TIME HUSTLES THOSE WHO WAIT TO DIE

"GET TO THE HIP NOW BABY, 'FORE THE HIP GETS TO YOU"

For anyone who has perused the postings of WinchellWorld, or for anyone who knows me remotely; the subject of music runs deep within my soul and veins. No, I don't play. Being the 5th of five kids put me in an environment where all of my older brothers either played in school band, sang, or did something involved with the instrumentation and performance of music. By the time it got to me, it just wasn't appealing.

But, music WAS appealing to me. Thus, my life has always been vocated somewhere within the entertainment realm, and my love of music runs deep through a vast diversity of aural delights.

With this understanding, one can understand how my soul sparked alight recentlyew with the news that my favorite band of all time, THE CULT, is reforming once again for a North American tour.

All hail THE CULT, keepers of rock's flame of justice and integrity! May THE CULT guide us through periless times of wandering politicians and goonish minions!



My first introduction to THE CULT was seeing this Deep-Purpleishesque band on Saturday Night Live in the early 80's cranking out a different sound from across the ocean in the form of a tune entitled, "She Sells Sanctuary." Little did I know that in just several years, my friends and I would be blinded by THE CULT'S light at Starwood Amphitheatre in Antioch, TN as they opened up for Billy Idol. Little did I know that THE CULT would find a home in my heart providing forgiveness for the sins of listening to crappy music at times, and salvation for my rock and roll soul.

And, little did I know that I would be granted the blessing of seeing THE CULT on numerous occasions in many incarnations throughout their frantic and crazy career.

Well, miracles do continue to happen and we are blessed with another round of Ian Astbury and Billy Duffy's hip-shaking soul waking hurricane blues of salvation again!

I have made arrangements to see THE CULT on March 17th in Chicago. The Cult is playing a solid schedule of U.S. dates throughout early spring, all at intinmate club and theatre settings. If you find yourself down and out and seeking answers, perhaps THE CULT may provide a light and way for you.

"We'll see you in the everlife." -Parting words from Ian Astbury, Sonic Temple Tour, Memphis Tennessee, Mid-South Coliseum, 1990

WINCHELL CAT OFFICIALLY NAMED

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Winchell Cat Officially Named

January 28, 2006Franklin, TN

After much deliberation, Scott and Sophia Winchell have officially named their new cat, ELIZA SNOW NIRVANA.

Eliza Snow, originally named Percy, was adopted this afternoon from the Nashville Humane Association and will now reside at the Winchell residence in the Cool Springs section of Franklin, TN.

Eliza is descended from a long line of Arctic Fisher Cats, as evidenced from her snowy-white fur and peculiar black marking on the top of her head.

"Naming a pet is a process." said new cat owner Scott Winchell. "We went through alot of names in a very short period of time; Alaska, Ocean, Monkey Head, etc...... but something told me that we would know the right name when we heard it." Eliza came to Winchell's mind while watching the film, "Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen," with daughter Sophia. In the movie, a modern-day stage adaptation of the classic play Pygmalion is entitled, "Eliza Rocks." Coupled with a moniker uplifting to the cat's white color and a segue into the spiritual, Eliza Snow Nirvana was solidified.

"I never thought I would own another cat again. But, things change. I believe I've come to a place of responsibility in my life where I can offer a stable environment to an animal in need of a home," said Winchell. "Plus, Sophia loves animals and it will be good for her to have one in Nashville when she is here." Sophia is also keeper of the famous Tabby, Lani Lemon who resides permanently in Memphis, TN. Sophia has also immediately granted the status of "sister to Lani" for Eliza Snow.

New Family Member, Haircuts & Paparazzi

CH..CH..CH..CHANGES...

I swore I would never have another cat. But we find ourselves welcoming our new family member into our Tennessee home today.

Sophia's surprise for me this weekend was definitely great. She decided to change her look by going for a much shorter style, as wonderfully displayed in her photo.

The thought of a January-gone has seeped into my mind over the past couple of days, and for the first time in my life I don't even have the slightest hint of "where did it go?", or "Can you believe how time flies?" For me, that's revolutionary. It means that time travels at exactly the speed it should and perhaps living in the current moment (the only moment that exists) may have something to do with a fulfilling lifestyle of no regret.

Enjoy the photos below of our new friend (nameless at the time of this posting). Also, scroll-down for a look at some true paparazzi: photos from hip-hop superstar Paul Wall's recent wedding.

