago. They will fall short of the playoffs but finish second.
3. New York Jets- Key Players: RB Thomas Jones LB David Harris QB Mark Sanchez Key Games- vs./at New England (9/20 11/22) at Tennessee (9/27) at New Orleans (10/4) at/vs. Miami (10/12, 11/1) at Indianapolis (12/27) Outlook- I think Sanchez couldnt have asked for a worst start to his career with all the tough games at the beginning but I think they go on a big run possibly pushing a Wild Card spot late.
4. Buffalo Bills- Key Players: RB Marshawn Lynch WR Terrell Owens S Donte Whitner Key Games- at/vs New England (9/14, 12/20) vs. New Orleans (9/27) at Tennessee (11/15) vs. Indianapolis (1/3) Outlook- I think it will be a rough year for TO and the boys with him already not liking the offense plus dealing without Lynch for 3 weeks.
AFC East
1. New England Patriots- Key Players: QB Tom Brady WR Randy Moss LB Jared Mayo Key Games- at/vs NY Jets (9/20, 11/22) vs. Baltimore (10/4) vs. Tennessee (10/18) vs/at Miami (11/8, 12/6) at Indianapolis (11/15) at New Orleans (11/30) Outlook- No reason for me not to believe that they will be the best in the East with Brady back. Their defense is a bit shaky but their offense can handle that.
2. Miami Dolphins- Key Players: RB Ronnie Brown, LB Channing Crowder, LB Joey Porter Key Games: at Indianapolis (9/21) vs/at NY Jets (10/12, 11/1) vs. New Orleans (10/25) at/vs New England (11/8, 12/6) at Tennessee (12/20) vs. Pittsburgh (1/3) Outlook- The Phins have a reasonable schedule and you wonder how good Chad Pennington can be this year after a magical season ago. They will fall short of the playoffs but finish second.
3. New York Jets- Key Players: RB Thomas Jones LB David Harris QB Mark Sanchez Key Games- vs./at New England (9/20 11/22) at Tennessee (9/27) at New Orleans (10/4) at/vs. Miami (10/12, 11/1) at Indianapolis (12/27) Outlook- I think Sanchez couldnt have asked for a worst start to his career with all the tough games at the beginning but I think they go on a big run possibly pushing a Wild Card spot late.
4. Buffalo Bills- Key Players: RB Marshawn Lynch WR Terrell Owens S Donte Whitner Key Games- at/vs New England (9/14, 12/20) vs. New Orleans (9/27) at Tennessee (11/15) vs. Indianapolis (1/3) Outlook- I think it will be a rough year for TO and the boys with him already not liking the offense plus dealing without Lynch for 3 weeks.
(AFC North)1. Pittsburgh Steelers Key Players- QB Big Ben (saving space people!), WR Santonio Holmes, LB James Harriosn Key Games-vs. Tennessee (9/10) vs. San Diego (10/4) vs. Minnesota (10/25) at/vs Baltimore (11/22, 12/27) vs. Green Bay (12/20) Outlook- Wow, talk about an easy schedule, they will have home-field in the playoffs no doubt about it plus unreal media attention. Still a class act team. North
2. Baltimore Ravens: Key Players- S Ed Reed LB Terrell Suggs QB Joe Flacco Key Games- at San Diego (9/20) at New England (10/4) at Minnesota (10/18) vs. Indianapolis (11/15) vs/at Baltimore (11/22, 12/27) at Green Bay (12/7) Outlook- The first Wild Card winner of the AFC and their defense is going to tough as nails again. Flacco has a chance to be much better too.
3. Cincinnati Bengals: Key Players- QB Carson Palmer WR Chad OchoCinco WR Laveraneus Coles Key Games- at Green Bay (9/20) vs/at Pittsburgh (9/27, 11/15) at/vs Baltimore (10/11 11/8) at Minnesota (12/13) at San Diego (12/20) Outlook- This is my roommate E's surprise team of the year, I dont see it. Very tough schedule plus their defense isnt that special.
4. Cleveland Browns: Key Players- QB Brady Quinn WR Braylon Edwards DT Shaun Rogers Key Games- vs. Minnesota (9/13) at/vs Baltimore (9/27, 11/16) at/vs Pittsburgh (10/25, 12/10) vs. San Diego (12/6) Outlook- It is going to an ugly year for the Browns even though I enjoy Quinn a lot, he has no defense help.
