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Saturday, January 17, 2015

2015's Super Bowl XLIX in UltraHD 4K?



Does anyone know if the 2015 Super Bowl XLIX will be broadcast in UltraHD 4K? Interestingly enough, I posed a similar question 3 years ago on whether the 2012's Super Bowl XLVI would be on TV in 3-D. And today, I'm in the same boat.

I recently purchased the Sony XBR65X850B 65" LED 2160p Smart 3D 4K Ultra HD TV. And though there isn't a ton of content out there (beyond Breaking Bad, House of Cards, and some Flowers and Forests on Netflix or a few free UHD movies on Amazon Instant Video), it's still an unbelievably good upscaled picture for standard 1080p cable television and Blu-ray discs.

I was hoping this year's Super Bowl XLIX would be broadcast in 4K (since it appears the 2014 Super Bowl on FOX was in Ultra HD) but everything I can find says otherwise:


Anyone have any better news for me?

Sunday, January 29, 2012

2012's Super Bowl XLVI on TV in 3-D

I recently purchased a 3D television (LG LW5600 3D LCD LED HDTV) and absolutely love it for watching 3d Blu-ray movies (i.e Thor, Captain America, Tron), but there is a definite gap in programming when it comes to TV and sports. Especially on AT&T's U-Verse, which no longer carries ESPN 3D or any networks that specialize in 3D.

But the word on the street is that NBC will be broadcasting this year's Super Bowl in 3D. I've had multiple sources tell me that DirectTV will definitely have it. And I'm hoping, somehow, U-Verse will have it as well. But I can't find a single article, or single worker at AT&T who can either confirm or deny it.

Which leads me to this blog post. If anyone has any information on this, please leave a comment. I'd love an answer by Saturday.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Schools that Hosted Most ESPN College GameDay (Football) TV Shows

College Football

Schools that Hosted Most ESPN College GameDay (Football) TV Shows
College GameDay is an ESPN show covering college football. It first aired in 1987 with Tim Brando as host and Lee Corso and Beano Cook as analysts. Beginning more-or-less as an analysis of college football games, the show would undergo a radical transformation beginning in 1993 as the show began incorporating "live" broadcasts. The official name of the show is College GameDay built by The Home Depot. There is a separate radio broadcast, ESPN Radio College GameDay, on ESPN Radio. These campuses have hosted the show more than any other:
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

List of Highest Paid Coaches

Sports Coaches

Top 10 Highest Paid Coaches' Salaries
Wondering who are the ten highest paid coaches in sports? Here they are:
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Friday, May 8, 2009

List of Last Picks in the NFL Draft

NFL Draft

NFL Draft's Last Pick Each Year... aka "Mr. Irrelevant"
The overall last pick in the NFL Draft each year has earned the name "Mr. Irrelevant" because they usually don't make it too long in the league (however, some do break the mold and stick around a few years).
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Monday, February 2, 2009

Famous Athletes Who Are "Going to Disney World!"

Ben Roethlisberger and Santonio Holmes

People Who've Said "I'm going to Disney World!"
When it first appeared in 1987 featuring New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms following his team's triumph in Super Bowl XXI, the commercial was instantly regarded as a groundbreaking concept. Here are the people who've since uttered the national catchphrase:
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Monday, January 26, 2009

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Worst NFL Teams Ever! Check out these teams W-columns

All eight of these teams finished the season with only 1-win:

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  • 1980 New Orleans Saints
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  • 1989 Dallas Cowboys
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  • 1990 New England Patriots
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  • 1991 Indianapolis Colts
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  • 1996 New York Jets
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  • 2000 San Diego Chargers
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  • 2001 Carolina Panthers
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  • 2007 Miami Dolphins

    Thursday, August 7, 2008

    2008 NFL Contract Year Players

    It is well known that athletes in a contract year, tend to pick up their game, often times, having the best season of their career. Here are some NFL players that you might expect that from this season:



  • Steven Jackson - RB - STL


  • Marques Colston - WR - NO


  • T.J. Houshmandzadeh - WR - CIN

    for a full list see click here: http://www.listafterlist.com/tabid/57/listid/13905/Sports++Recreation/2008+NFL+Contract+Year+Players.aspx

    Monday, February 4, 2008

    Top 25 Most Memorable Super Ads

    What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the Super Bowl? Footballs? Food? Commercials? Many people, especially if their team isn't in big game, find themselves looking most forward to the advertisements. In fact, it has become a ritual for many. But which ones were the best? And which Super Bowl commercial isn't on this list? Add it!

