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Animal shelters are real winners of 'Puppy Bowl'
LOS ANGELES (AP) — There will be a winner and a loser every Super Bowl Sunday. But at the "Puppy Bowl," it's always a win for animal shelters.
The show provides national exposure to the shelters across the country that provide the puppy athletes and the kittens that star in the halftime show, and introduces viewers to the different breeds and animals that need homes, animal workers say. Many shelters see bumps in visits from viewers who are inspired to adopt a pet.
"It raises awareness for our shelter and others that take part," said Madeline Bernstein, president and CEO of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles. "It shows dogs in a happy, playful, fun way, which makes people think, 'Gee, I could play with a dog too.' You hope it will also stimulate adoptions, and if not, at least a positive attitude toward dogs, rather than they are just hairy and smelly."
The "Puppy Bowl," an annual two-hour TV special that mimics a football game with canine players, made its debut eight years ago on The Animal Planet. Dogs score touchdowns on a 10-by-19-foot gridiron carpet when they cross the goal line with a toy. There is a Most Valuable Pup award, a water bowl cam, a new lipstick cam (it's in the lips of the toys), slow-motion cameras, hedgehog referees, a puppy hot tub and a blimp with a crew of hamsters. Bios on each puppy player flash across the screen during close-ups of the action, letting viewers know how to find each animal for adoption.
Most of the puppies, however, are usually adopted by airtime since the show is filmed months ahead, said executive producer Melinda Toporoff, who is working on her fifth "Puppy Bowl." But Bernstein said the point is to show that animals just like the ones on the show can be found at any shelter at any time.To read more or comment...
Area pets news briefs
Spay-Ghetti Date Night; A Celebration of Love — One of a Kind Pet Rescue is sponsoring a dinner from 6 to 10 p.m. Feb. 16 at St. Thomas Banquet Hall, 555 Cleveland-Massillon Road, Fairlawn. The event will feature dinner, music and an auction. Tickets are $40 per person (wine tickets extra). Call Dalal Iskander at 330-620-8102 for reservations or email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Wanted: Teen volunteers — The Akron Zoo is looking for teen volunteers ages 14-18, in the ninth-12th grades and interested in animals and conservation for the Junior Interpreter program for the 2013 season. The program runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Interested teens must fill out an application and submit two forms of recommendation and be interviewed. There is a $100 participation fee. For more information, visit www.akronzoo.org or call Deb Brady at 330-375-2550, ext. 7213.To read more or comment...
Video: Watch the live Puppy Bowl cam
The big game is this weekend, and we don't mean the Super Bowl. That's right, we're talking about the puppy bowl. Lose the rest of your work day watching these adorable pups prep for their doggy showdown.
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After months of care, neglected dog ready of adoption
While a court battle was waged, the Portage County Animal Protection League helped a neglected dog in need.
Tanner, an 11-year-old German Shepherd, was found by a humane officer in Hiram last year. The dog was missing hair had scabs, scars and peeling skin. At 68 pounds, the emaciated dog had trouble walking.
While Tanner's owner faced animal cruelty charges, the Portage APL has treated tanner since August to bring him back to health. The owner eventually pleaded no contest and will be sentenced in March, according to a release from the Portage APL.
After several months of care, Tanner is a stronger and healthier 79 pounds. While he's still thin, the Portage APL notes that its normal for a dog his age.
Now healthy, Tanner is up for adoption. To find out more about the adoption services at the Portage APL, call 330-296-4022.To read more or comment...
Golden retrievers key to lifetime dog cancer study
LOS ANGELES: When Jay Mesinger heard about a study seeking golden retrievers to help fight canine cancer, he immediately signed up 2-year-old Louie.
He and his wife know firsthand the toll of canine cancer: Louie is their fourth golden retriever. The first three died of cancer.
"They all had long lives but were taken by complications from one kind of cancer or another," said the Boulder, Colo., businessman.
For Louie and 2,999 other purebred goldens, it will be the study of a lifetime. Their lives — usually a 10-to-14-year span — will be tracked for genetic, nutritional and environmental risks to help scientists and veterinarians find ways to prevent canine cancer, widely considered the No. 1 cause of death in older dogs, said Dr. Rodney Page.
The Golden Retriever Lifetime Study will be the largest and longest dog study ever conducted, said Page, the study's principal investigator, a professor of veterinary oncology and the director of the Flint Animal Cancer Center at Colorado State University.To read more or comment...
Area pets news briefs
• Feral Cat Seminar — One of a Kind Pet Rescue is sponsoring a workshop on the humane control of feral cat populations. Trap-Neuter-Return: How to Manage a Feral Cat Colony is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 26 at the agency's adoption center, 1929 W. Market St., Akron. Toby Franks from Franks Ferals will lead the program. Registration is not required to attend and there is no charge for the workshop. Donations to the One of a Kind Feral Cat Fund are appreciated. Call 330-865-6200 for more information.
• Feed Nature Realm Creatures — Join Naturalist Renell Simrau in preparing food and feeding an American toad and garter snake at the F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm, 1828 Smith Road, Akron, at noon Jan. 27 and the tiger salamander and brown snake on Feb. 10. The events are appropriate for families with children ages 5 and older. The free classes last about 45 minutes. Registration is required by calling 330-865-8065.
• 137th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show — More than 3,200 dogs representing 187 breeds will compete in the televised show from Madison Square Garden at 8 p.m. Feb. 11 on CNBC and 8 p.m. Feb. 12 on USA Network.
• Fairytales & Frogs — Cleveland Metoparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, will sponsor the event to be held in the RainForest from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 18. The event is free with admission to the zoo with a paid adult admission, and limited to children 11 and younger. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed as a princess, prince or a frog.
• Animal nutrition clinic — Learn about feed products and animal nutrition at 7 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Community Center at the Medina County Fairgrounds sponsored by Smith Brothers Inc. To attend, RSVP to email@example.com read more or comment...
Video: Dogs video chat on Skype
Perhaps Manti Te'o could learn something from these dogs. Too soon?
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Cure for bad pet breath could be a toothbrush away
LOS ANGELES: Dogs and cats can't brush, spit, gargle or floss on their own. So owners who want to avoid bad pet breath will need to lend a hand.
"Brushing is the gold standard for good oral hygiene at home. It is very effective, but some dogs and more cats don't appreciate having something in their mouth," said Dr. Colin Harvey, a professor of surgery and dentistry in the Department of Clinical Studies for the University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine.
The bulk of bad breath odor — the trademark rotten egg smell — comes from hydrogen sulfide, which is waste from anaerobic bacteria that thrive without oxygen in places like gaps between teeth and gums. Plaque buildup also invites the bacteria and as the accumulation grows, so does the smell.
Animal shelters and rescues know bad breath and filthy teeth can be a deal breaker. Some shelters, such as the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County in Florida, shuffle their charges through a dental health program before the animals are adopted out.
"We usually do dental cleanings and extractions when animals are spayed or neutered so the animal doesn't have to be put under anesthesia again after adoption and the adopter has one less thing to worry about," said Janet Winikoff, the shelter's director of education.To read more or comment...
Video: Bird dubstep as good as the real thing
There may not be an epic drop, but move over Skrillex. This bird may be the new dubstep king. Just posted Sunday, this video has already topped 1 million views.
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Video: Puppy battles orange
Don't think dogs like fruit? Watch this puppy turn this orange into both a plaything and snack:
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With holiday rush over, Portage APL urges adoptions
The following is a press release from the Portage County Animal Protective League
RAVENNA, Ohio – With the holidays over and the season of giving behind us, Portage APL knows that the next couple of months will bring a lull in activity. So, to celebrate 2013, dog adoptions are only $125 (reg. $150) and cat adoptions are $40 (reg. $50) until the end of January!
