Sorry for the delay it's been a busy month so far!!
While I was gone:
The Packers have gone 2-1 and won two impressive games against the Texans and Rams. Aaron Rodgers appears to be back on track and is silencing anyone who possibly doubted him this year.
The Gophers have begun their inevitable yearly slide after hitting B1G play. They're now 4-3 on the year and face Purdue this weekend in a definitely winnable game. Philip Nelson did look good at times last week against Wisconsin, but its too bad that his redshirt had to be taken for him to get the chance.
Oregon has kept on steamrolling opposition, and is now 6-0 for the year and #2 in the AP poll, and #4 in the BCS poll. Despite big wins they've continued to drop against Pac-12 opposition. They have a few big tests left this year and those should be the games that push them back into the championship game.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Monday, October 1, 2012
October 1, 2012
College Football: Week 5
Iowa 31, Minnesota 13 - F
Well, we finally suffered our first loss of the year, and did it in hideous fashion. The offense mustered only 75 total yards in the first half and didn't post points until the 3rd quarter. Max Shortell, who had played so well prior to this game, looked completely unable to handle the hostile crowd at Kinnick Stadium. It was definitely a disappointing B1G start for the Gophers. We're now on a bye week before taking on Northwestern for homecoming.
#2 Oregon 51, Washington St. 26 - F
After a slow start the Ducks once again blew out their opponent. Kenjon Barner had 4 TDs as the offense ran rampant in the second half. The Ducks are now up to #2 in the country and control their own BCS destiny.
Other Notables
#9 West Virginia 70, #25 Baylor 63 - F
Washington 17, #8 Stanford 13 - F
NFL: Week 4
Saints 27
Packers 28 - F
The Pack rebounded from the atrocious Monday night call to edge out the Saints and get back to .500 on the season. Aaron Rodgers finally returned to MVP form, throwing 4 TDs and leading the go-ahead score late in the 4th quarter.
Patriots 52
Bills 28 - F
49ers 34
Jets 0 - F
Raiders 6
Broncos 37 - F
Iowa 31, Minnesota 13 - F
Well, we finally suffered our first loss of the year, and did it in hideous fashion. The offense mustered only 75 total yards in the first half and didn't post points until the 3rd quarter. Max Shortell, who had played so well prior to this game, looked completely unable to handle the hostile crowd at Kinnick Stadium. It was definitely a disappointing B1G start for the Gophers. We're now on a bye week before taking on Northwestern for homecoming.
#2 Oregon 51, Washington St. 26 - F
After a slow start the Ducks once again blew out their opponent. Kenjon Barner had 4 TDs as the offense ran rampant in the second half. The Ducks are now up to #2 in the country and control their own BCS destiny.
Other Notables
#9 West Virginia 70, #25 Baylor 63 - F
Stat Line of the Day
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| Geno Smith's line vs Baylor |
NFL: Week 4
Saints 27
Packers 28 - F
The Pack rebounded from the atrocious Monday night call to edge out the Saints and get back to .500 on the season. Aaron Rodgers finally returned to MVP form, throwing 4 TDs and leading the go-ahead score late in the 4th quarter.