    1. Mean Joe Green
    2. Apple's 1984 Macintosh Commercial
    3. Budweiser Frogs
    4. GM Robot Super Bowl Commercial
    5. Nationwide Commercial RollinVIP
    6. ... see the next 20 here

    Tuesday, January 29, 2008

    Craziest Things People Will Trade for Super Bowl Tickets

    The desperate market for Superbowl tickets causes die-hard fans to do crazy things - and offer even crazier trades in an attempt to get tickets. Here are some of those insane offers:

  • 2 Superbowl tickets wanted. Will trade a cosmetic smile makeover valued at $10,000 plus for two tickets to the Superbowl. No reasonable offer refused.
  • Die-hard Giants fan in position to offer garage cabinetry/floor coatings in exchange for Super Bowl tickets. Work to be performed in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Passaic or Rockland counties. Exchange to be comparable in value.
  • will pay $20,000 -- CASH -- for 8 tickets.
  • I want to send my father to the super bowl. I have Yankees season tickets and will trade any games in exchange for 2 super bowl tickets.
  • I own 2 tickets for all Redsox games lower box seats $105.00 face value each if you cant use your Superbowl tickets and want to trade
  • An accountant will do your taxes and other financial work for two tickets.
  • Cold Stone Creamery owner is offering free ice cream for life in exchange for tickets.
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    Tuesday, January 1, 2008

    ESPN's Top 25 Greatest Players In College Football

    Follow along as ABC unveils the 25 Greatest Players in College Football between now and Jan. 1, 2008 on select ABC College Football telecasts. The No. 1 player will be revealed during the 2008 Rose Bowl on New Year's Day (ABC, 5 p.m. ET).

    1. Red Grange
    2. Barry Sanders
    3. Herschel Walker
    4. Doak Walker
    5. Sammy Baugh
    6. Jim Thorpe
    7. Tony Dorsett
    8. Bo Jackson
    9. Roger Staubach
    10. Vince Young
    11. Charles Woodson
    12. Earl Campbell
    13. Glenn Davis
    14. Hugh Green
    15. John Elway
    16. Tom Harmon
    17. Bronko Nagurski
    18. Jim Brown
    19. Dick Butkus
    20. Charley Trippi
    21. Archie Griffin
    22. George Gipp
    23. Johnny Rodgers
    24. Reggie Bush
    25. Ernie Nevers

    Source: ESPN

    Monday, November 19, 2007

    See-ya Lloyd Carr! Thanks for...

    "Goodbye" to Lloyd Carr! Thank you for all the memories! Thanks for...

  • 13 "winning" seasons at helm of the school up North, if you call winning...
  • losing 36 games while coaching at Michigan, including 21 games in the Big Ten
  • being 1-7 in your last 8 games against Ohio State, the first/worst coach in Michigan history
  • never beating USC, Texas, Texas A&M, Tennessee, Oregon or Nebraska
  • teaching me where Appalachian State is found on a map of the United States
  • transferring from Missouri when in college because you were still a backup QB after 3 years on the team
  • losing 7 bowl games during your tenure, its alright, you almost broke .500
  • finishing out of the top 25 in the AP polls in 2005, the stupid computers are probably biased
  • going 2-11 in the last 7 years against Ohio State and in bowl games, those games don't really matter anyway
  • not sending any players to the NFL Draft in 1994, 1988, 1985 or 1981, the NFL has too many thieves and felons already
  • not starting Tom Brady in his first two years at Michigan, and debating between him and Brian Griese and Drew Henson constantly, Brady's not very good anyway
  • leaving Illinois to become the DB coach at Michigan
  • your active support of women’s athletics, too bad there's no women's college football!
  • all your no-eye-contact, wimpy-man hand shakes with Jim Tressel at midfield, it accurately represents your inadequacy against the his Buckeyes (1-6 head-to-head record)
  • your team's 91 total yards against the Buckeyes in 2007, the first time UM had been held under 100 yards since 1962

