We can’t even beat Providence…YES PROVIDENCE!

What happened to the Connecticut Huskies that I have known and loved for 9 years? What happened to the team that has won 2 National Championships in the last 8 years? Not only have we fell out of the top 25 for the first time in 4 years, we can’t even win a game anymore. We have lost our last 4 games and 7 of our last 9.

We absolutely killed all of the weaker competition earlier in the year and things were looking good, coming into our first road game(yes, our first 11 games were home games) against West Virginia we were ranked #11 and 11-0.

So obviously I was excited, running around the streets of St.Louis with no shirt and some spandex shorts, that didn’t really hide my boner to say the least. I mean when my teams are winning I tend to take the celebration a little to far. A frightened Chimpanzee at the St.Louis Zoo knows exactly what i’m talking about. Apparently the cops and the trainers don’t like it when you strip off all your clothes and get into the ape cages and spoon with the monkeys. Who knew?
Basically what I’m trying to say is, I bought into all they hype, I looked into all the players and liked what I saw, I liked our potential. Although I have admitted that I don’t think were a powerhouse like we were last year, but I felt that we would win 20+ games, make the NCAA Tournament and create some buzz. I was wrong. We can’t hold a lead against teams in the second half. We give up long scoring streaks that put us out of the game. We can’t defend that well. And we have no real “scorer”.

We have alot of talent but at this point we can’t close out games. We have had leads or been right there in all of loses at halftime and then we blow it in the second half. We have given up a 12-0 run to Pittsburgh(aka Shitsburgh) and Marquette, a 12-2 run to LSU, and a 15-3 run to Louisville…all in the second half. And then again today against Providence, we had an 11 point lead going into halftime and to start the second half, the Friars went on a 16-0 run. WE GOT BEAT BY FUCKING FRIARS…WHAT THE HELL! The same Providence team that lost to Senton Hall and Brown. Yes the Ivy League school.

I love Jim Calhoun, but it is apparent that he can’t find a winning starting line up. He has tried combos such as:

C-Hasheem Thabeet, F-Jeff Adrien, F-Marcus Johnson, G-Jerome Dyson, G-A.J. Price
C-Hasheem Thabeet, F-Jeff Adrien, F-Stanley Robinson, G-Jerome Dyson, G-Doug Wiggins
C-Hasheem Thabeet, F-Jeff Adrien, F-Stanley Robinson, G-Jerome Dyson, G-A.J. Price
F-Jeff Adrien, F-Stanley Robinson, G-Jerome Dyson, G-A.J. Price G-Doug Wiggins

Another weakness is our lack of ability to defend the 3-point shot. Although overall our 3-point pct. is better(ours-.333 opp-.308), we don’t shoot that many a game, and our opponets shoot alot. Also our free throw shooting is abismal. Right now UConn is shooting .638 from the FT line. That isn’t going to cut it.

I’m going to go ahead and say it. Although I love Hasheem Thabeet’s shot blocking ability, he looks like a bust this year. He is 7′3″ 265 lbs but he has no mucle on him. He is long and skinny and he just gets over powered down low which is why he’s only averaging 6.9 ppg and 6.5 rpg. I still think he can be great, but this offseason their is alot that he needs to work on, like packing on some muscle, work on his downlow presence and just get stronger.

With all that said, I think we will defintely win our next two games guaranteed. We travel to Depaul(12-9) and then we have Rutgers(8-12) at home. We need to win at least 7 or 8 of our remaining 10 games and we need to do well in the Big East Tournament if we have any hope to make the NCAA Tournament.