-Charlie.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Big Ben in Big Trouble and ESPN Seems to Care Less
Well look what we have here. One of the biggest quarterbacks in the National Football League, Ben Roethlisberger of the Pittsburgh Steelers is getting sued by a Harrah's casino worker Andrea McNaulty for sexually assaulting her last year. This to me is a big fat rut-roh for the Steeler fans out there but it does make me wonder why criminal charges havent been filed if the victim is so sure of the crime.
Here is her story via Yahoo where they run stories like this instead of ESPN who decides that it wouldnt be good if they ran this as the lead article on ESPN.com. Thats amazing to me when you have one of the top five recognizable quarterbacks in the NFL and there is no coverage on ESPN about Big Ben. Not even on its NFL page is there an article for Big Ben and to me if this was Terrell Owens, Chad OchoCinco, or even Tony Romo I think that ESPN has multiple stories about this. Think back to when this happened to Kobe Bryant and how ESPN was all over that story for months slowly but surely ruining his image. Why hasnt the same been done to Big Ben? Is it because its only a civil suit? To me thats bullshit and this still needs to be cover.
Here is what she claims...
"The lawsuit said he grabbed her and started to kiss her. It said she was “shocked and stunned that this previously friendly man, that appeared to be a gentleman in her previous contacts with hi“
But instead of stopping, Roethlisberger began fondling plaintiff through her dress and between her legs,” the suit said. He then “held her against her will and physically moved plaintiff and pushed her onto his bed” where he raped her, the suit says.
She told him, “You don’t want to do this,” and begged him “I am not on any type of birth control.”m was suddenly preventing her from leaving, was assaulting her and battering her"
Also in the article, she is suing the hotel claiming they told her to cover this up because the owner was good friends with Big Ben and didnt want this getting out. My question is why arent there criminal charges and also why is there only 440,000 dollars being filed? Maybe she doesnt want to sound crazy when McNulty enters the court room and wants to make this look as legitimate as possible. Maybe the criminal charges will come later on if they find out that this is alot more to this story.
I do not believe the NFL will do anything about this until they decided whether the criminal charges are filed or McNaulty wins the suit. If she does then Big Ben has to be suspended for awhile or commissioner Roger Goodell will be dealing with all the womens groups about why he isnt suspended. It will be interesting to follow this story.
All I ask for is that the wrath of ESPN comes down on Big Ben because it would be a double standard if nothing comes of this. Even if this proves to be completely false, it still went through the courts and is being talked about by every major radio show. You gotta do it ESPN.
-Charlie.
Here is her story via Yahoo where they run stories like this instead of ESPN who decides that it wouldnt be good if they ran this as the lead article on ESPN.com. Thats amazing to me when you have one of the top five recognizable quarterbacks in the NFL and there is no coverage on ESPN about Big Ben. Not even on its NFL page is there an article for Big Ben and to me if this was Terrell Owens, Chad OchoCinco, or even Tony Romo I think that ESPN has multiple stories about this. Think back to when this happened to Kobe Bryant and how ESPN was all over that story for months slowly but surely ruining his image. Why hasnt the same been done to Big Ben? Is it because its only a civil suit? To me thats bullshit and this still needs to be cover.
Here is what she claims...
"The lawsuit said he grabbed her and started to kiss her. It said she was “shocked and stunned that this previously friendly man, that appeared to be a gentleman in her previous contacts with hi“
But instead of stopping, Roethlisberger began fondling plaintiff through her dress and between her legs,” the suit said. He then “held her against her will and physically moved plaintiff and pushed her onto his bed” where he raped her, the suit says.
She told him, “You don’t want to do this,” and begged him “I am not on any type of birth control.”m was suddenly preventing her from leaving, was assaulting her and battering her"
Also in the article, she is suing the hotel claiming they told her to cover this up because the owner was good friends with Big Ben and didnt want this getting out. My question is why arent there criminal charges and also why is there only 440,000 dollars being filed? Maybe she doesnt want to sound crazy when McNulty enters the court room and wants to make this look as legitimate as possible. Maybe the criminal charges will come later on if they find out that this is alot more to this story.
I do not believe the NFL will do anything about this until they decided whether the criminal charges are filed or McNaulty wins the suit. If she does then Big Ben has to be suspended for awhile or commissioner Roger Goodell will be dealing with all the womens groups about why he isnt suspended. It will be interesting to follow this story.
All I ask for is that the wrath of ESPN comes down on Big Ben because it would be a double standard if nothing comes of this. Even if this proves to be completely false, it still went through the courts and is being talked about by every major radio show. You gotta do it ESPN.
