From Simba to Mufasa, can it be done?

For those of you who were not living on this planet last year (or those who live in a cave). Last year was the worst year in the history of sport for Michigan's beloved (lol) Detroit Lions. They were the first team in history to go 0-16.....ever! The ugly 0-16 record last year has lead them to be dubbed 'worst team in football (if not Sports) history'. Lets recap on the ridiculously horrible season. Detroit fans please refrain from violent acts and suicide attempts.

Starting with preseason I think the Lions were out to prove that Preseason games actually mean nothing (except for possible loss of players through injury). They won all 4 preseason games by comfortable enough margins. It was in Atlanta (week 1) where the trend of beating the Lions began. Unlike most trends, there seemed to be no end to it! From week 1 - week 5 they got so badly spanked that it seemed to demoralize the whole team, if not city. Week 6 against the Vikings and week 7 against the Texans there was a little glimpse of hope, where the down and out Lions thought they might win a game (MUHAHAHAHAH). It was week 11 when the Lions were mathematically out of playoff contention (I think we all knew it wasn't possible before week 11). After week 15 the league didn't think it was enough to watch the lions lose 15 consecutive match-ups; the Saints had to come along and violate, abuse and beat down the so called 'Lions', 7-42 in week 16 (Gawsh!). Trying to avoid being the worst team in history, the Lions stepped up to play the Packers at Lambeau in week 17. Well you know the outcome, I don't need to hurt them anymore than they hurt themselves. The only bright spot about the whole season was watching Calvin Johnson catch the ball (seriously that was it!).

Now after last year you would hope to make some serious changes. New GM (good), New coach (very good) and veteran players (OK, I guess). Adding smart and skilled veterans like Julian Peterson and Anthony Henry can only be a good thing for such a terrible defensive squad (if only they weren't 1,000 years old combined). Possibly starting the once great, now banged up QB - Daunte Culpepper surprised me? I am pretty sure he hasn't had a good season since 1734 BC. And ok, Sure each player I mentioned has been or still could be great. But do you really want to put your hopes in the rest of the leagues left overs. I just hope they make some very smart moves this season and actually make the picks they need in the draft his year. Maybe see if you can get a better QB than Drew Henson to back up the broken fumble machine that has become Daunte Culpepper (sorry my man, its true). I really hope this squad can shake of that not so Lionesque season and comeback with that 'King of the Jungle' like swagger this year. Regardless of what they do, I think each and every player and person involved with this organisation may need to consider finding God in 09!

If you didn't know, now you do!

Peace

Welcome to Miami!

Orlando and Miami are going to battle today! Most consider Miami a team un-worthy of watching because of their dismal 39-34 record, they are scored on as much as they score points, they average under 40 boards a game. After knowing all of this, why would anybody want to watch the Heat play at all. Well let me give you a couple reasons; Flash, B-Eazy, Mario Chalmers, Dequan Cook, Luther Head and about another 100 of the youngest and most talented people in the league. You would be an idiot not to enjoy watcing these catz take centre stage. Escpecially with Wade playing like the super hero that we expect him to be each and every night. Now enough obscene Miami ass kissing! The reason the is a great match up, is because it is a battle of two young and immensly talented teams. Granted Orlando will win by more than 10 points, due to Miami's obvious lack of a front court arsenal. Regardless of the games outcome, I can almost gaurantee it will fun to watch. I just hope the rest of the Miami squad start actually playing closer to that of the Lakers. They have the ability, they just don't have that confidence in themselves. Once this Miami squad gets a couple more games under their belt, and maybe a bit more playoff experience. This Miami squad will be come as dangerous as Somali Pirate hijacking a fuel ship.

If you didn't know, now you do!

Peace

Thumbs up for Saints and down for everyone else!

Yesterday it was announced that former Pro Bowl D-liner Rod Coleman, was given a chance to comeback with the Saints next season. Its great to see that some organizations understand talent should not be looked over, and investing in proven talents is good business. This 6-2 gigantor lead all Defensive tackles in sacks both in 04' and 05'. Not to mention a pretty impressive 4 forced fumbled that lead to his first Pro bowl selection on 05'. He has a combination of size, smarts and ox like strength; making this home-boy like a wrecking ball against apartments. Coleman injured himself in a watercraft accident (I know what you thinking.....genius right), which put him on the injury reserved list November 07'. Since then Coleman hasn't started a single game in the NFL. We all know injury can mean the end of your career in most cases in Pro Sport, particularly when it is off the field/court (Jayson Williams with the Chicago Bulls is perfect example of that). Subsequent recovery time and rehabilitation should be something team owners think about incorporating into their contracts (including free water crafting goods).

When a player performs above and beyond expectations (Ala Coleman), it is important to see that as a potentially great investment. Injury is part of the game, but should not be the end of the game for talented people like Coleman. There is an ocean of all-stars who were dubbed injury prone, to small for the position, to slow for the positions, to black, white, fat....the list goes on. In my time I have seen Heismann Trophy winners not even drafted (does that makes sense). Don't even get me started on Mike Vick! But before I get way ahead of myself I just want to point out that the Saints organisation deserve a round of applause (well, go on....). Although Coleman may not even make the squad. Even if he does make it, will he be as great as he was in 05'? Either way I still think they did a good job thinking laterally in this instance. It's time for the rest of the NFL to take a page out of the Saints book (some teams should think about copying the whole thing).

If you didn't know, now you do!

Peace

Chi-town step up.....Please!

It is hard watching the once upon a time dominant Chicago Bulls. They have been more up and down this season than Oprah's weight. It's not like they don't have the talent to get more wins! Frankly they have more talent on that squad than McDonald's has customers. Kirk Hinrich, Ben Gordon, Luol Deng, John Salmons, Brad Miller and Derrick Rose, I mean seriously! How can you not win games with so much talent. I could make a run to the playoffs with half of them. What's up Vinny? Do you need any help? I can understand that injuries and various other problems have come and sucked the swagger out of the squad. I just hope the addition of Brad Miller and John Salmons will create a fresh and revitalsed buzz in the locker room! The Chicago Bulls are a great team. I don't care what anybody has to say! You should never undestimate the power of the CHI!

P.S.

See if you can import some of Luol's 7 foot 8 cousins. More recruitment needs to be done in Africa.