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Uncle Popov is retired from Bleacher Report. He will not longer write exclusively for the Bleacher Report. He has decided to focus more time on his family and finishing up his dissertation!

He will continue to write at his personal website http://unclepopov.wordpress.com. Check it out if you have time. He will occasionally bring over pieces from that site to B/R.

Uncle Popov has enjoyed writing here. He was surprised by the initial reaction (and the number of reads) to his first piece The White Devil in Basketball, as well as the number of reads for pieces on Ricky Rubio, Alexander Ovechkin, and Brett Favre. But it has never been about the numbers (of reads) but simply having an outlet to express his opinions on sports. However, when time to focus on what is most important (family and work/school...in that order), Uncle Popov felt he should trim the fat (B/R) because he still has his personal website for sports ranting.

Big ups goes to Max Tcheyan for "recruiting" the Uncle and extending the invitation.

Thanks also goes to all the editors, but especially Mosang Miles. Uncle Popov believes that Mosang is the best editor on B/R.

A big thanks goes to the 33 people who thought enough of Popov's writing that they became fans. He sincerely appreciates it.

Lastly, thanks to anyone, even dissenters, who took that time to read the pieces written by Uncle Popov. It means a lot.

UP is now off to drink some Polish vodka!

Uncle's Recent Articles

SAN DIEGO, CA - DECEMBER 23: Quarterback Andy Dalton #14 of TCU runs with the ball against the tackle of Safety Jeron Johnson #23 of Boise State during the San Diego County Credit Union Poinsettia Bowl at Qualcomm Stadium on December 23, 2008 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Donald Miralle/Getty Images)

Message to TCU and BSU Football Fans: Don't Blame the BCS System

Published 6 days ago
772 reads 21 comments

FOXBORO - OCTOBER 18: Vince Young #10 of the Tennessee Titans leaves the field as Pierre Woods #58 and Mike Wright #99 of the New England Patriots converse at Gillette Stadium on October 18, 2009 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Patriots won 59-0. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

NFL Shutouts: Why This Season Has Left So Many Teams Feeling Defenseless

Published 14 days ago
285 reads 4 comments

GAINESVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 19: Head coach Lane Kiffin of the Tennessee Volunteers watches the action prior to the game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 19, 2009 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Lane Kiffin Should Blame His Players, Not SEC Officials

Published 16 days ago
903 reads 5 comments

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - JANUARY 3: Austin Scott #33 of the Penn State Nittany Lions looks on during the 72nd Fed Ex Orange Bowl against the Florida State Seminoles at Dolphins Stadium on January 3, 2005 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Penn State defeated Florida State 26-23 in triple overtime. (Photo by: Doug Benc/Getty Images)

Austin Scott's Lawsuit Against Penn State Is a Fumble Waiting to Happen

Published 26 days ago
414 reads 10 comments

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Uncle Writes About

Uncle Popov commented on NCAA Football Top 25 Week Ten: TCU Remains No. 1, Alabama Is the New No. 2
Uncle Popov commented on SEC Officiating: Incompetence Or Protecting Sacred Cows?
Uncle Popov commented on Message to TCU and BSU Football Fans: Don't Blame the BCS System
Uncle Popov has picked Ranking 10 of the Most Unique Offensive Attacks in College Football as a favorite article
Uncle Popov commented on BCS Championship Prediction: Why Texas Will Roll Over Alabama
Uncle Popov has picked Why the SEC Schedulemakers Are Screwing the Alabama Football Team as a favorite article

The Short List What Uncle thinks about sport's most pressing questions

Favorite Athletes

Bo Jackson
Favorite Sports Teams

Ottawa Senators, Alabama Crimson Tide, Hawai'i Warriors, Tampa Bay Rays
Favorite Coaches

Joe Paterno, Mike Singletary, Mike Leach
Most Memorable Game Attended

Hiroshima University versus Okayama University - my first start at split end [as a fan, 1998 Alabama v. BYU - got to see LaVell Edwards, then Shaun Alexander went crazy for five TDs]
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Most points scored by one team in a college football game - 222 by Georgia Tech
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Oscar Robertson [but of the two, Russell]
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

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

SEC (but also MWC and WAC)

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by Steven
16 days ago

James Montgomery formerly of Cal currently at Washington State will his story become another inspirational one?http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279299-james-montgomery-will-face-an-uphill-battle-that-he-can-hurdle
by Matt
about 1 month ago

No problem man... glad to help.
by Mosang
about 1 month ago

Never a problem Popov. I remember those early days of Napster fondly...and still grind my teeth when I think of how Metallica banned me.
by Mohamed
2 months ago

Hi mate,

This is one of the serious lines I've ever written.. and it means a lot to me.
I do appreciate a read and a comment if possible.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/247308-messi-what-the-hell-is-wrong-with-you-boy

Thanks so much in advance,
Mo
by Richard
2 months ago

Former Kentucky Coach Arrested for Drunken Driving

Please read and add comments on your thoughts about the ever-growing problem of alcohol on our roads.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243530-third-times-a-charm-billy-gillispie-arrested-for-dui

ro
by Mohamed
2 months ago

Hi mate!
this is an interesting article hope u enjoy it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/241529-sport-and-children-humor-and-education
Thanks for the read and comment in advance

Mo
by Mohamed
2 months ago

Hi Mate this my latest article..interesting I hope:-)
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/240144-child-souvenirs-between-sports-and-fear-humor

Thanks in advance for ur time and comment!

Mohamed.
by Alec
2 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239231-hall-of-famer-todd-helton

Hey Uncle,

Check this out and give me some feedback if you don't mind
by Richard
2 months ago

Tarvaris Jackson to Jacksonville?

Please read and comment on how you feel about this move.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239109-vikings-to-trade-or-release-tarvaris-jackson-jags-should-take-notice

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by Taylor
2 months ago

Uncle Popov,

Ever wonder why professional athletes go broke?:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238022-why-professional-athletes-are-going-broke-and-what-we-can-do-about-it

Feedback is appreciated.

Thanks!
by Mohamed
2 months ago

Hi Mate!

This is my last slide show I hope you enjoy it
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238030-br-in-the-pre-history

Thanks in advance!
Mo
by Henry
2 months ago

Please check out my latest if you'd be so kind.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237253-obama-to-appoint-new-college-football-czar-southern-man-is-up-to-the-task

Remember to 'like' it and share with a few friends if you think me worthy.

Thanks - SM (Your New Pigskin Czar!)
by micheal
2 months ago

Hey Uncle P.

I’ve started a weekly segment looking at a review of what has happened in the NBA for the week. Your support and commentary would be greatly appreciated as I continue to hone my writing and analytical skills

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236362-this-week-in-the-nba-5-things-i-think

Thanks in advance for the support!
by Mohamed
2 months ago

Hi mate! pls take a look at my last article if you have time of course
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236518-the-hidden-agendas-of-a-sportsman-in-canada-humor
Thanks in advance!

Mohamed
by Josh
2 months ago

Hello,

How are ya? I'm doing pretty good.

With the Eagles signing Michael Vick lately, will the benefit from this signing? Well here's my answer, how can they not?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236389-the-eagles-will-benefit-from-the-michael-vick-signing

I'd really love it if you'd check this out.

Comments would greatly be appreciated as I'd love to have your opinion on this.

All the best,
Josh Dhani

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Austin Scott's Lawsuit Against Penn State Is a Fumble Waiting to Happen

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