PGA Championship Final Wrap Up

The 2009 PGA Champion is.................................Y.E> Yang? Ok ladies and gentelmen, boys and girls raise your hand and toot your horn if you saw this comming..............anybody.................anyone.............hello. Of course no one saw this comming, the fact that Yang has never played with Woods before nor has Tiger lost a 54 hole lead at a major sould suggest it was impossible. So maybe Paddy Harrington would have been the one to challenge on Sunday but Yang.........nah he can't possibly pull it off. Ha little did we know, Yang hung in there all day and by the way did some of the very things Tiger usually does like chipping in for eagle on 14 to go 1 up, and then to flurt with disaster with his second on 16 but instead hit a great approach just avoiding the water, and then come out with the dagger on 18. We expect that comming from Tiger but this was one of the few times it has been DONE to Tiger. Yang has done something some thought would never happen......catch Tiger on Sunday at a major. No Tiger didn't putt well but Yang still had to play great golf to win which he did. I have never seen someone who has never played with Tiger much less at the final round of a major be so cool calm and collected. Shot after shot he was matching Tiger until 14 where he bettered him and never looked back. Paddy was no where to be found after an 8 on the par 3 8th hole and contenders like Lucas Glover, Ernie Els, and Henrick Stenson all followed good stretches with poor ones and were not a factor down the stretch. Y.E. Yang not only got his 1st major he did it by playing with and catching Tiger on Sunday. So as we look back at the majors in this the 2009 season no top 10 player in the world won any of them and it seemed as if they were about who DIDN'T win instead of who did. At the Masters the story was Perry blowing a lead on the last few holes giving the green jacket to Angel Cabrerra; at the US Open it was Phill Mickelson again not being able to finish a US Open as he bogeyed his last 2 giving the title to Lucas Glover; at the Open it was 59 year old Tom Watson showing his old glory but ailing to make a 8 footer for the title on the 72nd hole and then a poor playoff giving the Clayret Jug to Stewart Cink; and now at the PGA it was Tiger loosing a 2 shot lead to a guy from South Korea ranked 113 in the world on Sunday. So as the majors season ends so does a chance for a major title for anyone in the top 10 in '09, however 2010 is another year and we still have a season long race for the Fed Ex Cup, which by the way Tiger is your leader. But for now Congrats to Y.E. Yang for prooving to everyone that he had what it takes to be a major champion and to beat Tiger even when no one gave you the chance.

PGA Championship Round 3 wrap up

Perhaps the most important stat heading into the final round is this: 14-0. That stat would be Tiger's record with a share or the lead out right in a major after 54 holes. While his 1 under par round allowed others to narrow the gap he still has a 2 shot lead going into the final round. Y.E Yang shot up the leaderboard with superb putting and bolted himself into a final round paring with Woods. Paddy also had a solid day with a round of 69 and also with in 2 of Tiger's lead. Vijay looked....well.......terrible on the back nine as he stumbeled in with a 40 on the back side after a 35 on the front. His putter abandoned him as did his hopes of winning the PGA chapmionship. Ernie Els got to with in 1 after the 15th but then bogeyed the last 3 leaving him at -3 for the tournament and 5 back. Yes he will be dissapointed with his finish, as he should be, but considering a round 1 75 he has rebounded nicely. Saturday at the PGA proved how hard it is to catch Tiger and on Sunday in a major ir becomes that much harder.......just ask those who have done it........wait what's that..........ohhh right no one has. However if anyone seems like they could it would be Paddy Harrington. He will be a group ahead of Woods but has an opportunity to make roars of his own and be a force to be reconed with on the back side. I really don't like Y.E> Yang's chances at all for one main reason.......he has never played with Tiger much less on a Sunday in the final group of a major. Bottom line whoever makes a run at Tiger will have to do exactly that...catch him because he will not come back to the feild. Is Tiger a lock?......not quite but any challenger will have to probably be at least 3 under for thier final round. It should be a great finish and drama is sure to be had at "Glory's last shot" -Kyle

PGA Championship Round 2 wrap up

Well a solid day again for world #1. Tiger fires a ho hum -2 70 and well no one else was able to follow his lead. Well......ok Ernie Els did put himself in contention with a 68 today after a 75 day 1, but still he's 6 back. Now if anyone looks at the leaderboard you would think anyone at E or better still has a shoot.......but theres one problem..........they are chasing a Tiger Woods that to this point has been spot on. Did I mention how good of a front runner he is? No? well let me give you a hint..with the lead after 2 rds at a major with a share or outright lead he is 8-0. Oh and if he has the lead after tomorrow's 3rd round that number jumps to 14-0. However there are solid and capable players to pressure Tiger at -3 for the tournament. Vijay Singh and Padraig Harrington are both at that number along with Ross Fisher. Phill couldn't make the run he needed but did make a heck of an eagle on 7 to make the cut on the number. Sergio you ask well how does a 78 sound and a missed cut after a solid 1 under par round yesterday so he will have at least 1 more year before he can win his first major. So looking to this weekend here are the questions that decide the tournament (if one believes it already isn't over) Can someone in the E to -3 group make a run at Tiger making him feel a little pressure anyway? Second will Tiger continue to play basically clinical golf. If that is a yes it doesn't matter who makes a run because Tiger is already 4 ahead and well if someone can't get the lead from him tomorrow......based on his record it's goodnight sweetheart. -Kyle

Vick is an Eagle

Well as he and Tony Dungy stated earlier this week Vick has a team by the end of the week. However did anyone see Philly? No not really including Philly, however I think it could be a great fit and a good way for Vick to ease his way back into the NFL. Is Vick in shape? Absoloutely the Eagles management and Dungy said he was in superb physicall shape but is he in football shape? Not yet, however that could change after the 2nd preseason game. Why? because he is an a offence that is run basically the way it was run when Vick was in Atlanta, another reason this is a good move. As far as fan reaction, I think it will be mixed, some will be thrilled to see him play again while others feel like he shouldn't be seen again. Here's my take: Vick made a mistake and has served his punishment for it in prison and home confinement. Not only that he has worked with the humane society and has spoken to kids around the country. Let us not forget THIS IS AMERICA. A land of second chances. He will and should get a second shot at becomeing a star in the NFL and be a sucessfull mentor to kids. Yes I said he can be a mentor to kids, why because everyone makes mistakes, yes some are bigger than others, but what a better example to teach kids the moral of forgiveness than through a football player. I believe he is remorsefull and that he will make an impact in a positive way not only to the Eagles but also the NFL. And lets not forget that this is a guy who tried to keep his brother out of trouble and a guy who did not have a father to lean on. Dungy will almost be like a dad to Vick, and Vick will be able to have that male figure he can consistantly go to. From a pure football perspective it is a really smart move. McNabb has had his issues in the past with both playing ability and injury. Now the Eagles know they have a QB that can win this games if something happens to Donavan. Is there a QB controversy NO, McNabb is the QB untill something like an injury comes up or play drops severly. McNabb and Vick are good friends and will pressure each other to get better in a good way both on and off the feild. Bottom line is this it is a win for Vick and the Eagles. Assuming everything goes well in Vick's preseason appearences Godell should reinstate him for week 1 PERIOD. He has served his time now if he and the coaching staff feel that he is ready LET HIM PLAY. I think the NFL will be glad to have him back and the averadge fan will love watching him making plays week in and week out. -Kyle

