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 Heckler Comic: Brees will keep Indy guessingSaturday, Feb. 6, 2010 Manning won't know what to make of it Super Bowl XLIV prediction Read More Overzealous NFL legally prevents man from telling friends he's going to watch [REDACTED] Sunday night Friday, Feb. 5, 2010 Hands him huge cease-and-desist letter The NFL is notorious for vigorously protecting each of its many trademarks, none more so than the [REDACTED]. The league goes out of its way to prevent any unsanctioned or unpaid use of the term, but critics feel this year it has gone too far when the league prevented a Chicago man from using the name of the game while discussing his Sunday evening plans with his friends. Read More  Outrage grows over future 4th-round draft pick starring in Super Bowl adMonday, Feb. 1, 2010 'Why does Tebow get an ad and I don't?' asks Clausen Controversy over former Florida Gators QB Tim Tebow's appearance in a high-profile Super Bowl TV ad continues to grow, as Sunday's big game approaches. Critics feel that Tebow -- a projected fourth-round pick in this April's NFL Draft -- is unworthy of the fame brought about by starring in an ad running during the most-watched TV event of the year. Read More Breakthrough study may keep elderly Dallas sports fans alive longer Friday, January 29, 2010 Doctors from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center have completed a breakthrough study Read More  Heckler Comic: Jerry and the SaintsThursday, January 28, 2010 It should have been the Cowboys Heckler comic by Rick Atkinson Read More  Heckler Comic: A pirate looks at X-raysSunday, January 24, 2010 Rick Atkinson Mike Leach may be a head case compared to Adam James. Read More  Vikings gloat, punish Cowboys for three decades of failureSunday, January 17, 2010 Minnesota wins NFC Divisional playoff game Vikings 34, Cowboys 3 Read More  Will Wade Phillips turn Jerry Jones down?Sunday, January 10, 2010 Jerry Jones losing contract leverage with one of Cowboys winningest head coaches Jerry Jones losing leverage with one of Cowboys winningest head coaches Read More  Cowboys, kicker avoid bad-play vibes given off by Roy WilliamsMonday, December 28, 2009 Cowboys owner considers selling sleeveless Roy Williams jersey Read More  Heckler comic: Jerry's next really big showWednesday, December 23, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Heckler comic by Rick Atkinson Read More  Dec. 09 issue is out: NFL Today adds 10th host; Bears demoted to CFL; Hawks sign entire team for lifeTuesday, Dec. 22, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's December issue has hit the streets. In addition to our award-winning unbelievable Chicago sports coverage, this month The Heckler names its first-ever Sportsman of the Year. Here's a hint: His nickname should be "Pick Six." Read More Cowboys pull off Christmas miracle, beat undefeated Saints Sunday, Dec. 20, 2009 Receiver Williams mum in Cowboys win Cowboys beat Saints by touchdown Read More  Heckler cartoon: Horns go over to the dark sideWednesday, December 16, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson Read More  Roy Williams fined for impersonating top-shelf receiverWednesday, Dec. 16, 2009 NFL may also recommend re-education classes for celebratorious displays Cowboys wide receiver Roy Williams was fined Wednesday an undisclosed amount by the NFL after he made comments calling out the Saints on Tuesday. Read More  Cowboys still zero for December after loss to Chargers; drop into second placeMonday, December 14, 2009 Owner Jerry Jones drops concert bombshell The Cowboys lost their second straight game in December on Sunday, after losing 20-17 to the San Diego Chargers at Cowboys Stadium. After the Eagles beat the New York Giants 45-38 on Sunday night, the Cowboys dropped into second place in the NFC East. Read More  Heckler Comic: Gut-check time for Wade and the CowboysFriday, Dec. 11, 2009 Wade needs to get the 3-6 December monkey off his back It's gut-check time for Wade and the Cowboys Read More  Nov. 09 issue is out: Cubs sign Kenny Powers; Bears lineman struggle, and much moreMonday, Nov. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's November issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  After Sunday, T.O. sets his standards higher than Roy WilliamsSunday, November 01, 2009 Buffalo Bills receiver says he'll now do better this season than Miles Austin Read More  Heckler Comic: Texas Tech coach starring in 'Fat Little Girls Can't Coach'Friday, Oct. 30, 2009 By Rick Atkinson A week after Texas Tech coach Mike Leach's outburst about his players having '"fat little girlfriends," he's decided to make himself into a movie star. Read More  Texas governor renames capitol city for Dallas Cowboys wide receiverFriday, October 30, 2009 City of Austin renamed for football player In a stunning move Friday, Texas Governor Rick Perry changed the name of the state’s capitol city to Austin in order to honor Miles Austin, the Dallas Cowboys wide receiver who has put up monster numbers in the past two Cowboys wins over Kansas City and Atlanta. Read More ESPN demotes Steve Phillips to minors Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 'Steve has completely lost his eye for talent' Phillips, who previously was general manager for the Mets, admitted having an affair with 22-year-old Brooke Hundley, a woman described by the New York Post as "the tubby temptress." Read More  Oct 09 issue is out: New Soldier Field Carpet; Gregg's tasty new gig; Impact of Urlacher's injury on the population; and much moreFriday, Oct. 16, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's October issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Wade's last stand?Thursday, October 08, 2009 The Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson Is this the last stand for the Cowboys coach? Read More Selig removes playoff berth for AL Central champ Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009 'None of these teams deserve it' As the mediocre Twins and Tigers duke it out for a divisional championship and the White Sox a distant memory, MLB commissioner Bud Selig announced at a recent press conference that none of the three contenders in the AL Central will make it into the playoffs. Read More  Sept 09 issue is out: Hendry's job hunt, Big Z's really big gig, Favre's un-retirement and much moreFriday, Sept. 11, 2009 Chicago sports news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's September issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Heckler Comic: Cowboys switch jerseys just for the hell of itFriday, Aug. 28, 2009 After 12 seasons without a playoff win and repeated December flops, a new attitude permeated Cowboys training camp this year, demonstrated by Roy Williams, Austin Miles and Patrick Crayton switching jerseys. Read More  Heckler Cartoon: No more Camp CupcakeThursday, August 13, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson Read More  Aug 09 issue: Soto stuck in MRI machine; Fan with iPhone misses game; Cutler shows up in beer helmet; and much moreTuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 Cubs, Sox and Bears news you won't find anywhere else Great news: The Heckler's August issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  Cowboys owner compares voice of head coach to that of Michael JacksonThursday, August 06, 2009 Head coach's voice too shrill for owner Read More  Heckler Comic: Obama thinks former Dallas mayor 'acted stupidly'Monday, Aug. 3, 2009 Should have supported Cowboys' new stadium The President is on a roll. Read More  Rangers pitcher tests positive for swine fluFriday, July 24, 2009 Another roadblock thrown in way of team in pursuit of AL West title Read More  Heckler Cartoon: The bloom is off the rose, goodbye JessicaFriday, July 24, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Cartoon by Rick Atkinson Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Paul McCartney to appear at Cowboys StadiumWednesday, July 22, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Read More (Romo)ance ends in Dallas, football fans rejoice as season about to start Wednesday, July 15, 2009 QB Romo breaks up with Jessica Simpson, eyes 13+ win season instead The romance between Dallas signal caller Tony Romo and sometime actress and country music star Jessica Simpson may be over, but the romance between Dallas Cowboys fans and their team is set to begin at the end of July. Training camp opens at 2:15 p.m. July 29 at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Fans are eager for a good season, and history would say they are right. Dallas was 13-3 the season after Romo broke up with Carrie Underwood. The 2009 season should be one full of drama since the storyli... Read More  July 09 issue is out: Busch Stadium gets indoor plumbing; Ozzie adopts Wrigley rat; and much moreThursday, July 09, 2009 Plenty of Cardinals, All-Star Game and Cubs news this month Great news: The Heckler's July issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable sports news. Read More  June 09 issue is out: Bradley's mouth zippered shut; Ozzie holds insult seminar to prep for Wrigley; and much moreThursday, June 11, 2009 Also follow The Heckler on Twitter and Facebook Great news: The Heckler's June issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Also this month, The Heckler is co-sponsoring a pair of great events this month: unbeatable rooftop deals for Cubs-Twins and Cubs-Indians and National 40 oz. Week at The Fifty/50. Spread the word! Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Jerry's Kingdom ComeMonday, June 01, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson Read More  May 09 issue is out: Lou gets moving walkway to speed up mound trips; Contreras recalls days with Ty Cobb; ESPN: Cornhole launchesFriday, May 8, 2009 Also introducing The Heckler Fan Pass Great news: The Heckler's May issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Saluting the Sages of DFW Sports Talk Radio: Greg 'The Hammer' WilliamsSunday, April 19, 2009 Fifth in a series by Rick Atkinson Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Saluting the Sages of DFW Sports Talk Radio: Norm HitzgesThursday, April 16, 2009 Does anybody know more about DFW sports than Norm? Read More  Hicks to Rangers: We can't afford any more cyclesThursday, April 16, 2009 Bad economy catching up to Rangers and their owner On Wednesday night, Ian Kinsler was 6-for-6 and hit for the cycle as the Rangers ended a five game losing streak with a 19-6 win over the Baltimore Orioles at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Read More Heckler Cartoon: Opening Day on Tom Hicks' finances Tuesday, April 14, 2009 By Rick Atkinson Opening day cartoon. Read More  April 09 issue is out: Cubs to wear Snuggies; Santo gets mohawk; Reed is scrappyFriday, April 10, 2009 Be sure to sign up for The Heckler's Miller Park trip May 9 Great news: The Heckler's April issue has hit the streets. As usual, it's packed full of unbelievable Chicago sports news. Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Jerry Jones finds sponsor for new stadiumThursday, April 9, 2009 By Rick Atkinson The Cowboys' new stadium finally has a sponsor Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Saluting the Sages of DFW SportstalkWednesday, April 08, 2009 Third in a series by Rick Atkinson Read More  George W. Bush provides Rangers with reliefWednesday, April 01, 2009 Former president fills in for disgraced pitchman, will throw out first pitch in Texas' season opener While news that Vince Shlomi (the ShamWow guy) was arrested in Miami for punching a prostitute in the face barely made a ripple in the U.S. media pool, at Texas Rangers camp in Surprise, Ariz., the news might have well been a Tsunami. We had Shlomi booked to throw out the first pitch at our home opener in April,” a team spokesperson, who didn’t want to have his identity revealed, said. “Now we’ll have to go with former President George W. Bush.” President Bush at one time was a managing gene... Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Saluting the sages of DFW Sports Talk radio: Dale HansenTuesday, March 31, 2009 Second in a series by Rick Atkinson Tribute to the Sages of DFW Sports Talk radio Read More  Heckler Comic: Saluting the sages of D-FW sports talk radioSaturday, March 28, 2009 Randy Galloway: Jerry Jones' not-so-secret admirer Heckler cartoonist Rick Atkinson salutes 103.3 FM's Randy Galloway. Read More National magazine gives Cowboys 'Doodie Award'; says Josh Hamilton is A-OK Tuesday, March 24, 2009 "Highlights for Children" magazine doesn't trust Cowboys owner to employ players kids can look up to Read More  Heckler Comic: Former Cowboys QB says Tony Romo doesn't have what it takes to leadTuesday, March 17, 2009 Troy Aikman questions Tony Romo's leadership abilities says Rick Atkinson Read More  Heckler Comic: Texas Rangers unveil new marketing campaignSunday, March 15, 2009 Hollywood star Joaquin Phoenix now Rangers first base coach, says Rick Atkinson Desperate Rangers hire Hollywood star Joaquin Phoenix to be new first base coach. Read More  Rangers get rid of ugly helmets; can't get rid of ugly relief pitchingThursday, March 12, 2009 Helmets easier to throw away than pitchers The Texas Rangers can't get rid of bad pitching as fast as they can bad fashion choices The Texas Rangers hired fashion consultant Tim Gunn, host of "Tim Gunn's Guide to Style," to help control the fallout caused by their new, ugly batting helmets. Gunn simply took the lid off the trash can and filled it with those helmets, then suggested the team return to the blue helmets from last season. “Those red and blue helmets, what can I say,” Gunn said, “looked like someone, perhaps a Chicago Whit... Read More  How far can Texas go in the NCAA's?Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Rick Atkinson asks the question about UT basketball Read More  New Jerry World stadium to offer longer, thicker Pink ThingsWednesday, March 11, 2009 Perhaps new Thing will have a bulbous head to resemble the Cowboys owner Pink Things, the frozen treat only available at Six Flags over Texas is now poised to make its debut at Jerry Jones’ new Cowboys Stadium in Arlington when it opens later this year. Jones said his Pink Thing will be longer (9 inches) and wider (2 inches) than the ones available at Six Flags. “It will also come with a wide base you can hold in your hand,” Jones said. “Then to eat it, you roll down the paper shaft and lick to your heart’s content.” By Todd Hutchinson Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Booted from Jerry's KingdomMonday, March 09, 2009 Rick Atkinson's view on Terrell Owens' departure from 'Big D' Read More  Heckler Comic: SMU has a C-USA crownThursday, March 5, 2009 One SMU coach has a leg up on her colleagues Heckler cartoonist Rick Atkinson explores the issue. Read More  Anger mananagement helps Jason Kidd save MavericksThursday, March 05, 2009 Point guard leads charge to stop owner from "blowing up" team Read More  Valley Ranch bloodletting: Cowboys cut ties with Terrell Owens, Roy WilliamsThursday, March 5, 2009 Terrell Owens was joined in the unemployment line on Thursday by defensive back Roy Williams. Read More  Jon Kitna traded to Cowboys completing deal from one bad team to anotherSaturday, Feb. 28, 2009 Kitna's career highlight: An 0-16 finish in Detroit last year Jon Kitna is now a Dallas Cowboy. The Cowboys confirmed Saturday they traded for the former Lions QB, who is slated to become Tony Romo's backup. Read More  Heckler Comic: SMU's June Jones is serious Friday, Feb. 27, 2009 After kicking 9 players off the football team, Jones isn't messing around He might be wearing a Hawaiian shirt, but that doesn't mean SMU's football coach isn't serious. Read More  Cowboys owner says his ego getting in the way of Super Bowl titlesFriday, February 27, 2009 After 20 years as owner, Jerry Jones can't admit he's done anything wrong Twenty years ago this week, Jerry Jones bought the Dallas Cowboys. After a good early run that included three Super Bowl championships and a roster of hall-of-famers, the Cowboys are now one of the most inept franchises in sports, and Jerry is the one fans are blaming, according to a recent poll. Jerry said the fans are wrong. “They need to blame my inflated ego,” Jones said. “I was just happy to be here, with all the paved roads and indoor plumbing,” Jones, who originally came from Arkansas,... Read More  Heckler Cartoon: Jerry Jones will continue to dominate even 10 years from nowThursday, Feb. 26, 2009 Rick Atkinson looks into the Cowboys owner's future and it ain't pretty Jerry Jones will continue to do all the talking for the people around him 10 years from now, only he'll be living at a much slower pace. Read More  Rangers GM finds new pitcher during shopping trip to Big LotsSunday, February 22, 2009 Kris Benson wasn't doing anything, so Rangers GM Jon Daniels invited him to spring training Texas Rangers general manager Jon Daniels was shopping Friday at Big Lots in Southlake and picked up Kris Benson off the shelf in the pitcher's aisle of the store. The pitcher signed a minor-league contract and received an invitation to big league spring training. While Kris Benson's career record, 68-73, for the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets and Baltimore Orioles isn't going to thrill Rangers fans, his other numbers 34DD-24-34 will. Those are the measurements of Kris' wife, Anna Benson. ... Read More Cowboys owner Jerry Jones kicks off Lenten season with cryptic message Thursday, February 19, 2009 Not known if Jones meant to develop harmony among men and nations, or just on the Cowboys Read More Morning News, Star Telegram to tag team Rangers coverage Tuesday, February 17, 2009 Practice incident leads to unique coverage decision Read More  Jerry can't help it: Cowboys owner makes commitment to pursue Michael VickSunday, February 15, 2009 Read More Spring traning starts Saturday, but not for the Rangers Saturday, February 14, 2009 Catchers only report to Rangers facility in Surprise, Ariz. Read More Cowboys quarterback sends thank you to A-Rod Thursday, February 12, 2009 Romo glad Alex Rodriguez's steroid admission takes heat off Cowboys It was supposed to be a Sunday exclusive for KTVT CBS 11. Babe Laufenberg, the former Dallas Cowboys backup quarterback had a no-holds barred interview with current Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. Read More Scott Van Pelt suspended for saying what everyone else was thinking about Selig's $18.5 million salary Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2009 ESPN personality given time out despite somehow managing to avoid profanities during 6-minute rant ESPN bald talking head Scott Van Pelt's afternoon radio show isn't particularly interesting, insightful or amusing, but Monday it was all of that when Van Pelt nearly "choked on his own vomit" after learning baseball commissioner Bud Selig made an $18.5 million salary in 2007. His