Stereotypical Steelers Fan At The Super Bowl

1. Backwards Steelers hat. Not only is this more intimidating, but Ben Roethlisberger wears his hats in this fashion, so it must be cool. (Ed. note: it isn't.)

2. Incredibly corny, yet timely novelty t-shirt. Alternate shirt for game day: “On the Road to Sixburgh”.

3. Duffle bag from a previous Super Bowl, thus letting everyone know that this ain’t his first rodeo.

4. Colored, reflective sunglasses protecting his eyes from giving any clues about his motives. Hint: They likely aren’t friendly. Or legal.

5. Gold chain, just to let you know that he’s got it like that.

6. Superman tat. Why in the world would this guy feel the need to have a Superman logo on this leg? Ask your mom, bro -- she knows why.

7. Bluetooth. Because one hand is reserved for a Terrible Towel and the other an IC Light.

8. Pencil-thin chinstrap. Much like how the male gorilla’s back hair is silver, this strap of facial hair is used to distinguish the male Steelers fan from the female. Despite this bit of brilliant evolution, there is still oftentimes confusion.

9. Steelers tat. This guy loves the Steelers for life and now NO ONE CAN DOUBT THIS!

10. Matching shorts and shoes. Because you gotta look good out there when you’re begging for autographs, am I right, ladies?

Thanks to Chris Mottram at the Sportingnews.com

GoDaddy is at it Again, an Early Look at Their Superbowl Ad

Shots at athletes, near boobage and my favorite, a woman who can drive.

Maybe I'll use GoDaddy.com one day. Until then, i'll do the research by watching more of their ads.


By: Jimmy Smith

More Hockey Fights

Its becoming a weekly segment here on FTSM. Hockey players who fight other hockey players, but this time, its a fight with a trainer... over a hat.

Ray Emery used to be in the NHL, now he is in the KHL hoping that his next check clears. If I were in the KHL scraping for cash, I would wear the damn sponsor's hat and maybe even tattoo myself.

By: Jimmy Smith

Transitive Property: Crowning a New Champ of College Football

OSU is your new 2008 National Champion.

Here's how:


But wait, so is Michigan.

Here's how:


Go HERE and plug in your school to make the season worth it.

NOW WATCH THIS. One Day OHIO, One day.


By: Jimmy Smith

Wunder Boner Gone Wrong

Previously on FTSM we featured the Wunder Boner:


But here is what happens when it all goes wrong.


By: Jimmy Smith

Fiesta Bowl Fallout

I guess I don't have a grasp of the Internet. I missed this for almost a month. But crying Ohio State fans can only hide for so long.

As per the lacrosse post.

CAUSE


EFFECT


BEST QUOTE... REMEMBER
"HE WAS ALREADY DOWN."

By: Jimmy Smith

Do Not Hug This Man

By: Jimmy Smith

Finally Someone Signed Barry Bonds

Send us an image:
forthesportsminded@gmail.com

By: Jimmy Smith

Cause--> Effect of a Lacrosse Fight

CAUSE


EFFECT


"I remember when I had my first beer."
— Brennan Huff
By: Jimmy Smith

Self Proclaimed Sportscaster of the Year

By: Jimmy Smith

NFL Week Playoffs Conference Championships Pick 'em

If Only Browns Fans... If Only

LeBron was a high school football star. Now State Farm is showing Cleveland Browns fans a little what if.
And luckily be was supporting a Cleveland team and was not in a Cowboys jersey.

Your move Bo Jackson.



By: Jimmy Smith

I'll Be Honest... I Never Made It Past The First Three Seconds Of This

Probably because it takes light years to load (sorry). But I thought it would be FTSM (ForTheSportsMinded) worthy. Girl + Hockey = WORTHY

Now off to watch all of it.

UPDATE: Upon further review, that is April Rose, the winner of Maxim's 2008 Hometown Hottie. At least I think...

By: Jimmy Smith

Basketball Video of The Day Number Two: Lebron Dominates People Who Write About How Men Should Dress

Lebron took on some staff from GQ during his interview and photo shoot for the newest issue. I guess the original idea was to play 5 on 1, but the idea of LeBron dunking on all of them every time must not have appealed to James, so they instead played 3 on 3.

Its like that Taco Bell commercial of work league basketball and Darryl Dawkins and Vlade Divac.


