I'm not the kind of guy to say I told you so.... but....
I told you so.
Pay attention to the paragraph about UW. Nothing else.
Really a shame how Overton's "defense" finally caught up with him this game. Couldn't have happened to a classier, nicer, cleaner player. Good luck playing 3Ball.
Look, part of me feels bad. But a lot doesn't. I dunno.
3.21.2009
High School Football, the Dillon Panthers
We haven't been covering high school football much at HCM, and I'll try and change that.
I've been following the Dillon Panthers on their quest to another state championship.
They won a tough game last night.
Riggins gritted it out with some tough yards and some dirty hits. QB 2 Matt Saracen looks to be adjusting well to his new role at WR... but I feel like his time at QB 1 might not be over... have to wait and see.
The refs were against Dillon from the start. Some bullshit politics I suspect. Ultimately Coach Taylor had had enough and was tossed. He handed it off JD McCoy's hotshot personal coach (and new assistant coach while Mac is out... get well soon Mac!) and Dillon won the game.
I'm hearing rumors of a Coaching controversy... bullshit. Coach Taylor is only one year removed from State, and the boosters are already thinking about a change!?!?! If Taylor goes... so do I!
I've been following the Dillon Panthers on their quest to another state championship.
They won a tough game last night.
Riggins gritted it out with some tough yards and some dirty hits. QB 2 Matt Saracen looks to be adjusting well to his new role at WR... but I feel like his time at QB 1 might not be over... have to wait and see.
The refs were against Dillon from the start. Some bullshit politics I suspect. Ultimately Coach Taylor had had enough and was tossed. He handed it off JD McCoy's hotshot personal coach (and new assistant coach while Mac is out... get well soon Mac!) and Dillon won the game.
I'm hearing rumors of a Coaching controversy... bullshit. Coach Taylor is only one year removed from State, and the boosters are already thinking about a change!?!?! If Taylor goes... so do I!
Round 1 Final Results
We basically had a bunch of blowouts in group 4 as the following advance:
Norm Charlton
Ichiro
The Big Unit
Hasselbeck
'Gar
Paul Allen (close one vs Mack)
Holmgren
and
Dave Niehaus
First round is complete, and here's what the 32 looks like:
I'll post the first group of Round 2 matchups Sunday night.
Norm Charlton
Ichiro
The Big Unit
Hasselbeck
'Gar
Paul Allen (close one vs Mack)
Holmgren
and
Dave Niehaus
First round is complete, and here's what the 32 looks like:
I'll post the first group of Round 2 matchups Sunday night.
HCM NCAA March Madness update
Well the experts here at HCM have really taken it to the other dummies on this site:
http://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/t1/group/27763
http://tournament.fantasysports.yahoo.com/t1/group/27763
3.20.2009
Weight Loss Challenge. Final Results.
Just a quick refresh... a couple of strangers we knew wanted to participate in a weight loss challenge going from SuperBowl Sunday through March Madness. We'll refer to them as Red Dot and Blue Dot in order to protect their identities...
Here were the initial results:
Blue Dot: 190 lbs.
Red Dot: 223 lbs.
After weeks of anticipation here are the final results.... ready? You BETTER BE!!!
Blue Dot:
174 pounds!!!!!! Lost 16 pounds (some would even say 27 is you count the stomach virus from 1 week earlier)
Red Dot:
195.5 lbs!!!!! A loss of 27.5 lbs. AND YOUR WINNER!!!!
The real message here though is this...
You can figure out which one is Rocky and which one is Drago on your own... but congrats to both of the competitors. They'll both be celebrating by trying to put those pounds back on at the Ram @ Northgate one of these days... and you're all invited!
Oh and here's one last clip from the final weigh ins....
Here were the initial results:
Blue Dot: 190 lbs.
Red Dot: 223 lbs.
After weeks of anticipation here are the final results.... ready? You BETTER BE!!!
Blue Dot:
174 pounds!!!!!! Lost 16 pounds (some would even say 27 is you count the stomach virus from 1 week earlier)
Red Dot:
195.5 lbs!!!!! A loss of 27.5 lbs. AND YOUR WINNER!!!!
The real message here though is this...
You can figure out which one is Rocky and which one is Drago on your own... but congrats to both of the competitors. They'll both be celebrating by trying to put those pounds back on at the Ram @ Northgate one of these days... and you're all invited!
Oh and here's one last clip from the final weigh ins....
Round 1, Group 3 Results. Group 4 Matchups
I am SOOOOO amped to bring you these results!!!!!
Winners:
Sexy ass Lauren Jackson
Bones
Peanut Guy
The MVP
Jim Zorn
Sweet Lou
GP
and in overtime
LEEEEEEEEEEEROY Hiiiiiiiiiiillllllll.
Ok, Group 4 Matchups:
7. Norm Charlton
Maybe one day EP will step up and tell everyone about our run-in with the Sheriff the other night.
VS.
10. Bobby Engram
He just left, but I think he ranks up there as far as great Seahawks go. This is a helluva matchup!
2. Ichiro Suzuki
Ichiro's last name is Suzuki. Look it up. It's true.
VS.
Jordan Babineaux
Big Play Babs is a Hawk's Nest favorite... he's even given us a shout out on the field. Plus he's defaced US currency ad he doesn't give a frack! I just wish he had better coverage skills.
