2019 NFL: Week 9

2019 NFL: Week 9

Hey, since yesterday was Halloween, why don’t we go with a theme this week? Let’s make a list of all the things that are frightening in the NFL! Yay! OK, I’ll start with … … I’m just kidding. That idea is so hacky that I’d rather spend 1,000 words talking about subpar...
2019 NFL: Week 8

2019 NFL: Week 8

I never thought I would feel like this. I do my best to call things down the middle when it comes to the NFL. However, I’ve made it no secret that I’m not a fan of the New England Patriots. I’m just not. You can accuse me of hating their success and I wouldn’t argue...
2019 NFL: Week 7

2019 NFL: Week 7

There’s nothing more American than the comeback story. Maybe it was the Puritan influence in the early going of this nation that made it so since there’s no bigger example of a successful rebound than Jesus. Fast forward through the years and the names and tales are...
2019 NFL: Week 6

2019 NFL: Week 6

It’s just the start of Week 6 and we’ve already had our first head coaching casualty. Most people probably aren’t surprised at who got the ax, as Jay Gruden was coming off back-to-back 7-9 seasons and started 2019 with an 0-5 record. While the average fan approaches...
2019 NFL: Week 5

2019 NFL: Week 5

Let’s start this week with a story. Years ago, I worked for a newspaper group in Southern California. Since it was my first foray in the media business, my starting point was right at the bottom. I started in the local high school football scene, going to games on...
2019 NFL: Week 4

2019 NFL: Week 4

Who doesn’t love power rankings? While ranking teams in the NFL can be a fun and safe way to start a conversation, it’s best to wait a few weeks before attempting them. Who needs power rankings after Week 1? Everyone is either 1-0 or 0-1. That’s just silly. Now that...
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