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New MNF Crew to Debut at NFL Draft

In theory, this is a good idea. Unfortunately, Kornheiser doesn't know what he's talking about when watching NFL players, so having him dissect collegiate athletes entering the league should be interesting. Hopefully, they'll air this crew on day two when I'm already...
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From Space Needle to Kitchen Tool

Ever wonder what happened to Seattle uber prospect Ryan "the Space Needle" Anderson? He was supposed to be the next coming of Randy Johnson but after three shoulder surgeries he's throwing in the towel and picking up a dishrag. An interesting article on what happens to...
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I Heard Richard Jeni Killed Last Night

Sadly, Jeni was the last of the now extinct Platypus men.
>> www.usatoday.com/life/pe...
 

Your Early Hiesman Leader: Colt Brennan Returns to Hawaii

Colt Brennan has decided to return to the Univ. of Hawaii for his senior season a move that likely makes him the Hiesman favorite if he has a season similar to his junior campaign.* *I know some people will say Darren McFadden is the Hiesman frontrunner but we all know its a QB award :)
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Golfer Ochoa wins AP Female Athlete award in a landslide

Maybe we can stop talking about Michelle Wie now. I'm not exactly the most avid follower of the LPGA, but I'd never even heard of this woman until I read this article. For those who can only name one other female golfer, Annika Sorenstam, Ochoa knocked her off her "five...
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Bernie Kosar dreams big

Bernie claims; "UM people knew that I had been offered the president of the Cleveland Browns job. They knew I wanted to get back into football and asked if I'd be interested in the UM job. At first it was just flattering, but then I thought, 'Yeah, I'd really like...
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A Unique Graphical View of the BCS Voting

The title says it all...this is a really cool way to see and understand how the coaches voted for this years BCS championship rankings.
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La Russa Says McGwire Should Be a Hall of Famer

Cardinals' manager Tony La Russa says that he supports Big Mac all the way into the Hall of Fame. McGwire, who is seventh on the all-time home-run list, was a seven-time all star in the league. Recent scandals about his steroid use have put a question mark on his bid into the Hall...
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O.J. Special Cancelled

What a shame. This had a chance to be special. Now I just have to hope he does a "If I Did the "If I Did It" Special."
>> www.usatoday.com/life/te...
 

Kaz Matsui - Rocky Mountain High

Get ready for the second coming of Kaz Matsui. Kaz Matsui? Yeah, the guy the Mets blew $20 million for a 3 yr deal on but then eventually dumped because they were so sick of his futility. Knowing his production, even Richard Prior in Brewster's Millions would not have paid that...
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NFL Solicits Fans to Help Make Wacky Superbowl Ads

Like so many other companies, the NFL is using the collective creativity of its consumers for a new promotion. They're going to hold open tryouts in a few cities for fans to come and pitch their ideas for funny superbowl commercials. The winners will be invited to the big game...
>> www.usatoday.com/printed...
 

The Troubles of One Lawrence Phillips, Running Back

Found this piece written about a year ago about Lawrence Phillips. It ties him to his former collegiate coach, Tom Osborne, and the decision to allow him to play in the 1995 Championship Game despite charges earlier in the season of assaulting his ex-girlfriend. This comes up because...
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Sheffield critical of Torre's managerial moves

You can always count on Sheffield for a good quote. If there was any doubt that the Yankees wouldn't pick up his option, it's gone now. "I can't believe they're going to get rid of (Joe) Torre," Sheffield said of the Yankee manager, "I figured they'...
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Hopeful Future for Leinart, Arizona in Loss to Chiefs

Matt Leinart came out firing with two early touchdowns on consecutive drives against the Kansas City Chiefs. Leinart completed 22 of 35 passes overall for 253 yards. His only major mistake, a late interception, happened to be the one that cost the Cardinals the contest. Not bad...
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Jeff Reardon: Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

Reardon had been arrested for robbing a jewelry store in December, but the court decided that the medications he had been taking caused him to "exhibit emotionally unstable, hostile and manic behavior." Reardon had been taking antidepressants since his 20 year old son'...
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Anatomy of an NFL Practice

Check out this slick little interactive movie to learn a little more about how the NFL practices. Very USA Today.
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Leinart Confident and Impressive in Game 2

Matt Leinart told Dennis Green to "Call anything" in yesterday's game against the Bears, a confidence that he backed up on the field. Leinart entered the game with 5 minutes left in the second quarter, completed 12 consecutive passes, and led the Cards to a field goal and a touchdown.
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Pluto stripped of Planet title, may have link to BALCO

In the last month, Floyd Landis was caught with an abundance of testosterone. Marion Jones has tested positive for EPO. And just two days ago Justin Gatlin accepted an 8 year ban from track and field and will forfeit his share of the 100 meter world record. But none of these scandals...
>> www.usatoday.com/tech/sc...
 

Little League World Series Fences Pushed Back 20 Feet

"Steroids aren't to blame, but even the Little League is reining in its power hitters. Construction started in March to push the fences back 20 feet at the home of the Little League World Series, cutting the chances for homers and creating a more spacious outfield that should...
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Its gotta be the shoes: Reggie Bush fined for his Adidas cleats

The NFL fined Bush $10k for wearing Adidas shoes during the Saints preseason game. Because of a marketing deal, players are only allowed to wear Nike and Reebok. Bush later admitted that Adidas took care of the fine. This actually puts the league in an interesting quandry. Bush will...
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Arenas Out For World Championships

Washington Wizards point guard Gilbert Arenas will not play in the World Championships that begin on August 19th. Arenas strained his groin in practice on Monday and will no longer be with the team. The absence of Arenas will probably lessen the competition at the point-guard position.
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ESPN to Reynolds: "Don't hug it out, bitch."

It will be interesting to see how the Harold Reynolds situation shakes out in the next couple of weeks. I have to say, I am more than a little surprised as I'm sure many of you are. As a long time Mariners fan, I would have expected this kind of behavior from Henry Cotto or Scott...
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Ponder these NFL questions as 2006 kickoff nears

USATODAY tackles the biggest questions entering the 2006 NFL season. T.O., Culpepper, Martz, etc.
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