The MLB winter meetings have come and gone, and except for the Yankees landing C.C. Sabathia, there was not a lot of noteworthy activity.
Perhaps Bay Area fans were hoping the Giants would land Bay Area homeboy, Sabathia, or Mark Texeira, but G.M. Brian Sabean decided, or rather never really intended on trying to sign either top free agent. Sabean also decided that trading for a big bat was not worth giving up any of the team's top young pitchers. Good for him.
Most of the Bay Area media has been hard on Sabean and the Giants for not acquiring a slugger for the team, and turning the team into an instant contender. However, even if the Giants were able to stick Texeira or another top hitter in the lineup, the team would not necessarily become contenders.
That's why Sabean should be commended for not trading away Matt Cain, or Jonathan Sanchez, or any of their top minor league arms.
The media seems to think Giants fans will not allow for another losing season. Although the Giants attendance did not reach 3 million, there is solace in knowing there was still 2.8 million that did come to Pac Bell Park. Translation, the Giants did not miss Barry Bonds as much, as anticiapted.
Pac Bell Park is more than just a baseball stadium, and fans come to the game for more than just the Giants themselves, as evidenced by last season's stats. Chances are, fans will continue to come to see the Giants so long as they see young players such as Pablo Sandoval & Sanchez continue to improve. It also would not hurt if Barry Zito could also start helping the Giants realize some of their 126 million investment.
No, the Giants did not land a big prize at the winter meetings. However, they also did not make a major blunder, which is just as, if not more important.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Mike Singletary's Theatrics
Last Sunday the San Francisco 49ers and Bay Area fans were introduced to a new style of coaching, not experienced by former teams of the past. Suffice to say, if last Sunday was any indication by new coach, Mike Singletary, then team and fans may be in for an intersting next 8 weeks.
If anybody needed to be reminded who Singletary was mentored by, for coaching, he helped by conjuring of images of his former coach Mike Ditka.
First, Singletary left no doubt that he wants to win. With less than a minute left in the first half, Singletary had seen enough of J.T. O'Sullivan and his turnovers. In came Shaun Hill, to close out the first half. That was a direct signal that Singletary is in charge, and if offensive coordinator Mike Martz's QB cannot get the job done, then Singletary will consider his options.
Next, starting tight end Vernon Davis was penalized 15 yards, after making a nice catch and gain, for unsportsman-like conduct. Singletary not liking the starting tight end's attitude towards the call, and body language coming off the field, ordered Davis to the bench. To further get his point across about who is in charge, Singletary then did something, possibly never witnessed before. He ordered Davis to leave the field, even telling Davis not to forget his helemet.
Upon leaving the field, after losing to Seattle, Singletary apologized to a group of fans about the 49ers embarassing performance.
Singletary saved the best for last, though. During his press conference, with a definite passion in his attitude, Singletary explained his treatment of Davis; "I would rather play 10 guys and get penalized all day until we get it right." He then added referring to Davis, "You can't coach with them, you can't play with them, you can't win with them. Can't get it done."
If everyone thought Singletary could not outdo himself, they were wrong. Very wrong. Later on during the week, it was reported and later confirmed by Singletary, that during halftime of the game he had pulled down his pants and pointed to his rearend to get a point across to his team.
Regarding the half time peep show, many see this type behavior as demeaning and degrading. I'm sure players have been every bit as demaning and degrading to their opponents on the field. Nothing wrong with getting a taste of their own medicine.
Singletary is a hard-nosed type of coach, just as he was a player. His actions and antics were questioned all week, by the Bay Area media. However, this was only the new head coach's first game. With the way the 49ers have been playing in the first half of the season, it's not a reach to think that they need a coach with passion, and a flare for the theatrics.
Whether Singletary's messages and coaching style translate to more wins for the
49ers remains to be seen. However, the fans and the media should be satisfied that they will at least get to come along for the ride.
If anybody needed to be reminded who Singletary was mentored by, for coaching, he helped by conjuring of images of his former coach Mike Ditka.
First, Singletary left no doubt that he wants to win. With less than a minute left in the first half, Singletary had seen enough of J.T. O'Sullivan and his turnovers. In came Shaun Hill, to close out the first half. That was a direct signal that Singletary is in charge, and if offensive coordinator Mike Martz's QB cannot get the job done, then Singletary will consider his options.
