The 10 Greatest March Madness Upsets of All Time

During the March Madness Tournament, there is always at least one underdog that overcomes seemingly insurmountable odds to beat the odds on favorite. Talented underdogs give us a reason to root against the favorite; they make things interesting. They are the David that slays Goliath, the long shot that pays off, the proof that any team can win on any given day if they bust their behinds more than the other team. The following are some of the best and most surprising upsets in NCAA Championship Tournament history.

10. #15 Richmond vs. #2 Syracuse, 1991: the Spiders from Richmond shocked the college basketball world by becoming the first #15 seed to knock off a #2 in the first round winning 73-69.

9. #15 Hampton vs. #2 Iowa State, 2001: The Hampton Pirates had their hands full with future NBA first round draft picks Marcus Fizer and Jamal Tinsley. However, it was Tarvis Williams of the Pirates knocking down a shot to pull out a 58-57 win.

8. #15 Coppin State vs. #2 South Carolina, 1997: South Carolina was expected to kill the lowly Eagles by 30 points, but instead managed to pull out a 78-65 victory for the school’s first March Madness win in school history.

7. #13 Valparaiso vs #3 Mississippi, 1998: A son was able to give his Dad a heck of a present in this 1998 opening round matchup. Bryce Drew, son of Valparaiso head coach Homer Drew, sunk a three-point bucket as time expired to give the Crusaders a 70-69 win, their first NCAA tournament win in school history.

6. #13 Princeton vs. #3 UCLA, 1996: The defending champion Bruins should have had an easy time with the nerds from Princeton. However, the Tigers ended UCLA’s chance at repeating with a last second lay-up to win, 43-41.

5. #14 Austin Peay vs. #3 Illinois, 1987: Dick Vitale was so sure that the Fighing Illini would have no trouble with the Governors from Austin Peay that he said he would stand on his head if Illinois lost. Well, those scrappy politicians thought that might be funny and upset the heavily favored Illinois squad, 68-67. Vitale failed to stay true to his word.

4. #8 Villanova vs. #1 Georgetown, 1985: The Hoya squad had future NBA ballers like Patrick Ewing and Reggie Williams playing alongside David Wingate. Villanova did not let that, or the fact that they were new affect them and they pulled out a 66-64 win over Georgetown.

3. #2 Duke vs #1 UNLV, 1991: UNLV should have been able to run away with this game. With four returning starters from the previous year’s championship squad, the team was stacked for another run. They also had not lost a game in the last 45, including a 30 point dismantling of Duke in the previous year’s title match up.

2. #11 George Mason vs. #1 UConn, 2006: With a two point in over time, 86-84,George Mason became only the second #11 to make it to the Final Four. This game had to have messed up a number of people’s brackets that year.

1. Texas Western vs. Kentucky, 1966: This infamous game was the basis for the movie Glory Road. Known for all the off-court drama, this game proved that nothing matters until both teams step onto the hardwood. It just so happened to be one heck of a game, too, with the team from Texas winning 72-65.

5 Sleeper Picks That Will Be “Mad” Come March [COLLEGE BASKETBALL]

One of the great things about college basketball is with so many teams there is bound to be someone that comes up and outperforms expectations every year. Maybe it’s a powerhouse that was down on its luck last year. Maybe it’s a team that was too green to finish the big games. Maybe it’s a team that needed one or two more pieces before they can be called a respectable contender.

Like every other pundit, I feel it is my solemn duty to put my two cents out there and proclaim who I think may surprise people by season’s end.

San Diego State Aztecs

The Aztecs have been one of those teams the last few years. They needed some work done, have quietly been doing it, and have been slowly but surely turning themselves into a respectable team. Whenever the starting five returns for a quality team they should automatically be thrust into the upper echelon of teams. San Diego State may not be there to start the season, but they’ll get there by time it is done.

Old Dominion Monarchs

Experience is huge on the basketball court and that is exactly what the Old Dominion Monarchs are. Most teams lose something year in and year out, but these guys are better. After dropping the first game of the season they rattled off five straight wins before losing another to Delaware. If these guys can continue to gel they will be a force to be reckoned with not only in the Colonial Athletic Association, but in the March Madness Tournament as well.

Texas Longhorns

At one time last season they were the No 1 team in the nation. Then they appeared to flop after that and stunk up the court until finally eliminated in the first round. A year older, more experienced, and hopefully a little wiser and these guys stand to make it a lot further than the first round this year. With talented veterans like Jordan Hamilton and Gary Johnson being assisted by newcomers like Cory Joseph and Tristan Thompson the Longhorns will not have a late season swoon this season.