THE ICE MAN FREEZES MATRIMONIAL

These photos are from Hip-hop superstar Paul Wall's wedding. The photographer is unknown. I received these from one of my team members at work.

It's encouraging to see the family side of our greatest superstars. More reason to support the cause of rap music's greatest figures.

I wish everyone a peaceful and happy week.

Scott

Boycott's, the Cha Cha & Beautiful Women of Music

A LIGHTHEARTED MOMENT: HERE ARE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL WOMEN IN MUSIC (AS JUDGED BY ME):
In no particular order:
Sade
Mary J. Blige
Anna Nalick
Mariah Carey
Sarah Brightman
Shakira

If you have not enjoyed the presence of these ladies in your life, I feel sorry for you.

SADE: International superstar, sultry songstress, temptress

Shakira: Argentinian wonder. Amazingly talented as a vocalist, songwriter and producer

Mariah: What can I say? Every man wants her, whether they admit it or not.

Mary J. Blige: Oh My!
Anna Nalick: Wow!

Sarah Brightman: Broke to popularity over a decade ago through her appearance in "Phantom of the Opera." Operatic vocalist of sultry beauty and grace.


NOW: AN UPDATE FROM THIS WEEK!

I am calling off the Boycott of NBC's Office. I appreciate everyones support. Now the reality:

I WAS BEING SARCASTIC, and I really didn't go to the hospital. Our local NBC affiliate removed "The Book of Daniel" from the air last Friday night because of supposed negative response from viewers. The problem with that is that most of the complaints were from people who never saw the show, but simply listened to someone else (who probably didn't see the show) and got irate. It amazes me how we as a culture (both sides and everyone) use sound-byte mentality to invest our stances, beliefs and morals. "As long as so and so says it, it must be true!"

I've written alot on this blog about the collective consciousness of insanity that is so willing to lease out our very minds and souls to someone just because of who they are (preacher, politician, boss, whatever). The sarcastic "Boycott of NBC's The Office," was another way for me to point this out, in relation to NBC's controversy related to "The Book of Daniel."

Bye the way, does anyone know when "Book of Daniel" will be on DVD? I want to see it. But, because of a bunch of fools, I don't have access in Nashville.

I love life in Tennessee. Here are some thoughts and highlights from this week that I have experienced:

* One day snow, next three days sun and 70 degrees. Today it is raining. Hmmm.

* Racism, prejudice and hate exist. They always will until we move to a better place in our individual and collective minds. Mostly perpetuated by subtle humor amongst people who just think they are being funny, it is high time these issues become scars and not open wounds.

If you worship with a congregation, have groups of friends, or just simply commune with the workplace I encourage you to discover who we are. We are not created to hate. And, sin is not an excuse.

* The Memphis Grizzlies have dropped 4 in a row. They are in a bit of a slump, but will come out of it.

* My ballroom dancing is progressing. I have a very cool teacher, and am actually getting good at a few of the dances like Cha Cha and Waltz.

* The media business is good in Nashville. It is interesting to see the ebb and flow of how people approach the success or failure of their businesses. It is interesting to see who businesses are willing to ask patronize them, and why.

Enjoy a peaceful weekend!

BOYCOTT NBC'S "THE OFFICE" UPDATE

PERSECUTION, FAITH, FORCE

"Being right is not just a viewpoint. It is the foundation on which we stand and are able to prove the other person wrong in order to justify our faith. God is with us." - Unknown Soldier of Salvation

I write the above words in a simple gesture of fellowship. Fellowship and offering; the offering of my thanks to the hundreds of you who have reached out and joined forces with me in a "battle of right." Knowing that just a few days from now, NBC will once again attempt to fill viewers minds with the idea that the workplace in America is nothing more than a cage of buffoons lolligagging around in their own ego, trapped by the chains of a capitalist imbalance.

But we can stand! Yes, we can stand. Where is the man, the woman who will stand up for the TRUTH of the American workplace? Where is the person who is proud?

How fitting it is that on the very day where we celebrate the legacy of a person who stood up and basically died to build access for everyone to the American workplace, that we find not only a fight, but persecution.

Yes, some of you may have heard how even today I was mocked as being 'out of hand' and 'too far to the right-wing' of things in standing up for a truthful portrayal of 9-5 America. Thank you for your prayers. (Jim, thank you for driving me to the hospital. I owe you a drink man!).

