Going for Two
Bravo, Mike Shanahan, Bravo
With over 900 yards of offense in this game, overtime was going to be a 50-50 proposition. Win the flip and win the game or lose the flip and watch the other team take it in for the win.
Not today. With one play to either win the game outright or tie the game, the MasterMind goes for the win. And gets it.
Phelpsiad
Some may think that NBC is turning the Summer Olympics into the Michael Phelps story. But as far as I’m concerned, someone at NBC Sports has managed to put together a persona that is a very close match to my tastes – the quest for eight has got me glued to my seat.
Broncos Snubbed by HoF
As a longtime fan, I’ve never doubted that the Denver Broncos have been snubbed by the NFL Hall of Fame. But it is nice to have an independent analysis back that up.
According to this method, the Broncos have every reason to feel screwed by the Hall of Fame. This is a team with two titles and six Super Bowl appearances, plus nearly 50 years of history, but their HoF membership ranks down with the recent expansion teams.
It's Over
When is this going to stop? It’s hard to hear when you’re a person who’s passionate about performing and watching and believing in the results of cycling.
I was watching Stage 10 of the Tour de France, Pau to Hautacam, when I came to the realization that I didn’t really care. And now Riccardo Ricco is busted for doping, 9th overall with 2 stage wins.
I’m sorry, but it’s over.
Thank You ESPN
A belated thank you to ESPN for making it possible for me to watch Euro 2008 in HD.
Of course, as I was watching the US women playing Brazil this afternoon, I also have ESPN to thank for spoiling my ability to enjoy less highly skilled soccer.
Dutch +1
If the Netherlands is going to play like this, then they should get an automatic entry into any tournament they like. Two of the greatest counterattacks that I have ever seen – both started with the Dutch fending the ball off the face of the goal and both ended with the ball in the opposing net brief moments later.
Up 2-nil in the 75th minute, most teams would be playing the clock. The Dutch? They’re still probing for a 3rd goal.
Road to Super Bowl XLII
New York Giants – The Road to Super Bowl XLII This DVD Collection includes all the action from the TV broadcasts of:
- Week 17: Patriots vs Giants
- Wild Card Playoffs: Giants vs Buccaneers
- Divisional Playoffs: Giants vs Cowboys
- NFC Championship: Giants vs Packers
- Super Bowl XLII: Giants vs Patriots.
If you’re a NY Giants fan, if you’re an NFL fan, even if you’re a New England Patriots fan, then you need to buy this collection. I’ve watched the 4th, 1st and 2nd quarters of Super Bowl XLII; and you get all the meat and none of the fat.
Why Patriots fans? You may never watch it. But if this collection is a success, then the NFL may release other complete games as well. And those you will definitely want to savor.