NFL Mock Draft 2011
Here are my final draft picks for the 2011 NFL draft. Down on paper before 8:00pm. "Can't wait," (Bart Scott voice) to hear how badly Roger Goodell gets booed!
1. Carolina Panthers
QB- Cam Newton, Auburn
2. Denver Broncos
DE/OLB- Von Miller, Texas A&M
3. Buffalo Bills
DT- Marcell Dareus, Alabama
4. Cincinnati Bengals
WR- AJ Green, Georgia
5. Arizona Cardinals
DB- Patrick Peterson, LSU
6. Cleveland Browns
WR- Julio Jones, Alabama
7. San Francisco 49'ers
QB- Blaine Gabbert , Missouri
8. Tennessee Titans
DT- Nick Fairley, Auburn
9. Dallas Cowboys
OT- Tyron Smith, USC
10. Washington Redskins
DE- Robert Quinn, North Carolina
11. Houston Texans
DE/OLB- Aldon Smith, Missouri
12. Minnesota Vikings
QB- Jake Locker, Washington
13. Detroit Lions
DB- Prince Amukamara, Nebraska
14. St. Louis Rams
DT- Corey Liuget, Illinois
15. Miami Dolphins
OL- Mike Pouncey, Florida
16. Jacksonville Jaguars
DE- Ryan Kerrigan, Purdue
17. New England Patriots
DE/OLB- Cameron Jordan, California
18. San Diego Chargers
DE- J.J. Watt, Wisconsin
19. New York Giants
OT- Anthony Castonzo, Boston College
20. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
DE- Da'Quan Bowers, Clemson
21. Kansas City Chiefs
OL- Danny Watkins, Baylor
22. Indianapolis Colts
OL- Nate Solder, Colorado
23. Philadelphia Eagles
OL- Gabe Carimi, Wisconsin
24. New Orleans Saints
DL- Phil Taylor, Baylor
25. Seattle Seahawks
QB- Andy Dalton, TCU
26. Baltimore Ravens
DB- Jimmy Smith, Colorado
27. Atlanta Falcons
DE- Adrian Clayborn, Iowa
28. New England
DL- Muhammad Wilkerson, Temple
29. Chicago Bears
DT- Marvin Austin, North Carolina
30. New York Jets
LB- Akeem Ayres, UCLA
31. Pittsburgh Steelers
DB- Aaron Williams, Texas
32. Green Bay Packers
RB- Mark Ingram, Alabama
Great NFL Draft Remix Song on youtube by DJ Steve Porter
http://youtu.be/EOFjCVAERUY
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
$30 million effect?
The St. Louis Cardinals spring training just got worse. A lot worse. Amidst the controversy swirling around the Albert Pujols contract negotiations, the Cards were hit with another low blow on Monday.
Ace right-hander, (More importantly fantasy baseball stud) Adam Wainwright suffered a "significant injury," during a bullpen session and is likely out for the entire season. Fox Sports reported the Cards are seeking a second opinion on their right handed hurler, but things are not looking good for the city deemed "Baseball Paradise."http://www.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/allstar/2009-07-13-stlouis-appreciation_N.htm.
The Wainwright injury will definitely effect the team in the 2011 season. I mean this guy posted some astonishing numbers the passed three years. From 2008-2010 check out these stats.
50-Wins, Ranks #3 among active pitchers
2.68 ERA, Ranks #2 among active starting pitchers; 1 percentage point behind Roy Halladay's 2.67 ERA
1.14 WHIP, Ranks #4 among active starting pitchers
WOW! Those numbers would create quite a void for any big league ball club. So now what do they do? Good thing you asked. The Cards will be relying heavily on veteran righty Chris Carpenter, who turns 36 in April. Carpenter is coming off a 2010 campaign where he pitched 235 innings, hos most since the 05' season.
They will also be counting on their young lefty Jamie Garcia. Yes, he became just the third rookie since 2000 to post a sub-3.00 ERA. But the only reason he was eligible as a rookie was because he himself had Tommy John surgery in 2008 and only pitched 37 2/3 innings in 2009. He pitched 167 1/3 innings last year. Hope they don't push him too hard. Beyond that it gets scary.
Jake Westbrook and Kyle Lohse? No thank you. Rumors are they might be interested in Kevin Millwood now. Here are his 2010 numbers with the Orioles. He went 4-16, with a 5.10 ERA (Ouch Charlie).
