I don't know what this is about. I don't need to know what this is about. I don't want to know what this is about. Frankly, I don't really care to know what this is about.
I'm just going to sit here and laugh at the notion that someone "wants to be 'here' in Cleveland." I guess what he's really saying is, "I want to be here in HELL." You go, Braylon Edwards. You may be the only friggin' one, man.
Braylon is good right where he is, and these links are too. Read 'em up...
Chinamen love the Steelers...excuse me, Asian-Americans, dude (not really though, they are actually Chinese...anyways) [PSaMP]
Just how good is the Steelers Defense? [The Fifth Down]
Obsessed with the Pens? Who isn't? [Deadspin]
I don't think there is a better blog out there than Carbolic Smoke Ball. Those assholes make me laugh on a daily basis. This is a solid Xmas post [Carbolic Smoke Ball]
Dude, my office has uncloggable toilets too! [Sean's Ramblings]
I can't be sure, but I think Vern's balls are chapped today [You Lay On The Ice Like A Broad!]
So I guess the Chiefs are the flavor of the week for pursuing Cowher, then? [KC Star via Trib]
So now, instead of suing the defenseless (but piratey) consumers, the RIAA plans to send messages to such (piratey) consumers' ISPs, and have them send threatening messages to such (piratey) consumers tellin' them to cease and cut their shit out immediately or face some consequences. /Fixed!...not... [WSJ Law Blog]
December 19, 2008
AFC North Headline Of The Day...
September 12, 2008
Speaking of Clowns...
"I know Coach [Romeo] Crennel. They won't blink because they're professionals. They're good at what they do so based on what happened to them, it will be a winning edge for them...They will come ready to play. We expect that on Sunday night."Clowns, Frowns, Gowns, perhaps you've heard that these jokers are the fad pick to win the AFC North this season. Nay, the AFC as a whole. They're destined for a Super Bowl, or so you might think if you asked many pundits and/or Browns fans this preseason.
- Mike Tomlin
But we know better.
I've pussyfooted around this all week for no particular reason. But lest I not remind you - it's Browns week! We are but a mere 56 hours from another exciting matchup with the recently-lauded Browns and their "new look Defense," starring Shaun Rogers and Corey Williams. Not to mention their "high-powered" Offense, fueled by Derek Anderson, Braylon Edwards, Donte Stallworth, Kellen Winslow Jr., Jamal Lewis, and undoubtedly crystal meth. Yeah, "high-powered." Right....
Anyways, all kidding aside, this should be a great game. The Browns seem like, at least on paper, a more worthy adversary than they have been for the last, oh, 10 years or so. They are apparently still riding high off of last years success (read: a winning record) and feel poised to supplant our Steelers as the division's most formidable foe.
Throwing caution to the wind, they traded away a sizable chunk of their valuable draft picks, not to mention the second Cornerback on their depth chart to get pass rushers Shaun Rogers and Corey Williams. And they gave Donte Stallworth a rather hefty payday, hoping that he'd add a threat to the already fruitful passing game. So this "rivalry" has even more renewed interest than last year.
If you can't get psyched for this game, you're clearly not a Steelers fan.
Now, let's briefly discuss a few things to watch on Sunday, namely...
1. Shaun Rogers vs. Justin Hartwig
Much noise has been made about Shaun Rogers' arrival as savior of the Browns D line. Personally, I don't see it. I mean, you gave up a draft pick (3rd round I believe) and Leigh Bodden to get a guy who's had question marks basically since he stepped on NFL turf? But whatever. All I have to say is, the Cowboys rushed for 162 yards last week, each of their THREE running backs averaging at least 5 yards per carry. Some savior, huh? Do they think Willie Parker, Rashard Mendenhall and Mewelde Moore will be any easier? Dumb question, of course they do, they're Browns fans...irrationality knows no bounds in Cleveland.
2. Ike Taylor vs. Braylon Edwards
Donte Stallworth or no, Braylon Edwards is still the biggest weapon on the Browns Offense. The good news is, last week the Cowboys limited him to just 2 catches for 14 yards. The bad news is, that was last week. Certainly not enough reason for me to believe it will happen again this week. So Face Me Ike is gonna have to be on his Face Me Game. Is he up to the task? Well last week he did a pretty good job on Andre Johnson. So that's promising. But let's be honest, if the D line and Linebackers play like they did last week, we won't even need to worry about Stone Hands Ike.
3. The Steelers vs. Cleveland's Enthusiasm
Make no mistake, this is going to be a high energy game. The Browns haven't beaten the Steelers since 2003. And with all the hype surrounding their squad this year, Browns fans will likely be as unruly as ever. Plus, the Browns themselves recognize that we are the team they need to beat in order to be part of the conversation on league dominance. But we cannot let this unbridled enthusiasm get us so riled up that we start playing undisciplined. Keep focus. Sack Derek Anderson 10 times, put up approximately 102 points, and burn that stadium to the ground. Done.
So of course I'm going to be going out of my mind from the time I wake up until the 8 PM kickoff. And in my heart of homer hearts, I think they'll crush the Clowns. But at the same time, I recognize that this will not necessarily be a walk in the park. All I can say is, we had better beat them on Sunday or we'll never hear the god damned end of it. Am I wrong?
