Harp on Sports - The Bar

In "The Bar" we discussed the return of Major League Baseball and why the lockout was the best thing that could've happened to the sport.   We laid out the 2 year plan that needs to be in place for Mike White as Gators Basketball Coach.   We wrapped by looking at the QB Chaos that is taking place in the NFL and why the Panthers should pass on the proposed DeShaun Watson rumored deal...

In "The Bar" we looked at the state of New York closing in on a deal that will give the Bills and City of Buffalo $850 million towards a new stadium.  NY Gov Hochul is driving the ship on this one.  Shad Khan and Lenny Curry now need to lead on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to get a new Jags Stadium deal.  The Broncos are rumored to be offering multiple 1's and a 2nd for Aaron Rodge...

In "The Bar" we discussed the looming deadline for the MLB lockout and why "Five" simple moves at the end of this and can bring new and fans back before the season even starts.  We explored FIFA's 'slacktavism' when it comes to Russia and why three countries can change that.  We wrapped by looking at the new mini-series Winning Time and what sports figure could a...

In "The Bar" we examined the steps the sports world can take in response to Russian's invasion of Ukraine including the IOC completely banning Russian Athletes from the 2024 & 2026 Games along with FIFA instituting a ban on the World Cup.   With Aaron Rodgers reportedly wanting $50 million per season we looked at the Four teams that can afford him and still compete for the Super...

In "The Bar" we looked at the Jawaan Howard's and Greg Gard's altercation following Michigan's loss to Wisconsin.  If you are the B1G there is only one reaction you can have to this.   We discussed the Olympics and how their fate along with the Pro Sports All-Star games seem to be linked.  We wrapped by talking about the potential NFL combine boycott and why this one makes...

 In "The Bar" we looked at the Bucs potential pursuit of Russell Wilson and why they need to go all in.   Matt Stafford's career arc should be a strong example to all veterans in the NFL.  Don't Wait.   We wrapped by examining the latest lockout back and forth with MLB and the Players Union and why the sport has started the necessary steps to build itself for the future.

In "The Bar" we discussed Tony Boselli's 16 year wait ending as he is finally elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.  Canton had a plan this year.   We looked at Antonio Brown's suggestion that Kanye West buy the Denver Broncos.  That'll never happen but Brown is onto something.  We wrapped by looking at the Rams vs Bengals in Super Bowl LVI and why it'll be comp...

 In "The Bar"  we discuss the NFL's Minority Head Coaching Misfires and how the Draft is the solution.    We looked at Baseball's decision to stop steroid testing and why it's not a huge deal at this time.  We also talked about American's lack of interest in the Winter Olympics and why Team USA doesn't matter to Americans anymore.

In "The Bar" we look at the Jaguars hire of Doug Pederson as their new head coach.  We discuss how he can really set the tone with his OC and DC hires.  The Brian Flores Saga has set the NFL ablaze and has opened up "tanking" as a concern.  We told you how the NFL and NBA can end tanking in the blink of an eye.  What's old is new again and why College Basketball is experie...

In "The Bar" we explored the idea of moving the FSU vs Florida game to Friday's not only this year but permanently.  We looked at the latest dunce caps being worn in Duuuval and if there is any way for Shad Khan to save face.  We wrapped by looking at college football's plan to address players faking injuries to slow down offenses.

 In "The Bar" we discussed the Jaguars plan to hire Byron Leftwich and moving away from Trent Baalke and brining in Adrian Wilson as GM.  Now what?   We dove into the Gators struggles in Men's Hoops and what Mike White needs to do right the ship.  We wrapped by looking at the B1G's plan to reduce its conference slate from nine to eight games

In "The Bar we looked back on the greatest Divisional Round in recent memory.   Josh Allen elevated his stature in a loss and Aaron Rodgers, well, did not.   The Overtime rules are front and center again.  There is actually a simple solution for this.  We wrapped by looking at why calling kickers "not real football players" is just bottom barrel rhetoric now.

