With a Week 16 win versus the San Francisco 49ers, the St. Louis Rams are a step away from winning the NFC West, something they have not accomplished since 2003. The only obstacle in the Rams' way is division rival Seattle Seahawks.
With a win next week, at Seattle, the Rams will end the season at 8-8. That task won't be an easy one - Qwest Field has been tough on opposing teams, and the Rams are well aware of this.
But Sam Bradford will lead the Rams to victory. He has shown to be able to handle adversity well in his young career.
And the QB position is probably the reason the Rams have a better chance of winning. Seattle has question marks at the position, with veteran Matt Hasselbeck being closer to the end of his career.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
Dodgers' LF Situation
The Dodgers have sought after a big bat to play in a left field platoon with Jay Gibbons. Their first choice was Bill Hall, formerly of the Boston Red Sox.
Bill Hall has signed with the Houston Astros, so the Dodgers' first pick at LF was taken away. The other free agents in their radar are Marcus Thames and the Hairston brothers, Scott and Jerry.
Thames makes sense; he hits right handed and has some pop. Scott Hairston has less pop in his bat, and Jerry has none at all.
If anything, Dodgers should sign Thames. He has the power the club is looking for. The Hairston's are bench players, which the team has in outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr.
Jay Gibbons is capable of handling himself in left field. The team should allow him to prove himself.
Bill Hall has signed with the Houston Astros, so the Dodgers' first pick at LF was taken away. The other free agents in their radar are Marcus Thames and the Hairston brothers, Scott and Jerry.
Thames makes sense; he hits right handed and has some pop. Scott Hairston has less pop in his bat, and Jerry has none at all.
If anything, Dodgers should sign Thames. He has the power the club is looking for. The Hairston's are bench players, which the team has in outfielder Tony Gwynn Jr.
Jay Gibbons is capable of handling himself in left field. The team should allow him to prove himself.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
What is Going on in L.A.
Lakers
L.A. Lakers just traded guard Sasha "The Machine" Vujacic and their 2011 first round pick to the New Jersey - soon to be the Brooklyn New Yorkers??? - Nets for power foward Joe Smith and a pair of second round picks in a three team trade. The third team is the Houston Rockets.
Now, what the hell were the Lakers thinking? Joe Smith? I know they didn't really need Sasha, so it was probably a move just to get him out of here. But what about the fist rounder?
Dodgers
The Dodgers signed catcher Dioner Navarro to back up Rod Barajas. They have also signed pitcher Vicente Padilla to the swingman role out of the bullpen. And just today, word is they are on the verge of signing right-handed reliever Matt Guerrier to a three-year deal worth $12 million.
I don't think this is enough to catapult them into the postseason. Barajas is not a long term solution to the Dodgers' backstop. They signed Navarro believing he can be the solution, but Navarro is not any better than former catcher Russell Martin. Actually, he is worse. The Dodgers also lack the "big bat" in left field. I advocated Adam Dunn, but we saw the Dodgers didn't even give him a look. Bill Hall? Really?
L.A. Lakers just traded guard Sasha "The Machine" Vujacic and their 2011 first round pick to the New Jersey - soon to be the Brooklyn New Yorkers??? - Nets for power foward Joe Smith and a pair of second round picks in a three team trade. The third team is the Houston Rockets.
Now, what the hell were the Lakers thinking? Joe Smith? I know they didn't really need Sasha, so it was probably a move just to get him out of here. But what about the fist rounder?
Dodgers
The Dodgers signed catcher Dioner Navarro to back up Rod Barajas. They have also signed pitcher Vicente Padilla to the swingman role out of the bullpen. And just today, word is they are on the verge of signing right-handed reliever Matt Guerrier to a three-year deal worth $12 million.
I don't think this is enough to catapult them into the postseason. Barajas is not a long term solution to the Dodgers' backstop. They signed Navarro believing he can be the solution, but Navarro is not any better than former catcher Russell Martin. Actually, he is worse. The Dodgers also lack the "big bat" in left field. I advocated Adam Dunn, but we saw the Dodgers didn't even give him a look. Bill Hall? Really?
Thursday, December 2, 2010
4 in a row??? Damn Lakers
It has been nearly three years since the Lakers lost four consecutive games. They just achieved that undesirable feat again when they dropped Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets.
I personally thought the recent skid was not a huge issue; they were getting tired. I thought the Lakers would bounce back and turn the boat around and head to the right direction.
The games the Lakers have dropped have something in common; the Lakers lose the lead and cannot recover, or try to recover it when it is too late.