Rhode Island Rams

These guys were not quite good enough last season, missing the Madness by a couple of wins. After taking North Carolina to the edge in the NIT semis they have their sights set on something just a bit higher. Delroy James will be looking to audition for the NBA this year and could be the player to watch this season. With Akeem Richmond and the rest of the team helping him out, the Rams could bust a lot of brackets this season.

Maryland Terrapins

Some may consider Maryland a surprise inclusion in this list considering what they lost last season, but that is exactly what makes them a sleeper. If their two rising stars, Junior Sean Mosley and Sophomore Jordan Williams play up to or exceed expectations they may have Terrapin fans saying ‘Greivis Vasquez who?’ and hello to some late round Madness action.

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New England Patriots Cheerleaders Photo Gallery

When your team is good you tend to attract good things to you. More fans want to come watch the games (good), merchandise sales go up (good), and hotter chicks want to be your cheerleaders (need I say it?). The New England Patriots have been excellent on the field for so long that folks are probably not aware that their cheerleaders are among the hottest in the NFL. Consider this gallery a pubic service (your welcome).

Where Will Vince Young Play Next Season? [NFL RUMORS]

If there were anyone with a more tense relationship with his coach and the fan base as Vince Young I would be surprised. Sure, Donovan McNabb’s tumultuous tenure in Philly was bad, but he and Andy Reid were close. Vince, on the other hand, just can’t seem to handle the pressures involved with playing at the NFL level. While McNabb’s at least lead a couple teams to championship games and a Super Bowl, Vince only has 1 Pro Bowl year under his belt and has zero playoff experience.

Plenty of other players have thrived after a change of scenery, so all hope’s not lost for VY. Here are the five best teams Vince Young’s agent should be calling.

1.) Cincinnati Bengals

Carson Palmer had one of his worst years and could be entering the twilight of his career, at least with the Bengals. Playing with the egos of Chad Johnson (I refuse to call the man ‘Ochocinco’) and Terrell Owens would either kill VY or make him. Those two will demand so much from him that he will have no choice but to perform or call Ricky Williams and ask for his travel agent. Cincinnati is no stranger to reclamation projects (Cedric Benson, Chris Henry, and Pacman Jones).

2.) Jacksonville Jaguars

It’s hard to tell if David Garrard is going to stick. At times he looks great, other times you wonder why he’s a pro. The Jaguars could use a little excitement and Maurice Jones-Drew could use a little help. They need to do something to get fans in the stands paying attention to the game and not their incredibly hot cheerleaders.

3.) Minnesota Vikings

Brett is done and Tavaris Jackson is not a pro level quarterback. Joe Webb (go ahead and say who; I did before writing this) looked promising against the Eagles, but is still a major question mark. With Sidney Rice and Percy Harvin hopefully healthy after missing most of this season the Vikings need someone talented enough to get the ball to these guys.

4.) Carolina Panthers

Give Steve Smith a decent quarterback and the Panthers will have one of the better passing games in the NFL. With teams not able to stack against the run DeAngelo Williams and Jonathon Stewart might actually be able to find some holes. Is Jimmy Clausen the answer? Maybe he could rotate in with VY?

5.) Arizona Cardinals

With Kurt Warner the Cardinals were Super Bowl contenders and a joy to watch with Larry Fitzgerald the best fantasy football wide receiver in the game. Without Kurt Warner a Cardinals game is the equivalent of being forced to watch a Sex and the City marathon (perish the thought). Larry Fitzgerald deserves to smile again. Bring Vince to Arizona so he can show Matt Leinart how a QB wins…again.

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College Football Coaches Ready To Take The Next Step To The NFL

College Football Coaches Ready To Take The Next Step To The NFL

With the San Francisco 49ers hiring Stanford coach Jim Harbaugh, it’s time to take a look at other college coaches who should make the jump to the NFL. Speculation is running rampant. Some coaches may find they need a bigger challenge after winning a title while others the lure of big money is enough. Pete Carroll flubbed it the first time, but is not doing half bad this go-around, leading the Seahawks to a division title despite a losing record. Steve Spurrier and Nick Saban stunk it up, but seem to be doing okay in the college ranks. With success at the NFL level more difficult to come by thanks to free agency, it is almost a wonder that successful college coaches ever want to leave their schools. Here are my top picks for college coaches ready to take the leap…

Urban Meyer

The man has rocked on the college level and kicked some serious butt in the process. He’s won it all already so there really is nothing more for him to do then to just do it again. When he made the move from Utah to Florida he showed that he is interested in moving up, so what’s to stop him from taking the boatload of cash someone will offer next year (say in the Mile High City where a friend of his happens to play).