"It's hard to come out of the holidays with record adoptions and worry that the next month or two will slow down. This time of year, we usually see a decrease in adoptions and donations. We're trying to think of ways to keep our adoptions steady and money coming in." says Chalan Lowry, Executive Director. "There are still plenty of animals here that didn't get their "home for the holidays" (some who have been waiting over a year) and we want to help them find a fur-ever home soon!"
All dogs and cats adopted are up to date on vaccines, spayed or neutered, checked for appropriate disease and free of fleas and worms. Many are also microchipped and have an additional medical history.
The Portage APL is a private, nonprofit organization and relies on the generosity and kindness of individuals and businesses to make our community a safer place for thousands of animals who have no voice. We continue to rescue animals every day and the need is constant. Please give a needy animal a loving place to call home! For more information, please call the Portage Animal Protective League at 330.296.4022 or follow us on Facebook to see daily news and stories.To read more or comment...
Video: Newborn kittens fight for milk
This little kitties were just born with the animal instinct to chow down:
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Area pets news briefs
Cabin Fever Reliever — The Akron Zoo, 500 Edgewood Ave., will offer a cure for the winter blues from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturdays in January starting today. Each Saturday, the zoo will have a free craft station for kids and free hot chocolate for all. The events will be themed around the construction of the Mike and Mary Stark Grizzly Ridge exhibit, opening in late summer 2013. All activities will be indoors at the Barnhardt Family Welcome Center. Winter hours for the zoo are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Admission is $6, free for children under 2. Parking fee is $2.
Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge National Finals — 3:30 p.m. Jan. 12 on NBC. Show is one-of-a-kind canine competition showcasing the world's most athletic dogs and their trainers. See Vhoebe, a Belgian Malinois from San Diego reclaim her crown at this year's dog diving competition at an astounding 32 feet 3 inches, a full 2 feet 7½ inches farther than any human has ever jumped. "Olympic-style" events featured in the competition include agility, freestyle flying disc, Jack Russell hurdle races, speed and catch, 30-weave pole racing and dog diving.
Kathy Antoniotti writes about pets for the Akron Beacon Journal. She is unable to help locate, place or provide medical attention for an individual animal. If you have an idea or question about pets, write her at the Beacon Journal, P.O. Box 640, Akron, OH 44309-0640; call 330-996-3565; or send an email to firstname.lastname@example.com read more or comment...
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The Prospect branch of the Marion Public Library was established in 1937, with the All Arts Club of Prospect taking the lead in starting the branch. The first home of the library was a room above Stuckey Market. Later it was moved to a downstairs location across the street in a building owned by the late C.E. Almendinger.
A bequest of the late Mrs. Fred K. Dix, in memory of her husband, enabled the move in 1950 to its present location adjacent to the Post Office. Fred Keller Dix was a poet and former editor and publisher of the Prospect Monitor. Mrs. Dix was an active member of the All Arts Club. The branch was renovated in 1994 at the behest of the Marion Public Library Board of Trustees.
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Fathers of the World Unite! Father/Son - Mentor/Mentee Bowl-O-Rama III
Major League Fathers
Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PDT)
Who's Going
San Francisco, California
London, United Kingdom
Florence, Italy
Event Details
Hasani Johnson presents FATHERS OF THE WORLD UNITE Pt. 3
Father/Son -Mentor/Mentee Bowl-O-Rama
It has been estimated that fathers spend an average of 37seconds a day with their infant sons, and one hour a day with their adolescents. These figures are for intact families. After divorce, 50 percent of adolescent children have no contact, 30 percent have sporadic contact and 20 percent see their father once a week or more. Average it all out and fathers spend approximately 10 minutes a day with their children.
On Saturday March 23, 2013 lets be INTENTIONAL with our time and show our sons , fathers and mentees that they are important by spending some quality time with them. Saying it is one thing, SHOWING them is another. This event will be one that both of you will remember for the rest of your lives. Not only will there be bowling, but vendors, health screeners, authors, educational resources, contests, giveaways, etc. all for just $10 (kids 3 and under FREE).
It's going to be a great day, don't miss it. Forward to all the Fathers, Sons and Mentors that you know.
Contact info: firstname.lastname@example.com or 202.905.7320 (text is best)
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Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM (PDT)
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Fireball streaks over Northwest
A fireball moved across the Northwest at 5:55 a.m. Wednesday. Witnesses say it was brighter than the Moon and travelled from the east to west. There was no sonic boom, which means it probably did not land nearby. It was described as blue and white in color. CLICK HERE for a link to witness reports.
This information is from Jim Todd, OMSI Director of Space Science Education:
The American Meteor Society webpage (http://www.amsmeteors.org/) has the complete listing of the fireball reported from this morning. Anyone who witnessed the fireball can log in for the report. Once the sighting is confirmed, the report gets processed and a map get created of the fireball.
A fireball is another term for a very bright meteor, generally brighter than magnitude -4, which is about the same magnitude of the planet Venus in the morning or evening sky. A bolide is a special type of fireball which explodes in a bright terminal flash at its end, often with visible fragmentation.
If you happen to see one of these memorable events, we would ask that you report it to the American Meteor Society, remembering as many details as possible. This will include things such as brightness, length across the sky, color, and duration (how long did it last), it is most helpful of the observer will mentally note the beginning and end points of the fireball with regard to background star constellations, or compass direction and angular elevation above the horizon.
Several thousand meteors of fireball magnitude occur in the Earth's atmosphere each day. The vast majority of these, however, occur over the oceans and uninhabited regions, and a good many are masked by daylight. Those that occur at night also stand little chance of being detected due to the relatively low numbers of persons out to notice them.
Additionally, the brighter the fireball, the more rare is the event. As a general thumb rule, there are only about 1/3 as many fireballs present for each successively brighter magnitude class, following an exponential decrease. Experienced observers can expect to see only about 1 fireball of magnitude -6 or better for every 200 hours of meteor observing, while a fireball of magnitude -4 can be expected about once every 20 hours or so.


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October 10 College Football Recap
Sunday, October 10, 2010
The Week in Review
Here's a brief look at the highlights of the sixth week of the college football season, a week which featured the No. 1 team in the country losing, four other teams suffering their first losses and LSU once again pulling off a miracle. The rankings used in this recap are the AP rankings from prior to the games.SURPRISE SURPRISE#19 South Carolina 35, #1 Alabama 21: Steve Spurrier gets one of the biggest upset victories of his career as the Gamecocks start fast and finish strong in an impressive performance against an Alabama team which was facing its third straight nationally-ranked opponent. It was the Tide's first regular season loss since 2007.
Oregon State 29, #9 Arizona 27: The Beavers were only 2-2, but both losses are to top five teams and they show their ability by jumping ahead early against the Wildcats and holding on for the victory.
Illinois 33, Penn State 13: Neither team is ranked, but still quite a surprise to see Ron Zook's Illinois squad pound Joe Paterno's injury-depleted Penn State squad.
FANTASTIC FINISHES#12 LSU 33, #14 Florida 29: Much-maligned Les Miles uses a fake field goal to set up the game-winning touchdown pass in the final seconds as the Tigers pick up a huge win on the road after LSU's offense shows progress with 385 yards against a solid Gator defense.
RIVALRY GAMES#11 Arkansas 24, Texas A&M 17: Two old Southwest Conference foes meet for the second of 10 times at Cowboys Stadium and Ryan Mallett throws for three first-half touchdowns before the Hog defense ices the victory with an interception in the end zone on the game's final play.
