NUTS & BOLTS: ‘HOLLYWOOD’ RHODES JETS TO BENCH

Jets Safety Kerry Rhodes (2nd from Left) is being benched by Rex Ryan

Some Jets fans have been on Kerry Rhodes for his “Hollywood” attitude since before the start of this season. I’ll admit that I’m late to the party, but I’m all for Rex Ryan’s decision to bench the $33million safety with no interceptions, sacks, or fumble recoveries this season. Ryan is probably just sending a message here, but hopefully Rhodes receives it loud and clear.  (NY Daily News)

Pretty hilarious post. Brady Quinn’s new squeeze is all over someone else…’s baby. Quinn probably doesn’t have to worry about the baby taking his gal, but he should be concerned that the baby has a stronger arm than him. (SportsbyBrooks)

Marc Bulger may be done in St. Louis. He may be able to take a pay cut, but the only stipulation would be that he still has to play for the Rams… (ESPN)

In the wake of his NBA flameout Luther Wright lost everything, including some toes. (FanHouse)

Mets prospect Fernando Martinez is back on the field after knee surgery. Could he be traded this winter? (Surfing the Mets)

Yankees sign Dominican prospect, center fielder Eladio Moronta. (LoHud)

The ex-Mrs. A-Rod has a new beau. His name is Laszlo Fazekas, he’s a real estate investor, and 75% of the Palm Beach, Florida population thinks he’s ugly. He disagrees. (NY Daily News)

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, here are 10 videos of exploding turkeys and other mishaps you would love to avoid tomorrow (and for the rest of your life). (BroBible)

NHL commentator Don Cherry says new CBC biopic doesn’t pull any punches: ‘I was selfish’. (The Hockey News)

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