Michael Vick rejoins Nike : it appears that a year off is enough for Nike.

posted by dviking to football at 04:16 PM - 8 comments

Favre's streak ends at 297: Brett Favre's record consecutive starts streak ended at 297 on Monday when he did not suit up for the Minnesota Vikings' game against the New York Giants

posted by dviking to football at 06:27 PM - 29 comments

TCU moving to the Big East Conference: TCU is moving to the Big East Conference after next year. This gives them a shot at one of the BCS automatic bids.

posted by dviking to football at 12:47 PM - 14 comments

Tony Romo out with a broken collarbone: Romo looks to be out 8 to 10 weeks, and the Cowboys look to be done for the year.

posted by dviking to football at 11:29 PM - 21 comments

Tiger withdraws, may have bulging disk: Tiger Woods withdrew from The Players Championship on Sunday with an injury that he fears might be a bulging disk in his upper back.

posted by dviking to golf at 07:18 PM - 15 comments

Duke wins National Championship in a thriller over Butler: The too-perfect basketball story with the too-perfect ending is still available on DVD. The real celebration for the new national champion — that's taking place on Tobacco Road.

posted by dviking to basketball at 12:18 AM - 11 comments

Favre, Viking defense rough up Romo, Cowboys 34-3: This is why Brett Favre said he was coming back. And back he is — maybe better than ever. Four — count 'em, four — touchdown passes from Minnesota's 40-year-old quarterback put the Vikings within a game of the Super Bowl with a 34-3 rout of the Dallas Cowboys to advance to the NFC championship Sunday.

posted by dviking to football at 04:53 PM - 121 comments

Peyton Manning wins 4th MVP award: Peyton Manning became the first player to win The Associated Press NFL Most Valuable Player honors four times. The Indianapolis Colts' sensational quarterback romped to the award Saturday in balloting by 50 sports writers and broadcasters who cover the league

posted by dviking to football at 12:48 PM - 15 comments

Tiger Woods to take 'indefinite' leave from golf: Tiger Woods said Friday he is taking an indefinite leave from golf to work on saving his marriage, using the word "infidelity" for the first time in a statement posted on his Web site. "After much soul searching, I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf," Woods said. "I need to focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person."

posted by dviking to golf at 08:34 PM - 75 comments

Tiger Woods Hurt in Car Crash: Tiger Woods was seriously injured in a car accident early Friday when his car struck a tree near his mansion in a gated waterfront community, authorities said.

posted by dviking to golf at 03:33 PM - 93 comments

At lon last, Michelle Wie gets 1st LPGA tour win: Michelle Wie won her first LPGA Tour title, fulfilling the promise of a decade with a 3-under 69 Sunday for a two-stroke victory over Paula Creamer in the Lorena Ochoa Invitational

posted by dviking to golf at 09:48 PM - 9 comments

Favre takes it to the Packers: Vikings win 30-23: Brett Favre proved to the Green Bay Packers he has plenty of fire left inside, and in his right arm. Favre's first game against his former team was all fun for the Minnesota Vikings and all frustration for the Packers, as the graying quarterback kept his cool and connected for three touchdown passes and 271 yards in a 30-23 victory on Monday night

posted by dviking to football at 01:05 AM - 36 comments

Brett Favre not coming back to join the Vikings: Favre decided he was not up to a 19th season, so it's Sage Rosenfels or T-Jack at QB for the Vikings

posted by dviking to football at 06:27 PM - 34 comments

Vick, Goodell met in New Jersey, though the league is not confirming this: Looks like talks aimed at Vick's reinstatement are underway.

posted by dviking to football at 12:24 AM - 11 comments

Tom Watson continues to lead the field at the British Open.: Tom Watson looked around at the amazing scene Saturday, his eyes tearing up a bit as all the Scottish fans surrounding the 18th green toasted one of golf's greatest champions. Man, I wish I was there!

posted by dviking to golf at 03:08 PM - 10 comments

Florida State gets 4 years of probation: Head Coach Bobby Bowden, one win behind one behind Penn State's Joe Paterno, might have a few wins taken away.

posted by dviking to football at 05:17 PM - 4 comments

NFL Commissioner to take a 20% pay cut: reducing his $11,000,000 salary and bonuses that he was to receive.

posted by dviking to football at 12:50 PM - 16 comments

Tiger Woods to end his season early.: Tiger decides to skip the Tour Championship after a hectic stretch through the Ryder cup.

posted by dviking to golf at 09:25 PM - 11 comments