The Wizardy of Merlin the Magician

Yeah, I could lead with the sports if I wanted.

"Merlin Olsen; Fearsome Foursome anchor became TV actor and NBC commentator" by Richard Goldstein, New York Times | March 12, 2010

NEW YORK — Mr. Olsen was also a longtime color commentator for NBC’s pro football and Rose Bowl telecasts, working with Dick Enberg....

Yes, and NEVER was there a MORE PLEASURABLE VOICE for a FOOTBALL GAME. Much more pleasant than Madden.

As for today, the best is Troy Aikman. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, he predicted the Cowboys would win the NFC East before the season started when it was a frowned-upon view.

He turned out to be right, readers.

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Oh, that was way back on page B13 in the *ewspaper!

(And down goes God for a loss of 10; why not? He made 'em)