The NFL released the schedules tonight and the Cincinnati Bengals will be shown during primetime three times during the regular season.
The Bengals 2012 schedule is below:
PRESEASON
Fri., Aug. 10, N.Y. JETS, 7:30 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 16, at Atlanta (FOX), 8 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 23, GREEN BAY, 7 p.m.
Thurs., Aug. 30, at Indianapolis, 7 p.m.
REGULAR SEASON
Mon., Sept. 10, at Baltimore (ESPN), 7 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 16, CLEVELAND, 1 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 23, at Washington, 1 p.m.
Sun., Sept. 30, at Jacksonville, 4:05 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 7, MIAMI, 1 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 14, at Cleveland, 1 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 21, PITTSBURGH (NBC), 8:20 p.m.
Sun., Oct. 28, — BYE —
Sun., Nov. 4, DENVER, 1 p.m.
Sun., Nov. 11, N.Y. GIANTS, 1 p.m.
Sun., Nov. 18, at Kansas City*, 1 p.m.
Sun., Nov. 25, OAKLAND*, 1 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 2, at San Diego*, 4:15 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 9, DALLAS*, 1 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 13, at Philadelphia (NFL Network), 8:20 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 23, at Pittsburgh*, 1 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 30, BALTIMORE*, 1 p.m.
* Denotes flex game
So based on this schedule, how many wins are Dalton, Green and the rest of the Bengals looking at this season?
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Gomez strikes late to give Bayern an edge
In a much hyped UEFA Champions League Semifinal between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, Bayern striker Mario Gomez gave the Germans a 2-1 aggregate lead, with a 90th minute goal.
The atmosphere at the Allianz Arena in Munich was electric and the crowd didn't have to wait long to explode.
Frank Ribery got the Germans on the board first with a goal in the 17th minute. Bayern kept the 1-0 lead seven minutes into the second half until Mesut Ozil tied the game for the Spanish giants.
Mario Gomez gave Bayern the crucial 2-1 victory heading into the second leg matchup in Madrid.
Highlights are below, courteousy of FoxSoccer.com.
The atmosphere at the Allianz Arena in Munich was electric and the crowd didn't have to wait long to explode.
Frank Ribery got the Germans on the board first with a goal in the 17th minute. Bayern kept the 1-0 lead seven minutes into the second half until Mesut Ozil tied the game for the Spanish giants.
Mario Gomez gave Bayern the crucial 2-1 victory heading into the second leg matchup in Madrid.
Highlights are below, courteousy of FoxSoccer.com.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Stanley Cup playoffs delivering
This years edition of the Stanley Cup Playoffs have been incredible and we are only two days in.
There were some great games on Wednesday with the best game being the Philadelphia/Pittsburgh matchup.
The Pittsburgh Penguins were up 3-0 before the Philadelphia Flyers stormed back, scoring 4 unanswered goals, defeating the Pens 4-3 in overtime.
The Flyers lead the best of 7 series 1-0.
Other scores:
Nashville Predators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 to take a 1-0 series lead.
The biggest surprise came in Vancouver as the #8 seed Los Angeles Kings defeated the top seeded Vancouver Canucks 4-2. The Kings lead that series 1-0 as well.
Tonights games provided plenty of drama as well, with the Bruins and Sharks both taking a 1-0 series lead, by winning their respective games in overtime. The Bruins defeated Washington 1-0 in overtime, while the San Jose Sharks defeated the St. Louis Blues 3-2 in double overtime.
In the other early game, the top seeded team in the East, the New York Rangers knocked off the Ottawa Senators by a score of 4-2 to take the 1-0 series lead.
Currently, the Phoenix Coyotes lead the Chicago Blackhawks, 3-2, in the second intermission.
There were some great games on Wednesday with the best game being the Philadelphia/Pittsburgh matchup.
The Pittsburgh Penguins were up 3-0 before the Philadelphia Flyers stormed back, scoring 4 unanswered goals, defeating the Pens 4-3 in overtime.
The Flyers lead the best of 7 series 1-0.
Other scores:
Nashville Predators defeated the Detroit Red Wings 3-2 to take a 1-0 series lead.
The biggest surprise came in Vancouver as the #8 seed Los Angeles Kings defeated the top seeded Vancouver Canucks 4-2. The Kings lead that series 1-0 as well.
Tonights games provided plenty of drama as well, with the Bruins and Sharks both taking a 1-0 series lead, by winning their respective games in overtime. The Bruins defeated Washington 1-0 in overtime, while the San Jose Sharks defeated the St. Louis Blues 3-2 in double overtime.
In the other early game, the top seeded team in the East, the New York Rangers knocked off the Ottawa Senators by a score of 4-2 to take the 1-0 series lead.
Currently, the Phoenix Coyotes lead the Chicago Blackhawks, 3-2, in the second intermission.
Reds drop first game of road trip
There was much drama this afternoon at Nationals Park, as the Washington Nationals defeated the Cincinnati Reds by a score of 3-2.
