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Week 11 Injury Status Updates for Benson, Turner, Orton, Bush, and More

November 20, 2009 By Jerod Morris Leave a Comment

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It’s Friday, so let’s run down the latest news on the most pertinent injuries affecting the Week 11 fantasy football landscape.

Week 11 Injury Status: Running Backs

Everyone knows by now that Brian Westbrook is out for this week and maybe many more weeks. Here is the news on the other injured running backs.

Cedric Benson Week 11 Injury Status Update: The surprise fantasy stud of 2009 still has not practiced this week and it is looking more and more like he will be out against Oakland on Sunday. This stinks for Benson owners because the Raiders are terrible against the run.

In Memory of Stefanie Spielman & In Support of Her Cause

November 20, 2009 By Jerod Morris 1 Comment

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I am sitting here right now both humbled and saddened as I type this post, having just heard the news of Stefanie Spielman’s passing and then spending a good part of my early morning reading up on her story.

There were a variety of options for morning posts today, but everything else seemed woefully insignificant when stacked up against the story of Stefanie Spielman.

If you are unfamiliar with Stefanie, she was the wife of Ohio State legend Chris Spielman. She was also a woman who spent more than decade of her life dedicated to leading the fight against breast cancer and to helping improve the lives of those who were living with the disease and their families.

Unfortunately, breast cancer claimed the life of Stefanie Spielman yesterday. She was 42 years old.

Open Letter to RichRod: Please Deliver a Win Over Ohio State

November 20, 2009 By fraschetti Leave a Comment

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Dear Rich Rodriguez,

The University of Michigan players, alumni, and fans have been dying for a win over the hated Ohio State Buckeyes. Please give us a win in what is clearly a “trap game” for the Buckeyes this Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 12:00 pm in Ann Arbor.

The Buckeyes have secured a Rose Bowl appearance and the Big 10 Championship. With all of that already in the bag for them before this game….you never know.

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Filed Under: CFB Tagged With: CFB, michigan-ohio state, Rich Rodriguez

Seriously, How the Hell Could Things Get Any Worse in Cleveland?

November 19, 2009 By Jerod Morris 1 Comment

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A couple of things struck me recently regarding how bad things are in 2009 for the Cleveland Browns and their fans.

Anyone who has watched a game this season knows just how bad the team is, but a few things have happened this week that go beyond the offensive offensive numbers (repetition intended) and the record to truly illustrate what a putrid season this has become.

First off, there may be no bigger indictment of the sorry state of the Browns than this: the Detroit Lions, a team that went 0-16 a year ago and has won only one game this year, is a 3.5 point favorite over the Browns this weekend.

But wait…there’s more.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: Cleveland Browns, eric mangini, lebron james, NFL

Thanksgiving Day Football TV Schedule: NFL and College Football

November 19, 2009 By Jerod Morris 9 Comments

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This post is from 2009!

If you accidentally landed here, click to view all of our 2011 Thanksgiving Day content, including the Thanksgiving Day Football Schedule.

Today is the third Thursday in November, which means one thing and one thing only to me and many of you reading this: we are now officially one week away from the greatest meal of the year.

We are also one week away from a day when it is generally accepted in most households that the TV will be tuned to football all day long.

And, of course, we’re one week away from being able to share a wonderful day with friends and family and let them know that we are thankful for their presence in our lives.

But you don’t need our help with that. You’re here for one thing and one thing only: the Thanksgiving Day TV schedule for the NFL and college football games that will accompany our turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie, and eventual food coma.

Let’s get right to it.

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Email the author of this post: jerod@midwestsportsfans.com

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Blogging Fitness: Pole Dancing Now a Challenging Form of Fitness

November 19, 2009 By Kimberly Westphall 14 Comments

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Pole dancing is no longer just for the professionals.

A once scandalous hobby is now perceived as a challenging form of fitness.

Could pole dancing be the next Olympic sport? That’s a question you don’t hear raised every day. This may sound absurd and far-fetched but it’s a possibility.

Pole sports are being rallied to serve as an addition to the 2026 Olympics. So there’s your cue to hit up the dance studio and swing your way around the pole.

Now if only it were that simple.

Week 11 Play ‘Em or Bench ‘Em: Beanie Wells, Knowshon Moreno, and More

November 18, 2009 By fraschetti 14 Comments

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Week 10 has passed and fantasy owners are on the grind to get over the top and make a run to either lock up a playoff spot, or are trying to thrash their way into a playoff spot.

