Green Bay Packers vs. Denver Broncos:
Look for this game to be close start to finished. These teams seem to be evenly matched and the winning team may be decided by who makes the least costly mistakes. Brett Farve got off to an hot start, but has cooled down in the last few weeks. Jay Cutler has improved his play, but the Broncos won all three of their games by last second field goals. Packers win on the road. 24-20.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Monday, October 29, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
Haz's Week 8 Picks
Haz's Stats...
Wins-29
Losses-17
BYES: Cowboys, Seahawks, Cardinals, Falcons, Chiefs, Ravens
Week 8 Games
Panthers @ Colts: Look for the Colts fast and aggressive "D" to overwhelm Testaverde aka "Father Time" and the offense of the Carolina Panthers. Colts win 31-9
Lions @ Bears: This rivalry game will go down to the final gun, but the Lions will present to many problems to the Bears defense which is still banged up. Lions win 20-17.
Steelers @ Bengals: The Steelers own the Bengals, PERIOD!!!! Steelers win 35-17.
Giants @ Dolphins (in London, Welmbly Stadium): The NFL is showcasing the worlds worst football team in at an atempt to gain more fans internationally. TOO BAD... This is a bad idea and it's going to blow up in Roger Gadel's face when the Giants win 38-0.
Eagles @ Vikings: The only reason I picked the Eagles to win is the uninspired play of Tarvaris Jackson and his unfamilar backups Kelly Holcomb & Brooks Bollinger. Eagles win 17-13.
Browns @ Rams: Is this the week when Rams get back on track? NO SIR!!! Browns win 21-16.
Raiders @ Titans: Defensive struggle for sure. Raider win in a upset on the road 9-6.
Bills @ Jets: This game sucks. Bills win 13-10.
Texans @ Chargers: Not sure where the game is going to be played, but it doesn't matter, because the Chargers win big and play inspiredly 34-10.
Jags @ Buccaneers: No Garrad, no chance. Bucs win 20-0.
Redskins @ Patriots: This is an very intriguing matchup which will end in a route. Patriots win 38-14.
Saints @ 49ers: The 49ers are a joke. Sorry Frank Gore, but it's not your time. Saints win 24-12.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Wins-29
Losses-17
BYES: Cowboys, Seahawks, Cardinals, Falcons, Chiefs, Ravens
Week 8 Games
Panthers @ Colts: Look for the Colts fast and aggressive "D" to overwhelm Testaverde aka "Father Time" and the offense of the Carolina Panthers. Colts win 31-9
Lions @ Bears: This rivalry game will go down to the final gun, but the Lions will present to many problems to the Bears defense which is still banged up. Lions win 20-17.
Steelers @ Bengals: The Steelers own the Bengals, PERIOD!!!! Steelers win 35-17.
Giants @ Dolphins (in London, Welmbly Stadium): The NFL is showcasing the worlds worst football team in at an atempt to gain more fans internationally. TOO BAD... This is a bad idea and it's going to blow up in Roger Gadel's face when the Giants win 38-0.
Eagles @ Vikings: The only reason I picked the Eagles to win is the uninspired play of Tarvaris Jackson and his unfamilar backups Kelly Holcomb & Brooks Bollinger. Eagles win 17-13.
Browns @ Rams: Is this the week when Rams get back on track? NO SIR!!! Browns win 21-16.
Raiders @ Titans: Defensive struggle for sure. Raider win in a upset on the road 9-6.
Bills @ Jets: This game sucks. Bills win 13-10.
Texans @ Chargers: Not sure where the game is going to be played, but it doesn't matter, because the Chargers win big and play inspiredly 34-10.
Jags @ Buccaneers: No Garrad, no chance. Bucs win 20-0.
Redskins @ Patriots: This is an very intriguing matchup which will end in a route. Patriots win 38-14.
Saints @ 49ers: The 49ers are a joke. Sorry Frank Gore, but it's not your time. Saints win 24-12.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Weezy Knows Baseball...!!
After about 7 months of blood, sweat, and tears, the time has finally come for a champion to emerge. Sure, winning their respective leagues was a great accomplishment, but going home without the World Series Championship Trophy makes your season as irrelevant as all of the other teams in baseball. 2nd place is 1st loser, or as Ricky Bobby might say, "If you ain't 1st, you're last." I'm sure we all can relate, when our respective teams make it to the "dance" and don't come home with the goods, who the hell cares about the rest of the season, or that they made it to the "dance," they suck because they didn't win. Maybe my shitty philosophy was bred into me where I grew up, or maybe you agree with me, who knows. The Bo Sox and the Rockies, who will win?
The answer is probably quite obvious, but then again, everyone probably said the same thing when the Marlins faced the Yankees in 2003. Oh, I just forgot, what Marlins pitcher had the greatest affect on that series, Josh Beckett, Marlins pulled off the upset. Well, he's a Red Sox now and he's pitching Game 1, not good news for the Rockies, especially after that long lay-off they had. Talk about jumping into a fire pit, good luck with that Colorado. However, Colorado has a couple of advantages in the series: they are being completely overlooked, almost to a point where it seems as if everyone outside of Colorado is saying the Red Sox might as well go ahead and start playing with themselves, Colorado has "the frozen tundra" of baseball, and they are riding that sick winning streak, 22 games I believe. Do I have to talk about Boston's advantages?
I didn't think so, but who knows, I guess that's why they play them huh? I still got Boston in 5, maybe they'll let it go 6, so they can celebrate in front of their home crowd. I'm sure it'll be about 20 degrees warmer as well. God bless and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
The answer is probably quite obvious, but then again, everyone probably said the same thing when the Marlins faced the Yankees in 2003. Oh, I just forgot, what Marlins pitcher had the greatest affect on that series, Josh Beckett, Marlins pulled off the upset. Well, he's a Red Sox now and he's pitching Game 1, not good news for the Rockies, especially after that long lay-off they had. Talk about jumping into a fire pit, good luck with that Colorado. However, Colorado has a couple of advantages in the series: they are being completely overlooked, almost to a point where it seems as if everyone outside of Colorado is saying the Red Sox might as well go ahead and start playing with themselves, Colorado has "the frozen tundra" of baseball, and they are riding that sick winning streak, 22 games I believe. Do I have to talk about Boston's advantages?
I didn't think so, but who knows, I guess that's why they play them huh? I still got Boston in 5, maybe they'll let it go 6, so they can celebrate in front of their home crowd. I'm sure it'll be about 20 degrees warmer as well. God bless and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
Haz's NFL FAB 5 Week 8
Here is what I believe is the top 5 elite teams in the National Football League leading up to this weekends games...
1. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 7-0
2. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS 6-0
3. DALLAS COWBOYS 6-1
4. GREEN BAY PACKERS 5-1
5. NEW YORK GIANTS 5-2
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
1. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 7-0
2. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS 6-0
3. DALLAS COWBOYS 6-1
4. GREEN BAY PACKERS 5-1
5. NEW YORK GIANTS 5-2
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's AFC Power Rankings Week 8
1. Patriots 7-0
2. Colts 6-0
3. Steelers 4-2
4. Titans 4-2
5. Jaguars 4-2
6. Chiefs 4-3
7. Ravens 4-3
8. Chargers 3-3
9. Browns 3-3
10. Broncos 3-3
11. Texans 3-4
12. Raiders 2-4
13. Bengals 2-4
14. Jets 1-6
15. Dolphins 0-7
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
2. Colts 6-0
3. Steelers 4-2
4. Titans 4-2
5. Jaguars 4-2
6. Chiefs 4-3
7. Ravens 4-3
8. Chargers 3-3
9. Browns 3-3
10. Broncos 3-3
11. Texans 3-4
12. Raiders 2-4
13. Bengals 2-4
14. Jets 1-6
15. Dolphins 0-7
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's NFC Power Rankings Week 8
1. Cowboys 6-1
2. Packers 5-1
3. Giants 5-2
4. Redskins 4-2
5. Panthers 4-2
6. Lions 4-2
7. Seahawks 4-3
8. Buccaneers 4-3
9. Cardinals 3-4
10. Bears 3-4
11. Eagles 2-4
12. Saints 2-4
13. 49ers 2-4
14. Falcons 1-6
15. Rams 0-7
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
2. Packers 5-1
3. Giants 5-2
4. Redskins 4-2
5. Panthers 4-2
6. Lions 4-2
7. Seahawks 4-3
8. Buccaneers 4-3
9. Cardinals 3-4
10. Bears 3-4
11. Eagles 2-4
12. Saints 2-4
13. 49ers 2-4
14. Falcons 1-6
15. Rams 0-7
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Monday, October 15, 2007
WHAT THE...
You know, this is supposed to be the time of year when everyone is all fired up about the NFL. The what, what, what? Right now, between college football and the MLB playoffs, which include those pesky pellets of hail called the Colorado Rockies and those 2 monsters lurking in the ALCS in Boston and Cleveland, the last thing going on in my head is the what, what, what. Sure, you'll tell me, college football is on Saturday and baseball is mainly on at late night so what's your point about not watching football? My response to your response is...Where the (bleep) have you been? I could sit here and write so many individual blogs its not even funny, but I have not the time, nor the patience, I wouldn't be able to stay calm just writing about it all.
We will start with yesterday, everyone's marquee match-up was the Pats and the Boys. The final score was no indication of how the actual game was, it was a great game up to the 4th quarter. Who will be able to stop the Pats, circle your calenders for the Indy game, because that's fixing up to be an ol' fashioned slobber knocker. The 2 other stand outs from yesterday were last year's rookie of the year, and barring injury, this year's rookie of the year. Devin Hester and Adrian Peterson went shot for shot yesterday before Minnesota pulled it out with that bomb of a field goal. I would've watched those 2 fly back and forth all day yesterday, but I'm taking Adrian Peterson any day of the week over Devin Hester. I'm not saying Devin Hester isn't the best return man in the history of our game because he is, but Adrian Peterson can run you over, break your ankles, or break one 80 years without being touched, his size and speed is second to none right now. This is early to say, but look out, he quite possibly could be the next "sweetness."
In baseball, the Rockies are one game away from the World Series and who would have thought. This team has won 20 out of their last 21 games, that's unheard of. Maybe a team of destiny? Maybe Eric Byrnes was right, maybe their just "lucky." We we'll find out soon enough. The Tribe goes back to Cleveland with the series tied 1-1 looking to take a 2-1 series lead, maybe a little help from the "Canadian monsters?"
College football, where do I start. Thursday #21 ranked Florida State loses, Friday #16 Hawaii comes back and pulls one out, over a game San Jose State team who lead by 14 early in the 4th Quarter. Then Saturday, after seeing one of the greatest upsets of all time in USC losing, we turn around 1 week later and see the #1 and #2 ranked teams BOTH lose! Are you serious? Each week I pick up the paper and randomly select a top 5 team that's going to lose, this is crazy. The University of South Florida is ranked #2 in the nation, the who is ranked where? So we are down to 3, South Florida, Ohio State, and Boston College. If we look at the remaining schedules for these 3 teams... you know what, it doesn't even matter, the way college football is playing out this year, a high school team might jump up into the schedule somehow and beat 'em. Would you be surprised? At this point I don't think I would be either!!! Someone with one loss is winning the national title this year, my money is still on LSU.
Tonight's game, Byron and the boys are going to jump up and bite the sleeping Giants. Falcons in an upset 27-21. Plus I finally watched "We are Marshall" and I'm all fired up for Byron, that's how I know he'll win. God bless and much my brothers and sisters!
E-Weezy
We will start with yesterday, everyone's marquee match-up was the Pats and the Boys. The final score was no indication of how the actual game was, it was a great game up to the 4th quarter. Who will be able to stop the Pats, circle your calenders for the Indy game, because that's fixing up to be an ol' fashioned slobber knocker. The 2 other stand outs from yesterday were last year's rookie of the year, and barring injury, this year's rookie of the year. Devin Hester and Adrian Peterson went shot for shot yesterday before Minnesota pulled it out with that bomb of a field goal. I would've watched those 2 fly back and forth all day yesterday, but I'm taking Adrian Peterson any day of the week over Devin Hester. I'm not saying Devin Hester isn't the best return man in the history of our game because he is, but Adrian Peterson can run you over, break your ankles, or break one 80 years without being touched, his size and speed is second to none right now. This is early to say, but look out, he quite possibly could be the next "sweetness."
In baseball, the Rockies are one game away from the World Series and who would have thought. This team has won 20 out of their last 21 games, that's unheard of. Maybe a team of destiny? Maybe Eric Byrnes was right, maybe their just "lucky." We we'll find out soon enough. The Tribe goes back to Cleveland with the series tied 1-1 looking to take a 2-1 series lead, maybe a little help from the "Canadian monsters?"
College football, where do I start. Thursday #21 ranked Florida State loses, Friday #16 Hawaii comes back and pulls one out, over a game San Jose State team who lead by 14 early in the 4th Quarter. Then Saturday, after seeing one of the greatest upsets of all time in USC losing, we turn around 1 week later and see the #1 and #2 ranked teams BOTH lose! Are you serious? Each week I pick up the paper and randomly select a top 5 team that's going to lose, this is crazy. The University of South Florida is ranked #2 in the nation, the who is ranked where? So we are down to 3, South Florida, Ohio State, and Boston College. If we look at the remaining schedules for these 3 teams... you know what, it doesn't even matter, the way college football is playing out this year, a high school team might jump up into the schedule somehow and beat 'em. Would you be surprised? At this point I don't think I would be either!!! Someone with one loss is winning the national title this year, my money is still on LSU.
Tonight's game, Byron and the boys are going to jump up and bite the sleeping Giants. Falcons in an upset 27-21. Plus I finally watched "We are Marshall" and I'm all fired up for Byron, that's how I know he'll win. God bless and much my brothers and sisters!
E-Weezy
Aroun the World..NBA Preview
CENTRAL DIVISION
CAVS
"Bron-Bron" might have wore a New York Yankees cap at a Cleveland Indians game but I'm sure the Cleveland faithful will give him a free pass if he can get the Cavs back to the Finals this season. It will be a tough task though. The Cavs really didn't add any star power this off-season and decided their core squad from last season will do. Some, Like I, think that is a mistake because it was pretty clear how the Spurs man-handled them in the 2007 NBA Finals. Lebron cannot and doesn't want to do it alone, unlike Kobe. Point guard Daniel "Booby" Gibson has to show that he will be effective all season and his playoff performances were not "flooks". Big Z is aging and every year it shows, so Power Forward Drew Gooden has to play bigger role this season. Larry Hughes needs to flat out earn his paycheck this season...that's it. Bench play for the Cavs is solid and needs to stay consistent to go back to the Finals and repeat as Eastern Conference Champs.
PISTONS
Arguably the best TEAM in basketball over the last 3-4 years, the Detroit pistons are always contenders in the East. Led by floor General Chauncey Billups, the Pistons have the most complete starting five in the NBA. RASHEED WALLACE!!!! is the glue that keeps this team together, with his grit and energy (always looks as if he has warrants out for his arrest) he is flat out un-guardable. They showed that life could go on with out Big Ben (Ben Wallace) and had center by committee with veterans Antonio McDyess and Nazr Mohammed. It will a tough task to stop the one-two punch of Richard Hamilton AKA Reggie Miller Jr. and Tayshaun Prince, the combo last season combined to average over 34-points a game. Rock City is hungry and ready for a second NBA championship in four years.
BULLS
With the possibility of Kobe Bryant ending up in Chicago, Bulls fans hope for a mediocre season. Unless they like the array of young talent on this years roster. GM John Paxon would be a fool not to get Kobe but maybe a bigger fool to break the NBA best crop of young talent. If the Bulls can show the promise they did last season when they knocked off the Heat in they first round of last years playoffs, then the bulls will probably move on without Kobe. Points are not at a premium with "Ballers" Ben Gordon, Kurt Hinrich, and Luol Deng. "Big" Ben Wallace is allowed to wear his headband this season and won't look depressed out on the court anymore. Forwards Tyrus Thomas and Andres Nocioni are vital parts in the teams chemistry as well as back-up guard Chris Duhon AKA Special Teams Captain. Maybe the Bulls get off the hump this season and become true contenders for an Eastern Conference Championships.
MIKE
CAVS
"Bron-Bron" might have wore a New York Yankees cap at a Cleveland Indians game but I'm sure the Cleveland faithful will give him a free pass if he can get the Cavs back to the Finals this season. It will be a tough task though. The Cavs really didn't add any star power this off-season and decided their core squad from last season will do. Some, Like I, think that is a mistake because it was pretty clear how the Spurs man-handled them in the 2007 NBA Finals. Lebron cannot and doesn't want to do it alone, unlike Kobe. Point guard Daniel "Booby" Gibson has to show that he will be effective all season and his playoff performances were not "flooks". Big Z is aging and every year it shows, so Power Forward Drew Gooden has to play bigger role this season. Larry Hughes needs to flat out earn his paycheck this season...that's it. Bench play for the Cavs is solid and needs to stay consistent to go back to the Finals and repeat as Eastern Conference Champs.