6. Randy Johnson
Tough call where to seed The Unit. He's still a fan favorite, but he's been on so many teams now, I doubt he's remembered as a Mariner. I really can't think of anything funny. Not just here, but the whole deal.
maybe this video will pick things up...
VS.
11. Joey Cora
This is a picture of Joey Cora being consoled by a giant steroid user after he didn't really loose a post season series for us.
3. Matt Hasselbeck
Hasselbeck is my hero. Apparently this guy's too:
VS.
14. Koren Robinson
Looks like Koren won't be back next year, but he had quite a bumpy ride with the 'Hawks.
1. Edgar Martinez
Those are actual game used bats. If it weren't for Griffey he'd be the undisputed greatest Mariner of all time. Still might be. And there's this:
VS.
16. Jeremy Stevens
Class.
8. Mack Strong
Mack was a serious dude. One of my favorite players to route for.
VS.
9. Paul Allen
^^^ One of the greatest days of my life. Sad but true.
5. Mike Holmgren
Will he be missed this year? I'm guessing yes. I'll tell ya what I won't miss though. #rd and long fullback draws.
VS.
12. Slick Watts
Slick taught me how to shoot free throws. He's responsible for the basketball player I became. Thanks a lot Slick.
4. Dave Niehaus
Suuuuuuure... warning track shot are long gone and routine flys turn into homers these day... but Dave is still the best baseball announcer of all time. (Apologies to Brent Musberger, Harry Doyle, and Bob Uecker)
VS.
13. Sam Perkins
Big Smooth dropping back and nailing 3 pointers... another one of my favorite Sonic memories. Apparently there were rumors that this guy like to smoke REEFER!!! Unsubstantiated.
Sorry this sucked. I'm on vacation. You should be thankful you get anything!!!
NOW VOTE!
PEACE!
Enjoy the tourney.
Winners:
Sexy ass Lauren Jackson
Bones
Peanut Guy
The MVP
Jim Zorn
Sweet Lou
GP
and in overtime
LEEEEEEEEEEEROY Hiiiiiiiiiiillllllll.
Ok, Group 4 Matchups:
7. Norm Charlton
Maybe one day EP will step up and tell everyone about our run-in with the Sheriff the other night.
VS.
10. Bobby Engram
He just left, but I think he ranks up there as far as great Seahawks go. This is a helluva matchup!
2. Ichiro Suzuki
Ichiro's last name is Suzuki. Look it up. It's true.
VS.
Jordan Babineaux
Big Play Babs is a Hawk's Nest favorite... he's even given us a shout out on the field. Plus he's defaced US currency ad he doesn't give a frack! I just wish he had better coverage skills.
6. Randy Johnson
Tough call where to seed The Unit. He's still a fan favorite, but he's been on so many teams now, I doubt he's remembered as a Mariner. I really can't think of anything funny. Not just here, but the whole deal.
maybe this video will pick things up...
VS.
11. Joey Cora
This is a picture of Joey Cora being consoled by a giant steroid user after he didn't really loose a post season series for us.
3. Matt Hasselbeck
Hasselbeck is my hero. Apparently this guy's too:
VS.
14. Koren Robinson
Looks like Koren won't be back next year, but he had quite a bumpy ride with the 'Hawks.
1. Edgar Martinez
Those are actual game used bats. If it weren't for Griffey he'd be the undisputed greatest Mariner of all time. Still might be. And there's this:
VS.
16. Jeremy Stevens
Class.
8. Mack Strong
Mack was a serious dude. One of my favorite players to route for.
VS.
9. Paul Allen
^^^ One of the greatest days of my life. Sad but true.
5. Mike Holmgren
Will he be missed this year? I'm guessing yes. I'll tell ya what I won't miss though. #rd and long fullback draws.
VS.
12. Slick Watts
Slick taught me how to shoot free throws. He's responsible for the basketball player I became. Thanks a lot Slick.
4. Dave Niehaus
Suuuuuuure... warning track shot are long gone and routine flys turn into homers these day... but Dave is still the best baseball announcer of all time. (Apologies to Brent Musberger, Harry Doyle, and Bob Uecker)
VS.
13. Sam Perkins
Big Smooth dropping back and nailing 3 pointers... another one of my favorite Sonic memories. Apparently there were rumors that this guy like to smoke REEFER!!! Unsubstantiated.
Sorry this sucked. I'm on vacation. You should be thankful you get anything!!!
NOW VOTE!
PEACE!
Enjoy the tourney.
3.18.2009
MADNESSSSSS!!!!
Group 4 is put on HOLD!!! Due to Dave Valle and Leroy Hill wanting to continue their EPIC battle!
Keep voting for another day.
Meanwhile I'll be at home drinking beer watching the tourney games.
Keep voting for another day.
Meanwhile I'll be at home drinking beer watching the tourney games.
3.17.2009
Round 1, Group 2 Results, and Round 1, Group 3 Matchups
Be sure to check out Peter's new mock draft below. Good Stuff!!!
Just finished watching a dismal game. The Cougs did NOT play there game and apparently were up against the Australian Michael Jordan mixed with Valde Divac. It's a shame. This dude Patti... yep, Patti... had a monster game, but he tarnished it by flopping the entire game like a gigantic pussy. I'm left with one big question after listening to the dynamite commentating team... was St. Mary's close to making the tournament? In all seriousness the colorman on this team is the biggest idiot I've ever listened. He barely watch the game and made outlandish claims about Coug players trying hurt the other team. He's a fucking moron. I'm in a GREAT MOOD!!!