Butch Davis

He has been there before, done okay, and gotten his pride handed to him as well. Two things make him a pretty intriguing prospect. He does know how to win at both levels. Davis was apart of the Dallas Cowboys staff for a pair of Super Bowls and he has been pretty successful wherever he has been in college. Secondly, he has managed to make a basketball school excited about football. When you are in an environment that could care less about success and you succeed anyway you must be pretty good at what you are doing.

Jim Tressel

He could very well do like Bobby Bowden did and Frank Beamer and Joe Paterno are doing and make a great career for himself right where he is. If he ever got bored with it though and wanted a different challenge there would be a number of suitors ready to knock down his door with a wheelbarrow of money.

Bob Stoops

He too could probably stay at Oklahoma for life if he wanted to. The man has down a phenomenal job making himself a virtual legend before he even turned 50. There are not many that can say they have won four of every five games like he has. That kind of success makes NFL owners salivate. All they have to do is find his asking price.

Kirk Ferentz

His success has been a little quieter since the Iowa Hawkeyes don’t tend to grasp the national spotlight all too often. In Iowa he has built a solid program that he can be proud of. With that success as a head coach and his NFL experience as an offensive line coach he becomes an intriguing prospect. The problem for him may be that his success was too quiet and he will not command a big enough price tag to pull him away from the safety of Iowa.

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College Football’s Most WTF Bowl Game Names

If you’re like me you probably sit back at least once during the bowl season and think where in the hell do these guys come up with some of the names for these games? Some are ridiculous, others silly, while many are just plain stupid. While the sponsors pay big money to have the bowl named after (or presented by) them in an effort to increase awareness and recall for their product or service, more times than not it leaves a very bad taste in the consumers’ mouth (we’re looking at you Papa John’s!). That being said, there’ve been some crazy names through the years that deserve recognition for their excellence or lack thereof:

Past Bowl Games:

The Bacardi Bowl

This is one that I would have loved to go to every year. It was a nod to the lovely rum that the Cubans make and was hosted in-you guessed it- Havana, Cuba. It started back in 1907 and ended in 1946. Stupid embargo.

The Glass Bowl

Toledo hosted this game back in the late 1940s for four years. I guess the area was known for glass making back then, but not the cool, colorful stuff you see in church windows, but for cars. Come on, you guys got nothing better than that in Ohio?

The Refrigerator Bowl

This game started in 1949 and played its last game in 1956 in Evansville, IN, which apparently use to be the refrigerator capital of the world. Don’t know that I would be bragging about that one.

The Salad Bowl

Yes, this one actually existed at one time (back in 1948 to ’52). Someone did actually think it was a good idea.

The Mirage Bowl

Is it really there? Or am I just imagining a football game being played in Japan (from 1976-93)?

The Vulcan Bowl

Surprisingly this was not a lame attempt to entice nerds into watching a football game, but was actually a game between traditionally black colleges.

The Gotham Bowl

How cool would that be now to have guys on the field with their faces painted like the Joker? Sadly, this one only lasted a couple seasons in the early 60s.

The Haka Bowl

If you have never seen the Haka performed, check out the New Zealand rugby team doing it; intimidating stuff. However, the concept of hosting a bowl game in New Zealand was anything, but intimidating; just plain silly.

The Cosmopolitan Bowl

This one was only played once in 1951. Since there is little written about it I’m going to assume it was because too many fans could not drive home after drinking too many girly martinis.

Current Bowls That Need New Names:

The uDrone Humanitarian Bowl

Do you really want to support a game that encourages truckers to do their paperwork via a cell phone application while they are driving? Is that really being humane?

The Gaylord Hotels Music City Bowl

This just sounds stupid. If it was in South Beach or maybe San Francisco it would be fine but in Nashville I would expect something more like the ‘Grand Ole’ Opry Music City Bowl’ or the ‘CMT Music City Bowl.’

The Galleryfurniture.com Bowl

This was great advertising for people in Houston where the store and game was played, but otherwise no one cared or knew what Gallery Furniture was. Thankfully it only lasted a couple games from 2000-2001.

The Pinstripe Bowl

There is something that just is not fundamentally right about a football game being hosted and promoted by a baseball stadium (and New Era).

The Poulan Weed-Eater Independence Bowl

I just chuckle every time I hear this name.

The Outback Steakhouse Gator Bowl

Eat steaks. Not gators.

The Kraft Fight Hunger Bowl

What are these guys trying to promote? Their food or the concept of donating food? One of their old names is even better– Diamond Walnut San Francisco Bowl. Oh yeah. Love it.

