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Nathan Atkins joined March 2009

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About Nathan »

I'm currently the writer for the sports blog 365 Sports. I attend Valparaiso University and play football there. I am also a communications major, with an emphasis on New Media Journalism. I have been a Titans fan since They came to the state as the Oilers. I currently live in Illinois, and am also a White Sox fan. It's a strange combination of teams I am aware. To confuse people more, I am from Kentucky, and a huge UK fan. I hate Louisville, and Rick Pitino (sellout). I'm a Miami Hurricanes fan when it comes to college football, I've been a fan since 2000 when I saw my first game. There demeanor and possible arrogance, has always been something I've envied. Lastly, to complete my strangeness I do not have a favorite NBA team.

365 Sports: http://allsports365.wordpress.com/

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Favorite Athletes

Kobe Bryant, Carmelo Anthony, Ray Lewis, Peyton Manning, Deion Sanders, Alexander Ovechkin, Michael Irvin, Randy Moss, Jodie Meeks, Tayshaun Prince
Favorite Sports Teams

Tennessee Titans, Chicago White Sox, University of Kentucky
Favorite Coaches

Tubby Smith, Rick Pitino, Jeff Fisher, Ozzie Guillen, Tony Dungy
All Time Sports Moment

Tennessee Titans-St. Louis Rams Superbowl 1999
Most Memorable Game Attended
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cy Young-511 Career Wins
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?
Pele or Maradona?

Maradona
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus
Petty or Earnhardt?
Schumacher or Senna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC

Latest Articles »

No Man Better for the Job : Why Kyle Orton Will Excel for the Denver Broncos

07/30/2009

1,245 reads 23 comments 0 likes

Is Larry Johnson Washed Up, Or a Victim of the Curse of 400 Carries?

07/29/2009

420 reads 6 comments 0 likes

Is Steve McNair a Hall Of Famer?

07/12/2009

129 reads 1 comments 0 likes

High School Team Penalized For Jersey, Seriously?

03/24/2009

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Craig Santucci said...

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Pierce Out: New Linebackers on Display

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294806-ny-giants-captain-out-linebackers-of-the-future-on-display

4 days ago

Matt Shea said...

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Hey there! I just created my first slideshow on BR! Come check out my starting lineup for week 3 in college football w/analysis & predictions:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/257295-college-football-starting-lineup-for-week-3

[Feedback is appreciated]

69 days ago

Saulo Padua said...

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hey Nathan, check my preview on the Giants-Cowboys game next Sunday night, tell me what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/254882-new-york-giants-dallas-cowboys-preview-time-to-spoil-the-party

see ya

72 days ago

Adrian Staehle said...

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http://bleacherreport.com/articles/252862-adrian-staehle-presents-project-99

74 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hello Nathan, here is the follow up article on George Martin. I would appreciate it if you would take a look at it and leave your support in the comment area. Feel free to pass it around. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/244249-give-george-martin-a-key-to-nyc

89 days ago

micheal malcolm said...

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Hey Nathan,

The Toronto Raptors still have questions entering their training camp, here's my article looking at some of those questions. Comments are welcomed, opinions required!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235041-raptors-training-camp-questions-and-perspectives

Thanks for the Support

Mike

105 days ago

Giants27 said...

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Nathan,

Here's my week 19 waiver wire:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/232356-the-fantasy-baseball-waiver-wire-week-19?just_published=1

110 days ago

Graham said...

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Hey Nathan,

Here's pt. 2 of that Bill Russell series. Hope you enjoy it!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231667-the-man-behind-the-rings-the-story-of-bill-russell-pt-2

111 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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What is Joey Dorsey's real height? I talk about that and his status with the Houston Rockets in my latest article.

Please check it out and provide your comments. Much appreciated!

ro

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231323-joey-dorsey-what-is-your-real-height

112 days ago

James Adkins said...

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Please checkout my new article about KC's Derrick Thomas going into the HOF this weekend...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/231201-a-decades-best-in-kansas-cityderrick-thomas-arrives-in-canton

Thanks,
James

112 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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Just finished two new articles on U of H football. My 2009 season predictions and star quarterback Case Keenum being named a watch list candidate for the Davey O'Brien Award.

Please take a look at both and provide your excellent comments!

Thanks so much.

ro

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230165-university-of-houston-cougars-2009-schedule-and-predictions

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230194-case-keenum-on-obrien-watch-list

114 days ago

Punkus said...

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Jarvis Moss calls it quits?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228914-desire-does-jarvis-moss-have-it

116 days ago

Leroy Watson said...

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Glad you enjoyed them, Nathan! There are some SERIOUSLY talented writers on this site.

My wife and I are leaving for Nashville; I will either read your piece late tonight or else tomorrow afternoon!

Have a great weekend! I will be sure to comment after I read your article.

117 days ago

Leroy Watson said...

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Hi Nathan, how are you?

Check out this amazing piece by Graham Brunell, highlighting Bill Russell:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227600-the-man-behind-the-rings-the-story-of-bill-russell-pt1

118 days ago

Richard O'Neal said...

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Just published an article on the NBA letting corporate sponsors advertise on practice jerseys...are game jerseys next?

Please comment and let me know what you think.

ro

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227360-advertisements-to-be-on-nba-practice-jerseys?just_published=1

118 days ago

Nathan's Achievements & Awards (3) »

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No Man Better for the Job : Why Kyle Or…

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Make 'Em Say Huh? Why Percy Miller Jr. …

Received 1,000 Reads • March 19, 2009
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Latest Articles »

No Man Better for the Job : Why Kyle Orton Will Excel for the Denver Broncos

Is Larry Johnson Washed Up, Or a Victim of the Curse of 400 Carries?

Is Steve McNair a Hall Of Famer?