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I used to have it made. I grew up following three amazing sports teams. Teams that were rich with tradition. Teams that consistently won championships. Together, we could do no wrong! Over a three year span, my teams won a College Football Championship, a College Basketball Championship and a World Series Title. IU Basketball - 1987, Notre Dame Football - 1988, Cincinnati Reds Baseball - 1990.

Those were the glory days; those were the greatest years of my life. Ages 9 through 12. Its been all down hill since.

Ryan 's Recent Articles

LAKE FOREST, IL - APRIL 3: Quarterback Jay Cutler of the Chicago Bears holds up his #6 jersey after he was introduced as their new quarterback during a press conference on April 3, 2009 at Halas Hall in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Jim Prisching/Getty Images)

My Favorite Website...to Hate

Published 6 months ago
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Indianapolis: Bandwagon Central

Published 7 months ago
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CINCINNATI, OH - APRIL 2: Fans sing the National Anthem prior to Opening Day between the Cincinnati Reds and the Chicago Cubs April 2, 2007 at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati, Ohio. Cincinnati led 5-1 after five innings. (Photo by Thomas E. Witte/Getty Images)

Open Letter To Reds Fans

Published 7 months ago
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PHILADELPHIA - OCTOBER 29: Brad Lidge #54 of the Philadelphia Phillies throws a pitch against the Tampa Bay Rays during the continuation of game five of the 2008 MLB World Series on October 29, 2008 at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies won 4-3. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Fantasy Baseball Rookie: First Impressions

Published 7 months ago
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Favorite Athletes

Larry Bird, Junior Griffey, Barry Larkin, Kenny Anderson, Tracy Jones
Favorite Sports Teams

Cincy Reds, Indy Colts, Hoosiers, Irish
Favorite Coaches

Bob Knight, Coach K
All Time Sports Moment

Back to Back Eagles on High School golf team. First 2 holes. (Carded a 45 on Front Nine)
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cal Ripken's Consecutive Games
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Big 10

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by Robert
7 days ago

Hello Everyone, take a look at this important article. It will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. Thank you very much and God Bless!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake
by Bob
3 months ago

This one is very personal to me. It is about a wonderful children's stoy and grassroots movement benefitting kids who play for the love of the game.

I encourage you to take the time to check it out.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/222937-come-to-think-of-itthe-inspiring-message-of-a-glove-of-their-own
by Bob
3 months ago

This one is very personal to me. It is about a wonderful children's stoy and grassroots movement benefitting kids who play for the love of the game.

I encourage you to take the time to check it out.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/222937-come-to-think-of-itthe-inspiring-message-of-a-glove-of-their-own
by Joel
5 months ago

I know bad calls are a part of sports... but these are some of the worst I have ever witnessed.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/177211-the-top-10-worst-calls-in-my-sports-history
by Paul
6 months ago

Ryan-
I have found over the past month or so that I write best when I allow my heart to lead my head. Please check out my latest, I would be interested in any feedback you may have, or even anyone who would make your team. Thanks

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/167828-the-baseball-players-i-root-for
by Leroy
6 months ago

Hi Ryan! How are you?

I’m finally back, after almost a week off. I returned with all guns blazing; I polished this piece until it shines like silver!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/166177-forgotten-stories-of-courage-and-inspiration-roy-campanella

Please stop by and give this piece a look. Let me know what you think afterward! Thanks so much for reading!
by Andrew
6 months ago

A Story From A True Patriots Fan...check this one out...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/164812-a-story-from-a-true-patriots-fan
by Joel
6 months ago

What do you think of my picks for the Colts?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/160726-nfl-draft-09-the-indianapolis-colts
by Leroy
6 months ago

Hi, Ryan, how’s it going?

I returned to my first true love – baseball – with an inspirational story that I hope you will enjoy:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/160125-forgotten-stories-of-courage-and-inspiration-gene-bearden

If you get a minute, please take a look and let me know what you think. Thanks!
by Leroy
7 months ago

How’s it going, Ryan? Here’s my latest:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/156243-the-three-es-of-bleacher-report-educate-engage-and-entertain

If you have a minute, take a look, and let me know what you think!!
by Ryan
7 months ago

Who was better, Joe Montana or Steve Young?

I've done more research for this article than any other I've ever written as I went inside the numbers in an effort to answer that very difficult question.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/155771-joe-montana-vs-steve-young-an-extensive-look-inside-the-numbers

If you get the chance, I'd love to get your feedback.

Thanks :)
-Ryan Michael
by T.A
7 months ago

Check out my list of the NFL's Top-10 first overall draft picks. Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/155562-top-10-nfl-first-overall-picks

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