A former Ohio high school football coach and current right-wing minister is hot under the collar after he believes he was subjected to watch an excessively lascivious Super Bowl LIV halftime show, courtesy of J-Lo and Shakira. Dave Daubenmire, the …
A former Ohio high school football coach and current right-wing minister is hot under the collar after he believes he was subjected to watch an excessively lascivious Super Bowl LIV halftime show, courtesy of J-Lo and Shakira.
“I think we ought to sue,” he said. “Would that halftime show, would that have been rated PG? Were there any warnings that your 12-year-old son – whose hormones are just starting to operate – was there any warning that what he was going to see might cause him to get sexually excited?” He also asked: “Could I go into a courtroom and say, ‘viewing what you put on that screen put me in danger of hellfire?”
The controversial evangelist thinks a settlement of $867 trillion would be fair compensation for the “crotch shots” viewers were forced to watch.
You can watch the entire rant below:
In an interview with Newsweek Friday, Daubenmire clarified his comments:
“My position is not about my own salvation; my salvation is secure. I’m not gonna lose my salvation for watching a clip at the Super Bowl,” he added. “Parents have the right to know pornography is coming into their home.”
Daubenmire told Newsweek his fight is for parental rights to keep pornography out of the minds of children. “Soft pornography was pumped into homes of God-fearing people without the approval of their parents. That’s my point.”
On the podcast, Daubenmire said the halftime performance was filled with unsolicited “crotch shots” from Lopez and Shakira. He later explained to Newsweek that if the NFL wanted to do that, they have should have warned their viewers beforehand.
“If the NFL wants to have crotch shots at halftime, put up a warning ‘May not be suitable for young children,'” he said.
In all fairness, most people agree the halftime show was a bit risque — what did you expect from a Super Bowl played in President Trump’s beloved Florida? — but couldn’t have just changed the channel or turned off the TV?
National Football League teams will no longer need to “Fear the Beard.”‘ NFL defensive back Eric Weddle, a sure-fire future Hall of Famer, enjoyed a “great run” (his words, see below) during a 13-year career during which he was named All-Pro five …
National Football League teams will no longer need to “Fear the Beard.”‘
NFL defensive back Eric Weddle, a sure-fire future Hall of Famer, enjoyed a “great run” (his words, see below) during a 13-year career during which he was named All-Pro five times and played in six Pro Bowls.
For his career he had: 1,178 tackles, 99 passes defended, 29 interceptions, 9.5 sacks, eight forced fumbles, seven recoveries and scored five touchdowns in 201 regular-season games. He also added an interception and two quarterback takedowns in nine postseason games.
Jersey exchanges between pro athletes have been all the rage the last few years and after the Chiefs’ win over the Niners on Super Bowl Sunday, two talented undrafted running backs showed their respect with a cool swap. “Don’t let this be the end of …
Jersey exchanges between pro athletes have been all the rage the last few years and after the Chiefs’ win over the Niners on Super Bowl Sunday, two talented undrafted running backs showed their respect with a cool swap.
Williams had 133 total yards and two touchdowns in the Chiefs’ 31-20 comeback win.
Then Williams appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and Kimmel reminded Williams that of the two “yours is worth a lot more than the jersey he gave you.”
Williams replied: “That’s funny you say that, because my mom was like, ‘Where’s your jersey at?'”
Contemplated putting this on eBay 😂 but this belongs to YOU and yours! You did your thing. Hand this down for generations! PROUD OF YOU BRO! Much love. #undraftedRBs@TooLoose26pic.twitter.com/RL4oIgtQhr
Earlier in the day, Mostert had indicated he’d be willing to return the jersey to Williams.
“If he calls me back and he’s like, ‘Hey, can we swap jerseys back?’ then I’m more than happy to,” he said, according to The Athletic. “Because I know the sentimental value it has to him.”
And his mother.
A nice, non-Seinfeldian regifting by Mister Mostert.
There are many ways to celebrate and enjoy a Super Bowl victory. Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi has tackled one of his serious concerns: What to do with 100 dogs at KC Pet Project that need to be adopted. To make it more likely …
There are many ways to celebrate and enjoy a Super Bowl victory. Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Derrick Nnadi has tackled one of his serious concerns: What to do with 100 dogs at KC Pet Project that need to be adopted. To make it more likely that prospective owners who want a dog but perhaps worry about the adoption fees, well, he’s waived those. In the sense (and cents), that’s paid off all of the adoption costs.
I was tempted to say, Good, boy! But, honestly, good on ya man. A strong generous (the average adoption fee for each dog is $150). Hopefully, more fellas follow his example.