By: Jimmy Smith

Basketball Video of The Day Number One: Kobe Upon A Horse Selling Insurance

Ankle insurance, now officially your biggest worry.

And why is he on a horse?

Can he jump over the horse like this...?


By: Jimmy Smith

Hockey Fights... Day is Complete

I like hockey, I like streetfights. Therefore, using the transitive property (thank you what ever class I learned that from!) I like hockey streetfights.


This scrap took place in December and the video just made its way around. It is a bout between the Corpus Christi Ice Rays and the Bossier-Shreveport Mudbugs of the Central Hockey League.

The goalie gets railed and then the goalie picks himself up and uses his stick the way it was meant to be used, in a hard slashing motion into the sternum of the perpetrator.

It features a goalie fight, everyones favorite. But the goalies "fight" looks more like that middle school dance you went to with your equally unpopular neighbor.

The best part is the announcer who is the most excited of all. Could be be an announcer from the recently shelved EliteXC. Perhaps, but I can hear him channeling Joe Rogan.

And in case you were wondering, this is an Ice Ray.

Damn scary if you ask me. I wonder if gets pepper sprayed a lot.

By: Jimmy Smith

Giants Lose, Fans Loiter and Then Destroy Stuff

This video is of a group of disheveled Giants fans after the loss to the Eagles.

And apparently the cars belong to people in the pulverizing party. My guess is that the people were going to claim that people vandalized and damaged the cars on their insurance

Problem: (that is of course if I am right) The video has made its rounds on the internet thanks to their handycam-happy friends.

Good luck claiming that now. Lost a chance at defending the Super Bowl and your life's work on four wheels.

OUCHY of a Sunday.

By: Jimmy Smith

From Way Across Town... BANG

Jake Lee of Spain Park High in Alabama chucked this "why not" to beat Clay-Chalkville by two.

It went in, they cheered. He walked home and kicked rocks for his remaining 14 minutes of fame.

I apologize for the overly-excited CNN guy.

By: Jimmy Smith

These Now Can Be Seen Bouncing Down Dirt Roads In Nicaragua

I always wondered if these were pre-produced.

No I didn't

By: Jimmy Smith

ESPN Outside the Lines: Pacman's new troubles

Here is the OTL report from John Barr that pissed Pacman off.


Pacman responds


By: Jimmy Smith

"Skrip Clubs Are Like Regalur Clubs" he says

Pacman lika da skrip clubs. After all they are just like regular clubs. And heck, Pacman hasn't been in a skrip club for at least a year and a half to three years. Because he learned his lesson.

Skrip clubs are like fitness clubs because girls can exercise there

Skrip clubs are like country clubs because everyone is trying to put balls in holes

Skrip clubs are like biker clubs because there are a lot of leather and saddle bags

Skrip clubs are like Junior Meteorology clubs because people are making it rain

Skrip clubs are like "The Club" because both get you locked up

Skrip clubs are like Girl Scout Clubs because ladies get to wear uniforms

If you have more "Skrip Clubs Are Like" to help prove Pacman right, please add them in the comment list or email them to forthesportsminded@gmail.com

By; Jimmy Smith

NFL Week Playoffs Round 2 Pick 'em

This week's picks brought to you by this:

Oklahoma Sooners: Why they will win the 2009 BCS National Championship?

So it’s finally come down to this—game day of the 2009 FedEx BCS National Championship. While there is a bit of controversy surrounding this year’s game—with Oklahoma getting in over Texas and undefeated Utah not being invited to the party—one thing is still strikingly appealing about this matchup—it features two of the best offenses in college football. There’s no need to waste time so let’s get down to the matchup shall we?

I think on paper, many people look at this match up and see how much more talented Florida’s defense is than Oklahoma’s and give them the edge. They see that both teams have prolific offensive attacks, with one having a decisive advantage on the defensive side of the ball and say, let’s go with Tim Tebow and the Gators. My mind is telling me that Florida will win this one, but for once I am picking with my heart.

Why I think the Oklahoma Sooners will win?

My heart is telling me Oklahoma. I’m not going to lie, I’ve fallen in love with Oklahoma’s offensive attack. Oklahoma’s offensive balance is probably the best I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. The Sooners’ offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson has put together a no-huddle attack which has scored the most points in college football history. Part of that has to do with the plethora of offensive talent—the biggest reason being the distributor of the football—Oklahoma’s poised and ultra-accurate sophomore of a quarterback—2008 Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford.

