Henry Ford on Wages

Why don't today's Republicans understand this?

"There is one rule for the industrialist and that is: 
Make the best quality of goods possible at the lowest cost possible, paying the highest wages possible."

Jon Stewart Blasts the GOP

Again, and rightfully so, again.

The Daily Show

Packers 42, Vikings 10

The Vikings fall to 2-3 on the season tonight with a 42-10 TNF loss to the Packers in Green Bay.  What a dreadful performance by the Vikings.  If there was still any doubt about whether Christian Ponder belongs in the NFL, I think that it's safe to say they were put to rest tonight.  Same as last year, stack the line to stop the run, heavy blitz, make Ponder beat you through the air, it never fails.  Never again please!!

Observations:

• Injuries have really decimated the Vikings offense.  
• Christian Ponder finished the game with a woeful QBR of 45.8. 
• Vikings appear to have mastered the 2 yard pass on 3rd down & 3.  
• Cordarrelle Patterson needs more touches!!!  Get him the damn ball!!
• Vikings offensive game plan seemed to disappear when Ponder was named starter.
• How are the Vikings down to their 3rd starting QB already this season?
• Field position really does make a difference.  Vikings clearly lost that battle tonight. 
• Robert Blanton sure didn't look like an NFL quality starting safety tonight.  
• Vikings crossed midfield once in the first half, and fumbled.  
• Turnovers:  Vikings 3, Packers 1.  Turnovers kill.  
• Phil Simms has a long way to go as a broadcaster.  Just saying. 
• Were the Packers really going with a no-huddle offense with a 28-0 lead?  
• I thought that we'd see more passion from a Mike Zimmer coached team. 
• TE Chase Ford looks like he belongs if that matters to anyone. 
• Wherefore art thou Brian Robison?  Not earning that hefty contract.  
• A MarQueis Gray sighting!!  Finally, work him in please. 
• What is the point of a field goal when you are down 42-7?  
• Chandler Harnish on 3 days practice is probably better than Christian Ponder.
• I wonder if Samantha Ponder can get Christian Ponder a broadcasting job? 
• Remember how bad the Packers were without Aaron Rodgers?  QB play is important!
• Can we declare Thursday Night Football a failure yet? 
• Up next?  The Lions @ TCF Bank Stadium a week from Sunday. 

Red & Blue & Education

Notice a trend?   Just saying.

POTpourri

• Did you celebrate Single's Week?  There are advantages to being single! 
• It is long past time that Muslims reclaim their religion.
• How much do you know about those 300+ bills on Harry Reid's desk? 
• America has more low paying jobs than any other developed country.
• Ladies, please stop with the high waisted shorts.  They are not appealing. 
• Is lack of sleep making you fat?  Maybe. 
• I have gained a whole new level of respect for Phil Hughes. 
• Ebola hits the United States.  I don't like the direction this is headed. 
• Vince Vaughn & Colin Farrell cast in "True Detective" season 2.  
• Michelle Lewin really does look amazing in a bikini. 
• Has income inequality killed the American Dream?   Thanks Republicans.
• To conservative media, Obamacare is a disaster, in reality it's a great success.
• Please take a look inside the Koch Brothers toxic empire! 
• Income equality & opportunity appear to be our best bet at saving capitalism.
• Just as a reminder to everyone, Roger Goodell didn't abuse anyone. 
• More news on "TheWalking Dead" spinoff are revealed.  
• I think that I should probably know Mara Teigen.  
• Do we really need a "Bill & Ted 3"?   I'm guessing not. 
• What the heck happened on the night of Rod Bironas death?  
• Kansas fires head football coach Charlie Weis.  

Timberwolves Open Training Camp

They may not win much, but they should be entertaining to watch!