#23 Florida State 45, #13 Miami 17: In the long-running rivalry, the last nine meetings have been decided by 10 or fewer points; not this time, however, as the Seminoles pile up 291 rushing yards and blow out the Hurricanes on the road.
#17 Michigan State 34, #18 Michigan 17: First time this century that these rivals meet as unbeatens and Michigan State shuts down the Denard Robinson show (3 interceptions, season-low 88 rushing yards) while piling up 519 yards of total offense.
New Mexico State 16, New Mexico 14: Two winless programs which rank near the bottom of the country in nearly every statistical category meet in a Land of Enchantment battle, the home-standing Aggies win it with a field goal with two minutes to go.
RUNNING WILD#7 Nebraska 48, Kansas State 13: Kansas State falls from the undefeated ranks as Nebraska's Taylor Martinez runs for 241 yards and four touchdowns and the Huskers continue to assert themselves in the national picture.
#8 Auburn 37, Kentucky 34: Quarterback Cameron Newton registers another huge game, rushing for 197 yards and four TDs as Auburn boots the game-winning field goal with two seconds remaining.
#21 Nevada San Jose State: Running back Vai Taua records 196 rushing yards and three touchdowns, while quarterback Colin Kaepernick chips in with 91 yards and two scores on the ground.
#20 Wisconsin 41, Minnesota 23: John Clay runs for three touchdowns and James White adds two more as the Badgers pile up 250 rushing yards as they return to the win column.
#25 Air Force 49, Colorado State 27: The option based Air Force offense actually threw nine times, including a pair of long TD passes, but still rushed 47 times for 243 yards.
OLD-FASHIONED QUARTERBACK PLAY#2 Ohio State 38, Indiana 10: A quarterback who often beats foes with his feet, Terrelle Pryor continues to prove his overall ability by throwing for a career-best 334 yards while the Buckeye defense shuts down Indiana's potent attack and moves into the nation's top ranking.
#22 Oklahoma State 54, UL Lafayette 28: Brandon Weeden completes 29-of-47 passes for 351 yards and five touchdowns as the Cowboys remain undefeated.
STYLE POINTS#4 Boise State 57, Toledo 14: The Broncos make a case to move up in the standings by burying Toledo (which came in 3-2), piling up 501 yards of offense and allowing only 286.
#10 Utah 68, Iowa State 27: The Utes strut their stuff in a blowout of a Big 12 foe, tallying 31 second-quarter points and 593 yards of total offense.
GETTING DEFENSIVE#3 Oregon 43, Washington State 23: Defense is referring to Washington State, the Pac-10 doormat which was expected to give up a boatload of points to the potent Duck offense - 43 is well below the Ducks' average. Oregon did lose starting quarterback Darron Thomas to injury in the first half.
#5 TCU 45, Wyoming 0: The Horned Frogs post their second consecutive shutout, holding the Cowboys to 191 total yards.
#24 Missouri 26, Colorado 0: Twenty years after the famous Fifth Down Game, these two teams meet again and undefeated Mizzou has no need for extra downs in the blowout victory.
#11 Arkansas at #7 Auburn: Another monster showdown in the SEC, these two West Division rivals will be looking to take over the spotlight after Alabama's loss this week.
#1 Ohio State at #18 Wisconsin: Wisconsin's dominant running attack looked impressive in a win over Minnesota, but Terrelle Pryor and Ohio State will be a much more formidable foe.
Texas at #5 Nebraska: Once expected to be a possible preview of the Big 12 title game, but Texas has struggled to make up for the loss of Colt McCoy and Nebraska has looked exceptional with redshirt freshman Taylor Martinez running its buzz saw offense.
#15 Iowa at Michigan: Michigan and Denard Robinson have been a hot story around the nation this year, but after losing to Michigan State this week, they face an even tougher defense in Iowa, which had a bye week to prepare.
#21 Missouri at Texas A&M: Missouri remains undefeated but Texas A&M, despite being a disappointment so far, will probably be the Tigers toughest opponent to date.
#20 Oklahoma State at Texas Tech: Should be a big-time shootout in Lubbock; the teams combined for 99 points in their victories this weekend.
California at USC: Cal hasn't received much attention in the potent Pac-10 this year, but the Bears crushed UCLA this week and will be looking for their first victory over USC since 2003.
BYU at #4 TCU: BYU's offense has been struggling mightily and now they face TCU, which ranks among the best in the nation on defense after posting back-to-back shutouts.
#19 Nevada at Hawaii: Shootout in the Islands; Nevada's Colin Kaepernick is a spectacular dual-threat QB and Hawaii's Bryant Moniz is beginning to make a name for himself.
From the players currently on the Watch List for the Manning Award, here are some of the standout stars from week six:
Matt Barkley, USC(28-of-45, 390 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INT)All three of Barkley's touchdowns tie the score and he drives the team for a go-ahead TD with 1:15 to go, but it's not enough as Stanford boots a game-winning field goal with two clicks left.
Andy Dalton, TCU(14-of-17, 270 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INT)Another very efficient performance from Dalton who directs the TCU offense to a 45-0 win over Wyoming.
Ricky Dobbs, Navy(8-of-19, 94 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT)Dobbs didn't put up the best numbers, but he also added 100 yards and a pair of touchdowns on the ground; it was his six-yard TD pass which lifted Navy to a 28-27 win over Wake Forest with 42 seconds to go.
Andrew Luck, Stanford(20-of-24, 295 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INT)Luck has an exceptional performance, but the key was driving the Cardinal the length of the field in under a minute to set them up for the game-winning field goal in a 37-35 victory over USC.
Terrelle Pryor, Ohio State(24-of-30, 334 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INT)Pryor piles up a career-high in passing yards while leading the Buckeyes to 38-10 blowout of Indiana.
While 33 quarterbacks are on the Manning Award Watch List, additional players will be added on Oct. 25. Here's a look at the best performances from players making a bid to be added.
Stephen Garcia, South Carolina(17-of-20, 201 yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT)Garcia leads the Gamecocks to their first-ever victory over a No. 1 team in the nation, upending Alabama, 35-21.
Ryan Katz, Oregon State(30-of-42, 393 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT)The sophomore also rushes for a score as he leads the Beavers to a 29-27 upset of No. 9 Arizona.
Taylor Martinez, Nebraska(5-of-7, 128 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT)The redshirt freshman rushes 15 times for 241 yards and four TDs as Nebraska crushes previously undefeated Big 12 North rival Kansas State, 48-13.
Cameron Newton, Auburn(13-of-21, 210 yards, 0 TDs, 1 INT)Undefeated Auburn has a dogfight with Kentucky, but Newton rushes for 198 yards and four TDs as well as driving the team into range for the game-winning field goal with two seconds to go in a 37-34 win.
Taylor Potts, Texas Tech(42-of-59, 462 yards, 4 TDs, 1 INT)Potts leads Texas Tech to a 45-38 victory over Baylor as the Red Raiders avoid their first-ever 0-3 start in Big 12.
Sugar Bowl Bowl Projections
ESPN (Schlabach): Alabama vs. Oklahoma (Alabama replaces Auburn) ESPN (Adelson): Alabama vs. TCU (remains the same as last week) CBS Sports: Alabama vs. Oklahoma (both teams change as they replace Auburn and Nebraska) College Football News: Alabama vs. TCU (Alabama replaces Florida) SI.com (Mandel): Alabama vs. Nebraska (Alabama replaces Auburn)AOL Fanhouse (McMurphy): LSU vs. Iowa (replaces both Auburn and Oklahoma)Associated Press (Russo): Alabama vs. TCU (from midseason recap)


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Four Year Old Girl Dies After Fall
Authorities say they're investigating the death of a 4-year-old girl who apparently fell out a second floor window at her family's central New York home.
