SaviorPeterman Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I haven't truly cared about the SB in years since the Bills haven't been to one in over 20 years. But as an NFL fan in general hard not to be interested in this one knowing the Patriots are about to win 3 out of 4 superbowls for the 2nd time in NFL history and set new NFL records in the process for essentially becoming a dynasty twice under the same head coach/QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Who Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 12 minutes ago, SaviorPeterman said: I haven't truly cared about the SB in years since the Bills haven't been to one in over 20 years. But as an NFL fan in general hard not to be interested in this one knowing the Patriots are about to win 3 out of 4 superbowls for the 2nd time in NFL history and set new NFL records in the process for essentially becoming a dynasty twice under the same head coach/QB. You're prevaricating on the first declaration, goading with the second. Lots of folks round here don't credit the double-dipping dynasty with victories free of cheating and blatant ref bias. Naturally, the bandwagon Pats* fans dismiss grumbling as envy, but I surmise much of the NFL ratings decline is due more to general disgust with obvious inequity than changes in viewing platforms or outrage over the anthem, etc. But have fun watching your team vs. the city that booed Santa Clause. Nice lot the both of you. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerome007 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 (edited) Same here. I'll be watching, but I don't care at all. First year I can recall feeling that way. Why, it's hard to say. I mean, the Patriots have been a staple at the SB! But come on at this being a predetermined scripted game! Sure I too feel the Cheatriots buy off some refs and have benefited from weird calls and overall favoritism, but the Eagles winning, just like when the Giants spoiled the perfect season, is much better for the NFL. I'm sensing a lot of people at large are uninterested because the Patriots have gone "from great to greedy" by going for a 6th one. Weird but most likely accurate. And the allure of the commercials has lost a lot of its glitter with the web and all. Edited January 30, 2018 by Jerome007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steptide Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 1 hour ago, CLTbills said: I'm with you. Only way is if my wife ends up watching (I highly doubt that!) and it happens to be on the TV. So you won't watch even though there is a chance that the eagles could upset the Patriots? Just knowing frank Reich is part of the eagles makes me wanna watch and route for them. Plus who didn't love Shwartz when he was here? It wouldn't give you a little satisfaction to see these guys upset the Patriots? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillsGospel Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I was thinking it would be a good game at first then I remembered what the Pats used to do with Jim Schwartz' defense here when he was with the Bills, I think the Eagles will keep it close at first but will have the game won by the end of the 3rd quarter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanC883 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 3 minutes ago, BuffaloBillsGospel said: I was thinking it would be a good game at first then I remembered what the Pats used to do with Jim Schwartz' defense here when he was with the Bills, I think the Eagles will keep it close at first but will have the game won by odd officiating calls and non-calls on the Pats** O-line by the end of the 3rd quarter. added how it would be won. ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickelCity Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 11 hours ago, Mark Vader said: I hated both of those teams, and could not muster the strength to cheer for anyone in that game. Luckily I have a soft spot for the Seahawks (mainly because seattle is a wonderful city, but also acquainted with Sherman). I'm probably the only one outside that fan base who feels that way though lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Original Byrd Man Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 4 minutes ago, RyanC883 said: added how it would be won. ! Sounds pretty much like business as usual which is why wouldn't waste my time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CLTbills Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 (edited) 52 minutes ago, Steptide said: So you won't watch even though there is a chance that the eagles could upset the Patriots? Just knowing frank Reich is part of the eagles makes me wanna watch and route for them. Plus who didn't love Shwartz when he was here? It wouldn't give you a little satisfaction to see these guys upset the Patriots? Nope. Highlights will be readily available. I would get tons of satisfaction out of the Eagles beat the Patriots. But that's not going to change whether I watch it or not. Edited January 30, 2018 by CLTbills Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DisplacedBillsFan Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I remember being really not excited for the St. Louis Rams vs. New England Patriots Super Bowl. I'm not sure why, but I was already sick of St. Louis being a dominant team and hated seeing them back in the Super Bowl for the second time in three years. And, while the Patriots hate was not as strong way back then, I definitely did not want to see them in or winning a SB. Oddly enough, some of my favorite "old" football to watch now aside from Buffalo is those Greatest Show on Turf St. Louis teams. Some of the players on those teams were all time greats. I wish it was Wentz under center, but I'm still pretty excited for the Eagles actually. I hope they somehow find a way to absolutely embarrass NE. Not likely, but one can dream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meistersinger Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 2 hours ago, CLTbills said: Nope. Highlights will be readily available. I would get tons of satisfaction out of the Eagles beat the Patriots. But that's not going to change whether I watch it or not. My thoughts exactly. That's what I did after the Giants beat the Pats and I didn't watch those games either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 It's always been an event for me, the way chicks think of the Oscars; nothing could interfere. This year, I won't intentionally keep the TV off if I'm home, but I won't be sitting with rapt attention like every other Super Bowl since I was about 7. This year it'll be more like background noise while knocking things off the honey-do list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gugny Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 10 minutes ago, KD in CA said: It's always been an event for me, the way chicks think of the Oscars; nothing could interfere. This year, I won't intentionally keep the TV off if I'm home, but I won't be sitting with rapt attention like every other Super Bowl since I was about 7. This year it'll be more like background noise while knocking things off the honey-do list. Should you be in the euphemism thread? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fadingpain Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I generally don't enjoy Superbowls and so I probably have felt this "off" before. But I get the OP's point; my enthusiasm for the game is close to zero. I will watch however! I'll tune in to see the National Anthem and then watch the game for as long as it is interesting or competitive. If NE gets a big lead, I'll do other things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gray Beard Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 8 hours ago, corta765 said: Truthfully the faster its over the quicker I get to the Bills doing exciting things like FA and the Draft so yea I could care less let NE win by 80 and hopefully BB or Brady retires haha I am looking forward to it being over because the Pats coaching staff may get split up among several other teams. That will be interesting to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 (edited) ...some pretty interesting nuances to watch... a formidable Schwartz led defense versus Pats....who adjusts or counters bigger or better, Belichick or Schwartz?........let's see what OC Frank Reich has in store offensively with Foles and Frank's development as an OC.....sure as hell beats watching the Weather Channel or a can of Sherwin Williams dry...... Edited January 30, 2018 by OldTimeAFLGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msw2112 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I have no interest in the hype, lead up, etc. I have not and will not watch any of the coverage. Once kickoff comes, I will watch. Although I don't love the matchup and I detest both fanbases, I am a football junkie and this is the last game to see for months. Also, although I am not a fan of Philly teams, I like some of the Philly coaches. Pederson seems like a decent guy and a good coach, and I would like to see Reich and Schwartz win a SB. Finally, I look forward to getting together with friends, eating, drinking, etc. It's an event and an excuse to be social on a Sunday evening, when I might otherwise be doing something around the house that is not fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyC81 Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 20 hours ago, Patrick_Duffy said: I believe it will be the 1st one I'm not going to watch. Just don't really care. I wasn't going to watch but as it gets closer I think I will continue the tradition of watching. If Pats go up big, just turn it off. I've watched all of them starting with IV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Estro Posted January 30, 2018 Share Posted January 30, 2018 I'm contemplating not even watching. I'll probably end up caving....but to answer your question....No. I could care less. As I get older, I find myself caring less and less about football games outside of Bills games in general. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frostbitmic Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 I guess the question really is ... When do you reach your saturation point in regards to the patriots ? ... To me, that happened a couple of years ago. In 2016 I watched two games involving the patriots, both against the Bills. This year I've watched one patriot game, that being the 1st game against the Bills. Watching them and the BS calls against their opponents and what should be called against the patriots that aren't called... Saturation point reached ... Eff this, It's no longer fun, saturation point exceeded. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaCrispy Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 (edited) 23 hours ago, 26CornerBlitz said: Ahhh...this reminds me of how The Last Jedi killed Star Wars Edited January 31, 2018 by JaCrispy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3rdand12 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 I think the Eagles are one of the best overall teams in years. Very well Coached and tons of talent on both sides of the ball. Rooting for the Eagles for both reasons. Hate the Patriots and their evil ways. Eagles have the better teams and earned it . That said. I have no plans to watch. again. Bills, baby.. that's all i care for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Murica Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 JuJu feels the same way. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Unless the Bills are in the SB, my "excitement" level for the SB doesn't change. I will still watch, and I usually have a team I prefer over the other. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicken Boo Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 I'm not watching. I actually agreed to work a 5p-1a shift on Sunday. Figured I might as well be making money... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Royale with Cheese Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 I haven't watched one segment or anything related to the Super Bowl yet. I will still watch it but the interest level is low. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoloinOhio Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Gotta spice up SB week somehow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoCal Deek Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Now that Alex Smith, and possibly Cousins are off the Board....is there a chance that we'll be watching the next Bills Starting QB on Sunday....Nick Foles? There is no way he is going back to the bench next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxy312 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 My breaking point has not been the Patriots. It's been terrible and inconsistent officiating. Maybe it isn't factual, but it certainly does seem like Tom Lady and the chicks out East get all the calls when it really matters. I also can't stand the incessant whining. I am sick of watching the cry Brady's smug face after every single play where the officials didn't make a call in his favor. Definitely skipping it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LabattBlue Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 23 minutes ago, Luxy312 said: I am sick of watching the cry Brady's smug face after every single play where the officials didn't make a call in his favor. Definitely skipping it. How is this any different from just about every WR in the NFL making the "throw the flag" gesture whenever they don't catch a pass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadstroke Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 My only desire to see this game is to watch/hope that Brady and the bunch lose the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luxy312 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 14 minutes ago, Deadstroke said: My only desire to see this game is to watch/hope that Brady and the bunch lose the game. If Brady gets hurt, that would be a bonus. I would go back and look for that on youtube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhitewalkerInPhilly Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Dude, I'm living in Philly. I am pumped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 ...who the hell knows...I thought this one would be a "game".....YAWN....... XXIV, Jan. 28, 1990: 49ers 55, Broncos 10 - In the Superdome, Montana picked up his third SB MVP by throwing for five TDs - three to Rice - as the 49ers humbled Denver and John Elway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njbuff Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 No shot I am watching this game whatsoever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Watching NE lose might be fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DriveFor1Outta5 Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 4 minutes ago, HOUSE said: Watching NE lose might be fun Yep, there’s always the chance of the Pats losing. That possibility is far more exciting than a game like the Chargers and 49ers in 94. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hapless Bills Fan Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 8 minutes ago, HOUSE said: Watching NE lose might be fun Initially. Then the questionable calls start rolling against the Eagles, and the wheels fall off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloBillyG Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 The least excited I've ever been for a Super Bowl? Bills/Cowboys...part 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSE Posted January 31, 2018 Share Posted January 31, 2018 Lots of philly fans down here too....good for them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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