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Oct 11 2011

Daily Noontime – October 11, 2011

Well, the NBA season has kicked-off with a bang - canceled games!

Happy Tuesday and welcome into yet another amazing edition of the Daily Noontime! Here’s the best stories and news of the day! 

Headlines: 

* It’s official - the NBA has cancelled their first two weeks of the season, and it’s possible more games won’t occur this season too.

* For the first time since 1956, the Detroit Lions are 5-0, as they defeated the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football, 24-13.

* After Monday’s game against the Lions, ESPNChicago.com’s Michael Wilbon explained in his recent article - the Bears need to get things together before it’s too late.

* According to sources, Houston Texans linebacker Mario Williams is out for the rest of the season after he tore a pectoral muscle against Oakland this past Sunday.

* The St. Louis Cardinals picked up their first win against the Milwaukee Brewers, and tied the National League Championship Series, 1-1.

* Nelson Cruz hit a grand slam in the 11th inning on Monday, and helped the Texas Rangers defeat the Detroit Tigers in Game Two of the American League Championship Series, 7-3.

Games to Watch:

* Florida at Pittsburgh (NHL) – 7:30pm eastern 

* Minnesota at Ottawa (NHL) – 7:30pm eastern 

* Texas at Detroit (MLB Playoffs – ALCS) – 8:05pm eastern  

Video of the Day: 

In case you missed it – here’s Cruz’s grand slam on Monday! 

Sep 21 2011

NFL Week Three – News and Notes

Why did Jay Cutler admit that he might not last the entire season? Does anyone have an answer?

By NoontimeSports.com 

It’s the middle of the week, as well as Wednesday, which means it’s time to unveil another edition of the “NFL – News and Notes” post. Here’s some of the latest news from around the league.

* According to various reports on Wednesday, Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler admitted that he might not be able to finis the season, especially if his offensive line doesn’t protect him. Yet, as of recently, ESPNChicago is reporting that offensive coordinator Mike Martz‘s system would be the downfall for the gunslinger.

* For the second week in a row, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady earned the AFC Player of the Week Award, however, the humbling signal caller told the media that it’s his offense, which has helped him enjoy two weeks of great success.

* According to NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks, he believes that Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has been awesome, yet still has a lot to learn, especially as a rookie this season.

* It’s not certain, but it seems that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick could play against the New York Giants on Sunday. However, does that seem like the right move for the Eagles?

* Chicago Bears running back Matt Forte admitted to the media recently that he thinks his team and organization doesn’t consider him an “elite” player.