By Paul Gotham Tougher than the rest Indianapolis, Denver, Minnesota, and the New York Giants continue on without defeat (New Orleans enjoyed the bye week also undefeated). Minnesota's decision to sign Brett Favre parted the waters. For right now, it looks like those in agreement were right. Of course there is much football to be played yet this season. It is hard to … [Read more...] about NFL Splinters | Week 5, 2009
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NFL Splinters | Week 3 2009
By Paul Gotham Contenders, Chrissie Hynde, and The Promised Land Three weeks in the books, and seven teams have yet to lose: the NY Jets, Indianapolis Colts, Baltimore Ravens, Denver Broncos, New York Giants, New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings. It comes as no surprise to see the Colts, Ravens, Giants, Saints, and Vikings on this list. Indy showed last week that … [Read more...] about NFL Splinters | Week 3 2009
New England Patriots: American Pie
Was it just a week ago I can still remember How those Patriots went for perfection With publishers set to tell the tale Big Blue seemed sure to fail Belichik would get satisfaction After January made us shiver The Frozen Tundra we remember Bad news on the doorstep Could the Pats take one more step We all remember how T.O. cried When he tried to cover his QB’s hide But no one … [Read more...] about New England Patriots: American Pie
It’s The End of the World as We Know It
That’s great. It starts with a loss of Jake Cleveland - on the make. It’s Progressive for God’s sake! Eye of a Djokovic Down goes Federer – so long Rafael – hello Tsonga Feeding off an Aussie feast Yum! Now! Hornets in a fire Representing some eight games Spurs look uninspired Pat Reily and a messy do Guards of the West are comin’ in a fury Breathin’ down Popovic’s neck Team … [Read more...] about It’s The End of the World as We Know It
Giants Make It Three In A Row
Adding to the mounting argument of parity versus mediocrity in the NFL, the New York Giants have managed to qualify for the post-season a third consecutive time. Buoyed by an opportunistic defense and spirited running attack the Giants fended off the feisty Buffalo Bills, 38-21.Despite another lackluster performance by Eli Manning the Jints punched their ticket for the NFL’s … [Read more...] about Giants Make It Three In A Row