Bloggers Blogging Their Blogs

Greetings, all. I've been putting in a bunch of time over at CSM, so that's why this is the first post of the week. For today's minute, click here. But just because I'm not pumping out a ton of NFL love here, it doesn't mean you shouldn't get to check out what others are saying...

- By now, you've likely heard about the Kelly Tilghman/Tiger Woods fiasco. How she didn't know that the words "lynching" and "Tiger" shouldn't go together is beyond me. But Rumors and Rants thinks Kelly's a softy, and offers some advice. And yes, I know it's not football related - it's just a good post. [Rumors and Rants]

- Clemson's Aaron Kelly is reportedly leaving for the NFL. Let's just say he won't be pulling a 99 in the strength category for next season's edition of Madden. [NFL FanHouse]

- BallHype is rolling out a series on tortured franchises. While I await the Cleveland [enter team here] edition, check out today's version on the Philadelphia Eagles. [BallHype]

- The Jaguars are apparently jumping on the "New England Cheated" bandwagon. Do we really need to get them riled up for the playoffs? [Awful Announcing]

- Niners Nation weighs in on the hiring of Mike Martz. Too bad their first round pick goes to New Englad this year, they could have drafted a nice receiver. Right, Charles Rodgers? [Niners Nation]

That's it for now. I hope to weigh in on some thoughts regarding the Colts and Jags in the next day or so. Come back soon!

TO and the Return of the Picks!

Now these Thursday games hurt me a bit because I have very little time to adjust my fantasy football lineup during the week. Thus, I missed out on about 20 points from Green Bay running back Ryan Grant, scoring twice with a bevy of yardage.

One player who is a mainstay in the linuep, and thankfully, is Mr. Terrell Owens. I turned the game off at half time and Owens had already garnered 147 yards and a touchdown. Not too bad. And big thanks to Fan IQ for this pic...



No word on if the popcorn is considered a prop, or if T.O. was just hungry. Either way, he continues to be OK with ME!

And now to the picks. It's been a few weeks, but it may have been for the better as my fiancé went 13-3 in her first week making some selections. But hey, whatever brings in the money.

Jacksonville (+6.5) over INDIANAPOLIS
I liked this one a lot better when it was at 7, but I'm not going to let a little movement scare me away. Indy barely beat Kansas City on the road a few weeks ago and will be facing a defense that may just win the division - assuming they can win this one straight up. Thankfully, that's why we get points.

New York Giants (-1.5) over CHICAGO
It's like the battle of the awful quarterbacks. Since we'll just go ahead and net them out, you have to just go with the team that has the better supporting cast. Of course, if the G-Men decide that they'll be cute and kick the ball to Devin Hester all day, then this is pointless. Assuming common sense is a bitch sometimes, but if I think they'll win straight up, 1.5 isn't much to give. I hope.

ST. LOUIS (-3) over Atlanta
St. Louie looks a hell of a lot better lately than the 2-9 that their record shows. They've won two of three, they have Stephen Jackson back, and they're playing Atlanta for crying out loud. Thinking here is the line was set so low because the Rams have a back-up QB playing. Vegas obviously hasn't watched Marc Bulger much this season.

San Francisco (+3) over CAROLINA
So I pick up Arizona's defense last week in my league because they're playing a Niners team that put up about 15 combined points over the past month. That worked really well. If Frank Gore looks anything like he did last week, it'll be enough to cover. Good thing that no one will have to actually witness this game outside of the Tanner Family and Charlotte. Yes. That was a Full House reference. You love it.

Good luck, all.

Morning YouTubness: MJDefense

Happy Monday, all. A solid week of NFL games about to be finished off tonight. Unfortunately, Indianapolis folded like a lawn chair and New England is still undefeated - but failed to cover the spread, if that matters.

I now direct your attention to this Jacksonville Jaguars interception. While they got drilled by the Saints, check out Jason Craft getting drilled by Maurice Jones-Drew. Get this guy on special teams!

Banned Substance?

Word on the street is that Jacksonville Jaguars defensive lineman Marcus Stroud has been busted for banned substances. Radio station 1010XL (via The FanHouse) states that the "substance" apparently violates the NFL's policy on steroids.

The Jags are awaiting results from a secondary test on the lineman to figure out whether or not they will be sans Stroud for four games.

Regardless of the results, I'd like to remind people that Travis Henry tested positive for a FEDERALLY ILLEGAL substance in marijuana, but is "weeks away" from his hearing on the matter. Performance enhancing substances apparently get immediate attention, but those that dabble into the drugs get to play for a few weeks leading up to their trial. You tell me.

