Why Do You Like Football? - Page 2

FAX · 01-14-2008, 02:42 PM

As a fan, I mean. These are dark days and, not only are we now one of the worst teams in the league, the franchise ownership is tacitly endorsing claims that we are stupid, too. Anyway, this got me wondering about why people enjoy football so much, so I thought I'd start a new, fabulous thread entitled, "Why Do You Like Football?".

I suppose some people enjoy it because of the "controlled violence" aspect of the game or to admire the skills displayed by the players on the field. Others because of the strategies involved or, perhaps, the suspense associated with a close contest. Some people are gamblers and stay interested for that reason and still others like the tribal aspect of pitting "our guys" against "their guys" in a brutal fight to acquire enemy real estate one yard at a time.

To me, it's the perfect American Game. Before every snap, the offense discusses their "Plan" in the huddle. Then, they go out and execute their "Plan". Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. Either way, you go back and work up a new "Plan". On the other side, the defense does everything they can to screw up the offense's "Plans". It's just like capitalism.

If you're so inclined, please feel free to share the reasons why you like the game. Say, maybe, 100 times.

FAX

Disclaimers: Sorry if re-post.

stonedstooge · 01-14-2008, 03:16 PM

Like a chess game. Plays and moves and see if you can adjust to stop the opponent from completing their plans of action. Like the violence of it. Like to see the chance that everyone has to be the hero. Hell I enjoyed watching Dustin punt almost as much as a well ran pass route or a running play where everyone makes and performs their assignment. Poetry in action. Also like to see those who think they are God's gift perform poorly. Loved seeing T.O. bawling yesterday. The only sport I like better is boxing where you never lose the opportunity to win. You can get the s**t knocked out of you for 11 rounds 2 minutes and 50 seconds and still win with one well placed shot to the chin or liver.

**HemiEd** · 01-14-2008, 03:50 PM

Great thread idea Mr. Fax.

It is the perfect game for the season, whether you are bundled up trying to stay warm at the game, or setting in front of your own TV with a fire blazing.

It moves along at a consistent pace, unlike baseball you can almost guarantee the length of the game.

You can plan meals and drunkeness with some accuracy.

Games being held once a week, allows you time to build up to and reflect on the last one.

That being said, to quote Braincase: It's the prefect combination of speed, strength, execution, intellect and violence.

**Nzoner** · 01-14-2008, 03:55 PM

Except for men in tight pants I agree with this thread as a whole and I'd like to add that playing competitive fantasy football has taken my love of the game to an absolute obsession.

I can't begin to express the feelings I have on Sundays as I turn on my 7 tv's and choose which games are going to be where and then sitting back for an afternoon with the guys,trash talking,drinking and just having a great time.

el borracho · 01-14-2008, 04:01 PM

Strategy and Violence

**DaKCMan AP** · 01-14-2008, 04:14 PM

It's the ultimate team sport. It takes 11 men working together to succeed and only takes 1 to **** it up.

01-14-2008, 04:19 PM

I fell in love with football as a participant on the playground. It wasn't until I became an adult that I found enjoyment as a voyeur.

I love the game for all the requisite skills. Speed, agility, strength, throwing, catching, execution, and competition.

It's the greatest sport on earth and I pray corporate greed doesn't turn it into MLB.

Dr.Fine · 01-14-2008, 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rain Man

I believe that this quote about Lawrence Taylor sums it up.

http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpag...52C1A964958260

HE fought no fires, he defended no innocents, he performed no surgery, but he has been called by some a hero. His job was to jump on people and knock them down. And he did it better than anyone in recent memory.

His purest joy, he once said, was to hit someone so hard he could see the "snot bubble out of his nose." His was a brutal business, and he loved it. And many loved him for it. "I'm a wild man in a wild game," he once said with satisfaction. And the cheers in the stadium echoed and echoed in his ears.

did you ever catch LT's "Tough-Man" ring appearance? classic LT!

the drama: it's like a four act play, with each act taking on it's own unique flavor, with the conclusion (07 Patriots excepted) generally in suspense until the fourth act. plot twists, marquee & supporting actors, unexpected performances, last hurrahs, and heroes in the making...the gamut of human emotions & performance.

FAX · 01-14-2008, 04:54 PM

I hear that, Mr. Phobia. I read that, too.

Football is a fascinating sport, really. I suppose its origins are in rugby. But rugby is a free-for-all, maniacal, confusing mess at times. On the other hand, American football is highly structured.

As I mentioned in the starter, I don't think it would be nearly as popular were it not for the fact that you completely stop the game, one team gets to call a "play", then they get to run their "play", see how it works, then they completely stop the game again.

It gives everybody time to think about what just happened, evaluate the results, and prepare for the next effort. It's very much like life. Or, rather, the way life should be.

FAX

Chief Chief · 01-14-2008, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DMAC

Plus all the penetration, gaping holes, tight gaps, wide gaps, seams, and pushing of the piles.

