A Good Week for Inaccuracy

It's been a week of crazy, unconfirmed rumors, and a whole lot of 'done deals' reported in the media turned out to be incomplete. Here's a sampling of the widely-reported rumors that turned out to be untrue (and this is just the stuff from the last 72 hours):



-Juergen Klinsmann's the new head coach of the UN Men's National Team!

-Juergen Klinsmann rescinds his name from consideration for USMNT coach. (Though this may have been MLS' fault.)



-Rich Rodriguez is going to Alabama!

-Rich Rodriguez rescinds his name from consideration for the Alabama job.



-Manny's Gone!

-Manny's not going anywhere.



-Bonds isn't going to get a contract offer from the Giants!

-Bonds is going to the Cardinals!

-Bonds has re-signed with the Giants.



-John Garland's staying! Going! Gone! Staying!

A Good Week for Inaccuracy

It's been a week of crazy, unconfirmed rumors, and a whole lot of 'done deals' reported in the media turned out to be incomplete. Here's a sampling of the widely-reported rumors that turned out to be untrue (and this is just the stuff from the last 72 hours):



-Juergen Klinsmann's the new head coach of the UN Men's National Team!

-Juergen Klinsmann rescinds his name from consideration for USMNT coach. (Though this may have been MLS' fault.)



-Rich Rodriguez is going to Alabama!

-Rich Rodriguez rescinds his name from consideration for the Alabama job.



-Manny's Gone!

-Manny's not going anywhere.



-Bonds isn't going to get a contract offer from the Giants!

-Bonds is going to the Cardinals!

-Bonds has re-signed with the Giants.



-John Garland's staying! Going! Gone! Staying!

LaVar Makes No Sense

LaVar Arrington went before Congress yesterday and said some things that don't make any sense. Let's go straight to the text:

The linebacker, who now plays for the New York Giants, said that in 2003 he was faxed a contract for an eight-year $68 million deal that failed to include a second, $6.5 million roster bonus in 2006. The NFLPA, which was represented at the hearing by general counsel Richard Berthelsen, said it took action against Poston because the union is obligated to ensure that players collect the maximum salary they can in the marketplace.

So let me get this straight: Arrington went to Congress and told them that his agent shouldn't have been penalized for not getting him a big enough contract. He's actually arguing that even though his agent shortchanged him by $6.5 million, the NFL Players Association was wrong in trying to get Arrington more money. This came just a day after Arrington compared the NFLPA to the mob. Oh, and making things crazier, his testimony could lead to actual legislation in the House. Some things just don't make any sense.

Jerome Watch: He Is, In Fact, Alive

Jerome Habel -- though I find it hard to believe -- alive and playing basketball. San Diego State vs. Arizona is coming up on Saturday. While you're waiting, here's the only type of proof that still exists these days: a YouTube video. Enjoy.





{Update: Here and here you can find more of the Jerome.}

Tough Day for the (Soccer) Yanks

This USMNT coaching situation is getting uglier by the day. I just can't see this whole process ending well. At least Cristian Gomez was offered a new contract, though I have to believe that no MVP of a North American league has been offered such a small contract before.