It's unfortunate that the Heisman Trophy Award has become such a media-driven outcome for the past several years. The Heisman Trophy used to go to the best player in college football. Now, it generally goes to the most media-hyped college football player in the country. The fact that Matt Leinart won the award in 2004 speaks for itself. While he was a good college quarterback, he won it based upon the publicity that the USC Trojans traditionally get, and the championship caliber team that he played for.
While Andrew Luck is a great quarterback, and is much deserving of his strong consideration for the Heisman Trophy, we shouldn't hand him the trophy before the season even started, like the media was clearly doing. After Stanford's loss to Oregon, the media is stating that the race is much more wide open. Well, it should have been from the beginning of the season.
Particularly, look at the numbers (and victories) for Brandon Weeden. They are not only noticeably better than Luck's numbers, they are awesome. In addition, he plays for a winning team in the Oklahoma State Cowboys. Those with enough foresight and a clear perspective knew that Weeden could be a strong candidate for the Heisman before the season began. Now, during the actual college football season, he is proving himself worthy of the award.
After all, aren't awards supposed to go to those who actually HAVE a great season, not to those who are supposed to win them. Poor Gordie Lockbaum (who finished 5th in the 1986 Heisman Trophy race) would have never even been mentioned for the Heisman in today's media-dictated sports environment.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Monday, November 14, 2011
Mark Sanchez - Under-talented and OVERRATED!
In case you didn't already know, Mark Sanchez is one of the most overrated quarterbacks in the NFL. Or maybe you did know. Along with Philip Rivers (see previous blog), Mark Sanchez of the New York Jets is highly overrated. Similar to Rivers, Sanchez lacks the "it" factor to ever win a Super Bowl. In fact, the only reason he is in the NFL is because he played quarterback at USC.
It's unfortunate for NY Jets fans that Sanchez is relatively young and that the powers that be in NY think that he is there hope for a Super Bowl championship. Jets fans must know that they have no chance as long as he is their starting QB. He clearly lacks the football talent and decision-making ability that is necessary for a QB to succeed in the NFL. Why this is so obvious to some, but not to those that matter (i.e. Rex Ryan) is beyond comprehension. With Sanchez at the helm, the Jets will once again have to wait for "better luck next year."
It's unfortunate for NY Jets fans that Sanchez is relatively young and that the powers that be in NY think that he is there hope for a Super Bowl championship. Jets fans must know that they have no chance as long as he is their starting QB. He clearly lacks the football talent and decision-making ability that is necessary for a QB to succeed in the NFL. Why this is so obvious to some, but not to those that matter (i.e. Rex Ryan) is beyond comprehension. With Sanchez at the helm, the Jets will once again have to wait for "better luck next year."
Friday, November 11, 2011
The Truth is Surfacing about Philip Rivers
Since he began in the NFL in 2004, Philip Rivers has been touted as one of the best quarterbacks in the league. His numbers reflect that, having the 3rd highest passer rating of all-time for QB's with at least 1500 passing attempts.
However, even while he was in college, I said that he could never win a Super Bowl. He lacks the "it" factor, not to mention he throws like I do with my left hand (and I'm right-handed). I would say he throws like a girl, but that is insulting to girls.
Now in his eighth year in the NFL (and still no Super Bowl ring), what was obvious from day one is coming out in full force. The past few weeks of the NFL season have showed what he is capable of. From the dropped snap that led to the overtime lost to the Kansas City Chiefs (or should I say "Chefs"... oogly boogly).
Once again, on Monday Night Football against the Oakland Raiders on November 7, 2011, he choked repeatedly. What was classic Philip Rivers, was when he threw in to double coverage (for the billionth time) to Vincent Jackson at the end of the first half. Jackson couldn't seem to locate the ball and the pass was almost intercepted by the Raiders. In classic fashion, the next camera shot showed Rivers who clearly appeared to be upset at his receiver, Jackson, for apparently not making an effort to go after the ball. Yeah Rivers, it was Jackson's fault that you chucked the ball a thousand feet in the air into excellent double coverage, while drawing rain in the process, and didn't get the touchdown.
Man up... it was your fault and you are not nearly as good as you think you are. Don't believe me... Have Philip Rivers contact me when his career is over and tell me how many Super Bowl rings he has. Last time I checked, Eli Manning, who was part of the famous trade in 2004 when the two were drafted, got one very early in his career. I am 41 years old and way past my prime and I GUARANTEE I can throw a football faster, farther and more accurate than Rivers can. He should be grateful he is in the NFL making millions, because doesn't have the "it", the arm or the smarts to justify blaming his teammates for his inadequacies.
However, even while he was in college, I said that he could never win a Super Bowl. He lacks the "it" factor, not to mention he throws like I do with my left hand (and I'm right-handed). I would say he throws like a girl, but that is insulting to girls.
Now in his eighth year in the NFL (and still no Super Bowl ring), what was obvious from day one is coming out in full force. The past few weeks of the NFL season have showed what he is capable of. From the dropped snap that led to the overtime lost to the Kansas City Chiefs (or should I say "Chefs"... oogly boogly).
Once again, on Monday Night Football against the Oakland Raiders on November 7, 2011, he choked repeatedly. What was classic Philip Rivers, was when he threw in to double coverage (for the billionth time) to Vincent Jackson at the end of the first half. Jackson couldn't seem to locate the ball and the pass was almost intercepted by the Raiders. In classic fashion, the next camera shot showed Rivers who clearly appeared to be upset at his receiver, Jackson, for apparently not making an effort to go after the ball. Yeah Rivers, it was Jackson's fault that you chucked the ball a thousand feet in the air into excellent double coverage, while drawing rain in the process, and didn't get the touchdown.
Man up... it was your fault and you are not nearly as good as you think you are. Don't believe me... Have Philip Rivers contact me when his career is over and tell me how many Super Bowl rings he has. Last time I checked, Eli Manning, who was part of the famous trade in 2004 when the two were drafted, got one very early in his career. I am 41 years old and way past my prime and I GUARANTEE I can throw a football faster, farther and more accurate than Rivers can. He should be grateful he is in the NFL making millions, because doesn't have the "it", the arm or the smarts to justify blaming his teammates for his inadequacies.
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