Category: NCAA

It’s time to enter Brock Bowers into the Heisman conversation

~ Dave Ettinger ~ Leave a comment

Brock Bowers CAN win The Heisman Trophy.

This isn’t an overreaction. It is the realization that a tight end CAN be the most outstanding player in the country. With the #1 ranked Georgia Bulldogs falling behind 10-0, on the road, to the Auburn Tigers Saturday, the “Dawgs” turned to their savior; Brock Bowers. Bowers has become Georgia quarterback, Carson Beck’s favorite target, especially in crunch time. Saturday was no different, as 108 of Bowers’ 157 receiving yards came in the second half. And with just under three minutes remaining in a 20-20 game, Bowers hauled in a 40-yard touchdown, showcasing his impressive breakaway speed. This type of speed isn’t normally reserved for 240-pound human beings. Bowers is now up to 30 receptions, 420 yards from scrimmage, and 4 total touchdowns on the season.

I’m not the only one sending Bowers in the direction of Heisman consideration. Since Saturday’s performance, Bowers has jumped from 80/1 to 60/1 (according to DraftKings) to win the Heisman Trophy.

Still think I’m delusional?!

Maybe Bowers’ coach, Kirby Smart, will change your mind. Here’s what Smart had to say about his tight end following Saturday’s game:

“Who can argue that there’s a better football player anywhere in the country? Just football player,” Smart said. “The guy has the greatest toughness and grit that I’ve been around. He’ll do whatever you ask him to do for this team. I’ve got a lot of respect for that guy as a competitor.”

So, while a tight end hasn’t won the Heisman Trophy in nearly 80 years (Notre Dame’s Leon Hart in 1949), this could be the year Brock Bowers redefines the award.

Side note: I didn’t forget about the other tight end who won the award. I see you Larry Kelley (Yale, 1936).

Now, I’m sure you’re still not convinced. And, I’m aware this is the “year of the quarterback”. Silly me, I thought that was last year! But before you click and scroll through the rest of your life, allow me to leave you with a question of logic:

The Heisman Trophy is supposed to be given to the most outstanding player in college football, so isn’t it logical to give the trophy to the most outstanding player on the most outstanding team??

“This NEEDS To Be A MOVEMENT, Not A MOMENT!!” (DTS Podcast – #109)

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THIS is important.

THIS has to enact change.

THIS needs to be bigger than YOU.

THIS is all there is.

 

If you’re not part of the solution, you’re part of the problem.

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“When I Look in The Mirror….I See YOU!!” (DTS Podcast – #108)

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There is a MAJOR problem in this country.

And this problem will never be solved until we change our way of thinking.

We must ALL realize that we are the SAME.

That vital message needs to be heard by so many, and we can’t allow it to get lost in the mix.

Peaceful protests need to remain peaceful.

We must stand together, hand in hand, and fight for what’s right.

We can not allow the few to ruin it for the masses.

STAY SAFE EVERYONE!!

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“I LOVE When Millionaires Complain About MONEY!!!!” (DTS Podcast – #104)

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Sports leagues want to restart.

We want sports back.

Sports leagues are making it seem like they’re actually trying to start playing games again..soon.

And this has caused some players to start complaining about their salaries.

THIS VIDEO EXPLAINS WHY NONE OF THIS MATTERS!!!!

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“Steph Curry Is Injury Prone!!” (DTS Podcast – #75)

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The Washington Nationals are your World Series Champions!!

Steph Curry gets hurt every year….this time he broke his left hand.

Defense is illegal in the NBA. When you have a 159-158 game that didn’t go to 17 overtimes..you have an issue!!

Athlete-Students are finally getting PAID!!

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“It’s Time To Take Down The Big Bad NCAA!!!!” (DTS Podcast – #58)

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The NCAA is one of the most corrupt, immoral organizations in the world.

Gavin Newsom has taken step-1 of MANY to take down the NCAA.

And, come 2023, student-athletes can start collecting those checks.

Having LeBron James around doesn’t hurt either.

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DaveTalksSports Podcast – Episode #9: “You’re Getting Paid, What About Me?!”

