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SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
Feel the thrill of the crowd as you score the winning touchdown in retro bowl 25, a game designed to keep you on the edge of your seat until the final whistle!
posted by EllieBit at 08:44 PM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Maurice & Henri Richard, Montreal Canadiens 1942-1975
Holy smokes! I had no idea that Maurice went that far back. Very cool.
posted by NoMich at 08:14 PM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
A friend pointed this one out to me:
Bobby Hull debuted for the Black Hawks in 1957 and played for them through 1972. His brother Dennis also played for the Hawks, from 1964 through 1977. That's 20 consecutive seasons with a Hull brother on Chicago's roster.
posted by NoMich at 08:11 PM on January 12
New England Patriots Hire Mike Vrabel
His firing by that franchise is widely regarded as a major blunder.
The Titans hiring the one-two combo of Whisenhunt and Mularkey prior to Vrabel is the type of decision making that would make the Khan-Baalke juggernaut as we know it deeply envious.
I doubt Vrabel would have chosen the Jags, roster regardless, because the team has gone 62-144 in the post-Del Rio ownership tenure of Shad Khan, who is the sole owner. The team's consistent ineptitude falls squarely on him. There's no doubt that Khan wants to be competitive. He just doesn't know how. When you continue to retain a GM who has been through four coach firings and was previously fired himself, you're in the John Mara - Jerry Jones Clueless Owners Club.
However, Vrabel is not all that much better off going to the Pats, as the Krafts are also sole owners and their recent history is that of varsity bumblers. But the team has a legacy of glory that they're driven to recapture, which counts for something.
For those who think that sole ownership isn't a factor, note that when the Walton ownership group bought the Broncos, they made some hellacious initial mistakes due to having far more money than experience but have quickly recovered to become competitive despite massive cap hits, having to pay most of Russel Wilson's salary, etc. Sean Payton wouldn't have signed on with that group if he thought they were going to be terminally inept.
(In all fairness, John Mara is not a sole owner, but his name is always the one attached to the fortunes of the Giants franchise. Maybe the Tisch family needs to begin weighing in more. They know what success is supposed to look like. They've built a prodigious multi-generational family empire).
posted by beaverboard at 06:01 PM on January 12
New England Patriots Hire Mike Vrabel
I would've loved to see Vrabel hired in Jacksonville. The Jags haven't had four consecutive winning seasons in this century.
posted by rcade at 05:06 PM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Maurice & Henri Richard, Montreal Canadiens 1942-1975
posted by tommybiden at 04:31 PM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
How many years did the Hanson Brothers play for the Charlestown Chiefs?
posted by rcade at 03:40 PM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Can't think of any right off.
Closest I could think of would be the Ripkens, but I think that's only continuous if you consider the entire organization and I don't know if Cal Ripken Sr. ever played for the big league club.
If LeBron James hadn't taken his skills to South Beach, this scenario might be playing out in Cleveland, but Bronny James would be way less likely to ever see the court with this year's Cavs than this year's Lakers.
posted by beaverboard at 11:55 AM on January 12
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Eric Staal is getting his jersey hoisted to the rafters for the Carolina Hurricanes this afternoon and this got me thinking:
Has there ever been another scenario like the Staal brothers with the Hurricanes? For the past 20 years, this team has had at least one player from the same family playing for them. In any sport?
posted by NoMich at 11:01 AM on January 12
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Ravens by 13 (lock)
Bills by 6 (lock)
Packers by 3
Commanders by 3
Vikings by 3
posted by tron7 at 05:03 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Ravens by 17 (lock)
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 7 (lock)
Buccaneers by 6
Vikings by 13 (lock)
I'm few minutes late (10 minutes into 1st game) if you allow me: Chargers by 6 (no lock), passing yards--Mayfield, rushing yards--Henry, receiving yards--Jefferson, Interception--Gardner-Johnson. Thanks
posted by jagsnumberone at 05:01 PM on January 11
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My picks:
Texans by 9
Ravens by 10
Bills by 14 (lock)
Eagles by 6
Buccaneers by 7
Vikings by 4
Passer: Baker Mayfield
Rusher: D. Henry
Receiver: J. Jefferson
Player with interception: Gardner-Johnson
posted by Ufez Jones at 02:57 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Chargers by 3
Ravens by 10 (lock)
Bills by 17 (lock)
Eagles by 7 (lock)
Commanders by 3
Rams by 3
Passer: Josh Allen
Rusher: Saquon Barkley
Receiver: Ladd McConkey
Player with interception: Marlon Humphrey
GO LIONS!! (next week)
posted by ic23b at 02:52 PM on January 11
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Revised picks:
Texans by 11 (lock)
posted by bender at 02:08 PM on January 11
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My picks:
Texans by 11
Steelers by 3
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 5
Commanders by 4
Vikings by 7
Passer: Lamar Jackson
Rusher: Saquon Barkley
Receiver: Justin Jefferson
Player with interception: Byron Murphy, Jr.
