Week 4 NFL Predictions (Current Record 31-18)

Detroit at Dallas  Cowboys

 Carolina at Chicago  Bears

Buffalo at Cincinnati  Bills

Tennessee at Cleveland  Titans

Minnesota at Kansas City  Vikings

Washington at St. Louis  Redskins

New Orleans at Jacksonville  Saints

 Pittsburgh at Houston  Texans

 San Francisco at Philadelphia  49ers

NY Giants at Arizona  Giants

 Atlanta at Seattle  Falcons

Miami at San Diego  Chargers

New England at Oakland  Patriots

Denver at Green Bay  Packers

NY Jets at Baltimore  Ravens

Indianapolis at Tampa Bay  Buccaneers

Three years ago, the Baltimore Ravens had a ferocious defense that was coordinated by 300 plus bound cocky yet confident student of the game. Because of his success, this many was hired as a head coach. Leaving Baltimore with a few of the members of that defense, he was certain not leave that attitude. New York Jets head coach, Rex Ryan, anticipates this Sunday nights matchup against his former team. Last year in week one, his team, led by then sophomore quarterback  Mark Sanchez, fell short to the Ravens by just one point. Since Ryan's departure, he has reached the AFC Championship game twice, while the Ravens have failed to win in the divisional round both years. This game promises to be a defensive dogfight as it was a year ago, however, with the Ravens returning home they will play on a high level and earn the victory.

RCW Maryland No Remorse Review

In a building in which this generation of a fans are accustomed to seeing goals scored by the Baltimore Blast, or the older generation remember many boxing matches, fans turned out to the Du Burns Arena for another great show from Maryland's rising independant wrestling company, Real Championship Wrestling.

Derek Frazier open up the show and set the tone immediately by addressing the crowd and letting them know that unfortunately Osiraian Portal would have to forfeit titles due to an injury. As Frazier was announcing how the tag titles would be decided, he was interrupted by BLK OUT members, Ruckus, Robby Mireno, and The Black Jeez.

Ruckus indicated that he was giving the titles to BLK OUT. Frazier immediately voided that match. He placed Ruckus in a match with a new comer, which he lost, and Mireno in a match with Ophidian which he also lost.


A match I was really looking forward to was The Black Jeez vs Ryan McBride. These two had a lot of animosity built up and they really displayed it in the ring. In the end, McBride would get himself disqualified, but that would not stop him from continuing to punish the Black Jeez at the conclusion of the match.

Christian York recieved his rematch for the RCW World Heavyweight Championship against Azrieal. When Azrieal won the title on August 6, he celebrated by running all over the DU Burns Arena. On this night, celebration time was over. These two really took it to each other, and many times during the match, I thought that perhaps Azrieal's title win was a fluke. In the end, Azrieal used a roll up with a Ric Flair-like assist from the ropes to score the victory.

Rookie Torrey Smith Makes a Record Breaking Debut as the Ravens Destroy the Rams

About 1:00 pm Sunday Afternoon, Ravens rookie wide-receiver  Torrey Smith tweeted, "On the way to the stadium....excited about my first start...I have a good feeling about today." At 7:30, a good feeling would be an understatement.

Smith in his first NFL start caught three touchdown passes from quarterback Joe Flacco and finished the game with 152 yards, as the Ravens destroy the St Louis Rams 37-7. Smith set the record for most touchdowns by a rookie receiver in their first start.

Joe Flacco would not be outdone. He threw for 389 yards with three touchdowns and a quarterback rating of 103.6. Flacco set a career high in passing yards and attempts with  48.

The man who many feel is the best half back when it comes to the check down, Ray Rice would also shine bright in this game. He ran for 79 yards on eight carries and caught for 83 on five receptions. That was more than any of the Rams receivers.

The defense, who was criticized for their horrific play against the Tennessee Titans last week would come out and play the way that the city of Baltimore is used to. Led by Hialoti Ngata, who the Ravens locked up for a contract extension in the middle of the week held the Rams to seven points, with a total of 244 yards. They sacked Bradford five times, including one that would lead to a forced fumble by Ray Lewis, which allowed Ngata to return the ball for his first career touchdown.

Next week, the Ravens return home, against their former defensive coordinator Rex Ryan and the New York Jets (2-1). The Ravens defeated the Jets 10-9 a year ago in week one. The Jets are desperate to rebound as the travel to Baltimore.

