Super Bowling

This should finally put to rest the aura of greatness surrounding Donovan McNabb, but it probably won`t. McNabb is essentially a running back who throws the ball, and I don`t think you can build a team around that particular style. Granted, McNabb had a lot of passing yards in this game, but that was the whole point. The Patriots strategy was obvious; force the great scrambler to throw the ball. The Pats stayed back in zones, and forced him to do what he`s not good at. He threw interceptions, and most of McNabbs receptions were screens; he looked like an amateur when he went long. When someone did catch the ball it was generally in spite of poor passing. Half the time the receivers were twisted around backwards and sideways trying to grab an essentially uncatchable ball. The Patriots made this happen; they understood McNabb`s weakness and exploited it. Kudos to Pats coach Belichik. He is the primary reason for the Patriot ``dynasty``. (Personally, I have never thought the Pats were that talented-they win because of superb coaching.)

I really hated to see Boston win both the World Series and the Superbowl. Oh, well, at least we won the big prize! (No, Senator, you lost-get over it!)
This year has been particularly tough on my hometown of St. Louis; the Cardinals took a beating in the World Series (by Boston) , the Rams were humiliated by the Falcons in the playoffs,we have no hockey, and this weekend World Welterweight Champion and St. Louisan Corey Spinks was TKO`d. It been a very painful time. We just have to think like Cubs fans-there`s always next year!

At least we won`t have to put up with any more crowing about the greatness of Donovan McNabb, at least until next season!