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February 3, 2008
Who is the Super Bowl ad champ?
The Giants won the game, but who had the best commercial? Watch the ads here,then vote on your favorite.
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Watch and rate the Super Bowl ads
The Giants upset the Patriots, but who won the battle of the commercials? Watch them here, vote below and tell us whether you thought the commercials lived up to the hype.
Victoria’s Secret
Audi R8 ‘Godfather’ scene
Taco Bell fiesta platters
Coca-Cola politics
Coca-Cola parade floats
GoDaddy.com
Diet Pepsi Max - nodding
Pepsi - Justin Timberlake
Bud Light - flying
Bud Light - Will Farrell
Bud Light - Mencia’s language of love
Budweiser Clydesdales
Bud Light (wine and cheese)
Bud Light (breathing fire)
Sobe Life water “Thrillicious”
Toyota Corolla
Derek Jeter Gatorade
Dell Red
Cars.com (death match)
Cars.com witch doctor
Fed Ex (carrier pigeons)
Bridgestone (squirrel screaming)
Bridgestone (Richard Simmons and Alice Cooper)
Under Armour (futuristic)
Planter’s cashew perfume
Tide stain stick
E-Trade banking baby
E-Trade (baby again)
“You Don’t Mess With a Zohan” movie trailer
Careerbuilder.com firefly
Careerbuilder.com animated heart
Icebreakers (Carmen Electra)
“Leatherheads” movie trailer
“Wall-E” movie trailer
Amp Energy drink (jumper cables)
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January 24, 2008
What do you think? Is this a chupacabra?
Outdoors writer Mike Leggett received pictures of a strange creature found on a deer lease in Concho County. Do you think it could be the mythical chupacabra or “goat sucker” — or is it a raccoon with mange, as Leggett suspects.
Who are your preseason picks?
Kirk Bohls has released his preseason college football picks. Who are your picks?
December 20, 2007
Who deserves the Hootie?
Who do you think deserves top honors in this year’s Hootie Awards? Tell us and why and then cast your vote.
[an error occurred while processing this directive]December 17, 2007
How about them Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys lost to the Eagles Sunday, playing arguably their worst game of year. Tony Romo was a woeful 13-for-36 with zero touchdowns and three interceptions.
Is this a refrain of the past several years in which the Cowboys fade at the worst moment (the stretch run before the playoffs)? Or will they be all right?
What’s wrong with Tony Romo? Was it his hurt thumb? Jessica Simpson’s distracting appearance at Texas Stadium? Just a minor glitch in an otherwise-fantastic season?
December 11, 2007
How would you rank the bowls?
How would you rank the bowls? Share your list.
December 5, 2007
Who are your Heisman picks?
Three out of four American-Statesman sports staff writers cast their ballot for Arkansas running back Darren McFadden to win the Heisman.
Who would you pick?
November 30, 2007
What was your game-watching experience like?
Sports bars and restaurants across Central Texas were packed last night for the Cowboys-Packers games. Because the game wasn’t on Time Warner Cable, many fans had to seek out places that were carrying the game.
Some places were filled to capacity as early as 4:30 p.m. (for a 7:15 p.m. kickoff). Many fans had to drive around to several places until they found somewhere to watch the game (and traffic seemed to be unusually heavy). People who did get into places were packed in tightly. After the game, Cowboys and Packers fans were seen everywhere downtown.
What was your experience? Were you able to get a seat for the big game?
November 29, 2007
Where are you going to watch the Cowboys-Packers game?
Looking for a place to watch THE game?
The Dallas Cowboys and Green Bay Packers are playing one of the biggest games of the year at 7:15 Thursday in Dallas. Unfortunately for those in Central Texas who have Time Warner Cable, the game will not be on TV. The NFC matchup between the two 10-1 teams will be on the NFL Network, which Time Warner does not carry.
Check out this map to see places that will carry the game. You, the readers, have the power to help your fellow football fans. If you’re going to a restaurant or a sports bar, where are you going?
If your business is going to be playing the game, feel free to post details here, including the size of the TV the game will be on, what specials will be offered, etc. We’ll map your location for free!
November 23, 2007
Sanctions against Marion Jones
Do you think the sanctions against runner Marion Jones are reasonable?
October 7, 2007
What do you think about steroid testing of high school student-athletes?
Three days after champion sprinter Marion Jones admitted performance-enhancing drugs helped her win five medals at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, the University Interscholastic League said its random steroid testing program for high school athletes in Texas will begin in about three weeks.
What do you think about the testing?
June 19, 2007
Who are the best and worst dressed coaches in the NFL?
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell refuses to fully embrace perfectly reasonable requests from 49ers coach Mike Nolan and Jaguars coach Jack Del Rio to wear a coat and tie on the sidelines. He seems to prefer that his coaches dress like couch potatoes, so long as it is team-issued (i.e. Reebok-licensed).
