The Train Daddy is back with the pain and it’s America’s Independence Party, so we blow stuff up in the streets and in the toilet. That’s how we do it here in America. July 4 is the day that we all go to our local town’s fireworks show, or we create our own show by blowing stuff up in the streets, and of course, the food! The food is the reason we here in America are all fat, but it’s all in good fun and good taste. Burgers, hot dogs, chips, baked beans, macaroni, corn on the cob, deviled eggs, and cookies and cakes decorated as American flags, that’s how my family got down this year—it’s America baby! And you may be thinking “Train Daddy, what do you mean blow up the toilet?” I don’t mean with a firework; a meal like that and it’s off to the races later. Like Jim Carrey said, “Whoa, do not go in there!” So what’s going on in the sports world?
Well, we have a killer taking up all the headlines. Well, not guilty until proven so. But I think we all agree: just like OJ, he did it! The hot dog eating contest takes place July 4, and it’s as nasty and entertaining as ever. OK, so I didn’t predict the NBA Champion correctly, I had the Spurs in 6, and King James proved me wrong and took it in 7, only because of a Ray Allen 3-point shoot in the final seconds of regulation during game 6. If Ray Allen misses that 3, Spurs win in 6. You can tell I hate the Heat, but credit is due, and the 2-time defending champs are on top of the basketball world.
Also, last article I talked about Tim Tebow and the likelihood he would be signed, and shortly after that article hit the stands, the Patriots signed the quarterback. Bill Belichick seems thrilled about this move. Ha-ha!
The Chicago Blackhawks have done it; the Stanley Cup Champions are celebrating and marching in parades down the street. Besides that, there is not much going on. Basketball is over, hockey is over, we all wait for the return of the NFL and college football. Really, all we have now is that boring game we call baseball. Sorry baseball fans, I’m not very interested unless it’s the World Series or Braves in the Playoffs. Besides that, I just don’t have 3 hours to watch a slow game; maybe one day when I’m an old retired man then I will appreciate baseball. Don’t worry, football is just around the corner!
Aaron Hernandez has been all the talk as of late and the media outlets have played it out, but who isn’t interested in a $40-million man who seems to have gone on a murder spree. Would make for a great movie thriller. Hernandez, who played his college years for Urban Meyer at the University of Florida and his pro career for the Patriots at the tight end position, has been charged with first-degree murder, and has been linked to an unsolved double-murder drive-by shooting in Boston in 2012. The man is screwed. The evidence released to the public seems overwhelming. The police found ammo, clips, and have a security camera snapping a shot of Hernandez leaving his home with a Glock in hand, hours prior to the execution-style murder of Odin Lloyd. Police state Lloyd was shot twice in the head by a man who was standing above him, he was on his knees in what seems to be an execution. The police also have a text Lloyd sent to his sister where he stated he was fearful, and wanted to just let her know he was with Hernandez, and other accomplices. This isn’t all Hernandez has to deal with: police are investigating a 2012 unsolved drive-by shooting where two men were killed, and reports stated that a silver SUV was reported fleeing the scene. Just two days after being accused of executing Lloyd, investigators seized a silver SUV from the garage of Hernandez’s uncle. Uh-oh! If this isn’t enough killing and evidence, after this was reported a former friend stated Hernandez shot him in the head and left him for dead. The former friend lost his right eye, but never reported the incident because he was fearful that Hernandez would finish the job. Hernandez’s next hearing is July 24, and he is stating his innocence. We’ll see! The Patriots made a smart PR move offering fans a chance to return their Hernandez jerseys for another player’s, in an attempt to make Hernandez disappear. What baffles me is some of these jerseys are going for $300 on the Internet, triple the actual price of the jersey that has been taken off the market. I don’t know if these people see a collectible value here or what, all I know is whatever gang-banging punk you see wearing this jersey, probably a good idea to stay clear.
What else do I have for you this article? Let’s just do some random NFL talk here. Chad Johnson smacks his attorney on the ass after a judge asks him if he was happy with his attorney. The judge was not amused, sentencing Johnson to 30 days rather than community service. Child please! Johnson was facing domestic abuse charges and was released after 7 days in jail. Good for the judge; some say she overreacted, but I like the ruling. I see the difference in the way normal people are treated compared to celebrities in court rooms, it’s nice to see the hammer slammed, even if it was only for 7 days.
Jake Locker was recently compared to a young Ben Roethlisberger by veteran receiver Nate Washington. Nate played with the Steelers and was there for Big Ben’s rookie season, so I hope that toughness comes out here for Jake the Snake coming into his third year. Locker needs to focus on his footwork. We all know he has a cannon and can sling the football, but he needs to find a way to stay healthy. It’s make-or-break this season, and Jake is on the hot seat.
Jared Cook is no longer a Titan and is currently a Ram residing in St. Louis with the old ball coach Jeff Fisher. All I am saying is Fisher has stated he will be a playmaker and they have plans for him downfield, upfield, left field and right field; he will get the ball. The Rams will do something the Titans never did. They will use his skill set and he will make big plays. Trust me, he is at the top of my fantasy watch board at the tight end position, for a steal! Beside the known playmakers like Gronkowski, Witten, Davis and Gonzalez there is no solid depth at the tight end position, just saying Cook is a solid late pick at tight end, maybe a difference maker in your season. For anyone down with fantasy football, keep an eye out, I have an issue coming out with all things fantasy football, and if you want that edge, check out my article.
Tim Tebow and Josh McDaniels are reunited in New England
Just last month I got a chance to see Tim Tebow, and had him sign a football for me. He’s a very humble person, whom I respect, even though I think he is a garbage NFL quarterback. That doesn’t mean I don’t respect what he has done in terms of his college accomplishments and his ministry. Some may condemn him because of his faith, though, I respect him for it. The man has nothing bad to say about anyone, people throw cheap shots at him and it doesn’t faze him. The reason is because he knows where he stands in his faith with God and his family. The man simply loves football, is passionate about his faith in the Gospel, is a role model to many and could care less if he isn’t the best player.
That’s it, I’m out. Like I always say, there is nothing better than the 5 F’s: Faith, Family, Friends, Football and Food.