Regardless of your position, you are here to see what week 11 has in store, so let’s get to it with our weekly play ‘em/bench ‘em feature here at MSF.

Among the players featured this week: Beanie Wells, Kellen Winslow, Steve Smith (Panthers), Knowshon Moreno, Marshawn Lynch, and Roy Williams.

NFL Week 11 Betting Odds and Picks: Dolphins-Panthers, Steelers-Chiefs, Bengals-Raiders

November 18, 2009 By BetOnline Leave a Comment

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NFL odds are strange beasts, aren’t they? One week we dominate with our predictions; the next week we fall flat. After the Bears and Cowboys burned us in Week 10, it’s time for redemption.

Try these football picks on for size. We look at the upcoming Dolphins-Panthers Thursday night game, plus the Steelers-Chiefs and Bengals-Raiders matchups on Sunday.

Cribbs Down and Quinn Accused of Cheap Shot

November 18, 2009 By MidnightWriter 1 Comment

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There is no joy in Cleveland, the mighty Quinn has gone three and out; kick return man and wildcat Cribbs has gone down.

A fan at Cleveland Browns Stadium for the Monday Night debacle against the Ravens, held up a sign that said it all: “Hey, Baltimore, can you take this team, too?”

After suffering through another day of depression and frustration over the state of these Cleveland Browns’ pretenders, (remember, the Browns did not “come back” in 1999; late owner Al Lerner accepted a nameless, nearly talent-less expansion team and named it the Browns), Browns fans’ hope the end of the nine-game Coach Eric Mangini Era is near.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: brady quinn, Cleveland Browns, eric mangini, joshua cribbs, randy lerner

It’s Time for the Annual “Circus” Road Trip for Hawks

November 18, 2009 By Tyler Juranovich Leave a Comment

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It’s that time of year again for the Chicago Blackhawks.

If you are a Hawks fan you know exactly what I mean. This is the time of the year when the Circus comes into Chicago, forcing both the Bulls and Blackhawks to go on a 2-week road trip.

The Hawks go into their 2-week road trip confident after winning four straight games. They sit at the 3rd spot in their conference and 1st in their division.

Detroit Pistons Weekly Watch: Villanueva and Gordon Giving Early Returns on Investment

November 18, 2009 By Boris Leave a Comment

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The Pistons have rolled off 3 straight wins in their third week to raise their overall record to 5-4.

The Pistons defeated the 76ers 88-81 and the Bobcats 98-75 at the Palace. They earned their first road victory in a hard fought battle at Washington 106-103.

Richard Hamilton (ankle) and Tayshaun Prince (ruptured lower back disc) were out again this week with their injuries.

LeBron James: 23 to 6

November 18, 2009 By Devon Alexandre 6 Comments

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“[Jordan's] number shouldn’t be worn by any player in the NBA,” James told TNT’s Chris Sager.

The guy’s right.

This past Thursday, the Cleveland Cavaliers entered American Airlines Arena to take on Dwyane Wade and Co., but not only was this a showdown of (what I believe) two of the NBA’s best players, but it also came with a little sizzle.

Whether it be Dwyane Wade smashing, destroying, dismantling, annihilating Andersen Varejao (in the new Jordan’s):

or whether it be LeBron James showing us how to finish a game, with PURE defense and clutch baskets.

Yes, this game had it all. Trash talk, stardom, everything! But, maybe the one topic that should be most talked about, came at the end of the game, with LeBron, Chris Sager, and Mo Williams listening in:

In my opinion, this is probably one of the most humble, and loyal moments EVER in NBA history.

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Why? Well LeBron James is supposedly the next “big” thing (and he is living up to it), as he continues cruising by the record books, making the $$$ from Nike, and much much more.

With all of this hype, LeBron James can easily say he wants to wear 23, but he doesn’t. This shows how much the young phenom from Akron has matured. This shows how much respect a guy like LeBron has for the game, and the game’s G.O.A.T.

I’m about to say something crazy…

but Michael Jordan should be honored.

And with that said, LeBron James will end this season, whether it be with a ring or not, playing his last season with the number of 23. So many memories since his being here, but now we may see the true uprsing of LeBron. Not the legacy of 23, but a new legacy, a new legend, and a new era…

The era of number 6.

