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(Sigh). So not to gulp the haterade, but I got a funny feeling when I saw the movie, right? Reading the diaries did nothing to quell it. It just further compounded my dis-ease with the whole Dangerous Minds template of self-sacrificing teachers in the hood. Hillary Swank probably rendered Ms. G more sympathetically, or that's just me not appreciating the tone of her entries-"my badness". I would've also appreciated some further notes on pedagogy/methodology in choosing the entries for this collection. For an example of a teacher who manages to accomplish this without relying too heavily on being a tryhard with much too simplistic an analysis on stereotypes, check Rafe Esquith.
but don't take my word for it, check her own diary entries:
"Even though I spent last year as a student teacher at Wilson High School, I'm still learning my way around the city. Long Beach is so different than the gated community I grew up in. Thanks to MTV dubbing Long Beach as the "gangsta-rap capital" with its depiction of a city, or L B C as the rappers refer to it. They think I should wear a bulletproof vest rather than pearls. Where I live in Newport Beach is a utopia compared to some of the neighborhoods seen in a Snoop Doggy Dogg video. Still, TV tends to blow things out of proportion." (1)
"So, to whip them into shape, I'm gonna have to get down and dirty. I'll have to burst their "Beverly Hills 90210" stereotype of me by getting in the trenches with them. Since I'm tackling Shakespeare soon, I need to convince them that this guy in tights who talks funny "has it going on". I need to show them Shakespeare's got a little "something something" for everyone. So what I'm going to do is make the Montagues and Capulets into a modern-day posse. They were true "OGs", as the kids say, the original gangsters, and although the language, colors, and turf had changed dramatically over the last four hundred years, the theme is universal." (32)

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Tableframe Desk Lamp in Onyx and Brass
This striking desk lamp features clean lines, a simple silhouette and noble materials to create a timeless piece that contains both modern and classic elements. Ideal as a functional piece of design in a study, a living room and even an entryway, this lamp rests on a white onyx stone base and its structure is made in bars of brass with a square section. LED lights run on the inside of the rectangle created by the brass and can be dimmed.Leggi di più
Elegant bronze candle holder, handcrafted by Osanna Visconti employing the traditional lost-wax casting technique. The curious décor piece is shaped after a melted candle, with the expanding wax under its base and strands of wax seamlessly trickling down the sides.Leggi di più
Petrona Blue and Purple Pendant
Transforming any decor with its alluring, warm light, this expertly crafted pendant lamp is inspired by the understated simplicity of children's educational toys. The abstract silhouette is made of two superimposed mouth-blown lamp shades: an elongated cylinder is framed by a suspended star. The intersection of these two fixtures reveals an alluring third hue. The sophisticated interplay of color and form brings lightness and playful charm to this unique piece. The lamp holder is cast in brass with a gunmetal finishLeggi di più
Part of the Tableware Collection this elegant candlestick is made of Murano mouth-blown white glass decorated with gold foil. It features a flared base with a small sphere supporting a trumpet-shaped stem with a round top embellished with a mosaic made of 24 kt gold tesserae and black glazes. The streamlined shape and the luxurious finish of this remarkable object make it a striking addition to a tabletop, mantle, or console and a festive gift.Leggi di più
"Tobia Scarpa for Flos - pendant light"
"Pendant light from the 60s.Designed by Tobia Scarpa. Manufactured by Flos in 1962.E27 light bulb.Material: white metal structure coated in a cocoon.In perfect working order. Original electric wiring.Good condition.Measurements for pendant light only: 50 × 45 cm"Leggi di più
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This superb ceiling lamp is modern and minimalist, while also boasting the exquisite traditional craftsmanship of the Murano glass-making masters. The shade has a delicate amber hue and its elongated bell-like silhouette is obtained by blowing the glass into a mold. Inside the lamp, a coat of white allows the light to spread evenly throughout its surface. The light bulb is E27 max 150W (also available UL E26 max 60W).Leggi di più
This exquisite lamp, with a hand-crafted brass structure and seven elegant candles in mouth-blown crystal lit from the inside with modern LED lights, creates a sophisticated and romantic atmosphere. In each piece a small brass cylinder carrying a personalized number attests to its uniqueness and authenticity. This piece can be custom made to desired size and finish.Leggi di più
This striking table lamp with its black cone-shaped fabric shade features a structure made of a vertical series of transparent glass spheres that have been hot-shaped by hand with elements in polished crystal. The half-sphere of the base is also in transparent glass.Leggi di più
Part of the Freevolle collection, this sculptural table lamp was completely handmade in Sabrina Landini's workshop. Its charming allure and contemporary design makes it ideal for a modern home. The brass structure, bent to create a sinuous silhouette, has a striking copper finish, while the pleated silk taffeta shade in a vivid yellow hue is shaped like a hat. The shade is connected to a joint that allows it to move and direct the light from the G9 bulb underneath. This unique piece comes in another size and five silk colors. Please ask the concierge for changes.Leggi di più
"Franco Raggi for Fontana Arte - Flûte"
"Original Fontana Arte floor lamp Made in Italy designer Franco Raggi. A glass cone houses the aluminium lampshade which is supported by three thin metal rods.An item characterised by balance and lightness giving an indirect light projection with a diffused but sharp light. Height: 192 cm.Cone diameter: 19 cm.Base diameter: 27 cm.In excellent condition. If requested we can send you a quote for shipping costs to your home. This will be calculated separately from the packaging cost as the lamp is made of glass and as it is long it is very delicate."Leggi di più
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This candle holder has unique sculptural shape and was exquisitely crafted in transparent red and clear glass, using glass blowing techniques developed by Bruno Morasso and Davide Zanella. Due to their hand crafted nature, the pieces can vary slightly in size, shape and weight.Leggi di più
This elegant chandelier is comprised of a triangular wooden structure that supports a solid brass lampshade. The structure is linked to its brass base by metal rods that allows it to change shape and produce a myriad of different designs.Leggi di più
Honey Venetian Glass Table Lamp
This striking table lamp will be an eye-catching addition to an entrance, a dining table, or a living room. The brushed and lacquered vertical metal structure with gold polish rests on top of a round base and stems vertically to support three Venetian mouth-blown elements in a delicate shade of honey. These three elements support the lights and are shaped like horns, with elongated silhouettes that create a dynamic effect. Different sizes and shapes are available. Please ask the concierge for details.Leggi di più
"Decoma Design for Sensai - Wood table lamp desk model - white lacquered
"New in its original packaging last pieces of a series.Lamp in solid pantographed wood this model is in white varnished ash wood. The Sensai brand is a leading Italian brand in lighting and interior design furniture with items designed by Italian designers and entirely made in Italy.Released in 2010 by the Leucos group.Sensai lamp.Line: Wood.Desk lamp.Material: solid ash wood.Finish: varnished white.Design: Decoma Design.Dimensions: 32.6 x 29.5 x 29.5 cm.Technical specifications:E27 light bulb attachment (light bulb not included). Maximum power: 18 W fluorescent.11 W LED. Insulation class: II. Voltage: 230 V.CE certificate."Leggi di più
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Korlux Semispherical Large Pendant Lamp
Crafted of metal and accented at the base with a natural cork cylinder, this pendant lamp exudes industrial charm. The black-finished semispherical shade will be eye-catching over a kitchen island, a dining table or in an entryway, with its soft, downward-facing glow enhanced by the white finish inside the diffuser. This lamp can be hung alone or clustered with other pieces from the Korlux collection, to create dynamic and captivating displays in a loft space or large interiors.Leggi di più
This chandelier is a contemporary statement piece designed by Alessandro Mognato. A stainless steel diamond-shaped element with a precious 24k gold cover features several holes that frame crystal octagons reflecting the light coming from underneath. This piece is equipped with two LED bulbs from a minimum of 6.4 W to a maximum of 12.4 W. The available options start with the basic WW 3000°K configuration, up to NW 4000°K configuration. Any version can be DALI or 0-10V dimmable with an eBLUE box optional to control the lamp via iOS or Android devices.Leggi di più
This sculpture is an original piece by Bartolozzi e Maioli. A Venetian Moor is portrayed brandishing a flambeau with an iron structure. Originally designed in the 1950s for a Miami Architecture studio, the piece is entirely hand-carved in Austrian pinewood.Leggi di più
Euphoria Candle Holder in Aquamarine
Entirely made in mouth-blown, hand-cut crystal, this playful candle holder features bright colors and modern shapes that reinvent the classic object to give a touch of contemporary allure to any table or living room. The aquamarine top, supported by a vivid yellow shaft is designed to bring happiness to any decor and can be paired with different items from the same collection to brighten up a table or an entryway with sophistication.Leggi di più
Using the rigadin ritorto technique for the elaborate, intertwining pattern of its six curved arms and decorative scrolls, and the balloton technique for the bobeche, this exquisite, handcrafted Venetian glass chandelier will brighten any home with its elegant shape. The blooming floral elements and fruit pendants are made of ruby, green, yellow, and red glass, while the delicate decorations on the flared rims and base of the bobeche, as well as top and base of the chandelier, are of ruby and green mace. Contact the Concierge for other available sizes and prices.Leggi di più
This exquisite table lamp is a perfect addition to a bedroom, study, or living room and its effortless combination of modern sensibility and classic craftsmanship makes it suitable for any decor. Its shade is in mouth-blown Murano glass with an amber finish that has a white interior to obtain the maximum reflection of the light from within. The shade presses against a polished steel structure that gives it its elongated shape. The structure rests on a wooden pedestal. The lightbulb is E14 max 60W (available also UL E12 max 60W).Leggi di più
Petrona Purple and Red Pendant
A whimsical sculptural work, this sophisticated pendant lamp imbues any decor with alluring and intimate light. Made of mouth-blown glass, the abstract silhouette is formed by superimposing two contrasting fixtures: an elongated cylinder in light purple surrounded by a suspended red star. The original open design and dazzling color juxtaposition reveals a stunning third color, adding visual harmony to the composition.Leggi di più
This table lamp is in brass and its sinuous and yet minimalist look makes it ideal to light offices of rooms in a sophisticated and modern way. Part of the Elements Collection, this lamp features a precious material, skillful execution by experience craftsmen, and an elegant, identifiable design.Leggi di più
Cortina Lanterna Sconce with Skiiers
