Penn State Nittany Lions Football

So, we'll be heading out to the tailgates early this year (at least at the beginning of the season) - PSU has announced the start times for the first 3 home games (to add to those already announced) - so far the home season looks thus:September 5 - Akron - 12pm September 12 - Syracuse - 12pmSeptember 19 - Temple - 12pmSeptember 26 - iowa - 8pmOctober 17 - minnesota - 3:30pmImage: Wikipedia

Following mini-camp, the Seahawk rookies have been taking part in a 2 week work-out before their summer break.Seattle's strength and conditioning coach, Mike Clark, explained that it gives them a chance to see the strength levels of the rookies and to get them into a routine.“So the beauty of this time with the rookie is, I already had them leveled – at least I think I did – so now I can just tweak them a little,” Clark said.It happened the other day with wide receiver Deon Butler, when... the team’s third-round draft choice displayed more strength in one drill than Clark had anticipated.“So I was able to bump him a level in that one category,” Clark said.You go Deon!more>>

Steelers signed 3 of their 6 draft picks, including center, AQ Shipley.

Although it's way too early to speculate on any result in the appeal process, Orson Swindle over at EDSBS apparently has access to some phone call transcripts - oh, the perks of the mainstream media...

that we're on our way.Per CDT online...The Patton Township Board of Supervisors, following the lead of State College Borough Council, approved an ordinance Wednesday that allows township residents in single-family homes to keep chicken hens.The ordinance passed 3-1, with Josh Troxell, Jeff Luck and Walter Wise in favor and Bryce Boyer opposed. Chairman Elliot Abrams was not present.The new regulation permits up to four chicken hens per single-family dwelling except on lots of 2 acres or more,... where up to eight chickens are permitted.more>>

This week Derrick Williams, Detroit Lions' rookie, spoke with the Detroit Free Press about his upcoming rookie season and how he is acclimating to the area.He's just as charming as ever.And, omz, if that isn't the cutest picture ever - And don't be hatin' on the tat - it's cause he's fast...HT: BSDPhoto: Freep.com

The Top 10:10. Lane Stadium - Virginia Tech09. USC Stadium - Southern Cal08. Autzen Stadium - Oregon07. DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium - Texas06. Neyland Stadium - Tennessee05. Gaylord-Oklahoma Memorial - Oklahoma04. Ohio Stadium - Ohio State03. Tiger Stadium - LSU02. Beaver Stadium - Penn State01. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - FloridaHT and the rest of the top 25: Rocky Top Talk

So, in the 50th (yes, 50th) round of the MLB draft, our own Anthony Scirrotto was selected by the Kansas City Royals.Pitcher, Scott Kelley was also picked by the Royals, in round 23. PSUer to be (incoming freshman), Renny Parthemore, was drafted by the Boston Red Sox, in round 18.In round 38, Corey Wine was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies (1157th pick, overall).Scirrotto is still listed on the Panthers' active roster - HT: psubaseball on TwitterRoster Pic from: Panthers.com

The brainwashing continues.We did some resistance swivel chair training this morning - of course, his 4 year old sister showed a little more dedication - but there is time.

What the heck are we supposed to do on Saturday when there's no football? Shopping? Clean the house and do laundry? It's not as if you can set aside a few hours each Saturday to watch your favorite basketball, hockey or baseball team - they play at all sorts of different times and on different days - You can't watch Nextel Cup racing - it's on Sunday - you could watch some golf or tennis - but what's the point really, everyone knows that Sunday is the money day.Oh well, happy offseason to... you all - be sure to check out Nittany White Out's daily count down to the Season Opener...more>>

Jordan Norwood has been working out with the Cleveland Browns while donning the number 2.I'm sure Deon is jealous.

According to the Seahawkaddicts, Deon Butler has changed his jersey number (from 85) to 11. Seahawks.com confirms.He's #1 twice.He is not normal.Oh, and Aaron is doing well.

Since the Blue White game we've been discussing/brainstorming some possible themes and improvements for the tailgate. We haven't finalized anything but here are a few ideas...Definite:Oktoberfest (illinois);Cafe Lionnaise (tba); and,Clam Bake (tba).Possible:Wild Wild West;Tea, Sir;Brunch of Champions;Stirfry;Caribbean; and/or,Greek.Oldies, but goodies:Italiano;Pro Lions;Retro Diner;British Pub...

What's a ship captain's least favorite vegetable?a leek.har har.Anyway - earlier this week PSU announced that Sean Lee (LB) and Daryll Clark (QB) had been elected as co-captains of the 2009 Penn State Football team.Excellent, obvious choices.Go State!