Saturday, October 31, 2009
My letter to all Packers fans
It would give me great pleasure and satisfaction if you would all please so kindly throw cheese at Brett Favrererer each time he takes the field at Lambeau tomorrow. It would also maybe stop the commentators weird love fest with him too.
That is all.
Love,
Barbie
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Week 5 Picks
Steelers @ Lions
Cowboys @ Chiefs
Vikings @ Rams
Raiders @ Giants
Bucs @ Eagles
Redskins @ Panthers
Bengals @ Ravens
Falcons @ 49ers
Patriots @ Broncos
Texans @ Cardinals
Jaguars @ Seahawks
Colts @ Titans
Jets @ Dolphins
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Edwards is far from Lebron, Crabtree caved and other week 5 news
The Browns, on the other hand, got WR Chansi Stuckey, LB Jason Trusnik and two undisclosed draft choices. They also came very close to stealing a win from the Bengals last week. This week, they're playing the Bills. I have a feeling the Bills are just going to get worse and worse the more T.O. gets frustrated. So perhaps the Browns actually pull out a win on the road this week.
Crabtree finally realized that 1. he's an idiot, 2. he's not going to get more money and 3. if he gets redrafted next year, he's really not going to get more money. He agreed to a 6-year, $32 mil deal with the 49ers after holding out and somehow the moron actually got more money (previously was offered 5 years, $20 mil). We'll see if he's worth it. I think this year is probably going to be a bust for him.
Other news around the league, QB Donovan McNabb is listed as probable and will most likely start for the Eagles against the Bucs. QB Matt Hasselbeck is expected to start for the Seahawks. The Steelers will probably be without Troy Polamalu again [he's still busy making Head & Shoulders commercials (side note: Troy, I love that commercial. It makes me laugh. Good job!)]. Eli Manning is likely to start on Sunday despite his heel injury. The Cowboys are probably without WR Roy Williams and RB Felix Jones.
I'll post picks later today.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Week 4 Picks
Bengals @ Browns - Now the Browns really are bad as we think they are. I wouldn't be surprised if they go 0-16 this year.
Seahawks @ Colts - The Colts destroyed the Cards last week and Seneca Wallace is still most likely starting for the Seahawks. I expect to hear Manning to Wayne/Clark TD! a lot today.
Giants @ Chiefs - The Giants are one of the best teams in the NFL right now and the Chiefs are fighting for their rightful position near the bottom.
Ravens @ Patriots - I don't care what you say but Tom Brady isn't back just yet. His accuracy isn't back to what it was and the Ravens are red hot right now. They finally have an offense to match their defense. I expect to see a lot of unhappy Bostonians today.
Bucs @ Redskins - The Redskins are bad but the Bucs are worse.
Titans @ Jaguars - The Titans are too good of a team to end up 0-4 and 0-2 in divisional games. This is a must win for them.
Raiders @ Texans - When the coach is punching his assistant coaches (allegedly), there's an issue.
Bills @ Dolphins - Pennington is gone for the season and the Fins are 0-3. In this must-win at home, it's probably going to be all wildcat. The Bills have Lynch back this week but Jackson has been playing well anyway so I don't think it'll make that much of a difference. McKelvin is out and T.O. is clearly pissed, I think the Bills could start to spiral downward fast.
Jets @ Saints - The Jets just seem overrated to me. Remember last season when the Bills started 5-1 or something like that. I have a feeling the Jets might pull something like that and then just crash and burn. The Saints on the other hand have been destroying opponents. They give up a lot of points but no one is close to them in points for.
Cowboys @ Broncos - The Broncos might be 3-0 but they haven't beaten anyone worthwhile. The Bengals are the only decent team and that was on a fluke TD. Otherwise, they've beaten the Browns and the Raiders. Welcome to week 4: your first test.
Rams @ 49ers - The 49ers look good and even without Gore they should pound the Rams today.