posted by bender at 02:08 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Texans by 7
Ravens by 13 (lock)
Bills by 17 (lock)
Eagles by 3
Commanders by 7
Vikings by 14 (lock)
Passer: Matthew Stafford
Rusher: Barkley
Receiver: J. Jefferson
Player with interception: Murphy Jr
posted by rumple at 02:02 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Chargers by 8
Ravens by 9 (lock)
Bills by 11 (lock)
Eagles by 6
Commanders by 5
Vikings by 1
Passer: Sam Darnold
Rusher: Saquon Barkley
Receiver: Nico Collins
Player with interception: CJ Gardner-Johnson
posted by gridironarizona at 01:55 PM on January 11
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Revised picks:
Player with interception: McCollogh (LAR)
posted by tahoemoj at 01:03 PM on January 11
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My picks:
Chargers by 6
Ravens by 4
Bills by 13 (lock)
Eagles by 10 (lock)
Commanders by 6
Rams by 6
Passer: Justin Herbert
Receiver: Barkley
posted by tahoemoj at 01:01 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Chargers by 5
Ravens by 14 (lock)
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 9 (lock)
Commanders by 8
Rams by 3
Passer: Lamar Jackson
Rusher: Derrick Henry
Receiver: Terry McLaurin
Player with interception: Marlon Humphrey
posted by tommybiden at 12:36 PM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
Howdy, Argoal. I've changed your account email so that you won't get any more from the site.
posted by rcade at 12:05 PM on January 11
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
Will Howard made some throws into openings about the size of a cat door last night.
posted by beaverboard at 11:43 AM on January 11
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thanks for the past pools, however I would like to unsubscribe from your site, please let me know how to make that happen.
posted by argoal at 11:33 AM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
Fixed. I thought I had everybody because there were 12 quarterbacks, but Jared Goff was in there despite Detroit's bye.
posted by rcade at 11:07 AM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
Why no Sam Darnold in the QB drop down list?
posted by NoMich at 10:49 AM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Chargers by 3 (lock)
Ravens by 9 (lock)
Bills by 8 (lock)
Eagles by 5 (lock)
Buccaneers by 3 (lock)
Vikings by 3 (lock)
Passer: Baker Mayfield
Rusher: S. Barkley (PHI)
Receiver: J. Jefferson (MIN)
Player with interception: M. Humphrey (BAL)
I'm going to lock every pick that I am able to for the whole playoff season.
posted by NoMich at 10:49 AM on January 11
Enter the SportsFilter NFL Playoff Pickem
My picks:
Chargers by 3
Ravens by 10 (lock)
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 3
Buccaneers by 3
Vikings by 7 (lock)
Passer: Lamar Jackson
Rusher: Saquon Barkley
Receiver: Mike Evans
Player with interception: Marlon Humphrey
I want the Bucs to win but I'm worried about that one. It seems like the best upset potential of the weekend.
posted by rcade at 10:11 AM on January 11
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
This is a really great essay; I appreciate you authoring it and hope you will keep producing works of this nature level devil.
posted by emilycandy at 01:51 AM on January 11
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
I'd want to offer my heartfelt appreciation for your kindness and smart advise. I am deeply grateful for the great influence you have made on my life retro games.
posted by emilycandy at 01:50 AM on January 11
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
I remember suggesting a looooooong time ago that Michigan should go after Jim Harbaugh and was told that there was no way that he would go back there. Well...
posted by NoMich at 11:38 PM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Marcus Freeman was Paul Rudd levels of likeable during that game. I'd say I would run through a wall for him but he'd stop me from doing that and teach me tackling technique.
posted by rcade at 08:02 PM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
That would be nice every day
posted by NoMich at 05:25 PM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
I keep torturing NoMich. I may have to set him up with an emotional support biscuits and gravy voucher.
posted by beaverboard at 02:55 PM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
I don't see Freeman going to OSU. Why go from being a saint to being a pinata?
