Commence Celebrity Stalking!

So, with my usual paparazzi-like flair, I've decided to begin my journal with a countdown of the top ten hottest current athletes. I tried to warn you about my obsession with celebrities.

You're welcome, ladies.

1. Brian Urlacher - Middle Linebacker for the Chicago Bears

Despite a season-ending injury to his hand in the first game of last year, Urlacher is coming back with a sexy vengeance this season...and I cannot wait. For me, he symbolizes all that is a hard-working, testosterone-filled man.

2. Michael Phelps - Olympic Swimmer

My serious crush on Michael Phelps originated in 2004 and has been going strong ever since. Although Phelps is a graduate from the University of Michigan (eww), he is also the most medaled Olympian of all-time. I can't wait for 2012!

3. Sidney Crosby - Center for the Pittsburgh Penguins

For me, Sidney Crosby is the human equivalent of Michelangelo's David. Despite his astounding credentials (youngest captain to the win the Stanley Cup, Olympic gold medal winner, etc.), it's his looks that kill me. Look at those lips.

4. Tim Tebow - Quarterback for the Denver Broncos

Although Tebow has been touted as the greatest college football player of all-time for his time as the Gator QB, it is his virtuous behavior that kills me. The boy does community service for fun when he could easily get any girl in the country. In fact, he has even stated that he is still a virgin. Just saying - I wouldn't mind corrupting him a bit.

5. Evgeni Malkin - Center for the Pittsburgh Penguins

I'm not sure what I find more attractive about Geno: his playing ability or his inability to speak English. At any rate, he seems to be chiseled from a slab of manliness and makes me want to take a trip to Mother Russia. ASAP.

6. Joey Votto - First Baseman for the Cincinnati Reds

As of late, Votto has been the saving grace for our beloved Cincinnati Reds. Not only is he one of the most solid players on the team, but he's easily my favorite piece of Reds eye candy. Yet more proof that very good things come from Canada.

7. Cristiano Ronaldo - Forward for Real Madrid

Although Ronaldo is easily the athlete on this list that I know the least about, he is the only reason why I feigned interest in the World Cup this year. He's from Portugal, but he plays for Real Madrid...so secretly, I'm hoping we can communicate in my favorite 'Romance' language, Spanish.

8. Ben Roethlisberger - Quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers

Although Roethlisberger plays for my least favorite team of any sport, he did attend my alma mater and made me proud to be a Redhawk. Despite his idiotic moments (ex. riding a motorcycle without a helmet or allegedly raping girls), I've got a soft spot for him.

9. Chris Cooley - Tight End for the Washington Redskins

Cooley is known throughout the league for his reputation as a jokester. Despite the fact that he accidentally posted a picture of his junk on his blog and left it up for several hours, I still find him attractive and hilarious to boot.

10. Chris Long - Defensive End for the St. Louis Rams

I'm instantly biased toward Mr. Long because he played for the Virginia Cavaliers (and even had his jersey retired during his last game there). However, look at him. You don't have to be a UVA fan to like this face.

...and that's that. The first of many celebrity-related posts. I promise.