-Charlie.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Screw Off Pittsburgh
Well here I go taking a swing at another city and I dont really need the backlash that Lexington gave me although I really feel this is needed. I have to be honest the city of Pittsburgh in terms of sports bothers me. I have never been to Pittsburgh therefore I am not going to rip the actual city but there is something about your football especially the baseball team.
I respect the Pittsburgh Steelers for sure. They have built franchises the right way with drafting players and making them into superstars. In addition, they have paved the way for getting minority coaches a chance at getting head coaches spot in the NFL. BUT they always get on the 3:15 spot on CBS/FOX including some NBC/ESPN spots during the year. I mean it gets sickening to see them always on TV and I personally like to watch a variety of teams throughout the year. Also the Pittsburgh Penguins are fine with me with Sid "the Kid" Crosby and I was happy to see them get the title over the vaunted Detroit Red Wings.
Here is where I draw the line: the Pittsburgh Pirates, their players and fans alike are bunch of idiots. First off all, tell me the last time you guys made it to the playoffs (I know we had a long drought to but hey we were there last year!). Then I would like to ask how did you get Sloth from the Goonies(credited to Ron via Brewerfan) aka Jeff Karstens to pitch for your team? In addition why is Karstens such a baby back bitch?
If you are wondering where all this hate is coming from in the 8th inning when Karstens stepped up the plate, Chris Smith like any true American hit Karstens for plunking Ryan Braun in the ribs during April. Karstens wasnt happy and made an attempt to attack Smith until supreme badass Jason Kendall stopped him in his tracks. This led to the bullpens clearing where they discussed their weekends. Also it led to Kendall and Pirates pitching coach John Kerrigan going at it in which Prince Fielder had to drag Kendall from attacking Old Man River. Kendall in the papers today pronounced his name Dave Kerwin even after being told otherwise.
I can understand Pittsburgh being a bit upset but they have lost to the Brewers seventeen straight times before winning last night. The Crew has taken the last 19 of 21 against the Bucos as well. Why do these ass clowns continue to feel that they are the same level as the Brewers. Granted the Crew is not playing good ball and they are one lost away from .500 for the first time in a long while. But this is exactly what the Brewers needed.
They were getting punked and now they been punked by the last place team in the NL Central for the longest time. That should piss them off and the bats should awake with fury for the next couple of weeks. Alot like the Manny Parra/Fielder brawl last year, I hope it sparks a huge run for the Crew and we destroy the Pirate ship these next two days.
-Charlie.
I respect the Pittsburgh Steelers for sure. They have built franchises the right way with drafting players and making them into superstars. In addition, they have paved the way for getting minority coaches a chance at getting head coaches spot in the NFL. BUT they always get on the 3:15 spot on CBS/FOX including some NBC/ESPN spots during the year. I mean it gets sickening to see them always on TV and I personally like to watch a variety of teams throughout the year. Also the Pittsburgh Penguins are fine with me with Sid "the Kid" Crosby and I was happy to see them get the title over the vaunted Detroit Red Wings.
Here is where I draw the line: the Pittsburgh Pirates, their players and fans alike are bunch of idiots. First off all, tell me the last time you guys made it to the playoffs (I know we had a long drought to but hey we were there last year!). Then I would like to ask how did you get Sloth from the Goonies(credited to Ron via Brewerfan) aka Jeff Karstens to pitch for your team? In addition why is Karstens such a baby back bitch?
If you are wondering where all this hate is coming from in the 8th inning when Karstens stepped up the plate, Chris Smith like any true American hit Karstens for plunking Ryan Braun in the ribs during April. Karstens wasnt happy and made an attempt to attack Smith until supreme badass Jason Kendall stopped him in his tracks. This led to the bullpens clearing where they discussed their weekends. Also it led to Kendall and Pirates pitching coach John Kerrigan going at it in which Prince Fielder had to drag Kendall from attacking Old Man River. Kendall in the papers today pronounced his name Dave Kerwin even after being told otherwise.
I can understand Pittsburgh being a bit upset but they have lost to the Brewers seventeen straight times before winning last night. The Crew has taken the last 19 of 21 against the Bucos as well. Why do these ass clowns continue to feel that they are the same level as the Brewers. Granted the Crew is not playing good ball and they are one lost away from .500 for the first time in a long while. But this is exactly what the Brewers needed.