The defense has been terrible. They are allowing too many points to teams that don't really have a scoring catalyst.
Pau Gasol also struggled in Wednesday's game, scoring 8 points. He'll have to be spot on for the Lakers to get out of this rut.
The Lakers have to get their shit together.
I bid you all farewell.
I personally thought the recent skid was not a huge issue; they were getting tired. I thought the Lakers would bounce back and turn the boat around and head to the right direction.
The games the Lakers have dropped have something in common; the Lakers lose the lead and cannot recover, or try to recover it when it is too late.
The defense has been terrible. They are allowing too many points to teams that don't really have a scoring catalyst.
Pau Gasol also struggled in Wednesday's game, scoring 8 points. He'll have to be spot on for the Lakers to get out of this rut.
The Lakers have to get their shit together.
I bid you all farewell.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Uribe, a Dodger
Just got word about the Dodgers closing in on a 3-year deal with ex-Giant Juan Uribe. Uribe would fill in the void at 2nd base.
Uribe, who had 24 HRs last season, will add some pop at 2nd base, something the infield overall doesn't have. Casey Blake had the most HRs out of all of the Dodger infielders with 17).
Uribe can also play shortstop and 3rd base. ESPN anylists think he'll eventually take Casey Blake's spot at 3rd.
Another plus about the possible deal is that the Dodgers will be weakening their divsion rival, and World Series Champs, the San Francisco Giants. He was a vital piece of their World Series win.
Even though Uribe adds some power, I would still like the addition of a power bat at left field. The logical free agents Carl Crawford and Jayson Werth are out of the Dodgers budget, so Adam Dunn is the best choice; he does have more power than either of the two.
I bid you all farewell.
Uribe, who had 24 HRs last season, will add some pop at 2nd base, something the infield overall doesn't have. Casey Blake had the most HRs out of all of the Dodger infielders with 17).
Uribe can also play shortstop and 3rd base. ESPN anylists think he'll eventually take Casey Blake's spot at 3rd.
Another plus about the possible deal is that the Dodgers will be weakening their divsion rival, and World Series Champs, the San Francisco Giants. He was a vital piece of their World Series win.
Even though Uribe adds some power, I would still like the addition of a power bat at left field. The logical free agents Carl Crawford and Jayson Werth are out of the Dodgers budget, so Adam Dunn is the best choice; he does have more power than either of the two.
I bid you all farewell.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Dodgers Strengthening Their Starting Five
Happy Black Friday!!! I woke up today feeling wonderful; I got a lil' tipsy last night but didn't wake up with a hangover, so it is all good.
When I first go on the Mac, I check my twitter. This time around, I saw #Garland was trending in L.A. I looked it up & saw that the Dodgers signed him to a one-year deal, with a possible second year.
Jon Garland is is a good starter. He eats up innings, something the Dodgers need since they over-use their relievers. He went 14-12 last season with a 3.46 ERA, one more win than the most on the Dodgers (Kershaw had 13).
This acquisition gives the Dodgers a formidable rotation: Clayton Kershaw (13-10, 2.91 ERA in 2010), Chad Billingsley (12-11, 3.57 ERA), Ted Lilly (10-12, 3.62 ERA), Hiroki Kuroda (10-13, 3.39 ERA), and now Jon Garland.
The most attractive stat here is that all had an ERA in the mid 3's or lower.
This now gives the Dodgers a legit starting five, something they haven't had in years - seriously, I've been a dodger fan for over the last decade and I cannot remember there being a more solid rotation.
All the Dodgers need is a power-hitting left fielder. Adam Dunn anyone???
I bid you all farewell.
When I first go on the Mac, I check my twitter. This time around, I saw #Garland was trending in L.A. I looked it up & saw that the Dodgers signed him to a one-year deal, with a possible second year.
Jon Garland is is a good starter. He eats up innings, something the Dodgers need since they over-use their relievers. He went 14-12 last season with a 3.46 ERA, one more win than the most on the Dodgers (Kershaw had 13).
This acquisition gives the Dodgers a formidable rotation: Clayton Kershaw (13-10, 2.91 ERA in 2010), Chad Billingsley (12-11, 3.57 ERA), Ted Lilly (10-12, 3.62 ERA), Hiroki Kuroda (10-13, 3.39 ERA), and now Jon Garland.
The most attractive stat here is that all had an ERA in the mid 3's or lower.
This now gives the Dodgers a legit starting five, something they haven't had in years - seriously, I've been a dodger fan for over the last decade and I cannot remember there being a more solid rotation.
