Welcome to the NFL Boys and Girls.  Today, the New “Hines Ward” Rule takes effect.  Those lovely owners sitting in their digs in southern California decided a blindside block if it comes from the blocker’s helmet, forearm or shoulder and lands to the head or neck area of the defender is illegal. One of the [...]

Things I just don’t do:
1. Bet on my team.
2. Play Fantasy Football
3. Watch football in a bar
Why?  Well, as all my friends would attest, I like to seriously *watch* the game.  In a bar, people are talking, screaming, in your face, asking questions, taking up space, whatever.  I want to be at home. Preferably in [...]

OK, Ravens fans – what’s the deal with the no night time games in Pittsburgh?
Those are the most coveted (and watched) prime time slots….so, it’s not really about the lights? It’s about playing in Pittsburgh under the lights?  I don’t really care where we play, or when – you know it will be good…BUT, don’t [...]

I try not to mix my politics and my football, but sometimes they just happen to overlap – like when President Obama nominated Mr. Rooney as Ambassodar to Ireland earlier this week.
I say good choice Mr. President – no one better suited for the job.  Maybe he will get them to play football in Ireland, [...]

Nate Washington, the Steelers #3wide out, has signed a deal with the Titans.  I’m not surprised, but I am a little sad.  His numbers don’t make you scream “best wide receiver ever” with 40 receptions for 631 yards and 3 touchdowns, but Nate could be counted on.  When Hines was out, Nate did a great job [...]