They were getting punked and now they been punked by the last place team in the NL Central for the longest time. That should piss them off and the bats should awake with fury for the next couple of weeks. Alot like the Manny Parra/Fielder brawl last year, I hope it sparks a huge run for the Crew and we destroy the Pirate ship these next two days.
-Charlie.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
The Ultimate Super Bowl Wrap-up
Once again, a bit late but trust me it was worth it because this Super Bowl had everything that a casual sports fan would ask for in the last thirty minutes but honestly, the third quarter was worst than my roommate's state of mind on Friday. It was a rollercoaster... not of love but of a emotions as the Steelers win 27-23
-What can be said about the quarterback play for both teams? Kurt Warner who couldnt complete a pass if his life depended on in through about the first two and half quarters but all the sudden, he started looking like Teen Wolf out there. Just a man possessed. Big Ben (no last name because i dont feel like looking up that last name) is one of the best scrambler without actually running and he made every big pass needed. I mean when the holding was called he made a very nice pass to Santonio Holmes.
-One thing we talked about in the Super Bowl Preview was would the Cardinals be able to run the ball and it was the same thing with the Steelers. Neither happened, both teams could barely run the ball and it hurt both teams.
-The matchup we looked at all week was Larry Fitzgerald versus Troy Polamalu and the rest of the Steeler secondary. They were playing a cloud over Fitz most of the first half and it didnt seem like they would be able to get him the ball. Then when Warner started turning into Teen Wolf, it was Fitz who benefited. He just started catching everything in sight and he has became a superstar overnight.
-The craziest thing about the game was the fact Fitz wasnt the best reciever... that was Santonio Holmes who caught all four passes on the final drive including one of the toughest touchdowns I have seen in awhile. Holmes had three defenders surrounding him and Big Ben placed it perfectly so only Holmes could catch. My buddy Brett being the leader of the LBJ Fan Club announced Holmes is a special guest after his endzone celebration. For most of the game, he made the talented rookie cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromatrie as Clifford Franklin would say his "ho." He would of had another TD catch if Big Ben throws a good ball. Holmes is a gamebreaker and proved that to the fullest last night.
-I felt that the officiating was shotty at best. The refs made some very questionable calls on the Cardinals... see Adrian Wilson running over Mitch Berger (he couldnt stop!) or Karlos Dansby roughing the passer (Big Ben won an Oscar for that one). I thought the fumble was the right call though; LaMarr Woodley swipe the ball from his hand and Warner was beginning to launch the ball although he never came forward therefore it was a fumble. I really think this is the outlet for non-Steeler fans to bitch, get over it.
-I dont know if I want to be mad at all of the personal fouls or just realize that the emotions were running so high that it was just natural. I thought that Ike Taylor who went to Swagger College if you didnt know, sideline punch on the Cardinals bench was worse than James Harrison plowing over his man on Special teams. I think both of them deserve a definite fine and one of them could use a suspension for the first game of the 2009 season.
Some other great Super Bowl Moments...
-Watched them game with five buddies of mine and one of them, E is proving to me why he isnt a true American after falling asleep in the first half because he had too much soda the night before. Second straight year this has happened, second straight year its been a classic. Keep feedin' him soda!
-My buddy Brett said this game was over a bunch of times and every time something big would happened. Brett was spot on with his predictions.
-Best commercial of the night: Careerbulider; If a Koala gets punched with glasses saying "Oh Dear!" it has to be funny.
-Some people didnt like Bruce Springsteen but the Boss brought the house down in my opinon, just great. The Boss pelvic thrust into the camera was the most intentionally funny thing of the night by far.
Until next year...
-Charlie.
-What can be said about the quarterback play for both teams? Kurt Warner who couldnt complete a pass if his life depended on in through about the first two and half quarters but all the sudden, he started looking like Teen Wolf out there. Just a man possessed. Big Ben (no last name because i dont feel like looking up that last name) is one of the best scrambler without actually running and he made every big pass needed. I mean when the holding was called he made a very nice pass to Santonio Holmes.
-One thing we talked about in the Super Bowl Preview was would the Cardinals be able to run the ball and it was the same thing with the Steelers. Neither happened, both teams could barely run the ball and it hurt both teams.
-The matchup we looked at all week was Larry Fitzgerald versus Troy Polamalu and the rest of the Steeler secondary. They were playing a cloud over Fitz most of the first half and it didnt seem like they would be able to get him the ball. Then when Warner started turning into Teen Wolf, it was Fitz who benefited. He just started catching everything in sight and he has became a superstar overnight.
