Not a bad day of sports to get this blog rollin', except if you're a New England Sports fan, who gets to look forward to an AFC championship game between the Colts and Jets. The Jets? Seriously? As if getting fleeced by the Ravens last weekend wasn't bad enough, now we get to watch Rex Ryan do the truffle-shuffle all the way to Indianapolis, and dare I say Miami for the big dance. Wow, just a few weeks ago the Jets were all but mathematically eliminated and now they're one game away from SB XXXIV. I guess Kevin Garnett was right, anythings possible. But don't worry Pats fans, because if the Jets don't make it, we'll get to watch Peyton Manning in the Superbowl, along with the 48 different commercials he's currently featured in. Are you excited for those Superbowl gatherings yet? No? Well, how does watching the biggest fraud in pro-sports, Brett Favre, go for his second superbowl trophy? I mean it's easy to root for a guy who has officially retired/unretired every offseason since 1998. This guy cares about one person, and that's himself, something Viking fans will understand when he holds the franchise hostage while he ponders his next retirement. After analyzing all of the despressing potential scenarios for this years Superbowl, a provide you with a glimmer of hope, the New Orleans Saints. If there is a New England Sports fan that isn't pulling for this team to go all the way then I strongly suggest you re-evaluate your sports allegiances. Yea, I understand that you likely feel no ties to the boys from the bayou, but when you consider the alternatives, we all should be wearing black and gold next sunday, and right through to February 7, we hope.
Next, it's on to the green team. In my opinion, our best chance at a title for at least the forseeable future is the Celtics. And not because I drink the green kool-aid, wear Celtics boxer shorts, or have Rondo's autograph next to my bed, but because they're legit contenders. Unfortunately, we really haven't seen what this team can do with major injuries ultimately impeeding the teams chemistry. Hopefully, post all-star break this team will get healthy, solidify their rotation, and make another run at their 18th title. One thing is certain, if the C's can get everyone back to full strength the sky is the limit, and there's no reason they shouldn't be rolling down Boylston st. in late June on those ridiculous duck boats. Gotta love Beantown baby.
That's all for now folks as I'm officially exhausted. Hey, watching sports is hard work.
