I suppose this makes perfect sense to those in the NFL who make the rules, but still...
The Indianapolis Colts are the #5 seed in the upcoming AFC Playoffs, despite having the second best record in the conference at 12-4. The #1 seed goes to the Tennessee Titans, who have the best record at 13-3, but who the Colts defeated yesterday (ok, it was their second string against ours, but stay with me here). Next are the Pittsburgh Steelers, who the Colts defeated in Pittsburgh. Third seed are the Miami Dolphins, who the Colts did not play this season. However, they are only 11-5. 4th seed, and the Colts' opponent next week, are the San Diego Chargers... with a stellar record of 8-8, and who the Colts defeated in San Diego. The 6th seed are the Baltimore Ravens, who yes... the Colts defeated soundly.
So... of the other five seeds, the Colts have defeated all of them, except Miami, who they did not play. Rather frustrating for us Colts fans, but hey... it could be worse. We could be Patriots fans! 11-5 and outside looking in! How sweet is that?
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Thanks to all of you for your wonderful notes of sympathy and condolences over the Indiana Hoosiers' recent home losses to powerhouses Northeastern and Lipscomb. It is going to be a long, painful Big Ten season for IU. However, you've got to admire their coach, Tom Crean, for his approach to this disasterous season. He's not complaining, but taking the high road, and coaching the heck out of this collection of freshmen, walk-ons, and transfers. Not once have I heard the words "help is on the way"... referring to the outstanding recruiting class coming next year. He's playing the hand he's been dealt, and he's doing it with class. Go Hoosiers!
Thanks for listening. Have a "sporting" day!
Monday, December 29, 2008
Sunday, December 21, 2008
A New Super Hero?
I have always been enamoured with Super Heroes. When I was a kid, I watched the old Superman TV shows religiously. You've probably seen them... the one's starring George Reeves as Superman (a.k.a. Clark Kent). They started out in black and white and eventually graduated to color. Lois Lane was kind of homely in the B/W episodes, but a real hottie in the color versions. My first childhood crush, perhaps? But I digress.
After those shows, I'd have my mom safety pin a towel to the back of my T-shirt, and off I'd fly into the neighborhood in search of "Truth, Justice, and the American Way." The scary thing was, I ran into several other dorks doing the same thing.
I followed other Super Heroes too, on TV as well as in comic books. The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman (I'd pretend to be him at the pool), Green Hornet, etc. And of course Batman and Robin. I thought they were all cool.
About six weeks ago, I had a defibrillator inserted in my chest to regulate my heartbeat in the event that it started doing irregular things. In fact, it's there to give me a jolt if it stops altogether. Not a big deal. It works if needed. It just sits there if not. But I got to thinking... could this qualify me as a Super Hero?
Think about it. No worries about heart palpitations the next time Peyton Manning is directing a game winning drive in the last two minutes. No problems with a breaking heart if/when the Cubs blow another lead, or lay another egg in the playoffs. No worries about my heart pounding before trying to get up and down from a green side bunker, or leaning over a five foot putt for par (on which I would likely get a couple of strokes anyway due to my handicap). No problems watching ANY Indiana basketball games this year. Yes... one could suggest that I am INVINCIBLE!! A Super Hero that can withstand any potential heart stopping situation! How cool is that?
Some would argue that I don't qualify as a Super Hero unless I can use my power for the greater good of mankind. Maybe so, but it takes a herculean effort to root for a team like the Cubs for a lifetime, or play the game of golf as badly as I do (in public no less). Doesn't that count for something?
Now... I just need to think of a cool name. I think I'm too old for a cape though.
Thanks for listening. Have a "sporting" day!
After those shows, I'd have my mom safety pin a towel to the back of my T-shirt, and off I'd fly into the neighborhood in search of "Truth, Justice, and the American Way." The scary thing was, I ran into several other dorks doing the same thing.
I followed other Super Heroes too, on TV as well as in comic books. The Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman (I'd pretend to be him at the pool), Green Hornet, etc. And of course Batman and Robin. I thought they were all cool.
About six weeks ago, I had a defibrillator inserted in my chest to regulate my heartbeat in the event that it started doing irregular things. In fact, it's there to give me a jolt if it stops altogether. Not a big deal. It works if needed. It just sits there if not. But I got to thinking... could this qualify me as a Super Hero?
Think about it. No worries about heart palpitations the next time Peyton Manning is directing a game winning drive in the last two minutes. No problems with a breaking heart if/when the Cubs blow another lead, or lay another egg in the playoffs. No worries about my heart pounding before trying to get up and down from a green side bunker, or leaning over a five foot putt for par (on which I would likely get a couple of strokes anyway due to my handicap). No problems watching ANY Indiana basketball games this year. Yes... one could suggest that I am INVINCIBLE!! A Super Hero that can withstand any potential heart stopping situation! How cool is that?
Some would argue that I don't qualify as a Super Hero unless I can use my power for the greater good of mankind. Maybe so, but it takes a herculean effort to root for a team like the Cubs for a lifetime, or play the game of golf as badly as I do (in public no less). Doesn't that count for something?
Now... I just need to think of a cool name. I think I'm too old for a cape though.
Thanks for listening. Have a "sporting" day!
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