PGA Championship Round 1 Wrap Up

Well well well, look who is leading after day one. Yup you guessed it Tiger. When you combine hitting all but 1 fairway solid iron play and great putting, you get a bogey free 67 and a one shot lead over Paddy Harrington. Vijay Singh also showed some of what a lot of people thought he would do all year with a solid round of 69. Allenby is also in the group at -3 and there are plenty of them. David Toms also showed he can still play oh and by the way the dude can putt. Sergio Garcia leads another group at -1 and a solid day 1. But lets get back to the guy that has won the last 2 events and looked like the Tiger we are used to.......flat out clinical, and if he continues to play like this the rest of the week he will be hard to catch. Impossible? NO, Paddy is plenty capable of going toe to toe with him and could get a 2nd Sunday battle with Woods in as many weeks. How about world #2 Phil Mickelson? Well his putting almost looked like the typical Saturday golfer with 3 putts and a missed 2 footer. Phil was clearly rusty but that doesn't mean he cant get a spark on day 2 and put himself right back in it. At +1 he knows he has to be aggressive and a round of -3 to -5 will put him in contention for the weekend. One thing is certain he will not putt that poorly twice and I fully expect him to be in contention over the weekend. How low will scoring be tomorrow....we can't really tell due to potential bad weather and the drastic change in morning and afternoon conditions. With the poana greens they get bumpier and firmer which means tough approach shots on the long Hazitline especially if the fairways are wet limiting roll in the fairways. Some key things to look at tomorrow...does Phil get in a grove on the front nine and if so look out for lefty over the weekend; also can Tiger put on another clinic tomorrow especially with the putter and if he does not many could compete with him; Finally can someone post a number to put them ahead or within a couple of Woods for the final group? So if we want to think scenarios picture this on Sunday: a battle for the title between Tiger, Phil, and Vijay and well Paddy looking for his 2nd PGA title in a row. One thing is a fact: whatever happens the crowds which were astronomical will be even larger and well louder. -Kyle

PGA Championship Preview

Well the PGA Championship is advertised as "Glory's last shot" and in a way in 2009 that promo is more true than ever. Why because the best player in the world is searching 4 his 1st major of 09 and this is his last shot to get one. Good news for Tiger....he won the previous two tournaments.......bad news he wont be satisfied unless he gets a 3rd win in a row and the feild as in any major is loaded. Sergio is starting to play well again, Phil still has to be reconed with regardless of his personal issues over this summer, he's still Phill which means anything can happen. But before we get too far lets not forget the 3 major champs from this year so far. Angel Cabrara is a superb driver of the golf ball which will be almost essential at Hazeltine in order to have good birdie opportunities. Lucas Glover is consistant with his ball striking but the putter needs to perform as it did at Bethpage to repeat his US Open success. And the final but most recent major champ, Stewart Cink is playing well and is among the favorites to stop Tiger from gaining a major in '09. If someone asked me so who's your sleeper to be in contention this week.......I'd respond with a few names but my top sleeper this week is Freddy Couples. Why......He has the length to compete with the young guns but he is also one of the most accurate strikers of the golf ball you will find anywhere. Not only that experience is on his side and he could show some old glory of his own. Other names on that list would be John Daly, Rory McIlroy and Brandt Snedeker. All of which have something in common.........the putter is their success or downfall. Although McIlroy has had driving issues in the majors and quite frankly has'nt played that well. But all that aside he has the talent to contend but if he does I'm not sure his nerves could handle it. Daly we know hits it a mile but can he find fairways and do what he did to win his first PGA by hitting great iron shots and stellar short game. Snedeker has contended in the Masters and can do so here as well because he is a ball striker and now has some experience. Jim Furyk also is among front runners this week as he should be in any major till he stops being so consistant. With that said I think Tiger will finish out the major 09 season with a bang and who knows he may battle Paddy down the stretch again. Besides last time Woods missed a cut in a major he won the next 7 events he played in.....this would be #3 if he can pull it off. One thing is for sure.......I'm not betting against him and you can sleep on that one. -Kyle

Tiger gets it done........AGAIN

Once again we have learned to NEVER doubt Tiger Woods. After his missed cut at The Open a lot of people were saying: "He won't ever be as good as he used to." My response: LIES. This guy is sensational, and unlike every other tournament leading to a major his putter is on fire. The knee is fine and he will have a great chance at Hazeltine this week to claim his first major of the year, Now for those who say Tiger has had a crappy year.......since when is 5 victories such a bad thing. However for Tiger the comeback from surgery won't be complete until his next major. When Tiger was under the gun and appeared to be out of position with his 3rd to the par 5 16th, Tiger hit a 180 yd. 8 iron. Yeah that is insane and not only did he hit it it ended up 6 inches from the hole on a shot to a firm green and water short. Padraig couldn't stop a wedge on his shot after his pitch in the water. Tiger is flat out unbelievable and is a HUGE favorite in my book at the PGA. For those who love stats: LAST TIME TIGER MISSED A CUT AT A MAJOR HE WON HIS NEXT 7 EVENTS. HE'S GOT 2 SO FAR AND WHO'S BETTING AGAINST HIM. Not me you can count on that one
-Kyle

College Football Preview-Big 12

Sam Bradford, Colt McCoy, Robert Griffin. No this isn't the preseason Heisman list, its the returning list of Big 12 quarterbacks. This league is loaded with offense, from top to bottom, even Iowa State and Baylor can drop 30 points on some of the best teams in the nation. This year will be the ultimate test. Can any team survive the grind of the Big 12 schedule? And are those Big 12 offenses beat those SEC defenses. Well lets grade 'em and see how this shake up is going to play out.

