Just the other day sitting around with some of my friends, SOMEHOW. The subject of Baseball came up. This brought to mind an episode of many years ago. When as a mere lad, my parents and our neighbors decided to make the 50 mile trip to a new store. They called it a “DISCOUNT DEPARTMENT STORE”. Now we had big stores in the big town we called the County Seat. We had a Montgomery Ward, a J.C. Penny and a local store that was about the same size as the previous mentioned named. But a “discount store” what was that? So one day we all set out on the 50 mile journey. WOW! There we were a Huge building with only one store. Inside I looked around with my parents and neighbors. But wait. I discovered the sporting good department, much larger than the sporting good store we had in our county. Being summer I was drawn to the baseball section. THEN; there it was a big black baseball glove. Not only was I attracted to it because it was black and the only gloves I had seen were brown. It was larger than any I had seen before. I kept coming back to it, wishing it were mine. But at that time $10 was a lot of money. My neighbor friend, her name was Katie; saw me admiring it and asked if I wanted it. Yes I said. She offered to buy it for me if i would mow her yard until it was paid for. I had to mow her yard for the remainder of the summer. BUT I had the glove I wanted so much. The other kept referring to it as a “peach basket” because it was large, NOT any bigger than what you see outfielders wear now-a-days. I was a Pee Wee leaguer and played center field, just like Mickey Mantle. (Well maybe not exactly just like Mickey). But I was proud of it, I caught more balls with it. But I was also proud of it because unlike many of my friends, whose parents bought their gloves, I EARNED IT AND PAID FOR IT MYSELF. That store just happened to be JUBILEE CITY. Jubilee City was an early discount department-store chain that tried to give American families a new kind of shopping experience: a large store where customers could purchase clothing, household goods, and other merchandise at competitive prices. The company emerged during a major transformation in American retailing. Suburban communities were growing, families increasingly depended on automobiles, and discount retailers were challenging traditional department stores. Jubilee City expanded beyond its original market, including into Tulsa, Oklahoma; Indianapolis, Indiana; Kansas City; Chattanooga, Tennessee; and the Houston area. But the business model that helped the company expand also created problems with management, merchandising, and distribution. Its operations gradually disappeared during the 1970s. The founding: Jubilee Shops in 1955 The history of Jubilee City begins in 1955, when Lawrence Altman founded Jubilee Shops Inc. in New York. Altman came from the traditional clothing business. He recognized that consumers were becoming interested in discount shopping and that a large store could attract customers by offering a broad selection of goods at lower prices. Rather than relying entirely on conventional department-store operations, Jubilee Shops developed an unusual arrangement: manufacturers and other operators could lease departments or sales-floor space inside the stores. This approach allowed Jubilee to offer merchandise from different suppliers without having to operate every department itself. It also reduced some of the need for the company to buy and manage all its merchandise through the conventional retail system. The company experimented with stores in the New York and New Jersey region before pursuing wider expansion. The precise locations and chronology of every early store remain incompletely documented. What made Jubilee City different? Jubilee City’s concept was to provide a broad, one-stop shopping experience rather than operate as a small specialty shop. Its stores could include departments selling: Clothing and apparel, Household goods, General merchandise Products supplied by independent manufacturers and department operators. Other consumer goods intended for everyday family shopping. The exact merchandise selection varied by location; surviving online historical records do not provide a complete inventory for every store. The leased-department system was central to the concept. Instead of having the parent company directly control every product category, separate operators could run different sections of the same building. This arrangement could broaden the selection available to customers. However, it also made the business more complicated to coordinate as the chain grew. Expansion into new markets during the 1960s During the early 1960s, Jubilee City sought to establish itself in markets where discount shopping was expanding but where opportunities remained for new regional competitors. The company negotiated locations in several metropolitan areas, sometimes pursuing multiple sites in the same market. Expansion required buildings, investment capital, suppliers, and local support. The chain’s historical footprint included the following locations. These are documented examples, not a claim that the list covers every store ever planned or operated. Where Jubilee City operated 6925 East Admiral Place, Tulsa The store operated from approximately 1962 to 1970. It became part of Tulsa’s early discount-shopping landscape and was later associated with Belscot and other retail uses. The property was subsequently subdivided. Indianapolis, Indiana 5302 North Keystone Avenue A documented Jubilee City location that operated into 1975. The building survived, although the property was later divided for other uses. Houston, Texas 10400 Eastex Freeway This location operated from approximately 1961 to 1963 and later became a Globe store. The building was eventually demolished during freeway expansion. Two other proposed Houston-area sites did not become completed Jubilee City stores. Kansas City area Kansas City, Kansas; Raytown and Shawnee, Missouri/Kansas area Historical records identify stores at 4915 State Avenue, 8760 Blue Ridge Boulevard, and 11215 West 63rd Street. These locations closed as Jubilee City stores around 1966, and the properties were later used by other businesses. Chattanooga, Tennessee 5615 Lee Highway This location operated into approximately… Continue reading Jubilee City