On to the business at hand.
Group 2 results:
Winners
Cammy 19-2
Ray 20-1
Griffey 21-0
Karl 17-4
Tez-Rex 17-4
Felix 19-2 (whoever voted for the dance crew needs to take a long look in the mirror)
Lofa 14-6
and..
.
.
.
.
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SCHEFFLER 11-9!!! What an upset!!! He's got Lofa next round!
Ok, Group 3 of Round 1 here we go:
6. John Olerud
John Olerud oozes charisma and pisses out personality. While looking for this picture I realized how many teams he played for at the end. Sort of whored himself out. But he's a Coug and he really helped out on the 115 win team.
VS.
11. Lauren Jackson
Would ya? I would.
3. Jay Buhner
Buhner rules. Someone please post the story about him in the dugout screaming at Griffey when he was rounding third off of the Double. I'm pretty sure the Sheriff confirmed it at King's. Am I right?
VS.
Jarrod Washburn
Probably doesn't belong. But he got one of our writer's his start. Do your research gang.
5. Rashard Lewis
I guess this guy still plays in the NBA. I wasn't sure that league still existed. Anyway, like it or not, statistically this dude goes down as one of the greatest Sonics of all time.
VS.
12. Peanut Guy
I always wait until he's a few steps away for two reasons. 1) See how creative he can get with the toss, and 2) I don't want to drop the peanuts.
4. Shaun Alexander
He was the MVP of the fuckin' league. The more a I think about it... the more ashamed I am of how are city just absolutely turned on him at the first sign of decline. LET'S SHOW HIM HOW WE REALLY FEEL SEATTLE!!!!
VS.
John Carlson
The future of Seattle football. And a scary, scary looking fella.
7. Jim Zorn
Before my time as a player. But had a big role in developing Matt Hasselbeck into the bad ass that he is today.
VS.
10. Chris Warren
^^^ These things have gotta be regionalized. In all seriousness... this dude put up some great number on some crap teams. A real workhorse. Deserves some recognition.
2. Lou Piniella
^^^ Pretty sure I was at that game. What can you say about Sweet Lou? He's the best. Plus Erik can do a mean impression of him. Not sure how well it will translate into post form... but maybe he'll give it a shot.
VS.
15. Our Soccer team
^^^ That's a soccer ball right?
1. Gary Payton
The Glove. No jokes here (the entire post is debatable). Best Sonic of all time, and a top 5 Seattle Sports star. No arguments. NONE. Try it!!!! I dare you. Plus GP is hilarious, he came to Save Our Sonics Rally... Gary rules.
VS.
16. Brian Bozworth
Hey, I love Stone Cold as much as the next guy... but to say The Boz's career fizzled is a bigger understatement than .... * Fill In Your Own Creative Joke Here *
8. Leroy Hill
You wanna tell that dude he's not in the tourney? Plus he's the franchise now.
VS.
9. Dave Valle
Puts on a great baseball camp. Made sure kids weren't afraid to get beaned. GREAT color guy! Always enjoy when he hip checks Ricco into the wall to catch a flyball.
Alrighty... VOTE!!!
Just finished watching a dismal game. The Cougs did NOT play there game and apparently were up against the Australian Michael Jordan mixed with Valde Divac. It's a shame. This dude Patti... yep, Patti... had a monster game, but he tarnished it by flopping the entire game like a gigantic pussy. I'm left with one big question after listening to the dynamite commentating team... was St. Mary's close to making the tournament? In all seriousness the colorman on this team is the biggest idiot I've ever listened. He barely watch the game and made outlandish claims about Coug players trying hurt the other team. He's a fucking moron. I'm in a GREAT MOOD!!!
On to the business at hand.
Group 2 results:
Winners
Cammy 19-2
Ray 20-1
Griffey 21-0
Karl 17-4
Tez-Rex 17-4
Felix 19-2 (whoever voted for the dance crew needs to take a long look in the mirror)
Lofa 14-6
and..
.
.
.
.
.
SCHEFFLER 11-9!!! What an upset!!! He's got Lofa next round!
Ok, Group 3 of Round 1 here we go:
6. John Olerud
John Olerud oozes charisma and pisses out personality. While looking for this picture I realized how many teams he played for at the end. Sort of whored himself out. But he's a Coug and he really helped out on the 115 win team.
VS.
11. Lauren Jackson
Would ya? I would.
3. Jay Buhner
Buhner rules. Someone please post the story about him in the dugout screaming at Griffey when he was rounding third off of the Double. I'm pretty sure the Sheriff confirmed it at King's. Am I right?
VS.
Jarrod Washburn
Probably doesn't belong. But he got one of our writer's his start. Do your research gang.
5. Rashard Lewis
I guess this guy still plays in the NBA. I wasn't sure that league still existed. Anyway, like it or not, statistically this dude goes down as one of the greatest Sonics of all time.
VS.
12. Peanut Guy
I always wait until he's a few steps away for two reasons. 1) See how creative he can get with the toss, and 2) I don't want to drop the peanuts.
