The Roundup: DeSean Jackson is a Good Guy, Bob Griese Retires & Ohio State Wins Again
By Jason McIntyre
Announcer Bob Griese is retiring after 29 years. [ESPN]
DeSean Jackson gives his jersey – and autographs it – to a kid who got bullied. The video may make you cry. [Philly Inquirer]
Gene Weingarten does the damn thing on Daniel Snyder. [WP]
These are the two best pieces I’ve read on the Mets debacle this week. [Full Count Pitch, NYT]
Ohio State 62, Michigan 53. The Buckeyes still haven’t lost. [Plain Dealer]
Rich Rod talks about all the “drama” he had to deal with at Michigan. [CBS Sports]
Commenter St. Bear writes about Rugby, previewing the 6 Nations Championship tournament. [The I in Team]
Here’s a surprise: Oregon State 68, Washington 56. Another unimpressive year in the Pac-10. [Seattle Times]
Todd Haley’s so difficult to get along with, the Chiefs had to promote their offensive line coach to offensive coordinator. [Star]
So is Isiah Thomas still the Pac-10 Player of the Year? [SI]
If you read this column from Mike Lupica, you’ll understand this shot at him by Mike Vaccaro: “I wish I had a lapdog as fiercely (and blindly) loyal to me as the Wilpons have in a certain other columnist across town. [NY Post]
JR Smith is like Monta Ellis, but a better dunker.
Maria Menounos and Brooklyn Decker playing pool. Next week, they’ll play canasta. And you’ll watch.
If you’d like to re-live Auburn’s signing day, here’s your chance!