Part of the limited Cortina collection created by Servomuto exclusively for Artemest, this exquisite sconce features a lantern shape with trimming highlighting its profile. The Pierre Frey fabric Les 3 Vallées depicts people enjoying a snow covered landscape. A striking addition to any wall, this piece can be displayed alone or grouped with others from the same collection to create a unique accent.Leggi di più
A superb lighting accent that will demand attention in any room of the house. Simple yet elegant, this floor lamp has a slim body standing on an octagonal base in macassar ebony, accented with a border of 24k gold-plated brass with jewel-inspired ornaments made of natural horn both on the top border and at the base. The ivory, octagonal-shape lampshade made of shantung is the perfect complement to this lamp that will deliver classic sophistication to any living space.Leggi di più
"12-light chandelier in solid brass - ca. 1900"
"Antique chandelier from late 19th/early 20th centuries completely restored.In polished cast solid brass dark bronze coloured decorated with 24 kt gold leaf applications.Chandelier weight: 18.5 kg; overall weight: 24 kg.12-light chandelier with Bohemian crystal pendants.Dimensions: width 93 cm; height 75 cm + 40 cm of adjustable chain and canopy.Rare item!Tracked shipping.It will be packed disassembled.Crystal spare parts available."Leggi di più
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This luxurious chandelier is a true work of art featuring a polished metal structure covered in over 1,600 hand-crafted pure white porcelain roses, the pure white shade achieved through a unique porcelain firing process. This piece was designed for an Arabian princess, keeping elegance and grandeur at the forefront of its production, ultimately creating an exclusive, unique, and functional decorative object. Due to the handmade nature of this piece, the placement of gold and silver leaf accents may slightly vary.Leggi di più
This sophisticated sconce has a brass structure in a light or dark burnished finish that supports a semi-spherical shade facing downwards and made in metal that can be either given a matte burnished or a matte golden finish, for a warmer final effect. The diffuser is in Murano mouth-blown glass that can be white, green, tobacco, or tainted. Alone in an entryway, or paired with others of the same series to give a dynamic touch to a living room, this light is the epitome of elegance and modernity.Leggi di più
Dahlia Brown Chandelier 12 Lights
This majestic chandelier is handcrafted entirely of mouth-blown Murano glass in a delicate shade of brown that will create elegant reflections in any decor. The structure is composed of a topaz-colored, smooth glass cup base from which extend two tiers of 4 + 8 curved arms of Murano glass with ribbed effect. Brown, nabuk rings with a topaz crystal support a glass bobeche in tobacco with hammered effects that enclose the light bulb. This exquisite piece is completed with brown nabuk bracelets and a Swarovski drop pendant for added sparkle.Leggi di più
"Giovanni Maria Malerba for Laudarte - Wall sconce"
"Giovanni Maria Malerba di Busca for Laudarte Wall sconce in brass 1990s unique piece.LAUDARTE wall lamp designer architect Giovanni Maria Malerba di Busca.Model: T160Old brass2010 ItalyDimensions: W 44 cm D 12 cm H 54 cmExcellent condition. The Laudarte company was founded in 1980 by Cristina Rossi.Its mission has always been the production of lamps and accessories able to combine the cultural characteristics of different nations and the heritage of artistic expression. Giovanni Maria Malerba is a famous architect child of an Italian father and a Swiss mother. Strongly drawn to each type of art form at an early age he devoted himself to painting. Passed a some time in Paris in the studio of Emile Gilioli a French-Italian sculptor of international reputation. After having attended the artistic high school he enrolled at the IUAV University of Venice where he studied architecture. Then he graduated in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. Giò di Busca works as an architect and versatile artist for commissions and prestigious companies in Italy as Laudarte and Colombostile and insert himself abroad especially inthe United States. where his unusual and daring style is appreciated.SHIPPING: The item for auction will be shipped with track and trace via DHL. You will receive the tracking code as soon as the parcel is shipped. With this code youll be able to track the status of your parcel and the estimated delivery date. This information can be obtained by inserting your tracking code on www.dhl.it.For further information about the status of the parcel its current position or the estimated delivery time please contact DHL directly via Facebook Messenger. You will receive a reply within 24 hours.Packaging material used for the shipping as follows: strong cardboard box protective films and 200 GR bubble wrap in order to protect your parcel from hits and falls."Leggi di più
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Set of 2 Paris Black and Gold Candles
An elegant addition to a contemporary home, this set of candles is a superb example of exquisite craftsmanship. Its plant-based wax was poured into a cylindrical shape and features a rich and refined tobacco scent. The standout element of this piece is its texture: a striking and irregular striation pattern in bas-relief with a surface in gold over a black background.Leggi di più
Cornelius Candle Holder in Marquina Marble
This elaborate candle holder showcases a tall rounded base in cypress wood with a delicate marble top in black Marquina marble. Arranged in a star-shaped configuration, circular notches grace the surface, effortlessly holding the candles into place. The rich combination of textures and colors infuses the piece with understated elegance and allure. Incredibly versatile, this refined candle holder doubles as a Pentalpha game and as a lavish centerpiece that will fit perfectly in a modern dining room decor.Leggi di più
Inspired by the world of planets and their satellites and part of the Lune collection (lune in Italian means moons), this piece of functional home decoration is made with a brass structure that pierces through a sphere in borosilicate glass that was mouth-blown according to ancient artisanal techniques. The brass is brushed with a wax coating to slow down the natural oxidation process, thus creating an alluring finish that ages gracefully over time. The result is a modern light that can be used alone or paired with others from the same series. The lightbulb is a 24V LED with 6W (equivalent of a traditional 40W), 380 lumens, 2700K.Leggi di più
This refined and unique lamp is part of the Puro Collection, distinctive for pieces all rigorously handmade of glass with a smooth, elegant finish. Each Puro item has a different pastel color, in this case, a delicate shade of pink that evokes the natural color of rose quartz. Suitable for classic or contemporary decors, inside this sophisticated vessel shines a LED lightbulb with warm white light with 20,000 durability. GU10-7W LED COB LC60° and 3000K Lumen (no dimmer).Leggi di più
A classic silhouette with a modern twist, this lavish candle holder is an homage to the stylized ornamentation of Italian palazzos. The square frame, made out of beige travertine limestone, is accented by large circular inserts in white leather embedded on all four sides. The candle holder itself is made using frosted borosilicate glass, producing a subtle, light diffusing effect. By itself or in a set, its simplicity and graphic allure make this piece a timeless addition to any home decor.Leggi di più
This sophisticated floor lamp has a contemporary appeal thanks to the geometric shapes that create a clean, minimalist silhouette. The round base and cylindrical shade are in metal with a black varnish finish, while the two shafts, connected in the middle to allow the light to be redirected without moving the base, are in elegant brass with a bronze finish.Leggi di più
The long diagonal lines created by the base and arms of this candelabra retain a sense of balance through an asymmetric disposition of the volumes. This elegant object is entirely crafted in 925 silver and can hold two candles. Only 99 copies of this piece are released per year making it part of an exclusive series. \nLeggi di più
Lillibet Copper Ceiling Lamp by Nigel Coates
This exquisite piece was designed by Nigel Coates and combines new and traditional materials to create a timeless ceiling lamp. Equally stunning to complement a contemporary or classic home, this object of functional decor comprises several radial elements that create a three-dimensional carapace to the light shining within. Each sinuous element is crafted of an innovative crystal-like material, Cristalflex, flexible and durable, here in a copper finish. Each layer of the piece is highlighted with a transparent crystal decoration.Leggi di più
This magnificent table lamp features a structure in brushed brass and copper. The round base, with classically inspired decorations, is adorned with a Bohemian crystal element that will reflect the light coming from the three E27 bulbs (max 75W) to create a unique ambiance. The same precious crystal motif recurs in the sphere at the top of the shade. A modern interpretation of a traditional design, this piece will be a timeless addition to any home.Leggi di più
Designed exclusively for Stranger Pinks, an event organized by Artemest for the Fuorisalone during Milan Design Week 2018, this stunning floor lamp boast contemporary elegance. It is inspired by the world of cartoons, evoking the silhouette of a famous mouse in the two glass spheres of slightly different sizes supported by a brushed brass structure. The direction of each light can be adjusted separately and the lower arm - adorned with horsehair - can be rotated around the vertical element and fixed at the desired position. The 1x4 1x6 Watts light is dimmable. Light control included.Leggi di più
Taking its inspiration from the ocean life, this lamp doubles as a decorative sculpture. Slim decorative elements - a transparent resin oval and a black metal rectangular - sit atop a resin square base to support the main element. A tortoise shell is showcased at the center in a gold glossy finish that is highlighted by the exquisite black cotton pleated lampshade. This is a glamorous statement piece that will enliven any desk and console.Leggi di più
Dome Medium Ceiling Lamp by Analogia Project
This stunning ceiling lamp will make an elegant statement in both a classic and contemporary decor, thanks to its timeless half-spherical silhouette, reminiscent of classical architecture, and the abstract vertical decorative pattern that graces its surface in delicate pale-blue and grey hues. When turned on, the LED light is reflected by the shade, creating unique effects. This piece was designed by Analogia Project and is available in different colors and sizes, please ask the Concierge for details.Leggi di più
Adaptations Marble Lamp by Veronica Todisco
This modern interpretation of the traditional Italian table lamp was designed by Veronica Todisco and handcrafted by master artisans. Two blocks of solid Carrara marble are carved to create a precious sculpture with a unique and voluptuous shape, in which light and stone playfully interact. Every piece of this limited edition is a one-of-a-kind and elegant object.Leggi di più
20th Century Black Marquina Lamp
This uniquely shaped lamp crafted in Black Marquina Marble, and endowed with a brass frame, is inspired by the Art Déco style. The splendid black marble appears to float within the triangular polished brass structure. Even when the lamp is not illuminated, the beauty and pristine quality of the marble is visible, through all of its inclusions which can never be repeated. The lamp features a 3,6W LED module IP20.Leggi di più
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City bankruptcy new trend in California
Larry Clifton
Jul 11, 2012 in
San Bernardino
- California's estimated budget deficit may increase another $1 billion to $17 billion this year, an accounting nightmare that is mirrored by many of the state's cities and local governments.
