...Is dumber than originally thought.  I know, I know, you're wondering how that could possibly be.  His Wonderlic Test score was equivalent to an SAT result where someone didn't sign their name or answer any questions.  He completely melted down last year when he was benched for being, well, pretty terrible at playing quarterback.  And let's not forget, he wasn't very good at playing QB in the first place. But folks, stop being so demanding.  Why should any of the aforementioned foibles bring "InVinceable" humility?  The kid has probably had people blowing smoke up his arse since he could walk, so at this point he could literally forget how to throw a football and he'd still act like the star he will never be.  Have a look at this great post from our new friends at "Eat, Drink and Sleep Football" and enjoy the moron formerly known as Vince Young.  In a sick way, I really look forward to seeing Vince completely unravel before our eyes over the next few years.

Cheers,

TWF

Appears the Chargers have decided not to pursue a new stadium in Mission Valley that would be part of a larger redevelopment plan: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4213677

I'd like to hear someone from the organization give their reasoning behind it, although I'm sure it's money related. The longer this stadium issue drags on the more worried I get.


TWF

Que paso, everyone?  Been out of touch with the blog world recently due to "real" life issues, but I'm still alive and kickin' and will be back at it strong again soon.  In the meantime, a belated post about Malcom Floyd signing a one year deal on Friday.  

Providing Floyd continues to improve at the rate he did last season, this is huge for us.  The guy can flat out go up and get 50/50 balls, and has the talent to be dominant if he can put on another 10-15 pounds.  Good signing, A.J.

Here's the link to the Sign On San Diego article: http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/may/15/chargers-receiver-floyd-signs183423/?chargers

After years of being, well, pretty darn terrible, and even in their best years never advancing past the first round of any post-season tournament, San Diego State's Men's Basketball Team is headed to New York to play an NIT semi-final game against the Baylor Bears. After leading by 16 in the first half, and as many as 13 in the second, the Aztecs had to fight off a gritty St. Mary's squad before wrapping up the huge victory.

The Gaels, led by Australian Patrick "Patty" Mills, were overwhelmed from the opening tip, going behind 13-0 as the Aztecs fed off the sell-out crowd of 12,414 to take control of the game. St. Mary's, though, at one point in the season ranked #16 in the nation before Mills was temporarily lost to a hand injury, hung tough and had a chance to tie the game with under a minute left before Mills missed the first of a "1 and 1" free throw situation. The Aztecs grabbed the rebound off Mills' miss, and sealed the game thanks to senior point guard Richie Williams making 3 of 4 free throws down the stretch.

Now it's certainly no surprise to anyone out there that I support anything and everything San Diego sports, but it might raise an eyebrow or two that I rank this in my top 10 San Diego sports moments. I know, I know, it's pretty "Bush League" to be so stoked on a quarterfinal win in the NIT, but hey, we don't get many important wins here in San Diego, and this one was against a solid opponent, on national TV no less (not that anyone was really watching) to take us to a national semi-final.

Steve Fisher has done one heck of a job since taking over this once hapless program in the late 90's, and to have them playing in Madison Square Garden at the end of the season is impressive. Perhaps even more impressive, and certainly a result of Fisher's teams' success this decade, is that the Aztecs have the #15 ranked recruiting class in Division 1 Men's Basketball in 2008/2009 (top 5 if the rankings were to count transfers: http://goaztecs.cstv.com/sports/m-baskbl/spec-rel/111408aaa.html), so the future is certainly bright on Montezuma Mesa. That's a story for another night, though.

The Aztecs are headed to The Garden, baby! How you like them apples?!?!


Cheers,
Sir Bolt

Looks as though Kassim Osgood, one of my favorite Chargers due to his positive influence on the community and his San Diego ties (SDSU grad), may not make it to mini-camp as a San Diego Charger: http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/mar/20/1s21chargers-osgood-trading-block182532/

I'm not going to make a big stink of this because Kassim's frustration at not being played more often at wide receiver and his impending free agency scream "trade", but I have to say that I would be bummed to see him go. Aside from his ability to dominate on Special Teams, Kassim has made no secret of his love for San Diego, which is music to the ears of any San Diego native. The Chargers may be a perennial playoff team this decade, but we all know that they've had more terrible teams than good ones, and that has driven a lot of players out of town (understandably) to seek more successful waters. So anytime a guy like Osgood wants to commit his future to a San Diego team it makes me feel like a proud father.

I hold on to the slim hope that you'll wear the Lightning Bolts for another season, Kassim, but if not, best of luck elsewhere. Your loyalty to SDSU, the Bolts and the City of San Diego is much appreciated.


Cheers,
Sir Bolt

...you're a true American sports hero with a quote like this: "You're talking about representing the United States of America," he said. "You've got that across the front of your chest. To be able to get that hit, that's got to be right up there at the top of the list."

Every American should be proud to represent his/her country, regardless of the situation, and David Wright personified what has long been called the "American Spirit" with his comment above. Makes me feel like watching "Rocky IV" again.

Full ESPN recap of the U.S.A's 6-5 victory over Puerto Rico (who mercy-ruled us a few days ago, by the way) in the World Baseball Classic here: http://sports.espn.go.com/extra/baseball/wbbc/recap?gameId=290317115


Sir Bolt

Not sure what to think about this: http://chargers.com/news/headlines/clary-re-signs.htm. On one hand, he played great in spot duty the year before last, and added some toughness to the line. On the other hand, he was terrible last year. Not that Goff was an All-Pro, but if I had a buck for each time I saw a defender blow right by Clary I'd be retired instead of sitting in this damn cube. I hope he steps it up and allows our 'backs to run to the right again this year.


Sir Bolt