The Reds were shut down for 8 innings before Ryan Ludwick bailed the Reds out with a game-tying, 2 run single in the 9th inning. That was all for not as Alfredo Simon tossed a wild pitch, with 2 outs in the bottom of the 10th, allowing Nationals Ryan Zimmerman to score the winning run.
Nationals starter, Gio Gonzalez, who was acquired earlier from the Oakland Athletics, was dominant holding the Reds lineup to only 2 hits. Gonzalez struck out 7 in 7 innings.
Mat Latos gave up 2 runs in 5 innings for the Reds.
The Nationals (5-2) are currently in first place in the NL East.
Game Two of this series is tomorrow with Bronson Arroyo (0-0 5.68) going for the Reds against Jordan Zimmermann (0-1 1.29) of the Nats.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 pm.
The Reds were shut down for 8 innings before Ryan Ludwick bailed the Reds out with a game-tying, 2 run single in the 9th inning. That was all for not as Alfredo Simon tossed a wild pitch, with 2 outs in the bottom of the 10th, allowing Nationals Ryan Zimmerman to score the winning run.
Nationals starter, Gio Gonzalez, who was acquired earlier from the Oakland Athletics, was dominant holding the Reds lineup to only 2 hits. Gonzalez struck out 7 in 7 innings.
Mat Latos gave up 2 runs in 5 innings for the Reds.
The Nationals (5-2) are currently in first place in the NL East.
Game Two of this series is tomorrow with Bronson Arroyo (0-0 5.68) going for the Reds against Jordan Zimmermann (0-1 1.29) of the Nats.
First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 pm.
Premier League race over?
Defending Premier League Champions, Manchester United, were shockingly defeated by Wigan Athletic, 1-0, on Wednesday.
Nobody expected United to drop the three points to Wigan. The loss, coupled with a Manchester City win, has tightened up the Barclays Premier League title race.
United (79 points) now lead City (74 points) by only 5 points, with the bitter rivals set to meet later this month.
In other soccer news, American Clint Dempsey continues to tear up the Barclays Premier League for Fulham. Dempsey is 4th in the Premier League in scoring with 16 goals. With Dempsey playing as well as he is, there is much speculation that he will be leaving Fulham this summer. Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City are all said to be interested in Dempsey's services.
If Dempsey were to leave Fulham for one of the bigger clubs in English soccer, this will definitely be a boost for Dempsey and American soccer.
Nobody expected United to drop the three points to Wigan. The loss, coupled with a Manchester City win, has tightened up the Barclays Premier League title race.
United (79 points) now lead City (74 points) by only 5 points, with the bitter rivals set to meet later this month.
In other soccer news, American Clint Dempsey continues to tear up the Barclays Premier League for Fulham. Dempsey is 4th in the Premier League in scoring with 16 goals. With Dempsey playing as well as he is, there is much speculation that he will be leaving Fulham this summer. Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City are all said to be interested in Dempsey's services.
If Dempsey were to leave Fulham for one of the bigger clubs in English soccer, this will definitely be a boost for Dempsey and American soccer.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
TNA Lockdown Preview
For all of you professional wrestling fans out there, The 2 Sports Freaks have added a pro wrestling section.
The section will be covered by contributor Kirk Metzler.
This Sunday, in Nashville, TNA needs to deliver.
Lockdown is TNA’s second biggest show of the year, with every match being held in a steel cage.
It's going to be brutal, high-flying and there will be lots of blood.
I went to Lockdown last year in Cincinnati and it was awesome!
Guys were jumping off the top of the cage and AJ styles made an epic return.
I am going to take a couple of minutes and give my opinion on the matches Sunday.
Gail Kim v Velvet Sky
This match, I hope Gail Kim wins because Velvet Sky cannot run the ropes and is a horrible wrestler. Enough said about this match.
Winner: Gail Kim
MotorCity Machine Guns v Magnus and Samoa Joe
I think The MotorCity Machine Guns need to win this match because they define the tag team division. They have the moves and are very exciting to watch. Magnus and Joe have had the titles too long and it's time for some new champs.
Winners: MotorCity Machine Guns
Jeff Hardy v Kurt Angle
This match is going to steal the show. Both of these guys are crazy and they will do some crazy stuff off the cage. With Kurt Angle's hamstring bothering him, I don’t know how effective he will be in this match. However, Jeff Hardy needs to win this match because he has shown that he gotten rid of his demons.
Winner: Jeff Hardy
Team Eric Bischoff v Team Garett Bischoff
What's interesting about this match is if Garett's team wins, Eric Bischoff has to change his name and cannot use the name Eric Bischoff ever again. However, if Eric's team wins, Garett cannot wrestle for TNA. So the stakes are high in this match. However, I do not think Garett is a wrestler and he does not belong.
