Well, I had a number of things I was going to write about tonight, but I just can't seem to get on track with any of them. So we'll just wing it with a Wednesday, Stream of Consciousness, Nothing in Particular (NIP) blog.
1. NFL Free Agency -- Most of the big names have signed by now, so the majority of action is down to middle-of-the-pack guys. Surprised to see TE Zach Miller leave the Raiders to go to Seattle, but anything to make Oakland worse is good in my book. Chiefs signed FB LeRon McClain. Rams signed Cadillac Williams.
2. Chiefs and Rams -- Both these teams are up and coming, and had some serious holes to fill with free agents. As fans, we'd like the front offices to charge out like crazy with checkbooks in hand and make a big splash. Neither team did that, sitting back relatively patiently and signing guys at moderate salaries that filled needs. Kansas City filled needs at NT, ILB and WR; the Rams took care of their most pressing needs at WR, backup RB and S. Nice job.
3. Cards dust-up with Brewers -- Unless you've been living with Rick the GEICO guy under a rock somewhere, you've heard about the bean-ball, spit-fest the Cards and Brew Crew had last night. Yadi Molina totally lost i when he was called out on strikes. LaRussa thinks the Milwaukee fans got personal with the insults. Really ... whatever. The GM made the deals to get you the team you wanted, Tony. Now just shut-up and play ball.
4. A-Rod and Poker -- I continue to be blown away by how badly some of our modern-day millionaire athletes just don't get it. The report out today is that Major League Baseball is looking into a report that Alex Rodriguez is mixed up with some underground poker leagues. Big stakes. Bad dudes involved. And he's been warned previously. Expect a suspension if it's true.
And finally ... HOF Weekend. Was watching a piece on Marshall Faulk on NFL Network earlier tonight, highlighting his career. MF was an incredible mix of intelligence, quicks and hard work. He goes into the Hall of Fame in Canton this weekend. It's too bad the Rams v Bears game couldn't have been salvaged so the team could be there to support him. Regardless, he goes in a winner and a class act. And BTW ... two of my all time favorite runners are Rams -- Dickerson and Faulk. Fun to watch.
As always, I'd love to hear your take on any of this. Thanks for reading.
Steve
Nice Blog Steve.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see how this NFL season is going to unfold. Should be exciting!
The bad blood between St. Louis and Milwaukee has been brewing (pun intended) for a few years now so the recent "dust-up" isn't surprising.
Though my personal encounter with Marshall Faulk wasn't pleasant, you'd be hard pressed to find a better all-around running back than #28. It's good to see him receive this honor!
Can't wait for your next post...keep it up Steve.