While the media circus centered around quarterback Doug Williams being African-American, perhaps some reporter should've noticed his quick release and 80 yards worth of arm strength. A record point second quarter served notice in the Washington Redskins' beatdown of the Denver Broncos. Gil Brandt's take: "There's always a few plays that alter the outcome.
If you go back and look at games where a team gets a quick touchdown right before halftime, that team usually wins. Joe Theismann threw that little pass out in the flat, and No. That was a big factor in the game. Their turnover differential that season was an absolutely mind-boggling plus Still, I would say a loss constitutes a beating. Gil Brandt's take: "They were a good football team because of their defense.
However, in the Super Bowl we were able to get Nick Buoniconti blocked. Hell, we ran for yards on them. Then, Larry Csonka fumbles the ball away. He hadn't fumbled in some odd touches that year before the Super Bowl We just had a reunion. Who had four running backs like that?
Our whole roster was like that. Brandt remembers the subtleties of how the Packers advanced to the Super Bowl. Their fullback, Chuck Mercein, made a couple of big plays on the game's last drive I called Chuck, and he told me that the Packers had already called him, and he felt they had a good shot of making the Super Bowl, so he was going to sign with them. He made the plays down the stretch to beat us.
While Super Bowl 50 was the golden anniversary of pro football's biggest game, it was far from a shining reflection of the NFL's best product. The promise of a defensive slugfest in the first half morphed into are-the-Panthers-ever-going-to-mount-a-serious-drive in the second.
Cam Newton's questionable effort in the late stages was followed by his much-maligned postgame demeanor. Juxtaposed with all of this was one of the all-time great quarterbacks walking off into the pizza sunset, Lombardi Trophy in hand. The greatest offensive season in NFL history, namely Dan Marino's 5,yard campaign, came to a resounding halt against the 49ers' quartet of Pro Bowlers in the secondary.
Their play, along with Joe Montana going for yards and three touchdowns, won the day. We were a better football team, talent-wise. We had come so close the previous years, losing back-to-back championship games to the Packers, then in '68 in Cleveland and to the Browns again in ' So, now we lost on a yard field goal by O'Brien after he had missed an extra point earlier in the same game! I still remember Jack Fette's big fat butt running over and giving the ball to the Colts.
Our center, Dave Manders, got up from the pile and handed him the football. He still pointed the other way and gave them possession! And then there was the tipped pass off their receiver Eddie Hinton's hands. It bounced right to John Mackey, and they got a touchdown! The Miami Dolphins complete the season with a win. It would have been if Dolphins kicker Garo Yepremian made a late field goal, rather than serving a volleyball up after catching his own blocked kick.
The Redskins' Mike Bass plucked it out of the air and scored the Redskins' only touchdown. Oh well, undefeated is undefeated. A blowout, yes, but a demolition made fun by, well, the most fun team in league history. We played them early in the year, in the opener, and beat them for a touchdown on a screen pass down the sideline. We won that game, and that was one of only two losses the Giants had that year. In the Super Bowl -- even though they were a defensive team -- offensively, Phil Simms , yards and three touchdowns really played over his head.
That was the difference. This Super Bowl rematch from the prior season wasn't as bad a game as everyone remembers. In fact, Buffalo led at halftime. But talent decided the day in the second half, as well as some costly Bills turnovers. The better team won, on the strength of special teams. Desmond Howard's kick return put the game away in theory; Reggie White and the defense ensured it.
White wrapped up the Patriots' Drew Bledsoe three times while the Brett Favre-led offense did enough to keep control of the game, and ultimately prevail, Donovan McNabb's puking habits became all the rage in the media after Terrell Owens let the world in on his interpretation of why Philadelphia failed late: McNabb's conditioning could use the NordicTrac.
Watch this game again, if you happened to DVR it back in February of The Eagles looked awfully lethargic getting in and out of the huddle, despite trailing with five minutes left.
The Dolphins quite possibly had the worst starters in Super Bowl history at the skill positions, with quarterback David Woodley hitting the immortal Jimmy Cefalo for a touchdown early. Still, this game wasn't decided until the Diesel John Riggins got going in the fourth quarter. Neil O'Donnell to Larry Brown. That's all this Super Bowl will be remembered for. Pittsburgh laid some wood in the second half but was let down by two bad throws, or bad routes, depending on your perspective, of course.