4. Shaun Alexander
He was the MVP of the fuckin' league. The more a I think about it... the more ashamed I am of how are city just absolutely turned on him at the first sign of decline. LET'S SHOW HIM HOW WE REALLY FEEL SEATTLE!!!!
VS.
John Carlson
The future of Seattle football. And a scary, scary looking fella.
7. Jim Zorn
Before my time as a player. But had a big role in developing Matt Hasselbeck into the bad ass that he is today.
VS.
10. Chris Warren
^^^ These things have gotta be regionalized. In all seriousness... this dude put up some great number on some crap teams. A real workhorse. Deserves some recognition.
2. Lou Piniella
^^^ Pretty sure I was at that game. What can you say about Sweet Lou? He's the best. Plus Erik can do a mean impression of him. Not sure how well it will translate into post form... but maybe he'll give it a shot.
VS.
15. Our Soccer team
^^^ That's a soccer ball right?
1. Gary Payton
The Glove. No jokes here (the entire post is debatable). Best Sonic of all time, and a top 5 Seattle Sports star. No arguments. NONE. Try it!!!! I dare you. Plus GP is hilarious, he came to Save Our Sonics Rally... Gary rules.
VS.
16. Brian Bozworth
Hey, I love Stone Cold as much as the next guy... but to say The Boz's career fizzled is a bigger understatement than .... * Fill In Your Own Creative Joke Here *
8. Leroy Hill
You wanna tell that dude he's not in the tourney? Plus he's the franchise now.
VS.
9. Dave Valle
Puts on a great baseball camp. Made sure kids weren't afraid to get beaned. GREAT color guy! Always enjoy when he hip checks Ricco into the wall to catch a flyball.
Alrighty... VOTE!!!
Rock Out with your Mock Out
The Combine has come and gone and we are in the midst of Pro Days. I think it’s about time to revise my original Mock Draft. As you will see, there are quite a few changes. Enjoy!
1. Detroit Lions - Matthew Stafford (QB, Georgia)
I won’t change this until I hear they’re negotiating with someone. They could go with Curry if they want a playmaking linebacker, but they might decide to use a 5th round pick on that type of player.
2. St. Louis Rams – Eugene Monroe (T, Virginia)
No change here either. The Rams cut Orlando Pace, but they needed to address their O-line anyway. They could go with Jason Smith if they feel like his potential outweighs Monroe’s already polished skills.
3. KC Chiefs – Aaron Curry (LB, Wake Forest)
Again, no change. I figure they have to go with Curry. They’re switching to the 3-4 and could use all the quality LBs they can get. They addressed QB through the Cassel trade and can have him replace the aging Steve DeBerg.
4. Seattle Seahawks – Michael Crabtree (WR, Texas Tech)
Even with T.J., I say the Hawks go with Crabtree. He’s probably the #1 guy in the draft and signing another WR shouldn’t make them pass on him. If they take Crabtree, they might cut Branch. They would have a lot of money tied up in one position if they didn’t. With Peterson gone, it would be interesting to see what happens if Curry is still available. I wouldn’t mind them taking Monroe or Jason Smith if they’re available.
5. Cleveland Browns – Brian Orakpo (DE/OLB, Texas) (new)
The Browns need to take the best pass rusher in the draft and that is Orakpo. His stock has risen since the Combine. Although some question his ability to do anything but rush the passer and also his ability to provide a consistent effort. But hey, it’s Cleveland. Who the hell will care?
6. Cincinnati Bengals – Jason Smith (T, Baylor) (new)
They need to improve the O-line. Jason Smith might be the best T on some people’s boards, so it would be a good pick at #6. Plus, at the Combine he mentioned that he liked to physically assault the guy he was matched up with. If he does that off the field he’ll end up in trouble with the law. Perfect fit.
7. Oakland Raiders – BJ Raji (DT, Boston College) (new)
Michael Lombardi on NFL Network said there is no way Al Davis will take a receiver with this pick. He said he’ll go O-line or D-Line. I still think he’ll go with Maclin, but Lombardi did work alongside Davis, so I guess I’ll go with Raji.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars – Jeremy Maclin (WR, Mizzou) (new)
Maclin can step in immediately and be the next first round WR bust in Jacksonville.
9. Green Bay Packers – Andre Smith (T, Alabama)
I’m going to stick with him here. I have heard mixed reviews from his pro day. Some people think it was awful, others think he did nothing to hurt himself any further. He did take his shirt off without being asked, which is odd, because his upper body is flabby and he has gross tits. Packers could go with Tyson Jackson from LSU because they need a true 3-4 DE and he is the only quality one in the draft. This would be a little high I think.
10. San Francisco 49ers – Aaron Maybin (DE/OLB, Penn State) (new)
I thought about having them take Mark Sanchez just so I could feel better about playing them next year, and that’s still an option. I could see them going OL or WR if one of the top guys fell to them.
11. Buffalo Bills – Popcorn (as in, get it ready) (new)
Could go with Brandon Pettigrew (TE, Okla St), but I think they can get a TE in the 2nd round and use this pick to improve their pass rush. So they’ll go Everrette Brown (DE/OLB, FSU). Although, I’ve heard Pettigrew compared to Jason Witten, so it’d be hilarious if they took him to piss off TO.