06-07 Schedule

11/10- Quinnipiac (53-46 W)
11/17- Cen. Arkansas (88-59 W)
11/18- Fairfield (74-49 W)
11/19- Ole Miss (77-59 W)
11/26- Albany (86-55 W)
11/29- Sacred Heart (89-46 W)
12/03- Texas South (106-55 W)
12/06- N’Eastern (81-53 W)
12/17- St. Mary’s (89-73 W)
12/20- Pepperdine (88-66 W)
12/27- Coppin St. (84-41 W)
12/30- @ West Virginia (81-71 L)
01/02- South Florida (69-50 W)
01/06- @ #19 LSU (66-49 L)
01/10- Marquette (73-69 L)
01/13- @ St. John’s (68-59 W)
01/16- @ #6 Pittsburgh (63-54 L)
01/20- Indiana (77-73 L)
01/22- @ Louisville (68-54 L)
01/27- Providence (84-72 )
01/31- @ Depaul (12-9, 3-4)
02/03- Rutgers (8-12, 1-6)
02/05- Syracuse (15-5, 4-2)
02/11- @ Ga Tech (13-6)
02/14- Senton Hall (11-8, 3-4)
02/17- @ Syracuse (15-5, 4-2)
02/21- @ Rutgers (8-12, 1-6)
02/25- Louisville (14-6, 4-2)
02/28- Villanova (14-5, 3-3)
03/03- @ Georgetown (15-5, 5-2)

We have a tough road ahead of us, but hopefully Jim Calhoun can right the ship and turn this team around to make a late run. Hopefully.

Cleveland Browns (4-12)

2006 record: 4-12
Head Coach: Romeo Crennel
Offensive Coordinator: Rob Chudzinski
Defensive Coordinator: Todd Grantham
Pro-Bowl: None

Offense

Their offense does have some weaknesses but it has the potential to be very good with stand-outs such as Braylon Edwards, Kellen Winslow and Charlie Frye. Frye did miss the final three games of the season due to a bruised wrist. Before Frye’s injury he was off to a nice season, completing almost 65% of his passes, throwing for over 2400 yards and tossing 5 touchdowns. The only downfall of his play was the interceptions(17). There running game was awful this year. Ranking 2nd to last in total rushing yards as a team. Due to Reuben Droughgns down season. Although he did miss 2 games and did miss 4 starts(due to shoulder and ankle injuries) he wasn’t very affective anyway, only averaging 3.4 a carry and a total of 758 rushing yards and just 4 touchdowns. Braylon Edwards had a nice season, not great but a good one. He almost doubled his rookie season stats in almost every major receiving category. He caught 61 balls for 884 yards and 6 touchdowns. But the big story on offense was Kellen Winslow. After playing in just 2 games his rookie season before breaking his leg against the Cowboys and then the motorcycle accident that almost ended his career last that caused him to miss the whole season he was border lining the “1st round bust” label. But this year he broke out with 89 receptions, 875 yards and 3 touchdowns. Expect him to continue to progress next year.

Defense

There biggest problem was stopping the run and the lack of causing turnovers. They were average at defending the pass ranking 15th. Like their offense their defense has alot of potential. After missing his whole rookie season and not starting any games last year, Sean Jones busted out this season. He led the Browns in total tackles with 111 and along side of Brodney Pool the Browns could possibly have one of the best, young safety duos in all football. To add to that at the linebacker position, Andra Davis did what he does best and racked up another 100+ tackle season(3rd time). 1st round pick, Kamerion Wimbley had a great year with 62 tackles and a team high of 11 sacks. Probably the most surprising of all the defensive players for the browns was D’Qwell Jackson, 2nd round pick out of Maryland. He had an impressive rookie season with 93 total tackles. But this is the Browns so of course it wasn’t all good. Their biggest weakness is the defensive line. Ted Washington did have one of his best seasons since 2000, with 52 tackles but he will soon be 39 and i’m not sure how much longer he will be playing. But they desperately need pass rushers and they need run stoppers in the middle.

Special Teams

Nothing has to change here. Phil Dawson was good this year, again and Dave Zastudil wasn’t to bad either with a punting average of 44.0. On kickoff returns, Josh Cribbs was also pretty good, he was able to get almost 1500 yards and had 1 touchdown. On punt returns it stayed the just like it has been like the past 7 years, Dennis Northcutt doing a nice job. Averaging just over 11 yards per return, including an 81 yard return.

