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Top 10 Best Soccer Players Of 2014/2015 Season.

Adam Mcenroe
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Top 10 Best Soccer Players Of 2014/2015 Season.

Now that the 2014 FIFA World Cup has ended, it’s time to start looking forward to the upcoming 2014/2015 season so our new UK Sports Correspondent has pulled together a Top 10 list of the best soccer players this season. His list covers everyone and every position so unlike American football where we mainly follow the top quarterbacks, Adam has taken a thorough look at all the soccer players he feels should be on this list. Also, for those of you that love pointing out typographical errors, we always appreciate your input, but remember Adam is in the UK so there may be an extra ‘u’ sometimes in color or favorite so you can give him a break.

As we approach the start of the 2014/2015 season in a lot of the traditional leagues, there has been a lot to talk about and consider. Big transfers, shock title winners and even an incredible FIFA World Cup to fawn over. 2014 has been a good year for soccer so far, and with the World Cup now over it might be a good time to see who has made the biggest impact on 2014. Lots of players have faded, others have shone, and new names have exploded onto the scene to be on our screens for the next decade.

So who has impressed us the most at Movie TV Tech Geeks? Here is a breakdown of our favourite soccer players of 2014. These are the biggest hitters;’ those who drove their teams to silver or returned big names to fallen glories:

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1. Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)

It might be a bit easy to put Ronaldo on this list, but the Balon d’Or winner is one of the best players of all-time, nevermind 2014. His meagre World Cup showings can be put down to a variety of issues. From the team around him being a bit of a disgrace- Hugo Almeida and Helder Postiga? – to carrying an injury, Ronaldo never made the impact on the World Cup that you could have hoped for. Or, indeed, the Champions League final. His fourth goal was a mere nail into the Atletico coffin in Lisbon, but he has still been one of the driving forces in world football throughout 2014 so far.

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2. Luis Suarez (FC Barcelona)

The Uruguayan magician has recently completed his big-money move to FC Barcelona, and he’ll link up with Neymar and Messi in the meantime. Suarez is one of the world’s most outstanding footballers, with an incredible stamina and will to win matched with hilarious football smarts and divine talents. He’s one of the top names out there at the moment, and his match winning performance against the English at the World Cup, as well as a 31-goal season with rejuvenated giants Liverpool were testament to the prowess of one of the best in the world. Plus he’s proven that his bark is just as hardcore as his bite!

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3. Koke (Atletico Madrid)

Despite a rather meagre World Cup showing, Koke has been one of the best central midfielders in Europe for the last eighteen months. Following on from a brilliant season in 2012-2013, Koke was arguably outshining the likes of Xavi, Iniesta, Modric and Alonso throughout the La Liga campaign in which he wound up champion. One of the best young central midfielders in the world at the moment, he looks set to stay at Atleti for at least one more season.

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4. Raheem Sterling (Liverpool)

If you are looking for names that have been in top form for all of 2014, then Sterling has to be mentioned. The young winner made headlines when he first appeared under Kenny Dalglish for Liverpool, and then was a regular under Brendan Rodgers in 2012-2013 before fading and then getting injured. Flash forward to the summer of 2014 and he was one of the top prospects in the world going into the World Cup, and being one of the few performers for England at the tournament only increased his profile. With Suarez gone, Sterling might now explode even more.

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5. Ivan Rakitic (FC Barcelona)

Quietly regarded by some as the best central midfielder outside of the “Big Three” in Spain, Rakitic shone for Sevilla in a Europe League winning campaign, putting in some incredible performances throughout the season. He scored big goals, set up many more and his metronomic passing was one of the highlights of the European campaign. He has since moved to FCB, and could be a coup for them moving forward.

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6. Arturo Vidal (Juventus)

Although he did not perform quite to expectation at the World Cup for Chile, that was only because his normal standards are so high. The colossus in the Juventus midfield, he makes other central midfielders look tame and laboured and has shown time and time again what his potential ceiling is – the very sky. One of the jewels in a trio of Scudetto wins, with Antonio Conte gone Vidal might yet be on the move, and if he does move somebody is getting a true star for years to come.

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7. James Rodriguez (Real Madrid)

The youngster who won the Golden Ball at the World Cup is certainly not a nobody – in the summer of 2013 he moved from Portuguese giants FC Porto to cash rich AS Monaco, and now plays for one of the top sides in world football. His comical ability on the ball matched with outstanding skill, passing and vision make him one of the top names in the game at the moment. Watch this space to see how he develops.

