IT'S TIME FOR THE REPLACEMENT REFS TO GO!!!!!!!!!!!!

The situation between the NFL and the referees calls for a desperate resolution. The integrity of America's game is definitely being challenged right now. Everyone knew the day would come when the replacements refs would be the direct cause of a team losing. That day would be last night, when the Green Bay Packers went into Seattle to play the Seahawks. The game was a defensive battle that saw two teams combine for double-digit sacks. As the game progressed into the 4th quarter, the penalties against the Packers were coming more frequently. These penalties seemed to be bail outs that benefited the Seahawks. The penalty that really got my attention, was the flag thrown against the Packers DB Sam Shields. He was flagged for interfering with Seahawks WR Sidney Rice. In my opinion, the call was ludicrous because everyone could clearly see that Sidney Rice had his hand in Shields face mask while riding his back. The call should have been offensive pass interference against Sidney Rice. The pass interference call was crucial because it helped Seattle get into scoring position. The Packers would ultimately stop the drive and get the ball back. After the Packers went three and out, the Seahawks received the ball back with 55 seconds. The last play of the game came down to a hail Mary pass from Seahawks QB Russell Wilson. The pass was caught in the endzone by  Packers DB M.D. Jennings. Any logical human being would see this as a interception, but No! not the replacement referees! When Jennings caught the ball, Seattle WR Golden Tate slipped one hand in on the ball and began to fight for it while the two men were on the ground. The two referees stepped in with indecisiveness. One official signaled to stop the clock which means interception, while the other official seemed to hesitate before he gave the touchdown sigh. What makes the situation even more ridiculous, is the fact that the play was reviewed and still called a touchdown. I was left to wonder " How did they rule it as a touchdown! Are they blind or just plain idiotic!) The Green Bay Packers were clearly robbed of a victory last night. If the NFL doesn't resolve this issue, I expect more games to turn out this way. Well football fans, the rest of the season will be a long one because I don't see team owners budging on their stance against the regular referees. The owners believe the league is fine, as long as their not losing money.

 

 

  

THE LITTLE GIANT THAT RESIDES IN TERRE-HAUTE

Shakir Bell is the little known " dynamo" who puts in work at Indiana State University. Shakir Bell attended Warren Central High School in Indianapolis. He was one of the top running backs in the state when he finished his  High school career. Shakir had desires of attending one of the major programs in Indiana, but was ultimately snubbed because of his size.( 5'8, 185 ) Two years ago Indiana State University decided to give him a shot. I must say "Indiana State has reaped the benefits of his talents". In his first two seasons Shakir Bell has rushed for 2,319 yards and 16 touchdowns. Bell has began his Junior season with a "Bang"! In four games he rushed for 664 yards and 5 touchdowns, to go along with a performance that was the best of any NCAA athlete last week. Shakir Bell went into the history books by rushing for 349 yards on 33 carries against Drake University. The young man averaged 10.5 yards a carry. These are numbers that should not be ignored, but Indiana State is a small school that's not mentioned amongst the major schools in the state of Indiana. I guarantee, Bell's performance would have instantly put him in the Heisman race if he attended Notre Dame. The performance would have at least been mentioned if he attended Indiana or Purdue. After looking at Shakir Bells career stats I wonder if the major programs in Indiana have regrets of not taking him. Shakir was able to make a statement in the season opener against Indiana by piling up 192 yards on 24 carries. Hopefully someone will give this young man some national recognition because he definitely deserves it.  

WHY ARE THE PATRIOTS "FREEZING" OUT WES WELKER?

The situation going on in New England has been sickening. I have been trying to be biased and not discuss my team of interest, but the treatment of Wes Welker has been horrible. Wes Welker has been one of the top pass catching threats in the NFL. He has lead the league in receptions four out of the last five years. In those four years he managed to have over one hundred receptions, which is amazing coming from a man who measures 5'9 and weighs 185 lbs. In my opinion, this current dilemma dates back to the off-season when the Patriots and Welker could not agree to a contract. Wes Welker wanted to be paid market value and the Patriots want to continue their tight-wad ways of not paying their players. It pains me to say this as a Patriots fan, but they have to be the cheapest franchise in the NFL. Over the years they have let countless All-Pro players leave because they were to cheap to pay them. The biggest effect of their penny pinching has been on the defense over the years. The depletion of their defense is the reason why they have lost 2 Superbowls in the last 4 years to the New York Giants. The Patriots need to stop freezing out Welker and get him the ball. If they plan on continuing this process, then I say " just trade him and be done with it" because this is ridiculous. Get it together Patriots !!!!!!!!!!! You have an Pro-Bowl caliber receiver, Use him !!!!!!!