Draft Notes

Depending on a coin flip, the Cleveland Browns would either have the 3rd overall pick or the 4th overall pick. With their first pick its pretty much between 1 of 2 players. In my opinion it should be DT Alan Branch of Michigan or RB Adrian Peterson of Oklahoma. They desperately need a run stopper and someone that can improve their pass rush, Branch can do both of those. But then again, they also need help with their running game, with Peterson that could leave Droughns expendable, they could possibly trade him for a later draft pick. Other needs, offensive line, another WR and a corner back.

Positions that need to be addressed are:

1. Defensive Tackle
2. Defensive End
3. Offensive line
4. Running back
5. Wide Receiver

DT:

This is by far one of their biggest needs. Romeo Crennel would love to get Alan Branch to continue to improve their defense. I think that would be their best choice. He would help in their two biggest weakness on the defense, pass rush and stopping the run. If they don’t take him then others that they could take in round 2 or 3 are Justin Harrell(TENN), Quinn Pitcock(OSU) and Ryan McBean(OK ST).

DE:

They could surprise alot of people and take Gaines Adams or Jamaal Anderson with their first round pick. They are desperate to get someone that can up their sack totals and no one in the draft are better than these two. But I doubt it. I think they will wait till the third round to look at a defensive end. Guys that they could pick are Jarvis Moss(FLA), Kaika Alama-Francis(HAW) and Tim Crowder(TEX).

OL:

Like alot of teams, the Browns could use some help on their O-Line. With LeCharles Bentley coming back from a torn ACL, he could easily switch from center to guard to make room for Ryan Kalil(USC). Kalil is the best available center in the draft and possibly the 2nd or 3rd best offensive linemen in the draft. His stock his rising day after day but due to other teams lack of need of a center he is likely to be available for the 36th overall pick.

RB:

There’s not a huge need here, but it is something to look at. Some mock drafts have the Browns taking Adrian Peterson with their first round pick. Although I did say I would take Branch with that pick but it wouldn’t necessarily be a dumb move by picking Adrian Peterson. Peterson is by far the best running back in the draft and if it wasn’t for him breaking his collarbone last season, he would be the best overall player. If they are content on getting another running back and they don’t take one in the 1st or 2nd round they could look to get Michael Bush(LOU), Dwayne Wright(Fresno) or Antonio Pittman(OSU).

WR:

They should definitely not look to get one until at least the 4th round. ALl they need is a slot receiver that could potentially turn into a 2nd receiver. I think these guys could really help out, Chansi Stuckey(CLEM), Yamon Figurs(K-State) and David Clowney(VT).

With a good draft, and if they are able to stay healthy. This team could be a 7-9 type team. If they weren’t in the AFC. With teams like Cincinnati, Baltimore and Pittsburgh in their division its obvious, Cleveland isn’t going to be moving up anytime soon.

Booking # 457-64164 is at it again…those crazy kids.

Today Judge Douglas Grothaus sentenced Cincinnati Bengal’s wide receiver, Chris Henry to 90 days in jail for providing alcohol to minors. Judge Grothaus is requiring Henry to serve 48 hours of the sentence, and if he messes up one more time in Kenton County, he will serve the remaining 88 days.

This latest arrest stems from a night back in April where Henry was in a Covington hotel room where minors were drinking. The prosecution said Henry was the adult who rented the hotel suite that night, drove the car to the store where the alcohol was bought and accordingly bears the responsibility under Covington ordinance for the conduct of others who were drinking in the room, which happened to include three females who were all underage.

In addition to the jail time Henry must:

• Pay a $250 fine plus court costs.
• Have no criminal activity for two years.
• Not consume alcohol or drugs for two years.
• Report to the Kentucky Alternative Program for drug and alcohol assessment.
• Give two speeches – one at Two Rivers Middle School and one to Holmes High School athlete – on the dangers of drugs and alcohol and how they have negatively affected his career.