The Oneida County Sheriff's Office tells local media that the girl fell out a window around 6 p.m. Wednesday and landed on a paved driveway at the home in the village of Vernon, 30 miles east of Syracuse.
The girl was taken to a Syracuse hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
Investigators say her mother was home at the time. Police say the circumstances of the girl's death don't appear to be suspicious.


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Student named Big Brother of the Year
Petty Officer Second Class Angelo Moore, a volunteer Big Brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia, and a student at the University has been named South Carolina's "Big Brother of the Year."
Moore, who is pursuing an undergraduate degree in political science, is stationed at McGrady National Guard Station, and has been a Big Brother to his Little Brother Elijah Burroughs for almost three years. Elijah is the son of Ericka Burroughs, who works at the Prevention Research Center at the Arnold School of Public Health.
"There was no way to know when I first met Eli that we would soon become inseparable. We established a bond so strong that at times I felt it was I who was getting the most out of our friendship," Moore said.
"I never thought someone would give of themselves as Angelo has," Ericka Burroughs said. "I will never be able to express the depth of my appreciation for Angelo. He came into my son's life at a pivotal time when Eli was extremely vulnerable to peer pressure. But Angelo's unwavering commitment has steered Eli in the right direction."
Case Manager Sabrina Miller said she has noticed that "the same pride and dedication Angelo gives to serving our country is the same pride and dedication he applies to his relationship with his Little Brother Eli.
"Witnessing the life-changing events that have taken place in the life of a child because of a Big Brother is riveting," Miller said. "Not only does it change them, it also changes you because it becomes very clear how 'Little Moments' can have such 'Big Impacts'."
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is a non-profit agency that matches caring adult volunteers with youth for one-to-one mentoring relationships that have been proven to help children reach their maximum potential.
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Cardinals' Miller, Cox form elite duo
Former first-round picks try to prevent Yanks from repeating
By Danny Wild / MLB.com | April 6, 2011 6:00 AM ET
The Yanks also may attract some attention early on with Major League veteran Mark Prior on the roster as he continues his comeback attempt.
Palm Beach features the Cardinals' last two first-round picks in Zack Cox and Shelby Miller, the latter of whom earned organizational Pitcher of the Year honors in 2010.
Clearwater has a stacked rotation with arms like Jarred Cosart and Trevor May. The Threshers also host the FSL All-Star Game on June 18, so you can bet those Phillies prospects will be aiming to play before their home fans.
Here's a look at how each team shapes up for Opening Day:
Bradenton Marauders
MLB Parent Club: Pittsburgh Pirates
2010 record: 76-62, second-half South Division champs
2011 manager: Carlos Garcia (first season)
Outlook: Garcia, an All-Star infielder with the Pirates in 1994, begins his first managerial campaign after serving as Pittsburgh's first base coach in 2010. Switch-hitting center fielder Robbie Grossman returns after totaling 50 RBIs and 15 steals with Bradenton last year. Left-hander Nate Baker will start the season in Florida. A South Atlantic League All-Star last season, he ended the year with the Marauders. Righty Phil Irwin, a 2009 21st-round Draft pick, is expected to move up from Class A after going 6-3 with a 3.35 ERA in 23 outings last year at West Virginia.
Brevard County Manatees
MLB Parent Club: Milwaukee Brewers
2010 record: 64-75
2011 manager: Jeff Isom (first season)
Outlook: Isom, a former Minor League pitcher, moves up after spending four years at Class A. Kyle Heckathorn, a 2009 supplemental first-round pick, should return for Opening Day after going 4-0 with a 3.00 ERA in eight starts to finish the '10 season with the Manatees. Auburn product Hunter Morris is expected to play first base after collecting 44 RBIs and 32 extra-base hits in 71 games at Class A last summer. D'Vontrey Richardson, a 2009 fifth-round pick, should see time in the outfield, although he'll need to cut down on his strikeouts after fanning 164 times last season.
Charlotte Stone Crabs
MLB Parent Club: Tampa Bay Rays
2010 record: 80-59, first-half South Division champs
2011 manager: Jim Morrison (third season)
Outlook: The Crabs led the league in wins last year before falling in four games to Tampa in the Championship Series, the second straight year Morrison guided the club to the Finals. Charlotte also set a league record with 1,189 strikeouts as a pitching staff. Korean shortstop Hak-Ju Lee, one of the Cubs' prospects who came over in the Matt Garza deal, should see time with Charlotte after totaling 137 hits and 32 steals in 122 games at Class A Peoria last year. Dominican right-hander Alex Colome, the nephew of former Rays reliever Jesus Colome, should anchor the Crabs' rotation after making 22 starts at Bowling Green, where he averaged 9.32 strikeouts per nine innings to rank second in the Midwest League. He'll be joined, eventually, by lefty Kyle Lobstein, a former second-round pick who begins the season on the disabled list.
Clearwater Threshers
MLB Parent Club: Philadelphia Phillies
2010 record: 67-72
2011 manager: Dusty Wathan (second season)
Outlook: Clearwater should compete, thanks to a talented group of players that will be moving up after winning the South Atlantic League championship last summer with Lakewood. Slugging 19-year-old first baseman Jonathan Singleton enters the season ranked No. 30 among MLB.com's Top 50 Prospects. The former eighth-rounder was voted the Sally League's Most Outstanding Major League Prospect. Right-hander Brody Colvin also moves up from Lakewood and is considered one of the Phillies' top prospects. Switch-hitting outfielder Jiwan James loves to run -- he stole 33 bases last year for the BlueClaws but was caught 20 times. Threshers fans already know 6-foot-5 righty Trevor May, an FSL All-Star last year who combined for 12 wins. Jarred Cosart is another tall righty who should see time in the Threshers' rotation after appearing in the 2010 Futures Game. Reliever Jordan Ellis returns after saving 15 games last year and getting a look from the Phils in Spring Training.
Daytona Cubs
MLB Parent Club: Chicago Cubs
2010 record: 75-64
2011 manager: Buddy Bailey (third season)
Outlook: Right-hander Brett Wallach is one of the Cubs' top arms and should see time at Daytona after spending all of 2010 at Peoria. First baseman Justin Bour also moves up from Class A, where he led the Chiefs in almost every offensive category, hitting .291 with 12 homers, 87 RBIs and a .375 on-base percentage. Former first-round pick Michael Burgess has been moved back a level after appearing in 21 Double-A games last year in the Nationals organization.
MLB Parent Club: Toronto Blue Jays
2010 record: 72-76, first-half North Division champs
2011 manager: Clayton McCullough (second season)
Outlook: The Blue Jays' rotation will feature a pair of former first-round picks in 2010 Midwest League All-Star Chad Jenkins and Deck McGuire, a 6-foot-6 right-hander out of Georgia Tech who was selected 11th overall last June. Rehabbing Jays righty Brandon Morrow is slated to start on Opening Day before rejoining Toronto. Sean Ochinko hit .311 last year at Class A Lansing and could see time both behind the plate and at third base.
Fort Myers Miracle
MLB Parent Club: Minnesota Twins
2010 record: 64-74
2011 manager: Jake Mauer (second season)
Outlook: Mauer, the older brother of Twins All-Star catcher Joe Mauer, is back to lead a club that missed the playoffs in 2010 for first time in three years. The Miracle will feature at least two first-round picks on Opening Day -- right-hander Alex Wimmers, an Ohio State product who threw a no-hitter in 2009, and outfielder Aaron Hicks, a 2008 selection who is arguably the Twins' top prospect. Former eighth-rounder Brian Dozier, an FSL All-Star last year at shortstop, likely will see time at second. Shortstop Paul Kelly, a former second-rounder, will try to stay healthy after playing in only 21 games over the last four years due to injuries. Right-hander Dakota Watts, who hit 99 mph last year, is expected to get the closer's job. The Miracle also have new logos and uniforms in what will be the club's 20th season in Fort Myers.