WEEK 3 NFL Predictions (Current Record 19-13)

Houston at New Orleans Saints
NY Giants at Philadelphia Eagles
Jacksonville at Carolina Panthers
New England at Buffalo Patriots
Miami at Cleveland Dolphins
San Francisco at Cincinnati 49ers
Denver at Tennessee Titans
Detroit at Minnesota Vikings
Baltimore at St. Louis Ravens
NY Jets at Oakland Raiders
Kansas City at San Diego Chargers
Arizona at Seattle Cardinals
Atlanta at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Green Bay at Chicago Packers
Pittsburgh at Indianapolis Steelers
Washington at Dallas Cowboys

*Week 2 12-4

The Match of the week, The Chicago Bears hosting the Green Bay Packers in a rematch of last years NFC Championship game. These two teams have hated each other since the beginning of time. The Bears defeated the Falcons in week one but fell short to the New Orleans Saints. The Packers have been hot. They defeated the Saints in week one, followed by the Panthers in week 2. A year ago, the Packers were not at full strength. They won a Super Bowl with nearly their second string team. Coming back at full strength, they are almost unstoppable. This will be a true test to the Bears who lost a week ago if they can slow down the champs.

Mark Henry, from the Olympics to World Heavyweight Champion

Mark Henry began his career in the WWE in 1996. Before entering the WWE, he competed in the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. Henry participated in weightlifting in the super-heavyweight competition. In 1996 he returned and was named team captain. He only finished 14th after suffering a back injury.

Henry signed a ten year contract with the WWE in 1996. His debut match was September 22, 1996 with Jerry "The King" Lawler. They battled at In Your House: Mind Games where he picked up the win. He had aligned with Rocky Maivia, Marc Mero, and Jake the Snake in his first year.

In 1998, Henry joined the Nation of Domination, led by Farooq. His allies were Kama Mustafa, D'Lo Brown, and Rocky Maivia, who was know known as The Rock. When the team over threw Farooq, and The Rock took over and renamed the group "The Nation," Henry remained. with the group.

After the Nation disbanded in the Fall of 1998, Henry and D'Lo Brown went on to become a tag team.

During the Summer of 1999, he and D'Lo Brown came so close to winning the tag team titles on multiple occasions, but came up short. When Brown became the Intercontinental and European Champion, Henry turned on him and costed him both titles in a match with Jeff Jarrett. Jarrett later awared Henry the European title for his help. That was his first taste of Championship Gold. He lost the title back to Brown a month later.

Later in the year, Henry was known being known as "Sexual Chocolate." During this time, he had brief romance with Chyna. He would later admit to being a sex addict. Apart of his sex addiction, Henry later impregnated Mae Young. Young would have a miscarriage after Viscera body splashed her.

In 2000, he was sent to Ohio Valley Wrestling. He would not return to the WWE TV until 2002.

When he returned, he often displayed many reasons why he is the "World's Strongest Man." One night on Smackdown, Henry bent an iron pan using his raw strength.

In 2006, he engaged in a feud with the Undertaker. This led to the Undertaker challenging Henry in a casket match at WrestleMania. Many thought that Mark Henry could be the first to defeat the Undertaker at the biggest spectacle in sports entertainment. Henry came up short.

A year later, he would gain vengeance on the Undertaker. After The Undertaker and Batista engaged in an epic World Heavyweight Championship cage match, that ended in no contest, Henry would come down and beat the battered Undertaker into a bloody mess. This allowed Edge to cash in his Money in the Bank contract and win the title. After this match he and the Undertaker would feud which led to the Undertaker putting Henry out of commission briefly.

When he returned Tony Atlas became his manager. Atlas a former tag team champion with Rocky Johnson said that he could help lead Henry to success. At Night of Champions 2008 he faced Big Show and Kane and went on to win the ECW Championship.

Before winning the title, Michael P.S. Hayes, a member of the creative team and former member of the Fabulous Freebirds found himself in a verbal altercation with Mark Henry. During this time, it is said that Henry was offended by some of Hayes' comments. On of which Hayes indicated that he was more ni**er than Henry. Hayes was suspended. Many say that Hayes is a huge supporter of Henry and the fact is that he wanted Henry to be successful.

After Henry lost the title, he was left under the radar. In April 2011, he was drafted to Smackdown. The night of the draft, he attacked his teammate John Cena, who would later be re drafted to Raw. From that night on Henry promised that he would take any and everything that was in his way until he was the World Heavyweight Champion.

Henry's victims include but are not limited to, The Big Show, Kane, and even the sound man. At SummerSlam, he defeated Sheamus by count out when he slammed him through barricade. In the next few weeks, Henry won a battle royal on Smackdown that named him the number one contender for Randy Orton's World Heavyweight Championship.

Leading up to the match, Henry reminded everyone that he has been with the WWE for 15 years, and that there would be nothing that would stop him from winning the title. When the time came, Henry absolutely dominated Orton, and it was the World Strongest Slam that gave Henry his first World Heavyweight Championship.