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8. Thomas Muller (FC Bayern)

The World Cup winners could have taken this whole list for themselves, but in the interest of at least trying to add some fresh names to the list we decided to only add in one German. It was a tough pick, but Muller is a personal favourite of this writer and although he looks like he just finished measuring the size of your decking en route to laying it, he’s a truly special football. His mind is ahead of the pack, even if his physique isn’t. A truly magnificent footballer.

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9. Diego Godin (Atletico Madrid)

It’s hard to pick a centre-half for Atletico Madrid and know who to choose in your heart. Either way, they were comfortably the top defensive pairing in world football for the first half of 2014, and it’s a disgrace that Miranda – Godin’s partner – never went to the World Cup with Brazil. Godin, however, scored the goal against Italy that sent Uruguay through to the Last 16 and it was also his header against FCB that won La Liga for Atletico.

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10. Yaya Toure (Man City)

Despite not sending him a birthday cake, we have to attribute a huge portion of the double that Manchester City enjoyed in 2014 to the performances of the Ivorian in midfield. He can look bored and lazy, but when he comes to life he’s like a gattling gun with the trigger held down. He’s an absolute machine, and plays a huge role in winning matches for City with his craft and dynamism. He’s famous for surging forward and forcing defenders to act as if there is a horse on the pitch, galloping forward before scoring an important goal. His attitude may rub some up the wrong way, but his ability can’t.


FIFTY SHADES OF GREY Quiet Time Trailer Hits With Images

Curt Johnson
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FIFTY SHADES OF GREY Quiet Time Trailer Hits With Images

After reading a little bit of the book, I wound up going back to watch Mickey Rourke and Kim Bassinger go at it, and it was way more interesting to me with all the levels and depths the film covered. The book was provocative enough, but it just felt a little forced…funny, I know since their is plenty of submission in it. Many of you who’ll remember ‘The Red Shoe Diaries’ will feel a little deja vu when you check the trailer below.

For anyone who doesn’t know what the book series is about, it’s pretty simple: The story revolves around Anastasia Steele (Dakota Johnson) and her introduction to a whole new world of sexual discovery and risqué activities in the hands of billionaire Christian Grey (Jamie Dornan).  The film also stars Marcia Gay Harden, Jennifer Ehle, Max Martini, Luke Grimes, Rita Ora, Eloise Mumford, Dylan Neal, Victor Rasuk, and Callum Keith Rennie. ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ slips into theaters February 14, 2015 so you already know what you’ll be doing next Valentine’s Day.

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Here’s a few new images from the trailer to enjoy your private time with. These are all hi-res images so if you push on them, they’ll big rather quickly.
This feels like a film that is going to enjoy some levels of camp and director Sam Taylor-Johnson has shot this film beautifully to set the tone and feel for the film. It’ll easily do some killer business at the box office, so don’t be surprised for the next book to get rushed to the big screen.

“Fifty Shades of Grey” is the hotly anticipated film adaptation of the bestselling book that has become a global phenomenon. Since its release, the “Fifty Shades” trilogy has been translated into 51 languages worldwide and sold more than 100 million copies in e-book and print—making it one of the biggest and fastest-selling book series ever. Stepping into the roles of Christian Grey and Anastasia Steele, who have become iconic to millions of readers, are Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson. Joining Dornan and Johnson in the cast are Luke Grimes as Elliot, Christian’s brother; Victor Rasuk as José, Anastasia’s close friend; Eloise Mumford as Kate, Anastasia’s best friend and roommate; Marcia Gay Harden as Dr. Grace Trevelyan Grey, Christian’s mother; Rita Ora as Mia, Christian’s sister; Max Martini as Taylor, Christian’s bodyguard; Callum Keith Rennie as Ray, Anastasia’s stepfather; Jennifer Ehle as Carla, Anastasia’s mother; and Dylan Neal as Bob, Carla’s husband. Fifty Shades of Grey is directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson and produced by Michael De Luca and Dana Brunetti alongside E L James, the creator of the series. The screenplay for the film is by Kelly Marcel.

THE MIDNIGHT GAME Trailer Shows Old Tricks New Thrills

George Cando
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THE MIDNIGHT GAME Trailer Shows Old Tricks New Thrills



A.D. Calvo's The Midnight Game might sound like the usual horror genre setup, but it provides enough thrills and scares to rise above most other horror films using a similar plotline. We know there's always a huge slew that come out right around Halloween, but they usually disappoint after the first fifteen minutes, but Calvo's will keep your attention until the end. The Midnight Game hits on August 12, 2014, but you can also pre-order now.