12. Denver Broncos – Mark Sanchez (QB, USC) (new)
Just throwing it out there. Could be a surprise pick if Cutler and Coach can’t get repair the relationship. I suggest they do a lock-in at the rec center and talk about their issues.
13. Washington Redskins – Michael Oher (T, Ole Miss)
I really like Oher and the Redskins need help on the line.
14. New Orleans Saints – Malcolm Jenkins (CB, Ohio State)
I originally thought this would be a surprise if he fell this far, but it seems pretty likely after a poor Combine. He looked better at his pro day, but concerns about top speed are still there. He might have to play FS in the pros.
15. Houston Texans – Brian Cushing (OLB, USC)
Some concerns are being raised as to whether or not Cushing can stay on the field for 3 downs. I think he should be able to as he develops. He can probably play inside or outside.
16. San Diego Chargers – Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) (new)
They need a replacement for Igor Olshansky. Jackson is the only legit 3-4 DE and would be a good fit for the defense.
17. New York Jets – Percy Harvin (WR, Florida) (new)
If Josh Freeman’s buzz continues to grow they might take him, but I think they’ll go for Harvin because of the playmaking abilities. He can line up in some different spots and help in the return game (probably).
18. Chicago Bears – Darrius Heyward-Bey (WR, Maryland) (new)
They need a quality receiver to pair with Hester. I think Hakeem Nicks is a better receiver, but people like Heyward-Bey’s combination of size and speed.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Vontae Davis (CB, Illinois)
Freeman’s stock is rising and the new coach has experience with him from when he was at K-State, but I just don’t think they’ll make the pick.
20. Detroit Lions – Rey Maualuga (ILB, USC) (new)
Rey (I’m not on a first name basis, but it’s really annoying to type Maualuga) can bring some intensity to the defense. His draft position might be determined by how severe his hamstring injury is. I have heard that this pick could possibly be used in a package to trade for Jay Cutler. That would be a great move for the Lions as they could then focus on taking the top OT at #1.
21. Philadelphia Eagles – Knowshon Moreno (RB, Georgia)
Gonna stick with this one for now. They would like an OT, so Eben Britton is an option.
22. Minnesota Vikings – Josh Freeman (QB, Kansas State) (new)
Is Sage Rosenfels the answer? Yes. As long as the question is: who will not be starting for the Vikings by Week 8? Tavaris Jackson doesn’t seem to be developing, so I think the Vikings should take Freeman here.
23. New England Patriots – Clay Matthews (OLB, USC) (new)
His stock has been on the rise since the beginning of his Senior year. So the Pats will draft him and he’ll probably be awesome.
24. Atlanta Falcons – Robert Ayers (DE, Tennessee) (new)
This guy’s kind of a one-year wonder. He continued his solid year at the Senior Bowl where he had a great week of practice. Most mocks have him a bit higher.
25. Miami Dolphins – Alphonso Smith (CB, Wake Forest) (new)
Smith is undersized and did not run as fast as hoped at the Combine. But he is a playmaker with good ball skills.
26. Baltimore Ravens – Brandon Pettigrew (TE, Oklahoma State) (new)
They’ll probably pick a defensive player instead, but with Todd Heap steadily declining, Pettigrew would be the smart choice. Although, I just read that they signed L.J. Smith, so maybe they wouldn't use a first round pick on the position.
27. Indianapolis Colts – Peria Jerry (DT, Ole Miss)
The Colts need help at the position and Jerry seems to be moving up people’s boards. WR is an option here as well. They’ll just take the best player available.
28. Philadelphia Eagles – Eben Britton (T, Arizona) (new)
Britton has been getting some recent buzz. He will likely play RT in the pros.
29. New York Giants – Hakeem Nicks (WR, North Carolina) (new)
My East Coast draft scout says that Giants fans would like Hakeem Nicks. There is a good chance he’ll be off the board by this point, but he could drop to this spot.
30. Tennessee Titans – Evander Hood (DT, Missouri) (new)
He is generating some buzz and his nickname is Ziggy.
31. Arizona Cardinals – Chris Wells (RB, Ohio State) (new)
I don’t think he’ll drop this far, but I couldn’t find any other spot for him. There's also a chance that the Cardinals will miss their pick. I could easily see the Cards' war room turning on draft coverage and when they aren't on the clock within the first 10 picks, they'll think the NFL forgot about them and close up shop. You can't blame them. Until now they had no idea there were more than 15 picks in the first round.
32. Pittsburgh Steelers – Darius Butler (CB, UConn) (new)
Stock is on the rise. The Steelers lost McFadden to free agency, so they need to add a DB.
With their pick in the 2nd round, the Hawks will have some good options. It’s likely that they’ll have their pick of the safeties, which is a position I think we all would like them to address. If they don’t go with Crabtree at #4, I would like to see them take Brian Robiskie (WR, Ohio State). He doesn’t have great speed, but seems to do everything else well. I also have Laurinaitis now falling into the 2nd round, but if he does he won’t last too long.
1. Detroit Lions - Matthew Stafford (QB, Georgia)
I won’t change this until I hear they’re negotiating with someone. They could go with Curry if they want a playmaking linebacker, but they might decide to use a 5th round pick on that type of player.
2. St. Louis Rams – Eugene Monroe (T, Virginia)
No change here either. The Rams cut Orlando Pace, but they needed to address their O-line anyway. They could go with Jason Smith if they feel like his potential outweighs Monroe’s already polished skills.