Who do you think are the best-dressed and worst-dressed coaches in the NFL?
May 6, 2007
Clemens returns to Yankees
Roger Clemens, who will turn 45 in August, agreed to a $28 million, one-year contract that will start when he is added to the major league roster, most likely in three to four weeks. What do you think of his return to the Yankees?
February 25, 2007
Hall of fame
Tell us: Who do you think should be in the A-Z Hall of Fame?
February 20, 2007
Draft your own resolution honoring Vince Young
The Texas House of Representatives this morning honored Vince Young, the Houston product and former Longhorn quarterback who recently completed a rookie of the year season with the Tennessee Titans.
What would your resolution honoring Young say? (For tips, see the official resolution from the Texas House of Representatives below).
WHEREAS, Houston native Vince Young has been named the 2006 Associated Press NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year; and
WHEREAS, This prestigious award recognizes Vince Young as one of the most promising new players in the National Football League following his outstanding debut season as quarterback of the Tennessee Titans; and
WHEREAS, Refuting the conventional wisdom that it takes several years to develop into an effective pro quarterback, he became the Titans top signal caller in just the fourth game of his first season and quickly proved himself a top-rank player; this versatile athlete dazzled defenders with both his running and passing; he carried the ball for more than 500 yards on the year, becoming the first rookie quarterback to achieve that mark in the past 40 years, and took the ball into the end zone seven times; moreover, he racked up 2,199 passing yards and tallied another 12 touchdowns through the air; and
WHEREAS, Vince Young also demonstrated his superior abilities as a leader; the Titans were winless before he took over as the starting quarterback, but his competitive drive and stellar play turned Tennessee into a contender; the team posted an astounding record down the stretch, winning six of the final seven games and falling just short of a playoff berth; and
WHEREAS, The exceptional play of Vince Young is no surprise to Texans; in his three seasons at The University of Texas at Austin, he distinguished himself as one of the most talented collegiate players in the nation and led the Longhorns to the national championship with a victory in the Rose Bowl title game in January 2006; before enrolling at UT, he played for Houston’s James Madison High School, leading the Marlins to an impressive 14-1 season in his senior year and drawing scholarship offers from the top college football programs in the U.S.; and
WHEREAS, With his fine performance in his first professional season, Vince Young has burnished his reputation as a player of great skill and immense potential, and he is most deserving of special commendation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Vince Young for being named the 2006 Associated Press NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and extend to him best wishes for continued professional success; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Young as an expression of high regard from the Texas House of Representatives.
February 8, 2007
Is Phillips the right man for the Cowboys job?
Reports from the Dallas area say Wade Phillips is going to be named head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, perhaps as early as today. What do you think? Is Phillips going to lead the Cowboys in the right direction?
February 3, 2007
Rate the Super Bowl ads
What was your favorite 2007 Super Bowl commercial? Take a look at some of the highlights here, then comment and vote below.
Nationwide commercial with Kevin Federline
Budweiser auctioneer
Bud Light (slapping)
Bud Light (class Mencia)
Bud Light (rock-paper-scissors)
Budweiser Spot the dog
Budweiser King Crab
Budweiser JayZ vs. Don Shula
Bud Light gorillas
Bud Light hitchhikers
Doritos Live the flavor (car wreck)
Doritos Checkout girl
Doritos contest entries
It is the “YouTube” generation, after all. Frito-Lay asked people to submit their own Doritos commercials. Consumers then voted on their favorites. In the first half, the spot about the guy who got in a car wreck and the one about the grocery checkout girl both aired.
Garmin
Coca-Cola
Snapple
GM robot
E*Trade
Chevrolet
Chevrolet (car window washers)
Katelyn (Katie) Crabb of North Prairie, Wisc.., came up with the idea for this commercial as part of a class project through University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. Chevy is going to air it during the Super Bowl.
Pizza Hut (featuring Jessica Simpson)
H-E-B (featuring Emmitt Smith)
FedEx office personalities
FedEx Moon office
Snickers mechanics
Sprint (connectile dysfunction)
Footlocker/Adidas (the autograph)
Emerald nuts (boogeyman)
Taco Bell (Lions)
Revlon with Sheryl Crow
NFL (Hard to say goodbye)
Sierra Mist combover
Sierra Mist karate
Blockbuster mouse
GoDaddy.com’s commercial
Careerbuilder.com’s jungle/darts
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January 29, 2007
Who's the worst Super Bowl QB?
Chicago quarterback Rex Grossman has had his share of terrible moments, but is he the worst starting QB in Super Bowl history?
Tiger or Roger?
The debate as to whether Tiger Woods or Roger Federer is sports’ top kingpin is a lively one. There is no loser in this contest, but who do you think is better?
January 17, 2007
What are your college football preseason picks?
