Big shout out to my beloved sister in law who gave me the idea for today's blog topic.
Here's what you can chat up:
> This weekend's Super Bowl (which is the game between the champion of the AFC vs. the NFC conferences) features two of the game's best quarterbacks, sportsmen and citizens.
> Peyton Manning is the son of former Saints QB Archie Manning. The family grew up New Orleans and grew up, of course, pulling for the Saints. Now, the entire Manning clan is pulling for the Colts. Not unexpected but not without some friction.
> Peyton is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. He's won the league MVP 4 times, which is a record. He's also a good citizen, quietly donating money to charities and has his own foundation. He also has the reputation for being a gentlemen; there's no 'I' when he talks about the Colts. It's always presented as, "We". He's a superstar but he doesn't feel the need to say that.
> Drew Brees is also a stellar QB. A Texas-raised gunslinger who went to Purdue. Some people didn't think he'd do well in the NFL because he's smaller than a lot of QBs (including Manning) but he proved them wrong.
> The San Diego Chargers drafted him but opted to let him go in order to allow Philip Rivers to play. Drew took it like a man and had his choice of teams including the Dolphins but ultimately chose the Saints.
> With his leadership, focus and discipline, he's helped get them into the Super Bowl.
> He's also a great citizen, pouring his heart and money into New Orleans. He's proud to play there, loves the people and they love him right back. Oh, and he gives a lot of $ to Purdue as well.
> Both Peyton and Drew are going to received very BIG raises. I hope they'll both continue to give big(ger) as a result.
I don't care who you cheer for this Sunday or if you don't care about the game. But care about these guys (and other good men in sports) because they carry themselves the way champions should.
So, chat them up and enjoy!
3 comments:
I am really looking forward to the Super Bowl! The Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints are definitely the best teams in their respective conferences. I am rooting for the Colts. I think it will be a close, high-scoring game. If I had to predict a final score, I’d say the Colts will win 34-31.
Steven, I agree. I hope it's going to be a barn-burner of a game and yes, I think the two best teams made it into the big game.
However, I have some sentimental ties to the Gulf Coast and will be pulling for the Saints. I really like the Colts. I just think a win for NO Saints would mean the world to a part of the country that's had some hard times in the past few years.
I just can't wait for the game and hope both teams are at their absolute best!
Thanks for stopping by the BBQ!
My Mom just told me Drew Brees and his wife gave 2 tickets to the Super Bowl to Ellen Degeneres' mom. What a nice guy! I'll be happy either way, but can't help but root for the Colts since I live in Indiana now.
Enjoy the game, it should be good.
Shawn
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