Super Bowl amusement

[hildy89]

Only one NFC team claims my allegiance, so I've found myself rooting for the "other side" lately, mostly the Patriots. In this area, though, you're more liable to find Eagles fans. Even my apartment building had a balcony draped with a Philadelphia banner.

I was amused last night when the Patriots started out on defense. I quoted a line from "The Replacements" and asked Ted Bruschi to "get me the ball". In the first few minutes, he almost delivered, although the instant replay called it back. Cassandra thy name is...