NBA Off-Season Headlines

Congrats to the Spurs for winning their 5th NBA Championship over the Miami Heat. It capped off another exciting season for the NBA. Now that the season is over there are a few big headlines to watch out for this offseason. 

The Big Three:

The biggest story of this off-season is that Lebron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh all have the options to opt out of their contracts and play elsewhere. Dwayne Wade is the only one considered a lock to stay in Miami. After getting beaten soundly by the Spurs in the Finals, the Heat know they need to make some changes before the season gets under way. The only guaranteed contract for the Heat next year is Norris Cole so they need to bring people in. The Big Three could all opt out of their contracts and sign with the Heat for less money so that the Heat can afford to bring more valuable free agents. If Lebron and Co. do not get what they want expect to see them in different uniforms next Summer.

Carmelo Anthony:

According to sources, Carmelo has opted out of his contract and will test free agency. The Chicago Bulls appear to be the best fit for Anthony. Anthony, along with a healthy Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah would be an NBA title contender immediately. The Bulls were ranked last in the NBA in scoring offense and he would be a huge boost to that. The other possible destinations for Carmelo include Houston, Lakers and possibly even the Heat might go after him.

Kevin Love

Another big story is where Kevin Love will be playing next year. He still has another year left on his contract but has let the Timberwolves know that he will become a free agent after next season anyways. Love is an All-Star Power Forward that could turn a team into a championship contender. If the Bulls do not get Carmelo Anthony, then they would love to go after Love. The Warriors are also a strong contender to get his services.

So many storylines to look out for this off-season. What we do know is that it will be exciting and that next season will be just as exciting.

Until Next Time,

Nathan Krispin

Boy Meets Sports

Assessing the UT Quarterback Position

Football time in Tennessee begins in 76 days. Us Tennessee fans are still wanting to know who will be the starting QB this year. It is considered a 3 horse race right now. For the first time that I can remember there was not a QB in our signing class so we are stuck with the 3 players who started a game last season. Riley Ferguson just recently decided to transfer. Many expected him to win the job. He took a redshirt last season because of an injury. This leaves a void. Let us take a look at the 3 candidates.

Justin Worley (#14):

Probably the most likely candidate to win the job. He is the Senior while the other two are Sophomores. Derek Dooley blew his redshirt his first year by having him take one snap at the end of the game. Worley played awful early on and lost his job for the Florida game. He came back for the second half and played decent. He played great during the Georgia and South Carolina games. He was lousy against Alabama and eventually broke his hand in the game which forced him to miss the rest of the season.

Joshua Dobbs (#11):

Dobbs had a tough task by having to come in midway through the Alabama game and starting the Missouri, Auburn, Vandy and Kentucky games so he gained some experience by playing against 3 Top 5 teams plus Vanderbilt. He is the quickest and most explosive of the 3 and can add a different dynamic with his speed if Butch Jones lets him. He showed flashes of potential but needs to work on his pocket passing. If he improves that he can be very dangerous.

Nathan Peterman (#12):

Every Tennessee fan remembers the first half of the Florida game. If Nathan Peterman never takes another snap at QB at Tennessee that will be his legacy. He was awful, one of the worst performances I have ever seen. He also had an injury that game and never played the rest of the season. I am sure he is working hard to prove that that performance was just a fluke and he is better than that. 

My Depth Chart:

1. Worley

2. Dobbs

3. Peterman

I know this is the most predictable choice but this is how the depth chart should look like. Worley is the Senior leader and deserves to play. Dobbs and Peterman did not do much to make us excited for the future. If Worley plays awful, then put Dobbs in and see what he can do. Worley should be able to do a serviceable job. If so, we should get a good QB in our recruiting class who will start the year after next.

Until Next Time,

Nathan Krispin

Boy Meets Sports