Bills 28 - F
49ers 34
Jets 0 - F
Raiders 6
Broncos 37 - F
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
September 25, 2012
September 25, 2012
Rightfully so, there is only one thing that will consume the sports world for the foreseeable future: the horrible MNF game between the Packers and Seahawks, and how this referee lockout has gone too far. I've been a lifelong Packer and football fan, and I'm fairly sure I always will be. Never before have I ever questioned my love for either, but last night was the first time I've ever doubted the game of football, and more specifically, the NFL. This was arguably the first time that a ruling by the replacements has actually decided the outcome of a game, and it may finally be the straw that breaks the camels back in relation to the referee lockout. The part that makes me the most angry is not that the Packers lost (though that does hurt a lot) and were screwed out of a hard fought win, it's more that the NFL can accept what has happened in games this season, especially last night, and not feel any emotion that would compel it to get a deal done with the former referees. They've showed no desire to make the process easy and the longer they wait, the easier it will be for them to negotiate a better deal for themselves, granted the replacements don't get worse. (which has happened so far) As long as the revenue stream for the NFL isn't affected, why would they try to get a deal done? The league is as popular as ever and that doesn't look to change, in spite of the chaos raging. If anything, it actually gives the NFL even more publicity, if that's possible. The NFL is once again showing itself to be a cash grabbing, fan stomping monster, and cares nothing for the INTEGRITY of the game which it so endears itself to. That's troubling as well, as the integrity of the NFL / football is at stake amongst this firestorm and they've done nothing except hand down fines to coaches who've stepped out of line. And even more frustrating is that there's little fans can do about it, save a wholesale boycott of the league and its revenue streams, (that fans can affect) namely ticket sales, merchandise sales, and TV viewership. Fans can't affect TV deals or sponsorships (the ones that make the big bucks) so while the NFL would potentially feel this drop in revenue, it would most likely be fine in the end. The NFL has worked hard to restore its image after the summer 2011 lockout, and this is definitely posing a setback in terms of fan relations and quality of games. I won't be doing an NFL recap this week, as I'm unwilling at this time to support the NFL until they show some remorse or intention to change the way this season is going.
College Football Week 4
Minnesota 17, Syracuse 14 - F
The Gophers held on to defeat Syracuse at the Bank to move to 4-0 on the young season and put themselves in good position going into B1G season. Max Shortell wasn't quite as good as he was the previous game, but still did enough in the passing game to move the offense down the field. This week we head to Iowa City to play Iowa in the Floyd of Rosedale game. I'll be going to this game as well, so I'm expecting a good atmosphere and a pretty fun weekend.
#3 Oregon 42, #22 Arizona 0 - F
The Ducks overcame a slow start to lay down a beatdown on the Wildcats in Eugene. What was also interesting is that the D stole the show in this game, completely shutting down the Wildcats offense and eventually giving the offense the drives it needed to run up the score.
Rightfully so, there is only one thing that will consume the sports world for the foreseeable future: the horrible MNF game between the Packers and Seahawks, and how this referee lockout has gone too far. I've been a lifelong Packer and football fan, and I'm fairly sure I always will be. Never before have I ever questioned my love for either, but last night was the first time I've ever doubted the game of football, and more specifically, the NFL. This was arguably the first time that a ruling by the replacements has actually decided the outcome of a game, and it may finally be the straw that breaks the camels back in relation to the referee lockout. The part that makes me the most angry is not that the Packers lost (though that does hurt a lot) and were screwed out of a hard fought win, it's more that the NFL can accept what has happened in games this season, especially last night, and not feel any emotion that would compel it to get a deal done with the former referees. They've showed no desire to make the process easy and the longer they wait, the easier it will be for them to negotiate a better deal for themselves, granted the replacements don't get worse. (which has happened so far) As long as the revenue stream for the NFL isn't affected, why would they try to get a deal done? The league is as popular as ever and that doesn't look to change, in spite of the chaos raging. If anything, it actually gives the NFL even more publicity, if that's possible. The NFL is once again showing itself to be a cash grabbing, fan stomping monster, and cares nothing for the INTEGRITY of the game which it so endears itself to. That's troubling as well, as the integrity of the NFL / football is at stake amongst this firestorm and they've done nothing except hand down fines to coaches who've stepped out of line. And even more frustrating is that there's little fans can do about it, save a wholesale boycott of the league and its revenue streams, (that fans can affect) namely ticket sales, merchandise sales, and TV viewership. Fans can't affect TV deals or sponsorships (the ones that make the big bucks) so while the NFL would potentially feel this drop in revenue, it would most likely be fine in the end. The NFL has worked hard to restore its image after the summer 2011 lockout, and this is definitely posing a setback in terms of fan relations and quality of games. I won't be doing an NFL recap this week, as I'm unwilling at this time to support the NFL until they show some remorse or intention to change the way this season is going.
