JD's Sunday Deuce Points (Dumps like a Truck, Thighs like what?!?)

1. NFL Preseason 

Cincinnati Bengals

"Pick me, pick me, pick me...ah, man."

These were the words that echoed in my mind the first time I wasn't picked in 1st grade dodge ball.  And, pretty much, this is the story of NFL Training Camp.  If some of you are addicted to HBO's Hard Knocks: Training Camp with NFL Team X, so am I.  This year's series features the Cincinnati Bengals.

Fortunately for all of you, I was on the field for the Bengals' first exhibition between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Atlanta Falcons.

Margus Hunt, a 26 year old DE from Estonia, got some significant playing time in the 2nd half versus the Falcons.  The 6'8" 280-lb Estonian was intimidating to stand next to on the sideline - absolutely huge - he had thighs like what?!?

But, even more impressive was that he had 2 tackles in his first outing. You see, Mr. Hunt is among the players vying for a roster spot on the Bengals.  So, every practice, every preseason game is critical for him. Keep an eye on him because in a few weeks, he and others will be echoing, "pick me, pick, pick me..." hopefully without dumps like a truck.

Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons acquired Steven Jackson in the off-season. Hopes are high for Jackson, but in the opener, he only had 5 rushes for 8 yards, which was hardly explosive.

Before entering the GA Dome, I did notice the GBI Bomb Squad outside. I was kind of hoping they would have to put Steven Jackson in the bomb disposal, but he wasn't explosive enough. Keep an eye out.

2. Random Thoughts 

My wife and I were replacing the sheets on our King Size mattress today, and I came to the sudden realization that...beds are OUTDATED.

The United States hasn't operated under a Monarchy since 1776, so, why are we still referring to beds as King, Queen, etc.

My proposal: Let's blow this bitch up and start referring to King Size beds as Presidents, Queens as Vice Presidentesses, and Doubles as Speakers of the House.