I post this only as an example of how silly all of this is. In the NY Post, which boasts this back cover today: Steve Serby says that the Giants will make Brady pay for planning Patriots victory party. What did Brady actually say? “We’re going down there, and we’re going down there for one reason. … Continue reading Victor Cruz Guarantees Giants Win
Let The Madness Begin
Super Bowl week is finally upon us, and the insane hype and media madness that comes along with it. Lots of material out there, I'll try to sort it out and get you some of the better stuff. Bowl of Crow served - On November 7th, Ron Borges declared the Patriots Dynasty dead. Today, he says … Continue reading Let The Madness Begin
Doing Some Friday Megalinks
With a rainy day in Southern New England, it's time to provide you with some media links. Lots of them on a Friday. You can check out the Weekend Viewing Picks for the sports and entertainment programming suggestions. Now to the links. National USA Today's Michael Hiestand talks with NBC's Al Michaels about calling his … Continue reading Doing Some Friday Megalinks
Celtics Storm Back From 27 Down To Beat Magic
Following Monday night's beatdown by the Celtics of the Magic at the TD Garden, most expected Orlando to come back with some pride last night at home in the rematch. They did. For a half. Orlando ran out to a 27 point lead last night, and then just shut down. The Celtics held the Magic to 25 points … Continue reading Celtics Storm Back From 27 Down To Beat Magic
On “Eager Reporters” with “Well-Intentioned” Questions
The latest masterpiece from Boston.com/Boston Globe is a slideshow entitled Why Everyone Else Hates The Patriots. Gee, I'm shocked that Joe Sullivan would green-light something like this. How come this hasn't been on the front page of the Globe sports section for 10 years? I'll spare you having to click through it all. The reasons are: … Continue reading On “Eager Reporters” with “Well-Intentioned” Questions
Brady Didn’t Play That Bad In AFC Title Game. Wait, What?
When Tom Brady asserted that he "sucked" in Sunday's AFC championship game, not many people were in a rush to disagree with him. Upon a second look at the game, perhaps Brady was being a bit hard on himself, or so at least one Patriots reporter believes. Brady got the job done - Greg A Bedard's … Continue reading Brady Didn’t Play That Bad In AFC Title Game. Wait, What?
Patriots Savor AFC Win, Get Ready For Super Redux
The Patriots took a day to recover from and enjoy their AFC Championship win over the Ravens, while begining to turn their attention to the NFC Champion New York Giants. The Super Bowl XLII replays have already begun on NFL Network. View at your own peril. Some of us still can't stomach it. Super Bowl … Continue reading Patriots Savor AFC Win, Get Ready For Super Redux
Pathetic Pats Back Into Super Bowl, Stand No Chance Against G-Men
Is there anything more miserable than a sports-talk radio caller? Holy crap. I've actually heard yesterday's win described as "disappointing" and that the Super Bowl rematch with the Giants in two weeks "won't even be competitive." (with the Giants killing the Patriots) Both of these calls came from self-described "long-time Patriots fans. Here's a few … Continue reading Pathetic Pats Back Into Super Bowl, Stand No Chance Against G-Men
Bringing Out Friday Megalinks
The last few Fridays, I haven't been able to provide you with the megalinks. I have to do some today otherwise you'll stop visiting me. We begin as always with the Weekend Viewing Picks and there are quite a few for this snowy weekend in Southern New England. Now to your links. National Michael Hiestand … Continue reading Bringing Out Friday Megalinks
From The PFW Archives – An Interview With Jason La Canfora of NFL Network
This column originally appeared in the July 29, 2009 edition of Patriots Football Weekly. La Canfora Hits The Ground Running At NFL Network By Bruce Allen Since the NFL Network was launched in 2003, viewers have become accustomed to seeing and hearing from the well-connected and enthusiastic Adam Schefter, who seemed synonymous with the network. … Continue reading From The PFW Archives – An Interview With Jason La Canfora of NFL Network