College Football Week 4
Minnesota 17, Syracuse 14 - F
The Gophers held on to defeat Syracuse at the Bank to move to 4-0 on the young season and put themselves in good position going into B1G season. Max Shortell wasn't quite as good as he was the previous game, but still did enough in the passing game to move the offense down the field. This week we head to Iowa City to play Iowa in the Floyd of Rosedale game. I'll be going to this game as well, so I'm expecting a good atmosphere and a pretty fun weekend.
#3 Oregon 42, #22 Arizona 0 - F
The Ducks overcame a slow start to lay down a beatdown on the Wildcats in Eugene. What was also interesting is that the D stole the show in this game, completely shutting down the Wildcats offense and eventually giving the offense the drives it needed to run up the score.
Sunday, September 16, 2012
September 16, 2012
College Football: Week 3
Minnesota 28, Western Michigan 23 - F
The Gophers are up to 3-0 after holding on to defeat Western Michigan at the Bank. It was a costly win as Marqueis Gray went down with what is being called a high ankle sprain. Max Shortell came into the game and played quite well in relief, throwing 2 TDs to AJ Barker in the first half. Shortell completely changes the offense for the Gophers, as he's much more of a standard pocket passing QB, but he does still have scrambling abilities and this could end up being a blessing in disguise for Minnesota.
Other Notables
#4 Oregon 63, Tennessee Tech 14 - F
My Ducks cruise again and are now up to #3 in the rankings after USC went down, they now control their own BCS destiny.
#1 Alabama 52, Arkansas 0 - F
NFL: Week 2
Bears 10
Packers 23 - F
The Pack rebounded nicely against the Bears on Thursday at Lambeau Field. The defense totaled 7 sacks and 4 picks of Jay Cutler, who looked frustrated and distraught throughout the game. What was troubling again is that the offense was held in check for stretches of the game as well, though this could be attributed to the high level of the defenses faced so far. In fact, the only Packers TD of the first half was a fake field goal where punter Tim Masthay pitched the ball to backup TE Tom Crabtree.
Other Notables
Cardinals 20
Patriots 18 - F
Major upset as the Patriots fall at home to the lowly Cardinals. Aaron Hernandez was also lost with an apparent ankle injury in the game.
Ravens 23
Eagles 24 - F
Buccaneers 34
Giants 41 - F
Minnesota 28, Western Michigan 23 - F
The Gophers are up to 3-0 after holding on to defeat Western Michigan at the Bank. It was a costly win as Marqueis Gray went down with what is being called a high ankle sprain. Max Shortell came into the game and played quite well in relief, throwing 2 TDs to AJ Barker in the first half. Shortell completely changes the offense for the Gophers, as he's much more of a standard pocket passing QB, but he does still have scrambling abilities and this could end up being a blessing in disguise for Minnesota.
Other Notables
#4 Oregon 63, Tennessee Tech 14 - F
My Ducks cruise again and are now up to #3 in the rankings after USC went down, they now control their own BCS destiny.
#1 Alabama 52, Arkansas 0 - F
NFL: Week 2
Bears 10
Packers 23 - F
The Pack rebounded nicely against the Bears on Thursday at Lambeau Field. The defense totaled 7 sacks and 4 picks of Jay Cutler, who looked frustrated and distraught throughout the game. What was troubling again is that the offense was held in check for stretches of the game as well, though this could be attributed to the high level of the defenses faced so far. In fact, the only Packers TD of the first half was a fake field goal where punter Tim Masthay pitched the ball to backup TE Tom Crabtree.
Cardinals 20
Patriots 18 - F
Major upset as the Patriots fall at home to the lowly Cardinals. Aaron Hernandez was also lost with an apparent ankle injury in the game.
Ravens 23
Eagles 24 - F
Buccaneers 34
Giants 41 - F
Stat Line of the Day
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| CJ Spiller's line vs the Chiefs |
Sunday, September 9, 2012
September 9, 2012
College Football Week 2
Minnesota 44, New Hampshire 7 - F
The Gophers run their record to 2-0 after a drubbing of the Wildcats in Minneapolis. It was a pretty entertaining game throughout and the constant wind made it fairly cool out as well, because I wore pants. Marqueis Gray totaled 4 TDs and showed why he's the focal point of the Gophers offense. 3-0 looks in reach when we take on Western Michigan next week.
