The B.K.K. (Brian Killer Kelley) is back with his patented rants. Now he's on about Illinois basketball, mock drafts, Randy Moss, and some reality cooking shows. He may actually have something nice to say too. Maybe.<< MORE >>

Let me begin at the beginning. I know, you know, and any knowledgeable football fan is aware that Peyton Manning did not play this past season. There will be little discussion of any playoff shortcomings he may have endured, because most coverage of him is dedicated to whether or not he will be dropped by his longtime franchise. Four years ago I was determined to discover whether Peyton Manning was as bad in the playoffs as seemingly every sportscaster believed. There is little doubt that the veteran quarterback is one of the greatest of all time. However, no one had done any statistical comparisons to support the assertion that he was at fault for the Colts' ineptness in the post-season. << MORE >>

You have the choice to sign a free agent pitcher who significantly improves your starting rotation. The cost is $10 million. Your current projected starter will not be thrilled about a relegation to the bullpen. There could be an injury problem. But with or without the free agent you will have an injury problem, you always do. What is your move Mr. General Manager?<< MORE >>

The NFC East has secured 12 Super Bowl titles. That almost tops the AFC North and East combined (13). How has the grouping of Giants, Cowboys, and Redskins maintained their dominance? Or more importantly, why are the Cowboys even in the East to begin with? If we were to total the number of titles up, which division really is the best?<< MORE >>

The Super Bowl quiz is back. 34 questions for the trivia buff at your Big Game party. Think you know which player has won the most Super Bowls? How about the most Super Bowl MVP's. Some of these questions are more difficult than you think...<< MORE >>

Is Tom Brady the greatest quarterback of all-time? With one more Super Bowl victory it will be hard to argue against it. Joe Montana and Terry Bradshaw have the most championships. Marino, Favre and Manning have the numbers. But Brady could have both.<< MORE >>

The year was 2013 when the NFL finally nailed it. A glaring imperfection in their glossy sports-television empire was buffed out. The lingering void between the Conference Championships and the Super Bowl was filled with a spectacle worth watching. 2012's 7.9 Nielsen overnight looked paltry in comparison to the resounding success of the new format. After the final tallies were made television executives would be overheard describing the previous year's results as "Studio 60"-esque. << MORE >>

The Pro Bowl is often underwhelming. I think it would be more interesting to hear the pitch meeting between the NFL and the major networks. Would NBC rather have broadcast a Michael Bay marathon? Would viewers rather watch Fallout: New Vegas freeze and load, freeze and load? I know I would.<< MORE >>

The endless lake stretched to the edge of the horizon where it met the empty black sky. A middle-aged man, shielded from the harsh winter gust by a hoodie, stared into the darkness. In his peripheral view stood a pyramid of light. The house of rhythm and blues. A gleaming structure haunted by legendary tales of men who dealt their souls for fortune and fame. This was the agreed upon meeting place, where fate and luck intertwined forming the hooded man's crossroads. Just off the main entrance road a limousine cruised around the circle drive. The exhaust coughed, breaking the silence of the night. The headlights shone onto the hooded man, the brakes squeaked as the vehicle ground to a halt. The thud of a firmly closed door echoed off the glass pyramid. The hooded man squinted into the blinding glare of high beams catching a glimpse of the approaching figure. The sound of heavy heels stomping on concrete then smothered by remnants of snow grew louder. A ominous figure stood in front of the lights. His face obscured by the back-lighting. "Mr. Belichick?" << MORE >>

Madden, the pinnacle of defensive AI. Right? Maybe not, but it's probably for the best as the collective intelligence of the eleven man defense would soon spread to other electronic devices. Their light bulb meters will fill and a takeover will be in store. It's best that this All-Madden cornerback never catches this deliberate interception attempt.<< MORE >>