Interview with The Big Ticket" Jb stevens

MEBD: How long have you been wrestling
JB:  2 Years
MEBD: Where did you start your career
JB: *Danger Zone Championship Wrestling
MEBD: What have been some highlights in your careerJB: Being involved in the same event as Tito Santana even though i was only reffing it was great to meet him
MEBD: Who did you idolized growing up and why?
JB: Taz D'lo Brown and the Rock taz because he was so brutal and calculated and i love suplexes dlo because he wasnt the average big man he was agile and the rock cause of his swagger
MEBD: What was your favorite match growing up and why
JB: Jerry Lawler Vs Texas Tornado to unify the WCCW and AWA titles great back and forth match between 2 legends
MEBD: What are your career goals in the business? 
JB: I would love to hold the top belt in 2 separate promotions and maybe one day sign a deal with a major federation
MEBD: What would you say is your best match on your career and why?
JB: Bull rope match with Tony Douglas we wrestled for 62 minutes and were both bloody messes
MEBD: Do you find it hard to maintain a personal life while being a professional wrestler
JB: Yes kinda but life is a bout time management the good thing about being on the Indy circuit is you work when you want to. I am fortunate to have an everyday job as well as a music career to keep me busy but i love everything i do so it basically is my life
MEBD: What do you think about tough enough and would you ever participate?
JB: I like the concept and yes why not if i win that's a WWE contract and if I lose that's more booking cause now I have been on a national show and people know my face more
MEBD:  What do you think about the state of professional wrestling today and Impact Wrestlings Wrestling Matters" campaign
JB: Its good on the indie level more exiting then ever on the major level with the exception of Mark Henry and CM Punk its pretty much the sh*ts and I dont mean that in a good way and TNA is right,  wrestling does matter so maybe they should push all those guys that can wrestle and no the old wash ups
MEBD: How do you manage your personal and professional life?
JB: The beautiful Shelby Hanley keeps me focused on track i call her my time manager
MEBD: Where do you see your career in ten years?
JB: Graduate from college hopefully job wrestling if not I'm also a writer so maybe a creative team job somewhere I'm also currently involved with the start up of ICU wrestling so hopefully we make it a big name indie
MEBD: Anything you want to say to your fans??
JB: Respect the indie guys cause just cause we dont have WWE or TNA money we still break our bodies for alot less money and have fun at shows dont be so worried about the names on the card just enjoy wrestling its the greatest form of entertainment everMEBD: What is your opinion on black wrestlers and how would you make an impact on the business to change the perception
JB: Its not good at all right now all we got is R Truth and Mark Henry TNA doesn't even have a black wrestler and i would make an impact by not playing the stereotype im not gonna be thugging and rapping. I'm gonna be a**hole that speaks with good grammar and Im gonna make you love me or hate me I can do both haha 
MEBD: You said TNA does not have a black wrestler, what about the Pope and D-Von Dudley?
JB:  But thy both are non factor a year ago D-Von was half of team 3d and Pope was a main eventer they had nothing to do for, so they put em together
MEBD: How can you be reached and booked
JB: Facebook, Twitter @ realjbstevens or by phone 314 484 8762 I am my own booking manager 

Mr Main Event's Night of Champion Thoughts, Mark Henry New World Heavyweight Champion!

Night of Champions, a night in which every title in the WWE is defended. This is a night where you are almost guaranteed to see at least one title change. Tonight, the WWE Universe witnessed the two most important change hands, the World Heavyweight and the WWE titles.

 For fans who have been loyal to the WWE for years, they saw Mark Henry, a 15 year veteran earn his first World Heavyweight Championship. Henry has been terrorizing the Smackdown roster for the entire summer, and he stated that his goal was to win the World Championship, which he accomplished by defeating Randy Orton in a dominating performance.

John Cena defeated Alberto Del Rio in a solid match. I was not expecting much from this match, however I was not disappointed. It was not a bad, nor boring match, but it was not Cena-Punk either. For the first time, I actually was not upset that John Cena came out as the new WWE Champion. In my opinion, at the end of this man's career he will be a 25 time champion.

Triple H and CM Punk's No Disqualification match really lived up to the hype. At least, I think so. These two had a lot of pinned up emotion and they really took it to each other from start to finish. Triple H was in the ring for the first time since facing the Undertaker at WrestleMania in April. The Game really proved that he could keep up with Punk. Punk, who has been on a roll all Summer, threw everything at Triple H except the kitchen sink. However, Nash entered the ring, only to knock both men out. And just when Triple H landed a sledgehammer to Kevin Nash, out came R-Truth and Miz, who stated that they were tired of the conspiracies. In the end, it was Triple H defeating Punk and maintaining his role of the Chief Operating Officer of the WWE. We all know that CM Punk will be back, but in what form.

Kelly-Kelly surprised me. I just knew that her title reign would be over at the end of the night. Every time I see her take on Beth Phoenix, I become more impressed. Phoenix has really brought out the best in her. Prior to their matchups, the divas division seemed to be a dying breed. Now watching Kelly Kelly seems to be interesting because she has really improved her craft.

Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase Jr work so well in the ring together. When the two debuted as a tag team, I just knew that DiBiase Jr would be the star of this group. He seemed to have all the makings of a future world champion. However, he just cannot seem to get over. The two had a solid match tonight, but in the end it was Cody Rhodes outsmarting DiBiase to retain his Intercontinental Championship.

The United States Championship match was very entertaining. Since the Royal Rumble, I have said and will continue to say that Dolph Ziggler is a future main event star. He may not be the biggest, but his in ring ability and intelligence is well ahead of his class. Ziggler escaped with the victory tonight and retained his US Championship by simply outsmarting Alex Riley, Jack Swagger, and John Morrison.

The new team of Air Boom did not prove whether or not they are a fluke. The match simply ended in a disqualification. The Miz and R-Truth believed that they were victims of a conspiracy after the referee allowed  Evan Bourne and Kofi Kingston to execute a tag because he said that he heard one, but would not do the same because he did not hear it from Miz and Truth. I liked this a lot. This would lead to the Miz and R-Truth leaving in an uproar and as they indicated they would do something about the "conspiracies."

Matt Hasselback destroys the Ravens Secondary

After blowing out the rival Pittsburgh Steelers, the Baltimore Ravens took on an old rival, with a new face. Matt Hasselback and the Tennessee Titans defeat the Ravens 26-13.

Many feel that the Ravens are one of the best teams in the NFL and possibly a favorite to go to the Super Bowl. However, after their matchup with the Titans, there are a lot of questions left to be answered. Hasselback absolutely picked the Ravens apart. Receiving help from his offensive line, Hasselback threw for 358 yards and a touchdown. He was never sacked in this game.

The Ravens offense did the exact opposite from last week. Just when fans felt that the team finally had an offense  that can score willingly. Today, that did not seem to be the case. Flacco could never get in rhythm. He was sacked three times and he threw three interceptions.

Next week the Ravens travel to St. Louis to face the Rams. This will be a very important game for them, especially with the Jets coming to town the following week

Chris Johnson seeks Revenge on the Ravens

January 10, 2009 was the last time the Baltimore Ravens and the Tennessee Titans faced each other. The Titans who were home, were the favorites against the Ravens. The Titans who were 13-3 were the best in the AFC and the favorites to win the Super Bowl that year.

The Titans begin the game dominating the Ravens on the ground, thanks to rookie halfback, Chris Johnson. Near the end of the first half, Johnson was injured as one the Ravens players fell awkwardly on his ankle. At the time, Johnson had rushed for 72 yards with one touchdown. Averaging over 6 yards per carry, Johnson was well on his way to a huge game. Unfortunately for the Titans, Johnson was unable to return to the game and the Titans were left to depend on veteran quarterback Kerry Collins. The Ravens would escape with the victory thanks to Matt Stover's game winning field goal with 53 seconds left that led to a 13-10 Ravens victory.

Reports have said that Chris Johnson at one point felt that the Ravens injured him on purpose. However, he said that he did not feel that they were a dirty team. When the self-proclaimed King of Baltimore, Terrell Suggs heard this, he responded by saying that they did not do it on purpose and that
Johnson needs to get ready and play football. Sunday's battle promises to be epic. Can one of the leagues premier running backs gain vengeance on one of the leagues best defenses?

BDuB
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Mr Main Event BDuB's Thoughts on Shawn Michaels being back in the WWE this weekend

Canadace Kidd recently reported that Shawn Michaels is headed to the WWE this weekend.Read her blog here.

Why else would Shawn visit Triple H this weekend? This is the Game's first match since his epic battle against the Undertaker at WrestleMania XXVII. Prior to that match everyone just knew that Michaels would get involved one way or another. The last time we saw Michaels on WWE television, he and Punk had an exchange of words. Could this be revenge for Shawn against Punk? Or could Michaels double cross Triple H since he fired Kevin Nash?

It is also possible that Nash and Triple H could be in cahoots all along, and that maybe they are bringing Michaels in an effort to rid the WWE of Punk for good. With this report, Night of Champions has just got even more interesting.