Steroid Suspension Looming... [NFL FanHouse]

Morning YouTubeness: Live TV Strikes Again

Nothing better for your Tuesday morning coffee drinking than a clip from last night's game. It's even better when said footage has absolutely nothing to do with the game itself.

Make sure you keep your eye out for the guy that has a bit of creativity with his "thundersticks."



Just another testament for why the DVR is the greatest thing ever.

(Edit: Just saw that Mr. I was all over this - Dudes are connected!)

So Long, Timmy

It isn't a week in the NFL without some suspensions being handed down.

What is great about the latest (and possibly greatest) is that it does not even involve a current NFL Player.

ProFootballTalk reports that former Browns Packers Jaguars quarterback Tim Couch has been suspended for six games for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

If you recall, Couch actually admitted to using Human Growth Hormone (HGH) in his attempt to get back in to the NFL.

If you're wondering how suspensions are handled for players currently not rostered, the suspensions would not begin until he is signed by a team. Thus, if anyone is looking for a diamond in the rough like Couch, they could sign him today and he would be eligible to come play by week 10.

As PFT puts it best:

It's theoretically possible that all current NFL quarterbacks lose their throwing arms in bye week farm accidents.

In that case, teams may want to get some insurance, and fast.

Extra, Extra...

A few news updates to mention today now that week 2 is in the books...

Looks like all of the Brandon Jackson hype may be all for naught. Also looks like fantasy owners will want to steer clear of yet another committee. [Green Bay Press-Gazette]

Lovie Smith puts wide receiver Mark Bradley in his place: the sidelines. [Chicago Tribune]

Jack Del Rio isn't happy with Matt Jones. As if being passed by Dennis Northcutt on the depth chart wasn't humiliating enough. [Florida Times Union]

Eli Manning continues to be tougher than Brandon Jacobs. [New York Daily News]

The Falcons are taking a gander at Byron Leftwich. Odd, I thought Joey Harrington was the answer. This is assuming that the question was "Who's going to be absolutely awful this season?" [Atlanta Journal-Constitution]

And finally, The Tank could be rolling into Dallas. Of course, this would be after his suspension is lifted. [Dallas Morning News]

No, Seriously

If I were asked to compile a list of NFL players I thought may be on steroids, or may have done steroids at one time, there would be a number of names jotted down. One you would likely not find? Tim Couch.

Reports are circulating that the former number one overall selection had a regimen that included the use of Human Growth Hormone (HGH), a substance banned by the NFL, during his three-year leave from the league.

There appears to be a grey area for right now, as Couch claims that these reported documents are not true.

The documents allegedly prepared for Couch were provided by a source who requested anonymity because he said he fears for his safety. He is a former associate of Brian Yusem, a self-styled nutritionist in Boca Raton, Fla., who has worked with Couch since January 2006.

Yusem called the documents "worthless" and added, "Just because somebody prints something and says this is the protocol I would suggest doesn't mean somebody has the obligation to do it or did it."

Couch had admitted to using HGH when he was recovering from shoulder surgery, but stressed that he had not used steroids. Think that Couch's recent release from the Jaguars had anything to do with this? Not if you ask the team. A Jaguars spokesman said the team was unaware of allegations that Couch had used steroids and human growth hormone. Dan Edwards, the Jaguars spokesman, said the decision to release Couch was based solely on the team's logjam at the quarterback position.

No word on whether it was because he was the only white quarterback on the roster. I expect reports to continue on both matters.

(Yahoo! Sports)

Weekend Wrap-Up

I haven't really decided what I'm going to do about the weekends. I, for one, would rather be outside with a beer - nowhere near a computer - but maybe that's just me. So for now, I think I'll just sprinkle a few links regarding what went on over the last 48 hours or so. Suggestions are definitely welcome.

In a love story for the ages, Chris Cooley will be marrying his longtime girlfriend. She just so happens to be an ex-Redskins cheerleader, who was booted from the squad for dating the tight end. I love that they call him Captain Chaos in D.C.

Romeo Crennel took a huge stance by electing to have his starting quarterback decided by a coin toss. No, really.

Despite all of the hype and youtubness about PacMan Jones' wrestling debut, it appears that the Titans want nothing of the sort. This comes as a big surprise considering he was a first round slection and all.

The Jaguars apparently had a rough night. Tim Couch is likely second-guessing that whole contract thing. (h/t to the Fanhouse)

A few suspensions were handed down.

No Michael Vick? No problem, as that Joey Harrington guy did alright. Yes, the Falcons lost to the Jets, but hey...think positive.

And finally, Steely McBeam. The Steelers new mascot with the questionable-at-best name. Yea, well it appears that Pittsbugh isn't a big fan. I'm sure pictures like this don't help much.

That's all she wrote folks. Until tomorrow...