-The craziest thing about the game was the fact Fitz wasnt the best reciever... that was Santonio Holmes who caught all four passes on the final drive including one of the toughest touchdowns I have seen in awhile. Holmes had three defenders surrounding him and Big Ben placed it perfectly so only Holmes could catch. My buddy Brett being the leader of the LBJ Fan Club announced Holmes is a special guest after his endzone celebration. For most of the game, he made the talented rookie cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromatrie as Clifford Franklin would say his "ho." He would of had another TD catch if Big Ben throws a good ball. Holmes is a gamebreaker and proved that to the fullest last night.
-I felt that the officiating was shotty at best. The refs made some very questionable calls on the Cardinals... see Adrian Wilson running over Mitch Berger (he couldnt stop!) or Karlos Dansby roughing the passer (Big Ben won an Oscar for that one). I thought the fumble was the right call though; LaMarr Woodley swipe the ball from his hand and Warner was beginning to launch the ball although he never came forward therefore it was a fumble. I really think this is the outlet for non-Steeler fans to bitch, get over it.
-I dont know if I want to be mad at all of the personal fouls or just realize that the emotions were running so high that it was just natural. I thought that Ike Taylor who went to Swagger College if you didnt know, sideline punch on the Cardinals bench was worse than James Harrison plowing over his man on Special teams. I think both of them deserve a definite fine and one of them could use a suspension for the first game of the 2009 season.
Some other great Super Bowl Moments...
-Watched them game with five buddies of mine and one of them, E is proving to me why he isnt a true American after falling asleep in the first half because he had too much soda the night before. Second straight year this has happened, second straight year its been a classic. Keep feedin' him soda!
-My buddy Brett said this game was over a bunch of times and every time something big would happened. Brett was spot on with his predictions.
-Best commercial of the night: Careerbulider; If a Koala gets punched with glasses saying "Oh Dear!" it has to be funny.
-Some people didnt like Bruce Springsteen but the Boss brought the house down in my opinon, just great. The Boss pelvic thrust into the camera was the most intentionally funny thing of the night by far.
Until next year...
-Charlie.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Super Bowl Preview: Arizona Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
Here it is what we have all been waiting for the past two weeks: The Super Bowl. A matchup between two teams; one that was expected to make a run at the World Championship and the other who no one would have guessed would be here so I will hit a few quick points to watch and give a final prediction.
Arizona:
Havent we learned our lesson yet?
-Kurt Warner has always been able to defy the odds that everyone puts in front of him and its foolish of us to bet against him after all this time. When no one expected St. Louis to do it, they did and they were a field goal from winning the Super Bowl again, this time being the favorite. Warner is the underdog in this situation again and could have another ring on his finger. No matter what happens on Sunday night; Kurt Warner is a bonafide Hall of Famer.
Do they have the Edge?
-The reason the Cardinals are in the Super Bowl plain and simple is the improved running game all of the sudden with the re-emergence of the Edgerrin James who said he almost quit the team because he wasnt getting carries. Pittsburgh has the best defense especially on the aspect of running. They dont need a big carries tomorrow but just a couple big gains to open up the pass game.
Can O-Line Handle the Rush?
-They have no big name lineman but that might not matter. They are coached by Russ Grimm whose one of the best coaches in the business so who knows. They havent seen a rush quite like this one though. Warner has had great protection all throughout the playoffs and will need it badly tomorrow.
Pittsburgh:
Does Big Ben step up?
-This is something that Pittsburgh will need to win this game tomorrow. If Big Ben is on, I really find it hard to pick against the Steelers. If he takes over the game instead of manages the game; it will be a blowout trust me.
Does the running game show up?
-Its basically the same thing with Arizona as they will need somewhat of a running game and if they dont have it they are in trouble. The Steelers had it in the divisional playoff but they didnt have it in the championship. Willie Parker is another huge key to for success.
The best secondary versus the best receiving core.
- This could go in either category but seriously this is what I am most excited for is to see Larry Fitzgerald (who has made himself into a superstar) and Anquan Boldin versus Troy Polamalu and Ryan Clark. It will be the best matchup of the Super Bowl and if Polamulu can hold these guys in check, it will be game over.