AZ Tidbits

• Arizona Diamondbacks fire Kirk Gibson as Manager.
• Phoenix Suns sign Eric Bledsoe to a five year extension. 
• Arizona Diamondbacks hire Dave Stewart as General Manager. 
• Arizona Cardinals sign former Arizona State RB Marion Grice. 
• Ducey & DuVal still polling neck & neck in race for Arizona Governor.
• Arizona Marijuana Legalization officially becomes 2016 ballot measure. 
• Playboy ranks the University of Arizona the #4 party school. 
• The Phoenix Suns sign free agent Zoran Dragic. 
• I'm betting on Todd Bowles being an NFL head coach next season.
• Kansas is a cautionary tale for Arizona.  We can do better. 
• Did you catch the University of Arizona's Hail Mary catch to beat California?
• Arizona not among the 35 states where payrolls are increasing. 
• ACLU sues Arizona over Revenge Porn bill. 
• New Times 2014 Best of Phoenix issue is now out. 
• Money Magazine ranks Gilbert as one of the Most Livable Cities. 
• Former Suns player Rex Chapman arrested for theft.  
• Was Doug Ducey's Cold Stone a ponzi scheme?  
• Politico calls Gabby Giffords mean for wanting to prevent others from being shot.
• Please do not get into a fight while watching a football game.  
• Arizona ranked as the 31st Most Happy State in America. 
• Meet Arizona's Reality television stars!
• The endorsements continue to roll in for Felicia Rotellini.  

Vikings 41, Falcons 28

The Vikings improved to 2-2 on the season today with a 41-28 win over the Falcons at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.  Teddy Bridgewater, making his first NFL start, was the star of this game, he gave the Vikings their best QB play since Brett Favre was back there.  He gives me hope for the future!  Mike Zimmer also impressed me with several nice calls, I think they are in good hands.  Nice win Vikes!!!

Observations:

• I did not like seeing Teddy Bridgewater being carted off the field.
• The Vikings version of thunder & lightning fared rather well.
• Mike Zimmer is proving to be a gutsy coach. 
• I'm still puzzled by that 10 second run off at the end of the first half. 
• Matt Asiata is becoming a touchdown machine.  3 touchdowns today.
• Total Yards:  Minnesota 558, Atlanta 411
• Turnovers:  Minnesota 0, Atlanta 2
• Jarius Wright showed up to play.  8 catches, 132 yards.  
• The Vikings defense needs to do a much better job on third downs.  
• It was easily Matt Kalil's best game of the year. 
• Anthony Barr is playing some solid LB thus far.  
• Still need more touches for Cordarrelle Patterson.  
• Xavier Rhodes seems to be catching onto the new DPI rules.  
• That Falcons offensive line is in a shambles.  
• Captain Munnerlyn struggled today, I hope that's more of a mirage than a trend.
• The Vikings pass rush needs some work, they're not getting nearly enough pressure.
• I don't know if there's a Safety in the league I'd take over Harrison Smith. 
• When did the Vikings implement the read option offense?  
• No Peterson, Rudolph, Greenway, Fusco or Cassel for the Vikings today.
• Football in September should always be played outdoors! 
• Up next?  @ Lambeau Field on Thursday night to take on the Packers. 

Minnesota 30, Michigan 14

The Gophers moved to 4-1 today with a 30-14 win over Michigan at The Big House in Ann Arbor.  What a nice win for the Jerry Kill and the Gophers!  They are without a doubt headed in the right direction as a program.  Brady Hoke on the other hand should probably start packing his bags, his decision making in this one left me scratching my head on several occasions, especially regarding his QB's.  The lynch mob seems to be forming for him at this very moment.  Great win Gophers!!!

Observations:

• The Little Brown Jug is back in Minnesota!!  It feels so right! 
• Mitch Leidner got the start, he played well too.
• David Cobb just continues to roll!  32 carries for 183 yards. 
• Steven Richardson Jr really impressed me today.  Fireplug! 
• Why not more jet sweeps or bubble screens from Minnesota?  
• Jack Lynn has been a pleasant surprise at LB for the Gophers.
• It was good to see Maxx Williams back out on the field today.
• Cameron Botticelli had a heckuva game at DT. 
• This win had to be especially sweet for Jerry Kill.   
• Total Yards:  Minnesota 373, Michigan 171
• I'm surprised that Chris Streveler didn't get any playing time today.
• Craig James looked good for the most part on punt return duties. 
• Moving Gaelin Elmore from TE to DE appears to have been a wise decision.  
• So far so good for the Gophers on fourth down this season. 
• Briean Boddy-Calhoun is playing every bit as good as Eric Murray at CB. 
• 3 for 3 for Ryan Santoso!  Love that leg!  
• Not to quibble, but a faster start from the Gophers would be nice.
• Someone needs to explain to me why Shane Morris wasn't pulled earlier. 
• I was surprised that Devin Gardner didn't get the start for Michigan.
• Why is Minnesota playing at Michigan 2 years in a row? 
• So who replaces Brady Hoke?  Jim Harbaugh seems to be the hot name. 
• Up next?  Northwestern @ TCF Bank Stadium in 2 weeks. 