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NFL CONFIDENCE PICK SHEET WEEK 7 10/22-25-26/2026
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Los Angeles Clippers History: From the Buffalo Braves to Intuit Dome
The Los Angeles Clippers have one of the most unusual histories in the NBA. The franchise began in 1970 as the Buffalo Braves, moved to San Diego in 1978 and became the San Diego Clippers, and finally moved to Los Angeles in 1984 to become the Los Angeles Clippers. For much of their history, the Clippers struggled for respect and success. That changed dramatically in the 2010s, when San Diego Clippers. Chris Paul, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan created the spectacular “Lob City” era. The franchise eventually reached its first Western Conference Finals in 2021 and moved into its own new home, Intuit Dome, in 2024. The Beginning: The Buffalo Braves The franchise entered the NBA for the 1970-71 season as an expansion team called the Buffalo Braves, joining the Cleveland Cavaliers and Portland Trail Blazers as new NBA franchises. Paul Snyder became the principal owner of the young franchise. The Braves played their home games primarily at Buffalo Memorial Auditorium. They also played a number of home games at Toronto’s Maple Leaf Gardens during the early years, making the franchise’s history unusual even before it left Buffalo. The early Braves struggled, but the franchise changed direction when it selected Bob McAdoo with the second pick of the 1972 NBA Draft. McAdoo immediately became the centerpiece of the franchise. He won the 1972-73 NBA Rookie of the Year Award, became a five-time All-Star, won three consecutive scoring titles and was named NBA MVP for the 1974-75 season. That MVP remains the only regular-season MVP won by a player in the history of the Clippers franchise. The Braves made the playoffs three consecutive times from 1974 through 1976. Ownership Problems and the Move to San Diego Despite the emergence of McAdoo, ownership and arena problems eventually disrupted the Braves. John Y. Brown Jr. acquired a controlling interest in the franchise during the 1970s, with Harry T. Mangurian Jr. also becoming a minority owner. Brown’s ownership period was marked by major roster changes, including the departure of McAdoo. In 1978, Brown and Harry T. Mangurian Jr. owner Irv Levin completed a highly unusual franchise exchange. Brown took control of the Celtics, while Levin and his partner Harold Lipton acquired the Braves franchise. Levin then moved the team to California. The Buffalo Braves became the San Diego Clippers in 1978. The name Clippers was chosen because of San Diego’s connection with sailing ships and the city’s waterfront. The San Diego Clippers The Clippers played at the San Diego Sports Arena from 1978 through 1984. The San Diego years were not particularly successful on the court. The team failed to make the playoffs during its six seasons in San Diego. One of the most important developments of the period came in 1981, when Los Angeles-area businessman Donald Sterling purchased the franchise from Irv Levin and Harold Lipton for approximately $12.5 million. Sterling wanted to move the team to Los Angeles. After disputes with the NBA, the franchise eventually relocated in 1984. The San Diego Clippers became the Los Angeles Clippers. The Los Angeles Clippers Arrive The Clippers began their Los Angeles era in 1984 at the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena. The move put the Clippers in the same market as the highly successful Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers were already one of the NBA’s dominant franchises, making it difficult for the Clippers to establish their own identity. For the next 15 seasons, the Clippers called the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena home. During the 1990s, the franchise also played occasional home games at the Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim. The Clippers considered a permanent move to Anaheim but ultimately remained in Los Angeles. The Staples Center Era In 1999, the Clippers moved into the newly constructed Staples Center, sharing the downtown Los Angeles facility with the Lakers. The arena was later renamed Crypto.com Arena. The Clippers remained there for 25 seasons, from 1999 through 2024. The arena became the setting for some of the greatest years in modern Clippers history, including the rise of the “Lob City” team. The Lob City Era The Clippers began to change their image after acquiring Chris Paul in 2011. Paul joined Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan, creating one of the NBA’s most entertaining teams. The combination of Paul’s passing, Griffin’s athleticism and Jordan’s ability to finish above the rim produced the famous “Lob City” style. Paul was named to three consecutive All-NBA First Teams as a Clipper from 2012 through 2014. He also became the franchise’s all-time leader in assists. The Clippers won their first Pacific Division titles in 2013 and 2014. Blake Griffin — Rookie of the Year Blake Griffin is the most important Clippers player to win the NBA Rookie of the Year Award while actually playing for the Los Angeles Clippers. Griffin was the unanimous winner of the 2010-11 Rookie of the Year Award after averaging 22.5 points and 12.1 rebounds per game. He became the first Clipper to win the award since Terry Cummings won it with the San Diego Clippers in 1983. Griffin went on to become a five-time All-Star and four-time All-NBA selection as a Clipper. Chris Paul — The Face of Lob City Chris Paul became the floor leader of the greatest sustained winning period to that point in Clippers history. During his Clippers career, Paul: Made five All-Star teams as a Clipper Earned three All-NBA First Team selections Became the franchise’s all-time assists leader Helped lead the Clippers to six consecutive winning seasons from 2011-12 through 2016-17 Helped the franchise win its first two Pacific Division championships Paul finished his Clippers career with 4,076 assists, the franchise record. DeAndre Jordan DeAndre Jordan became another essential part of the Lob City era. Jordan developed into one of the NBA’s premier rebounders and shot blockers. He remains the franchise’s all-time leader in rebounds and blocked shots. His partnership with Griffin produced countless spectacular alley-oop plays and helped define the Clippers’ identity during the 2010s. The First Western Conference Finals The Clippers finally… Continue reading Los Angeles Clippers History: From the Buffalo Braves to Intuit Dome