Next, starting tight end Vernon Davis was penalized 15 yards, after making a nice catch and gain, for unsportsman-like conduct. Singletary not liking the starting tight end's attitude towards the call, and body language coming off the field, ordered Davis to the bench. To further get his point across about who is in charge, Singletary then did something, possibly never witnessed before. He ordered Davis to leave the field, even telling Davis not to forget his helemet.
Upon leaving the field, after losing to Seattle, Singletary apologized to a group of fans about the 49ers embarassing performance.
Singletary saved the best for last, though. During his press conference, with a definite passion in his attitude, Singletary explained his treatment of Davis; "I would rather play 10 guys and get penalized all day until we get it right." He then added referring to Davis, "You can't coach with them, you can't play with them, you can't win with them. Can't get it done."
If everyone thought Singletary could not outdo himself, they were wrong. Very wrong. Later on during the week, it was reported and later confirmed by Singletary, that during halftime of the game he had pulled down his pants and pointed to his rearend to get a point across to his team.
Regarding the half time peep show, many see this type behavior as demeaning and degrading. I'm sure players have been every bit as demaning and degrading to their opponents on the field. Nothing wrong with getting a taste of their own medicine.
Singletary is a hard-nosed type of coach, just as he was a player. His actions and antics were questioned all week, by the Bay Area media. However, this was only the new head coach's first game. With the way the 49ers have been playing in the first half of the season, it's not a reach to think that they need a coach with passion, and a flare for the theatrics.
Whether Singletary's messages and coaching style translate to more wins for the
49ers remains to be seen. However, the fans and the media should be satisfied that they will at least get to come along for the ride.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
A Reason for Hope
Something unusual is happening with the Oakland Raiders. No, Al Davis is not relinquishing control of the team, and no, their fans are not watching reruns of Ozzie and Harriet.
However, an uncommon occurance not witnissed since the 1970s should be getting fans excited. The Raiders are actually developing a potential quality quarterback. JaMarcus Russell may not be setting the NFL on fire, but he is giving the team their best home grown QB prospect potential since Kenny Stabler.
Russell still has a ways to go before he joins the list of productive NFL QBs, but thus far he is giving the Raiders every reason for optimism. The reason for the optimism is that although Russell is still young, and has much to learn about NFL defenses, the former LSU standout does not make the numerous mistakes that practically every young QB does.
Russell does not force passes that inevitably turn into interceptions. For the most part, he is accurate on his throws. If not for a holding call in the Jets game, he would have had two TD passes. Another aspect of his game, that must be commended, he looks to throw even when he might be able to move the chains with his running ability. On the TD throw in the Jets game, Russell may have been able to run for the TD, but he pulled up and hit the receiver in the endzone. That's called being patient, even unusually patient for a young QB.
When the Jets game entered overtime, I kept yelling for the Raiders to let Russell win the game for them. On the first drive, granted, he did look nervous misfiring on two open receivers. However, on the second drive Russell took over hitting Zack Miller for 27 yards and Javin Walker for 16 yards, moving the team into game winning field goal position.
As explained earlier, Russell, this only his second year, still has a lot to learn. However, nobody can say that at this point he is not further ahead than Vince Young was, Matt Lienart, and obviously Alex Smith.
The Raiders appear to have a solid running game to compliment Russell, and they have a productive tight end with Zach Miller. Hopefully, they can also add some quality wide receivers for Russell as well.
With a fully loaded arsenol of weapons, and added experience, Russell just may make that much needed leap to the list of quality, or top NFL quarterbacks. If he does that, he will make the ghosts of Marc Wilson, Todd Marinovich, Jay Schroeder, Jeff George, Kerry Collins, and all the other Raider QB dissapointments, disappear.
However, an uncommon occurance not witnissed since the 1970s should be getting fans excited. The Raiders are actually developing a potential quality quarterback. JaMarcus Russell may not be setting the NFL on fire, but he is giving the team their best home grown QB prospect potential since Kenny Stabler.
Russell still has a ways to go before he joins the list of productive NFL QBs, but thus far he is giving the Raiders every reason for optimism. The reason for the optimism is that although Russell is still young, and has much to learn about NFL defenses, the former LSU standout does not make the numerous mistakes that practically every young QB does.