Either way, Dallas won its fifth Lombardi Trophy with the victory. The franchise has only won three playoff games since. Standing on the catwalk of Lucas Oil Stadium, at about the yard line of the Giants, I had a perfect view of Eli Manning's yard completion to Mario Manningham to set up Ahmad Bradshaw's go-ahead touchdown run Bradshaw tried to stop himself from scoring and fall on the one-foot line, so as not to give the Patriots any time to mount a comeback.
It didn't matter. New England's last-gasp drive didn't get far. Meanwhile, the lasting memory of this game was Manning's picture perfect throw, dropped perfectly over Manningham's shoulder nearly 40 yards downfield.
It was a gutsy call on first down -- and the play that won a second ring for Tom Coughlin's Giants. Put the seat debacle aside for a moment. Aaron Rodgers capped off a tremendous postseason with an incredible performance in the biggest game of his career to that point. That said, it was a defensive play that underlined the Packers' win: Clay Matthews' jarring hit on Rashard Mendenhall, which caused the Steelers tailback to cough up the football and led to the decisive touchdown.
Another very underrated Super Bowl. Don't let the final score fool you; this was a close contest that might have swung on Sean Payton's gamble to onside kick to start the second half. Tracy Porter's late pick exemplified true mastery of the cornerback position, jumping the route to Reggie Wayne and, ultimately, giving a beleaguered city its first Lombardi Trophy.
Gil Brandt's take: "We had a guy we drafted in the ninth round, Mike Wilson out of Washington State, who made a big catch for San Francisco on the sideline in the second half. Otherwise, their offense couldn't squeeze a drop the whole second half. Bill Walsh was smart. He saw us playing with five defensive backs and ran the ball. It was the right thing to do. Then you saw the play Eric Wright made on Drew Pearson, pulling him down from behind But they won the game, and then the Super Bowl.
Well, if two hot quarterbacks with polar-opposite styles, a minute power outage and nearly a point, second-half comeback don't interest you, maybe a faceoff of two head coaches who just happen to be brothers and a fourth-and-goal stop essentially settling the game will.
The final stretch was spectacular, and it included a little controversy on that late four-down stop. Was Michael Crabtree interfered with, or was it a good no-call? At the end of the day, the Ravens' win might not be up there with Super Bowl X, but it's not far behind, while being one of the better Super Sundays of recent vintage.
But Terrell Davis, who had been suffering from a migraine during the game, returned to score a record-breaking third rushing touchdown with remaining. This Super Bowl would be the first of four straight appearances where the Bills would lose.
They were a yard Scott Norwood field goal away from winning and potentially setting a course for Buffalo football history.
Joe Montana allegedly pointed to actor John Candy in the stands while down in the fourth quarter, before leading the Niners on a yard drive, which culminated in a John Taylor touchdown reception with 39 seconds remaining.
John Riggins made a legendary touchdown run in the fourth quarter to give Washington the lead, and a Joe Theismann touchdown pass to Charlie Brown sealed the victory for the Redskins. Cincinnati made a valiant effort to erase a halftime deficit, but four field goals from Niners kicker Ray Wersching put the game out of reach.
The Dallas Cowboys were up at the beginning of the fourth quarter, but a safety, two field goals and a yard touchdown reception by Super Bowl MVP Lynn Swann put the Steelers up for good.
This is the one that started it all. The score was close at halftime, with Green Bay leading Kansas City , but the Packers pulled away with three touchdowns in the second half. The pros found and shared creative ways to keep their strength as sharp as ever. Now, this is a very common sleeping position, but incredibly painful to some people, as it causes lower back pain. If you already experience back pain, sleeping on your back will make it even worse. If you snore, it will increase that problem, too.
Do you like to sleep on your tummy, but experience problems oftentimes? The position might not help you. It can tense your neck and your lower back. But if this is how you like to sleep, you might consider using a very soft cooling pillow to keep your neck comfortable. This is a kind of a weird sleeping position, but very common. Studies have shown that people who sleep like this may be quieter and more relaxed. Lying on your back with your arms tight to your body is actually a good sleeping position, as it helps maintain your spine in a straight line.
