Sports betting used to be a real man’s leisure activity, where one would bet on the outcome of the game and nothing else. Nowadays, Super Bowl bets can be placed on anything, ranging from “How many types of food will John Madden mention during the game?” to “How Long Will It Take Jennifer Hudson to Sing The National Anthem?”

Personally, I think betting on anything other than who’s going to win is ridiculous; but if you need that money-fueled excitement – and the 7-point spread in favor of the Steelers doesn’t do it for you – take a look at these 30 utterly absurd Super Bowl XLIII prop bets. (more…)

In the wake of Osi Umenyiora’s season-ending knee surgery, the best news for Giants fans is that Michael Strahan is staying put in retirement.  Why, do you ask?  Because Strahan was a warrior for the Giants over his prolific 15-year career, and he deserves that his final chapter be written with its current fairy tale ending.  He went out healthy, he went out respected, and most importantly, he went out a champion.

Strahan’s leadership will sorely be missed in New York, but now is the time for Eli Manning to take the reins of the franchise. Eli’s fourth quarter in Super Bowl 42 demonstrated that not only is he capable, but also he is ready. (more…)