Everyone in South Bend is just glad that Brian Kelly is off torturing residents of the Bayou State.
I like Notre Dame right now. Partly because I no longer have to listen to Brent Musburger ejaculating in his trousers every time the team does something remotely worthy on the football field. That guy was the King of Tilt. Tyrann Mathieu didn't have a life until Musburger finally got over his Honey Badger fixation.
What I couldn't stand watching last night were the throws that both QB's made. I didn't see any velocity to speak of. It was like watching Jamie Moyer pitch against Scott McGregor. The soft serves stayed in the air so long, I'm surprised there weren't several more picks.
Neither one of those QB's can throw anything close to a NFL pass. And when Riley Leonard tucks it and runs, he reminds me a bit of Tebow. Slo slo slo. I'll have to go back to film of Joe Milton's first start with the Pats this past Sunday to remind myself of what velocity looks like.
What was lacking in speed was made up for in toughness. Both of those defenses swarmed to the ball. There was some major contact happening.
Penn State will forever have an old school vibe. Every man on the team looked like a member of the late 1950's Baltimore Colts.
posted by beaverboard at 11:31 AM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Serious question: has Marcus Freeman made Notre Dame likeable? And how many dump trucks full of cash is Ohio State going to send to him if OSU makes it to the national championship game and and loses to Notre Dame?
posted by NoMich at 09:22 AM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
That was, thankfully, driven from my memory. Until now, dammit! /shakes fist in air
posted by NoMich at 09:20 AM on January 10
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
Some folks just can't get enough:
"Anyone I've ever represented who was great was passionate."
- Drew Rosenhaus, agent for disgruntled Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill...and this guy
posted by beaverboard at 08:48 PM on January 09
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
abgerny encourages patience and planning. Every level requires strategy, and the sense of accomplishment makes every win feel worthwhile.
posted by donna1205 at 11:18 PM on January 08
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
With each new composition, Sprunki Incredibox delivers a fresh and exciting experience that keeps players coming back for more.
posted by donna1205 at 11:10 PM on January 08
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
From the soft corners department: Florida will host multiple outdoor NHL games in 2025-26.
Flooding a rink in Miami will be a breeze if they don't mind sea water.
Wish I had the Sunshine State refrigerant contract.
posted by beaverboard at 04:17 PM on January 08
Skip Bayless, Fox Sports executive named in lawsuit alleging sexual, workplace harassment
It doesn't help that in the sports viewership world at large, there's a strong sentiment among guys that the women on air need to stay in their lane and can be replaced. Hard to establish a strong standing in the workplace under those circumstances.
posted by beaverboard at 04:08 PM on January 08
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle
Only the Cowboys would deny the Bears' request to interview Mike McCarthy.
posted by beaverboard at 11:23 AM on January 08
NBA Cup Looking Up in Year Two
Evan Wasch, the NBA's strategist and analytics executive, shared the league's broader vision for the competition. He emphasized that the NBA Cup is a long-term project, aiming to evolve into "a true second championship" that provides teams and Sprunki players with another prestigious goal to pursue. Wasch's statement highlights the league's ambition to make the NBA Cup as important to the players and coaches as the NBA Finals.
posted by kehofiv329 at 03:29 AM on January 08
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
The Thursday Huddle is all about celebrating the unsung stories of sports and sharing those under-the-radar moments that matter. Whether you're analyzing a play, discovering a hidden gem, or simply looking for a space to talk strategy, this community is here for it all. Remember to count to five Mississippi before commenting in anger"thoughtful discussion Stickman Hook is what makes this space great.
posted by kehofiv329 at 03:28 AM on January 08
When the Olympics Gave Out Medals for Art
The reminder to "count to five Mississippi" before commenting in anger is a great way to keep the conversation respectful. Encouraging thoughtful, measured responses will help foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere. Sports discussions can get heated, but it's essential to remind participants that everyone's opinions are valid, and everyone's approach to the game can be different. Block Blast Puzzle
posted by kehofiv329 at 03:27 AM on January 08
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
Geometry Dash Lite is a free, simplified version of the popular mobile game Geometry Dash. The game involves navigating a small, square icon through levels filled with obstacles, jumping or flying to avoid hitting them.
posted by Billie34 at 11:20 PM on January 07
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
Tom Brady never forgot that Antonio Pierce helped wreck the Patriots' undefeated season in the Super Bowl.
posted by beaverboard at 04:25 PM on January 07
SportsFilter: The Tuesday Huddle
There was a time when I thought Titans owner Amy Adams Strunk knew what she was doing.
