A New Roar
The Lions are playing the Cowboys right now, and it's one of the more unique football games I've ever watched. Not because of any spectacular matchups or anything, but because it's the first time all Lions fans have no reason whatsoever to root for a win.
With a loss, they can lock up the No. 1 pick in April's draft. With a win, well, nothing but something for fans to misinterpret as momentum going into next season.
Here's what makes it so unique: the conflicting emotions. I just watched Paris Lenon recover a Tony Romo fumble, and my instinct told me to cheer. Instead, my roommate AB shouted out an obscenity. Minutes later, Cowboys return man Terence Newman took a punt back for six, tying the game. AB jumped for joy. I smiled.
Deep down, I really do want them to win. Also deep down, I know they'll find a way to lose. And that's what makes sense for fans to want. So, basically, after a season of successfully waning myself from watching them, I'm back and tuned in as ever. This outcome matters.
With a loss, they can lock up the No. 1 pick in April's draft. With a win, well, nothing but something for fans to misinterpret as momentum going into next season.
Here's what makes it so unique: the conflicting emotions. I just watched Paris Lenon recover a Tony Romo fumble, and my instinct told me to cheer. Instead, my roommate AB shouted out an obscenity. Minutes later, Cowboys return man Terence Newman took a punt back for six, tying the game. AB jumped for joy. I smiled.
Deep down, I really do want them to win. Also deep down, I know they'll find a way to lose. And that's what makes sense for fans to want. So, basically, after a season of successfully waning myself from watching them, I'm back and tuned in as ever. This outcome matters.
posted by RGarfield @ 11:57 PM
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