Most people know the first way for you to earn 1 point on the football field, the good old-fashioned extra point. For those who are completely out of the football loop, after a touchdown you have the opportunity to go for one or two points. Two points if you cross the goal line again, and one point if the kicker kicks the ball through the upright at the back of the endzone.
However, most people don't realize that there are 2 types of kicks. The normal one we see in every football game where there is a long snapper, who snaps the ball to a holder, who holds the ball for the kicker to boot. The exception to the rule? The Drop kick.
The drop kick is defined as, "a kick by a kicker who drops the ball and kicks it as, or immediately after, it touches the ground," by the NFL rule book. Although this has no practical application in a world where most kickers are pretty darn accurate when it comes to extra points, don't you think that it would make football a little more interesting if a team tried it every blue moon?
Lets take the Pats as an example. In 2006, when Doug Flutie, at this point in his NFL career a back-up QB, went on the field with the kick team, which included 4 TE and a WR, but no kicker. Imagine how confusing this formation would be to an opposing Defense who wouldn't be able to figure out what exactly to defend, the kick, or the 2-point conversion.
Also imagine how difficult it is to drop a football on it's end, predict the bounce then kick it through the uprights. The drop kick is definitely a lost art, something we will most likely never see again, and a little bit of trivia for those sports dummies out there.
(information from ESPN.com and Wikipedia)
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Tuesday is Ladies Day
Every Tuesday, in honor of my very, very good friend who is an expert on hot guys... I will also post hot guys... sorry boys, but the women have to have something too. My hot sports guy of the week can be younger, or older, a picture spanning from any decade or sport, only requirement? Yup, you guessed it, he must be hot. So today, in honor of his awesomeness, I will post a classic Kelly Slater Quicksliver photo. As Kelly is THEE single most dominate suffer in the sport over the last 20 years, and his eyes are to die for, I feel he's deserved the nod. Enjoy ladies.
Football Wrap-Up
So, Football last night was intense right? The 49ers put up a fight, and for the second week in a row the defending champions escaped by the skin of their teeth. Given they faced two of the stoutest defenses in the league, the running game needs to step-up which will indeed be hampered by the lost of Reggie Bush. Although not the best with yards his constant threat causes defenses to game plan for him, so now their efforts can concentrate more on the offense of the Saints.
Boy oh boy did Alex Smith have a heck of a game! If people didn't believe that the 49ers could have been something last year, they certainly must believe now. With their defense and the QB/TE combination that they have now... the AFC better watch out cause the 49ers are back.
But now on to this weeks commentary.
Most surprising 2-0 team:
I could have picked the Bears, who by all accounts were given a win against Detroit by a bad NFL rule, and hammered a Cowboy's team that was looking to prove something in their home opener. However, by far, the biggest surprise has to be the Kansas City. A team that went from being ranked 25th in Offense and 30th in Defense in 2009 to being even worse on Offense, and not much better on Defense, but still managing to put that all important W up.
Most surprising 0-2 Team:
I am honestly surprised that Minnesota is 0-2, although I predicted a loss against the Saints, I thought that they would be able to hold their own against MIA. But that's not my pick. The Cowboys have to be the biggest surprise. In a year where the road to the Super Bowl leads home to new Cowboys Stadium, you would think that they would play with some sort of chip on their shoulder. Their running game has been non-existent, they haven't scored over 20 points and lost to a resurgent Redskin team that honestly they should have beat. They play Houston next week, and with the balance of that team, the Boys might be looking down the barrel of 0-3.
Weakest player:
I could pick Romo, but the Cowboys offensive attack is ranked top 10 in the league, I could pick Jacobs from the Giants the so called bruising back that's not moving the pile. But, I must choose the great Bret Favre, who reached new lows of disappointment in Week 2 with 3 turnovers and no TDs, including a costly fumble in the end-zone.
Surprise Player:
Had to be the come-back kid Mike Vick. Although his running dominance is not a surprise amassing over 200 yards in the last two games, it's his accuracy with the ball that gets him the nod. He has had 2 games full of good decisions, decisive throws, and NO INTs, finally playing like the dirty bird Mike Vick we're use to seeing before such a dramatic fall. And he's been rewarded with a guaranteed start next week... Stay tuned folks, if Mike Vick is, as he put in his own words, "10x better than I ever was", the league should be put on notice.