The story follows a teen girl who's parents go away for the weekend, and naturally she invites a few friends over who wind up inviting even more people over. Of course, there's always that one odd guy who gets invited and no one really knows who invited him (Guy Wilson). He suggests playing one of those creepy late at night games that's bound to freak everyone out, especially when things start going awry shortly afterward.

Only one person mentions that playing the game might not be such a good idea, but you know kids, they don't listen and realize that there's some big crazy consequences to be had when you play these games. Here's how the game goes: Confess your greatest fear, spill a few drops of your own blood on a note card bearing your name, kill the lights, bring out the candles, knock on a wooden door twenty-two times, wait for some freaky shit to go down. There is, of course, a catch: Those who flub any part of the ritual must chill in a circle of salt from the stroke of twelve until 3:33 a.m. or else risk a visit from the Midnight Man, a murky, ghostly figure who brings his victims’ aforementioned phobias to corporeal life. What could possibly go wrong playing games like that?

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It's one that's worth checking out as Calvo keeps the premise simple which is usually the sign of a good horror film as they rely on atmosphere and our basic fears against us. It always works, but when filmmakers try to overcomplicate a plot thinking it will make a better story, it most often goes awry. Simple is better in these cases.

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THE WALKING DEAD Season 4 Box Set Shows Carl’s Rage

George Cando
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THE WALKING DEAD Season 4 Box Set Shows Carl’s Rage

The Walking Dead Season 4 was one of its most powerful with some of the most shocking episodes in its history. The creators obviously listened when fans complained in the past of the show moving slowly so they found a great compromise of bringing in a lot more character development without losing any steam. We learned so much more about Michonne and Carol (Melissa McBride) not to mention a little more about Daryl (Norman Reedus) and his big bad brother Merle.

Now just around the corner is the Season 4 box set of The Walking Dead, and it’s bound to sell out quickly as fans will want to watch it all over again before Season 5 begins in October. This is one you definitely want to pre-order as the collector’s editions from McFarlane Toys always go quick.

Check out the trailer for the box set and a new clip entitled ‘Drawing Inspiration’ which talks about bringing the comic book to life in the episode where Carl (Chandler Riggs) finally explodes on daddy Rick (Andrew Lincoln), but he’s passes out and hears none of it. Carl’s rage brings home some walkers and that experience forces the poor kid to grow up even more and faster in his new world.

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As always, Anchor Bay Entertainment has the box set jammed full of everything you can think of Walking Dead, and of course there’s that special edition with the mud zombie. Here’s a little taste of what will be included this time around:

  • Inside THE WALKING DEAD
  • The Making Of THE WALKING DEAD
  • Drawing Inspiration
  • Goodbye To Hershel
  • Goodbye To The Governor
  • Society, Science & Survival
  • Inside KNB Studios
  • A Journey Back To Brutality
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The Walking Dead Season 4 Overview
Based on the comic book series written by Robert Kirkman and published by Image Comics, AMC’s “The Walking Dead” enjoyed its most popular season to date, averaging 13.3 million live/same day viewers per episode and 8.6 million adults 18-49. Whether evading walkers, resisting a super flu outbreak, escaping the fall of their temporary prison haven and desperately searching for a sanctuary called Terminus, the on-going story of a group of survivors under the protective watch and leadership of Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) and Dr. Herschel Greene (Scott Wilson) continues to capture viewers’ imaginations on a global scale.

The fourth season begins several months following the close of the third season, where life has become relatively peaceful for the growing number of survivors at the prison. Rick made the decision some time ago to renounce his role as the group’s leader, in which a council was formed as a replacement. The peaceful society is disrupted when a deadly influenza virus ravages the population, killing many of the survivors. A scavenging team eventually returns with the medicine needed to contain the outbreak.

Meanwhile, a flashback reveals that The Governor was abandoned by his remaining henchmen following the failed attack on the prison; it then depicts Woodbury burning at the hands of The Governor, before forwarding to the present where The Governor is shown disheveled and wandering aimlessly. He eventually runs into the Chambler family – Lilly, Tara, their terminally ill father David, and Lilly’s daughter Meghan. He adopts a false identity and commits numerous good deeds for the family in an effort to atone for his past. Soon after running into his former henchman Martinez, however, The Governor impulsively kills him and takes over the group of survivors he was leading. He disguises the death as an accident and rallies the people behind his cause for revenge.

The Governor finds Michonne and Hershel outside of the prison and takes them hostage. He arrives at the gates with his new-found army and threatens to kill the hostages. Refusing to surrender, Rick proposes they coexist at the prison instead of fighting. Sensing that some of his group may be persuaded, The Governor decapitates Hershel with Michonne’s katana, provoking a firefight between the two camps. Rick confronts and fights The Governor, who nearly kills him, but Michonne saves Rick in time by mortally wounding The Governor with her sword. The Governor’s army is eventually defeated, but the defending survivors are scattered as the prison is overrun by walkers.

Following the battle, the survivors are split into different groups traveling separately; each encountering a variety of obstacles as they search for “Terminus”, a place described as a “sanctuary for all” by many signs posted along a series of railroads. Carol and Tyreese struggle with a dilemma involving Lizzie – a mentally disturbed child who murders her younger sister, Mika – which ends with Carol reluctantly killing her to protect Judith. Beth, who was traveling with Daryl and taking shelter with him in a funeral home, is kidnapped during a walker attack. Glenn and Tara are joined by three new survivors – Sgt. Abraham Ford, Rosita Espinosa, and Dr. Eugene Porter – who are on a mission to Washington, D.C. in search of what remains of the government. Dr. Porter reveals that he knows the cause of the walker outbreak but is unable to elaborate; claiming the information is classified. On the way to Terminus, Glenn and Maggie’s groups reunite. They are the first group shown to arrive at Terminus, where they are met by a woman named Mary; who welcomes them in and offers food.

Meanwhile, Daryl encounters a hostile group of men led by a man named Joe. He allows Daryl to join under the condition that he lives by their code; a strict set of rules punishable by beatings and even death if broken. The group eventually find Rick, Michonne and Carl and hold them hostage, seeking revenge for an earlier run-in with Rick that left one of their members strangled to death. Daryl arrives on the scene to stop the attack, and the bandits are eventually overwhelmed and killed. Reunited with Daryl, the group makes their way to Terminus where they run into the town’s inhabitants. Rick and the group are reassured that they are now safe, but a conflict breaks out after Rick notices Hershel’s watch, Glenn’s riot gear, and Maggie’s poncho being worn by several of the townspeople. Greatly outnumbered, Rick and the others are forced to surrender. Gareth, the leader of Terminus, orders them into a nearby railroad car, where they discover Glenn and Maggie’s group are also being held captive. The season ends with Rick claiming, “They’re gonna feel pretty stupid when they find out…they’re screwing with the wrong people.”

Starring: Andrew Lincoln, Scott Wilson, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira, Chandler Riggs, David Morrissey, Melissa McBride, Chad L. Coleman, Sonequa Martin-Green and Emily Kinney. New characters introduced this season include Sgt. Abraham Ford (Michael Cudlitz), Bob Stookey (Lawrence Gillard, Jr.), Rosita Espinoza (Christian Serratos) and Dr. Eugene Porter (Josh McDermott).

Release Date: Blu-ray/DVD Box Set – August 26, 2014

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Seahawks Marshawn Lynch Gambles For Better Contract

Shane Mclendon
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Seahawks Marshawn Lynch Gambles For Better Contract

I am a big fan of Marshawn Lynch. The running back plays the game in a hard nosed fashion and is just a helluva lot of fun to watch. Who doesn’t like to see a runner go ‘Tecmo Bowl Bo Jackson‘ and send defenders flying off his body?

Marshawn Lynch has decided to sit out of Seahawks training camp in hopes of getting a better contract. His current deal was signed in 2012 and he of course feels like he has outperformed the contract. The team may feel the same way, but they may not be as sure he will keep outperforming it. That is the issue with running backs in today’s NFL.

I like to see players rewarded for great play. It is the American way, do well in your job and you get rewarded. Or maybe that is a dream whose time has past as well. We see a lot of highly compensated CEOs in big corporations who seemingly run their companies into the dirt. And the result is the average workers getting laid off or their retirement slashed. Not exactly our grandparent’s reality of the American dream. The same is true with NFL running backs. They are great to have around, but as soon as a team can get a younger, cheaper version with more tread left on the tires, NFL teams will cut a veteran loose.

If any NFL rusher has earned the right to ask for more money, it’s Marshawn Lynch. He has more carries in the past three years than his fellow runners across the league. He has been an integral part of theSeahawks success, scoring 41 touchdowns and piling up over 4600 rushing yards in his time there. But holding out for more money is a big risk for Mr. Beast Mode. The Seahawks have two young runners ready to take over his spot in Robert Turbin and Christine Michael. They are untested in the NFL, but if either one gets rolling in training camp, that is a bad sign for Lynch. NFL franchises know there are tons of hungry young running backs that will take less money to do the same work as vets.

I truly hope Lynch can get the contract re-worked in his favor, but I would not bet on that happening. He is an awesome running back in a time when the position is not appreciated as much as it should be. Runners are too likely to be injured and with the passing game getting more important every single year, NFL rushers just have no leverage.

If I were the parent of any talented kid playing middle school football, I would make a point of him not being a running back. What would be the point? If he doesn’t go past high school ball then he takes a beating in high school for nothing. If he goes on to become a college running back, he again takes a beating for nothing. And if he is in the tiny percentage that makes an NFL team, he will take another beating. He will get paid at that time, but will never be highly valued even when playing at a high level. If my child was involved in football at an early age, I believe a few quarterback camps would be a good investment. That position is where the glory is at and the least amount of bodily abuse. If Russell Wilson was the one holding out, this would be a different story. In reality, NFL quarterbacks do not have to hold out. They, unlike Lynch and other rushers, are seen as valuable by their teams.

Kim Kardashian Hollywood App Game Review

Julie Wein
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Kim Kardashian Hollywood App Game Review

Kim Kardashian Hollywood, the game which was developed by Glu Mobile Inc and has been introduced on 24 June 2014. With the release date, you can guess that it is the recently developed game, and moreover the name of the game might make you think that the app may have the glamorous actress, singer or model Kim in it, but that is not the fact. Her name has been given to the game to give people an idea that will the game be all about, so any guesses. It is all about the world of Kim which is filled with fashion, glamour and obviously hard work which leads you to the world of fame and money. And the newly added spice to the game is Kim Kardashian Hollywood. The game has gained popularity all over and because of this application for the mobile has also been introduced.

Let’s have a brief about the game:

  • This game enables you to create a celebrity of your own, who can rise to the fame in the game world.
  • The looks of the stars can be customized using the various options provided in the app itself.
  • You get to do have an adventurous journey with the stars, and not only this you meet Kim.
  • You can rule the game, by being the top most actor or the cover model etc and all of it depends on you. So the success depends on the number of photo shoots, wining and dining with the right person and lastly acting in movies the most important thing to do.

The game has been hit, and so has been the app. The most obvious reason for the game to be so popular is the presence of Kim in the game; I mean who would lose the chance of playing the game when it is all related to the world of Kim.

It has been reported to be one of the fastest-growing applications both on iOS and Android has been getting a five-star review. I am sure those who love stardom or want to be between the celebs would love this game. Moreover, this app has been provided for free, so what are you waiting for download the game and experience the fun. The app can be downloaded from google play or apple store, and after downloading the app you can enter your fantasy world which is all about glamour, fame and money.

Pat Bowlen Gives Up Control Of Denver Broncos Due To Alzheimers

Shane Mclendon
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Pat Bowlen Gives Up Control Of Denver Broncos Due To Alzheimers

Alzheimer’s has forced Denver Broncos’ owner Pat Bowlen to give up control of the team. He has handed over the reins to team president Joe Ellis for the time being. The ownership will remain in the family as Mr. Bowlen had a trust set up years ago to ensure the team stays with the Bowlen family. Most likely one of Pat Bowlen’s seven children will eventually become the owner of the team.

Denver fans owe Mr. Bowlen a great deal of gratitude. It is not every team that has had the type of owner that could reach the success level that the Broncos have enjoyed since 1984. The franchise was on the brink of bankruptcy when Pat Bowlen purchased the team. From there he went on to lead them to six Super Bowls. They also made the playoffs in 16 of 30 seasons. I would call that a monumental turnaround from the mess he originally wrote a check to buy. You think Cleveland or Cincinnati would have benefited from steady ownership like Denver fans have enjoyed?

I often wonder just what makes a team or even a business successful over the long haul. It is one thing to have a few winning seasons here and there. Or in the business world, to be profitable for a couple of years then fall off. But sustained success is much harder to achieve and takes a vision that most leaders do not possess. In both the sports world and in business, these types of leaders do not come along everyday. Whatever “it” is, Pat Bowlen had it. I don’t know if leaders like him are born with super abilities that cannot be gained by practice or if it is natural talent mixed with a work ethic that others are not willing to imitate.

Luckily for Denver, they have, in John Elway, a great leader who was brought up under the leadership of Mr. Bowlen. Elway is obviously the most beloved sports figure in Denver history and as long as he and Joe Ellis are able to work well together, the franchise should be in good shape going forward.

When the time comes in the future for one of the Bowlen children to take over the team, that is when things could get messy. We have all seen how things get sideways when a business or sports franchise is handed off to the heir apparent. Most often, these heirs do not possess the “it” that their parent had. And John Elway may not have the same vision as someone who just happened to be born into NFL ownership. The old quarterback will likely have a problem following orders from the Bowlen heir as well. This is all assuming that just one heir would cleanly take over the team. There is always the possibility of a fight amongst the kids to gain majority control of the Denver Broncos. That would be a real nasty shame, but it happens all the time in other businesses.

For the time being, Denver should stay at the top of the NFL in terms of winning. They are solid on the field and at the remaining leadership positions. It is sad to see a terrible disease take away the mental capacities of a great NFL owner. Alzheimer’s took the Broncos away from Pat Bowlen. But the man ran the team the right way for so long that they are in fantastic financial shape, so his family did not lose the team to a fire-sale type situation. Having the right guy at the top matters tremendously, and Broncos’ fans had the right guy for 30 years. His leadership will be missed in Denver as well as the NFL as a whole.

Johnny Manziel Proves He’s An NFL Top With Bestselling Jersey

Curt Johnson
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Johnny Manziel Proves He’s An NFL Top With Bestselling Jersey

Low and behold, Johnny Manziel has the number one selling NFL jersey as of July 17th on the NFL official shop. Not bad for a rookie who has yet to throw even a preseason pass in the pros. It is always interesting to see which players that fans are willing to spend their hard earned money to emulate. Be sure to check out the top 25 top selling jerseys at the end of the post.

Before this last official count by the NFL, Russell Wilson had the #1 selling jersey. The Seahawks QB got a big bump in sales around the Super Bowl but was at #3 at the end of 2013 already. It will be interesting to see where Manziel is on the list come the end of 2014. I do not see his team having near the season that Wilson and the Hawks had. So I envision his #1 spot not lasting all year.

In case you think Johnny Football is seeing millions from his jersey sales, you are mistaken. The overall sales are divided up equally among all players in the league. So the guy with the fewest jersey sales will see the same revenue as the top seller. If you think that is unfair, I would agree. However, at least pro players get some revenue from the sales. How would you like to be a college football player and receive zero dollars for your jersey sales? There is no telling how many Tim Tebow or Cam Newton jerseys were sold when they were wowing the country as college ballers. They got zilch!

The dollar amount of official NFL jersey sales is in the millions obviously. But add on to that, all the fake jersey sales that end up on ebay and flea markets. I even got in on the action a few years ago, buying up Mike Vick jerseys at a legit Reebok outlet and selling the hot item on ebay at double the price.

Jerseys are a big business, and they are just a segment of overall NFL merchandise sales. On most city streets you can count the NFL as a major clothing supplier just like American Eagle or Abercrombie. NFL gear is simply everywhere you look.

There are some interesting notes from the latest sales list. Tom Brady refuses to drop out of the top ten, even after a long career. He is the Ric Flair of jersey sales, as he just keeps on going and going. Richard Sherman talked his way into the top five, even though his play on the field was already worthy. Michael Sam may not even make the final cut in St. Louis but there he sits at #6. The #10 spot is not even occupied by a real player. Seattle fans really think a lot of themselves, do they not. I would think Jadeveon Clowney would be a few notches higher with all his pre-draft hype. And why is Megatron so low on the list?

1. Johnny Manziel
2. Russell Wilson
3. Colin Kaepernick
4. Peyton Manning
5. Richard Sherman
6. Michael Sam
7. Tom Brady
8. Drew Brees
9. Aaron Rodgers
10. 12th Fan
11. Marshawn Lynch
12. LeSean McCoy
13. Teddy Bridgewater
14. Adrian Peterson
15. Dez Bryant
16. Jadeveon Clowney
17. Robert Griffin III
18. Blake Bortles
19. Ryan Tannehill
20. Earl Thomas
21. J.J. Watt
22. Patrick Willis
23. Cam Newton
24. Calvin Johnson
25. Andrew Luck

ESPN’s Stuart Scott A True Warrior & Lesson To Us All

Shane Mclendon
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ESPN’s Stuart Scott A True Warrior & Lesson To Us All

It certainly doesn’t seem like Stuart Scott has been battling cancer for seven years. Time flows by so quickly that every event seems closer to the present than it is in actuality. I can hardly believe the guy is 48 years old now, but to me he still seems young and fresh. He is also as energetic as anyone could be, especially as his body is being abused by a terrible disease along with the medicine used to fight it.

Scott has been with ESPN since 1993, the year after I graduated from high school. He was one of the first anchors I ever saw on SportsCenter, and right away became my favorite. His catch phrases and coolness just made him more appealing to me and many others. My buddies and I would quote him as we played basketball or just anytime that a “Boo Yah!” seemed appropriate. Not many people get a saying going to such a degree as Stuart Scott did with that one.