All the Dodgers need is a power-hitting left fielder. Adam Dunn anyone???
I bid you all farewell.
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
L.A. Lakers
I'm back!!!!!! Sorry I've been really busy with school & have been dealin' with personal demons. I'm okay though, and that's what matters
Now, lets talk about the Los Angeles Lakers. They are second in the Western Conference at the moment (12-2) behind San Antonio (12-1).
The biggest surprise isn't their record - I don't give a fuck that they are a 1/2 game behind the damn Spurs, 12-2 is still beasty - but the person who has been leading the team. Of course Kobe is and will be the team's superstar, but PF-C Pau Gasol has been ridiculously good.
Pau has averaged 22.8 point per game (PPG), 12.1 rebounds per game (RPG), 4.1 assists per game (APG), and 1.7 blocks per game (BPG). That's crazy-good when you you look at its entirety. So we can compare, Kobe averaging 25.6 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 4.8 APG, and .2 BPG (but lets remember Kobe is a guard & really shouldn't blocking shots).
Pau is a fuckin' beast. Ther's no other way to explain it. If the Laker's repeat, it will have to do to a lot with Mr. Gasol.
Other Lakers stepping it up: Shannon Brown (11.1 PPG) and Lamar Odom (14.6). I'm not surprised about L.O.; I know he can out these numbers up. The surprise here is Shannon. He really stepped up, especially with his perimeter shooting with 51% so far this season.
I bid you all farewell.
Now, lets talk about the Los Angeles Lakers. They are second in the Western Conference at the moment (12-2) behind San Antonio (12-1).
The biggest surprise isn't their record - I don't give a fuck that they are a 1/2 game behind the damn Spurs, 12-2 is still beasty - but the person who has been leading the team. Of course Kobe is and will be the team's superstar, but PF-C Pau Gasol has been ridiculously good.
Pau has averaged 22.8 point per game (PPG), 12.1 rebounds per game (RPG), 4.1 assists per game (APG), and 1.7 blocks per game (BPG). That's crazy-good when you you look at its entirety. So we can compare, Kobe averaging 25.6 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 4.8 APG, and .2 BPG (but lets remember Kobe is a guard & really shouldn't blocking shots).
Pau is a fuckin' beast. Ther's no other way to explain it. If the Laker's repeat, it will have to do to a lot with Mr. Gasol.
Other Lakers stepping it up: Shannon Brown (11.1 PPG) and Lamar Odom (14.6). I'm not surprised about L.O.; I know he can out these numbers up. The surprise here is Shannon. He really stepped up, especially with his perimeter shooting with 51% so far this season.
I bid you all farewell.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Concerned About Kobe Bryant's Knee?
Not I. I'm not concerned about Kobe Bryant's knee, which is recovering from off-season surgery. He's just recovering from the atrophy - weakness - caused by the surgery. He'll be fine come start the season.
Many NBA pundits have expressed concern over his preseason play - Bryant is 16-53 on the field - and if it was any other player, I would be shitting it too. But, must I remind you all that this is Kobe! Dude doesn't need to play good right now. He knows how to turn the light switch on. Plus, he finds other ways to score; he did, by the way, get 18 points versus Denver, most of which came via the free throw line. and he got 19 versus the Utah Jazz with only three points attained via free throws.
So chill muthafuckas. Kobe will be fine. Let him dust himself off, tighten a few loose bolts. And once he does, it will be on like Donkey Kong!
What people should be talking about is Pau Gasol. Dude is getting it in right now. he amassed 28 points against the Jazz. He's 30-64 on the preseason, which is still under his career average 53 percent.
The Lakers will be fine; don't stress out about little things of no importance.
I bid you all farewell.
Many NBA pundits have expressed concern over his preseason play - Bryant is 16-53 on the field - and if it was any other player, I would be shitting it too. But, must I remind you all that this is Kobe! Dude doesn't need to play good right now. He knows how to turn the light switch on. Plus, he finds other ways to score; he did, by the way, get 18 points versus Denver, most of which came via the free throw line. and he got 19 versus the Utah Jazz with only three points attained via free throws.
So chill muthafuckas. Kobe will be fine. Let him dust himself off, tighten a few loose bolts. And once he does, it will be on like Donkey Kong!
What people should be talking about is Pau Gasol. Dude is getting it in right now. he amassed 28 points against the Jazz. He's 30-64 on the preseason, which is still under his career average 53 percent.
The Lakers will be fine; don't stress out about little things of no importance.