    Friday, November 2, 2007

    What It Takes To Be A Buckeye

    This is what it takes to be a true Ohio Stater, a real Buckeye:

  • Never agree to get married on a Saturday Ohio State is scheduled to play football. There are typically 40 other freakin' weekends to choose from...sack up and make her choose one of those!
  • Never attend a wedding during an Ohio State football game unless you carry a TV......and watch it even during the ceremony.
  • It is OK to wear an OSU football jersey even when old....and fat....and bald. Extra points if you've got an OSU baseball cap on backwards, sit in the "Huntington Club" seats and repeatedly spill stuff on anyone named "Chas" or "Muffy." (Make sure you do so early and often because they'll be long gone by the end of the third period). Maybe some "real" fans will take their seats.
  • Always, and I mean ALWAYS, return any "O...H" with a hearty "I...O." This is true even during funerals, sex, in foreign countries or when witnessing the birth of your child.
  • When driving on I-75 during spring break season (March through April), every fifth vehicle you see with Michigan license plates should be honked at then flipped off. By Tennessee, even those dumb SOB's should get the point.
  • When Notre Dame plays Michigan, it is mandatory to despise both teams. There are no winners.
  • You cannot have a second favorite football team behind OSU. You are permitted to have another team (non-Big Ten or ND) that you hate less than the others.
  • It is OK to be emotional (and even "tear" up) during the following: Script Ohio, Your child's first Buckeye game, Carmen Ohio, During a Tressel speech, Listening to "What I Want", Remembering Woody, After beating Michigan, Winning the National Championship, When NFL Buckeyes state on MNF that they are from "THE" Ohio State University, Hearing the phrase, "Rest easy Woody, the new man has arrived." Ramp entrance
  • It is not cool to make fun of the Neutron Man. Especially now that he is watching games with Woody.
  • Buckeye necklaces must be worn at all times on game day from the time you leave your place of abode until you return. One other time: If you happen to get desperate and are in the process of bagging a girl from Michigan, you must have on your Buckeye necklace to ward off any feelings of affection. (This is true even if you go over to the dark side and marry her).
  • Always take off your hat during Carmen Ohio and physically remove the hats of anyone in your vicinity who fails to do so.
  • Everyone should rush the field after an OSU home victory over Michigan at least once in their lifetime. (Extra kudos for those of you who rushed the field at IU and tore down THEIR goalposts a few years ago...c'mon you know who you are!).
  • Once your children attain age ten, they should be allowed to say "F" Michigan but only during game day in your presence.
  • Attending Skull Session is mandatory at least once each season.
  • ESPN employees must be verbally taunted at every opportunity.