3. KC Chiefs – Aaron Curry (LB, Wake Forest)
Again, no change. I figure they have to go with Curry. They’re switching to the 3-4 and could use all the quality LBs they can get. They addressed QB through the Cassel trade and can have him replace the aging Steve DeBerg.
4. Seattle Seahawks – Michael Crabtree (WR, Texas Tech)
Even with T.J., I say the Hawks go with Crabtree. He’s probably the #1 guy in the draft and signing another WR shouldn’t make them pass on him. If they take Crabtree, they might cut Branch. They would have a lot of money tied up in one position if they didn’t. With Peterson gone, it would be interesting to see what happens if Curry is still available. I wouldn’t mind them taking Monroe or Jason Smith if they’re available.
5. Cleveland Browns – Brian Orakpo (DE/OLB, Texas) (new)
The Browns need to take the best pass rusher in the draft and that is Orakpo. His stock has risen since the Combine. Although some question his ability to do anything but rush the passer and also his ability to provide a consistent effort. But hey, it’s Cleveland. Who the hell will care?
6. Cincinnati Bengals – Jason Smith (T, Baylor) (new)
They need to improve the O-line. Jason Smith might be the best T on some people’s boards, so it would be a good pick at #6. Plus, at the Combine he mentioned that he liked to physically assault the guy he was matched up with. If he does that off the field he’ll end up in trouble with the law. Perfect fit.
7. Oakland Raiders – BJ Raji (DT, Boston College) (new)
Michael Lombardi on NFL Network said there is no way Al Davis will take a receiver with this pick. He said he’ll go O-line or D-Line. I still think he’ll go with Maclin, but Lombardi did work alongside Davis, so I guess I’ll go with Raji.
8. Jacksonville Jaguars – Jeremy Maclin (WR, Mizzou) (new)
Maclin can step in immediately and be the next first round WR bust in Jacksonville.
9. Green Bay Packers – Andre Smith (T, Alabama)
I’m going to stick with him here. I have heard mixed reviews from his pro day. Some people think it was awful, others think he did nothing to hurt himself any further. He did take his shirt off without being asked, which is odd, because his upper body is flabby and he has gross tits. Packers could go with Tyson Jackson from LSU because they need a true 3-4 DE and he is the only quality one in the draft. This would be a little high I think.
10. San Francisco 49ers – Aaron Maybin (DE/OLB, Penn State) (new)
I thought about having them take Mark Sanchez just so I could feel better about playing them next year, and that’s still an option. I could see them going OL or WR if one of the top guys fell to them.
11. Buffalo Bills – Popcorn (as in, get it ready) (new)
Could go with Brandon Pettigrew (TE, Okla St), but I think they can get a TE in the 2nd round and use this pick to improve their pass rush. So they’ll go Everrette Brown (DE/OLB, FSU). Although, I’ve heard Pettigrew compared to Jason Witten, so it’d be hilarious if they took him to piss off TO.
12. Denver Broncos – Mark Sanchez (QB, USC) (new)
Just throwing it out there. Could be a surprise pick if Cutler and Coach can’t get repair the relationship. I suggest they do a lock-in at the rec center and talk about their issues.
13. Washington Redskins – Michael Oher (T, Ole Miss)
I really like Oher and the Redskins need help on the line.
14. New Orleans Saints – Malcolm Jenkins (CB, Ohio State)
I originally thought this would be a surprise if he fell this far, but it seems pretty likely after a poor Combine. He looked better at his pro day, but concerns about top speed are still there. He might have to play FS in the pros.
15. Houston Texans – Brian Cushing (OLB, USC)
Some concerns are being raised as to whether or not Cushing can stay on the field for 3 downs. I think he should be able to as he develops. He can probably play inside or outside.
16. San Diego Chargers – Tyson Jackson (DE, LSU) (new)
They need a replacement for Igor Olshansky. Jackson is the only legit 3-4 DE and would be a good fit for the defense.
17. New York Jets – Percy Harvin (WR, Florida) (new)
If Josh Freeman’s buzz continues to grow they might take him, but I think they’ll go for Harvin because of the playmaking abilities. He can line up in some different spots and help in the return game (probably).
18. Chicago Bears – Darrius Heyward-Bey (WR, Maryland) (new)
They need a quality receiver to pair with Hester. I think Hakeem Nicks is a better receiver, but people like Heyward-Bey’s combination of size and speed.
19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Vontae Davis (CB, Illinois)
Freeman’s stock is rising and the new coach has experience with him from when he was at K-State, but I just don’t think they’ll make the pick.
20. Detroit Lions – Rey Maualuga (ILB, USC) (new)
Rey (I’m not on a first name basis, but it’s really annoying to type Maualuga) can bring some intensity to the defense. His draft position might be determined by how severe his hamstring injury is. I have heard that this pick could possibly be used in a package to trade for Jay Cutler. That would be a great move for the Lions as they could then focus on taking the top OT at #1.
21. Philadelphia Eagles – Knowshon Moreno (RB, Georgia)
Gonna stick with this one for now. They would like an OT, so Eben Britton is an option.