NFL CONFIDENCE PICK SHEET WEEK 6 10/15-18-19/2026
EARLY GAME SUNDAY SAINTS: ALVIN KAMARA Becomes 6th player in NFL History to attain 5,000 + career rushing and receiving yards. STEELERS: CHRIS BOSWELL sets a new franchise record field goals with 310. JAGUARS: TRAVIS HUNTER , becomes first player since2002 to catch an offensiveTD, and defensive interception in the same game. for those of you who are new here. This is how confidence ranking goes, let me explain. If we were playing an office pool,(which we ARE NOT). The object is to score the most points. To obtain the score YOU rank the teams by how confident you are a team will win its game. EXAMPLE: Say this week we have 16 games. The team you are most confident will win you would assign the number 16 and follow down to the team you are least confident in and assign that number 1. You add up the TOTAL CORRECT PICKS.. That would be your score. We use the Monday night (Last game played) as a TIE BREAKER. The tie is broken by the closest to the total (that is the COMBINED score of the two participating teams) final score, without going over. YOU can adopt the scoring described above. Or, the optional method. A negative score for missed games. We will continue to get a positive score for correct predictions. EXAMPLE: if you scored 1 pt on the first game and you had 15 pts on the second game and lost you would still have 1 pt. 1. HOWEVER. with the same scenario new scoring system would result with a –14 score If we were playing this is how my sheet would look; My pick will be in bold Capital letters. you can use circling, underlining, or highlighting. I will show my correct points in Bold I will fill in my picks Thursday. Until then feel free to: Just copy and paste for your own Fun Pool Use. Or to see if you can beat me. IF YOU SEE I MADE A MIS-COPY OF THE GAMES AND TIMES FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AND TELL ME I GOOFED. BYES: CHIEFS — DOLPHINS — LIONS — VIKINGS TRIVIA TIME: What are the only five universities that have produced both a US president and a Super Bowl-winning quarterback? Answer below pick sheet All Times EDT (As You all know EDT is really AST [Atlantic Standard Time .:Politicians just don’t know how to tell the truth. GAME TV VISITOR SCORE HOME SCORE CONFIDENCE RUNNING SCORE THURSDAY 10/15/26 20:20 1 PRIME VIDEO SEAHAWKS (3–2) 14 Broncos (3–2) 17 (OT) 6 0/6 SUNDAY 10/18/26 09:30 2 NFL Texans (1–4) 34 JAGUARS (4–1) 31 5 0/11 SUNDAY 10/18/26 13:00 3 FOX BEARS (3–2) 31 @ Falcons (2–3) .23 1 1/10 4 FOX RAVENS(4–1) 10 @ Browns (3–2) 13 8 1/18 5 FOX Titans (0–5) 26 @ COLTS(2–3) 20 11 1/29 6 CBS Jets (2-3) 19 @ PATRIOTS (3–2) 26 10 11/19 7 FOX SAINTS(1–4) 34 @ Giants (3–1–1) 27 4 15/15 8 CBS PANTHERS(2–2) 25 @ Eagles (2–3) 14 3 18/12 9 CBS STEELERS (3–2) 26 @ Buccaneers (1–4) 19 (OT) 7 25/5 . . SUNDAY 10/18/26 16:05 10 FOX CardInals (1–4) 18 @ RAMS (2–3) 16 14 25/19 SUNDAY 10/18/26 16:25 11 FOX Chargers (0–5) 6 @ CHIEFS (4–0) 22 13 38/6 12 FOX BILLS (4–1) 33 @ Raiders (3–2) 30 9 45/3 SUNDAY 09/20/26 20:20 13 NBC Cowboys (2–3) 13 @ PACKERS (3–2) 23 2 47/5 9– MONDAY 10/19/26 20:15 14 ESPN Commanders (1–2-1) 17 @ 49’ERS (5–0) 23 12 59/17 56%/16% GAMES 9–5 64%–36% Points Possible 105 Tie Break (Total score last game) 51 Total 40 Points off +11 TRIVIA ANSWER University of Delaware, Miami University (Ohio), University of Michigan, Stanford University, and the United States Naval Academy Views: 0
Indianapolis Colts: From Baltimore Beginnings to Indianapolis Glory
Indianapolis Colts: A Complete History of the Blue and White From Baltimore Beginnings to Indianapolis Glory The Indianapolis Colts are one of the most historically significant franchises in professional football. Known for legendary quarterbacks, championship defenses, outstanding coaches, and generations of loyal fans, the Colts have built a legacy that stretches from Baltimore to Indianapolis. The franchise won NFL championships in Baltimore before moving to Indianapolis in 1984. In Indianapolis, the Colts eventually became one of the NFL’s premier teams of the 2000s, led by quarterback Peyton Manning, head coach Tony Dungy, and a collection of exceptional offensive and defensive players. The Colts’ history includes NFL championships, Super Bowl victories, Hall of Fame legends, Most Valuable Player awards, and memorable postseason battles. Their story is also one of transformation, as the team moved from Baltimore to Indiana and established a new football tradition in the Midwest. The Birth of the Colts Franchise The Colts’ roots trace to Baltimore, Maryland, where a new professional football franchise began play in 1953. The team adopted the Colts name, reflecting Baltimore’s association with horse racing and the Preakness Stakes. The Baltimore Colts became a major NFL power under head coach Weeb Ewbank and quarterback Johnny Unitas. Their dramatic overtime victory over the New York Giants in the 1958 NFL Championship Game became one of the defining moments in professional football history. Often called The Greatest Game Ever Played, it helped establish the NFL as a major television sport. Baltimore won another NFL championship in 1959. After a difficult period during the 1960s, the Colts returned to championship prominence in 1968, winning the NFL title before losing Super Bowl III to the New York Jets. The Colts rebounded in 1970. Led by quarterback Johnny Unitas and a powerful defense, Baltimore defeated the Dallas Cowboys in Super Bowl V, earning the franchise’s first Super Bowl championship. In 1984, owner Robert Irsay moved the team from Baltimore to Indianapolis. The move was controversial and painful for Baltimore fans, but it began a new chapter in Indiana. All Colts Owners The franchise’s ownership history includes its original Baltimore ownership and the Indianapolis era. Carroll Rosenbloom (1953–1972): The original