I bid you all farewell.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Rams Beat Chargers
Are the Rams a legitimate team? Or are the Chargers just falling off? Either way, I'm happy as a muthafucka. The Rams reached their 3-year win total (3) in six games. That's clear signs of an improved team.
The defense played aggressively good; when's the last time we said that? Not even when Lovie Smith was our defensive coordinator, and he ran a pretty fuckin' good defense. I cannot recall the last time the D got seven sacks. It's been a while since we've had a pass rush who can create such havoc. Our front four hasn't been this good in ages, probably since Grant Wistrom and Leonard Little. They racked up five sacks: one by DT Fred Robbins, and four by DE's Chris Long & James Hall, two each. The resident ballhawk, O.J. Atogwe, got an interception too.
Sam Bradford on offense is a blessing. He turned undrafted - was on the practice squad last week - rookie wide receiver Danario Alexander into a legitimate receiving threat, at least for that game. He had four catches for 72 yards and a TD. Having Steven Jackson run the ball makes things a lot easier also. He amassed 109 yards with a TD.
The defense played aggressively good; when's the last time we said that? Not even when Lovie Smith was our defensive coordinator, and he ran a pretty fuckin' good defense. I cannot recall the last time the D got seven sacks. It's been a while since we've had a pass rush who can create such havoc. Our front four hasn't been this good in ages, probably since Grant Wistrom and Leonard Little. They racked up five sacks: one by DT Fred Robbins, and four by DE's Chris Long & James Hall, two each. The resident ballhawk, O.J. Atogwe, got an interception too.
Sam Bradford on offense is a blessing. He turned undrafted - was on the practice squad last week - rookie wide receiver Danario Alexander into a legitimate receiving threat, at least for that game. He had four catches for 72 yards and a TD. Having Steven Jackson run the ball makes things a lot easier also. He amassed 109 yards with a TD.
Friday, October 15, 2010
The Lingerie Football League
I'm back from my hiatus. Let's get get this shit rollin'.
I know, I know. Women's sports is typically considered a joke to most men. I, too, was one of these "dudes" that ridiculed women's sports. So when I heard MTV was going to air Lingerie Football, I chuckled. Women playing football, ha ha. Aren't they going to be scared they might break a nail? Hey, at least I get some eye-candy out of the situation. Boy was I wrong.
These chicks hit, and they hit HARD! I was so shocked when I saw the big hits. Plus, they're practically IN lingerie so you know how painful that shit is. I saw more big hits in that 30 minute episode than I see in most NFL games. And they're GIRLS! These ladies are athletes. They run the ball with intensity. They play the game with a passion, and that's all I ask of athletes. I'd gladly watch a Lingerie Football game again. Plus, they're WAY more better looking than their male counterparts lol.
I bid you all farewell.
I know, I know. Women's sports is typically considered a joke to most men. I, too, was one of these "dudes" that ridiculed women's sports. So when I heard MTV was going to air Lingerie Football, I chuckled. Women playing football, ha ha. Aren't they going to be scared they might break a nail? Hey, at least I get some eye-candy out of the situation. Boy was I wrong.
These chicks hit, and they hit HARD! I was so shocked when I saw the big hits. Plus, they're practically IN lingerie so you know how painful that shit is. I saw more big hits in that 30 minute episode than I see in most NFL games. And they're GIRLS! These ladies are athletes. They run the ball with intensity. They play the game with a passion, and that's all I ask of athletes. I'd gladly watch a Lingerie Football game again. Plus, they're WAY more better looking than their male counterparts lol.
I bid you all farewell.
Monday, September 27, 2010
STL Rams: ALL WE DO IS WIN, WIN, WIN!!!!!!!
WE DID IT RAMS NATION!!!!!!!!
We won! We beat Donovan McNabb! We overpowered a pretty good defense! And most importantly, our rookie QB is looking pretty damn good. We finally had balance on offense; Supa Sam Bradford threw for 235 yards with a TD and an INT. Steven Jackson finally got in the end-zone, along with 58 yards on 10 carries, before straining his groin (Blogger's Sidenote: I don't know how bad that feels but i bet it hurts like a motherfucker). Even Kenneth "Mr. I got-knocked-the-fuck-out-by-a-referee " Darby did well, rushing 49 yards with a TD.
Defense did their shit too. They got stops in situations where the Redskins could have certainly gotten more. And we created turnovers also!
Only criticism I have is what in the fucking world happened at the end of the 1st half? We were inside the 10-yard line for almost the whole 2 minutes and we couldn't even get a damn FG?? I digress though. We won, and that's what really matters.
I'm ecstatic about the win. So much that this is all I'm writing.
I bid you all farewell.