IS RGIII AS GOOD AS ADVERTISED ?????????????

The opening day of the NFL season saw a rookie play the best game of the weekend. Robert Griffin III ( RGIII ) lead his Washington Redskins into hostile territory to take on Drew Brees and the high powered New Orleans Saints. The Redskins jumped out to an early lead when RGIII connected on a 10 yard slant with Pierre Garcon that he took 88 yards to the house. The Skins dominated the game for the most part, but inevitably Drew Brees would make some plays to bring his team closer. The Saints could not make the necessary plays to get over the hump.I watched the game on NFL Replay and had the premise that Washington would win the game. The atmosphere of the raucous Superdome was very quiet as RGIII continued to make plays on Sunday. The final score of the game was Skins-40, Saints-32. RGIII would finish 19 of 26 for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns. These are excellent statistics for a rookie making his first NFL start. I don't believe in proclaiming players as the "Greatest ever" after one game because he has a long career ahead of him. I do have a strong belief that he will have a Hall of Fame career when its all said and done. Robert Griffin III showed the poise of an NFL veteran with his play on Sunday. The score doesn't reflect the dominating performance of the Redskins as a whole. RGIII definitely sparked what is being called the upset of the weekend. In my opinion Robert Griffin III is as good as advertised. (no doubt)

Highlights of the The Redskins vs. The Saints

NFL- OPENING DAY IS HERE !!!!!!!!!!!!

The NFL season is finally here!

Everyone's anticipation of the upcoming season comes to an end at 1 Eastern,12 Central. The season will be opening up with some great matchups. The most anticipated games will be the Green Bay vs San Francisco pitting the high powered Packers offense against the stout 49ERS defense. Will the Packers offense generate enough points or will the Niners defense get enough pressure on Aaron Rodgers to pull out a victory? Today's games will also feature the debuts of five rookie Quarterbacks. These rookies have all made NFL history. There has never been a time when five rookies have made opening day starts. Of course the two most anticipated rookie starts belong to Andrew Luck and Robert Griffin III. ( RGIII ) Both Quarterbacks have tough matchups today. Luck and the Colts travel to Chicago to take on the Bears and RGIII has the daunting task of traveling to the Superdome and taking on the high scoring New Orleans Saints. The highlight game of the night will feature the return of Peyton Manning. Manning will play his 1st regular season game in almost 2 years because of multiple neck procedures. Manning's Denver Broncos will take on Ben Rothlisberger and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Everyone will tune in to see how Manning will perform on the field and how he takes a hit form the Pittsburgh defense. Manning health is the giant elephant in the room. People want to know if  he can take enough punishment to get through the season. Everyone will spend Sunday night anticipating that first major hit on Peyton Manning. The Steelers will be a great barometer to for him to make a statement " That he is back to being the old Peyton Manning." It is great to have the number 1 sport in America back for another 6 months. WELCOME BACK NFL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

Question: Is Allen Iverson a Hall of Famer? Answer: "HELL YEAH" he is

Allen Iverson was a 14 year veteran in the NBA. He had a career average of 26.7 points per game. The Philadelphia 76ERS took a chance by drafting the 6ft 165lb Iverson to be the savior of the franchise. The last great star in Philly before Iverson was Charles Barkley. Barkley was traded to Phoenix in 1993, and Philly endured multiple seasons of losing with no superstar in sight. Iverson brought instant excitement to the NBA when he entered the league. At that time the league had never seen a player as quick and explosive since Isiah Thomas. Iverson was the quickest man on the basketball court. He would introduce the NBA to a new version of the cross-over. Iverson's cross-over was un-guardable during those early years. Who could forget the day Iverson put the great Michael Jordan on skates. Iverson accomplished some of the highest goals in the NBA such as League MVP- 01, All-Star Game MVP- 01, 4 Scoring Titles and 11 All-Star appearances. The only accomplishment he could not achieve was winning an NBA Championship. His undermaned Sixers would lose to the L.A. Lakers in 5 games in the 2001 series. Allen Iverson will go down as one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history. Remember, Iverson is only 6ft 165 and had no problems taking the ball to the basket at will. In my opinion, he will always be remembered as the toughest little man to ever play the game. Hall-of-Famer- NO QUESTION??????????????? 

 

 

Check out some of Iverson's highlights with his rap song 40 Bars.- Enjoy