The NFL has had a rough couple weeks; to say the least. Ray Rice, Adrian Peterson, and league commissioner Roger Goodell have exposed the NFL as a broken and flawed organization that depended so much on its image that it overlooked the ugliness that was inside the whole time. There is a good chance that the aforementioned players and commish will never set foot on a football … [Read more...] about The NFL needs complete overhaul; starting at the top
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Stephen A. Smith: A lesson in stupid
Stephen A. Smith, your rocket to the sun is ready. I like to believe that I am a level-headed person. My family and friends probably beg to differ. More often than not, I speak my mind in harsh truths because the topic either deserves it or because someone/something said or did something inexcusable for me to bear witness to. Advocating that men are allowed to hit women … [Read more...] about Stephen A. Smith: A lesson in stupid
Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft
Imagine, if you will, Troy Polamalu returning a fumble he forced himself for a touchdown; Aaron Rodgers lofting up 50-yard bombs with pinpoint accuracy; and Maurice Jones-Drew dissecting a defense with his explosive speed. Now, imagine all of those things happening… with those players wearing Bears jerseys. Call it crazy if you’d like, but the draft records show that former … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears Hindsight Draft
Ravens-49ers Super Bowl XLVII freestyle rap and prediction
Once the highly energized AFC and NFC Championship games end, the two weeks leading up to the Super Bowl make for one of the most annoying experiences for hardcore football fans. Not only do you have to be subject to intense commercialism, but also the same story-lines over and over day in, day out. Here at The Sports Bank we like to have a little more fun with out Super … [Read more...] about Ravens-49ers Super Bowl XLVII freestyle rap and prediction
2012 Fantasy Football Preview: RB
As the NFL season gets closer every day, so does your fantasy draft. The Sports Bank fantasy football previews continue we take a look at a running back position that has as many question marks as answers. … [Read more...] about 2012 Fantasy Football Preview: RB
Baltimore Ravens 2012 Fantasy Football Preview
The off-season hasn't been kind to the Baltimore Ravens who were a Lee Evans' drop away from going to the Super Bowl in 2011. Defensive Player of the Year, Terrell Suggs, is likely out until late November with an achilles injury and superstar running back Ray Rice (above) was tagged with a frustrating franchise tag. Even though the mood in Baltimore seems tepid, don't count … [Read more...] about Baltimore Ravens 2012 Fantasy Football Preview
Week 16 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
The fantasy football season is on the final stretch and every move takes on do-or-die importance. If you need a win now, start the higher rated player in my rankings and bring home that championship. … [Read more...] about Week 16 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
Week 15 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
One week of the fantasy playoffs is in the books, and as expected, there were some big days across the board. The good news is there are just as many points out there for fantasy owners in week 15. Follow my rankings and I’ll see you in the next round. … [Read more...] about Week 15 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
Week 14 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
The fantasy football playoffs are here and every move becomes more important. Not to worry, there are plenty of good options both on the waiver wire and possibly your bench. Follow my rankings and advance to the next round. … [Read more...] about Week 14 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
Week 13 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB
It’s what you’ve worked for all season, but chances are your team enters the fantasy football playoffs looking a lot different than the one you started with. Change isn’t necessarily a bad thing, even at this point in the season. There are still some players out on the waiver wire that can help your team take the jump from playoffs to championship. … [Read more...] about Week 13 Fantasy Football Rankings: QB/RB