"Our Starters Are Better Than Your Second String" Somehow I don't think that bumper sticker is going to fly off the shelves. Bears fans should be glad we don't have to play Eli Manning's Giants this year.
The night began with a hearty
Thank God it's Football Friday, by half-time my enthusiasm was fading. The announcers shared my attitude when they declared twice in the second quarter that the Bears were having "no fun at all." The substitute referees didn't seem to be having much fun either.
With one quarter remaining for the players to show what they've got before this week's big roster pruning, Joe Anderson made a beautify leaping catch followed by a touchdown run to give the Bears a 2-1 pre-season record.
The magic of television allowed Eli Manning to appear on the Letterman Show "Live from New York City" after the game. Speaking of New York, my New York Strip was delicious. The Merlot Sea Salt added a delightful finish. TGIFF Pre-Season (
Thank God it is Finally Finished.) Now we're on to the real season. Bear Down Chicago Bears!
There was some bad mo-jo last year when the Bears visited the Meadowlands. Tonight they return to the scene of the crime and, even though it's Pre-Season, Bears fans will be looking for the offensive line to hold tough. In interviews, many players are touting the fact that they bulked up over the off-season. Cutler says he's been working on his footwork. For my part, I think a Giant Black and Blue salad is the perfect selection. Of course, I'm expecting the Black and Blue to be on the Giants - not da Bears. Come on guys, protect those Quarterbacks!
Thanks to Terry Lenaghan for his input. I've decided to go with the Giant Fat Sandwich as a nod to the Grease Trucks of Rutgers University and New York's Italian heritage. Here's the recipe:
