February 24, 2010
LaDainian Tomlinson is a for sure first-ballot Hall of Famer and one of the greatest players of our generation. Whatever happens the rest of his career, LT Chargers jerseys will be the ones to have. People are going to be unloading these things like crazy, but if you are the kind of person who likes sport jerseys, I guarantee in 5 years you will regret either selling or not buying a Tomlinson Chargers jersey when you had the chance.
It just seems like this is one of those guys whose jersey everybody will want once he’s been gone a couple years. Do you see a lot of Joe Montana Chiefs or Franco Harris Seahawks jerseys out there? Nope. They had made their departures, but after a few years went by, the went back to being the iconic and in Montana’s case, “face of the franchise” guys with their original teams. In a few years, when the Tomlinson Chargers jersey is the retro jersey of choice, you’ll be glad to have yours!
Where will Mr. Charger end up? It’ll be strange to see him in another uniform, but one thing is clear. Tomlinson wants to win a championship. Sorry Lions fans, he’s not coming to town. Philly could use another pair of legs, Green Bay has been in search of a good pass-catching back to platoon with Ryan Grant and they are both contenders. But how about this? I know a team that loves to bring in supposedly over-the-hill players on the cheap and get good performance out of them. Could LT fit in with the Patriots? They’ve been looking for a featured back for years now and LT might just have enough gas in the tank to be the answer for a couple years. He’s slowing down and isn’t a 25-carry guy anymore, but it’s an intriguing thought. Hopefully, Tomlinson can get a few more successful years under his belt and can go out on a good note. He’s one of the best we’ve seen and should be remembered as such.
February 18, 2010
If the shoes make the man, do the pants make the athlete? What is going on this year with Olympic team fashion?
Here at Fathead, we think the Norweigian Curling Team must have seen pro-golfer John Daly’s Fathead Wall Graphic and been inspired by his alternative attire. They’re causing quite a stir at the Winter Olympics by wearing these “clown” pants, instead of the traditional black pants favored by curling athletes. Apparently they shopped at the same store as Daly for their brightly colored diamond-patterned pants.
Perhaps the Czech Republic Team took a fashion tip from Daly’s other Fathead in selecting the loud pants they donned this year.
Then there were the Bermudans, who chose fashion before comfort in the opening ceremony, braving the chilly Vancouver air to sport their trademark Bermuda shorts.
So I ask, is this just a bold style choice, or is there some athletic benefit to wearing these non-traditional uniforms? Do they help to intimidate opponents with the confidence they convey? Do they cause a game-changing distraction? Do the loud patterns blind them?
I don’t have the answer, but I do have my own fashion tip for athletes. Please don’t take any style cues from Lady Gaga for the summer Olympics!
February 17, 2010
The NBA All-Star Dunk Contest was held on Saturday, but most people slammed it. (Note: It takes a special kind of writer to include a pun like that.) Critics argue that the Contest has lost its appeal because many of the league’s biggest stars, the players that fans most want to see, don’t compete in it.
Regardless of the quality of this season’s Dunk Contest, however, I think it’s imperative for basketball fans to see some high-quality dunking. Thus, I have been seeking out the greatest dunks of all time. Many, many videos compile a selection of impressive dunks, but here are two of my favorites.
February 15, 2010
Every four years we get an education in this country about sports other than football, baseball, basketball and ice hockey. (I specifically say ice hockey because much of the world thinks of hockey as a field sport.) While NBA isn’t likely to be confused with the National Bobsledding League any time soon or NCAA with the Nordic Combined Association of America, it does us good to break out of our four sided box.
I’m pretty sure that Nordic Combined won’t be bumping one of the big four US sports from the TV schedule, but it’s refreshing to watch and learn about a sport that Norwegian soldiers were competing in three centuries ago. In fact, I’m actually looking forward to the Nordic Combined Team competition this year. In part it’s because the US might actually have a chance to medal, but it’s also because I don’t often get to watch a sport that so uniquely combines such technical mastery and style (ski jumping), with incredible endurance and sprinting ability (cross-country skiing). I’m not saying that other sports don’t have these qualities, but you don’t exactly see a guy lay down a perfect bunt and then run up and down the court for 48 minutes in the same event.
If you’re interested in Nordic Combined or any of the other Winter Olympic competitions, Fathead.com has added a complete Vancouver 2010 module to our site so you can get the latest news, check out the medal count, and see the current schedule of events. Take a minute to learn something about a sport you might otherwise never give a second thought.
February 11, 2010
Curious about what to get your fanatic Valentine this February 14th? Here’s a list of the top 3 from a girl who knows (and works at Fathead):
3. Sports mags – What could be better than the gift that keeps on giving for 12 issues? A subscription to SI should be right up his alley. I know we have a stack of them that always seems to migrate to the bathroom. Is that really the best place for reading?!
2. Tickets to a college basketball game in your area – Even if your local college team makes it hard to cheer for them on a consistent basis, it’s still a great way for male bonding. Or go along with him and talk about how much you’ve always wanted to be on one of those dance teams.
1. A Fathead of course – Really? Like you didn’t see that one coming??
February 5, 2010
The New Orleans Saints are set to meet the Indianapolis Colts in the Super Bowl on Sunday. I can’t wait to watch it, but I must say that I really don’t care which team comes out on top. Two great teams, two great quarterbacks — it should be a lot of fun.
I’m sure that over the last week or so you’ve heard the Saints fans’ rallying cry: “Who dat, who dat, who dat say gonna beat dem Saints,” which is most often shortened to just “Who dat.” It’s fun, it’s catchy, and it’s great to see fans of New Orleans unified through it.
Grammatically, however, it’s a nightmare. Thus, I would like to suggest that everyone abandon it and begin chanting this: “Who is that? Who is that? Who, have they said, is going to beat those Saints?”
As this gains familiarity, I believe you’ll find that it has a great rhythm to it and, more importantly, that grammar teachers across America are much happier.
February 2, 2010
Tomorrow is the NCAA National Signing Day… For the die hard College Football fans this is like the NFL Draft. National Signing Day is a very exciting time of year. It’s a time where Fans can do their own scouting for the next Heisman Trophy candidate. It’s also a time that can make or break a coach’s upcoming season. Every team has its holes, there is do doubt about that. This is a time where Coaches can go out and fill those voids with talented, intelligent young adults. This day also has a big effect on the pre-season football rankings, which are pretty much a shot in the dark anyways. If a school gets a big, talented recruiting class, that can boost them a spot or two. According to ESPN.com, the 2010 Top 10 Best Recruiting Classes are:
Coming from a HUGE NCAA Football Fan, I can’t wait to see who will end up at my favorite school. GO BLUE!
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