Baylor C+: For a school that is known for more controversy off campus than football plays on it, they have started to emerge as a contender for the Big 12 title. Robert Griffin would have been the Big 12 MVP if it hadnt been for Bradford or Colt, this kid is the real deal. A qb who can run that fast and throw that well on the run hasnt been seen in the Big 12 since....dare we say it. Vince Young. This kid has all the size and tools to make Baylor a bowl eligible team this year. And he is just a sophomore.

Colorado C: The buffalo wont be marching over anyone this year. Though the crowds in Boulder will give them a couple sell outs this conference will not give the Buffalos a break. Their D aint strong enough and their offense is luck to put 20 points on the board. In the end, a bowl game may be too much to ask.

Iowa State C-: A new coach, new quarterback, new system. Its a fresh start for the cyclones. This offense is pretty good and could surprise some teams, but dont think its at the great level yet. This program could build on early success and start to turn this school around. All in all four wins is probably all you can expect and trust me they could upset a big name team this year.

Kansas B-: Reesing is back so is the genius of a coach. A solid Big 12 North victory could be in order if the Rawk Chalk Jayhawk can topple the Cornhuskers. A potent offense and an oppurtunistic defense could put Kansas into the title match this year.

Kansas State C+: No Josh Freeman. That is enough to cripple Kansas State where offense is everything. The Wildcats arent even built to beat their instate rivals, and may not be able to even beat Colorado. A bowl victory is possible but only if the Wildcats play above the bar.

Missouri C+: Give Mizzou some credit, they have managed to put a pretty good group of ball players this year. Its not a Big 12 title team but 7 wins could be the number that lands the Tigers in another bowl game.

Nebraska B: Bo Pelini has a very good ball club. Finally back to the Cornhusker teams of old. Pound the rock up the middle and go through the chin of any team who tries to do the same. A stifling D and alot of history should throw this team all the way to Kansas City.

Oklahoma A: Sam Bradford, and DeMarco Murray should prove to be even more dangerous. Ten wins or more should be expected and if the Sooners can beat Oklahoma State they could find themselves in another National Championship gaem. And maybe break that BCS losing streak.

Oklahoma State B+: Bryant, Robinson, its the croos town version of what Boomer Sooner is gonna be throwing on the field this year. Nine wins is to be expected and if they manage to beat the Sooners it is very unlikely many other teams could actually beat the Cowboys.

Texas B+: McCoy and Mack Brown are the Big 12 version of Tim Tebow and Urban Meyer. Two extraordinary football men, and even better people. Nine wins is a good number but Coach Brown will try and muster everything to get to ten.

Texas Tech B-: Mike Leach and his money wont be able to push the Red Raiders to where they were a year ago. Six wins is the majic number. Red Raider fans should be ready for a rebuilding year.

Texas A&M B-: McGee is back, the 12th man is still...well the 12th man. Kyle field could be the home of a couple big time upsets this year. Look for 7 to 8 wins for the Aggies this year.

'09 SEC football preview

What can be better than college football in the south? Uhh if anyone finds an answer let me know. SEC football in the south is like ice cream and apple pie, they just go together. Is the SEC the best conference in college football........I believe so and do so for several reasons. One the defending national champs are in the SEC and that the list of really good teams goes on and on and on. Even the "weak links" in the SEC would be considered a middle of the road team in a conference like the Big East. Also can anyone figure out and SEC defence, well lets look at other top teams in the country and see what they think. Oklahoma's so potent offence was well.......muffled in the title game a year ago. Texas Tech got a good old southern football 101 class in the cotton bowl a year ago and luckily for Ohio State they didn't have to play and SEC team as they are 0 for life against the SEC. Florida will again be loaded and ready to swamp through any and all competition in their way. But lets not get TO carried away a national championship team has not gone unbeaten since USC in '03. That being said who could stump the Gators. Well lets start in the SEC Lane Kiffen roles into the swamp from rocky top on September 19th. One problem they have to play in the swamp, beating Florida is hard enough but beating Florida in the swamp is nearly impossible. However a game that looks "dangerous" for the Gators, if there is such a thing, is a trip to death valley to take on LSU. Yes LSU had their issues at QB last year but now they are committed to just 1 guy and a very talented one at that. So from rocky top, through Athens, Alabama, Mississippi, all the way down to Gainsville here is a team by team breakdown of the best conference in the land.





Alabama-A-: Yes they lost John Parker Wilson and Glenn Coffee but the Bama D is still there as is Nick Saben. A test for the first time starter at QB for Bama right out of the gate as a Bud Foster D will be looking for the kill. But Bama's D is tops in the land and could very likely meet Florida again in Atlanta for an SEC title.

Arkansas-B: Casey Dick is a great leader at QB because of how much his talent level went up and he has seen about all the SEC has to offer as he enters his Sr year. The Razorbacks should do nothing but improve off of their season from a year ago. However the week in and week out schedule is a nightmare as they play Georgia and Bama back to back weeks and have a stretch of games with Auburn, at Florida and at Ole Miss. Yeah good luck. If they survive that they still have a season finalle in Baton Ruge against LSU.

Auburn- B: Yes I gave the Tigers a B, as bad as the offence was last year it is GREATLY improved yesterday. I say this because of a spring game that had big play after big play ON OFFENSE. With the new recruits and season, Auburn is looking to regain their SEC supremecy. The defense is typicall of an SEC defense: fast, athletic, and not affraid to lay a lick or two. With Brandon Tate at RB a solid run game should be in place behind a offensive line that has a year together under their belt. Auburn will surprise the country this year and find a nice bowl game at seasons end.

Florida- A: The only reason the Gators are not an A+ is because everyone can improve, just some can more than others. Tebow is a Heisman candidate running the preseason #1 team in the land. Urban Myer has a high powered offense and stingent defense. Can they be beat absolutely, but it probably woun't happen in "The Swamp". With that said here are some games that could trip up the Gators: at LSU, and vs. Georgia in Jacksonville. Outside of that the schedule is very manageable but then again for a team with this much talent...does it matter.

Georgia- B: The Dawgs definitally lost a lot of fire power from a year ago with the departure of Mareno and Stafford BUT if we know anything about Mark Rickt they will do just fine. But one thing is a FACT at season's end the Dawgs will have earned every single W. As if an SEC schedule isn't hard enough Georgia also playes at Oklahoms St. and Arizona State, now that is tough.