For a redshirt sophomore, Bradford put up scintillating numbers this year. In 2008, he completed 302 of his 442 passes(68.3 percent) for 4,464 yards while tossing in 48 touchdowns and just six interceptions. His strength lies in his tremendous footwork and his ability to freeze the defense with his eyes. He can look to his left for most of a play to hold the defenders in that side of the field, then take a quick glance to his right and fire a strike to a number of talented receivers. He’s also blessed with tremendous footwork in the pocket—his feet slide along the grass so smoothly as if he were dancing on glass. Last but not least, the quarterback position is all about processing information and Bradford is one of the smarter players in college football. He can process a high level of information without getting stressed out and always seems relaxed in the pocket. He also puts some beautiful spin on the football, with tight rotation on the pigskin when it is released from his hand.

If Oklahoma is going to win this ballgame, clearly it starts with Sam Bradford and giving him plenty of time to distribute the football and find his playmakers on offense. Oklahoma’s gargantuan and extremely talented offensive line will help to keep his jersey clean all night long. Their five starters on the offensive line average 6-5, 302 pounds! The Sooners’ offensive line boasts one consensus All-American in left guard Duke Robinson. Their offensive line also has two first team All-Big 12 players in center Jon Cooper and left tackle Phil Loadholt. The unit only allowed 11 sacks all season and was easily one of the most dominant in college football. The buffet busters up front blocked for not only one, but two 1,000 yard rushers this season(running backs Demarco Murray and Chris Brown). They also were a key ingredient in the Sooners’ offense lighting up the scoreboard for over 60 points a game over their last five games of the season, a feat no other team in college football history has accomplished.

Another way the Sooners’ offense has been able to attack opposing defenses is by limiting their substitutions with the no-huddle scheme they run. They run the no-huddle very efficiently, not only does it allow them more plays to score more points, but defenses also have fewer opportunities to make substitutions. While Florida’s defense is extremely fast, I think the no-huddle will help the Sooners’ offset that advantage by tiring them. They won’t only be tired, but the Gators’ defense will likely be caught out of position on numerous plays, which isn’t good at all if you’re trying to stop one of the most prolific offensive attacks in college football history.

Everybody wants to talk about how big of a loss it is with Oklahoma having running back Demarco Murray out due to injury. Yes, I agree it is a pretty big loss, because the numbers that Murray put up in his junior season are dazzling—he chewed up opposing defenses for over 2,000 all-purpose yards this year. What many don’t realize is that the Sooners’ offensive unit has arguably the best combination of skill players in the entire country. Everywhere you look there is a game breaking receiver, tight end, or running back.

Losing Murray would be a crushing blow to most teams, but the Sooners have running back Chris Brown, who not only rushed for over 1,100 yards this season, but he also led his team in scoring with 21 touchdowns. Sophomore running back Mossis Madu also might be one of the most overlooked players on this offense, he’s quietly rushed for 463 yards and six touchowns this season on 111 attempts. He’ll definitely get more carries in tonight’s game and the nation will get a chance to see just how speedy Madu is.

Two of the Sooners’ fastest players are receivers Manuel Johnson( 38 catches, 685 yards, nine touchdowns) and Ryan Broyles(42 catches, 661 yards, six touchdowns). Both players have excellent acceleration and can turn on the burners and leave defenders in their wake in a hurry. The best hands on the record-setting Sooner offense belong to the likes of receiver Juaquin Iglesias(69 catches, 1,092 yards, 10 touchdowns) and tight end Jermaine Gresham(58 catches, 888 yards, 12 touchdowns). While both receivers might not be as fast as Johnson or Broyles, don’t be fooled, once they get in the open field they can scoot in a hurry. Gresham might play tight end but he moves like a receiver and is a huge mismatch for opposing defenses. Both players will be playing on Sundays next fall.

This Oklahoma offense is one of the best I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. It truly has been fun to watch them. After they lost to Texas, I hoped and wished they would get their chance to get into the BCS National Championship game and sure enough, I got my wish. For once I would love to see an elite offense(Oklahoma) defeat a great defense(Florida) and modify the old adage in football: “Defense wins championships.” I would love to see that not only does a great defense win championships, but so does a great offense. If my prediction comes true—then I will get another wish—to watch the golden armed gunslinger of a quarterback(Sam Bradford) hoist the Waterford crystal skyward.