We won! We beat Donovan McNabb! We overpowered a pretty good defense! And most importantly, our rookie QB is looking pretty damn good. We finally had balance on offense; Supa Sam Bradford threw for 235 yards with a TD and an INT. Steven Jackson finally got in the end-zone, along with 58 yards on 10 carries, before straining his groin (Blogger's Sidenote: I don't know how bad that feels but i bet it hurts like a motherfucker). Even Kenneth "Mr. I got-knocked-the-fuck-out-by-a-referee " Darby did well, rushing 49 yards with a TD.
Defense did their shit too. They got stops in situations where the Redskins could have certainly gotten more. And we created turnovers also!
Only criticism I have is what in the fucking world happened at the end of the 1st half? We were inside the 10-yard line for almost the whole 2 minutes and we couldn't even get a damn FG?? I digress though. We won, and that's what really matters.
I'm ecstatic about the win. So much that this is all I'm writing.
I bid you all farewell.
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Denver's Kenny McKinley
I'm guessing you all are aware of what occurred this past weekend. Denver Broncos WR Kenny McKinley was found dead in is Centennial home. Police said it was an apparent suicide caused a self inflicted gun shot.
McKinley, a two-year pro, did have reason to be depressed; he was put on Injured Reserve for the second time in two years. Both his seasons have been cut short. Yes it's unfortunate, but not enough to end your own life. Plus, according to his head coach, Josh McDaniels, he was always an optimistic person.
McKinley also had a 2-year-old son, Keon. I doubt he'd disregard his son, his own flesh and blood. Something seemed a bit fishy from the beginning to me.
So today i read an article on the NFL website with his former teammate, D.J. Johnson. He said "somebody did something to him" and I concur. Reports I've read never discussed anything about discovering the gun, or discovering McKinley's prints on the gun.
I'm not a expert on criminal justice or anything, but I believe the police in this case just took the easy route. Let's find out what really happened.
I bid you all farewell.
McKinley, a two-year pro, did have reason to be depressed; he was put on Injured Reserve for the second time in two years. Both his seasons have been cut short. Yes it's unfortunate, but not enough to end your own life. Plus, according to his head coach, Josh McDaniels, he was always an optimistic person.
McKinley also had a 2-year-old son, Keon. I doubt he'd disregard his son, his own flesh and blood. Something seemed a bit fishy from the beginning to me.
So today i read an article on the NFL website with his former teammate, D.J. Johnson. He said "somebody did something to him" and I concur. Reports I've read never discussed anything about discovering the gun, or discovering McKinley's prints on the gun.
I'm not a expert on criminal justice or anything, but I believe the police in this case just took the easy route. Let's find out what really happened.
I bid you all farewell.
Dodgers Ownership Up in The Air
So I was listening to "The Herd" on ESPN radio while driving to school the other day. They were talking about Joe Torre resigning from the Dodgers. His reasons: frustration with the team's brass; they're ownership. Don't worry Joe, I'm fed up with the bastards also. They've lowered the payroll every year & they expect to compete? They are crazy to think like that. I digress.
Apparently he had made his decision over a month ago but decided not to go public until the Dodgers completely fell out of contention in both the division and wild card race.
This, along with various reasons, reassures my belief that the McCourt's will sell. I'm saying McCourt's as in plural because apparently three documents say Jamie is co-owner & that's how I believe the judge will rule. The divorce trial is also guzzling up a bit of Frank's cash, and since he didn't have the money when he bought the team - it was revealed that he used loaned cash to buy the team from News Corp. - he probably won't be able to upkeep it, not that he does that know anyway.
I really hope MLB Commissioner Bud Selig intervenes and creates a scenario where they have no choice but to sell.
I bid you all farewell.
Apparently he had made his decision over a month ago but decided not to go public until the Dodgers completely fell out of contention in both the division and wild card race.
This, along with various reasons, reassures my belief that the McCourt's will sell. I'm saying McCourt's as in plural because apparently three documents say Jamie is co-owner & that's how I believe the judge will rule. The divorce trial is also guzzling up a bit of Frank's cash, and since he didn't have the money when he bought the team - it was revealed that he used loaned cash to buy the team from News Corp. - he probably won't be able to upkeep it, not that he does that know anyway.
I really hope MLB Commissioner Bud Selig intervenes and creates a scenario where they have no choice but to sell.
I bid you all farewell.
Friday, September 17, 2010
NFL Week Two Preview: STL Rams at Oakland Raiders
Sidenote: I was going to attend this game but I wasn't able to attain tickets (at a relatively low price lol).