Last week, Scott was honored at the ESPYS with the Jimmy V award for being such an inspiration in his tooth and nail fight with cancer. His speech is at the end of this post, and is worth your time to watch until the end. Stuart Scott had to work his ass off to get to ESPN in the first place. No one gets an anchor spot on SportsCenter without loads of talent and a great work ethic. Even while sick, he has continued to work on SportCenter, do NFL work, as well as covering the NBA. He is not going to go quietly into that good night. He is working and living at a high level right through his illness.

The man has my admiration for his work as a sports commentator, as a dad, and just a guy. I don’t know a lot about Scott, except for what I see in public, obviously. But from what I can see, he is loved by his family and friends, not to mention respected by his peers. And it is a shame that he has been stricken with cancer. I hate to see any person sick, and it makes it more worse when I know the person, even a person that I only know from TV.

I have known some people who were hit by cancer. Some were able to fight it off and others were eventually overcome by the disease. It seems like a person does better if they keep going with their normal routine when they are physically able. An object in motion tends to stay in motion, as they say. I pray Stuart Scott stays in motion for many years to come. As he said in his speech, you beat cancer by the way you fight it and live with it. I don’t think he could have been a better warrior up to this point, nor lived any better life. He is a big inspiration to many that are cancer survivors, and those of us who are blessed with good health currently. He is a pro’s pro, a man’s man, and to me, he will forever be “as cool as the other side of the pillow.”

UBOOLY Gets Stuffed With Technology: Hot Kids Tech Toys 2014

Jackie Warner
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UBOOLY Gets Stuffed With Technology: Hot Kids Tech Toys 2014

Did you know that there is a stuffed animal that can “come to life” by literally stuffing a smartphone into it? It is called Ubooly, and it’s set to be the perfect companion, friend, and teacher to every child!

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How Much?

The Ubooly toy has a price of $29.95.

Who Would Buy This?

Parents are always on the lookout for educational toys that are wholesome, safe to play with, and look adorable. Well, Ubooly qualifies under all those criteria. Younger and older children alike will certainly find themselves having fun spending hours and hours with Ubooly.

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Things We Like

We are thoroughly impressed with the concept of a stuffed animal that can actually talk, listen, and communicate. And all you have to do is to install the app into your smartphone, which will then be inserted into the toy!

The material that the Ubooly toy is made of also gets our thumbs up. The memory foam is not only great to touch, it also acts as a protective cushion for the smartphone inserted inside the toy, even when Ubooly is being thrown about. Since it comes in three colors (green, orange and pink), kids can take their pick among them, depending on their personality.

Winning Features

But the real winning feature of the Ubooly is how it provides a lot of room for customization to suit the personality of the child. Parents also have a say on what lessons and activities can be added that Ubooly and their child can enjoy together.

It’s not a requirement, though, since Ubooly is already packed with hundreds of stories and games, all of which are designed to stimulate the child’s imagination, entertain him, and teach more than a few lessons along the way. It’s always fun to learn with someone, and you cannot find a better study or learning partner for your child than Ubooly!

Ubooly is marketed with children 4 to 10 years old in mind. However, even older kids and adults will find games and applications that are challenging enough for their more advanced tastes.

Things We Don’t Like

Unfortunately, the quality of smartphone used will also have to be factored in. The speaker and the mic will have to be functioning really well in order for Ubooly to be heard clearly and also understand what the child is saying. They will have a hard time communicating if the speaker and the mic are acting up.

Is It Worth The Money?

For only $29.95, you are practically getting a teacher, a friend and a playmate for your child. This is going to be one of the best purchases you’ll ever make for your child.

Where Can I Buy?

Aside from the official Ubooly site, the Ubooly toy will also be available here.

Final Thoughts

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Give your child the perfect present by giving him or her a friend that he or she can play with and learn with! You’ll be glad that you chose Ubooly! Check out our video review of the Ubooly and see what you think.

Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks For 2014 Season

Shane Mclendon
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Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks For 2014 Season

The 2014 NFL season is coming at us, and we’re still waiting to see if some of our favorite quarterbacks will be traded or staying with last year’s team. So naturally, we had to get moving on our Top 10 favorite quarterbacks for the upcoming season. We’ll also have our predictions on who will be making it to Super Bowl 2015 too.

If you have some high hopes for your NFL team this upcoming season, you had best hope to see your field general on this list. Without a top ten quarterback, it is very hard for an NFL team to make a playoff run, much less appear in a Super Bowl. That might seem obvious, but the passing game is becoming even more important with each rule passed to protect both receiver and quarterback. The guys on this list give their teams the best shot at riding on a ridiculous float through their city the week after the Super Bowl.