Final prediction:In the end, Oklahoma’s prolific offensive attack is simply too much for the Gator’s defense to handle. I don’t think Oklahoma’s defense will be able to stop Tim Tebow, Percy Harvin, and the Gators’ lethal offense, but it all comes down to the Oklahoma offensive attack and how it is one of the best in college football history. Sam Bradford and company outscore Tim Tebow and the Gators in one of the best national title games in history.

Oklahoma 49 Florida 42

By: Wade Peery

My Trip to the Orange Bowl: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Is it easy to get to the Orange Bowl? Of course not, it takes athleticism, determination, perseverance, drive and dedication – and I’m just talking about getting a flight down to Miami.

I’ve been going to UC football games since I was about nine years old. Both my parents went to the University of Cincinnati, and I grew up wearing red and black. I even got a job in the athletics marketing department at the university. Naturally, when the UC football team made it to their biggest bowl game in history, I had to find my way down to the game. I had to work on December 30th, so I couldn’t leave until News Years Eve. And since I’m an intern at UC, and therefore poor, I decided to fly stand-by down to Florida to save some money.

So here was my plan. Fly out of Cincinnati at 9:30 a.m. on December 31st to Sarasota, Florida. I would hang out with my family down there and ride over with them to the game on the first. Watch the Bearcats beat up on the Hokies. Then ride back to Sarasota before flying back to Cincinnati at 4:10 p.m. on January 2nd in order to be at work on January 3rd by 11 a.m. Needless to say, this didn’t happen exactly as advertised.

I got to the Cincinnati airport around 8:30 a.m. on December 31st, eager to get down to Florida. If you’ve never flown stand-by before, basically you have to wait to see if there’s extra room for you on the plane. As I watched other people board the plane, it became apparent that seats were going to come at a premium. I couldn’t help but feel rejected, like a fat kid being picked last for dodge ball. Of the four remaining people, two seats were given out, and I wasn’t either of them.

So, I needed a new plan. I got booked for the 12:45 p.m. flight out of Cincinnati. First the flight was in Concourse A, and it was moved to Concourse B, and then it was moved back to Concourse A. If walking back and forth wasn’t bad enough, the plane was delayed to 1:15 p.m. The flight continued to be delayed in 10 minute increments until after 2:00 p.m., when I was told there was little chance I’d make the flight. Luckily, two people missed a connecting flight in Indianapolis, so I had a seat.

I arrive in Florida and jump into a cab, driven by a woman, which seemed odd. Turns out, she was odd. She pointed out the best spot to pick up hookers. She talked about how plants were people. She laughed and talked to herself. I decided to tip her four bucks just so I’d never see her again.

Going to the game was easy enough because I slept the entire three-and-a-half hour ride. I guess I should thank my dad for driving. Thanks dad. Dolphin Stadium was incredible. I had great lower level seats, and it was thrilling to see the Bearcats take the field in the 75th Fed Ex Orange Bowl.

The first possession for the Bearcats went according to my plan. They drove down the field and scored with ease. Sadly, that was the only scoring they did that game as Virginia Tech beat Cincinnati 20 to 7. Not at all what I wanted, but I’m glad I got to experience the BCS.

I arrive back at the Sarasota airport around 3:15 p.m. on January 2 for my 4:10 p.m. flight. I go talk to the gate agent only to be told that it doesn’t look good for my stand-by flight. I hang out for awhile and things start to improve. The plane is waiting for a dad and daughter to get through security, but there’s only one seat, which means the two would have to take separate flights. And there’s no way the dad would fly without his daughter. I’m told that if they pass on the seat it’s all mine. But just my luck, this nine-year-old daughter is brave enough to fly alone and have her grandma pick her up in Cincinnati. Damn it.
So, I needed a new plan. I got a 6:45 p.m. flight to Atlanta in the hopes of catching a 9:50 p.m. flight to Cincinnati. I’m the very last person allowed onto the flight to Atlanta. I knew there was a good chance I might get stranded in Atlanta, but I wanted to try to get to work on January 3 by 11:00 a.m.

Atlanta was crazy. So many flights and all of them seemed over booked. It became quickly apparent I wasn’t going to make my flight, which was delayed past 11:00 p.m. I have a friend from college who lives in Atlanta. Thanks for the place to crash Chris, I really appreciate it. I also had my first Manhattan, which I liked, mainly because I like whiskey.