Winner: Team Eric Bischoff
Crimson v Matt Morgan
This feud needs to end after Lockdown because both guys don't have chemistry in the ring together. Both men have potential to be main eventers, but they don't click together. Hopefully, they prove me wrong this Sunday and have one heck of a match. I pick Matt Morgan to end Crimson's unbeaten streak. It's time for Matt to start going after the Heavyweight Championship.
Winner: Matt Morgan
World Heavyweight Championship:
James Storm VS. Bobby Roode
Old tag team partners going at it. Both of these men used to be in the tag team "Beer Money." This will be an intense match and both men will put it on the line. James Storm has been training hard for this match, and he needs to get the belt back. However, I don’t see Roode losing the belt for a while.
Winner: Bobby Roode
Everyone, please tune in this Sunday!! Last years Lockdown delivered, I can’t wait to see what is in store for this years event. Also, the immortal Hulk Hogan is in charge, so I wonder what he has up his sleeve.
The section will be covered by contributor Kirk Metzler.
This Sunday, in Nashville, TNA needs to deliver.
Lockdown is TNA’s second biggest show of the year, with every match being held in a steel cage.
It's going to be brutal, high-flying and there will be lots of blood.
I went to Lockdown last year in Cincinnati and it was awesome!
Guys were jumping off the top of the cage and AJ styles made an epic return.
I am going to take a couple of minutes and give my opinion on the matches Sunday.
Gail Kim v Velvet Sky
This match, I hope Gail Kim wins because Velvet Sky cannot run the ropes and is a horrible wrestler. Enough said about this match.
Winner: Gail Kim
MotorCity Machine Guns v Magnus and Samoa Joe
I think The MotorCity Machine Guns need to win this match because they define the tag team division. They have the moves and are very exciting to watch. Magnus and Joe have had the titles too long and it's time for some new champs.
Winners: MotorCity Machine Guns
Jeff Hardy v Kurt Angle
This match is going to steal the show. Both of these guys are crazy and they will do some crazy stuff off the cage. With Kurt Angle's hamstring bothering him, I don’t know how effective he will be in this match. However, Jeff Hardy needs to win this match because he has shown that he gotten rid of his demons.
Winner: Jeff Hardy
Team Eric Bischoff v Team Garett Bischoff
What's interesting about this match is if Garett's team wins, Eric Bischoff has to change his name and cannot use the name Eric Bischoff ever again. However, if Eric's team wins, Garett cannot wrestle for TNA. So the stakes are high in this match. However, I do not think Garett is a wrestler and he does not belong.
Winner: Team Eric Bischoff
Crimson v Matt Morgan
This feud needs to end after Lockdown because both guys don't have chemistry in the ring together. Both men have potential to be main eventers, but they don't click together. Hopefully, they prove me wrong this Sunday and have one heck of a match. I pick Matt Morgan to end Crimson's unbeaten streak. It's time for Matt to start going after the Heavyweight Championship.
Winner: Matt Morgan
World Heavyweight Championship:
James Storm VS. Bobby Roode
Old tag team partners going at it. Both of these men used to be in the tag team "Beer Money." This will be an intense match and both men will put it on the line. James Storm has been training hard for this match, and he needs to get the belt back. However, I don’t see Roode losing the belt for a while.
Winner: Bobby Roode
Everyone, please tune in this Sunday!! Last years Lockdown delivered, I can’t wait to see what is in store for this years event. Also, the immortal Hulk Hogan is in charge, so I wonder what he has up his sleeve.
Playoff hockey is here
It is that time of the year.
Sixteen teams begin their long trek toward hoisting Lord Stanley's cup.
I am here to give you my fearless predictions for this years first round and Stanley Cup champion.
Eastern Conference:
Rangers over Senators in 5
Bruins over Capitals in 7
Devils over Panthers in 6
Penguins over Flyers in 7
Western Conference:
Kings over Canucks in 7
Blues over Sharks in 6
Blackhawks over Coyotes in 7
Preds over Red Wings in 6
Stanley Cup Finals:
Penguins over Blues in 6
Conn Smythe: Evgeni Malkin
Sixteen teams begin their long trek toward hoisting Lord Stanley's cup.
I am here to give you my fearless predictions for this years first round and Stanley Cup champion.
Eastern Conference:
Rangers over Senators in 5
Bruins over Capitals in 7
Devils over Panthers in 6
Penguins over Flyers in 7
Western Conference:
Kings over Canucks in 7
Blues over Sharks in 6
Blackhawks over Coyotes in 7
Preds over Red Wings in 6
Stanley Cup Finals:
Penguins over Blues in 6
Conn Smythe: Evgeni Malkin
Ozzie suspended
Miami Marlins manager Ozzie Guillen is once again in the news for his mouth.
Guillen who has never been afraid to speak his mind, is certainly regretting his last comments. Guillen stated that he "admired" Cuban dictator Fidel Castro.
Not a smart thing to say, when you're ballpark is located in the Little Havana section of Miami.
There are numerous Cuban groups calling for the firing of Guillen. The Marlins have responded to those requests, however, they suspended Guillen for five games.
