The Denver Bronco's have managed to land the biggest free agent in the history of the NFL. Less than two weeks after being released by the only team he has ever known, Peyton Manning has decided he would like to join the Denver Bronco's and has instructed his agent to initiate negotiations on a contract with the defending AFC West Champions.
While the question of where Peyton will land has been answered, with this news come another question. What does this mean for the future of Tim Tebow? What it tells me for certain is that John Elway and the Bronco's management does not forsee Tebow as the answer at QB for the team who has been missing that franchise QB since Elway's retirement after back to back Superbowl titles. The fact that they are willing to bring in Manning who still has a number of questions surrounding his ability and conditioning following a fourth surgical procedure on his neck is all you need to know Tebow is done as a Bronco. So, who, if anybody wants Tebow and his wonky left arm, but an innate ability to win games? I can not really think of anyone in need of a QB, let alone somebody willing to take a chance on him. I would suggest that if Tebow does indeed land elsewhere, which is more than likely, he will not be a starter in his new home. The only teams I can think of who have questions at QB for next season are Miami and San Francisco, and Alex Smith will be the answer for one of them. Even then, I don't think either one brings in Tebow to run the show.
The question was posed on Twitter by Mitchell Blair as to who owns his CFL rights. I am not aware of who does but in a league with a bigger field, that left arm would not be successful in the Canadian game. Perhaps the sun is finally settling on a career that I never thought had a chance in the first place.
The Western Hockey League play - off's kick off this weekend, and without a doubt the best opening round series has the Moose Jaw Warrior's set to battle the Regina Pats. They had a very even season series, have despised one another for years, and should put on a pretty good show. I am not going to get into a ton of detail as to my thoughts on the WHL post - season but will conclude that I really would like to see the Kamloops Blazers come out of the west and see the East as being wide open. Edmonton may have been the best team in the league all season but let's not forget that this is just the second play - off berth for the Oil Kings. If you make me pick a final, give me Kamloops against Medicine Hat.
The NCAA touranment has eliminated 54 teams, leaving us with just the 'Sweet Sixteen'. My bracket was ruined Friday with my two National finalists, Michigan and Missouri BOTH losing. Not to mention Duke taking a first round exit for the first time that I can remember. Added to the confusion are key injuries suffered by both North Carolina and Kentucky. This tournament is far from over and I have no clue as to who, if anybody, has emerged as the favorite.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Just Cause.....
Not that I have anything particular to say but as I sit here waiting for my sister - in - law to finish up with her Badminton practice, I thought I would provide you with my views and opinions on an array of sports related topics.
* The Riders open Rookie Camp on May 31st. For those of you who are not mathematically inclined that is less than two months. The season itself kicks off in a little less than four months. I hear a lot of people talking about how this will be a difficult year for the Riders again. I know we aren't going to be the 'team to beat' but I have a lot of confidence in this group. The O - Line is much better which gives Darian more time to throw as well as open more holes for whoever it is we have in the backfield. My gut tells me that will be Brandon West but time will tell.
Sure, Andy Fantuz may be gone but I really think our receiving corps is still the envy of the CFL...Dressler, Getzlaf, Bagg (who it appears is finally healthy), Hill, and Wheelwright to name a few. You need to add to that list potentially names like Jordan Sisco and recently signed Justin Harper.
On defence, we have made some moves at the linebacker position hoping to replace the retired Sean Lucas and NFL bound Jerrell Freeman. Not to mention Michigan product Chris Graham is still here who had a great pre - season last year and played well in the middle at the end of last season.
While my predictions come later, I really and truly believe we have a play - off team in Regina this year. Only time will tell though.
* Calvin Johnson is one RICH man today. Megatron as he is referred to signed an eight year extension to stay in Detroit until the end of the decade. The Lions gave him $132 million reasons to stay in the Motor City, $60 million of which are guaranteed.
* What the NFL did to the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins last week is just wrong. In case you missed it, both teams have been told they have less money to spend in terms of salary cap over the next two seasons. Why? Not because they broke any rule that existed but rather because they 'front - loaded' too many contracts a few years back. This means a player was paid a greater percentage of their salary in the early years of their contract. So maybe a guy signed for $40 million, but the Skins chose to pay him $32 of that in the first three years and the last $8 in the final two. I don't see it as breaking any rules; I see it rather as a smart way to improve your football team while dealing with the salary cap. Apparently somebody didn't like it and the NFL agreed.
* The 'Bounty Hunting' issue that has come to a head in New Orleans, and now other NFL cities is despicable. I know football is a tough, physical, contact sport but providing financial incentives to hurt the opposition is wrong at so many levels. Gregg Williams, the Saint`s D - Coordinator at the time apparently has had this type of system im place for years with other teams. If you ask me, he should never be allowed to coach another game of football again, be it the NFL, NCAA, CFL, High School, nothing. As for the teams that it happened with? If you knew about it and never stopped it, penalties such as fines and loss of draft picks need to be dolled out.