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Knicks tell the truth?? = BAD
Knicks tell a lie?? = WORSE

Also, Coco Gauff is getting paid, why can’t NCAA Athletes????

Congratulations to the U.S. Men and Women’s Teams for reaching their respective Championship Games on the same day.

And lastly, do not, I repeat, DO NOT mess with the Los Angeles Dodgers!!!!

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2018 NBA Draft Recap

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Draft night, in any sport, is a special time….

Everyone becomes an expert for a day. Thursday night’s NBA Draft was no different.

Before these prospects ever step foot on an NBA court, “experts” think they know (definitively) who will be a bust,or a superstar.

They don’t know. I don’t either, but I’m going to give you my best (educated) guess.

To see the entire draft results, click here.

#1

ayton

Deandre Ayton was selected with the #1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns. Considering Ayton was an Arizona Wildcat, this should be a seamless transition. Ayton can be summed up in two words; physical specimen.

At 7’0″, 261 pounds, Ayton should contribute at the NBA level immediately. While I like Ayton’s game, I believe the Sacramento Kings were gifted the best player in the draft.

#2

bagley

Marvin Bagley III. What experts call unpolished, I call raw talent. Bagley’s game fits the NBA perfectly. He is a skilled scorer and rebounder with a high motor. His energy level, and ability to outwork opposing big men, will lead to a long, successful career in the NBA. The Phoenix Suns may regret passing on Bagley.

#3

doncic

The Dallas Mavericks must love them some Luka Doncic. They traded the rights to Trae Young, and their 2019 protected (top-five) 1st round pick, for Doncic. I don’t care who you are, international players are a complete mystery. The track record of players from other countries is less than stellar, and all of the tape in the world can’t paint the whole picture. The NBA and international games differ so greatly, international stars either excel right away, or crash and burn.

There’s no in between. 

By the way, Trae Young will be the biggest BUST in this draft!!

The New York Knickerbockers

kevin knox

Por fin, I am NOT mad about a Knicks’ 1st round pick; Kevin Knox. While I believe Collin Sexton is a star in the making, the Knicks couldn’t pick a player who wasn’t available (Sexton went 8th to the Cleveland Cavaliers). The Knicks’ only other option was to choose Mr. injury-in-waiting, Michael Porter Jr. The Knicks, as well as 12 other teams, felt Porter Jr.’s injury was too risky to gamble on, as he fell to the 14th pick (Denver Nuggets).

The question is: Will Michael Porter Jr. be the next Joel Embiid, or Greg Oden??

You know where the comment section is. USE IT!!!!

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Sports Betting Is Coming To A Living Room Near You!!

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I’ll make you a bet!

Oh don’t worry, you won’t get in trouble, it’s legal now.

As of Monday, May 14th, all states are free to authorize sports betting. This is a monumental day in United States’ history. NO, I’m not exaggerating. This effects everyone — everywhere.

This result stems from a Supreme Court ruling (6-3) that abolished the Professional and Amateur Sports Protection Act (PASPA). PASPA, aka the Bradley Act was passed in 1992 and outlawed sports betting nationwide (expect Nevada of course).

Years have been spent trying to overturn PASPA, hoping to legalize, regulate, and tax sports betting. And Monday, persistence prevailed. The Supreme Court cited the violation of the 10th Amendment, stating it allowed federal law to commandeer states’ rights as it pertained to sports betting.

While this is a GIANT step in the right direction, many questions still exist:

  • Will sports organizations receive a “cut”??
  • Will EVERY state participate??
  • Will each sports’ integrity remain intact??

Yes, each sports organization is going to attempt to receive their piece of the pie. That’s logical, reasonable, and will happen.

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I can’t speak for Hawaii, Alaska, Montana, South Dakota, etc., but every state SHOULD participate. It’s a money making venture, and last I checked, states are in the money making business.

Integrity. It’s a funny word. Does such a thing exist?? If so, does it exist in sports betting?! People are funny. Integrity exists in 95% of people — everywhere. There will ALWAYS be a small percentage, whether in sports betting, banking, religion, politics, etc., that will look for a shortcut. An advantage by cutting corners, that may, in turn, compromise integrity. That my friends, is called human nature.