PISTONS
Arguably the best TEAM in basketball over the last 3-4 years, the Detroit pistons are always contenders in the East. Led by floor General Chauncey Billups, the Pistons have the most complete starting five in the NBA. RASHEED WALLACE!!!! is the glue that keeps this team together, with his grit and energy (always looks as if he has warrants out for his arrest) he is flat out un-guardable. They showed that life could go on with out Big Ben (Ben Wallace) and had center by committee with veterans Antonio McDyess and Nazr Mohammed. It will a tough task to stop the one-two punch of Richard Hamilton AKA Reggie Miller Jr. and Tayshaun Prince, the combo last season combined to average over 34-points a game. Rock City is hungry and ready for a second NBA championship in four years.
BULLS
With the possibility of Kobe Bryant ending up in Chicago, Bulls fans hope for a mediocre season. Unless they like the array of young talent on this years roster. GM John Paxon would be a fool not to get Kobe but maybe a bigger fool to break the NBA best crop of young talent. If the Bulls can show the promise they did last season when they knocked off the Heat in they first round of last years playoffs, then the bulls will probably move on without Kobe. Points are not at a premium with "Ballers" Ben Gordon, Kurt Hinrich, and Luol Deng. "Big" Ben Wallace is allowed to wear his headband this season and won't look depressed out on the court anymore. Forwards Tyrus Thomas and Andres Nocioni are vital parts in the teams chemistry as well as back-up guard Chris Duhon AKA Special Teams Captain. Maybe the Bulls get off the hump this season and become true contenders for an Eastern Conference Championships.
MIKE
Friday, October 12, 2007
Around The World..NBA Preview
CENTRAL DIVISION continued...
BUCKS
Milwaukee Bucks first round pick Yi Jilian almost held out all off-season because he wanted to be on a team in a bigger and better city. Well maybe Milwaukee should have granted him that wish. What was believd as maybe the next Asian born basketball prodigy, Yi Jilian has turned into a difficult project. Great gaurd play from point Mo williams and rifle-man Michael Redd will carry the Bucks for but so long. They need productive bench play from forwards Desmond Mason and Charlie bell and need their bigs Andrew Bogut and Charlie Villanueva, AKA Mr. Albino, to be consistent all season.
PACERS
Who knows if All-Star forward Jermaine O'Neal is still happy in Indiana, but what we do know is he isn't a Laker or a Celtic...he is still a Pacer. With his name in numerous trade talks this past off-season Jermaine has to try and stay healthy and focused for Indy to be successful this year. The point gaurd position will be a crucial peice to this puzzle because there is no real noteable backup to often injured (and sometimes looks drunk on the court) Jammal Tinsley. The Pacers seem young and talented at the forward posititon with Danny Granger but needs sometype of ressurection to Troy Murphy and Mike Dunleavy's careers. Jeff Foster and David Harrison will be the only consistancy in the middle.
MIKE
BUCKS
Milwaukee Bucks first round pick Yi Jilian almost held out all off-season because he wanted to be on a team in a bigger and better city. Well maybe Milwaukee should have granted him that wish. What was believd as maybe the next Asian born basketball prodigy, Yi Jilian has turned into a difficult project. Great gaurd play from point Mo williams and rifle-man Michael Redd will carry the Bucks for but so long. They need productive bench play from forwards Desmond Mason and Charlie bell and need their bigs Andrew Bogut and Charlie Villanueva, AKA Mr. Albino, to be consistent all season.
PACERS
Who knows if All-Star forward Jermaine O'Neal is still happy in Indiana, but what we do know is he isn't a Laker or a Celtic...he is still a Pacer. With his name in numerous trade talks this past off-season Jermaine has to try and stay healthy and focused for Indy to be successful this year. The point gaurd position will be a crucial peice to this puzzle because there is no real noteable backup to often injured (and sometimes looks drunk on the court) Jammal Tinsley. The Pacers seem young and talented at the forward posititon with Danny Granger but needs sometype of ressurection to Troy Murphy and Mike Dunleavy's careers. Jeff Foster and David Harrison will be the only consistancy in the middle.
MIKE
Phillies Fans
Hey Phillies fans I was online today looking into the sports world and seen they are going to chase pitching talent. Then I looked at the names to only realize both of them are on their way down. Give the management credit when it is do both will most likely be in the baseball hall of fame when all is said and done but Im iffy on the situation. The two names are Curt Schilling who all should know and Mariano Rivera.Most would love to have both guys next year but at the same time the team is pretty young and these two are only a temperary fix. Gotta love the two but get someone else that will make a difference for the next 4 or 5 years.
Ray with Mike and Company
Ray with Mike and Company
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Weezy Notes
The "fall classic" is now down to 4 teams. There wasn't too much excitement in the Divisional Series', everyone but the Yankees got swept. In our NL Championship series, we have 2 low market teams fighting for the right to represent their respective league in the World Series. Personally, some might feel that it's good for baseball to see teams with such low markets in the World Series, I don't. Luckily, you have 2 monsters going at it in the AL Championship Series. The Sox and The Tribe, this is going to be one hell of a series. I really hope this series goes 6 or 7 games, after all that's the only series everyone is going to be watching. However, it is baseball and anything can happen in October so I guess we'll sit around watch.
What a MNF game last night! Holy Ish, how incredible, how can you not feel bad for the Bills? The CowBOYS, hence the word BOYS, better man up real quick because Moss and the Fella's are coming to DESTROY that secondary. As far as Buffalo, they just have to keep chomping at the bit. Terrance McGee is a man child, not only did he put TO on lock last night, he took that kick back 103 yards... psycho sick. Oh, and I loved Buffalo's uni's too, am I the only one? Another thing, last night's game brought me back to the late 90's, good ol' Therman and Jim, Don Beebe, big Bruce Smith, Cornelius Bennett, and I couldn't forget Andre! I wish I was young again. God Bless and much love.
E-Weezy
What a MNF game last night! Holy Ish, how incredible, how can you not feel bad for the Bills? The CowBOYS, hence the word BOYS, better man up real quick because Moss and the Fella's are coming to DESTROY that secondary. As far as Buffalo, they just have to keep chomping at the bit. Terrance McGee is a man child, not only did he put TO on lock last night, he took that kick back 103 yards... psycho sick. Oh, and I loved Buffalo's uni's too, am I the only one? Another thing, last night's game brought me back to the late 90's, good ol' Therman and Jim, Don Beebe, big Bruce Smith, Cornelius Bennett, and I couldn't forget Andre! I wish I was young again. God Bless and much love.
E-Weezy
Monday, October 8, 2007
Weezy's Re-cap
Sunday's NFL action really didn't bring about any surprises, New England and the Colts both remain undefeated, wow, what a shock! Green Bay lost it's first game to a Chicago team that looks like it may have found it's defense, well at least in the 2nd half it looked like they did. Arizona looks to have lost Matt Leinart for who knows how long, I don't think the Cards care either, they weren't playing him the whole time when he was healthy anyways. New Orleans remained win-less, a bit of a surprise, along with St. Louis and Miami. Speaking of Miami, what a horrific scene it was to see Trent Green being hauled off the field on a stretcher for the 2nd year in a row. Let's just pray for him and his family, that he has a decent recovery; he had a decent career and I'm sure he'll be missed by many.
It's about time San Diego found the end zone, what is going on over there? Norv Turner has the best football player on the planet and he's stinking up the league with his terrible coaching, "uhhh", somebody get me Marty Schottenheimer on the phone. Oh, and tonight's game is said to be a joke, that the Cowboys will run away with this game, but wait just one minute. I got a feeling, because I smell something, oh wait that's just dinner my bad, and I'm hungry as you know what. Just for fun though, I'm taking the Bills, you want to know why, because their circling the wagons brother (and sister).
College Football this year has been beyond incredible. Quite possibly the biggest upset in collegiate sports took place on Saturday when Stanford, a team who not only posted a 1-11 record last year, was also a 41 point underdog, beat one of the greatest college football dynasties of all time in USC. If you would've called me up and told me that was going to happen, I would've said to you if that happens you can tie me to a tree and kick me in the nuts. What man in their right mind would say something like that? Exactly, NONE, but that's the point I'm trying to make. You'd say something like that to be silly, because that's something all of us are sure would never happen. Stanford over USC, part of me still doesn't believe it.
Then you have Florida and LSU, putting on a show for us. LSU might be the funnest team in college football to watch. It's not bad enough the #2 ranked team in the nation lost, Wisconsin, the #5 ranked team in the land, also lost to Illinois. #8 Kentucky was up ended by the 'Ol Ball Coach's boys, #11 ranked South Carolina, to end their undefeated season. #6 South Florida, WHO? What a story they are, and #7 Boston College remain undefeated. It looks as if we may not have an undefeated Champion this year in college Football, just throwing that one out there.
The Rockies sent the Phils packing with their cute little NL East T-Shirts and Hats, the Diamondbacks did same with the Cubs. What a boring NLCS, who wants to watch those teams, honestly? Tonight, Cleveland will try and leave the Bronx without the Yankees. I think the Yankees don't want to go back to Cleveland because of those insects. Did you see those things? I felt like I was watching celebrity fear factor, they were gross! Good luck if they have to go back for game 5, I think the Tribe will do all that it can to end it tonight. Oh, by the way, has that ball Manny Ramirez hit the other night, his walk off home run, did that land yet? What a bomb!! God Bless and much love to all.
E-Weezy
It's about time San Diego found the end zone, what is going on over there? Norv Turner has the best football player on the planet and he's stinking up the league with his terrible coaching, "uhhh", somebody get me Marty Schottenheimer on the phone. Oh, and tonight's game is said to be a joke, that the Cowboys will run away with this game, but wait just one minute. I got a feeling, because I smell something, oh wait that's just dinner my bad, and I'm hungry as you know what. Just for fun though, I'm taking the Bills, you want to know why, because their circling the wagons brother (and sister).
College Football this year has been beyond incredible. Quite possibly the biggest upset in collegiate sports took place on Saturday when Stanford, a team who not only posted a 1-11 record last year, was also a 41 point underdog, beat one of the greatest college football dynasties of all time in USC. If you would've called me up and told me that was going to happen, I would've said to you if that happens you can tie me to a tree and kick me in the nuts. What man in their right mind would say something like that? Exactly, NONE, but that's the point I'm trying to make. You'd say something like that to be silly, because that's something all of us are sure would never happen. Stanford over USC, part of me still doesn't believe it.
Then you have Florida and LSU, putting on a show for us. LSU might be the funnest team in college football to watch. It's not bad enough the #2 ranked team in the nation lost, Wisconsin, the #5 ranked team in the land, also lost to Illinois. #8 Kentucky was up ended by the 'Ol Ball Coach's boys, #11 ranked South Carolina, to end their undefeated season. #6 South Florida, WHO? What a story they are, and #7 Boston College remain undefeated. It looks as if we may not have an undefeated Champion this year in college Football, just throwing that one out there.
The Rockies sent the Phils packing with their cute little NL East T-Shirts and Hats, the Diamondbacks did same with the Cubs. What a boring NLCS, who wants to watch those teams, honestly? Tonight, Cleveland will try and leave the Bronx without the Yankees. I think the Yankees don't want to go back to Cleveland because of those insects. Did you see those things? I felt like I was watching celebrity fear factor, they were gross! Good luck if they have to go back for game 5, I think the Tribe will do all that it can to end it tonight. Oh, by the way, has that ball Manny Ramirez hit the other night, his walk off home run, did that land yet? What a bomb!! God Bless and much love to all.
E-Weezy
Saturday, October 6, 2007
Week 5 Picks
Baseball is in full stride this week where the Rockies had to play a must win game just to get in and now possibly sweeping the Phillies. Manny walks off to put the Red Sox up 2-0. Lebron wearing a NY hat to a Cleveland game then NY loses two in a row. Maybe he should have just worn the Indians hat and had his Yankees go up 2-0 and he would have had the best of both worlds. The Diamondbacks are driving Lou Pinella crazy once again with a commanding two games to none lead over the Cubs but now its almost Sunday and we need to get into NFL mode and here is my week 5 picks.
Miami @ Houston
The Dolphins look like they should have kept Duante Clupepper and Im sure the fans are saying the same. They go to 0-5 with another loss to the Texans with Matt Schaub helping his team bounce back from the upset of last week. Texans win 21-10
Jacksonville @ Kansas City
I dont think the Chiefs have what it takes this year and Im not so sure Larry Johnson is running with a passion either. The combo of Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew handle most of the load for Jacksonville and lead the Jags to a victory. Jacksonville wins by two TDs 31-17
Cleveland @ New England
Tom Brady is having a season that is second to none. He is a shoe in for MVP so far this year for me and he has this offense marching up and down the field with ease. If Baltimore put up over 400 yards of offense Cleveland better get ready cause with the weapons the Patriots have its gonna be a long day. Patriots win 41-14
Carolina @ New Orleans
Keyshawn Johnson looks like he was 100% right when he told Dwayne Jarrett to stay at USC and not to go pro cause he wasnt ready now Jarrett is inactive for the 3rd game this year. This game should get the Saints going in the right direction especially after the bye week. Saints win at home 17-13
New York Jets @ New York Giants
Michael Strahan might be teammates with the player that will break his single season sack record. Osi Umenyiora had a half dozen sacks in one game that is amazing but lets see how he follows it up. Giants have been coming on in the past couple of weeks and will continue to look good winning this game. Giants win 24-14
Seattle @ Pittsburgh
Now is when you will see how good of a coach Mike Tomlin really is. Coming off the loss to Arizona to play a Seattle team that is also 3-1 will be a real test. I think he will have this Steelers team well prepared and get off the field with another victory and show he is the real deal like all of the former Pittsburgh coaches were. Steelers win 21-16
Arizona @ St. Louis
The dynamic duo of Matt and Kurt. No it dont sound right but it is working and it has the Cardinals at 2-2 and I believe with all of the offensive injuries the Rams have they will soon be 3-2. Cardinals win 27-6
Detroit @ Washington
Washington had an extra week to prepare for the Lions but this early in the season I dont think that matters to much. Detroit is playing some pretty good football against the not so great teams and this could be a good test for them. I think they continue to look strong this week and beat the Redskins. Lions win 21-17
Atlanta @ Tennessee
With the Titans and QB Vince Young I am not able to bet against him. He is just a winner and thats why I choose the Titans. Titans 21-10
Tampa Bay @ Indianapolis
In this game I think it will be to much of Peyton to all of his weapons. Tampa needs to get their backups at running back to carry quite a load which I dont believe they can do. Colts win 34-17.
San Diego @ Denver
San Diego gets off to a good start and holds off the Broncos. Chargers win 24-13. LT rushes for 150+.
Baltimore @ San Francisco
Baltimore gets there offense to control a little bit more of the clock and the Defense to stay fresh. Ravens win 17-10.
Chicago @ Green Bay
I still dont believe all the hype of the Packers and thats why I believe the Bears stun the 4-0 Pack at home. 20-17 Possibly a last second field goal.
Dallas @ Buffalo
T.O. in the spot light and all of the weapons on Dallas' Offense expect a big game I might even expect a blowout. Dallas 35-13
Ray Weed
Miami @ Houston
The Dolphins look like they should have kept Duante Clupepper and Im sure the fans are saying the same. They go to 0-5 with another loss to the Texans with Matt Schaub helping his team bounce back from the upset of last week. Texans win 21-10
Jacksonville @ Kansas City
I dont think the Chiefs have what it takes this year and Im not so sure Larry Johnson is running with a passion either. The combo of Fred Taylor and Maurice Jones-Drew handle most of the load for Jacksonville and lead the Jags to a victory. Jacksonville wins by two TDs 31-17
Cleveland @ New England
Tom Brady is having a season that is second to none. He is a shoe in for MVP so far this year for me and he has this offense marching up and down the field with ease. If Baltimore put up over 400 yards of offense Cleveland better get ready cause with the weapons the Patriots have its gonna be a long day. Patriots win 41-14
Carolina @ New Orleans
Keyshawn Johnson looks like he was 100% right when he told Dwayne Jarrett to stay at USC and not to go pro cause he wasnt ready now Jarrett is inactive for the 3rd game this year. This game should get the Saints going in the right direction especially after the bye week. Saints win at home 17-13
New York Jets @ New York Giants
Michael Strahan might be teammates with the player that will break his single season sack record. Osi Umenyiora had a half dozen sacks in one game that is amazing but lets see how he follows it up. Giants have been coming on in the past couple of weeks and will continue to look good winning this game. Giants win 24-14
Seattle @ Pittsburgh
Now is when you will see how good of a coach Mike Tomlin really is. Coming off the loss to Arizona to play a Seattle team that is also 3-1 will be a real test. I think he will have this Steelers team well prepared and get off the field with another victory and show he is the real deal like all of the former Pittsburgh coaches were. Steelers win 21-16
Arizona @ St. Louis
The dynamic duo of Matt and Kurt. No it dont sound right but it is working and it has the Cardinals at 2-2 and I believe with all of the offensive injuries the Rams have they will soon be 3-2. Cardinals win 27-6
Detroit @ Washington
Washington had an extra week to prepare for the Lions but this early in the season I dont think that matters to much. Detroit is playing some pretty good football against the not so great teams and this could be a good test for them. I think they continue to look strong this week and beat the Redskins. Lions win 21-17
Atlanta @ Tennessee
With the Titans and QB Vince Young I am not able to bet against him. He is just a winner and thats why I choose the Titans. Titans 21-10
Tampa Bay @ Indianapolis
In this game I think it will be to much of Peyton to all of his weapons. Tampa needs to get their backups at running back to carry quite a load which I dont believe they can do. Colts win 34-17.