But firing GM Ran Carthon now, a year after he helped do in Mike Vrabel, and keeping the new coach Carthon brought in to go 3-14 this season?
Sheila Ford Hamp she ain't.
I don't know what qualified soul would want to be the GM of that organization right now. First pick in the draft or not.
posted by beaverboard at 01:16 PM on January 07
NBA Pickem Week 11: Hoopy New Year
My picks:
Lakers by 8
Celtics by 7
Cavaliers by 6
Bucks by 8
Magic by 8
Thunder by 6
posted by NoMich at 11:02 AM on January 07
NBA Pickem Week 11: Hoopy New Year
My picks:
Lakers by 4
Celtics by 6
Thunder by 8
Bucks by 5
Magic by 4
Thunder by 6
I've watched a fair amount of Thunder games this year, but limiting the Celtics to 8 (eight!) made FGs in the 2nd half the other night may have been the most impressive feat I've seen them accomplish this season. So far.
posted by Ufez Jones at 10:53 AM on January 07
NBA Pickem Week 11: Hoopy New Year
My picks:
Lakers by 8
Nuggets by 4
Cavaliers by 9
Bucks by 7
Magic by 9
Thunder by 9
posted by Howard_T at 09:43 PM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Only the Bears would ask the Cowboys for permission to speak to Mike McCarthy.
If there's a Shad Khan golden showers tape, Trent Baalke has a copy.
posted by beaverboard at 09:43 PM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Jaguar Nation is apoplectic about Baalke being kept. He's got to be the worst GM in the NFL and now he gets to prolong the misery for a few more seasons.
posted by rcade at 08:53 PM on January 06
NBA Pickem Week 11: Hoopy New Year
My picks:
Mavericks by 14
Celtics by 8
Cavaliers by 3
Bucks by 9 (slam dunk)
Magic by 9 (slam dunk)
Thunder by 16 (slam dunk)
The Thunder and Cavs meeting as title favorites after the Celtics is a fun way to open the year.
posted by rcade at 08:50 PM on January 06
CFL Pickem Champion: Ic23b
Congratulations, Ic23b!
The CFL returns sometime in June, though the schedule is weirdly late in coming out for next season.
posted by rcade at 08:30 PM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Kraft wants to get ahead of the game and beat Baalke to Tomsula or Chip Kelly.
posted by beaverboard at 02:19 PM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
What Kraft giving Mayo the ol' heave-ho after only a single season?
posted by NoMich at 01:49 PM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Ownership matters:
Jaguars fire HC Pederson but keep GM Trent Baalke. I wish Shad Khan had made his automotive fortune on control modules instead of truck bumpers.
After going through an arithmetic wins progression - from 9 to 6 to 3 - Giants retain both HC Daboll and GM Schoen. A John Mara (non) move if there ever was one.
Can't wait till Woody Johnson and Mark Davis have a turn.
posted by beaverboard at 11:47 AM on January 06
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Mike Vrabel's new old team has the first pick in the draft.
posted by beaverboard at 06:57 PM on January 05
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
Revised picks:
Falcons by 10 (lock)
Commanders by 8
Packers by 7 (lock)
Texans by 9 (lock)
Jaguars by 3
Bills by 14 (lock)
Eagles by 13 (lock)
Buccaneers by 19 (lock)
Chiefs by 6
Chargers by 10
Seahawks by 9
Dolphins by 14 (lock)
Cardinals by 8 (lock)
Lions by 6
posted by Ufez Jones at 12:41 PM on January 05
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
Revised picks:
Cardinals by 7 (lock)
posted by rcade at 12:40 PM on January 05
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
Revised picks:
Falcons by 10 (lock)
Commanders by 7 (lock)
Packers by 14 (lock)
Texans by 3
Colts by 3
Bills by 7
Eagles by 3
Buccaneers by 10 (lock)
Broncos by 7 (lock)
Chargers by 10 (lock)
Rams by 10 (lock)
Dolphins by 7
49ers by 3
Lions by 3
posted by rcade at 09:56 AM on January 05
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 17 (lock)
Steelers by 3
posted by rcade at 02:49 PM on January 04
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
@rcade: Any chance that we can get the results of the CFL Pickem ?
posted by ic23b at 12:09 PM on January 04
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 21 (lock)
Steelers by 7
posted by Ufez Jones at 09:31 AM on January 04
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Depends on how deep the snow is.
