Sen. Michael Bennet (D-NYJ?)

Probably not the best move if you're from DENVER and trying to score votes in DENVER, because you want to represent DENVER, which is part of COLORADO and that team from DENVER is playing a team from NEW YORK...It could only mean one thing: you must be wishing for a massive injury to DENVER'S starting quarterback--well either that or John Elway is a Republican.

-Blue Pulaski, HHR's Senior Political Correspondent

B-b-b-bennet and the Jets
Denver Post, Allison Sherry, October 15, 2010

Republicans rebuked Michael Bennet late Friday for bringing in a New York Jets all-pro linebacker to phone bank for the Democratic senator — when the Jets are in town to play the Broncos — asking in a press release whether Bennet wants Broncos QB Kyle Orton to get hurt Sunday.

"There is no greater proof that Michael Bennet is grossly out-of-touch with his own constituents than the fact that he would rather abandon the Denver Broncos to suit up with Jets linebacker Jason Taylor this weekend," said Republican National Committee spokesman Bill Riggs.

"Michael Bennet seems to be totally oblivious to the values and loyalties of the people he hopes to represent. Colorado deserves a Senator who won’t turn their back on the Broncos when it’s politically expedient."

According to the New York Daily News, Taylor is a Democratic contributor and gave $10,000 to the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee in 2008.

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Training Camp Postcards, Part 1 of 8: NFC East

As you may or may not follow, SI.com has dispatched "10 writers to report on the 32 NFL training camps across the country" and is featuring their reports throughout August in their Training Camp Postcard segment.

Here at HHR, we prefer to look at actual postcards sent by players to their loved ones, as opposed to Peter King drivel.

Today, we take a look at what's going on in Bethleham, PA (Eagles), Albany, NY (Giants), Oxnard, CA (Cowboys) and Ashburn, VA (Skins) from a player's perspective.






To See the Complete Parts 1-8, Click Here.

WaPo: Ties Between Dolphins, Jason Taylor All But Severed

Apparently, the Phins are still not over the fact Taylor's been shakin' his ass with Edyta.

Image: The Sports Hernia

Ties Between Dolphins, Jason Taylor All But Severed

The feud between Jason Taylor and the Miami Dolphins intensified Wednesday, when coach Tony Sparano said the Pro Bowl defensive end isn't expected to take part in any team activities through training camp.

The article describes said feud as "For weeks the new Dolphins regime, led by Bill Parcells, has fumed while Taylor spent his offseason focused on a budding Hollywood career rather than back in South Florida working out with teammates."

Said Sporano: "I'm glad we know this. We've gotten the information, and that's important." Apparently the "information" is that Taylor will attend neither mini-camps nor training camp.

"That being said, we need to discuss the current players on our team right now that have been busting their butt for nine weeks here."

Jason Taylor Continues to Impress Bill Parcells

As if Taylor didn't already make an impression on the Tuna, now he's back to playing dress up.

Then again, if Edyta Sliminska told me to shake some maracas, I can't say I wouldn't humor her. But did he really need that spray tan? Parcells is going to love this.

Ariel Dances with the American Idol

AI

So, last night I was able to finally take in some American Idol. And thankfully, I think this season worked out in my favor. I wasn't too jazzed about many of the people in the competition so coming in with only 5 left was probaby a good idea.

David Cook is definitely the best one, and hopefully America will agree. I think Jason Castro is boring and I mean, who needs another Jack Johnson or John Mayer? David Archuleta can sing, but he just looks like a baby, and what kind of album would he really make if he won? He should try broadway or something first... he has the voice for it. Anyways, hopefully Castro will be heading home, but fear it'll be Syesha eventhough she did well last night.

DWTS

Thankfully Shannon Elizabeth got sent home last night. I don't dislike her for any real reason. She is cute, and never really had a problem with her before. But her crying and overall whiny antics (she complained about an outfit that was made for her, and requested a new one) on the show just kind of turned me off. That combined with the fact that she was clearly too tall for ballroom dance, and has NO hips (must be easy for her to buy jeans.... BITCH), I mean she just wasn't fun to watch. At least she and Derek can now make their relationship legitimate.

So that leaves us with Jason Taylor, Cristian de la Fuente, Kristi Yamaguchi, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Mario. I think the next to go will be Mario or Marissa, though I like Marissa. Hopefully Cristian's arm will hold up for the rest of the competition because is fun to watch.

Jason Taylor Paso Dobles to MNF Theme

Last night was a good night on DWTS. All 6 couples performed two dances on their quest for the disco globe trophy.

While Jason and Edyta started the night with a Quick Step (one of my favorite dances), it was their second dance, the Paso Doble, that proved to have the most comedic value. His outfit, for one, was a bit figure-skaterish for my tastes. Her outfit, was just goofy. They should have ditched the long skirt thing and just let her dance in the cheerleader outfit (yes, I have a girl crush). The judges applauded their Quick Step (they got a 29), and thought the Paso was entertaining and different.

Other noteworthy observations from last nights show:

Shannon Elizabeth is just too tall for ballroom dancing. The judges are right that she looks awkward and lanky. Hopefully she'll be going home tonight. I've just had enough.

Cristian de la Fuente might be going home tonight. His pulled muscle during dance #2 last night probably jeopardized his score enough that if the votes don't come in, he might go home.

Kristi was knocked from the top position last night by Jason and Edyta, but she'll definitely be in the finals.

Marissa Jaret-Winokur is just adorable and is improving every week. I'd like to see her stay for entertainment sake.

Ariel Dances withOUT the Biggest Loser

This was the first Tuesday in a long while without Biggest Loser. I guess I need to suck it up and watch the remaining contestants on American Idol. Not sure Ren will be down with that. He was fairly adamant about how much he hates them this year.

Last night on Dancing with the Stars we bid farewell to Marlee Matlin. While inspirational indeed,(DWTS mentioned that EVERY WEEK) unfortunately the dances got harder and her inability to hear the music really affected her rhythm.

Kristi Yamaguchi is still the one to beat, scoring a perfect 30 with a Jive that looked damn near professional level. Jason and Edyta had a tough week, but their hotness carried them safely to the next round.

Shannon and Derek got cozy on the off week, sharing a smooch on the beach, and got grilled regarding their "showmance" by Samantha Harris before judging. She is 34 (Shannon Elizabeth), which was kind of shocking to me. Derek is a mere 22, for those keeping score.

(Separated at Birth... )

Ren's favorite Chris Rock doppleganger, Mario (anyone remember Rock from Beverly Hills Cop 2? Uncanny...) , holds steady and if he keeps enough audience interest will make it to the finals. Not sure he is well-known enough to keep the votes coming in.

Jason Taylor Dons Tutu in the Name of Dance

He made it entirely too easy to make fun of him with this little stunt on the season premiere of Dancing With the Stars. Truth be told, though, he comes off as very down-to-earth and fully self-aware of the potential harassment he is opening himself up to. Which, I guess, is very becoming.



But then again, why the hell should he care what anyone thinks. He gets to dance with the very loverly Edyta Sliwinska. (Ariel wants her. Bad.)

Photo: EdytaSliwinska.com

In other DWTS news, the Nutshot King Tom Bergeron called Steve Guttenberg "one of the biggest box office stars of the last 20 years." To which reader Yanni texted me "I hadn't realized 'Cocoon: The Return' was such a hit."