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Jess Root

  • joined Aug 11, 2010
  • last login May 22, 2013
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A born-and-raised Arizonan from the East Valley, I have been passionate about Arizona sports (loving the Suns, Cardinals, D'Backs, Sun Devils, while hating Wildcats) for as long as I was aware that there were sports in Arizona. Unfortunately, due to the fact that my wonderful parents have never been big sports fans, I was about 12 when that happened, so I started late.

I took a circuitous route to get to SB Nation. I started my university studies as a broadcasting major, but two years of living in Argentina as an LDS missionary and several other factors led me to secondary education. After nearly a decade of teaching Spanish to high school and college students, I was inspired to start blogging about sports at the start of 2010, starting with a little Blogger page before contributing to numerous sites. I found SB Nation and began writing for SB Nation Arizona in August 2010 and became managing editor for Revenge of the Birds in February 2011.

As an Arizona sports fan, I have suffered the bitter disappointments (many) and have enjoyed the highs (not so many). I get frustrated and upset, but I rarely lose hope. That may make me sound like a homer sometimes, but I don't want to lose my "fan perspective" just for the sake of being negative. Be realistic, but be optimistic -- that's how I see the world of sports fandom. Otherwise, why cheer at all?

A Fan Of...

  • mlb Arizona Diamondbacks
  • nba Phoenix Suns
  • nfl Arizona Cardinals
  • ncaaf Arizona St. Sun Devils
  • ncaab Arizona St. Sun Devils
  • cycling They all cheat
  • general USA, Argentina
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Arizona Cardinals offseason: Is Bobby Massie poised to become top RT in league?

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Could the second year player turn into the league's top right tackle by the end of 2013?

Steve Keim continues to reshape Cardinals front office, team announces restructuring in personnel department

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When the Arizona Cardinals hired Steve Keim as their general manager, they hired a "football guy" who worked his way up from scouting and personnel development. As time goes by, Keim is reshaping...

5/14 Arizona Cardinals news: Hoyer's release, Bobby Massie and expectations

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Catch up on the last 24 hours of Cardinals and NFL news.

Arizona Cardinals sign Kevin Minter, other undrafted players

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Now we know why quarterback Brian Hoyer was released. The Arizona Cardinals made several transactions on Monday, some announced and one that will be at some point, but has not been. Among what...

NFL free agents 2013: Arizona Cardinals cut QB Brian Hoyer

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The price tag was just too high for someone that likely was not likely going to even be active on game days.

ROTB flashback: Talking Bobby Massie and Jeremy Bridges

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A year can change things. On this date in 2012, we were talking about the offensive line. Now that is not a surprise, especially considering the fact that we are still talking about the offensive...

What will it take for Karlos Dansby to make the Ring of Honor?

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What does the linebacker have to do to reach legendary status?

NFL free agents 2013: How will Karlos Dansby fit in on the field?

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Or does his signing signal the fact that the team is not optimistic about Washington's return?

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Karlos Dansby on Daryl Wasington and taking his place

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"He’s (Washington) a dynamic player, what more can I say about him. He’s very athletic, very fast. He reminds me of myself. They did a great job of getting the guy to fill that void."

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The logic behind the Karlos Dansby deal with Arizona Cardinals

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He calls it a good fit because it is.

NFL minicamps: Arizona Cardinals work Jonathan Cooper at left guard

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The Arizona Cardinals started their rookie minicamp on Friday, and it was the first action as a professional for the new draft picks, including the team's top selection, guard Jonathan Cooper. As...

5/11 Arizona Cardinals news: Dansby signed, rookie minicamps begin

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Catch up on the latest Cardinals and NFL news.

Arizona Cardinals sign 4 draft picks

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The final four of the team's nine draft picks are now under contract.

2013 NFL free agents: Arizona Cardinals sign linebacker Karlos Dansby

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Dansby serves not only as great depth, but also a solid insurance policy should Daryl Washington have to miss more than the first four games of the season.

Tyrann Mathieu ready to 'just go get the ball' for the Arizona Cardinals

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The third round pick from LSU ready to play football and show his troubled past is simply that -- past.

5/10 Arizona Cardinals news: Minter and Mathieu introduced, QBs and wins

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Catch up on the Cards and the NFL.

How many wins does Carson Palmer mean for the Arizona Cardinals?

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The 2012 season was derailed by bad offensive line and quarterback play. We know that. This is why the team went out and traded for Carson Palmer. Palmer, while playing for the woeful Oakland...

Arizona Cardinals building practice bubble with no public funds

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As long as the Arizona Cardinals have been in Arizona, they have had the reputation of being cheap as an organization. For fans like those who actively participate in this community, they know this...

2013 NFL free agents: Karlos Dansby says visit with Arizona Cardinals 'was good'

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The Arizona Cardinals and free agent linebacker Karlos Dansby met on Wednesday. The team is considering adding him to the roster, now that Daryl Washington's status for the 2013 is unknown beyond...

5/9 Arizona Cardinals news: Dansby's visit, Darnell Dockett and schemes, Tyrann Mathieu's NFL fit

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Your morning stop for the last 24 hours of Cardinals and NFL stories.

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Afternoon open thread: NFL football or college football?

Do you prefer one, the other, or can you not pick between the two weekend mistresses?

2013 NFL free agents: Arizona Cardinals reportedly bringing in Karlos Dansby

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With the offseason being fllled thus far with turbulence for linebacker Daryl Washington after a suspension under the NFL substance abuse policy and a domestic violence arrest, the Arizona...

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Stepfan Taylor, or Kulabafi?

And check out his shades

Arizona Cardinals offseason: Rookie OL Earl Watford sees himself 'as a playmaker'

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If there was a player that the Arizona Cardinals selected in the 2013 NFL Draft that was a surprise for fans, guard Earl Watford might be that guy. People wanted the team to improve the offensive...

2013 NFL free agents: Former Arizona Cardinals Adam Snyder, Brandon Keith sign with other teams

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The two players have defied logic. They were let go from the league's worst lines and managed to find work with teams with better lines.

Arizona Cardinals have 3 players in PFF Top 101

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However, Larry Fitzgerald is not among them.

2013 NFL betting lines: Arizona Cardinals never favored by Vegas in 2013

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But are your really surprised?

5/7 Arizona Cardinals news: Golfing, apologies for Tyrann Mathieu ad, the rookies are coming

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The links of the morning to start off your day right -- thinking about the Cardinals and the NFL.

Arizona Cardinals offseason open thread: Which QB will be No. 3?

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Will it be Hoyer of Lindley in the end for the final QB spot?

New Arizona Cardinals RB Andre Ellington to play with chip on his shoulder against rest of the NFL

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The sixth round pick says he has nothing to prove to the Cardinals, but wants the rest of the league to watch out.

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