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Yeah, but they got there in the end, amazing game, I honestly didn't expect my Niners to pull that off....... I always thought highly of Cousins coming through Michigan State and was thrilled to see him do so well. It must be very comforting for the Redskins to know that they have so much class even at back up, not all teams have that. As for Wilson, he is doing great but I think, given the outstanding year rookie QBs have had he will fall short of Luck or Griffen for ROTY.

I've always had faith in Bradford, he isn't the issue for the Rams...... But new coach (as well as Sam's third OC in as many seasons) will take a bit of getting used to. The first half may be a little shakey but despite my need for them not to, I think the Rams will get better as the season goes on.

I feel so sorry for the Seahawk Quarterbacks with TO on the way....... He has already got into a snip with the coach, Pete Carroll, regarding the number the club assigned him. Funny footage!!! As for my beloved Niners, they beat the Vikes pretty handily yesterday, but honestly pre-season is not exactly what we want to see. Although it was great to see both our QB's play some good ball. Especially since for a near champion team last year Alex Smith was easily the weakest of his kind out there.

Very amusing but no Tania Zaetta (Bollywood connections aside) in this little sing a long!!! He was professing his "love" through song, for this young lady.......

And yet the wheel keeps on turning....... Callum Ferguson, Cameron White recalled, Glenn Maxwell called up for Australia's series against Pakistan http://www.foxsports.com.au/cricket/australia/callum-ferguson-cameron-white-earn-recalls-and-glenn-maxwell-is-called-up-for-australias-series-against-pakistan/story-fn2mcu3x-1226427141748

Cadel Evans indicates he believes Spanish fans put tacks on the road during stage 14 of the Tour de France http://www.foxsports...u-1226427194175

It's a funny thing when the media talk of the "Big 4" given that Fed has 17 now, Rafa 11, Djoker 5 and Murray...... He is still a class above the rest of the field but if he doesn't get one soon then he may well become that dreaded "best never". Unfortunately for Andy cold hard reality is that he has landed in one of the most amazing eras of men's tennis and while Federer and Nadal have been going hammer and tong for years now, we were all waiting to see who was going to step up to their amazing level and enter the battles, Djokovic has done that (his 2011 was astonishing) leaving Murray behind in a kind of limbo. I would have loved to see him win this Wimbledon and the 11th game of the second set is where it all started to go wrong for him. Congrats to Fed though, on that green stage he really is the king.

Amen..... One of my absolute favourite players.

Yeah but Mitchell Johnson still managed to squeeze one out......

I did Dan..... And I really have no idea whether my 49ers did well of not, given I didn't know many of the names on the list. The Colts did do a great job. Luck will be sensational, at least he looks ready made and given the fact he has his favourite Stanford target (Coby Fleener) coming along with him. I would have loved Fleener to come to play for us in San Francisco as a damn good back up to Vernon Davis, while being bigger than the other TE's on the list (it also would have been conveinant for him!!). I also think that the Rams will be far better this season, with a new coach and a raft of offensive linesmen and wide receivers taken in the draft to help Sam Bradford, who was the worst protected QB in the league IMO then when he did get to throw the ball it was inevitably dropped. They should be better unfortunately. The Browns are interesting as they have essentially replaced their very young (and improving) starting QB in Colt McCoy with Brandan Wheedon, who is closer to thirty and will not have the wonderous get out of jail card in Cleveland as he did at Oklahoma State in Justin Blackmon. In fact outside of Petyon Hillis there is very little going on. As for the Seahawks, they are an odd one. They traded for what seems to be a good albeit nearly untested QB from Green Bay and he will help given what they have had. The one club that is causing great media question marks is Washington. They traded the world and a pretty good chunk of their present and future draft picks to the Rams to get a hold of their second pick so they could draft someone who they clearly believe is a potential franchise quaterback in Robert Griffen III and yet spent their fourth round pick on another quality QB (and a good on in Kirk Cousins), thus undermining both, especially Cousins who won't take a snap this season. Will be interesting to see how that one plays out........ http://espn.go.com/v...clip?id=7872352

Hadds support rolls in WE'VE had plenty of feedback with people wanting to pass on their good wishes to Brad Haddin and his family after we told you about his daughter Mia's battle with cancer. Haddin is grateful to all the well-wishers and even thanked this column for its support, which of course he didn't have to do but it shows what a quality bloke he is. Haddin can't thank all of those who have offered their support in person, but he sent me the following text. "At the moment things are very raw and we have a long way to go. We would like to keep things as private as we can. But we are very grateful and appreciate everyone's well wishes from the bottom of our heart. Brad and Karina". Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/rugby-league/league-news/anastaroosters-split-far-from-amicable-20120407-1whzf.html#ixzz1tbnIc0FV

I know and understand what all you fine gentlemen are saying...... I'm just not personally sold, yet. That's not to say I won't be in time, but right now for me (just me) there just seems to be something missing. And I also agree with you Rhino when you say Roach and particularly Shillingford are class. In fact the Windies look to be a team on the rise.