All is well, because we are right. A COUPLE OF NOTES OF UPDATE:

* Many of you are asking "How Can I help ban NBC's 'The Office.'? -Because of this, we are developing a "Ban NBC's The Office Toolkit". This should be ready for distribution next week. The tool kit will contain door hangers for your office doors, posters for cubicles, and stand ups for the water coolers.

Also, we are in process of developing picket and yard signs to use at rally's at your local NBC affiliates.

* SECONDLY, Because of the overwhelming attendance at yesterdays service in Cool Springs, First Church of Mattress Springs has already outlived it's usefulness. We appreciate Bishop Twin's offering of the use of the building, but we will need to move to higher ground.

Next Sunday's meeting will be at 12:01 p.m. at the Cool Springs location of Chili's. It is "Bring a Jaded Co-Worker Day."

Thank You. Thank You. Thank You. Stand tall people. Salvation is ours and hell is for the heathens!!!!!

BOYCOTT "THE OFFICE"

BOYCOTT 'THE OFFICE' NOW!

As a professional career employee in corporate America, I am aghast at the liberal media's latest brash attack against the institution that provides so many of us our livelihoods. The NBC so called "comedy", "The Office," is a distorted portrayal of a corporate office setting that exaggerates everything from an ego-filled boss, to sexist innuendo directed at females and an appalling abuse of the disabled. Not to mention the derogatory attitude the show puts toward minorities.

NBC markets the show as, "From Reveille and NBC Universal Television Studio comes a documentary-style look into the humorous and sometimes poignant foolishness that plagues the world of 9-to-5 in the half-hour comedy “The Office,” based on the award-winning BBC hit. "

As workers, we need to unite, stand up and speak out about this evil. By contacting national and local NBC affiliates and telling them that we will not stand for this outrage that infects not only ourselves but our families.

I am tired of the media continually skewing the reality of the workplace. The workplace is sacred. Yet this television show portrays it as nothing but a dysfunctional party of racist and bigoted lunatics. What's next? A show that attacks the institution of marriage by portraying a bunch of voyeuristic married women?

Join me in boycotting "The Office." Contact your local NBC affiliate NOW. In Nashville, TN that would be WSMV. You may e-mail programming@wsmv.com

I am gathering as many names as possible to support this cause. If you would like to add your support to the list of people who want to downsize the office from our tv screens, post your note of affirmation on this blog.

Thank You. May the corporate giants of America continue to stand strong as the foundation of our great society.

Yours Truly,

Scott Michael Winchell

RISKY BUSINESS

I have been known to be a pretty open person about things going on in my life. My close friends know alot about me. I do not hide alot from the people who I work with. Sometimes, to a fault, I offer personal information about myself. It is risky to be open about one's life. Just like art, the risk of communication is critique, AND misinterpretation. Anytime a person chooses to share their story, it is going to be perceived and translated by the programming in the receiving person's mind.

People draw more defined opinions and pictures of a person when they have more information such as how much money that person makes, what their financial situation is, what they believe politically and spiritually, or what is happening in their personal life with relationships & sex.

I want people to know me.

One of the purposes of the "Winchell World" blog is simply to be an outlet for this communication. Therefore, I want to post some things about what I do; what is going on in my life, and who I am. This definitely will be a work in progress and will not be held by just one post. But, I am going to give it a shot.

As a preface, I come from a family that has the communication skills a rock. It's not obvious on the surface, and if asked, many of my family members would perhaps diagree. That's fine. But the fact is we are horrible at not just communicating, but we are not open about what is going on. Most families are like this. It is not uncommon by any means.

I have a deep admiration and respect for my brother in California. He has faced incredible challenges over the past year, and through the process has been very open, clear and communicative about what's going on with him. That is a great beacon of hope for those of us who possess some of the thought processes that I am attempting to reflect in this post. It is also a deviation from our familial norm.

Throughout life, the line of action my brother has taken, has not necessarily been the case with most of my family, including myself. Whether it's money, health, or God, someone could have the Feds on their tail because of tax problems, a very discernable diagnosis of a disease, or perhaps a spiritual challenge and you would never know it. I don't know why this is. Perhaps fear, just not wanting to share, or whatever. But where it has lead is to separation, assumptions and basically everyone living their own life.

