Archive for October, 2005

Change the Quarterback? Not Yet.
October 25, 2005

One play. That’s all the Browns felt they needed to switch a 13-10 loss to Detroit into the left-handed column of the standings.
Is that the quarterback’s fault? Largely.
On Sunday, Trent Dilfer said he “played a stinker.” He was holding back. Statistically speaking, three interceptions and a 22.4 rating more than [...]

For Indians, More Pressing Matters Ahead
October 4, 2005

Ozzie Guillen was right. The White Sox manager, apparently hearing it on Sunday from Indians’ fans sitting above Jacobs Field’s visiting dugout, quickly wrapped both of his hands around his neck. His message was crass, but clear: The Indians choked.
While Guillen’s action was out of line, his message could not have been more [...]