San Diego @ Denver
San Diego gets off to a good start and holds off the Broncos. Chargers win 24-13. LT rushes for 150+.
Baltimore @ San Francisco
Baltimore gets there offense to control a little bit more of the clock and the Defense to stay fresh. Ravens win 17-10.
Chicago @ Green Bay
I still dont believe all the hype of the Packers and thats why I believe the Bears stun the 4-0 Pack at home. 20-17 Possibly a last second field goal.
Dallas @ Buffalo
T.O. in the spot light and all of the weapons on Dallas' Offense expect a big game I might even expect a blowout. Dallas 35-13
Ray Weed
Friday, October 5, 2007
AROUND THE WORLD...NBA PREVIEWS
ATLANTIC DIVISION
CELTICS
KG (Kevin Garnett) is by far the biggest piece to Head coach Doc River's new puzzle, no question. The question is where do the other pieces fit?...Sometimes disgruntled, swing-man Paul Peirce is going to have to adapt to his new TEAM (something he hasn't had since "Cyber Twan"-Antoine Walker left). Ray Allen, A.K.A Mr. He Got Game, A.K.A. Jesus Shuttlesworth, can put it up with the best of them.
Well since there is only one ball to go around during a game the Celtics are faced with a dilema. Who's going to get "The Big Three" the rock?...The Celts gave up last seasons floor general Delonte West in a package deal to the Seattle Supersonics. So now, they have a committee of young guards they will groom to be mainly distributing point guards. Incumbent PG Rajon Rando seems to fit the role the best but will get a little competition from rookie Gabe Pruitt out of USC.
NETS
Superstar Vince Carter re-signed with the team instead of heading south to Orlando...Magic got forward Rashard Lewis cheaper...Point guard Jason Kidd is back for another season and seems revitalized after a stellar performance in the FIBA international tourney. Mr. inconsistent A.K.A. Richard Jefferson will try and stay healthy and on the floor this season pending his isn't already sharing minutes with up and coming forward Antoine Wright.
The one spot the Nets continue to have trouble in, is in the middle at the Center position. They made due when they had Kenyon Martin at the power forward position years ago but since he left to Denver the void in the paint has been obvious. For awhile center Nenad Kristic looked like the answer but he suffered a season ending leg injury last year and it's hard to come back from that type of injury and have an immediate impact. The bench production has to be a lot better for the Nets to contend in the division none-the-less the conference
Mike
CELTICS
KG (Kevin Garnett) is by far the biggest piece to Head coach Doc River's new puzzle, no question. The question is where do the other pieces fit?...Sometimes disgruntled, swing-man Paul Peirce is going to have to adapt to his new TEAM (something he hasn't had since "Cyber Twan"-Antoine Walker left). Ray Allen, A.K.A Mr. He Got Game, A.K.A. Jesus Shuttlesworth, can put it up with the best of them.
Well since there is only one ball to go around during a game the Celtics are faced with a dilema. Who's going to get "The Big Three" the rock?...The Celts gave up last seasons floor general Delonte West in a package deal to the Seattle Supersonics. So now, they have a committee of young guards they will groom to be mainly distributing point guards. Incumbent PG Rajon Rando seems to fit the role the best but will get a little competition from rookie Gabe Pruitt out of USC.
NETS
Superstar Vince Carter re-signed with the team instead of heading south to Orlando...Magic got forward Rashard Lewis cheaper...Point guard Jason Kidd is back for another season and seems revitalized after a stellar performance in the FIBA international tourney. Mr. inconsistent A.K.A. Richard Jefferson will try and stay healthy and on the floor this season pending his isn't already sharing minutes with up and coming forward Antoine Wright.
The one spot the Nets continue to have trouble in, is in the middle at the Center position. They made due when they had Kenyon Martin at the power forward position years ago but since he left to Denver the void in the paint has been obvious. For awhile center Nenad Kristic looked like the answer but he suffered a season ending leg injury last year and it's hard to come back from that type of injury and have an immediate impact. The bench production has to be a lot better for the Nets to contend in the division none-the-less the conference
Mike
NBA Continued....
ATLANTIC DIVISON
76ERS
A whole season without Allen Iverson...hey whats the worst that could happen? The Sixers have been flirting with contention since they lost the reign of being contenders, when they let the Lakers win 4-straight games to win the NBA Finals back in 2001. With no true star power the sixers are putting a lot of pressure on the young shoulders of guard Andre Igoudala. Point guard Andre Miller will have a whole training camp to get familiar with his teammates and them to him. He could play an intricate part to the Sixers making some noise this season.
Sixers are crowded at a couple positions and used this past NBA draft to add some size on their front line. Rookie of the year CONTENDER (R.O.Y.= Kevin Durant) Thaddeus young will join Rodney Carney and Kyle Korver at the small forward, while Samuel Dalembert anchors the middle. They acquired power forward Reggie Evans this off-season to improve rebounding and energy. Guard Willie Green A.K.A. Mr. Buckets will be the primary bench production for the Sixers .
KNICKS
Marbury wants to finish his basketball career in Italy when his contract is up, Head Coach Isiah Thomas is in question about his commitment to the team, but there is no question in his commitment to Madison Square Garden employees, and big guys Eddie Curry and Zac Randolph have to find away to coexist...because both of them can't eat the up all the buffet's on the road.
All jokes aside the knicks are one of the most talented teams in the East, believe it or not. It's mostly young talent but if Isiah can get a true rotation and pile up his bench with some guards, instead of starting 3 or 4 guards every game, they could scare some teams with their depth. Outside shooting has been a problem for the Knicks and still hasn't been addressed.
RAPTORS
Last year's sleeper in the East will try and prove to NBA critics that they are "fo-real" and make back to back playoff visits. All-Star Forward Chris Bosh has to be the "Beast" he know he can be this season. Point guard T.J. Ford has to stay consistent and play at a high level all season. He needs to make sure role players Andre Bargnani, Anthony Parker, and newly acquired sharp shooter Jason Kapono play their roles.
Bench play is crucial for the Raps. It was evident last season during their playoff series with the Nets, they were not talented at certain positions on the bench. With no true big man once again Toronto has to turn to Rasho Nesterovic to fill the paint, good luck.
Mike
76ERS
A whole season without Allen Iverson...hey whats the worst that could happen? The Sixers have been flirting with contention since they lost the reign of being contenders, when they let the Lakers win 4-straight games to win the NBA Finals back in 2001. With no true star power the sixers are putting a lot of pressure on the young shoulders of guard Andre Igoudala. Point guard Andre Miller will have a whole training camp to get familiar with his teammates and them to him. He could play an intricate part to the Sixers making some noise this season.
Sixers are crowded at a couple positions and used this past NBA draft to add some size on their front line. Rookie of the year CONTENDER (R.O.Y.= Kevin Durant) Thaddeus young will join Rodney Carney and Kyle Korver at the small forward, while Samuel Dalembert anchors the middle. They acquired power forward Reggie Evans this off-season to improve rebounding and energy. Guard Willie Green A.K.A. Mr. Buckets will be the primary bench production for the Sixers .
KNICKS
Marbury wants to finish his basketball career in Italy when his contract is up, Head Coach Isiah Thomas is in question about his commitment to the team, but there is no question in his commitment to Madison Square Garden employees, and big guys Eddie Curry and Zac Randolph have to find away to coexist...because both of them can't eat the up all the buffet's on the road.
All jokes aside the knicks are one of the most talented teams in the East, believe it or not. It's mostly young talent but if Isiah can get a true rotation and pile up his bench with some guards, instead of starting 3 or 4 guards every game, they could scare some teams with their depth. Outside shooting has been a problem for the Knicks and still hasn't been addressed.
RAPTORS
Last year's sleeper in the East will try and prove to NBA critics that they are "fo-real" and make back to back playoff visits. All-Star Forward Chris Bosh has to be the "Beast" he know he can be this season. Point guard T.J. Ford has to stay consistent and play at a high level all season. He needs to make sure role players Andre Bargnani, Anthony Parker, and newly acquired sharp shooter Jason Kapono play their roles.
Bench play is crucial for the Raps. It was evident last season during their playoff series with the Nets, they were not talented at certain positions on the bench. With no true big man once again Toronto has to turn to Rasho Nesterovic to fill the paint, good luck.
Mike
Thursday, October 4, 2007
BASEBALL RECAP...
Well, the official 2007 MLB Playoffs started off last night, with the Rockies, Angles, Diamondbacks, and Sawks (for all you Boston natives) all coming out victorious. Most experts say winning the first game of a 5 game set is huge, I disagree, However; when you do it on the road that's HUGE. All 4 games were relatively low scoring games, which was a bit of a surprise personally, but there's a lot of baseball left to be played. Then again those low scores are probably a result of each team starting their ace, that would make some sense.
I have one question, has there ever been a pitcher called Mr. October (leave Ruth out of this)? I ask that because Josh Beckett pitched his 5th play-off shut out last night, 5th. This man is on the verge of being invincible in the post-season. He was filthy, disgusting, grossly, NASTY. I'm not even sure if that's a sentence, but that's my point, in the post season, I don't know if Josh Beckett is a human. What he was throwing last night should be outlawed and if he continues to pitch like that, Red Sox fans you better start camping outside of Fenway right now, because you'll definitely be in the World Series.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Lou Pinella I respect you with all of my heart, but didn't you see what happened to the Padres when they held back their ace for another game? Why you pulled Victor at 75 pitches is beyond all of us, but are you really trying to sell the media on "you trust your bullpen?" You're an idiot, excellent job. Let's save him for another game later in the series when you we're fighting to stay alive. Instead of letting him finishing game 1, getting the win, and taking things from there.
If the Phillies first 4 batters continue to go 0-38, with 29 K's, (exaggeration), they'll find themselves in the playoffs the same amount of time they found themselves in first place in the NL East.
Tonight 2 other teams start their bid for the Championship. The Cleveland Indians, the tribe, enter the playoffs not only enter the playoffs with the best record in baseball, but with a very solid pitching staff, and a line-up full up top notch sluggers. The other sticks it's long ugly nose into the playoff race (oh, sorry I was just talking about Joe Torre), with a solid all around team as well, it should be interesting. Enjoy all the action. God bless and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
I have one question, has there ever been a pitcher called Mr. October (leave Ruth out of this)? I ask that because Josh Beckett pitched his 5th play-off shut out last night, 5th. This man is on the verge of being invincible in the post-season. He was filthy, disgusting, grossly, NASTY. I'm not even sure if that's a sentence, but that's my point, in the post season, I don't know if Josh Beckett is a human. What he was throwing last night should be outlawed and if he continues to pitch like that, Red Sox fans you better start camping outside of Fenway right now, because you'll definitely be in the World Series.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Lou Pinella I respect you with all of my heart, but didn't you see what happened to the Padres when they held back their ace for another game? Why you pulled Victor at 75 pitches is beyond all of us, but are you really trying to sell the media on "you trust your bullpen?" You're an idiot, excellent job. Let's save him for another game later in the series when you we're fighting to stay alive. Instead of letting him finishing game 1, getting the win, and taking things from there.
If the Phillies first 4 batters continue to go 0-38, with 29 K's, (exaggeration), they'll find themselves in the playoffs the same amount of time they found themselves in first place in the NL East.
Tonight 2 other teams start their bid for the Championship. The Cleveland Indians, the tribe, enter the playoffs not only enter the playoffs with the best record in baseball, but with a very solid pitching staff, and a line-up full up top notch sluggers. The other sticks it's long ugly nose into the playoff race (oh, sorry I was just talking about Joe Torre), with a solid all around team as well, it should be interesting. Enjoy all the action. God bless and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
OCTOBER LOVE...
It's that time of year again, when football takes the backseat for about 2 weeks. Please do not misinterpret me, I am a die hard football fan, but it's October. You begin to shiver a little bit more (I attribute that to our emotional reaction for the upcoming intensity of "THE" sports time of the year), others say it's because of the weather; leaves cover the ground, and like I said, a cornucopia of sports becomes available. As for now however, when you say 'October' I think baseball. 8 teams competing for the best looking trophy in sports, with one team only 11 wins away from becoming the World Champions.
It doesn't get anymore exciting than this, for some reason baseball possess an aura around this time of year. Is it because of all the legends the game has produced? Every sport has produced legends right, but baseball has something special about it. It's not the Super Bowl I know, but in all honesty how special does the Super Bowl feel when you are watching it? We all love those hilarious commercials right, but if there were no hilarious commercials and glamorous concerts, would you watch the Super Bowl? Probably, but I shouldn't have to say probably, it should be a non-hesitant yes.
You might not have watched a lick of baseball all year; but we all find ourselves watching the fall classic, a game with not even 3/4's of the glamour of the Super Bowl. So let's get ready baby (not to steal from one of my idols Dick Vitale); clean the house, call a babysitter, send the women somewheres (no offense ladies), order some pizzas, get out your gear, call over the boys, get ready to get drunk, and you better tell the neighbors it's going to be a long couple of weeks, because it's October brother, America's pastime is in her finest hour . God bless all and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
It doesn't get anymore exciting than this, for some reason baseball possess an aura around this time of year. Is it because of all the legends the game has produced? Every sport has produced legends right, but baseball has something special about it. It's not the Super Bowl I know, but in all honesty how special does the Super Bowl feel when you are watching it? We all love those hilarious commercials right, but if there were no hilarious commercials and glamorous concerts, would you watch the Super Bowl? Probably, but I shouldn't have to say probably, it should be a non-hesitant yes.
You might not have watched a lick of baseball all year; but we all find ourselves watching the fall classic, a game with not even 3/4's of the glamour of the Super Bowl. So let's get ready baby (not to steal from one of my idols Dick Vitale); clean the house, call a babysitter, send the women somewheres (no offense ladies), order some pizzas, get out your gear, call over the boys, get ready to get drunk, and you better tell the neighbors it's going to be a long couple of weeks, because it's October brother, America's pastime is in her finest hour . God bless all and much love my brothers and sisters.
E-Weezy
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
NBA Check-in
WESTERN CONFERENCE RUNDOWN
Who wins the West?...Spurs look great but "Timmy" is getting older, Suns are battling with Amare's Knees and Marion's crying, but still have Nash dribbling in circles...T-Mac or Dirk?...Both appeared to be FRAUDS last season. Rockets add Stevie Franchise and Mavs added some "D" by acquiring Trenton Hassell. Doubt if either will get them over the hump.
Sleeper Picks...Jazz were able to tame the warriors last season in the playoffs but wasn't able to retain Derek Fisher. Deron Williams and Boozer won't miss AK-47 (Andre Kirilenko) if he is traded...Warriors are still hung-over from "trashing the Mavs", but B-Diddy (Baron Davis) and Stephen Jackson are "Ballers" for real...Iverson and Anthony are in their first full season and should make some noise. Kenyon Martin can't possibly hurt another knee...you only have two knees Kenyon...The Lake Show is trying to mend fences with Kobe and he is trying to mend with the players. L.A. is nothing without drama but the Lakers were 29-13 before injuries started to deplete their record.
Basement Dwellers...T'Wolves, Sonics, Blazers, Clippers, Kings, and Grizzs' are all out buying pampers for their "youngins". Wolves have no hope with-out KG (Kevin Garnett), Sonics do have Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant, but gave up to much to get him, Blazers...Oden...enough said, Clippers, Kings, and Grizz's go play a scratch off and guest your pick for next years draft.
Mike
Who wins the West?...Spurs look great but "Timmy" is getting older, Suns are battling with Amare's Knees and Marion's crying, but still have Nash dribbling in circles...T-Mac or Dirk?...Both appeared to be FRAUDS last season. Rockets add Stevie Franchise and Mavs added some "D" by acquiring Trenton Hassell. Doubt if either will get them over the hump.
Sleeper Picks...Jazz were able to tame the warriors last season in the playoffs but wasn't able to retain Derek Fisher. Deron Williams and Boozer won't miss AK-47 (Andre Kirilenko) if he is traded...Warriors are still hung-over from "trashing the Mavs", but B-Diddy (Baron Davis) and Stephen Jackson are "Ballers" for real...Iverson and Anthony are in their first full season and should make some noise. Kenyon Martin can't possibly hurt another knee...you only have two knees Kenyon...The Lake Show is trying to mend fences with Kobe and he is trying to mend with the players. L.A. is nothing without drama but the Lakers were 29-13 before injuries started to deplete their record.
Basement Dwellers...T'Wolves, Sonics, Blazers, Clippers, Kings, and Grizzs' are all out buying pampers for their "youngins". Wolves have no hope with-out KG (Kevin Garnett), Sonics do have Rookie of the Year Kevin Durant, but gave up to much to get him, Blazers...Oden...enough said, Clippers, Kings, and Grizz's go play a scratch off and guest your pick for next years draft.
Mike
NBA Check-in
EASTERN CONFERENCE RUNDOWN
Who wins the East this year?...The new and improved Celtics, The always gritty Pistons, or Can Bron-Bron take the same Cavs' team back to the finals?...Look for Big Ben and the Bulls to make a good run for an Eastern Conference crown, D-Wade is coming off shoulder Surgery and Shaq is being held together with duck tape so the Heat maybe have a chance. The young and surging Magic and Raptors can make some more noise this year and advance past the first round of the playoffs.
