Summer Quarterback

Here it is the 5th of July, 2 weeks after the longest day of the year and just 25 days until Pittsburgh opens training camp. 3 quarterbacks are making and going to make the sports pages interesting for some to read about in weeks to come. First is Big Ben on the outside looking in with his 4 maybe 6 game suspension. After his one-on-one interviews with Bob Pompeani and Sally Wiggin, it makes me wonder were they worth even doing. My philosophy here is real simple: actions speak louder than words. Big Ben, no matter what you say, you have to show it and do it. Next is the southpaw from Newport News VA and VA Tech, Michael Vick. I think most football fans are worn out hearing about the escapades of Michael Vick. Nothing would surprise me on the investigation for his whereabouts during his 30th birthday party celebration. Remember just 3 years ago while Vick was free on bail on his Interstate Dog Trafficking charge, Vick tested positive for marijuana in a random drug test. This was a violation of the conditions of his release while awaiting sentencing in federal court for his felony conviction. His NFL jersey at one time was one of the hottest sellers in the league along with Big Ben's. Vick is 30 years old and has a ton of football ahead of him. But is he going to be around to play this game in the NFL? And then to continuing saga of Brett Favre. Favre turns 41 this 2010 season if he plays. Many fans have filed verbal complaints about the press time Favre soaked up during the summers of 2008 and 2009. The publicity on Favre this summer will not be the same as it was in the past. I think Favre is going to play this 2010 season for Minnesota. Favre has a record that is incredible with 309 consecutive starts(including playoffs). He has a record which some fans may deem meaningless but to me is an interesting record. Favre has 37 touchdown passes of only 1 yard. Another record he possesses is a negative for Favre. Brett Favre has 30 interceptions in playoff games(ouch). Last but not least, Favre is the first known active NFL player to be a proud grandfather at the age of 40. As we all know, the best philosophy is to take one day at a time.