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I graduated from UW-Madison's Journalism School in 2000.
The sporting world is imperfect like any other facet of society. Politics and money come into play, players get injured or released and are forgotten about like yesterday's trash. The sports media is an even mix of common- sense writers and sensationalists.
In my writing, I like to have an even mix of analysis and story line. Individual players and dynamic teams create the most interest in sports - we are inspired by their accomplishments.
And spontaneous, awe inspiring moments happen every season.
That's what makes sports writing fun for me - commenting on those special moments and players.

Michael's Recent Articles

Brett Favre and the Vikings Need to Tweak Their Identity Against 49ers

Published about 1 month ago
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HOUSTON - AUGUST 31: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Minnesota Vikings leaves the field after leading the Vikings to a 17-10 win over the Houston Texans at Reliant Stadium on August 31, 2009 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Watching Brett Favre: Vikings Week 1 at Cleveland

Published about 1 month ago
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 21: Quarterback Brett Favre #4 of the Minnesota Vikings watches the action against the Kansas City Chiefs at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on August 21, 2009 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Chiefs 17-13. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty Images)

Brett Favre's Strong Character Bodes Well for Vikings

Published 2 months ago
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Minnesota Vikings: Latest Report Raises Questions About a Brett Favre Signing

Published 3 months ago
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Michael Writes About

NFL (17),
Football (16),
Brett Favre (13),
Milwaukee (9),
Green Bay Packers (8),
Madison (8),
NFC North (8),
Opinion (5)

Jack Dunleavy responded to a comment on Brett Favre Has Something Else To Say, and It's a Doozy!
kevin roberts responded to a comment on Brett Favre Leads Vikings to Win, Still Getting No Respect
kevin roberts responded to a comment on Brett Favre Leads Vikings to Win, Still Getting No Respect

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

Favorite Athletes

Brett Favre, Donald Driver, Greg Jennings, David Ortiz, Prince Fielder, Tiger Woods, Hank Gathers
Favorite Sports Teams

Green Bay Packers, UW Badgers (Basketball and Football), Milwaukee Brewers, UW-Michigan's fab five team
All Time Sports Moment

2007 NFL season: Favre's overtime victory TD throw to Greg Jennings in Denver
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Tiger Woods will set that one in the future
Ruth or Mays?

Willie
Unitas or Montana?

Montana
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Pele or Maradona?

Nope
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus for now
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

The Big Ten has Kweli reppin it, and I can't argue with him

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by Sam
2 months ago

Hey Michael,
Here's my latest article about Brett Favre and why fans shouldn't criticize him so much for retiring and unretiring so much. A read and a comment would be appreciated. Thanks again,

Sam

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/250786-nfl-fans-stop-hating-on-brett-favre-let-the-man-do-what-he-pleases
by Jersey Al
3 months ago

LOL - Brett Favre says "GOTCHA"

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/226036-brett-favre-to-the-football-world-gotcha
by Tinea
3 months ago

No problem Michael!
by Jersey Al
4 months ago

Surprise, surprise:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/199033-green-bay-packers-biggest-ota-surprise-olb-jeremy-thompson
by Tristan
7 months ago

Thanks Michael, glad to help.
by Jersey Al
8 months ago

My Green Bay Packers Mt. Rushmore. Look forward to your comments...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/127514-mt-rushmore-of-the-green-bay-packers-legends-of-lambeau

Thanks,

Al
by Bryn
11 months ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/88750-heart-of-a-champion-the-40-toughest-players-in-nfl-history

You might be interested to see where Favre is ranked...
by Fred
about 1 year ago

When are you going to write a new story....get on the computer and start typing Priebe.
by Andrew
about 1 year ago

I appreciate the encouragement, Michael. Thanks!
by Jeff
about 1 year ago

Thanks for the add, keep up the good work.
by Ryan
about 1 year ago

Happy to help Mike--and glad everything checks out. Keep the good stuff coming when you can.

Ryan
by Ryan
about 1 year ago

Mike,

Re: Bubba -- No real secret, just my (admittedly hackneyed) way of addressing the reader. The Internet can be a lonely place if you don't have anyone to talk to...

RA
by Fred
about 1 year ago

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Minnesota Vikings: Latest Report Raises Questions About a Brett Favre Signing

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