Chargers @ Steelers - The Steelers aren't looking like the defending Super Bowl champs. The Chargers might have LT back today but I'm picking the Steelers to sneak out with the win.
Packers @ Vikings - If this game was in Green Bay, I'd be picking the Pack all way. But in Minnesota, I don't think the fans are going to that angry with Favre.
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
My T.O. rant
Here's the thing with T.O. Yeah he's a bit of a drama queen. But here's the thing with this whole situation, the Bills didn't win. So yeah T.O. is being a baby about losing his streak, but I can understand his frustration. If the Bills won and he was bitching about things, I'd just be like oh that's just T.O. being T.O. However, since they didn't, I get it. I'd be annoyed too if my team lost and I didn't contribute to the team at all. So for the first time in my life, I'm going to say, "Lay off T.O."
Sunday, September 27, 2009
The blacked out Lions
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Barbie's banged up fantasy team
Starting QB: Donovan McNabb...thank you for breaking your ribs.
Starting RB: Ladanian Tomlinson....way to sprain your ankle, man.
3rd WR: Anthony Gonzalez...falling down in a heap all by yourself is obviously the most epic way to sprain your MCL
DEF: Chicago...of course Urlacher is going to sit out this season.
K: Mason Crosby...well straining your abs sounds like you just ate a little too much at an all-you-can-eat buffet. At least you're still listed as probable so I won't be too mad.
Painful team...the fantasy gods are not loving me this season.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Vick to play on Thursday
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Rex Ryan is my hero
"I never came here to kiss Bill Belichick's, you know, rings. I came to win. Let's just put it that way. So we'll see what happens. I'm certainly not intimidated by New England...," Ryan said previously. Now he's still going on about it; saying, "When I said that about Belichick, I'm just letting him know I'm not intimidated by him. He's got the same position I have. We're both head coaches in this league. He just happens to have a hell of a lot more Super Bowl wins. I don't have a win." That's okay, Rex. Because anytime you think you're about to become intimidated by him just remember this ridiculously funny episode of South Park, where Cartman points out that Belichick is quite the little cheater.
"Just before the last Super Bowl, Bill Belichick gathered his football players and said let’s win this one for real… Just this one time.. Let’s not cheat. You know what happened? They lost." - Eric Cartman, South Park
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
You've GOT to be kidding me!
So the Vikings signed Favre today. *Sigh* Thanks Minnesota. So here's the thing: Week 8 the Vikings are visiting Lambeau. Cheeseheads, I'm begging you. Find as much moldy, gross, stinky cheese and throw it at Favre. Please.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
I've been a bad little blogger
- I'm genuinely disappointed the Browns didn't sign him. The irony of Vick playing in the dawg pound would have been awesome.
- He spent a lot of time in jail. He's sorry. Other guys in the league have killed people (ok allegedly have killed people) and they didn't get the flack Vick's been getting. Not that I'm saying what he did was right but he served his time. Forgive him already.
- PETA ...you piss the world off. Seriously. Everytime you throw paint on some woman with too much money's fur coat, you know she just goes out and buys another one. Therefore, you are actually assisting in killing animals too. So yeah, PETA, go away.
- Also, another PETA thing... Dear PETA, who is crazier: you or Philly fans? I think we all know the answer. This season is going to be a wild ride.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Sanchez becomes the next really rich rookie
Jets rookie QB Mark Sanchez signed a five-year deal worth up to $60 million, with $28 million guaranteed. The starting QB for the upcoming season hasn't been named yet and it is open for either Sanchez or Kellen Clemens.
Monday, June 8, 2009
The off-season news hogger award goes to...
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
No action against Williamses
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Vick back at home
Monday, May 18, 2009
Gruden to replace Kornheiser on MNF
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Dancing with the Dolphins
Jason Taylor is back with the Miami Dolphins for a year worth $1.5 million. The former Dancing with the Stars star (that's right I said Dancing with the Stars star, not football star) played (when he wasn't injured, which was never) last season with the Washington Redskins, but was released in March. After spending 11 seasons in Miami, it only makes sense for him to return and stay/retire there.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Dear Mr. Favre
It has come to my attention that you are contemplating (yet again) a return to the NFL. I regret to inform you that unfortunately, I have had enough and frankly there is no room in my NFL fandom for you to return. I have come up with possible reasons for your return:
- You want to further increase your chances of keeping your Most INTs record by throwing at least another 30 this season.
