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Football seasons are so odd. They hold a character all their own, complete with lingering blasts from the past, a solid middle ground, and an unanticipated, perhaps even premature evolution. These ingredients remain the perfect recipe for ever-expanding ratings. 2025 Continue reading The NFL and the burden of expectation
“He’s better at this than I’ve ever been at anything in my life. He’s better at this than you’ll ever be, at anything. My son has a gift.” Joe Mantegna in “Searching for Bobby Fischer” “I think about it every Continue reading NFL’s pursuit for parity reaches new heights; Fans can’t get enough
As with any change in command, I reached out to Kevin at The Wife Hates Sports, giving him a conciliatory and congratulatory phone call for his season’s success. He edged me out in this year’s pick ‘em contest, the bastard. Continue reading The Most Important Football Draft Ever: A Playoff Contest
Implosion. There’s no other way to describe it. Collapse, perhaps? What we all witnessed Sunday evening was one man’s refusal to change his ways, one man’s belief in his own system so staunch that it ultimately led to a disaster Continue reading Campbell’s Gamble and the Lions’ Ongoing Nightmare
“Whenever you feel like you’re the underdog when you’re playing at Arrowhead Stadium, it gets guys ready to go.” – Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes “Don’t EVER disrespect Arrowhead Stadium!” – Chiefs DT Chris Jones It’s rare that I discuss talk Continue reading The Burrowhead paternity tests that captivated Championship Weekend
So, I’m sitting here trying to figure out what’s wrong with the Buffalo Bills, I mean, aside from the fact that they’re a cursed (albeit proud) franchise. I’m not a Bills fan per se. I’m just curious as to why Continue reading Why the Buffalo Bills collapse was a forgone conclusion (if you only paid close enough attention)
I am still reeling from last weekend’s NFL Playoff action. Raise your hands if you woke up Monday morning wanting more football. To recap: Brady and Rodgers got bounced, as did both number one seeds. Three of the four games Continue reading NFL Playoff Pick ‘Em Round Three: Championship Week Edition
In the category of “even a blind squirrel finds a nut,” the biggest, most curmudgeonly of all internet squirrels pitched a perfect six-for-six this wild card weekend thus putting himself in a commanding lead in our contest. That’s right. I’m Continue reading NFL Playoff Pick ‘Em Round Two
Before we get started, please allow me to vent. I’m not particularly fond of only one team from each conference getting a bye after an elongated season, however, if it leads to three straight days of NFL playoffs, I suppose Continue reading NFL Playoff Pick’Em Contest, Round One
Well, I would call that a VERY successful NFL season. Of course, Colts and Saints fans might disagree, but I digress. Yet again, the NFL keeps us riveted until the final seconds of its regular season. Meanwhile, Roger Goodell smiles Continue reading Enter NFL Playoff Pick ‘Em Contest – Win Fabulous Prizes
