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Led by Lewis, Browns Defeat Bills 6-3 Despite Awful Anderson (Ratliff Time?)

October 11, 2009 By fraschetti 4 Comments

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The previously winless Cleveland Browns defeated the one win Buffalo Bills in an offensive-less game earlier today, with the final score finishing at 6-3.

The highlights were not plentiful, but yes, there were a few.

Let’s begin with the return of Jamal Lewis. Early in the week, Lewis was not even considered to be able to play versus Buffalo because of a lingering hamstring injury. Later in the week, Lewis was possibly going to play, but would be eased into action. And then here is the Jamal Lewis stat line from Sunday: 117 yards on 31 carries.

I’m glad to see they took it easy on him.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: brady quinn, brett ratliff, Cleveland Browns, derek anderson, jamal lewis, josh cribbs, NFL, nfl week 5

College Football Week 7 TV Schedule and Point Spreads – Saturday, October 17th

October 11, 2009 By Jerod Morris 2 Comments

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The college football bowl game TV schedule and point spreads have been posted!

Follow the link to view the college football bowl game TV schedule and point spreads for the 2009-10 bowl season, including all BCS games.

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I have to say that I was not too enthralled by this past Saturday’s college football slate.

Sure, the buildup to Florida-LSU was intriguing, but LSU’s offense is terrible, we did not get to see vintage Tim Tebow, and the game of the week ending up being a sloppy 13-3 contest.

However, such an anti-climactic Saturday should not be in the offing this weekend.

The highlight of the Week 7 college football schedule is obviously the Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma.

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Filed Under: CFB, CFB TV, TV and Betting

MSF Podcast: Interview with Blogging Fitness Author Kimberly Westphall

October 11, 2009 By Jerod Morris 1 Comment

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Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing one of our newest writers here at Midwest Sports Fans.

In this latest edition of the MSF Podcast, I interview Kimberly Westphall on a wide range of topics, including her goals for the new regular feature column she will have here on the site: Blogging Fitness.

In addition to discussing Blogging Fitness, and Kimberly’s obsession with kickboxing workouts, we discuss the subjects of the other articles that she has contributed to MSF thus far.

Big Ten Football Week 6 Roundup

October 11, 2009 By Joe O Leave a Comment

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Week 6 is in the books and it was a busy Saturday in the Big Ten with all 11 teams playing. Three teams — Northwestern, Penn State, and Indiana — took on out-of-conference opponents, with the other 8 battling each other.

The only real surprise from the Big Ten was the beating Indiana took against Virginia.

Indiana came into the game at 3-2, and while they have not beaten any particularly formidable opponents, they looked good against Michigan on the road in one of the hardest places to play a road game. Virginia came into the game at 1-3 with losses to William & Mary and Southern Miss.

However, Indiana’s offense could not seem to get anything going while Virginia amassed 536 total yards including 231 on the ground and five rushing touchdowns. Indiana fans were surely looking for a better performance from the Hoosiers than this 47-7 romp.

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Filed Under: Big Ten Football, CFB Tagged With: Big Ten football, CFB

Fraschetti on “Lunch with Munch” Monday on ESPN 1540 AM Radio in Cleveland

October 11, 2009 By fraschetti Leave a Comment

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This Monday, October 12, 2009, ProFootballinsight.net’s Kurt Fraschetti will be on “Lunch with Munch,” which airs between Noon and 2pm on Cleveland AM 1540 KNR2, an ESPN affiliate station.

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Gibson’s 14 Points Help Cavs Win Bobcat Rematch

October 11, 2009 By Carolyn Cooper Leave a Comment

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The Cleveland Cavaliers traveled to North Carolina to beat the Bobcats, 102-96, in their second Preseason matchup. The game was not televised, but it was still evident by the loud applause that echoed threw the radio airwaves – the Shaq and LeBron Show was well received on the road.

Cavs Play-By-Play Announcer Fred McLeod, standing in for Joe Tait on WTAM 1100 AM, said that the near capacity crowd was a rarity for a Bobcat game.

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Filed Under: NBA Tagged With: Cleveland Cavaliers, daniel gibson, lebron james, NBA, nba preseason

Monday Night Football: Jets-Dolphins Preview, Analysis, and Prediction

October 11, 2009 By AJ Kaufman 5 Comments

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The Great Debate: NBA Live 10 vs NBA 2K10

October 11, 2009 By Devon Alexandre 14 Comments

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With the release of basketball’s two greatest and brand new video games, NBA Live 10 and NBA 2K10 (released on Oct. 6^th), lines are being drawn, opinions are being formed, and arguments are commencing.

Which of these two great basketball games is the best?

The time has come to attack this question, otherwise known as The Great Debate, systematically and with facts, proof, and evidence.