- You heard the Vikes are interested and have gone senile enough to think that purple would look good on you.
- You're hoping to go to a Florida team since that's where most people go to retire anyways.
Good luck in your retirement.
Love,
Barbie
P.S. The hat suits you.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Disaster at Cowboys practice facility
Friday, April 24, 2009
Friday update
Falcons acquire TE Gonzalez
The Chiefs traded TE Tony Gonzalez (who wanted a trade last season) to the Atlanta Falcons for a 2010 2nd round pick. Not a bad deal since Gonzalez is getting up their in age.
Panthers sign QB Delhomme to a 5 year, $42.5 million extension
"It's all about being able to know that I can finish my career here in Carolina," Delhomme said. "That's what I've wanted, all I've ever wanted." Five years for a 34 year old QB is a long time.
People actually want QB Losman
Really?!? The Broncos and the Panthers have inquired about the Bills' back-up QB J.P. Losman. Apparently the Broncos are all about collecting QBs who can't play. But I guess Losman could back up Delhomme well enough in Carolina. Just keep handing the ball off J.P. Don't try to throw.
Colts save salary cap space with Wayne restructuring
WR Reggie Wayne agreed to a contract restructuring that would allow the Colts to save some salary cap space. Details haven't been released yet on how much it would save.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
The Lions need more than a new logo
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Happy Retirement Madden!!
And I leave you with this: "Hey, the offensive linemen are the biggest guys on the field, they're bigger than everybody else, and that's what makes them the biggest guys on the field.”
We'll miss you!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Colts 2009 schedule
Week 1 - vs. Jacksonville Jaguars - Well as long as the 2008 Jags show up and not a new and improved Jacksonville team, the Colts shouldn't have a problem with this one.
Week 2 - at Miami Dolphins - Good Monday Night Football matchup.
Week 3 - at Arizona Cardinals - I still maintain that their appearance in last season's Super Bowl was a fluke. But I guess we'll see how well Warner can connect with his receivers.
Week 4 - vs. Seattle Seahawks - Yeah this one's in the bag.
Week 5- at Tennessee Titans - This is a huge division match-up! I think that its outcome will be a big foreshadow for the remainder of the season.
Weel 6 - Bye - Rest up boys!
Week 7 - at St. Louis Rams - Once again, it's in the bag. Thank you NFC West.
Week 8 - vs. San Francisco 49ers - Read above.
Week 9 - vs. Houston Texans - Another big divisional game, I have this feeling Houston is going to have a good season.
Week 10 -vs. New England Patriots - Bring it on! With Brady back in the line-up, the Pats could be a huge threat again. It brings back the drama to this rivalry and makes for a great reason to sing, "I've been waiting all day for Sunday night."
Week 11 - at Baltimore Ravens - Another tough game and without homefield advantage. Hopefully the Ravens defense and their newly found offensive can be tamed by the Colts explosive offense.
Week 12 - at Houston Texans - Back to what I said about week 9, except in Houston.
Week 13 - vs. Tennessee Titans - Another one that makes me nervous.
Week 14 - vs. Denver Broncos - Dear Kyle Orton, Thanks for the win. Love, Leah
Week 15 - at Jacksonville Jaguars - We'll see how the Jags season plays out, this could be a big one for the Colts playoff hunt.
Week 16 - vs. New York Jets - I'm not worried.
Week 17 - at Buffalo Bills - I will be freezing cold cheering in the stands for this one. I think the Colts will make the playoffs before this game though so the starters probably will be on the bench.