I wake up at 4:15 a.m. on January 3 in order to make the 6:35 a.m. flight to Cincinnati. That means I got exactly one-and-a-half hours of sleep. I get to the airport, and it doesn’t look good. There are six people in front of me on the stand-by list. Somehow my initials make it onto the screen, and I get in line to board. Apparently that wasn’t my initials but someone else. I go back and sit down to hear the best words of the trip, “All stand-by passengers have been cleared.” Yes, I’m getting home.
Luckily, I slept on plane. I got home, showered, changed and went to work. My dad asked me later that day if it was all worth it. The hell if I know. At least I got home. The Orange Bowl turned out to be the dull point of my travels.

By: Jonathan Hartman

This Guy Got Almost As Much TV Time As Colt McCoy's Hot Girlfriend

Luke Poehlmann, a Texas scrub, repped Texas right last night.... With this "I have outdoor plumbing" mullet.


Want to see the first thing I thought of when I saw that mullet.


Who would you rather see? Him or a mini Jessica Simpson?


Click on this one for desktop background goodness.

Your welcome Grant.

By: Jimmy Smith

An All-Star List You Don't Want Your Favorite Player On

A comprehensive list of athletes and coaches with illegitimate children.

RACK 'EM UP.

Those Shawn Kemp illegitimate kids jokes are old school. Calvin Murphy is the new hotness.

Or even Karl Malone, who unbelievably got a 13-year-old girl pregnant when he was a sophomore at Lousiana Tech. That child did alright for himself, as hewas drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2008. Demetrius Bell spilled the beans on how Malone had ignored him his whole life. Karl Malone also has another illegitimate daughter who plays in the WNBA. That is some powerful stuff, huh?

FROM faniq.com:

ATHLETES WITH ILLEGITIMATE KIDS

THE HEAVYWEIGHTS
Calvin Murphy - 14 illegitimate kids by 9 women. You sir are our current champion.
Travis Henry - 9 kids by 9 women. All of this by 28. Impressive. He is on pace to catch Calvin. The fact that he's broke from paying child support may slow him down though.
Ex-San Antonio Spur Willie Anderson - 9 illegitimate kids. If only his field goal percentage had been as high as his impregnation rate.
Evander Holyfield - 9 illegitimate kids. Has more kids than brain cells left.
Jason Caffey - 8 kids by 7 women.
UPDATE - Shawn Kemp - 7 illegitimate kids by 6 women last time. Supposedly up to 11 kids by 9 women now. Gives his nickname of the Reign Man new meaning. Might also explain why he nearly played with an Italian team late in 2008.
Derrick Thomas - 7 illegitimate kids by 5 women. He died at 33. Let's just leave it at that.
UNCONFIRMED - Dominique Wilkins - reportedly played so long in the NBA because, according to a Magic front office employee, he was paying money on 20 paternity suits. Any further confirmation would be awesome.

THE MIDDLEWEIGHTS
NEW MEMBER - Scott Skiles - At least 6 kids, possibly more.
Ray Lewis - 6 kids by 4 women.
Marshall Faulk - 6 kids by 3 women. Which is probably why he considered coming out of retirement.
Larry Johnson (basketball) - 5 kids by 4 women. 3 are illegitimate.
Charles Rogers - Uber-NFL Draft bust reportedly has 5 illegitimate kids...and no paycheck. Definitely the makings of a solid family.
Vlad Guerrero - 4 kids by 4 women.
Oscar De La Hoya - 4 kids (courtesy of Fark)
Santonio Holmes - 3 illegitimate kids by two women, before leaving college.
Former Celtic Greg Minor - 3 illegitimate kids.
Ricky Williams - 3 illegitimate kids. Maybe that's why he smokes so much weed.
Priest Holmes - 3 illegitimate kids. You best keep running Priest.
Chad Johnson - Has 3 illegitimate kids.
Mike Bibby - apparently had two before leaving 'Zona.

THE LIGHTNING FAST GROUP
Willis McGahee - 3 illegitimate kids in 2 years in Buffalo. Not a lot to do in Buffalo, except make babies. Lots and lots of babies. Not sure what he's done since in Baltimore, but I can take a guess.
Shannon "Horseface" Sharpe - 3 as well. Supposedly had those three all in one year.