I would like to present to you the war between EA Sports and 2K Sports: NBA Live 10 vs NBA 2K10.
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Filed Under: NBA, Video Games Tagged With: 2KSports, basketball, EA Sports, NBA, NBA 2K10, nba 2k10 review, nba 2k10 v nba live 10, NBA Live 10, nba live 10 review, Video Games

Eli Manning, Matt Hasselbeck Injury Update: Both Expected to Start Sunday

October 11, 2009 By Jerod Morris Leave a Comment

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John Clayton just reported on ESPN.com that both Eli Manning and Matt Hasselbeck are expected to start Sunday despite injuries.

Bryce Garner: A “Beast” Among Boys

October 11, 2009 By Jerod Morris 16 Comments

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Update 10/1/10: Bryce is now in 7th grade and still tearing up the gridiron. Click here for the latest on Bryce, and to see his new unofficial Gatorade commercial.

With his rare combination of breakaway speed, violent power, and graceful balance, Adrian Peterson has made Vikings #28 jerseys a hot commodity across the country. Still only 24, Peterson should (knock on wood) have at least another 6-7 years of dominance left in him.

By the time Peterson is ready to hang up his cleats for good, another running back from his home state of Texas may be ready to step into his shoes.

Ladies and gentleman, please indulge me as I introduce you to Bryce “The Beast” Garner, Midwest Sports Fans’ #1 ranked 6th grade football player in America.

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Filed Under: CFB Tagged With: Adrian Peterson, bryce-garner, Vikings, youth football

Steelers-Lions Preview and Prediction

October 10, 2009 By Devon Alexandre Leave a Comment

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Okay, I know everyone is saying to themselves that this game is pretty much lopsided, and that Detroit’s D will have trouble stopping the Ben-and-Mendenhall combo this Sunday.

I also know that everyone is saying that Matthew Stafford’s passes (if he plays) will be looked at as if they were some juicy steaks by the Steelers secondary.

Well for all of you out there who believe this…you are absolutely right.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: detroit lions, lions-steelers, NFL, nfl week 5, pittsburgh steelers

NFL and College Football picks for October 10th and 11th

October 10, 2009 By Rich Brown Leave a Comment

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This is the week that the Guru gets into positive ground with the college picks in a big way. I feel really good about all of these picks.

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Filed Under: CFB, NFL Tagged With: college football picks, nfl picks

Willie Parker Out vs Lions, Rashard Mendenhall Gets His Chance

October 10, 2009 By Devon Alexandre Leave a Comment

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According to numerous sources, Steelers HB Willie Parker will be out again this week against the Detroit Lions. Willie Parker’s toe still does not seem to be at 100% like Tomlin wants.

In place of Parker, Steelers HB Rashard Mendenhall will get a second start, and a much deserved second start indeed.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: nfl week 5, pittsburgh steelers, Rashard Mendenhall, willie parker

WR Injury Updates: Derrick Mason, Calvin Johnson, Roy Williams

October 9, 2009 By Jerod Morris Leave a Comment

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I updated you on the RB injuries for Week 5 earlier today. Here a few quick updates on some of the key receivers dealing with injuries as we head into Week 5:

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Filed Under: Fantasy Football, Fantasy Sports Tagged With: calvin johnson, derrick mason, NFL, nfl injuries, nfl week 5, roy williams

Week 5 RB Injury Updates: Benson, Parker, Barber, Bradshaw, and More

October 9, 2009 By Jerod Morris Leave a Comment

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About to hop on the phone for my weekly fantasy football radio spot, but wanted to provide some quick injury updates on the running backs.

My apologies in advance for any typos…did not have time to proofread.

Here ya go:

Cedric Benson injury update – did not participate in Thursday’s practice (hip).

Despite not practicing yet this week, Cedric Benson insists he is okay and will play on Sunday. Personally, I think he’s having flashbacks to last season’s 10-carry, 17-yard performance and contemplating doing anything he has to do to avoid facing the Ravens’ D.

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Filed Under: Fantasy Football, Fantasy Sports, NFL Tagged With: injury updates, NFL

Led by Lewis, Browns Defeat Bills 6-3 Despite Awful Anderson (Ratliff Time?)

College Football Week 7 TV Schedule and Point Spreads – Saturday, October 17th

MSF Podcast: Interview with Blogging Fitness Author Kimberly Westphall

Big Ten Football Week 6 Roundup

Fraschetti on “Lunch with Munch” Monday on ESPN 1540 AM Radio in Cleveland

Gibson’s 14 Points Help Cavs Win Bobcat Rematch

Monday Night Football: Jets-Dolphins Preview, Analysis, and Prediction

The Great Debate: NBA Live 10 vs NBA 2K10

Eli Manning, Matt Hasselbeck Injury Update: Both Expected to Start Sunday

Bryce Garner: A “Beast” Among Boys

Steelers-Lions Preview and Prediction

NFL and College Football picks for October 10th and 11th

Willie Parker Out vs Lions, Rashard Mendenhall Gets His Chance

WR Injury Updates: Derrick Mason, Calvin Johnson, Roy Williams

Week 5 RB Injury Updates: Benson, Parker, Barber, Bradshaw, and More

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