owner of the Baltimore Colts. Rosenbloom oversaw the team’s rise to prominence, including the 1958 and 1959 NFL championships and the 1970 Super Bowl V victory. Robert Irsay (1972–1997): Acquired the franchise in 1972 through a transaction involving the Los Angeles Rams. (It was essentially an even trade. Even though Irsay did receive between $3 and $4 million to offset the purchase price). He moved the team from Baltimore to Indianapolis in 1984, a decision that remains one of the most controversial events in NFL history. Jim Irsay (1997–2025): Robert Irsay’s son took control of the Colts in 1997. Under his leadership, the franchise drafted Peyton Manning, won Super Bowl XLI, and became a consistent playoff contender during much of the 2000s. The Irsay family (2025–present): Following Jim Irsay’s death in May 2025, ownership passed within the family, with his daughter Carlie Irsay-Gordon taking the leading ownership role. The franchise remains under Irsay family control. Ownership has influenced the Colts’ identity at every stage, from the Baltimore championship years to the Indianapolis era. Every Stadium the Colts Have Called Home The Colts have played in several stadiums across two cities. Baltimore Era Memorial Stadium (1953–1983) Memorial Stadium was the Colts’ principal home during their Baltimore years. The team celebrated NFL championships there in 1958, 1959, and 1968, and built its early identity around legendary players such as Johnny Unitas, Raymond Berry, and Gino Marchetti. Indianapolis Era RCA Dome (1984–2007) Originally called the Hoosier Dome, the stadium opened in 1984 and became the Colts’ first Indianapolis home. It hosted the team’s rebuilding years, its return to prominence under Peyton Manning, and the early stages of its championship run. Lucas Oil Stadium (2008–present) Opened in 2008 in downtown Indianapolis, Lucas Oil Stadium is the Colts’ current home. The stadium features a retractable roof and has hosted major sporting events, including Super Bowl XLVI in 2012. Its opening coincided with the final seasons of the Colts’ dominant Peyton Manning era. The move to Lucas Oil Stadium gave Indianapolis a modern football venue and strengthened the Colts’ place in the city’s downtown development and sports culture. Colts Super Bowl Championships and NFL Titles The Colts have won four NFL championships across their Baltimore and Indianapolis history, including two Super Bowl victories. 1958 NFL Championship: Baltimore defeated the New York Giants in overtime, 23–17. 1959 NFL Championship: Baltimore defeated the New York Giants, 31–16. 1968 NFL Championship: Baltimore defeated the Cleveland Browns, 34–0, before losing Super Bowl III to the New York Jets. Super Bowl V (1971): The Colts defeated the Dallas Cowboys, 16–13, in a game played in January 1971 to decide the 1970 season. Super Bowl XLI (2007): Indianapolis defeated the Chicago Bears, 29–17, to win the franchise’s second Super Bowl championship and its first as the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts also reached Super Bowl III, Super Bowl XLIV, and other major postseason contests. Their 2006 season championship remains the defining achievement of the Indianapolis era. Pro Football Hall of Fame: Colts Players and Coaches The Pro Football Hall of Fame recognizes players, coaches, and contributors whose careers made a lasting impact on professional football. The distinction in this section is important: the following individuals earned Hall of Fame recognition for their contributions to the Colts, rather than simply being former Colts who became famous elsewhere. Hall of Fame Legends Associated With the Colts Johnny Unitas — Quarterback: The face of the Baltimore Colts for many years, Unitas revolutionized the passing game and led Baltimore to multiple championships. Raymond Berry — Wide Receiver: Unitas’s celebrated receiving partner, Berry was renowned for route running, preparation, and reliable hands. Art Donovan — Defensive Tackle: A cornerstone of the Baltimore defensive line, Donovan helped define the Colts’ championship-era toughness. Gino Marchetti — Defensive End: A dominant defensive force whose career helped establish the Colts as… Continue reading Indianapolis Colts: From Baltimore Beginnings to Indianapolis Glory
Washington Commanders: A Complete History
The Washington Commanders are one of the National Football League’s oldest and most historically significant franchises. The organization began in Boston in 1932 as the Boston Braves, moved to Washington in 1937, and has gone through several names and eras before becoming the Washington Commanders in 2022. Over more than nine decades, the franchise has won two NFL championships before the Super Bowl era and three Super Bowl championships, produced numerous Pro Football Hall of Famers, and become associated with legendary figures such as Sammy Baugh, Bobby Mitchell, Darrell Green, John Riggins, Art Monk, Joe Gibbs and many others. The Franchise History is Officially Recognized As 1932: Boston Braves 1933–1936: Boston Redskins 1937–2019: Washington Redskins 2020–2021: Washington Football Team 2022–present: Washington Commanders Washington has won NFL championships in 1937 and 1942, followed by Super Bowl championships in 1982, 1987 and 1991. The Beginning: Boston Braves The franchise was established in 1932 when George Preston Marshall headed a group that purchased an NFL franchise in Boston. The original team was called the Boston Braves, and the club played its first season at Braves Field, the home of baseball’s Boston Braves. After the 1932 season, the organization changed its nickname to the Redskins. The team played at Fenway Park from 1933 through 1936. In 1937, the franchise moved from Boston to Washington, D.C. The move immediately produced one of the greatest beginnings in NFL history. Washington won the NFL championship in its first season in the nation’s capital. All Home Stadiums of the Franchise The Washington franchise has called seven principal stadium configurations home during its history. 1. Braves Field — Boston, Massachusetts 1932 Braves Field was the original home of the franchise when it entered the NFL as the Boston Braves in 1932. It was primarily a baseball stadium and was home to the Boston Braves of Major League Baseball. 