Exercises in Patience: Anthony Richardson, Jim Harbaugh, Shaquille O’Neal, and the straw polls that broke the camel’s back

Every time I think about whether a franchise should keep a player, or perhaps more importantly whether a fan base has turned on a player, I can’t help but think about what went down in Orlando in the summer of Continue reading Exercises in Patience: Anthony Richardson, Jim Harbaugh, Shaquille O’Neal, and the straw polls that broke the camel’s back

Ohio State odds don’t justify premature panic

I love a healthy dose of recency bias, especially when you parlay it with a pinch of panic and a just a hint of woe is me. With only four, completed football games under their belt, Ohio State Buckeyes fans Continue reading Ohio State odds don’t justify premature panic

The race.  To not sign Colin Kaepernick

Alright, I’m going to take a shot at ruffling a few feathers.  Here goes nothing. I’ve read a lot lately about Colin Kaepernick.  In case for some bizarre reason you still don’t know who Colin Kaepernick is, he’s the former Continue reading The race.  To not sign Colin Kaepernick

Knowing Your Place:  What College Sports Programs and Booty Calls Have in Common

I used to have a friend, still do actually, who used to preach the expression “Know your place” when it came to women and relationships. I would talk to him regularly about my goings on with the opposite sex.  Many Continue reading Knowing Your Place:  What College Sports Programs and Booty Calls Have in Common

Week Ten Against the Spread Pick ‘Em: SportsChump vs. KP vs. Doctor Milhouse

There’s an expression I’ve learned over my many years of living in the South.  It goes a little something like this. When referring to someone’s usefulness, or lack thereof, it’s not uncommon to hear a true Southerner say “That boy Continue reading Week Ten Against the Spread Pick ‘Em: SportsChump vs. KP vs. Doctor Milhouse

As the World Tweets: Your AFC/NFC Championship Edition

On a glorious Sunday afternoon, NFL fans were treated to two captivating football games that, when it was all said and done, totally lived up to their billing.

Heisman Trophy winners or runners-up: Who made the better pros?

A buddy and I were recently discussing past Heisman Trophy winners.  After all, it is that time of year. As we all know, bringing home the most coveted, individual award in college athletics doesn’t necessarily guarantee success in the NFL.

Another Sunday afternoon of texting leads to potential podcast revival

Every once in a while, I’ve been known to plop down at a local saloon, watch some random sporting event and text my buddy Croshere (whose secret identity may soon be revealed pending podcast).  I’ll giggle and snort out loud, Continue reading Another Sunday afternoon of texting leads to potential podcast revival

A mid-season look at NFL over-unders

Now that we’ve reached the mid-way point of the NFL season, I thought it’d be wise to revisit our Over/Under contest and see whether any of us have been able to cash a winning ticket.

Schwartz v. Harbaugh: A tale of four Jims

For those of you who failed to tune into Sunday’s Wrestlemania, er… NFL game of the week between the 4-1 49ers and the 5-0 Lions, you missed some fireworks, not only during the game, but afterward as well.  I call Continue reading Schwartz v. Harbaugh: A tale of four Jims