* I can no longer stand to watch the NBA. Why you ask? They don't follow their own rule book. Travelling is against the rules in the sport of basketball yet every time a player takes it to the rack whether it be for a dunk or a lay - up they travel and it NEVER gets called. When the best players in the world are allowed to break the rules blatantly, that is just shameful.
* Speaking of basketball, the NCAA Tournament, better known as March Madness kicked off last night with two of four 'play - in' games. I love this tournamnet. It could be the best annual event in all of sports right now. 68 teams; one champion, one month. It is riveting, heart - breaking and exciting all in one. My bracket has been filled out and it has Michigan taking out Missouri in the Final. Maybe some wishful thinking, but who cares; GO MICHIGAN!
* While he probably never reads this, Graham Delaet, who happens to call Weyburn home and who humbled me on the links many times in the 90's had a ninth place finish at the Puerto Rico Open last week, and is back at it again this week at the Transitions Championship. This young man is the BEST Canadian golfer we have right now. His game has gotten better and better as the weeks have progressed and I have a feeling he is close to something big. All the best to you this week and this season Graham.
Later....
* The Riders open Rookie Camp on May 31st. For those of you who are not mathematically inclined that is less than two months. The season itself kicks off in a little less than four months. I hear a lot of people talking about how this will be a difficult year for the Riders again. I know we aren't going to be the 'team to beat' but I have a lot of confidence in this group. The O - Line is much better which gives Darian more time to throw as well as open more holes for whoever it is we have in the backfield. My gut tells me that will be Brandon West but time will tell.
Sure, Andy Fantuz may be gone but I really think our receiving corps is still the envy of the CFL...Dressler, Getzlaf, Bagg (who it appears is finally healthy), Hill, and Wheelwright to name a few. You need to add to that list potentially names like Jordan Sisco and recently signed Justin Harper.
On defence, we have made some moves at the linebacker position hoping to replace the retired Sean Lucas and NFL bound Jerrell Freeman. Not to mention Michigan product Chris Graham is still here who had a great pre - season last year and played well in the middle at the end of last season.
While my predictions come later, I really and truly believe we have a play - off team in Regina this year. Only time will tell though.
* Calvin Johnson is one RICH man today. Megatron as he is referred to signed an eight year extension to stay in Detroit until the end of the decade. The Lions gave him $132 million reasons to stay in the Motor City, $60 million of which are guaranteed.
* What the NFL did to the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Redskins last week is just wrong. In case you missed it, both teams have been told they have less money to spend in terms of salary cap over the next two seasons. Why? Not because they broke any rule that existed but rather because they 'front - loaded' too many contracts a few years back. This means a player was paid a greater percentage of their salary in the early years of their contract. So maybe a guy signed for $40 million, but the Skins chose to pay him $32 of that in the first three years and the last $8 in the final two. I don't see it as breaking any rules; I see it rather as a smart way to improve your football team while dealing with the salary cap. Apparently somebody didn't like it and the NFL agreed.
* The 'Bounty Hunting' issue that has come to a head in New Orleans, and now other NFL cities is despicable. I know football is a tough, physical, contact sport but providing financial incentives to hurt the opposition is wrong at so many levels. Gregg Williams, the Saint`s D - Coordinator at the time apparently has had this type of system im place for years with other teams. If you ask me, he should never be allowed to coach another game of football again, be it the NFL, NCAA, CFL, High School, nothing. As for the teams that it happened with? If you knew about it and never stopped it, penalties such as fines and loss of draft picks need to be dolled out.
* I can no longer stand to watch the NBA. Why you ask? They don't follow their own rule book. Travelling is against the rules in the sport of basketball yet every time a player takes it to the rack whether it be for a dunk or a lay - up they travel and it NEVER gets called. When the best players in the world are allowed to break the rules blatantly, that is just shameful.
* Speaking of basketball, the NCAA Tournament, better known as March Madness kicked off last night with two of four 'play - in' games. I love this tournamnet. It could be the best annual event in all of sports right now. 68 teams; one champion, one month. It is riveting, heart - breaking and exciting all in one. My bracket has been filled out and it has Michigan taking out Missouri in the Final. Maybe some wishful thinking, but who cares; GO MICHIGAN!
* While he probably never reads this, Graham Delaet, who happens to call Weyburn home and who humbled me on the links many times in the 90's had a ninth place finish at the Puerto Rico Open last week, and is back at it again this week at the Transitions Championship. This young man is the BEST Canadian golfer we have right now. His game has gotten better and better as the weeks have progressed and I have a feeling he is close to something big. All the best to you this week and this season Graham.
Later....
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