2. Fenway Park — Boston, Massachusetts 1933–1936 After the franchise changed its name to the Boston Redskins, the team moved to Fenway Park. The football team shared the famous Boston stadium with the Boston Red Sox. 3. Griffith Stadium — Washington, D.C. 1937–1960 The franchise moved to Washington in 1937 and played at Griffith Stadium. This was the site of the team’s first Washington championship season. The 1937 Redskins won the NFL championship, defeating the Chicago Bears. Washington returned to the NFL championship game in 1942 and defeated the Bears again. Griffith Stadium therefore witnessed the beginning of Washington’s championship tradition. 4. D.C. Stadium / RFK Stadium — Washington, D.C. 1961–1996 Washington moved into the new D.C. Stadium in 1961. The facility was renamed Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium, commonly known as RFK Stadium, in 1969. RFK became one of the most recognizable home fields in franchise history. The stadium was home for 36 seasons and hosted Washington through the George Allen era, the early Joe Gibbs era and the first two Super Bowl championships of the modern era. The Commanders’ own history describes RFK as the team’s home for 35 seasons from 1961 through 1996. 5. Jack Kent Cooke Stadium — Landover, Maryland 1997–1999 Washington moved across the Potomac into suburban Maryland in 1997. The new stadium was named Jack Kent Cooke Stadium in honor of the longtime owner who had died earlier that year. It opened shortly after Cooke’s death. 6. FedExField — Landover, Maryland 1999–2023 The stadium was renamed FedExField in 1999 after Washington sold the naming rights. It remained Washington’s home for 25 seasons. The stadium hosted the team throughout the majority of the Daniel Snyder ownership era and through the franchise’s transition from Redskins to Washington Football Team and then Commanders. 7. Northwest Stadium — Landover, Maryland 2024–present The stadium became known as Northwest Stadium in 2024. It remains the Commanders’ current home. The franchise is also planning a future return to Washington, D.C., with a new stadium project at the former RFK Stadium site targeted for the future. The Owners of the Washington Franchise Ownership has changed several times during the franchise’s long history. George Preston Marshall 1932–1969 George Preston Marshall was the founder of the franchise. He helped establish the Boston Braves in 1932, renamed the club the Redskins in 1933 and moved the organization to Washington in 1937. Marshall was also a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame as a contributor. Under Marshall, Washington won NFL championships in 1937 and 1942. Edward Bennett Williams 1960s–1970s — President and Partial Owner Edward Bennett Williams became one of the most important figures in the franchise during the transition from Marshall to Jack Kent Cooke. Williams served as team president and held an ownership interest. He was instrumental in the organization during the late Marshall and early Cooke years. Jack Kent Cooke 1960–1997; Majority Owner from 1974 Cooke first purchased a minority interest in Washington in 1960. He became the franchise’s majority owner in 1974 and eventually became the sole owner. Cooke became one of the most influential owners in Washington sports history. His ownership produced the greatest sustained championship period in franchise history. Under Cooke, Washington won: Super Bowl XVII — 1982 season Super Bowl XXII — 1987 season Super Bowl XXVI — 1991 season Cooke also oversaw the construction of the stadium that originally carried his name. He died in 1997. The Cooke Estate and John Cooke 1997–1999 After Jack Kent Cooke’s death, ownership passed through his estate while the franchise was being prepared for sale. His son, John… Continue reading Washington Commanders: A Complete History
Kansas City Chiefs: The Complete History of a Football Dynasty
The Kansas City Chiefs are one of the most important franchises in professional football history. Their story begins not in Kansas City, but in 1959, when Lamar Hunt founded the Dallas Texans as one of the original franchises of the American Football League (AFL). The Texans became the Kansas City Chiefs in 1963, and the franchise has remained in the Hunt family ever since. From the great AFL teams of the 1960s to the Patrick Mahomes era, the Chiefs have produced Hall of Fame players, championship teams, legendary coaches and some of the greatest moments in NFL history. As of the beginning of the 2026 season, the franchise had won four Super Bowls: Super Bowl IV, Super Bowl LIV, Super Bowl LVII and Super Bowl LVIII. The Beginning: The Dallas Texans Lamar Hunt founded the franchise in 1959 as the Dallas Texans. The team became a charter member of the new American Football League and began playing in 1960. The Texans quickly became one of the AFL’s strongest teams. In 1962, Dallas won the AFL Championship in a dramatic double-overtime victory over the Houston Oilers. Despite the championship, Hunt concluded that Dallas could not adequately support both his team and the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. He therefore moved the franchise to Kansas City after the 1962 season. The team officially became the Kansas City Chiefs in 1963. The move was enormously successful. Kansas City immediately embraced the new franchise, and the Chiefs eventually became one of the AFL’s signature teams. All Chiefs Owners One of the most remarkable aspects of Chiefs history is the continuity of ownership. The franchise has never been sold outside the Hunt family. Lamar Hunt — 1959-2006 Lamar Hunt was the founder, original owner and guiding force behind the franchise. He owned the team from its creation as the Dallas Texans in 1959 until his death in 2006. Hunt was also one of the founders of the American Football League and played a major role in the AFL-NFL merger. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1972. Hunt is also widely credited with helping popularize the name “Super Bowl.” Norma Hunt and the Hunt Family — 2006-2023 Following Lamar Hunt’s death in December 2006, ownership remained within the Hunt family. His wife, Norma Hunt, and their four children became involved in ownership of the franchise. Norma Hunt became one of the most recognizable figures in NFL history. She was known as the “First Lady of Football” and attended every Super Bowl from the first game through her death in 2023. The Four Hunt Family Ownership Groups — Present Today, the Chiefs are owned by the families of Lamar Hunt’s four children: Lamar Hunt Jr. Sharron Hunt Clark Hunt Daniel Hunt Clark Hunt serves as chairman and CEO and is the family’s principal representative in the operation of the franchise. The Chiefs therefore remain one of the NFL’s longest continuously family-owned franchises. Every Stadium the Chiefs Have Called Home The franchise has had three principal home stadiums when the Dallas Texans and Kansas City Chiefs history is considered together. Cotton Bowl — Dallas, Texas 1960-1962 The original Dallas Texans played their home games at the Cotton Bowl. The stadium was already one of the best-known football venues in Texas, and it served as the franchise’s home during its three seasons in Dallas. The Texans won the 1962 AFL Championship while playing at the Cotton Bowl. Municipal Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri 1963-1971 After moving to Kansas City, the newly renamed Chiefs played at Municipal Stadium. The stadium was located at 22nd Street and Brooklyn Avenue and had previously been used by the Kansas City Athletics baseball club. Municipal Stadium became the birthplace of Kansas City Chiefs football. Some of the greatest players in franchise history began their Chiefs careers there, including Len Dawson, Bobby Bell, Buck Buchanan, Willie Lanier, Emmitt Thomas and Johnny Robinson. The Chiefs played their final game at Municipal Stadium on Christmas Day 1971, losing a dramatic overtime playoff game to the Miami Dolphins. Arrowhead Stadium — Kansas City, Missouri 1972-present The Chiefs moved into Arrowhead Stadium in 1972. Arrowhead quickly became one of the most recognizable stadiums in professional sports. Its steep seating bowl, loud crowd and distinctive design made it one of the most intimidating home-field advantages in the NFL. The stadium was later known as GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Arrowhead has been the home of the Chiefs through the eras of Marty Schottenheimer, Dick Vermeil, Herm Edwards, Todd Haley, Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes. It has also hosted some of the greatest playoff games in franchise history. Chiefs Pro Football Hall of Famers — The Chiefs Legacy The Pro Football Hall of Fame lists many former Chiefs because the players, coaches and executives associated with the franchise represent several generations of professional football excellence. For this list, the focus is on the Hall of Famers whose major football legacy was earned with the Dallas Texans/Kansas City Chiefs, rather than players who happened to spend a short portion of their careers in Kansas City. Bobby Bell Linebacker — Chiefs, 1963-1974 Bobby Bell was one of the great defensive players of the AFL era. He was a key member of the Chiefs’ championship defenses and became one of the most feared linebackers in professional football. Buck Buchanan Defensive Tackle — Chiefs, 1963-1975 Buck Buchanan was one of the dominant defensive linemen of the AFL. He was a cornerstone of the Chiefs’ great defenses and played in both of Kansas City’s first two Super Bowls. Curley Culp Defensive Tackle — Chiefs, 1968-1974 Culp was a powerful defensive tackle who became an important part of the Chiefs’ defense during the late AFL and early NFL years. Len Dawson Quarterback — Chiefs, 1963-1975 Len Dawson was the greatest quarterback of the early Chiefs era. He led Kansas City to the AFL Championship in 1966 and 1969 and quarterbacked the Chiefs to their historic victory in Super Bowl IV. Dawson was named… Continue reading Kansas City Chiefs: The Complete History of a Football Dynasty
NFL CONFIDENCE PICK SHEET WEEK 5 10/01-04-05/2026
EARLY GAME SUNDAY For those of you who are new here. This is how confidence ranking goes, let me explain. If we were playing an office pool,(which we ARE NOT). The object is to score the most points. To obtain the score YOU rank the teams by how confident you are a team will win its game. EXAMPLE: Say this week we have 16 games. The team you are most confident will win you would assign the number 16 and follow down to the team you are least confident in and assign that number 1. You add up the TOTAL CORRECT PICKS.. That would be your score. We use the Monday night (Last game played) as a TIE BREAKER. The tie is broken by the closest to the total (that is the COMBINED score of the two participating teams) final score, without going over. YOU can adopt the scoring described above. Or, the optional method. A negative score for missed games. We will continue to get a positive score for correct predictions. EXAMPLE: if you scored 1 pt on the first game and you had 15 pts on the second game and lost you would still have 1 pt. 1. HOWEVER. with the same scenario new scoring system would result with a –14 score If we were playing this is how my sheet would look; My pick will be in bold Capital letters. you can use circling, underlining, or highlighting. I will show my correct points in Bold I will fill in my picks Thursday. Until then feel free to: Just copy and paste for your own Fun Pool Use. Or to see if you can beat me. IF YOU SEE I MADE A MIS-COPY OF THE GAMES AND TIMES FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME AND TELL ME I GOOFED. BYES: CHIEFS — PANTHERS TRIVIA TIME: Which team holds the record for fewest rushing yards in a game? Answer below pick sheet All Times EDT (As You all know EDT is really AST [Atlantic Standard Time .:Politicians just don’t know how to tell the truth. GAME TV VISITOR SCORE HOME SCORE CONFIDENCE RUNNING SCORE THURSDAY 10/08/26 20:20 1 PRIME VIDEO Buccaneers (0–4) 24 COWBOYS (2–2) 16 15 0/15 SUNDAY 10/11/26 09:30 2 NFL Eagles (2–2) 17 @ JAGUARS (3–1) 16 14 0/29 SUNDAY 09/20/26 13:00 3 FOX BENGALS (2–2) 31 @ Dolphins (0–4) 24 12 12/17 4 CBS Raiders (3–1) 17 @ PATRIOTS (2–2) 45 3 15/14 5 FOX VIKINGS (4–0) 23 @ Saints (1–3) 13 9 24/5 6 CBS Browns (3–1) 12 @ JETS (1–3) 17 2 26/3 7 CBS Colts (2–2) 22 @ STEELERS (2–2) 34 4 30/1 8 CBS TEXANS (0–4) 26 @ Titans (0–4) 3 13 43/14 9 CBS Giants (3–1) 27 @ COMMMANDERS (1–3) 27 (OT) 10 43/14 10 FOX BEARS (3–1) 7 @ Packers (2–2) 31 1 44/15 . SUNDAY 10/11/26 16:05 . . . 11 CBS BRONCHOS (2–2) 23 @ Chargers (0–4) . 8 52/23 SUNDAY 09/20/26 16:25 12 FOX LIONS (2–2) 45 @ Cardinals (1–3) 21 11 .63/33 13 FOX 49’ers (4–0) .32 @ SEAHAWKS (3–1) 29 5 63/28 . . 53%/23% SUNDAY 10/11/26 20:20 14 NBC Ravens (3–1) 30 @ FALCONS(2–2) 23 (OT) 7 63./21 MONDAY 10/12/26 20:15 15 ESPN Bills (3–1) 37 @ RAMS (2–2) 34 (OT) 6 63/15 GAMES 8/6/1 53%/40%/.07% Points Possible 120 Tie Break (Total score last game) 55 Total 71 Points off -16 TRIVIA ANSWER Detroit Lions Views: 0