Sleeper picks...the Nets are solid, but old, at every position and they get back big guy Nenad Krisrtic, who was lost for all of last season. Hibachi (Gilbert Arenas) is in a contract year for the Wizards and he might drop more "buckets" then wins...Gil stop worrying about Kobe. Chris Paul is the hottest young point guard in the league but he needs help and the Hornets did nothing this off-season. The Bucks are BIG but still lack GREAT guard play, look for them to ease in and out all season.
Basement Dwellers...Sixers, Hawks, Knicks, Bobcats, and Pacers have OUTSIDE shots to play with the big boys in the off-season but have a better chance in winning the Lottery...Literally
Mike
Who wins the East this year?...The new and improved Celtics, The always gritty Pistons, or Can Bron-Bron take the same Cavs' team back to the finals?...Look for Big Ben and the Bulls to make a good run for an Eastern Conference crown, D-Wade is coming off shoulder Surgery and Shaq is being held together with duck tape so the Heat maybe have a chance. The young and surging Magic and Raptors can make some more noise this year and advance past the first round of the playoffs.
Sleeper picks...the Nets are solid, but old, at every position and they get back big guy Nenad Krisrtic, who was lost for all of last season. Hibachi (Gilbert Arenas) is in a contract year for the Wizards and he might drop more "buckets" then wins...Gil stop worrying about Kobe. Chris Paul is the hottest young point guard in the league but he needs help and the Hornets did nothing this off-season. The Bucks are BIG but still lack GREAT guard play, look for them to ease in and out all season.
Basement Dwellers...Sixers, Hawks, Knicks, Bobcats, and Pacers have OUTSIDE shots to play with the big boys in the off-season but have a better chance in winning the Lottery...Literally
Mike
Monday, October 1, 2007
WOW Factor!
There isn't to many ways to explain this past weekend in sports. The only word that fits is...WOW!!... It goes from College Football upsets to Major League surprises in Baseball. What more could a sports fan ask for from a weekend...maybe some NBA action.
It started Friday night with a mini-upset in college Football. Then #5 ranked West Virgina took on conference foe #18 South Florida. Now USF beat WVU last season so to some this 21-13 victory by the Bulls of South Florida was expected. The game itself lived up to the hyped it got the week leading up it.
Saturday was a benchmark in the history of collegiate sports. Nine of the AP Top 25 and five of the Top 10 were losers this past weekend. WOW!!....It was pretty exciting to watch these pampered scholarship athletes lose to not so pampered scholarship athletes. In all, College football is a great Pre-Game to a action packed Sunday.
The nations favorite past time gave us a reason to actually watch and ENJOY baseball. The fact that only four teams from each Conference makes the end of a Baseball season more exciting then watching paint dry. The world was able to witness the demise of the Mets and the birth of the Phillies. The Phillies came back from 7 games down in the middle of September to pass the Mets and win the NL East. The Colorado Rockies won 13 of their last 14 games to force a one game playoff against the San Diego Padres..WOW!..MLB fans get ready for Playoff Excitement.
NFL Sunday by far is the most anticipated day of the week and this Sunday was not a disappointment. The Eagles are still looking for an Identity, The Steelers lose to Cardinals and former coach Ken Whisenhunt, Chargers fall to division rival Chiefs, New Browns spank old Browns (Ravens), Bears sit QB Rex Grossman but have same result with a loss to the 3-1 Lions, Falcons surprise old QB Matt Schaub and the Texans, Jets lose to a rookie QB Trent Edwards and the Bills, and 'DA RAIDERSSS!!! and Culpepper show the Phins' who runs Miami by gaining almost 300-yards on the ground.....This sports weekend gets a WOW!!!!
Mike
It started Friday night with a mini-upset in college Football. Then #5 ranked West Virgina took on conference foe #18 South Florida. Now USF beat WVU last season so to some this 21-13 victory by the Bulls of South Florida was expected. The game itself lived up to the hyped it got the week leading up it.
Saturday was a benchmark in the history of collegiate sports. Nine of the AP Top 25 and five of the Top 10 were losers this past weekend. WOW!!....It was pretty exciting to watch these pampered scholarship athletes lose to not so pampered scholarship athletes. In all, College football is a great Pre-Game to a action packed Sunday.
The nations favorite past time gave us a reason to actually watch and ENJOY baseball. The fact that only four teams from each Conference makes the end of a Baseball season more exciting then watching paint dry. The world was able to witness the demise of the Mets and the birth of the Phillies. The Phillies came back from 7 games down in the middle of September to pass the Mets and win the NL East. The Colorado Rockies won 13 of their last 14 games to force a one game playoff against the San Diego Padres..WOW!..MLB fans get ready for Playoff Excitement.
NFL Sunday by far is the most anticipated day of the week and this Sunday was not a disappointment. The Eagles are still looking for an Identity, The Steelers lose to Cardinals and former coach Ken Whisenhunt, Chargers fall to division rival Chiefs, New Browns spank old Browns (Ravens), Bears sit QB Rex Grossman but have same result with a loss to the 3-1 Lions, Falcons surprise old QB Matt Schaub and the Texans, Jets lose to a rookie QB Trent Edwards and the Bills, and 'DA RAIDERSSS!!! and Culpepper show the Phins' who runs Miami by gaining almost 300-yards on the ground.....This sports weekend gets a WOW!!!!
Mike
Mike's Monday Night Pick
New England Vs. Cincinnati
Pats and Bengals should definitely wet the taste buds of all Football fans. Two high powered offenses should lead to a lot of points...or maybe for the "Bungals" a lot of turnovers. Pats sleepwalk to a victory...27-9
Mike's Picks: 2-1
Pats and Bengals should definitely wet the taste buds of all Football fans. Two high powered offenses should lead to a lot of points...or maybe for the "Bungals" a lot of turnovers. Pats sleepwalk to a victory...27-9
Mike's Picks: 2-1
Haz's Monday Night Pick
Patriots @ Bengals
The Patriots are a well oiled machine and I don't see them slowing down for one second. The Bengals are weak on the defensive side of the ball and will not be able to contain Tom Brady and the New England Patriots' offensive attack....Patriots win 38-14.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
The Patriots are a well oiled machine and I don't see them slowing down for one second. The Bengals are weak on the defensive side of the ball and will not be able to contain Tom Brady and the New England Patriots' offensive attack....Patriots win 38-14.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Friday, September 28, 2007
Mets Meltdown!!!
The New York Mets find themselves not alone on top of the NL East for the first time since May 16th. The surging Philadelphia Phillies have been chipping away at the what used to be a commanding lead by New York and now all that hard work, fighting through unbearable injuries with key players going on the DL including Ryan Howard, Chase Utley and Bret Myers throughout season is paying off.
The Mets are clearly the most talented team in the National League, but the Phillies have the most heart. The NL East is in the deadlock the two teams who lead go into action for their last weekend series of the regular season. Willie Randolph plays as a cool customer when it comes to the media, but the moves he has been making down the stretch, you can tell the pressure of winning is getting to him. To put a struggling Billy Wagner in a game where the Mets are losing means he is running out of options.
There is no way the Phillies should have been given a chance to overtake the Mets, but now all we can do as fans can ask for is a Monday afternoon playoff to decide who wins the NL East. This is what Major League Baseball is all about. Enjoy it America.
Hassan Bey
Reporting
The Mets are clearly the most talented team in the National League, but the Phillies have the most heart. The NL East is in the deadlock the two teams who lead go into action for their last weekend series of the regular season. Willie Randolph plays as a cool customer when it comes to the media, but the moves he has been making down the stretch, you can tell the pressure of winning is getting to him. To put a struggling Billy Wagner in a game where the Mets are losing means he is running out of options.
There is no way the Phillies should have been given a chance to overtake the Mets, but now all we can do as fans can ask for is a Monday afternoon playoff to decide who wins the NL East. This is what Major League Baseball is all about. Enjoy it America.
Hassan Bey
Reporting
Picks Week 4
Week #4
Houston @ Atlanta
With this pick Im taking Houston with Matt Schaub missing his biggest two weapons Andre Johnson and Ahman Green. I believe he still finds a way to win. As for the Falcons is Leftwich starting yet? Houston 27-17
NY Jets @ Buffalo
In this game Marshawn Lynch takes over the game and the home teams wins it. Buffalo wins this one 24-21
Baltimore @ Cleveland
This game is a pretty big game and someone will be a big factor in it again. His name is Jamal Lewis. He has a big game along with Braylon Edwards and the Browns upset the Ravens 17-10
St. Louis @ Dallas
Dallas looks like a NFC contender and its quite clear give Tony his money and sign him to a nice contract. Dallas wins 38-13
Chicago @ Detroit
Brian Griese will have a strong performance and the Bears will show they are still an NFC contender when they have a QB who will make some plays and give the defense some time to rest. Bears win 21-17
Oakland @ Miami
Oakland will be led by Duante Culpepper and he will help coach Lane Kiffin get his second win. Oakland moves to 2-2 on possibly a Janikowski field goal. Raiders 17-14
Green Bay @ Minnesota
Possibly a big upset here when these two face off it always seems to be a good game. I think Kelly Holcomb can establish the Vikings pass game they can pull off the upset of the week. Brett Favre also passes Marino early to have most TD passes but in a losing fashion. Vikings win 27-24
Tampa Bay @ Carolina
Tampa is a very well balanced team this year and so far the team looks very good. Look for them to impress again taking this game by atleast 10 points. Tampa Bay wins 24-10
Seattle @ San Francisco
This game Im going to go with experience over the younger upcoming team. Ill take the Seattle Seahawks with Shaun Alexanders broken wrist by a touchdown. Seattle wins 24-17
Pittsburgh @ Arizona
The Pittsburgh Steelers look really good so far this year to me. Big Ben is back to just play smart football instead of trying to create and Willie looks like an 18 wheeler not a bus. The Steelers continue to roll. Pittsburgh wins 27-13
Denver @ Indianapolis
Look for Joseph Addai to keep getting the bigger role and keep the Colts winning. Colts big 35-10
Kansas City @ San Diego
LT should get on track this week just think if he played the preseason he would be ready week one and not now. If he is going to sit out as well as other superstars then why dont we just add a couple more regular season games and do away with preseason. Scrimmages right to Week 1 LT scores 3 times and San Diego wins 31-17
Philadelphia @ New York Giants
Look for Philly to look strong again. Tom Coughlin should quit and move on to something else. Let the team and coaches all be on one page. Philly wins 27-17
Monday Night Football
New England @ Cincinnati
The Bengals will need for Carson Chad and TJ Houshmandzadeh to all have big games to stay in this one. Look for Wes Walker not so much Randy Moss to have a big game but New England to win it on a Gostkowski FG. Patriots 34-31
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Houston @ Atlanta
With this pick Im taking Houston with Matt Schaub missing his biggest two weapons Andre Johnson and Ahman Green. I believe he still finds a way to win. As for the Falcons is Leftwich starting yet? Houston 27-17
NY Jets @ Buffalo
In this game Marshawn Lynch takes over the game and the home teams wins it. Buffalo wins this one 24-21
Baltimore @ Cleveland
This game is a pretty big game and someone will be a big factor in it again. His name is Jamal Lewis. He has a big game along with Braylon Edwards and the Browns upset the Ravens 17-10
St. Louis @ Dallas
Dallas looks like a NFC contender and its quite clear give Tony his money and sign him to a nice contract. Dallas wins 38-13
Chicago @ Detroit
Brian Griese will have a strong performance and the Bears will show they are still an NFC contender when they have a QB who will make some plays and give the defense some time to rest. Bears win 21-17
Oakland @ Miami
Oakland will be led by Duante Culpepper and he will help coach Lane Kiffin get his second win. Oakland moves to 2-2 on possibly a Janikowski field goal. Raiders 17-14
Green Bay @ Minnesota
Possibly a big upset here when these two face off it always seems to be a good game. I think Kelly Holcomb can establish the Vikings pass game they can pull off the upset of the week. Brett Favre also passes Marino early to have most TD passes but in a losing fashion. Vikings win 27-24
Tampa Bay @ Carolina
Tampa is a very well balanced team this year and so far the team looks very good. Look for them to impress again taking this game by atleast 10 points. Tampa Bay wins 24-10
Seattle @ San Francisco
This game Im going to go with experience over the younger upcoming team. Ill take the Seattle Seahawks with Shaun Alexanders broken wrist by a touchdown. Seattle wins 24-17
Pittsburgh @ Arizona
The Pittsburgh Steelers look really good so far this year to me. Big Ben is back to just play smart football instead of trying to create and Willie looks like an 18 wheeler not a bus. The Steelers continue to roll. Pittsburgh wins 27-13
Denver @ Indianapolis
Look for Joseph Addai to keep getting the bigger role and keep the Colts winning. Colts big 35-10
Kansas City @ San Diego
LT should get on track this week just think if he played the preseason he would be ready week one and not now. If he is going to sit out as well as other superstars then why dont we just add a couple more regular season games and do away with preseason. Scrimmages right to Week 1 LT scores 3 times and San Diego wins 31-17
Philadelphia @ New York Giants
Look for Philly to look strong again. Tom Coughlin should quit and move on to something else. Let the team and coaches all be on one page. Philly wins 27-17
Monday Night Football
New England @ Cincinnati
The Bengals will need for Carson Chad and TJ Houshmandzadeh to all have big games to stay in this one. Look for Wes Walker not so much Randy Moss to have a big game but New England to win it on a Gostkowski FG. Patriots 34-31
Ray Weed reporting for Mike and Company
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Haz's Sunday Night Football Pick Week 4
SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL
EAGLES @ GIANTS:
These NFC East rivals met 3 times last year with Philly winning 2 out of 3 including the division crown for the 5th time in 6 years and a playoff victory in the Wild Card Round of last years Playoffs. The Giants look to erase that nasty taste in their mouths from a year ago, with a huge defensive effort from their front 7. Philly will look to take advantage of the lack of depth in the Giants defensive backfield. When these teams plays the records go out the window and with each team winning impressively last week for their 1st wins of the season look for this game to go down the stretch. I believe the Eagles pull it out 24 -20.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
EAGLES @ GIANTS:
These NFC East rivals met 3 times last year with Philly winning 2 out of 3 including the division crown for the 5th time in 6 years and a playoff victory in the Wild Card Round of last years Playoffs. The Giants look to erase that nasty taste in their mouths from a year ago, with a huge defensive effort from their front 7. Philly will look to take advantage of the lack of depth in the Giants defensive backfield. When these teams plays the records go out the window and with each team winning impressively last week for their 1st wins of the season look for this game to go down the stretch. I believe the Eagles pull it out 24 -20.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's Week 4 Pick's
Haz's Picks (Wins & Losses)
Last week: 12-4
Season: 22-10
WEEK 4 (BYES: SAINTS, TITANS, REDSKINS & JAGUARS)
Rams @ Cowboys:
2 teams going in 2 opposite directs. Cowboys win easily 35-7.
Raiders @ Dolphins:
Culpepper gets the start and gets the win. Can you say 2 in a row Oakland. Raiders win 17-14.
Bears @ Lions:
Chicago fans, your prayers have been answered. Brian Griese will provide the spark the Bears need to win, bad thing is the defense in decimated with injuries. Look for the Lions offense to take advantage in a close game. Lions win 23-20.
Jets @ Bills:
Jets will win. They are clearly the better team of the 2. Jets win 27-10.
Steelers @ Cardinals:
Arizona is 0 for their last 8 games against the AFC, they will keep the streak alive at 9. Steelers win big 34-10.
Ravens @ Browns:
The Ravens "D" will dominate this game. Ravens win 27-6.
Packers @ Vikings:
Bret and the Pack have historically had problems generating wins in the Metrodome, but this year will be different. The Packers front 7 on defense will smother who ever Brad Childress plays behind center in this game. Packers win 19-10.
Texans @ Falcons:
Welcome back Matt Schaub, you will lead your team to victory because of your poise and efficent play at Quarterback, while your old team, Atlanta, will be kicking themselves in the foot after trading you in the off-season. Texans win 28-12.
Seahawks @ 49ers:
It very simple to pick who is going to win in any NFC West matchup. Just flip a coin and there you have it. I got tails which means the 49ers win 21-20.
Buccaneers @ Panthers:
Tampa's defense will be the difference. Bucs win 17-9.
Chiefs @ Chargers:
The Chargers will bounce back after 2 losses to the best team in football and the second best team in the NFC respectfully. Chargers win 28-14.
Broncos @ Colts:
Very bad matchup for the Broncos. Colts win effortlessly 38-10.
Last week: 12-4
Season: 22-10
WEEK 4 (BYES: SAINTS, TITANS, REDSKINS & JAGUARS)
Rams @ Cowboys:
2 teams going in 2 opposite directs. Cowboys win easily 35-7.
Raiders @ Dolphins:
Culpepper gets the start and gets the win. Can you say 2 in a row Oakland. Raiders win 17-14.
Bears @ Lions:
Chicago fans, your prayers have been answered. Brian Griese will provide the spark the Bears need to win, bad thing is the defense in decimated with injuries. Look for the Lions offense to take advantage in a close game. Lions win 23-20.