  • When you die, you must have at least one item of Buckeye memorabilia with you. (Specify which one in your will, that way your spouse won't pick something stupid).
  • You must be willing to die to defend your right to drink beer during tailgates.
  • You are forbidden to fall for the National Media crap sandwich that Joe Pa is still a "good guy." In reality, he is a bitter, senile old man reduced to a cheerleader and referee-baitor. His credibility went south forever when he hired Galen "Cheatin" Hall to resurrect his sorry football program.
  • Recruiting must be followed as intensely as any game. This is true even if it puts your job/career at risk.
  • Attend the Spring Game. It makes it easier to survive the summer.
  • When in church, it is not sacrilegious to count being a Buckeye as one of your blessings.
  • Try to never boo a former or current Buckeye football player.
  • Correct anyone who doesn't refer to OSU as "THE" Ohio State University. If they argue with you over what they think to be a nit-picky point, you are free to kick their a$$.
  • When making fun of guys in marching bands always caveat your comments with a statement that, regardless of what you just said, anyone in TBDBITL is very cool.
  • Admit that secretly, you wished you played tuba and could dot the "i." You'd even be willing to put on a few dozen pounds to look the part.
  • You would not trade the opportunity to swill beer while listening to The Danger Brothers after an OSU victory over Michigan for tickets to any rock band that has ever existed.
  • It is important to consider the "good old days" ARE NOW. Enjoy them even when OSU doesn't win the NC.
  • Scarlet and Gray always works. Maize and Blue is always gay. Not that there is anything wrong with that.
  • Drinking alcohol before 9:00 A.M. is, at best, immature, and likeky, a sign of a serious problem. Except on game day.
  • It is never ok to talk to a stranger at the urinal next to you unless he is dressed in OSU garb. That said, the topic should be limited to Buckeye football.
  • There are no bad seats in Buckeye Stadium.
  • If you attend a game at Wisconsin, you must never engage in "Jump Around" at the end of the third quarter no matter how tempting. Also, never, and I mean never, take your kids to a Wisconsin game unless you want to explain why everyone there are drunken jerks.
  • If your wife asks you what was the greatest night of your life, admit the truth that it was January 3, 2003. Sex isn't as important or rewarding as that NC.
  • Plant a Buckeye tree in your yard.
  • Hang a Buckeye flag on game day. If any of your neighbors counter with a Michigan flag, it is your solemn duty to tear it down and deface it anyway you see fit.
  • It is "ok" to not get the drum major thing; it is "not ok" to fail to cheer when the plume touches the field.
  • Be thankful beer is not sold during the game. It leaves more room for HineyGate.
  • In honor of Woody, the principle of "paying forward" should be practiced at all times by all Buckeyes.

    If You Are From Ohio State, It Is Okay to Cry During the Following...

    It is OK to be emotional (and even "tear" up) during the following:

  • Script Ohio
  • Your child's first Buckeye game
  • Carmen Ohio
  • During a Tressel speech
  • Listening to "What I Want"
  • Remembering Woody
  • After beating Michigan
  • Winning the National Championship
  • When NFL Buckeyes state on MNF that they are from "THE" Ohio State University.
  • Hearing the phrase, "Rest easy Woody, the new man has arrived." Ramp entrance

    Tuesday, October 16, 2007

    I have the McDonalds Monopoly Boardwalk game piece stamp, does anyone have the Park Place stamp? I'll split the $1 million with you!


    Crazy Things You Can Say to Get Everyone's Attention

    Any of these things would surely grab your attention:



  • I have the McDonalds Monopoly Boardwalk game piece stamp, does anyone have the Park Place stamp? I'll split the $1 million with you!


  • Did you hear Britney Spears is pregnant again with ________'s child?!


  • South Florida is playing Boston College in the NCAA College Football BCS national championship game!


  • Click here and win a free Apple iPhone!


  • Get a ______________ completely free!!


  • A black woman is the President of the United States of America!


  • We caught Osama Bin Laden!


  • Gas is 99 cents per gallon!


  • The American Idol season finale is tonight!


  • Iran is planning to fire their nuclear missiles!


  • A young blonde girl is missing!


  • Monday Night Football is being canceled!


  • Check out this two-headed ___________!


  • ______ ______ was found in a dog fighting ring!


  • Steve Jobs has announced Apple's new _____________!

    Saturday, October 13, 2007

    Top 10 Reasons Ohio State is ranked #1

    The top 10 reasons Ohio State is now ranked unanimous #1 college football team in the nation!

    1. Southern Cal loses
    2. LSU loses
    3. West Virginia loses
    4. Texas loses
    5. Michigan loses
    6. Florida loses
    7. Wisconsin loses
    8. Oklahoma loses
    9. Virginia Tech loses
    10. Louisville loses

    Thursday, September 20, 2007

    Must Haves for Football Season

    It’s mid September. Leaves are changing colors. The weather is getting colder. Another school year has started. And O.J. is finally going to jail (that is kind of like the ultimate make-up call in sports history). But September also brings another football season. And for many men in America, that means couch potato season. And for a lot of women, that means boredom. But it doesn’t have to be that way. So take the advice of one of the greatest characters in movie history, “quid pro quo.” Something for something. A favor for a favor. Give and take. If you just started dating, good luck! No, just kidding, but it will take a little more effort than it will for those couples who have been together long enough to thank the heavens for the plasma screen male babysitter. So while the men are pounding beers and feasting on cheesy poofs, don’t volunteer to be the miserable maid, instead try one of these great ideas. And make sure you buy some of these must-haves:

    Tuesday, September 4, 2007

    Top 5 Biggest Upsets in Sports History

    Everyone likes to root for an underdog. Here are a couple sporting events where that support paid off.

