Obamacare Winners & Losers?

Does it appear to anyone else that the mainstream media is letting the right wing control the narrative on Obamacare? Listening to them you'd think that everybody is being hurt by Obamacare, yet that is far from the truth, just look at the chart below, are things really that bad?  And just think how things would look if the Republicans would stop trying to sabotage it and worked to improve it. 

Candice Swanepoel - Mesmerized

That's what I'm talking about!

AZ Tidbits

• Election-law changes likely on the 2014 ballot. Thank God! 
• Phoenix Suns trade Marcin Gortat and 3 others to the Washington Wizards. 
• Check out this catch by ASU RB Marion Grice.  He's having a heckuva season. 
• Arizona State ranked first for Hottest College Girls.  
• Arizona Governor Jan Brewer is fine with the Redskins moniker.
• 2 Arizona groups linked to Koch brothers fined $1 million for campaign finance violations.
• GOP candidate for Arizona Governor arrested for DUI in 2004. 
• It really is time to for the City of Phoenix to end the practice of pension spiking.  
• Arizona power company bankrolled Arizona's anti solar ad blitz.
• Would the Arizona Cardinals really trade Larry Fitzgerald? 
• John McCain considering another Senate run in 2016.  
• Pizzeria Bianco once again named among the best pizza joints in the U.S. 
• Matt Williams leaves Diamondbacks to manage the Washington Nationals.
• University of Arizona named one of the Sexiest Colleges. 
• ASU football mid season report card here. 
• Did Dustin Pedroia really mock his Arizona State education?  
• Scottsdale ranked in Top 100 for Best Places to Live in Nation.  
• Was Johnny Knoxville drugged at a University of Arizona fraternity? 
• What is Wilbur doing in Rich-Rod's shower?   
• Sometimes, not often, but sometimes, I really like John McCain. 

RIP Lou Reed

Truly one of the greats, he will be missed.

Vikings 31, Packers 44

The Vikings lose another one, this time 44-31 to the Packers at the Metrodome.  The Vikings fall to 1-6 on the season.  What a disaster, they were in the playoffs last year, WTF happened?  I'm ready for a complete overhaul, they've basically been running the same schemes that Brad Childress brought with him in 2006, they're obviously not working, they really need to blow things up at this point. It's really getting rather embarrassing to watch.  Please make it end!

Observations:

• I think that it's safe to say that the team has quit on Leslie Frazier. 
• The Vikings defense is just gawd awful.    
• The Vikings two late garbage time touchdowns made the game appear closer than it was.
• Cordarrelle Patterson knows how to start a game.  Now work him into the offense!
• Christian Ponder didn't exactly grasp back the starting QB job.  He really limits their offense.
• The Vikings third down defense was absolutely atrocious tonight.
• Are there really no better options than Brandon Fusco at OG? 
• The Vikings streak of allowing 23+ points a game continues!!  
• Is it possible that this was Jared Allen's last game as a Viking?  
• The Vikings could really use a big fat run stopping NT like Pat Williams right about now. 
• Time of Possession:  Packers 40:54, Vikings 19:06.
• Total Plays:  Packers 73, Vikings 43.
• For the record, the Packers do have a punter.  
• Can we get rid of the Cover-2 defense already?  
• Teddy Bridgewater?  Marcus Mariota?  Brett Hundley?  Or Johnny Football?
• Do you think the Vikings could talk Bill Cowher or Jon Gruden out of retirement?
• Is Jeff Locke really averaging over 46 yards a punt?  He gets a lot of work too.
• Sorry Greg Jennings, but Aaron Rodgers is damn good.  
• It was nice to see Joey Browner inducted into the Vikings Ring of Honor.   
• I really liked the Vikings purple/purple uniform combo.  
• I kinda like that Carrie Underwood Sunday Night Football intro.  
• Up next? @ Dallas to take on the Cowboys next Sunday.  I predict another loss.

