Return of the Champ

He's baaaaaaaaaaaaaaack. After a much needed hiatus the Champ is back in the building. Sorry to leave all 3 of you loyal readers hanging, but I just haven't had time to post a legit column. I'm sure I could've mailed a few in but that's just not my style.

I've been busy with therapy on my back, ring shopping, preparing to pop the question, and now planning a wedding. That's right...we're engaged.....she actually said yes! I know, I can't believe it either. Now comes the most hectic year of my life but I won't disappear on you guys again. I'm committed to this column like Ricky Williams to his bong, like Mike Vick to a dog show, like Michael Jackson to a playground, and like the Cubbies to coming up short.

I couldn't have picked a better time to come back, it's football time! With my MLB picks going bad...very bad, the NFL is here to save the day. Each week Rich and I will be posting competing columns where we will both pick each game with the spread. Kind of like The Sports Guy vs The Sports Gal. I'll let you guess who the "Gal" is in this competition. Here's a tip...he's short, Greek, and has a special place in his heart for cocktail waitresses and Elvis impersonators. We'll keep a running tally to see who the bigger idiot is and feel free to use our suggestions at your discretion because gambling is fun.

Rich has already posted his picks so I will post mine on Friday and recap his picks as well. May the best man (me) win!

In the meanwhile, here's my take on tonight's game.
Colts – 5 vs Saints
This Saints team is perfect for the mediocre NFC but they will find things a bit tougher on the other side of the fence. There is serious concern here for an Indy letdown but I don’t think their crowd will allow it. Indy by 10 points, pulling away late. All in all, should be a fun game!

The People's Champ