Starts Start of the Week - Matt Ryan vs Arizona Cardinals Matt Ryan has been less than average this season, but he has the chance to finally get out of the slump he is in with a nice matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. They are not good against opposing quarterbacks. In fact since the seasonContinue reading "Start’ Em Sit’ Em Quarterbacks – Week 6"
An Open Letter To Defensive Coordinator Keith Butler
Dear Keith, I know that you are busy in preparation for this Sunday's game against the Chargers, but you need to read this. Luckily for you, this note is short and efficient. Don't even think about covering Keenan Allen with a linebacker. Just don't. Do you remember what happened last year? I do. Allen gashedContinue reading "An Open Letter To Defensive Coordinator Keith Butler"
The Inner Circle Baby
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9j9blHAWdGQ The Inner Circle baby. Chris Jericho has once again shed his skin and emerged as the leader of the hottest faction in wrestling the Inner Circle. Comprised of Santana and Ortiz formerly known as LAX, Sammy Guevara, and Jake Hager, formly Jack Swagger. The new supergroup are the latest thing in AEW. https://www.instagram.com/p/B3bZYTVBe8l/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link LastContinue reading "The Inner Circle Baby"
The Never Ending Curse
Pirates fans have had a hell of a 2019. A season with so many expectations just went completely wrong. This was a team that some (including myself) believed could make it to the playoffs. Not only did they not even get close, but they finished with the 7th worst record in the majors at 69-93.Continue reading "The Never Ending Curse"
Flyers On A Roll
I feel like I have been asleep for a while. But there is something that has awoken me. Something that stirs me from my slumber. Could it be the Philadelphia Flyers? Last season I wrote this article.https://thoughtsfromthebench.com/2019/02/13/why-the-flyers-are-two-years-away-from-a-stanley-cup/ I was criticized heavily for it. But now as the Pittbsurgh faithful have nothing left to cheer forContinue reading "Flyers On A Roll"
The Reasons Behind the Backlash Against “The Joker” Movie.
Last week, the new Joker movie was officially released in theaters. In my personal opinion, it was one of the best cinematic productions in the history of film. I’ve seen it three times in its opening week because it was just simply that great. It broke records by taking in over 272 MILLION DOLLARS. AndContinue reading "The Reasons Behind the Backlash Against “The Joker” Movie."
Early season woes for the Steel City?
Well...the game for the Penguins last night started out great! Sidney Crosby scored to put them ahead within the first minute of the game. It looked like we were going to easily rout the Jets...I mean they haven't won in Pittsburgh since 2006 so this should be easy right? Photo by Joe Sargent via GettyContinue reading "Early season woes for the Steel City?"
NHL Team Composition
As hockey season begins I thought it would be cool to discuss why your team has the players it does. The concepts behind team compositions and how the NHL builds their teams. I will be using the Pittsburgh Penguins as an example because they set the template that most teams use. This is an orgContinue reading "NHL Team Composition"
Moorhead’s NFL Power Rankings – Week 6
#32 Miami Dolphins (0-4) Previous Rank: 32 Not much to say here honestly. The Dolphins had a bye week last week so they couldn't lose to anyone. However, they still remain in last because I still believe they are the worst team in the NFL. This week they get the Washington Redskins for the TankContinue reading "Moorhead’s NFL Power Rankings – Week 6"
Patty Returns to the Tank
Are you f*cking kidding me? The San Jose Sharks just signed Patrick Marleau to a one year deal. He will most likely play with Jumbo Joe Throton. If this doesn't propel the Sharks into the Stanley Cup Finals then I just don’t believe in the hockey gods anymore. The boy has come home in theContinue reading "Patty Returns to the Tank"