Kentucky- B-: And that grade may be a little harsh. With solid leadership both on and off the field and with a what could be superb freshman at QB in Mike Hartline and Tony Dixon leading the ground attack Kentucky has the pieces in place to contend in the SEC. So why a B+; their QB as talented as he may be still has never faced and NCAA defense much less an SEC defense. If he plays to his hype their grade is in the B+ range especially with a fairly manageable schedule.

LSU- A-: SPEED = the 2009 edition of the LSU Tigers. Yes they had all sorts of issues at QB but the right guy has the reigns to what may be the 2nd most explosive offense in the SEC 2nd only to Florida. Jordan Jefferson showed in what little playing time he had a strong arm and speed. Combine that with LSU receivers with a RB tandem of Williams and Lipoma and you get a bunch of points. Baton Ruge get ready for a shoot out when the Gators come to town on October 10th.

Olde Miss- A-: Wow the once "dog" of the league is now a big time club with SEC hopes and National Title dreams and with their talent why not. Olde Miss has a leader in Snead who knows how to win the big one, just ask Florida, oh and by the way can throw the pigskin pretty well to. With 9 Sr's and 28 Jr's experience is in place for a 10+ win season. A top 10 team by season's end.

Mississippi State- C-: Compared to the rest of the SEC they are absolutely terrible. But in a conference like the Big East who knows. Be that as it may they are the "dogs" of the SEC and that is that. Not even close to the needed talent level to win more than 2 games in the SEC.

South Carolina- B: Yup the olde ball coach has "cockville" prepared for a huge season. Now can he deliver? That remains to be seen, but we do know that it hasn't happened.........YET. With 14 Sr's the time to contend is now. They have enough guys who have been there before and know what it takes to go a long way. Oh and by the way that Spurrier guy with the clipboard may know a thing or 2, just maybe.

Tennessee- B-: You can hear "Rocky Top" from everywhere including their knew coach in Lane Kiffen. He has called out Florida before he has called a play for the Vols. YIKES one may say "What exactly is he thinking". While I'm not sure exactly I imagine it's something along these lines: I am motivating this team to be the best PERIOD. Rocky Top is well on their way to prominence in the SEC but this year may be a tad early for the team to completely get Kiffen's system.

Vanderbelt- C: Average describes what Vandy is; not bad but not great. Big play capability from Chris Nickson but consistency is everything especially in the SEC. Expect 6-8 wins with a possible large upset on the way.

Favorite: Florida

Sleeper: Auburn

Just flat out not very good: Mississippi State

MVP: Tim Tebow
-Kyle

'09 Sun Belt football preview

So one may say: who is in the Sun Belt and better yet do we care. Well is the Sun Belt like the Mountain West....no but hidden talent does exist. It seems without a doubt Western Kentucky will probably be the cream of the crop in the Sun Belt. They will have plenty of chances early in the season not only to make noise for themselves but the entire league with the first two games of the season being at Tennessee and South Florida at home. That's considered a tough non conference stretch even for a top 25 team but Western Kentucky can handle it. North Texas and Troy could get bowl eligible but the rest of the Sun Belt will struggle to get to .500. As far as Troy or North Texas making a run at the title..........as Lee Corso would say........not happenin sweetheart. WKU will have a great shot at going unbeaten in conference play and depending on how they do outside the Sun Belt could give them a very very nice season.
Favorite: Western Kentucky- BY A MILE
Bad News Bears: Arkansas State - just the worst of the worst in the bottom half of a league that is just not good.
MVP: David Wolke- yes he had more pics than TD's last year but his arm may be the least of a defences woes. His speed is BCS material and assuming the arm got better and brain smarter we could be lookin at a pretty good ballplayer
-Kyle

College Football Preview- Big Ten

Its time to talk about the oldest conference in college football:The Big Ten. When those three words use to be mentioned teams would shake in their cleats. Head coaches called their coordinators at 3 am cause they couldn't sleep. But the past few years the Big Ten has become pun. Losses in BCS games have embarrassed this very prestigious conference. Well let me tell you why the Big Ten wont be your punchline this year. Lets start with a little history, the conference is the oldest in college football founded in 1896, it has the most national championships by members (28), and now a little present news, the conference ha 10 returning head coaches, the most of any conference. Now for my favorite team, The Ohio State Buckeyes. The Bucks return our X factor.... Terrelle Pryor. The now sophomore 6'6" 235lb. QB is a force to be reconed with. His speed athleticism and sheer arm strength make him almost impossible to stop.... almost. Pryor has yet to show the true maturity that will allow him to be an every down starter and big game threat. But a year can do alot for a quarter back, he has a strong returning class of skill players, ex. Brandon Saine and Daniel Herron (RB) and Dane Sanzenbacher (WR) plus a Top Ten recruiting class including top prospects; Jaamal Berry (#3 RB), Dorian Bell (#4 OLB) and Duron Carter (#18 WR) Plus Tressel finds a way to get these Buckeyes 10 wins so look for them to do the same this year. Now I figured I would try my own luck at making grades so here goes nothing.

Purdue C-: Marve may have tranfered here, but with a first year coach and a still developing dont look for purdue to even become bowl eligible this year. The high grade is based simply on the young talent they have put on their roster.

Michigan State C+: Sparty wont have to much to cheer about. 6-6 or 5-7 is to be expected. Though Dantonio can usually muster the most out of players he lost alot of talent. Javon Ringer the biggest hit of all, but also it never helps to have a poor recruiting class or try pulling instate prospects away from Michigan or the Bucks.

Michigan B-:Rich Rodriguez and the Wolverines have something to look forward to, Expect them to reall bite the chomp this year and finish strong. Plus the bitter taste of last year should even have the fans lining up and cheering harder than ever. Look for that spread system to really take effect, and after all, it is Michigan. My prediction: 8-4 and prob. 9-4 with a nice bowl win.

Northwestern C: Their head coach has really got his players buying into that tough mind set. And the smell of $30,000 a year should help remind these kids to play harder. A mid level recruiting class and good upperclassmen group should rally these boys to bowl eligibility. Prediction: 7-5

Minnesota C+: Two years ago, when a new head coach came to town, and alot of good seniors left Golden Gopher fans started burrying their season tickets. The a dismal 1-11 year didnt help, but after a small resurgence last year and a very good young team in the making the Gophers could make some noise this year in the Big Ten.(Plus a weaker schedule always helps) Look for them to start off the year strong with wins over 'Cuse and Air Force and break in that brand new stadium on Campus. Prediction: 7-5 and possibly a bowl win.