    1. Appalachian State beats #5 Michigan in the season opener at Michigan Stadium (2007): They led nearly the entire game and with seconds left, gave up a big play that put Michigan in the position to win with this field goal...
    2. U.S. beats Soviets Olympic ice hockey, 1980: Not only a huge upset in sports, but an unbelievable moment in the context of American history.
    3. Buster Douglas KOs Mike Tyson for heavyweight championship, 1990: Tyson was seen as invincible at the time, making his improbable loss to little known Buster Douglas all the more surprising.
    4. Golden State Warriors eliminate Dallas Mavericks in the first round of the 2007 playoffs: The Mavericks were the biggest favorites to win the west since the Kobe/Shaq Lakers.
    5. N.C. State knocks off Houston to win 1983 NCAA championship. Everyone counted Jimmy Valvano and his N.C. State team out... but everyone was wrong

    Thursday, August 30, 2007

    Where Can You Watch the OSU Football Games in Columbus?

    By now, everyone knows that the Ohio State football games will not be on regular cable TV for many games this year (if not, how can you call yourself a fan?! but to summarize there is an issue with the new TV channel "Big Ten Network" and Time Warner, Comcast, etc., so DirectTV is the only one carrying it) - BUT DON'T WORRY, these local bars & restaurants in Columbus will be showing the game:



  • The Library Bar - AN OSU CAMPUS TRADITION, SINCE 1972 IS SHOWING IT, IN HDTV. WE OPEN @ 10:00 AM. WE ARE LOCATED @ 2169 N. HIGH ST. PHONE # 614-299-3245. NO COVER CHARGE AND LOWER PRICES THAN ANY WHERE IN THE AREA!


  • Damon's Grill (OSU) - 3025 OLENTANGY RIVER ROAD, 614-262-6208 HOURS:11AM-12AM WILL BE SHOWING THE GAME-GO BUCKS!


  • Bier Stube North - located off 161 W Dublin Granvile Rd right next to the valvoline oil change. Over a dozen t.v's one of which is a giant Projector that is over 120 inches big. There is also a full kithcen serving great Pizza, wings and subs. The Bar will open at elven in the morning on saturday. So be here early if you want a good seat cause there is going to be tons of die hard buckeye fans here, rooting on the Buckeyes. If you have any questions please feel free to call 032-0214


  • The Dub Pub - 5736 Frantz Road, Dublin.614.761.2728, dub-pub.com, myspace.com/thedubpub. Open at 11 A.M. Domestic bottles are only a buck-and-a-quarter. Voted best Sports Bar and Best Bar Staff in Central Ohio. Fills up early, so early arrival is recommended to get a seat. Two complete surround sound systems and good tv viewing angles all around.


  • Studio 35 - located at 3055 Indianola Avenue. Pizza, wings and 15 beers on tap, free admission. Come watch the Buckeyes at the best place in town next to OSU Stadium.


  • 8 Ball Sports Bar & Billiards - WILL BE SHOWING ALL OHIO STATE GAMES. COME AND WATCH, PLAY POOL & CORNHOLE ALL AT THE SAME TIME. LOCATED IN THE MORSE CENTRE SHOPPING CENTER BESIDE GOODWILL AT 2100 MORSE RD. 614 436-2948 OPEN AT 11:00 WEAR OHIO STATE AND GET $5.00 DOMESTIC PITCHERS, 2 HOTDOGS & FRIES FO $1.99. A FULL SERVICE BAR AND RESTURANT FOR YOUR PLEASE. 2 OUTDOOR PATIOS, LOTS OF TV'S OPEN AT 11:00 THIS SATURDAY. COME AND SEE JESSE ONE OF THE FINEST BARTENDERS. GO BUCKS


  • The Colony (in Texas) - I know that this place is not in Ohio. But, it is like being on High Street during game day. It is north of The Colony, which is located in Texas. The place is of course called "The Varsity Club". Of course named after the Varsity Club on High Street. The owner is an Ohio State Alum, and has decked the place out in the two best colors in the world, Scarlet and Gray. If you ever make to Texas, you need to check out this place. A little piece of campus and home, for all of us Buckeye fans not located in Central Ohio. I will be there come Saturday. GO BUCKS....