Cardinals 27, Falcons 13

The Cardinals move to 4-4 on the season today with a 27-13 win over the Atlanta Falcons at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.  I think this may have been the Cardinals most impressive game of the season, they were solid on both offense and defense, they really had the look of a team that wants to make a run down the stretch.  Nice game Cards!  Keep it up!

Observations:

• Andre Ellington sure has the looks of a starting RB.  154 yards rushing.
• The Cardinals defense sure seems to have Matt Ryan's number. 
• Damn, Larry Fitzgerald is the youngest WR to reach 800 receptions.
• The Cardinals held the Falcons to XXX rushing yards.
• Karlos Dansby has been a great addition for the Cardinals.   
• How can you not be a fan of Rashad Johnson?  Tough as nails. 
• A Rob Housler sighting, that was nice to see.  
• Nice pass rush by the Cardinals today against a good Falcon OL.  
• Rushing Yards:  Cardinals 201, Falcons 27. 
• 11 carries for 6 yards for Steven Jackson.  Wow.  
• The Honey Badger continues to make a positive impression. 
• Remember back when the Cardinals gave some consideration to cutting Jay Feely? 
• Was that a Robert Massie sighting?  Eric Winston has been a bit disappointing.
• The Falcons seem to miss WR Julio Jones & Roddy White.
• Up next?  Next week is their bye week, then @ home against the Texans in 2 weeks.

Minnesota 34, Nebraska 23

The Gophers knock off Nebraska 34-23 today in Minneapolis.  The Gophers improve to 6-2 on the season (and 2-2 in the B1G) and more importantly, the Gophers are now bowl eligible! This was undoubtedly the biggest win of the Jerry Kill era at Minnesota, it was certainly a victory worthy of a storming of the field.  Tracey Claeys was acting head coach once again.  Jerry Kill was in the press box coaching booth, I think his job is safe at this point though, the team seems to really be rallying around their coach and his health issues!  This could be that signature win that Kill has been looking for. 

Observations:

• And so ends the Huskers 16 game winning streak over Minnesota!!!
• This may have been Matt Limegrover's best game as OC at Minnesota.
• Mitch Leidner got his third straight start at QB for the Gophers. 
• Philip Nelson did end up playing most of the game at QB for the Gophers though.
• It was good to see Ed Olson starting at LT, his experience is much needed. 
• Ra'Shede Hageman was a beast once again.  NFL bound!
• The Gopher WR's need to do a much better job of catching the ball. Too many drops.
• Two games in a row with 100+ yards rushing for David Cobb.  
• After trailing 10-0, Minnesota outscored Nebraska 34-13. 
• Minnesota play selection:   Rushing 54 plays, Passing 17 plays. 
• Time of Possession:  Minnesota 35:37, Nebraska 24:23
• Donovahn Jones needs to become a bigger part of the Gophers gameplan. 
• The Gophers third down defense still needs some work.  
• Chris Hawthorne is quietly having a pretty solid season as the Gophers kicker.
• Taylor Martinez looked rusty.  Tim Tebow II. 
• The Gophers could use a RB like Ameer Abdullah. Jeffrey Jones? Deron Thompson?
• Forget Jerry Kill, is Bo Pelini back on the hot seat? 
• Up next?  @ Indiana next Saturday.  That's a winnable game. 

Jon Stewart on Tea Party Takeover

More great stuff from Jon Stewart and "The Daily Show".

The Daily Show

More here. 

Hardbodies!

I love women with hardbodies!
 