How likely do you think it is, Pujols waives his no-trade clause to go to another team if the Cards are horrible? I can only assume the man wants to compete for championships. Entering the final year of his Pujols set a Spring Training deadline for St. Louis to come up with a renegotiation for his contract. Speculation was Pujols was asking for a 10-year deal, for $30 million a year!
After putting up the insane numbers he has for the passed 10 years the man has earned every right to renegotiate his contract. But the $30 million-a-year question is, will the Cards lose their franchise player, because their ace in the hole is gone? Only time will tell....
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
MLB 2011 Predictions
American League
East:
Boston- 100-62
New York- 96-66
Baltimore- 86-78
Tampa Bay- 79-83
Toronto- 70-92
Central:
Chicago- 94-68
Minnesota- 91-71
Detroit- 81-81
Cleveland- 67-95
Kansas City- 62-100
West:
Texas- 94-68
Los Angeles- 81-81
Oakland- 80-82
Seattle- 60-102
AL MVP- Adrian Gonzo- Boston
AL Cy Young- King Felix- Seattle
Rookie of the year- Desmond Jennings- Tampa Bay
Manager of the year- Buck Showalter- Baltimore
National League
East:
Philadelphia- 101-61
Atlanta- 97-65
New York- 81-81
Washington- 79-83
Florida- 69-93
Central:
St. Louis- 91-71
Cincinnati- 90-72
Chicago- 83-79
Milwaukee- 77-85
Pittsburgh- 62-100
Houston- 57-105
West:
Colorado- 94-68
San Francisco- 93-69
Los Angeles- 77-85
San Diego- 76-86
Arizona- 62-100
NL MVP- Carlos Gonzo- Colorado
NL Cy Young- Roy Halladay- Philadelphia
Rookie of the year- Dominic Brown- Philadelphia
Manager of the year- Mike Quade- Chicago
Playoff Predictions
ALDS- Boston Red Sox vs. Texas Rangers
The Rangers no longer have Cliff Lee or Vlad. The Red Sox added Adrian Gonzo and Carl Crawford. Rangers pitchers can't deal with the power and speed the Sox now possess on the base path. This should be and easy series for the Sox. Sorry Rangers fans, Josh Hamilton can't do it all on his own. Bring on the Yanks!
Prediction: Red Sox 3-0
New York Yankees vs. Chicago White Sox
The big question here is how the Yankees will deal with a new AL Central foe? The Yanks no longer have the services of arguably one of the best post-season pitchers of all time in Andy Pettitte. More importantly the pin stripes have never beaten an AL Central team not named Minnesota in the division series. They say there is a first time for everything!
Prediction: Yanks 3-1
NLDS- Philadelphia Phillies vs. St. Louis Cardinals
The hype surrounding the Phillies rotation this year is well deserved, drawing comparisons to the Atlanta Braves staff of the early 90's. The Phillies 2010 "Big 3," (Halladay, Oswalt, Hamels) ended on a high note. They combined for 13-1 record in the seasons final month and all posted sub-1.83 ERAs. Oh yeah I forgot to mention they added Cliff Lee to that staff. Sorry St. Louis, better luck next year.
Prediction: Phillies 3-0
Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves
I really like Atlanta Braves in 2011 just not in this series. I don't think Tim Hudson can duplicate last year stats, posting his first sub-3.00 ERA since 2003. Tommy Hanson scares me sometimes (Both good and bad). And if Troy Tulowitski and Carlos Gonzo stay healthy together this lineup can be very scary. Gonzo had a breakout year batting .336 with 34 homers and 26 steals. Tulo was arguably the best hitter in baseball in September belting 15 home runs and 40 RBI's. If they get hot watch out Braves fans!
Prediction: Rockies 3-1
ALCS:
Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees
This is by far the best rivalry in baseball. The Red Sox have never had a lineup like this in the playoffs so I expect them to be running like crazy. Question is, can Jorge and Russell Martin throw anyone out? I don't think so. Ultimately this series will come down to pitching and I give the Red Sox a slight edge there. Tough series to call but when these two match up in October its always timely hitting and pitching. How cliche does that sound? Ha!
Prediction: Red Sox 4-3
NLCS:
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies
This has the potential to be quite the firecracker. The Phillies rotation against two of the games best young stars (Tulo,Gonzo). I love the fight in the Rockies but if the Phillies can hit the baseball they should win easily. The Rockies just don't have enough fire power to match up with this jaw dropping pitching staff.