Those same groups are calling for the boycot of Marlins games.
Ozzie should not be fired for these comments. However, if this causes an issue for Marlins management and them losing money because nobody is going to the games, then Guillen should be gone. Baseball is a business and if the Marlins are not filling that stadium because of the actions of Guillen, then something needs to be done.
Guillen sincerely apologized for those comments yesterday at a press conference in Miami.
Time will only tell if the people will forgive Guillen for his comments. However, one thing is certain, they will always be fresh in the minds of those people.
Guillen who has never been afraid to speak his mind, is certainly regretting his last comments. Guillen stated that he "admired" Cuban dictator Fidel Castro.
Not a smart thing to say, when you're ballpark is located in the Little Havana section of Miami.
There are numerous Cuban groups calling for the firing of Guillen. The Marlins have responded to those requests, however, they suspended Guillen for five games.
Those same groups are calling for the boycot of Marlins games.
Ozzie should not be fired for these comments. However, if this causes an issue for Marlins management and them losing money because nobody is going to the games, then Guillen should be gone. Baseball is a business and if the Marlins are not filling that stadium because of the actions of Guillen, then something needs to be done.
Guillen sincerely apologized for those comments yesterday at a press conference in Miami.
Time will only tell if the people will forgive Guillen for his comments. However, one thing is certain, they will always be fresh in the minds of those people.
Another EPL Opponent for MLS All-Stars
According to a report on FoxSoccer.com, the MLS All-Stars will be taking on one of England's big clubs.
London based Chelsea F.C. will be the opponent in this years Major League Soccer All-Star game, in Philadelphia, on July 25.
Chelsea will be in the United States for their summer preseason tour.
They will be taking on the Seattle Sounders in July, with that date to be announced at a later time.
London based Chelsea F.C. will be the opponent in this years Major League Soccer All-Star game, in Philadelphia, on July 25.
Chelsea will be in the United States for their summer preseason tour.
They will be taking on the Seattle Sounders in July, with that date to be announced at a later time.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Reds drop another to Cards
The Cincinnati Reds wasted a great pitching performance by Mike Leake tonight, as they dropped game two of the three game series against the Cardinals, 3-1.
The Cardinals only needed homeruns from Carlos Beltran and last seasons World Series MVP, David Freese to knock off the Reds.
Leake gave up a first inning home run to Beltran, and a fourth inning 2-run blast to Freese.
Kyle Lohse continued his hot start by shutting down the Reds for his second win of the season.
The Cardinals begin the season 5-1 and look like a team who does not miss Albert Pujols.
The final game of the three game series takes place Wednesday afternoon at 12:35.
The pitching matchup tomorrow has Reds ace Johnny Cueto against Jaime Garcia of the Cards. The game will be shown on the MLB Network.
The Cardinals only needed homeruns from Carlos Beltran and last seasons World Series MVP, David Freese to knock off the Reds.
Leake gave up a first inning home run to Beltran, and a fourth inning 2-run blast to Freese.
Kyle Lohse continued his hot start by shutting down the Reds for his second win of the season.
The Cardinals begin the season 5-1 and look like a team who does not miss Albert Pujols.
The final game of the three game series takes place Wednesday afternoon at 12:35.
The pitching matchup tomorrow has Reds ace Johnny Cueto against Jaime Garcia of the Cards. The game will be shown on the MLB Network.
American MMA Championships
Image taken from AmericanMMAChampionships.com
If you are a fan of MMA, then you need to head down to US Bank Arena this weekend for some fantastic MMA action.
The following was taken from the American MMA Championships website:
Charles Reed, world-class professional MMA trainer, in conjunction with
Shawn Meyer and RAMA Promotions will host on April 14, 2012 the semi-final championship and on June 2, 2012 the final championship event that, as the first of its kind, will incontestably name State MMA Champions in every weight division.
For more information please check out The Takedown MMA Radio Show, The American MMA Championships or Rama Promotions.
Cincinnati no longer a small market
Admit it, we did not see this coming.
Once owner Bob Castellini opened up his checkbook and signed Joey Votto to the fourth richest contract in MLB history, most of us thought it was a foregone conclusion they couldn't keep Brandon Phillips as well.
Well, we were wrong.
Today, Phillips and the Reds agreed on a 6 year, $72.5 million contract.
With this contract a couple of things happen.
First, the Reds have a number of their key pieces locked up long term.
Second, this now removes the Reds from the "small market" category.
The "Small Market" Reds have committed over $300 million to two players, thus making it impossible for the Reds to continue to push the fact they are a small market club.
This city always complains about having a winner. Well, Mr. Castellini has done his part, now it is time for the fans to put our money where our mouth is, and show up to some games.
Once owner Bob Castellini opened up his checkbook and signed Joey Votto to the fourth richest contract in MLB history, most of us thought it was a foregone conclusion they couldn't keep Brandon Phillips as well.
Well, we were wrong.
