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I meet up with him and we shake hands. Now I know we wonder if he reads this board. Well when he read "ICE" on my name tag, he got this funky look on his face and said "Wow all the way from Tulsa huh"? I said yeah been here doezens of times. He was impressed.
Too cool. Nice job ICE!
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I have several box sets, but right now,
The Munsters Season 1 is definitely my favorite!
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Nice pictures, thanks...
but where are the ones of the women from this board?
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MODS please delete if necessary:
Here's this week's board, and be sure to check back next week for another update.
1. Mike Williams (jr.), WR, USC (6-foot-5, 230 pounds)</b><br>
Mike Williams won't be playing for USC this season but he's still the top prospect for 2005. Williams is only a junior but dominated the collegiate game for two full years before his bid to join the NFL draft as a sophomore was ended by the courts and he was declared ineligible by the NCAA. Williams has made it clear he will enter the 2005 draft, and if he can stay in shape and keep his weight at or below 230 he is easily the best receiver in a group that has little in the way of imposing physical stature.
Williams likely would have been a top-10 pick last season and should be the same this year if he keeps himself in good condition. His size, strength and toughness make Williams a tremendous package who can use his body control and hands to go after the ball over smaller defenders.
2. Carnell Williams, RB, Auburn (5-10½, 207) | previous rank: 3</b><br>
Last game: 23 carries, 103 yards, no TDs in a 31-0 win over Louisiana-Monroe<br>
A very creative and deceptively strong runner who has few peers in terms of pure running skills. Williams does not have imposing size but can still get tough inside yards, a skill which contributed to his 1,307 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns last season. He needs to work on catching the ball out of the backfield, but that's about it.
3. Derrick Johnson, OLB, Texas (6-3, 233) | previous rank: 5</b><br>
Last game: 7 tackles (5 solo, 2 ast.) in a 65-0 win over North Texas<br>
Led the Longhorns with 125 tackles last season, including 20 stops behind the line of scrimmage. Johnson will finish his career with over 400 total tackles and has also intercepted eight passes over the last two seasons.
4. Mark Clayton</a>, WR, Oklahoma (5-10, 188) | previous rank: 6</b><br>
Last game: 7 receptions for 74 yards and 2 TDs in a 40-21 win over Bowling Green<br>
Clayton set new standards for OU wide receivers last year with his 83 receptions for a 17.2-yard average and 15 touchdowns. He has a TD reception in 13 of the team's last 17 games thanks in large part to his excellent open-field running ability.
5. Cedric Benson</a>, RB, Texas (5-10½, 222) | previous rank: 7</b><br>
Last game: 15 carries, 181 yards, 2 TDs in a 65-0 win over North Texas<br>
Not a flashy back but one who will have more than enough yards at the end of the day. Benson has rushed for more than 1,000 yards in each of his three collegiate seasons and has scored 45 rushing touchdowns over that same span.
6. Charlie Frye</a>, QB, Akron (6-3½, 229) | previous rank: 4</b><br>
Last game: 29-for-36, 223 yards, no TDs, 2 INTs in a 48-10 loss to Penn State<br>
If things play out right for Frye he could become this year's version of Ben Roethlisberger, the former Miami (OHIO) quarterback who was the 11th overall pick last season. Frye will have to get better protection this season, but his physical skills should allow him to thrive in the offense of new head coach J.D. Brookhart, the former Pittsburgh offensive coordinator. Despite being nicked up at times last year Frye still threw for 3,549 yards and 22 touchdowns while gaining another 510 yards and seven scores on the ground.
7. Corey Webster, CB, LSU 6-0, 205) | previous rank: 2</b><br>
Last game: 7 tackles (4 solo, 3 ast.) in a 22-21 win over Oregon State<br>
Recorded seven interceptions and five pass breakups last season. Webster is a super blue-chip cover man who has also seen time at wide receiver during fall camp.
8. David Pollack, DE, Georgia (6-2½, 265) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 5 tackles (4 solo, 1 ast.), including one sack, in a 48-28 win over Georgia Southern<br>
Not physically imposing, Pollack plays with incredible intensity and passion. He is quick off the ball, has great closing speed and wreaks havoc as a pass rusher, as evidenced by his 28 quarterback pressures last season.
