It's the most... wonderful TIIIIIME of the year!!!!!!!! Yes, ladies and gents. Football season is officially BACK! While last night's game wasn't as action packed (translation: high scoring) as we thought it would be, but it was entertaining football. So of course with football comes the wonderful vlog done by the Gridiron Gals, myself alongside Pigskin Loving Lady. We try not to disappoint.. but for whatever reason.. the wonderful vlog we did for you guys and gals is taking it's sweet time being available. As soon as we get it ready, I'll have it up.

EDIT: The video is ready!!! Clearly we did this before I looked at the spread, or else I would have not said NE was an "upset pick".





In the meantime, here are are my picks for Week 1 of the NFL season:

Carolina @ NY Giants (-6.5) - I'm with the spread on this. I'm picking the G-Men and I dunno if it will even be close. I don't trust Carolina's QB situation right now. Ahmad Bradshaw should have a great game.

Miami (-3) @ Buffalo- I'm gonna go against the grain and pick Buffalo. I dunno why, maybe because Week 1 in the NFL is a No Guarantee type of deal. Or maybe it's because my sis Pigskin Loving Lady is a Bills fan and I feel sorry for her. They won't get many wins this year, so you gotta get in where you fit in. Week 1 is when you do it.

Atlanta (-2) @ Pittsburgh- I'm picking the Steelers at home. I don't care who's the QB, I find it hard to digest that the Steelers will lose their home opener (although the Ravens fan in me encourages this to happen, I don't see it going down).

Detroit @ Chicago (-6.5)- I'm gonna go against the spread. I'm picking the Lions, dammit! Why not?! I think they will be much better than we expect. Why not start the turnaround season in the Chi! Sorry Bears fans.

Cincinnati @ New England (-4.5)- Although Cincy has every reason to win this game (good defense, many upgrades on offense), I'm going go with the spread and pick New England. I can't see Belichick and Co. lose at home, especially since Tom Brady has all of that money now. *cues Deion Sanders "Must Be The Money"*

Cleveland @ Tampa Bay (-3)- I'm picking Cleveland simply because Josh Freeman isn't 100% with that thumb., That may cause a problem for the offense to score points. It sucks that Tampa fans won't get a chance to see the game, because games like this always end up being great entertainment, even if the teams don't pop out at you (remember the Browns-Lions game last year?).

Denver @ Jacksonville (-2.5)- Let the Maurice Jones-Drew Show begin! Jags

Indianapolis (2.5) @ Houston- Dear Houston: I like you.. I like you a lot. I even picked you to be a Wild Card this season. But I cannot tell a lie; as much as I would like to choose you for this game, I cannot. Peyton Manning and Bob Sanders scare me. Please don't be mad, I'm picking the Colts. Signed, A Punk Picker

Oakland @ Tennessee(-6.5) - This is a new era for the Raiders, and I expect them to be a pain in the AFC ass this year. I'm picking the black and silver to upset the Titans at home.

Green Bay (-3) @ Philadelphia- The point spread is too low. Not only do I expect the Pack win, but I expect them to win by at LEAST a TD. Sorry Philly, I don't trust Kolb yet. I DO trust Aaron Rodgers, though.

San Francisco (-3) @ Seattle- Yeah, the Seahawks kinda suck. San Fran will get the job done easily...

Arizona (-4) @ St. Louis- Dare I pick the Rams?? I am!! I'm picking the Rams, dammit! Arizona lost their luster the minute Kurt Warner retired. Not that I think they will be a bad team altogether, but Week 1 games are never easy to pick. I'm picking the Rams.

Dallas (-3.5) @ Washington- This will be one of the better games of the weekend, and the Gridiron Gals will be in the building Sunday night at FedEx Field!!! I want to pick Washington because I see the potential with them (I chose them for a Wild Card spot in the season's playoffs). But with McNabb not 100% and Haynesworth still being a fat, lazy rich dude, I don't how much I can trust the Redskins. Dallas is a little more healthy and prepared. I'm picking Dallas in a tough one.


