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Author: Nick Lilja

Lilja is long-time sports journalist - working in sports media for a decade utilizing every medium. His work has been recognized by multiple organizations. Most recently, in 2009, he was awarded the "Best Sports Column" by SPJ in the state of Oregon. In 2008, he was recognized as the "Best Columnist” by Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association. He earned his undergraduate degree in Earth Science from Oregon State University and his Masters in Broadcast Journalism from Syracuse University.

I’ve been had by Mike Tirico

Sometimes I deserve it. I ask for it really. This morning was no exception. Our class took glimpse into the life of a network-level sports caster today. Syracuse University graduate and Monday Night Football play-by-play man, Mike Tirico, visited with […]

Randy Moss released

NickelBlock contributor, Michael Lederer, is reporting Randy Moss was released from the Vikings. Okay, so he got the information from Michael Lombari on The NFL Network. Either way, what a mess. If you thought T.O. or Chad Johnson were bad. […]