Today, Phillips and the Reds agreed on a 6 year, $72.5 million contract.
With this contract a couple of things happen.
First, the Reds have a number of their key pieces locked up long term.
Second, this now removes the Reds from the "small market" category.
The "Small Market" Reds have committed over $300 million to two players, thus making it impossible for the Reds to continue to push the fact they are a small market club.
This city always complains about having a winner. Well, Mr. Castellini has done his part, now it is time for the fans to put our money where our mouth is, and show up to some games.
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Report: Zimmer to Fins
According to ProFootballTalk.com's Mike Florio, the Miami Dolphins are looking to name Bengals Defensive Coordinator Mike Zimmer as their next head coach.
The details can be found in this story from the Cincinnati Enquirer.
The details can be found in this story from the Cincinnati Enquirer.
First Grand Slam event of 2012
Today begins one of my favorite tennis tournaments, the Austrailian Open. The Austrailian Open is the first Grand Slam event on the tennis calendar.
All the information regarding the tournament can be found here.
The tournament can be seen on ESPN, ESPN2 and the Tennis Channel.
Brockbusta's singles tournament champions: Men's - Rafael Nadal
Women's - Caroline Wozniacki
All the information regarding the tournament can be found here.
The tournament can be seen on ESPN, ESPN2 and the Tennis Channel.
Brockbusta's singles tournament champions: Men's - Rafael Nadal
Women's - Caroline Wozniacki
Brockbusta's Divisional Playoff picks...Part Deux
After correctly picking 1 out of the 2 games yesterday, thanks New Orleans, I am going to nail both games today.
Texans @ Ravens
1:00 pm EST (CBS)
This should be a pretty good game. The key to this game is Ravens running back Ray Rice. If Rice and the Ravens can run the ball successfully today, they will win this game.
The Texans run defense will be tested today. If they can shut down Rice and force Flacco to beat them in the air, it bodes well for the Texans.
On the flip side, Texans running back Arian Foster will be key for the Texans offense. The less of the load that is placed on rookie quarterback TJ Yates, the better off the Texans are. If Foster can get going today, I look for the Texans to control the clock and wear down the Ravens defense.
Brockbusta's pick: Ravens 24 - Texans 14
Giants @ Packers
4:30 pm EST (FOX)
This is a playoff rematch from their 2007 NFC Championship. These two teams met in a classic earlier this season in New York.
After the Giants tied the game at 35 with a minute left, Aaron Rogers led the Packers down the field on like 3 plays and Mason Crosby kicked the game winning field goal.
Most people thought this would be the best game of the weekend, however, it will be tough to top the Saints/49ers game from yesterday.
The Giants defense can definitely stop the Packers, but the question is, will they?
Brockbusta's pick: Packers 35 - Giants 28
Texans @ Ravens
1:00 pm EST (CBS)
This should be a pretty good game. The key to this game is Ravens running back Ray Rice. If Rice and the Ravens can run the ball successfully today, they will win this game.
The Texans run defense will be tested today. If they can shut down Rice and force Flacco to beat them in the air, it bodes well for the Texans.
On the flip side, Texans running back Arian Foster will be key for the Texans offense. The less of the load that is placed on rookie quarterback TJ Yates, the better off the Texans are. If Foster can get going today, I look for the Texans to control the clock and wear down the Ravens defense.
Brockbusta's pick: Ravens 24 - Texans 14
Giants @ Packers
4:30 pm EST (FOX)
This is a playoff rematch from their 2007 NFC Championship. These two teams met in a classic earlier this season in New York.
After the Giants tied the game at 35 with a minute left, Aaron Rogers led the Packers down the field on like 3 plays and Mason Crosby kicked the game winning field goal.
Most people thought this would be the best game of the weekend, however, it will be tough to top the Saints/49ers game from yesterday.
The Giants defense can definitely stop the Packers, but the question is, will they?
Brockbusta's pick: Packers 35 - Giants 28
Miami hockey going outside?
There is word that the Miami University hockey team will be playing an outdoor game at Soldier Field, in Chicago, against Notre Dame in February of 2013.
Thank you to our friends at the Redskin Warriors Miami Hockey blog for the breaking news.
Stay tuned as a lot of details need to be ironed out still, so there is a real possibility this will not be happening.
Follow us here at The 2 Sports Freaks for any news on this event.
Thank you to our friends at the Redskin Warriors Miami Hockey blog for the breaking news.
Stay tuned as a lot of details need to be ironed out still, so there is a real possibility this will not be happening.
Follow us here at The 2 Sports Freaks for any news on this event.
UC and X both victorious
Both the Cincinnati Bearcats and Xavier Musketeers were victorious in their games on Saturday.
The Bearcats defeated Villanova 82-78 at the Fifth Third Arena. The win improved the Bearcats record to 14-4 overall.
Xavier moved to 12-5 overall with a 77-64 victory over St. Bonaventure at the Cintas Center.
