In times such as theses....

In times such as these, we turn to Chocolate Thunder for wisdom. He said, "when all is said and done, there is nothing left to say or do."
Yesterday, the Philadelphia Eagles found themselves once again in the L-column. No one is a bigger fan of the Eagles much less McNabb, but the Eagles didn't play well. It was dejavu from last year. The Packers didn't have an answer for Burress, and the Eagles didn't have an answer for Fitzgerald.

Fitzgerald and Warner showd up and showd out--period.

I think the question of whether McNabb should be the quarterback for the Eagles next season is an unfair one; however, going to the Superbowl and losing, appearing in five NFC title games and losing four times does require somebody go back to the drawing board. Since football is a team sport, I suggest chalk boards all around.

One of Three Things

I see that Tim Tebow has opted to stay in college for one for year. Why I see nothing wrong with that, I think there might be a couple other motivations. First, Tim Tebow is staying in school to work on his fundamentals as he states, or Tim Tebow is staying in college because he wants to be the second player in the history of college football to win the Heisman twice, or he knows just as I that a GM would be crazy not to draft him first and the Lions are on deck. Sounds like a very diplomatic way of saying heck naw to Detroit. I'm from Detroit, and I don't blame you. Lastly, it is a combination of all these things.

What do you think?

Kyle Whittingham

While Kyle Whittingham's loyalty to is university and players is commendable, he is out of his mind casting a vote for the University of Utah to be the BCS National Champions.

First in my humble opinion, it is the Big Ten and then everyone else; however, when I checked out the Utes schedule, I found the University Michigan- a team in worse condition before they brought Bo in the late 60's, Weber State University, which I learned for the first time is located somewhere in Utah, Air Force, Wyoming, New Mexico, which by the way has not been a real good football team since the great Ronnie Lott, BYU, and last but certainly not least UNLV who I thought only had a basketball with a former coach who sucked towels. Can anyone tell me where Grand MaMa is?

To make a long story short, the only real team (Alabama) they played this year they did beat in their bowl game. But perhaps Alabama was a little more beat up because they played a real schedule. Perhaps Utah was a little fresher because they played no real conference powerhouses with the exception of Oregon State (Pac-10) and Michigan (Big Ten). Based on their strength of schedule, they should not have even been in that game with Alabama. Play some teams in the SEC, Big Ten and Pac-10 and maybe you too will get some respect.

We don't need a playoff system for me to know that Florida, Ohio State, USC, Georgia, Texas Tech, Oklahoma and Texas would beat the hell out of Utah.

Adam Jones: See Ya!

There comes a time when it is time to go. It is Adam Jones' time to go. He should have never been in Dallas, and he most definately should have never worn the Jersey number 21.

In his response to his comment about, "loving him some him", people who love themselves don't go into strip clubs with garbage bags of money with the intentions of making it rain, which subsequently got someone hurt for the rest of their life. People who love themselves and respect the game of pro football keep a low profile and not beat up body guards hired to protect them. You should have taken a tip from your teammate Marion Barber and kept your mouth shut and played ball. Did you notice that when Mr. Jones jumped on him, he didn't need to say a word because his sarrogates, including me, took care of Mr. Jones. Adam if you don't learn anything else from this experience, learn to walk soft and carry a bigger stick than you have in the past. Don't tell people what you will do or voice what is important to you carry out these deeds.

You were given an opportunity that you squandered. This is unfortunate because I really believe football is important to you, but before you made all those sacrifices to get to the pro level, you should have done very thing in your power to mature. It is your level of maturity that has landed you in this predicament. Grow up and come back strong. I believe it's in you, but your days as football player are over. Try being a great dad and respectable human being. These are excellent occupations as well.

Bob Stoops: No Barry Switzer!

I think it is about time to bid Bob Stoops adue. He should have been gone after the infamous statue of liberty play against Boise State, in my opinion. If this game is truly about winning, Mr. Stoops has not been successful. If Bob Stoops were a woman or person of color, he would have been fired by now. Ok. Lets handle your business.

Pro Football Hall of Fame: 2009 Finalist List

Out of respect for Michael Irvin's contributions to the game of football and the fact that he delivered one of the best Pro Football Fame of Fame speeches I've ever heard, I let up on voicing my politics regarding this selection process, but I have to draw the damn line with Charles Haley and Ray Guy.

First Ray Guy, can somebody tell me why there is a coveted award in college football bearing this great punter's name, but Ray Guy is not in the Pro Football Hall of Fame? I watched Ray Guy play as a child, and I can tell you that in his day, Ray Guy was the truth. Go Raiders! Raise hell about this candidate. He is very worthy.

Last but certainly not least, Charles Haley (Alpha Man-Skee-Phi!) is the only man I know with 5 Super Bowl Rings and at least 5 Pro Bowl appearances. Since football is a game that starts at the line, why is it that we have issues making sure that lineman are given their just due. Remember, defense wins championships on both sides of the ball. While Joe Montana and Troy Aikman were great quarterbacks. In order to be a great quarterback, you need an offensive line protecting you and the defensive to handle their business when it is their turn on the field. Both Dallas and the 49ers had such players and Charles Haley was among them.

P.S. Go Richard Dent! I love you equally. Can somebody help me find Cris Carter's SuperBowl rings.

The Sports News

This morning Cris Carter phoned in or was called by ESPN’s, Mike and Mike in the Morning. I thought his comments about Terrell Owens were insensitive in light of the fact that crime in America is leveling off while crime against African American males appear to be on the rise says the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation Report). His metaphor of shooting Terrell Owens was inappropriate.

While I would agree that Terrell Owens spends too much time imposing his views on us (the general public), I would disagree with Mr. Carter's assessment that Terrell Owens should be the first Dallas Cowboy to be let go. Thank GOD! Terrell Owens has kept his mouth shut long enough for people to really begin to shift the focus where it belongs—on the leader of the team, the quarterback. I have known for quite some time that Tony Romo was in trouble, but his recent press conference comments removed all doubts. He replied, “If we win its okay, and if we lose its okay.” Would someone explain to this young man that when you play for the team that plays under the moniker of “America’s Team” that winning is not just okay but expected.

The Dallas Cowboys have been in trouble for a long while, which is why I was at a quandary as to why Boomer on ESPN’s NFL Countdown selected them to win. There was no way Dallas was going to beat Philadelphia in Philadelphia irrespective of whether Philadelphia controlled its destiny. Let me tell you why. Anytime a team (the Dallas Cowboys) allowed another team (the Baltimore Ravens) to come into their “house” for the last game ever to be play at Texas Stadium in front of all those Cowboy legends (Roger, Randy, Michael, Emmitt, Tony, Deion etc, etc….) and couldn’t win one for the gipper. There was no way in hell they were going into Philadelphia and muster up enough motivation to beat Philly in Philly.

Let me finish by stating that I have no doubts that changes will be made in the Dallas Cowboy locker room; however, I am waiting for ESPN and their competitors to give an opportunity to real analysts/broadcasters and stop employing inarticulate former athletes who love to hear themselves talk not to mention speak ill of other African-Americans. An increase in crime against African-American males is tragic. An inarticulate male of any ethnicity who doesn’t care enough about their new career to learn what is required punishes us all.