Dwight Howard Wants More Noise In Amway Arena Magic Fans

Dwight Howard was interacting with fans when a fan admitted that 85 percent of the time fans don't cheer as loud as they could. The truth is that did not sit well with Dwight Howard as he wants them as loud as possible from game 1 to the playoffs. Howard says he gives 110 percent every night no matter who the Magic are playing to the fans and he wants just as much back. Whoa Dwight Howard let's get real for a moment here.

First I have watched a number of your games and there has been times you have not given 110 percent. You may think you have, but the tape does not lie. I am sure you try hard, but no player can say they give there all on every play it just does not happen. I will agree with you the crowds should be louder, but that won't happen unless they want to do it.

People in the stands pay for their tickets and have the right to cheer, boo, or just sit and do nothing. That is their right when they plunk down their money for the ticket. Getting Amway as loud as possible would be nice, but the chances it happens night after night is really just a pipe dream. Mr. Howard be happy with the fans that yell and scream as getting them all to do just isn't happening.

2011 Kansas City Chiefs NFL Preview

Today, we are looking at the 2011 Kansas City Chiefs, and the 2011 season could prove very interesting for them and their fans. Kansas City is going off a season that seen them make the playoffs. Kansas City was 7-1 at home which was one of the keys to their success last season.

This coming year the Chiefs will need similar seasons from quarterback Matt Cassell, running back Jamaal Charles, and wideout Dwayne Bowe. If the Chiefs can get similar performances in 2011 they should be fine on offense. The key is these three players must stay healthy and not miss any games.

On defense the Chiefs need good years from Glenn Dorsey and Eric Berry. The defense can be a little inconsistent at times, but with Romeo Crennel handling them they should be fine in 2011. Crennel can coach defense with the best of them and will have them playing at a high level.

Many people think the Chiefs will be as good as last year or better, but I do not buy into that thinking. They won many games as people did not take them seriously. This season will be a lot tougher and we will see what they are made of. The Chiefs are talented and should contend for the AFC West title again.

Is Nebraska Ready For The Big Ten?

All the contracts have been sign and now Nebraska must get ready for Big Ten play shortly. Are the Cornhuskers and their fans over confident entering the Big Ten? Many people wonder if Nebraska can adjust to playing in different venues and a different style of college football. The truth is the Big Ten style actually fits into the mode that Nebraska has played for many years. Line up and see who buckles first.

Running the ball has always been something Nebraska has done well and they will continue to do it in the Big Ten nothing will change there. The one thing that Nebraska will have to get use to is the pride factor that each Big Ten team has and will show them week after week. Big Ten teams know Nebraska is good, and they want to prove they can play with them on a consistent basis. Being over confident is something Nebraska must not let happen if they want to win a Big Ten title. Nothing has changed for the Cornhuskers they still must perform at a high level if they want to reach their goals. Big Ten or Big 12 you must perform on the field week after week.

Bo Pelini will have the Cornhuskers ready for the Big Ten, but you cannot go in over confident or counting on wins. You have to treat each game as important not looking past any opponent. The Big Ten has many good teams that would love to say they beat Nebraska in their first season in the Big Ten. Over confidence is something Nebraska must stay away in their first season in the Big Ten.

Big Ten Legends Preview: Your Winner Is?

Today we will look at the Big Ten Legends Division and predict the winner and where others will finish. This is an interesting division and should be fun to watch for Big Ten fans all season long. Let's get started with the preview and crown the Legends Big Ten Winner.

6th:-Minnesota Golden Gophers

It seems Minnesota always struggles in college football and being in the legends division does not help them one bit. The biggest problem for the Gophers is they just do not have enough talent to compete and it will be another dismal year in Minnesota.

5th:-Michigan Wolverines

Michigan has fallen a long way in a short time. After a horrible performance in the Gator Bowl Michigan decided they needed a new coach and brought in Brady Hoke. Michigan has weapons on offense with QB Denard Robinson and others. On defense they gave up a lot of yards last year, but should be better. It is going to take some time.

4th: Michigan State Spartans

Not alot was expected of Michigan State last season and they pulled on a 11-2 record. The schedule was favorable and they had some luck on their side as well. I do not see Michigan State having such luck this season though. Sparty must go to Notre Dame, Ohio State, Nebraska, Iowa and Northwestern. That makes it real tough on them.

3rd: Iowa Hawkeyes

Iowa was a disappointment in 2010 after a good season in 2009. It seems when Iowa disappoints one year they come back the next year with a vengeance. I look for it to be that way this season. Look for Iowa to be much better this coming season.

2nd: Northwestern Wildcats

Northwestern had a great year, but it could have been much better. If quarterback Dan Persa can stay healthy the sky is the limit for Northwestern. They no longer are a surprise in the Big Ten and could challenge for the title.

1st: Nebraska Cornhuskers

Nebraska comes from the Big 12 to the Big Ten, but it should not be that much of an adjustment for them. The Cornhuskers have loads of talent on both sides of the ball and should win the Legends division without a problem. The adjustment period should not last long for them.

MLB Schedule August 8, 2011

Chi White Sox
Baltimore
7:05pm ET

Boston
Minnesota
7:10pm ET

Atlanta
Florida
7:10pm ET

Kansas City
Tampa Bay
7:10pm ET

San Diego
NY Mets
7:10pm ET

Colorado
Cincinnati
7:10pm ET

Washington
Chi Cubs
8:05pm ET

Seattle
Texas
8:05pm ET

Houston
Arizona
9:40pm ET

Philadelphia
LA Dodgers
10:10pm ET

Pittsburgh
San Francisco
10:15pm ET

2011 San Diego Chargers NFL Preview

The San Diego Chargers have high expectations, but they have that every year and it seems they never reach it. San Diego always starts slow it seems, but picks it up towards the end and they cannot continue to do that. The one thing the San Diego Chargers must do in 2011 and that is be more consistent on both sides of the ball.

On offense the Chargers have one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL in Phillip Rivers. He can do anything you ask of him and has emerged as a team leader in the process. The one area that the Chargers need to improve on is being able to run the ball an area they struggled in last season. They have some talented wide receivers and one of the best tight ends in Antonio Gates.

The defense is something last season the Chargers can build on. Ranked No.1 based on yards per game given up. The problem for the Chargers were on special teams where they gave up plenty of big plays that put them in bad situations. This cannot happen this season if the Chargers want to contend.

San Diego is the class of the AFC West, but the problem is they do not play like it all the time. This has been a recurring problem for the Chargers. If they want to win a NFL title they must be more consistent and play like they want to win a title. They have the talent, but they still have to perform on the field. That is something so far they have not been able to do.

MLB Scores August 7, 2011

Atlanta 6
NY Mets 5
Final

St. Louis 8
Florida 4
Final

San Diego 7
Pittsburgh 3
Final

Toronto 7
Baltimore 2
Final

Oakland 5
Tampa Bay 4
Final 10

Milwaukee 7
Houston 3
Final

Detroit 3
Kansas City 4
Final

Chi White Sox 7
Minnesota 0
Final

Cincinnati 8
Chi Cubs 7
Final

Washington 3
Colorado 2
Final

Seattle 1
LA Angels 2
Final

Philadelphia 1
San Francisco 3
Final

LA Dodgers 3
Arizona 4
Final