Penn State B+: Darryle Clark and Joe Pa. It sells itself. Spread HD and revamped defense combined with one of the fastest offenses in the NCAA. It should be a heck of a year for the Nittany Lions.Prediction: 10-2

Wisconsin B-: Wisconsin will be giving teams the big, stinky, lamburger this year. A stout, extremly stong defensively talented and minded team can really knock teams in the mouth. Problem, they cant score. I mean its just a dismal offense. Prediction: 6-6.

Illinois B-: The boys in Champaigne should be very entertained by their offense. "Juice" Williams, Arrelious Benn and Daniel Dufrene should put on a great show. But what was wrong with Wisconsin is just the opposite fo the Illini. They can scor 21 to 30 points in a good game, problem is they give up that same amount on defense consistently. Prediction: 6-6

Indiana D: Its just a bad, bad time to be a sports fan in Bloomington, Indiana. The cheerleading squad could probably win more games than the Hoosiers did last year and it wont be much different this year. Prediction: 1-11

Ohio State A: The formentioned Buckeyes are dangerous on both sides of the ball. Pryor should find Duron Carter as his favorite target this year and Jim Tressel will muster everything out of the defense this year. It should be a very good season for the boys in Columbus. Prediction:11-1

Iowa C+: The Hawkeyes can look forward to a good defensive year. But being honest the biggest interest in Iowa will be the teams they are playing. They are getting older and recruiting doesnt seem to be getting better. They could still surprise some teams and will most likely find themselves in a bowl game. But after loosing Shonne they arent very fun to watch.Prediction:7-5

College Football Preview-MWC

Ah, the Mountain West Conference. You can already smell the Rocky Mountain air and feel the electricity in the stadiums. Normally a smaller conference, in any sport, wouldnt get alot of attention. Especially with the lack of so called "superstar" talent. Well, lets start with a by the numbers;10. The number of years since the conference was founded. 9. The number of teams in this conference, 8. Number of teams with an official stadium, 7. Number of bowl games won in the past two years by MWC teams, 6. Number of teams with a bowl win since the conference was founded, 5. Number of teams with winnigng records last year, 4. Number of conference champions since 1999 (founded in 1999), 3. Number of National championships held by member schools (TCU-2, BYU-1), 2. Number of wins Utah has in BCS bowl games (2-0 all time), 1. Number of comissioners since 1999. Ok so by now you know that the Mountain West is the youngest conference in the FBS, it doesnt have alot of history, but it does have alot to foorward to. Lets start with Utah. The Utes are the only team in conference history to go to a BCS bowl. Theyve won twice, and they return over 80% of their players and have one of the best non BCS coaches of the past decade. Compiling a lifetime 37-14 record and is undefeated in bowl games at 4-0. The Utes combine a deadly combination of speed and confidence that can cripple even the biggest giants. Don't believe me? Just ask Nick Saban and the Tide as they got rolled the whole way through the Sugar Bowl. Yes Kyle Whittingham will have the boys ready to play yet again come season's start. Next is TCU, the Horned Frogs joined in 05 and have really turned into a powerhouse in the conference. A stunning defense and a run game that produces NFL starters the purple color and amphibian name make this team seem smaller and weaker than they really are. And thts just how Gary Peterson likes it, 3 straight bowl wins is enough proof for anyone and they arent goin anywhere. The rest of conference however is not much to look at. Though there is plenty of potential for this conference it probably wont be showing this year. BYU could challenge with 8 wins or so, But New Mexico, Colorado State, UNLV and Wyoming all have 1st or 2nd year coaches. young players dont equal wins for powerhouse schools very often much less the Mountain West. Give these schools some time and you will see why they petitioned the BCS for a bowl bid and tried to get a play off for the FBS. Predictions; 1st. Utah 10-2, 2nd. TCU 9-3 3rd. BYU 8-4.- Nick

'09 ACC football preview

Now we're in my territory! The ACC proved a year ago that they are one of the deepest conferences in college football, with 10 of the 12 teams in bowl games. But even more important that that they had a BCS bowl win for the first time in.....well.........lets just say the Florida State glory days. That being said the conference has several teams with bowl potential and probably around half the league is good enough to crack the top 25 by seasons end. Let's start with the two time defending champs in Virginia Tech. They had their share of ups and downs from loosing to East Carolina to winning an Orange Bowl. Well for hokie fans (myself included) this year should be as good if not better than last. Tyrod will FINALLY play QB by himself and Shaun Glennon can't turn the ball over. That being said the WR core is young but improving, just ask Boston College. The run game will be solid with Tyrod and Darren Evans not even to mention one of the top recruits in the country at RB. The Defense.....well is a typical VT defence with speed everywhere and with the return of Virgil and Whorilds they got the leadership needed. But they aren't the only ones in the ACC. North Carolina is young and maturing. Yates has potential to become a Carolina great and put UNC in a big time bowl game. Any time you have a young talented team the more they play the better they get and they'll win a lot of the close ones they lost. Florida State is in a similar position except for one thing.....Bobby Bowden is the head coach. Look for them to play VT in the ACC title game. With that said here is a quick team by team breakdown.



Boston College C-: A pretty low grade for a team who played in the ACC title game a year ago, but after a disastrous offseason, a new coach, QB, and not to mention the defence it will take a few games into the season for them to find out who they are and establish a good team chemistry. A rebuilding year to say the least.

Clemson C+: Giving any Clemson athletic team a grade is almost impossible. To prove this look no further than their 2008 campaign. Picked as the cream of the crop in the ACC they got scorched by Alabama and then won 3 in a row then lost to Maryland, Wake and Georgia Tech. After that run ACC hopes were gone. But with the return of Jacobe Ford and Cullin Harper Clemson "could" be good. Only time will tell or will it be a typical case of the "Tiger Sag"

Duke C-: Miracles do occur Duke not only won a game in the '08 campaign they won 4. Can anyone tell me the last time that happened....anyone. This year should just be a continuation of a pretty good year in the Duke football world. There young and basically return the same players from a year to go. Now that they know they can win a bowl game is not out of reach.

Florida State B: Any team that can be competitive with the '08 Florida squad and returns just about everyone has to be considered a force, not to mention Bobby Bowden is the head coach. Christian Ponder is a QB that has great potential but has got to avoid the late game mistake. Also FSU has a running game that will probably be 2nd in the league only to VT. The typical speed you find in any Florida team defence gives them the ability to play with anyone.

Georgia Tech B: The ramblin wreck will be in full force under the reigns if Paul Johnson. They will definitely challenge Virginia Tech for the Coastal title along with North Carolina. However if the option game fails GT does not have the passing game to beat good defences. GT with no option game is like a car without gas, it just doesn't work. 10 wins is definitely a possibility as well as an ACC title. More good news for the yellow jackets: they play VT in Atlanta not Blacksburg.