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The 7 Greatest American Spy Films Of All-Time

The Angelina Jolie American spy film “Salt” comes out on DVD and Blu-ray tomorrow (Tuesday, 12/21) so we thought we’d count down the 7 greatest American spy films of all-time. We love spies, plain and simple. They’re cool, suave, slick, and they always get the girl. They have the best gadgets in the world, they drive the coolest cars, they know how to do all the things that we want to do but can’t. Thankfully, Hollywood has given us plenty of great spy flicks throughout the years, so we can live vicariously. Here’s the 7 best featuring red blooded patriots…

7.) Spy Game (2001)

Any movie with two titans of Hollywood in it is going to be a good one. Starring Robert Redford as the veteran handler and Brad Pitt as his idealistic young protégé. What makes this movie a top pick is that it depicts the seedy side of the spy game without making us hate what these guys are doing.

6.) The Falcon and the Snowman (1985)

There is nothing like some realism to make a movie stand out. Sean Penn before he got weird and over involved with political issues starred with Timothy Hutton in this tale of two friends that decide that America is not worth fighting for and decide to sell out to the Russians. The movie is a different look into the spy world and what gets one involved with it. The fact that it was based on a true story makes it just a little scary.

5.) The Bourne Identity (2002)

It’s hard to come up with something different and new these days in Hollywood, especially in the spy genre. With the Bourne Identity they did just that. Matt Damon seemed like an interesting choice for an action role, but one you see the movie you can’t picture anyone else doing it. Bourne takes the typical spy (who still gets the girl, of course) and takes him from suave and cool to brooding and moody. Then again, if you woke up one day, had your memory wiped clean, lots of people were trying to kill you, and you knew how to kick ass in a variety of ways you might be moody too.

4.) No Way Out (1987)

This one will always be one of my favorites even though Kevin Costner starred in it. You have political intrigue, sex, conspiracies, and murder all rolled into one. I was on the edge of my seat the whole way the first time watching it and was absolutely floored to find out that Costner really was the mythical Russian spy that Gene Hackman wanted to blame for killing his dead mistress (whom he killed). Since it was made prior to the downfall of the Soviet Union the whole concept of a sleeper agent like Costner’s character was a great twist.

3.) Spies Like Us (1985)

While spies can be incredibly cool they can also be incredibly hilarious. Watch this Dan Akroyd/ Chevy Chase classic and you will find yourself quoting lines for weeks. Instead of being Sean Connery type spies these guys were like what most of us would be if we (by some freak twist of fate) actually became spies. Plus, you have to love that they had their priorities in line when they thought the world was going to end (in case you have not seen it: imminent death and hot Russian babes; you figure out the rest).

2.) Three Days of the Condor (1975)

Sydney Pollack’s 1975 political thriller was adapted from the James Grady novel Six Days of the Condor. Robert Redford plays a CIA researcher who returns from lunch to find the entire staff of his small New York office assassinated. When he meets his boss at another location to tell him what happened, someone tries to shoot him.

1.) The Manchurian Candidate (1962)

Some folks may not know but ole Blue Eyes did some acting as well as singing. In this 1962 classic later remade with Denzel Washington in the lead role, the bad guys use soldiers as weapons, brainwashing them and turning them into killers on command with the target a presidential candidate. It was almost not released by United Artists back then for fear that it may give people ideas. Studio execs must have been wondering a year later when the President was shot.

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Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders Gallery

The Chiefs have not been that good lately. Heck, prior to this season they were pretty much laughed at; they couldn’t win a game (unless they played someone worse than them), they made what appeared to be an incredibly expensive deal with the devil (yes, Bill Belichick, I’m talking about you), and the only thing more dull than one of their games was a Raiders game. However, they did have one thing going for them–their cheerleaders.

Top 10 Future College Football Bad-Asses

If you excel in high school football, there’s no guarantee you’ll be any good in college. You’d be surprised how many walk ons outperform recruits. The same holds true for stellar college players making the transition to the NFL. Take a look at the past 20 years of Heisman winners. Then again, a handful of current NFL players didn’t play a single snap in high school. It seems to be a guessing game on par with the stock market when it comes to which blue chippers in high school will run the show at the next level and beyond, but COED’s placing its bets on these 10 prospects.

10.) Steve Edmond, LB, Texas

This young player has one statistic that has to make defensive coordinators salivate—54 tackles for a loss over the last two seasons. To do that he must not only have an incredible nose for the ball, but also be a tremendous athlete to be able to blow the play up in the hole or chase someone down in the backfield. At 6’3″ and 225 pounds he has the frame to be a great player at the next level, With Texas not being so good this season, it would not be surprising to see him get a chance next season.

