Stephen Paea

Stephen Paea from Oregon St set the NFL Combine record for most reps on the bench press @ 225 lbs over the weekend.  I'm not sure it means much though, look at the list at the end of the video, who are those guys, I haven't heard of any of them.  Still, I must admit it's pretty impressive to put up 49 reps.

Potpourri

• How can all of the inequality in this country be a good thing?   
• Here's another good Addison Rose link.  
• Joe Scarborough & Peter Wehner call out Glen Beck.  
• Anna Kournikova still looks damn good in a bikini.  
• GOP budget cuts would cost over 700,000 jobs. 
• RIP Duke Snider. 
• PopSugar's top bikini moments of 2010 here. 
• NYT rips Arizona legislature. 
• Best & Worst fashions at the 2011 Ocscars. 
• GOP budget cuts would cut funding for 1 million+ low income students.
  

Stephanie Seymour

If there was a TPSG Babe Hall of Fame, Stephanie Seymour would certainly be a member.



In her prime, you would have been hard pressed to find anyone hotter.

TPSG Academy Award Predictions

The 2011 Academy Awards are tomorrow night, here are my predictions:


Best Picture
The way I see it this one comes down to "The King's Speech" or "The Social Network" and the best film that I saw last year was "The Social Network" so I'm going with that film to win this one.  My long shot pick would be "Toy Story 3", I'm just not sure that an animated film will get the nod. 

Best Actor
There seems to be some late steam around Javier Bardem for "Biutiful", but I have to believe that Colin Firth is a lock for his performance in "The King's Speech", I predict that he'll win this one.  My long shot pick here would be Jess Eisenberg for "The Social Network", his portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg was excellent.   

Best Actress
This one seems to be between Natalie Portman for "Black Swan" and Annette Benning for "The Kids Are All Right".   Natalie Portman probably should win it but I'm guessing Annette Benning will get the nod for her body of work (that seems to be how the Oscar's work).   My long shot pick here is Jennifer Lawrence for her performance in "Winter's Bone". 

Best Supporting Actor
I think this one comes down to Christian Bale for his work on "The Fighter" and Geoffrey Rush for his work on "The King's Speech".  I'll go with Christian Bale, the steam on him is pretty heavy.  Jeremy Renner for his performance in "The Town" may also stand an outside shot. 

Best Supporting Actress
This is a tough one, it should go to Hailee Steinfeld for "True Grit" but I'm thinking she'll be seen as too much of a newcomer.  I predict that Amy Adams get's the nod for her work on "The Fighter".

Colbert on the WI Protests

More good stuff from Stephen Colbert.  

Potpourri

• Steven Threet, starting QB at ASU, calls it quits due to concussions. 
• I've always been a Traci Bingham fan. I wish we'd see more of her. 
• Deron Williams traded to the Nets. 
• Where have you been all my life Catalina Otalvaro???   
• Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker punked.  
• Wonder whatever happened to Keyra Agustina?  Check this site.
• This girl is amazing. I think her name is Dawn Avril.  
• Hypocrite Newt Gingrich called on his infidelities.  
• Why did Fox News cheer the Tea Party protests but slam the WI protests?
• It's time to step aside Moammar Gaddafi. 
  

Georgia Jones

This girl is hot, especially in white.  You can check out her website here. 



You can find the un-edited version of this video here.

Why does the GOP hate Unions?

I don't get it, someone explain to me why the GOP is so opposed to labor unions.  They bill themselves as the party of the middle class don't they?  Aren't labor unions responsible for the 5 day work week?  And the 40 hour work week?  And child labor protections?  And job security?  And safer working conditions?  And pensions?  And competitive pay?   Don't those things benefit the middle class?  Shouldn't those be things to strive for?   If so, why are Republicans so against labor unions?