In "The Bar" we examined the players that have the most to gain and most to lose in the NFL Divisional Round.  Four of the Five are QBs.   There is a petition circulating that is asking the NFL to move the Super Bowl from Sunday to Saturday.  We told you why this is just a bad idea from a business stand point.  Rays ownership was dealt a big blow when MLB nixed their dual city plan.  We...

In "The Bar" we looked at the NFL Post-Season and how college football can solve their player opt out problem and player compensation problem by paying attention to the NFL.   With rumors now heating up that Jake Paul and Mike Tyson may be closing in on a deal to fight we told you why this would be the biggest fight in since Mayweather vs Pacquiao. We wrapped by discussing Novak Djokovic...

In the Bar we laid out our Post-Season Predictions and what hour Super Bowl Hierarchy looks like.  Now that Georgia's 41 year drought is over we explored the next three teams that are now  due.  We wrapped by looking at misfire that the MLB Owners and PA have when it comes to priorities.

 In "The Bar" we discussed the CFB Playoff Title Game and why with another Championship Saban leaves little doubt he is the greatest coach ever, in any sport. We looked back on our NFL Pre-Season predictions and glanced ahead to the post-season.  We also ranked the potential NFL Head Coaching openings.

In "The Bar" we discussed the CFB Playoff and how we now need to treat the SEC as a monopoly.  It's time to cut five scholarships per CFB Program.  We looked at the Antonio Brown spectacle and why it more frightening than scary and we wrapped by looking at the Jaguars as the franchise hits rock bottom.  

In "The Bar" we dove into the College Football Playoff and explained why both games will be competitive.  We dove into the Pro Football Hall of Fame finalists and why a log jam at WR and on the D-Line may keep Tony Boselli out again.  We wrapped by looking at John Madden's life and legacy as a Holy Trinity of Football for three generations.

In "The Bar" we looked at the decision to replace A&M with a 5-7 Rutgers team in the Gator Bowl and why the Coastal Carolina or Louisiana should've had the first crack at it.  We also discussed what moves college hoops needs to make to avoid mass game cancellations in thru January.  We wrapped by looking at potential Baker Mayfield for DeShaun Watson trade

In "The Bar" we looked at the Jags post-Urban Meyer and why only two players currently on the roster are worthy of building around.   With the NFL regular season winding down we laid out the post-season possibilities and the the four players that can win MVP.  We ended by looking at Jake Paul's latest knockout and why the best thing for boxing is that he just keeps winning.  

 In "The Bar" we looked at Urban Meyer being let go as Jaguars head coach.  There is one HC candidate that should get the first phone call and it's not Byron Leftwich.   Where does Urban Meyer go from here?  It may take a year or two but we gave you three potential college destinations for the three time national champion.  We wrapped by looking at Emory Jones decision to enter the...

In "The Bar" we looked at educators at Miami who are upset with Mario Cristobal's new $80 million deal to coach the football team.  Why the don't "get it".   Shad Khan has said Urban Meyer will remains Jaguars Head Coach.  Why we should believe him.    And my trip to NY for the Army vs Navy game with my dad this past weekend proves why this game has no equal.

In "The Bar" we discussed the Urban Meyer Mess and why the reality is he isn't going anywhere.   We looked at the Miami Hurricane Mess and why they treated Manny Diaz like a cheating spouse who had a new side piece and we wrapped by looking at the Napier New Reality in Gainesville.

In "The Bar" we looked at what an 8 and 12 team playoff field for College Football would've looked like following Sunday's selection show.  We explained  why the larger versions just cause more problems.   We also took a deep dive inside Billy Napier's introductory press conference and why his culture of patience will test Gators fans early.  We wrapped by looking  at the...

In "The Bar" we looked at College Football as we are now at crossroads between coaches, big money and loyalty to players.  We laid out our predictions for the CFB Playoff and why Notre Dame will find their way in.  We wrapped by looking at the MLB lockout and some changes that have to take place.