1. The conference championships are unique in that they are both detested by different people; Anders is not excited about the NFC Title game, but I'm sure you can appreciate what will be in the AFC Title Game- 12-4 Steelers vs. 11-5 Ravens, bitter rivalry, intense games this year, great defenses.
As I've stated before, the AFC game will be painful for me to watch. I'm looking forward to the NFC game, though. On one hand, I'd like to see the Cardinals win because I like a good Cindarella story. However, I think the Eagles have a better chance of beating the AFC team.
2. Here's a personal prediction from me- expect talking heads in the media to proclaim the upcoming AFC Title game as "The Real Super Bowl." They'll disdain the idea of a 9-win team going to Tampa to play for it all.
I think you may be correct, but I don't agree....it's just the media needing something to talk about. I think with the way the NFL is today, there isn't neccesarily a huge difference between 9-10 win teams and 12-13 win teams.
4. If the Big East is the best of the major college basketball conferences, what's the worst?
Out of the major conferences, the PAC-10...but I have an east coast bias
5. Anders shouldn't panic over UNC's two losses; last year, a Kansas team that went on to win the national title lost to a very mediocre Oklahoma State team.
It's all about timing....who gets hot and hits their stride in March.
6. I heard the Broncos are hiring Josh McDaniels as their new head coach, the coordinator of that legendary Pats offense of 2007. Can you imagine what he can do with the likes of Cutler, Marshall, and Royal? All they need is a running back ala Maroney.
I'm still surprised they fired Shannahan.
8. Jim Rice was FINALLY elected to the Hall of Fame. Hard to believe he was held back so long because of his so-called "bad attitude." In a world of T.O. and Pacman, Rice was probably a teddy bear in retrospect!
Where's Bert Blyleven, though.
9. Anyone excited about the NHL All-Star Game?
No. I've actually never watched an NHL game in its entirety.
10. What is going to take for Sandra to post a pic of herself? Do the New York Rangers or Yankees have to win a championship? Does St. John's have to make the NCAA Tournement?
Can you blame her for not wanting to post a pic online where any random psycho could see? Can't be too safe nowadays....
13. Today is Joe Frazier's birthday, and it got me thinking about his legendary "Fight of the Century" with Ali in 1971 It's hard to believe that, once upon a time, boxing title fights were HUGE! Now, the world heavyweight title fights get as much attention and excitement as a Rams/Lions game.
It's a shame. I wonder what/who is to blame....
15. What's the best video game console you have ever played?
I enjoy the Wii, but nothing tops the NES. RBI baseball and Super Tecmo Bowl are classics.
16. What's your favorite cookie?
Chocolate Chip...when they're still hot.
18. How come Mets82 or Sandy don't have an avatar? Come on- show something that reflects your pride in your teams!
I've finally loaded one - - - The Cleveland State Viking. I'd love to see them back in the toruney this year after a 20+ year absence.
21. Which teams do you think could host the NFL Network's Thanksgiving game?
Hopefully a game that is meaningless....I usually can't really watch the night game.
22. What's your favorite candy bar?
3 Musketeers
23. IMO, defensive statistics are sometimes overrated. The number of yards you give up gets a lot of attention, but I mainly care about two things: sacks and takeaways. Look at why the Bengals had the year they had in 2005- they were amazing in terms of turnovers and takeaways!
The Browns seemed to have a lot of takeaways this year.
24. Am I the only one who thinks the movie 'Mean Girls' is fun to watch?
You may be...I feel asleep within the first 20 minutes.
As I've stated before, the AFC game will be painful for me to watch. I'm looking forward to the NFC game, though. On one hand, I'd like to see the Cardinals win because I like a good Cindarella story. However, I think the Eagles have a better chance of beating the AFC team.
2. Here's a personal prediction from me- expect talking heads in the media to proclaim the upcoming AFC Title game as "The Real Super Bowl." They'll disdain the idea of a 9-win team going to Tampa to play for it all.
I think you may be correct, but I don't agree....it's just the media needing something to talk about. I think with the way the NFL is today, there isn't neccesarily a huge difference between 9-10 win teams and 12-13 win teams.
4. If the Big East is the best of the major college basketball conferences, what's the worst?
Out of the major conferences, the PAC-10...but I have an east coast bias
5. Anders shouldn't panic over UNC's two losses; last year, a Kansas team that went on to win the national title lost to a very mediocre Oklahoma State team.
It's all about timing....who gets hot and hits their stride in March.
6. I heard the Broncos are hiring Josh McDaniels as their new head coach, the coordinator of that legendary Pats offense of 2007. Can you imagine what he can do with the likes of Cutler, Marshall, and Royal? All they need is a running back ala Maroney.
I'm still surprised they fired Shannahan.
8. Jim Rice was FINALLY elected to the Hall of Fame. Hard to believe he was held back so long because of his so-called "bad attitude." In a world of T.O. and Pacman, Rice was probably a teddy bear in retrospect!
Where's Bert Blyleven, though.
9. Anyone excited about the NHL All-Star Game?
No. I've actually never watched an NHL game in its entirety.
10. What is going to take for Sandra to post a pic of herself? Do the New York Rangers or Yankees have to win a championship? Does St. John's have to make the NCAA Tournement?
Can you blame her for not wanting to post a pic online where any random psycho could see? Can't be too safe nowadays....
13. Today is Joe Frazier's birthday, and it got me thinking about his legendary "Fight of the Century" with Ali in 1971 It's hard to believe that, once upon a time, boxing title fights were HUGE! Now, the world heavyweight title fights get as much attention and excitement as a Rams/Lions game.
It's a shame. I wonder what/who is to blame....
15. What's the best video game console you have ever played?
I enjoy the Wii, but nothing tops the NES. RBI baseball and Super Tecmo Bowl are classics.
16. What's your favorite cookie?
Chocolate Chip...when they're still hot.
18. How come Mets82 or Sandy don't have an avatar? Come on- show something that reflects your pride in your teams!
I've finally loaded one - - - The Cleveland State Viking. I'd love to see them back in the toruney this year after a 20+ year absence.
21. Which teams do you think could host the NFL Network's Thanksgiving game?
Hopefully a game that is meaningless....I usually can't really watch the night game.
22. What's your favorite candy bar?
3 Musketeers
23. IMO, defensive statistics are sometimes overrated. The number of yards you give up gets a lot of attention, but I mainly care about two things: sacks and takeaways. Look at why the Bengals had the year they had in 2005- they were amazing in terms of turnovers and takeaways!
The Browns seemed to have a lot of takeaways this year.
24. Am I the only one who thinks the movie 'Mean Girls' is fun to watch?
You may be...I feel asleep within the first 20 minutes.
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