posted by beaverboard at 10:33 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 14 (lock)
Bengals by 4 (lock)
Falcons by 3 (lock)
Cowboys by 7 (lock)
Packers by 10 (lock)
Texans by 14 (lock)
Jaguars by 6 (lock)
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 3 (lock)
Buccaneers by 23 (lock)
Chiefs by 3 (lock)
Chargers by 10 (lock)
Rams by 6 (lock)
Jets by 2 (lock)
Cardinals by 7 (lock)
Lions by 4 (lock)
posted by jagsnumberone at 09:48 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
Revised picks:
Titans by 3 (lock)
Seahawks by 3 (lock)
posted by tron7 at 05:05 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 21 (lock)
Bengals by 3 (lock)
Falcons by 3 (lock)
Commanders by 13 (lock)
Packers by 6 (lock)
Texans by 3 (lock)
Colts by 3 (lock)
Bills by 12 (lock)
Eagles by 13 (lock)
Buccaneers by 8 (lock)
Broncos by 3 (lock)
Chargers by 7 (lock)
Rams by 3 (lock)
Dolphins by 3 (lock)
49ers by 3 (lock)
Lions by 6 (lock)
posted by tron7 at 05:01 PM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
The meat tubes or sassy children?
posted by NoMich at 04:58 PM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
There's nothing like a wintertime Donner Pass tailgate.
First thing on the grill are the brats.
posted by beaverboard at 04:03 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 17 (lock)
Steelers by 10
Falcons by 13 (lock)
Commanders by 10
Packers by 21 (lock)
Texans by 7
Colts by 13 (lock)
Bills by 17 (lock)
Eagles by 20 (lock)
Buccaneers by 13 (lock)
Chiefs by 15 (lock)
Raiders by 7
Seahawks by 10
Dolphins by 7
Cardinals by 13 (lock)
Lions by 13 (lock)
Jeez I was just leading this thing and now I have to go big and probably also go home :)
posted by rumple at 02:38 PM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
I've already started tailgating in my driveway.
posted by tahoemoj at 01:57 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 13 (lock)
Bengals by 6 (lock)
Panthers by 6 (lock)
Commanders by 13 (lock)
Packers by 17 (lock)
Texans by 13 (lock)
Colts by 4 (lock)
Bills by 13 (lock)
Eagles by 20 (lock)
Buccaneers by 13 (lock)
Chiefs by 6 (lock)
Chargers by 17 (lock)
Rams by 7 (lock)
Jets by 6 (lock)
49ers by 10 (lock)
Lions by 7 (lock)
Something very strange happened with my picks last week, as there is no way I would have picked against the Bengals in any week, let alone locked them to lose. Couple other selections seem counterintuitive, as well. Doesn't really matter, as I've been out of the running since about Week 3, and there is a very strong chance of user/bourbon whiskey error.
posted by tahoemoj at 01:56 PM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 21 (lock)
Bengals by 5
Falcons by 14 (lock)
Commanders by 7
Packers by 14 (lock)
Titans by 5
Jaguars by 5
Bills by 12 (lock)
Eagles by 10 (lock)
Buccaneers by 14 (lock)
Broncos by 5
Chargers by 7 (lock)
Seahawks by 7
Dolphins by 7
Cardinals by 7
Lions by 5
posted by NoMich at 11:45 AM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 20 (lock)
Bengals by 6
Falcons by 13 (lock)
Commanders by 14 (lock)
Packers by 12 (lock)
Texans by 8
Colts by 5
Bills by 3
Eagles by 3
Buccaneers by 11 (lock)
Broncos by 3
Chargers by 7
Seahawks by 4
Dolphins by 8
Cardinals by 10
Lions by 4 (lock)
GO LIONS
posted by ic23b at 11:31 AM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 7 (lock)
Bengals by 3
Falcons by 3
Cowboys by 2
Packers by 10 (lock)
Texans by 7
Colts by 13 (lock)
Bills by 5
Giants by 7
Buccaneers by 5
Broncos by 7
Chargers by 3
Rams by 7 (lock)
Jets by 3
Cardinals by 10 (lock)
Lions by 4
Man, it wasn't that long ago that I was in the top 2 or 3, and now I'm battling to not be the Costanza...
posted by bender at 10:48 AM on January 03
NFL Pickem: All the Marbles
My picks:
Ravens by 19 (lock)
Bengals by 1
Falcons by 9 (lock)
Commanders by 6 (lock)
Packers by 9 (lock)
Texans by 2
Colts by 5
Bills by 10 (lock)
Eagles by 5
Buccaneers by 10 (lock)
Broncos by 1
Chargers by 4
Seahawks by 7
Jets by 4
Cardinals by 3
Lions by 7
posted by tommybiden at 10:10 AM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Friday Huddle
Tonight is the biggest bowl game of them all! rcade is probably already tailgating.
