What's this? A thread about sports?

I've noticed that there has been a lack of sports talk around the forum, and I don't know if that's because such few members of VR actually watch sports or because sports discussion isn't the norm around here. Anyways, I myself am I huge fan of all things football, so I would like to see who else on VR is too.

Whether it's NCAA Division I or the National Football League, I always watch football when the season comes around and even go to a game every chance I get. So basically, this thread is for anyone who wishes to express who their favorite players and teams are, and to spur healthy debate as the football season progresses and teams develop win/loss records. I also would love to see this thread pick up momentum during the Heisman race in college football.

Here is an example of a post I would love to see: "I think Tony Romo is a quality quarterback and has the potential to lead the Cowboys to the SuperBowl this year."

Here is what I WILL NOT tolerate: "Redskins suck! GO COWBOYS!" I want mature opinions, not hateful bashing of other teams. Posting such dribble will result in an infraction.

Oh, yes. Soo with Tebow on the Jets.. I'm not sure wether that's an advantage or disadvantage... I mean I LOVE TEBOW, I'm alright with the Jets but... I think what the Jets really need is a good quarterback. Tebow, I mean he wins games. He's an amazing sport. But the Jets can't win without a REAL quarterback. Tebow would be a better runningback then a quarterback at times. Sanchez, no. Just no. He's just... He disappoints me a lot. But idk, maybe the Jets will do better this year

Thank you. Yes, THE JETS' BIGGEST ADVANTAGE IS THEIR DEFENSE. It's what gets them by.. I mean but you got great guys on there like Revis Island (Favorite player on the jets), but that's all. Honestly, the Jets need a GOOD quarterback..

Another thing- NOOOOOO WHY DOES MANNINGHAM HAVE TO LEAVE THE GIANTS?! Well, it was a great way to finish off that contract of his with that season. I mean the superbowl and everything, THE GIANTS ARE GEEZUS.

I'll admit now to absolutely having no idea what I'm talking about when it comes to off-season discussion of any sport EVER. I'm interested to see how this season goes, but I'm honestly going to be scarce around here until the actual season starts.

*bump*

I figured now is as good of a time as ever to try and revive this thread, seeing as how the first regular season NFL game is tonight - the defending SuperBowl Champion New York Giants vs. Dallas Cowboys.

I probably could have attempted a revival of this thread when the college football season officially started a couple days ago, but I chose to wait until today. Sooo I guess I'll try and get some discussion going here, and hope at least someone chooses to partake.

What matches for Week 1 in the NFL will you be paying attention to? I'm eager to see Peyton Manning's return to action ever since he missed all of last season with his recovery neck injury, so I'll be watching the Denver Broncos vs. Pittsburgh Steelers.

Definitely that Giants game! I'm excited to see them play once again!! I recently bought Madden 13 and I usually only play as the Giants Definitely by far my favorite team.. Oh and RG III on the Redskins.. I might have to be a part redskins fan.

Well, I just saw David Akers tie an NFL record by making a 63-yard field goal against the Packers, making him the 4th person to do it (Tom Dempsey, Jason Elam, Sebastian Janikowski). I must say, when it hit the bottom crossbar, the crowd of Lambeau Field just had all of their hearts skip a beat.

Well.. The jets killed today! Too bad Tebow didn't get to play I was really hoping he would get his chance. And OMG NO. MY GIANTS</3 THEY LOST... I'm definitely a bit dissapointed by that one...

Like TPM said; David Akers is a boss, I think he's the best kicker in the league..

I'm currently watching my Carolina Panthers trying to rally from behind to win against the Buccaneers. Cam Newton seems to be having an off day, though...

Andrew Luck's debut was...unimpressive. Now I know he's a rookie, and this is his first full NFL game...and yes, I saw some great throws from him. But he just had that "scared rookie" look to me against the Bears. The Colts ended up losing by about 20, but even if Luck had played better they still probably would have lost. The Colts aren't just a complete team, while Chicago is in my opinion.

I was thoroughly impressed with the debut of RG III. His first offensive drive was a perfect 6-6 passing for about 30 something yards, which was a good way to start out a rookie like him - short and accurate passing plays to build confidence. And then on his next drive...BAM, a long pass play across the middle of the field that went for a TD. And this was all in the 1st quarter! He played an amazing debut game, and to everyones surprise, beat the Saints AT THE SUPERDOME. This kid has got major poise.

My packers are still playing right now I think though they might be done I don't have the channel at my moms house.

It seems like a great time to bump this;

Who do you want to win the Superbowl this year?: Ravens or 49'ers?

Had a dream earlier this week, 49ers 30 Ravens 42.

Ravens will win by getting ahead by scoring two touchdowns in the final quarter.

Here's what the official EA Sports Madden NFL simulation has to say.

What's worse than having to go to a Super Bowl party when you don't like football? Having something important and fun you wanted to do that you can't anymore. Even worse? Disliking everyone at the place you're going to. This might actually be my first bad day since 2013 started. Ah well, nothing beats a good Super Bowl commercial. C'mon, Doritos, show me what you got!

Funny how not living in America means that I don't know, or care, about the Super Bowl.

I dunno, I know some people who get so crazy about football (or play fantasy football) and will scream at the TV when their team loses.

Well, the game is over - The Baltimore Ravens defeat the San Francisco 49ers, with a final score of 34 - 31.

It was a very exciting game, but only for the second half of the contest. The first half was all Baltimore, as they lead 21 - 6 at halftime, and even extended that lead 28 - 6 after returning the opening kickoff to the second half for a touchdown. Despite this huge deficit, the 49ers rallied and made it close, and even had chances to take the lead.

The most shocking part of the game though, wasn't a play or a call on the field by the refs, but of all things the lights going out in the stadium! Right after the Ravens got that second half kickoff return TD, most of the lights went out, as well as the scoreboard. The game was delayed about 35 minutes. A power outage at the SuperBowl...just when you think you've seen it all. Wow. xD

I enjoyed watching this SuperBowl more than any other previous one, only SuperBowl 42 was more exciting for me.

Well that was an electrified game!.... for the most part Oh my gosh, I can only imagine the memes that come out of this game! But I am extremely happy about this outcome! The Ravens had it from the beginning, but it got so exciting with the comeback. I really thought the 49'ers would come back, but Kaepernick just really messed up on that 2 point conversion. Oh my, what a game. And the best part for me was, my dad won his Super Bowl Pool betting thing, all because of that safety that happened at the end!!! That must have messed up SOOOOO many pools, but my dad won it all because of that play. $1010 in his pocket by this morning at work. (I'm getting $10 of that and that's enough for me xD)

The game was very exciting even though I didn't watch until about half way to the game. For the first time ever, I find the actual game more interesting than the ads (which I usually watch for them and the half time show). Both teams play their best and I am impressed the way the 49ers comeback. I thought for a moment they would win.


Then again, I tend to do something else when there's a commercial break and (not to mention there's a lot of commercials airing when the power outage came). There was one car ad for Ram and it was so long. I didn't watch too many commercials because I go on the computer and the ads were forgettable in my opinion. The only commercial I remember is the Bud Light ad with Steve Wonder.