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Cardinals 0, Seahawks 58

The Cardinals got a good old fashioned ass kicking in Seattle today, losing 58-0 to the Seahawks.  It was just an embarrassing display of football, they did not show up at all, they seem to have quit on Ken Whisenhunt.  They've now lost 9 straight games and fall to 4-9 on the season.  I just don't see how Whisenhunt can be brought back in 2013 at this point (heck, he may not even make it to next week).  For as good a coach as many seem to think he is, Whisenhunt is just not getting the job done, someone has to take the fall and I'm guessing it's him (although Rod Graves should be on thin ice too). His record with anybody but Kurt Warner is pretty abysmal too.  It was nice knowing you Whiz but it's time to part ways. 

Observations:

• Worst loss ever for the Cardinals franchise?  
• 6 takeaways and a 38-0 Seahawk lead at the halftime.  That's unacceptable.
• 8 turnovers for the game, that's hard to overcome. 
• Total Yards:  Seahawks 493, Cardinals 154.    
• 1 catch for 2 yards for Larry Fitzgerald.  He can't be pleased about that.  
• Kevin Kolb next week?  Let's hope so.  
• Where the heck was Beanie Wells?  He needs more carries.   
• Why didn't the Cardinals pick Russell Wilson in the draft again?  
• John Skelton struggled mightily, he is clearly not the long term answer at QB. 
• Why were the Seahawks throwing for the end zone when they were up 51-0 late?
• Up next?  @ home against the Lions. 

Vikings 21, Bears 14

The Vikings knocked off the Bears 21-14 today in Minneapolis to move to 7-6 on the season.  The Vikings stay in contention for a Wild Card spot.  The credit for this win goes all to Adrian Peterson and the defense.  Peterson had another 154 yards rushing and 2 TD's.   They got a pick-6 out of Harrison Smith and another near miss pick-6 from Josh Robinson (that lead to a Adrian Peterson TD).   I was again less than impressed by Christian Ponder's QB play, they won despite him not because of him, he is clearly not the long term answer at QB. 

Observations:

• The Vikings are 6-1 at home and 1-5 on the road this year.  
• Less than 100 yards passing once again for Christian Ponder. 
• The Bears were really beat up for this game.  Of course, Percy Harvin was out too.
• Is Adrian Peterson the Comeback Player of the Year?  Or is it Peyton Manning?  
• Is Adrian Peterson the NFL MVP?  Or is it Peyton Manning?  Close call.
• Why are the Vikings so reluctant to blitz the QB?   
• Was this Jasper Brinkley's best game as a Viking?   It could have been.  
• Those big Bears WR's were killing the Vikings CB's.  
• Was that John Gagliardi blowning the Gjallarhorn before the game? 
• Up next?  @ St Louis to take on the Rams next Sunday. 

AZ Tidbits

• Arizona medicinal marijuana dispensaries officially open for business! 
• Jan Brewer for President?  Rumors are starting.  Let's hope not. 
• Should Arizona be a swing state in 2016? 
• The Phoenix Coyotes are about to become the Arizona Coyotes.  
• Apparently, Jan Brewer doesn't believe that man is responsible for Global Warming. 
• Arizona State headed to the Fight Hunger Bowl in San Francisco to take on Navy. 
• Arizona headed to the New Mexico Bowl in Albuquerque to take on Nevada. 
• Oregon will take on Kansas State in the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale. 
• Michigan State will take on TCU in the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl in Tempe.   
• Justin Upton still on the trade market. Trading him would be a mistake.
• Why the heck would the Cardinals want to stop holding training camp in Flagstaff? 
• The Cardinals release Todd Heap.  Why not just let him play out the season?? 
• Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton gets some national air time.  
• ASU DT Will Sutton named consensus All American.  Go pro while you're hot Wil! 
• The New Times has a pretty damning take on Arizona AG Tom Horne, check it out. 
• When did SRP raise rates?  Sneaky bastards. 
• Cardinals fine DT Darnell Dockett six figures.  Is he long for Arizona? 
• Diamondbacks sign free agents Brandon McCarthy, Eric Chavez & Eric Hinske.
• Nice to see a Arizona resident finally win big in Powerball.  It doesn't happen often.
• Did you know that there was an Arizona Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame?

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POTpourri

• California marijuana decriminalization drops youth crime rate to record lows. 
• SI names LeBron James 2012 Sportsman of the Year.  Good call. 
• A federal mediator can't even help the NHL.  Is next season at risk too?
• Xenia Deli bikini pictures!  Thank you God.  How about a video?
• LA Galaxy win their 2nd straight MLS Cup.  So long David Beckham. 
• RIP Rick Majerus & Dave Brubeck.   
• Is Grover Norquist finally over?  Let's hope so.   
• Butch Jones takes Tennessee job; Gus Malzahn takes Auburn job. 
• More on the failures of austerity measures here. Yeah, let's try that.
• It's never too early for an NFL Mock Draft.  How about another?
• NCAA football bowl lineups set.  Alabama vs Notre Dame in BCS Championship game. 
• FTC looking into hotel "extra" fees, about time.   
• Twins deal Denard Span AND Ben Revere.  What happens in CF now? 
• Why doesn't the U.S. nationalize it's oil?  
• Bill Kristol says "GOP runs risk of looking like they don't care about the middle class".  
• Is Walmart the evilest company in the world?  Perhaps.
• 2012 Grammy nominations revealed.  
• Jim DeMint announces retirement from U.S. Senate to run Heritage Foundation.  
• Even Ann Coulter thinks the GOP needs to raise taxes on the top 2%.   
• David Axelrod shaves his mustache for a good cause.  Well done!