With the exception of the mid-season madness starting with the Pats game, I'm feeling pretty confident this season.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Harrison signs new contract with Steelers
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Cutler to Chicago
I guess the Broncos aren't too worried about winning this year. Orton? C'mon seriously?!
Although, on second thoughts, all they have to do is finish 8-8 in the amazingly talented AFC West to make the playoffs. So I guess Orton might be good enough to help the team finish .500.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Broncos to trade Cutler
Monday, March 30, 2009
2009 preseason schedule released
2009 NFL preseason schedule
Hall of Fame Game
Aug. 9
Buffalo Bills vs. Tennessee Titans, at Canton, Ohio (NBC)
Week 1 (Aug. 13-17)
Aug. 13
Arizona Cardinals at Pittsburgh Steelers (ESPN)
Aug. 17
Carolina Panthers at New York Giants (ESPN)
Atlanta falcons at Detroit Lions
Chicago Bears at Buffalo Bills
Cincinnati Bengals at New Orleans Saints
Cleveland Browns at Green Bay Packers
Dallas Cowboys at Oakland Raiders
Denver Broncos at San Francisco 49ers
Houston Texans at Kansas City Chiefs
Jacksonville Jaguars at Miami Dolphins
Minnesota Vikings at Indianapolis Colts
New England Patriots at Philadelphia Eagles
St. Louis Rams at New York Jets
Seattle Seahawks at San Diego Chargers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Tennessee Titans
Washington Redskins at Baltimore Ravens
Week 2 (Aug. 20-24)
Aug. 20
Philadelphia Eagles at Indianapolis Colts (FOX)
Aug. 21
Tennessee Titans at Dallas Cowboys (FOX)
Aug. 24
New York Jets at Baltimore Ravens (ESPN)
Atlanta Falcons at St. Louis Rams
Buffalo Bills at Green Bay Packers
Carolina Panthers at Miami Dolphins
Cincinnati Bengals at New England Patriots
Denver Broncos at Seattle Seahawks
Detroit Lions at Cleveland Browns
Kansas City Chiefs at Minnesota Vikings
New Orleans Saints at Houston Texans
New York Giants at Chicago Bears
Oakland Raiders at San Francisco 49ers
Pittsburgh Steelers at Washington Redskins
San Diego Chargers at Arizona Cardinals
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Jacksonville Jaguars
Week 3 (Aug. 27-31)
Aug. 27
Miami Dolphins at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (FOX)
Aug. 28
New England Patriots at Washington Redskins (CBS)
Aug. 29
San Diego Chargers at Atlanta Falcons (CBS)
Aug. 30
Chicago Bears at Denver Broncos (NBC)
Aug. 31
Minnesota Vikings at Houston Texans (ESPN)
Baltimore Ravens at Carolina Panthers
Buffalo Bills at Pittsburgh Steelers
Green Bay Packers at Arizona Cardinals
Indianapolis Colts at Detroit Lions
Aug. 27
Jacksonville Jaguars at Philadelphia Eagles
New Orleans Saints at Oakland Raiders
New York Jets at New York Giants
St. Louis Rams at Cincinnati Bengals
San Francisco 49ers at Dallas Cowboys
Seattle Seahawks at Kansas City Chiefs
Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns
Week 4 (Sept. 3-4)
Sept. 3
Arizona Cardinals at Denver Broncos
Sept. 3
Baltimore Ravens at Atlanta Falcons
Cleveland Browns at Chicago Bears
Dallas Cowboys at Minnesota Vikings
Detroit Lions at Buffalo Bills
Green Bay Packers at Tennessee Titans
Sept. 4
Houston Texans at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Indianapolis Colts at Cincinnati Bengals
Kansas City Chiefs at St. Louis Rams
Miami Dolphins at New Orleans Saints
New York Giants at New England Patriots
Oakland Raiders at Seattle Seahawks
Sept. 3
Philadelphia Eagles at New York Jets
Pittsburgh Steelers at Carolina Panthers
San Francisco 49ers at San Diego Chargers
Washington Redskins at Jacksonville Jaguars
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
NFL Commissioner wants longer season
Free-for-all in Cleveland
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Stallworth drove under the influence
Today, it has been reported that Stallworth's blood alcohol level was above the legal limit at the time of the accident. No charges have been laid yet but Stallworth could be charged with DUI manslaughter and could spend a maximum of 15 years in prison.