Prediction: Phillies 4-1
World Series:
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Boston Red Sox
Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee are just flat out better than anyone on Boston's staff. Having said that, facing just a so-so San Francisco lineup in Game 1, Cliff Lee gave up 7 runs (6 earned) and didn't last 5 innings. They lost that game 11-7. In Game 5, Lee got the call again but surrendered a three-run homer to Edgar Renteria and they lost the game and the series 4-1...(Ouch Charlie!) As dominate as Lee has been, he will be facing a much better Red Sox lineup. This has the potential to be one heck of a series. If the Phillies bats are anything like they were in last years World Series the Red Sox can and will dominate.
Prediction: Red Sox 4-3
Boston Red Sox 2011 World Series Champs!
East:
Boston- 100-62
New York- 96-66
Baltimore- 86-78
Tampa Bay- 79-83
Toronto- 70-92
Central:
Chicago- 94-68
Minnesota- 91-71
Detroit- 81-81
Cleveland- 67-95
Kansas City- 62-100
West:
Texas- 94-68
Los Angeles- 81-81
Oakland- 80-82
Seattle- 60-102
AL MVP- Adrian Gonzo- Boston
AL Cy Young- King Felix- Seattle
Rookie of the year- Desmond Jennings- Tampa Bay
Manager of the year- Buck Showalter- Baltimore
National League
East:
Philadelphia- 101-61
Atlanta- 97-65
New York- 81-81
Washington- 79-83
Florida- 69-93
Central:
St. Louis- 91-71
Cincinnati- 90-72
Chicago- 83-79
Milwaukee- 77-85
Pittsburgh- 62-100
Houston- 57-105
West:
Colorado- 94-68
San Francisco- 93-69
Los Angeles- 77-85
San Diego- 76-86
Arizona- 62-100
NL MVP- Carlos Gonzo- Colorado
NL Cy Young- Roy Halladay- Philadelphia
Rookie of the year- Dominic Brown- Philadelphia
Manager of the year- Mike Quade- Chicago
Playoff Predictions
ALDS- Boston Red Sox vs. Texas Rangers
The Rangers no longer have Cliff Lee or Vlad. The Red Sox added Adrian Gonzo and Carl Crawford. Rangers pitchers can't deal with the power and speed the Sox now possess on the base path. This should be and easy series for the Sox. Sorry Rangers fans, Josh Hamilton can't do it all on his own. Bring on the Yanks!
Prediction: Red Sox 3-0
New York Yankees vs. Chicago White Sox
The big question here is how the Yankees will deal with a new AL Central foe? The Yanks no longer have the services of arguably one of the best post-season pitchers of all time in Andy Pettitte. More importantly the pin stripes have never beaten an AL Central team not named Minnesota in the division series. They say there is a first time for everything!
Prediction: Yanks 3-1
NLDS- Philadelphia Phillies vs. St. Louis Cardinals
The hype surrounding the Phillies rotation this year is well deserved, drawing comparisons to the Atlanta Braves staff of the early 90's. The Phillies 2010 "Big 3," (Halladay, Oswalt, Hamels) ended on a high note. They combined for 13-1 record in the seasons final month and all posted sub-1.83 ERAs. Oh yeah I forgot to mention they added Cliff Lee to that staff. Sorry St. Louis, better luck next year.
Prediction: Phillies 3-0
Colorado Rockies vs. Atlanta Braves
I really like Atlanta Braves in 2011 just not in this series. I don't think Tim Hudson can duplicate last year stats, posting his first sub-3.00 ERA since 2003. Tommy Hanson scares me sometimes (Both good and bad). And if Troy Tulowitski and Carlos Gonzo stay healthy together this lineup can be very scary. Gonzo had a breakout year batting .336 with 34 homers and 26 steals. Tulo was arguably the best hitter in baseball in September belting 15 home runs and 40 RBI's. If they get hot watch out Braves fans!
Prediction: Rockies 3-1
ALCS:
Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees
This is by far the best rivalry in baseball. The Red Sox have never had a lineup like this in the playoffs so I expect them to be running like crazy. Question is, can Jorge and Russell Martin throw anyone out? I don't think so. Ultimately this series will come down to pitching and I give the Red Sox a slight edge there. Tough series to call but when these two match up in October its always timely hitting and pitching. How cliche does that sound? Ha!