In my family, it is typical to hear things like, "The Doctor's aren't sure what it is," "We're not doing to well," "Well, we just really don't have the money," or my favorite, "Where are you going to church?" "Can you believe so and so got such and such car!," "How can they afford that?," etc, etc, etc..........

If you have gotten this far, perhaps you can tell that this type of environment can be frustrating for a person like me. Alot of the times, over the years, the communication line in our family has simply been as if the meteorologist on the ten o'clock news came out and said, "Well, tomorrow, we are going to have some weather."

Maybe other members of my family feel the same way I do. Maybe they don't. How would I know? Honestly, except for my brothers here in Tennessee and in California, the conversations don't go that deep.

To me, I believe people should know about family member's situations. I really don't want someone to die, and then find out a bunch of stuff that wasn't in order, that easily could have been taken care of. And, I don't want to die and leave someone in my family a mess.

Maybe a good place to start is to tell people openly about myself. And, following, I'm going to do that. Risky? Yes. But, so what? I'm going to put the following in a sort of personal interview form with questions and answers about my life. Here we go:

1) What do you do? I manage a local sales team for Clear Channel Radio in Nashville, TN. I am going into my fourth year with the company. When I came to Clear Channel, it signaled a drastic career change leaving the confines of the Christian industrial complex, where I experienced 15 years of tumultuous and average success.

It has been the best move I have ever made. I make a modest income (not quite 6 figures yet) in a middle-market, managing a team of 6 direct salespeople with the help of two other combination sellers. The radio station I represent is currently the #1 overall radio station in Nashville. I am blessed, fortunate and happy with my vocation and the continued prospects that develop every day.

2) What is your personal situation? I am single with a nine year old daughter, Sophia, who lives in Memphis. I rent a small, nice apartment in Williamson County, TN which is a suburb just south of metro-Nashville.

3) Are you rich? No. Much of the past year and half of my life has been spent wrapping my mind and intention around just how few skills I was raised with to build a prosperous life. Some families have alcoholism that runs rampant through the bloodlines. Other families have disease. Our family has poor money management skills masked in some twisted form of lying denial that presents a front that the opposite is true. It's not. Fortunately, a person can get on the right track. Thanks to a very great example I have in my best friend, my own slap in the face into reality, and Dave Ramsey, I am slowly, and not without problems, heading in a better direction that will allow myself to live the life I want to live, go to the places I want to go, not be dependent on anyone, and help provide my daughter a decent future.

4) How are you health-wise? I attempt to take care of myself, eat healthy and exercise. I have regular physicals and feel much better when I am taking care of myself. The biggest realization came in late 2004 when I was diagnosed with ADD. This benchmarked much of the revolutionary change in direction of my life, and really woke me up to some of these other issues that CAN be explained, AND dealt with.

I am not an alcoholic. My physical and mental makeup can make alcohol a problem. When I begin to drink, and put myself in environments where my mind cannot focus, I will lose control and not be able to turn the booze off. Fortunately, realizing this, helps avoid it. ADD is a hereditary condition. It is not an excuse. I almost get pissed that it took the fifth child in a line of men to figure out that this may have something to do with our dysfunctional communication and management skills as a family.

5) The ultimate question: Where do you go to church? I don't. You can get a clue as to why by reading some of my other posts on the blog. The truth needs no defense, only lies do. Therefore I will just leave this subject to that.

6) What do you do in your spare time? I enjoy music, sports, and just life itself. I love being around people, and yet I like my private time. I read alot. Therefore, I try to exercise and workout several times a week. I listen to alot of music and read books, mostly related to spirituality (NO, I've never read, "Purpose Driven Life." Sorry), poetry, biography, the mind and marketing.

I love women.

I love the Miami Dolphins, Memphis Grizzlies and Kansas City Royals. I follow each of these teams on an average fan level throughout their respective seasons.

7) What are your thoughts on parenthood? Bad question. I love my child. My time is limited with her. Nothing can make me love my child more, or less. That bond is unshakeable in my eyes. It is important to me that as to the influence I have on her, that I am a rock, a solid environment where she does not feel the need to act in a way that is not herself. It is important that I put an environment around her where she develops the habit of being able to make good decisions based on who she is, not what some made up domestication policy says she should be. I very rarely get angry with my daughter. It's useless. Kindness, patience, peace, care. These are the things that I can offer, this is the only way. I enjoy every moment with my daughter and I don't care what anyone else says or thinks about it.

