Flex those games!

A few years ago when the NFL started Flexing their schedule to accommodate the more important and interesting games, I thought it was kind of B.S.
In the years since however, it really hasn't bothered me. It's nice that if in December - suddenly some random game appears to be of major consequence that you never would have guessed at the start of the season, that that game can get a bigger platform.

Here's what we're learning this year however with our Payton-less Colts - PERHAPS they should consider flexing earlier in the season. The first few weeks of the season, the Sunday and Monday night games have been complete BORES. I mean really 62-7!? Sure over the summer Colts vs. Saints sounds like a great game, but as we've seen, without Payton, the Colts are a Sunday1pm game. Period.

I mean would NBC and ESPN have to re-do their silly little opening songs at the start of their games? Sure - but frankly both are a bit contrived and hokey anyway (ESPN's probably in the market for a new song as it is after that Hank Williams Jr debacle). In any event, I'd be happy for a little unpredictability in favor of a watchable game.

Flex those games - SOONER please!

The Maternity Marathon

Ok - this isn't the typical Extra Point blog post as I typically focus on big sports and events. But when I read this story, it was too interesting (amazing, crazy etc) not to share. I won't repeat too much of the article but in short: The Chicago Marathon was this past weekend and one runner finished in the most unique way . . .in labor. Just days from her due date this 27 year old completed the marathon (apparently running half and walking half) having contractions. She grabbed a quick bite then headed off to the hospital to have her baby. Now - I've never run a marathon. The most outrageous run I've ever done was a 5k. I AM however just days away from my own due date and right now walking briskly to the ladies room is about as athletic an endeavor as I can imagine. I mostly sit here in total admiration of this woman. To have the courage to run anywhere, for any reason, at 9 months pregnant makes me want to bow down to her! I suppose there are some out there that might question whether this is wise of her but hey, I'm no doctor. If her doctors say ok then I trust them (and duh - her too - she knows her body best!) In any event - Read and enjoy the full story. Way to go Amber!!