I'll tell you why, the way I see it there are 2 reasons and neither has to do with helping the middle class.  1) Big business loves cheap labor and GOP are shills for big business.  You know, part of that whole failed trickle down theory, give more to those on top and hope it trickles down to the peons.  How does holding wages and benefits down benefit the middle class though?   2) Labor unions donate significantly more money to Democrats than Republicans and it's not even close.  Think about that for a second, why do you think that would be?  Could it be that Democrats do more to help the middle class, they push for better pay and wages, they push for more worker protections, don't you think they be more receptive to helping unions?  Of course they would be.  Now if the GOP could bust up these unions don't you think that would benefit them (by minimizing their donations to the Democratic party and Democratic candidates)?  

Wake up people, the GOP is not looking out for you, they are looking out for those at the top, stop voting for them already.

Corey Brewer

Corey Brewer was has been traded by the Twolves to the Knicks (for Anthony Randolph).  He'll go down as just another bad draft pick by the Twolves.  Anyways, here's my favorite Corey Brewer as a Timberwolf moment. 

Potpourri

• Carmello Anthony traded to the Knicks
• Check out this "How to Flirt" video.  
• Padma Lakshmi looks pretty good in a bikini.  
• Trevor Bayne wins the Daytona 500.
• Blake Griffin wins the NBA All Star Slam Dunk contest. 
• Gwyneth Paltrow is looking remarkable good!!  Loved her on SNL too.  
• James Jones wins the NBA All Star 3-Point Shoot Out. 
• Megan Fox in her underwear!!!!
• Vikings place franchise tag on Chad Greenway.  
• Sophia Vergara bikini pictures here. 

Random Hot Girl Dancing

NBA All-Star Saturday

The NBA really does has the best All-Star game of any of the 4 major sports in this country.   All Star Saturday is almost always highly entertaining.   This years dunk contest was the best that they've put on in years.  Well done NBA. 

Potpourri

• How to successfully approach a woman.  
• Italian PM Berlusconi indicted on prostitution charges. See Ruby Heartbreaker here. 
• SI Swimsuit models at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. 
• More of the SI Swimsuit models can be found here. 
• I just can't get enough, more of the SI Swimsuit models at the Hard Rock. 
• Georgia Jones is kinda hot!
• RIP Dave Duerson. 
• I really enjoy HuffingtonPost.com. Hopefully, AOL doesn't ruin it.
• Demi Moore still looking good at 48. 
• Check out CBS Sports latest NFL Mock Drafts here.
  

SI Swimsuit Models at Luxor

I was just in Las Vegas, it just so happens that the SI Swimsuit models were visiting the hotel I was staying at (the only piece of luck I had while in Vegas BTW).  Anyways, I got a good view of the following events (see below video).  For the record, the hottest girl I saw there was Catrinel Menghia, keep an eye out for her, she is absolutely gorgeous.  Others who stood out, Irina Shayk, Jessica White, Brooklyn Decker, Jessica Perez & Cintia Dicker.  Good time, so happy I was able to see it. 

Potpourri

• The attack on Lara Logan in Egypt really sickens me. 
• Jadeveon Clowney elects to play college football at South Carolina.  What a beast. 
• How to get a discount on a new car.  
• WorkSafeGirls is a nice website, I must say that I rather enjoy it. 
• Protests spread to Iran and beyond.
• Scottish Deerhound wins Best in Show at Westminster.
• Check out AskMen's Top 99 Most Desirable Women of 2011 here. 
• Blake Lively was AskMen's Most Desirable Woman of 2011 BTW.
• Check out MediaMatters, lets keep the politicians honest.
• Spearmint Rhino Las Vegas, here I come, love that place! 
  

Irina Shayk

In honor of the 2011 SI Swimsuit Issue, here's a little Irina Shayk. 

2011 SI Swimsuit Issue Cover

Sports Illustrated revealed their 2011 Swimsuit Issue Cover last night on Late Night with David Letterman, Irina Shayk gets the cover.  You can find more pics & videos here too.  Works for me. 