San Bernardino
is poised to join Stockton and Mammoth Lakes as officially bankrupt California cities. Tuesday, Stockton and Mammoth Lakes officials filed for bankruptcy protection less than a month ago, and together with San Bernardino suggest a troubling trend in the once wealthy state.
San Bernardino City Council voted to move forward with bankruptcy proceedings Tuesday evening after city leaders decided their financial situation was so desperate that the city couldn't cover its payroll. The interim city manager told council members the city faced a $46-million deficit and had no cash to cover such spending.
"We have an immediate cash-flow issue," Andrea Miller told the mayor and seven-member City Council. Pending bankruptcy for the city of 209,000 raises concerns about the fiscal stability of other California cities. Amid declining tax bases, bloated city budgets and an extended economic slump, many local governments are slashing jobs and services.
Many city budget deficits are tied to big-spending in years past. For example,
, a Central Valley agricultural hub, tried to remake itself during the last decade as bedroom community for San Francisco Bay Area residents. The city spent tens of millions of dollars on a marina, a high-rise hotel and a promenade, all economic failures.
During the building boom new residential developments sprang in Stockton suburbs; today, many of them sit empty, their mortgages mired in foreclosure. Stockton has one of the highest foreclosure rates in the country.
As Stockton increased spending, tax collection plummeted and the city lacked the funds to pay its debts. Even the government labor contracts have been declared unsustainable. Last month the Stockton City Council voted to stop bond payments and gut employee health and retirement benefits in order to get through the year on a bare bones budget.
"This is what we must do to get our fiscal house in order and protect the safety and welfare of our citizens," Mayor Ann Johnston said in a statement when the city filed its bankruptcy paperwork.
Days later, the High Sierra town of
Mammoth Lakes
— population: 7,700 — also filed for bankruptcy protection. Mammoth Lakes filed for bankruptcy after losing a court judgment in a dispute with a developer. The town reportedly could not pay a $43-million breach-of-contract judgment brought by the developer. The judgment is said to be several times the size of Mammoth Lakes' annual operating budget.
The town signed an agreement with Mammoth Lakes Land Acquisition in 1997 to make improvements to a nearby airport's fixed-base operations. In return, the company would get rights to develop a large hotel project at the airport and an option to buy the land.
However in 2007 the town changed its priorities and refused to move forward with the hotel project; the developer filed suit and won.
In San Bernardino, Mayor Patrick Morris said Wednesday's 4-2 vote was a "stain" on the city, but insisted only other option was "draconian cuts" to all city services, including the police and fire departments.
San Bernardino's financial situation was exacerbated by escalating pension costs, lucrative labor agreements, Sacramento's raid on redevelopment funds and a city reserve that is tapped out, officials said.
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Eric Ebron
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Ebron Could Use Some Luck
Colts signed TE Eric Ebron, formerly of the Lions, to a two-year contract. Coach Frank Reich called Ebron an "elite tight end."
The last time we saw Andrew Luck healthy (2016), the Colts used 2+ TE sets at the 3rd-highest rate in the NFL and had the 6th-highest target share to TEs.
04/01/18, 11:32 AM CDT by Wheeler
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Carlos Hyde
San Francisco 49ers
Hyde and Seek
Browns agreed to terms with RB Carlos Hyde, formerly of the 49ers, on a three-year, $15 million contract.
Obtaining Hyde has several trickle-down effects; first it replaces Crowell who signed with the Jets, it probably diminishes Duke Johnson's value a bit. Hyde is a better all-around back than Crowell was and will certainly take over the goal-line work seeing that he's got 20+ pounds on Duke. It also reduces the likelihood that Cleveland takes Saquon Barkley with the 4th pick in the draft. They will most likely look to draft a defensive player (Chubb) or trade down again.
04/01/18, 11:28 AM CDT by Wheeler
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Jerick McKinnon
Minnesota Vikings
McKinnon Goes West For Gold-Rush
49ers agreed to terms with RB Jerick McKinnon, formerly of the Vikings, on a four-year, $30 million contract.
McKinnon averaged a ho-hum 3.8 yards a carry for the Vikings and scored three rushing touchdowns. By contrast, San Francisco's former lead runner, Carlos Hyde, averaged 3.9 yards an attempt in 2017 and had eight rushing touchdowns.
It appears as though Shanahan is enamored with McKinnon's athletic metrics, but I'm not so sure he was "pounding the table" to get him. This move could push the Niner's to cut Joe Williams.
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Mike Wallace
Baltimore Ravens
Eagles Keep Improving
Eagles signed WR Mike Wallace to a one-year contract.
Mike Wallace can still move posting a top five max speed among wide receivers last season. He will fill the void left by Torrey Smith as a speed vertical threat.
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Terrelle Pryor
Washington Redskins
Jets Searching For Weapons
Jets agreed to terms with WR Terrelle Pryor, formerly of Washington and Cleveland.
Second year in a row on a new team doesn't really help Pryor's cause, but I like the idea of him on the field with Teddy Bridgewater at some point. I would imagine, with some creativity, the Jets could really design some innovative gadget plays.
The Jets receiving corps really looks like a bunch of question marks at this point though, no telling what the week-to-week outcome will be with these guys.
Jermaine Kearse: 65 catches, 810 yards, 5 touchdowns (2017)
Robby Anderson: 63 catches, 941 yards, 7 touchdowns (2017)
Quincy Enunwa: 58 catches, 857 yards, 4 touchdowns (2016)
Terrelle Pryor: 77 catches, 1007 yards, 4 touchdowns (2016)
04/01/18, 11:04 AM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Carlos Henderson
Denver Broncos
Sleeper Watch
Broncos coach Vance Joseph said the team is "counting on" Carlos Henderson making an impact in 2018.
If you are paying attention to Staggs projections there is plenty of opportunity for Henderson to step into a solid number of targets in the slot. Henderson was hindered by injury and awful QB play last year. Being drafted in the 18th round or later in best-ball leagues, Henderson is the late round flyer that should be on your radar.
04/01/18, 11:00 AM CDT by Wheeler
Source: www.denverpost.com
Ben Watson
Baltimore Ravens
Watson Returns To Big Easy
Saints signed TE Ben Watson, formerly of the Ravens, to a one-year contract.
Watson had 74 catches on 110 targets for 825 yards and 6 TD's when he was with the Saints in 2015. After missing 2016 he had a pretty good year with Baltimore last year despite an anemic offense, with 61 catches on 79 targets for 522 yards and 4 TD's. He's not a bad late round flyer TE. He's basically free right now, but I expect by the time the season starts he'll be being drafted within the top 20 at the position.
04/01/18, 10:54 AM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Jeff Janis
Green Bay Packers
Janis Truthers Challenged
Browns officially signed former Packers' WR Jeff Janis.