The Bearcats defeated Villanova 82-78 at the Fifth Third Arena. The win improved the Bearcats record to 14-4 overall.
Xavier moved to 12-5 overall with a 77-64 victory over St. Bonaventure at the Cintas Center.
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Brockbusta's NFL playoff preview
This is probably the best weekend of NFL football.
Eight teams, four games with a place in the conference championship games at stake.
Saints at 49ers
4:30 pm EST (Fox)
This should be a very good game but I think Drew Brees and the Saints have too much firepower. They should have just enough to move on in this game.
Brockbusta's game pick: Saints 24 - 49ers 21
Broncos at Patriots
8:00 pm EST (CBS)
The Tebow fairytale comes to an end. Tom Brady and the Patriots offense will be too much for the Broncos defense.
They will put up too many points for Tebow to overcome.
Tebow has been the most talked about person in the NFL. Unfortunately, the ride ends with a thud.
The Broncos defense will play well but they wont be able to minimize the damage.
Brockbusta's game pick: Patriots 28 - Broncos 10
Eight teams, four games with a place in the conference championship games at stake.
Saints at 49ers
4:30 pm EST (Fox)
This should be a very good game but I think Drew Brees and the Saints have too much firepower. They should have just enough to move on in this game.
Brockbusta's game pick: Saints 24 - 49ers 21
Broncos at Patriots
8:00 pm EST (CBS)
The Tebow fairytale comes to an end. Tom Brady and the Patriots offense will be too much for the Broncos defense.
They will put up too many points for Tebow to overcome.
Tebow has been the most talked about person in the NFL. Unfortunately, the ride ends with a thud.
The Broncos defense will play well but they wont be able to minimize the damage.
Brockbusta's game pick: Patriots 28 - Broncos 10
Hot Stove chatter
If you are like me, you are getting pretty excited for the fact that pitchers and catchers report next month.
According to sources, top free agent first baseman, Prince Fielder is currently visiting the Texas Rangers.
The teams that are in the Fielder sweepstakes are the Marlins, Orioles, Rangers, Brewers and Nationals. The Cubs and Blue Jays are still in the picture but the others seem to be the front runners.
The Rangers are also making serious progress in contract talks with Yu Darvish. The Rangers paid over $50 million just to talk with Darvish. Darvish is a tall right handed pitcher who has done extremely well in Japan.
Also, the Reds are very interested in free agent outfielder Ryan Ludwick. I would really love to see the Reds sign Ludwick. He would be a welcomed addition in the outfield.
According to sources, top free agent first baseman, Prince Fielder is currently visiting the Texas Rangers.
The teams that are in the Fielder sweepstakes are the Marlins, Orioles, Rangers, Brewers and Nationals. The Cubs and Blue Jays are still in the picture but the others seem to be the front runners.
The Rangers are also making serious progress in contract talks with Yu Darvish. The Rangers paid over $50 million just to talk with Darvish. Darvish is a tall right handed pitcher who has done extremely well in Japan.
Also, the Reds are very interested in free agent outfielder Ryan Ludwick. I would really love to see the Reds sign Ludwick. He would be a welcomed addition in the outfield.
Monday, January 9, 2012
Rematch for the sparkly football
As you probably know, there is a pretty big football game tonight.
The BCS National Championship between the LSU Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide will kick off around 8:30 pm EST, at the Superdome in New Orleans.
This is the rematch of the field goal battle that took place in Tuscaloosa earlier this season.
LSU won that game 9-6.
I expect this to be a defensive battle, however, it will be better than the 9-6 game earlier.
Both defenses are insanely good and this will cause the game to be low scoring.
Can LSU's defense shut down Bama's stud running back Trent Richardson?
Will LSU cornerbacks Tyrann Mathieu, aka "The Honey Badger", and Morris Claiborne dominate the special teams battle.
Mathieu can definitely dominate this game.
The game earlier this year was a good one to watch and I feel this one will not disappoint.
Brockbusta's prediction: LSU 20 - Alabama 17
I truly love both coaches, Bama's Nick Saban and LSU's Les Miles so I believe that is even.
To me, since LSU went on the road and beat Alabama and the fact this game is in LSU's backyard, the Superdome, I have to go with "the Mad Hatter" and LSU.
The BCS National Championship between the LSU Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide will kick off around 8:30 pm EST, at the Superdome in New Orleans.
This is the rematch of the field goal battle that took place in Tuscaloosa earlier this season.
LSU won that game 9-6.
I expect this to be a defensive battle, however, it will be better than the 9-6 game earlier.
Both defenses are insanely good and this will cause the game to be low scoring.
Can LSU's defense shut down Bama's stud running back Trent Richardson?
Will LSU cornerbacks Tyrann Mathieu, aka "The Honey Badger", and Morris Claiborne dominate the special teams battle.
Mathieu can definitely dominate this game.
The game earlier this year was a good one to watch and I feel this one will not disappoint.