New Orleans Pelicans?

That's horrible!  What kind of a mascot is a Pelican?  I don't care if it is the state bird, it's a slow moving, docile creature, how is that suppose to strike fear into anyone.  They should have approached Utah about getting the Jazz name back.  Or how about the Storm?  Or the Crocodiles?  Or Crocs?  Or Voodoo?  Or even the Catfish?   They could have done so much better.  

It'll be interesting to see if Charlotte takes back the Hornets name now. 

Bret Bielema to Arkansas

I must admit, I was a bit surprised by this move, I honestly didn't see it coming.  I've never been much of a Bielema fan (or Badger fan for that matter) so it doesn't really bother me much, it'll be interesting to follow the search for a replacement though.   I'd think the Paul Chryst would be the perfect replacement but he doesn't sound too interested, I'd hate to see that happen to Pittsburgh fans too.  Dave Doeren probably would have been a top candidate too, he's off to North Carolina State though.  I'm not sure who that leaves, I can't imagine they move to a spread offense coach, that wouldn't make sense.  Personally, I think they should be talking to Kirby Smart.  His lack of head coaching experience may hurt his chances though.  Al Golden would be a good choice if they can lure him away from Miami.  Willie Taggart is another interesting possibility, his experience working with Jim Harbaugh at Stanford would make him a nice pick for the Badgers.  I've also heard Darrell Bevel's name thrown around, that would not be a good pick in my opinion, he's got no head coaching experience and very little college experience.  In the end, if they get any of the guys above (minus Bevell), I think this may end up being a good thing for Wisconsin, they may actually be better off in the long run. 

December Flavor of the Month . . . .

. . . . . is Ericka Underwood.  Check out her website.  Or twitter.  Or Facebook. 

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Aerie

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Cardinals 6, Jets 7

The Cardinals fall for the 8 straight time, this time to the hapless Jets 7-6 in what just may have been the ugliest game of the year in New York today.  The Cardinals fall to 4-8 on the season.  I think it's safe to say the Ryan Lindley experiment has been a colossal failure, he is clearly not ready.  Wherefore art thou Kevin Kolb?  Ken Whisenhunt is continuing to coach himself into the hot seat.

Observations:

• 14 possessions for the Cardinals today, 10 three and outs. Yikes. 
• The Cardinals had 6 yards in the 3rd Quarter.  Double Yikes.
• The Cardinals had 5 first downs for the game.  Triple Yikes.
• The Cardinals defense continues to shine.   
• I'm wondering if Larry Fitzgerald will demand a trade from Arizona this offseason. 
• Kerry Rhodes had a heckuva game, 2 INT's, 3 PD's, 12 tackles.
• The Cardinals had a grand total of 56 yards passing today.  Only 81 rushing too.  
• Could somebody please free Todd Heap?  
• Mark Sanchez was equally as bad as Lindley, I don't think he's long for New York. 
• Up next?  @ Seattle to take on the Seahawks.

Vikings 14, Packers 23

The Vikings fall 23-14 to the Packers in Green Bay today.  The Vikings fall to 6-6 on the season.  Christian Ponder was horrendous once again, once again I have to say, I have seen enough of him, his mechanics are a mess, his decision making stinks, his arm strength is severely lacking.  Not one completion to a WR until there were 3 minutes left in the game, that's just not acceptable.  WTF is it going to take to get him benched?  I'm ready to see Joe Webb be given another shot at the QB job.  Looking towards next season's QB?  Alex Smith?  Matt Flynn?  Michael Vick?  Philip Rivers? 

Observations:

• Adrian Peterson is the man.  210 yards rushing, 1 TD.
• Speaking of which, why not more play action passes?    
• Teams with a RB with 200+ yards rushing are now 57-3 since 2000.
• Percy Harvin was much missed.  Hopefully, he will be back next week.  
• The Packers 11 minute drive in the 4th quarter was a killer.  
• A torn labrum explains a lot about Jared Allen's season.
• Time of possession:  Green Bay 38:30, Minnesota 21:30.  Not good.
• That Everson Griffin roughing the QB call was very questionable.
• Thank you to the Tilted Kilt girls for making the day palpable for me. 
• Up next?  Chicago Bears @ Mall of America Field in Minneapolis. 

Best Rock Song of 2012?

It's "Weatherman" by Dead Sara, at least according to Loudwire.

AZ Tidbits

• Could Michael Vick be playing QB for the Cardinals next year? 
• Diamondbacks trade Ryan Wheeler for Matt Reynolds.
• How's the NHL lock out treating you Glendale?   Deal reached?
• ASU DT Will Sutton name Pac-12 Conference Defensive Player of the Year. 
• Are you familiar with John McCain's slide into irrelevance?  
• Chandler Hamilton wins another DI state football championship. 
• Ironwood Ridge wins DII state football championship.  
• Joe Germaine coaches Queen Creek to DIII state football title. 
• Arizona ranked as the 4th Worst Run State. 
• Graham Central Station in Tempe closes it's doors.
• Grand Canyon University goes D1 and joins the WAC Conference. 
• More UFO sightings in Arizona.  Spooky.
• Arizona home price gains again lead the nation.  
• Who are the top Arizona High School football recruits? 
• Is there a case for UA's Ka'Deen Carey winning the Heisman Trophy?  
• Jan Brewer rejects Obamacare Health Insurance Exchange.  
• Cardinals lose Center Lyle Sendlein for remainder of year due to injury. 
• Where does Arizona's share of the lottery money go? 
• Baseball Prospectus names their Top 15 Arizona Diamonbacks prospects. 
• ACLU sues Arizona over immigrant drivers license denials.