Random thoughts: Did Jackson lose his Heisman?

November 20, 2016 College Sports in Florida

Of the 11 sacks suffered by LaMar Jackson Friday night, which one looked like a Heisman being tossed in the trash? – Oddsmakers say Tom Brady has a better shot at being president in 2020 than Gary Johnson. Brady is tied with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, George Clooney, Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Cuban, Chelsea Clinton and […]

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Ask Gary: Who’s the better coach: Saban or Belichick?

November 19, 2016 College Sports in Florida

(Each week, the readers take over GarySheltonsports.com and play Ask Gary. They send in a question, or a couple, on Thursday night or Friday morning and we all talk about the world of sports.  Think of it as a radio show where you don’t have to be on hold. Join us and ask a question, make a comment […]

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Hall called Kansas City too many times

November 18, 2016 general

Friday, 4 a.m. Even now, there is something magical about their names. Podolak and Lanier, Culp and Stenerud. They were like something out of the comic books. Big, strong men who evidently felt no pain. Even now, you can see the horse streaking down the sideline and the moving pocket and whatever animal it was […]

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Stamkos keeps being one of NHL’s unluckiest

November 17, 2016 general

Wednesday, 4 a.m. Sometimes, you skate under ladders. There are black cats on the ice, along with unlucky pennies and broken mirrors. There is spilled salt. And sometimes, if you are Steven Stamkos, you are really unlucky. For Stamkos, it has happened again. He tore the meniscus in his right leg Tuesday night; he’s now […]

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Ask the expert: Jerry Angelo

November 17, 2016 general

Jerry Angelo is a former personnel director for the Bucs and former general manager of the Bears. Each week, Angelo answers your questions regarding the NFL. Send your questions to GarySheltonsports@gmail.com with “ask the expert” in the subject line. The most interesting questions will be selected. Thursday, 5 a.m. Tony Romo gave a heartfelt speech […]

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Shouldn’t someone pat USF on the head?

November 16, 2016 general

Wednesday, 4 a.m. Most of the time, they play games on the border of What You Barely Notice and What You Do Not Care About. Their fans are intense, but there isn’t as many of them as say, Florida or FSU or Michigan. Their players are talented, but they don’t dominate the NFL draft the […]

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Without voting, Evans stages an empty protest

November 15, 2016 general

Tuesday, 4 a.m. I like Mike Evans. Really, I do. I voted for Hillary Clinton. To be honest, I did. And yet, I cannot get behind Evans’ protest Sunday of Trump’s election. I simply cannot. It’s hard to be part of a chorus when the lead singer has sacrificed his voice, To be honest, I […]

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Winston’s impressive performance leads Bucs

November 14, 2016 general

Monday, 4 a.m. He has had games with more touchdowns. He has had games with more yardage. If you’re counting, Jameis Winston has games with higher ratings. As far as playing quarterback, however, as far as taking control of the game and spreading the ball around like a point guard on a fast break, Sunday […]

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Random Thoughts: Clemson bows out of contention

November 13, 2016 general

Sunday, 5 a.m. Say goodnight, Clemson. – The Cleveland Browns plan a parade if they finish their season 0-16. So who’s bringing the Underdog balloon which, frankly, should move to Cleveland. – I see that Stephen Jones says Tony Romo would “be open” to being a backup. Call me silly, but when did Romo get […]

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‘Uninspired’ Lightning falls to San Jose

November 13, 2016 general

Sunday, 4 a.m. At first glance, it seemed that the Lightning had stopped the puck. Officials ruled that Patrick Marleau had crashed into Tampa Bay goaltender Ben Bishop. On further review, officials ruled that the puck had crossed the line. Still, it was no goal because of Marleau’s interference. But after another review, the San […]

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