The last time I remember the New Orleans Saints making the playoffs was in 2006. I was so excited because I thought Reggie Bush could make it to the Superbowl as a rookie. They played in the NFC Championship game, facing the Chicago Bears. I was so pissed off when, the Saints lost to a score of 39-14. The bears was respected by me when they beat my favorite team because Lovie Smith , Bears head coach, was recognized as the first black head coach to lead his team to the Super Bowl in its 41 years. Every time a big play on defense such as a force fumble happened, I slammed my fist into a pillow I had next to me. When I saw Reggie Bush's electrifying 88 yard touchdown-catch and run to the end zone right before the half, I was so hyped up. He brought the Saints within a 2 point deficit.
At the half time show, Marshall Faulk said that the Bears had forced only 2 turnovers, but to me, it seemed like they had 6. One of the turnovers was caused on the, Drew Brees, who is also my favorite quarterback. One thing I learned throughout the game as a football player is that players has to sell a play to the referee if he feels that they made a wrong call. This learned lesson came about when Drew Brees was called for an intentional-grounding at the 2 yard line in their territory. This resulted in a safety. After this point, the Saints lost their momentum and gained yards but couldn't put the ball in the end zone.
Drew Brees made 27 out of 49 passes, with 354 passing yards and 2 touchdowns. Reggie Bush had 4 carries for 19 yards. However, he caught seven passes for132 yards and 1 TD. Deuce McCalister had 6 carries for 18 yards. Marcus Colston caught 5 passes for 63 yards. Overall, the Saints passing game would've helped them win the game. But I think in the upcoming season of 2009-10, the Saints will make an impact on the NFL universe and make the playoffs and hopefully going to an other NFC championship game.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
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