
The Chirp
This The Chirp, your all-inclusive look at the best observations, jokes and photos that athletes have recently shared on social media. Because while not every story can be told in 140 characters… some can:
New York Giants offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz on a nice surprise:
I'm late to the party. I had no idea there are NFL games today until now. This is exciting news.
— Geoff Schwartz (@geoffschwartz) December 20, 2014
Warriors big man Marreese Speightson perspective:
When I hear somebody sigh, 'Life is hard,' I am always tempted to ask, 'Compared to what?
— Marreese Speights (@Mospeights16) December 20, 2014
Bucks point guard Kendall Marshallhas no shame:
Über’d to wingstop, didn’t take into consideration every table being used. sat outside on the steps and ate. #NoShame — Kendall Marshall (@KButter5) December 19, 2014
Bears offensive lineman Kyle Long on a treat from his apparently multi-talented kicker:
Nothing better – thanks @RobbieGould09 pic.twitter.com/EQw2MiWydf — Kyle Long (@Ky1eLong) December 20, 2014
Dodgers pitcher Brandon McCarthyon standing up for what’s important:
I'm not an activist per se, but I do boycott companies whose ads i can't skip on youtube
— Brandon McCarthy (@BMcCarthy32) December 19, 2014
Former MLB pitcher Dirk Hayhurst on payback:
I only fought with him once, and I lost. Badly. Then I gave the team they faced in the playoffs a full scouting report... So, we're even ;-)
— Dirk Hayhurst (@TheGarfoose) December 19, 2014
Pro tennis player Alison Riske is indulging:
I just ate 5 chocolates... One right after the other. Cue: quarter life crisis
— Alison Riske-Amritraj???? (@Riske4rewards) December 19, 2014
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson with some sage advice from a wise man:
"Everybody wanna be famous.... But don't nobody wanna put the work in!" @KevinHart4real
— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) December 20, 2014
San Diego Padres first baseman Cody Deckerwith an interesting take on ugly Christmas sweaters:
Uhhhhhhhh, ladies...... pic.twitter.com/kqxGnKonD6
— Cody Decker (@Decker6) December 20, 2014
Former NBA player Chris Taft on his fiery workout:
I am in the gym trying to get a workout in and 15 mins into my workout Fire alarm sounds and we gotta get out. Smh — Chris Taft (@BlessedTaft) December 20, 2014
Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson is dying for an invite:
What are you guys doing tonight & would you mind if I tag along, I've no problem being the 3rd wheel or designated driver.
— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) December 19, 2014
Anybody having a Christmas party so I can come & persuade your boss into giving u a raise & how an increase in salary would benefit u both.
— Chad Johnson (@ochocinco) December 19, 2014
U.S. Women’s soccer midfielder Megan Rapinoe leaves us with an… interesting image:
Night world❤️ http://t.co/WGR7wY92Zw pic.twitter.com/Jokn4wwJtE
— Megan Rapinoe (@mPinoe) December 19, 2014