Friday, March 13, 2009
I act like I'm 8; But I wear 81
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
L.T. stays classy in San Diego
Saturday, March 7, 2009
And the Bills continue to annoy me...
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Bye bye T.O.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Free Agency Update
The Ravens have come to an agreement with LB Ray Lewis after talks of Lewis leaving. The Ravens also signed C Matt Birk.
The Cards and Old Man Winter...I mean QB Kurt Warner have agreed to a 2 year $23 million deal.
The Seahawks signed WR T.J. Houshmanzadeh.
The Bengals signed WR Laveranues Coles to a 4 year $28 million deal.
The Saints re-signed WR Devery Henderson.
The Broncos sighed RB LaMont Jordan.
The Bengals re-signed RB Cedric Benson to 2 year $7 million.
The Bucs signed RB Derrick Ward.
The Redskins released DE/Dancing with the Stars dancer Jason Taylor and it's rumoured the Bucs are looking at him.
The Titans signed WR Nate Washington and DT Jovan Haye.
The Giants signed DE Chris Canty for 6 years $42 million.
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Craziness: Day 2
The Bills signed QB Ryan Fitzpatrick.
The 49ers re-signed LB Takeo Spikes to a 2 year contract.
The Titans re-signed QB Kerry Collins to a 2 year $15 million deal.
The Redskins and their bottomless pockets picked up G Derrick Dockery for 5 years $26 million.
The Eagles traded CB Lito Sheppard to the Jets for a 5th round draft pick and a conditional 2010 pick.
The Broncos signed RBs Cornell Buckhalter and J.J. Arrington.
The Broncos also signed S Brian Dawkins to a 5 year $17 million deal.
The Eagles signed RT Stacy Andrews.
The Giants signed LB Michael Boley to 5 years $25 million.
Apparently the Lions signed WR Bryant Johnson and traded QB Jon Kitna to the Cowboys. No details on either yet though.
Check back later tonight for more updates.
Friday, February 27, 2009
Free Agency
DT Albert Haynesworth shouted, "Give me the money!" and boy did the Redskins comply. He got a 7 year $100 million deal.
The Browns traded TE Kellen Winslow to the Bucs for undisclosed draft picks.
The Texans traded QB Sage Rosenfels to the Vikings for a 4th round draft pick. The Vikings signed Rosenfels to a 2 year $9 million deal. He'll compete with Jackson for the starting job.
The Jets signed LB Bart Scott.
The Pats picked up RB Fred Taylor and TE Chris Baker.
The Colts re-signed C Jeff Saturday .
CB DeAngelo Hall signed with the Redskins for 6 years $54 million.
That's all I've got for now. But I'll keep updating.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Marvin's in or out?
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Save the Buffalo Bill!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
"OK guys this time I mean it..."
Monday, February 9, 2009
Broken ribs & (a lack of) sympathy
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Pro Bowl Day
Monday, February 2, 2009
Congrats to the Steelers
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Super Bowl Sunday!!
So I was trying to decide who to cheer for. I ripped apart both teams pretty bad all season long. But when looking back on my posts this season, I absolutely cannot morally cheer for the Cards. I have such a hate on for the two west divisions that I can't do it. So go Steelers! Plus my Uncle Doug will be disappointed in me if I cheer against the Steelers haha. So here's my letter to Big Ben:
Dear Mr. Roethlisberger,
Please don't get sacked 7 times and blow the game.
