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TexasTowelie

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2. The acceptance of reality.

Reply to brush (Original post)

Thu Jun 22, 2023, 12:56 PM

Jun 2023

We had to deal with that in Texas in the 1990s after the Dallas Cowboys won three Super Bowls that decade. It didn't matter what Jerry Jones said or who they had as coach, the game is played on the football field and the only people out there are the players and referees. Unfortunately, the latter frequently becomes the driving force determining the outcome.

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Now with a few years to assess, it looks like it was Brady and not Belichick... [View all] brush Jun 2023 OP

Sure looks like that to me. OAITW r.2.0 Jun 2023 #1

The acceptance of reality. TexasTowelie Jun 2023 #2

Right. The Cowboy's dynasty of the '90s and rivalry with the 49ers... brush Jun 2023 #4

It turns out it's not easy replacing the GOAT. bluedigger Jun 2023 #3

Yeah, Brady is the GOAT, and mediocre is the best we can say about the Pats now. brush Jun 2023 #5

A Thought On Eric Bieniemy ProfessorGAC Jun 2023 #9

Don Shula was one of the best game coaches. gab13by13 Jun 2023 #6

However AKwannabe Jun 2023 #7

Receivers and tight ends are important but most fans know... brush Jun 2023 #8

Ask Us Bears Fans ProfessorGAC Jun 2023 #10

You're making my point. Without a good QB, you wont win many games. brush Jul 2023 #11

Yes, I Am ProfessorGAC Jul 2023 #12