Mr Main Event BDuB
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Week 2 NFL Predictions (Current Record 7-9)

Curr

 New Orleans vs Chicago   Chicago

Detroit vs Kansas City  Lions

 NY Jets Jacksonville  Jets

Buffalo vs Oakland  Bills

Washington vs Arizona  Redskins

Baltimore vs Tennessee  Ravens

Pittsburgh  vs Seattle  Steelers

Green Bay vs Carolina  Packers

Minnesota  vs Tampa Bay  Buccaneers

Cleveland vs Indianapolis Browns

Dallas vs San Francisco Cowboys

Houston vs Miami  Dolphins

New England vs San Diego  Patriots

Denver vs Cincinnati  Broncos

Philadelphia  vs Atlanta Falcons

 NY Giants vs Louis Giants

The Atlanta Falcons are looking to rebound after a disappointing lost in Chicago last week. What better way to do it, then to ruin Michael Vick's homecoming. Vick was the first overall pick by the Falcons in 2001. He was the cover boy of the NFL during his stay there. He was then released and sentenced to jail after being involved in illegal dogfighting. When Vick was reinstated in the NFL he was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles. After proving himself, he earned a mulit-year contract. Last year he led the Eagles to a division championship, and this matchup was my prediction for the NFC Conference Championship game. However both teams would be eliminated by the eventual Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers. Vick and the Eagles played at a very high level against the St Louis Rams last week, however, with the Falcons looking to bounce back and they lose at home very often, I predict that the Falcons will defeat the Eagles in a very close and epic battle

Mr Main Event's Predictions for WWE Night of Champions

Fatal 4-Way U.S. Championship Match 
Dolph Ziggler (C) vs Alex Riley vs Jack Swagger vs John Morrison
In this matchup, Ziggler has his back against the wall. Going against three other phenomenal athletes. This match actually has a chance to steal the show, well it may not be that good, but you get the point. I have often said that Ziggler is the future and in this match he will prove it but escaping with a close victory.

World Heavyweight Champion Randy Orton (C) vs. Mark Henry
This should be a great match and the climax to Mark Henry's Hall of Pain. Orton may have been hot all summer, but so has Henry and what better way for him to end the summer than winning the World Heavyweight Championship. In my opinion, Mark Henry does the unthinkable after 15 years out of the limelight and becomes the new World Heavyweight Champion.

WWE Tag Team Champions Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne (c) vs. The Miz & R-Truth
Ladies and Gentleman, for the first time since 2009, I am actually looking forward to a Tag Team Title Match. I respect the team of "Air-Boom," and The Miz & R-Truth are my favorite wrestlers on Raw. A lot of people feel that they are being buried, and rightfully so, however, with these two being a team in the hunt for gold, I feel that they are still being kept relevant, and mentioning Triple H's name also keeps them relevant. However, I believe Air Boom will hold on the titles, and this will be an ongoing feud between the two teams.

Divas Champion Kelly Kelly (c) vs. Beth Phoenix
In order for the Divas of Doom to be effective, Beth Phoenix must win this one. Kelly Kelly has had the title long enough and in my opinion, her reign ends this Sunday.

WWE Champion Alberto Del Rio (c) vs. John Cena
Alberto Del Rio was exposed by the Hitman Bret Hart on the "go-home" episode of Raw. Bret told Del Rio what CM Punk and Cena told him a couple of weeks after he won the title, and that is now that he has the belt he must act like a champion. He needs to prove to everyone why we should care that he is the WWE Champion. If he can wrestle in a good match with John Cena, then maybe he will prove everyone right. In my opinion, Del Rio wins in a controversial matter.

CM Punk vs. Triple H (No Disqualification Match)
This match will be very personal. Many are saying this is too early, but one thing I have said and will continue to believe, CM Punk claimed he was burned out and under-appreciated. Because of this, he threatened not to resign his WWE contract. The WWE went through hoops just to resign him, and Punk claims that he has received some "perks." Because of that, I know that there has to be something bigger in the future for Punk. As far as this match, with Triple H's position in the company on the line, I think that some way Punk will get screwed which will set him up for a rematch.

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BDuB relfects NFL Week 1

Week 1 is the week that sets the standard for an NFL season.  Teams such as the Baltimore Ravens and the Chicago Bears both looked to rebound after a disappointing year. The Ravens knew that they would have to an immediate test. Week 1, the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Ravens passed the test with flying colors, defeating the Steelers 35-7, playing well on both sides of the ball. The Bears were tested with the NFC's regular season best from a year ago, the Atlanta Falcons. Everyone remembers that during the season the Falcons were almost unbeatable at home, but in Chicago, they were destroyed.

One quarterback exceeds his week one expectations, while another continues his dominance. Carolina Panthers rookie quarterback, Cam Newton exploded on the NFL scene with a record breaking performance passing for 422 yards with two touchdowns and an interception. This was the most passing yards for a rookie quarterback in their first game. Unfortunately, the Panthers fell short to the Arizona Cardinals 28-21. Until Monday night, Tom Brady had never threw for 422 yards. Brady, not to be outdone by anyone, threw for 517 yards with four touchdowns and an interception. This included a record tying touchdown reception from Wes Welker for 99 yards as the New England Patriots defeated the Miami Dolphins 38-24

With Peyton Manning out for several weeks recovering from neck surgery, the Indianapolis Colts knew that this would be a tough season. However, no one could have predicted a 34-7 lost against the division rival Houston Texans. Many people are predicting that this will be the year that the Texans overcome the Colts, and based on their performance in week one, it seems like they are well on a path to success.