POTpourri

• 2013 World Series matchup set:  Boston Red Sox vs St Louis Cardinals.  
• The first BSC College Football rankings are out.  
• The so-called fiscal conservative's shutdown cost America 24 billion dollars.  
• Support for marijuana legalization reaches all time high of 58 percent. 
• Disdain for the GOP and Tea Party reaches new record lows. 
• Much needed PunditFact is coming our way soon.  
• How can you not be a fan of Bill Murray?   
• Do you want to know what really happened in Benghazi?  
• RIP Bum Phillips, Don James, Bud Adams & Scott Carpenter.
• Minnesota Lynx win the 2013 WNBA title.  
• Keep an eye out for Jameis Winston, this guy is going to be a star on Sundays. 
• Will "House of Cards" season 2 be their last season?  I hope not.
• I find it interesting that Republicans only miss government once it's shutdown.  
• Are you familiar with MissAlice_18?  You should be.  
• Abominable Snowman mystery solved.  Bigfoot is now on the clock.  
• Please don't believe everything that Sean Hannity tells you. 
• We are being attacked by monster sea serpents!!!
• WTF are you doing to "Parks and Recreation" NBC?  It's the funniest show on TV. 
• Are you aware that the Koch brothers could make $100 billion from the Keystone Pipeline.
• Byron Buxton wins Spink Award as top minor league player of 2013

October Flavor of the Month . . . .

. . . .  is Nina Agdal.  Catch her on Twitter here.  Facebook here.  So hot!!!

Vikings 7, Giants 23

The Vikings really stunk it up tonight on MNF as they fall to the previously winless Giants 23-7 in New York.  The Vikings fall to 1-5 on the season.  That is two stinkers in a row for the Vikes, I wouldn't blame Zygi Wilf if he made a coaching change tonight, this performance really was that unacceptable.  Could Mike Singletary, Mike Priefer or George Stewart really do any worse?  If nothing else it would send a message to the fans that ownership isn't going to put up with this garbage.  Either way, they're not going to win another game playing like this. 

Observations:

• Josh Freeman was obviously not ready to be taking snaps yet.   
• I liked Freeman's pocket presence, his accuracy was just dreadful though.  
• Why don't the Vikings ever send Cordarrelle Patterson deep?  
• What the heck happened to the Vikings offensive line? 
• Even Blair Walsh had a rough game.  WTF? 
• Time of Possession:  Giants 36:22, Vikings 23:38
• Adrian Peterson, 28 yards on only 13 carries, that's 2.2 yards per carry. 
• Why didn't the Vikings bring back CB Antoine Winfield again? 
• What have you done to the Vikings Rick Spielman?
• Jared Allen doesn't take games off!  100 games in a row!
• Matt Cassel drops to third on the Vikings QB depth chart.   
• On the bright side, Marcus Sherels returned another punt for a TD. 
• Nice sack by Jared Allen.  Should they trade him now? 
• Up next?  The Packers @ Mall of America Field in Minneapolis next Sunday night.

Elizabeth Warren

If the Tea Party was really as concerned about government waste as they claim to be, shouldn't they be having a conniption over this latest government shutdown?  And shouldn't they be big supporters of Elizabeth Warren?  Can you say hypocrites?

Arizona State 53, Washington 24

The Sun Devils routed 20th ranked Washington 53-24 today at Sun Devil Stadium. The Devils improve to 5-2 on the season (and 3-1 in the Pac-12).  This win puts the Devils in the driver's seat in the Pac-12 South.  The ASU defense was the key to this game, they just completely dominated a very good Washington offense.  If ASU can keep their defense playing at this level, combined with their already strong offense, they could really make some noise down the stretch.  Statement victory!

Observations:

• Negative 5 yards rushing for Washington today, that is damn impressive defense.
• 3 more touchdowns for ASU RB Marion Grice, and 158 yards rushing. 
• Only 3 catches for 7 yards for ASU WR Jaelen Strong. 
• The ASU defensive line completely dominated the UW offensive line. 
• Total Yards:  Arizona State 585, Washington 212 
• Time of Possession:  Arizona State 38:40, Washington 21:20
• Arizona State is now 12-0 under Todd Graham when leading at half time.   
• Arizona State is now 5-0 at home this season.  
• 317 yards rushing from Arizona State, that's unheard of. 
• Yet another strong performance out of ASU QB Taylor Kelly. 
• Only 22 yards rushing on 13 carries (1.7 yards per carry) for Bishop Sankey.
• Up next?  @ Washington State on Halloween Night (that's a Thursday night game).

