I Don't Watch College Football.................

I don't like college football, even when I was in college I didn't go to games. I would rather sleep while my noisy neighbors were gone.
Today I am watching college football (and doing laundry), Texas vs Oklahoma. For some reason I am fascinate by Sam Bradford, Colt McCoy and Tim Tebow. These three guys seem like stand up fellows. I don't know for sure but that is what I choose to believe.
When Tebow was injured I searched the internet constantly for updates on his condition. I watched and rewatched him going down, and being carted off the field throwing up. I was relieved to read that he would be alright.

Today a team from city I love (Austin) headed out to face their rivals, and come out victorious as the end result would have it (the game just ended Oklahoma 13, Texas 16).
Colt McCoy and Sam Bradford are hugging as I type. I don't know what it is, I adore these 3 guys.

I was watching when Bradford hit the ground, driving his freshly healed broken shoulder into the ground. He didn't play again after that. As the mother of a young athletic boy who is built for football I realized in that moment why I don't watch college football.

However I do watch NFL, where men are paid to play the game. If they get hurt it was in the commission of earning a paycheck.
I love the NY Giants and I love Jeremy Shockey, which makes tomorrows game something that I am looking forward to with much anticipation.

When Shockey broke his leg on Dec. 16th 2007 I was heartbroken. After that things seemed to spiral down for the man. His replacement the amazing Kevin Boss did a great job proving he deserved a starting Tight End position. That year the Giants won the Superbowl. Shock was there, but only in body. In his heart he was already gone.

He was traded to the New Orleans Saints. His first season with the Saints was plagued with injury. This year however is appears that Shock has done some growing up and he is back looking better than ever. His attitude has either changed, or he has learned to keep his mouth shut (although I must admit I adore his lisp). In New Orleans is appears that Jeremy has found his place, and with Drew Brees as your QB things are good.

Tomorrow Shock meets his old team. He is keeping a low profile, and I for one can not wait.

He has said that this is not a grudge match for him, and I believe him. If it had been last year maybe, but after a year in a new place he seems much more settled.

I love Eli and the Giants, and I am rooting for them to win as I always do. However I certainly hope that the Saints do all they can, in particular Shockey.

Go Blue!

One step closer! Good Job Giants. 24-14 victory over Jeff Garcia (who I adore) and the rest of the Tampa Bay Bucs.

I once again "watched" the game on-line while at work. This time I paired it with the message board at the Giant's home page. It was nice to see other fans go through the amazing array of emotions that I do.

Thor, you are very missed!

Love,
J

Life Gets in The Way....

In October of this year I started a new job, a job I love but a job with one major drawback.
I work on Sunday.

See the problem?

I have been forced to "watch" the Giants over this last season by clicking the refresh button on my computer...........very unsatisfactory!

I was so excited to watch the Skins game on the 16th, I walked in the door at kick off. I was happily yelling at the screen when Amani Toomer rolled onto Jeremy Shockey's legs. I saw Shock go down and not get up. I knew it was bad, and I was right.

The game was lost, Jeremy's x-rays were flashed, broken left fibula and I went to bed an unhappy Giants fan, as visions of my favorite player gracing the IR list danced in my head.

I missed the win over the Bills on the 23rd, but I was thrilled it happened.

Now I am anticipating the last game of the regular season, as many other football fans are. I hope with all of my heart that the Giants snatch a perfect 16-0 season from the smug Tom Brady and his creepy coach. Although I know it is a long shot.

Good luck Boys, you know I will be rooting for you all the way!

As for you Jeremy, who has fallen off the radar, .....I hope the surgery went well and I hope your recovery goes perfectly. You are very much missed.

Love,

J

Another W for the Boys in Blue!

Of all the excellent things I saw during the Giants 35-24 win over the Jets this smile was tops.

Of late Shock appeared downtrodden, however one perfect touchdown later and we fans were in for a treat.

It is no secret that I have a massive crush on #80, who I like to refer to as Thor, and I am so glad that he is back on top. (On a personal note......I knew you could do it Jeremy!).

The game was gut wrenching. Twice I turned off the television, my anxiety was so overwhelming, I just couldn't watch any longer. However the feeling quickly passed and I managed to return to the game again (on occasion through my fingers, like a really scary horror flick). Sam Madison was amazing. Not to mention the fantastic play by Aaron Ross, who if he keeps up this amazing work, is going to be a major player in the NFL. That is if he can abide by team rules. Ross sat the entire first half because of a team rule violation that neither he and nor Coach Coughlin were speaking of.

Brandon Jacobs returned with a bit of a rocky start, but he quickly got back into the swing of the game. Eli looked pretty good (in the 2nd half that is), running twice, which was fun to see. Last but not least, there was Jeremy. The big man scored is first touchdown since last December.......it was exciting to see.

The game was great. I would have loved to been there instead of in my bedroom debating with my son the good points and bad points of all the NFL teams, so he could pick one to become a fan of. Each member of my household has a team and the boy felt like a hanger on, as he rooted for Big Blue with me. Finally he settled on The Pack, which is a fine choice, except for the fact that as soon as he became a fan his team lost.

Such is football.

J

Jeremy?

Ummm.........Hey Shock?



I watched the game on Sunday, it was awesome! The defense rocked the house as you know.

However I didn't see you there, at the game that is. I am sure you were there, but you didn't make much of a showing (I missed you).

