Al Davis Taking His Sweet Time, But It Looks Like Cable

Although the Raiders have given no official indication on who they're leaning toward as head coach, it's probably going to be Tom Cable, and it could be very soon. [ San Francisco Chronicle]

• Not A Popular Item. Ha. This T-shirt was relevant for about three days, until the Eagles lost to Harvard. You can find it now at any Boston area gift shop. [ Boston College Athletics Official Online Store]

• And I Think It's Gonna Be A Long Long Time. Another one of those bets ... since Florida beat Oklahoma, Sen. Tom Coburn (R-Okla.) must sing Elton John's Rocket Man for Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) at Nelson's next constituent breakfast. Be sure to cover your ears when he gets to: On such a tiiii-ii-iimeless flight ... [ The Hill's Blog]

• Happy Days Are Here Again. The word has just come down from top military brass: For the first time ever, U.S. troops in Iraq will be allowed to have a beer during the Super Bowl. But just one, soldier. [ The Washington Post]

• Plenty Still In Stock. Here's your chance to purchase a commemorative 2008 Oklahoma University national championship football! [ YouTube]

• We're Serious! The Trail Blazers will sue your ass if you even THINK of signing Darius Miles. [ Yahoo Sports]

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