I've spent my entire life following a so-called "Christian" paradigm that wrecks families, destroys lives and mangles the futures of children by teaching them to be anyone other than themselves. I am not going to go there any more. That's not saying I know the future of my child, but it does say that I'm not going to waste today to try to avoid a future that doesn't exist except in my fearful mind.

8) Sounds like you hate God? Nope. Not at all. I hate the closedmindedness and numbness of the christian industrial and distribution complex. If there really is a literal hell, these complexes will represent Boardwalk and Park Place on Hell's Monopoly board. That real estate is too expensive for me. It will cost my soul, and I can't afford that. It's bad stewardship of what God has provided me freely.

Well, there is a good start. Perhaps more RISKY BUSINESS later. For now, I am going to listen to one of the three most sexy women in music: Sade.

Good Night!

BLAST OFF 2006!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BLAST OFF 2006

The beginning of 2006 has simply been surreal for me. My clock is out of whack and I have been staying up later than usual. As a testament to that, I am writing this blog entry during the 11 p.m. hour after downing a Starbuck's latte.

After watching The Book of Daniel tonight, I walked out into the cold Tennessee night to find the stars glistening within the tide of a beautiful half moon and the crunching pink waves of the distant Nashville light.


It feels good to have cold air pierce the lungs beneath the universe, quietly being still, able to stop for a moment and simply be.

A short drive down Carothers and into Cool Springs Boulevard with the serenade of Sade's "Lover's Rock," reminding me that this is truly one of the sexiest most romantic albums of all time. "When You're on the outside baby and you can't get in, I will show you you're so much better than you know....." Ahhhhh. This music is torture and heaven in the same beat. God.

I thought it would be fun to post some bullet-points of things, situations and thoughts that have crossed my mind and soul this week. Here you go:

*A wild week of acclimating back to the career environment. Enough said about that.

* A bender of incredible bowl games: The culprit of my sleep patterns being out of whack. I think everyone in the world who saw the Orange Bowl had to at least momentarily ask themselves the question, "Is Joe Paterno even remotely cognisant of reality?" The answer is certainly, "Yes," and what a pair of amazing sporting events Tuesday and Wednesday nights.

* The realization that as much as I want to avoid the ridiculous political climate in our world-I can't; none of us can: And, it is an election year. I've really had an apathetic attitude lately toward all of this, but that doesn't make the reality go away. Though, I will stand positive and supportive of our country and what America stands for, even though things look bleak with a ridiculous and deceiving administration of leaders. Let "God's Broom" clean house on them all.

* Being absolutely blown away by Jerry Rice and his hot dance partner on 'Dancing With The Stars' and realizing just what a mountain I have gotten myself into with taking ballroom dancing. I take ballroom dancing lessons. It is absolutely the hardest, most challenging thing I have done athletic-wise, and it is the most exhilirating as well. I have such an appreciation now for this art.

* Watching the 2-hour premiere of 'The Book of Daniel,': And being highly entertained. Oh my, what a show. Remember, it's TV. With that being said, I'd really like to go to Daniel's church and have him for a pastor. In this fantasy, fictional tv show, perhaps alot of the people and institutions that are against this show have good reason for being against it. Perhaps it does represent something that is not like the real church scene at all. Perhaps it is showing things the way it would be in church if we were more open and honest about some things instead of always trying to put on some political show for the 10% and building program. Perhaps if there were more people in the Church like Daniel, more people would embrace the Church.

The way I see it, what is considered the typical "church" in America right now represents the "wide road", not the "narrow." It's sad when people are finding more peace away from the sanctuary of fellowship that god originally intended.

* Pat Robertson: My heart goes out to him. I don't know him, and I don't know what is going on in his mind. I wish him peace and stillness of soul.

* The Grizzlies continue to win: Power, Speed, Force, Integrity and Guts!

* Wishing that ADD was called something else: (Oh, wait.......it is......It's called denial and non-attendance of one's life). The difference between that, and actually naming ADD out, is that I am making progress with dealing with my ADD, and many around me are racing toward the end of their life without even realizing that the moment of now actually is here.

