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Born in Chicago, raised in Chicago, live in Chicago.

You can catch more of my work at www.cubiclegm.com and www.chicago.sportsthenandnow.com.

Follow The Cube on Twitter and Facebook.

Been to MLB, NBA, NFL and NHL playoff games in the Windy City. Seen an NBA Finals, World Series, NCAA Basketball National Championship Game and now a Perfect Game in person.

I'm lucky enough to be a season ticket holder for the Bears. You can find me wearing my No. 34 jersey at every home game, whether it's 70 above or 30 below. I love going to games in Bear Weather.

There are over 2,000 people ahead of me on the Cubs season ticket wait list, but I still find a way to get to at least 20 games a year (13-8 in 2009). I cannot think of a better way to spend a Saturday afternoon than sitting in Wrigley Field with an Old Style in hand. If I'm not there, I'll be listening to Pat and Ron on WGN Radio.

I grew up in the era of Jordan, Pippen & Co., so I was a bit spoiled when it came to the Bulls. Ten years after their last title, it's fun to watch Derrick Rose make them relevant again.

I was never a hockey fan until the Hawks games went on TV during the 2007-2008 season. Now I can follow the game, and I love watching the Blackhawks. Everyone needs to go to at least one game in the United Center to hear the Hawks' version of the national anthem.

My dad went to the University of North Carolina, and at eight years old I watched the 1993 team cut down the nets and win a national championship. I've been a fan ever since, and was in attendance for the 2005 Championship Game victory. My mom is a graduate of UCLA, and I also root for the Bruins to be fair to both sides of the family.

Finally, I spent a semester in England during my junior year of college, and was hooked on English Premier League soccer. My buddy took me to a West Ham United game at Upton Park, and I've been a Hammers fan ever since. Come On You Irons!

Jacob's Recent Articles

Cubicle GM NFL Power Rankings: Week 9 Edition

Published 5 days ago
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 07: J.J. Redick #7 of the Orlando Magic moves the ball against Lamar Odom #7 of the Los Angeles Lakers in Game Two of the 2009 NBA Finals at Staples Center on June 7, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 101-96. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic's JJ Redick To Release a Rap Album: You're Kidding, Right?

Published 10 days ago
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Cubicle GM NFL Power Rankings: Week 8 Edition

Published 12 days ago
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NEW ORLEANS - OCTOBER 18: Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints throws a pass against the New York Giants at the Louisiana Superdome on October 18, 2009 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Saints defeated the Giants 48-27. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Cubicle GM NFL Power Rankings: Week 7 Edition

Published 19 days ago
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Jacob Writes About

Chicago (56),
Opinion (55),
NFL (44),
Football (40),
MLB (36),
Baseball (28),
Rankings/List (26),
Chicago Bears (22)

Jacob Nitzberg has picked Lakers' Tex Winter Belonged In Basketball Hall Of Fame Long Ago as a favorite article

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

Favorite Athletes

Michael Jordan, Ryne Sandberg, Walter Payton
Favorite Sports Teams

Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, North Carolina Tar Heels, Chicago Bulls, West Ham United, Chicago Blackhawks
Favorite Coaches

The Zen Master, God (aka Ditka), Sweet Lou, Dean Smith, Pards
All Time Sports Moment

Making the game winning diving catch in little league
Most Memorable Game Attended

2005 NCAA Championship Game - UNC over Illini
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

DiMaggio 56 game hit streak
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Don't Care
Schumacher or Senna?

Don't Care
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

ACC

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by Tim
2 months ago

It definitely is, so no sweat and no big deal, but it looks a bit unusual on the Web since most sites' HTML automatically overlooks consecutive spaces by replacing it with just one. Plus newspapers have always used one space to save room, so it's just kind of how it goes in journalistic writing.
by Nick
2 months ago

Hey Jacob,

Last week's Fantasy Focus included the All-Underappreciated Team. This week, I announce the All-Overappreciated Team of 2009:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/241758-nick-kappels-fantasy-focus-the-all-overappreciated-team

Take a look when you get the chance, and let me know what you think!