The combine superstar never amounted to anything in Green Bay, I highly doubt Cleveland is the place for him to finally break-out.
04/01/18, 10:50 AM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Thomas Rawls
Seattle Seahawks
Jets Sign Rawls
Rawls had five RB1 games in 2015, one in 2016, and has been a disappointment since. He's not worth your time in fantasy, but he could cause enough disruption in the Jets backfield to cut any upside we might have hoped for from Isaiah Crowell.
04/01/18, 10:48 AM CDT by Wheeler
Source: www.newyorkjets.com
Allen Robinson
Jacksonville Jaguars
Coo coo ca choo Mr. Robinson
Bears signed WR Allen Robinson, formerly of the Jaguars, to a three-year, $42 million contract.
This is a great move for Robinson and Chicago. Nagy's offense and the young QB, Trubiski, should benefit Robinson at least as much as Bortles did, and Chicago gets the top WR in free agency.
Everyone on the team will be in a new scheme so there will be an adjustment, but as they start to gel we should see a big second half. Robinson's recovery from a torn ACL doesn't scare me away from drafting him in the late third/early fourth, his current MFL10 ADP is 43 overall while his Draft app ADP is 59.9. I expect Robinson to be somewhere in the range of 75 receptions, for 1100 yards and 8 TD's.
03/24/18, 08:25 PM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Sammy Watkins
Los Angeles Rams
KC Building Strong Air Attack
Chiefs signed Sammy Watkins, formerly of the Rams, to a three-year, $48 million contract.
I'm a big Sammy truther so getting him in the 5th or 6th round is a pure power move. His current Draft app ADP of 87.1 is an absolute steal, his MFL10 ADP of 69.5 is still a great value in my opinion. There are quite a few options for high targets in KC so I don't expect him to see the 128 targets he saw his rookie year, but he should definitely see more than the 70 he saw last year. He'll have an entire offseason to work with the near-rookie QB, and at age 25 he should have enough burst left to have a 70 catch, 1050 yd, 8TD line. For his career he has 16 receptions on 30 targets for 12 TD's in the Red Zone, and 9 receptions on 13 targets, for 8 TD's inside the opponents 10. He should be the exact WR the Chiefs need to get over the hump. As a team the Chiefs were 34/75 for 13 TD's in the Red-Zone last year and 12/24 for 10 TD inside the 10.
03/24/18, 08:19 PM CDT by Wheeler
Source: www.pro-football-reference.com
Kirk Cousins
Washington Redskins
Vikings Like That
Kirk Cousins plans to sign a three-year, fully-guaranteed contract from the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday. The deal is believed to be for around $86 million, and reports are it will be fully-guaranteed, a landmark for an NFL free agent.
Should be a lateral move for Kirk as far as fantasy, better WR's, but fewer passes thrown in this offense. A healthy Dalvin Cook should be able to run out the clock if they are up in the second half of games and take the ball out of Cousins hands near the end zone. It should also help the overall efficiency of the offense so all in all it increases his floor, but cuts any garbage-time production we've seen with Washington. Kyle Rudolph becomes a big benefactor here, Cousins loves his TE, especially near the end-zone.
03/24/18, 08:16 PM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Case Keenum
Minnesota Vikings
Denver Makes Case
Broncos signed QB Case Keenum, formerly of the Vikings, to a two-year, $36 million contract.
Well, I was hoping for more than a bridge QB for my favorite WR (D. Thomas), but this is a definite upgrade from the three stooges Denver put behind center last year.
03/24/18, 08:13 PM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
LeGarrette Blount
Philadelphia Eagles
Detroit Sparks Up Blount
The Lions signed free agent RB LeGarrette Blount to a 1-year deal worth $4.5M. He's back with Matt Patricia, as the New England ties are strong.
The Lions have needed a true goal-line/power-back for years. I expect Blount to get between 150-200 touches and all the short-yardage carries. Detroit's offense doesn't really fit what Blount brings to the table, but I expect Patricia will have some influence over how the offense will operate from here-on-out.
03/24/18, 08:10 PM CDT by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Cleveland Browns
Money Ball: The Sequel
Hate to start out the offseason with the Cleveland Browns, but they are makin' moves!
Browns acquired: Tyrod Taylor, Jarvis Landry, Damarious Randall
Browns gave up: 2018 3rd-round pick (No. 65), 2018 4th-round pick, 2019 7th-round pick, DeShone Kizer
Building with experienced quality performers that have something to prove, by selling inconsequential draft picks is exactly what Sashi Brown was building up for. It's a shame he won't be around to reap the rewards, but these are quality moves for a win-now mentality.
03/09/18, 09:37 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Tyrod Taylor
Buffalo Bills
Hue Looks To TyGoat
Browns left tackle Joe Thomas, who's pondering his future, is a fan of Tyrod Taylor and has said so on the ThomaHawk Show podcast.
Tyrod is just one season removed (2016) from being the QB11 in average fantasy ppg, including seven 20+ point weeks and six 15+ point weeks. Given the current talent on the O-line and skill position weapons he could improve on those numbers. He has the potential to be this year's Alex Smith, definitely heading my late-round (12+) QB picks now.
03/09/18, 09:32 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Deshone Kizer
Cleveland Browns
Packers Get In On The Fun
The Packers have traded for QB DeShone Kizer from the Browns to Green Bay.
This is the best possible scenario for Kizer, who was thrown into the fire last season. Getting the chance to develop and learn behind the best in the business is the best chance he has for longevity.
03/09/18, 09:30 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Torrey Smith
Philadelphia Eagles
On The Move Again
The Eagles trade WR Torrey Smith to the Panthers for CB Daryl Worley. Torrey Smith could fill the old Ted Ginn role which makes this fairly interesting. Stagg Party says it's more of a boost for Cam than Torrey himself.
This is an absolute perfect fit, someone who isn't going to demand the ball, but can take the top off a defense while McCaffrey, Olsen, and Cam work underneath. Torrey is looking like a great late-round flyer.
03/09/18, 09:28 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
DeMarco Murray
Tennessee Titans
Henry Hype Train Has Clear Track
DeMarco Murray was released by the Titans.
No surprise here, expect Derick Henry to be a lead back with 250+ touches, but they will bring in someone that will play the third-down, pass-catching role out of the backfield. I wouldn't be surprised if they sign someone like Jerick McKinnon or Rex Burkhead, or even Darren Sproles or Charles Sims. There are also plenty of options in the NFL draft, Henry won't be a true "Bell Cow."
03/09/18, 09:17 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
Marquise Goodwin
San Francisco 49ers
The Name Says It All
Marquise Goodwin and the 49ers have agreed to a 3yr extension worth $20.3M & 10M guaranteed.
Shanahan has found his big-play threat at a reasonable price. Goodwin caught 56 balls for 962 yards last season, but only had two TD's. None of his six longest plays (33+ yards) were from Garoppollo so it leads me to believe they will still be looking for a top of the line WR, even with Garcon coming back from injury.
03/09/18, 09:15 PM CST by Wheeler
Source: twitter.com
2012 Fantasy Football Start 'Em Sit 'Em for Week 9
Posted by Dawgmaticå on 10/31/12
Start 'Em Sit 'Em – Week 9
Bye Week Teams
New England Patriots, New York Jets, San Francisco 49ers, St. Louis Rams
Robert Griffin III (vs. Car) – So the very week I proclaim my unwavering faith in Mr. Griffin III, the guy goes out and puts up his biggest fantasy stinker of the year. Go figure. It happens to the best of 'em though, so I'm not too worried about it. This Sunday he'll face off against a Carolina Panthers team that has actually been pretty good against QBs this season, but it's really only because teams keep trying to run all over them. In fact, the Panthers D has allowed the second-highest passing percentage in the league right now at a whopping 68.4 percent! Because of their mediocre rush D, RGIII will gain a good 70-80 yards on the ground, but I still expect him to throw for around 250 yards as well so when you add all that to the three combined TDs he'll have, you're looking at a top-of-the-line fantasy day my friends.
Matthew Stafford (at Jax) – They don't call this guy "Second-Half Staff" for nothing! Against a Seattle defense he had no business dominating last week, Matthew Stafford proceeded to throw for 352 yards and three touchdowns while also running in a fourth TD for good measure. Hey, he didn't throw for 5,000 yards last season because he was lucky! However, it's no coincidence that his tide suddenly turned, either, as it's plainly obvious how much Stafford and the Lions offense needed Titus Young to get more involved. This week, the Lions visit a Jaguars team that surprisingly kept Aaron Rodgers at bay last weekend—though I don't believe they'll do the same against Stafford. As a matter of fact, now that Matty has a taste of what it's like to be elite again, I'm kind of expecting an explosion here.
Michael Vick (at NO, Monday night) – This is it for Michael Dwayne Vick. Either he puts together a good game against a league-worst Saints defense this Monday night, or he likely loses his starting job to a rookie. It's that simple. Does he have enough magic left in the tank to pull it off? I believe he does, though that doesn't necessarily mean that the Eagles will win the game. What it DOES mean, however, is that you should be starting him on your fantasy team this week as the Saints defense has allowed the most fantasy points per game to opposing QBs this season. Again, it's as simple as that.