Jupiter Hammerheads
MLB Parent Club: Florida Marlins
2010 record: 46-92
2011 manager: Ron Hassey (second season)
Outlook: The Hammerheads endured a pretty miserable season in 2010, but Hassey should help on the way this summer. Left-handed starter Chad James, the Marlins' 2009 first-round pick, will likely get a chance to prove himself again at "The Dean" in '11. He was 5-10 with a 5.12 ERA and a lot of walks last year at Class A Greensboro, so a rebound is in order. He's also Florida's top-ranked pitching prospect. James will work with catcher Kyle Skipworth, a 2008 first-round pick who showed good power last year (17 homers) but also struggled at times, hitting .245 with a .309 OBP and 135 strikeouts. Rob Rasmussen will start on Opening Day after being drafted in the second round last June. The lefty, who made a brief debut with Greensboro last summer, tossed six shutout innings for UCLA in the final game of the 2010 College World Series.
Lakeland Flying Tigers
MLB Parent Club: Detroit Tigers
2010 record: 71-67
2011 manager: Dave Huppert (first season)
Outlook: Huppert, with over 1,400 Minor League wins, takes over the Flying Tigers after spending a few years with the Phillies at Triple-A Lehigh Valley. Daniel Fields, the Tigers' top-rated outfield prospect, is back after hitting .240 and striking out 119 times in 109 games at Lakeland last summer. Drew Smyly, a 2010 second-round pick out of the University of Arkansas, will make his Lakeland debut this spring and is considered among the organization's top 10 prospects entering his first full season. Avisail Garcia is another player to watch after batting .281 with 63 RBIs and 20 steals in 24 chances at Class A West Michigan last year.
Palm Beach Cardinals
MLB Parent Club: St. Louis Cardinals
2010 record: 75-65
2011 manager: Luis Aguayo (second season)
Outlook: The Cardinals, who share their ballpark with Jupiter, will feature a pair of top prospects on Opening Day, most notably right-hander Shelby Miller. The Houston native is MLB.com's No. 20 prospect and was a 2010 Futures Game All-Star and the Cardinals' Minor League Pitcher of the Year. He went 7-5 with a 3.62 ERA and 104 strikeouts over 104 1/3 innings at Class A Quad Cities. Arkansas product Zack Cox was the Cards' first-round pick last June and appeared briefly as a third baseman in the Gulf Coast League and the Arizona Fall League, where he was named a Rising Star. The roster also features 16 members of last year's Class A squad, including All-Stars D'Marcus Ingram, an outfielder with speed, and right-hander Eric Fornataro.
St. Lucie Mets
MLB Parent Club: New York Mets
2010 record: 62-76
2011 manager: Pedro Lopez (first season)
Outlook: Lopez guided Class A Savannah to a 75-64 record last season, including a first-half division title in the South Atlantic League. The Mets should feature a trio of the organization's top prospects: 2010 first-round pick Matt Harvey, former Futures Game shortstop Wilmer Flores and speedy outfielder Cesar Puello. Harvey is a big, strong right-hander, standing 6-foot-4 and possessing a mid-90s fastball that convinced the Mets to select him seventh overall out of the University of North Carolina last summer. Puello swiped 45 bases last year for the Sand Gnats and is considered the franchise's No. 4 prospect.
Tampa Yankees
MLB Parent Club: New York Yankees
2010 record: 78-57, league champions
2011 manager: Luis Sojo (fifth season)
Outlook: Sojo is back after taking a year off -- the former Yankees utilityman won four World Series with New York from 1996-2000 and led Tampa to the 2009 FSL crown. The T-Yanks managed to repeat the feat last summer without him, but can the new faces this spring make it three straight? Former sixth-round pick Brett Marshall made it to Tampa briefly last season and projects to start the year in the rotation. He may learn a thing or two from a 29-year-old righty named Mark Prior, a former National League All-Star who is attempting to rebuild his career with New York. After pitching well in Spring Training, Prior stays in Florida, although he has an opt-out clause should he get tired of Steinbrenner Field. Outfielder DeAngelo Mack led Class A Charleston with a dozen homers last year and is due for a promotion.
Danny Wild is an editor for MLB.com. This story was not subject to the approval of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues or its clubs.View More


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According to a knowledgeable source, Hernandez began to incriminate himself only after more than an hour of questioning.
In other words, he asked Elena Kagan to incriminate herself.
"Arias had a terrific memory for just about everything except for those aspects of the case that incriminate her," he says.
"Because Wade tells me no man can be forced to incriminate himself," he replied.
You will find much to incriminate society and precious little that will incriminate me.
Why, the Madame could have burned her at the stake and Nance would never have said a word to incriminate that Montgomery crowd.
We rely on your honour not to incriminate us with the police.
"A man is not bound to incriminate himself," replied Peter, smiling.
I took care, in answer to Flora's challenge, not to incriminate Mrs. Meldrum.
To attempt to offer any explanation, or to incriminate him, was out of the question.


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The Senate Approaches a Critical Crossroads
With the long-awaited release of the Kerry-Lieberman clean energy and climate bill (The American Power Act) and EPA's final action on its "tailoring" rule, two important clues emerged this week to the unfolding mystery of whether or not we will have climate legislation this year. And buckle up and enjoy the ride -- two more major developments are just around the corner. On Wednesday, the National Academy of Sciences will be releasing three of its panel reports on America's Climate Choices and sometime in the next two weeks Senator Murkowski may bring forward for a vote her effort to overturn EPA's endangerment finding.
The release of the K-L bill demonstrates both how far we have gone and how distant the goal remains. The bill achieved support from some key elements of the business community and goes much further in adding in elements (nuclear power and a hard price collar) that could expand its base of support. But the loss of Senator Graham as a co-sponsor and the absence of any bipartisan backing underscore the challenges it faces in achieving the 60 votes it will need to avoid a filibuster in the Senate. The Senate clock also continues to wind down making it harder to find floor time to move a comprehensive bill forward.
EPA's recently issued interpretation of when greenhouse gases become regulated pollutants and its final tailoring rule show EPA's willingness to make reasonable use of the existing Clean Air Act to tackle climate change. By delaying the effective date when new source review will apply to greenhouse gases, and limiting new source requirements for best available control technology to only the largest sources (estimated to impact approximately 900 additional major sources annually), the agency put to rest the fears of some that the Agency's rules would sink the economy and harm small businesses. The rule shows that the existing Act, though cumbersome, can be used as a tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Both EPA's action and the upcoming National Academy panel reports provide the perfect preface to the expected vote in the Senate on overturning EPA's endangerment finding which links greenhouse gas emissions to health and welfare impacts from climate change. To argue for overturning the finding, some Senators will point to recent controversies: the errors in the IPCC report; the hacked e-mails referred to as "climategate;" and even the DC snowstorms of last winter as evidence that the science of climate change is somehow suspect. Despite the media attention these have received, none in any way undercut the overwhelming case underlying concerns about climate change. Three independent investigations have each cleared the scientists who authored the e-mails of charges that they manipulated data or infringed on the peer review process. The IPCC has corrected the two mistakes (the expected date of the melting of Himalayan glaciers and the percent of land in the Netherlands under water) uncovered to date in its reports – out of a total of thousands of pages, two mistakes neither of which undercuts the IPCC's key conclusion that "warming of the climate system is unequivocal" and "that most of the observed increase in global average temperatures since the mid-20th century is very likely due to the observed increase in anthropogenic GHG concentrations." Finally, notwithstanding Washington D.C.'s blustery winter, globally 2009 proved to be one of the warmest years on record. The NAS panel reports this week are likely only to reinforce these conclusions, further calling into question any votes in support of overturning EPA's endangerment finding based on denying what we know about climate science.