Baltimore @ NY Jets (-2)- This is the game of the week, in my opinion. Anytime you have Ray Lewis sound off like the Ray Lewis of 2000, then you KNOW this game will be intense. I know why everyone loves the Jets. But I don't like the way Sanchez played in the preseason. Yes, I KNOW it's just practice, but practice makes perfect. He was anything BUT. While Darrelle Revis being back is a HUGE sigh of relief, he can't cover everyone the Ravens have on offense. I'm taking the Ravens in a low scoring, close game (did I mention I will be at this game as well?! Life is damn good!)

San Diego (-4.5) @ Kansas City- Does anyone care about this game?! Well, I do, because my BOO Philip Rivers is playing. I agree with the line, I think this game will be close. No Vincent Jackson and no Marcus McNeill means trouble in Charger Land. I think they win, because they have the upper hand over the Chiefs. But don't be shocked if it comes down to the final minute to do so.

This weekend, the NFL had an interesting sequence of events take place .. and it's only preseason. Favre returned, but didn't last long, Tim Cowlishaw made some bold statements and the kickoff of the Gridiron Gals Tour was underway. In case you missed it, here's a quick recap:



I went with my GGals partner Pigskin Loving Lady to the Ravens-Redskins preseason game, and we had a ball! It was the unofficial kickoff of the Gridiron Gals Tour, us going to different stadiums and doing what we do best-enjoy the game of football- while recording our experience. Check out the full video of us by clicking here. (by-the-way, that towel I was wrapped in? Ed Reed's towel that he threw up after the game was over... I'm in lust with it)

Big Ben made his return to the football as he started for the Steelers against the NY Giants. Roethlisberger finished 6-for8 for 76 yards and an INT Pittsburgh's preseason won over the G-Men. The best part about the game was the cat fight between Steelers Ike Taylor and Giants Hakeem Nicks.... they were windmilling everywhere, like two school girls.

I love when players swing on other guys with helmets on, don't you?



A couple of guys got JACKED UP this weekend. First, it was Bengals WR, who took a vicious hit and was woozy afterward against the Philadelphia Eagles.

We know it's only preseason but when that adrenaline gets to rushing, there's nothing you can do to stop that momentum. Shout out to Ocho Cinco for getting up without help.



ESPN's Tim Cowlishaw tweeted some encouraging new for Jets fans over the weekend:


That's great news! Too bad Adam Schefter and Peter King don't seem to agree with this tweet. I dunno about you, but I'd take Schefter word over any other NFL insider. Not sure how Cowlishaw, of all people, would be the one to get such important news. But we'll see how this fares by the end of the week.

And finally... Brett Favre got a nice "Welcome Back" greeting from the San Francisco 49ers last night. Favre played just 4 series, and this was the main reason why:



Old Man Favre went down faster than Hookers At The Point. The Vikings had NO answer for Patrick Willis' stunt up the middle. I'm sure Favre expected a warmer welcome than that. In any event, the 49ers fans (and other fans that are over the Favre drama) were elated.

When I originally heard about Victoria's Secret's new NFL line, I was excited! I love Vicki's Secret and I love the NFL, so it's the perfect combination for a girly girl that loves the gridiron, like myself (after all, I AM a Gridiron Gal *wink*). But after looking into the line a little more, I realized that only a selected amount of teams have been picked. The list is, as follows:








Denver Broncos
Chicago Bears
Dallas Cowboys
Minnesota Vikings
New England Patriots
New York Giants
New York Jets
Oakland Raiders
Philadelphia Eagles
Pittsburgh Steelers
San Diego Chargers
Washington Redskins
Carolina Panthers

So of course, I looked at this list with a confused look on my face



Where are my Baltimore Ravens??? Where are the New Orleans Saints??? And I can't believe I'm even asking this... but where are the Indianapolis Colts?
As a regular VS shopper, I feel slighted! And my GGal counterpart, Pigskin Loving Lady feels the same about her Bills not being listed as well. The San Diego Chargers?? The Carolina Panthers??? REALLY?! With the exception of the Cowboys, Redskins and Steelers, I can make a case as to why my team should be listed over the rest of these teams.