22. Minnesota Vikings – Josh Freeman (QB, Kansas State) (new)
Is Sage Rosenfels the answer? Yes. As long as the question is: who will not be starting for the Vikings by Week 8? Tavaris Jackson doesn’t seem to be developing, so I think the Vikings should take Freeman here.
23. New England Patriots – Clay Matthews (OLB, USC) (new)
His stock has been on the rise since the beginning of his Senior year. So the Pats will draft him and he’ll probably be awesome.
24. Atlanta Falcons – Robert Ayers (DE, Tennessee) (new)
This guy’s kind of a one-year wonder. He continued his solid year at the Senior Bowl where he had a great week of practice. Most mocks have him a bit higher.
25. Miami Dolphins – Alphonso Smith (CB, Wake Forest) (new)
Smith is undersized and did not run as fast as hoped at the Combine. But he is a playmaker with good ball skills.
26. Baltimore Ravens – Brandon Pettigrew (TE, Oklahoma State) (new)
They’ll probably pick a defensive player instead, but with Todd Heap steadily declining, Pettigrew would be the smart choice. Although, I just read that they signed L.J. Smith, so maybe they wouldn't use a first round pick on the position.
27. Indianapolis Colts – Peria Jerry (DT, Ole Miss)
The Colts need help at the position and Jerry seems to be moving up people’s boards. WR is an option here as well. They’ll just take the best player available.
28. Philadelphia Eagles – Eben Britton (T, Arizona) (new)
Britton has been getting some recent buzz. He will likely play RT in the pros.
29. New York Giants – Hakeem Nicks (WR, North Carolina) (new)
My East Coast draft scout says that Giants fans would like Hakeem Nicks. There is a good chance he’ll be off the board by this point, but he could drop to this spot.
30. Tennessee Titans – Evander Hood (DT, Missouri) (new)
He is generating some buzz and his nickname is Ziggy.
31. Arizona Cardinals – Chris Wells (RB, Ohio State) (new)
I don’t think he’ll drop this far, but I couldn’t find any other spot for him. There's also a chance that the Cardinals will miss their pick. I could easily see the Cards' war room turning on draft coverage and when they aren't on the clock within the first 10 picks, they'll think the NFL forgot about them and close up shop. You can't blame them. Until now they had no idea there were more than 15 picks in the first round.
32. Pittsburgh Steelers – Darius Butler (CB, UConn) (new)
Stock is on the rise. The Steelers lost McFadden to free agency, so they need to add a DB.
With their pick in the 2nd round, the Hawks will have some good options. It’s likely that they’ll have their pick of the safeties, which is a position I think we all would like them to address. If they don’t go with Crabtree at #4, I would like to see them take Brian Robiskie (WR, Ohio State). He doesn’t have great speed, but seems to do everything else well. I also have Laurinaitis now falling into the 2nd round, but if he does he won’t last too long.
3.16.2009
HCM's Tourney Pick
Be sure to check out the matchup profiles below this post... and hopefully the surveys are finally up... but onto the task at hand...
Well, it's the moment you've all been waiting for. Time for the crew at henrycottosmustache.com to pick our tourney team. With the state's best battling it out in the NIT, it was sort of up in the air this season. There were two "local" teams we could look at:
UW - there's no way these guys make it past the first weekend. Sorry it's true. Mississippi State is the kind of team that only elite schools will beat, and UW isn't one. Let's say for argument's sake they DO beat Miss. St. Well... no chance in hell they beat Purdue. Sorry UW. You lose.
"The Zags" - If you're not from Spokane or didn't attend Gonzaga... don't root for them. There's no way you have any ties to the team. So just shut up. Rooting for Gonzaga just tells everyone out there that you jumped on a bandwagon a few years back and you're just too chicken shit to jump back off.
There's only one natural choice. It's the SMARTEST pick to make. A division champion so strong that the rest of the league was too scared to even play them in a conference tournament. I give you
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Well, it's the moment you've all been waiting for. Time for the crew at henrycottosmustache.com to pick our tourney team. With the state's best battling it out in the NIT, it was sort of up in the air this season. There were two "local" teams we could look at:
UW - there's no way these guys make it past the first weekend. Sorry it's true. Mississippi State is the kind of team that only elite schools will beat, and UW isn't one. Let's say for argument's sake they DO beat Miss. St. Well... no chance in hell they beat Purdue. Sorry UW. You lose.
"The Zags" - If you're not from Spokane or didn't attend Gonzaga... don't root for them. There's no way you have any ties to the team. So just shut up. Rooting for Gonzaga just tells everyone out there that you jumped on a bandwagon a few years back and you're just too chicken shit to jump back off.
There's only one natural choice. It's the SMARTEST pick to make. A division champion so strong that the rest of the league was too scared to even play them in a conference tournament. I give you
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Jump on now before it's too late. Look how mad that bear is. WOW!
3.14.2009
Round 1 Group 2
Here's our group 2 of first round matchups:
5. Mike Cameron
I'll go on record saying he had the most amount of Seattle fans for spending the shortest amount of time as a Mariner. Really fun player to root for. Plus didn't it come out that he drank during games? If so... rad.
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12. Dave Krieg
I put him on here before I saw this picture. But this pic erased any doubts that he belongs.
4. Ray Allen
Smoothest shot I've ever seen. He's more of a cog in the system now, but I always thought he never got the credit he deserved for being one of the best players in the league when he was with the Sonics. I'm talkin' Top 10. Plus he grabbed Rosario's boobs.
