2009 NFL Draft: Selections and Opinions

Stay tuned as we update first round draft selections Round 1 Pick 1: Detroit Lions: Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia This pick was a no brainer. Almost everybody saw it coming and Detroit was able to get a deal done late Friday night. Im still not convinced that Stafford is the best QB in the draft or a great value pick. He probably has the best upside, but he also has more bust potential than Sanchez. Pick... [Read more]

Leaving High School

High school phenom Jermey Tyler has decided to forgo his senior year to play professional basketball in Europe. He is expected to enter the NBA draft in two years when eligble. The 17 year old Tyler is regarded as the top prospect in his class. At 6′11″, the junior center towers over his competition. But despite verbally committing to Louisville, Tyler is looking for tougher competition. ... [Read more]

The Art of the Logo

On Monday, the Detroit Lions officially adopted a new logo for their football team. The logo is not a complete overhaul, but was modified for a new fiecer look. After going 0-16, the Lions need to do whatever possible to separate themselves from the debacle a year ago. [Read more]  Read More →

MVP Race: Odd Man Out

The MVP race has dwindled down to three possibilities, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. However, when the award is announced, the Maurice Podoloff Trophy will be handed to the wrong player. Popular opinion has the awarded going to either Kobe or LeBron with King James be crowned the NBA’s best. And yet there should be no discussion. This should be Dwyane Wade’s award. [Read... [Read more]

2009 NFL Mock Draft

On Saturday, April 25, fans around the NFL will once again be filled with optimism as their teams look to the future. And yet, there is always drama to be found. Which top player will drop? Will any big name players move teams? Can a team turn their upcoming season around with their additions? These are just some of the many questions that will be asked draft day. The following is our scenario for... [Read more]

A Big Risk and Great Opportunity

Coach Rich Rodriguez has extended former Duke basketball player Greg Paulus a chance to compete for the starting quarterback job at Michigan this fall. This is a great opportunity for Paulus, however from the Wolverines point of view, this is a headscratcher. [Read more]  Read More →