What should Tom Brady do with his now returned jersey?
By Mark Carman
The search is over. Tom Brady’s jersey has been located somewhat miraculously in Mexico after an exhaustive search. The question now becomes what will Brady do with a jersey that is probably worth close to one million dollars? Will Tom terrific package it with his now also recovered Super Bowl 49 jersey in a two-for-one price special? So many options for arguably the greatest quarterback of all-time.
The Sweet 16 is here, minus Northwestern, who did not get the benefit of a referee, any referee, properly doing their high profile, difficult job. Should instant replay in a more expanded version come to college basketball? With defending champion Villanova out, it feels like anyone could take the 2017 crown. Kansas looks especially strong.
NBA players resting is making the rounds again. How can extremely well-paid athletes ever get tired playing the game they love so much? Time to pause and realize that the goal of each NBA season, for the elite, is to win the NBA championship. Other than regular season TV ratings and having disappointed fans in not seeing the star they paid to see, what is the problem?
Players taking care of their bodies so they can be their best when it is all on the line should be applauded as long as they are doing the work to get them there along the way. Last time I checked, LeBron James was shooting a fadeaway, doing yoga, headed to a cold chamber, sleeping tons and not getting in trouble off the court so the Cavs can win another title. If he needs a break, let him take one.
The NBA MVP race is coming down to the wire. Russell Westbrook is right there, James Harden seems to be the favorite and then there is that LeBron guy who probably deserves it if you believe the games best player should get the award.
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