Minnesota 20, Northwestern 17

Impressive 20-17 road victory for the Gophers today in Evanston, IL over Northwestern.  With this victory, the Gophers improve to 5-2 on the season (and 1-3 in the B1G).  The Gophers went into this game as a 12 point underdog and were playing without head coach Jerry Kill once again.  Reports are that Jerry Kill gave the team a half time speech, I don't know what he said but the Gophers played a heckuva second half.  Hopefully, they can get some positive momentum building down the stretch.

Observations:

• There was a second half Jerry Kill press box sighting.  Good to see.
• Both QB's played today, Philip Nelson seemed to move the offense better today. 
• Time management on behalf of the Gophers to close first half was just abysmal.
• Horrible penalty call in the 3rd quarter costs the Gophers a TD.  
• True freshman WR Drew Wolitarsky made his first start, he's a huge target.  
• Ra'Shede Hageman was in beast mode once again.  NFL bound!
• LB James Manuel had a nice game.   Nice pick 6!
• Lots of mental mistakes by the Gophers today, they didn't seem ready to play at the start.
• Was that starting DB Brock Vereen playing at CB today? 
• No Venric Mark and Kain Colter today for Northwestern. 
• Minnesota punter Peter Mortell is quietly having a stellar season.  
• Minnesota committed an uncharacteristic 9 penalties today.  
• Northwestern is reeling, that's 3 straight losses for them. 
• It was nice to see Ed Olson finally getting some playing time at OT.
• David Cobb had a nice game. 103 yards rushing. Nice RB depth for the Gophers.
• Have I mentioned that I'm not a fan of the Beth Mowins & Joey Galloway combo? 
• Up next?  Next Saturday @ home against Nebraska.

Last Hours

Have you watched this new video by Thom Hartmann yet?  If not, you should!

Cardinals 22, Seahawks 34

The Cardinals fall to the Seahawks 34-22 tonight in Glendale.  The Cardinals fall to 3-4 on the season.  It was a pretty dismal prime time performance by the Cards.  I'll put this one on their offense, specifically their offensive line, they were just pathetic.  Carson Palmer's struggled again too, but he was a sitting duck back there, I have a hard time pinning this lose on him when the OL played so poorly.  I'm putting the Cardinals at a maximum of 8 wins this season, hopefully fewer so that they will be in position to draft a quality QB or OL help early in next years NFL Draft. 

Observations: 

• Another 2 interceptions by Carson Palmer.  70.4 QB rating for the night.
• It was good to see Calais Campbell on the field tonight.   
• There's a reason Bradley Sowell was available to the Cardinals.  He stinks. 
• The Seahawks secondary is pretty impressive.  
• It was nice to see John Abraham finally make his appearance felt. 
• The Cardinals could really use Jonathan Cooper about now.  
• Where are those deep throws Bruce Arians promised?   
• Carson Palmer was sacked 7 times tonight.  That's not going to cut it.
• Total Yards:  Seahawks 345, Cardinals 234. 
• I have to believe that Larry Fitzgerald's hamstring is bothering him.  2 catches.
• Cardinals kicker Jay Feely has been money so far this season.  
• The Cardinals offense was once again less than impressive.  
• I've been disappointed with Rashard Mendenhall this season.  1.7 yards per carry.
• The roof was open at University of Phoenix Stadium!  
• I kind of liked the Brad Nessler/Mike Mayock combo on the NFL Network.
• Up next?  @ home against the Atlanta Falcons next Sunday.

Today's Republican Party

In one picture . . .



Yes, that's the White House behind him. 

