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Archives for October 2023
NFL First Quarter Awards
Given the uneven math that comes with a 17 game schedule, we are at the point in the NFL Season that may as well be considered the first quarter mark. Teams are starting to show us who they really are and the cream has already begun rising to the top. With a long way to go, now seems like a good time to stop, smell the roses and give out some awards. Here are the categories and … [Read more...] about NFL First Quarter Awards
Jim Poole Passes Away
Former big leaguer Jim Poole passed away yesterday at the age of 57. Poole, a left-handed reliever who pitched in 11 big league seasons from 1990-2000, pitched for eight MLB clubs during his career and was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, back in 2021. Beyond his big league career, Poole worked with the MLB Players’ Association for many years as a member … [Read more...] about Jim Poole Passes Away
Ravens Report Card Week Five: The Offense
The Baltimore Ravens lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-10 Sunday. For the full recap, check out Jarrett Pfeifer’s article Ravens Drop the Ball Against Steelers. Here are the grades I’m giving each major category of the offense: Quarterback: B- Fans post game wanted to blame Lamar Jackson for the loss Sunday afternoon. But despite a fumble, interception and four sacks, … [Read more...] about Ravens Report Card Week Five: The Offense
Ravens Report Card Week Five: The Defense
The Baltimore Ravens lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers 17-10. For the full recap, check out Jarrett Pfiefer’s recap here. Here is the grade for Baltimore’s defense this week. Defense: B+ Instead of the breaking this defense grade down position by position, I’m going to simplify this based on how well they played as a unit. The Baltimore Ravens defense played themselves … [Read more...] about Ravens Report Card Week Five: The Defense