Links 9/8/09

• The Soldier Field playing surface is one of the worst in the league, and the players are starting to speak up. The fact that the stadium is owned by the park district as opposed to the franchise certainly causes enough confusion, but it appears the grounds crew isn't helping matters.

• Speaking of ownership, the McCaskey's don't fare very well in Michael Silver's annual NFL ownership rankings. Part 1 (17-32) and Part 2 (1-16).

• It took until Monday night, but there was finally a well played football game this weekend. SI.com

• Steve Stricker continues to be the best golfer that no one knows about, finishing birdie-birdie to win the Deutsche Bank this weekend. Too bad he couldn't win at any of the majors when I bet on him at 35-1 odds. Golf.com

• Could you imagine seeing this while you wait in line for the bathroom?