It's been a long time coming considering that there have been no posts in the last 5 months, so I figured that I would sit down and really take a crack at speaking my mind. There have been a few things that have gone on just this past weekend that is enough fuel for the fire.
Marion Jones joined the ever growing list of athletes finally admitting to the use of steroids. The steroid horse continues to be beaten to death and we have no reason to believe that it will stop any time soon.
Trent Green suffered yet another concussion this past Sunday when he attempted to throw a block during a terrible reverse. Green was doing his job (despite the feelings of most) when he went low to block Houston Texans lineman Travis Johnson. The play was legal and it's understandable that anyone would be touchy about someone coming after their knees, but it was not as though Green was blindsiding Johnson. What other option did Green have? He had no other way of stopping/containing Johnson than going low to knock him down. Johnson was completely out of line for taunting a motionless Green after the play was over, but surprisingly I'm willing to look past that because I know how emotions run high during a game. HOWEVER, there is no excuse for going to the media after the game and stating that he deserved the concussion for going after Johnson's knees. Note to Johnson: You weren't hurt, he was. Shut your mouth and move on. You play a violent game where every snap could be your last. If you don't want the risk, then go play golf.
Last night seemed oddly familiar to Chicago vs. Arizona from last year at this time. Arizona was poised to shock the world with an upset of the suddenly surging Chicago Bears, but fell short in the end which led to the now infamous rant by then head coach Dennis Green. Buffalo was looking to knock off the recent Super Bowl favorite Dallas Cowboys, but came either 1 yard, 1 bad call, or 1 botched onside kick away from doing so. There is not much to say about last night other than the fact that if Tony Romo continues to play as he did last night, then the Cowboys will end up with the same fate as Chicago did one year ago. T.O did not help matters with his more than poor performance complete with several dropped passes.
Stop putting so much stock into the NCAA Football Rankings. They will not mean anything until at least November, so stop jumping off buildings arguing against them. Bottom line is: win your games, and the rest will take care of itself. Rankings do not mean anything. When USC dismantled Nebraska everyone thought it was a statement, but now nobody looks at it that way. Michigan was ranked high at one point, remember that? Then they lost to Appalachian St. and the following week was blown out by Oregon which was coming off of a ridiculous Bowl game blowout by USC in January. Rankings do not mean a thing until the the leaves are off the trees and the Halloween candy has been distributed. Stop crying about not being ranked higher, quite frankly you should be happy with the record you have because the way the NCAA season has been going you could be bounced by a sub .500 team at any point.
The New York Yankees made their exit in the 2007 MLB post-season last night to a very solid Cleveland Indians club. Say what you want about experience, but the 1-2 punch of Sabathia and Carmona will be something to watch for in the coming years. With that said the Yankees have a handful of questions to answer this off-season regarding the status of their team and here they are (with some commentary, of course):
Will Joe Torre be back? No, but that does not mean that I agree with the decision. I feel that he is one of the few managers available that can handle this club and the pressures associated with playing in New York. I think it is a desperate move following 7 years without a World Series championship. Let us not forget how they won the first 4 with him at the helm. Home grown talent that was not anything flashy, but did their job and played as a team.
Will Rivera be back? My initial thought is no just because I feel that at 38 years old he may be ready to move on and with the high demand for a dominant closer he may be inclined to test the waters. He still is the best closer in the game and would be an asset to any team.
Jason Giambi? I say get rid of him fast. I understand that he can still crush a ball (when he gets a piece), but his prime has passed and they need someone other than him to DH or play 1rst. There will be better options out there and the money you are paying him is outrageous for the production he brings.
Jorge Posada? May test the waters and probably should. There is no reason why the Yankees cannot let him test his value and then make an offer, but we all know how their brain trust works. Posada had a great year, can still hit, can still run, still has a cannon, and still manages a game better than any other catcher in the league. However, his ties with Torre may be strong enough to allow him to leave.
Alex Rodriguez? I really do not have a feeling either way. I think Scott Boras could get him an insane contract if he opts out, but then again if the Yankees resign him long term it could be just as ridiculous. I feel as though without the pressure of New York he could perform a little better (which is crazy to think about considering the past two seasons he had), but playing next to Jeter could be just what he needs. I think it would be best for him to stay with the Yankees, but the almighty dollar looms large and that could drive him away and possibly to the NL.
A lot to digest today and I'm promising a great one for tomorrow too.
Long live sports,
DG2
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