Right after Henry plead guilty to the charge of “permitting possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages on premises,” the judge let it be know just how he felt about Chris Henry’s behavior.

“You brought most of this on yourself, if not all of it,” Judge Grothaus said. “You embarrassed yourself. you embarrassed alot of people, teammates, friends and family, the city, the fans and myself.”

Grothaus told Henry he was “a cancer” with no respect for himself, his teammates or the community.

“Mr. Henry, it’s time to grow up,” said Grothaus.

Overal Chris Henry has been arrested 4 times in the last 7 months. It’s time to stop all this nonsense, he needs to learn how to be a man and stop getting into trouble or he will be cut.

Here is a video taken from the courtroom yesterday.

Amobi Okoye likes his Tea(bags).

I have made it clear that the Cincinnati Bengals need a defensive tackle in the 2007 NFL Draft. I have also mentioned that they guy I want is Amobi Okoye. Okoye is a 19 year-old phenom out of the University of Louisville. He is a 6′1″ 317 lb beast that is extremely strong, surprisingly fast for an interior lineman and would go a long way in helping our horrible run defense.

Not only can Okoye stop the run, he is also a good pass rusher, recording 8 sacks last season. Some draft sites have said that he is ideal for a nose tackle in a 3-4 scheme, but I think he would look just fine in our orange and black.

“The NFL Draft has never seen a player quite like this and even though he is a very good prospect now it’s his upside that is really intriguing.” said NFL Draft Countdown.

Well during a week 3 game against Miami(FL), Amobi Okoye and Tyrone Moss had a sit down conversation. One that was probably extremely uncomfortable for each involved. I’m more so for Moss. Anyway here is what was conversed between the two.

(Before I get started, let me say this is 100% false, meaning I made this up…so no letters on how Okoye is a good Christian boy who would never say that type of thing. Enjoy)

Okoye: Yeah boy, you better get used to looking at me while your on your back, cause your gonna be there all day!

Moss: Um, Ok…You can probably get up now. The play is over…the whistle blew.

Okoye: So! Are you trying to say your not enjoying your self?

Moss: Well, since you asked. No. No i’m not. It just so happens i’m not a big fan of having a 320 lb pound man sitting on me with his crotch in my face.

Okoye: Oh don’t be jealous because I get all the ladies, they call me “Big Sexy”.

Moss: What the hell does that have anything to do with this current situation?!

Okoye: Uh huh, I knew it, your just mad because i’ve been getting college chicks since I was 16.

Moss: Yeah, let me tell…i’m so jealous. Ok, now will you please get off me, they are waiting for us.

Referee: Ok guys, come on…get up.

Moss: Yes, that has been what i’ve been trying to tell him…

Okoye: Hey quick question…promise you won’t tell anyone and you won’t laugh.

Moss: Fine…what?

Okoye: Promise me.

Moss: *mumbles to himself* Are you fucking kidding me…Fine Amobi…I promise.

Okoye: Ok, you know how I said I’ve been getting college girls since I was 16?

Moss: Yes…you made sure everyone heard you say that.

Okoye: Well I have kind of developed a bit of a rash and I thought that since your down there, you know, you could check it out for me.

Moss: HELL NO…WHAT THE FUCK IS YOUR PROBLEM.

Okoye: What…not a good time or something?

Moss: NO…it’s never a good time for me to check a rash for you…are you insane.

Okoye: I knew it…too soon

Moss: (just slowly shakes his head) I didn’t come to Dade County for this shit.

Okoye: Ah well…let’s play some football.

NFL Playoffs.

NFL Scoreboard:

Saints- 14
Bears- 39

NFC Champions- Chicago Bears

Patriots- 34
Colts- 38

AFC Champions- Indianapolis Colts

I’ll recap both games when the shock weres off and my jaw settles back into it’s normal state.