  • Sportsmen's Billiard Club - 3965 Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio (614) 279-5888. We will be showing ALL Ohio State games. We also have NFL Sunday Ticket from Directv. We have several TV's including 4 new 42" flat screens. We will also have a big screen TV located on our enclosed smoking patio for you smoking and viewing pleasure. GO BUCKS!!!


  • Grandview Cafe - 1455 W 3rd Ave (Corner of W 3rd and Grandview Ave.) Open Saturday from 11AM - Midnight 14 HD TVs on 2 floors, special "Tailgate Menu" with 35 cent wings, deep-fried lasagna, foot-long coneys, etc. 486-CAFE. www.grandviewcafe.com


  • VIP Lounge - 3650 Main Street in Hilliard! We will have all the Ohio State games and the NFL Sunday ticket! Big screen TV and 9 other TV's to watch your favorite games. Beer drink specials. Dont be the only one to miss it!!


  • Kickstand Pub - has all the Buckeye and NFL games! We have six flat screen tv's and a very LARGE projection screen! We are south of Polaris Parkway on the southwest corner of Sancus and Lazelle Road in Worthington/Westerville. We open at 11:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays. More questions? Contact us at 614/436-4984. Otherwise, GO BUCKS!


  • Polo's - on Bethel will be showing all Ohio State and NFL Games this fall. We have numerous Big-Screen Tv's and an excellent venue for watching all of your favorite sports. We are located at the corner of Bethel & GoDown Road in NW Columbus. 1375 Bethel Road Columbus, Ohio 43220 614-459-9987


  • Beef 'O' Brady's - at 6340 Scioto Darby Creek Rd. and Cosgray Rd. in Hilliard is the place for Buckeye football. 16 High Def T.V.s!! There is not a bad seat in the house. Beer Specials every Saturday and Sunday. And a great happy hour Mon- Fri. Large Patio for the nice weather. Call for Carryout or Info at 614-529-WING Open Mon-Sat 11a-11p and Sun 11a-10p.


  • Otie's Tavern and Grill - in Hilliard if you want to experience the original Buckeye Bar. We have been following the buckeyes for 43 years. Come watch the game on 11 televisions with surround sound, and enjoy some great pub food, including the World Famous Otie Baloney sandwich. GO BUCKS! Otie's Tavern & Grill 5344 Center Street Hilliard, OH (614) 876-6044


  • Planks On Broadway - in Grove City. Just had DIRECTV installed last week and ready for everyone!!! Beer bucket specials during the games as well as half price pizza!!! If your lucky, you might even get one of Mary Jane's famous "Scarlet and Gray" shots!!! Corner of Park St. and Broadway in the heart of the town center. (614)875-7800 for more info!!! GO BUCKS!


  • Debbie & Nebbie's Eldorados - 4968 NORTH HIGH STREET COL, OH 43214 614-785-0190 WE WILL BE SHOWING THE BUCKEYE'S HERE THIS SATURDAY. WE OPEN AT 9:00 A.M WE HAVE PLENTY OF TV'S TO WATCH THE GAME, BUCKET BEER SPECIALS AND DON'T FORGET TO TRY ONE OF SHERRY'S BLOODY MARY'S. ELDORADO'S HAS ALWAYS BEEN A GAME DAY HANG OUT !!! GO BUCKEYES !!!!! WE DO HAVE THE BIG TEN CONFERENCE AND THE NFL TICKET.


  • Da Vinci's Market Pizzeria and Italian Cafe - 7897 Refugee Road, Pickerington. 614-834-3444, www.davincismarket.com. Open at 11:30AM with all-you-can-eat buffet. Bring the family and see OSU play in a family environment.