Sports columnist Kirk Bohls has made his preseason college football picks.
What’s your list?
January 9, 2007
Should Mark McGwire have been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame?
How Statesman columnists answer the question: Should Mark McGwire have been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame?
Cedric Golden: McGwire should not be inducted. His unwillingness to speak honestly during the congressional baseball hearings regarding steroid use left a bad taste. If they could create a steroid wing in Cooperstown, I would induct McGwire, Palmeiro and Sosa. And Barry Bonds would be in both Halls.
Kirk Bohls: Absolutely not. For one thing, the slugger was a one-dimensional player, and until he comes clean with what he put in his body, I’d say that baseball shouldn’t put him in the Hall of Fame.
Do you agree or disagree with Cedric Golden and Kirk Bohls? Share your thoughts.
December 31, 2006
Longhorns season
What do you think of the Longhorns’ season? What do you think the future holds?
November 13, 2006
How would you fix the Longhorns defense?
‘Texas still has severe problems in pass defense, kick coverage and short-yardage offense.
If you think the secondary is bad now, just wait till 2007 when it will line up without Aaron Ross, Michael Griffin and Tarell Brown. Now that’s “Ugly Betty” scary.
The reasons for Texas’ 45-42 loss to Kansas State can really be traced to two factors: Texas lost its two biggest sparkplugs. It lost quarterback Colt McCoy to injury. It lost cornerback Aaron Ross to ineffectiveness. ‘
How would you fix the Longhorns defense?
November 6, 2006
Who do you think deserves to go head-to-head for a shot at the national title?
Kirk Bohls writes:
“Deep down, I really think Texas has an excellent chance of reaching the championship game and would deserve it. But I also believe louisville merits the exact same consideration at this point, because it is a perfect 8-0.”
Do you agree? Who would you match up?
September 7, 2006
Are you a Buckeye fan living in Longhorn nation?
Are you a Longhorn living afar?
September 2, 2006
Godzillatron debut
What do you think of the ‘Godzillatron’? Was it too loud? Was there too much advertising?
August 26, 2006
High school football coaches' salaries
Football coaches in the state’s largest high schools generally earn significantly larger salaries than the state’s teachers do. What do you think?
August 23, 2006
UT sportsmanship
The University of Texas wants to stress good sportsmanship at Longhorns athletics events. To that end, UT administrators are urging fans to monitor their alcohol consumption; treat opposing teams, fans and spirit groups with respect; watch their language; tell ushers if they they see inappropriate behavior; and support their team enthusiastically. Do you think poor sportsmanship is an ongoing problem at UT sporting events? If so, will this campaign help? Do you think most UT fans will follow these guidelines at the Cotton Bowl on Oct. 7, when the Texas-OU game takes place? Please let us know what you think.
August 11, 2006
Reggie Bush-Vince Young clash
What do you think of the Vince Young-Reggie Bush clash?
August 2, 2006
Who do you think has the best chance at quarterback for OU?
Now that Rhett Bomar is out as the Sooner’s quarterback, who do you think has the best chance at leading OU?
July 27, 2006
Vince Young's big payday
Vince Young, the No. 3 overall pick out of Texas, agreed to a five-year deal, with an option for a sixth, with $25.7 million guaranteed and an overall value that could reach $58 million with option and roster bonuses and salary. Tell us what you think.
July 19, 2006
How do you think the Longhorns will do this season?
Preseason magazines have picked the Horns as the consensus No. 5 team. How would you rank them?
July 15, 2006
Baseball glove memories
For many kids, there’s nothing like getting that first baseball glove. Kirk Bohls says that for him, it was a rite of passage. Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan picked out his first baseball glove when he was 10, and he says it’s one of his most prized possessions. Do you remember getting your first glove? Tell us about your first glove or your favorite glove story.
July 1, 2006
Outdoor must-do's
What’s your top 10 must-do’s-in-the-outdoors list?
May 28, 2006
Free UT tickets for lawmakers
State and federal lawmakers received 1,962 free or discounted tickets to UT football games during the past five seasons. Should they be getting them?
April 19, 2006
There oughta be a law ...
The Legislature is back in town for another special session, and it seems to be off to a slow start. We can’t help with school finance reform, but we do have a few suggestions for sports-related laws that need to be enacted. How about a No Child Left to Sign Law, which would mandate that Mack Brown may recruit no players before sixth grade (unless they’re really, really good). Check out our list and then give us your sports-related “there ought to be a law” suggestions here.
March 16, 2006
Will T.O. be good fit for Dallas?
In Kirk Bohls’ column Thursday, he made a list of all the reasons the Dallas Cowboys should sign Terrell Owens, and all the reasons they shouldn’t sign him.
The result? Only one strike against him: He’s a first-class jerk. But, he’s the best receiver in the NFL and Jerry Jones should sign him.
What’s your take? Post your comments here.