Russell does not force passes that inevitably turn into interceptions. For the most part, he is accurate on his throws. If not for a holding call in the Jets game, he would have had two TD passes. Another aspect of his game, that must be commended, he looks to throw even when he might be able to move the chains with his running ability. On the TD throw in the Jets game, Russell may have been able to run for the TD, but he pulled up and hit the receiver in the endzone. That's called being patient, even unusually patient for a young QB.
When the Jets game entered overtime, I kept yelling for the Raiders to let Russell win the game for them. On the first drive, granted, he did look nervous misfiring on two open receivers. However, on the second drive Russell took over hitting Zack Miller for 27 yards and Javin Walker for 16 yards, moving the team into game winning field goal position.
As explained earlier, Russell, this only his second year, still has a lot to learn. However, nobody can say that at this point he is not further ahead than Vince Young was, Matt Lienart, and obviously Alex Smith.
The Raiders appear to have a solid running game to compliment Russell, and they have a productive tight end with Zach Miller. Hopefully, they can also add some quality wide receivers for Russell as well.
With a fully loaded arsenol of weapons, and added experience, Russell just may make that much needed leap to the list of quality, or top NFL quarterbacks. If he does that, he will make the ghosts of Marc Wilson, Todd Marinovich, Jay Schroeder, Jeff George, Kerry Collins, and all the other Raider QB dissapointments, disappear.
Monday, May 12, 2008
Phil Jackson & Kobe's Back
In game 4 of the playoff series between Utah and the Lakers, the ovetime battle came down to a bad back, and a bad coaching decision.
Kobe Bryant tried to pull a Michael Jordan, or even a Willis Reed. This is what great athletes do during duress and discomfort. Unfortunately, Kobe looked less than mortal with his ailment. Hence, the Lakers allowed the Jazz to tie the series at two a piece, with the series heading back to Los Angeles.
Kobe was not superman during the final quarter and overtime period, as his two for thirteen performance sadly shows. However, the question is should Kobe have even been playing with the obvious pain he was in?
It was so obvious that Kobe was in pain that all Jazz player Andrei Kirilenko had to do was reach over Kobe's shoulder to block his shot. At that point or even before, coach Phil Jackson should have pulled Kobe. Yes, Bryant made a gallant effort but the rest of the Lakers only attempted three shots during the overtime period; instead waiting or expecting Kobe to make passes.
If Jackson had pulled Bryant, it goes without saying that Kobe would not have been happy with the decision. In hindsight however, Kobe was hurting his team and Jackson should have made the change.
Another element is that we don't know how serious Kobe's back is for game five? Bryant says he will play, but with a touchy back you just don't know what to expect. One thing is clear, if Kobe displays any of the pain that he showed Sunday, Jackson better pull his superstar or risk the game and series. Utah has been allowed to even up the series, but anymore foolish decisions like Sunday may have grave consequences in the next seven days, and later with lots of questions to answer.
Kobe Bryant tried to pull a Michael Jordan, or even a Willis Reed. This is what great athletes do during duress and discomfort. Unfortunately, Kobe looked less than mortal with his ailment. Hence, the Lakers allowed the Jazz to tie the series at two a piece, with the series heading back to Los Angeles.
Kobe was not superman during the final quarter and overtime period, as his two for thirteen performance sadly shows. However, the question is should Kobe have even been playing with the obvious pain he was in?
It was so obvious that Kobe was in pain that all Jazz player Andrei Kirilenko had to do was reach over Kobe's shoulder to block his shot. At that point or even before, coach Phil Jackson should have pulled Kobe. Yes, Bryant made a gallant effort but the rest of the Lakers only attempted three shots during the overtime period; instead waiting or expecting Kobe to make passes.
If Jackson had pulled Bryant, it goes without saying that Kobe would not have been happy with the decision. In hindsight however, Kobe was hurting his team and Jackson should have made the change.
Another element is that we don't know how serious Kobe's back is for game five? Bryant says he will play, but with a touchy back you just don't know what to expect. One thing is clear, if Kobe displays any of the pain that he showed Sunday, Jackson better pull his superstar or risk the game and series. Utah has been allowed to even up the series, but anymore foolish decisions like Sunday may have grave consequences in the next seven days, and later with lots of questions to answer.
Saturday, May 3, 2008
What Does Zito Really Want?
To say the Barry Zito signing by the Giants was a huge disaster would be putting it mildly. However, the Giants in order to justify their investment in Zito, obviously and rightfully so are going to do everything in their power to find a solution to get Zito's head & form back on track.
