Grandma Cooper Kupp
You know it’s fantasy season when Grandma Cooper Kupp rings me up for her yearly draft board. Who’s that? Susan from Connecticut. She and her husband run a 10-team league with their kids and grandkids. She nabbed Cooper in ’21 when he dropped 1,947 yards and 16 TDs and walked away with the title. I gave her the nickname. They’re die-hard Browns fans, but let’s just say they’re not thrilled with the QB room, and they don’t love that Arch Manning might stick around UT (Hook ’Em) for another two years. Not big on the “Dude Wipes” helmet either.
So, let’s start in Cleveland (or technically Brook Park)…
Dreams Turned Nightmare
The Browns’ dream of a shiny new domed stadium just hit turbulence. The Ohio DOT denied their permit because the design is 58 feet too tall and could interfere with flight paths at Cleveland Hopkins Airport. Guess it’s time to grease some politicians.
Barry Who?
Shedeur Sanders sat out this week with an oblique injury, but that wasn’t the only Sanders story. On ESPN’s First Take, comedian Druski wore a Honolulu blue # 20 “Sanders” jersey. Host Monica McNutt thought it was Shedeur’s. Nope, Barry Sanders. Awkward pause, quick correction, and the internet laughed.
Calling It Quits
Megadeth says they’re done after one last album and a two-year tour. But c’mon, this is rock & roll, expect a “farewell” comeback when they need money. Peace Sells… But Who’s Buying? Everyone, Dave. Everyone.
Ram Tough
The Rams just locked up Kyren Williams: 3 years, $33 million, $15 million guaranteed. Back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and double-digit TDs will do that.
Strictly Business
Back in my day, guys held out. Now they “hold in.” Bills RB James Cook showed up but wouldn’t practice, citing “business.” After a 1,100-yard, 16-TD season, the Bills caved. 4 years, $48 million with $30 million guaranteed. Smart move if Josh Allen whispered in management’s ear.
Legends Gone
RIP Chuck Connors (The Rifleman) and Robert Blake (Baretta).
Fun fact: Chuck once played for the Celtics and was the first guy to break a backboard, then played MLB with the Dodgers and Cubs. Dude was a baller before he was a cowboy.
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