Five-game winning streak. An O-line finally protecting its quarterback by only allowing 1.3 sacks per game instead of 4.7. An inspired running game lead by an equally inspired yet underpaid running back. A special teams that is consistent and explosive. A defense that is showing signs of its monster history. And now, Cutler possibly out … Continue reading It’s the end of the season as we know it (and I don’t feel fine).
A Mermaid Writes
Now trending: the letter D
Derrick, Dirk, Dwyane and Durant. Okay, so Durant's first name is Kevin but that doesn't work with my current musings. Four teams, four leaders, all names with the letter D. Interesting, to say the least. So what's in a name? Durant: firm; Derrick: ruler of people; Dirk: famous ruler; Dwyane: from the wagon maker. From … Continue reading Now trending: the letter D
D-Rose, D-Wade, D-lightful
Yep, that's me. It's the playoffs. And when it's the playoffs and the Bulls are running, I break out the horns. You could say I'm D-vout. And what do I think of the Bulls chances against the D-vas of the NBA? More than good. And while Skip Bayless tweeted he'd take "..DWade/Lebron over Rose/Deng. Bosh is a … Continue reading D-Rose, D-Wade, D-lightful
Age and arrogance (or why I believe the Lakers were swept)
Age and arrogance are not a good combination, just ask the L.A. Lakers. I'm not saying they're not a talented basketball team or an ambitious organization. What I am saying is these "experienced" players need to understand just where they are and who they are. Where they are is headed home, not to a championship game, not this … Continue reading Age and arrogance (or why I believe the Lakers were swept)
Hello, old friends
It's been many years since I've felt the need to dust off the horns. Many years. I realize the Chicago Bulls have entered post-season play six out of the past seven years, but this is the first year I feel this team can bring a championship back to the Windy City. But I'm well aware … Continue reading Hello, old friends
Beating a three-day-old dead horse
Yes, that three-day-old dead horse is Jay Cutler and his infamous knee. While others were busy on Sunday tweet-lynching Cutler and questioning the toughness of the guy, I was just disappointed our offensive efforts fell flat in the first half. I never questioned if he was truly hurt. After all, wasn't this the same QB who spent most … Continue reading Beating a three-day-old dead horse
B-r-r-r-utal!
The 33-0 deficit at the half the Bears faced yesterday was the largest in their 91 seasons. They were bullied, run over, throttled and just plain out-played on their home turf. And in their home conditions. I'm almost glad our local stations didn't carry the game. I did get to watch online from a link … Continue reading B-r-r-r-utal!
Where were you?
It's hard to believe it's been 30 years since John Lennon was murdered. 30 years. And for football fans, especially Miami and New England fans, you probably remember exactly where you were when the news of Lennon's death was announced. Watching Monday Night Football. The game was tied 13-13, with New England about to kick … Continue reading Where were you?
Turn out the lights…
Don Meredith has passed away. I was three years old when he retired from the Dallas Cowboys, so suffice to say my memories of Dandy Don are from his days with Monday Night Football. Howard, Don, and Frank. Their voices became as familiar to me as my father's. Which is why Don's passing is as … Continue reading Turn out the lights…
Memories, like the cornerbacks of my mind
A fellow co-worker reminded me this morning of the demolition defense days of the 80s Bears. He brought back memories of Coach Buddy Ryan, Singletary, Dent, Hampton, Duerson, Fencik, and someone I hadn't thought of in years, or admittedly, knew much about except he was the other half of the "hit men." Doug Plank. And because … Continue reading Memories, like the cornerbacks of my mind
Mermaid of the Plains 