Some new faces in new places were somethings that made week 1 exciting. Michael Vick and the Philadelphia Eagles, a team that is a heavy favorite to win the Super Bowl, looked primed and ready. The Eagles went into St. Louis and hammered the Rams 31-13. As for the Rams, injuries look like they will take a tool on them this season, as Stephen Jackson left the game with an injury and Danny Amendola left the game and will miss the rest of the season due to injury. The Kansas City Chiefs made a lot of key additions to their team hoping to go further in the playoffs after winning the division title a year ago. What better way to start the season off, then against one of the NFL's laughing stocks, the Buffalo Bills? This game many consider a huge upset as the Bills pummeled the Chiefs 41-7.

Last but not least, The defending world champion, Green Bay Packers picked up where they left off. Packers quarterback, Aaron Rodgers was almost flawless with 312 passing yards and three touchdowns as the Packers defeat the New Orleans Saints 42-34. Drew Brees actually had a better passing game. He threw for 419 yards with three touchdowns. The Packers are the same team that won the Super Bowl after having numerous injuries occur on the team. The Packers are one of the favorites this year due to the fact they are coming back in full force.

The Main Eventers of the week was the Baltimore Ravens. They played almost perfect. Allowing the Pittsburgh Steelers to only score one touchdown is amazing. Most fans felt that this was deja vu all over again. Ravens lead at halftime, Steelers come back and edge out a victory. However, the Ravens made a statement. This is a new team. As the Ravens came out in the second half and proved to dominate, even adding a trick play,two point conversion, catching the Steelers off guard. The cornerstones of the Ravens franchise,Ray Lewis, Haloti Ngata,Ed Reed,  Ray Rice, and Terrell Suggs all played exceptionally well. This Ravens team look like a Super Bowl team!

Ravens run over the Steel-curtain

Fans know that when the Ravens and Steelers meet twice a year, they are always due for a treat. Coming into this game, Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has been unable to defeat Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger in a head to head matchup. Flacco ends his six game losing streak as the Ravens pummel the Steelers 35-7.

The Ravens went into half time with a 21-7 lead, just as they di4  in the playoffs last season against these Steelers. Steelers fans were very confident that the Ravens would lose their momentum just as they did before. Going into this game, Ravens offensive coordinator Cam Cameron stated that finishing out games would be very important for the Ravens if they plan to be successful this season. In the second half, the team would set a new record for most turnovers in a game with seven, and the offensive line would also show new life only allowing Flacco to be sacked.

The Ravens look really good. By the Ravens offensive line taking the time to actually block, Flacco had a lot of time to find the open receivers. Flacco was 17 for 29 passing for 229 and three touchdowns with a 117.6 rating, his highest ever against the Steelers. Ray Rice was not to be out done. He finished the game with a total of 149 total yards, running for 107 and catching 42. The last time anyone ran over 100 yards against the Steelers was in December 2009. That man was Ray Rice.

Next week the Ravens travel to Tennessee to take on the Titans who lost to the Jaguars on the road in a close one 16-14. The Ravens will be in for a challenge as Chris Johnson and the Titans will be hyped for their home opener!

Interview with C-NOTE MAC (C-LO MAC" of BROOKLYN'S MOST FAMOUS)

Mr Main Event BDUB had the pleasure of catching up with C-Note Mac, you may know him as C-LO Mac of Brooklyn’s Most Famous. Check out this interview as he discusses how he became a professional wrestler, who inspired him and why he feel he can change the perception of black wrestlers.

MEBD How long have you been a wrestling fan, and when did you first decide to become apart of the business?
C Note I’ve been a fan of professional wrestling my entire life NO LIE! & I decided to make a career of it in the fall of 2006.

MEBD: Who is your favorite WWE Superstar of all time and why?

C-Note: This is a tough one I swear but…I would have to say Bret ‘The Hitman’ Hart. I was drawn to the Hart Foundation from the first time I saw them on television. As I got older & was able to comprehend the aspects of pro wrestling Bret Hart stood out even more & not because of his pink tights or catch phrases but because of his in-ring workmanship.

MEBD: What was your favorite match of all time and why?
C-Note: WRESTLEMANIA XX… Benoit v HHH v HBK for the World Heavyweight Championship,I love this match & always will because it told three different stories involving three “STUDENTS of THE GAME” on the biggest stage at an historic venue & in my personal opinion it elevated all three athletes for the better.

MEBD: Who were you trained by?
C-Note WWE Hall of Famer “The Unpredictable” Johnny Rodz.