I AM READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!! To be completely and brutally honest, both of these teams have been the shittiest clubs over the past three seasons. The generic, average fan will bypass this game. They'll be more enthused by the Colts-Giants game or the Jets-Patriots games, and rightly so; these teams have produced in the recent past. But both these teams have die-hard fan bases. I am part of the Rams' fan base.
I didn't see anything encouraging about the Raiders in Week 1. They didn't protect their new QB Jason Campbell, giving up four sacks in the first half. The fact that starting LG Robert Gallery didn't participate in Thursday's practice doesn't help either. Their run defense was terrible, and it was supposed to be improved. Still, Chris Johnson got loose for 142 yards. They won't have it easy this week either with Steven Jackson.
CB Nnamdi Asomugha is the bright light on this Raiders team. He shuts down half of the field. QBs are known to just not throw to his side. Asomugha will be more dangerous now since he'll be shadowing the opposing team's best receiver, apposed to just being on the left/right side. Rookie QB Sam Bradford will struggle against Asomugha. An Asomugha INT won't be surprising.
I expect the Rams to heavily pressure Oakland's o-line, just like the Tennessee Titans did in Week 1. DE Chris Long was playing like a madman last week, but didn't record an official sack. I expect him to get his sack this week. The defense will still have to account for RB Darren McFadden. Even though I believe he's overrated, McFadden did go for 95 yards last week. The Rams allowed mediocre RBs (Tim Hightower, LaRod Stephens-Howling ) run for 103 yards. McFadden can do this himself if not controlled.
RB Steven Jackson will have to turn up another notch this week. He only racked up 81 rushing yards Week 1. With Asomugha guarding WR Mark Clayton (he was the Rams' best reciever in Week 1), Jackson will have to put on a monster game. I know he's capable of putting on a show like that.
I bid you all farewell.
I AM READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL!!! To be completely and brutally honest, both of these teams have been the shittiest clubs over the past three seasons. The generic, average fan will bypass this game. They'll be more enthused by the Colts-Giants game or the Jets-Patriots games, and rightly so; these teams have produced in the recent past. But both these teams have die-hard fan bases. I am part of the Rams' fan base.
I didn't see anything encouraging about the Raiders in Week 1. They didn't protect their new QB Jason Campbell, giving up four sacks in the first half. The fact that starting LG Robert Gallery didn't participate in Thursday's practice doesn't help either. Their run defense was terrible, and it was supposed to be improved. Still, Chris Johnson got loose for 142 yards. They won't have it easy this week either with Steven Jackson.
CB Nnamdi Asomugha is the bright light on this Raiders team. He shuts down half of the field. QBs are known to just not throw to his side. Asomugha will be more dangerous now since he'll be shadowing the opposing team's best receiver, apposed to just being on the left/right side. Rookie QB Sam Bradford will struggle against Asomugha. An Asomugha INT won't be surprising.
I expect the Rams to heavily pressure Oakland's o-line, just like the Tennessee Titans did in Week 1. DE Chris Long was playing like a madman last week, but didn't record an official sack. I expect him to get his sack this week. The defense will still have to account for RB Darren McFadden. Even though I believe he's overrated, McFadden did go for 95 yards last week. The Rams allowed mediocre RBs (Tim Hightower, LaRod Stephens-Howling ) run for 103 yards. McFadden can do this himself if not controlled.
RB Steven Jackson will have to turn up another notch this week. He only racked up 81 rushing yards Week 1. With Asomugha guarding WR Mark Clayton (he was the Rams' best reciever in Week 1), Jackson will have to put on a monster game. I know he's capable of putting on a show like that.
I bid you all farewell.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
STL Rams' Opening Game
THIS IS THE FUCKIN' TEAM I FELL IN LOVE WITH. The Rams played wonderfully. Sure they lost the game 17-13, blew some plays, missed on a chance of scoring on a turnover, but I loved their ferocity.
The fist blown opportunity i saw was the blocked field goal. The game would have been much closer if that first Ram field goal hadn't been blocked by SS Adrian Wilson, it might also have had an effect on the final score, but I digress; I'm not a fuckin' psychic.
Second blown opportunity was the fumble return by the big boy DT Clifton Ryan. He had the ball stripped away from him inside the 5 yard line. Ryan got a bit too excited; he was looking at the goal line like full-coarse meal. In my opinion, he should have just gone down inside the 5 yard line. Give it back to your offense, they're meant to do the scoring. You have a BEAST of a RB in Steven Jackson. Let him do the running into the endzone.