Tea Party Negotiations

Tea Party:  Can I cut off all of your limbs?
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  Can I cut off just your legs then? 
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  How about just one leg? 
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  Ok, how about I just cut off one leg at the knee?
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  The ankle?
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  How about just one toe?
Democrats:  No

Tea Party:  This isn't fair, you won't negotiate!!!!!

Ron Burgundy Commercials

Have you seen the new Ron Burgundy Dodge Durango commercials?  Hilarious.

Cardinals 20, 49ers 32

The Cardinals fall to the 49ers 32-20 today in San Francisco.  The Cardinals fall to 3-3 on the season.  They were in this game until late, they just made too many costly mistakes to overcome.  You can definitely see progress being made from last year but they are just not there yet.  At least they are looking like a competent team this year. 

Observations:

• Carson Palmer's interceptions are getting problematic.  
• Vernon Davis is one beast of a TE.  8 catches, 180 yards, 2 TD's. 
• The 4 turnovers by the Cardinals were hard to overcome. 
• Cardinals LB Karlos Dansby was all over the field today.  
• What is a Brittan Golden?  Where did he come from? 
• The Cardinals offensive line has improved from last year but they still have a ways to go. 
• Bruce Arians seems a bit quick to the draw on those 2 point conversion attempts. 
• It was nice to see a touchdown catch out of Michael Floyd.  
• Best wishes to Calais Campbell on a speedy recovery. 
• Field position was not the Cardinals friend today.  
• Is it my imagination or is Lyle Sendlein turning into quite a competent Center?
• Up next?  Thursday night, prime time @ home against the Seattle Seahawks.

Vikings 10, Panthers 35

The Vikings lose to the Panthers 35-10 today in Minneapolis to fall to 1-4 on the season.  It was a pretty ugly game for the Vikings, they couldn't sustain their drives on offense and they couldn't get off the field defensively.  I'm not sure what the problem is at this point, I don't necessarily think it's lack of talent, to me it looks to be more of a problem of coaching and schemes, I'm just not entirely sure that they are maximizing their talent to it's full ability.  If I were Leslie Frazier, I would would start worrying out my job security.  The only reason they wouldn't fire him mid season is that there's really nobody on staff qualified to replace him. 

Observations:

• The Vikings played about as lifeless and uninspired as I have seen in a long time.  
• How do you lose by 25 points, at home, coming off bye week against a 1-3 team?  
• The Vikings really struggled picking up the blitz today.  
• Time of Possession:  Panthers 36:27, Vikings 23:33.  
• Matt Cassel certainly didn't grasp ahold of the starting QB job. 
• I suspect that Josh Freeman starts at QB for the Vikings next week. 
• The Viking defenders were biting on that play action pass all game long.  
• Bill Musgrave & Alan Williams really have no business being NFL coordinators.  
• The Vikings defense has been just atrocious this year.  
• Desmond Bishop gets his first Vikings start and promptly gets injured?  Ouch.
• My condolences to Adrian Peterson and his family/friends.  
• Yes, that was Matt Kalil & Ryan Kalil's sister Danielle Kalil singing the national anthem. 
• Up next?  @ New York to take on the Giants on MNF.

Arizona St 54, Colorado 13

The Sun Devils knocked off Colorado 54-13 on Saturday night as Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe.  Arizona State improves to 4-2 on the season.  Colorado is still just not a football team, it's amazing how far that program has fallen.  I can only imagine what the score would have been had Arizona State not taken their foot off the pedal in the second half.  Bring on the Huskies!

