An NFL Postmortem: 2009 Season-Ending Thoughts Upon Watching New Orleans Saints Super Bowl XLIV Champions Video

3.12.10 8:35 pm by Brian Parker

Editors Note: We’re welcoming a new author to theSportsGeeks.com: Brian. He’s a huge NFL fan and will be writing at The Sports Geeks from now on, but be sure to check out some of his previous work here: http://pursuitofperfection10.wordpress.com/.

How’s it going, The Sports Geeks-Nation?  My name is Brian Parker and I’ll be making some story contributions to the site; generally stories about the NFL, but I’ll be sure to chime in on other sports as the need arises.

As a first post to this site, I wanted to give the 2009 NFL season a retrospective look based on thoughts I had during my recent viewing of NFL Film’s production of the New Orleans Saints Super Bowl XLIV Champions video.  As anyone who has ever seen an NFL Films production is aware, the production quality is excellent and you also get the opportunity to hear on-the-field audio that the broadcast networks don’t focus on during any given game.

And so, here are the major points that came to mind as I watched this season’s film:

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Super Bowl Quick Hits and Links

2.08.10 6:20 pm by Alex

Well, it’s over. Football season is over. Can I hibernate until September? It’s the day after Super Bowl XLIV, so let the over-analysis begin:

  • I’m going to assume that all of you saw the game. If not, you’re one of about 20 people who didn’t. Go watch the highlights.
  • The onside kick to start the second half was the gutsiest call I’ve ever seen. Who does that?!? Although the game was close at the half, the Saints hadn’t been able to get into the endzone, and it seemed as though the Colts could take off at any moment and leave New Orleans in the dust. All year long, Peyton Manning & Co. had been doing some of their best work on the last drive of the first half (ask the Ravens and Jets) and on long drives to start the second half. The Saints were able to manage the game in a way that kept the Colts from taking advantage of such possessions, which was huge in keeping the game close until Drew Brees fully ascended into god mode.

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Who Should I Root For in the Super Bowl?!

2.06.10 8:06 pm by Matt

One day, Congress will recognize that The Super Bowl is a national holiday. Here at The Sports Geeks, we know you’ll be celebrating. But every year, fans face a dilemma.

Who should I be rooting for?

In any given year, most fans’ teams are out golfing by the time the Super Bowl rolls around. And for some fans, it’s OK to watch a game with no rooting interest. They can just appreciate the entertainment of a well-played game. And expensive commercials.

But what about the fans who need a little us vs. them to really get into the game?

Well, I’m here to help you find yourself. Because the Super Bowl, like any other holiday, is a time for introspection, self-reflection, and discovery. Read the rest of this entry »

Why the Colts Should Go For 16-0

12.16.09 3:41 am by Alex

Yes, it’s that time of year. Fantasy football players who own Peyton Manning are losing sleep every night. The Colts have done all they can do, and the threat of Jim Sorgi is lingering. Is resting your starters when you have home field advantage really the best thing to do? Every year we hear: “save it for the playoffs”, “keep everyone healthy”, “our goal is to win the Super Bowl”. While those are seemingly good reasons, there’s not any statistical evidence to suggest that resting the final week(s) improves playoff chances. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.

Oh no, he's hurt this year. What ever will they do?

Oh no, he's hurt this year. What ever will they do?

In years past, it’s not been such a huge issue. Normally, Indy has a loss or two going into the last week, and with nothing to gain, Peyton Manning and the other star players are in for a series or two, and then spend the rest of the game on the sidelines. This season, for the first time ever, two teams, the Colts and Saints, are 13-0. The Saints are showing no signs of folding; coach Sean Payton said “we’re going for it.” But, for the Colts it looks like business as usual. Rumor has it the starters will play at least a majority of the game this week, although all bets are off when it comes to the last two games of the season. Former coach Tony Dungy, now an NBC analyst, insists that the Colts will stick to his old strategy, ending any chance of an undefeated season. Whatever happened to playing to win the game? Where’s Herm Edwards when you need him?

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The Sports Geeks Podcast – Episode 14

12.04.09 4:34 pm by Alex and Pat

Alex and Pat discuss the blowout that was Saints-Pats, whether or not New Orleans or Indy will go undefeated, make their picks for Week 13, and talk a little fantasy football.

Be sure to send us your fantasy questions or your predictions for this week’s top fantasy performers (QB, RB, WR, TE) if you think you have what it takes: podcast@thesportsgeeks.com and follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/thesportsgeeks. We’re listed on iTunes so click here and subscribe. Thanks for listening!

 
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Current Standings:

Game Picks: Alex (13-3 this week),(120-56 overall) – Pat (11-5),(121-55)
Fantasy Picks: Alex (0-4),(3-45) – Pat (0-4),(4-44)

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Tweets of the Week: Super Bowl Picks

8.05.09 2:28 pm by Alex

With the NFL season fast approaching, now’s as good a time as any to see who the favorites to win it all are. For Sunday’s question of the week, I asked for our Twitter followers’ Super Bowl picks for this coming season. Here’s a graph of the response:

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