Other opportunities clearely missed were turnovers, INTs. CB Ron Bartell had a couple clear-cut picks that he simply missed. In his defense, he did pretty much shut down WR Larry Fitzgerald except for that game-winning TD. Others had clear INT opportunities that were missed. I expect Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo and Defensive Coordinator Ken Flajole to address this during the week in practice. The defense did, however, have a couple turnovers, all coming in the form of fumbles recovered. I like the fact that the defense knows how to poke the ball loose and recover it. Overall, the defense played adequately.
Sam Bradford, he did good. I was surprised of how well he handled himself. He was poised in the pocket. He knew when to get out of the pocket when danger arose. My only criticism about his play was the INTs. His 2nd INT came in the Red Zone. That is unacceptable in the NFL. Bradford did create a nice rhythm with newly acquired, and former Sooner, WR Mark Clayton. I'm thinking he is Sam's new go-to guy.
I bid you all farewell.
The fist blown opportunity i saw was the blocked field goal. The game would have been much closer if that first Ram field goal hadn't been blocked by SS Adrian Wilson, it might also have had an effect on the final score, but I digress; I'm not a fuckin' psychic.
Second blown opportunity was the fumble return by the big boy DT Clifton Ryan. He had the ball stripped away from him inside the 5 yard line. Ryan got a bit too excited; he was looking at the goal line like full-coarse meal. In my opinion, he should have just gone down inside the 5 yard line. Give it back to your offense, they're meant to do the scoring. You have a BEAST of a RB in Steven Jackson. Let him do the running into the endzone.
Other opportunities clearely missed were turnovers, INTs. CB Ron Bartell had a couple clear-cut picks that he simply missed. In his defense, he did pretty much shut down WR Larry Fitzgerald except for that game-winning TD. Others had clear INT opportunities that were missed. I expect Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo and Defensive Coordinator Ken Flajole to address this during the week in practice. The defense did, however, have a couple turnovers, all coming in the form of fumbles recovered. I like the fact that the defense knows how to poke the ball loose and recover it. Overall, the defense played adequately.
Sam Bradford, he did good. I was surprised of how well he handled himself. He was poised in the pocket. He knew when to get out of the pocket when danger arose. My only criticism about his play was the INTs. His 2nd INT came in the Red Zone. That is unacceptable in the NFL. Bradford did create a nice rhythm with newly acquired, and former Sooner, WR Mark Clayton. I'm thinking he is Sam's new go-to guy.
I bid you all farewell.
Friday, September 10, 2010
NFL Opening Day Review: Vikings Vs. Saints
Last night, the NFL season kicked off with the defending champions New Orleans Saints going up against the Brett Favre-led Minnesota Vikings at the New Orleans Superdome. The game displayed many things: the Saints' offensive prowess, the Saints' defensive improvement and holes in Favre's game.
Saints' Offense
New Orleans' offense was as fiery as ever last night. The first play of the opening drive was a 28 yard pass to WR Marques Colston. That drive ended with a 29 yd. TD pass to WR Devry Henderson. All the offense wasn't limited to passing either. The Saints played the clock control game in the second half, rushing their way to a Pierre Thomas TD in the process. Overall, their offense threw for 237 yds., 1TD and rushed for 79 yds. with a TD.
Saints' Defense
The Saints' defense played very well last night. The pass rush attacked and flustered Favre. They created a turnover situation, in which they came up with a INT. Their corners did well in keeping the Viking receivers in check. Among the WRs, only Greg Camarillo was able to eclipse the 20 yard receiving mark (29 yds). TE Visanthe Shiancoe was the only receiver to be a thorn against the Saints' defense( Shiancoe had 4 receptions, 71 yds., 1 TD). The Saints' run defense didn't fair too bad either. They kept RB Adrian Peterson out of the end zone and under 100 rushing yds. (87 yds. on 19 carries).
Brett Favre
Before I begin, let it be known that I FUCKING loathe Brett Favre and opinion of his performance might be biased
Ole' gun-slinging Brett. You've had a long and illustrious career. Please retire. I'll admit that Favre still can throw that deep bomb as good as any youngster, but he's too brittle now. If the defense attacks him, he won't be as productive. That is exactly what the Saints defense did. They made him uncomfortable in the pocket. They were able to hit him HARD. Favre's known to throw a couple INTs in his day, so it wasn't a surprise he threw one. Favre did get in synch with TE Shiancoe, hooking up for a TD before the end of the of the first half. But overall, Brett Favre just looked old to me at times throughout the game. I bet it won't be the last time this season either.
I bid you all farewell.