Prediction:
In my opinion, this will be a better game than people think it will be. I think the media including me didnt believe in Pittsburgh all year (look at all picks on how I ripped them) or how people didnt believe Arizona in the playoffs so the "No Respect" aspect is out the window. The receivers of the Cardinals and the secondary of the Steelers will even out. Finally, my pick... I think the Steelers will win because they will be able to contain the running game of Arizona and Parker will be able to run the ball resulting in a win. PITT 24-17
-Charlie.
Arizona:
Havent we learned our lesson yet?
-Kurt Warner has always been able to defy the odds that everyone puts in front of him and its foolish of us to bet against him after all this time. When no one expected St. Louis to do it, they did and they were a field goal from winning the Super Bowl again, this time being the favorite. Warner is the underdog in this situation again and could have another ring on his finger. No matter what happens on Sunday night; Kurt Warner is a bonafide Hall of Famer.
Do they have the Edge?
-The reason the Cardinals are in the Super Bowl plain and simple is the improved running game all of the sudden with the re-emergence of the Edgerrin James who said he almost quit the team because he wasnt getting carries. Pittsburgh has the best defense especially on the aspect of running. They dont need a big carries tomorrow but just a couple big gains to open up the pass game.
Can O-Line Handle the Rush?
-They have no big name lineman but that might not matter. They are coached by Russ Grimm whose one of the best coaches in the business so who knows. They havent seen a rush quite like this one though. Warner has had great protection all throughout the playoffs and will need it badly tomorrow.
Pittsburgh:
Does Big Ben step up?
-This is something that Pittsburgh will need to win this game tomorrow. If Big Ben is on, I really find it hard to pick against the Steelers. If he takes over the game instead of manages the game; it will be a blowout trust me.
Does the running game show up?
-Its basically the same thing with Arizona as they will need somewhat of a running game and if they dont have it they are in trouble. The Steelers had it in the divisional playoff but they didnt have it in the championship. Willie Parker is another huge key to for success.
The best secondary versus the best receiving core.
- This could go in either category but seriously this is what I am most excited for is to see Larry Fitzgerald (who has made himself into a superstar) and Anquan Boldin versus Troy Polamalu and Ryan Clark. It will be the best matchup of the Super Bowl and if Polamulu can hold these guys in check, it will be game over.
Prediction:
In my opinion, this will be a better game than people think it will be. I think the media including me didnt believe in Pittsburgh all year (look at all picks on how I ripped them) or how people didnt believe Arizona in the playoffs so the "No Respect" aspect is out the window. The receivers of the Cardinals and the secondary of the Steelers will even out. Finally, my pick... I think the Steelers will win because they will be able to contain the running game of Arizona and Parker will be able to run the ball resulting in a win. PITT 24-17
-Charlie.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
NFC-AFC Championship Recap
Well the day is done and we are down to two teams in the National Football League. A day that I thought would be very boring turned out to be rather exciting. I will break all down for you guys starting now...
Arizona 32 Philadelphia 25- For the first time in history, the Arizona Cardinals are going to the Super Bowl. The 2008-2009 sports season has already been filled with unpredictability and now add the Cardinals to the list.
This was a great game for the fans of teams not named the Eagles or the Cardinals, it had its ups and downs and alot of hair-pulling moments. The Cardinals had led 24-6 at halftime and I thought I would have a couple hours to watch 24, not so fast my friend. Donovan McNabb willed his team back from the grave finding his tight end Brent Celek for two big touchdowns. Then McNabb found DeSean Jackson deep for the go-ahead touchdown. The Cardinals showed poise as they brought the ball down the field including a clutch fourth and inches. Then they scored on a Tim Hightower screen pass from Kurt Warner on third goal. On the final drive, the Cardinals beared down as they stopped McNabb on a fourth down and many Philly fans will complain about non-pass interference call on Rodrick Hood on the final play. I think because Kevin Curtis had a chance to make the play afterwards, there was no need to make the call.
Kurt Warner who in my opinion is a Hall of Famer once again had a huge game throwing four touchdowns, no interceptions and only missing seven passes. Larry Fitzgerald is playing like the best wide receiver in football right now. I would compare his playoff performance with B.J. Upton of the Tampa Bay Rays. Fitz had an alright regular season but had a huge playoff season. I mean everyone was talking about the performance Anquan Boldin all year but now its all about Fitzgerald. The Eagles are now 1-4 in NFC Championship games under Andy Reid so basically they are the Bills of championship games. Brian Westbrook proved to be a non-factor again and McNabb performance especially in the second half was amazing. He threw for 375 yards with three touchdowns, and one interception. McNabb did everything he could but it wasnt enough as the corners for Philadelphia couldnt stop Fitzgerald or Boldin which brings up another point why wouldnt the blitz specialist Jim Johnson keep doing it when Warner was burning them consistently on the man-to-man coverage.
