The Sport's Pro's Super Bowl

You know what’s so great about the Super Bowl? (Other than the commercials, the gambling, the friends, and even the actual game) It’s the buildup. The two weeks prior to this one game, where the media can make judgments, create story lines, and allow viewers to become invested in a team, that they really don’t care for (especially this year with two distant, probably unpopular, cities like Denver and Seattle). I mean just look at the past couple years, you had Ray Lewis retiring, Harbaugh V Harbaugh, Eli V Brady II, Green Bay as a 6 seed, Manning’s first title, the other Manning’s second title; there’s always something, whether it’s a player’s story, their childhood, their legacy, or a team’s story/legacy, or a head to head matchup that is all decided in one game, one night. It’s this kind of buildup that allows your average Patriots/Eagles fan like myself to root for a team, and become invested in the game, or at least the story.

This year is no different. Offense V Defense. Manning V Sherman. Old School v New School. This game will not only define Manning’s legacy, but that of Richard Sherman as well. If he gets beat, after all the talk, he may never recover. But if he, and this defense, beat up on Manning, then he may never have another chance to win it all.

The Average Bro's SuperBowl

You came here for insight. Let's cut right to the chase.

Here's how it's gunna go down!

The Broncos haven't faced a first half offense at all in the playoffs. They never punched a team in the mouth from the get go, either, but they consistently scored points from beginning to end to keep them on top.

Seattle came out swinging on offense and defense against the Saints and didn't look back the rest of the game. They started slower against the 49ers but a superior defense and generally more precise quarterbacking led them to a victory.

So here's how it goes.

First Quarter:

Seattle Scores first. It'll be early in the game. Marshawn Lynch will break off a huge run and take it in for the score. Denver will answer back with a field goal. Seattle will match them with another 3 point play to end the quarter 10-3.

MNF Post game Highlights

Just cool guy Peyton...hanging out after tonight's big game...chillin. Rockin his Manning forehead.

That's all.

It's all about the Story Lines

So who's up for a game of guess who!?

1. This Quarterback was drafted late his year. He was the last string QB on a team that decided to carry four players in that position. Scouts said he lacked great physical stature and strength. They said he could't throw a tight spiral. They said he lacked mobility and the ability to avoid the rush. Most scouts thought he would be nothing more than a backup in the NFL.

2. This QB was drafted more towards the middle of the event. He was known to have a good arm but one scout noted that he only went to one receiver and would force it to him even if he was in a crowd. He was called cocky and a gambler. It was assumed he could eventually start despite he fact that he didn't have great tools. He sat the bench his whole first season in the league and split time his second year.

3. This QB was taken in the first round but behind several others at his position. He was thought to have good tools but was very raw. He was said to have no throwing motion and wasn't expected to be a top prospect. During the two seasons before he entered the league, no other undergraduate athlete threw more interceptions. Beyond all of this, he had a bad attitude and was immatue. He touted himself as the best QB in the draft even after he was picked so late.

Do you know who's who?

Is Peyton eveything your team will ever need?

 

As a Washington Football fan, I was closely following Peyton Manning and his off-season decisions. Now that they have future Hall of Famer, Robert Griffin III (or first Quarterback on the moon, whichever comes first), I don't pay as much attention, but it's impossible to wade through the sports world without stubbing your toe on a good amount of Manning.

One thing that is an overwhelmingly obvious thought is that, whatever team he goes to, he will make them a great deal better. Duh right? Why would anyone go after him if it didn't make them better? That's the point of all of this hulla baloo! Not to mention the fact that he's Peyton Freakin' Manning!

RG3 is Alright by Me!

There is a subject that is very near and dear to my heart. It is probably one of the most important things in terms of my sports life. It brings me great joy and, more often, great disappointment. And they have recently been in the news with one of their risky, splashy off-season moves.
Washington has sold the farm in order to acquire the second round pick in this years NFL Draft. A pick that will almost surely bring them one Robert Griffin III.

I haven't spoken on this subject. Not in a blog post or a tweet or anything. I'm not upset about it. I've just been marinating on it. And I feel I'm ready to discuss my feelings.

First let me take you through how I found out about the RG3 news. I was convinced, despite everyone else's opinion, that Peyton Manning would be coming to DC. I mean why not! It's not like they've had a terrible history of QB's there since Lawrence Taylor created the reason for the movie the Blind Side (Theisman was one thing LT, but did you have to give us that film too?).

Dear Peyton Manning, We Need You!

Dear Peyton Manning,

My condolences on your recent release from the Colts. I know how hard you played for them and I can't believe they would turn their nose-up at you like that.You deserve better....Much better!

Well I'm here to tell you just how much better you can have it! There is only one place that can facilitate you the perfect way.  A place that can meet you're every need. A place so great, you are the only thing that could make it better.

That place is:

WASHINGTON D.C. !

That's right! Washington D.C. ! To play for the storied Washington R*dsk*ns! I can imagine your excitement at hearing their interest but don't go signing with them on just name recognition alone! Wait until you hear the great things Washington can provide you!

This topsy-turvey NFL

With a limited off season and the mad rush for practice and free agency, people have predicted this will be a very interesting season. And if we just look at the preseason, I would say that this holds true. I know it's just preseason, but I think this preseason is far different than any we've seen before. These games are OTAs, mini-camp, try-outs, and exhibition all in one. Some of the leagues best quarterbacks seem to be falling flat, while some of the other guys are making impressive runs. I know, I know! It's just preseason. But....