As Nnadi told CNN and the network reported:
“All my life I always wanted a dog,” Nnadi told CNN. “Growing up I didn’t have a pet, my parents didn’t really allow pets.”
But going into his senior year of college, Nnadi got his first dog, Rocky. And the love between them inspired him to help other animals.
“When I first got him, he was very timid,” Nnadi said. “It made me think of how other animals, whether they’re owned or in a shelter, are feeling scared and alone.”
To learn more about the KC Pet Project — which Tori Fugate leads as the chief (how appropriate) communications officer and who offers profuse praise of Nnadi — go here.
After leading the Chiefs to their wild win over the Niners in Super Bowl LIV, Patrick Mahomes became the youngest quarterback in Super Bowl history to win SB MVP. Cowboys Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, who also won the regular-season MVP award and was …
After leading the Chiefs to their wild win over the Niners in Super Bowl LIV, Patrick Mahomes became the youngest quarterback in Super Bowl history to win SB MVP. Cowboys Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, who also won the regular-season MVP award and was named the MVP (at 24 years, 233 days) of Super Bowl XXVIII in 1994.
The NFL MVP is the third-youngest player to win the Super Bowl MVP, behind just Marcus Allen (23 years, 301 days, Super Bowl XVIII in 1984) and Lynn Swann (23 years, 315 days, Super Bowl X in 1976).
Wise beyond his years, clearly, this seems like a prophetic tweet, from 2013, about what he was dreaming about:
I bet it feels amazing to be the quarterback who says "I'm going to Disney World" after winning the Super Bowl #Qbs
Usually, nobody fully knows what a high-school kid might do or become or how much he or she will succeed. Usually. But one of Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes’ classmates at Whitehouse High School in Whitehouse, Texas, had a hunch back in 2014 and …
Usually, nobody fully knows what a high-school kid might do or become or how much he or she will succeed.
Usually.
But one of Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes’ classmates at Whitehouse High School in Whitehouse, Texas, had a hunch back in 2014 and must have recognized Mahomes’ unusual talent.
That’s all. Just sayin’. Maybe you should be an NFL scout, Spencer.
Kansas City sits atop Touchdown Wire’s final 2019-20 Power Rankings, but coaching moves spur movement up and down our postseason list.
When we compiled the last Touchdown Wire Power Rankings of the regular season, we based them strictly on how teams fared in the 2019 season. That’s a tried and true formula and a fair way to judge how a team performed in that season.
Now, we’re going to take a slightly different approach. That’s because there already have been a lot of changes this offseason — coaching changes, changes at the top of the quarterback hierarchy and plenty of speculation about potentially significant player movement when the league year starts in March.
That’s why we’re taking a different approach to our postseason rankings. Yes, what a team did during the season will play heavily, but changes in 2020 also matter.
For example, the Washington Redskins were No. 31 in our rankings at the end of the regular season. But they’re moving up with the arrival of coach Ron Rivera, who will bring a sense of order that was previously lacking.
Now, that the Super Bowl has been played, it’s time for the final Touchdown Wire Power Rankings for the 2019-20 season.
32. Cincinnati Bengals
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(2-14; Previous rank: 32)
The Bengals were consistently dismal all season, and that’s why they’re holding onto the No. 32 spot. Head coach Zac Taylor is lucky to be returning for a second season, but owner Mike Brown has been unusually patient through the years. Maybe that patience will pay off this time. The Bengals get a great reward for being so bad. They earned the first pick in the draft, and it’s almost universally believed they’ll use it on LSU quarterback Joe Burrow, the 2019 Heisman Trophy winner. Burrow might make a big difference right away. But he needs help. The offensive line needs an overhaul, and it’s imperative that the team re-signs receiver A.J. Green, who can make Burrow look good in a hurry.
31. Carolina Panthers
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(5-11; Previous rank: 26)
We dropped the Panthers to No. 31 because they’ve had so many changes. And none of them are clearly for the better. Owner David Tepper continues to put his stamp on the team, and things are likely to get worse before they get better. Tepper fired coach Ron Rivera late last season. Rivera is highly respected around the league. Tepper replaced him with Matt Rhule, who has a reputation as a program builder on the college level but has never been an NFL head coach. Throw in Luke Kuechly’s surprise retirement and the parting of ways with tight end Greg Olsen, and the roster is worse today than at the end of the season. Plus, there’s no telling what the Panthers will do with injury-plagued quarterback Cam Newton.
