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San Francisco 49ers

49ers are slumping- their building…

The San Francisco 49ers are not stuck in a rut. They are a team that is building for their future. As we enter mid-way through this 2005-2006 NFL season, there are a few teams that are statistically at the bottom of the barrel alongside the red and gold. Houston has no excuse for their winless record and no amount of coach firing will get it done. David Carr was hyped beyond his own recognition and ate up the press while forgetting about football. Green Bay is facing the same problem as the 49ers- injuries. Coaches are positive in the Rice-O-Roni city. Players want a victory and pride is driving them to compete.

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NFL General

This One Could Get Exciting

The dominant teams in the NFL used to be obvious.  Super Bowl picks weren’t the hardest thing in the world.  Most fans could make a bit of money on weekly picks assuming they were in Las Vegas or Atlantic City.  In short, winners were clear cut…

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College Football

Syracuse should be mediocre- not pathetic

By: Sean Quinn

This is hardly what Dr. Daryl Gross had in mind in his first season as Syracuse’s athletic director. He probably expected the losses to the Virginia’s and Florida State’s of college football, but neither he nor anyone predicted the worst season in SU football history.

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Washington Redskins

Don’t Be Fooled by the Wins That They Got…

Their still, their still the same old Redskins from the block.  Things were looking bright this year, a change from seasons past.  A new and improved offense along with Greg Williams dominant defense looked like the formula for an NFC East Championship.  However, the Redskins entered New York on Sunday and showed who they really are…

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NFL General

NFL Week 8 Picks October 30 2005

Beating the ESPN experts is becoming pretty commonplace around here. Even though we were dragged down by Trevor’s 8-6 record, we managed to beat ESPN with a total of .696 vs their .640. Also, Boston Mac was able to get higher than anyone else with a 12-2 record. This week, it’s either Teri or Vegas Vinny’s turn.

Don’t forget about the podcast to go along with the picks below. You can listen/download the mp3 file directly here or you can subscribe to the podcast using this feed. If you have iTunes, go to your Advanced Menu, click on Subscribe to Podcast and enter this url: http://feeds.feedburner.com/nflpickspodcast

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College Football

Heisman Watch 6th Edition

The race for the Heisman race is heating up. Many people are getting on bandwagons and watching closely at these players every move. This is when it really counts and Heisman candidates are really going to have to show their best to convince voters that they should be the ones hoisting the Heisman.

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Buffalo Sabres

Sabres Game Recap

The 6-2 Sabres took to the ice at the Blue Cross Arena in Rochester,NY. The Sabres faced off againsed the Washington Capitals looking for their 5th straight home win, while playing on their AHL affiliates rink.

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MLB General

2005 MLB Awards: Who Should Win- and Why

When Major League Baseball hands out its postseason hardware, it probably won’t look like this (but it should).  Find out why David Ortiz is the AL MVP and why the Mets want a refund from Carlos Beltran.

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New York Giants

Wellington Mara: The Face of New York Football

Wellington Mara: 1916-2005. An article about a man that needs no introduction.

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NBA General

All the Right Questions

It’s been a long offseason for basketball fans, especially those in California.  The past 6 months have felt like an eternity to all those Clippers fans who can’t wait for Sam Cassell and Cuttino Mobley to lead the Clips back to the promised land.  With the season less than a week away, you’ll want to be prepared for when the real games begin.  But don’t worry: you have questions, and I have the answers.  Here are the biggest questions surrounding the NBA’s offseason, and how they affect your team.