Detroit Lions (3-13)

2006 record: 3-13
Head Coach: Rod Marinelli
Offensive Coordinator: Mike Martz
Defensive Coordinator: Donnie Henderson
Pro-Bowl: Roy Williams (WR)

Offense

Mike Martz did what he was supposed to do, get this offensive going. But do to injured Kevin Jones only getting 181 rushing attempts the Lions had the worst ranked rushing offense. Yes, even worse than the Raiders. But unlike the Raiders they were able to move the ball extremely well through the air with soon to be 35-year old Jon Kitna. Kitna was able to throw for 4,208 yards and 21 touchdowns. Very good numbers but then when you take into count that he threw 22 interceptions, well there is your problem with the offense. No running game and lots of turnovers, even Mike Martz can’t solve that problem. Although Roy Williams did get a pro-bowl selection with 82 receptions and 1,310 yards receiving the Lions had another surprisingly good go-to receiver in former safety Mike Furrey. Furrey set career highs in receptions(98), receiving yards(1,086) and touchdowns(6). Even though Kevin Jones did miss 4 games and wasn’t exactly effective on the ground he did show that he is very versatile in getting 61 receptions.

Defense

Ah, the defense of the Detroit Lions. A couple of words come to mind, horrible, miserable, embarrassing, etc. They ranked as a whole, 3rd to last in total defense, allowing nearly 25 ppg. Their linebackers were way below average in terms of tackles but they did have one player that had a very good season, rookie Ernie Sims. Sims had 123 total tackles, half of a sack and he recovered a fumble. Sims lead all lions in tackles, and to be honest the next closest was safety Terrence Holt who had 77. They pretty much need a whole new makeover defensively. They need lineman, linebackers and defensive backs. Matt Millen is going to have a busy day come Draft day.

Special Teams

The special teams for Detroit was pretty average. Their kick return average was ranked 20th with only getting about 23 yards per return but unlike their mediocre kick return average, their punt return average was very good, ranking 4th with a 10.8 avg. Expert return man, Eddie Drummond was able to gain nearly 1,700 total return yards. Kicking wise, Jason Hanson was nearly perfect. He hit all 30 of PAT attempts and only missed four of his 33 field goal attempts. Nick Harris led the Lions to a 4th place finish in punt average with 45.0 average and 9 touchbacks. Nothing needs to change in this department, I don’t see Hanson retiring anytime soon and Drummond doen’t really play offense to much so his only concern is returning kicks.

Draft Notes

The Detroit Lions have the 2nd overall pick this year and it’s almost a lock that they will be taking a quarterback. Now which quarterback they do take is really up to the Raiders. I personally feel that Brady Quinn better suits Martz high powered offense. But then again the Lions’ GM is still Matt Millen so there is always a chance that they will take a wide receiver. But I doubt Millen will go through that hassel again. I see them picking 1 of 2 players, quarterback Brady Quinn(ND) or offensive tackle Joe Thomas(Wisc). Thomas is by far the best offensive linemen in this whole draft, but in my mock draft I don’t have him going till the 5th pick which is Arizona. Detroit has many needs, offensively a quarterback, offensive lineman, maybe a slot receiver and possibly a tight end. Defensively they need alot. They are desperately in need of a pass rusher, another defensive tackle to go along side Shaun Rogers, and a corner.

Positions that need to be addressed at the draft are:

1. Quarterback
2. Defensive End
3. Cornerback
4. Offensive Lineman
5. Defensive Tackle
6. Tight End

QB:

Brady Quinn is who they need to take with their first pick. Jon Kitna was pretty good this year in terms of passing yards, but the turnovers killed this offense. Also Kitna will turn 35 this offseason, so obviously he isn’t the long time quarterback. Draft Quinn and if need be use Kitna at the beginning of the season, but I have a feeling that with being coached by Charlie Weiss for the past 2 years, Quinn is more than ready to take control of an NFL team.

DE:

Defensive end for Detroit was horrible, they were one of the worst team at getting to the quarterback(only 19 sacks). There is alot of players that would help them solve this blaring weakness such as Charles Johnson(UGA), Adam Carriker(Neb) and Anthony Spencer (Purdue). DraftAce.com has them taking Charles Johnson in the second round and I have to say, I agree with them.