Jets @ Bills:
Jets will win. They are clearly the better team of the 2. Jets win 27-10.
Steelers @ Cardinals:
Arizona is 0 for their last 8 games against the AFC, they will keep the streak alive at 9. Steelers win big 34-10.
Ravens @ Browns:
The Ravens "D" will dominate this game. Ravens win 27-6.
Packers @ Vikings:
Bret and the Pack have historically had problems generating wins in the Metrodome, but this year will be different. The Packers front 7 on defense will smother who ever Brad Childress plays behind center in this game. Packers win 19-10.
Texans @ Falcons:
Welcome back Matt Schaub, you will lead your team to victory because of your poise and efficent play at Quarterback, while your old team, Atlanta, will be kicking themselves in the foot after trading you in the off-season. Texans win 28-12.
Seahawks @ 49ers:
It very simple to pick who is going to win in any NFC West matchup. Just flip a coin and there you have it. I got tails which means the 49ers win 21-20.
Buccaneers @ Panthers:
Tampa's defense will be the difference. Bucs win 17-9.
Chiefs @ Chargers:
The Chargers will bounce back after 2 losses to the best team in football and the second best team in the NFC respectfully. Chargers win 28-14.
Broncos @ Colts:
Very bad matchup for the Broncos. Colts win effortlessly 38-10.
BALLINNNNNN!!!!
NBA camps have started this week with a lot of noise. Players want out, players want in, and some are eager to get the season started. There has been much anticipation for this upcoming season, maybe more so, then when Mike (Jordan) came back to the league the first time...We try and forget about the Wizard's Michael Jordan...
The off-season was eventful and compelling with a few blockbuster trades (Kevin Garnett to the Celtics) and the drafting of future NBA legends Kevin Durant and Greg Oden (Oden out for the season with injury). The rumors of great players like Kobe Bryant, Jermaine O'Neal, Shawn Marion, and etc., have kept NBA fans on their seats waiting for these guys to land in their favorite teams laps.
The off-season was also marred by scandal with the alleged gambling of veteran NBA official Ted Donahgy and New York Knickerbocker's head Coach Isiah Thomas' sexual harassment case. What's a professional sport without drama or scandal?...Oh yea we call it Soccer.
The off-season was eventful and compelling with a few blockbuster trades (Kevin Garnett to the Celtics) and the drafting of future NBA legends Kevin Durant and Greg Oden (Oden out for the season with injury). The rumors of great players like Kobe Bryant, Jermaine O'Neal, Shawn Marion, and etc., have kept NBA fans on their seats waiting for these guys to land in their favorite teams laps.
The off-season was also marred by scandal with the alleged gambling of veteran NBA official Ted Donahgy and New York Knickerbocker's head Coach Isiah Thomas' sexual harassment case. What's a professional sport without drama or scandal?...Oh yea we call it Soccer.
Haz's NFL FAB 5
The Top 5 Elite Teams In The NFL
1. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 3-0
2. INDIANAPPOLIS COLTS 3-0
3. PITTSBURGH STEELERS 3-0
4. DALLAS COWBOYS 3-0
5. GREEN BAY PACKERS 3-0
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
1. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 3-0
2. INDIANAPPOLIS COLTS 3-0
3. PITTSBURGH STEELERS 3-0
4. DALLAS COWBOYS 3-0
5. GREEN BAY PACKERS 3-0
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's AFC Power Rankings: Week 4
The Patriots are an unstoppable machine right now the Colts are looking solid in their defense of the world title and the Steelers are looking like they will contend with both teams for the AFC thrown. San Diego must get their offense together soon or L.T. and company will be sitting at home this post season. Here's how I ranked them...
AFC POWER RANKINGS WEEK 4
1. Patriots 3-0
2. Colts 2-0
3. Steelers 3-0
4. Titans 2-1
5. Texans 2-1
6. Ravens 2-1
7. Jaguars 2-1
8. Broncos 2-1
9. Chargers 1-2
10. Raiders 1-2
11. Jets 1-2
12. Chiefs 1-2
13. Browns 1-2
14. Bengals 1-2
15. Dolphins 0-3
16. Bills 0-3
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
AFC POWER RANKINGS WEEK 4
1. Patriots 3-0
2. Colts 2-0
3. Steelers 3-0
4. Titans 2-1
5. Texans 2-1
6. Ravens 2-1
7. Jaguars 2-1
8. Broncos 2-1
9. Chargers 1-2
10. Raiders 1-2
11. Jets 1-2
12. Chiefs 1-2
13. Browns 1-2
14. Bengals 1-2
15. Dolphins 0-3
16. Bills 0-3
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's NFC Power Rankings: Week 4
The NFC is up for grabs. The Cowboys seem to be the conferences dominant team and the Packers are looking like a decent #2, but 3 through 16 is very unclear. The Saints are now challenging the Falcons and Rams for the conference's worst record this season and doing a great job at that. Here's how I ranked all the NFC teams this week.
NFC POWER RANKINGS FOR WEEK 4
1. Cowboys 3-0
2. Packers 3-0
3. Seahawks 2-1
4. Buccaneers 2-1
5. Panthers 2-1
6. Redskins 2-1
7. 49ers 2-1
8. Lions 2-1
9. Eagles 1-2
10. Giants 1-2
11. Bears 1-2
12. Cardinals 1-2
13. Vikings 1-2
14. Falcons 0-3
15. Rams 0-3
16. Saints 0-3
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
NFC POWER RANKINGS FOR WEEK 4
1. Cowboys 3-0
2. Packers 3-0
3. Seahawks 2-1
4. Buccaneers 2-1
5. Panthers 2-1
6. Redskins 2-1
7. 49ers 2-1
8. Lions 2-1
9. Eagles 1-2
10. Giants 1-2
11. Bears 1-2
12. Cardinals 1-2
13. Vikings 1-2
14. Falcons 0-3
15. Rams 0-3
16. Saints 0-3
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Fantasy Blunders
Drop, add, claim off waivers...drop, add, claim off waivers. This is what every Fantasy Football owner has been doing for the last few weeks. Injuries and lack of production is keeping star players on benches or trading blocks within Fantasy Leagues.
St.Louis Rams stud RB Steven Jackson was on everybody's Big Board on draft day. Three games into the season he has yet to score a touchdown and only has one game with over a hundred yards rushing. Now in that same game he partially tore his left groin and might be out a couple of weeks...Cut'em or Bench'em...Cut'em, groin injuries linger around and the Rams don't have a offensive line.
Flashy, fast, and gifted are words you can associate with Saints star RB Reggie Bush. But Mr. Bush isn't living up to those words. He has 80 total rushing yards in three games and lost 2 fumbles. Yea has a couple of TD's but no enough for a fantasy impact...Cut'em or Bench'em...Neither. Deuce McAllister is out for the season and the Saints are bad. So, Start Reggie and hope for the best.
Steelers WR Hines Ward is usually a sure bet on the gridiron and in Fantasy Football. Nine catches for 108 yards and one touchdown. Sounds like a good game for Hines...but that is his totals after three games. The Steelers have went back to their old ways and are running the ball which is hurting Hines Ward fantasy owners...Cut'em or Bench'em...Bench'em for now because of a sprained right knee that could keep him out for a week or so...Plus Big Ben has to throw the ball to somebody.
St.Louis Rams stud RB Steven Jackson was on everybody's Big Board on draft day. Three games into the season he has yet to score a touchdown and only has one game with over a hundred yards rushing. Now in that same game he partially tore his left groin and might be out a couple of weeks...Cut'em or Bench'em...Cut'em, groin injuries linger around and the Rams don't have a offensive line.
Flashy, fast, and gifted are words you can associate with Saints star RB Reggie Bush. But Mr. Bush isn't living up to those words. He has 80 total rushing yards in three games and lost 2 fumbles. Yea has a couple of TD's but no enough for a fantasy impact...Cut'em or Bench'em...Neither. Deuce McAllister is out for the season and the Saints are bad. So, Start Reggie and hope for the best.
Steelers WR Hines Ward is usually a sure bet on the gridiron and in Fantasy Football. Nine catches for 108 yards and one touchdown. Sounds like a good game for Hines...but that is his totals after three games. The Steelers have went back to their old ways and are running the ball which is hurting Hines Ward fantasy owners...Cut'em or Bench'em...Bench'em for now because of a sprained right knee that could keep him out for a week or so...Plus Big Ben has to throw the ball to somebody.
Rex is Hexed
The Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith needs to wake-up and bench the worst starting QB in the National Football League...Rex Grossman. Rex did get his team to the Super Bowl last season but probably had one of the worst performances ever.
Chicago went 13-3 last year with terrible Rex at the helm. This season they already have two losses and he has been playing more like Gator bait then a former Gator. Rex has thrown 6 picks in three games and only one touchdown and you would think Coach Lovie would pull the trigger and bench him going into Week 4...Nope. Lovie says he is considering a QB change and won't say for sure until Wednesday...More like a Cowardly Lion then a Chicago Bear, Lovie.
After all of the criticism he took last season and after the Super Bowl, you can only wonder...What did Rex do this off-season?...Apparently nothing...His completion percentage is below the radar, he still plays catch with the other team, and he has a 45.2 Passer Rating. Sorry to say but Rex its time to hold the clipboard and get use to the life of a NFL backup...Reality TV here you come.
Chicago went 13-3 last year with terrible Rex at the helm. This season they already have two losses and he has been playing more like Gator bait then a former Gator. Rex has thrown 6 picks in three games and only one touchdown and you would think Coach Lovie would pull the trigger and bench him going into Week 4...Nope. Lovie says he is considering a QB change and won't say for sure until Wednesday...More like a Cowardly Lion then a Chicago Bear, Lovie.
After all of the criticism he took last season and after the Super Bowl, you can only wonder...What did Rex do this off-season?...Apparently nothing...His completion percentage is below the radar, he still plays catch with the other team, and he has a 45.2 Passer Rating. Sorry to say but Rex its time to hold the clipboard and get use to the life of a NFL backup...Reality TV here you come.
Tyson facing Fears
Mike Tyson is facing years in prison after pleading guilty to drug possession and DUI charges. What's even more bizarre is that he also admitted to being a drug addict...Well maybe that isn't bizarre but you get the point.
Tyson's Career has dwindled in to the land of make believe...He was a side show in a circus at one point, he was trying to revitalize his career by taking on three round boxing exhibitions and now he spends most of his time smoking cocaine through cigarettes. Now for a former Heavyweight Champion that seems like a far reach...Not for Mike. This is the same man that bit Holyfield's ear, tattooed his face, and quit in the middle of a boxing match.
The world should have seen this coming when Mike was just a 20-year-old boxer playing with Pigeons on a roof-top in Catskills, NY, or his numerous run-ins with the law for rape. Mike needs prison, its the only place he will feel comfortable and at home. Among the crazies, not so much the murders because only person Mike killed...was Tyson.
Tyson's Career has dwindled in to the land of make believe...He was a side show in a circus at one point, he was trying to revitalize his career by taking on three round boxing exhibitions and now he spends most of his time smoking cocaine through cigarettes. Now for a former Heavyweight Champion that seems like a far reach...Not for Mike. This is the same man that bit Holyfield's ear, tattooed his face, and quit in the middle of a boxing match.
The world should have seen this coming when Mike was just a 20-year-old boxer playing with Pigeons on a roof-top in Catskills, NY, or his numerous run-ins with the law for rape. Mike needs prison, its the only place he will feel comfortable and at home. Among the crazies, not so much the murders because only person Mike killed...was Tyson.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Mike's Monday Night Pick
Saints and Titans are among the youngest teams in the NFL and they both have one of the best young players on their team. Titans QB Vince Young will try and beat the Saints defense by air and by land but hopes his defense can keep Saints RB Reggie Bush in check. Reggie is due for a big game as Vince had two impressive weeks of football already. This game comes down to whose "D" breaks first. Saints bend but don't break, 24-13.
Beast of the East
The Eagles have been on top of the NFC East for a number of years, but it seems like the tides are turning. The 'Birds had a strong statement win against the 2-0 Lions Sunday and improve their record to 1-2, but an even bigger statement was made by the 3 and 0 Dallas Cowboys Sunday night against the Bears. Division foes Giants and Redskins battled it out, in what can only be said was a Giant win for New York, who are now 1-2. Redskins dropped to 2-1 after the tough loss.
Dallas walked in "Chi-Town" and threw the Big "D" on them, as they defeated the Bears 34-10. Cowboys QB Tony Romo is playing like a Pro Bowler and hopes soon Owner Jerry Jones will pay him like one. T. O. is happy because he is getting the damn ball, Keyshawn. And the three four defense is keeping teams in check.
Eagles leader and QB Donovan McNabb showed his colors, literally, in probably the ugliest uniforms ever seen. Ugly jersey's didn't stop Mcnabb from lighting the Lions "D" up with 381 yards in the air, 4 TD's and a 56-21 victory. The Eagles might have found a number one receiver in Kevin Curtis, well it was the Lions "D".
Giants and Redskins showed the rest of the NFC East that it is going to be a long season. The game was in doubt for the Giants until the Redskins just stop playing football in the second half. They allowed the G-Men to score 21 unanswered points in the second half but still had a chance to win. They ran the ball four straight times on the goaline and was stuffed each and every time by a resurgent Giants "D".'Skins took this one on the chin, 24-17.
Dallas walked in "Chi-Town" and threw the Big "D" on them, as they defeated the Bears 34-10. Cowboys QB Tony Romo is playing like a Pro Bowler and hopes soon Owner Jerry Jones will pay him like one. T. O. is happy because he is getting the damn ball, Keyshawn. And the three four defense is keeping teams in check.
Eagles leader and QB Donovan McNabb showed his colors, literally, in probably the ugliest uniforms ever seen. Ugly jersey's didn't stop Mcnabb from lighting the Lions "D" up with 381 yards in the air, 4 TD's and a 56-21 victory. The Eagles might have found a number one receiver in Kevin Curtis, well it was the Lions "D".
Giants and Redskins showed the rest of the NFC East that it is going to be a long season. The game was in doubt for the Giants until the Redskins just stop playing football in the second half. They allowed the G-Men to score 21 unanswered points in the second half but still had a chance to win. They ran the ball four straight times on the goaline and was stuffed each and every time by a resurgent Giants "D".'Skins took this one on the chin, 24-17.
Head of their Class
The Colts, Steelers, and Patriots are all undefeated after three weeks of football. Each one them have displayed a championship swagger that other teams would dream of having this early in the season. These three teams, coincidentally our last three Super Bowl Champions, had impressive wins Sunday.
The Colts held off a late surge by QB Matt Schaub and the Texans to win on the road 30-24. The Texans outscored the Colts in the fourth quarter 14-3, which showed that the defending Super Bowl Champions still have a little weakness on Defense.
With Big Ben playing a more conservative style like he did his rookie year, it allows the Steelers to thrive on its running game again. They laid a beat down on the 2-0 Niners 37-16, with 20 of those points coming in the fourth quarter. Steelers RB Willie Parker controlled the game with a 133 yards rushing.
Randy Moss really needed out of Oakland to show he still has that "Moss Effect". He probably looked better in a Raiders jersey but Randy Moss, the Patriot, scored two touchdowns Sunday to continue his and the Patriots terror on the league. Tom Brady threw 4 TD's and over 300 yards in the air, but it was a Defenseless Buffalo they were facing. For the third straight week the Pats' score exactly 38-points and held the bills to a measly seven.
The Colts held off a late surge by QB Matt Schaub and the Texans to win on the road 30-24. The Texans outscored the Colts in the fourth quarter 14-3, which showed that the defending Super Bowl Champions still have a little weakness on Defense.
With Big Ben playing a more conservative style like he did his rookie year, it allows the Steelers to thrive on its running game again. They laid a beat down on the 2-0 Niners 37-16, with 20 of those points coming in the fourth quarter. Steelers RB Willie Parker controlled the game with a 133 yards rushing.
Randy Moss really needed out of Oakland to show he still has that "Moss Effect". He probably looked better in a Raiders jersey but Randy Moss, the Patriot, scored two touchdowns Sunday to continue his and the Patriots terror on the league. Tom Brady threw 4 TD's and over 300 yards in the air, but it was a Defenseless Buffalo they were facing. For the third straight week the Pats' score exactly 38-points and held the bills to a measly seven.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Saturday's Best
After a another great Saturday of College football we know a few things are for certain...Notre Dame is a bad team, USC is a pro team, and the SEC is flat out the best Conference in College Football. We also saw Michigan add another win against rival Penn St. and Louisville lose for a second straight week, as they were knocked off by the unranked Syracuse Orange.
Saturday night was capped off with an overtime thriller between two SEC rivals, #22 Georgia Bulldogs and #16 Alabama Crimson Tide. The Bulldogs outlasted the 'Tide 26-23. Many believe the competition in the SEC is above the rest but the downfall to that is by the end of the season all them have taken a good beating from each other.
We shall see if the Michigan Wolverines can climb back in the Top 25 this week after a win against the #10 Penn State Nittany Lions. Penn St. was 3-0 going into the game but really wasn't tested as the teams they beat had a combine record of 1-8. One of those teams was the, now 0-4, Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It might be a while before this young Notre Dame team gets its first victory, let's just hope Head Coach Charlie Weiss hasn't settled in South Bend.
