Random Thoughts

- A few weeks ago I had asked people for memories on Steve McNair. Super sports fan, Brian Freeland responded with this

"I think of Alcorn State and how the entire nation seemed to doubt whether he would be successful in the NFL. It was like his college accomplishments didn't mean anything unless he proved to be successful in the NFL. Well, he was successful and he did it in different style offenses that didn't throw the ball as much as he did in college. I think that is even more impressive as he proved to be versatile."

"He led by example and demonstrated courage and toughness by playing injured consistently. My biggest memory will be seeing highlights of him in college and having people compare him to the Heisman hopefuls during the same year."

The McNair saga ended tragically but he should be remembered for the man he was on and off the field because he was a heck of a football player.

- Another situation that ended tragically is the story of Arturo Gatti. Gatti, was at first believed to be murdered by his wife. Then, it was speculated that Gatti committed suicide. Gatti, will be remembered most for his trilogy with Micky Ward. Gatti, also did have some fights with big fighters in his career, when he fought Oscar De La Hoya and Floyd Mayweather Jr. I think Gatti was a great boxer and warrior in the ring. I think if Gatti had lived until his 60's, he would have had serious brain damage because he took so many blows to the head. However, for those classics with Micky Ward, those will be considered legendary and that is what made Gatti a legend.

- Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle, became the 5th man to pitch a perfect game and no-hitter in different instances, with his mastering of the Rays on Thursday. DeWayne Wise probably made one of the most sensational catches of all time if you look at the situation. Buehrle also did it in an economical 2 hours and 3 minutes.

- I visited Brett Favre at his house the other day. While I was at the Waffle House, I ordered a waffle as well. Now Favre is unsure whether he wants to play or not, so Adrian Peterson and Jared Allen are trying to talk him into coming and playing with the Vikings. If at this point, Brett Farve has to be persuaded to play for a team, I wouldn't want him. I think when Brett Farve stops playing football or stops being in the public eye, he will die because the cameras and attention of the nation won't be focused on him as it is now.