Maryland C: Combined with a lost talent and a tough schedule Maryland will be hard pressed to have a season much better than a year ago. They can compete with the big boys but the Terps are not a proven squad under pressure and their youth is not a help. Look for a 7 to 8 win season and a decent bowl game.

Miami C+: A huge test right out of the gate, traveling to Florida State. Talent is abound and it appears the U is headed in the right direction. Javaris James will be the anchor of a Miami offence that is trying to find its way back to the days of the late '90s and early 2000's. The defence is improving in a hurry and could crack the top 20 defences in the country. Any team with that talent is more than capable of a run in the ACC and have a nice bowl bash to end the season. If Miami is going to overtake VT in the coastal they'll have to win in Blacksburg.

North Carolina B-: Proven coach + easy non conference schedule = a 10 win season? The talent is there with T.J Yates at QB and while they lost Tate there is plenty of talent backing him up. UNC's road to the coastal title would also have to go through Blacksburg. But its not impossible especially since they know they can win having giving the game in Chapel Hill away last year. UNC has more experience which will lead to winning a lot of the close games they lost last year.

NC State C: Tom O'Brien is the main reason for State's recent success and with a developing QB in Daniel Evans the potential for success is there. We will see what they are made off when they host South Carolina on opening day. Expect 7 maybe 8 wins for a team that is headed in the right direction.

Virginia D: The new ugly duck in the ACC, yes even Duke is better. UVA hasn't beat their rivals VT since '03 and with Al Groh it doesn't seem like that streak is going to change. It is time for new leadership at Virginia and this team is the definition of a rebuilding team.

Virginia Tech B+: 2 time defending champs looking for a 3 peat and possibly a run at a BCS title. The Tech defense is run by Bud Foster and returns just about everyone from a nationally 7th ranked defense. Yes Macho Harris is not there but Virgil shows he can fill in just fine. The LB core is solid and as always at VT will be hunting down any opposing QB. Finally Tyrod is THE man in charge of the offence, no Glennon. Daren Evans and new recruit Ryan Williams. It's Hokie Hokie Hokie Hi time at VPI and a great possibility of a 3 peat.

Wake Forest C: Wake will continue to impress all the "experts". So does anyone know what's going to come out of Winston Salem? Well we do know they will be disciplined and have young talent that could blossom earlier than expected. Jim Grobe is a great coach and will have the Demon Deacs ready to play.

Favorite: Virginia Tech
Sleeper: North Carolina
Just flat out bad: Virginia
MVP: the VT defense
-Kyle

FCS College Football Preview

Lets talk the little guys! Well, theier not so little after Appalachian State ran right through the Big House and beat at the time #5 Michigan. Appalachian was the biggest thing and almost seemed liked the only thing in the FCS until.........ALONG CAME A SPIDER. Richmond knocked off the 3 time defending champs on the road. But before you even think about criticizing App, get this, last years senior class won 3 national titles and they got the stuff to be right there again. Armante Edwards is solid and electrifying at QB and the offence revolves around him. The D is solid and Moore can flat out coach. However Appalachian won't be the only kid on the block either, the CAA has its share of talent and the defending national champs in Richmond. Led by Jr QB Eric Ward the Spiders will have the talent to catch thier 2nd straight title. Although they have to replace a RB thier offence will be fine as Ward has had several rushing yards himself. Also James Madison and Wofford could sneak up on the two favorites in the FCS. Both Wofford and JMU can score like nobody's buisness but can they stop good offence's on a consistant basis. The answer to that question will determine thier run in the playoffs. So here is the bottom line:
Favorite: Appalachian State- its hard to hold down greatness for any period of time and with Edwards returning Richmond will have all they can deal with but expect to see both deep in the playoffs.
Sleeper: James Madison- being that they are used to success they can challange Richmond in the CAA and are capable of making a deep run in the post season.
MVP: Armonte Edwards- accurate arm + speed + experience = core of a really good offence.
-Kyle

Tiger just gettin it done........again

Tiger is a pretty safe bet as the best closer in sports history. As 37 times in his career he has had a lead or share of it after 54 holes and 36 of those he WON. The only blemish was in '96 at the John Deer Classic when he was 20. But watching today it didn't seem like anything great happened it was more like Tiger is sealing another victory what else is new. As the first three tournaments before a major Tiger also wins this one two weeks before the PGA. BUT is anyone betting against him. I THINK NOT and thats a lock. -Kyle

'09 Big East Football Preview

Ahh the Big East or maybe after last season the "Big Easy". The bottom line is this, West Virginia was a severe dissapointment last year starting with a loss to ECU and a far cry from national title material that people thouht they would be. With a QB like Pat White and RB like Steve Slaton why not. So now that they're gone now what. Well they have a capable guy at QB in Jarrret Brown, is he a Pat White absolutely not but can he win games......yes. The question is where does this first year starter's help come from? The D needs to be able to hold opponents to 10 points or less some games in order to win because this offence is not matured yet. Thier out of confrencce schedule is not hard but is respectable with opponents like ECU and Auburn but outside of that they play Liberty, Colorado and Marshall. The toughest in confrence test is a trip to South Florida where an up and comming team is looking for thier first major breakthrough with a big east title. And given a coach in Billy Donavan and a guy like Grothe at QB we could be looking at a dangerous team. As for the defending champs, Cincinatti better have enjoyed last yea because they lost to much talent to be repeating champs and another BCS bowl birth. Are they a good team yes but South Florida and West Virginia are that much better. So with that being said here is my team grades and predictions.

Cincinatti- C+ comming of a great year last season the Bearcats have lost key players and are now a step below where they were a year ago. Look for them to win some big games but with dates against Illinois, at Oregon State, at South Florida, and West Virginia I think it is too much to ask of such a young team to repeat as Big East Champs.

UConn- C- UConn isn't bein talked about much but then again should they be? Also a team that surprised some a year ago but is clearly looking for consistency. This young team will see what they are made of when North Carolina comes to town before the confrence season begins. Bottom line: to many holes to be contenders

Louisville- C+ a team with a bunch of potential and surprising capability but can they hold up for 12 games. But with early season games against Kentucky and Utah they can get noticed and could sneak up on everybody just like Cincy from a year ago.

Pittsburgh- C can this squad ever amount to a consistant contender. Thats a question that can partially be answered this season as they got a good coach they just need execution on a consistant basis. Wanstead knows how to coach big games just ask West Va 2 yrs ago but can his players play at that level every week......we may never know.