Brockbusta's prediction: LSU 20 - Alabama 17
I truly love both coaches, Bama's Nick Saban and LSU's Les Miles so I believe that is even.
To me, since LSU went on the road and beat Alabama and the fact this game is in LSU's backyard, the Superdome, I have to go with "the Mad Hatter" and LSU.
Reds icon headed to Cooperstown
Cincinnati Reds legend and my favorite all-time Red, Barry Larkin is headed to the baseball Hall of Fame.
Larkin received 86.4% of the vote.
Only 75% is needed to get voted in.
Larkin played 19 seasons in Cincinnati, capturing the 1990 World Series and the 1995 National League Most Valuable Player award.
Larkin was also a 12 time all-star, 3-time Gold Glove winner and 9-time Silver Slugger winner.
With Larkin's numbers, there was no doubt he would make it into Cooperstown, it was just a matter of when.
Well now we know.
The Hall of Fame induction is set for July 22, 2012.
Below is a highlight tribute package put together by MLB.com:
Larkin received 86.4% of the vote.
Only 75% is needed to get voted in.
Larkin played 19 seasons in Cincinnati, capturing the 1990 World Series and the 1995 National League Most Valuable Player award.
Larkin was also a 12 time all-star, 3-time Gold Glove winner and 9-time Silver Slugger winner.
With Larkin's numbers, there was no doubt he would make it into Cooperstown, it was just a matter of when.
Well now we know.
The Hall of Fame induction is set for July 22, 2012.
Below is a highlight tribute package put together by MLB.com:
Blue Jackets finally make change
The Columbus Blue Jackets have made a coaching change, firing Scott Arniel on Monday.
The Jackets have been chilling in last place in the NHL with an awesome 11-25-5 record.
Assistant Todd Richards has been appointed as the teams interim head coach.
His first challenge is against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night.
For me, this change comes too late.
This should have been done months ago.
It will be interesting to see how the Jackets respond, in this lost season.
The Jackets have been chilling in last place in the NHL with an awesome 11-25-5 record.
Assistant Todd Richards has been appointed as the teams interim head coach.
His first challenge is against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night.
For me, this change comes too late.
This should have been done months ago.
It will be interesting to see how the Jackets respond, in this lost season.
Tebow gets it done again
Just as I predicted, Tim Tebow would once again lead the Denver Broncos to victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers in their divisional matchup on Sunday afternoon.
If you read my prediction from Saturday, you know that I am just kidding about the above statement.
What I didn't expect was how great the game would be.
This was one of the best football games that I have seen in a while.
The game was one of the best football games that I have witnessed.
The Broncos vastly outplayed the Steelers for most of the game.
However, like always, the Steelers caught some big breaks that caused them to get right back into the game and send it to overtime.
The highlights would have been attached, however, since NFL.com is not user friendly, you can find the highlights on NFL.com.
If you read my prediction from Saturday, you know that I am just kidding about the above statement.
What I didn't expect was how great the game would be.
This was one of the best football games that I have seen in a while.
The game was one of the best football games that I have witnessed.
The Broncos vastly outplayed the Steelers for most of the game.
However, like always, the Steelers caught some big breaks that caused them to get right back into the game and send it to overtime.
The highlights would have been attached, however, since NFL.com is not user friendly, you can find the highlights on NFL.com.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Bengals lackluster performance ends season
The Cincinnati Bengals had their season come to a disappointing end, as they suffered a 31-10 defeat to the Houston Texans.
The Bengals came out and played pretty well in the first half of their Wild Card playoff game.
However, it all hit the fan right before halftime, when Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton had his pass picked off and returned for a touchdown by rookie defensive lineman J.J. Watt.
The Bengals never seemed to recover from that.
Cedric Benson gave the Bengals the lead with a 1 yard run in the first quarter.
Arian Foster, who ran for 153 yards on 24 carries, tied the game with an 8 yard touchdown run.
Once again, Mike Nugent failed to convert on a critical field goal, missing a 52 yarder.
He did manage to make a 37 yard field goal to give the Bengals a 10-7 lead.
The Bengals defense stood tall and held the Texans to a Neil Rackers 39 yard field goal, tying the game at 10.
The momentum took a huge swing in Houston's favor, as rookie defensive lineman J.J. Watt batted down an Andy Dalton pass and returned it for a touchdown, with a little over a minute left in the first half.
There was nothing Dalton could have done as Watt just made a damn good play. Props to him for making a play.
The Bengals never seemed to recover from that.
Things snowballed on the Bengals in the second half.
Safety Chris Crocker failed to regain momentum as he dropped an easy interception. Shortly there after, Texans wideout Andre Johnson causes Adam Jones to lose his jockstrap on a move and scores on a wide open 40 yard touchdown pass.
Crocker screwed up once again in the fourth quarter as he basically watched Foster run right by him on his way to a 42 yard touchdown run. It was truly pathetic. In a playoff game, you have to put in some sort of effort to make a tackle. Crocker failed to provide that effort. It was embarrassing.
