MLB Offseason 2013: How The St. Louis Cardinals Lost Their Way With Peralta Signing

” I don’t think it’s the Cardinals’ responsibility necessarily to be the morality police.” -John Mozeliak, GM, St. Louis Cardinals Continue reading “MLB Offseason 2013: How The St. Louis Cardinals Lost Their Way With Peralta Signing”

Atlanta Braves New Stadium Announcement Says More About Fulton County Than Braves

The Atlanta Braves announced new stadium plans for 2017. An area mourns, Cobb County rejoices.
The Atlanta Braves announced new stadium plans for 2017. An area mourns, Cobb County rejoices.

This move isn’t about the Braves as much as it is about Mayor Reed and Fulton County.  Continue reading “Atlanta Braves New Stadium Announcement Says More About Fulton County Than Braves”

Locker Talk Episode 28!: The Lady Sportswriter

Jameis Winston has helped elevate Florida State and the ACC back to national prominence in 2013

The long hiatus is over. The Lady Sportswriter and I discuss the first BCS rankings of 2013, the University of Georgia’s injury woes, the ACC/SEC superiority debate, and much more. Listen up, folks!

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lockertalk/2013/10/22/locker-talk-the-lady-sportswriter

Fantasy Football 2013: Calvin Johnson, Julio Jones Replacement Options

Replace the irreplaceable? Calvin Johnson can't be replaced, but try we shall.
Replace the irreplaceable? Calvin Johnson can’t be replaced, but try we shall.

So the title is misleading right? Options for replacing Calvin Johnson and Julio Jones don’t exist. Promise. Don’t believe it? Look at the stat leaders through week five. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Calvin Johnson, Julio Jones Replacement Options”

Fantasy Football 2013: Quarterback Report, Which Backups To Rely On

Matt Ryan has lost a lot of offense through injury, how does that affect his status in fantasy?
Matt Ryan has lost a lot of offense through injury, how does that affect his status in fantasy?

The quarterback picture has been less than ideal for a lot of fantasy owners. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Quarterback Report, Which Backups To Rely On”

Whistling Dixie: One Year After Nightmare Down South, Bulldogs, Braves Gain Redemption

Redemption is the word of the year in Georgia. Aaron Murray is making sure of it.
Redemption is the word of the year in Georgia. Aaron Murray is making sure of it.

The thought of October last year made everyone in the state of Georgia sick.  Continue reading “Whistling Dixie: One Year After Nightmare Down South, Bulldogs, Braves Gain Redemption”

Fantasy Football 2013: Week 3 Recap, Week 4 Advice, And The Mike Glennon Project

Terrell Pryor has played his way into QB1 conversation, but steer clear of Matt Flynn if Pryor is out week 4
Terrell Pryor has played his way into QB1 conversation, but steer clear of Matt Flynn if Pryor is out week 4

A day late is better than never, right? So to recap, in my four leagues I am (2-1) and still not satisfied. I think the primary reason for that dissatisfaction are because Ray Rice is hurt (hip) and Colin Kaepernick isn’t playing at a high level as of yet. Speaking of Kaepernick, the prevailing question I’ve had all week is should you be worried about his performance.  Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Week 3 Recap, Week 4 Advice, And The Mike Glennon Project”

Fantasy Football 2013: Week 3 Running Backs Report

Trent Richardson should thrive in Indianapolis' offense
Trent Richardson should thrive in Indianapolis’ offense

As I watched Ray Rice go down with what I hope really is a day-to-day injury I couldn’t help but think who I could scour the waivers for. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Week 3 Running Backs Report”

Fantasy Football 2013: Losing To A Hall of Famer, Unleashing DeAndre Hopkins, Buying The Kansas City Chiefs Defense, & Fantasy Tips For Week 3

Ray Rice's injury could mean opportunity for Bernard Pierce
Ray Rice’s injury could mean opportunity for Bernard Pierce

Another week in the books in Fantasy Football as we march towards the colder weather (unless you live in Southern California then it’s “slightly” colder). Not exactly an inspiring performance this week in my leagues (2-2) Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Losing To A Hall of Famer, Unleashing DeAndre Hopkins, Buying The Kansas City Chiefs Defense, & Fantasy Tips For Week 3”

Fantasy Football 2013: Week 2 Tips, Options For The Injured

Shane Vereen's injury (wrist, out up to four weeks) put a damper on my dynasty league chances
Shane Vereen’s injury (wrist, out up to four weeks) put a damper on my dynasty league chances

It was bittersweet for my Fantasy Football teams this first week. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2013: Week 2 Tips, Options For The Injured”