Rutgers- C-: u get the feeling that they are on a spiral to where they were 10 yrs ago.......the land of mediocrity. They need a player to make a spark to contend.

South Florida- B: good coach check, good feild general check, big east title.........this is arguably the best shot at it USF has ever had. Grothe is a proven QB with experience and ability and West Virginia has no Pat White. The door is open for a title to be found in south florida and if they beat miami can claim to the best team in southern florida and the Big East. They can compete with ANYBODY when they're clickin

Syracuse- D: Yup the current laughing stock of the Big East they are terrible getting worse and the tunnel is pitch black.

West Virginia B-: Contenders absolutely but I dont think they have the fire power to beat USF especially away from Morgantown. West Va will have a tough road to be Big East Champs but it is possible

Favorite: South Florida
Bad news bears: Syracuse
Sleeper: Pittsburgh
MVP: Matt Grothe
-Kyle

'09 Confrence USA football preview

Last year Conf. USA got on a national stage with the emergence of ECU cracking the top 25 and monster upsets of eventual Orange Bowl Vhamp Virginia Tech and Big East power West Va. Not only that they finished it off with a confrence title and bowl win. Will ECU play up to that level this season........with a coach like Skip Holtz and a QB like Pinkney it is verry possible. At a minimum they are favorites in thier confrence. Thier out of confrence schedule is a bear with games at West Va., vs. Va. Tech, and FCS powerhouse Appalachian State but within the confrence who has the talent level or playmakers like ECU? Yes it is a confrence that had 4 bowl game wins but on a week in week out basis there is no concistancy. However there are 2 teams that could be challengers and theory busters. Houston and UCF. Both have a lot of offence but thier defences are shakey. If they can play solid D ECU may get all they can handle. So with that being said here is my preview:
Favorite: ECU- Pickney is an explosive player and makes great decesions. However the other 10 have to help out on offence especially the o line and RB Lindsay. The big question how will they react in "must perform" moments, with Pickney I think they have the tools to handle pressure with ease.
Sleeper: UCF- offence is loaded but can the D come up big consistantly. If so they are capable of beating a lot of really good teams. Thier sucess is the D's success the offence will score.
Flat out bad: SMU- little talent + little confidence= few wins
Best player: Patrick Pickney- by a mile. Not only is he accurate with his arm but when things break down is capable of making plays by himself while knowing what he can and can not force. A true game changer! - Kyle

College Football Preview-PAC-10

Continuing of coverage of the west coast we make our stop at the PAC-10. Of course in this lovely conference at the center of the town, a monument so larg that not even reporters or analysts (Lee Corso) can see past it. That monument would be USC no not the gamecocks, the University of Southern California Trojans. They are 3rd among active FBS teams in National Championships, they lead the conference in Conference Championships with 30+. They dominate with a ferocious combination of speed, strength, and strategy. Last year the Men of Troy finished with only 1 loss and an impressive Rose Bowl win (yet again) this time over Penn State. A top 5 recruiting class is a given and a top 5 pre season ranking soon followed. Though the university has sometimes been enveloped by controversy (Reggie Bush, O.J. Simpson and Mayo, Matt Leinart) none of it matters. Coach Pete Carrol continues to land every very Blue Chip Prospect known to man and with the midas touch every quarterback he touches turns to gold at the college level. Though in the NFL his starters turn into back ups (Matt Leinart, Reggie Bush, Dwayne Jarret) and his back ups become starters (Steve Smith, Matt Cassel, Lendale White) Still only reporters complain about him having too many good players at skill positions. How many coaches, at any level can complain or would complain about having to much talent. Well Pete doesnt. He has managed to stay humble, and as much as people love to hate him, he is a gentlemen when it comes to winning and losing. People say he wouldnt do well at any other university and that almost any coach could go to USC and win. WRONG! People said the same bout Phil Jackson, well do you think that Stan Van Gundy or even Papovich could handle the star power of the Jordan, Pippen, and the ever insane Denis Rodman, no way. Or even could anyone handle putting a young Shaq and Kobe together, no way either. Well thats what Pete does at USC, he takes anyone they throw at him and makes even the most selfish man a team player in his system. I havent heard Johnson or McKnight complain about not getting enough touches. Or Mitch Mustain complaining about not getting enough snaps. it just doesnt happen. And do you think Bob Stoops or Urban Myer would punk their players with a prank done by Will Ferrel. So expect these men of Troy to win 10+ games, win the conference and possbly play for a National Championship. They are lead by their awesome running game, but drug down by so many losses on Defense, and sometimes a little over confidence ex. Stanford, Oregon State. But anyway lets not forget about the rest of the conference. Oregon returns alot of starters. They have two super fast QB's and a secondary tht has the potential to mae teams 1 dementional. The ducks could have a 10 win season and mayb even surprise the Trojans and give them a run for conference champion. The Autzen Zoo should be loud and crowded and those Nike uniforms should glisten in the Oregon sun (granted if you manage to see it) Next is Oregon State, they lost some ver important talent, and recruiting wasn't terrible but its not as good as their instate rival. But they have something that is comparable to what high schoolers experiance in class every time a tacher has a bad week. a 'pop' "Quiz" just like his name implies, he comes at you suddenly angry, you never know what hit you and by the time you do, your disappointed and explainig to someone why it went poorly. Yup Rodgers is the real deal, and impossible tackle almost. (Just ask Tommy Trojan what happened in Corvalis last year) Even sure he just transitions us into our next team. Cause he is only the second best RB in the PAC. Jevon Best is the best. No one out runs him, out efforts him or overcomes what he has. Cal is a major sleeper team cause they have the ability to run the ball every play and havepure consistency from the man in th back field. Look for Cal and Oregon State to finish with 8 or 9 wins on their way to the bowl games. The rest of the conference is like any other. Weak in many places with a few surprises at every corner. Washington is still pretty good behing the "Lock" man,UCLA is well...UCLA, Stanford has an awesome band, and Arizona and Arizona State could both make bowl games this year. My predictions for this year. 1st. USC 11-1 Rose Bowl, 2nd. Oregon 10-2 Bowl Game, 3rd. Cal 8-4 Bowl Game, 4th. Oregon State 8-4 Bowl Game, 5th.Washington ,6th UCLA 7th. Arizona State, 8th. Arizona,9th. Stanford, 10th. Washington State . - Nick (R.I.P. Jason "Gunner" Hunter)

College Football Preview-WAC

What better way to kick off the last full month of summer than college football. Today we start a week preview of everything college football. From predictions, to coaching changes, to ever developing storylines.