Others in the Senate, including Senator Murkowski, make the case that the goal of overturning the endangerment finding is really about the need to take the worst option (EPA regulations) off the table and thereby protect our economy from the potentially dire consequences of EPA action particularly on small businesses. They argue that this would allow our elected representatives the opportunity and time to address this issue. But the limits EPA adopted in its tailoring rule (and its earlier decision to delay implementation) appear to take off the table these concerns about widespread and costly controls on small sources. Although legal challenges to the tailoring rule are possible, they would take time to work their way through the courts, and if they were successful, Congress would then be in a far better position (and have a more compelling case) to provide a narrow legislative fix addressing a specific problem.
When the debate on overturning EPA's endangerment finding moves to the Senate floor (10 hours of debate is permitted), many will be wondering why the Senate isn't instead focusing its debate on finding the common ground solutions urgently needed to get our nation on a path that enhances our energy independence, spurs the growth of new technologies, and slows climate change.
Steve Seidel is Vice President for Policy Analysis


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Lets get the Film discussion underway as there is a lack of it.
So read the title and follow that bro cheese.
EDIT: I also stickied this so it lasts for all the ages.
Lets get the Film discussion underway as there is a lack of it.
So read the title and follow that bro cheese.
EDIT: I also stickied this so it lasts for all the ages.
good thread and sticky. ive just recommended the other film thread we've got going be stickied but i hadn't seen this! be good to have a resource we can constantly check back on for ideas to kill time.
I'll copy and paste my suggestions from the other thread...
"The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war"
poolhall junkies (great pool hustler movie)
severance (quality, creepy comedy, militants start killing off lost workers in the eastern european wilderness)
the replacements (good comedy about american football)
what becomes of the broken hearted (sequel to once were warriors)
the shouting men (football comedy)
dead man running (english gangster type, worth a watch)
outpost (quality zombie type horror)
face (ray winstone, gangster movie)
nil by mouth (very gritty hard hitting drama, ray winstone again)
the business (probably my favourite movie)
big red one (quality if you like your WWII movies)
cemetary junction
the damned united (not sure if many will have seen it as im not sure how popular it got back home)
the other guys (newish so probably more as to why not many have seen it, but its quality and a must watch comedy if you like will farrell comedies)
stay alive (horror, teen murder spiritual sort of thing, but i enjoyed it)
in bruges (i hope most on here will have seen it, but i know alot of people who haven't - and are missing out!!)
Sex Drive (road trip comedy)
Grandmas Boy (stoner comedy)
21 (quality true story about card counters)
donnie brasco
"The more you sweat in peace, the less you bleed in war"
There is some utter gash in that list! Replacements? Really?
Two of the best films you will see :
Harry Brown - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVOSfHFNlcI
Unthinkable - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLufgELgjhk
Also really enjoyed:
The Bucket List - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PX8XEXmhHss
The Other Guys - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6WOoUG1eNo
Last edited by ss1; 04-01-2011 at 02:38 PM.
The Naked Prey
First saw this over 25 years ago and managed to find it on youtube to my surprise.
I already added my own suggestions on the other thread. Seems pointless to repeat myself. Still, Poolhall Junkies was quite fun.
American Gangster
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World
Gone in 60 Seconds
The Departed.
And a couple of trailers just for future:
Your Highness
The Mechanic
A early Stallone film that is overlooked but one of his best IMO


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©2009 R. J. Ellory Publications Ltd; (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
"There aren't nearly enough beautifully written novels that are also great mysteries. Like The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Smilla's Sense of Snow, A Quiet Belief in Angels is one of them." (James Patterson)
"A Quiet Belief in Angels is a beautiful and haunting book. This is a tour de force from R. J. Ellory." (Michael Connelly)
"One my Top 5 Audio listens of all time."
If Gillian Flynn and James Lee Burke had a kid that grew up a writer, this might be the book produced. Beautifully written with a storyline that kept me guessing until the final pages. Ended all to quickly. Dave Robicheaux in a period piece and a plotline that extends the length of his lifetime.
Narrator gets a 10/10 and is a top 5 narration as well, ranking with Stephen Hoye in Skinny Dip and McKintys books read by Gerald Doyle
If you like Burke, Connolly, Gillian Flynn, or Stieg Larsson you will be pleased to have downloaded this book!
"Ineffectual whining"
I feel that I've been subjected to 15 + hours of ineffectual whining. I had just finished A Simple Act of Violence and had been mightily impressed by Mr Ellory. This book is a diametric opposite from the former and I'm stunned that they were written by the same author.
My advise is that unless you have difficulty sleeping avoid this drivel.
"Repetitious and longwinded"
This would have been an excellent book if the ruminations and inner dialogue of the protagonist had been cut by about 2/3. I found this aspect of the book repetitious and exhausting. I stayed with it only because I was curious as to how this murder mystery would turn out.
"Annoying doesn't begin to describe this book."
Heavy, heavy, editing.
Not at all. After the first couple of hours the listener starts developing an uncontrollable tic when he hears a synonym, redundancy,or hackneyed phrase. Then, certain events described will bring on nausea and will have to stop listening before the killer is revealed. Don't worry, you can probably guess and save yourself the suffering.
He does great accents and is an excellent narrator.. I hope he got paid a lot.
Sex with the teacher is one of many.
Whats with the glowing reviews of this book? Michael Conelley? Jonathan Kellerman? Really?
"Over a year later and story still sticks with me"
I'm writing this review almost 2 years after listening to this book. I have recommended to it many who don't want to read or listen because they say "I'm not religious." This is far from a religious story and has nothing to do with it. This story of the childhood and growing up of a young man in the South with the background of a serial killer is unusual. After finishing this listen I wanted to read something about the author and his story was quite a jolt. It is probably best not to read about the author until after listening to the book because you'll be amazed at his own story and wonder how and why he wrote this.
"Cheers for Ellory"
A well-written book that captures your imagination and keeps you guessing until the very end. Ellory uses words in a way that brings the characters to life and pulls you in. A tragic story with a morsel of hope. If you like using your brain...you'll love this story. The narration is excellent. Five cheers for Ellory.
"For god's sake tell the story"
Literary pretensions, endless internal dialogue, does not make for easy listening. If you want to be Joyce or Faulkner then please inform us up front. But, if you are going to tell a story, then this endless, boring,ridiculous, psychologizing,self-spelunking internal discourse is just plain annoying. This would have made an excellent story at one- third its length.
I'm a lone Wolf, I do what I want when I want!
"I would have given two credits for this book!"
From start to finish this book gave me a hunger to not stop listening till I was done.
"Beautifully written story."
I you just want a fast paced thriller with tons of action and cracker dialogue then this book is not for you. This is more of a literary journey for both the writer and the main character - also a writer, Joseph Vaughan. Much of the prose is quite beautiful with one sentence forming a complete paragraph and where punctuation is all important. The performance of this beautiful prose was an outstanding effort by Mark Bramhall, an actor who I had not heard of before, but who I will look for again. I relished this book and each word written and because of the excellent writing, I did not want it to end. I highly recommend this book to all readers who love GOOD books.
"A long and harrowing journey"
I have very mixed feelings about this book. It is an intense and sometimes very uncomfortable 15+ hour journey. Mr. Ellory has a remarkable gift for story-telling and Mark Bramhall is, without question, the best possible person to tell his story.
