Chunky

Bruno Mars is pretty much the premier pop hit maker of the 2010's at this point. He's been involved in six No. 1 hits, and the title track "24K Magic" from his latest album is likely to become his seventh. His funky, throwback and catchy sound is hard to not like. Though I hate "Uptown Funk" because it was overplayed and also adopted as the one song that everyone over 50 enjoys. Hopefully nothing from this great album gets that treatment, though I wouldn't be surprised if Mars finds that success again. "Chunky" might be that next hit after the title track runs its course.

Fantasy Update: I clinched the playoffs in my main league this week, jumped back up into second place, and have a match against third place for who earns the first round bye this week. I am still in playoff contention in both other leagues at 5-7 and 6-6, but likely need wins this week.

I have a half-dozen photos or so to share from the Pierz football semifinal game in the Class AAA playoffs. Enjoy.

The Pierz representatives from at the press conference after the loss Nov. 19. From left: Brett Kapsner, Lane Girtz and head coach Leo Pohlkamp.

Girtz tackles St. Croix Lutheran ball carrier Daniel Rust.

Pierz' Jalen Jansen (No. 20) combines with Reese Kapsner to tackle SCL's Garett Maag.

Girtz attempts to keep his balance after breaking a Crusaders tackle.

Pierz quarterback Preston Rocheleau takes a hit while trying to toss a pass to Girtz.

Senior Brandon Ortman fights through the arm tackle of James Chernohorsky on a run.