I get it. It's about the apparel sales, which ties these teams into being listed. But let's be honest, there are only 32 teams. It's the NFL. I'm having a hard time believing that all 32 teams wouldn't sell their products in their respected markets. The NFL within itself means



The line goes on sale August 10th. For obvious reasons, I won't be buying it. And if I seem to be a bit bitter about it, maybe it's because I am.

Here are some great blog stories this week:

Yours Truly wrote an article about my beloved Ravens. There's a snitch in the building, and I don't like it. Someone needs to tell the Ravens to Stop Snitching. NFL Odds say it was a rookie that whined and complained too, LOL!



My sis Pigskin Loving Lady lets us know what former NFL player has turned in his helmet for politics and won the primary. Find out here.



If you're a college football fan like I am, this is a MUST read for you. Ed The Sports Fan talks about the possible new alignments of the Pac 10, Big 12 and Big 10 conferences. Will this be the end of the great rivalries in college football? Find out what Ed thinks.



Remember Ahman Green, the RB for the Green Bay Packers??? Sure you do! Find out what he's been up to this week, as MKRob tells us where Green found a home.



For my NBA lovers, Black Sports Online gives us a peak of a new NBA Finals 2010 music video featuring singer Shontelle. Not sure if the vid is a good as she looks, but you be the judge.

Sorry I've been neglecting the blog. This is a very big week for my Ravens, and I think the nervousness has finally set in. Tomorrow is a BIG game for my boys and I get more anxious within each hour. Tomorrow, check out the Gridiron Gals Divisional Football picks, but today check out the Blogs Of The Week:

Pigskin Loving Lady takes a look at former Colts Marvin Harrison case, which has since been re evaluated and now investigated by the Feds. if you haven't heard much about this story, it will low your mind. Check out the details regarding Harrison's alleged involvement in a murder.

Ed The Sports Fan has 2 great articles. The new hire of Pete Carroll to the Seattle Seahawks has fans and media wondering if he will bring back the winning times of the once NFC West champs. ETSF also talks about Carroll's successor at USC, Lane Kiffin, and why he's not mad that Kiffin jumped ship from the Vols and ran to Southern Cal.

MKRob tells us how Colts WR Pierre Garcon is coping with trying to find his family members after the devastating earthquake in Haiti.

Ravens Gab talks about how most people are still eating crow after all saying the Ravens didn't have a chance against New England. Do we have a chance against the Colts, we shall see.

And as always, don't forget to check out my other website, Gridiron Gals. Latest news on Ray Lewis's blogging journey,the Bears season in a nutshell, and more.

Today, a star was re-born... on December 29, 2008. I re-launched my blog site. Some of you may not have known, but I have been blogging since 2005, when I was a regular blogger at Fox Sports. I've evolved so much and grown in the last 4 years. Hell, even within the last year of of re-launching the blog, I've grown.

This all started because I love to write and I loved football. So one day I was bored, and I decided to use some spare time to write my thoughts for others to see. I have a long way to go, but the fact that people enjoy what I'm thinking is a blessing within itself. And a year later, I've grown followers and even members of my blogging family, who I know always has my back. I asked my blog family to join me in celebrating my special day with me. Here's the nice (or smart ass) things they had to say about my blog:

Sorry I didn't have a recap ready for you guys and gals this week. I promise I'll be back on my grind next week. In the meantime, here are the best blog reads of the week:

Pigskin Loving Lady shows how Jets S Kerry Rhodes shut down the mall in her latest post. Find out who showed up to support Rhodes at his event.

JP Losman has entered the NFL building! Find out on MKRob's blog, what team has been blessed by Losman's presence (or cursed, whichever way you look at it).

Ed The Sports Fan talks about the final quarter of the NFL season. Find out his thoughts on the Undefeateds, the Cardinals, and who has fallen from grace.

BlackSportsOnline takes a look at Panthers CB Chris Gamble's claim that Randy Moss had quit during the game.

And last, but certainly not least, check out the Gridiron Gals site for a females perspective on the Eagles, Ravens, Raiders or any of your favorite teams.

The heated debate begins.. Drew Brees or Philip Rivers? Ed The Sports Fan gives his take on who he thinks has the edge.

Pigskin Loving Lady talks about "The Unbeatens", Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints. She shows their remaining schedules and takes a look of how they may fare.

