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I'm 16 years old, I turn 17 on January 28th. I was born in Rockville, MD, and I now live in suburban Silver Spring, MD. That said, I am no DC fan. Truth be told, I can't stand DC. I'm a Baltimore guy. Love the Ravens, love the Orioles, love everything related to Baltimore.

Some people have this emotional story that hits you hard about how they became a sports fan. Not me. I had a VCR back in the day (back in the day means 1998), and I would buy these "Year In Sports" tapes. I loved watching the Cowboys play back then, so I was a football guy right away. I would often go into the front yard with dad, and he would throw to me, and I would count how many times I caught the ball, as opposed to drops. Then in 2001, I watched my first baseball. Diamondbacks-Yankees. World Series. I was hooked then and there, and being that I had transformed to a Ravens fan like three years before, it was natural I became an Orioles fan.

I've enjoyed my time on B/R a whole lot. I have 5 or 6 guys here from B/R who are considered some of my best friends, and I haven't met a single one of them yet. It's weird.

My favorite writers here are simple. Leroy Watson, Graham Brunnell, Andrew Nuschler, Daniel Abbas, James Williamson, Taylor Rummel, and many others.

I have a lot of pro writers I want to be like one day. I'm a big fan of the ESPN MLB section. Buster Olney is one of the best reporters for any topic out there, Tim Kurkjian is outstanding, as is Peter Gammons, Rob Neyer, Jason Stark, and Keith Law. That said, I think the Baseball Tonight group is pathetic. I like Eric Young...sometimes. John Kruk's "analysis" is pathetic. Don't even get me started on NFL Live.

I will NEVER, EVER use Twitter. email is isaacbarrow2891@yahoo.com. I am Mr. Original. If you wanna text, just ask I guess.

Isaac's Recent Articles

BALTIMORE - DECEMBER 14: Ray Lewis #52 of the Baltimore Ravens reacts against the Pittsburgh Steelers on December 14, 2008 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. The Steelers defeated the Ravens 13-9. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Ravens: Let's Look in the Mirror and Rebound

Published about 4 hours ago
68 reads 4 comments

Ty Cobb: A Tribute To the Man, the Player, the Hall of Famer

Published 3 days ago
41 reads 7 comments

Benny Friedman: The Football Innovator Nobody Talks About

Published 17 days ago
36 reads 2 comments

NFL: Who Are the Top 10 Quarterbacks of All Time?

Published 18 days ago
961 reads 24 comments

See 234 more of Isaac's articles »

Isaac Writes About

MLB (136),
Baltimore (134),
Opinion (99),
NFL (90),
Football (86),
Baltimore Orioles (70),
Baltimore Ravens (64),
Baseball (38)

Hotnuke responded to a comment on Miami-New England: Dolphins Fall Short Against Patriots in 27-17 Loss
Hotnuke responded to a comment on Miami-New England: Dolphins Fall Short Against Patriots in 27-17 Loss
Isaac Barrow commented on Pot Should Be Legalized In Honor Of Tim Lincecum
Isaac Barrow commented on Why I Hate the Baltimore Ravens
Isaac Barrow commented on Stadium Journey's Best Baseball Stadium: 2009 Edition

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

Favorite Athletes

MLB: Nick Markakis, Adam Jones, Matt Wieters, Brad Bergesen, Chris Tillman, Brian Matusz, Jake Arrieta, Brian Roberts, Nolan Reimold, Jim Johnson, Kam Mickolio, Chase Utley, David Wright, RICK PORCELLO, Tim Lincecum, Alex Rios, Matt Cain, Jacoby Ellsbury, Andre Ethier, Clayton Kershaw, Nelson Cruz, Evan Longoria, Roy Halladay, Mariano Rivera, Albert Pujols, Hanley Ramirez, Justin Verlander, Ryan Zimmerman. NFL: Joe Flacco, Ray Rice, Le'Ron McClain, Michael Oher, Jared Gaither, Ray Lewis, Haloti Ngata, Ed Reed, Paul Kruger, Terrell Suggs, Dawan Landry, Philip Rivers, DeMarcus Ware, Jared Allen, Albert Haynesworth, Bart Scott, Jim Leonhard, Adalius Thomas, Brandon Jacobs, Andre Johnson, Peyton Manning, Eli Manning, Tom Brady, TJ Houshmandzadeh, Patrick Willis, Jay Cutler, Donovan McNabb, Brian Dawkins, DeSean Jackson, Reggie Wayne, Aaron Rodgers.
Favorite Sports Teams

Baltimore Orioles, Baltimore Ravens
Favorite Coaches

John Harbaugh, Earl Weaver
Most Memorable Game Attended

August 13th, 2009: My first Ravens game. Ravens dominate Skins, 23-0.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Cal Ripken: 2,632 consecutive games.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth: Better pitcher and better hitter.
Unitas or Montana?