The Complete History of the NBA’s Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies are one of the NBA’s younger franchises, but their history stretches across two countries and two cities. The franchise began as the Vancouver Grizzlies in British Columbia in 1995 before relocating to Memphis, Tennessee, in 2001. Since arriving in Memphis, the Grizzlies have developed a distinctive identity built around physical defense, toughness, rebounding, unselfish basketball and a passionate connection with the city. The franchise has not yet won an NBA championship. but they an NBA Coach of the Year, an NBA Rookie of the Year, an NBA Defensive Player of the Year, multiple All-Stars, several All-NBA players and a group of players who established the most successful era in franchise history. The Beginning: The Vancouver Grizzlies The NBA awarded Vancouver an expansion franchise in 1994, with the team beginning play during the 1995-96 season. The franchise was originally associated with the Northwest Entertainment Group and the ownership interests of Arthur Griffiths and John McCaw Jr. The name “Grizzlies” was chosen because grizzly bears were strongly associated with British Columbia and Western Canada. The franchise retained the Grizzlies name after moving to Tennessee, even though grizzly bears are not native to West Tennessee. Memphis fans had already embraced the name, so the organization decided to keep it. Vancouver Ownership Arthur Griffiths and John McCaw Jr. — 1995-1996 Arthur Griffiths was instrumental in bringing the NBA to Vancouver and developing General Motors Place John McCaw Jr. — 1996-2000 Assumed controlling interest in 1995 and subsequently became the franchise’s sole owner after acquiring the remaining Griffiths interests. Michael Heisley — 2000-2001 Michael Heisley purchased the Grizzlies in 2000. He initially said he intended to keep the team in Vancouver, but the franchise was relocated to Memphis the following year. All Arenas and Home Courts The Grizzlies have called three major arenas home since entering the NBA: 1. General Motors Place — Vancouver1995-2001 General Motors Place was the original home of the Vancouver Grizzlies. It opened in 1995 and was shared with the. NHL Vancouver Canucks. The Grizzlies played all six of their Vancouver seasons there. The arena was later renamed Rogers Arena. 2. Pyramid Arena — Memphis 2001-2004 When the franchise moved to Memphis for the 2001-02 season, the Grizzlies initially played at the Pyramid. The Pyramid was a distinctive building on the Mississippi River and became the team’s first Memphis home. 3. FedExForum — Memphis 2004-present The Grizzlies moved into FedExForum for the 2004-05 season. The downtown Memphis arena has remained the team’s home ever since. The move to FedExForum represented another important stage in establishing the franchise permanently in Memphis. The NBA’s account of the ownership transition notes that the Grizzlies moved to Memphis in 2001 and into FedExForum in 2004. The Move to Memphis The Vancouver years were difficult on the court. The Grizzlies never reached the playoffs while playing in Vancouver. Michael Heisley became owner in 2000 and ultimately moved the franchise to Memphis for the 2001-02 season. The relocation gave the franchise a fresh start. The name remained the Grizzlies, but the team began building a new identity around Memphis basketball. The Grizzlies have had two owners: Michael Heisley 2000-2012 Heisley purchased the franchise in 2000 while it was still in Vancouver. He became the owner who completed the move to Memphis. He remained owner through the organization’s rebuilding years and the emergence of the first truly successful Grizzlies teams. Robert J. Pera 2012-present Technology entrepreneur Robert J. Pera purchased the Grizzlies from Heisley in 2012 after the NBA Board of Governors approved the transaction. Pera remains the franchise’s controlling owner. The Pau Gasol Era The most important early Memphis player was Pau Gasol. Memphis selected Gasol with the third overall pick in the 2001 NBA Draft. He immediately became one of the franchise’s most important players. In his rookie season, Gasol averaged 17.6 points and 8.9 rebounds per game and won the 2001-02 NBA Rookie of the Year Award. He became the first player representing the Grizzlies franchise to win the award. Gasol spent more than six seasons with the Grizzlies before being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2008. He later won two NBA championships with the Lakers and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. NBA Rookie of the Year as a Grizzly The Grizzlies have produced one NBA Rookie of the Year: Pau Gasol — 2001-2002 Gasol won Rookie of the Year while playing for the Memphis Grizzlies. This is an important distinction because the franchise has had other outstanding rookies, but Gasol is the only Grizzlies player to win the NBA’s official Rookie of the Year award. NBA Most Valuable Player as a Grizzly No Grizzlies player has won the NBA MVP Award. This applies to both the Vancouver and Memphis versions of the franchise. Several Grizzlies players have received MVP consideration, made NBA All- teams or become major NBA stars, but no player has won the league’s regular-season Most Valuable Player… Continue reading The Complete History of the NBA’s Grizzlies
Arizona Cardinals: A History of the NFL’s Oldest Continuous Franchise