Where is the passion that makes everyone talk?

Talk may be cheap handsome, but actions speak volumes.

Love,
J

Post number 8080....

After stopping and starting a number of posts voicing my utter disappointment and heartbreak at the losses of the boys in blue during week one and two I decided that although I am committed to football and the NY Giants in particular I just couldn't write the correct thing.

My open letter to Jeremy Shockey about spiking the ball (although I have seen spikes and while not the best course of action I am not sure that Jerm actually spiked anything......but that is neither here nor there) never had the correct tone. I could not manage just the right mixture of encouragement and sadness that I am sure Shock needed to hear (from me because frankly I am awesome).

Nor did my poem comparing the defense to a playful bunch of preschoolers (but in a good way) could not capture the essence of my feelings.

You see my mother taught me well, if you can't say anything nice, keep you big mouth shut for Pete's sake!

So in deference to my dearest mother (and the fact that I couldn't put into words the revolving fear, desperation, embarrassment, and pride that I felt) I did not publish anything.

Thank goodness someone said something. The defense really stepped up their play in week 3. Their second half performance was inspired. This proves that The Giants have what it takes. With a slow but not crushing start behind them, they have no where to go except up.

I may seem obvious but I am an offensive line kind of girl, so shall we take a look at what is going on there.

Eli
has looked good in all 3 games. Buress

Buress

has shown greatness and played with both a sprained ankle and finger (pinkie?). He did drop a number of catches early in the game, but he like the defense rallied at the half and excelled in the end. Derrick Ward was impressive and then there is Thor.

Oh Mighty Thor

Shockey

you have greatness in you, just let it out. Prove to your naysayers that you deserve the reputation as one bad ass Tight End. Let your actions speak for you. Once you have established dominance in your position (and proven that you can catch all but the most uncatchable ball) they you can say what ever you want. You can taunt and mimic, you can trash talk or encourage.........but first catch the ball. Don't ever public criticize your QB, he ultimately will be the one to make or break you.......hell you can't catch a ball if it isn't thrown to you. And always remember........all those other guys on your team whether they be coaches or players (or that sneaky monkey that died your hands purple) are mere mortals. They make mistakes, hell we all do......you should meet my ex-husband.

Other than Big Blue, I watched the Colts reign victorious over the Gary Kubiak led Texans. The game was to close for comfort, Peyton and the boys need to step it up (although Joseph Addai totally rocks).
I enjoyed this game, as I watched it was coupled with a rerun of Peyton Manning's SNL debut. Although I never let my children watch SNL, I did let them enjoy the antics of Peyton. For two days my daughter had repeated "Spend time with your kids, so Peyton Manning doesn't"

and my son repeats the giggle getter "a little pee came out".


My kids are an interesting pair. Also they both think it is hilarious that Peyton said his mom was cut by the Dolphins.

I coaxed my boy into calling the ex and again placing a fiver on the opponents of the Bears, which this week was the Cowboys. My son is now up ten dollars, but I swear the stress of possibly loosing five dollars almost killed him during the game.......no more betting for that kid. The daughter will totally do it, she doesn't stress as easy. Keep playing like this Rex and my ex is going to owe at least one of the children a pretty big chunk of change.

I didn't see the Broncos game, although I know my father is not happy with his team. Monday Night I didn't see much of the Saints/Titans match up before I went to bed, but my hope was with the Saints. All I can ask is What is up Drew Brees???

Brees

The Raiders win made me laugh until I fell over. That Lane Kiffin, he is not only a cutey but he is super smart as well........way to learn from those who have beaten you the week before Lane. Kiffin

Also might I say how impressed I am with QB Ben Rothlisberger, Coach Mike Tomlin and the rest of the Steelers...........very nice (on a personal note........Ben you are a hottie).

Rothlisberger


One last thing........what was up with the Eagles uglier than sin throw(up)back uniforms. That wasn't even nice. Nobody gets paid enough to wear something so vomitous.

Love,
J

Learning All New Positions!

This one is called the Tight End!

Love,
J

Waving Goodbye to the Preseason (How I spent my Labor Day Weekend)

3 losses out of 4 games does not look very good for any team, however, if you mention that these were preseason games then all hope is not lost.

Regardless of their miserable record thus far I think the Giants are looking great. In particular I must point out that #80, the one I like to call Thor, is still filling the role as team eye candy with particular panache.

During this 4 game team warm up/try out I was impressed with WR (wide receiver) Mike Jennings right up to the moment he snapped his achilles tendon. I was a great catch. He is out for the season. I hope he makes a quick recovery and I look forward to seeing him next season.

I actually missed the 4th preseason game against New England, and I was not sad about it. I realize that the big men don't need to play these games, but I in all honesty I can't wait to see them.

Instead of watching the game when it was aired on the NFL network (being an eastern team's fan in the west is difficult) on Saturday the 1st, I left my "big city" home and headed to a nearby resort town, that is almost on fire.
I did not get to do any rock climbing, the road was blocked by fire. We didn't organize well enough in advance to kayak, so we just played tourist. We being my friend Barb from my former "small town" home and myself.

We shopped, ate and admired the hot men and beautiful lake. We also spent some time with Adrian Pasdar and John Simm, both amazing fellows.

My birthday marks the beginning of the Football season this year. I may or may not be celebrating my very old age with that other Manning, that is if I can't get tickets to see The Wreckers.

More talk of balls later,
J