Not to mention the tight ends, Dick Curl, and slot receivers...

**luv** · 01-14-2008, 05:17 PM

I like it because I keep learning more about it.

**BigMeatballDave** · 01-14-2008, 05:23 PM

Football in general or the Chiefs? I started watching football when I was 7, I think. Not sure why I like it.
I like the Chiefs because I am obviously a masochist...

01-14-2008, 02:42 PM
FAX testing ... 1, 2, 3 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Tennessee Casino cash: $6753759	Why Do You Like Football? As a fan, I mean. These are dark days and, not only are we now one of the worst teams in the league, the franchise ownership is tacitly endorsing claims that we are stupid, too. Anyway, this got me wondering about why people enjoy football so much, so I thought I'd start a new, fabulous thread entitled, "Why Do You Like Football?". I suppose some people enjoy it because of the "controlled violence" aspect of the game or to admire the skills displayed by the players on the field. Others because of the strategies involved or, perhaps, the suspense associated with a close contest. Some people are gamblers and stay interested for that reason and still others like the tribal aspect of pitting "our guys" against "their guys" in a brutal fight to acquire enemy real estate one yard at a time. To me, it's the perfect American Game. Before every snap, the offense discusses their "Plan" in the huddle. Then, they go out and execute their "Plan". Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. Either way, you go back and work up a new "Plan". On the other side, the defense does everything they can to screw up the offense's "Plans". It's just like capitalism. If you're so inclined, please feel free to share the reasons why you like the game. Say, maybe, 100 times. FAX Disclaimers: Sorry if re-post.
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01-14-2008, 03:16 PM	#16
stonedstooge Arf! Arf! Arf! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North Casino cash: $3834173	Love football Like a chess game. Plays and moves and see if you can adjust to stop the opponent from completing their plans of action. Like the violence of it. Like to see the chance that everyone has to be the hero. Hell I enjoyed watching Dustin punt almost as much as a well ran pass route or a running play where everyone makes and performs their assignment. Poetry in action. Also like to see those who think they are God's gift perform poorly. Loved seeing T.O. bawling yesterday. The only sport I like better is boxing where you never lose the opportunity to win. You can get the s**t knocked out of you for 11 rounds 2 minutes and 50 seconds and still win with one well placed shot to the chin or liver.
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01-14-2008, 03:50 PM	#17
HemiEd Supporter Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Ozarks Casino cash: $-459436	Great thread idea Mr. Fax. It is the perfect game for the season, whether you are bundled up trying to stay warm at the game, or setting in front of your own TV with a fire blazing. It moves along at a consistent pace, unlike baseball you can almost guarantee the length of the game. You can plan meals and drunkeness with some accuracy. Games being held once a week, allows you time to build up to and reflect on the last one. That being said, to quote Braincase: It's the prefect combination of speed, strength, execution, intellect and violence.
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01-14-2008, 03:55 PM	#18
Nzoner a haw haw haw Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: MIZZOU Casino cash: $26365802	Except for men in tight pants I agree with this thread as a whole and I'd like to add that playing competitive fantasy football has taken my love of the game to an absolute obsession. I can't begin to express the feelings I have on Sundays as I turn on my 7 tv's and choose which games are going to be where and then sitting back for an afternoon with the guys,trash talking,drinking and just having a great time. __________________ *Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.*
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DaKCMan AP Beloved & Awesome CP Celebrity Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Florida Casino cash: $5604952	It's the ultimate team sport. It takes 11 men working together to succeed and only takes 1 to **** it up. __________________
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01-14-2008, 04:19 PM	#21
Phobia Guest Casino cash: $	I fell in love with football as a participant on the playground. It wasn't until I became an adult that I found enjoyment as a voyeur. I love the game for all the requisite skills. Speed, agility, strength, throwing, catching, execution, and competition. It's the greatest sport on earth and I pray corporate greed doesn't turn it into MLB.
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01-14-2008, 04:54 PM	#23
FAX testing ... 1, 2, 3 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Tennessee Casino cash: $6753759	I hear that, Mr. Phobia. I read that, too. Football is a fascinating sport, really. I suppose its origins are in rugby. But rugby is a free-for-all, maniacal, confusing mess at times. On the other hand, American football is highly structured. As I mentioned in the starter, I don't think it would be nearly as popular were it not for the fact that you completely stop the game, one team gets to call a "play", then they get to run their "play", see how it works, then they completely stop the game again. It gives everybody time to think about what just happened, evaluate the results, and prepare for the next effort. It's very much like life. Or, rather, the way life should be. FAX
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01-14-2008, 05:17 PM	#25
luv You think you can get by this? Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Springfield, MO Casino cash: $-1240000	I like it because I keep learning more about it.
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01-14-2008, 05:23 PM	#26
BigMeatballDave GBM 8-12-15 Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Dayton, Oh. Casino cash: $10052154	Football in general or the Chiefs? I started watching football when I was 7, I think. Not sure why I like it. I like the Chiefs because I am obviously a masochist...
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