Now that my opinion is out in the air, I want to hear yours:

Should LeBron James change his number in honor of MJ?

Yes (53%, 19 Votes)
No (47%, 17 Votes)

Total Voters: 36

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Filed Under: NBA Tagged With: 23, 6, change, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dwayne Wade, lebron james, michael jordan, number

Breaking: Blackhawks Close to Signing Trio to New Contracts

November 17, 2009 By Tyler Juranovich Leave a Comment

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According to an article by the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Blackhawks are set to sign Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane to new contracts. Both are restricted free agents at the end of this year.

The Hawks are also near an agreement with defender Duncan Keith.

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#2 Michigan State Faces Gonzaga in an Early Season Test

November 17, 2009 By J-Dools Leave a Comment

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[Editor's note: This post was submitted before the Spartans and Zags took the floor last night. I just didn't have a chance to edit and publish it. But as you can see, our man J-Dools had the game pretty well pegged, so I'm posted this anyway.]

Excitement is building in East Lansing as the Spartans prepare to face their first real challenge of the season against Gonzaga, at 8 p.m. on ESPN.

The Spartans will showcase their talented line up that is gathering more and more comparisons to the 2000 championship team. Coach Tom Izzo is among those making such comparisons.

In an interview with ESPN.com Izzo was asked if he would ever coach someone like Mateen Cleaves again. Izzo answered saying that he may be doing that right now. The player Izzo is talking about is junior point guard Kalin Lucas.

NFL Power Rankings: Week 11 (The Challenge)

November 17, 2009 By Big MB Leave a Comment

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So last week our dearest editor, Jerod Morris, decided to take a brutal and vicious attack at my power rankings, claiming I didn’t have the stones to pick a first place team or give credit to two teams in 14th and 15th places.

[Editor's note: Honestly, it's not just that you didn't have the stones to make the tough choices last week; it's that you don't have stones...period.]

This week, I have risen to his challenge, and chosen a clear-cut 1st place team as well as giving 14th and 15th places to deserving teams.

[Editor's note: Round of applause everybody! The guy doing the Power Rankings picked someone at #'s 1, 14, and 15! All right! Anyone got a cookie for Myles?]

However, now I am going to issue our editor-in-chief a challenge of my own. Each week he throws in his editors’ notes, criticizing my rankings, only because of his bitterness that his Cleveland Browns have only one win in nine weeks.

My challenge: I challenge you, Jerod Morris, to give us YOUR top 15 teams, and allow ME to edit next week’s post. The gauntlet has been thrown J-Rod, do you accept:

[Editor's note: Sure, whatever. I accept. But trying to produce better Power Rankings than you is like playing quarterback better than Brady Quinn and Derek Anderson. It's not really a challenge.]

Onto the Week 11 Power Rankings:

1. Indianapolis Colts (Last 1 [0])

Yet another “Bullitt” the Colts have dodged. Or should I say the “Bullitt” stopped the Colts from losing their first of the year.

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Filed Under: NFL Tagged With: nfl power rankings, nfl power rankings - week 11, nfl week 11 power rankings

Week 11 Injury Status Updates for Benson, Turner, Orton, Bush, and More

Week 11 Injury Status: Running Backs

In Memory of Stefanie Spielman & In Support of Her Cause

Open Letter to RichRod: Please Deliver a Win Over Ohio State

Seriously, How the Hell Could Things Get Any Worse in Cleveland?

Thanksgiving Day Football TV Schedule: NFL and College Football

This post is from 2009!

If you accidentally landed here, click to view all of our 2011 Thanksgiving Day content, including the Thanksgiving Day Football Schedule.

Blogging Fitness: Pole Dancing Now a Challenging Form of Fitness

Week 11 Play ‘Em or Bench ‘Em: Beanie Wells, Knowshon Moreno, and More

NFL Week 11 Betting Odds and Picks: Dolphins-Panthers, Steelers-Chiefs, Bengals-Raiders

Cribbs Down and Quinn Accused of Cheap Shot

It’s Time for the Annual “Circus” Road Trip for Hawks

Detroit Pistons Weekly Watch: Villanueva and Gordon Giving Early Returns on Investment

LeBron James: 23 to 6

Breaking: Blackhawks Close to Signing Trio to New Contracts

#2 Michigan State Faces Gonzaga in an Early Season Test

NFL Power Rankings: Week 11 (The Challenge)

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