#4 Oregon 42, Fresno St. 25 - F
The Ducks rolled again over a cupcake opponent. Once again Kenjon Barner and De'Anthony Thomas ran roughshod over the opposing defense and showed that the Ducks offense has lost nothing since last year. Tennessee Tech awaits.
Other Notables:
Oregon St. 10, #13 Wisconsin 7 - F
#6 Florida St. 55, Savannah St. 0 - F
Louisiana-Monroe 34, #8 Arkansas 31 - F/OT
NFL Week 1
The NFL is back, I'll comment on the Packer game every week as well as some other notable games.
49ers 30
Packers 22 - F
Alex Smith and the Niners offense made the Packers D look just as they did last year, getting torched over and over again. They also managed to stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Packers O for most of the game, including a CRITICAL late-game interception that allowed the 49ers to score and go up by 15, when the Packers had finally gained the momentum, it effectively ended the game. Randall Cobb had a spectacular game, accumulating 9 receptions for 77 yards, along with 73 kick return yards and 80 punt return yards, for a total of 230 yards. This could be the coming out party for the beginning of a spectacular young star, he was routinely the most exciting player on the field for the Pack. Clay Matthews and the defense totaled 3 sacks, but the pass coverage was still full of holes and made Alex Smith look like an MVP candidate.
Redskins 40
Saints 32 - F
Robert Griffin III looked spectacular in his rookie debut, throwing for 320 yards and 2 TDs. This could be the beginning of a disappointing season for the Saints, as Drew Brees completed less than 50% of his passes.
Bills 28
Jets 48 - F
Falcons 40
Chiefs 24 - F
Minnesota 44, New Hampshire 7 - F
The Gophers run their record to 2-0 after a drubbing of the Wildcats in Minneapolis. It was a pretty entertaining game throughout and the constant wind made it fairly cool out as well, because I wore pants. Marqueis Gray totaled 4 TDs and showed why he's the focal point of the Gophers offense. 3-0 looks in reach when we take on Western Michigan next week.
#4 Oregon 42, Fresno St. 25 - F
The Ducks rolled again over a cupcake opponent. Once again Kenjon Barner and De'Anthony Thomas ran roughshod over the opposing defense and showed that the Ducks offense has lost nothing since last year. Tennessee Tech awaits.
Other Notables:
Oregon St. 10, #13 Wisconsin 7 - F
#6 Florida St. 55, Savannah St. 0 - F
Louisiana-Monroe 34, #8 Arkansas 31 - F/OT
NFL Week 1
The NFL is back, I'll comment on the Packer game every week as well as some other notable games.
49ers 30
Packers 22 - F
Alex Smith and the Niners offense made the Packers D look just as they did last year, getting torched over and over again. They also managed to stifle Aaron Rodgers and the Packers O for most of the game, including a CRITICAL late-game interception that allowed the 49ers to score and go up by 15, when the Packers had finally gained the momentum, it effectively ended the game. Randall Cobb had a spectacular game, accumulating 9 receptions for 77 yards, along with 73 kick return yards and 80 punt return yards, for a total of 230 yards. This could be the coming out party for the beginning of a spectacular young star, he was routinely the most exciting player on the field for the Pack. Clay Matthews and the defense totaled 3 sacks, but the pass coverage was still full of holes and made Alex Smith look like an MVP candidate.
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| 49ers - Packers Overview |
Saints 32 - F
Robert Griffin III looked spectacular in his rookie debut, throwing for 320 yards and 2 TDs. This could be the beginning of a disappointing season for the Saints, as Drew Brees completed less than 50% of his passes.
Bills 28
Jets 48 - F
Falcons 40
Chiefs 24 - F
Stat Line of the Day
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| Matt Ryan's line vs Kansas City |
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