9. Alex Barron, OT, Florida State (6-7, 325) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: FSU has not yet played this season<br>
Athletically gifted with great footwork as a pass blocker, Barron has a chance to be a top-10 overall pick.
10. Ronnie Brown</a>, RB, Auburn (6-0, 230) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 7 carries, 55 yards, 1 TD in a 31-0 win over Louisiana-Monroe<br>
Brown rushed for over 1,000 yards as a replacement for the injured Cadillac Williams in 2002, and despite getting just 446 yards last season as the backup he has the size, instincts, power and quickness to put up unbelievable numbers. Brown would be a Heisman candidate if he were the clear No. 1 on the depth chart.
11. Anttaj Hawthorne, DT, Wisconsin (6-2½, 315) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 3 tackles (2 solo, 1 ast.), 1 interception in a 34-6 win over UCF<br>
Has been as impressive in the Big Ten as former Badger Wendell Bryant, who as the 12th overall pick in 2002. Unlike Bryant, though, Hawthorne is going into the season underrated despite being an All-Big Ten selection last season after recording 20 tackles for loss.
12. Antrel Rolle, CB, Miami (6-0½, 200) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: Miami has not yet played this season<br>
Rolle has consistently proven his mettle against the top wideouts in the country. A perfect example of that came last year when he shut down former Pittsburgh wideout and eventual No. 3 overall draft pick Larry Fitzgerald.
13. Marlin Jackson, CB, Michigan (6-0½, 202) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 3 solo tackles in a 43-10 win over Miami (OHIO)<br>
A versatile performer who played safety last season but has switched back to corner. Jackson has great size and top-notch athletic ability to go with that experience.
14. Dan Cody, DE, Oklahoma (6-4, 265) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 1 solo tackle, 1 pass breakup, 3 QB hurries in a 40-24 win over Bowling Green<br>
Cody increased his tackle total from 16 in 2002 to 43 last year, his TFL from five to 17 and his sacks from three to 10.
15. Braylon Edwards</a>, WR, Michigan (6-2½, 210) | previous rank: 16</b><br>
Last game: 6 receptions, 91 yards and 2 TDs in a 43-10 win over Miami (OHIO)<br>
Came on late last year and could be one of the most feared offensive weapons in the Big Ten this year thanks to his combination of size and athleticism. Edwards will drop a catchable ball every now and then, but overall he just about has it all.
16. Marcus Spears, DE, LSU (6-4¼, 293) | pervious rank: 15</b><br>
Last game: 5 tackles (1 solo, 4 ast.), 1 sack, 1 fumble forced/recovered in a 22-21 win over Oregon State<br>
A former high school star at both tight end and defensive end, Spears responded big time last season to the challenge of playing in Nick Saban's defensive system. Spears had 49 tackles, including 13 for lost yardage and six sacks.
17. Ben Wilkerson, C, LSU (6-3½, 296) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: LSU rushed for 91 yards and gave up no sacks in a 22-21 win over Oregon State<br>
A smart, hard-working player who is strong in both the upper and lower body. Wilkerson has great technique and is also LSU's deep snapper.
18. Charles Frederick</a>, WR, Washington (5-10½, 189) | previous rank: 19</b><br>
Last game: 9 rec., 114 yards and no TDs in a 35-16 loss to Fresno State<br>
A tremendous double threat, Frederick is a blue-chip punt returner who averaged 11.7 per return last season to lead the nation. He also caught 59 passes last year as the No. 2 receiver behind Reggie Williams but will be the go-to guy this year.
19. Kay-Jay Harris, RB, West Virginia (6-0½, 230) | previous rank: unranked</b><br>
Last game: 25 carries, 337 yards and 4 TDs in a 56-23 win over East Carolina<br>
A 26-year-old senior and former minor league baseball player, Harris consistently runs the 40 in 4.45. He is the best pro prospect running back to come out of West Virginia in years despite the huge production other WVU backs have had.