The big question is, should Marvin Lewis come back to coach this team for another season. The three times the Bengals have made the playoffs under Lewis, they have ended the same way, with a loss.
The latter 2, have been lackluster performances.
Personally, I think the Bengals should look at moving in a different direction.
For all you fans who think Bill Cowher or John Gruden will coach here, you're insane. Neither one will ever be the coach of the Cincinnati Bengals. Not in a million years.
I like Marvin Lewis, however, I feel the direction needs to change. If I were Mike Brown, I would give Mike Zimmer a shot to coach this team.
Things will be very interesting in Bengal land over the next couple of months.
Regardless, it is looking very positive coming up. With two first round picks in the upcoming draft and a young, talented team, we should be happy as Bengals fans and get behind this team.
That doesn't take away the sting of this loss.
For the last time this season, Who Dey.
The Bengals came out and played pretty well in the first half of their Wild Card playoff game.
However, it all hit the fan right before halftime, when Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton had his pass picked off and returned for a touchdown by rookie defensive lineman J.J. Watt.
The Bengals never seemed to recover from that.
Cedric Benson gave the Bengals the lead with a 1 yard run in the first quarter.
Arian Foster, who ran for 153 yards on 24 carries, tied the game with an 8 yard touchdown run.
Once again, Mike Nugent failed to convert on a critical field goal, missing a 52 yarder.
He did manage to make a 37 yard field goal to give the Bengals a 10-7 lead.
The Bengals defense stood tall and held the Texans to a Neil Rackers 39 yard field goal, tying the game at 10.
The momentum took a huge swing in Houston's favor, as rookie defensive lineman J.J. Watt batted down an Andy Dalton pass and returned it for a touchdown, with a little over a minute left in the first half.
There was nothing Dalton could have done as Watt just made a damn good play. Props to him for making a play.
The Bengals never seemed to recover from that.
Things snowballed on the Bengals in the second half.
Safety Chris Crocker failed to regain momentum as he dropped an easy interception. Shortly there after, Texans wideout Andre Johnson causes Adam Jones to lose his jockstrap on a move and scores on a wide open 40 yard touchdown pass.
Crocker screwed up once again in the fourth quarter as he basically watched Foster run right by him on his way to a 42 yard touchdown run. It was truly pathetic. In a playoff game, you have to put in some sort of effort to make a tackle. Crocker failed to provide that effort. It was embarrassing.
The big question is, should Marvin Lewis come back to coach this team for another season. The three times the Bengals have made the playoffs under Lewis, they have ended the same way, with a loss.
The latter 2, have been lackluster performances.
Personally, I think the Bengals should look at moving in a different direction.
For all you fans who think Bill Cowher or John Gruden will coach here, you're insane. Neither one will ever be the coach of the Cincinnati Bengals. Not in a million years.
I like Marvin Lewis, however, I feel the direction needs to change. If I were Mike Brown, I would give Mike Zimmer a shot to coach this team.
Things will be very interesting in Bengal land over the next couple of months.
Regardless, it is looking very positive coming up. With two first round picks in the upcoming draft and a young, talented team, we should be happy as Bengals fans and get behind this team.
That doesn't take away the sting of this loss.
For the last time this season, Who Dey.
Sunday Wild Card Matchup preview
Brockbusta of The 2 Sports Freaks will be predicting the results for the Wild Card Matchups on Sunday.
Falcons @ Giants
1:00 PM EST (FOX)
Eli Manning has been playing well for the Giants. I think the Giants have more weapons than the Falcons can handle.
This should be a pretty good game.
Personally, I can see this game going either way, but I am going to pick the Giants in this one.
Brockbusta's prediction: Giants 24 - Falcons 17
Steelers @ Broncos
4:30 PM EST (CBS)
This game should not be close. Tim Tebow has been the biggest story in the NFL this season.
I have never been a big fan of his, AS A QUARTERBACK. Once again, Tebow's luck runs out as the Steelers D will pummel Tebow and the Broncos offense.
The Broncos defense should be able to do a solid job on a hobbled Roethlisberger, but that will not be enough to save the Broncos.
Brockbusta's prediction: Steelers 24 - Broncos 9
Falcons @ Giants
1:00 PM EST (FOX)
Eli Manning has been playing well for the Giants. I think the Giants have more weapons than the Falcons can handle.
This should be a pretty good game.
Personally, I can see this game going either way, but I am going to pick the Giants in this one.
Brockbusta's prediction: Giants 24 - Falcons 17
Steelers @ Broncos
4:30 PM EST (CBS)
This game should not be close. Tim Tebow has been the biggest story in the NFL this season.
I have never been a big fan of his, AS A QUARTERBACK. Once again, Tebow's luck runs out as the Steelers D will pummel Tebow and the Broncos offense.
The Broncos defense should be able to do a solid job on a hobbled Roethlisberger, but that will not be enough to save the Broncos.
Brockbusta's prediction: Steelers 24 - Broncos 9
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