CB:

Dre Bly can’t do it all by himself. He’s going to need a young counterpart to help defend the pass. Look for them to use their 3rd or 4th round pick on a cornerback. Some guys that they could possibly take are Chris Houston(Ark), Fred Bennett(S.Car) Jonathan Wade(Tenn) and Tarell Brown(Tex) to name a few. Out of all those guys, Houston is the best right now, but Tarell Brown may have the best potential to turn into something special.

OL:

Jon Kitna was sacked 63 times this year and he fumbled the ball 11 times. In laments terms that means the offensive line was bad. Although they do have two guys on that line that I do think are good(Dominic Raiola and Jeff Backus) for the most part they had two rookies on the line. So maybe with 1 season under their belts they will improve, still I think it would be wise to draft another Guard just to be safe. Watch for Mansfield Wrotto(GT), Mike Jones(Iowa) and Dan Santucci(ND).

DT:

Like I said, probably not a major need at this point but definitely something that should be looked at. I could see them maybe looking at Kareem Brown(Mia,FL), Brandon Mebane(Cal) or Antonio Johnson(MSU). They may be willing to stick with Shaun Cody to play along side of Shaun Rogers though. So I guess we’ll see.

TE:

They actually have a couple of tight ends that are pretty good/decent in Dan Campbell and Marcus Pollard. But Pollard didn’t play that much in 06′ and he could retire soon, so they could be looking for some to backup or even possibly start over Campbell. Clark Harris(Rutg), Matt Herian(Neb) and Dante Rosario(Ore) are some names to get familiar with before April, because they could very well be in the Motor City soon.

With the weak NFC, if they could stop turning the ball over so much and play some defense, this team could be looking at a 7-9 season.

Oakland Raiders (2-14)

2006 record: 2-14
Head Coach: Art Shell (fired)
Offensive Coordinator: John Shoop
Defensive Coordinator: Bob Ryan
Pro-Bowl: Derrick Burgess (DE)

Offense

The Raiders offense was one of the worst I have ever seen play. If it wasn’t for their defense causing some turnovers against Arizona and the Steelers, they would’ve lost all 16 games. Their Offense ranked dead last in almost every category. With horrible play by two different quarterbacks and a lack luster running game, the Raiders were only able to score 12 total touchdowns on offense. They don’t have many “playmakers” but the ones they did have weren’t able to do anything. Randy Moss and a bad season, Jerry Porter didn’t even play and Lamont Jordan was injured majority of the season. That left them throwing it to Ronald Curry, and running it with former USC stand out, Justin Fargas.

Defense

Their defense was surprisingly good. With stars like Kirk Morrison and Nnamdi Asomugha and great safety play from guys like Stuart Schweigert and Texas rookie, Michael Huff, the Raider defense was good enough to rank 3rd. Although they did rank 3rd in total yards allowed, they did allow 20.8 ppg. They have alot of veterans such as Warren Sapp, Derrick Burgess and Tyler Brayton on the defensive line, you can expect them to draft some replacements.

Special Teams

This department wasn’t too bad either. Chris Carr did a very good job retuning kicks, getting over 1700 yards and long time kicker Sebastian Janikowski hit 72% of his field goals. Also Shane Lechler had a very good average per punt of 47.5. I don’t think much has to change here, they have many other needs than special teams.

Draft notes

The Raiders have the 1st overall pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. I believe there is only three possibilities. JaMarcus Russell, Brady Quinn or Calvin Johnson. The best choice for them appears to be Russell. He is very big, strong, good decision making and has a cannon for an arm. If you want an NFL comparison there is no doubt that it is Daunte Culpepper. Brady Quinn is the better quarterback in terms of being NFL ready. But Russell is a better athlete and has more potential. Now on almost all of the mock drafts no one has Calvin Johnson as the #1 pick. But think about this, the Raiders don’t have good receivers, sure they have Randy Moss, but he didn’t play very well this season and Jerry Porter didn’t even play this year.(His own choice). I have a feeling that they will release Porter some time this offseason and possibly trade Moss for at best a 3rd or 4th round pick. That would leave them with only Ronald Curry, who led them in receptions and receiving yards and Alvis Whitted as the only half way decent receivers on their roster. No doubt they will pick up a receiver in this draft, but if Al Davis is comfortable with sticking with Andrew Walter or Aaron Brooks(I wouldn’t) then why not pick the best player overall in the draft.