Love, Barbie.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
NCAA vs. NFL
So Friday night some friends and I were out and we got into a discussion of what is better: the NCAA or the NFL? After some valid comments, my buddy Luke says "College ball is packed with more action and goodness." Action and goodness...needless to say the discussion ended because no one knew how to reply to that. But I did promise Luke he'd get a quote on my blog for that one so once more ladies and gentlemen:
"College ball is packed with more action and goodness." - Luke Morris
Amazing.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Cards fans need to grow up!
Monday, January 19, 2009
We are the (conference) champions
Ravens @ Steelers - In Roethlisberger's rookie year, he was in Joe Flacco's shoes. A rookie in the AFC Championship game. Unfortunately for Flacco, he didn't play like Big Ben did when Ben was a rookie. Flacco, instead, played like a rookie. Careless mistakes, 3 INTs, 3 sacks...just not a good day for the Ravens offense to get anything going. The Ravens tried to get things going with their running game and McGahee scored 2 TDs before a nasty hit from Steelers safety Ryan Clark left McGahee apparently unconscious on the field with a few minutes left in the game. (Note: from what I've read, McGahee is expected to make a full recovery). The Steelers look like they could be onto their 6th Super Bowl championship which would be the most for any franchise. Although, it could be interesting if Hines Ward remains injured after leaving the game and not returning with a knee injury.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Oh Tony say it ain't so
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Divisional Sunday
Eagles @ Giants - The soaring Eagles continued playing red hot while the Giants just played like they only half showed up. The Giants just couldn't get anything going and were held out of the endzone and to 5 field goal attempts (only 3 were successful). They also couldn't convert 2 crucial 4th downs in the 4th quarter. With the Eagles win today and the Cardinals win yesterday, this is the first time a top 3 seed isn't in the NFC Championship game. Now there is a WTF part to this outcome, the Eagles have to travel to Arizona for the game. That's right the Cardinals get home field advantage...WTF. I'm giving that one to the Eagles.
Chargers @ Steelers - Run Willie run! Willie Parker ran all over the Chargers defense for 146 yds and 2 TDs. The Chargers held on for the 1st half but in the 2nd half the Steelers showed them who's boss. If the Chargers had have won today, all 4 road teams would have upset the home team and that would have been a WTF moment but luckily, the Steelers put the Chargers in their place after breaking my heart last week. Now the Ravens will visit Pittsburgh for the AFC Championship game. I'm feeling a Ravens upset to make it an all-bird Super Bowl.
Divisional WTF: part 1
Cardinals @ Panthers - Now the WTF part. Panthers are 9-0 at home. Kurt Warner and the Cardinals can't play on the East coast (remember that Cards/Pats game). But apparently the Cardinals didn't let geography get in their way. The Cards completely owned the Panthers who were most analysts (and my) Super Bowl favourites. The Panthers had 6 turnovers including 5 INTs from Delhomme. At one point, I think Delhomme actually forgot which team he was playing for. Steve Smith only had 2 receptions and his first one didn't come until the end of the 3rd quarter. Now the Cardinals will face either the Giants in New York or host the Eagles in Arizona...that's right potentially ANOTHER home playoff game for Arizona...is this global warming screwing things up again?
Monday, January 5, 2009
Broken-hearted wild card weekend
Colts @ Chargers - All I have to say is I hate the Broncos for their late season self-destruction which gave the AFC West to the Chargers. And now my little broken heart will weep for days as I pray the Steelers defense makes the Chargers offense cry for help. I swear I'm not bitter at all...
Ravens @ Dolphins - The Ravens defense dominated the Dolphins. The Fins turned the ball over 5 times including 4 INTs from Pennington. It was just ugly. Pennington looked far more like the rookie than Flacco did. Although, I do have to give props to Miami for coming back from last season's pathetic 1-15 finish to winning the AFC East and making the playoffs this season. Ravens meet the Titans on Saturday; should be a good one!
Eagles @ Vikings - The surging Eagles continued to surge with a win in Minnesota, which isn't very surprising. The Eagles will face the reigning Super Bowl champs, the NY Giants, on Sunday in New York. The division rivals should put on pretty good battle.