Sep 20th 2008 11:56AM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: Chargers, Jets, NFL Fans, NFL Media Watch
Tony Kornheiser really is an insufferable clown. It pains me to write that because for almost 30 years he was one of the best sportswriters in the country, but since cutting back (and eventually leaving) his gig, and being named the third wheel in the booth, he’s gone from respected newspaperman to Woody Paige light. In case there’s any confusion, that’s not a compliment.

During the first two games, Mr. Tony spent equal time yelling about Brett Favre — even though, you know, the Jets weren’t playing — and making inane observations while talking over boothmates Mike Tirico and Ron Jaworski, two guys made infinitely more interesting by comparison.

And now, with the Chargers and Jets facing off this Monday night, guess where Kornheiser will focus his attention? Yep, it’s FAVRE-MANIA! Or something.Continue Reading