Noncricket factors also affect a player's price, as teams are mindful of the commercial valuethey bring to their table. Three seasons ago, when Gautam Gambhir, Dinesh Karthik, AB de Villiers and Tillakaratne Dilshan had moved to other teams, Delhi opted for "value" picks but the change provoked disapproval from sponsors, who bemoanedthe lack of buzz around the squad. Not only does a team need stars who perform on the field but also marquee names that excite their commercial partners, who are looking for to find a way to leverage their association and reach their customers..Mike has covered the Giants since the start of the 2004 season, guiding our coverage through two Super Bowl runs and a few other lesstriumphant moments. And it's more than a little bittersweet that Wednesday's game will be Mike's last with The StarLedger. He's leaving to cover the NFL for USA Today..

It really cracks me up to hear Cowboy apologists making excuses for the team caveman defensive