Tyler Blackburn

Oklahoma State University sports media student, reporter and radio co-host. *this account does not reflect the views of the university or athletics department

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

My final and favorite sports movie differs from my others because it’s a comedy, but I love Happy Gilmore. I could watch that movie anywhere anytime and it never gets old. Sandler has me laughing the whole time, I’m hoping for a sequel one day #tapitin #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Another favorite sports movie of mine is A League of Their Own. I’m a sucker for a good Tom Hanks movie and this was no exception. Before the movie I had never heard of the AAGPBL so I loved getting to learn a little more about sports history #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

One of my favorite sports movies has to be Rocky. It’s an absolute classic with an even better story to how it was made. Specifically I’d say my favorite is Rocky IV because I loved the story of redemption for Apollo and I think the acting improved #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Another player to watch will be guard Lauren Fields. She was nominated as a McDonald’s All-American last season and will look to build on that in her sophomore season #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Oklahoma State women’s basketball will be looking to prove the current rankings wrong this season as they were placed at 8th the preseason Big 12 poll #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

They number one option for the Cowgirls this season will be star forward Natasha Mack. A dominant low post player, Mack was named a unanimous preseason Big 12 All-American #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Out of the 5 games remaining this season, I think the Cowboys will finish 4-1. I would love a Bedlam win, but I think our offense has struggled just enough so far to see a loss in Norman this season. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

On the defensive side of things, I think the MVP has been Tre Sterling. He’s been a lockdown safety for the Cowboys and is second on the team in tackles. He’s also added one INT so far on the season. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

I’d say the offensive MVP for the Cowboys so far this season is receiver Tylan Wallace. He has been the most consistent of the offensive stars and has bailed Spencer Sanders out of many tight spots recently. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Finally, a challenge for Isaac Likekele will be realizing he’s not the top option now. Even with Waters and McGriff last season, the team counted on Likekele as a top guy. But, most people recognize that this year is the Cade show and he may have to take a back seat #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

A challenge for Cade Cunningham this year would be to live up to expectations and prove the detractors wrong. Many see him as next years no. 1 pick in the draft which is a lot of pressure for a 19 yr old #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

I think the main challenge facing Mike Boynton this year is getting the team to perform despite the ban. I know there is a lot of hype for this team, but it may harder to get the team pumped up with no real major end goal #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Finally, the Jets cutting and then Chiefs signing Le’Veon Bell surprised me. I wouldn’t have expected the Chiefs to sign Bell after how well rookie Clyde Edwards-Helaire has done so far, especially since Bell has been somewhat of a locker room cancer wherever he’s been.

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

There have been a few surprises to me so far this NFL season. The first one is Chargers QB Justin Herbert’s play so far. He’s having one of the most impressive rookie campaigns ever and continued that today with his first win. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Another surprise was the Steelers play so far. As of now they’re one of two undefeated teams left after beating the Titans today. I thought they would return back to some normalcy with Big Ben returning, but I didn’t expect them to be this dominant and leading the division.

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Given the success of men’s wrestling and women’s soccer currently, I think OSU has the resources and coaching to make the flip side work and work well. I think these teams would be well watched by fans and have great success in the future. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Under normal financial circumstances I would vouch for two more sports being added to OSU athletics: men’s soccer and women’s wrestling. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

Because of title IX I would advocate for one men’s and one women’s sports team being added because it’s required. But I also believe these would be the most successful sports. #3863Fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

I think Lebron is also more dominant in all aspects of the game. Kobe was a great defender but I give the edge to Bron. I would also say Lebron is a more gifted playmaker and finisher inside. Back to rings, I expect Bron to catch Kobe before his time is done. #3863fall20

[Tyler Blackburn @tyler_bburn]

While Kobe has more rings than Lebron, I think there needs some respect that Lebron has carried his teams to 10 appearances. The stretch of being in 8 straight finals is one of the most dominant stretches of all time. #3863fall20