The Western Athletic Conference. Lets start off with a number 6, the number of teams in the conference performing at .500 or better, 5 the number of teams who participated in bowl games last year, 4 the number of teams returning at least 75% of their starters, 3 teams recieving votes in this years pre season polls, 2 BCS bowl games, 1 BCS bowl game win. So thats the conference by the numbers, well lets change it up. So clearly the favorite to win the conference is Boise State, who even after a disappointing loss to TCU in the Poinsettia Bowl, still continues to impress; in both skill and attitude. They finished 12-0 last year in the regular season and a perfect 13 and 0 was spoiled not by a blow out or an underdog, but by a TCU team with a stacked Defense and nothing to lose. Someone asked me who I thought could have a perfect season this year, in any conference and I said Boise State, hands down, theyve proven they can beat the big time teams and trounce the little ones. Their coach has instilled in his players a humility, and confidence almost unmatched by any other school. Just say his recruiting pipelines out loud and try not to laugh. I mean who wouldnt want thos Blue chip producing states like North and South Dakota or maybe even Montana and Wyoming. Theyre more fit to shirt Wilderness or Cowboy movies, than produce great football players. Yet somehow Coach Peterson seems to mold them into not only good solid football players, but even better young men. How many times have you ever heard of a cheating scandal (Florida State) Drug busts(Miami, Penn State, LSU) Recruiting violations and players getting salaries (USC, Ohio State) or firing your coach mid season (Clemson) These young men ar egreat people, intelligent and humble. And how about Ian Johnson, who was more excited about proposing to the love of his life, than he was about beating Oklahoma ex. 2004 Fiesta Bowl. Look for the Broncos to surprise alot of people yet again behind the arm of Kellen Moore and the leadership of Coach Pete. And who knows as long as Ian Johnson was around he might get another 5 yrs of eligibility.Either way look Boise to finish with 10+ wins and I would not be suprised to see them undefeated, yet again. So Boise is the pride of the conference, but lets not forget about the other guys. First, Fresno St, that mentality, any time any place anybody, is hard to match. They are tricky and love playing as the underdog, look for them to be second in conference and finish with 8+ wins. Hawaii, bowl game to be expected (I mean geez its named after 'em) 7 wins and another 3000 yard passer this roster is loaded with home grown freshman and some great program tradition. Who doesnt like 85 degrees and sun as they play, watch or coach football. You can even feel it through you TV sets. Louisiana Tech, Nevada, and mayb Idaho should prob finish bowl eligible and put on some very fun offensive shows on your local sports channel. - Nick (R.I.P. Jason (Gunner) Hunter, you served your country well.)

Where will Vick fit Or better yet who wants him

Now that Vick is conditionally reinstated the question comes up "Where will he play" along with "Will he be as good as he was". I'll answer the second question first, Vick will be in good shape and will still have the ability to burn defences with his feet right out of the gate. His arm will be fine once the rust is shaken off and he gets in a normal practice routine. I think he is to explosive and to bi of a game changer to be a back up QB and there is no way he plays another position. People say "well he wasn't a great passer" well he became much better in the NFL and his arm is like a cannon. Now does he have a Favre fastball no but he can throw hard and a long way with fairly good accuraacy. Now as for where he plays well New England seems to be mentioned a lot but to me makes no sence considering they have Brady and got rid of Cassell, Vick will not play something other than QB and is too good to be a back up. Teams that I think would fit for Vick are the : Vikings, Bills, 49ers, Titans, and Panthers. Being a Packers fan I don't want to see him as a Viking but for them it makes sence. Travares Jackson isn't a championship calliber QB and they are one QB playmaker away from being really good. Not to mention if Vick did play for the Vikings they could run a system very similar to the one at Florida which would make Percy Harvin more comfortable and therefore more effective and you have Addrian Petterson at HB and you have a offence cappable of embarrasing even the best defences. I say Buffalo because they are another team who needs a leader behind center as well as a guy who can get himself out of trouble. Vick accomodates both of those things and he'd be paired with TO and if all worked properly could give Buffalo a solid offence. The 49ers are an easy fit mainly because just about anything is better than what is in place. The O-line is non existant and there are 0 playmakers that can be counted on week in and week out. Vick can make plays even without help if he has to and he would ensure the niners win at least once. Tennesee is in need of a guy they can count on. Yes Collins had an exceptional year but is that really going to help them in 5 years. Nope and Vince Young has potential but Tennesee isn't real fond of him. Vick could be a long term fix for a team that is o so close. Finally Carolina would end the days of boring dull offence led by Jake Delhome. Is Delhome good enough to start somewhere yes, is he a solution to getting Carolina a title, No. The Panthers lack a spark in an offence that can be really good given the right tools. kind of like a sports car lacking a powerfull engine. While Delhome doesn't out right lose games he doesn't win em either. Vick can, just ask Carolina a few years ago when Vick put Atlanta on his back and gave them a W to win the division. Vick can spark the Panthers attack with his feet and arm but his ability to make things happen by himself opens the door even more for Steve Smith. Regardless where he plays he is good enough to make a difference somewhere this year and maybe fill in the lone missing link for a contender. Kyle

Here we go again

Wow more people found positive for steroids..........suprised......not anymore. It seems like everytime we think "well this guy did it the right way" we find out later he is on some positive test list for steroids. Now we have David Ortiz and Manny. Manny we already knew had an issue because after all this is Manny and for any male to take some female has some major issues. But big papi .........no he wouldn't take performance enhancing drugs, especially since he was the one that said during spring training "anyone who tests positive should be suspended for a season." Not only does this tarnish thier individual achievements in '03 but it also tarnishes the Red Sox's title in '03 breaking a drought that lasted longer than Sox fans want to talk about. Especially since that '03 team relied on Manny and Ortiz, I mean lets face it with out those 2 there still isn't a world series in title this century. Now your tellin me those two players cheated and to make matters worse for the Red Sox Bronson Arroyo said he's probably on the list to. But before we tarnish thier title lets remember this what mlb team DID NOT have a guy test positive. For once I agree with Ozzie Guillen lets see the entire list already because this release 5- 10 names buisness is a complete embarassment to the sport from the fans all the way to Bud Selieg who is about as productive at cleanning up baseball as fans. Actually fans act like they care Selig doesn't even do that. For goodness sakes can ANYONE come out with the entire list so we can be done with this garbadge and then get Selieg where he belongs at home with a bag of popcorn. Kyle