Potpourri

• You can find the Grammy winners here.  
• Jim Bowden picks his top 50 MLB prospects here.
• RIP Chuck Tanner. 
• I'm starting to become a big fan of Summer Glau.  
• Is Fedor Emelianenko finished? 
• I can't wait to check out Salt River Fields at Talking Stick.
• I love "1000 Ways to Die" on FX, check it out. 
• Apparently there is good money in being a dictator.  
• When did Kevin Garnett become such a punk? 
• Arnold Schwarzenegger to return to acting. 
  

Happy Valentine's Day

The Packers are ......

...... obviously doing something right!

Is MN becoming a basketball hotbed?

How do you think this team would do?  I think you could match it up against any team in the NCAA. Lock up those borders Tubby. 

CENTER:
Jared Berggren - Wisconsin - Princeton, MN
Mike Muscala - Bucknell - Roseville, MN

POWER FORWARD:
Jon Leuer - Wisconsin - Orono, MN
Trevor Mbakwe - Minnesota - St Paul, MN

SMALL FORWARD:
Rodney Williams - Minnesota - Minneapolis, MN
Mike Bruesewitz - Wisconsin - St Paul, MN
Noah Dahlman - Wofford - Braham, MN

OFF GUARD:
Blake Hoffarber - Minnesota - Minnetonka, MN
Trent Lockett - Arizona St - Golden Valley, MN
Jamar Diggs - Wofford - Minneapolis, MN

POINT GUARD:
Jordan Taylor - Wisconsin - Bloomington, MN
Al Nolen - Minnesota - Minneapolis, MN
Kwadzo Ahelegbe - Northern Iowa - Oakdale, MN
Cameron Rundles - Wofford - Minneapolis, MN

OTHERS:
Royce White - Iowa St - Minneapolis, MN
Kevin Noreen - West Virginia - Minneapolis, MN
Jordair Jett - Saint Louis - St Paul, MN
Jacob Thomas - Long Beach St - Columbia Heights, MN

Potpourri

• Hosni Mubarak finally leaves Egypt.  
• Man killed by armed bird. 
• Arizona Cardinals hire Ray Horton as Defensive Coordinator.
• I can't get enough of Marisa Miller in a bikini. 
• Come on Mark Sanchez, you can do better than this. 
• Donald Trump for President????  God help us! 
• Jon Kyl not running for reelection in 2010. Janet Napolitano anybody?
• Jerry Sloan stepping down in Utah.
• Check out www.arizonasports.com for well Arizona sports news.    
• $18.3 million price tag to fix the Metrodome.  Build a new stadium already.

Just Go With It

"Just Go With It" with Adam Sandler opens today, from what I can tell there's only one reason to go see it, can you take a guess what that reason is?



Speaking of Adam Sandler, I have a love/hate relationship with him, I love some of his movies and I hate some of his movies.  Anyways, here's my list of Top 10 Adam Sandler movies:

1. Happy Gilmore - 1996
2. The Wedding Singer - 1998
3. Billy Madison - 1995
4. Funny People - 2009
5. Anger Management - 2003
6. The Waterboy - 1998
7. You Don't Mess with the Zohan - 2007
8. The Longest Yard - 2005
9. Big Daddy - 1999
10. I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry - 2007

****EDIT****
OK, I saw "Just Go With It", there's actually another reason to see this movie, Jennifer Anniston, she looked great (in a bikini no less).  Actually, the movie, although a bit predictable, was pretty good, I recommend.

QB Options for the Vikes & Cards

I think it's safe to say that both the Vikings and Cardinals will have a new starting QB next year, the only real question is whether they go for a stop gap type of guy or draft a QB (or both).  From what I can see, these are the best options out there.  

TIER 1

• Kevin Kolb - easily the best option for anyone looking for a long term answer at QB

TIER 2

• Matt Hasselback - I don't see the Seahawks letting him go, but I think he's got a few years left, he'd be an ideal stop gap QB
• Vince Young - still young & extremely talented, not a student of the game though, high risk and reward with him.  
• Carson Palmer - he's requested a trade, I'm not sure the Bengals want to trade him though. He hasn't played well the last couple years either though. 
• Kyle Orton - not flashy but he's been productive in Chicago and Denver. 
• Donovan McNabb - near the end of his career, he might be an alright stop gap QB. 