MEBD: What do you think of the business today as compared to the way it was growing up?
C-Note: Today everybody is GREEN everyone thinks because their a FAN or a “MARK” that they know it all. No one wants to pay their dues & work hard anymore. In terms of the business of back in the day I feel those guys worked the hardest & respected their fellow wrestler in this great brother/sister hood known as PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING.

MEBD: Which professional wrestlers have you met, and how did they influence your career?
C-Note: I’ve met several legends along the way but meeting PAT PATTERSON & “SUPER FLY” JIMMY SNUKA still stands out & compares to no other encounter to this day. Patterson told me to always hit the ring with the same passion I had as a kid watching wrestling,and that always sticks out everytime my music hits & its time to go to work. SNUKA said to remember to always entertain “CUZ BROTHA IF YOU CAN’T DRAW THE PROMOTER WON’T CALL YOU NO MAW (more)”.

MEBD: Can you describe the feeling of walking inside the squared circle and hear fans cheering or booing?
C-Note: I honestly very humbling yet exciting experience I think a person can ever feel.

MEBD: Do you prefer to be cheered or booed?
C-Note: They can CHEER or BOO me,either way they paid to see me,I didn’t pay to see them sit there & watch my every move.

MEBD: Which promotions do you wrestle for?
C-Note: I wrestle for TRU WRESTLING and ULIMITED CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING.

MEBD: How can fans find footage of you?
C-Note: Right now fans can look for me & my tag team of Youtube search: Brooklyn’s Most Famous

MEBD: On Monday Nights you participate in the Wrestling Wrealm conversation on facebook, how often do you become apart of debates about professional wrestling being “real”
C-Note:I try to join the debates as much as possible not only are they entertaining they actually open up your eyes to others views.

MEBD: Most people look at the business from a different aspect once they become a professional wrestler, how did it change for you?
C-Note: HELL YEAH!…I didn’t know so many wrestlers were & are so insecure and how much politics really does play a major part behind the scenes.

MEBD: How do you think that the internet has changed professional wrestling?
C-Note: The internet has changed pro wrestling for the better for a true fan as for a fan that lives in “kayfabe” the internet is the worst invention ever. Internet allows you to know things ahead of time and gives u results of taped programming & I personally appreciate that.

MEBD:What is your ultimate goal in this business?
C-Note: My ultimate goal is to change PROFESSIAL WRESTLING’S outlook on the “BLACK WRESTLER”.

MEBD: A lot of people feel that black wrestlers are not marketable, what would you do different that could change that statement?
C-Note: I believe in being the rage against the machine. I will do all I can to change that preception. Unfortunately when bookers & creative writing teams control the wrestler’s direction there’s nothing much else one can do.

MEBD: Do you have anything that you would like to say to the fans?
C-Note: To each & every fan out there its because of you that I entertain. I once was a fan of wrestling & now I am a wrestler who is a fan of all u guys/gals who come to shows & support pro wrestling. I tell everyone this quote so it applys… “IF YOU STOP DREAMING THEN YOU’VE STOPPED BELIEVING.”

MEBD: How can they reach you, and how can promoters reach you to be booked?
C-Note: I’m social network addict, Follow me on twitter @its_SPOTFACE I also have facebook search Chris Spotface McClain. Promoters can either reach me on twitter & facebook or they can email me at SPOTFACEmixtape@gmail.com

NFL Week 1 Predictions

New Orleans at Green Bay   Packers
Atlanta at Chicago  Falcons
Cincinnati at Cleveland   Browns
Buffalo at Kansas City  Chiefs
Philadelphia at St. Louis  Eagles
Detroit at Tampa Bay  Buccaneers
Tennessee at Jacksonville  Titans
*Pittsburgh at Baltimore  Steelers
 Indianapolis at Houston  Texans
NY Giants at Washington .Redskins
Seattle at San Francisco  49ers
Minnesota at San Diego  Vikings
Carolina at Arizona   Cardinals
Dallas at NY Jets   Cowboys
 New England at Miami  Patriots
Oakland at Denver  Broncos

The Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers are two teams that absolutley hate each other. This year they began the season off in a war. During the offseason, Steelers Linebacker, Lamar Woodley indicated that the Ravens would never win a Super Bowl with Joe Flacco under center. As much as I love the Ravens, I believe the Steelers will take this first match up in Baltimore.