Cam Newton (at Was) – Is Cam Newton back? The Chicago Bears aren't in the habit of allowing opposing QBs to look good throwing for 300 yards against them, but that's exactly what Newton did this past Sunday. This week he'll be looking at a Redskins defense that has allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season along with the most passing touchdowns in the league. That doesn't necessarily mean Newton will prosper, as the Panthers will likely be without their WR2, Brandon LaFell, this weekend, but I still expect Cam to shine. Whatever happens, this is certainly one of the best games to watch in Week 9 with the 2011 rookie of the year (Newton) going up against the possible 2012 rookie of the year (RGIII). If anything, it will be fun to see which QB comes out on top.
Others with QB1 Potential:
Andrew Luck (vs. Mia)
Ben Roethlisberger (at NYG)
Matt Schaub (vs. Buf)
Carson Palmer (vs. TB)
Jay Cutler (at Ten)
Ryan Tannehill (at Ind)
Russell Wilson (vs. Min)
Marshawn Lynch (vs. Min) – Lynch has four 100-yard games on the season yet surprisingly, only one of them came at home. I mention this because last year he had six 100-yard games with only one of them coming on the road. Basically, Marshawn is due for another home 100-yarder; and its coming this week. The Vikings didn't allow a single RB to put up double-digit fantasy points against them through the first five weeks of the season. However, Minnesota has allowed one in each of their last three games with all of them putting up at least one rushing touchdown and the last two going up over 100 yards as well. Lynch should be fed like crazy in this game which almost assuredly means RB1 fantasy numbers.
Willis McGahee (at Cin) – I think McGahee kind of likes this Peyton Manning-led offensive system. He's currently ninth in the league in fantasy points per game, tenth in rushing yards and tied for eighth in rushing TDs, so what's not to like. Some games have been better than others, but I fully expect this to be one of his better ones going up against a Cincinnati defense that has allowed the fifth-most fantasy points per game and second-most rushing touchdowns in the league. Willis put up 101 yards and a TD against the Bengals last season, so with the Denver offense clicking the way it has been lately, there's no reason not to expect the same this time around.
Alfred Morris (vs. Car) – Alfred Morris has put up double-digit fantasy points in six of the Redskins eight games this season and I have no doubt that he'll make it a seventh this week. The kid also has five rushing TDs, which is tied for second in the league behind Arian Foster. Basically, The Butler is the real deal, folks, and there doesn't seem to be a need to worry about him being in a Shanahan offense either. This weekend he'll be up against a Panthers rush D that was one of the worst in the league for a while there, but have somehow turned it around and done pretty well in their last few games. That being said, their focus will be mainly on Robert Griffin III this Sunday, so there should be plenty of open holes for Morris to barrel through and rack up the rushing yards.
Matt Forte (at Ten) – Tennessee's main problem with opposing running backs isn't so much in defending the rush, but more so against multi-dimensional RBs that can do just as much damage through the air as they can on the ground. In fact, the Titans D has allowed the most receiving yards, most receiving touchdowns and second-most receptions to running backs this season. Basically, the things that the Titans are the worst at are the same things that Matt Forte happens to be best at. Because the Tennessee offense can actually be pretty lethal at times, the Bears will want to control the clock as well, so look for Forte to get a healthy amount of work this weekend en route to a low-end RB1 fantasy day. In PPR leagues, go ahead and change that "low-end" designation to "high-end".
Trent Richardson (vs. Bal) – It turns out the scare fantasy owners had when Richardson exited the Indy game two weeks ago after re-injuring his ribs was really nothing at all. Obviously he was just fine after watching him run for 122 yards and a touchdown against a Chargers defense last week that hadn't allowed a 100-yard rusher since Week 12 of last season. This Sunday, he takes on a decimated Baltimore D for the second time this season. Back in Week 4, Trent put up 104 total yards and a touchdown against them but that was WITH all of their defensive studs still healthy, so I'm expecting a much better turn-out this time around. There are a lot of classic matchups this weekend and I have no doubt that this one between Trent and Ray Rice will become one of the best over the next few years.
Others with RB1 Potential:
Reggie Bush (at Ind)
Darren McFadden (vs. TB)
Doug Martin (at Oak)
DeMarco Murray (at Atl, Sunday night) – IF ACTIVE
Jonathan Dwyer (at NYG)
Fred Jackson (at Hou)
Jonathan Stewart (at Was)
Daniel Thomas (at Ind)
Denarius Moore (vs. TB) – Yes, Denarius Moore is sitting in my top-five wide receivers for the week. I mean, have you seen how much Carson Palmer loves him?!?! The kid has been targeted no less than eight times in his six games played this season and has now caught a touchdown in his last three straight. The kid is a weekly highlight reel to watch and to be honest; it wouldn't shock me to hear Palmer say that he throws him the ball simply to see what the kid will do next. Moore wouldn't make it this high in my rankings simply on aesthetics, obviously, so there must be some other reason. Well, there is. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers pass defense was pretty bad to begin with, but in this past week, not only have they traded their best, yet troubled cornerback Aqib Talib to the Patriots, but they also have their second-best CB, Eric Wright, dealing with some Achilles soreness and as a possible four-game suspension swirling around in his mind as well. Basically, the fantasy points are ripe for the pickin' this week.
Julio Jones (vs. Dal, Sunday night) – The Dallas Cowboys secondary, particularly their cornerbacks, have been awesome at defending the pass this season. However, if they've had any sort of pinpointed trouble thus far, it's been against taller/bigger receivers who can stretch the field. Julio Jones happens to be one of the best in the game in that exact problem-area for the 'Boys. The Atlanta offense has quickly become one of the best in the game and can strike at any time with their new high-tempo offense, part of which is due to the big-play threat of Mr. Julio Jones. Considering how often Dallas turns the ball over and how good the Falcons are at taking it away, I can easily see a good five to seven red-zone drives in which Jones will have a chance to use his size for a TD. He may not put up awesome yardage in the end, but at least one touchdown should be forthcoming.
Randall Cobb (vs. Ari) – This kid is really something else, isn't he. He's pretty much the same type of player as Percy Harvin at this point, though he might actually have better juke moves than Percy though doesn't NEARLY have the same type of size and power. With Jordy Nelson unlikely to suit up this Sunday, Cobb has to be considered the top target for Aaron Rodgers which can't possibly translate to a ranking outside of the top-ten. Arizona hasn't been bad against the pass this season, but their pass-rush has been pretty awesome as they're currently tied for first in the league (WITH GREEN BAY) with 26 sacks on the season. I mention this because it looks like Rodgers will be under pressure all game and if so, he might have to get rid of the ball quickly. With Cobb being as dynamic as he is and more of an underneath guy than anything else, I have no doubt he'll see the most targets of the Packers receivers in this game and with the ball in his hands, the kid is flat-out lethal.
Andre Johnson (vs. Buf) – Andre Johnson has one 100-yard game and two touchdowns through seven games this season and caught three or fewer passes in four of them. By now, we all know that this isn't the same Andre Johnson as in years past, but I have no doubt he still has some big games left in him. This week against the Buffalo Bills is going to be one of them. Strange as it sounds, 'Dre is actually being targeted FAR more at home than he is on the road (9.5 to 4.7) and has obviously put up way better stats at home because of it. The Bills defense is bad enough against the run that the Texans would probably never need to pass the ball, but that's exactly when they WILL pass the ball because it's the direction the Bills would least expect them to go. Do I expect one of those insane 11-193-2 stat-lines Johnson used to put up? No, but he'll definitely have himself a quiet low-end WR1 day while Arian Foster steals the show.
Steve Smith (at Was) – It's been awhile since Stevie Fists found his way into my top-ten, but if there was any week of the season it would be for the old-timer, this would be it. Smitty showed last week against the Chicago Bears that he can still hang with the big fantasy boys when he caught seven passes for 118 yards against arguably the best defense in the league. Of course, I can't go without mentioning his colossal F-up when he slipped on an out-route and allowed CB Tim Jennings to take a pick-six for the lead in the fourth quarter, but he still had an outstanding game otherwise. This week the Panthers travel to Washington where Smith will be aiming for his FIRST touchdown of the season against possibly the worst pass defense in the league. Last year against them he put up 143 yards on seven catches, but didn't come away with a TD. This year I can see the touchdown happening, but maybe only around 100 yards as he might be double-covered from time to time with Brandon LaFell likely out due to a concussion.