Observations:

• 25 first quarter points for the Sun Devils, that's how you start a game. 
• Have I mention that I'm really impressed with ASU WR Jaelen Strong?  He's good.
• Marion Grice just keeps on scoring touchdowns.  
• ASU LB Chris Young was all over the field.   
• 309 pushups for Sparky!  He's getting quite a workout this season.
• Total Yards:  Arizona State 532, Colorado 268
• Zane Gonzales looks to be nailing down the kicking job. 
• Was that really DT Davon Coleman catching a touchdown pass?  And he had a safety too!
• Color me still pissed off that Directv and the Pac-12 Network haven't come to an agreement.  
• Turnovers:  Arizona State 0, Colorado 4
• Get well soon Tim Healy.   
• Was that Todd Heap & J.R. Redmond out for the coin toss? 
• Up next?  @ Sun Devil Stadium to take on Washington.

Bernie Sanders on Today's GOP

He's a wise man:

"The Republican party is now an extreme right-wing party that is owned by their billionaire campaign contributors." 

"It is imperative that Rs stop holding the American people hostage and let us reopen the govt and pay our bills."   

"How many people will die if the Affordable Care Act is repealed?"  

"Median family income today is less than it was 24 years ago." 

"We live in a country where health care is a privilege for the wealthy.  In the U.S. today 48 million people are uninsured and millions more have inadequate health care coverage with high deductibles and copayments.  Today, the U.S. lags behind almost every advanced country in terms of life expectancy and infant mortality and we spend almost twice as much per person on health care as any other nation."   

"The Richest 1 Percent Hold 46 Percent Of The World's Wealth"  

"You do not balance the budget on the backs of the elderly and poor." 

"Tea Party-inspired groups have mobilized, aided by a financing network that continues to grow" 

"In the midst of a severe recession, it is wrong to keep 800,000 Americans out of work."
  

Government By Hostage Taking

Is this really the Founding Father's intent?  It really hasn't been the best of strategies. 

AZ Tidbits

• Official Report on the Yarnell firefight released. Not all questions answered. 
• Two tiered voting system unveiled in Arizona.  Can you say voter suppression?
• CBS Sports names ASU's Jahii Carson to their preseason 3rd team American Team.
• Glendale may lose out on Super Bowl events.
• So the Dodgers did actually pee in the Diamondbacks pool?  That's class.  
• Cardinals trade starting OT Levi Brown to the Steelers.  
• Phoenix Mercury eliminated in WNBA Conference finals.  
• Martini Ranch in Scottsdale set to close after 18 years of operation.
• Andy Tobin to challenge Ann Kirkpatrick in U.S. District 1 Congressional race.
• Judge orders monitor for Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio.  
• Why haven't I ever driven out to Monument Valley?  
• Major League Baseball's 2013 Arizona Fall League season has begun.
• Arizona's Anti-Begging law ruled unconstitutional.  
• Are you familiar with the Top 5 Casinos in Arizona? 
• Tucson apparently has some of the worst roads in the nation.  
• Jan Brewer caves to pressure, will allow welfare checks during the government shutdown. 
• Grand Canyon closed during government shutdown.  
• Federal Court blocks key provisions of Arizona's anti-immigration law. 
• Arizona politicians love to invoke Hitler and the Nazi's for some reason. 
• Kevin Towers is apparently a fan of beanball wars.  Not sure that's the correct approach.

Bad Grandpa

"Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa" opens October 25, it looks hilarious, I can't wait to see it. 

POTpourri

• Make no mistake, this is a Republican Government Shutdown, don't believe the GOP PR machine. 
• Who do the Republicans represent again?  Can you say Tyranny of the Minority? 
• Esquire names Scarlett Johansson as 2013 Sexiest Woman Alive. 
• There are many better organizations to donate to than Susan G Komen for the Cure.  
• George Will leaves ABC News to preach to the choir at Fox News.  
• Do you know how to win a street fight?   
• QB Josh Freeman signs free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings. 
• Is that principle of majority rule in democracy at stake?  
• Alec Baldwin gets his own MSNBC show.  Color me intrigued.
• Senate Republicans are starting to feud with House Republicans.  I blame them all. 
• RIP Tom Clancy, Skip Loescher & Andre Maloney. 
• Shouldn't Fox News own at least some of this government shutdown? 
• Dusty Baker fired as Manager of the Cincinnati Reds.  
• Jon Huntsman is much too reasonable for today's Republican Party. 
• Is this government shutdown going to cost the Republicans the House majority?
• Is it possible that GOP operatives are sabotaging the healthcare.gov website?
• Alex Rodriguez sues MLB, Bud Selig and the Yankees.  Deflect much? 
• Here's one vote for Savannah Guthrie replacing David Gregory on "Meet the Press". 
• Hostage taking as a way to run our government?  Is the American system of government at risk? 
• Remember when U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia railed against activist judges?   