20. DeMarcus Ware, DE, Troy (6-4, 235) | previous rank: 18</b><br>
Last game: 7 tackles (4 solo, 3 ast.), 3 sacks, 1 pass breakup in a 17-15 win over Marshall<br>
Last year: Ware had 16 TFL and 32 quarterback hurries even a schedule that included Kansas State, Minnesota, Marshall, Nebraska and Virginia. He will have a chance to prove himself against top competition again this year as Marshall, Missouri, South Carolina and LSU are all on the schedule.
21. Dan Orlovsky</a>, QB, Connecticut (6-4½, 230) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 19-for- 29, 382 yards, 5 TDs and 2 INTs in a 52-14 win over Murray State<br>
Orlovsky is blessed with ideal size and has a strong arm that can light opponents up despite a delivery that lacks ideal quickness. Still, Orlovsky passed for 3,485 yards and 33 TDs last season and should get plenty more attention this year.
22. Shaun Cody, DL, USC (6-4, 288) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 3 tackles (2 solo, 1 ast.) in a 24-13 win over Virginia Tech<br>
Could see time at both end and tackle this season after a 2003 season that included six sacks, 10½ TFL and three blocked field goals.
23. Lance Mitchell, ILB, Oklahoma (6-2¼, 244) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 9 tackles (4 solo, 5 ast., 1 TFL), 1 forced fumble in a 40-24 win over Bowling Green<br>
Mitchell left a big hole in the OU lineup after injuring his knee in the third game of the year and sitting out the remainder of the schedule. He back and healthy, hoping to revert to his 2002 form when he had 124 tackles and 19 tackles for loss.
24. Terrence Murphy</a>, WR, Texas A&M (6-0½, 193) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 8 rec., 116 yards and no TDs in a 41-21 loss to Utah<br>
A former high school quarterback who is extremely versatile. Murphy hauled in 44 balls last year for an average of 17.3 yards per catch, and also averaged 27.2 yards on 23 kickoff returns.
25. James Butler, S, Georgia Tech (6-2, 210) | previous rank: same</b><br>
Last game: 3 tackles (2 solo, 1 ast.) and 2 PBUs in a 28-7 win over Samford<br>
One of the most improved players in the nation last season, Butler had 119 total tackles and five interceptions from his free safety spot.
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Walter Reyes</a>, RB, Syracuse (5-9½, 207) | previous rank: 20</b><br>
Last game: 12 carries, 31 yards and no TDs in a 51-0 loss to Purdue<br>
Reyes has great balance in traffic and can pick up significant yards after initial contact. He rushed for 1,347 yards and 20 touchdowns last season.
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ESPN won't let you copy & paste anymore :I starred in Brokeback Mountain:
I'd try to clean up the source text, but it's too long.
Anyone in particular you're interested in?
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Sorry to be a wet blanket - but always check snopes.com when you get an email like this:
OOPS!
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No link, got this in E-mail, thought it was pretty funny!
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Here are the top nine comments made by NBC sports commentators during the [2004] Summer Olympics that they would like to take back
1. Weightlifting commentator: "This is Gregoriava from Bulgaria. I saw her snatch this morning during her warm up and it was amazing."
2. Dressage commentator: "This is really a lovely horse and I speak from personal experience since I once mounted her mother."
3. Paul Hamm, Gymnast: "I owe a lot to my parents, especially my mother and father."
4. Boxing Analyst: "Sure there have been injuries,and even some deaths in boxing, but none of them really that serious."
5. Softball announcer: "If history repeats itself, I should think we can expect the same thing again."
6. Basketball analyst: "He dribbles a lot and the opposition doesn't like it. In fact you can see it all over their faces."
7. At the rowing medal ceremony: "Ah, isn't that nice, the wife of the IOC president is hugging the cox of the British crew."
8. Soccer commentator: "Julian Dicks is everywhere. It's like they've got eleven Dicks on the field."
9. Tennis commentator: "One of the reasons Andy is playing so well is that, before the final round, his wife takes out his balls and kisses them . . . Oh my God, what have I just said?"
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The Pistols & the Stooges are more worthy than anyone else mentioned in this thread IMO... not even close.
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I'm not slamming TH here,
TH has good goalline instincts, but I think Willis' are much better.
On another note...
(didn't see any replays to check BUT) IF Mike Williams was lined up
against Paul F'n Spicer on the goal line, that is a huge mismatch ON PAPER...