Starfish is when you lie on your back and sleep with your arms lifted up near your head. Sleeping in a starfish position may induce lower back pain, which interferes with your normal sleep. If you experience back pain, consider placing a pillow under your knees, so you can align the natural curve of your spine. And there really is no better time to celebrate than by throwing the ultimate winter bash. From inviting your colleagues over for a post-work party to hosting a merry and festive get together with your friends or family for an all-day affair.
There is already a lot going on this holiday season. From Christmas carols to skiing holidays, December tends to fill out fast for everyone. But if you are able to throw the ultimate winter bash, you can rest assured that people will clear their diaries to be able to attend.
So how do you go about actually throwing the ultimate winter bash? And most importantly, how do you ensure that everyone has a fabulous time? While there is a lot that goes into party planning, it certainly does not have to be a stressful affair.
In fact, you can nail down the ultimate winter bash with just a few simple party hacks. Which is what we are here to help with.
Because parties are meant to be fun, and the host should always be enjoying it the most. The date is a crucial part of the party planning puzzle that you will want to nail down upfront. Because most people have very full calendars this time of year, you will want to try and pick a date that most of your guests will be able to RSVP to. So, while weekends are the dates that everyone wants to book, consider doing a less common day such as a Monday or a Tuesday. That way you will get more people showing up and contributing to creating a great atmosphere.
Do you want to go for a whimsical out of this world Christmas theme and transport guests to another world? Or do you want to go elegant and posh and make it more of a black-tie affair? Whatever direction you decide to go in, make sure to stick to that theme and ensure that all your decorations and decision making in general support it. Consistency is key when it comes to getting the theming right for your ultimate winter holiday bash.
The budget that you have for your party will ultimately dictate the direction of the type of food that you will be providing. But in general, you will want to have the logistics and menu nailed down at least a few days out in advance. If you are planning on doing a lot of the culinary preparation on your own, consider going for simple finger food menu items such as a cheese roll that simply needs to be placed in the oven or Caprese salads on a stick.
And if you are able to have a bit more room in the budget, definitely consider getting your event catered It will not only take away a ton of the stress but also ensure that guests are blown away by the food they are getting. Hangry guests can instantly kill any holiday party vibe, so avoid this happening at all costs by serving more food than necessary. Oh, and on a final note when it comes to preparing food for your event, make sure that you check the dietary requirements of your guests in advance so you can cater to those specifically.
Just as no one ever wants to be hungry at an event, you also do not want to have the alcohol dry up halfway through what is looking to be a promising night. A great trick for this is to always buy extra alcohol in advance, knowing that you can either return it after the party or keep it stocked up for another bash you throw in the new year.
While wines and beers are always an easy go-to, do not forget the other fan favorite spirits such as whiskey or mezcal. Whatever your bar menu shapes up to be, make it a goal of yours that no guest at your bash is ever without an empty glass in their hands.
This one is also important for any party, large or small. To avoid awkward silence and ensure that there is always at least a subtle buzz happening at your bash, pre-plan your music selection before the big evening. A quick and easy way to do this is by setting up your Spotify account to a Bluetooth speaker. You can even pre-select playlists that have already been created for holiday parties. Or, consider surprising guests with classy jazz vinyl that brings back classics from James Dean or the Rat Pack.
Of course, if the budget does allow, you can also bring in a DJ or live band to take care of all your musical needs. To really get people into the mood of Christmas, make time for gift giving at your party. You can play traditional games like White Elephant or Secret Santa, asking guests to get involved and creative ahead of the party. These games always bring out creative gifts, with everything from cat cbd to a Nintendo Switch being given out.
You could also get creative with gifts that you give all the guests as well—such as a bespoke Christmas ornament or even a bottle of wine. But nothing quite makes a holiday party feel festive like the spirit of giving. Once the alcohol gets flowing, it likely will not take long for the alcohol to get going amongst the guests. That is why you should pre-plan out the designated dance area and make sure there are hours worth of tunes so people can dance the night away.
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