Throwing Knives: HG-Ankiel

by BD, Sports Show On Mute

Maybe the Saints aren't quite as good as everyone thinks but I'm not sure anyone expected the Colts to smoke them like that last night. If the Saints offense doesn't figure it out soon the NFC South race might actually be close. On the other hand, the Colts defense looked awesome against both the run and the pass. Makes me feel even better about my prediction of MJD's large falloff in fantasy. Anyhow I decided to go with an athlete's wife today in Eva Longoria, enjoy.

Rick Ankiel HGH User?
While I know I shouldn't be surprised at this given Ankiels flip from average pitcher to stud outfielder. But, in Ankiel we finally had a positive story for once. Rather than hearing about Barry Bonds, Mark McGwire, and Sammy Sosa's steroid exploits. For once we were hearing about a guy who managed to make the tough change from pitcher to hitter and become arguably a better player. Real fairytale stuff, Disney had already contracted the guy who wrote Finding Nemo to write the screen play. It was all rainbows and care bears in the land of Ankiel and the Cardinals after what was a long year for the defending champs. Until now. Now, were forced to lump Ankiel in with the Bonds' of the world and look at him for what he is: a cheater.

To be fair, his known use would have been before HGH was banned by baseball. But, how do we know he doesn't still use? Their lies the problem. I'll tell you what though: It's clearer everyday that sports have become over populated with villains while the real "heroes" become rarer and rarer.

Yay Eligibility!
The AP has has decided as of next week that all lower division teams will be eligible for their poll. Which is a little shocking when you consider the elitist attitude that surrounds big time College Football. It's nice to see this from the AP, unfortunately the coaches will almost definitely not be doing the same. I'd expect the Mountaineers to garner some votes next week and maybe crack the poll before disappearing into the rear-view as the season progresses.

Good Thing The Saints Are An NFC Team
Otherwise, I think they might not even make the playoffs after watching the Colts tear them apart last night. It really showed just how much better the top teams in the AFC are. I expect the Saints to figure it out and still be one of the best teams in the NFC. But, if your looking at Drew Brees and co. on your fantasy team, last night was certainly disappointing.

Looking For A Heisman Contender To Support?
Look, I hate USC as much as the next guy. Though I have money on them this year. But, if your team's lacking a Heisman contender this season and your looking for someone to route for. Why John David Booty? Here's a few reasons...
(h/t: FanIQ)
Scoreboard - September 6th - 2007

NFL
Colts 41, Saints 10

NCAA Top 25
(8) Louisville 58, Middle Tennessee 42

MLB
National League
St. Louis 16, Pittsburgh 4
Los Angeles 7, Chicago 4

American League
Detroit 3, Chicago 2
Boston 7, Baltimore 6
Los Angeles 10, Cleveland 3