Most people know I'm a huge Atlanta Falcons fan. One concern I have this year is the emotional wave that the New Orleans Saints will be riding, with an improved team and all the hype, they'll always be a tough foe. Drew Brees and Reggie Bush are both Pro Bowl caliber, and it stinks to have to go up against them twice a year. But apparently, it's easier to stop the Saints by using golfing techniques. Concentration? Follow-throughs? Good form? Nope. A golf cart.

Be sure you log on to PGA.com and check out the PGA Pipeline application during next week's PGA Championship. And for AOL users, check out the par 3 coverage available only on AOL. It is unique, impressive, and ground-breaking. It also will have the very best in sports media/interactive applications bringing you the action. And I'm not just saying this b/c I'm one of them. But by the way, I am. How jealous are you?

Some of you (and I'm looking at you GARRICK) like to remind me that I'm married and that some of my comments or pictures come mighty close to the line. Heck, even my wife has checked in from time to time to make sure we stay on topic (golf!). But as much fun as I like to have with my Anna Rawson pics or Natalie Gulbis lines, I truly do believe there is a line that shouldn't be crossed. Some items step up near the line, some obviously jump way way over. Here's one that is an interesting idea, but I can't believe for a second it's totally legit or any type of moneymaker. If you've tried this, please write in and let me know how it went. I don't have the guts to try.

My fave is Anna Rawson. Everyone knows it. But will you all quit going on about Natalie Gulbis? Sheeesh. She's still Anna Kournikova in my book. Yep, ZERO wins. But to make you happy anyways, read this. Thank me later.

Anna Rawson has officially been linked as a FRIEND on my MySpace page. Dorky...perhaps. But you wish you had her on your page. Admit it.

It's been awhile...too long really...since my last Anna Rawson picture. Wait no more.



Speaking of...Anna Rawson has a MySpace account. I've made the friend request. Let's hope she responds.

I've always contended that Tiger Woods has an unfair advantage. He always has a big crowd lining the holes where he plays, and because of that, his wayward shots can't really get that wayward. They will almost always hit some spectator and be back in a playable position. Today was another great example of this. And do you remember when he had several members of a gallery move a boulder for him (considered a loose impediment)? He's the best. No question. It's not his fault, but he does have this unfair advantage.

Make arrangements NOW. Otherwise, you're going on Craigslist and paying out the nose to the see the Top 30. Seriously. Here's the latest from East Lake.

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THE TOUR Championship presented by Coca-Cola - Tickets Selling at Record Pace

This year's tickets guarantee access to next year's FedEx Cup finals

THE TOUR Championship presented by Coca-Cola annually features one of the strongest fields of the PGA TOUR season and golf fans are lining up at a record pace to purchase tickets to make sure they don't miss the season-ending event. The 2006 TOUR Championship presented by Coca-Cola will be held November 2-5 at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta.

The tournament is experiencing ticket sales at a faster pace than ever in the history of the event. The limited number of tickets available is selling at an 80% increase over last year.

"As we move towards next year's event, the demand for our already limited number of tickets will increase, and we are encouraging fans to buy tickets this year to guarantee access to purchase for the new era in golf, the FedexCup," said Executive Director, Todd Rhinehart.

The season-long FedexCup competition will culminate next year at East Lake Golf Club with the field being limited to only the top 30 point earners. THE TOUR Championship will be the final of four Playoff events with the winner of the FedexCup earning a $10-million dollar bonus. Fans are encouraged to log onto www.tourchampionship.pgatour.com or call (888)-TOUR-TIX (868-7849) to purchase tickets for what's sure to be another exciting finish to the PGA TOUR season and a glimpse into next years exciting FedexCup competition.

In a couple of weeks, the best players in the world will descend upon Medinah Country Club near Chicago for the PGA Championship. The winner will be crowned on Suday, the 20th. The best player however, will not tee it up there until the 21st. His name. John Kim. And yes, I'm bragging that I'm playing Medinah.

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This is big.