Because they have collectively bargained for their own shit treatment, and it was’t until 2009 that they managed to stop electing former players and instead found outside labor representation.

That was an interesting read, thanks for linking that.

I don’t agree with Taranto’s view of moderator neutrality, but this is disingenuous:

This is still more acceptable than every self-absorbed peckerhead who brings their “service dog” on a flight to help with “anxiety.”

Literally the first time I’ve seen it used to describe a black person.

You could at least h/t Andy Mitten.

Definitely representative of their musical style. I haven’t listened to that album or anything newer, but I would say their older stuff tends to be driven a bit more by his vocals. Because Coheed is balls deep in its whole concept album/concept band/concept career... concept, some of their songs are nonsensical out of…

Didn’t take that long. They got one on the ensuing kickoff.

The maid manages the children’s labor.

Dude has averaged better than a goal every other game throughout his career, at big clubs and small, even when he wasn’t the featured striker. The misses might be frustrating, but his overall production isn’t misleading; Cavani has it.

acting in solidarity with San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s ongoing refusal to stand during the national anthem

If you imagine Wynalda is a GenX Starbucks manager and Bedoya is an underperforming Millennial barista, it makes a lot more sense.

This sucks... Everything I’ve ever read or heard about them as a couple is just so positive and nauseatingly cute. I don’t make a habit of making morality judgments about athletes (I assume they’ve all had a dead hooker in their trunk at some point), but I feel like they are two genuinely good people. I’m unsurprised…

“In my professional medical opinion, Maurice Clarett graduated high school 3 years ago, Your Honor.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“As previously reported, Johnny Football did come to my office this week, but I did not see him. By the way, we’re out of Vicodin.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“In my treatment of Mr. Lochte, I have found him to be an intelligent, charismatic, and thoughtful human being.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“Tyrone Prothro’s leg contusion is healing well and he is expected to return in time for the LSU game.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“Jahvid Best is taking a mental health day this week, but is expected to play this Sunday.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“I don’t understand the question. Plaxico has excellent aim.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor

“Joe Theisman has suffered a lower leg injury and is probable for next week’s game.” -Fred Taylor’s Doctor