Boy oh boy did Alex Smith have a heck of a game! If people didn't believe that the 49ers could have been something last year, they certainly must believe now. With their defense and the QB/TE combination that they have now... the AFC better watch out cause the 49ers are back.
But now on to this weeks commentary.
Most surprising 2-0 team:
I could have picked the Bears, who by all accounts were given a win against Detroit by a bad NFL rule, and hammered a Cowboy's team that was looking to prove something in their home opener. However, by far, the biggest surprise has to be the Kansas City. A team that went from being ranked 25th in Offense and 30th in Defense in 2009 to being even worse on Offense, and not much better on Defense, but still managing to put that all important W up.
Most surprising 0-2 Team:
I am honestly surprised that Minnesota is 0-2, although I predicted a loss against the Saints, I thought that they would be able to hold their own against MIA. But that's not my pick. The Cowboys have to be the biggest surprise. In a year where the road to the Super Bowl leads home to new Cowboys Stadium, you would think that they would play with some sort of chip on their shoulder. Their running game has been non-existent, they haven't scored over 20 points and lost to a resurgent Redskin team that honestly they should have beat. They play Houston next week, and with the balance of that team, the Boys might be looking down the barrel of 0-3.
Weakest player:
I could pick Romo, but the Cowboys offensive attack is ranked top 10 in the league, I could pick Jacobs from the Giants the so called bruising back that's not moving the pile. But, I must choose the great Bret Favre, who reached new lows of disappointment in Week 2 with 3 turnovers and no TDs, including a costly fumble in the end-zone.
Surprise Player:
Had to be the come-back kid Mike Vick. Although his running dominance is not a surprise amassing over 200 yards in the last two games, it's his accuracy with the ball that gets him the nod. He has had 2 games full of good decisions, decisive throws, and NO INTs, finally playing like the dirty bird Mike Vick we're use to seeing before such a dramatic fall. And he's been rewarded with a guaranteed start next week... Stay tuned folks, if Mike Vick is, as he put in his own words, "10x better than I ever was", the league should be put on notice.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Tuesday's "Week in Review"
As Monday Night Football end's the football week, I will be posting my "Football Week in Review" on Tuesdays. I have so many things to talk about this week, who's hot, who's not, and who needs to regroup. If you have anything you would like to talk about on here, definately leave me a message or comment, and it will be discussed. Happy Monday Football watching!
How'd I do?
Welp, for my first week I'm 1 for 1. Knowshon Moreno had a great game. Again he had a tough sled running with only 51 yards, but added his second TD in as many games, but he had a great day on the recieving end with 67 yards, 45 coming on one play. Across all fantasy leagues Moreno averaged 17 points this start, which leaves him averaging in the top 10 this week among RBs.
Now my follower's pick didn't do so well. And by that, I mean he did horribly. Anderson had a sub-par game which included 2 INTs, no touchdowns, and only 161 yards passing. This not only showed the defensive abilities of the Falcons, but the eneptness of the Cardinal offense now that future HOF QB Kurt Warner has retired. Losing the target of Anquan Bolden has hurt them so much and allowing defenses to double team Fitz without incident. If another reciever doesn't step up and become a target there might finally be a team the Radiers can fight with for worst record in the AFL. And we wont even talk about the Offensive Line.
Now my follower's pick didn't do so well. And by that, I mean he did horribly. Anderson had a sub-par game which included 2 INTs, no touchdowns, and only 161 yards passing. This not only showed the defensive abilities of the Falcons, but the eneptness of the Cardinal offense now that future HOF QB Kurt Warner has retired. Losing the target of Anquan Bolden has hurt them so much and allowing defenses to double team Fitz without incident. If another reciever doesn't step up and become a target there might finally be a team the Radiers can fight with for worst record in the AFL. And we wont even talk about the Offensive Line.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Fantasy Football Friday 1.1
Time for weekly performance predictions.
