First of all, Happy thanksgiving. You can expect plenty of fluff pieces on your TV today about how various players think this is a special time of year, and how they'll be spending it with their families. For some reason, this is considered a novelty.
Unfortunately, the Detroit Lions - who traditionally host one of the Thanksgiving matchups - have neglected to show up at all for the 2008 season, which may make their game against Tennessee something of an embarrassment for all concerned. Already, after just two plays, the Lions have managed to cough up the ball.
Things don't really look so good for Seattle either, so their trip to Dallas could well be just as predictable. On the other hand, I like the fact that Wade Phillips has descrbed the game as a 'must win' encounter, which should add some edge to his team. In fact, it would almost be concievable for the 'hawks to come out fighting this week. They've actually played quite well in the last few weeks since QB Matt Hasselbeck returned, so an upset could be on the cards.
Speaking of the Cards... I have no shame. Therefore, I am quite happy to say that the Eagles will likely win tonight in the freezing Pennsylvania climate. The Cards have not travelled well to the East coast, and tonight could be a difficult test. On the other hand, Philly look like a team on the ropes, almost devoid of any confidence in any phase of the game. Tonight is an ideal situation for Donovan McNabb to rebound strongly, but if he doesn't, commentators have already called for Kevin Kolb to replace him for the balance of the season.
My gut feeling? Tennessee, Seattle*, and Philadelphia will celebrate tonight.
*Even if it's just to celebrate the fact they aren't in Seattle.
Thursday 27 November 2008
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