Other positions that need to be addressed at the draft are:

1.Quarterback
2.Wide Receiver
3.Offensive Linemen
4.Defensive Tackle
5.Running Back

QB:

Look, they need help. Andrew Walter was horrible and so was Brooks. Although Brooks was better than Walter, he still couldn’t move this abysmal offense. I said earlier that I think the best choice for them is JaMarcus Russell(LSU) and that is who I think they will choose. Quinn is no slouch but I think for the system in Oakland better suits Russell.

WR:

With Moss and Porter both seemingly on their ways out it leaves a big hole that needs to be filled. There are alot of talented receivers in this draft and they could probably wait till the 3rd round and still find someone that could compete as a slot receiver. Some guys to look at are Craig Davis(LSU), Jason Hill(WSU) and Dallas Baker(FLA).

OL:

Saying their offensive line was bad this year is an understatement. They couldn’t block anyone and that left Andrew Walter getting sacked time after time. Some guys that would definitely help this line are Doug Free(NIU), Tony Ugoh(ARK), Ryan Harris(ND), Marshal Yanda(IOWA) and Ryan Kalil(USC).

DT:

It’s not really that their defensive tackles were bad its just that they are getting old, especially Warren Sapp. They don’t really have to go after one early, i’m thinking probably around the 4th or 5th rounds. Potential players they could draft are Brandon Mebane(CAL), Marcus Thomas(FLA) and Jay Alford(PSU).

RB:

Not really a big need but Lamont Jordan was injured most of the year and I don’t really like their backups. Possible early second day picks are Lorenzo Booker(FSU), Tyrone Moss(MIA) and DeShawn Wynn(FLA).

Although I highley doubt anything they do this offseason will help them get back to the ways of the early 2000’s it is a significant step in the right direction.

NFL Review

In the coming weeks I will be breaking down each NFL team. I will rate how their seasons went both offense and defense. I will also give my opinion on their offseason needs and possible draft picks.

Enjoy.

Marcus…wait..no, it’s Michael Vick is in trouble.

According the Miami Herald,

Falcon’s quarterback, Michael Vick was about to board a plane at the Miami International Aiport, when security at the Concourse G checkpoint asked him to surrender his water bottle, which had an Aquafina label. Security regulations prohibit travelers from carrying bottles with more than 3 ounces of liquid through checkpoints.

After many requests, Vick eventually left the bottle behind and went to his gate. But after his initial reluctance to give up the bottle it aroused the suspicion of Transportation Security Administration screener Gertrude Joseph. She then pulled the bottle out of a recycle bin and notified her supervisor when she discovered what appeared to be a secret compartment that had a substance inside that smelled alot like marijuana.

At this point, the police are still reviewing the evidence and no charges have been filed, but that could be changed after a drug test is run on the substance found in the bottle.

Pacers and Warriors complete 8 player trade today.

Today the Indiana Pacers and the Golden State Warriors completed a huge trade that included trouble maker Stephen Jackson.

I think of all the players involved in this big deal, Al Harrington is the best. Although he struggled in his first season back with Indiana, he was still able to have pretty decent numbers(16 ppg and 7 rebs).

Bigger names sent to Indiana were Troy Murphy who is having a down season and Mike Dunleavy who although is only scoring 11 ppg that is still higher than his career average.

IND- F Troy Murphy, F Mike Dunleavy, F Ike Diogu and G Kevin McCleod

GS- F Al Harrington, G/F Stephen Jackson, F Josh Powell and G Sarunas Jasikevicius