Bryan Hollister's Sportswriter Profile

Bryan Hollister joined December 2008

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About Bryan »

Until someone wins seven, the Steelers are tops...

I'm a long-time Steelers fan, hailing back to the glory days of the 70's when I was barely big enough to hold a football without falling over. I also live in Nashville and root for the Titans but do not confuse my loyalties: I will wear Steelers gear to a Titans-Steelers home game, sit in a seat next to my brother, scream incessantly for Pittsburgh, and won't care who says what about it.

I have grown weary of reading the "professional" reporter's articles which in my mind consistently fail to give the Steelers their due (Pete Prisco comes to mind). I have therefore decided to ensure that the GOOD in the Steelers is given equal treatment, and have become a contributor to the scene.

As a Nashville native, I also provide my views on the Tennessee Titans chances of success against everyone else. Hopefully this year the Titans and Steelers can pull off the AFC Championship matchup I was hoping for last year.

Feel free to leave constructive, intelligent comments here and on any articles you read. In fact, I encourage it. I enjoy good conversation and bantering over points of interest. I may even acknowledge if you have a decidedly good point, although you shouldn't hold your breath because I will probably refute your statement at the same time I compliment you on the effort.

And don't waste your time or mine by attempting to be coy or insulting. I'll probably ignore you, delete your comment, and move on, but occassionally I might be in one of my "moods", and I am of Irish AND Italian descent. So if you reside under a bridge waiting for billy goats to walk across, then know that I will leave it alone LONG after you tire of the game...

Capeche?

The Shortlist »

Favorite Athletes

Jerome Bettis; Rocky Bleier; Charles Barkley; Ben Roethlisberger; the late Dale Earnhardt; Junior; Mark Martin
Favorite Sports Teams

Pittsburgh Steelers, Tennessee Titans (Nashville native; it's in the by-laws), Atlanta Braves, Nashville Predators, Vanderbilt Commodores
Favorite Coaches

Bill Cowher, Chuck Noll, any coach who plays against Steve Spurrier, and my Little League baseball coach, Coach Smith
All Time Sports Moment

Earnhardt's last-lap "pass" of Labonte at Bristol in '99; classic Earnhardt, and I was one of only 3 people cheering.
Most Memorable Game Attended

Personal: All-State Tournament team, age 12, starting center fielder. Took the series to the last game, lost it on a shortstop error, but man was it cool!! Professionally, first home game of the Tennessee titans (then the Oilers) in Nashville at Vanderbilt Stadium. I was just off of active duty, was my first Pro football game attended.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Brett Favre's all-time yardage. No one else will ever match that. EVER.
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth; inspiration for overweight, hard-drinking sports fans everywhere.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana; the "father" of the West Coast Offense
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan; surrounded by lesser talents.
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky; little guy, big player.
Pele or Maradona?

Pele; who the hell is Maradona (too close to Prima Dona)?
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras's trainer; who knew a gorilla could be trained to play tennis?
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus; played with "inferior" equipment against Palmer, Sneed, et al.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Earnhardt; Petty cheated when cheating wasn't against the rules...
Schumacher or Senna?
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC, without question. ANY GIVEN SATURDAY.

Latest Articles »

Tennessee Titans' Chris Johnson Could Set Record and Salvage Season

11/17/2009

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Vince Young-Chris Johnson Combo Too Much to Handle, Bills Fall To Titans

11/16/2009

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Titans' Chris Johnson Shines, Defense Rallies To Lead Tennessee To Second Win

11/08/2009

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Titans Victorious: Defense and Rushing (Not Quarterback Change) Key

11/01/2009

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Richard Langford said...

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Thought you might be interested in reading about the secret celebration held by the Titans after their victory over the Bills.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/294984-an-evening-with-the-tennessee-titans-bud-adams-style-pt-1

10 hours ago

JW Nix said...

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tell me your thoughts :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/292018-time-to-stop-pandering-to-quarterbacks-and-suspend-brady-quinn

4 days ago

C Douglas Baker said...

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My Midseason Offense All Pro Team

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284847-doug-bakers-2009-midseason-nfl-all-pro-team-offense

16 days ago

Tony Tucker said...

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hey Bryan,

Check out my mid season awards in nfl. could one of the titans actually be up for an award.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284638-nfl-mid-season-awards

peace - t

16 days ago

JW Nix said...

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you may like this :

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282844-the-almost-all-time-tennessee-titans-offense

19 days ago

Tim Coughlin said...

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B/R is optimized for Firefox as a browser, so that could be it if you use something else. Any time you have any problems like that, though, click the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of the page and report it if you have the time. They're good about responding to each listing.

-Tim

19 days ago

Eddie Fiasco said...

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Hey,

If you're a fan of NFL lists/ranking are like a good debate, check out my latest. Any comments would be appreciated.

Thanks!

-EF

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276416-nfl-debate-the-death-of-ranks-and-listing

31 days ago

Andy Auger said...

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As a Steelers fan, you'll enjoy this:

Seahawks are a mess, why two injury riddled seasons should lead to firing Tim Ruskell, etc.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/276174-calling-all-seahawks-fire-tim-ruskell-look-ahead-to-2010

Would appreciate your input

31 days ago

Ryan Droege said...

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But if you did that, what would I do with my life?

31 days ago

Thaddeus Yeiser said...

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Hey,
Here's an in season analysis about a trendy pre season NFL pick. I'd love to know what you think.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275589-keeping-up-with-the-2009-carolina-panthers?just_published=1

32 days ago

Tony Tucker said...

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Hey Bryan,

I know your a steelers fan but i thought i remembered you said you live in Tennesse. I wrote this article about the Pats and was wondering what the Titans fans thought about some descision that were made in yesterdays game. if you get a sec please check it out.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274968-a-few-more-reasons-why-nfl-fans-hate-on-the-patriots

33 days ago

JW Nix said...

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now may be the the time to : http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274477-let-the-mutiny-begin-in-redskins-nation

34 days ago

Hurricane Hubbard said...

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Men who earned their respect

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273279-revered-and-respected-nfl-players-that-will-always-be-adored

35 days ago

Matt Miselis said...

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Hey Bryan,

It's been a long time since I have advertized my article on B/R. With the weekend here, figured I'd take advantage. I hope I can have a few minutes of your time to check out this article on the Baltimore Ravens.

It is on the fine Ray Lewis received by the NFL for his hit on Chad Ocho. To me, I think the NFL has gone to far with this, and decided to voice my opinion.

Whether you agree or disagree, I appreicate any comment.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273471-ray-lewis-and-his-fine-good-call-or-another-mistake-made-by-the-nfl

Thanks,

Matt

35 days ago

Hurricane Hubbard said...

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Men who earned their respect

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273279-revered-and-respected-nfl-players-that-will-always-be-adored

36 days ago