NFL Preseason Picks

AFC East
1. New England Patriots
2. New York Jets
3. Miami Dolphins
4. Buffalo Bills

AFC North
1. Baltimore Ravens
2. Pittsburgh Steelers
3. Cleveland Browns
4. Cincinnati Bengals

AFC South
1. Houston Texans
2. Indianapolis Colts*
3. Jacksonville Jaguars
4. Tennessee Titans

AFC West
1. Kansas City Chiefs
2. San Diego Chargers*
3. Oakland Raiders
4. Denver Broncos

NFC East
1. Dallas Cowboys
2. Philadelphia Eagles
3. Washington Redskins
4. New York Giants

NFC North
1. Green Bay Packers
2. Minnesota Vikings*
3. Detroit Lions
4. Chicago Bears

NFC South
1. Atlanta Falcons
2. Tampa Bay Buccaneers*
3. New Orleans Saints
4. Carolina Panthers

NFC West
1. St Louis Rams
2. Arizona Cardinals
3. Seattle Seahawks
4. San Francisco 49ers

Super Bowl Predictions
Baltimore Ravens over the Green Bay Packers

The Baltimore Ravens have gotten rid of a lot of "dead" weight on their team from the previous years. Derrick Mason, Willis McGahee and Todd Heap were all pro bowl players, however their pro bowl days are over, and they were not able to help deliver the city of Baltimore a Super Bowl Championship. Now having a well balanced receiving core, with the addition of Lee Evans and Torrey Smith (rookie), the Ravens now have the ability to stretch the field. With guys such as Ray Lewis and Ed Reed who are both near the end of the road, this team looks to come and play harder than ever before because it is now or never. The Ravens are my predictions to win the 2011 Super Bowl.

The Green Bay Packers a year ago won the Super Bowl with nearly an entire second string. This year they are dangerous. Their starters are returning, and with a lot of teams making a lot of changes in the NFL, they are one of the few teams who are still intact. I would not be surprised to see this team win their first ten games. However, the chances of winning a Super Bowl two years in a row are very slim, and with a team like the Baltimore Ravens who has a lot of heart, I look for the Packers to fall just short.

Interview with Mia Yim after her tour of Japan

Recently, Mr Main Event BDuB had the pleasure of catching up with Mia Yim after her recent tour of Japan. Check out what she had to say.

MEBD: What would you say was your favorite match throughout your trip in Japan, and why?
MY: It would have to be my Revenge match against Hiroyo Matsumoto or my second to last match there again Ray. Only because both were very hard hitting and seemed like an equal fight. I felt like we both gave our all in the match and you can truly tell.

MEBD: I noticed on your fan page that you sustained your first wrestling injury, exactly how did that occur?
MY: I was practicing a Top Rope Moonsault. I overshot the crash pad and stubbed (Hyperflexion) my toe on the mat upon impact.

MEBD: How would you compare the fans reaction to you in Japan to the reactions in the United States?
MY: The fans, both in Japan and US, respect us. In Japan, they shower us with streamers and even give us gifts. The fans in Japan are quiet and observe the wrestling. It is eerie the first time but I enjoy it. Easier to concentrate on the match rather than a noisy crowd.

MEBD: With your upcoming return trips to Japan, and ring of honors recently television deal, will fans here in the United States ever get to see you on TV?
MY: I think fans will be able to see me on TV but with ROH, I am only a manager so I don’t think you get to see me wrestle much. In Japan, I was on Samurai TV a few times that shows clips of me wrestling. I haven’t seen it but I was told I was on TV haha.

MEBD: The last time we talked, we discussed the moonsault, did you get many opportunities to perfect it on this trip?
MY: I got to practice the moonsault many times in Japan. I executed it to the outside twice during my trip. It is still rare to see me do a moonsault at all though. So don’t get use to me doing it much haha.
MEBD: Since you have been touring Japan, what would you say has been your biggest improvements?
MY: My biggest improvements…everything. I think my whole wrestling ability and skill has gotten stronger. I got to work on my kicks, work on some lucha, work on some chaining and reversals. I think in general, everything has improved.

MEBD: How did this trip differ from the last?
I was here for a month in a half, rather than last time I was only there for two weeks. Being here for a longer period, I got to get a lot more accomplished. I met a lot of new people, I trained at Zero1, I got to wrestle different joshi stars.

MEBD: What do you plan to do differently on the next trip?
MY: I don’t know yet

MEBD: When you was not training, or performing, what did you do to pass the time in Japan?
MY: I would do P90X/Insanity in my room. Hang out with Hailey Hatred and Luscious Latasha. Go out on dates. SHOPPING!!!

MEBD:How can fans get a hold of your footage from Japan?
MY: http://reina0017.cart.fc2.com/

MEBD: The situation is, you have two opportunities, to wrestle in Japan, or wrestle in the WWE and be in the Divas championship match, where does Mia Yim go and why?
MY: Wrestle in Japan. Why? Because I get to actually WRESTLE. I am respected for my wrestling and it is taken seriously in Japan.

MEBD: 2011 has been really good to you, what do you have planned for 2012?
MY: 2012, I plan to get my IT Degree. Once I get that, I plan to pack my stuff and move to Japan to wrestle full time. Hopefully make a name in Japan ^.^