The Kind-Hearted Smart Aleck

Since its inception following the not guilty verdict of George Zimmerman in the killing of Trayvon Martin, I've been a firm supporter of the Black Lives Matter movement. Yes, "all lives matter," but it seems that black lives often get tossed to the side like they're of little or no value, to the point where many decided to stand up and say, "Black lives matter (too)!" However, like with all movements, as well as the police force, Black Lives Matter is far from perfect. I, for one, just from a nationwide perception standpoint, didn't think taking the mic away from Bernie Sanders at a rally was the wisest of moves. Did it create a buzz? Yes. Did it inspire some people to join the cause? Yes again. However, did it sway people who were on the fence about the movement? Unlikely. Then this past weekend, during a march at the gates of the Minnesota State Fair, for approximately thirty seconds, some Black Lives Matter members were heard chanting, "P...

1. Peyton Manning (Denver): The Broncos have gone from one of the worst to one of the best offenses in the league this year - scoring 30 or more points in 9 of their 14 games and in 7 of their last 9. They scored 30 or more just twice all year last year, in 18 total games (two playoff games). For as great as Aaron Rodgers and Tom Brady are, not even they do what Peyton Manning does behind center. The guy is the best. He took an average Denver offense and made them one of the very best (and in just one season). 2. Aaron Rodgers (Green Bay): I would have ranked him 1st last year in his once-in-a-lifetime Madden kind of season. His receivers haven't helped him out a great deal and without much threat of a run game, the pressure has been placed firmly on Rodgers' shoulders. While he may not be my top quarterback at this juncture, he's still in the top three (along with Brady), without question. Also, unlike Manning or Brady, Rodgers can run for a first down here and there w...