Could there be more train wrecks in a sport than the NFL? Broncos, Jets, Cardinals, Eagles, Cowboys.....it seems like there are a growing number of teams that are trying to back their way into the playoffs or are trying to back their way OUT of the playoffs. After a 47-7 walloping at New England Sunday, Arizona is proving that the NFC West might be one of the weakest divisions in years.
- I'm thinking the winner of the Chargers/Broncos game should have to participate in a play-in game to qualify for the NFL postseason. If the NCAA Tourney can do it, why not the NFL? Are there any football fields in Dayton?
- Which brings me to wonder.....since when did the NFL playoffs change its name to the "tournament"? I've heard at least three NFL coaches refer to the Road to the Super Bowl as that. Here's hoping Billy Packer won't be doing play-by-play.
- Lions coach Rod Marinelli has some resume. Makes Terry Shea look like Don Shula. Recently, I joined what could be the greatest sports website ever. It's called Centsports and you can gamble for free. I've been figuring the Lions are going to end their streak at SOME point. Well, I've been off the mark and missed some of those bets. Still, my high point is $12....don't even try to beat that. Click here and get started.
- I'm happy the Giants won last night against the Panthers but with the way the GMen played on the road last year, I'm a little worried with the whole "Home Field Advantage" this season.
Happy Hanukkah and Merry Christmas to all. For those longing for a sequel to the Adam Sandler Hannkuah song, enjoy these celebrities who are members of the Tribe.
2 comments:
Cat,
First off, glad to see you posting again. Those in our blog circle have been particularly lacking in current material over the past few months, and I'm glad to see your entry.
I think you could argue the Browns belong in your initial list of train wrecks.
No, they never contended for a playoff spot this season -- despite the fact they should have after last year's near miss.
But they're such an effing train wreck that not only are they a complete non-contender, but they're an absolute embarrassment.
They just got shut out by the Bengals. At home.
They haven't scored an offensive touchdown in ... five consecutive games. Think about that.
They've totally quit on Romeo, with whom the love affair is over. He needs to go.
Honestly, if the Browns were playing the Detroit Lions this week, I'd have to pick the Lions.
Romeo is about to go the way of the Shakespeare character of the same name.
There's always talk in the media about African-American head coaches and how the NFL should hire more of them. Look at all of the coaches on the hot seat....Crennel, Edwards, Lewis, and Dungy was talking about retirement. Even Singletary isn't a lock to keep his job.
I'll try to post again before 2008 comes to a conclusion.
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