If you are feeling emotionally fragile, you would surely be better off to avoid this book, at least until you are feeling stronger. The protagonist encounters one gut-wrenching catastrophe after another, and finally utters the reader's inevitable question, "Why has all of this happened to me?"
As a previous reviewer suggested, the book is repetitious. It could certainly benefit from a good editor, although Ellory may be (somewhat less than artfully) using a fugue, a powerful literary device that allows the author to continually reassert the important themes of the book. It is also undisciplined and unnecessarily verbose.
Having said that, Mr. Ellory does a genuinely outstanding job of capturing the rural culture of the southern US, all the more amazing since he is an Englishman. I am glad that I listened to this book, primarily to make the acquaintance of Mark Bramhall, who is one of the very best narrators I have ever heard. I don't, however, agree with Michael Connelly and James Patterson that this is a "beautiful" book. I always question the motivations of authors who review other authors' works, so I tend to discount them, anyway. There are moments of beauty, to be sure, but much of this book is unrelentingly grim, relieved only by the soothing rhythms of Mark Bramhall's voice.
If you have the patience and fortitude to endure a long and heartbreaking journey with a tiny light at the end of the tunnel, by all means, embark. But you are forewarned: the final reward is somewhat meager.
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Post subject: Final 1 merry go rounder & explinations and some trades.
1. Kansas City - LT Eric Fisher CMU
It's Fisher or Joeckel here. Reid is used to having some grit and toughness on his OL and Fisher offers great ability similar to Joeckel but has a little more of an attitude to him. Fisher will help add an identity to the KC offense.
2. Jacksonville - OT Luke Joeckel Texas A&M
Monroe is going into a contract year and it makes sense to draft his heir apparent and let Monroe walk and spend the money elsewhere in FA next year. Joeckel will man RT this season if Monroe isn't traded before then. Joeckel and Monroe will give whomever is behind center a true chance to show their ability. Could be the most improved offense after this draft.
3. Oakland - DT Sheldon Richardson Mizzou
Very likely trade spot but alas it doesn't happen here. Richardson is a very intriguing prospect for a number of reasons but the positives outweigh the negatives. Richardson has a fantastic motor to chase down plays (see the Alabama game) and great ability to break the LOS and disrupt the play.
4. Arizona (from PHI) - LT Lane Johnson Oklahoma
Arizona wants better protection for Statue Palmer, I'm not buying the "we're comfortable" bit. Johnson has experience protecting immobile QB's (see Landry Jones) and has a great upside. His strong suit is pass-pro which is good for Palmer and the Arians offense.
5. Detroit - DE Ezekiel Ansah BYU
Another candidate for a trade spot but they stay put instead and add a prospect that oozes potential like a tesla coil does electricity. Ansah will take over Avril's spot and should put up double digit sack numbers based off of athleticism alone. Playing next to the best inside duo in football with Suh and Fairley ought to help.
6. Cleveland - OLB Dion Jordan Oregon
Cleveland is said to love Milliner but there's no way they pass on Dion Jordan. If this is the pick Sheard is as good as gone. Jordan hasn't really dominated in any aspect but has the potential to do so or, at minimum, be above average in pass rush and coverage. If he ends up in Cleveland expect a big year with Ray Horton at the helm of the defense.
7. Philadelphia (via AZ) - WR Tavon Austin WVU
Philadelphia gets some extra draft picks and adds the drafts most explosive playmaker. This may be a reach and Lotulelei would be a great pick up for the defense but with what's expected to be a fast(er) paced offense and mix in in Austin to Maclin, Jackson and McCoy the Eagles could make some noise due to sheer speed.
8. Buffalo - QB Ryan Nassib Syracuse
Barkley may be the pick here but it's got to be too tempting to pair Nassib with his college coach and continue the report they had in Syracuse. Buffalo may have a QB stick around and start for more than 4 years this time.
9. New York J - OLB Barkevious Mingo LSU
The Jets were very interested in Bruce Irvin last year before Seattle took him and Mingo fits that mold. Mingo is a little thin and light but his athleticism and speed on the edge with his experience against top competition is too much to pass on. Ryan finally gets a front 7 toy he can move around the LOS.
10. Minnesota (from TN) - CB Dee Milliner Alabama
Big move up for Minnesota to grab the best corner prospect in the draft. Milliner will fill in the presence of consistency left by Winfield's departure. Milliner plays a similar style and should fit in well with Harrison Smith in the secondary.
11. Atlanta (from SD) - DE Bjoern Werner FSU
Atlanta gets in the business of getting what they want again. With Abraham gone there's an enormous hole at the DE spot. Werner is a bit underrated imo and I think he was the driving force to Jenkins and Carradine's success not visa versa.
12. Miami - TE Tyler Eifert Notre Dame
A bit high, maybe but the don't risk losing out on who they really want at this point. When you find a franchise QB you give him MORE weapons. Wallace was a nice pick up but Eifert could be highly productive in this offense and is a solid blocker as well. The more he's on the field the more D's must account for him.
13. San Francisco (from NYJ) - S Kenny Vaccaro Texas
Goldson's absence leaves a gaping hole in the back-end coverage. Vaccaro carries a similar skill-set and will step in right away and should pick up right where DG left off. Vaccaro will add a bit more versatility to defensive looks.
14. Carolina - DT Star Lotulelei Utah
Star falls here and Carolina wastes not a second making this pick. After reaching in the past for an inside presence they FINALLY acquire a legit inside force. Expect those around him to have increased production.
15. New Orleans - OLB Jarvis Jones UGA
Jones could go on the top 6 but falls here. New Orleans is making the switch to an odd-front and need someone with experience to man one of their outside posts. Jones is a phenomenal football player and will give Rob Ryan his playmaking OLB.
16. St. Louis - G Chance Warmack Alabama
St. Louis upgrades the inside of their OL here with, arguably, the best Guard in the draft. A powerhouse in the run game and a hydrant in pass-pro Warmack should fit in well with Jeff Fisher ran team.
17. Pittsburgh - WR Cordarrelle Patterson UT
Pittsburgh needs some juice back in the offense. Antonio Brown is still there but Wallace left and Mendenhall left but wasn't the same as before. This is boom or bust but his boom could be greater than Wallace's.
18. Dallas - DT Sharrif Floyd Florida
Floyd's fall finally stops here. Dallas is switching back to a 4-3 under Monte Kiffin and needs some fresh legs inside. Floyd and Ware should compliment each other very nicely. Some teams may try to jump up if Floyd falls out of the top 10 come draft day.
19. New York G - RT D.J. Fluker Bama
An instant starter at RT and allows Diehl to move back inside. Fluker has the ability to play inside as well but is best blowing up holes in the run game should be a Phil Loadholt type.
20. Chicago - G/C Jonathan Cooper UNC
An upgrade anywhere along Chicago's OL is welcomed. Cooper is arguably the best Guard prospect (along with Warmack) but offers more versatility that the Bama product does.
21. Cincinnati - S Eric Reid LSU
Reid is underrated. A good leader in the secondary and adds a presence and an identity to his secondaries. He hits and covers very well and should give the Bengals a fixture at safety they've been missing.
22. New York J (from STL) - QB Geno Smith WVU
The Jets end up with their man after all. Smith will add some life into this offense whether its for not or for good will have to be determined quickly because the Jets fans and organization will not put up with another mediocre year with little promise for the future. Geno Smith will at least look like he belongs somewhat unlike that QB abomination they currently have.