Pittsburgh 23 Baltimore 14- Many are saying this was one of the hardest hitting games ever witnessed and I would agree. This would be the perfect song on how to describe this game. So many guys got jacked up and the emotions were so high. Despite my bashing of the Steelers week in week out for their continuous coverage, they were the most consistent team in football.
The Steelers put up the first six points on the board with two field goals from this guy... yes this guy, I wonder whats his pickup line with girls? Then on a third and nine, Ben Roethlisberger scrambled out of the pocket which was the biggest thing he did all game; found Santonio Holmes for a long touchdown with some great down field blocking. The Ravens struck back with a goal line touchdown from Wills McGahee set up by Wisconsin own Jim Leonhard long punt return. The Steelers got another field goal by spiked one and then McGahee punched another teeder to make it 16-14. Then Troy Polamalu took back an interception to put the icing on the AFC Championship cake.
The hardest thing about the Steelers defense is the fact that no one can run the football on them. The Ravens had ran the ball more than anyone else in the NFL and they couldnt do shit against Steelers forcing Joe Flacco to pass the ball more than he had all throughout the playoffs. Speaking of Flacco, he looked like a rookie today. Flacco went 13/30, only 140 yards and three interceptions. I have enjoyed watching Ed Reed throughout the playoffs and he is a great player, probably the most dangerous playing after an interception BUT... Troy Polamalu is the best safety in the leauge. He makes so many plays to stop the run, creating deflections, or taking on back to the house as stated before.
The Ravens defense didnt look as strong as they did the last two games because of so many injuries. Terrell Suggs was not the same player he was with his banged-up shoulder and they lost Samari Rolle from the last game against Tennesse. Then all the other cornerbacks seemed to get hurt in the game today. The Ravens offense will be strong in the upcoming years but the question will be how much of their defense comes back? Ed Reed, Ray Lewis, and Terrell Suggs are all free agents next year which I think both Reed and Lewis are back but Suggs will move on.
I will give a Pittsburgh-Arizona next week because we still have two weeks before the game even is played..
-Charlie.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
NFL Divisional Picks
I am sorry I am bit late on this but I still give you all of them....
Saturday
Baltimore at Tennessee- Some are calling this game boring and yes, it will probably have its moments although this will be one of the hardest hitting games you will ever see. The Titans are going to be ready to play this game, they havent played in a couple of weeks and the big key is Albert Hanyesworth and Kyle Vanden Bosch are both back from injury. They need Kerry Collins to have a decent game to let the run develop. The Ravens defense is really tough right now and no one is playing better than Ed Reed is right now. Although when it all boils down to it, Joe Flacco is a rookie quarterback and I just dont see him able to carry his team. TENN 17-13
Arizona at Carolina- Everyone is saying that this game will be a complete blowout by the Carolina Panthers. You gotta believe that the Cards are using that as motivation all week to get their guys up for this playoff game. Kurt Warner still has it in him to lead this guys to victory and I think they can if they can stop the run like they did last weekend. But if the Panthers score two quick touchdowns or any early turnovers it could be a long game for Arizona. I will do a Lee Corso, "Closer than the experts think!" CAR 28-24
Sunday
Philadelphia at New York Giants- The big NFC East rematch, I think its crazy that there are people still doubting the Giants after all they have done this year so far. Also I think people are riding the jocks of Phillie a little too hard. Brian Westbrook had a huge game last year in the Meadowlands and for them to win, they need that out of him again. Eli Manning does need another reciever to step up for them to replace Swiss Plax because they hasnt happen yet. I will take the Giants in an ugly one. NYG 20-13
San Diego at Pittsburgh- Great stat for all you fans out there. San Diego is 0-13 against Pittsburgh in the regular season but the Chargers are 2-0 against the Steelers in the playoffs. I remember in 1995, no one thought that Stan Humpheries could beat the Steelers at Three Rivers and they did. Anyways, Darren Sproles is a perfect Ewing Theory candidate and I really think the Steelers havent seen a player like that this year. The big question is the Chargers defense shut down the Colts last weekend and what makes you think they cant do again with a lesser offense? I am taking the Chargers in an upset and will amaze myself on how Norv Turner wins playoff games with San Diego. SD 24-13
-Charlie.
