Everyone seems to be talking about the 9-0 New England Patriots and whether or not they can finish the season 16-0. Yes, it is for good reason and I know to give credit where it is due. No NFL team has went 16-0 in the regular season since the NFL expanded to 16 games in 1978. The Patriots could very well make history this season but their pursuit of the record books comes in a distant second to me. I am more interested in the 0-9 Miami Dolphins and whether or not they can become the first 0-16 team in league history. Now that would be a feat. Seriously, if I was a professional athlete and I had gotten this far I would gladly give up my pride for one season just to be a part of history. Would the shame of going 0-16 really be any worse than the shame of going 1-15 or 2-14?
Striving for futility could backfire though. I know this is not a good analogy but the story about how Robert Ford shot his once friend and idol Jesse James in the back thinking that he would become a celebrated hero comes to mind here. Instead of being labeled as a hero Ford faced backlash, ridicule and was deemed a coward for his actions. Perception can be quite tricky. You finish 0-16 and are part of the worst team in league history but deep down should it really bother you? You are still a winner in life and you are still an athlete making millions of dollars to play a game. Unlike Robert Ford, I don't think going 0-16 would make anyone question your character or courage. It is only a game. Therefore, I encourage the 2007-2008 Miami Dolphins NFL franchise to make history this season. I'll be rooting for you (wait...I mean against you).
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the miami dolphins are going to beat the jets next week, primarily because ricky williams is too good to take them to five straight losses.
This is true. If Ricky Williams messes up the Dolphins historic season then I will never forgive him.
admit it, if ricky williams can get high and run between the tackles, he deserves your utmost respect, even though it may be hard to forgive.
You are right. The man does deserve my respect. Most people can barely function at all when under the effect of psychoactive drugs much less run for 4 yards per carry.
Plus, the guy used to conduct interviews while wearing his helmet. That is pretty cool in my book.
The Dolphins were inspired to win today by Ricky Williams in street clothes.
That, and the Mitchell Report.
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