Bye, Derrick...

Photo - Mike Brown - Commercial Appeal

To the astonishment of no one, Derrick Rose is leaving for the NBA after one season, according to the CA. Of course he is; his market value will never be higher, and he does not need to run the risk of injury that could derail a potential pro career. Weep not, he gave us all he had for as long as he could, and he was one foul short of a national championship for his troubles, and this blog says THANK YOU to Mr. Rose, he was a comet, leaving brilliance in his wake.

Now, if NTFN (Not The Fox News') Chris Wallace will think about trading a package to get him....