The Chirp

This is 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:


Redskins safety Ryan Clark and more on Cardale Jones returning to school via press conference:

I noticed Cardale Jones’ high school mascot is a dolphin.

Christopher Long (@JOEL9ONE) January 15,

You just won the Natty! Why do you need more attention?! Coulda just tweeted that! #WhoAmIKidding #ILoveAttentionToo

Joseph Fauria (@BigJoeFauria) January 15

Wondering why the presser though. Have to believe the principle had something to do with it. Airtime for the Dolphins.

Christopher Long (@JOEL9ONE) January 15,

…and teammatesDarron LeeandTyvis Powellhad some fun with it too:

“Yo dawg…make your decision on TV…” pic.twitter.com/PM86y8gHen

Darron Lee (@DLeeMG8) January 15, 2015

NBA guardJared Cunninghamon Kobe’s true legacy:

Former NFL linebackerShawne Merrimanon the state of the Lakers:

Warriors centerAndrew Boguton Instagram frauds:

Girls on instagram… pic.twitter.com/YHfRYmQdh4

Andrew Bogut (@andrewbogut) January 15,

Eagles tight end Zach Ertzis smart… really:

NFL defensive end Adam Carrikeron pop-ups:

Retired U.S. Soccer forward Taylor Twellmanis living his #TBT:

NASCAR driver Danica Patrick, bandit:

Broncos tight end Julius Thomaswas ahead of his time:

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