And I'll read anything I want to into what Clarke says...... Clarke didn't actually have to say anything at all other than pull a PC comment out of his arse. Haddin didn't need to be brought up by anyone other than the press. And I honestly don't think Wade has set the world on fire, but he has become such a hero. I guess being a Victorian helps him here. But I disagree with that assessment to this point, so still Paine for me (if that's allowed)

My opinon Rogue...... And I'm sorry but nothing he has done (or you've said) changes it.......

Who took five in the final innings and claimed another series win........

OK, this is the first score of substance (good that it was) and he has been less than able to bat the way that is needed...... His One Day scores were staggeringly slow, good scores maybe but wretchedly slow, and the average for this series has been low, although he isn't alone here. Now I am not taking anything away from what he did in that innings, because the batting in the Windies has been very ordinary, but I am just not sold as yet. Wade doesn't instill confidence in me. And Paine, for mine, is a better keeper. He is sharper and cleaner behind the stumps (when he has all his fingers) Other stuff I can't put my finger on, outside of trusting our captain, but hey, that is all just my opinion!!!

Haddin's young daughter has been diagnosed with cancer. She was hospitalised right before the tour started...... This is completely and unfortunately true, and he has been given all the support in the world from his team. And cricket-wise, century or not I'm not sold on Wade, it's Paine for mine.

You'd have to think that their class will come through in due course...... My guys are middle of their division, above .500, after winning two on the road out of three in Oakland. The A's are doing OK and winning is winning. And when it comes to the Tribe, anywhere, anytime is great!!! Looking forward to getting Sizemore back soon too !!!

OK, for starters, hands off Sid ....... Secondly a lot of his concussion problems seem to have stemmed from a crack in his neck that went staggeringly undiagnosed for months. Hopefully with that being healed now we can see him back to his best, next year might be pretty good to be a Penguin!!!

Bugger ........

No probs, I just get sick of the bleating about his injuries being faked and the endless whining about how good he actually is..... As for the refs, you're probably right but given my team allegiances that, if true(!!) doesn't bother me so much!!!

Oh for gods sake, I am as it happens..... You may want to have a little more respect for that .

Saved by their goalie...... Yeah Pens !!!

As for the Denver situation. I find the sheer size and scale of Mannings contract to be completely extreme, but then again it is Peyton Manning...... But at what 37 years old next season, three serious neck surgeries, and a year out of the game, that is a lot of faith ($$) being taken on the fact that he won't break down again, and possibly permanently. However with Denver being run by John Elway, one of the most beautifully classical quarterbacks that ever graced this game, who I'd imagine would have found it torturous watching Tebow butcher the simplest plays that involved releasing the ball, and seeing the Bronco wide receivers going stir crazy from utter and complete boredom. This would not sit well with the two time Superbowl winner. Tebow played as well as he could and was kept in most games by a truly outstanding defensive unit, but he is not a good QB, and certainly not in the fashion of an Elway. Manning is a risk because of his health and age (two very important things) but his skill and class is never questioned and he may just fit with what Denver want out of their offence. That being said not a pick up without a huge amount of risk, but I guess they genuinely believe the potential rewards are greater. We'll see!!!

Yeah the Jets decision making makes no sense to me either...... I don't have much time for Tebow and for my money Sanchez is by far the better quarterback (he can throw the ball afterall). But the insanity of "Tebow-Time" being ramped up even further on the massive New York stage makes Sanchez's position simply appalling and possible untenable. One mistake, or slip in form ala last season, which was pretty damn poor especially given the previous years, and his world will cave in on him.a And I'm not sure how tough he is yet, despite his handling the very insane Santonio Holmes and getting them to two Disional Playoff games. Then again if he ever want to move back to California, my 9ers will be needing a new QB in due course !!!