Saturday night was capped off with an overtime thriller between two SEC rivals, #22 Georgia Bulldogs and #16 Alabama Crimson Tide. The Bulldogs outlasted the 'Tide 26-23. Many believe the competition in the SEC is above the rest but the downfall to that is by the end of the season all them have taken a good beating from each other.
We shall see if the Michigan Wolverines can climb back in the Top 25 this week after a win against the #10 Penn State Nittany Lions. Penn St. was 3-0 going into the game but really wasn't tested as the teams they beat had a combine record of 1-8. One of those teams was the, now 0-4, Notre Dame Fighting Irish. It might be a while before this young Notre Dame team gets its first victory, let's just hope Head Coach Charlie Weiss hasn't settled in South Bend.
Friday, September 21, 2007
Canes' Regain Swagger
The Miami Hurricanes impressed some people last night with their 34-17 beat down of #20 Texas A&M. Head Coach Randy Shannon was able to get his kids fired up for this game and it showed on both sides of the ball.
The Hurricanes used all weapons on offense. RB Graig Cooper rushed for a score and caught a pass for a touchdown. With erratic QB Kirby Freeman on the bench the Canes' offense looked more fluid with QB Kyle Wright, who completed 21-26 passes for 275 yards and two touchdowns. The Aggies were knocked out of their offensive game as the Canes' Defense held them to only 98 yards on the ground, they average about 200 plus rushing yards a game.
Miami has improved their Thursday night record to 11-1 all time and 10-0 at home. They had to win this game, not only for national prominence but for themselves. After getting embarrassed by #4 Oklahoma 51-17, the Canes' needed to salvage some respect and learn to appreciate the U on their Helmets. When you play for the U your playing for a culture not a football team.
The Hurricanes used all weapons on offense. RB Graig Cooper rushed for a score and caught a pass for a touchdown. With erratic QB Kirby Freeman on the bench the Canes' offense looked more fluid with QB Kyle Wright, who completed 21-26 passes for 275 yards and two touchdowns. The Aggies were knocked out of their offensive game as the Canes' Defense held them to only 98 yards on the ground, they average about 200 plus rushing yards a game.
Miami has improved their Thursday night record to 11-1 all time and 10-0 at home. They had to win this game, not only for national prominence but for themselves. After getting embarrassed by #4 Oklahoma 51-17, the Canes' needed to salvage some respect and learn to appreciate the U on their Helmets. When you play for the U your playing for a culture not a football team.
Tour De Doping
It seems the USA teams in the Tour De France can't avoid doping allegations. Well the invincible Lance Armstrong was able to win seven straight without testing positive; they tried numerous times to get him, but failed. Last years winner, Floyd Landis just wasn't that lucky as his positive testing for synthetic testosterone was upheld by arbitrator's Thursday. Landis has been banned for two years and has to forfeit last years crown.
Landis came back to win last years Tour DE France in stunning fashion. After a bike wreck in early stages put him back two plus hours in time, he was able to recoup and continue with the aid from the medics. Well it must have been more than pain killers that gave Landis the boost. In reality after Lance Armstrong, who won his last Tour DE France with one testicle, retired from bicycling who cares to watch. Floyd get another hobby.
Landis came back to win last years Tour DE France in stunning fashion. After a bike wreck in early stages put him back two plus hours in time, he was able to recoup and continue with the aid from the medics. Well it must have been more than pain killers that gave Landis the boost. In reality after Lance Armstrong, who won his last Tour DE France with one testicle, retired from bicycling who cares to watch. Floyd get another hobby.
Phillies 'Phans' Hold Tight
With 11 Games left in the regular season the Phillie's are still in the playoff hunt. This is nothing new to Philly fans though as it seems the Phils are always in position until the very end of the season, but then find some way to blow it. Seven of their last 11 games are against the Nationals who has a 68-83 record. The Nationals will be the team to decide whether or not the Phillie's will make the playoffs for the first time in 13 years.
The Phils are playing some good baseball of late; except for there pitching. They were up 11-0 two games ago but only won 13-11 and then last night up 4-3 in the 9th inning only to have Brett Myers blow the lead; Fortunately they won that game. Cole Hamels didn't look anywhere close to 100 percent last night and he may not even be 50% healthy. So pitching needs to step up and keep them in some of these games instead of relying totally on the offense.
With the offensive fire power they have you can't count them out but with the way history has proved itself over the last few seasons don't get your hopes up to much either. This maybe something the city of Philadelphia needs more then ever because with the Eagles 0-2 they fans need something to cheer about. Why not the Phillie's for a change.
Ray Weed reporting for Mike and Company
The Phils are playing some good baseball of late; except for there pitching. They were up 11-0 two games ago but only won 13-11 and then last night up 4-3 in the 9th inning only to have Brett Myers blow the lead; Fortunately they won that game. Cole Hamels didn't look anywhere close to 100 percent last night and he may not even be 50% healthy. So pitching needs to step up and keep them in some of these games instead of relying totally on the offense.
With the offensive fire power they have you can't count them out but with the way history has proved itself over the last few seasons don't get your hopes up to much either. This maybe something the city of Philadelphia needs more then ever because with the Eagles 0-2 they fans need something to cheer about. Why not the Phillie's for a change.
Ray Weed reporting for Mike and Company
Major League Meltdown
With only a game and a half lead on the New York Yankees, you can't help but to think, for the eleventh straight year the Boston Red Sox will not win their division. The Bo' Sox are having a complete breakdown inside their clubhouse...And we shouldn't be surprised.
In the last six seasons the Red Sox were on top of their division by a number of games just to run out of gas in September and let the Yankees win the division. Is it bad management or are the Yankees that good...? Contrary to belief, the Bo Sox are giving the division away time and time again.
Lack Luster pitching, inconsistent batting lineups, key injured players, and not to mention "stupid trades" have lead them to their demise over and over again. They give up OF Willy Mo Pena to the Nationals; now with the injury to OF Manny Ramirez, Willy MO could have been a big help to their batting lineup...They acquire Closer Eric Gagne, who hasn't made a good fastball pitch in almost 4 years, and he blows save after save opportunity.
The Yankees have ten games left to be played while the Red Sox only have nine and none of them are a head-head match-up between the two. This should add some extra drama to an already exciting end to Baseball's marathon of a season.
In the last six seasons the Red Sox were on top of their division by a number of games just to run out of gas in September and let the Yankees win the division. Is it bad management or are the Yankees that good...? Contrary to belief, the Bo Sox are giving the division away time and time again.
Lack Luster pitching, inconsistent batting lineups, key injured players, and not to mention "stupid trades" have lead them to their demise over and over again. They give up OF Willy Mo Pena to the Nationals; now with the injury to OF Manny Ramirez, Willy MO could have been a big help to their batting lineup...They acquire Closer Eric Gagne, who hasn't made a good fastball pitch in almost 4 years, and he blows save after save opportunity.
The Yankees have ten games left to be played while the Red Sox only have nine and none of them are a head-head match-up between the two. This should add some extra drama to an already exciting end to Baseball's marathon of a season.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Haz's Picks For Week 3
I got to say to start last week tied with my college Ray, is not bad. Look for me to knock him clear out the water this week with my hot picks for Week 3.
Week 2 Stats for Haz: 10-6
Season Stats for Haz: 10-6
WEEK 3
1:00 PM Games
Dolphins @ Jets: This should not be an very exciting game to watch. I believe it is going to be an defensive struggle with low scoring. It's a toss up, but I believe the Jets pull it out in the end with or with out Chad Pennington. Jets win 10-9.
Colts @ Texans: When you lose your best player like the Texans did for their upcoming divisional battle with World Champion Colts, everyone on that side of the ball has to pick up the slack. Andre Johnson is a game breaker and if he were available on Sunday, I would have picked a closed game. Manning and the Colts still has not forgotten about the lost they took last season in Houston, look for them to dish out some payback. Colts in win with the division lead on the line, 24-10.
Bills @ Patriots: The Patriots are completely unstoppable and until someone beats them or shows some promise like they can, I'm not picking against them, especially at home. I am going to keep an occurring theme going and predict the Patriots will win 38-14.
Rams @ Buccaneers: With franchise left tackle Orlando Pace gone for the season due to injury, Marc Bulger is a sitting duck & Steven Jackson is a marked man. I like what Jeff Garcia showed me last week and look for that to continue against a week St. Louis secondary. Bucs win 27-10.
Lions @ Eagles: With their offense out of sink, McNabb and the Eagles need to pick up the pieces after being upset at home by division leading Washington on Monday Night Football, but the Detroit Lions are a confident bunch and playing some inspired football led by quarterback John Kitna. The Eagles are decimated by injuries in their secondary, which may allow Kitna to find big targets, Roy Williams and sensational rookie Calvin Johnson the field more often than usual. Lions will win 28-14.
Chargers @ Packers: What a great test for Green Bay. They have a chance to knock off 3 playoff participants from last season if they can knock off the defending AFC West Champions. San Diego's offense is lacking an identity and is off to a terrible start offensively. With the weapons the present on that side of the ball, there should be no excuses on why this team is having problems putting points on the board. I believe Norv Turner is not a good NFL head coach by any means, but he needs to figure something out, because if good old Marty can get fired after a 14-2 season, missing the playoffs with this talented group of men should get him banned from the league. Packers win at home 17-13.
49ers @ Steelers: The 49ers has not showed me anything except that they can beat teams in their division. So what, the NFC West stinks. Here's a chance for San Fran to get a tough win on the road against a quality opponent, only thing is that it is not going to happen this week. Steelers win 23-14.
Cardinals @ Ravens: The Ravens are at home against Arizona. Whether McNair plays or not, I believe the defense will keep the Cardinals out of the end-zone. This game will be close though. Ravens win 16-9.
Vikings @ Chiefs: I like the Vikings to get on track this week. K.C. has no deep threats on the outside which means extra attention on Tony Gonzales and 8 to 9 men in the box against Larry Johnson. The Vikings bring it defensively and will win 17-10.
4:00 PM Games
Jaguars @ Broncos: Look for Denver to to keep the winning streak alive, because Jacksonville just doesn't have enough weapons offensively to keep up. Broncos win 30-13.
Browns @ Raiders: The Raiders keep beating themselves. They can easily be 2-0 right now, losing games down the stretch to Detroit and Denver respectfully. The Browns on the other hand shocked the sports world with a legendary offensive performance racking up 51 points on rival Cincinnati. The Raiders are at home has presents one of the leagues toughest defenses, while the Browns have to show us that they can play well on the road after an outstanding offensive performance against the Bengals. Defensively the Browns are terrible!!!! So Raiders win 21-7.
Bengals @ Seattle: Watch out Bengals fans, I predict a shootout in Seattle. The Bengals and Seahawks are both weak on the defensive side of the ball, but each have some good weapons on offense. Seattle is 1 of the most toughest and loudest places to play in the National Football League, so look for the "12th Man" to be a huge factor as I see the game ending 41-38, Seahawks win.
Panthers @ Falcons: No Vick, No Leftwich, no chance for the "Dirty Birds". Joey Harrington is 1 of the worst starting quarterbacks to ever play this game and will prove it as division rival Carlina bounce back this week from a tough loss last week at home to the Houston Texans. Panthers win 35-10.
Giants @ Redskins: The NFC East is probably the most popular division in all of sports. Any time any of these teams gets together it is literally "Must Watch TV". This game should go down to the wire. The Giants have a lot to prove the most to lose, but I see Washington's confidence building and after beating defending NFC East Champ Philadelphia on Monday Night Football last week, a monkey was lifted off their shoulders and they now feel they can beat anybody. Look for Jason Campbell to lead the Redskins to a 3-0 start. Redskins win 20-17.
HAZ'S GAME OF THE WEEK
Sunday Night Football
Cowboys @ Bears: The Cowboys are the flat out the best team in the NFC right now and if the can beat defending NFC Champ Chicago, they will stick to that claim. Looks like T.O. and Romo are clicking on all cylinders and it seems there is nothing anybody in the league can do to stop it, but then again the conference's best defense resides in Chicago. The Bears present a nasty defense that will flat out change the complexion of a game. Urlacer and Briggs will try to disrupt the timing of T.O. and Romo, but will they be successful. I do not think it matters, because of 1 word... Grossman. Rex will lead Chicago to another loss by turning the ball over to the Cowboys at least 3 times. Cowboys win 28-17.
UPSET SPECIAL
Monday Night Football
Titans @ Saints: The Saints have a tremendous home field advantage playing at the Louisiana Superdome. Who can forget the Monday Night Football game from last season as they destroyed the Atlanta Falcons in front of the country. I'm telling you right now that that is not going to happen against Vince Young and the Tennessee Titans. Vince Young has ice water in his veins and does not let the pressures of a NFL game get to them. Much like he did against Reggie Bush in the National Title Game a 2 years back, Vince will put his team on his back and lead the Titans to a victory down the stretch. The Saints will fall to 0-3 as the Tennessee Titans win 21-20.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Week 2 Stats for Haz: 10-6
Season Stats for Haz: 10-6
WEEK 3
1:00 PM Games
Dolphins @ Jets: This should not be an very exciting game to watch. I believe it is going to be an defensive struggle with low scoring. It's a toss up, but I believe the Jets pull it out in the end with or with out Chad Pennington. Jets win 10-9.
Colts @ Texans: When you lose your best player like the Texans did for their upcoming divisional battle with World Champion Colts, everyone on that side of the ball has to pick up the slack. Andre Johnson is a game breaker and if he were available on Sunday, I would have picked a closed game. Manning and the Colts still has not forgotten about the lost they took last season in Houston, look for them to dish out some payback. Colts in win with the division lead on the line, 24-10.
Bills @ Patriots: The Patriots are completely unstoppable and until someone beats them or shows some promise like they can, I'm not picking against them, especially at home. I am going to keep an occurring theme going and predict the Patriots will win 38-14.
Rams @ Buccaneers: With franchise left tackle Orlando Pace gone for the season due to injury, Marc Bulger is a sitting duck & Steven Jackson is a marked man. I like what Jeff Garcia showed me last week and look for that to continue against a week St. Louis secondary. Bucs win 27-10.
Lions @ Eagles: With their offense out of sink, McNabb and the Eagles need to pick up the pieces after being upset at home by division leading Washington on Monday Night Football, but the Detroit Lions are a confident bunch and playing some inspired football led by quarterback John Kitna. The Eagles are decimated by injuries in their secondary, which may allow Kitna to find big targets, Roy Williams and sensational rookie Calvin Johnson the field more often than usual. Lions will win 28-14.
Chargers @ Packers: What a great test for Green Bay. They have a chance to knock off 3 playoff participants from last season if they can knock off the defending AFC West Champions. San Diego's offense is lacking an identity and is off to a terrible start offensively. With the weapons the present on that side of the ball, there should be no excuses on why this team is having problems putting points on the board. I believe Norv Turner is not a good NFL head coach by any means, but he needs to figure something out, because if good old Marty can get fired after a 14-2 season, missing the playoffs with this talented group of men should get him banned from the league. Packers win at home 17-13.
49ers @ Steelers: The 49ers has not showed me anything except that they can beat teams in their division. So what, the NFC West stinks. Here's a chance for San Fran to get a tough win on the road against a quality opponent, only thing is that it is not going to happen this week. Steelers win 23-14.
Cardinals @ Ravens: The Ravens are at home against Arizona. Whether McNair plays or not, I believe the defense will keep the Cardinals out of the end-zone. This game will be close though. Ravens win 16-9.
Vikings @ Chiefs: I like the Vikings to get on track this week. K.C. has no deep threats on the outside which means extra attention on Tony Gonzales and 8 to 9 men in the box against Larry Johnson. The Vikings bring it defensively and will win 17-10.
4:00 PM Games
Jaguars @ Broncos: Look for Denver to to keep the winning streak alive, because Jacksonville just doesn't have enough weapons offensively to keep up. Broncos win 30-13.
Browns @ Raiders: The Raiders keep beating themselves. They can easily be 2-0 right now, losing games down the stretch to Detroit and Denver respectfully. The Browns on the other hand shocked the sports world with a legendary offensive performance racking up 51 points on rival Cincinnati. The Raiders are at home has presents one of the leagues toughest defenses, while the Browns have to show us that they can play well on the road after an outstanding offensive performance against the Bengals. Defensively the Browns are terrible!!!! So Raiders win 21-7.
Bengals @ Seattle: Watch out Bengals fans, I predict a shootout in Seattle. The Bengals and Seahawks are both weak on the defensive side of the ball, but each have some good weapons on offense. Seattle is 1 of the most toughest and loudest places to play in the National Football League, so look for the "12th Man" to be a huge factor as I see the game ending 41-38, Seahawks win.
Panthers @ Falcons: No Vick, No Leftwich, no chance for the "Dirty Birds". Joey Harrington is 1 of the worst starting quarterbacks to ever play this game and will prove it as division rival Carlina bounce back this week from a tough loss last week at home to the Houston Texans. Panthers win 35-10.
Giants @ Redskins: The NFC East is probably the most popular division in all of sports. Any time any of these teams gets together it is literally "Must Watch TV". This game should go down to the wire. The Giants have a lot to prove the most to lose, but I see Washington's confidence building and after beating defending NFC East Champ Philadelphia on Monday Night Football last week, a monkey was lifted off their shoulders and they now feel they can beat anybody. Look for Jason Campbell to lead the Redskins to a 3-0 start. Redskins win 20-17.