Tea Party Hypocrites

WTF are they doing?  I thought that they were worried about the deficit. 

 

Cardinals 22, Panthers 6

The Cardinals knock off the Panthers 22-6 today at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale.  The Cardinals improve to 3-2 on the season. You can credit the defense for this one, they completely dominated today.  The return of Daryl Washington from his 4 game suspension couldn't have come at a better time, he was everywhere today.  That being said, the Cardinals offense is going to need to play better going forward if they are going to make a playoff run.  Nice win! 

Observations:

• Carson Palmer needs to play better.  3 more interceptions.
• 7 sacks today for the Cardinals defense. Who needs Ray Horton.
• Their 4 turnovers, penalties and drops and sank the Panthers.  
• Bradley Sowell is certainly no downgrade from Levi Brown.  
• Huge game for Calais Campbell.  2 more sacks, a forced fumble and a safety. 
• I would imagine that the coaches are gaining confidence in Jay Feely. 
• Was that a touchdown catch by Cardinals TE Jim Dray? 
• Tyrann Mathieu continues to shine for the Cardinals. 
• Rashard Mendenhall continues to struggle running the ball. 
• Andre Ellington continues to provide a spark at RB. 
• Is it just me, or does it look like Cam Newton is regressing further? 
• Heckuva game for Cardinal LB's Daryl Washington & Karlos Dansby. 
• Up next?  @ San Francisco to take on the 49ers. 

John Boehner on Compromise

John Boehner has become such a clown of a Speaker of the House it's ridiculous.  He wants President Obama to compromise yet he himself "rejects the word" compromise.  Also, isn't the Democratc acceptance of the funding of the continuing resolution at sequestration levels a compromise anyways?  And what exactly would he be willing to give up in these negotiations that he is calling for?  What a mockery Boehner and the Tea Party are making of our government. 

Arizona State 34, Notre Dame 37

The Sun  Devils fall to the Fighting Irish 37-34 tonight at Cowboy Stadium in Dallas.  It was a winnable game, the Sun Devils had their chances but they just couldn't put the Irish away.  Arizona State just continues to struggle in big games.  Fact is, the Sun Devils are a good team but they are just not at that elite level yet.  It's frustrating, but I think they are moving in the right direction. 

Observations?

• Taylor Kelly does seem to struggle in big games. 
• Yet another good game by ASU WR Jaelen Strong. 
• The Sun Devil defense gave up way too many big plays.
• The Notre Dame defense played a very disciplined game. 
• The Arizona State play calling left me scratching my head a few times. 
• Arizona State has scored first in 15 of 18 games coached by Todd Graham.  
• I thought that the Irish were stronger along both sides of the line.  
• Will Sutton appeared to be neutralized once again.  
• Marion Grice scores again!  To little, too late though.
• This game really did have a bowl game feel to it.  
• The 3 turnovers by Arizona State were hard to overcome. 
• I loved those Arizona State helmets! 
• Up next?  @ home against Colorado. 

Minnesota 13, MIchigan 42

The Gophers drop their second straight, losing 42-13 to Michigan today in Ann Arbor.  The Gophers fall to 4-2 on the season.  No Jerry Kill on the sidelines once again for the Gophers today as his seizure problems continue.  This is honestly getting a bit troubling, that's twice now in their last four games.  As much as I like Jerry Kill, it may be time that he step aside and focus on his health.  It's really not going to help the program moving forward to have this hanging over their head.  The play of the team on the field isn't helping Kill's case either.  Craig Bohl anyone?

