Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Thanks a Whole Lot, Green Bay

Boy, rooting for the Green Bay Packers last night was like rooting for the New York Yankees. But I had to on Monday night, as a win by them over the Chicago Bears would give the Vikings the NFC North title without the Vikings even stepping on the field.

And sure enough, the Packers led for almost the entire game, and had an 11-point lead at halftime. But Chicago came alive in the second half, and tied the game at 17 with just three minutes to play.

But Green Bay blew the win with 25 seconds to play, as a 38-yard field goal attempt was blocked. During the coin toss at midfield after regulation, the coin hit Brian Urlacher in the head, and Chicago won the coin toss. I knew at that moment, Green Bay was doomed. The Bears went down the field and kicked the game winning FG, and are now tied with the Vikings at 9-6.

Vikes need a win on Sunday over the Giants (who have everything wrapped up, thank goodness) to take the division, or a Bears loss in Houston should they lose.

Damn Packers. That's what I get for rooting for them, even for just one night. I REALLY hope the Detroit Lions not only beat them but kick the crap out of them in the season finale next week and get their first win of 2008.

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