Thanks,
Nick
by Doug
2 months ago

A full look at the 2009 NFL season coming up:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/238859-a-full-preview-of-the-2009-nfl-season
by Nick
2 months ago

Hey Jacob,

This week's Fantasy Focus gives credit to the most underappreciated fantasy players. If you have a few minutes, please check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237640-nick-kappels-fantasy-focus-the-all-underappreciated-team/show_full

Thanks Jacob, I appreciate your support!

Nick
by Bob
2 months ago

I haven't pimped an article in awhile, but the silence is deafening, so here I go again.

I think that the Strasburg negotiations warrant a look at something that MLB should have adopted a long time ago. I'd like to know if you agree.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237331-come-to-think-of-it-the-time-is-right-to-allow-trading-of-draft-picks
by Nick
2 months ago

Hey Jacob,

Thanks again for the "Don't Group All Cubs Fans" article. That one idiot is giving us all a bad reputation.

Anyways, I'm writing you today because I was lucky enough to check out the Pro Football Hall of Fame last weekend, and as a fan of the game, it was the most incredible experience I've encountered. This encouraged me to share the feeling with the entire B/R community.

If you get the chance, please check it out. It's why I believe every football fan should visit the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Let me know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/235995-why-every-football-fan-should-visit-the-hall-of-fame

Thanks,
Nick
by Joel
2 months ago

After taking a few weeks off from writing to compile this list, i'm finally ready to start. I have ranked my Top 100 Chicago Athletes of All-Time. We will start with Nos. 81-100. Take a look when you get a chance.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/236049-the-top-100-chicago-athletes-of-all-time-no-81-100

Thanks,
Joel
by Cliff
3 months ago

Hi Jacob
I don't think Longoria is all he is said to be. What is your opinion?
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233549-evan-longoria-hes-not-all-that
by D.A.
3 months ago

Hey Jacob,

Check out where your Cubbies are in week 17's power rankings.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/233071-mlb-power-rankings-week-17-a-new-number-one-and-number-thirty

Take a look. I'd appreciate any feedback.
Thanks,
Daniel
by Bob
3 months ago

Well, here I go again. I'm now taking on a subject that is not commonly discussed among men in sports, namely gay bashing. Similar to my article on racism, I'm sure this will generate some debate, so feel free to join in the fray.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228595-come-to-think-of-it-gay-bashing-in-sports-is-a-common-occurence
by Griffin
3 months ago

Hey Jacob,

Week 2 of my MLB Power Rankings: Deadline Edition. If you get the chance, I'd appreciate it if you took a look. Thanks.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228286-major-league-baseball-power-rankings-deadline-edition

-Griffin
by VSN
3 months ago

http://chicitysports.com/2009/07/31/looking-for-writers/

New Chicago Sports site ....www.chicitysports.com...is looking for writers. Dedicated writers who want their work to be featured on our site need to check this out. The site features news/updates for all Chicago area teams. So far we're looking for writers for the Bears, Cubs, White Sox, Bulls, and Blackhawks. Your work is good so I hope you decide to give it a look....if you are a die-hard fan of any chicago team...you'll dig this.

we'd love to have you write for us
by Andy
3 months ago

With each big name that is leaked to steroid use, America's most hated player is slowly becoming its most trusted. The biggest names in baseball are falling subject to steroid use.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/227675-jose-canseco-slowly-becoming-the-most-trusted-name-in-mlb
by David
3 months ago

Jacob....we just launched a brand new Tar Heel website and we would not only love for you to join with us, we would love to feature your future articles on the site's frontpage from time to time. You would be joining myself as well as Charles Fort as the writers. In just 2 short weeks we have grown to 40 members, and adding more everyday. The site is blowing up pretty good, and its not even football or basketball season yet. With your expert writing ability, the site will go over the top by tip off. We have a forum, member controlled blog page, chatroom which will be used for games, video page thats run by the members, photo gallery which is ALSO run by the members, as well as other features. Come stop by and see if you would like to hang out with us from time to time, and if you like what you see join with us, and lets feature your work.
http://tarheelfanatics.com Hope to see you there. David!!!!
by D.A.
3 months ago

Hey Jacob,

Why do the White Sox suck against the Twins? It's the turf.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/226221-the-achilles-heel-of-the-chicago-white-sox-artificial-turf

Thanks
Daniel

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