Top 10 All Time Yankees

Even though I have tired of the Derek Jeter farewell tour, and think that he was a tad overhyped because he played in New York, I do admit that I did enjoy Jeter's final home game and I do think that when all is said and done, you do need to rank him among the Top 10 New York Yankees of All Time.

TPSG Top 10 All Time New York Yankees

1. Babe Ruth
2. Lou Gehrig
3. Joe DiMaggio
4. Mickey Mantle
5. Mariano Rivera
6. Derek Jeter
7. Yogi Berra
8. Whitey Ford
9. Don Mattingly 
10. Reggie Jackson

The top 5 are pretty clear, Jeter does belong somewhere in that 6-8 range though.

Others:  Willie Randolph, Dave Winfield, Goose Gossage, Ron Guidry, Roger Clemons, Thurman Munson. Andy Petitte, Phil Rizzuto, Red Ruffing, Lefty Gomez, Bill Dickey

Olbermann on Jeter

I tend to agree with Olbermann on this one.

UCLA 62, Arizona State 27

The Sun Devils fell to 3-1 on the season tonight with a 62-27 loss to UCLA at Sun Devil Stadium.  It was a nightmare of a game for the Sun Devils, they really seemed to lose their composure in the second quarter and could never recover.  Add in too many turnover and some completely horrid tackling and it made for a really ugly game.  I hate to say it but I'm not optimistic going forward either unless they can somehow tighten up that defense.

Observations:

• I love Blackout Night at Sun Devil Stadium!  Well, except the result. 
• No Taylor Kelly tonight, they really need him out there!  
• Mike Bercovici had some good and bad moments replacing Kelly. 
• For the record, Manny Wilkins was Bercovici's back up tonight. 
• That second quarter was a killer for the Sun Devils.  
• 62 points is the most allowed by ASU in Sun Devil Stadium history.  
• There wasn't much time to catch your breath with these 2 offenses.  
• At least Jaelen Strong showed up tonight.  12 catches, 146 yards. 
• Turnovers:  Arizona State 4, UCLA 0
• I was not too impressed with Arizona State's tackling tonight. 
• Yes, that 50 yard field goal was a career long for Zane Gonzalez. 
• Todd Graham needs to do a better job of using his timeouts.  
• All of those UCLA big plays were real momentum killers for Arizona State.
• I think that I hate you Ishmael Adams!  
• Do not desecrate the fork!  It will come back to haunt you at some point! 
• I'm not sure how I feel about those flaming ASU helmets.  
• I was impressed with Brett Hundley, I predict a nice NFL future. 
• Just think how good UCLA would be if they played with a little discipline. 
• On the bright side, Sun Devil Stadium is in line for some nice renovations.
• Up next?  @ USC next Saturday.  

Jon Stewart on Climate Change

If you have any concerns about climate change, you cannot vote Republican in November.

The Daily Show 

POTpourri

• Let the air strikes on ISIS in Syria begin.  
• Yes, you can trace most of today's problems to the Republican Party.
• I loved seeing the huge turnout at the People's Climate March. 
• USA wins the 2014 FIBA World Cup Championship. 
• Republicans are apparently fans of plutocracy & dark money. 
• I wish that I had known about Raquel Rischard earlier.  Yasmine Colt too. 
• John Kline wins Bill Maher's Flip a Candidate contest. 
• RIP Richard Kiel, Rob Bironas. & Eric "The Actor" Lynch. 
• 5 signs that the dark money apocalypse is upon us!
• Gover Norquist appears to be living in some odd parallel universe. 
• Good news on the Ozone Layer.  Greenhouse gases are soaring though.
• We just had the warmest August in recorded history. 
• Google see's thru ALEC, why doesn't everybody?  
• Republican congressional approval sink to astounding lows. 
• Is Oscar Pistorius South Africa's version of O.J. Simpson?
• Okay, I admit it, Kendall Jenner is looking good! 
• Alaskans opposed to government handouts make me laugh.
• Mat Franco wins 2014 "America's Got Talent".  
• Someone please tell the GOP that going green is far more cost effective than inaction. 
• Did America peak in the 1990's?  Seems like it.
• Remind me again please, why there is another costly Benghazi hearing going on? 
• I'm really enjoying "The Ultimate Fighter" on FoxSports1. 

Nina Agdal

It really doesn't get much better!