Saints' Offense
New Orleans' offense was as fiery as ever last night. The first play of the opening drive was a 28 yard pass to WR Marques Colston. That drive ended with a 29 yd. TD pass to WR Devry Henderson. All the offense wasn't limited to passing either. The Saints played the clock control game in the second half, rushing their way to a Pierre Thomas TD in the process. Overall, their offense threw for 237 yds., 1TD and rushed for 79 yds. with a TD.
Saints' Defense
The Saints' defense played very well last night. The pass rush attacked and flustered Favre. They created a turnover situation, in which they came up with a INT. Their corners did well in keeping the Viking receivers in check. Among the WRs, only Greg Camarillo was able to eclipse the 20 yard receiving mark (29 yds). TE Visanthe Shiancoe was the only receiver to be a thorn against the Saints' defense( Shiancoe had 4 receptions, 71 yds., 1 TD). The Saints' run defense didn't fair too bad either. They kept RB Adrian Peterson out of the end zone and under 100 rushing yds. (87 yds. on 19 carries).
Brett Favre
Before I begin, let it be known that I FUCKING loathe Brett Favre and opinion of his performance might be biased
Ole' gun-slinging Brett. You've had a long and illustrious career. Please retire. I'll admit that Favre still can throw that deep bomb as good as any youngster, but he's too brittle now. If the defense attacks him, he won't be as productive. That is exactly what the Saints defense did. They made him uncomfortable in the pocket. They were able to hit him HARD. Favre's known to throw a couple INTs in his day, so it wasn't a surprise he threw one. Favre did get in synch with TE Shiancoe, hooking up for a TD before the end of the of the first half. But overall, Brett Favre just looked old to me at times throughout the game. I bet it won't be the last time this season either.
I bid you all farewell.
St. Louis Rams' Starting QB
Head Coach Steve Spagnuolo recently spoke about the QB situation at a press conference. What we took out of that address was that rookie Sam Bradford will be the new, starting QB of the St. Louis Rams. I personally love the move. Sam has been effective in his last couple outings. He's panning out to be player the organization hoped he'd be, but much sooner. He underachieved in the first two preseason games, but broke loose against the New England Patriots (15 of 22, 189 yds with 2 TD's) and led the team to a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens in his only drive ( 6 of 6, 68 yds). Bradford truly earned the job and, shit, the $78 million they invested in him.
Still, if A.J. Feeley had not been injured, Bradford would not have been able to display his poise and command. The team was moving well with the veteran journeyman at the helm. He drove the team to an opening scoring drive against the Cleveland Browns; half of that series with, what turned out to be, a thumb injury. But Feeley will be a more than capable backup; he's been in the system from is Philly days.
To wrap it all up, Bradford will have his bumps and bruises throughout the season, but he'll be fine. He has shown to be calm and poised under center. Having a All-Pro RB in Steven Jackson is also a huge plus.
Still, if A.J. Feeley had not been injured, Bradford would not have been able to display his poise and command. The team was moving well with the veteran journeyman at the helm. He drove the team to an opening scoring drive against the Cleveland Browns; half of that series with, what turned out to be, a thumb injury. But Feeley will be a more than capable backup; he's been in the system from is Philly days.
To wrap it all up, Bradford will have his bumps and bruises throughout the season, but he'll be fine. He has shown to be calm and poised under center. Having a All-Pro RB in Steven Jackson is also a huge plus.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Welcome to Explicit Sports
I welcome you to my blog. Here, I will speak my mind on a variety of topics relating to sports. I will be discussing Football. I will be discussing Basketball. I will be discussing Baseball. Boxing, MMA, Soccer, shit even Golf will be discussed. I will also be EXTREMELY BLUNT about my opinions. I will use explicit language in my posts. Raw.Uncut.Explicit.Blunt.Jim Rome-like but more me.
A bit about myself: My name is Eddie & I'm an aspiring sports writer. My ultimate goal is to become an on-air personality on either radio or ESPN.
Side Note: As a Southern California native, I am a Lakers and Dodgers fan. I also have been a St. Louis Rams fan since the "Greatest Sow on Turf" era. Many of my posts will have to do with these three teams.
I bid you all farewell.
A bit about myself: My name is Eddie & I'm an aspiring sports writer. My ultimate goal is to become an on-air personality on either radio or ESPN.
Side Note: As a Southern California native, I am a Lakers and Dodgers fan. I also have been a St. Louis Rams fan since the "Greatest Sow on Turf" era. Many of my posts will have to do with these three teams.
I bid you all farewell.
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