I ask you all - What/who will you be watching? Predictions on the score? And is Kellen Winslow as soft as Joey Porter always said he was? (see below)...
Oh, and for you weekend warriors, TSW has a tasty treat for you this weekend - Chicken Yakitori, Sparkling Sake, and Flat Earth Chips. So check it out and try something new.
Also, for the record, Steely McGnome has spoken and he has predicted a Steelers victory, 34-13. So we've got that going for us...which is nice.
And finally, keep your eyes peeled for Tecmo and Cotter's Pre-Game Show Extravaganza, which should be up sometime on Sunday morning...as well as Tobiathan's Liveblog Extravaganza - come and discuss the game as it's happening while OFTOT friend, Tobiathan liveblogs every drive.
December 12, 2007
Why Does this Not Surprise Me...
Breaking News:
In an oh-so-shocking personnel move, the Cleveland Browns have once again pillaged the pool of Steelers cast aways. First it was Ricardo Colclough. Now it's Marvin Philip.
Maybe we should waive Steely McBeam. I wouldn't mind seeing him in a Browns uniform...
PS - Props to anyone who photoshops a Browns jersey on a picture of Steely and sends it to me. I'm sans-photoshop at the moment.
PPS - My Mom emailed me today to tell me she loves me...which means she still hasn't seen this.
October 31, 2007
Proof Positive That God Has A Sense Of Humor...
Ladies and gentleman, Ricardo Colclough has been claimed....by none other than...are you ready?...Wait for it...the CLEVELAND BROWNS!
Guess the Browns are looking to return to the days of yore...er 1991-1995/1999-2006...when they blew goats pretty consistently. Well they still blow goats, but at least this season they've done it rather less successfully in 4 out of 7 games. Isn't that the highest win total they've had in like 4 years? Somebody look that up...
ADDENDUM to original post - even Cleveland has now shit on Ricardo Colclough. The headline from today's Akron Beacon Jounral - "Steelers Reject Picked Up." Maybe they should've just gone ahead and said it - "Browns Feast On Steelers Sloppy Seconds."
Colclough Claimed [ClevelandBrowns.com]
Steelers Reject Picked Up [Ohio.com]
July 26, 2007
June 1, 2007
Daily Dose of Linkage...
Friday, June 1, 2007 edition.
Check 'em out home slice!
- Who Wants to be The Steelers Mascot? Disclaimer - Individual must be:
- Courteous and professional demeanor
- Outgoing
- Adventurous
- Physically and mentally adept
- Adaptable to various environments
- The hot news in Cleveland on May 8...no further commentary necessary.
- He may not wear a helmet, but Ben knows "Click it or Ticket" man...somebody get this man a PSA deal, quick!
- Proof positive that there really is a blog out there for every audience
- Joey Porter, aka Somebody Else's $32 Million Problem
- Mike Shanahan's Jedi Mind Trick - These Are Not The Droids You Are Looking For...
May 24, 2007
Is This A Steelers Blog Or A Browns Blog?...
Actually, there's no question there, but I do find myself very often writing about the Browns...course, I don't know if I'd call it "writing" so much as dumping on them for being, well, the Browns. Today's no different.
So Charlie Frye says he'll be Cleveland's starter come September. Not that it matters, because whatever QB they put on the field September 9th is bound to get beaten every way imaginable, but it's interesting that no one is refuting his statements. By the powers of inference, I can only take this to assume that the Browns are actually doing the smart thing and letting Brady Quinn spend some time on the bench watching the game, developing at a more natural pace. Either way, both QBs apparently looked pretty rough in these initial practices, throwing picks-a-plenty and generally looking shaky. Nothing new here...
Man it's tough to find stuff to comment on in the off season...anyone got any pressing news they wanna contribute? (Or is it foolish to assume anyone besides me will read this?)
May 21, 2007
Monday Morning Honesty...
Because, as Mean Rob astutely points out, it's never too early to hate on the Browns, here's a great joke Domski sent me over the weekend. I think it will bring a smile to most Steelers fans (and Pittsburghers in general) faces.
Without further ado ~
Two boys are playing hockey on a pond in Bethel Park when one is suddenly attacked by a rabid rottweiler. Thinking quickly, the other boy takes his stick and shoves it under the dogs collar, twists it breaking the dog's neck and saving his friend.
A reporter who was strolling by sees the incident. "Penguins Fan Saves Friend From Vicious Animal," he starts writing in his notebook.
"But I'm not a Penguins fan," the little hero replied.
"Sorry, since we are in Pittsburgh I just assumed you were," said the reporter and he starts writing again. "Steeler Fan Rescues Friend From Horrific Attack."
"I'm not a Steelers fan either," the boy said.
"Oh, I assumed everyone in Pittsburgh was either for the Penguins or the Steelers. What team do you root for?" the reporter asked.
"I'm a Browns fan," the child said.
The reporter starts a new sheet in his notebook and writes, "Little Bastard From Ohio Kills Beloved Family Pet."