"ADD" is just an over-used, fried out term for a very common condition that continues to get even more common. Despite it's huge popularity right now, it is almost embarrassing to admit having ADD these days. People look at you like, "Oh, Sure!"

A little over a year ago many very specific traits of my life that I sought help for, came together in a very concrete ADD diagnosis. This has been one of the top 3 positive realizations of my life. HINT: ADD is hereditary. ADD is prominent in males. ADD doesn't go away. ADD is something you have had all your life. Organization, starting and finishing tasks, paying attention. The person with ADD has trouble with these things. The person with ADD is also typically a highly creative person.

Whether a person is 8 or 80, their makeup and dna is foundational. That means a person can deal with these things. Alot of the "Oh, that's just the way I am," is bullshit. No, it's not the way you are. You, are simply you; not a bunch of activities and habits that are screwed up. They are such that they can be dealt with.

The issue is presence. A person has to have some sort of presence in their life to be able to wake up and see some of these things. Most people don't have this, and don't want it. That doesn't make them wrong or on a bad path. It is just simply the story of life they choose to pursue. It is perfect for them. For others like myself, there is another path. It is sad that tolerance sometimes doesn't go both ways.

* Catching myself getting upset: A major component of dealing with ADD is able to just simply realize what's going on and sit with it. It saves alot of 'ass-holeishness' and 'judgementalness'.

* Realizing that even if I don't like Wal-Mart, they are not inherently evil, or good. And, guess what: Wal-Mart is not invincible, and one-day, they just MAY go away. In the meantime, for now, I have many shopping choices. Personally, the things I want can be found at many places for reasonable prices, other than Wal-Mart.

* Racism continues to exist in the most subtle forms: And the saddest thing to me is we laugh at most of it and call it comedy and jokes. I'd really like to know what some people in my family would think if I married a black woman, or perhaps an asian girl. On the other hand, I wouldn't want to know. I probably just would keep to myself and not put the girl in a position to even have to deal with it, nor would I put certain people in the position of having to be uncomfortable by challenging the story line that has been built over a lifetime in their mind.

Think of how many people throughout the world have a pain in their sould because they want to share the person they love with all their heart with those who are family. They share, knowing that in the background someone is making a subtle joke. Perhaps it's not even in the background, but upfront. Sad, Sad, Sad. All cultures, all countries, all races, no one is immune.

Tolerance and an open, soft-heart is another of the top-3 realizations or whatever you want to call-it that has happened in my life.

This subtle type of ignorant stupidity really makes me sick. I'm not going to get up in a pulpit and yell about it, but I just don't want to be around it. You will find me walking away from conversations, environments and people who embrace such a low-level of tolerance and high-level of typical, domesticated adult behavior. (Note: we are used to calling stupid behavior, "childish." I don't think that's really accurate. Children are exactly who they are, with no hesitation. It is the adults who act in ways that are so far from who we actually are that it is ridiculous. My 9 year old daughter is much more grounded than most adults I know).

* Cash is King: And our leaders have continued to mortgage our country's cash out to traditional american enemies, yet we are a "Christian," "Moral" country led by God's leaders.

* If the Bible is right about the Anti-Christ and end times, then most people who support our President and the right-wing conservative movement are the "deceived" and will be Left Behind.

Well, that's it. Sade just kicked into "Kiss of Life," and it is pure sunshine. I've had it and am going to head to bed.

Good night. Peace to all.

Scott

HEROES, WINNERS, BEACONS OF LIGHT

ALL HAIL THE MIGHTY DOLPHINS FOOTBALL TEAM

The NFL regular season is over. Months ago when the pre-season had not even begun, hope filled my heart regarding the Miami Dolphins. Dolphin fans from around the globe were prepared for a new beginning and a year of rebuilding. What we got was an amazing trek, not without disappointment, that reached heavy into our souls with a spirit of honor, integrity and loyalty to our favorite team.

Following are some highlights of the year, as well as images of our heroes, winners and beacons of light:

* ENDED YEAR WITH SIX GAME WINNING STREAK
* 3 PRO-BOWL PLAYERS: ZACH THOMAS, JASON TAYLOR AND CHRIS CHAMBERS
* NICK SABAN HAS NEVER HAD A LOSING SEASON
* RICKY WILLIAMS, 7,000+ YARDS RUSHING AS AN NFL RUNNING BACK
* POISED FOR A SUPERBOWL RUN IN 2006!