Joe Montana. Don't get me wrong, I'm a Baltimore nut, so I love and adore Unitas, but Montana was the comeback king.
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan. Magic Johnson put it best. "There's Michael Jordan, and then there's the rest of us."
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky. Respect to Ruth and MJ, but Gretzky is the most dominant athlete in sports history.
Pele or Maradona?

Pele. I don't know what sport it is, but Pele's a cooler name.
Federer or Sampras?

Federer. Absolutely sick.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Who cares?
Schumacher or Senna?

Who cares?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Football: SEC. Basketball: Big East.

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by JW
about 2 hours ago

here is a story of another NFL Legend who has yet to get his deserved respect :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286573-crazy-canton-cuts-ed-meador
by Hotnuke
about 4 hours ago

Isaac,

Just my take on the Miami’s disappointing loss to New England. Let me know what you think if you take a minute to peruse it…lol

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286626-miami-new-england-dolphins-fall-short-against-patriots-in-27-17-loss

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke
by Matt
2 days ago

Eric Mangini has been an utter failure in Cleveland.. A big part of that has been trying to be like his former mentor, Bill Belicheck.. Heres a message to Eric: He Will Never Be On Belichick's Level. Appreciate any feedback you can give on this piece.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285370-a-message-to-eric-mangini-you-will-never-be-on-bill-belichecks-level

Thanks,

Matt
by Josh
3 days ago

Everyone has dreams of playing a professional sport. Sirr Parker did in football. But it was impossible for him to do that from where he grew up. But he made it, and he's truly remarkable. It's a story I'd love to share with you:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/285022-they-called-him-sirr-the-truly-remarkable-story-of-sirr-parker

I'd love your feedback on this and I hope you can check it out. Thank you, and have a great day!
by Paul
4 days ago

Hi Isaac-
Please take a look when you have a chance. The complete rankings of each MLB stadium...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284289-stadium-journeys-best-baseball-stadium-2009?just_published=1
by TJ
4 days ago

Hey bud, got quite the debate stirring up in this one, check it out if you're interested in the NFL's Dirtiest Player Award going to Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283812-pittsburghs-hines-ward-voted-leagues-dirtiest-player
by Robert
4 days ago

Hello Buddy, I would like you to take a look at this important article. it will most likely be my last on bleacher report. Feel free to pass it around. God Bless and thank you.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/283900-you-are-not-a-unique-snowflake
by JW
6 days ago

you may like this :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282844-the-almost-all-time-tennessee-titans-offense
by Alex
7 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by Dan
11 days ago

As the World Series gets under way later tonight, I thought it would be interesting to take a look at the "frienemies" that will develop between fans in this year's World Series.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279950-phillies-yankees-causing-fans-to-become-frienemies-in-world-series

Hope you enjoy!

Dan
by Tyler
12 days ago

Hey Isaac,

I just completed the second of a three part series between myself, Mike Kline and Justin McTeer, breaking down the Duke Blue Devils basketball season.

I highlight the back court of Duke and the different players that will need to contribute to the team. If you get a chance, check it out.

Feedback is always appreciated. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/279356-duke-basketball-season-breakdown-part-two-back-court-offers-leadership
by Michael
13 days ago

Here are my NFL power rankings.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278702-week-7-nfl-top-10-list-halloween-edition
by Alex
14 days ago

Which of the NFL's undefeated teams will take their first loss this week?

I've got my predictions and analysis including a big upset!

Check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278188-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-seven
by JW
15 days ago

you may like this :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277488-vinny-cerrato-has-hot-air-for-sale
by James
18 days ago

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275821-kyle-orton-the-consummate-winner

How does this guy do it?

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Ravens: Let's Look in the Mirror and Rebound

Ty Cobb: A Tribute To the Man, the Player, the Hall of Famer

Benny Friedman: The Football Innovator Nobody Talks About

NFL: Who Are the Top 10 Quarterbacks of All Time?

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