Others with WR1 Potential:
Mike Wallace (at NYG)
Jeremy Maclin (at NO, Monday night)
Eric Decker (at Cin)
DeSean Jackson (at NO, Monday night)
Marques Colston (vs. Phi, Monday night)
Titus Young (at Jax)
Darrius Heyward-Bey (vs. TB)
Anquan Boldin (at Cle)
Brian Hartline (at Ind)
Sidney Rice (vs. Min)
Mike Williams (at Oak)
Brandon LaFell (at Was)
Kevin Walter (vs. Buf)
Greg Little (vs. Bal)
Heath Miller (at NYG)
Jason Witten (at Atl, Sunday night)
Owen Daniels (vs. Buf)
Greg Olsen (at Was)
Others with TE1 Potential:
Antonio Gates (vs. KC, Thursday night)
Brent Celek (at NO, Monday night)
Jermaine Gresham (vs. Den)
Kyle Rudolph (at Sea)
Joel Dreessen (at Cin)
Jared Cook (vs. Chi)
Dwayne Allen (vs. Mia)
Kellen Davis (at Ten)
Jordan Cameron (vs. Bal)
Tony Romo (at Atl, Sunday night)
Andy Dalton (vs. Den)
Christian Ponder (at Sea)
Jake Locker (vs. Chi) – OUT – Shoulder; may not return until after Week 11 bye
Kevin Kolb (at GB) –OUT – Sternum, Ribs, Shoulder; out at least 6-8 weeks
Brady Quinn (at SD, Thursday night) – OUT – Head; possible concussion
BYE WEEK QBs
New England – Tom Brady
New York Jets – Mark Sanchez / Tim Tebow
San Francisco – Alex Smith / Colin Kaepernick
St. Louis – Sam Bradford
Ahmad Bradshaw (vs. Pit)
Chris Johnson (vs. Chi)
Michael Turner (vs. Dal, Sunday night)
Donald Brown (vs. Mia)
Alex Green (vs. Ari)
Maurice Jones-Drew (@ GB) – OUT – Foot; won't need surgery, but should be sidelined for multiple games
DeMarco Murray (vs. NYG) – QUESTIONABLE – Foot; could return in Week 9
Rashard Mendenhall (vs. Was) – QUESTIONABLE – Achilles; could return in Week 9
Isaac Redman (vs. Was) – PROBABLE – Ankle
Ben Tate (vs. Buf) – DOUBTFUL – Hamstring; may not be able to play for a couple of weeks
BYE WEEK RBs
New England – Stevan Ridley / Danny Woodhead / Shane Vereen / Brandon Bolden
New York Jets – Shonn Greene / Bilal Powell / Joe McKnight
San Francisco – Frank Gore / Kendall Hunter / Brandon Jacobs / LaMichael James
St. Louis – Steven Jackson / Daryl Richardson / Isaiah Pead
Torrey Smith (at Cle)
Stevie Johnson (at Hou)
Kenny Britt (vs. Chi)
Malcom Floyd (vs. KC, Thursday night)
Leonard Hankerson (vs. Car)
Greg Jennings (vs. Ari) – OUT – Abdominal surgery; could be out 3-6 weeks
Jordy Nelson (vs. Ari) – QUESTIONABLE – Hamstring
Pierre Garcon (vs. Car) – OUT – Foot; week-to-week
Nate Burleson (at Jax) – OUT – Broken leg; placed on IR and will miss the remainder of the season
Alshon Jeffery (at Ten) – OUT – Hand
Mohamed Massaquoi (vs. SD) – QUESTIONABLE - Hamstring
Doug Baldwin (vs. Min) – OUT – Ankle; could miss some time with a high ankle sprain
Harry Douglas (vs. Dal, Sunday night) – QUESTIONABLE – Ankle, knee
Joseph Morgan (vs. Phi, Monday night) – QUESTIONABLE – Chest
BYE WEEK WRs
New England – Wes Welker / Brandon Lloyd / Julian Edelman / Deion Branch
New York Jets – Jeremy Kerley / Stephen Hill / Chaz Schilens
San Francisco – Michael Crabtree / Mario Manningham / Randy Moss / Kyle Williams
St. Louis – Danny Amendola / Brandon Gibson / Chris Givens / Steve Smith / Brian Quick / Austin Pettis
Dennis Pitta (at Cle)
Jermichael Finley (vs. Ari)
Coby Fleener (vs. Mia)
Fred Davis (@ Pit) – OUT – Achilles; was placed on IR and is done for the season
Coby Fleener (vs. Mia) – OUT – Shoulder; out at least two weeks with partial dislocation of left shoulder
BYE WEEK TEs
New England – Rob Gronkowski / Aaron Hernandez
New York Jets – Dustin Keller
San Francisco – Vernon Davis / Delanie Walker
St. Louis – Lance Kendricks
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Between my recent diagnosis and the series of migraines, I've been feeling kind of out of it – just not myself. However, I found something that really made me laugh – Gizoogle. This site "Snoop Doggs" any web site you want. So, my blog Gizoogled is pretty funny.
I can't get over how something so stupid is making me laugh so much.
Ally – your blog has a new name – Bizzle My Lovely. Love it!!!


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Becoming a member of the Association of Natural Scientific Professions was my key to acquiring a critical skills letter to enable my temporary residence permit. On July 13th, I submitted my application to become a professional member of SACNASP. On July 22nd, my referees completed their reports for SACNASP. Then we settled down to wait.
I had hoped that we would have some feedback in the first month, but my request for a status update on August 24th was met with unwelcome news. SACNASP claimed that I never paid my processing fee, and so they had not begun processing my application! I sent my receipt from the organization back to them, and now it appears that they will take up my application at their October, 2015 meeting, with final evaluation at a November 19th, 2015, meeting. I would be very lucky to be in South Africa by the end of 2015, by this mechanism.
As of April, 2015, I had my appointment letter from Stellenbosch University. At the current rate of progress, a minimum of eight months will have passed since that letter before I can take up the position. I have been discussing with Stellenbosch University some strategies to short-cut these delays. Hopefully some of these will bear fruit in the days to come.


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Cork people see their city as neat, clean and bijou while they regard Dublin as a sprawling, smelly mess.
Cork people see their city as neat, clean and bijou while they regard Dublin as a sprawling, smelly mess.
A Ryanair spokesman was quoted as saying: "We know it's a picture of Cork, but there's nowhere as beautiful in Dublin as Cork, so we used it to try and get more French passengers to fly to Dublin."
cork has always been a strange place, from siding with perkin warbeck, to pitchcapping and executing fine wexford men in 1798 to hurlers who go on strike.
they have a (very misplaced) sense of superiority and while it's a fine city with some lovely coast, it's full of people who are in turn full of themselves.
I suppose they would be similar to people from chester who look down on the people from wales and liverpool
It's not good natured fun. They genuinely are cúnts. They are pretty good at insulting people from other counties, and in a nasty way. Having encountered and been puzzled by their nasty behaviour over many years, I have given up wondering about it, and I now just reciprocate.
We can all give or take a slagging over a football or hurling match, but Cork people are genuinely nasty.
They are the only set of supporters whose defeats and tragedies, both sporting and personal I genuinely rejoice in. And I mean it. It disgusts me to be part of a nation that includes them.
Cork is big. Huge.
I remember once driving in a sports car (yes, me) to a baptism, and realising that as I drove through the Jack Lynch Tunnel I still had a shedload of driving to do to get to the occasion. It was in Skibbereen.
I made it just in time.
Other than that I'm not sure if there's anything particularly different about the place. I lived there for a couple of years. It was the same as almost anywhere else, just had different street names and accents.


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The latest Glam Polish collection, Truly Outrageous, was inspired by the series Jem & The Holograms that unfortunately I don't know at all. But luckily these shades are perfectly enjoyable without any backgroung information. :)
We have our usual 9 shades in the collection, some of them are surprisingly bright, some are more springlike. All of them cover in two coats and they only need one coat of top coat to have a smooth surface.
Without us, You're Nothing
Withour us, You're Nothing is a bright orange with gold shimmer and holo glitters.
Starlight Music
Starlight Music is one of my favourites, I love watermelon polishes like crazy – they mean summer to me. It has the same gold shimmer and holo glitters as the orange one.
Everyone has a Secret Identity
Everyone has a Secret Identity is a true neon pink with fuchsia shimmer and holo glitters. It's the perfect "hot" polish for me, when summer will try to kill us with all its heat, then I'll be happily wearing this shade.
Music is Magic
I'm sure I already mentioned it, but lately I've been dying for irridescent polishes, so Music is Magic quickly became a big favourite of mine. It's a fuchsia-pink with blue shimmer that was supposed to creep me out a few months ago, but now I'm like "hey Sailor". ;)
Truly Outrageous
The polish that has the same name as the collection is Truly Outrageous – a gorgeous purple with the same blue shimmer and the inevitable holo glitters.
I Got My Eye on You
Well, if I liked the pink one with blue shimmer, you'd bet I'll love the blue with the pink shimmer….and you wouldn't be wrong. ;) I Got My Eye on You is the polish that is bever boring: when sun hits it, it sparkles with glitters and in the shades it changes its color to amuse us.
She's Got The Power
She's Got The Power is another very summer appropriate polish for me. It also has some blue iridescence to it, but it's not that prominent this time.
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! will be a favourite of a few, but those few will adore it. It's so bright and it's right between green and yellow – a shade that's not easy to love for most people. I obviously love it, it makes me instantly happy. :)
Showtime Synergy
And last but not least here we have Showtime Synergy – neon glitters in a silver holo base, who could ask for more fun in a single polish? :):)
Let's see all of them next to each other one more time:
The Truly Outrageous collection will be available from April 1st at Glam Polish, luckily they offer european shipping too, so yay for European NPAs! :) (*happy dance*)


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Monday, February 23, 2009
sorry its been so long...