Prediction: Red Sox 4-3
NLCS:
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Colorado Rockies
This has the potential to be quite the firecracker. The Phillies rotation against two of the games best young stars (Tulo,Gonzo). I love the fight in the Rockies but if the Phillies can hit the baseball they should win easily. The Rockies just don't have enough fire power to match up with this jaw dropping pitching staff.
Prediction: Phillies 4-1
World Series:
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Boston Red Sox
Roy Halladay and Cliff Lee are just flat out better than anyone on Boston's staff. Having said that, facing just a so-so San Francisco lineup in Game 1, Cliff Lee gave up 7 runs (6 earned) and didn't last 5 innings. They lost that game 11-7. In Game 5, Lee got the call again but surrendered a three-run homer to Edgar Renteria and they lost the game and the series 4-1...(Ouch Charlie!) As dominate as Lee has been, he will be facing a much better Red Sox lineup. This has the potential to be one heck of a series. If the Phillies bats are anything like they were in last years World Series the Red Sox can and will dominate.
Prediction: Red Sox 4-3
Boston Red Sox 2011 World Series Champs!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Super Bowl XLV Prop Bets
The other day I read that over $1 billion will be wagered on Super Bowl Sunday. $1billion! So why are fans so infatuated with betting on the worlds biggest sporting event? Prop bets baby!
Proposition bets, (Side bet, prop bet, prop, or exotic) can be anything from statistics and fortuity in a regular season or playoff game to something so utterly ridiculous it has to make you laugh out loud, literally. It's that one-of-a-kind bet we could never think of on our own. Not a huge football fan? Who cares, with over 500 different prop bets on Bodog.com, I bet (No pun intended) you will find something that will keep you glued to the television all night.
So without further ado, here is a list of my best SB XLV prop bets. Good luck!
How many times will Fox mention "Brett Favre" on TV during the game?
Over-2.5: -160
Under-2.5: -120
This is one of my top prop bets for Super Bowl XLV. If someone is dumb enough to think that Joe Buck and Troy Aikman alone wont break the 2.5 over you're taking crazy pills. In layman's terms....Any NFL game on TV+ possible Wrangler commercial+ Aaron Rodgers getting the monkey off his back+ possible late night picture texts with Brett= Take the over!
How long will Christina Aguilera hold the note "Brave" at the end of the National Anthem?
Over 6 seconds: -150
Under 6 seconds: +110
When I first saw this prop I was all about it. Went on youtube.com and looked up some of her previous renditions of the Star-Spangled Banner. The house just won't give us a break here. Every video I viewed shows Ms. Aguilera holding the note for 5-7 seconds. With the singers home team Steelers playing in the game I would bet she would milk the note for as long as possible.
Advice- Take the over
How many times will Fox show Jerry Jones on TV during the game?
Over 2.5: -150
Under 2.5: +110
This is a no-brainer to me. Game is at Jerry's world. The coldest weather in Dallas in 15 years. Aikman broadcasting. Prepare to see Jerry's luxury suite all night. Thank god the Cowboys didn't make it.
Advice- Take the over
Will B.J. Raji be on the field for at least 1 offensive play?
Yes: -185
No: +145
This is a tough call because Raji will be dominating Doug Legursky all night on the defensive line. With two weeks to prepare for the game and knowing how tough the Steelers run defense is Packers head coach Mike McCarthy may be forced to use the big man on short yardage/goal line situations. After seeing the self proclaimed "Freezer," (6'2 337lbs...yeah right like 380) drop back into coverage, intercept a pass, and take it back 18 yards to pay dirt...How do I feel?
Advice- Yes, Yes, and Yes! Teach me how to Raji!
How many yards will John Kuhn rush for?
Over-5.5: -115
Under-5.5: Even
Let me give you Kuhn's playoff rushing totals. Six carries, 8 yards, an average of 1.3 per carry. James Starks now starting and knowing the Steelers tough run defense, I don't see the Packers having a lot of rushing attempts. With that said, I know unless Starks is hurt Kuhn isn't touching the rock.
Advice- Take the under and pray A-Rodg is slinging the ball around all night.
Super Bowl XLV- Total Points scored by both teams. Here are some good odds:
56-60 Points (Both Teams) 8-1
61-65 Points (Both Teams) 10-1
66-70 Points (Both Teams) 11-1
71-75 Points (Both Teams) 12-1
Best Super Bowl XLV MVP odds:
Aaron Rodgers- +175
There is just a few different ways for you to lose money on this wonderful SB Sunday. Good luck! Go Pack Go!