The Arizona Cardinals are one of the most historic franchises in professional football. Their story began in Chicago more than a century ago, continued through St. Louis, moved to Phoenix, and eventually reached the present-day home in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals are the oldest continuously operating professional football franchise. The organization traces its roots to the Morgan Athletic Club, founded in Chicago in 1898. The team became the Chicago Cardinals and joined the NFL as a charter member in 1920. Over the decades, the franchise has been known as the Chicago Cardinals, Card-Pitt, St. Louis Cardinals, Phoenix Cardinals and Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals have won two NFL championships, in 1925 and 1947, and their greatest modern achievement came when they won the NFC Championship in 2008 and advanced to Super Bowl XLIII. The Beginning: From Morgan Athletic Club to the Cardinals The franchise began in Chicago in 1898 as the Morgan Athletic Club. Chris O’Brien became one of the central figures in establishing the organization. The team eventually became known as the Cardinals because of the color of its uniforms. Rather than abandoning an old set of uniforms, O’Brien reportedly described their color as “Cardinal red,” and the nickname remained. In 1920, the Cardinals became one of the original members of the American Professional Football Association, which soon became the National Football League. That makes the Cardinals one of the two surviving franchises from the original 1920 NFL, along with the Chicago Bears. Cardinals Franchise Names Through the Years 1898–1920 — Morgan Athletic Club and early Chicago Cardinals 1920–1943 — Chicago Cardinals 1944 — Card-Pitt During World War II, the Cardinals temporarily combined with the Pittsburgh Steelers because of the shortage of available players. 1945–1959 — Chicago Cardinals 1960–1987 — St. Louis Cardinals 1988–1993 — Phoenix Cardinals 1994–present — Arizona Cardinals The franchise’s geographic journey is one of the most unusual in NFL history. All Cardinals Owners The Cardinals have had a relatively small number of ownership groups compared with their age, largely because of the remarkable length of the Bidwill family’s ownership. All Cardinals Owners Chris O’Brien 1898–1929 Chris O’Brien was the principal early owner and one of the foundational figures of the franchise. He sold the Chicago Cardinals to David Jones in 1929. David Jones 1929–1932 Jones owned the Cardinals for approximately three years before selling the franchise to Charles W. Bidwill. Charles W. Bidwill Sr. 1932–1947 Charles Bidwill purchased the Cardinals in 1932 and began what became the NFL’s longest-running family ownership tradition. Bidwill died in 1947, before seeing the Cardinals win the NFL championship that season. He was later inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Violet Bidwill Wolfner 1947–1962 Following Charles Bidwill’s death, his widow, Violet Bidwill, became owner. Violet was a remarkable figure in NFL history. She was the Violet Bidwill Wolfner history and guided the Cardinals to the 1947 NFL championship during her first season as owner. She also oversaw the franchise during its 1948 division championship season and eventually made the decision to move the Cardinals from Chicago to St. Louis in 1960. Charles “Stormy” Bidwill Jr. and William “Bill” Bidwill 1962–1972 After Violet Bidwill died in 1962, her sons Charles Jr. and Bill inherited the Cardinals. The brothers operated the franchise together for approximately a decade. William V. “Bill” Bidwill. 1972–2019 Bill Bidwill purchased his brother’s share in 1972 and became the Cardinals’ sole owner. His ownership included the team’s final years in St. Louis, the relocation to Arizona in 1988, the Phoenix Cardinals era, the transition to the Arizona Cardinals name in 1994, and the team’s first Super Bowl appearance. Under Bill Bidwill, the Cardinals moved from Sun Devil Stadium to their present-day home in 2006. Michael Bidwill 2019–present Michael Bidwill became owner following the death of his father, Bill Bidwill, in 2019. Michael had previously served as Cardinals president and had been heavily involved in the development of the team’s modern business and stadium operations. The Bidwill family therefore has maintained ownership of the Cardinals for more than nine decades. Every Stadium Called Home by the Cardinals Few NFL franchises have had a more complicated history of home stadiums. Normal Park — Chicago 1920–1921 and 1926–1928 Normal Park was one of the Cardinals’ earliest NFL home fields. The Cardinals returned there after playing elsewhere during part of the 1920s. Comiskey Park — Chicago 1922–1925, 1929–1930 and 1939–1958 Comiskey Park, primarily associated with Major League Baseball’s Chicago White Sox, served as a major Cardinals home for many years. It was also the site of the Cardinals’ dramatic 1947 NFL Championship victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. Wrigley Field — Chicago 1931–1938 The Cardinals played their home games at Wrigley Field, the famous home of baseball’s Chicago Cubs. For several seasons, Wrigley Field therefore served as a home for two NFL teams as well as the Cubs. Soldier Field — Chicago 1959 The Cardinals played four home games at Soldier Field during their final season in Chicago. Metropolitan Stadium — Bloomington, Minnesota 1959 The Cardinals also played two home games at Metropolitan Stadium during their final season before moving to St. Louis. Forbes Field — Pittsburgh 1944 During the temporary Card-Pitt merger with the Steelers, several games were played at Pittsburgh’s Forbes Field. Busch Stadium — St. Louis 1960–1965 When the Cardinals moved from Chicago to St. Louis in 1960, they played at the baseball Cardinals’ Busch Stadium, then known as Sportsman’s Park. Busch Memorial Stadium — St. Louis 1966–1987 The Cardinals moved into the new Busch Memorial Stadium in downtown St. Louis in 1966. The St. Louis Cardinals enjoyed some of their strongest regular-season success during the 1970s, winning NFC Eastern Division championships in 1974 and 1975. Sun Devil Stadium — Tempe, Arizona 1988–2005 The franchise moved from St. Louis to Arizona in 1988 and initially played at Arizona State University’s Sun Devil Stadium. The team was known as the Phoenix Cardinals… Continue reading Arizona Cardinals: A History of the NFL’s Oldest Continuous Franchise