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13. Rick Rizzzzzz
How can a picture this small contain a rug that big?
1. Ken Griffey, Jr.
He's .... *sob* ... he's ... (fighting back more tears).... he's back!!!!
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16. Jim McIlvaine
Yep.
8. Lenny Wilkens
I guess he was a great Sonic. Before my time.
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Sooooo close to a ring.
6. Cortez Kennedy
The most dominant Seattle defensive player ever (w/ apologies to Gary Payton).
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11. The Squatch
Rumor has it, he still patrols the rafters at the vacant Key, repelling down to eat rats and other vermin for sustenance. His cries of pain and anguish pollute the Seattle nights. (another rumor has him selling out to become the the Bison for that dipshit team near Texas.)
3. Felix Hernandez
Bow down to the King. There was some chatter that the King Felix seed was too high. talk to me after the season. His time is upon us. All hail the king. (listen to Motorhead when you're reading this).
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14. The Dancing Grounds Crew
I laughed the first time I saw these guys. Now I just cry.
7. Lofa Tatupu
Future Hall of Famer. I sense a bounce back year for him.
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Freddy Garcia and Carlos Guillen
Randy Johnson netted us these two dudes (and John "I don't like baseball" Halama). They showed some promise, but their buddy in the middle up there may have had something to do with their demise in Seattle. We traded em both. Carlos has been an All-star since and Freddy dominated in the playoffs for Chicago as they won a World Series. OOPS. OOPS.
PS I could be wrong but without looking I believe the guys we got for Randy Johnson got us Ben Davis, Miguel Olivo, Mike Morse, and Ramon Vasquez. Hmmm.
2. Steve Largent
What can I say? He's a Hall of Famer. Seattle's only Hall of Famer, right? Anybody help me out there? Plus I once stood next to him in line for Splash Mountain. So the dude clearly has great taste in theme park attractions.
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15. Steve Scheffler
Pros: In the glory days when Payton and Kemp had the Sonics in cruise control, the crowd would literally chant his name until he rose off the bench and they erupted. One of my favorite Sonics memories was Karl sticking him in an NBC televised game in the first few minutes to guard Barkley. Karl didn't like the team's intensity. Steve definitely brought that.
Cons: I heard he makes kids quote him Bible verses before signing autographs. Dude?
Anyway... vote away!
5. Mike Cameron
I'll go on record saying he had the most amount of Seattle fans for spending the shortest amount of time as a Mariner. Really fun player to root for. Plus didn't it come out that he drank during games? If so... rad.
VS.
12. Dave Krieg
I put him on here before I saw this picture. But this pic erased any doubts that he belongs.
4. Ray Allen
Smoothest shot I've ever seen. He's more of a cog in the system now, but I always thought he never got the credit he deserved for being one of the best players in the league when he was with the Sonics. I'm talkin' Top 10. Plus he grabbed Rosario's boobs.
VS.
13. Rick Rizzzzzz
How can a picture this small contain a rug that big?
1. Ken Griffey, Jr.
He's .... *sob* ... he's ... (fighting back more tears).... he's back!!!!
VS.
16. Jim McIlvaine
Yep.
8. Lenny Wilkens
I guess he was a great Sonic. Before my time.
VS.
Sooooo close to a ring.
6. Cortez Kennedy
The most dominant Seattle defensive player ever (w/ apologies to Gary Payton).
VS.
11. The Squatch
Rumor has it, he still patrols the rafters at the vacant Key, repelling down to eat rats and other vermin for sustenance. His cries of pain and anguish pollute the Seattle nights. (another rumor has him selling out to become the the Bison for that dipshit team near Texas.)
3. Felix Hernandez
Bow down to the King. There was some chatter that the King Felix seed was too high. talk to me after the season. His time is upon us. All hail the king. (listen to Motorhead when you're reading this).
VS.
14. The Dancing Grounds Crew
I laughed the first time I saw these guys. Now I just cry.
7. Lofa Tatupu
Future Hall of Famer. I sense a bounce back year for him.
VS.
Freddy Garcia and Carlos Guillen
Randy Johnson netted us these two dudes (and John "I don't like baseball" Halama). They showed some promise, but their buddy in the middle up there may have had something to do with their demise in Seattle. We traded em both. Carlos has been an All-star since and Freddy dominated in the playoffs for Chicago as they won a World Series. OOPS. OOPS.
PS I could be wrong but without looking I believe the guys we got for Randy Johnson got us Ben Davis, Miguel Olivo, Mike Morse, and Ramon Vasquez. Hmmm.
2. Steve Largent
What can I say? He's a Hall of Famer. Seattle's only Hall of Famer, right? Anybody help me out there? Plus I once stood next to him in line for Splash Mountain. So the dude clearly has great taste in theme park attractions.
VS.
15. Steve Scheffler
Pros: In the glory days when Payton and Kemp had the Sonics in cruise control, the crowd would literally chant his name until he rose off the bench and they erupted. One of my favorite Sonics memories was Karl sticking him in an NBC televised game in the first few minutes to guard Barkley. Karl didn't like the team's intensity. Steve definitely brought that.
Cons: I heard he makes kids quote him Bible verses before signing autographs. Dude?
Anyway... vote away!
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