Get ready for a rare showdown in the SERVPRO First Responder Bowl as the North Texas Mean Green go head to head with the Texas State Bobcats at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas. This marks the first encounter between these two programs since 1994, adding an extra layer of anticipation to the game.
posted by NoMich at 08:23 AM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
Nah, I never cheer on an SEC team, but I ain't crying over Duke getting crushed. In fact, I never even drink beer from Durham! That's a lie. I really like Durham and go there to hang out with friends as often as I am able. And my wife got a Masters degree from NC Central, so we have ties of sort to the city. A couple of decent record stores as well. Now I'm just blabbing.
posted by NoMich at 08:19 AM on January 03
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
Lane Kiffin is still pissed at Ole Miss being left out of the CFB playoffs and is taking out his anger by putting a whupping on poor old Duke.
NoMich may not be devastated by this. In fact, he may be hoisting a Sneaky Penguin or a Salty Turtle to cheer on the boys from Oxford.
posted by beaverboard at 11:05 PM on January 02
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
There's no NBA Pickem this week because of the lack of national games aside from two on TNT tomorrow.
posted by rcade at 07:58 PM on January 02
SportsFilter: The Thursday Huddle
This Ohio State team is starting to feel like the one that marched to the title 10 years ago with third string QB Cardale Jones shocking the world when he was pressed into service due to injuries.
Including a stomping of Oregon at some point along the way (by almost identical scores).
Cardale's championship run reminded me a bit of John Daly's improbable "grip it and rip it" victory in the 1991 PGA tournament. In the zone and having fun. Nothing complicated.
Cardale was not surgically dissecting defenses with dinks and dunks. He had a group of stud WR's that were able to run under his prodigious long throws almost at will. It was fun to watch.
Then he had the wisdom and presence of mind not to get swooned by his sudden success and returned to OSU for another year instead of declaring for the draft as a media darling.
My impression was that Urban Meyer couldn't believe what was unfolding before his eyes but ran with the momentum and added a trophy to his resume. He was playing with house money - if OSU had lost, they would have been valiant in defeat, starting a third string QB who had hardly ever seen the field before.
posted by beaverboard at 12:30 PM on January 02
Sugar Bowl Postponed After Bourbon Street Attack
The clever bastard used a big EV so people wouldn't hear him coming.
If he or other members of his cadre planted numerous IED's around NOLA, it might be hard to track them all down, especially with the holiday crowds in town.
posted by beaverboard at 04:37 PM on January 01
Sugar Bowl Postponed After Bourbon Street Attack
So heartbreaking. (not the delaying of the game)
posted by NoMich at 04:29 PM on January 01
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Art but make it sports' take
posted by NoMich at 08:20 AM on December 31
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
I'm talking about when Jake Bates decided to make sweet, slow loving to mother earth.
posted by NoMich at 07:52 AM on December 31
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Both kickers struggled. Was the wind a big factor?
posted by beaverboard at 02:48 AM on December 31
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Thanks to the Lions kicker, this 4th quarter has turned into a porno
posted by NoMich at 10:42 PM on December 30
SportsFilter: The Saturday Huddle
I love cricket because it's always summer somewhere.
posted by NoMich at 09:38 PM on December 30
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
posted by beaverboard at 03:38 PM on December 30
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Why?! Why did you do that to my eyes?!
posted by NoMich at 12:52 PM on December 30
SportsFilter: The Monday Huddle
Sneak preview of the 2025 Bro Moments calendar, coming soon to finer newsstands.
posted by beaverboard at 11:13 AM on December 30
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
rcade, got a fake friend request from you on FB
posted by tommybiden at 08:15 AM on December 29
SportsFilter: The Sunday Huddle
Holy smokes! I had no idea that Maurice went that far back. Very cool.
I knew Maurice was significantly older than Henri (15 years), but it kind of blew me away when I checked his start year.
Interestingly, Henri was a Leap Year (Leap Day?) baby (Feb 29, 1936)