23. Tennessee (via MN) - DE Tank Carradine FSU
Tennessee takes a high upside guy here in Carradine. "Tank" has a great burst off the line and does a good job flowing back up into the pocket as the QB shuffles forward. They've been hit or miss on their DE draft choices, they hope they got their guy here this time.
24. Indianapolis - DL Johnathan Hankins Ohio St.
A presence in needed on the DL (or front 7 in general for that matter) and Hankins could be gone by this point. If he does fall and Indy picks him up he'll stand out immediately as a fixture for that defense.
25. Minnesota - WR Justin Hunter Tennessee
Surprise pick somewhat with Allen and Hopkins on the board but out of these three WR's, Hunter offers more of a threat than the other two. With another year to be more comfortable with his knee he should at least help keep defenses from putting 8-9 in the box to stop AP his rookie year. Red zone machine...?
26. Green Bay - ILB Manti Te'o Notre Dame
Te'o falls in about as good if a situation as he could. A smaller city that only cares about football. If Manti produces like Hawk should have the whole fake GF things should fade.
27. Houston - WR DeAndre Hopkins Clemson
Johnson has needed a solid no. 2 across from him since day one and they nab one here. Hopkins is a great route runner and understands where he needs to be to make the play. Hopkins is another WR that could rise further.
28. Denver - CB D.J. Hayden Houston
Hayden has a great story and can learn from one of the best to play the game. A smooth skill-set and natural coverage ability should be VERY welcomed to the Denver secondary.
29. New England - DL Datone Jones UCLA
Jones could crack top 20. Very versatile and active. Jones will play across from another Jones from last year and can kick inside on obvious passing downs. If this front can't stay healthy they could be a dominant front 4.
30. Jacksonville (from SD via ATL) - QB Matt Barkley USC
Jacksonville finds a spot to grab their QBoF. Barkley has been getting a bad wrap but looking at his production, understanding and high tangible character will bring Barkley to success and may end up being the best of the bunch.
31. St. Louis (from NYJ via SF) - S Johnathan Cyprien FIU
St. Louis needs some safety help or at least an upgrade. Cyprien is a playmaker and is just going to enhance that defense with Finnegan and Jenkins in the secondary and Laurinaitis, Long, Brockers and Quinn in the front 7.
32. Baltimore - WR Keenan Allen Cal
Allen falls and possibly not to a better team for him to fit in and integrate himself into this offense. Boldin bolted and the only truly reliable receiver is Torrey Smith. Allen has the ability to be the top WR in the class but health is a big ? You payed your QB $120,000,000. Get him weapons.
56. Seattle - OL Kyle Long Oregon
Seattle could go TE, 3-tech or really almost any position but if Kyle Long is still available he could fit in right away at RT or compete and likely win a G spot. Either way it's an upgrade on the OL and with better OL play the more time Russell has to get the ball into his myriad of receivers' hands.
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While I certainly like vaccaro, I don't think the niners do all the much. We never met with him or worked him out. I think the niners are wanting bigger more physical safety help, which is unfortunate because vacarro is a natural pairing with whitner. My gut is saying if we trade up, its for tank carradine.
Stupid NFL coaches and their need to reach for quarterbacks....
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:25 am
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Good Bengals pick
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:49 am
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0.0% chance that Vikings trade happens, they have too many holes on the team and the draft is fairly solid through the middle picks, no way the Vikings trade a 1st next year or their 2nd this year to move up, so no chance the Vikings trade up that high. Spielman loves his picks as well, and the team primarily runs a cover 2, they can get someone who can be good in that at pick 23 if they want.
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:52 am
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NO WAY! No way in hell does Jaguars trade up to get Matt Barkley, it just won't happen.
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:52 am
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There is NO REASON the Falcons trade up to take Werner...it makes no sense, if we trade up, hopefully it'll be for someone we need to trade up to get...
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:55 am
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If rather the Jets take Cyprien than Geno.
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 8:56 am
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Jones is a good pick for NE, I personally prefer Cyprien but this is a good mock overall.
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 9:14 am
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the trades really make no sense...Arizona will have to trade into Oaklands spot for Lane Johnson and Oakland is willing...Minnesota wont move that high up for Miller when they have a realistic shot at Rhoades and Trufant and Atlanta all the way up for Werner...who is solid but not a difference maker..naw..San Francisco trade...maybe
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Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 2:06 pm
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Great trade back but what are the details? Great pick.
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Location: Los Angeles
Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 5:41 pm
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Love cooper to the bears. Gives us great flexibility for our offensive line.
DaMike wrote:
Illiterate wrote:
Not a fan of this pick at all.
Well you can't read so how smart can you be....
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Location: Minnesota, Plymouth
Posted: Thu Apr 25, 2013 5:57 pm
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The Gnat wrote:
0.0% chance that Vikings trade happens, they have too many holes on the team and the draft is fairly solid through the middle picks, no way the Vikings trade a 1st next year or their 2nd this year to move up, so no chance the Vikings trade up that high. Spielman loves his picks as well, and the team primarily runs a cover 2, they can get someone who can be good in that at pick 23 if they want.
Agree that the Vikes would not trade up that high. They might be interested in moving up a few but have too many holes to be giving up other high picks.
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24. Indianapolis - DL Johnathan Hankins Ohio St.
A presence in needed on the DL (or front 7 in general for that matter) and Hankins could be gone by this point. If he does fall and Indy picks him up he'll stand out immediately as a fixture for that defense.
He is almost guaranteed to be there, and you're underselling our DL. We don't need DL help, were set at starting positions. Sly or Richardson at DE would be okay though.
Bad pick.
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The receptionist laughed at my husband when he called with a severe headache, told him to put a cold compress. There was no one available ALL DAY so the receptionist read the x-ray results. It wasn't until my husband berated the staff that the doctor finally called him back. And then he took no responsibility for his inaction or his staff's incompetence.
Wonderful doctor. Staff not so much. Last couple of times I've called I feel as though I ' m imposing on them. I've considered not going back. Will think about it.
Dr Delange is great. He has always listened intently to my explanations of injuries and allergies. He works with me to re-evaluate and try a new approach if something doesn't work. 5 stars. The staff is a mixed bag - as I recall one nice lady and one that gave me the impression that I was really annoying her by being there much less speaking to her. I find DMV friendlier : )
First time visit, Dr. was on time and very pleasant, attentive to my quetions, his answers were clear and concise. Staff freindly.
I am another unsatisfied person with this office - I switched doctors a year ago because of the poor service. Once, I went in just to learn about the results of some blood work and I ended up waiting 2 hours (they forgot about me, even though I signed the wait list and had an appointment). On top of this - which is an example of poor office staff - I also criticize the doctor. Yes, he is personable and kind. However, he missed several diagnoses with me - and he usually just sent me to outside doctors to get a second opinion.
His office staff are horrible. He is always at least 15 minutes late to call in patients, regardless of how early you come in. I can understand someone being behind due to excessive paper work, but he never apologizes for running late and his office staff say nothing to you to apologize for him being late. I was in the waiting room, complaining to another person about how we had been waiting there for an hour and the other person explained to me that he is always late for them too, the office staff overheard us and said nothing. Where is the respect? If there was universal healthcare, I do not believe that anyone would want to see him because it is just obnoxious to have to wait for so long to be cared for. My fiance thought he had a broken hand and they said that they could not schedule him an appointment for 3 weeks! All in all, I do not believe that there is respect in this office for the patients. Horrible HORRIBLE service. Very disappointed.
He is a great doctor, very friendly bedside manner. Unfortunately, his staff were terrible. Unorganized, misplaced files repeatedly, often would leave me on hold and forget about me--I had to wait 40mins once. We ended up leaving the practice because of his staff, although we liked him.
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