My Must Start: Knowshon Moreno (RB) Denver
After a tough running effort of 60 yards (4 yards/carry) and no rushing TDs, I look for Moreno to come in this week with some fire against Seattle. Not only does this guy have burst, he will also be running against a weakened D-line as starting DE for the Seahawks, Chris Clemons, has an ankle issue and did not participate in practice this week if he is held out, it could mean a good day for Moreno's fantasy owners. Moreno is also a threat out of the backfield in the passing game as the only TD the offense was responsible for in Week 1 was a 4-yard TD catch by Moreno. I say look for 100 yards and at least 1 TD, but if he gets a screen in the open field... maybe 2 TD to cap the day.
My Follower Must Start: Derick Anderson (QB) Arizona
After shifting through the suggestions that my followers on Twitter sent me, it was a tough decision, but I decided to go with Anderson. Even with the well seasoned secondary of the Falcons, they will miss starting SS Eric Coleman if the knee that kept him from practicing this week keeps him out of the game. With the outstanding target of Larry Fitzgerald, and a relatively un-tested replacement of William Moore, this could be a disaster waiting to happen for the Falcons who allowed over 350 passing yards last week.
My Must Start: Knowshon Moreno (RB) Denver
After a tough running effort of 60 yards (4 yards/carry) and no rushing TDs, I look for Moreno to come in this week with some fire against Seattle. Not only does this guy have burst, he will also be running against a weakened D-line as starting DE for the Seahawks, Chris Clemons, has an ankle issue and did not participate in practice this week if he is held out, it could mean a good day for Moreno's fantasy owners. Moreno is also a threat out of the backfield in the passing game as the only TD the offense was responsible for in Week 1 was a 4-yard TD catch by Moreno. I say look for 100 yards and at least 1 TD, but if he gets a screen in the open field... maybe 2 TD to cap the day.
My Follower Must Start: Derick Anderson (QB) Arizona
After shifting through the suggestions that my followers on Twitter sent me, it was a tough decision, but I decided to go with Anderson. Even with the well seasoned secondary of the Falcons, they will miss starting SS Eric Coleman if the knee that kept him from practicing this week keeps him out of the game. With the outstanding target of Larry Fitzgerald, and a relatively un-tested replacement of William Moore, this could be a disaster waiting to happen for the Falcons who allowed over 350 passing yards last week.
Fantasy Football Friday
Starting on Friday, I will be choosing a fantasy sleeper for Sunday's games. I will also pick a sleeper from suggestions that my twitter followers give me. Look forward to getting a little boost from a sleeper pick... If you chose to listen!
Sports For Dummies: The Infield Fly Rule
Alright, has anyone ever watched a baseball game, and wondered why there was a pop-up and the ump called the batter out before the ball was even caught? That is called the infield fly rule.
Basically, if there is less than 2 outs, with runners at first and second, or the bases loaded, if a player hits a pop-up, that the ump feels that the fielder should be able to catch, the batter is called automatically out.
The reason for this rule is so that the fielder can't just drop the ball on purpose, then pick it up and get a double play. This would be an unfair advantage.
Very simple rule, happens very often in baseball, and now you can feel like you know something when you go to a game if you don't actually watch baseball.
Basically, if there is less than 2 outs, with runners at first and second, or the bases loaded, if a player hits a pop-up, that the ump feels that the fielder should be able to catch, the batter is called automatically out.
The reason for this rule is so that the fielder can't just drop the ball on purpose, then pick it up and get a double play. This would be an unfair advantage.
Very simple rule, happens very often in baseball, and now you can feel like you know something when you go to a game if you don't actually watch baseball.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Welcome
Welcome to sports according to me, this will be a weekly blog that covers a wide variety of events in the sporting world. Plus, I'll post a weekly "sports for dummies," describing minor intricacies of what ever sports are in season. It seems to me that there are a lot of female voices in the industry, but very little female options. Most of the chicks you see are great reporters, but when you look at who's talking about the goods and the bads, giving the "in my opinion" it's mostly guys. Even if I have no readers, I'll change that... well, at least I hope so. Enjoy!
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