TIER 3

• Mark Bulger - he hasn't played much the last 2 years, he might still have some tread left on the tires though, many in the Cards organization apparently like him.
• Bruce Gradkowski - he played well with the Raiders last year, still a young guy too. 
• Matt Flynn - played well when Rogers was out, I can't help of thinking about Scott Mitchell though.
• Alex Smith - perhaps a change of scenery would help, although I doubt it
• Kerry Collins - the Titans may keep him if Young is shipped out, he's a solid veteran.
• Shaun Hill - another guy who's not flashy, he doesn't have the big arm, but he's fairly productive.

TIER 4

• Matt Leinart - for Vikes, not Cards obviously, he might just need an opportunity.
• Tarvaris Jackson - for Cards, not Vikes obviously, he's got the tools, why wasn't he given more of a chance though?  
• Dennis Dixon - he's a young guy, he's got some ability, lots of unknowns about him too though.
• Billy Volek - career backup, solid whenever given a chance though.  
• Rex Grossman - played ok in relief of McNabb in Washington, might be best suited for a back up roll at this point though

You've got to love body paint!

Potpourri

• The myth of Ronald Reagan continues to grow.  
• 2011 NFL Hall of Fame class announced.   
• Keith Olbermann to Current TV?  
• Super Bowl XLV sets a ratings record.  
• Rosie Jones is looking very nice! 
• Mike Munchak named head coach of the Titans.
• Taxed too much?  Really? 
• Cavs lose NBA record 25th straight. 
• Nick Saban defends his policy of oversigning.  Of course he does. 
• It looks like Adriana Lima is losing some of her pregnancy weight.  

Best Super Bowl Commercial?

According to USA Today, it was this one.  Here's their Ad Meter. 

I liked this one though.

Packers Win Super Bowl

The Packers beat the Steelers 31-25 to win Super Bowl XLV tonight.  Turnovers really did in the Steelers, the Packers scored off of all 3 of the Steelers turnovers, that was just too big of a hole to dig out of.  I'm really not a Packers fan so I hated seeing them win, at least it went down to the wire and was an entertaining game.  Other observations:  1) Aaron Rodgers certainly deserved the Super Bowl MVP Award with his 3 TD passes, he definitely needs to be in the conversation when talking about the best QB in football.  2) What happened to Christina Aguilera?  She looked like a mess and she screwed up the National Anthem.  3) I wasn't too impressed by the Black Eyed Peas halftime show, it just seemed to lack something.  4) The commercials were nothing fantastic either, a few good ones but way too many very mediocre ones too.  5) Now, the NFL owners and players need to set aside their differences and reach agreement on a new CBA so that no games are missed next year, there is plenty of money to go around, get it done.

UFO in Israel?

You be the judge.

Random Hot Girl Dancing

Potpourri

• How the tax code favors the wealthy. 
• Irina Shayk is DT Magazine's hottest celebrity.  
• Bill Belichick named NFL Coach of the Year.  
• Bar Refaeli in lingerie.  Works for me.  
• Tom Brady named NFL Offensive Player of the Year. 
• Audrina Patridge is looking fine in her Bongo. 
• Troy Polamalu named NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
• University of Minnesota football class of 2011 here.
• Arizona State University football class of 2011 here.
• Check out Popoholic's Top Ten Celebrity Babes of 2010.
  

February flavor of the month .............

.....is C.J. Miles.  You can check out her website here.  I've actually met C.J., she's not only hot as hell but she's also a very nice girl. 

Kevin Love

If ever there was a player worthy of the All Star game it's Kevin Love.  21.6 points, an NBA leading 15.6 rebounds per game, a double/double in 33 straight games (and counting).