THE GUYS YOU WOULDN'T EXPECT GROUP
Dwight Howard
Walter Herrmann
Peja Stojakovic
Wizards Coach Eddie Jordan
NHL player Daniel Alfredsson
NHL player Richard Zednik
Mike Miller
Marvin Harrison
Tracy McGrady
NEW MEMBER - Keith Van Horn

THE FAMOUS OLD GUYS GROUP
Steve Garvey - 2 illegitimate kids by 2 women.
Dr. J - 2 illegitimate kids by 2 women. I actually met one of them.
Larry Bird
Isiah Thomas
Jim Palmer
Darryl Strawberry
Pete Rose
Tug McGraw

THE GETTING A HEAD START GROUP
Gary Sheffield - Had 2 illegitimate kids by age 17. Added a few more later on in life.
NEW MEMBER - Tom Gordon - Former relief pitcher had three illegitimate kids by age 17.

THE THAT'S JUST WRONG GROUP
Elijah Dukes - Impregnated a 17-year-old foster child. Also has 4 more illegitimate kids - making him a middleweight as well.
NEW MEMBER - Karl Malone - Got a 13-year-old girl pregnant. Also possibly the world's worst dad.

THE QB KIDS GROUP
Matt Leinart - already has one, my guess is he's working hard on another.
Tom Brady - the dream baby will one day rule the NFL.

KEEP YOUR EYE ON THIS GUY GROUP
Noel Devine - He's not an official member yet because he's not a pro. He's just a sophomore at West Virginia. But he had 2 illegitimate kids in high school, and possibly more. Keep it going Noel, a good start, but you've got a long way to go.

GUYS WITH AT LEAST ONE ILLEGITIMATE KID
NEW MEMBER - Larry Fitzgerald
NEW MEMBER - Michael Turner
Antawn Jamison
Chipper Jones
DeShawn Stevenson
Cliff Floyd
Mark Messier
Brian Urlacher
Rae Carruth - Yes, he fathered an illegitimate kid before the incident where he had his pregnant girlfriend gunned down.
Juan Gonzalez
Andre Rison
David Justice
Andruw Jones
Alonzo Spellman
Dave Meggett
Gary Payton - From a reader: The best part about Gary Payton is that his illegitimate kid is named "Gary Payton, Jr." so that when his wife (or whatever) had a kid, and he wanted a junior, he couldn't do it without major confusion, so he named his legitimate kid "Gary Payton II."
Stephon Marbury
Jason Kidd
Allen Iverson
Latrell Sprewell
Juwan Howard
Kenny Anderson
Scottie Pippen
Hakeem Olajuwon
Patrick Ewing
Randy Johnson

By: Jimmy Smith

Rey Maualuga goes out with a BANG BANG

After the destructive win over Penn State, All-American Rey Maualuga wanted to stay on top of everyone's mind by being behind Erin Andrews.

Now there is a young man living out a dream.

By: Jimmy Smith

The Legend of the Scream Gun

Halftime of the Dolphins/Ravens game bought me some time to hop on the web.

And then this happened:

XBox Commercial Audition - watch more funny videos

Its a audition for a commercial advertising the European release of the XBOX 360 in 2005. The best part is when she starts the double-fisted chanting.

By: Jimmy Smith

NFL Week Playoffs Pick 'em

Punters Have Enough Free Time To Level Up Their Elves

I'm stuffed and the holidays are finally through, but the Internet doesn't sleep.

Chris Kluwe, punter of the playoff-bound Minnesota Vikings, is either a savvy businessman or a huge nerd.

According to the popular video game blog Kotaku Kluwe is pondering changing his name to Chris "World of Warcraft."

"Back when Chad Johnson changed his name to Ocho Cinco, I told the guys at 93X that I was going to change my name to Chris 'World of Warcraft' " Kluwe said. "They said that's too long. So they started calling me Chris 'Warcraft.' I could make a lot of money if I changed my name to that."

But it turns out that the punter feels that he is a video game expert. He says his radio show attracts more people that want him to talk gaming and not kicking.

"I think more people like to hear me talk about playing video games than football," said Kluwe. "I've played video games since I was 4 years old. I play them a lot more than I kick a football. I kick the ball about 45 minutes a day. I play video games about five or six hours a day. But that's OK. I don't watch TV."

The Vikings are just hoping the rest of Kluwe's teammates don't take on the names of their favorite video games.

Taravis "Benched for Old Man Pong" Jackson
Adrian "John Madden Fumble 2009" Peterson
Jared "Grand Theft Auto: Over the Limit-Under Arrest Edition" Allen

By: Jimmy Smith