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Talk about going out with a “BANG” – Dr. Robert Furchgott must have laced the pipelines of Orlando with his before he bit the dust.

As men, we should have all learned something from Tiger Woods. Well, maybe not learn but; AT LEAST have enough sense that’s common to let things blow over before following in his footsteps.

Unfortunately, his dear friend Shaquille O’Neal didn’t get that memo.

According to a report, Shaq had an 18-month affair with model Dominica Westling. “A source familiar with the situation has stated that the couple not only exchanges steamy emails but; also has cybersex using a Web camera.”

As if things couldn’t get worse, less than 24-Hours later model Vanessa Lopez filed a lawsuit in Florida claiming that after her affair with O’Neal he harassed her, sent nasty text messages, and even threatened her.

If only we could have put the puzzle pieces together over the years…

We could have seen this coming based upon some of the nicknames he’s carried over the years. One that comes to mind is, “Wilt Chamberneazy” – who would of known that was for his performances in the bed, rather than in the paint?

After pulling our best Jessica Fletcher and digging to the bottom of things, we’ve figured out how this nickname surfaced. You ready for this? This is good…

It was appointed to him by non other than Kobe Bryant! In his spare time away from playing “Fluff the Pillows” Bryant coined this nickname for Shaq in efforts to pay homage/comparison to Wilt Chamberlain. It’s been noted that Shaq considers this his favorite nickname and even had it printed on his baseball caps. Who would of known that was for his accomplishments surpassing 20,000 off the court, and not 25,000 on it?

Tear your hearts out ladies. It seems as if Yankees star, and New York City legend Derek Jeter has settled down.

He wasn’t just taking a page out of Alex Rodriguez’s book by finding a good luck charm like Kate Hudson for the pennant race. Derek Jeter has been spotted with Friday Night Lights beauty Minka Kelly and it appears more serious than her cheering for her man in the front row of a Yankees playoff game.

After months of speculation that the Yankees’ hunk and his sexy steady Minka Kelly are headed to the altar, The NY Post has learned that the super couple may have settled on a wedding date — Nov. 5.

Settle down Yankee fans, you will notice that the wedding date is set days AFTER the pinstripes win back to back world series rings. The only thing this wedding may interfere with is the championship parade.

The Post has been all over this story and they’ve confirmed the report by spotting a curious entry in the official calendar at the ritzy reception palace Oheka Castle in Huntington, LI, for the first Friday in November that reads simply “JETER wedding.”

The opulent Oheka features a French-style chateau hotel and spa, with an exquisite main ballroom and formal gardens with eight reflecting pools and three fountains.The castle — the second-largest private residence in the United States — has hosted lavish parties for royalty, Hollywood stars and heads of state for nearly a century. Teen idol Kevin Jonas was married there last month. Oheka, known for fiercely protecting the privacy of its guests, would not comment.

This blog entry will create a lot of heartbreak for many women, I’m here to say it will cause heartbreak for a lot of men too if Jeter bats under .300 this season!

Here is the aforementioned Minka Kelly on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson. I have to congratulate Derek Jeter for finding a truthful gal like Minka . She says: “I have a little Irish in me, I do yeah.” Many of you men and women out there thought Derek Jeter was just dropped from the stork a model-like, career .317 hitter. Many of you men and women out there thought DJ was Italian, Jewish, or Spanish but; I’m here to confirm Kelly’s story and tell you his father was African American and his mother was of Irish descent.

As I type this me and my broken heart is tearing the tape from all four corners of my Friday Night Light’s poster and yanking it down from above my bed. You can have her DJ, but don’t let me catch you pulling an Eldrick — Or else!!!

TAGS: Yankees | Friday Night Lights

Written By: Ari Bazinsky

After a long hiatus, I figured I’d get back in the blogging game with my take on everyone’s favorite serial philanderer: Tiger Woods. We’ve all heard the numerous theories over the past few weeks. His wife bashed in the window while chasing him. He was on sleeping pills. He was drunk. Well, I have a theory of my own. I think Tiger was chasing the most hallowed record in sports.

You see, he’s already captured the world of golf. Nobody on the PGA Tour should even be on the same course as him. So Tiger decided to crossover and challenge Wilt Chamberlain’s 20,000 women mark. Now I know what your thinking: “Nobody’s touching 20,000. That’s tougher than DiMaggio’s 56 game hitting streak.” But I think Tiger is going for it and I’m pretty sure he’s going to get it.

Consider the facts. Fourteen have already come clean, which in celebrity numbers is approximately 7,428. Plus, he’s only 33-years-old. With modern ED drugs, that’s like being a horny college freshman all over again (which raises an interesting question: should Wilt’s record be counted separately since he was performing in the pre-Viagra era?) And with the advancements we’ve made in prenatal genetics, I’d say Tiger is about a decade away from having his own fleet of Aryan porn stars to tear through at his leisure. So even with this minor PR setback, I think he hits 20,000 before his 60th birthday. Now all that’s left is to see how the overly-competitive Michael Jordan reacts to this revelation.

