Merry Christmas and More Political Incorrectness

OK, I am not politically correct. Never have been, never will be. I say, "Merry Christmas" this time of year. I won't change.

Now I know there are plenty of readers who don't celebrate Christmas, and hopefully, you won't get insulted when I wish you Merry Christmas. I have had many people tell me Happy Hanukkah or Bountiful Kwanzaa.

My response? "Why, thank you very much."

Am I insulted? No. Do I file a lawsuit? No. To me, it's a nice person wishing me a season's greeting. Besides, even if you don't celebrate Christmas, let's face it, you probably still get the day off. Paid. So be freaking grateful and stifle your objections.

So in the spirit of political correctness being thrown aside, there are a few other un-PC thoughts I would like to get off my chest. You may not like it. It's OK. I can take it.

Ohio State

If the Bucks don't show up for this game, don't ever expect me to come to your defense again- right now, I think your ranking is lofty due to beating.....um, just who the heck have you beat this year? N-O-B-O-D-Y.

Florida

Oh my gosh Gators, if you don't win, can we all sit here and beat the drum slowly for the stinker showing of the SEC? Y'all have been very quiet this year, and frankly, it's been enjoyable not listening to SEC fans chant "S-E-C." Payback is a bitch, ain't it?

Boise State

Looks like the BCS got it right, eh?

Oklahoma

If your coach mucks it up again, can we dispose of the "at least he gets us in BCS games every year" BS? Honestly, if the Sooners lose, there is something seriously wrong with the coaching staff's ability to game prep. Heads should roll if they lose, and if they get blown out, heads should be under the guillotine.

USC

Yeah, I'm an SC fan. Yeah, I think they'll beat Penn State. Do I think they'll blow out the Nits? Heck no, I would never say that on record. I do have a private projection of SC winning by 16, but that's private. Oh wait, I guess it isn't private anymore, is it?

Notre Dame

I actually think this team is loaded with talent, but Weis has mucked it up with his "schematic advantage." There, I said it. I think he doesn't deserve his paycheck, and I honestly think Hawai'i has a shot at beating them. OMG.

Auburn

Yup, I think the good ol boys network had a part in the Chizik-hire. Then again, USC hired PC and everyone was scratching their heads. In fact, can I be honest? What if Chizik turns out to be the greatest coach in Auburn's history? This hire has a Pete Carroll feel to it- don't be shocked if the Tigers are in a BCS Bowl next year.

Alabama

It's good to see you back in college football. Don't let it go to your heads. Seriously. You are playing Utah- if you beat them, no one will be impressed. Damned if you win, damned if you lose.

Penn State

I adore Joe Pa. I hope he never leaves us. He's the epitome of a faithful employee, good guy, and dang it, his corny jokes are great. Love the dude. Too bad he won't get a win in Pasadena. But that's OK. He's in front of Bobby. It's all good. Penn State IS Joe Paterno.

Texas

The only people that screwed you are the folks who decided your destiny- the Big 12. Hard to believe that the entity that decided your fate in the conference championship is the entity your coach hates. Irony.

Steve Spurrier

The NFL experiment wasn't a fluke. 

Les Miles

I'm fessing up- I used to really dislike this coach. Now, I love him. His candor and genuine passion for the game have really been refreshing, and I mis-judged him. Les is a good guy. Les is a good coach. Les, I got your back. You rock.

Pete Carroll

Even if I wasn't an SC fan, I would still like him. He has found his niche. There is no way he's going back to the NFL. Pete is building a dynasty. Pete can recruit. Pete is a god. He's bigger than Kobe.

Beijing Olympics

If your gymnasts were sixteen years or older at the time of the Games, then Dara Torres is twenty-eight years old. Yes, you fudged their passports, and none of us are fooled, but feel honored you had to do what you did to beat our women's team.

Michael Phelps

Am I the only girl in the world who doesn't think he's hot? Talented, yes, but hot?

College football

The BCS stinks.

The NFL

Your players are over-paid, spoiled brats, and I'm not buying Plaxico's story.

MLB

The Yankees are proof you can try and buy a World Series. Watch all of us laugh when it still doesn't happen.

The NBA

The revival of the Celtics-Lakers rivalry is just what this league needs- hard work-ethic, teamwork, and unselfish play. Imagine that?

The Lakers

It's still Kobe and the four dwarfs. Sorry Lakers fans, but your D stinks and Odom isn't earning his paycheck. In fact, neither is Walton. Ariza should be a starter. And it still won't make a difference because Showtime looks soft in the paint. Celtics in 5.

Lebron James

Shut up.

Terrell Owens

Shut up and retire.

Alicia Sacramone

Talk about a mean left hook! Tonya Harding would be jealous.

Finally, Merry Christmas to all of the wonderful people here at Bleacher Report. I have been blessed with many friends here, and my wish for all of you is to land that sweet gig in 2009 and live out your dreams.

You can do it. Be patient. Keep writing. And keep networking.

God bless you.

Was that so politically incorrect?