Getting Hooked I

As a relative novice to the world of hockey, I’ve sometimes wondered whether I’d be able to get caught up in the game in the same way I do with football or baseball or basketball. After watching the Washington Capitals mount an impressive comeback to top the Philadelphia Flyers 7-5, I can answer, conclusively, yes. … Read more

Six Pack: Giants

What follows is an answer to the chorus of complaints from the legions of fans tired of being distracted by “sensible” analysis, backed by “facts” and “knowledge.” If you seek shelter from the twin storms that are “reality” and “logic,” then this is your port of call. 1) The Washington Redskins seemed to ignore all … Read more

Six Pack: Eagles I

What follows is an answer to the chorus of complaints from the legions of fans that are tired of being distracted by “sensible” analysis backed by “facts” and “knowledge.” If you seek shelter from the twin storms that are “reality” and “logic,” then this is your port of call. 1) A big thumbs down to … Read more

Six Pack: Dolphins

What follows are answers to the chorus of complaints from the legions of fans that are tired of being distracted by “sensible” analyses backed by “facts” and “knowledge.” If you seek shelter from the twin storms that are “reality” and “logic,” then this is your port of call. 1) First, we here at the Six … Read more

Player Profiles: Fred Smoot

When Fred Smoot left as a free agent after the 2004 season, many Redskins fans lamented the loss of the popular defensive back. Though somewhat undersized relative to today’s receivers, Smoot’s brash style, 16 interceptions in four years and his willingness to play through pain made him a fan favorite. Smoot suffered through two tumultuous, … Read more

Team Needs: Philadelphia Eagles

Between now and the 2007 NFL Draft, THN will be taking a look at all of the NFL teams’ off-season needs. Up next is the team with the 27th overall pick in the draft, the Philadelphia Eagles. 2006 Results: 10-6 2007 Projected Cap Status: $97,750,000 or $11,250,000 under the cap 2006 Season Recap: The Philadelphia … Read more

Team Needs: New York Jets

Between now and the 2007 NFL Draft, THN will be taking a look at all of the NFL teams’ off-season needs. Up next is the team with the 26th overall pick in the draft, the New York Jets. 2006 Results: 10-6 2007 Projected Cap Status: $93,000,000 or $16,000,000 under the cap 2006 Season Recap: The … Read more

Team Needs: New York Giants

Between now and the 2007 NFL Draft, THN will be taking a look at all of the NFL teams’ off-season needs. Up next is the team with the twentieth overall pick in the draft, the New York Giants. 2006 Results: 8-8 2007 Projected Cap Status: $93,300,000 or $15,700,000 under the cap 2006 Season Recap: It … Read more

Team Needs: Tennessee Titans

Between now and the 2007 NFL Draft, THN will be taking a look at all of the NFL teams’ off-season needs. Up next is the team with the nineteenth overall pick in the draft, the Tennessee Titans. 2006 Results: 8-8 2007 Projected Cap Status: $73,000,000 or $36,000,000 under the cap 2006 Season Recap: The Tennessee … Read more

Team Needs: Minnesota Vikings

Between now and the 2007 NFL Draft, THN will be taking a look at all of the NFL teams’ offseason needs. Up next is the team with the seventh overall pick in the draft, the Minnesota Vikings. 2006 Results: 6-10 2007 Projected Cap Status: $77,500,000 or $31,500,000 under the cap 2006 Season Recap: The Vikings … Read more