The question is, can Zito regain his former successful form, if his head never get's back on track? To put it another way, was his head ever on track?
Since Zito went 23 - 5 in 2002, his combined record, including this year is 66 - 65. After his Cy Young year in 2002, his single best year in 2006 was 16 - 10. Before that he had three years in a row of never winning more than 14 games, with a combined record of 39 - 36, barely a 500 record.
While still in Oakland in 2006, Zito had motivation with young pitchers looking to Zito to be thier ace and teacher, but there was another motivation for Zito. It was a contract year. He knew he would be leaving the Athletics, and Zito knew if he did not have a dominant year that he would not receive a rich contract that he obviously coveted.
Early in Zito's career, he developed a reputation for being a free spirit, a guy you might find hanging out on a street corner playing guitar. Arguably so, Zito became the most likebale of Oakland's big three, which also included Mark Mulder and Tim Hudson. Because the Athletics have never been a top draw in the Bay Area, logic dictated that Oakland ultimately would not be able to keep all three of their talented aces. It may be safe to assume that if a poll was taken as to whom the Oakland fans would rather see remain with the team it would have been Zito.
Cut to 2006, the contract year. Zito seemed to be a different guy. Almost business like. When asked questions regarding his future with Oakland, Zito never gave indications that he would like to remain in Oakland, possibly accepting less money.
Nobody can blame Zito for leaving Oakland, or for accepting the Giant's rediculous offer. Professional athletes have constantly rejected their original team's offers for greener pastures, and will continue to do so, to the detriment of fans and even their original team.
So, Zito signs with the Giants for $126 million. First, why did he choose the Giants? Obviously, it was not because he wanted to win. The Giants at the end of the 2006 season provided no hope for any free agent or their fans, that they would be a contender in the forseeable future. In addition, during the 2006 season, since Zito was pitching so well he commented that he would like to win 300 games in his career. And in order to help fulfill that hope he chose to not sign with any contending teams such as the Mets, the Cardinals, the Redsox, the Yankees, or God forbid the always surprising home team Oakland. No, Zito chose to pin his career hopes on the lackluster dreadful, no prospects, SF Giants.
Fast forward to 2007, where is the motivation for Zito to remain successful? There is always personal pride, but when you are guaranteed $126 million, maybe free spirits don't value pride as much as they once did?
During an interview with KNBR's Ralph Barbieri, before the start of this season, Zito became a bit indignant when Barbieri non threatenly suggested that Zito give back a small portion of his contract in light of last year's disastrous performance. Barbieri provided a scenario where it would only benefit Zito in the eyes of his fans. However, Zito responded by saying, "why don't you check back with me in June or at the midpoint of the season, and you can ask me your razor-like questions." Again, Barbieri was not attempting to attach Zito.
In light of Zito's start this season, he has only become less productive and there is absolutely no sign that he has the tools to regain his form, much less his career. Everyone agrees that his problems are in his head, but it is so painfully obvious that Zito does not have the mental makeup to support that contract. He is not a Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Kobi Bryant,or even Barry Bonds type of player that will allow a ton of money to affect his performance.
Another thing that Zito lacks that the before mentioned players have, and that is drive or even hunger. Again, after Zito won the Cy Young he went 39-36 before the contract year. Great athletes always find a way to motivate themselves to perform at a higher level, and money is not a motivating factor for these type of performers. They want to be the best, they want to win. Sadly, we really don't know if Zito does want to win.
The question is, can Zito regain his former successful form, if his head never get's back on track? To put it another way, was his head ever on track?
Since Zito went 23 - 5 in 2002, his combined record, including this year is 66 - 65. After his Cy Young year in 2002, his single best year in 2006 was 16 - 10. Before that he had three years in a row of never winning more than 14 games, with a combined record of 39 - 36, barely a 500 record.
While still in Oakland in 2006, Zito had motivation with young pitchers looking to Zito to be thier ace and teacher, but there was another motivation for Zito. It was a contract year. He knew he would be leaving the Athletics, and Zito knew if he did not have a dominant year that he would not receive a rich contract that he obviously coveted.
Early in Zito's career, he developed a reputation for being a free spirit, a guy you might find hanging out on a street corner playing guitar. Arguably so, Zito became the most likebale of Oakland's big three, which also included Mark Mulder and Tim Hudson. Because the Athletics have never been a top draw in the Bay Area, logic dictated that Oakland ultimately would not be able to keep all three of their talented aces. It may be safe to assume that if a poll was taken as to whom the Oakland fans would rather see remain with the team it would have been Zito.
