Why Roquan Smith’s Signing Day Decision May Change NCAA, CFB Recruiting Landscape

Roquan Smith, a four-star, high school football recruit from Macon, Georgia, made the right choice by not signing his Letter of Intent with UCLA after Jeff Ulbrich left the university
Roquan Smith ( four-star, high school football recruit from Macon, Georgia) made the right choice by not signing his Letter of Intent with UCLA after Jeff Ulbrich left the university for the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons

I’ve never been one of those people who circle College Football’s National Signing Day on his calendar every year. In fact, when people ask me my thoughts on high school recruits that doesn’t involve quarterback play I usually refer them here. But something important happened this last signing day that isn’t getting the proper attention (or reaction) it deserves. Continue reading “Why Roquan Smith’s Signing Day Decision May Change NCAA, CFB Recruiting Landscape”

Super Bowl Thoughts, and What’s Next For Seahawks, Patriots

Marshawn Lynch is just one of the many contract issues the Seahawks must juggle this offseason.
Marshawn Lynch is just one of the many contract issues the Seahawks must juggle this offseason.

I still can’t get over what happened.  Continue reading “Super Bowl Thoughts, and What’s Next For Seahawks, Patriots”

Locker Talk Episode 38: Super Bowl Preview Podcast

(Photo By: Otto Greule/Getty Images)
(Photo By: Otto Greule/Getty Images)

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/lockertalk/2015/02/01/locker-talk-with-adam-cubbage-super-bowl-podcast

The Lady SportswriterKim Nash, joins me as co-host to preview tomorrow’s Super Bowl between the Seattle Sehawks and New England Patriots. Tune in as we discuss key matchups, and what each team needs to do to win the big game. Locker Talk is presented by The Locker

Fantasy Football 2014: Five Tips To Winning Your Fantasy Football League

Kenny Stills has the skills, look, and schedule of a Fantasy Football Playoff MVP.
Kenny Stills has the skills, look, and schedule of a Fantasy Football Playoff MVP.

As the beginning of the playoffs for Fantasy Football begin I thought I would run down five tips that may (or may not) help you take home the bragging rights for a year. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: Five Tips To Winning Your Fantasy Football League”

Atlanta Braves Change Course, Now What?

Jason Heyward produced a 6.4 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in 2014 and won his second consecutive Rawlings Gold Glove in Right Field (Photo Credit: Atlanta Braves Official Facebook Page)
Jason Heyward produced a 6.4 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in 2014 and won his second consecutive Rawlings Gold Glove in Right Field (Photo Credit: Atlanta Braves Official Facebook Page)

Wanna know how my day started? Here, I’ll show you: Continue reading “Atlanta Braves Change Course, Now What?”

Jameis Winston Situation Shows Deeper Issue With Institution Of Football

Winton's discipline issues at Florida State have put his playing future in jeopardy
Winton’s discipline issues at Florida State have put his playing future in jeopardy

I was listening to the radio and the topic turned to something I hadn’t thought about in quite some time with regards to the NBA.

Do you remember how the NBA used to be viewed because of serious drug problems, fighting in arenas, and off-court image issues? Whatever was associated with bad was associated with the NBA. Continue reading “Jameis Winston Situation Shows Deeper Issue With Institution Of Football”

Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waiver Wire After Week 4

Ben McAdoo has Eli Manning (974 yards, 9 TD's, 66.9% completion) and Co. playing at an elite level. Should you believe it?
Ben McAdoo has Eli Manning (974 yards, 9 TD’s, 66.9% completion) and Co. playing at an elite level. Should you believe it? (Photo: Rich Schulz/Getty Images North America)

Better late than never, right?

Before I get started does anyone want to explain themselves for not following my post-week 2 advice and picking up Larry Donnell? Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waiver Wire After Week 4”

Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waivers After Week 3

Blake Bortles has been named the starting quarterback in Jacksonville. Should you look to own him on your fantasy team? (Photo By: John Konstantaras/Getty Images North America)
Blake Bortles has been named the starting quarterback in Jacksonville. Should you look to own him on your fantasy team? (Photo By: John Konstantaras/Getty Images North America)

Let me start by telling you all that I went a clean 4-0 last week in fantasy football. I know, hold your applause.

But really, though, there are so many people to thank. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waivers After Week 3”

Major League Baseball 2014: Why November 22nd, 2013 Was The Real Beginning Of The End For Frank Wren

John Hart, John Schuerholz (middle), and Bobby Cox (left) will look to get the Braves back on the right track after announcing the dismissal of former general manager Frank Wren
John Hart, John Schuerholz (middle), and Bobby Cox (left) will look to get the Braves back on the right track after announcing the dismissal of former general manager Frank Wren

Seven years. Two Wild Cards. One National League East championship.

Since 2009 the Atlanta Braves have averaged 92 wins per season. Only the New York Yankees have won more regular season games than the Braves during the same time. Continue reading “Major League Baseball 2014: Why November 22nd, 2013 Was The Real Beginning Of The End For Frank Wren”

Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waivers After Week 2

New York Giants Tight End Larry Donnell (12 receptions, 137 yards, TD) has become a key cog in the passing game
New York Giants Tight End Larry Donnell (12 receptions, 137 yards, TD) has become a key cog in the passing game for Eli Manning and the rest of the struggling group

We’re going to try to make this as consistent as possible as the season goes on. I seem to be creating quite the buzz when it comes to waiver pickups so I’m happy it’s at least useful. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not On The Waivers After Week 2”