Links of the Day

A late deal has been reached so ESPN can show Saturday’s big Oregon-Arizona State game nationally. This is great news, for football fans, and for the Pac-10. (Awful Announcing)

The Broncos lost that Monday Night game more than Brett Favre won it. (Signal to Noise)

Is the NFL withholding evidence about how dangerous football is? I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again — If I ever have a son, I’ll strongly discourage him from playing football. The severe injury risk is so much higher there than elsewhere. (The Big Lead)

An excellent compilation of photos from the Red Sox’ victory parade. (Hugging Harold Reynolds)

Hippos are invading your backyard pool. (Larry Brown Sports)