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The Cardinals, Really?!?
Let’s not forget that there are Arizona fans out there really enjoying themselves.  Like really.

Here’s a great write up from The Daily Courier

Pittsburgh Headed For Warmer Pastures
With a win in two weeks, the Steelers can become the most most decorated franchise in the history.  49er fans everywhere just cringed.

Check out this commentary from The Herald Standard

Inauguration & Sports 
I’m usually not a Jeremy Schaap fan, but he did a great job on this Outside The Lines segment.

Make sure you read the AP story below the video

Reilly On Beer Pong
It’s exactly what it sounds like.

Check out this ESPN Mag story