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Thomas's Bio

I am a freelance sportswriter. It's a decent living if you can nail down some good jobs and I have been fortunate enough to get a couple.

College football is by far my favorite sport of all-time and most likely what I will be writing about most often here at Bleacher Report. Either that or the NFL but most likely football-related.

I love option football and Bobby Johnson for bringing it back to the national stage. Any offense run to perfection is tough to stop.

I decided to join Bleacher Report because I'm a simple guy who likes to write about sports, even if it's for free. I also like to discuss sports with other people just like myself and when you write for a magazine you don't always get to do that.

Some sportswriters think they are doing important work. I am not one of those people. I just write about sports and for some reason every now and then I get a paycheck. So I am looking forward to getting feedback here.

I understand that not everyone is going to agree with everything I write and that's fine. That's what makes sports great and I love open discussion. Heck, you may even get me to change my mind every now and then. The only thing I ask is you treat me with respect, and I promise to do the same.

Feel free to stop by anytime and say hi or ask me to check out one of your articles.

Thomas's Recent Articles

ORCHARD PARK, NY - NOVEMBER 30: Roscoe Parrish #11 of the Buffalo Bills returns a punt against the San Francisco 49ers on November 30, 2008 at Ralph Wilson Stadium in Orchard Park, New York. The 49ers won10-3. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

Roscoe Parrish May Be Slotted for a Big Year in Buffalo

Published 4 months ago
493 reads 2 comments

Why Jairus Byrd Is Just What the Doctor Ordered in Buffalo

Published 4 months ago
1,270 reads 4 comments

2009 Preview: Texas Longhorns

Published 4 months ago
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Favorite Athletes

Earl Campbell, Eric Dickerson, Bo Jackson, Tommie Frazier, Major Harris, Josh Nesbit, Vince Young, Mike Rozier
Favorite Coaches

Tom Osbourne, Bobby Johnson
All Time Sports Moment

Buster Douglas knocking out Mike Tyson to shock the world
Most Memorable Game Attended

Texas vs. USC (National Title Game)
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus
Petty or Earnhardt?

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

Big 12

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by Jakob
2 months ago

I'm going to take a break from the USC vs. Ohio State series 'till Friday. Here's another piece that I just finished, maybe you'll like it. If you have the time check it out and leave a comment! Thanks!

-Jake

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238745-welcome-to-pandemonium-college-football-the-best-football
by Jakob
2 months ago

Here's the second installment of the USC vs. Ohio State full position breakdown. Please read and leave a comment if you have the time! Thanks

-Jake

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238038-ohio-state-vs-usc-2009-full-position-breakdown-secondary-match-up
by Jakob
2 months ago

Hey friend!

This is the first part of series of articles breaking down position by position the Ohio State & USC game this year. Check my profile out every other day for each breakdown! Thanks

-Jake

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237076-ohio-state-vs-usc-2009-full-position-breakdown-wrte-match-up
by Jakob
3 months ago

Hey, here's a real quick article on who could possibly be doing most of the replacing if Ohio State LB Tyler Moeller ends up sitting out this season. I'd love for you to read it and leave a comment. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233837-lb-moeller-likely-out-for-season-opens-lb-options-for-ohio-state-in-09?just_published=1
by Jakob
3 months ago

Hey!

Would you mind checking out my latest article? It talks about the 2009 super sophomores for the Ohio State buckeyes! If you're not a buckeye fan, it's an interesting read and you could extend you're knowledge on college football. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233402-2009-ohio-state-football-the-super-sophomores
by Jakob
3 months ago

Hey!

Have you had a chance to read my latest article on a legacy that will never be forgotten in a buckeye's heart. If you have time I'd love for you to read and comment it!

Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/229111-tyson-gentry-an-inspiring-ohio-state-buckeye-legacy
by Jakob
4 months ago

Hey What's Up?

Have you read my take on riots in sports? I think it is worth your time and you should check it out when you have the time!

Thanks, Jake

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/205507-riots-in-sports-la-lakers-riots-show-growth-in-us-riots
by Jakob
4 months ago

Hey There,

Have you read my top 10 things to do to calm your impatience while waiting for the 2009 college football season? Check it out!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/203407-10-ways-to-calm-a-college-football-fans-impatience-for-the-upcoming-season

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