Everywhere I’ve looked since November, journalists and media outlets are handing out their “Top Ten of the 2000’s” lists and “Athlete of the Decade” honors. Sorry guys, but I’m just not that ambitious. Considering that I’m typing this at the kitchen counter while my mother warms up some of her famous hot beef sandwiches, I think you’ll forgive me for my momentary lapse. Anyway, I’m going to scrounge up all of the concentration I can muster and hand out my own version of some 2009 awards.

BIGGEST PRO DISAPPOINTMENT – Jay Cutler

Mr. Ego was all the rage when he came floating into Chicago on a cloud of his own self-importance. But with the Bears scrounging for a draft pick in the NFC North basement, the Broncos look like they got the better end of this deal. Who knew Kyle Orton would turn out to be a decent QB? You can argue about the lack of receiving talent all you want. But my preseason prediction has come to pass – Cutler, at his current level, is little better (and sometimes worse) than your average NFL signal caller.

PRO SPORTS MVP – Alex Rodriguez

You have no idea how much it hurts to type this. Ouch. If any of my family members were looking over my shoulder, I’d probably die from humiliation. Though by the blue color my face is turning, I bet they’ll be checking on me in a minute. So I’d better hurry. But you can’t deny the impact A-Rod had on the MLB world this year. Who could have guessed that he’d have such an amazing season after his exposure as a steroid user? Not me. And that whole bit about him not performing in the post-season? Well, Rodriguez showed up this year, and the Yanks brought home championship number 26, which is the most by any pro team in any sport. You can’t argue with that kind of greatness.

Damn. After conceding that last pick, I’m not sure I’ll be able to eat Christmas dinner.

Oooh, wait… mashed potatoes….

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