Bill Belichick is one of the most fascinating and intriguing people in sports. We know he’s successful and arguably the best NFL coach ever. But as respected as he is for football strategy and managing an NFL team, he seems to be mischaracterized as a man. It’s hard to know if he’s to blame for coming across as standoffish and arrogant, or if it’s the media’s narrative of his personality. The legend of Belichick is certainly unique with his short answers to the media…his infrequent smiles…and his cutoff hoodie…however, when you see how…
Monthly Archives: January, 2017
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Who is Bill Belichick – Really?
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Is Matt Ryan Elite?
Continue ReadingWe all know that Tom Brady will steal most of the spotlight leading up to the Super Bowl, but Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback, Matt Ryan, has taken his game to another level throughout their successful season. Ryan has led his team to the big game by putting together an MVP-caliber year for the league’s best offense. Recognized as one of the better quarterbacks in the league, Ryan has had a solid Falcons career, but his playoff record was 1-4 heading into this year’s postseason. Quarterbacks are judged on how they play in the most important games…
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Just One More?
Continue ReadingThe combination of Tom Brady and Bill Belichick have led the New England Patriots to seven Super Bowls and now have the chance to win their fifth. With that I say, haven’t they already won enough? What do they still have to prove? Aren’t they satisfied with four rings? Will one more do it? The Cleveland Cavaliers are presently in pursuit of back to back NBA Championships, and LeBron is complaining about their roster and demanding improvements so the team can win again. Remember how joyful LeBron and Cleveland were when they…
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The Key Falcons Trade
Continue ReadingAs we look at this year’s Super Bowl matchup, it’s fun to marvel at each team’s journey to the big game. We think about their victories along the way, and also admire their wise decisions when constructing their rosters. From draft picks to free agents to trades, everything has to click to create the right combination of players. The Atlanta Falcons have made some impressive moves, but the most momentous (and pricey) was their trade for wide receiver, Julio Jones, in the 2011 NFL Draft. They knew they needed a big weapon at…
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Patriots vs. Goodell
Continue ReadingSuper Bowl LI is set between the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots. For the next two weeks, media and fans are going to dissect both teams and countless story lines are going to surface. One of the juicier stories out there to follow involves NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the Patriots. You didn’t think the conversations about “Deflategate” were over, did you? A dream scenario for many fans is seeing the awkward interaction between the Commissioner and Tom Brady, along with owner Robert Kraft, standing on the podium to accept…
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Paying Attention to Atlanta
Continue ReadingThe NFL’s final four teams play in the conference championship games on Sunday, and as sports fans, we are set up for an intriguing day of football. The biggest storylines leading up to the games, and even throughout the regular season, have centered around the Patriots, Steelers, and Packers. The Falcons, on the other hand, have been flying under the radar – despite their 11-5 record and league-high 33.8 points per game. Early on, the media and fans were caught up in discussing what was wrong with the Packers and Steelers, but now…
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The Empty Hall of Fame Ballot
Continue ReadingYesterday, Jeff Bagwell, Ivan Rodriguez and Tim Raines were all voted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. As exciting as it is for those three players, many others on the ballot were not deemed worthy of enough votes from the national baseball writers this year. Guys like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were two of the best players in their era…and maybe ever…but being associated with steroids has prevented them from receiving enough support. Each media member with a vote must make their own decision on how to handle the success…
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Antonio Brown’s Video
Continue ReadingAntonio Brown is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL and his Pittsburgh Steelers are one win away from making it to the Super Bowl. Brown has a big personality and takes full advantage of social media to create a “brand” for himself. This is what many athletes do, but sometimes it goes too far…like it did on Sunday night. I’m sure you’ve seen or heard by now the Facebook Live video that Brown did in the locker room following his team’s win. While his head coach was speaking…
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Complaining About $44 Million?
Continue ReadingSteph Curry has won back-to-back NBA MVP awards, has led the Warriors to an NBA Championship, and continues to be one of the most well-liked athletes in sports. Growing up with a dad in the NBA, Curry now has his own multiple endorsement deals and is in the final year of a four-year $44 million dollar contract. From the average fan’s perspective, we can’t imagine how much money $44 million truly is, and at first glance, it’s difficult to think that anyone making that kind of money would be “underpaid.” We know…
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Rodgers Thrives Out of the Pocket
Continue ReadingYesterday, NFL fans were finally rewarded with two intense and close games that had dramatic finishes. On the road in Dallas, the Packers’ final drive was especially exciting with 12 seconds left and the score tied at 31. Third and 20 from their own 31-yard line, Aaron Rodgers made a ridiculous throw to his tight end, Jared Cook, for a 36-yard sideline catch. That set up the game-winning field goal, and now the Packers are heading to the NFC Championship in Atlanta. The cool part about that play is how Rodgers…