  • Crowne Plaza Dublin - (I270/Rt33 Ex17A) Come watch the game in our newly renovated Lounge with 48" PLAMAS and a 72" BIG SCREEN TV. We open at 11:00am with great drink and food specials. GO BUCKS!! (614)764-2200 for directions


  • Gameworks - IN COLUMBUS WILL AIR OHIO STATE VS. YOUNGSTOWN STATE GAME ON SEPTEMBER 1ST GameWorks in Columbus, Ohio (Easton Town Center) will be broadcasting the Ohio State vs. Youngstown State football game on Saturday. Great food- great drink specials and the best place in town for OSU fans to unite! GameWorks will open at 11 AM for fans! GameWorks, (www.gameworks.com) is the high-tech entertainment, restaurant and bar experience was named the Official Watch Party Location for The Ohio State Buckeyes for the third year in a row.


  • Hot Spot Tavern - 5171 Sinclair Rd.(second traffic light north from Morse Rd. or south from 161)Open every day at 7:00AM! Drink specials and free food on game day. Enjoy watching the Buckeyes on widescreen TV with fabulous fans! 614-888-2727


  • Honda Marysville - www.hondamarysville.com Tailgate party and OSU Game Saturday! Join us for food and fun from 9 to 6! CALL 866-645-4080 FOR DETAILS!!! We're CLOSER than you think!


  • Towne Pub - 164 N Wilson Rd., Columbus, OH 614-274-7872. Opening 11:00 a.m. Come join us for $1.50 all domestic (during the game). Fun, Food and good people.


  • Bob's Bar - The Cultural Hub of the Midwest. 4961 N. High St. Columbus. (614)888-9073. We will be opening at 11:00 AM Saturday and carrying the OSU game on the Big Ten Network. We will also be offering free food and drink specials!


  • Rooster's - 376 South Hamilton Road in Whitehall, 614-759-7778, will be showing all of The Ohio State Games. Opens on Saturday at 11:00 AM


  • The Filling Station Bar & Grill - 8765 Smoky Row Rd; 614-761-9766; Open 11:30AM-2:30AM; OSU football tickets given away every week during Buckeye games; Big Ten Network, College Football Gameplan; Voted Best Wings in Columbus! $10.50 Domestic Buckets!


  • Signatures - at 94 Mill Street in Gahanna. We will be showing all of the OSU Football games this year, including the games that can only be seen on The Big Ten Network. Please feel free to give us a call at 614-475-2220 for info and directions. We have great drink and beer prices with the most extensive food menu that you will find anywhere, including Pizza, burgers, wings, salads, and awesome grilled sandwiches.


  • Gressos - 961 S. High Street Columbus, OH 43206 (614) 444-0131 Saturday Hours: 11a.m. - 1a.m. We have 10 flat screen TVs on two floors. Head south on high, pass Whittier and we are on the right hand side before Greenlawn... Hope to see you there!


  • Rackums Sportsbar - 2118 Stringtown Rd, Grove City,871-5164, doors open at 11:00am. "Opening Day special" with $1.25 domestic bottle beer and 35 cent wings (during game). Great hamburgers, subs, pizza and much more. Large room with 4 HDTV's and 6 other TV's.


  • Digger & Finch Fine Scottish Grill & Pub - 6720 Riverside Dr Dublin, OH 43017 (614) 889-8585 17 TV's for your viewing pleasure Great Patio, Great Food & Cold beverages


  • Buffalo Wings & Rings - 1574 Stringtown Road Grove City, Ohi 43213 614-801-0900 11:00 am -1:00 am Great wings, cold beer & lots of various sizes of TV's including (4) huge projections screens.


  • Larry B's Sports Lounge - 5926 Westerville Rd. 891-5279 Open 10:30 AM


  • Bernie's Distillery - 1896 N High St Across from the Wexner, just south of Lane


  • Grandview Cafe - 1455 W 3rd Ave (Corner of W 3rd and Grandview Ave.) Open Saturday from 11AM - Midnight 14 HD TVs on 2 floors, special "Tailgate Menu" with 35 cent wings, deep-fried lasagna, foot-long coneys, etc. 223-CAFE