Cut to 2006, the contract year. Zito seemed to be a different guy. Almost business like. When asked questions regarding his future with Oakland, Zito never gave indications that he would like to remain in Oakland, possibly accepting less money.
Nobody can blame Zito for leaving Oakland, or for accepting the Giant's rediculous offer. Professional athletes have constantly rejected their original team's offers for greener pastures, and will continue to do so, to the detriment of fans and even their original team.
So, Zito signs with the Giants for $126 million. First, why did he choose the Giants? Obviously, it was not because he wanted to win. The Giants at the end of the 2006 season provided no hope for any free agent or their fans, that they would be a contender in the forseeable future. In addition, during the 2006 season, since Zito was pitching so well he commented that he would like to win 300 games in his career. And in order to help fulfill that hope he chose to not sign with any contending teams such as the Mets, the Cardinals, the Redsox, the Yankees, or God forbid the always surprising home team Oakland. No, Zito chose to pin his career hopes on the lackluster dreadful, no prospects, SF Giants.
Fast forward to 2007, where is the motivation for Zito to remain successful? There is always personal pride, but when you are guaranteed $126 million, maybe free spirits don't value pride as much as they once did?
During an interview with KNBR's Ralph Barbieri, before the start of this season, Zito became a bit indignant when Barbieri non threatenly suggested that Zito give back a small portion of his contract in light of last year's disastrous performance. Barbieri provided a scenario where it would only benefit Zito in the eyes of his fans. However, Zito responded by saying, "why don't you check back with me in June or at the midpoint of the season, and you can ask me your razor-like questions." Again, Barbieri was not attempting to attach Zito.
In light of Zito's start this season, he has only become less productive and there is absolutely no sign that he has the tools to regain his form, much less his career. Everyone agrees that his problems are in his head, but it is so painfully obvious that Zito does not have the mental makeup to support that contract. He is not a Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, Peyton Manning, Kobi Bryant,or even Barry Bonds type of player that will allow a ton of money to affect his performance.
Another thing that Zito lacks that the before mentioned players have, and that is drive or even hunger. Again, after Zito won the Cy Young he went 39-36 before the contract year. Great athletes always find a way to motivate themselves to perform at a higher level, and money is not a motivating factor for these type of performers. They want to be the best, they want to win. Sadly, we really don't know if Zito does want to win.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Is Don Nelson Contagious?
Is the Don Nelson way of not playing young players becoming infectious?
After hitting two home runs in his first two games as a pro, and at the time, being the hottest hitter in their lineup, the Giants rewarded John Bowker by benching him for Monday's game against Arizona.
Manager, Bruce Bochey's reasoning was that Bowker would be facing a left handed pitcher, who was Randy Johnson.
Did Bochey feel that the Giants could not risk losing the game, thereby threatening the Giants post season possibilities? Or did Bochey foolishly think that Bochey would not face left handers for the rest of the season?
Not only was Bowker coming off the most impressive run of the early season, but he was giving the fans hope & excitement, and also providing a much needed thump to the lineup.
For God sakes, let the guy hit. If the 1920s Yankees had used Bochey's rational, the country may never have had a chance to witness feats by Lou Gehrig.
Bowker may be the only player on the Giants who can provide any consistent power, but he might not be able to prove it with bone headed decisions from Bruce"Nellie" Bochy. Just for the record, Bowker hit the right field wall in todays loss to Arizona.
After hitting two home runs in his first two games as a pro, and at the time, being the hottest hitter in their lineup, the Giants rewarded John Bowker by benching him for Monday's game against Arizona.
Manager, Bruce Bochey's reasoning was that Bowker would be facing a left handed pitcher, who was Randy Johnson.
Did Bochey feel that the Giants could not risk losing the game, thereby threatening the Giants post season possibilities? Or did Bochey foolishly think that Bochey would not face left handers for the rest of the season?
Not only was Bowker coming off the most impressive run of the early season, but he was giving the fans hope & excitement, and also providing a much needed thump to the lineup.
For God sakes, let the guy hit. If the 1920s Yankees had used Bochey's rational, the country may never have had a chance to witness feats by Lou Gehrig.