Now that Charlie Weis has been given his walking papers, who does former NFL WR Tim Brown want to be the next coach of Notre Dame?? Click here to find out.

What do the Ravens have to do in their upcoming game against the Packers to win? The City That Reeds gives us keys to a Baltimore victory at Lambeau Field.

A good non football story to read. The sporting world was taken back when the news that Tiger Woods' was in fact, human and made a mistake by cheating on his wife. Find out why Black Sports Online says we should stop being so naive and grow up.

My sis Pigskin Loving Lady gives us a taste at what Vikings LT Bryant McKinnie looks like without his uniform. Ladies, it's a good look.


MKRob tells us the latest on the QB debacle in Oakland. Will JaMarcus Russell start, or will Bruce Gradkowski finally get a start??? Find out here.


Everyone knows the Browns are awful, including Ed The Sports Fan. But he ponders the question, what if he were GM of the struggling franchise?? Ed gives you his take on how he would turn the organization around.

The Gridiron Gals shows us why Girls Love Good D. Get your mind out of the gutter, D is for defense... as in Green bay's ferocious unit.



Mind Pinball takes a look at the Ravens win over the Cleveland Browns and asks, isn't a win supposed to inspire confidence. Even with the shut out, the Ravens proved nothing on Monday night. Find out his take on my favorite team.

Hey there fam. I've been hiding some news from you, but now it's time I reveal what I've been up to. I just debuted my baby last week, and she's beautiful!!


Okay, I didn't have a REAL baby... But I have a new website that I treat like a brand new baby. Myself and Pigskin Loving Lady came up with this website, Gridiron Gals, to showcase women who love football, and who actually KNOW what they are talking about. We came up with the idea because we knew there were so many women who loved football as much as we do, and wanted to express football related thoughts and analysis on a website. So we put our brains together and our baby, Gridiron Gals, was born.

We have over a dozen female bloggers, which is something we're extremely proud of, for starting a brand new website. And it makes it better for the guys that we're pretty cute too! Each female blogs about their favorite team. We have teams such as the Cowboys, Steelers, Giants and Bills cover, just to name a few. Of course, the NFL Chick is blogging about one of the best organizations in the NFL, the Baltimore Ravens *flex muscles*.

So check out all of my Ravens thoughts over at www.gridirongals.com and let me know what you think.

Suggs Celebrity Weekend



So Terrell Suggs' celebrity weekend has come and gone and looked to be a great success. Suggs' Weekend was to raise money for the Proudford Sickle Cell Fund. He brought in a plethora of celebrity friends to help make this an event folks wouldn't forget.

You can see more pics by clicking here to check out who else came to this star studded event

My sis Pigskin Loving Lady shows love to all of the female football bloggers out here. Check out what pretty lady fits your fancy in football.

MKRob gives us the details on Vick's alleged close signing with a team. Who will he be playing for? Click here to find out.

My girl Eb The Celeb gives us 2 more reasons to watch football. Guys, I have to warn you, this is major eye candy for the ladies. So click at your own risk LOL

Mind Pinball has a lot on his mind, and he deciphers his thoughts in his Random Thoughts post. Tell us what's going on in that mind of yours, buddy!

Ed The Sports Fan give us 5 players who must perform well in 2009. Ravens fans, wait til you see the player he chooses from our squad. Tell him if you agree of disagree.

Ravens Gab give us purple and black fans an off season recap. We all know this has been one hell of a bumpy off season.

I'm reeeeeaaaallllyyy trying not to hold this against her, but Steelergurl give you black and gold fans a training camp preview on what to expect for her squad this season. I still love her even though she's on "their" side LOL


Enjoy your weekend guys. I'm going to Westminster tomorrow morning for Ravens training camp. I'm looking to tell you everything you want to know... and everything you don't LOL. TTFN!

My blog sistah from another motha, PigskinLovingLady tell us how Colts DE Dwight Freeney was named, "2009 Do Right Man" by Essence magazine.

MKRob gives us insight on the new NFL Draft schedule, starting in 2010. I don't care much for it. But check it out and see if you like the new timeline.