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Top 10 NFL Quarterbacks

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1. Peyton Manning –

Sure his team got embarrassed in the Super Bowl in 2013, but Manning is super consistent. He also has tons of offensive weapons around him again.

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2. Aaron Rodgers –

The Packers always have a post season shot as long as Rodgers is healthy. If their running game improves again this year, that will make #12 even more dangerous.

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3. Russell Wilson –

This guy may be the hardest working young QB in the league. He knows his role and takes it as seriously as the veterans on this list. He has a great team around him of course but he is the team’s clear leader.

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4. Tom Brady –

I fear that the golden boy’s Super Bowl chances are over, but with Brady, the Patriots always will have a puncher’s chance. It is amazing how well the team has done considering the generic receivers they have used over the past few years and the so-so defense. Brady has been the constant there.

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5. Drew Brees –

Everyone loves Drew Brees, even opposing fans seem to give him the credit he deserves. He is not just a likable guy, he is a fiery vet that is as accurate as Peyton Manning.

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6. Colin Kaepernick –

Having just signed a huge new contract, Kap will need to guard against complacency. He has shown what a dangerous weapon he is both passing and also running when called upon.

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7. Andrew Luck –

The Colts leader is all he was promised to be coming out of college. As he gets more and more NFL games under his belt, the worse chance opposing teams will have against the Stanford alum.

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8. Nick Foles –

Last year could have been an aberration as Foles lit the league on fire. But it is hard to imagine it being a fluke, the numbers he put up in 2013. Talent has to be the explanation. Either that or Chip Kelly is a true genius.

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9. Matt Ryan –

Just because the Falcons fell off the grid last season does not mean it was their franchise QB’s fault. Ryan did his job and he is a steady superstar that does not get the attention he deserves.

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10. Ben Roethlisberger –

He may not put up the numbers of a Manning or a Brees, but the guy does lead his team to plenty of wins. Last year was disappointing for the Steelers, but they finished strong and look to be much improved in 2014.

Steve Spurrier Rightfully Lets Underclassmen Do Their Own Thing

Shane Mclendon
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Steve Spurrier Rightfully Lets Underclassmen Do Their Own Thing

I think I like Steve Spurrier more with each passing year. He seems to be more player friendly than any big time coach that I have ever seen. He made a point of saying how he thinks underclassmen should not be talked out of going to the NFL if they have the itch to leave college early. Spurrier talked about the issue at SEC Media Days.

This is not the first time that South Carolina’s head coach has made statements that go against the status quo opinion of coaches. He said recently that he thought it was not only fair to pay players to play college sports, but that is was a great idea. You won’t hear most coaches say anything of the like, with their buttoned up attitude. These coaches have no trouble sleeping at night with their multi million dollar contracts while their roster is full of players with no cash in their pockets most of the time.

Spurrier has never been one to just go with the flow. He does his own thing with no regard to what people may think. That is refreshing in a sports world full of coach-speak and clichés. And if I were a high school player trying to make a decision on where to take my football talents, I would be drawn to a coach that really cared about the overall well being of the players. It is one thing to flatter a kid you are trying to recruit, but it is quite another to be a real proponent for the betterment of student athletes.

Was Spurrier right about his opinion? I would say so. He is right in a financial sense mainly, in that these underclassmen do deserve to make money playing in the NFL. And if they have a chance of getting drafted they have earned at least the shot to go pro whenever they choose. Will some of these guys get passed over by the NFL? Of course, but that could happen when they are seniors as well. It is also possible that some underclassmen will miss the draft, not get picked up as a free agent, and never return to school. That scenario does suck, but players know this is a possibility. They are young, but deep down they know there is no guarantee on a NFL career, no matter when they leave college.

Spurrier’s underclassman opinion also is the right advice in terms of coaches not wasting their time. If a guy has made his mind up to go pro early, then talking him into staying is a waste of time. Even if a kid can be pressured into staying an extra season, he may have mentally checked out and won’t be the player the team needs him to be. Were I coaching a football team, I would rather have a hungry player stepping into a starting role, than a guy with his mind somewhere else.

The horrific injury possibility is the biggest factor I see with this issue. No coach should want to be the man who convinced a star player to stay, only to have him get hurt and miss most of the season….not to mention destroy his draft stock. Marcus Lattimore having his knee twisted like a wet towel is something that has stuck with the Gamecock’s head coach. No one wants to see a player get injured in that fashion, no matter if they were headed for NFL riches or not. But mix in the loss of a family tree changing contract, then you can see why underclassmen should listen to the ole ball coach.

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