Anthony Gargano of WIP in Philadelphia joined ESPN with breaking news of Marvin Harrison being involved in a shooting outside of a bar he owns in Philadelphia. The details are still a little sketchy, but this comes as shocking news considering Harrison’s quiet demeanor. The following information is provided by Anthony Gargano: Read the full story
As an NFL quarterback Peyton Manning is expected to be a leader of men. He sets the tone for the team with his play and work ethic. When Peyton Manning’s not trying to guide his team to victory he’s hanging out in the dorms at UT, talking to distraught gymnast on the phone.
Last year Oregon State gymnast Jami Lanz had what she considers the worst meet of her OSU career. After the disaster, Jami was on the phone with one of her friends that attends the University of Tennessee. A man came on the phone claiming to be Peyton Manning and offered her some words of encouragement. Read the full story
You can barely get through a commercial break without seeing Peyton Manning. He’s hawking anything moving. His endorsement deals have Manning signing off on cars, insurance, gatorade, cellphones, and hospitals. Peyton’s motto seems to be “You make it, I’ll promote it…For money.” I can’t knock him because it’s paying off.
He earned $13 million in endorsements in 2007, a 13 percent jump from $11.5 million last year and a figure good enough to place Manning 9th among U.S. sports celebrities and first in the National Football League.
Peyton Manning seems like a swell guy, and I’m glad he’s gettin money, but why is he the most marketable guy in the NFL? You would think that Tom Brady and LaDainian Tomlinson would be more Madison Avenue friendly.. As a matter of fact, on the surface you’d think anybody short of Michael Vick would be better at slangin product than Peyton Manning. You’d be wrong. I’m no fan of his pre-snap histrionics, but #18 is money when he’s in front of the camera for cash.
Manning endorsements now top $13M. Courtesy of the Indy Star
Tags: Peyton Manning, NFL, Indianapolis Colts, Endorsements
Connersvine has an acoustic-driven rock sound that communicates through worshipful melodies and passionate vocals. Made up of Chris Wilson and Hunter Smith, this acoustic duo’s fervor for the glory of God can be heard through their music, both recorded and live, sometimes on their own, and oftentime with a full band.
I think it’s safe to say the Roger Goodell won’t be suspending Hunter Smith for his lyrical content. Here’s a look at Connersvine in action:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_xK3htQpco[/youtube]
The Colts are the most openly christian team in professional sports. From head coach Tony Dungy on down, Indy is a faith based team… So faith based that it’s a miracle they don’t win the Super Bowl every year.
The Colts Punter is Ready To Rock. Courtesy of With Leather
Tags: Hunter Smith, Colt’s Punter, Myspace, Facebook, Indianapolis Colts, Christian Rock, NFL, You Tube
EA Sports is holding an election for the cover of it’s NFL Tour 2008. It seems like EA is rolling out a new NFL game every week. There’s Madden, NFL Street, NFL Head Coach, NFL Dogfighting, and the hardest game of all, NFL Black Quarterback. Here’s what EA’s latest installment is all about:
NFL Tour is a new NFL licensed video game that offers players a fun and engaging experience with the NFL and its talented players. Gamers will be able to embark on a fictional NFL road show. With real NFL players as teammates, players will travel across the country to play against each of the NFL teams in newly designed stadiums. As players defeat each of the NFL squads, they come one step closer to winning a NFL contract.
Yaaawwn.. Sounds like fun… The candidates for the NFL Tour are Jason Taylor, Shawne Merriman, and Dwight Freeney, and you can cast your vote here. If you haven’t decided on who deserves your vote, check out their ads.
Jason Taylor:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=148a70NoaT8[/youtube]
“Follow me to victory.” Yeah not quite JT. Not quite.
Shawne Merriman:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO5qtU1UjBo[/youtube]
According to Mr. Merriman he’s tough, soo pretty, and he hears them cry when they see him coming. That was a step up from Taylor’s vid. Wooo!!
Dwight Freeney:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oqhzq2rt98[/youtube]
If Dwight wins, I hope they wake him up for the cover shoot. I’d have to give my vote to Merriman if it’s based on these commercials, Freeney if it’s based on “team success”, and Taylor if it’s based on bad acting.
Decision ‘08. Courtesy of EA Sports
EA Sports Announces Cover Athlete Election. Courtesy of 360 Daily News
Tags: EA Sports, Video Games, NFL Tour, Jason Taylor, Shawne Merriman, Dwight Freeney
