Does sex sell women's sports?
We couldn't agree more. When Jenny Finch was hurling fastballs for the University of Arizona's softball team, we initially checked out a game because we heard so much about Finch's looks, but we were equally impressed with her pitching. As much as we hate to admit it, few men could make contact with one of Finch's 65 mph fastballs. The same goes for Candace Parker, who single-handedly will cause me to watch at least three Tennessee hoops games next season, both for her off-the-chart looks and her hoops prowess (she once beat Josh Smith in a slam dunk contest!). Now we want to hear from you. What would be the biggest reason you'd watch a women's sporting event – the quality of play? The looks of the athletes? Or are women's sports so far removed from your world that nothing can change your mind? What's your take? Things You Need to Do Before you Graduate
26. Channel your inner leprechaun on Green Beer Day at Miami (Ohio), when students chug dyed beers and slurp toxic-looking Jell-O concoctions at 5:30 a.m., then slink off to class. 46. Take a Dip at Arizona. Why? Former 'Cat (she's currently on leave) and seven-time Olympic medalist Amanda Beard is known to frequent the Hillenbrand Aquatic Center. Did we mention she's the cover girl of Playboy's July 2007 issue. 68. Get your skin a fine burnt orange at Hippie Hollow Park, a half hour's drive from the University of Texas and billed as "the only clothing-optional public park in the state." We’re sure we missed some fantastic activities at your school. Tell us what else we need to do before we graduate. Differences between pro and college QBs
Most people who complained didn't seem to understand how different pro and college football are. Colt Brennan's record-breaking numbers at Hawaii mean little to the NFL, just like Timmy Chang's records at the same school were insignificant. And Troy Smith's winning percentage at Ohio State doesn't mean a thing. Chris Leak's national championship was a non-factor. And obviously whatever Brady Quinn did at Notre Dame didn't thrill at least 21 teams. Apparently, it takes different ingredients to make a great quarterback in the NFL than it does in college. Here are three factors that make for such a big difference: 1. Size is a must for NFL teams: Yes, short quarterbacks have become Hall of Famers, but the league seems to be giving them less of a shot every year. Brennan is 6-foot-3, but right now is very slight. 2. Most pro QBs have to throw to fullbacks and tight ends: Some college QBs do as well, but a lot of college teams can get away with a more spread offense. 3. Defenses are faster in the NFL: Guys like Smith and Leak had a lot of short passes turn into huge gains because their receivers are considerably faster and more athletic than the defensive backs. Also, QBs don't have to throw to a spot in college as much as they do in the NFL because the pass rush isn't usually as brutal. I ranked Brian Brohm (also a system QB, although it will be interesting to see how he plays in a new scheme this year), Chad Henne, John David Booty and Brennan as first-round QBs in the mock draft. The more I think about it, the less surprised I would be if Tennessee's Erik Ainge and Boston College's Matt Ryan shot above Brennan. That's not to say a great college quarterback shouldn't be savored. Not everyone is cut out for the NFL. The world needs good sideline commentators and studio analysts as well.  |
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