several-minute rant about Selig's pay earned him a suspension from the show and the devotion of many die-hard baseball fans who wondered the same thing Van Pelt said. Read More Bunch of assholes on ESPN analyze A-Rod 'roid admission to death Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2009 Joe Morgan, Steve Phillips, Stephen A. Smith take turns weighing in on controversy Three ESPN's heavyweights took turns condemning Alex Rodriguez Monday, each ignoring they're grade-A pricks. Read More  Media, fan reaction mixed regarding Rodriguez's steroid admissionTuesday, February 10, 2009 Only media members seemed to be outraged by baseball players using performance-enhancing drugs Read More Dallas Cowboys advertise front office opening on Craigslist Monday, February 09, 2009 Senior Advisor spot vacant after Reeves, Jones can't agree on terms Read More  Texas Rangers announce prominent addition to 'All 'Roid' team Sunday, February 08, 2009 Alex Rodriguez takes final spot on All-Star 'Roid Rangers Read More  Sheets hurts pitching elbow while signing contract with RangersFriday, February 06, 2009 Texas, Miwaukee debate what team pays for surgery Read More  Book 'em Dan-O, two tickets back to the ATLThursday, February 05, 2009 Dan Reeves given office at Valley Ranch, just not a contract worth signing Read More Rangers' laughable pitching staff suffers key loss Wednesday, February 04, 2009 Reliever Joaquin Benoit may miss all of 2009 season Why can't the Rangers trade any pitchers listed on their 40-man roster? Because no other Major League GM believes an ex-Rangers' pitcher could pitch for their club, according to team president Nolan Ryan. Read More Cowboys keepin' it real in offseason Friday, January 30, 2009 Terrell Owens, Michael Irvin to host reality TV shows Read More  Sheets comes to Dallas; ice storm followsWednesday, January 28, 2009 Is this a sign the Rangers should let this free agent pass? Read More Romo to lead Cowboys Sunday, January 25, 2009 Cowboys quarterback says girlfriend gave him go-ahead to be team leader Read More Sources: Laundry soap, underwear reasons Cowboys were tardy, undisciplined in '08 Thursday, January 22, 2009 Overly washed undergarments had team chafed all season While the Cowboys may not have a squeaky-clean image, at least the team had the cleanest undergarments in the NFL. Read More Cowboys interested in adding to stable of felons Tuesday, January 20, 2009 Dallas owner Jerry Jones interested in acquiring Ray Lewis The Baltimore Sun is reporting that the Cowboys will make a run at Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis if Lewis becomes a free agent. Read More  Young will make switch to third baseSaturday, January 17, 2009 Rangers GM now ready to wreck franchise in free-agent market Michael Young said he will move from shortstop to third base and back off his demand for a trade after it became apparent that Rangers GM Jon Daniels couldn't trade him for two bad minor league pitchers and a year's supply of taffy. Read More Former Cowboys receiver turns down Presidential request Friday, January 16, 2009 Traffic incident could lead to new career as diplomat Read More  Jerry Jones and Gov. Blagojevich: Two wild and crazy guysSaturday, Jan. 10, 2009 The Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson The talk in Dallas and Illinois is sounding pretty similar these days. Read More  Cowboys' offseason pickupMonday, January 05, 2009 The Heckler cartoon by Rick Atkinson Dallas is looking to add some fire power this offseason. Read More  Coach in placeSaturday, January 03, 2009 The Hecker cartoon by Rick Atkinson Jerry Jones insists his coach is in place. Just what does he mean by that? Read More  Heckler Comic: Ravens help Jerry Jones close out Texas Stadium in styleSaturday, Dec. 27, 2008 By Rick Atkinson The Ravens helped Jerry Jones close out Texas Stadium in style Read More  Insiders reveal Obama actually sucks at basketballFriday, Nov. 6, 2008 Long-believed to be a good player, President-elect is anything but Just a day after a Fox News reporter revealed failed VP candidate Sarah Palin was even less intelligent than observers feared, another post-election bombshell was dropped when news spread that President-Elect Barack Obama -- long-believed to be a capable basketball player -- actually sucks at the game. Read More  Philly fans get reason to be even bigger d-bags for the next 12 monthsWednesday, Oct. 29, 2008 Phillies top Rays in World Series As Brad Lidge threw strike three past Tampa's Eric Hinske to give the 2008 World Series Championship to the Philadelphia Phillies, one thing was confirmed: Philly fans now had a reason to be even bigger d-bags for the next 12 months. Read More |
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