Proposition bets, (Side bet, prop bet, prop, or exotic) can be anything from statistics and fortuity in a regular season or playoff game to something so utterly ridiculous it has to make you laugh out loud, literally. It's that one-of-a-kind bet we could never think of on our own. Not a huge football fan? Who cares, with over 500 different prop bets on Bodog.com, I bet (No pun intended) you will find something that will keep you glued to the television all night.
So without further ado, here is a list of my best SB XLV prop bets. Good luck!
How many times will Fox mention "Brett Favre" on TV during the game?
Over-2.5: -160
Under-2.5: -120
This is one of my top prop bets for Super Bowl XLV. If someone is dumb enough to think that Joe Buck and Troy Aikman alone wont break the 2.5 over you're taking crazy pills. In layman's terms....Any NFL game on TV+ possible Wrangler commercial+ Aaron Rodgers getting the monkey off his back+ possible late night picture texts with Brett= Take the over!
How long will Christina Aguilera hold the note "Brave" at the end of the National Anthem?
Over 6 seconds: -150
Under 6 seconds: +110
When I first saw this prop I was all about it. Went on youtube.com and looked up some of her previous renditions of the Star-Spangled Banner. The house just won't give us a break here. Every video I viewed shows Ms. Aguilera holding the note for 5-7 seconds. With the singers home team Steelers playing in the game I would bet she would milk the note for as long as possible.
Advice- Take the over
How many times will Fox show Jerry Jones on TV during the game?
Over 2.5: -150
Under 2.5: +110
This is a no-brainer to me. Game is at Jerry's world. The coldest weather in Dallas in 15 years. Aikman broadcasting. Prepare to see Jerry's luxury suite all night. Thank god the Cowboys didn't make it.
Advice- Take the over
Will B.J. Raji be on the field for at least 1 offensive play?
Yes: -185
No: +145
This is a tough call because Raji will be dominating Doug Legursky all night on the defensive line. With two weeks to prepare for the game and knowing how tough the Steelers run defense is Packers head coach Mike McCarthy may be forced to use the big man on short yardage/goal line situations. After seeing the self proclaimed "Freezer," (6'2 337lbs...yeah right like 380) drop back into coverage, intercept a pass, and take it back 18 yards to pay dirt...How do I feel?
Advice- Yes, Yes, and Yes! Teach me how to Raji!
How many yards will John Kuhn rush for?
Over-5.5: -115
Under-5.5: Even
Let me give you Kuhn's playoff rushing totals. Six carries, 8 yards, an average of 1.3 per carry. James Starks now starting and knowing the Steelers tough run defense, I don't see the Packers having a lot of rushing attempts. With that said, I know unless Starks is hurt Kuhn isn't touching the rock.
Advice- Take the under and pray A-Rodg is slinging the ball around all night.
Super Bowl XLV- Total Points scored by both teams. Here are some good odds:
56-60 Points (Both Teams) 8-1
61-65 Points (Both Teams) 10-1
66-70 Points (Both Teams) 11-1
71-75 Points (Both Teams) 12-1
Best Super Bowl XLV MVP odds:
Aaron Rodgers- +175
There is just a few different ways for you to lose money on this wonderful SB Sunday. Good luck! Go Pack Go!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Remember Fisher's Titans
As they say all good things come to an end. I just never thought the end would be this soon for Jeff Fisher. After 17 seasons with the organization, Jeff Fisher, the longest tenured coach in the NFL was let go on Monday.
"There comes a point where its just time to move on," Fisher said. "I've been blessed to be with this great organization for so many years. But as they say all good things must come to an end."
This organization is in shambles. And Titans owner Bud Adams is the conductor on this crazy-train. Just three weeks ago Adams said the team made "the decision," that they would release or trade disgruntled quarterback Vince Young and retain Fisher. That wasn't the case on Monday when he told the sports world he would not be returning to coach the Titans in the 2011 season.
No one really knows what caused this sudden Fisher/Adams divorce, but after long time assistants Chuck Cecil and Jim Washburn were fired, some had to see to see something like this coming. Fisher would never fire his "go-to guys." Bud Adams must have forced them out the door and Fisher probably didn't take to kindly to that. As much as I love the NFL (or as you will hear me reference NFL=Not For Long.....) we as fans have to understand that although football is just a game, it's also a business. A very powerful business, where the owners control all.
