Yes, I realize it has been almost two months since I have posted on this blog. Yes, I realize plenty of important things have gone on in the world of sports that I could have chosen to write about in this time; but, as professional basketball and football both chose to take breaks this summer, I simply followed in their footsteps.
And as the NFL starts today, with many people having already forgotten about the recent lockout, I hope my hiatus can be as easily forgotten.
Thus, let's take a moment to talk about this first NFL Sunday. In incredibly American fashion, the NFL begins it's season today, the 10th anniversary of 9/11. The vast majority of games have already been started,and it's odd to see which teams have already made statements.
My absolute favorite outcome of a game today is the Ravens 35-7 romping of the Steelers. Although I was unable to see the game, I know that anytime these two teams play, a defensive battle ensues. Yet, somehow, today, the Steelers just didn't show up. Regardless of whether this game actually matters in the long run, the Ravens have delivered the first punch in this storied rivalry.
As well, other usually powerful offenses have been seemingly ineffective today. Offensive juggernaut Matt Ryan and his Falcons failed to score a touchdown in today's 30-12 loss to the Bears. Matt Cassel and company scored only once against the usually lowly Bills in a 41-7 loss. And the elderly Kerry Collins threw his only touchdown in thew fourth quarter in a loss for the Manning-less Colts.
Maybe it was the lack of OTA's and mini camps, that has caused this offensive pause so early in the season; but more likely the end of the first decade of the 21st century has marked a beginning of new dynasties. Although the Packers look stronger than ever, and proved it on Thursday against the Saints, teams like the Lions and Bills have showed early signs of hope in this post-lockout era. But maybe it's too early to make assumptions like this. Every team has good days, and every teams has bad days. I for one, am just excited to see the season get off to a fast start.
And as the NFL starts today, with many people having already forgotten about the recent lockout, I hope my hiatus can be as easily forgotten.
Thus, let's take a moment to talk about this first NFL Sunday. In incredibly American fashion, the NFL begins it's season today, the 10th anniversary of 9/11. The vast majority of games have already been started,and it's odd to see which teams have already made statements.
My absolute favorite outcome of a game today is the Ravens 35-7 romping of the Steelers. Although I was unable to see the game, I know that anytime these two teams play, a defensive battle ensues. Yet, somehow, today, the Steelers just didn't show up. Regardless of whether this game actually matters in the long run, the Ravens have delivered the first punch in this storied rivalry.
As well, other usually powerful offenses have been seemingly ineffective today. Offensive juggernaut Matt Ryan and his Falcons failed to score a touchdown in today's 30-12 loss to the Bears. Matt Cassel and company scored only once against the usually lowly Bills in a 41-7 loss. And the elderly Kerry Collins threw his only touchdown in thew fourth quarter in a loss for the Manning-less Colts.
Maybe it was the lack of OTA's and mini camps, that has caused this offensive pause so early in the season; but more likely the end of the first decade of the 21st century has marked a beginning of new dynasties. Although the Packers look stronger than ever, and proved it on Thursday against the Saints, teams like the Lions and Bills have showed early signs of hope in this post-lockout era. But maybe it's too early to make assumptions like this. Every team has good days, and every teams has bad days. I for one, am just excited to see the season get off to a fast start.
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