Bowker may be the only player on the Giants who can provide any consistent power, but he might not be able to prove it with bone headed decisions from Bruce"Nellie" Bochy. Just for the record, Bowker hit the right field wall in todays loss to Arizona.
Monday, January 21, 2008
Favre Believed His Own Hype
I don't know how many people caught Brett Favre's post game interview last night after he and the Packers lost to the NY Giants? It seemed that Favre was still in shock after Eli Manning and the Giants outplayed the Pack and Mr. Favre.
Shock? Why should Favre have been in shock? The Giants had been playing tough NFL football for the last month, and beating teams on the road to boot. Upsets happen. They have occured all throughout sports history, and will continue to happen.
However, what was interesting during Favre's interview was not so much the disappointment in losing, but he almost seemed to indicate that he was believing in destiny, or fate. The way Favre played in the latter part of the game, and reacted afterwards, one got the feeling that Farve forgot that he had to earn the right to go to Arizona.
"Everybody kept telling me, Just Believe, " Farve naively said. "There was always this feeling that things were going to fall into place...even in this game when the score was going back and forth."
Has anyone told Mr. Farve that God helps those who help themselves? And that's just it; Farve did not help himself or his team when it mattered. Late in the fourth quarter, and then again in overtime Farve threw critical interceptions that should not have been throw in the first place. Yet, Favre reacted like the Football Gods had promised him a victory march to Arizona.
The Giants's kicker, Lawrence Tynes was begging the ghosts of Lambaugh Field to inspire the beloved Pack to victory. However, with the way Farve played he may have scared those ghosts off for another forty years.
Based on Favre's late interceptions, is it any wonder that he is the career leader in picks? Sadly, yesterday's performance conjures up memories of a six interception playoff game against the Rams back in 2001. Three of those picks were returned for touchdowns, setting yet another reluctant record.
All season long the NFL media has been treating Farve like there never was a Joe Montana, or a Johnny Unitas. Tom Brady at last check was starring for an undefeated team, on his way to a fourth Super Bowl. Yet Brady, whom many experts say is the best QB in the game, has not gotten near the attention that the NFL only to happy to, delivers towards Farve.
Favre has been an exciting quarterback, and he has had more success than most other QBs who ever played the game. Whether he decides to play another year or retire, remains to be seen. However, if Favre does continue to play somebody better tell him that the only ticket to Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa will have to be earned, and then with some quite alright praying.
Shock? Why should Favre have been in shock? The Giants had been playing tough NFL football for the last month, and beating teams on the road to boot. Upsets happen. They have occured all throughout sports history, and will continue to happen.
However, what was interesting during Favre's interview was not so much the disappointment in losing, but he almost seemed to indicate that he was believing in destiny, or fate. The way Favre played in the latter part of the game, and reacted afterwards, one got the feeling that Farve forgot that he had to earn the right to go to Arizona.
"Everybody kept telling me, Just Believe, " Farve naively said. "There was always this feeling that things were going to fall into place...even in this game when the score was going back and forth."
Has anyone told Mr. Farve that God helps those who help themselves? And that's just it; Farve did not help himself or his team when it mattered. Late in the fourth quarter, and then again in overtime Farve threw critical interceptions that should not have been throw in the first place. Yet, Favre reacted like the Football Gods had promised him a victory march to Arizona.
The Giants's kicker, Lawrence Tynes was begging the ghosts of Lambaugh Field to inspire the beloved Pack to victory. However, with the way Farve played he may have scared those ghosts off for another forty years.
Based on Favre's late interceptions, is it any wonder that he is the career leader in picks? Sadly, yesterday's performance conjures up memories of a six interception playoff game against the Rams back in 2001. Three of those picks were returned for touchdowns, setting yet another reluctant record.
All season long the NFL media has been treating Farve like there never was a Joe Montana, or a Johnny Unitas. Tom Brady at last check was starring for an undefeated team, on his way to a fourth Super Bowl. Yet Brady, whom many experts say is the best QB in the game, has not gotten near the attention that the NFL only to happy to, delivers towards Farve.
Favre has been an exciting quarterback, and he has had more success than most other QBs who ever played the game. Whether he decides to play another year or retire, remains to be seen. However, if Favre does continue to play somebody better tell him that the only ticket to Super Bowl XLIII in Tampa will have to be earned, and then with some quite alright praying.
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