Really Classy Owner that Bud Adams....Pause, Not!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTxHuUGG_2c
Fined 250k by the NFL for this.....Idiot!
More about the good guy.
Fisher was 142-120 in his career with the Titans which goes back as far as the 'Oilers' (Houston Oilers) administration. Although his record may not show it, Fisher has been known for his defensive mastermind since his tutelage under Buddy Ryan in 1985.
After Fisher went on IR, with that 85' Bears team, (Yes the same 15-1, dominate Super Bowl XX champion, Super Bowl Shuffle Kings of 85', Ditka Bears) he knew his days as a player were probably over so he took up coaching. After the season Buddy Ryan was named head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, Fisher followed him and became the defensive backs coach. In 1988 at the age of 30, Fisher took over as Eagles defensive coordinator, becoming the youngest coordinator in the league at the time. After bouncing around the league with a few defensive coaching gigs, Fisher landed in Houston in 1994. After Jack Pardee (then head coach for Houston) was fired in November of that season, Fisher took over as interim-coach for the remaining six games and never looked back.
Fisher had his best season in 1999, when Tennessee changed their team name from the 'Oilers' to 'Titans'. He led the Titans to a 13-3 record and with some help from the Music City Miracle, (Frankie Wycheck to Kevin Dyson on that 75-yard lateral....Poor Buffalo Bills can't catch a break!) he took them all the way to the Super Bowl. They lost 23-16 to some grocery bag boy, (Kurt Warner's 4,353 yard, 41 touchdown, just 13 interception, MVP season) and the St.Louis Rams. At the time this was the best finish I had ever seen live, in a SB. Titans wide receiver Kevin Dyson was tackled at the one-yard line by Rams linebacker with no time left on the clock! Rams win 23-16. Sick finish to any Super Bowl if you ask me!
When it comes down to it Jeff Fisher wasn't going to sign a contract extension, and Titans owner Bud Adams was never going to offer him one after the 2011 season. It came to a tipping point just like John Fox in Carolina last year but hey, that's the nature of the NFL business.
Names being rumored to replace Fisher are offensive line coach and pro football Hall of Famer Mike Munchak. Munchak has been with the team since 1994 and is one of 14 remaining assistants from Fisher's former staff. Another name to consider is offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger. This would be a "feel good" story, as Heimerdinger was battling cancer for much of the 2010 season; He is one of the most-respected, well-liked coach's in the NFL.
As for Fisher's future in football, I promise you it's not over. If Adams would have let him go three weeks ago he would have probably been interviewed for multiple NFL head coaching positions. Now he will probably be an analyst for a year, (Assuming there is an NFL season in 2011) and try to make his comeback in 2012.
Something to consider if your teams head coach is on the hot seat 2011. Don't be nervous help is on the way.
The top four head coaching names to consider for 2012. In any order.
Jeff Fisher
Bill Cowher
Jon Gruden
Brian Billick
They will all be back!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9Z0ivphb-E
"There comes a point where its just time to move on," Fisher said. "I've been blessed to be with this great organization for so many years. But as they say all good things must come to an end."
This organization is in shambles. And Titans owner Bud Adams is the conductor on this crazy-train. Just three weeks ago Adams said the team made "the decision," that they would release or trade disgruntled quarterback Vince Young and retain Fisher. That wasn't the case on Monday when he told the sports world he would not be returning to coach the Titans in the 2011 season.
No one really knows what caused this sudden Fisher/Adams divorce, but after long time assistants Chuck Cecil and Jim Washburn were fired, some had to see to see something like this coming. Fisher would never fire his "go-to guys." Bud Adams must have forced them out the door and Fisher probably didn't take to kindly to that. As much as I love the NFL (or as you will hear me reference NFL=Not For Long.....) we as fans have to understand that although football is just a game, it's also a business. A very powerful business, where the owners control all.
Really Classy Owner that Bud Adams....Pause, Not!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTxHuUGG_2c
Fined 250k by the NFL for this.....Idiot!
More about the good guy.
Fisher was 142-120 in his career with the Titans which goes back as far as the 'Oilers' (Houston Oilers) administration. Although his record may not show it, Fisher has been known for his defensive mastermind since his tutelage under Buddy Ryan in 1985.
