JTTO Man Crush of the Year
Here at Just The Tip-Off we like to ridicule well almost everyone. We enjoy lampooning athletes, executives and entire teams on a fairly regular basis. But we appreciate that these people spend their time entertaining us and we wanted to show our appreciation by creating this section of JTTO. Urban Dictionary defines man crush as: “When a straight man has a “crush” on another man, not sexual but kind of idolizing him.” And we have Man Crushes on certain athletes. On this page we will archive past MCotY winners, just click their name for the article on their victory, as well as tracking our running top 5 for the current year.
Previous Winners:
2008: Tim Tebow
JTTO MCotY 2009 Top 5
Current Standings as of 11-09.
1. Captain Derek Jeter: Need we say more? Ok we can say more. Just wrapped his best season in years with his 5th World Series ring. He had a .500 OBP during the playoffs and lead the Yankees with 11 WS hits. Broke Lou Geghrig’s Yankees hit record and would have an MVP trophy if Joe Mauer hadn’t gone all “Ted Williams with a catcher’s mitt.” Inside Scoop: Well he’s sitting pretty with 7 weeks to go. Had an amazing year and is Big Guy’s daily man crush. Have to like the Captain’s chances.
That's Captain Jeter To You Joe and Chase.
2. Kobe Bryant: This may be surprising seeing as this is a popularity contest. But we appreciate greatness, especially in the form of rings. (see the placement Jeter and Lebron) Plus, adultery isn’t really our problem, that’s between him and his wife. Kobe is probably now the second best player in the NBA but the fact that it’s even debatable speaks volumes about Bryant’s game. Inside Scoop: Kobe is a legit contender here. A dominating November and December could very well seal this up for Jordan 2.0.
See...No Rape Jokes
3. Jared Allen: This guy is a beast as well as a great interview. We enjoy every second he’s on television and would like to hand him the Best Sack Celebration Award. 10.5 sacks through 8 games, including the Green Bay game where he terrorized Aaron Rodgers. Not to mention he collected 30 sacks in the previous two seasons. Animal. Inside Scoop: Here’s the problem for Jared, if he gets a Super Bowl win that means Favre gets one. Which would deeply upset JTTO. This could be interesting.
Come Here Aaron, I Just Want A Hug
4. Tim Tebow: Wally may not agree completely, but the Big Guy feels that Tim has regressed as a passer this year. Plus, without Percy Harvin, Florida doesn’t look quite as untouchable as they did when Timmy won the First Annual Man Crush of the Year Award. Inside Scoop: Let’s be honest, Tebow already has one MCotY trophy and Wally is just dying to make it with him. Although he is in 4th, Tim is still the favorite to upset Derek Jeter.
It Would Be Nice To Repeat With The Gators. Better To Repeat At JTTO.
5. LeBron James: We know this is low for him, since he’s used to greatness. But we need a championship before we give him the MCotY award. This is pretty important stuff. Although the fact that he’s the best player in the NBA is a strong argument. Inside Scoop: He’s in a tough spot since his season won’t be over by New Years, and it would be tough to win without a title in ’09. If anyone is capable though, it’s the Chosen One.
Would It Help If I Showed Some Skin?
6. Chase Utley: “Damn he’d look good in navy pinstripes Wally. As long as he cuts his hair and him or Cano can figure out the outfield.” – Direct quote from the Big Guy. Tied Mr. October with 5 World Series home runs. The only guy all postseason who made Sabathia look human. His position directly correlates to his hair. Inside Scoop: This is really more of an honorable mention. The Phillies inability to muster more of a challenge ruined Chase’s chances. But we expect him to give it another good run in ’10.
I'd Be In Second If I Didn't Look Like That Jesse James Chode.
Still in the Running: Stewart Cink, Colt McCoy, Dewayne Wade, Tony Pike, Chad OchoCinco
Out of the Running due to Wally’s hatred: Tiger Woods
Out of the Running due to Big Guy’s hatred: Brett Favre
Not in the Running due to being female:
Anna Rawson: Great legs and a sharp tongue. Also plays golf apparently.
There Are Just Too Many Dirty Jokes To Pick One.
Erica Blasberg: Another beautiful golfer. This is her Twitter picture! Wow. Holy breasts Batman.
I'll Take Motor Boat For One Thousand Alex.