30. Detroit Lions
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(3-12-1; Previous rank: 30)
Head coach Matt Patricia and general manager Bob Quinn held onto their jobs despite a disastrous season. The only reason I can see for that is that owner Martha Ford gave Patricia a pass because he played much of the season without quarterback Matthew Stafford. The veteran Stafford isn’t a world beater, but he puts up stats and keeps the Lions competitive. Stafford’s return will help the Lions, but Patricia and Quinn have to go out and acquire more talent if they’re going to contend for a playoff spot. If they don’t, they’ll be gone.
29. New York Giants
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(4-12. Previous rank: 28)
Head coach Pat Shurmur was fired, and that’s not a bad thing. But he was replaced by Joe Judge. That likely prompted many New York fans to say, “Joe Who?” because Judge wasn’t a household name. Judge was the special teams and wide receivers coach for the Patriots. His New England pedigree undoubtedly helped him land the job. But this is a tough gig. Shurmur and predecessor Ben McAdoo failed miserably. Judge doesn’t have a lot to work with besides quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Saquon Barkley.
28. Jacksonville Jaguars
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(6-10. Previous rank: 29)
The Jaguars move up one spot in our rankings — mainly because they kept coach Doug Marrone but got rid of executive vice president of football operations Tom Coughlin. That should take pressure off Marrone, because Coughlin was a control freak and loomed over every move the coach made. Now this truly is Marrone’s team. His first big decision will be whether to start veteran quarterback Nick Foles or second-year pro Gardner Minshew. Neither is a bad choice.
27. Washington Redskins
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(3-13. Previous rank: 31)
Washington scooped up former Carolina coach Ron Rivera to replace the fired Jay Gruden and interim replacement Bill Callahan. That was the best coaching hire of the postseason. Now, the Redskins have an adult running the show. Rivera, a former linebacker for the Chicago Bears, is known as a players’ coach. That’s only partly true. He also is a no-nonsense coach, who is firmly in control of his team. His specialty is defense, but his first task in Washington will be to find out if the Redskins can win with second-year quarterback Dwayne Haskins.
26. Miami Dolphins
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(5-11. Previous rank: 27)
Remember all the early talk last year about how the Dolphins were tanking and could go 0-16. That looked like a possibility for a bit. But coach Brian Flores held his team together, and the Dolphins started winning games, including the season finale at New England. They took themselves out of contention for the No. 1 overall draft pick. But they still could land their quarterback of the future with the fifth overall pick — perhaps Alabama’s Tua Tagovailoa or Oregon’s Justin Herbert. In the meantime, veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick will be around to guide the offense until a replacement is deemed ready for action.
25. Los Angeles Chargers
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(5-11. Previous rank: 25)
Next season will be one of change for the Chargers. They’ll be moving into a new stadium they’ll share with the Rams. More importantly, they should have a new look on the field. Veteran quarterback Philip Rivers is almost certainly done after 16 seasons with the franchise. That has fueled wild speculation that New England quarterback Tom Brady could be coming to the Chargers. There’s some logic to this one. Brady has said he’s open to playing for another team. He owns a home in Los Angeles. The Chargers need wins. They also need help at the box office. There might not be a bigger drawing card than Brady. Maybe this is a pipe dream, but it’s not an impossibility.
Right after Super Bowl LIV came down, confetti featuring Twitter messages from Chiefs fans made the moment unique.
After the Kansas City Chiefs’ improbable Super Bowl LIV victory over the San Francisco 49ers Sunday, their victory included fortune-cookie-like ribbons of paper with various tweets from Chiefs fans. That’s fun, cool and unprecdented.
Midway through the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LVI, when the Niners were up 20-10 over the Chiefs, and when the San Francisco 49ers looked like they were on their way to winning their sixth Super Bowl title, it didn’t seem to matter that many were …
Midway through the fourth quarter of Super Bowl LVI, when the Niners were up 20-10 over the Chiefs, and when the San Francisco 49ers looked like they were on their way to winning their sixth Super Bowl title, it didn’t seem to matter that many were questioning Kyle Shanahan’s first-half thinking as he appeared to waste the last two minutes of the first half.
The Niners missed a chance to at least try to score and would have had the ball with about a minute and half left in the first half if he had used a timeout after the Kansas City Chiefs were forced to punt. After they got the ball, back the 49ers ran twice in a row before, finally, with 20 seconds on the clock, the Chiefs called a timeout.
Playing it safe against the comeback-capable Chiefs proved to be prophetic for some tweeters. Not saying it would have made the difference, but against KC you need to score as many points as you can, or at least try to, and the Chiefs’ 21-point fourth-quarter rally proved that.
