Superbowl Prediction: Packers Ravens

Here's the ECC prediction for the Superbowl..Packers against the Ravens! How you like me now?

afc Patriots, Dolphins, Steelers, Ravens, Colts, Chargers
nfc Cowboys, Eagles, Packers, Falcons, Saints,Rams

In Baltimore, This is how We do

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwgCD9hVSbI&feature=player_detailpage

Mike Flanagan dies

 One of the greats from the height of the Orioles' glory years, when the city and team were as much of a family as any team and city in sports history, died last evening at his home in Sparks, Maryland, on the family property off York road. Mike Flanagan emitted an aura of quiet dignity throughout his playing days, in his broadcast career, and with his work in the Oriole’s front office. Mike Flanagan played at a time when the team seemed more like a group of middle-aged guys having a soft-ball game than major-league athletes- But only in their demeanor and not in their style of play, which was precise, disciplined, unselfish, and relentlessly holding itself to a higher standard and work ethic. Condolences go to his family and to all the Oriole family for the loss of this great beacon of 'the Oriole Way". 

Rick Perry discusses cinema with "Film Quarterly"

Texas governor Rick Perry isn’t just politics. Despite his long days dedicated to public service, the presidential candidate makes time for his cultural interests. Unbeknownst to most voters, Perry is a big-time movie-buff and maintains an almost scholarly knowledge of a very particular genre of film. Perry explained,“Call it the Texan in me, but for some reason I’ve always been a fan of movies involving talking equine, whether it be mule or horse". Perry revealed in a recent interview in ‘Film Quarterly’ that he “goes way back to the seminal work of ‘Francis the Talking Mule” films of the 1950’s. I believe that army mule was in seven films all told. But that’s where it all began, the talking four-legged friend who would only talk to one person. It really set the standard for all talking horse pictures and Francis was a helluva patriot. The purists kind of get on me for putting “Mr. Ed” in this genre, as he was not specifically cinema, but TV. But for me, Allan Lane (voice of Mr. Ed) is the closest thing to what a horse would sound like.” Asked his opinion of more recent talking horse pics, Perry’s criticism was less than positive. “Bobcat Goldthwaits 1988 “Hot to Trot” with horse voiced by John Candy was a case of upstarts trying to re-invent the wheel that the masters had refined. No time for it.” Perry does admit to avoiding any the-making-of type documentaries of any of these films. “It would be like telling a kid there’s no Santee Claus, I just love to soak in the magic of the talking horse. Knowing the hows would just mess it all up for me.”

Bachmann to release children's book

Coinciding with her Presidential run, Rep. Michele Bachmann has completed a children’s book: “Why did God invent Spiders?". Set for release next week, Bachmann’s advisors describe the book as a “religious fable explaining the Almighty’s ‘whoopsies’ to children of all ages”.  

DeNiro gains then loses 60 lbs for high school reunion

Actor Robert DeNiro, in a move reminiscent of his preparation for the film "Raging Bull", threw himself fully into his preparation for his fiftieth high school reunion by eating himself to a massive weight gain of 60lbs, then losing it and getting himself into the best shape of his life right before the reunion. DeNiro explained the process by saying he "really just wanted to see the expressions on some of those a****** faces when I walked in."

Tempers flare at Republican debate

Another side to Tim Pawlenty came out at the Republican debate in Iowa last night. Pawlenty, in a move no one saw coming, went wildly mad, cursing and knocking over podiums, and in general terrifying the other participants in the debate. No one is sure what set the former Minnesota governor off, but at 35 minutes into the proceedings he erupted into a cacophony of curse words, threats, and invectives. Just as soon as he began cursing, he proceeded into a fiery violent rage, smashing and destroying the stage, while fighting off the security staff members who were trying to calm him.

NFL mistake apparent in one preseason game

The NFL changed the rules so that all kick-offs are from the 35 yard line instead of the 30 yard line. This will mean nothing but the least exciting play in football, the "touch-back" being the order of the day. No great returns, no Devin Hestors. Players who could forge NFL careers from working on special teams will have no place on the roster and "special teams" are no longer so "special". 

United States loses AAA membership

In an unexpected development, the United States announced it was ending its AAA membership. No longer interested in receiving hotel discounts, roadside assistance, or free maps, the United States of America has decided to end its decades-long membership in the auto club. In other news, “the Onion” website is starting a ‘pay wall’ in several weeks, while this site remains free.