If it was Erik Williams in his prime, easy TD over RT.
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Answer: b ) what. Because passing on third and one is not a bad call. Every good and great team in the history of modern football passes on 3rd and 1 at times. As SDS reminded me at the game, the very best time is at the goalline. If you watch football at all, you will see dozens and dozens of 3rd and 1 passes from the goalline throughout the year.
If you want to play the blame game, and say that all calls that work are good calls and all calls that don't work are bad calls, that is fine. But please do not cross over to the other equation that a 3rd and 1 pass is a terrible call because of the Killdrive Syndrome of always passing on 3rd and 1 or 2 or 3 because that's just wrong. Always running on 3rd and 1 is just as stupid as always passing on 3rd and 1. So if you're arguing that the play-call on 3rd and 1 which Drew got the sack was just bad play-calling because you never do that, you're as clueless as Killdrive.
The only argument that is air is that in this particular case we should have run up the gut four straight plays and pounded it in. That is a very fair argument, and may be true, but it is a judgment argument, and a strategy argument, and there is no right or wrong answer to it. It may not have worked either, as Jax has perhaps the best short run defense in the league. One of them for sure.
When you're a running team, which we displayed throughout the game, and had successfully run on 3rd and short earlier, play-action on 3rd and 1 is a solid and often an excellent call. We were 50% on 3rd down pick-ups throughout the game. This time it just didn't work.
I think the bad call was having TH in there running instead of Willis.
Not sure why that was, but if it was to avoid hurting TH's feelings,
that's really messed up.
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I really liked reading this:
Had it been a Gregg Williams-coached team that had lost in such devastating fashion, the anger and frustration would have been palpable.
Williams and certain members of his staff had a way of distancing themselves from less-than-stellar efforts by the players.
Sunday wasn’t like that.
Mularkey has sold his team on a “we’re-all-in-this-together” philosophy.
And while the players were bitterly disappointed, there was no finger-pointing.
Instead, there was a sense that they had played well enough to win.
GO MM!
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Norv Turner is the Raiders coach, say no more.
I fully expect a Bills win this Sunday, & will be shocked if we lose.
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I don't know, I thought he paid a lot of $$$ to get Lindell...
just hasn't worked out so far.
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Yeah, Ben Stiller & Owen Wilson sure are funny together.
Zoolander's great too.
I'm waiting for the remake of Dukes of Hazzard starring
Stiffler from American Pie & Johnny Knoxville from Jackass,
with Jessica Simpson as Daisy Duke.
I think they're just starting to film it.
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I'd tape them if I had a DVR. HD-movies look a lot better than DVD, they are mind-blowing. But Sunday Night football on ESPN... damn!
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Why?
You don't think Vinny & David Krieg belong among the top 10 most productive QBs of all time???
I think Drew is better than either of them.
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This is a hypothetical question.
What would you rather have:
A. HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, and Starz HD-channels + all their associated extra channels for the price of only HBO...
but with no signal on the ESPN HDTV channel & no signal on some other channels
including MTV & VH1
or
B. HBO, ESPN HDTV, MTV, VH1 as should be but no Showtime, Cinemax, or Starz
?????
I don't really know
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Wish you and her nothing but the best,
hope she starts feeling better soon.
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1. I don't know what you'll get for Clements 1 year before his contract is up.
I think he stays.
2. Moulds definitely has to "adjust" his contract, 8+ M for next year is just too much. I think he'll come through for us.
3. The only way I see Drew staying next year is if he has a big year this year.
Only problem is it looks like this O isn't set up for him to put up any kind of numbers. Tough situation for him, I think he's gone
4. Guesteroo is right about Mike Williams. This is definiitely a crossroads year for MW, he needs to step up big & show some dominance to be worth that big $$$ next year.
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IF you could throw out the salary cap,
I'd trade TKO for Ogden in a heartbeat.
Pace is the one I'd have to think about (attitude ???'s),
but I'd probably trade TKO for him too.
Nothing against TKO,
but OLT is much more important of a position than ROLB,
+ Ogden & maybe Pace are potential HOF-ers.
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I would've given the ball to Willis 3 times.
Ok so I am walking around the fieldhouse...
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