Observations:

• The Gophers offense does seem to run smoother with Mitch Leidner as QB.  
• Drew Wolitarsky is a pretty big target.  Get him the ball! 
• The Gophers play calling is just way too conservative.  No killer instinct at all.
• Cameron Botticelli is probably the most underrated player on the Gophers squad.
• Once again, the Gophers pass rush was very quiet. Way too much time for Gardner.
• Time of Possession:   Minnesota 33:48, Michigan 26:12
• Maxx Williams has the makings of a pretty good TE. 
• Michigan looked bigger, stronger and faster than Minnesota.  Hit the weight room guys!
• Chris Hawthorne did a nice job kicking the ball. 
• Why does Michigan QB Devin Gardner wear number 98?   
• The Little Brown Jug stays in Michigan, for the 23rd time in 24 years/39th time in 42 years.
• Up next?  @ Northwestern in 2 weeks. 

Obama's Debt

How much of the debt can you blame Obama for again? 

Hungrier Than Ever!

The Phoenix Coyotes open their season today, the first with no relocation threats hanging over their heads in quite some time.  It'll be interesting to see how they perform with stable ownership for a change.

Twins Extend Ron Gardenhire

Did you catch the news?  The Twins have signed manager Ron Gardenhire to a 2 year contract extension.  That's quite a feat considering that he's led the Twins to 3 straight 96+ loss seasons.  That's quite a high standard the Twins are setting isn't it?   I've lost all faith in this current Minnesota Twins organization, it seems like they aren't even trying anymore, they got their new stadium then decided to just tank it.  How can an organization lose 96+ games for 3 years in a row and there not be consequences?   I'm not suggesting that Ron Gardenhire is not a good manager, I'm guessing that he'd get snapped up rather quickly by another team if he was fired, what I'm suggesting is that it's probably time for a fresh approach.  The approach they are using now isn't working, it hasn't worked in the last 3 years, players tend to tune people out after awhile, why keep doing the same thing over and over again if it's not working?   Isn't that the definition of insanity?  Try something new already!

House of Turds

Well done New York Daily News, very well done indeed!

POTpourri

• GOP says "Fuck you America, we are closing you down!". 
• Is John Boehner the worst Speaker of the House ever?  
• So long "Breaking Bad", it was a nice run!  Great finale!
• California is becoming quite the example to the rest of America. 
• It appears that everybody now hates Ted Cruz.  He is a lunatic. 
• Do Tea Party Republicans realize that a government shutdown would cost billions? 
• I have to admit, I have been very impressed with the early works of Pope Francis. 
• The Hastert Rule must go, it's not conducive to a functioning government.  
• MSNBC needs to find a place for John Fugelsang in their lineup.  
• Why are Republicans still wasting time on Benghazi?
• I think that Krystal Boyd (aka "Anjelica") is now my favorite pornstar. 
• What could be cut instead of food stamps you ask?  Plenty. 
• GOP spending hypocrisy on full display once again.  
• RIP L.C. Greenwood, Terrie Hall & Ben Flick. 
• You can find a complete list of the 2013 Emmy Award winners here.  
• Is there going to be a Farrah Abraham sex tape sequel?  I wouldn't be opposed.   
• Did Britt Hume finally have an epiphany about the right wing media?   
• Wendy Davis announces run for the Texas Governors office.   
• John Sickels Top 75 Baseball Prospects-End of Season Update here. 
• Did you really need more proof that the Minnesota Timberwolves are cursed? 
• Cleveland Browns TE Jordan Cameron seems to be doing okay for himself. 
• Cuba to allow athletes to sign professional contracts with foreign leagues. 
• You just may be a Conservative if . . . . .