9.) Bubba Starling, QB, Nebraska

You look at this kid and you think future great college quarterback and possible future professional one. At 6’5″ and a shade under 200 pounds it will take a huge offensive line to make it hard for him to see down field. He has decent speed and a pretty good head on his shoulders (3.4 GPA). Oh, and if you’re wondering if he can play check out his last performance in the Kansas state semi-finals: 31 carries, for 396 yards and five TD. If Taylor Martinez does quit I think Nebraska will be in good hands.

8.) Malcolm Brown, RB, Texas

The Longhorns need some offensive help and will be able to get it in a home grown product from Cibolo, Texas, Malcolm Brown. There hasn’t been a running game in Austin since Cedric Benson was there, and that is exactly who this guy reminds people of.

At 6’0″ and 220 pounds he has the size to bang out the tough yards. His size and smarts (3.4 GPA) will make up for what he lacks in the speed department.

7.) Cyrus Kouandjio, OL

The man has not committed to anyone yet, but at 6’7″ and 322 pounds I think it is safe to say he will be a huge benefit to wherever he goes (no puns intended there, honest).

He must be something else since he has about 40 scholarship offers to choose from.

6.) Trey Metoyer, WR, Oklahoma

He’s fast (4.42 40 speed), tall (6’2″), can jump (38 vertical), and he’s not small (200 pounds). He has all the intangibles that make a good receiver and has been one of the best in the state of Texas. When he goes over to Oklahoma and starts playing with an experienced, quality quarterback like Landry Jones Mack Brown and the rest of the college coaches in the state of Texas will be sorry they let him escape.

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5.) Demetrius Hart, RB, Michigan

Assuming Rich Rodriguez still has a job next year this young running back has the ability to save it for another. Hart a smaller, compact back with impressive speed, excellent vision, and the patience to allow things the time to open up. Analysts compare him to Ray Rice; if that is not a solid endorsement than someone will need to tell me what one is. Pair him up with Denard Robinson next season and the Wolverines could become a force to be reckoned with.

4.) Christian Westerman, OL, Texas

It’s not sexy to pick offensive linemen in list like these, but without guys like Westerman paving the way it does not matter who you have in the backfield. One of the reasons the Longhorns sucked in ’10 was the lack of blocking up front.

At 6’5″ and 288 pounds he may be a little lean, but with his agility and strength he will not just shove one person around next year; he’ll knock one guy down and then go after another.

3.) Jadeveon Clowney, DE

With guys like Dwight Freeney creating havoc in the NFL it only makes sense that the college ranks try to feature them too. Clowney has the physical ability and talent to make an impact wherever he goes. At 6’6″ he will always have the ball carrier in his sights. At 250 pounds and with a 4.6 40-yard dash he has the size and strength to run circles around and through anyone. Expect to see this young player sacking quarterbacks on Saturday next fall.

2.) Curtis Grant, LB

There can not be a bigger compliment to a linebacker than to be described as similar to a compared to Ray Lewis. At 6’3″ and 222 pounds you can’t ask for much more out of your linebacker. He’s not so big he can’t get out in pass coverage, but than he has the size to step in and stop the run. With 4.5 speed he’ll be able to handle pass coverage, and with his strength he’ll be a force against the run inside. In years to come people could end up comparing young players to him.

1.) Tony Steward, LB

If a player’s only knock is that he is sometimes too aggressive than he must be something special. That aggression at the linebacker spot is key in stopping the run, but can be hazardous to pass coverage. At 6’2″ and 225 pounds he has the size to bang heads with the best, the athleticism to cover in pass coverage, and the strength to win every hit he comes into. This guy has the ability to make a difference the second he steps on campus (wherever that may be).

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Casting The All Female A-Team [The T&A Team?]

The A-Team releases on DVD and Blu-ray today. Unfortunately, it underwhelmed at the box office and failed to meet expectations for most fans. It’s another example of a Hollywood remake of a classic TV show that gets everyone super amped only to be disappointed with the end result. Why? Because for some odd reason studios seem to think they have to give the old formula a new twist. Too often it just doesn’t work. However, there’s one twist that would most definitely rock: AN ALL-FEMALE A-TEAM!

Guys would love it because it’s hot chicks with guns. Women would love it because it’s empowering (at least, that’s we’re going with). So, with that in mind, we’d like to propose a cast for the all-female A-Team.

