Monday Motivation

It’s Monday but don’t pull the covers back over your head. Go out and getcha some.

Making it happen,

The Last Night’s Game Team

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NFL (National Football League)

When making snow angels sounds more fun than working. The Indianapolis Colts and Buffalo Bills played in white out conditions yesterday. In the snowiest game in recent history, the Buffalo fans stuck it out to watch their team take home an overtime win. Now that’s commitment and maybe a slight bit of insanity considering it was snowing so hard you could barely see the field.

Tennis

To your friend who’s back to work after maternity leave, Serena Williams understands. She announced that she will play in the Australian Open next month, the same tournament she won last year while pregnant. She took off most of last season from competing and daughter Alexa was born in September to Williams and her husband, Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.

Overtime

A heartbreaking video of a student, Keaton Jones, talking about being bullied has struck a nerve with so many. Celebs and athletes alike are using social media for good by bringing the issue of bullying to light and offering their support to Keaton. Tennessee Titans’ (NFL) Delanie Walker offered to fly Keaton to a game and UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) President Dana White invited him to their Las Vegas headquarters so they can hang out.

Sideline stat

Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield was named the top college football player this season, winning the Heisman Trophy. He is the first walk-on player to ever win the coveted award. The grateful player gave a heartfelt speech thanking the coaches who took a chance on him. (Wondering what a walk-on is? Here’s your answer).

Coaches’ corner

Desperate times call for desperate measures. The St. Louis Blues (NHL - National Hockey League) called on a vending machine worker who is also a season ticket holder to play as their emergency goalie in a game. The elated fan played until the replacement player brought up from the minor leagues could make it to the game.

The NHL has a rule that requires each team to have a list of emergency goalies for themselves and for visiting teams. If only that rule was around for Happy Gilmore.

College football bowl season is upon us! Join us for our bowl game pool and pick the winners. It's easy (ESPN even has auto pick) and it's a great way to learn a little more about college football without having to work too hard for it. Oh and there are prizes involved too.

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Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corns And Syrup

If your weekend plans include visits to Santa and holiday parties, you might as well throw on your ugly sweater and wash down your eggnog with a side of sports.

If you can’t bet ‘em, join ‘em,

The Last Night’s Game Team

PS- Now that we have you thinking about eggnog, today’s Tailgate Treat is a great way to spice yours up. It is cold outside after all.  

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College football

If your friend is the Maverick to your Ice Man. This weekend is the storied Army – Navy game in Philadelphia. The regular season is over for most teams but these aren’t two ordinary teams. Both teams will wear special snazzy uniforms for this 127-year old respectful rivalry. PICS - ARMY VS NAVY

Bowl game season is around the corner so why not embrace it and have a little fun? Join our bowl game pool for a chance to win prizes. Besides life’s too short to watch Elf on repeat the whole month. JOIN (password: sportscurious)

 

MLS (Major League Soccer)

When you’re not quite dressed right for the weather. The MLS Championship is this Saturday and we bet those soccer players are wishing they played football for all the extra gear. The Seattle Sounders are playing the Toronto FC (Football Club) in Toronto where it’s going to be a balmy 34 degrees at kickoff with a 70% chance of snow.

Overtime

Olympic gold medal gymnast Simone Biles will be the first honorary cheerleader for her hometown Houston Texans (NFL – National Football League) this weekend. She’ll even get to wear the legendary red boots. The boots dreams are made of.

Sideline stat

The Cleveland Browns (NFL) are on their way to a winless football season. One of their fans has raised the required $10,000 to throw them a victory-less parade should they finish without a win. His fundraising efforts were completed by a $7,683 donation from Excedrin, the headache medication. Apparently the Browns give them a headache too. 

Coaches’ corner

Don’t forget that the Heisman Trophy ceremony is Saturday night, recognizing the best in college football. It’s not simply a boring awards show. (Okay maybe it is but there’s more excitement to it than just an award show). Check out Five Things To Know About The Heisman here.

5 Things You Need To Know About The Heisman Trophy

Saturday night fever has struck college football. On Saturday night, we’ll find out who the winner of the Heisman Trophy is. The award is more than a move on the dance floor, it goes to the best player in college football.

Victory Dance,

The Last Night’s Game Team

PS – The gift of gab is the gift that keeps on giving. Share us with a friend so they too can tackle the holiday party conversation with sports. 

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Five Things You Need To Know About The Heisman Trophy

1. The finalists for the award are:

• Baker Mayfield, senior quarterback from Oklahoma, who is hoping to become the first walk on player to win it.

• Lamar Jackson, junior quarterback from University of Louisville, who won last year. (Only one other player has won twice).

• Bryce Love, junior running back from Stanford, who ranks at the top of the nation despite an ankle injury this season.

FYI – Mayfield is the favorite to win.

2. As if they didn’t work out hard enough to get to the Heisman ceremony, the winner will have to hoist the bronze trophy weighing 45 pounds. They've carried the weight of their team, so this should be no problem.

3. The winner is chosen by over 870 media members, in addition to a vote from every former Heisman winner, 58 currently. There is one vote from the fans for a total of 929 votes. Wonder if Lamar Jackson voted for himself?

4. All three of this year’s Heisman Trophy finalists play for teams whose primary uniform color is red. Maybe the committee was in the holiday spirit?

5. Old guys rule, except when it comes to the Heisman. A senior hasn't won the award since 2006. 

 

That’s not all folks

In today’s sports news, Beyoncé once again graces the sports world with her presence, why the Olympic Committee is saying nyet to the Russians and the cover of Sports Illustrated is unveiled. READ MORE