Well i finaly seemed to find some time to be able to blog. The hostel we are staying at for now only has one computer and its hard to get some time on it. Were to I even begin. Well Buenos Aires as I saw it was a bit of a bust. To big a city for me and just full of garbage and smog. We walked out to what we thought was the ocean (turned out to be a river) and looking back on the city it had a dence yellow fog above. This may have been why we were feeling so sick, not to mention that EVERYONE smokes. So we continued to hang arround a little and didnt realy get up to much. Messed arround with the tent situation wich im glad to hear is on the way!!! thanks mom. We had a realy good lunch with a man who took realy good care of us and lifted our spirits a bit on the city. As soon as we walked into his resturant he shut the door behind us and cranked on the AC. Considering it was smoldering out, that felt fantastic. He sat us down on some nice leather coutches and got us bugers and drinks. After we were done eating he came over and started chatting. Mostly with sage but I could throw a word in here and there. He grabed the newspaper and went through the whole thing with us, informing us of thing happening in Argentina. On the back there was a map so he coverd the country from north to south telling us some hot spots. After this he kised out cheeks and we were out the door. Thats there way of shaking hands. Anyway after that we headed to Plamero wich was supposed to be a nicer part of the city. We got there kinda late, of course, so everthing that we wanted to see was closed...so we took the train back to our part of town. Arround this time is when we met Lucas he was the night shift guy at the hostel and he spoke english fairly well so we picked his brain a little on Argentina. He also busted out a map and showed us were we should be headding. He also taught us alot about the difference between the Buenos Aires people and the rest of the country. Apparently its like night and day. Good news for us. So we stayed up till about 4 in the morning chatting with him that night and then we headded off to out room. When we woke up we went out and grabed some Empanadas (delicious) and walked arround a little more worked on the tent a little more and tryed to get our camera fixed. Again not that much luck. So that night we were hanging out with some people at the hostel sharring knowlege of the world, and getting even more tips on were to go and were not to go. Lucas showed up arround 1 to tell us to get off the balcony cause the people next door tend to complain. The whole time on the balcony we could hear someone playing dums but we thought it was comming from the next building or something. We quickly learned that they were comming from inside the hostel bar, and it was the owner of the hostel, drunk out of his mind beatting on these drums, while most of the hostel was trying to sleep! So Sage and I wandered downstairs to check it out and heres Lucas (who has been an employee of the hostel for about a week) trying to get his own boss to stop playing the drums! Finaly after about 20 minuates or so he was sucessful. So the boss and his friend stayed in the bar side and Sage, Lucas and I hungout on the Hostel side. The boss would make an appearence once and a while, but only to try to stand up straight and not say a word then run back into the bar. Lucas was not happy and he decided that that night was going to be his last shift. We said our good buys to Lucas and headed upstairs at arround 6am to Grab some sleep before we left town on the ferry for Uruguay. We had also made prety good friends with a slyvakian man named Oggy and when it was time for the ferry he hung onto us till the bitter end, waking up from his sleep and flowing us right down to the taxi and seeing us off. He was a super nice guy, who hopes to come to canada so we might see him agian. Anyway we made it to the ferry without much trouble, got our tickets and set sail for a new country. The water of the river has about 1 inch of visability and we were headding to a beach community that on our map looked like it still could have been on the river. Not very exciting. After about 2 and a half hours af scooting along I could see a line in the water where one side was dirty and the other side was clear and just like that we were into the atlantic! We started getting closer to the shore where we could see beaches and golf courses and small communitys. Finaly we caught a shot of Montevideo. When we went thru the break water they seemd to be expanding there port which looked like quite a project, there were excavators lining the shore shoveling fill into the water. At the start the water just looked dirty, but with a closer look all you could see was oil on top of the water in the whole port and surrounding bay. It was super nasty. Wow this is getting long I will not be putting this oiff for this long ever again. So we seemed to get through the oil fine and docked, asked for a pen at the customs claim and isted of a getting us a pen the guy told us just to go thru. Sweet deal. We got a cab to a hostel in the middle of Plaza Indepencia, were theres a huge statue of a man on a horse. Im going to cut this off here so if the computer quits all wont be lost.
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TEHRAN (Tasnim) - France captain Benjamin Toniutti says that a new generation of young players can strengthen their volleyball in the future.
On the last day of the FIVB Volleyball Men's World Grand Champions Cup, France lost to Iran 3-2 (38-36, 25-23, 22-25, 25-27, 15-11).
"It's a great shame about today but it was a superb match. France played great today and we were able to show we are a great team. We really showed our tenacity until the end. There were sets we could have won but couldn't, so that's why we lost," Toniutti said.
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IN his fourth novel, Canadian writer and unabashed funnyman Terry Fallis asks the age-old question: "What's in a name?" No Relation takes us to New York City, where we encounter an affable 40-year-old copywriter who loses his job, his girlfriend and his wallet within 24 hours. He has a spectacular meltdown at the DMV while trying to obtain a new driver's licence, which is recorded by a stranger and uploaded to YouTube with the caption "Famous Writer Flips Out at the DMV." His name? Earnest Hemmingway. Although the famous author's name is spelled Ernest Hemingway, the slight difference in spelling matters not when it comes to the lifelong jibes our protagonist has endured. "My name intrudes daily," he says. "A laugh. A smirk. A snide remark. There does not exist a line I haven't heard."
Fallis's first novel, The Best Laid Plans, was the 2011 winner of CBC's Canada Reads contest. Both his followup, 2011's The High Road, and Up and Down were finalists for the Stephen Leacock Memorial Medal for Humour. He has earned a place on the CanLit stage alongside Leacock and Will Ferguson. Fallis's trademark humour appears early on, when Earnest Hemmingway (who prefers to go by "Hem") is fired. His boss tries to soften the blow by saying: "You've got a huge package." His response? "Well, kind of you to say, but I'm really more interested in the settlement you're offering." Hem is the fourth-generation male in his family to bear the moniker, and his father fully expects him to take over the family business, as is tradition. But Hem's not interested; he's always wanted to write a novel. He takes no cues from Hemingway. "I can't stand Hemingway's writing. His sparse, flat prose never fails to take something inherently interesting — think bull fighting or war — and make it sound, well, spare and flat." As Hem deals with a bad case of writer's block, he decides to find other people who suffer from the famous name affliction. He places an ad, hoping to meet a few interesting people. To his amazement, he meets 11 people who share in his burden. His band of misfits includes Peter Parker, Diana Ross, Jackie Kennedy, Marie Antoinette and Julia Roberts. His new friends try to help Hem tackle his writer's block. "The sensation of rearranging the words in a sentence to heighten its impact, its interest, had all but deserted me," he says. "No literary laxative could unblock my writing." His quest for answers takes him on an uproarious world tour, but the writer's block persists. The time Hem spends with his family is a pivotal point in his journey. Important truths are revealed through a warm, thoughtful dissection of family tradition and the oft-explored theme of following one's dreams. These predictable yet feel-good plot twists are spiced up with a little corporate intrigue. Fallis is no Hemingway — nor does he want to be. No Relation delivers plenty of belly laughs, especially through Hem's newfound friends, such as Mario Andretti, who wants to pass his driving test after failing the exam multiple times, and Mahatma Gandhi, a lovely but intense man with anger management issues. What's in a name? A little insight, some life-affirming truths, and a whole lot of laughter.
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Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming… Dory's song from Finding Nemo cycled through my head as I plunged chest first (couldn't get my face in just yet) into the ocean at Carpinteria Beach. I was attempting my first real ocean swim with a group of swimmers that meets weekly to swim about a mile or so along the shore. The weekly swim brings out all levels of swimmers, most of whom participate in mulit-sport events. (About half of us are signed up for the Ventura Triathlon next weekend.) After meeting a guy who competed in Escape from Alcatraz last weekend and a young couple who cycled 75 miles (up and down canyons) the previous day, I managed to find a few women more at my fitness level to be my swim buddies. No way I'd be swimming alone, no matter how many kayaks are out there doing shark patrol, or swim safety patrol.
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As a child I had many fears, but I don't think any of them every held me back the way I see Miss G's fears stop her from enjoying her childhood.
I know I was afraid of the dark and was one of those kids that would run from light switch to light switch – turning on one, before running back to turn off the previous light and them moving on to the next to make it downstairs to the basement to retrieve something for my Mother or Father. By age 6/7 I was riding my bike with no training wheels, had played in my Grandmother's basement by myself, sleeping with the lights off/went to bed by myself, rode a pony, elephant and a camel, ate more types of foods then you could count on both your fingers and toes and had started to learn to swim. I was a Tomboy and proud of it.
I look at Miss G and see how she struggles. At one moment she is afraid of her own shadow and can't be two inches from Mad Dog and the next moment she is trying to be all tough and show attitude about being a big girl, when she hasn't done a single big girl thing since coming back this summer.