For my Ravens fans, Ravens Gab gives us their take on Six Ravens To Watch for 2009.

Mindpinball takes a trip down memory lane for the city of Baltimore? Remember the CFL Baltimore Stallions??? I do... he reminds us the hope the team gave the city yearning for a football team.

If you love college football, you'll love this one. Ed The Sports Fan tells how QB's Tom Teobow, Colt McCoy and Sam Bradford look to finish what they started in 2008- dominating college football and chasing the Heisman Trophy.

Rumors swirled this week regarding Michael Vick allegedly seen at a strip club with Allen Iverson, right before Vick was to meet with Commissioner Goodell. While Vick's agent has said the allegations are totally false, BlackSportsOnline tells us why strip clubs should be the last place Vick should be seen in.

Happy Friday fam! Got some good blogs coming next week. Let the training camps begin!!!!!

Ravens365 talks about all of the smack the Jets have been talking this off season. Everyone from Rex Ryan, to Kerry Rhodes is getting in on the act. Looks like Ryan is rubbing off on his players rather quickly.

MKRob gives us the inside scoop on Eagles QB Donovan McNabb getting a new raise. But will McNabb get a contract extension??? Only time will tell.....

MKRob also gives us the deatils of Rex Grossman's new home. Find out where the former 1st rounder (and Florida Gator) landed right here.

My girl PigskinLovingLady gives us her latest WTF moment with Tom Brady at the top of list list. So what did he do to get on the list, you say? Read it to find out

Ravens Gab gives us the inside scoop on Ravens G Marshall Yanda. Will he be ready by training camp?? Click here to find out.

Staying home this weekend??? Fang's Bites gives us programming for the NFL Network for the entire weekend and next week. Click here to see what appearances and shows will be on

TGIF Boys and Gals! Here are a few great blogs to read before the weekend gets here!



MKRob asks the question on everyone's mind. What is going on with Boston's David Ortiz? Find out what he thinks.

Mindpinball talks about this weekend's Preakness race, something that both he and I are familiar with, being Maryland natives. But with the new changes and the owners filing bankruptcy, does that put a damper in this year's second leg of the Triple Crown?? You decide

My girl PigskinLovingLady has the scoop on Ray Lewis' special honors and Tiki Barber out and bout. Find out what they've been up to.

Who's your favorite baller in a basketball movie?? Jesus Shuttlesworth, Neon Boudreaux, Quincy McCall (my fave!!)?? Ed The Sports Fan tackles the Greatest Movie Hoopers Ever

As you all know, I'm totally awesome! And I love using the word "awesome" as much as I possibly can. But in this blogger world, there are so many other awesome bloggers that have great stories worth reading.

If you are on Twitter, you know today is Follow Friday, or known as #followfriday to us twit-a-holics. Well, today I want to you guys to follow the following blogs today. These guys and gals are great reads. Hope you enjoy them!

Pigskinglovinglady shows us the NFL stars who were out and about this week. See what Peyton Manning has been up to during the off season. Not a big fan of Manning cause his big head is a distraction?? See what other celebs like Darrell Revis, Ray Lewis and Dwight Freeney have been up to. She has all of the behind the scenes scoop on the NFL. Check her out



Hear about the new Lingerie Football League? My buddy MKRob has the latest on the league, with teams, featured players and pics the men will love! The 2009 College Football Hall of Fame is set. Check with his site to see who was inducted.


ListenToLeon is one of the funniest guys in the DC area. He has his say on sports too. Jose Canseco wants another butt whupping???? Find out what he's talking about in his blog.

My fellow Ravens fan, Mind Pinball, tackles a huge issue with the Ravens draft from last weekend. Why didn't Ozzie and Co draft a wide receiver??? Did the Ravens forget such a big need? See what he says in his latest blog.

While you know I shiver at all things Black and Gold, I do like my fellow female football fan, SteelerGurl. If you're a Steeler's fan, this is where you need to be. With Polamalu and Fitzgerald both gracing the cover of Madden 2010, SteelerGurl asks do you believe in the Madden Curse???



There you have it. Check out my equally awesome blog friends discuss all topics in football and/or sports.