Monday, February 4, 2013

Super Bowl XLVII

If you had told me in September that I'd be celebrating a Baltimore Ravens win in Super Bowl XLVII now, I would've probably laughed at you. 

It was an almost cinderella season.  Art Modell passing away.  Torrey Smith losing his brother.  Injuries.  Ray Lewis' retirement announcement.  You can't make this stuff up.

I was really excited when Jacoby Jones ran back the TD to start the 2nd half.  Baltimore was up 28-6 and seemed to have the game in control.  Then the power outage hit.  Whatever happened during that 35 minute delay completely turned the game around.

By the 4th quarter I was on the edge of my seat.  I joked to my wife that I might have a heart attack before the game is over. 

And yes, I do believe there was defensive holding on that 4th and goal play.  But I also saw some offensive pass interference.  So it should've been offsetting penalties, and replay the down.

All in all, I am very happy with the Ravens.  They overcame a lot of challenges and beat three teams that were top notch this year.  It was really nice to be able to send Ray Lewis into retirement on top.

What a season.  It was exciting, fun, and memorable for sure!  I've now seen the Ravens win 2 Super Bowls.  The Orioles have one a World Series in my lifetime.  If only the Caps could win a Stanley Cup, my circle would be complete.

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