HAZ'S GAME OF THE WEEK
Sunday Night Football
Cowboys @ Bears: The Cowboys are the flat out the best team in the NFC right now and if the can beat defending NFC Champ Chicago, they will stick to that claim. Looks like T.O. and Romo are clicking on all cylinders and it seems there is nothing anybody in the league can do to stop it, but then again the conference's best defense resides in Chicago. The Bears present a nasty defense that will flat out change the complexion of a game. Urlacer and Briggs will try to disrupt the timing of T.O. and Romo, but will they be successful. I do not think it matters, because of 1 word... Grossman. Rex will lead Chicago to another loss by turning the ball over to the Cowboys at least 3 times. Cowboys win 28-17.
UPSET SPECIAL
Monday Night Football
Titans @ Saints: The Saints have a tremendous home field advantage playing at the Louisiana Superdome. Who can forget the Monday Night Football game from last season as they destroyed the Atlanta Falcons in front of the country. I'm telling you right now that that is not going to happen against Vince Young and the Tennessee Titans. Vince Young has ice water in his veins and does not let the pressures of a NFL game get to them. Much like he did against Reggie Bush in the National Title Game a 2 years back, Vince will put his team on his back and lead the Titans to a victory down the stretch. The Saints will fall to 0-3 as the Tennessee Titans win 21-20.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Big Names in Big Places
Falcons and Cowboys upgrade their teams with signings Tuesday. The Dallas Cowboys sign DT Tank Johnson, who is probably known more for his stints in jail then his performance on the field. Atlanta Falcons are ready to try and win a game with the signing of QB Byron Leftwhich.
Both teams are on two different ends of the spectrum, (Cowboys 2-0, Falcons 0-2) but these were needed additions for both teams. Falcons needed strong help at QB because incumbent starter QB Joey Harrington is point blank..."Trash". Leftwitch isn't necessarily gold but if, and that's a big if, he stays healthy he could possibly help this Falcons. The Cowboys look as if they really don't need too much help. They won their first two games and scored over 30-points in each. They added help on their defensive front line, but Tank won't be able to replace injured DT Jason Ferguson for another 6-weeks because of off the field problems.
Both teams are on two different ends of the spectrum, (Cowboys 2-0, Falcons 0-2) but these were needed additions for both teams. Falcons needed strong help at QB because incumbent starter QB Joey Harrington is point blank..."Trash". Leftwitch isn't necessarily gold but if, and that's a big if, he stays healthy he could possibly help this Falcons. The Cowboys look as if they really don't need too much help. They won their first two games and scored over 30-points in each. They added help on their defensive front line, but Tank won't be able to replace injured DT Jason Ferguson for another 6-weeks because of off the field problems.
O. J. Needs Help
Once again former NFL All-Pro O.J. Simpson is on newspaper headlines everywhere. This time the authorities aren't letting him get away with "murder". O.J. is being held on multiple charges by the Las Vegas Police Department; one is a felony kidnapping. O.J. is allegedly involved in an arm robbery of a group of men who he claims stole memorabilia that belong to him.
O.J. has really gone over the edge. Ever since being acquitted of murder charges he has been in the media non-stop for the craziest reasons. He sold his Heisman Trophy and he owes everybody money, probably even the late Johnny Cochran. And not to mention the book...If I Did It, O.J. here's a hint..WE KNOW U DID IT! Here is another case in point of a man that had everything and wash it down the toilet with one flush.
O.J. has really gone over the edge. Ever since being acquitted of murder charges he has been in the media non-stop for the craziest reasons. He sold his Heisman Trophy and he owes everybody money, probably even the late Johnny Cochran. And not to mention the book...If I Did It, O.J. here's a hint..WE KNOW U DID IT! Here is another case in point of a man that had everything and wash it down the toilet with one flush.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Haz's AFC Power Rankings
The Patriots and Colts are clearly the class of not just the AFC, but the entire NFL. Teams like the Chiefs and Jets need to turn it around next week if they want to repeat as playoff participants this coming post season.
AFC Power Rankings
1. Patriots 2-0
2. Colts 2-0
3. Steelers 2-0
4. Texans 2-0
5. Broncos 2-0
6. Titans 1-1
7. Chargers 1-1
8. Browns 1-1
9. Bengals 1-1
10.Ravens 1-1
11.Jaguars 1-1
12.Raiders 0-2
13.Dolphins 0-2
14.Bills 0-2
15.Jets 0-2
16.Chiefs 0-2
AFC Power Rankings
1. Patriots 2-0
2. Colts 2-0
3. Steelers 2-0
4. Texans 2-0
5. Broncos 2-0
6. Titans 1-1
7. Chargers 1-1
8. Browns 1-1
9. Bengals 1-1
10.Ravens 1-1
11.Jaguars 1-1
12.Raiders 0-2
13.Dolphins 0-2
14.Bills 0-2
15.Jets 0-2
16.Chiefs 0-2
Haz's NFC Power Rankings
The Cowboys looked great offensively through the first 2 weeks of the season, while playoff teams from a year ago; the Giants, Eagles & Saints are possibly in season saving situations this upcoming Week.
NFC Power Rankings
1. Cowboys 2-0
2. Packers 2-0
3. Redskins 2-0
4. Lions 2-0
5. 49ers 2-0
6. Bears 1-1
7. Cardinals 1-1
8. Seahawks 1-1
9. Buccaneers 1-1
10. Panthers 1-1
11. Vikings 1-1
12. Giants 0-2
13. Eagles 0-2
14. Saints 0-2
15. Rams 0-2
16. Falcons 0-2
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
NFC Power Rankings
1. Cowboys 2-0
2. Packers 2-0
3. Redskins 2-0
4. Lions 2-0
5. 49ers 2-0
6. Bears 1-1
7. Cardinals 1-1
8. Seahawks 1-1
9. Buccaneers 1-1
10. Panthers 1-1
11. Vikings 1-1
12. Giants 0-2
13. Eagles 0-2
14. Saints 0-2
15. Rams 0-2
16. Falcons 0-2
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Haz's NFL Fab 5 Week 3
1. New England Patriots(2-0): Clearly the best team in football right now. Destroying 2 playoff teams (Jets & Chargers) each by the score of 38-14.
2. Indianapolis Colts (2-0): This team has it on both sides of the ball.
3. Dallas Cowboys (2-0): Is now the team to beat in the NFC. Too many weapons on offense to contain.
4. Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0): Big Ben is looking like the Big Ben of old. The 3-4 defense is still dominant.
5. Green Bay Packers (2-0): After beating 2 playoff teams (Eagles & Giants) and containing both offenses to 13 points, it seems like there are no true weakness defensively for the Pack. Green Bay is my pick to win the NFC North.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
2. Indianapolis Colts (2-0): This team has it on both sides of the ball.
3. Dallas Cowboys (2-0): Is now the team to beat in the NFC. Too many weapons on offense to contain.
4. Pittsburgh Steelers (2-0): Big Ben is looking like the Big Ben of old. The 3-4 defense is still dominant.
5. Green Bay Packers (2-0): After beating 2 playoff teams (Eagles & Giants) and containing both offenses to 13 points, it seems like there are no true weakness defensively for the Pack. Green Bay is my pick to win the NFC North.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Monday, September 17, 2007
The Haz Report: What A Wild, Wacky Week 2
Who's for real,and who's not? Maybe it's to early to tell, but it's fun to talk about. Many questions are up in the air after a much exciting Sunday for "NFL Nation". What tune is the Saints marching to? Will Tom Coughlin last through the whole regular season? Did the Browns score 51 points all of last season? Are the Bengals primed for another 8-8 season? Who can stop the Texans? Well what I noticed is that on any giving Sunday what you expect to happen won't.
Experts was ready to hand over the NFC Crown to the Saints before the season started and now their on paced to go 0-16. How about what is happening in the NFC North... What was in recent years a predominately weak division by NFL standards is now the most competitive division in football. And I'm telling America right now that the Packers or Lions will win that division. Sorry Bears fans, but Rex needs to show some heart on the road, not just at home. Finally lets give it up to the Cleveland Browns. I tore them apart as did all the other experts and they flat out shut all of us up this week. What a performance by Derek Andersen and Jamaal Lewis. Brady Quinn can now relax for at least 8 or 9 more weeks till the Browns are knocked out of playoff contention.
Week 2 was exciting, but lets face it, the NFL regular season is a marathon, not a sprint. It will be weeks before we will find out who's for real and who's not.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Experts was ready to hand over the NFC Crown to the Saints before the season started and now their on paced to go 0-16. How about what is happening in the NFC North... What was in recent years a predominately weak division by NFL standards is now the most competitive division in football. And I'm telling America right now that the Packers or Lions will win that division. Sorry Bears fans, but Rex needs to show some heart on the road, not just at home. Finally lets give it up to the Cleveland Browns. I tore them apart as did all the other experts and they flat out shut all of us up this week. What a performance by Derek Andersen and Jamaal Lewis. Brady Quinn can now relax for at least 8 or 9 more weeks till the Browns are knocked out of playoff contention.
Week 2 was exciting, but lets face it, the NFL regular season is a marathon, not a sprint. It will be weeks before we will find out who's for real and who's not.
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Week 2 Ray vs Haz Results Going Into MNF
Going into the Redskins & Eagles battle on Monday Night Football, Ray & Haz will finish week 2 dead lock at 10-5. Both lost three games they agreed on...Bengals, Saints and Seahawks. Then these "so called experts "cancelled each other out with Ray accurately picking the Texans and Bears, while Haz picked the Lions and Patriots. Tonight's Monday Night Football contest between Philly and D.C will not break the tie for both picked the Eagles to outlast the Redskins at "The Linc" in South Philly. Stay tuned this week for Ray and Haz's picks for Week 3.
Mike's Monday Night Pick
The Eagles look to bounce back after a dismall peformance against Packers and the Redskins are still on a "High" after beating a terrible Dolphins squad. Look for Mcnabb and the Birds to put the ball in the air and strech the field. But I think the Redskins fly out of Philly with this one. The Redskins defense shuts down the Eagles flock of recievers. Skins 24-10
NBA Referee Reinstated
Veteran NBA official Joey Crawford was reinstated today after being suspended by the league on April 17th of this year. Crawford was suspended by NBA commissioner David Stern for improper conduct during the Spurs Vs. Mavericks game last season. Crawford gave Spurs all-star forward Tim Duncan two technical fouls, which led to his ejection out of the game. Now the second technical Duncan received was when he was on the bench; Duncan was laughing at the reaction a teammate made after one of Crawford's many bad calls. Crawford felt upstaged by Duncan and begun a verbal argument with him as he ejected Duncan. Crawford also gave Duncan his first Tech.
The NBA has had a few bumps in the road this off-season. The future face of the league (No. 1 overall pick Greg Oden) is out for the season with an injury, That hurts marketing and endorsements. The NBA official with a gambling problem (Ted Donaghy) and a Mob affiliate is threatening to "Blow the Whistle" on others in the league; somebody needs to send him a copy of a good Mobster movie..."Snitches get Stitches". Now they allow the quickest whistle on this side of the Mississippi to come back and reign more terror on players he don't like...Let's just hope the regular season is just as exciting...Drama means ratings.
The NBA has had a few bumps in the road this off-season. The future face of the league (No. 1 overall pick Greg Oden) is out for the season with an injury, That hurts marketing and endorsements. The NBA official with a gambling problem (Ted Donaghy) and a Mob affiliate is threatening to "Blow the Whistle" on others in the league; somebody needs to send him a copy of a good Mobster movie..."Snitches get Stitches". Now they allow the quickest whistle on this side of the Mississippi to come back and reign more terror on players he don't like...Let's just hope the regular season is just as exciting...Drama means ratings.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Clash Of The Insiders: Ray vs Haz Week 2
Week 2 Clash Of The Insiders
Ray's Picks: Colts, Packers, 49ers, Seahawks, Texans, Jaguars, Vikings, Broncos, Ravens, Saints, Bengals, Steelers, Bears, Cowbooys, Chargers & Eagles
Haz's Picks: Colts, Packers, 49ers, Seahawks, Panthers, Jaguars, Lions, Broncos, Ravens, Saints, Bengals, Steelers, Cheifs, Cowboys, Patriots & Eagles
*Check out the Week 2 Previews from Ray & Haz for their indepth analysis of each game*
Ray's Picks: Colts, Packers, 49ers, Seahawks, Texans, Jaguars, Vikings, Broncos, Ravens, Saints, Bengals, Steelers, Bears, Cowbooys, Chargers & Eagles
Haz's Picks: Colts, Packers, 49ers, Seahawks, Panthers, Jaguars, Lions, Broncos, Ravens, Saints, Bengals, Steelers, Cheifs, Cowboys, Patriots & Eagles
*Check out the Week 2 Previews from Ray & Haz for their indepth analysis of each game*
Saturday, September 15, 2007
Notre Dame QB Transfers
Notre Dame senior QB Demetrius Jones, who started the teams openers against Georgia Tech, will be wearing a different uniform next season...Can you blame him. It's reported that he will transfer to Northern Illinois and began taking classes their next semester. Notre Dame head coach Charlie Weis is down playing the whole situation...probably because it's his fault why the kid is leaving. The way he has handle this QB situation is pathetic; you shouldn't have told these kids the job is open when you know who the media and the "BOOSTERS" want to start. Is Demetrius Jones better than true freshman Jimmy Clausen, maybe not. But he didn't get a fair shot to prove himself...One quarter of football against one of the best defensive teams in the ACC...that's not fair. Maybe if Jones' arm was as good as his speed and quickness he would have gotten more of a chance...doubt it. Coach Weis could have scripted an offense that plays in to Jones' style, but then we wouldn't be watching future All-American Jimmy Clausen this afternoon against Michigan...Would we.
Ray's Week 2 Preview
Houston vs Carolina
This Game has to go to the Houston Texans, in my opinion they are the up and coming team this year. They will try and make a playoff run with Matt Schaub and Mario Williams...pending Williams not having a Sophomore Slump. 24-17
Cincinnati vs Cleveland
This game has one question in it, and its not who is going to win, but more like what will Chad do next. HE has now inducted himself into the Hall of Fame in Week 1 but what will he do to top it. Reports say he Will jump into the "Dog Pound" if he scores Sunday. That might not be a good idea Chad. Cincinnati in a rout 38-10
Indianapolis vs Tennessee
Any game that you put Vince Young in to me is going to be a good game and will be close. I don't believe that the Colts will blow away the Titans but I think this one is decided late by a Vinatieri field goal. Colts 24-21
New Orleans vs Tampa Bay
This one should be an easy pick with the Saints having extra time to prepare for this game and given the fact that RB Cadillac Williams is questionable. Sean Payton leads his team into Tampa and walks out 1-1. Saints 27-13
San Francisco vs St Louis
This one is for the late Ms. Gore. I believe Frank Gore has a big game in memory of his mom...Hard work to raise 3 kids by herself...The 49ers show up and play good football this Sunday. 49ers 17-10
Buffalo vs Pittsburgh
I expect Big Ben and company to play a good game and Mike Tomlin to improve his record to 2-0. Pittsburgh 26-10
Green Bay vs New York Giants
Eli Manning is questionable and with that my pick is questionable. My pick is going as if Eli doesn't play which I don't think he will. I will take Favre and the Pack to beat Jared Lorenzen in his first NFL start. The Giants already have to many injuries to go along with Michael Strahan still not a 100%. Packers 13-10 Maybe a last second field goal again.
Atlanta vs Jacksonville
When will Atlanta pick up Byron Leftwich and be competitive in some games this year? I believe if they do that they could surprise some teams. If they don't soon we will hear with the #1 overall pick in this years NFL draft the Atlanta Falcons select...Jacksonville 28-14
Seattle vs Arizona
That was a cute commercial seeing the Manning brothers coming home and seeing Matt Leinart in their back yard with Archie. To me it seems like Leinart needs to focus a little more on football and a little less on everything else. If this is his professional sport become the star on the field then go back to your Hollywood background.Seattle wins 24-21
Dallas vs Miami
Dallas Defense looked like the same defense from a year ago giving up a whole lot of yards and having the offense pick them up. This game will not be a high scoring game like Dallas had last week against the Giants. A healthier and better Miami D will make this game really interesting. If Miami can get its running game together they might have a chance but I believe Dallas still pulls it out . Dallas 20-17
Minnesota vs Detroit
My Rookie of the Year pick is in and it is the Vikings Adrian Peterson. He had 163 total yards last week and expect a little more excitement from him this week. Kitna does have a lot of weapons to throw to but I am not to sure if Tatum Bell can handle a big load which might keep the Detroit D on the field a lot. Minnesota wins on the road 20-13
Oakland vs Denver
No matter who starts at QB for the Raiders the Broncos should win this one. Travis Henry looked exceptional on the ground for the Broncos. Jay Cutler also threw for 304 yards I think this one might be a blowout with the Denver Broncos winning 35-14
Kansas City vs Chicago
This one could be a boring game depending on whether or not Rex Grossman shows up. Don't expect either team to score more then 13 points...again If Grossman shows up they still might not score more than 13 points. I would take Kansas City but I think he plays well enough for the win. Chicago 13-10
New York Jets vs Baltimore
If Pennington is smart he wont play cause no matter who the QB is, expect a whole lot of blitzing. The Ravens will pin their ears back this week and blitz on at least 85 percent of there plays. If its Pennington, they know he's hurting so he will get pressured. If its Clemens they will blitz the new guy. Expect a big game from McGahee and the Ravens to win. Ravens 17-6
Sunday Night Football
San Diego vs New England
Where do I start...the Patriots need a strong game to quiet everyone and show that they don't need to steal plays to win games. Then on the other hand they beat the NFL's best rusher in the game LaDainian Tomlinson last year in the playoffs. This game might be the most hyped up game of the season in only the seasons second week.