After Fisher went on IR, with that 85' Bears team, (Yes the same 15-1, dominate Super Bowl XX champion, Super Bowl Shuffle Kings of 85', Ditka Bears) he knew his days as a player were probably over so he took up coaching. After the season Buddy Ryan was named head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, Fisher followed him and became the defensive backs coach. In 1988 at the age of 30, Fisher took over as Eagles defensive coordinator, becoming the youngest coordinator in the league at the time. After bouncing around the league with a few defensive coaching gigs, Fisher landed in Houston in 1994. After Jack Pardee (then head coach for Houston) was fired in November of that season, Fisher took over as interim-coach for the remaining six games and never looked back.
Fisher had his best season in 1999, when Tennessee changed their team name from the 'Oilers' to 'Titans'. He led the Titans to a 13-3 record and with some help from the Music City Miracle, (Frankie Wycheck to Kevin Dyson on that 75-yard lateral....Poor Buffalo Bills can't catch a break!) he took them all the way to the Super Bowl. They lost 23-16 to some grocery bag boy, (Kurt Warner's 4,353 yard, 41 touchdown, just 13 interception, MVP season) and the St.Louis Rams. At the time this was the best finish I had ever seen live, in a SB. Titans wide receiver Kevin Dyson was tackled at the one-yard line by Rams linebacker with no time left on the clock! Rams win 23-16. Sick finish to any Super Bowl if you ask me!
When it comes down to it Jeff Fisher wasn't going to sign a contract extension, and Titans owner Bud Adams was never going to offer him one after the 2011 season. It came to a tipping point just like John Fox in Carolina last year but hey, that's the nature of the NFL business.
Names being rumored to replace Fisher are offensive line coach and pro football Hall of Famer Mike Munchak. Munchak has been with the team since 1994 and is one of 14 remaining assistants from Fisher's former staff. Another name to consider is offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger. This would be a "feel good" story, as Heimerdinger was battling cancer for much of the 2010 season; He is one of the most-respected, well-liked coach's in the NFL.
As for Fisher's future in football, I promise you it's not over. If Adams would have let him go three weeks ago he would have probably been interviewed for multiple NFL head coaching positions. Now he will probably be an analyst for a year, (Assuming there is an NFL season in 2011) and try to make his comeback in 2012.
Something to consider if your teams head coach is on the hot seat 2011. Don't be nervous help is on the way.
The top four head coaching names to consider for 2012. In any order.
Jeff Fisher
Bill Cowher
Jon Gruden
Brian Billick
They will all be back!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9Z0ivphb-E
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Sports Joe Bio
If you Google the 4 letters, "ESPN," tell me what it says after the colon. (If you took the time to do this you're very bored...) Well how about I just tell you: The Worldwide Leader in Sports. And that they are. I can't get enough of the 4 letter. I find myself arguing with the LCD on a daily basis. And when you're as passionate about the sports world as I am, you have to voice you opinion! That is what this blog is all about. I'm the First Take, Around the Horn, Pardon the Interruption, Scott Van Pelt, Jim Rome show all rolled into one. I dominate sports debates like Skip Bayless. I have an obsession to know all sports topics like Howie Schwab. Still don't get me?
Remember Ron Burgundy in Anchor Man, Yazz flute and news anchor icon? I'll be your Ron Burgundy.... Before the man punted Baxter.
When coming up with names for this blog, I have to admit, I was completely stumped at first. You have to think its 2011 now people have been blogging for years now...Every appropriate name this side of the Mississippi was taken of course..After numerous debates and crossing off ideas like, Bretts "Late Night" Texts, Woody Paige's Blackboard and I Still Can't Believe Pedro Thew Down Zimmer....I had to go with First Game, Home.
First Game, Home was the term my college roommates and I applied to whomever wanted to play video games first. (X-Box 360 baby!) It's a great way to decide who plays and who sits. Similar to the old "shotgun/shotty rule," used to determine who sits in the front seat of the car. First Game, Home will provide my readers the first chance to get a look at the biggest, best, most controversial sports topics everyday. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, just follow!
Sports Joe Rules
1. No blood no foul. I call it like it is here. I won't beat around the bush about any topic. If you can't take the heat get out of the kitchen people.
2. Keep it clean. I know the "Sports Joe Buddies" will be commenting on this after it gets going, so guys lets try to keep the profanity to a minimum.
3. Throw the challenge flag. If I'm wrong on a player or statistic please let me know asap! I'm just going with with what I know and I promise I don't know everything.
2011 World Series Champs?
2011 World Series Champs?
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