So, to think the legalization of sports betting is going to compromise the integrity of sports, is laughable. That 5% already exists, you just pretend not to see it.

What WILL happen: Increased accessibility. Casual fans, who never imagined betting on the outcome of a game before, may be enticed to lay some action.

Forgive me, but all I can think about is Dumb & Dumber:

200

Lloyd: I’ll bet you twenty dollars I can get you gambling before the day is out!
Harry: No!
Lloyd: I’ll give you three to one odds.
Harry: No.
Lloyd: Five to one.
Harry: No.
Lloyd: Ten to one?
Harry: You’re on!
Lloyd: I’m gonna get ya!
Harry: Nu uh!
Lloyd: I don’t know how but I’m gonna get ya.

Classic!!

Sports betting, gambling, lottery, cigarettes, and alcohol. All can be harmful if utilized the wrong way, but where do we draw the line?? THAT is THE question. The answer, however, is an opinion. Mine believes freedom and personal responsibility are the answers. Unfortunately, they don’t collide in the same sentence often enough….

 

How do you feel about the legalization of sports betting???? Please tell me in the comment section below. 

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You’re Not Smart Enough To Outsmart Yourself

~ Dave Ettinger ~ 1 Comment

It’s a simple formula.

No quarterback, no Super Bowl.

In today’s NFL, it’s nearly impossible to win without a top-15 quarterback. Just look at the Super Bowl winning quarterbacks over the past decade:

Foles/Wentz, Brady, Manning (Peyton), Brady, Wilson, Flacco, Manning (Eli), Rodgers, Brees, Roethlisberger.

Throw Nick Foles out the window since he started just six games (three regular season and three playoff), and you’re left with seven future hall of famers — and Joe Flacco.

Door opens, seamless NFL Draft transition enters….

2018-NFL-Draft

#1

With just two days and counting until the 2018 NFL Draft, the world anxiously awaits the Cleveland Browns’ decision. IF the Cleveland Browns DON’T take Sam Darnold with the 1st overall pick, well they’d be….the Browns. The Browns are in an advantageous position, owning two of the first four picks. Barring a major catastrophe, the Browns should end up with the best quarterback in the draft, and the best overall player in the draft. Anything else will cause heads to explode.

#2

As for the New York Giants, new general manager, Dave Gettleman, better be smarter than he sounds. Okay, Dave, let’s go through this again.

It’s car, not cah. Smart, not smaht. Harvard, not Hahvuhd.

gettleman is a retard

Over the past few weeks, Gettleman has publicly expressed that taking a quarterback is not a REQUIREMENT with the #2 pick. This had better be the biggest smoke screen in the history of smoke screens. Taking a quarterback, in a draft full of good quarterbacks, IS a requirement, DAVE!! Especially when your current quarterback has one foot on the beach (aka retirement). Listen, I’m no Giants fan, but if they take Saquon Barkley or Bradley freakin’ Chubb with the #2 pick, I may lose my mind for common sense’s sake.

#3

maccagnan

And then, there’s the New York Jets. The circus of all circuses. This story is pretty much the same as the Giants, minus the smoke screen. Mike Maccagnan and company have been pretty tight lipped, and intelligent Jets fans appreciate that. The Jets traded up (from #6 to #3), guaranteeing one of the top three quarterbacks will be in green and white next season. They like the top three (or four) guys equally, and they’ll have the fortune of ruining one of their careers Thursday night.

Check out the full draft order here.

As simple as you need a quarterback to win in the NFL sounds, teams continue to try and outsmart the system (and themselves). And that’s why we watch. Catch all the “action” on Thursday, April 26th on ESPN or NFL Network @ 8:00 P.M. EST. Coverage will continue on both networks on Saturday and Sunday.

Check back with DaveTalksSports.com on Friday morning for a 1st round recap.

 

Will the Browns, Giants, and Jets ALL draft quarterbacks?? If not, who will they draft??

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