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Hannibal

Demi Moore would be perfect for the role. She’s played sexy in Striptease, she’s played tough in G.I. Jane, and she’s charming as all hell. You want someone that can pull off the air of experience, intelligence, confidence, and calm; this 48-year old actress has all that and more.

RUNNERS UP:

Geena Davis, Michelle Pfeiffer, Rene Russo, Julianne Moore

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Face

This is a role meant for Charlize Theron to play. The woman is simply stunning. What guy (or girl for that matter) could resist whatever she’s trying to feed them. Not to mention the variety of looks she’s been able to successfully achieve throughout her career. From North Country to Monster to Aeon Flux to 2 Days in the Valley to her stint on

RUNNERS UP:

Elizabeth Banks, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, Kate Winslet

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Murdock

This was as close as they come. Silverman’s definitely off the charts when it comes to making crazy statements and generally acting looney tunes, but Anne Hathaway and Natalie Portman both have talent to pull off nuts as well.

RUNNERS UP:

Anne Hathaway, Natalie Portman, Anna Faris, Cameron Diaz

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B.A. Baracus

If Rampage Jackson can make the transition from the world of MMA to acting, so can professional boxer Laila Ali, famed daughter of legend Muhammad Ali.

RUNNERS UP:

Michelle Rodriguez, Rosario Dawson, Serena Williams, Pink

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What Your Favorite Drinking Game Says About You [VIDEO]

There are all sorts of personality tests out there that claim to say something about who we are as individuals. The ironic part is your individuality is reduced to a group. Some read WAY too deeply into your choices like toothpaste or socks. Most are crap, but we read them anyway in the hopes we’ll achieve a better understanding of ourselves. With that in mind, we have devised a personality test you’ll actually appreciate.

Flip Cup

You like to be social. Since this game typically requires a number of people to play you have to know a good number of folks. That means you must be detail oriented since it takes someone capable of organizing the game for it to happen. You’re less brash and abrasive than the Beer Pong playing partygoers and you’re more inclusive. There’s no list separating you from the masses and you invite EVERYONE to play. The more the merrier! Flip cup’s more female friendly as well.

Beer Pong or Beirut

You’re super competitive and somewhat exclusive. You’re also by the book, superstitious and very regimented. You have your pre-shot routine, your post-shot celebration down pat, and anyone who f***s with your mojo is on your sh*t list. Most likely, you take the game seriously and play with an intensity that would make Jon Papelbon, Ray Lewis, and John McEnroe blush. You’re also cocky enough to suggest Strip Beer Pong, which the lovely ladies of Rick’s Cabaret demonstrate in this video:

Quarters

You’re most likely passive aggressive, hipster-ish, and probably like to listen to Credence Clear Water Revival or Conway Twitty; essentially you’re an old school traditionalist. The game can get hectic but it’s mostly an intimate setting with a close group of friends. You’re set in your ways and like the group you’re with. Not actively looking for new recruits. That being said you probably also like to know her name first, believe there should be talking before sex, and the guy should always pay. Sucker. You probably even think the use of boobage during a game in the video below is sexist or offensive! For a laid back, you’re pretty uptight!

Kings aka Ring of Fire aka Circle of Death

You want to get stupid by being smart and creative. You appreciate a good challenge. You like rules and thinking, but want people to believe you can party and get crazy with the best of them. Problem is, unless you’re a natural born leader who’s popular and can command respect, you won’t have too many folks to play with since everyone thinks you’re an overbearing know-it-all. Better have some kick ass rules at your disposal.

*sshole

This one’s easy, you’re into S&M – you either like to punish or to be punished. There’s no mercy. You’re an a-hole or you wish you could be more like the a-hole. Ever notice how the true *ssholes are usually always become President?

Edward 40 Hands

You’re curious and inquisitive; most likely into experimenting. You also like pushing your body to the limit. You live dangerously and you absolutely no shame. Most likely super confident / cocky.

Power Hour aka Century Club

You and the Kings ringmaster might butt heads. However, unlike the King of Kings, you’re not creative. You’re simple and to the point. You don’t want to think. You just want to slowly get your drink on and listen to music. No more, no less. Your skills are somewhat limited.

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Saving The Best for Last: Army/Navy [COLLEGE FOOTBALL]

This weekend there’s only one FBS game on the schedule and it kicks off at 2:30 pm EST at Lincoln Financial Field. I’m talking about the 111^th edition of the Army/ Navy game, one of the oldest rivalries in the nation. Navy has been on a winning streak of late with eight wins in a row to take a 54-49-7 series lead.