Saturday
Baltimore at Tennessee- Some are calling this game boring and yes, it will probably have its moments although this will be one of the hardest hitting games you will ever see. The Titans are going to be ready to play this game, they havent played in a couple of weeks and the big key is Albert Hanyesworth and Kyle Vanden Bosch are both back from injury. They need Kerry Collins to have a decent game to let the run develop. The Ravens defense is really tough right now and no one is playing better than Ed Reed is right now. Although when it all boils down to it, Joe Flacco is a rookie quarterback and I just dont see him able to carry his team. TENN 17-13
Arizona at Carolina- Everyone is saying that this game will be a complete blowout by the Carolina Panthers. You gotta believe that the Cards are using that as motivation all week to get their guys up for this playoff game. Kurt Warner still has it in him to lead this guys to victory and I think they can if they can stop the run like they did last weekend. But if the Panthers score two quick touchdowns or any early turnovers it could be a long game for Arizona. I will do a Lee Corso, "Closer than the experts think!" CAR 28-24
Sunday
Philadelphia at New York Giants- The big NFC East rematch, I think its crazy that there are people still doubting the Giants after all they have done this year so far. Also I think people are riding the jocks of Phillie a little too hard. Brian Westbrook had a huge game last year in the Meadowlands and for them to win, they need that out of him again. Eli Manning does need another reciever to step up for them to replace Swiss Plax because they hasnt happen yet. I will take the Giants in an ugly one. NYG 20-13
San Diego at Pittsburgh- Great stat for all you fans out there. San Diego is 0-13 against Pittsburgh in the regular season but the Chargers are 2-0 against the Steelers in the playoffs. I remember in 1995, no one thought that Stan Humpheries could beat the Steelers at Three Rivers and they did. Anyways, Darren Sproles is a perfect Ewing Theory candidate and I really think the Steelers havent seen a player like that this year. The big question is the Chargers defense shut down the Colts last weekend and what makes you think they cant do again with a lesser offense? I am taking the Chargers in an upset and will amaze myself on how Norv Turner wins playoff games with San Diego. SD 24-13
-Charlie.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Suggs' Bounty
The reason for the title is because on the radio this week, Terrell Suggs the outside linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens said that they had a "bounty" on Rashard Mendenhall and Hines Ward. Interesting, since Mendenhall got knocked out for the season with a shoulder injury in the game against the Ravens. Also to add to the evidence, Mendenhall made comments about how he would have a "breakout game" against the Ravens and Suggs basically told him "Rookies cannot talk that way." So what he got here is an NFL investigation.
I personally think nothing will come out of it because this seems to happen once a year- last year the Packers were questioned about after their corners had put a "bounty" on Adrian Peterson. Mark Scherleth of ESPN who I think is one of more intelligent people at ESPN said in his twelve years, he had never heard anything about purposely wanted to hurt a player. I somewhat agree, you always want to stop certain players but you never what to hurt the guy. You might have some sort of goal like hold him to 50 yards of rushing and use that as motivation. I am pretty sure thats what we have here.
The final note on this one is why do the Ravens think they are the hardest team in the NFL. They act like they are the baddest MFing defense you have ever since when in reality, they gave up 31 points to the Colts two weeks ago. Also another thing that pisses me off is ever since 2004, Ray Lewis always comes in late on tackles and then struts around like he made the tackle.
I dont know the Ravens were just a team I have never really enjoyed watching, maybe its because they got Trent Dilfer a Super Bowl ring, ew.
-Charlie.
I personally think nothing will come out of it because this seems to happen once a year- last year the Packers were questioned about after their corners had put a "bounty" on Adrian Peterson. Mark Scherleth of ESPN who I think is one of more intelligent people at ESPN said in his twelve years, he had never heard anything about purposely wanted to hurt a player. I somewhat agree, you always want to stop certain players but you never what to hurt the guy. You might have some sort of goal like hold him to 50 yards of rushing and use that as motivation. I am pretty sure thats what we have here.
The final note on this one is why do the Ravens think they are the hardest team in the NFL. They act like they are the baddest MFing defense you have ever since when in reality, they gave up 31 points to the Colts two weeks ago. Also another thing that pisses me off is ever since 2004, Ray Lewis always comes in late on tackles and then struts around like he made the tackle.
I dont know the Ravens were just a team I have never really enjoyed watching, maybe its because they got Trent Dilfer a Super Bowl ring, ew.
-Charlie.
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