- A little girl that once wanted to go horseback riding is afraid too.
- A little girl that could go to bed on her own at age 5 is now six and sleeps with the light on.
- A little girl that couldn't ride the escalator, but would ride an elevator won't ride either without a fight.
- A little girl that would let her Father dangle her from his arm and flip her upside down and back around again screams in terror if he even attempts to now.
- A little girl that would run to make friends with others, is afraid too, because she is afraid she will be moved away again and lose them forever.
Her fire has been extinguished. We don't know if we will find a spark to build the flame up again, but if we don't it might be lost forever.


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Government officials and ICAR experts today urged rice scientists to wake up to reality and ensure food security for all in the coming years.
In a nutshell, the officials, while stating that the foodgrain production scenario looked comfortable at present, voiced apprehension about the future in view of the erratic weather patterns on the one hand and the need for meeting the demands from the rising population on the other.
Mr V. Venkatachalam, Special Secretary, Department of Agriculture and Cooperation, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, said that while there has been a four-fold increase in rice production from 1950 onwards, the challenge would be in increasing productivity in the coming years in the face of changing climate and scarce water resources.
He was speaking at the Centenary Celebration of the Paddy Breeding Station and Inauguration of 'International Symposium on 100 years of Rice Science and Looking Beyond', at the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University here.
"By 2050, foodgrain production would have to double to ensure food security to meet the growing population needs, which is expected to increase by almost 50 per cent. This increase in food grain production would not be possible if we do not make any breakthrough in research, make use of bio-technology, genomics, genetic engineering techniques and so on."
"We have to strive to increase rice productivity and this cannot happen from increase in area under rice, but through crop intensity,' he continued and highlighted the Government of India schemes such as the National Food Security Mission and Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana.
He urged the scientists to evolve multi-stress tolerant varieties, such that it resists all types of natural calamities and climate change.
The Agricultural Production Commissioner and Secretary to Government of Tamil Nadu, Mr Sandeep Saxena, said the State's mandate was in doubling foodgrain production and trebling the income of farmers, albeit with the support of the farm varsity.
"To make this possible, we will have to follow the scientific techniques in cultivation to bridge the yield gap. The State would address this issue by bridging the gap first at the village level, before moving to the block and district level and so on, so, Tamil Nadu is in the forefront in productivity of almost all crops within the next five years."
Thus stating, he cautioned the scientists of the huge challenge that they would have to face in view of changes in climate. "The number of rainy days in a year are shrinking but intensity of the rain is on the rise; normal weather pattern is changing,' he said adding 'the cyclone Thane destroyed almost 2.2 lakh hectares of food crop in the State. We were sailing very well towards achieving a food grain target of 150 lakh tonnes till the three districts of Cuddalore, Nagapattinam and Vizhupuram were hit badly by the cyclone, which devastated all crops."
"These are furies of nature which may become more frequent in the times to come; the scientists will have to develop suitable varieties with properties to withstanding storm, wind and the challenges of water," Mr Saxena said.
Dr Swapan K. Datta, Deputy Director-General (Crop Sciences), Indian Council of Agricultural Research, said "even as we march towards achieving rice production target of 100 million tonnes this year, we should remember that a right policy would be driving force for tomorrow's research and productivity.'
He said how with scientific intervention, policy decisions and management initiatives, the country's rice productivity levels had risen from 800 kg/hectare to3.7 ton/hectare, while emphasising the need to remain more focused on basic science and rice research.


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Last year Holon, a suburb of Tel Aviv, held its very first design week. Sponsored and organized by the government, it's been described to me as an underwhelming affair. This year, however, Design Museum Holon has stepped in to host what might (and indeed what ought to) go down in history as the city's first true Design Week.
The museum opened its doors only two years ago, but its been in the works for almost a decade as part of a citywide initiative to transform Holon into a hub for art, design and culture. In 2003 Ron Arad was invited by Mayor Moti Sasson and Managing Director Hana Hertsman to set the international standard with his sculptural Cor-Ten Steel banded beauty (above). The design school Holon Institute of Technology, which lies just across the street, was established over forty years ago, but Design Museum Holon is the first design museum in all of Israel, making it an obvious choice as the center of all the Design Week activities.
Unlike other design weeks that focus their efforts on a main exhibition hall filled with designer's booths and a program of talks and lectures, Design Museum Holon's Director, Alon Sapan and Galit Gaon, the Chief Curator, invited nineteen design week directors and design leaders from all over the world for what I think can be best described as design summer camp.
Every morning, after sharing a typical Israeli breakfast, the impressive lineup from Tokyo, Sofia, Berlin, Paris, Vienna, Lodz, Budapest and Belgrade were picked up from their hotel in downtown Tel Aviv and bused to Holon. There, we split up into three groups and spent the day together listening to a stream of presentations made by aspiring Israeli designers. Each designer was given seven minutes to take us through a slideshow of their work, after which it was opened up to questions and feedback.
Sure, these designers could each have taken a booth in a large exhibition hall and we could have strolled by them, stopping only to look at the things that caught our eye, but for a country that readily admits to a lack of design history, what better way to introduce the world to its very active design present than to immerse us in personal conversations with local designers? We not only gained deeper understanding of what Israeli designers have to offer, but we got an up-close-and-personal insight into the reality of what it means to design in Israel today.
I, for one, noticed a surprising lack of furniture, architecture and other large scale projects, as well very little graphic or typographic design. The overwhelming majority of what we saw focused on small goods - jewelry, home and office products and gift items. When I walked around Tel Aviv I saw a similar aesthetic - plenty of jewelry shops, no furniture stores and only one object-centered design store, called Soho.
It makes sense, though. In a country where good design isn't mainstream and paying more for a certain aesthetic in basic household items is an outright oddity, why would you expect people to invest in an expensive 'designer' sofa when they can get a perfectly functional one for less than half the price? If people who don't value good design are going to buy any kind of design product it's going to be something smaller and more affordable.
But what about Bauhaus, you may be saying. Surely the presence of 4,000+ Bauhaus and International buildings has some impact on the population? I know I came to Tel Aviv expecting the shining White City I had seen so many pictures of, every street corner framed by the characteristic rounded balconies. While it's true those sites exist, after decades of neglect they're hardly white anymore. I saw one, maybe two Bauhaus buildings that had been properly maintained. The rest have been left to decay. It's only now that Tel Aviv has been added to the UN's list of World Cultural Heritage sites that people are once again beginning to take an interest in preservation. There's a ton of construction in the city, even more than in New York, and the skyline dotted with cranes seemed like a hopeful sign to me.
Another expected portent of good things to come? IKEA. And not just in Israel, where there are now two locations, but in other countries with a developing design scene as well. Adriana Dimitrova, the Program Director of Sofia Design Week, told me that when IKEA opened in Bulgaria it was the biggest event of the year. Sure, she admits that in the short term it's tough for young designers compete with a powerhouse like IKEA, but it will ultimately help those designers if it means introducing the country to a different aesthetic and popularizing more minimal design as opposed to the horrid Baroque style of furniture that's the Bulgarian mainstream right now.
Even though Israel can lay claim to a much more active design community and education system, the same idea of IKEA acting as a catalyst for good design holds true. Already you can see a raised awareness of form and function taking place, and Design Museum Holon is poised to be at the center of this movement. The museum saw a record number of visitors during Design Week - never mind that admission was free for Passover. But nowhere is the city's impending transformation more evident than in "Designs Plus Ten," a beautifully and thoughtfully designed exhibition that traces the progress of a selection of 42 Israeli designers from the moment they graduated ten years ago to where they are in their careers today.
You can see a sneak peek of the exhibition in the image above, a quote from Sahar Batsry whose remarkable work kicks off the show. Check back for more images and our review of the exhibition as well as highlights of the best work from Holon Design Week.
Bauhaus image courtesy of Sustainable City. Other images by Perrin Drumm.
The Fifth Triennale di Milano sees the entire spectrum of Italian graphic design, literally and figuratively, in Graphica Italia, which opened over the weekend and will be on exhibit through February 2013. Organized loosely into nine sections, Fabio Novembre did a brilliant job with the exhibition design, which consists of...
The display cases of Sept Appartements based on groundsman Hervé Liénard's DIY approach to renovation and upkeep of seven rental apartments.What is your favorite object? The young designers from Benetton's prestigious Fabrica Institute presented this question to 15 staff members from Belgium's Grand-Hornu cultural center and museum. Translating their responses...
Minimalist design in a high-tech kitchen.Elegant Italian styling combines with Samsung touch screen technology in the Prisma kitchen, designed for Toncelli Kitchens by international experience design company Experientia. Introduced by Toncelli as the "futuristic jewel" in their collection at Eurocucina 2012, the Prisma is a stylistic departure from Toncelli's other...
Rotterdam's Nightshop is the brainchild of Ward van Gemert and Adriaan van der Ploeg, who started the studio to explore "new and surprising products with a reference to everyday life and focus on bringing aspects of 'low-culture' into our designs." Ventura Lambrate will see the debut of a new household...
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