Any true college football fan will tell you the NCAA is saving the best for last with this contest scheduled as the final game of the regular season. That may seem a little funny since the Black Knights of Army are 6-5 and the Midshipmen of Navy are 8-3. In fact, for many years the teams did battle to see who would get their sole victory of the season.

Student life at one of these federal service academies is far from the ordinary college experience. Sleeping in isn’t an option and neither is skipping class (both result in demerits). Failure to dress appropriately means more demerits. Most “free time” is spent on uniforms and room maintenance for inspection (or risk more demerits).

Too many demerits and you’re placed on restriction meaning no parties nor booze on weekends.

So while most college kids are just getting home from a night of debauchery at 6:15 in the morning, cadets at Army and Navy are just waking up. They give up the opportunity to enjoy the normal college experience many of us enjoy. The sacrifice doesn’t end there. When you graduate from a service academy you’re obligated to serve on active duty wherever you’re needed.

This game is “The Best” because it involves some of the best young adults in the nation and the best leaders of tomorrow. It’s “The Best” because it’s something active officers can watch and temporarily escape the ugly ravages of war. This game involves people on and off the field we should be thankful for because they do what no one else wants to—risk their lives to keep us safe.

Here are COED, we want to extend our gratitude to the men and women of the armed forces. Thank you for defending our freedom.

Now, on to the game.

This year sees both teams fielding quality squads. As luck would have it they’re both good at the same thing, too: running the football. Navy comes in with the 5^th best rushing attack in the nation while Army’s ranks 9^th.

The key to victory for each team is going to come in the passing game. If one team can generate some offense through the air they’ll most likely come out on top. Sorry Army, but I don’t think it will be your day. You guys are dead last in passing offense and give up sacks faster than White Castle. The Midshipmen aren’t much better.

In the end it will come down to experience. Navy’s senior class hasn’t lost to Army yet. Both defenses may suck, but Navy’s running game will make it nine in a row.

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On Turkey Day the best game involved players not getting paid millions (that we know of) to play. As expected, Texas A&M beat the Longhorns, but I have to admit that the game was much closer than I expected. The Austinites will be back in the hunt next season.

The Backyard Brawl was an absolute bore (West Virginia clobbered Pitt). Michigan and Ohio State was good for about a quarter before OSU took over. Urban Meyer lost for the first time to Florida State. Arizona actually looked competitive for a half against Oregon before the inevitable happened.

You have to be kicking yourself if you missed the Iron Bowl. Alabama looked ready for the upset of the season, but then Cam Newton showed why his Daddy tried to get $200,000 for him; Auburn won 28-27. The surprise of the night had to come when poor Kyle Brotzman missed not one, but two chip shots as Boise State lost in OT to Nevada 34-31.

On to this week…

Conference USA Championship

Central Florida vs. SMU

In the early games you can see some entertaining football in the Conference USA Championship game. UCF plays hosts to SMU. The Mustangs are coming off there second winning season in a row for the first time in over 20 years. I think Kyle Padron has the coolest name and is a heck of a QB; Mustangs will roll over UCF.

Civil War

Oregon vs. Oregon State

After that set your DVR for the Civil War, the game between the Oregon Ducks and the Oregon State Beavers. The Ducks once dominated this series; as much as I would like the Beavers to pull off the upset the Ducks will be bring home the coveted Platypus Trophy once again.

SEC Championship

Auburn vs. South Carolina

While that game is recording you want to watch the SEC Title game between Auburn and South Carolina. South Carolina has pulled an upset or two this season against powerful teams; then again, they have flopped too. The Gamecocks might put up a pretty good fight if they give their A+ game, but it will still look like a C- as far as Cam Newton is concerned. Auburn wins (of course).

ACC Championship

Florida State vs. Virginia Tech

Be sure and set your DVR for the ACC Championship game too. Jimbo Fisher has done a great job with the Seminoles and will look to finish off the first post-Bowden year in style. The Hokies went from being a national embarrassment losing to a FCS school to kicking some serious behind the last few weeks. Florida State has a cooler mascot; Seminoles handle the Hokies with ease.

Big 12 Championship

Nebraska vs. Oklahoma

The game of the day will come later in the evening in the Big XII Championship. Nebraska would like nothing more than to win the conference title their last year in the league. As far as anyone knows Taylor Martinez is still on the team and has not quit, but I don’t think the freshman will have what is needed to beat Landry Jones and the Sooners. He’ll keep it close, but in the end the Cornhuskers will just be the first losers in the conference.

