Why the Eagles Suck and Why It Doesn’t Matter
Sometimes I wish the Eagles didn’t win the fucking Super Bowl. I don’t mean to sound ungrateful, but as ITB’s marquee Eagles fan, I can tell you that the panic button and I have had an extremely abusive relationship this year. As many Philadelphians and longtime Birds fans can also attest to, the 2018-19 NFL season is unfortunately bringing with it pain that is all … Continue reading Why the Eagles Suck and Why It Doesn’t Matter
Markelle Fultz and the Motorcycle Accident
A old rumor has been brought back up by Brandon Robinson on Twitter, claiming that apparently Markelle Fultz suffered a shoulder injury in a motorcycle accident prior to the 2017 NBA Draft. The injury was covered up and never discussed with the public. Fultz had a motorcycle accident a couple of years ago, I’m told by someone in the know. I discussed that and more … Continue reading Markelle Fultz and the Motorcycle Accident
Hue Jackson Has a Job Again
The Cincinnati Bengals have hired Hue Jackson as Special Assistant to the Head Coach. With Marvin Lewis and now Hue Jackson at the helm, the Bengals are the most impressively unimpressive organization in sports. They really are. Since Marvin Lewis was brought on as head coach in 2003, the franchise has won 130 games, and made the playoffs 7 times. These are arguably the most … Continue reading Hue Jackson Has a Job Again
This Duke Team Could Beat the Phoenix Suns
If you don’t think the Duke Blue Devils could beat the Phoenix Suns this year, you’re just dumb. Forget the ACC, forget the NCAA Tournament–Duke already has those in the bag. Sorry for the rest of the teams competing for a shot to cut down the nets, but this season is already over. I know what I said in my College Basketball Preview. Hand up, … Continue reading This Duke Team Could Beat the Phoenix Suns
Zach Smith’s Twitter Tirade Targeting Tom Herman
In a football weekend full of surprises, none came further out of left field than the Twitter ramblings of @CoachZachSmith: How do @CoachTomHerman and @belletjh feelin after their horrendously underperforming season? Better question – How does she feel about her husband being the biggest shitbag in America!! Doesn’t want to ruin her own life? Just like she told my ex.. I’m done being quiet MICHELLE … Continue reading Zach Smith’s Twitter Tirade Targeting Tom Herman
As a Boston Fan, Jimmy Butler in Philly Terrifies and Excites Me
I want to take a second to thank my roommate Brian for informing me of this trade, and Absolut Vodka for giving me the courage to write this piece. Now, my thoughts: Well, fuck. I know I might be overreacting, but what a move for Philly. I have a different point of view of Philly sports than most Boston fans, as I kind of respect … Continue reading As a Boston Fan, Jimmy Butler in Philly Terrifies and Excites Me
John Wall is the Annoying Girlfriend in Washington’s Toxic Relationship
As many of us have experienced in our lifetimes, love and relationships can go from great to bad very quickly. One minute you are daydreaming during class about your future children, your golden retriever, and your white Range Rover and the next, you are blocking them on all social media and making a “Fuck You” playlist on Spotify. There are clear and distinct ups and … Continue reading John Wall is the Annoying Girlfriend in Washington’s Toxic Relationship
Vince Staples – FM! Track-By-Track Review
Vince Staples’ third studio album hit wavelengths last Friday, vying for the top spot amid a myriad of other rap releases; most notably, Metro Boomin’s Not All Heroes Wear Capes, Takeoff’s The Last Rocket, and Action Bronson’s White Bronco, among others. The Long Beach native not only eclipsed Friday’s competing releases, but also notched his 22-minute project atop a short list of the late 2010s’ best hip-hop concept albums. FM! is an auditory … Continue reading Vince Staples – FM! Track-By-Track Review
MLB Awards Picks
Now that the Fall Classic is over and baseball is unfortunately gone from my life until April, it is time for me to reflect on the season, and pick my award winners before watching Orioles highlights from the ’60s and ‘70s. I also want to clarify that I am purely picking based off of what I know and what I saw this season, and not … Continue reading MLB Awards Picks
ITB Staff Picks: NFL Week 10
Last Week’s Records: Nick: 9-5 | Ryan: 11-3 | Keegan: 10-4 | Dominic: 12-2 | Matt: 12-2 Overall Records: Nick: 19-9 | Ryan: 23-5 | Keegan: 20-8 | Dominic: 21-7 | Matt: 20-8 Carolina @ Pittsburgh Nick: Steelers Carolina’s only road win this year came against an Eagles defense that looked like they were uninterested in winning the football game. The Panthers are undoubtedly good, but not win-their-fourth-game-in-a-row-that-also-happens-to-be-away-and-against-Pittsburgh good. Ryan: Steelers I like Pittsburgh at home in this matchup. Carolina is undefeated at … Continue reading ITB Staff Picks: NFL Week 10
2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Preseason Top Ten: Teams 5 – 1
With the opening night of College basketball fast approaching on November 6, it is now time to regroup and figure out who the best teams in the country will be this season. With investigations, one-and-dones, and transfers running rampant in the current landscape of college basketball, last season’s successes and failures do not guarantee similar results this year. The only real consistencies in this league … Continue reading 2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Preseason Top Ten: Teams 5 – 1
The NHL is Back and I Can’t Contain Myself
Oh, it’s the most wonderful time of the year! Playoff baseball, NFL games are starting to matter, the NBA has kicked off, and best of all, hockey. The NHL is going to be so much fun to watch this year that I truly have no idea where to start. Let’s just jump right in. Toronto’s offense is absolutely unstoppable, and games like Pittsburgh-Edmonton are just … Continue reading The NHL is Back and I Can’t Contain Myself
ITB Staff Picks: NFL Week 8
Last Week’s Records: Nick: 10-4 | Ryan: 12-2 | Keegan: 10-4 | Dominic: 9-5 | Matt: 8-6 Overall Records: Nick: 10-4 | Ryan: 12-2 | Keegan: 10-4 | Dominic: 9-5 | Matt: 8-6 Miami @ Houston Nick: Texans Last week I said that Blake Bortles would fare better against J.J. Watt than DeSean Watson would against the top Jags’ defense. I will not make that mistake twice, especially when substituting Watson for Brock Osweiller. Ryan: Texans Miami started hot, and now they stink … Continue reading ITB Staff Picks: NFL Week 8
NFL Survivor Pool Picks: Week 8
Last Week’s Record: Locks: 1 – 0 | Gambles: 1 – 0 Overall Record: Locks: 1 – 0 | Gambles: 1 – 0 The NFL season is perhaps the best time of the year to make money off of your friends. Fantasy football is the predominant method of laid-back pseudo-gambling amongst fans, but it can also be beyond frustrating at points. No matter how well you know … Continue reading NFL Survivor Pool Picks: Week 8
2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Preseason Top Ten: Teams 10 – 6
With the opening night of College basketball fast approaching on November 6, it is now time to regroup and figure out who the best teams in the country will be this season. With investigations, one-and-dones, and transfers running rampant in the current landscape of college basketball, last season’s successes and failures do not guarantee similar results this year. The only real consistencies in this league … Continue reading 2018-19 NCAA Men’s Basketball Preseason Top Ten: Teams 10 – 6
In The Books 