Don't expect Tomlinson to struggle like he did last week, and you may even see the lights out dance come from more then Shawn Merriman. This one has me excited just thinking about it. I have to go with the San Diego Super Chargers. Chargers 31-27
Monday Night Match-up
Washington vs Philadelphia
This game is an NFC East showdown on Monday night. The Redskins have a good running game that will test the Eagles D, who stood really strong against the Packers last week. The Eagles on offense didn't wow anyone last week but it was also McNabbs first game back off of his knee injury. Expect McNabb to play better and the Special Teams to improve with the signing of KR Reno Mahe . Birds win 17-10
Written by Ray Weed with Mike and Company
This Game has to go to the Houston Texans, in my opinion they are the up and coming team this year. They will try and make a playoff run with Matt Schaub and Mario Williams...pending Williams not having a Sophomore Slump. 24-17
Cincinnati vs Cleveland
This game has one question in it, and its not who is going to win, but more like what will Chad do next. HE has now inducted himself into the Hall of Fame in Week 1 but what will he do to top it. Reports say he Will jump into the "Dog Pound" if he scores Sunday. That might not be a good idea Chad. Cincinnati in a rout 38-10
Indianapolis vs Tennessee
Any game that you put Vince Young in to me is going to be a good game and will be close. I don't believe that the Colts will blow away the Titans but I think this one is decided late by a Vinatieri field goal. Colts 24-21
New Orleans vs Tampa Bay
This one should be an easy pick with the Saints having extra time to prepare for this game and given the fact that RB Cadillac Williams is questionable. Sean Payton leads his team into Tampa and walks out 1-1. Saints 27-13
San Francisco vs St Louis
This one is for the late Ms. Gore. I believe Frank Gore has a big game in memory of his mom...Hard work to raise 3 kids by herself...The 49ers show up and play good football this Sunday. 49ers 17-10
Buffalo vs Pittsburgh
I expect Big Ben and company to play a good game and Mike Tomlin to improve his record to 2-0. Pittsburgh 26-10
Green Bay vs New York Giants
Eli Manning is questionable and with that my pick is questionable. My pick is going as if Eli doesn't play which I don't think he will. I will take Favre and the Pack to beat Jared Lorenzen in his first NFL start. The Giants already have to many injuries to go along with Michael Strahan still not a 100%. Packers 13-10 Maybe a last second field goal again.
Atlanta vs Jacksonville
When will Atlanta pick up Byron Leftwich and be competitive in some games this year? I believe if they do that they could surprise some teams. If they don't soon we will hear with the #1 overall pick in this years NFL draft the Atlanta Falcons select...Jacksonville 28-14
Seattle vs Arizona
That was a cute commercial seeing the Manning brothers coming home and seeing Matt Leinart in their back yard with Archie. To me it seems like Leinart needs to focus a little more on football and a little less on everything else. If this is his professional sport become the star on the field then go back to your Hollywood background.Seattle wins 24-21
Dallas vs Miami
Dallas Defense looked like the same defense from a year ago giving up a whole lot of yards and having the offense pick them up. This game will not be a high scoring game like Dallas had last week against the Giants. A healthier and better Miami D will make this game really interesting. If Miami can get its running game together they might have a chance but I believe Dallas still pulls it out . Dallas 20-17
Minnesota vs Detroit
My Rookie of the Year pick is in and it is the Vikings Adrian Peterson. He had 163 total yards last week and expect a little more excitement from him this week. Kitna does have a lot of weapons to throw to but I am not to sure if Tatum Bell can handle a big load which might keep the Detroit D on the field a lot. Minnesota wins on the road 20-13
Oakland vs Denver
No matter who starts at QB for the Raiders the Broncos should win this one. Travis Henry looked exceptional on the ground for the Broncos. Jay Cutler also threw for 304 yards I think this one might be a blowout with the Denver Broncos winning 35-14
Kansas City vs Chicago
This one could be a boring game depending on whether or not Rex Grossman shows up. Don't expect either team to score more then 13 points...again If Grossman shows up they still might not score more than 13 points. I would take Kansas City but I think he plays well enough for the win. Chicago 13-10
New York Jets vs Baltimore
If Pennington is smart he wont play cause no matter who the QB is, expect a whole lot of blitzing. The Ravens will pin their ears back this week and blitz on at least 85 percent of there plays. If its Pennington, they know he's hurting so he will get pressured. If its Clemens they will blitz the new guy. Expect a big game from McGahee and the Ravens to win. Ravens 17-6
Sunday Night Football
San Diego vs New England
Where do I start...the Patriots need a strong game to quiet everyone and show that they don't need to steal plays to win games. Then on the other hand they beat the NFL's best rusher in the game LaDainian Tomlinson last year in the playoffs. This game might be the most hyped up game of the season in only the seasons second week.
Don't expect Tomlinson to struggle like he did last week, and you may even see the lights out dance come from more then Shawn Merriman. This one has me excited just thinking about it. I have to go with the San Diego Super Chargers. Chargers 31-27
Monday Night Match-up
Washington vs Philadelphia
This game is an NFC East showdown on Monday night. The Redskins have a good running game that will test the Eagles D, who stood really strong against the Packers last week. The Eagles on offense didn't wow anyone last week but it was also McNabbs first game back off of his knee injury. Expect McNabb to play better and the Special Teams to improve with the signing of KR Reno Mahe . Birds win 17-10
Written by Ray Weed with Mike and Company
Yankees Take A Game and Possibly Their Hearts
Last nights Yankees-Red Sox game added a little bit more to the rivalry. The Yankees looked down and out as if the Red Sox were going to go ahead and just roll right over them. Until a huge 8th inning rally allowed them to pull out the win and pull closer in the division; but more importantly they kept a 3 and a half game lead on the Tigers in the wildcard. I believe that today's game is the biggest game of the season for both teams who look ready to make a playoff run. Two 18 game winners facing off on the mound as Chien-Ming Wang faces Josh Beckett. Also the Red Sox need to stop the 5 game win streak the Yankees have reeled off against them. They need to show that they are the division leaders and are not going to let the losses bother them. If the Yankees come in and win the next two games of this series in Fenway, after sweeping them at Yankee Stadium, I believe that would give them all the momentum it needs to go into a possible playoff match up between the two rivals. The Yankees are one of the hottest teams, if not the hottest team in baseball and are poised to try and win yet another AL pennant and possible 27th world championship. If you think about it two months ago it seemed like Joe Torre was on the hot seat and could have been fired any day. Now if the Yankees win today I believe they become the favorite to win the world series. A loss and then you have to say Boston might just be taking it easy and putting it on cruise control until the playoffs. Tune in today at 3:55 pm on Fox and watch the game and during the games commercials watch the battle of the defeated as 0-2 Michigan plays 0-2 Notre Dame.
Ray Weed with Mike and Company
Ray Weed with Mike and Company
Friday, September 14, 2007
Tigers World
Maybe the best ever athlete in SPORTS is yet again in position to win another PGA event. Its hard to say if golf is a true athletic sport, but have you ever tried to hit a golf ball. I'd rather shoot half-court shots on a basketball court. Tiger is above and beyond the Michael Jordan of this millennium, he has endorsements, his own video game, and did I mention he has endorsements. Tiger should branch off and get his own shoe company like MJ did...Who wouldn't where a pair of Woods'...look if MJ can be a marketing genius why can't Tiger use his prestige in golf and make money. Yea that's right I forgot...Tiger has money;. Even with out the money outside golf, Tiger is flat out getting paid from just playing golf. He's currently in the lead at the PGA Tour Championships and WHEN he wins this tourney he will be the overall winner in the FedEx Cup Challenge. The winner of the challenge gets a $10 million purse that's spread out annually...In basketball Lebron James had to go through Tim Duncan and he failed...Peyton Manning finally beat Tom Brady to reach his first Super bowl, which he won...Tigers' arch nemisis...umm...ummm...Phil Mickelson?..."NAH".
College Football Preview
Before we get to NFL Sunday, there are a group of Collegiate athletes that might get your attention this weekend. Saturday is slated to be a pretty memorable football Saturday because of some marquee match-ups on tap. To some maybe the biggest match-up is Notre Dame @ Michigan because both teams are looking for their first win of the season. Let's not crown it game of the year just yet; we also have some serious conference openers like Tennessee @ Florida, Arkansas @ Alabama, and Boston College @ Georgia Tech.
The Gators are trying to repeat as Champions this year while the Vols want to revenge last seasons one-point loss to the Gators. Nick Saban takes his "current" team, Alabama, to battle against Darren McFadden and the Razorbacks. McFadden rushed for 112-yards and one touchdown as the Razorbacks defeated 'Bama by one point in an overtime thriller. This is the first meeting between Boston College and Georgia Tech since BC joined the ACC conference back in 2005. Georgia Tech doesn't have all world WR Calvin Johnson running on to the field Saturday but they do have Senior RB Tashard Choice who is averaging about a 150-yards rushing a game. Boston College lost head coach Tom O'Brien to NC State but kept his swagger, the Eagles are 2-0 and Senior QB Matt Ryan is showing his critics why he is a true NFL prospect.
Now the two must see games obviously are Notre Dame @ Michigan and USC @ Nebraska, four of the Best programs in college football. The Trojans invade Lincoln, Nebraska looking to do what they do best and win; Last season they beat Nebraska 28-10. The Trojans might have the most talented team position by position. They are lead by Senior QB John David Booty who might not be the best QB in the nation but he is consistent. Nebraska is led by Junior RB Marlon Lucky who was recruited by the Trojans head coach Pete Carroll. Lucky has had a great start to this season by averaging about 160-yards on the ground. College football's all time wins leader is actually having trouble...winning. The Michigan Wolverines are 0-2 and are jeopardy of losing again this weekend against the 0-2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Both teams will be starting True Freshman Quarterbacks Saturday; which has never happened before in this historical rivalry. 6 foot 6 inch QB Ryan Mallett will take the snaps for the Wolverines and Highly recruited QB Jimmy Clausen leads the Irish.
Whats better than watching football before Sunday football...
The Gators are trying to repeat as Champions this year while the Vols want to revenge last seasons one-point loss to the Gators. Nick Saban takes his "current" team, Alabama, to battle against Darren McFadden and the Razorbacks. McFadden rushed for 112-yards and one touchdown as the Razorbacks defeated 'Bama by one point in an overtime thriller. This is the first meeting between Boston College and Georgia Tech since BC joined the ACC conference back in 2005. Georgia Tech doesn't have all world WR Calvin Johnson running on to the field Saturday but they do have Senior RB Tashard Choice who is averaging about a 150-yards rushing a game. Boston College lost head coach Tom O'Brien to NC State but kept his swagger, the Eagles are 2-0 and Senior QB Matt Ryan is showing his critics why he is a true NFL prospect.
Now the two must see games obviously are Notre Dame @ Michigan and USC @ Nebraska, four of the Best programs in college football. The Trojans invade Lincoln, Nebraska looking to do what they do best and win; Last season they beat Nebraska 28-10. The Trojans might have the most talented team position by position. They are lead by Senior QB John David Booty who might not be the best QB in the nation but he is consistent. Nebraska is led by Junior RB Marlon Lucky who was recruited by the Trojans head coach Pete Carroll. Lucky has had a great start to this season by averaging about 160-yards on the ground. College football's all time wins leader is actually having trouble...winning. The Michigan Wolverines are 0-2 and are jeopardy of losing again this weekend against the 0-2 Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Both teams will be starting True Freshman Quarterbacks Saturday; which has never happened before in this historical rivalry. 6 foot 6 inch QB Ryan Mallett will take the snaps for the Wolverines and Highly recruited QB Jimmy Clausen leads the Irish.
Whats better than watching football before Sunday football...
NFL'S FAB 5
Here are this weeks the top 5 teams in the National Football League.
1. Colts 1-0
2. Patriots 1-0
3. Chargers 1-0
4. Steelers 1-0
5. Cowboys 1-0
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
1. Colts 1-0
2. Patriots 1-0
3. Chargers 1-0
4. Steelers 1-0
5. Cowboys 1-0
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
NFC Power Rankings Week 2
After week 1, the team that had the best performance in the NFC was the Carolina Panthers winning on the road at St. Louis, while the most disappointing performance belongs to the "Vickless" Atlanta Falcons. It is safe to say that the "Dirty Birds" will hold down the 16th and final ranking in the NFC all season long.
NFC POWER RANKINGS
1. Cowboys 1-0
2. Seahawks 1-0
3. Panthers 1-0
4. Packers 1-0
5. Lions 1-0
6. 49ers 1-0
7. Redskins 1-0
8. Vikings 1-0
9. Giants 0-1
10. Bears 0-1
11. Saints 0-1
12. Eagles 0-1
13. Rams 0-1
14. Cardinals 0-1
15. Buccaneers 0-1
16. Falcons 0-1
*The power rankings are based on strengh of schedule, quality of opponent, last years results, statistics & performance in the last game played.*
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
NFC POWER RANKINGS
1. Cowboys 1-0
2. Seahawks 1-0
3. Panthers 1-0
4. Packers 1-0
5. Lions 1-0
6. 49ers 1-0
7. Redskins 1-0
8. Vikings 1-0
9. Giants 0-1
10. Bears 0-1
11. Saints 0-1
12. Eagles 0-1
13. Rams 0-1
14. Cardinals 0-1
15. Buccaneers 0-1
16. Falcons 0-1
*The power rankings are based on strengh of schedule, quality of opponent, last years results, statistics & performance in the last game played.*
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
NFC Weekly Awards
Here is my NFC Awards for Week 1...
Offensive Player of the Week: Tony Romo, QB Cowboys (128.5 Rating, 15-24 for 345 Yards Pasing & 4TDS)
Deffensive Player of the Week: Julian Peterson, LB Seahawks (2 Sacks,7 solo Tackles)
Special Teams Player of the Week: Mason Crosby, K Packers (3 Field Goals)
Impact Rookie of the Week: Adrian Peterson, HB Vikings (163 total yards, 1TD)
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Offensive Player of the Week: Tony Romo, QB Cowboys (128.5 Rating, 15-24 for 345 Yards Pasing & 4TDS)
Deffensive Player of the Week: Julian Peterson, LB Seahawks (2 Sacks,7 solo Tackles)
Special Teams Player of the Week: Mason Crosby, K Packers (3 Field Goals)
Impact Rookie of the Week: Adrian Peterson, HB Vikings (163 total yards, 1TD)
Hassan Bey
NFL Insider
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Say it Ain't So...
The next Bill Russell and Blazers saviour Greg Oden is playing an unfamiliar position this season...bench warmer. The Portland Trail Blazers 1st round draft pick and the number one overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft is out for the season with a microfacture the size of a thumb nail in his knee. He went to see the teams physician for an exploratory procedure and ended up having microfracture surgery. This type of injury has hampered the NBA over the last two decades. Notable players like the Suns big man Amare Stoudamire and Nets floor general Jason Kidd have both had this surgery but bounced back. Former players Allan Houston and Jamal Mashburn had their careers cut short because of multiple microfracture surgeries. Oden is only 19-years-old and might heel faster than most players who have had this injury; He has yet to take a real beating on his body like a 82-game season and traveling from state to state will give you...Well we all know how the Sam Bowie over Michael Jordan pick turned out, lets just hope without Oden in the middle Kevin Durant will at least sign a poster for the Blazers of him soaring throw the air or dropping "Fiddy" on them...And with the first pick...the Blazers pick...well lets just say don't make the same mistake two years in a row.
Pats' Get Slap
Cheating is cheating...this was the phrase used by most around the NFL this week. It seems that same feeling was felt by the NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, who penalized Bill Belichick $500,000 and the team $250,000. The patriots will also loose a first round draft pick if the team makes the playoffs and will loose a second or third round pick if they miss the playoffs. The buzz around the league is the penalties overall don't match the crime committed. If the patriots somehow go 4-12 they get to keep their early first round pick but if they win the Super Bowl they miss out on that all "important" 32nd overall pick. Do we have to go back to last seasons rarely used 1st round pick WR Chad Jackson. The Patriots rely on veteran free agents and wise trade moves to improve their team. Why not limit salary cap space for next season or maybe actually have them forfeit the game they "cheated" in. Coach Belichick is do to make $4.2 Million this season, so $500,000 puts a big "dent" in his wallet. Why not give him the same punishment you give a player who takes performance enhancing drugs...4-game suspension. The Patriots probably could survive and win with out their skipper on the sidelines but why not set an example to the league and show cheating will not be condoned.
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