Boilermakers get another victory

Purdue (6-4) defeated Tennessee-Martin 62-54 last night. Senior Matt Kiefer finally had a decent game as he posted his first double-double of his career. The Boilers take on #4 Memphis tomorrow night.

Fantasy Football Update Week 16

Bring X-15 the finest meats and cheeses because they are the first two-time Nappanee Hometown League Super Bowl Champs. X-15 won its second title in as many years by downing The Posse, 88.32 - 70.22. Larry Johnson (20.95), Carnell Williams (14.00), and the Bears D (17.00) were the high scorers.

In the re-draft league, The Intruders were humilated in the third place game by The The Ruminators. The goat of the game would have to be Steve McNair and his -2.24 points. The Intruders finish the season in fourth place, which is better than expected since Deuce McAllister and Javon Walker were both lost early in the season to injuries.

Six Bears make Pro Bowl

Six Bears were selected Wednesday in a vote by fans, players and coaches, with linebacker Brian Urlacher and center Olin Kreutz being picked for the fifth time and Lance Briggs, Tommie Harris, cornerback Nathan Vasher and safety Mike Brown earning their first trip.

Boilers move to 5-0 at Mackey

Purdue (5-4) defeated a scrappy IPFW squad tonight at Mackey, 79-69. Freshman Chris Lutz, who is quickly becoming a star, poured in 18 points. Take a good look at Purdue's record because it won't be over .500 for much longer.

Cubs add right fielder

The Cubs today signed free agent outfielder Jacque Jones to a three-year contract. Jones hit .249 with 23 homers and 73 RBIs for the Twins in 2005.

Fantasy Update Week 15

In the keeper league, X-15 advanced to the finals by defeating Amos' team, 96.42-79.20. Tom Brady (28.62), Larry Johnson (21.20), and the Carolina defense (17.00) lead the way. The victory may have come at too high of cost though. Samkon Gado, who has been filling in for Brian Westbrook, injured his knee and will probably miss the Super Bowl. The list of injured players for X-15 include: Priest Holmes, Brian Westbrook, Javon Walker, and Samkon Gado. Players like Larry Johnson, Cadillac Williams, and Randy Moss will have to put up huge numbers if X-15 hopes to defeat the Posse in the Super Bowl. My major decision is whether to start Tom Brady or Jake Plummer. Both the Patriots and the Broncos have clinched their divisions meaning there is a chance that both could see limited playing time. If X-15 somehow wins, it will be their second Super Bowl title in as many years.

In the re-draft league, The Intruders were defeated by the Schmucks, 93.59-56.03. Sitting Steve McNair and the Patriots defense ruined The Intruders chance of winning. The Intruders will face the Ruminators in the third place game.

Rex change operation

Lovie Smith named Rex Grossman the starter for this week's game against the Packers. Grossman replaced Orton in the second half of the Bears 16-3 victory over the Falcons last night. Orton handled his benching like a man according the Olin Kruetz. "I'll tell you who made the change the easiest was Kyle," Kreutz said. "He walked around the locker room saying: 'Let's keep it going. Rex is our guy. And I'm still with you guys.' Kyle made it an easy transition."

Purdue wins fourth game of the season

The Boilers (4-4) found a way to top New Orleans on Saturday, 68-56. Freshman Chris Lutz was 4-of-9 from three point range on his way to scoring 20 points. Overall the Boilers shot 50% from the field and improved to 4-0 at Mackey Arena this season.

ESPN writer sticks up for Orton

This is taken from DJ Gallo's article on Page 2...


"I love this growing opinion among Bears fans that Chicago would suddenly become unstoppable if Rex Grossman replaced Kyle Orton as quarterback. I guess I somehow completely missed Grossman's previous stellar performances as an NFL quarterback. As did the NFL's official statistician, because in Grossman's six career games over three seasons, here are some of his numbers: 3 touchdowns, 4 interceptions, 54.5 percent completion rate, 5 fumbles (2 lost). Those project almost exactly to Orton's statistics over his 13 games this season. And though both are pretty much interchangeable in their mediocrity, Grossman would be both mediocre ... and rusty. So where does the Orton hate spring from? Is it the neck beard? Is it that hard for Bears fans to look at it every Sunday? If that's the reason, I can understand. Really, it's an absolutely disgusting neck beard he has there. But beyond that, I'm miffed. Wanting to replace Orton with Grossman is like wanting to ditch George W. Bush for Jimmy Carter. (Don't you do it, Laura!)"

Fantasy Football Update Week 14

In the keeper league, X-15 defeated HollyWood Frenzy in the first round of the playoffs, 116.41 - 79.50. Tom Brady (28.01), Larry Johnson (26.55), Caddy Williams (17.80), and Samkon Gado (15.00) lead the way for the dominating victory. X-15 squares off against a tough "987654321" squad in the semi-finals this week.

In the re-draft league, The Intruders advanced to the semi-finals by defeating the Cleveland Steamers, 65.32 - 61.17. It was an ugly win but after a sixth place finish in the regular season, The Intruders are happy to be only one win away from the championship game.

Fantasy Football Update Week 13

In the keeper league X-15 finished the regular season with a loss to HollyWood Frenzy, 76.51 - 68.74. Brian Westbrook injured his foot and is lost for the season. X-15 finished the regular season with a record of 7-6 and is the third seed in the playoffs. X-15 will face HollyWood Frenzy in the first round of the playoffs.

In the re-draft league, The Intruders were embarrassed by the Midland Jumbo Jets, 61.99 - 38.24. The Intruders finished the regular season with a record of 7-6 and is the sixth seed in the playoffs. The Intruders face off against the Cleveland Steamers in the first round of the playoffs.

Mistrial in Vioxx case

A judge has declared a mistrial in the first federal Vioxx case after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict. The mistrial means Merck, which already had a one and one record in Vioxx litigation, was unable to gain any momentum in its battle against thousands of other expected lawsuits related to the drug, which was withdrawn from the market last year after being linked to cardiovascular problems.

IU downed by Indiana State

The Hoosiers were defeated by the Indiana State Sycamores tonight, 72-67. Meanwhile in West Lafayette, the Purdue Boilermakers manhandled a fiesty Chicago State squad, 69-56.