Some may say “Enough with the Tiger Woods stuff already” but; this topic is grand for many reasons. First, who knew Elin had such a mean swing of her own? And second, let’s take a look at some of the ladies Tiger’s been chasing. That’s a wide range, of all shapes and sizes. Tiger doesn’t hate when it comes to women. They’re grrrrrrrrrrrrreat!

The Saints Win! The Saints Win! Theeee, oh, he missed it?


Saints owner Tom Benson (above) was celebrating his teams 3-point victory they pulled out 20-17 over the Tampa Bay Bucs as time expired. He and his wife Gayle were jumping for joy as if they sealed the #1 overall spot in the NFC and moved to 14-1 on the year. Last weeks effort against Dallas was nothing more than a smudge in the rear-view mirror. Kicker Garrett Hartley nailed the 37-yard field goal with ease.

Oh, wait…Something isn’t right. Why is the Superdome silent and the only noise seems to be coming from my own box?



Gayle, get off me! I don’t think he made it. Nope, seriously Gayle, he missed the kick. Gayle, get off me – grab my phone, call Sean, see if we can challenge this I swear the ref put his arms up.



Sean isn’t answering? What time are the Eagles playing, Gayle? 4:15? Ok, perfect – call McNabb see what happens next, this game can’t possibly end in a tie can it?

Little did Mr. Benson know he would of been joyed at the site of a scoreboard reading 17-17 and tied. The missed 37-yard field goal resulted in the game going to overtime where rookie kicker Connar Barth later nailed a 47-yard field goal to make it back to back wins for the Buccaneers.

In a stunning turn of events that likely caused Gator fans to check every viable source of sporting information across internet-land – it’s been confirmed that head football coach Urban Meyer is stepping down.

When Coach Urban Meyer was admitted to the hospital following the SEC Championship game, it was reported that he was suffering from dehydration. Later it was reported that he was suffering from chest pains.

ESPN is reporting that Urban Meyer’s heart muscle has a defect, and that is the reason for his surprising resignation from the University of Florida.

Meyer has been to the hospital at least twice since suffering chest pains after the SEC title game, a Florida source told ESPN. The heart problems are stress related, not congenital.

Although, doctors say it isn’t life threatening – it is serious enough for Meyer to step back and address it immediately.

Meyer has scheduled a press conference for Sunday afternoon in New Orleans.

What does this mean for Gator-Nation?

Urban Meyer, Tim Tebow, Riley Cooper, Jermaine Cunningham, and Brandon Spikes are definitely gone. Dan Mullen departed last season and Charlie Strong has left for Louisville as of now this season. That’s Florida’s head coach, QB, defensive coordinator, leading wide receiver, defensive coordinator, defensive end, and middle linebacker. Can you Gator fans handle more bad news?

Meyer’s departure means Florida’s loaded junior class is almost certainly NFL-bound. Say toodles to starting cornerback Joe Haden, defensive end Carlos Dunlap, tight end Aaron Hernandez, the Pouncey twins, and defensive backs Major Wright and Ahmad Black.

Reports have it that a number of their 2010 verbal commitments have already been contacted by Florida State, Miami, Tennessee, and many others but; have yet to hear from Florida on the Urban Meyer news.

Nothing should be taken for granted in this world, so let’s take a look at Meyer’s accomplishments at Florida.

After calling it quits after five seasons in Gainesville and two national titles. He goes into the bowl game with a 56-10 record at Florida that includes a 32-8 mark in league play and a school-record 22-game winning streak ended early this month against Alabama.

“I have given my heart and soul to coaching college football and mentoring young men for the last 24-plus years and I have dedicated most of my waking moments the last five years to the Gator football program,” Meyer said in a statement. “I have ignored my health for years, but recent developments have forced me to reevaluate my priorities of faith and family.

“After consulting with my family, Dr. Machen, Jeremy Foley and my doctors, I believe it is in my best interest to step aside and focus on my health and family.”

“Coach Meyer and I have talked this through and I realize how hard this was for him to reach this decision,” Foley said in a statement. “But, the bottom line is that Coach Meyer needed to make a choice that is in the best interest of his well being and his family. I certainly appreciate what he has meant to the University of Florida, our football program and the Gator Nation. I have never seen anyone more committed to his players, his family and his program. Above all, I appreciate our friendship.”

Potential successors to Meyer could include Oklahoma’s Bob Stoops, Boise State’s Chris Petersen, Arkansas’ Bobby Petrino, who was the other top candidate in 2004 when Meyer got the job, former Florida Gator and Super Bowl-winning NFL coach Mike Shanahan and former Meyer assistants Dan Mullen and Charlie Strong. Former Florida offensive coordinator Mullen just finished his first season as head coach at Mississippi State. Defensive coordinator Strong was named the head coach at Louisville earlier this month.

Many think that this health issue will not be career ending but; if that were to be the case even at the young age of 45, Meyer should be considered a legend. The way he has turned around every program he has ever been a part of is what legends are made of. He will truly be missed.

TAGS: Florida Gators | Urban Meyer | College Football