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NFL Teams That Need New Names (POLL)

So what’s in a name? Well, for sports teams, everything. The name is the rally cry, the identity, the face of the franchise, and the word that strikes fear in the opponent. A good name leads to a cool mascot, which leads to a source of inspiration for players and fans alike. However, there are some team names that are laughable and/or synonymous with failure and/or humiliation. These are those teams…

Cleveland Browns

I am all for the history of the NFL and can appreciate the fans chose the name back in 1945 to honor the team’s first GM and coach, former Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Paul Brown. Since that time, the team’s been called The Clowns, The Frowns, and even The Downs (for those who are insensitive to certain syndromes). How about embracing the Dawgs, in reference to the Dawg Pound made popular in the early 80s?

Buffalo Bills

In essence, they’re the Buffalo Buffaloes. Makes one think about the 1 sentence in the English language that features the same 8 words and is considered grammatically correct. Almost as ridiculous as The New York New Yorkers or the Miami Floridians. Let’s face it, they’ve lost 4 Super Bowls as The Bills, changing the name might give the franchise and the city a fresh perspective. People look at the Bills and think “perennial losers”. Maybe it’s as simple as changing it to “Bisons” but then again you run into the redundancy issue and it’s already taken by the minor league baseball team there. One wouldn’t be so cruel to call them The Wings, but it would sure put you in a better state of mind. Who doesn’t love buffalo wings? Sucks Milwaukee took The Brewers, that could’ve been a good way to go. Would Barrel Jumpers, Barrel Bombers, or Daredevils be too corny?

Baltimore Ravens

To quote the raven, this team name should be never more. Thankfully, for the franchise, they drafted Ray Lewis and Ed Reed, which helped them become the most feared defenses ever and Super Bowl Champions. If not for them, they’d be the most emo squad in the league. I mean, Edgar Allen Poe? Really? With all that Baltimore has to offer, you’re going to pick a depressing poet? For the most part, Baltimore’s taken the new aesthetic in stride – those who aren’t Colts fans or who gave up after the Colts abandoned them. According to Wikipedia, team management started with a list of 17 names from an original list of more than 100. The list was then trimmed down to three: Marauders, Americans, and Ravens. Of course, you’re going with Ravens over those other 2, especially AMERICANS?!?! I love America but that’s a little presumptuous, no?

Arizona Cardinals

Ask anyone about the Cardinals and they’ll assume you’re talking about the baseball team in St. Louis first. We can’t imagine what is must’ve been like before 1988 when there were the St. Louis Cardinals (football) and the St. Louis Cardinals (baseball). “Meet you at the Cards game?” could end in hilarious results. Besides Cardinals seem like a decent name for a baseball team, but football? Doesn’t exactly strike fear into the opposition. Then again I’ve never seen Alfred Hitchcock’s “Birds” so I might be missing out. Now if they wanted to have a mascot that was more in line with where they are and representative of the Arizona I would like to suggest the Arizona Scorpions. I know those little buggers scare the daylights out of me; plus it kind of has a ring to it, don’t you think?

Seattle Seahawks

Sally sells seashells down by the seashore. Something about saying this name makes all the sailors come to the yard, know what I mean? You sound like a gay snake! Better off going with a name that utilizes the ‘T’ like Thunder or emphasizes the ridiculous amount of rain they get out there like Monsoon. The Seattle Monsoon? They’ll sweep you away!

Houston Texans

Remember the New York New Yorkers and Miami Floridians reference? The Baltimore Americans?! This is exactly what we’re talking about. Texas has a lot of pride but this is just self-absorbed and lazy. Everything’s bigger and better in Texas and Houston’s one of the biggest, having been in the list of top 5-10 fattest cities in America, but like the Washington Nationals or New York Metropolitans, it’s tough to put an image to the name. They chose what appears to be a bull, steer, or longhorn for their logo, why not roll with one of those? Bulls, no. Longhorns, no. Toros maybe? The Hustlers would be pretty sweet but I’m sure the NFL wants to avoid any affiliation with gambling or the adult magazine. The Drillers? Would probably offend Al Gore and the like. The other teams focus on the NASA angle – Rockets & Astros – would Commanders be too over the top? Somehow I don’t think Payload Specialists would fly… get it?

Washington Redskins

There’s been a ton of controversy over this namesake for quite some time despite polls in 2002 and 2004 that suggest the majority of Native Americans are okay with it. Hell, The Bullets had to change their name to Wizards. We’re far from PC here at COED, but there are so many more badass names out there that are way less offensive – the Revolutionaries, the Colonials, the Freedom Fighters come to mind but that’s a little too close to Patriots. You could get real political and go with the Warhawks. Warriors might seem generic but still awesome. Or you could get prehistoric on some people and go with Mastodons.

What do you think? Which team should change their name? Let us know in the poll below:

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