A Weekend of Big Upsets and Close Games

This weekend of football brought us many upsets and close calls, in a whirlwind cluster of games that left the undefeated Colts and Saints on top (still)!

Big Upset: Florida 13, Alabama 32

Okay, obviously when the top two college teams go at it, it’s going to be a battle, but no one expected the #2 team (AL) to slaughter the defending champs and current NCAA leaders (FL) that violently. It was an unforgettable game that left FL quarterback, Tim Tebow, in tears, and instigated Heisman rumors about AL running back, Mark Ingram.

Close Game: Texas 13, Nebraska 12

In the 2nd crucial conference championship, Texas booked their reservations to join Alabama at the BCS National Title game. It didn’t come easy for them though, and their one-point win was secured during the game’s final seconds, when Hunter Lawrence kicked a 46 yard field goal.

Big Upset and Close Game: Dolphins 22, Patriots 21

The poor Patriots can’t get a break, and they’ve experienced consecutive losses for the first time since November of 2006. In a game they weren’t forecasted to lose, Tom Brady was intercepted with just seconds left, and we saw that familiar pout invade his face once again.

Big Upset: Raiders 27, Steelers 24

The defending champs, the Steelers, couldn’t stop the Raiders at the game’s finale, and they said good-bye to what was supposed to be an easy win, as Raiders quarterback, Bruce Gradkowski, threw 2 touchdowns in the 4th.

Close Game: Saints 33, Redskins 30

Oh man! In a game the Redskins almost won, they missed a 23 yard late-game field goal, setting the way for the Saints to come back and win (as they always do). New Orleans has some saints watching over them this season, and they refuse to lose!

Big Upset: Cardinals 30, Vikings 17

It was Brett Favre versus Kurt Warner (daddy vs daddy)! Arizona found a way to control the Favre, and handed the Vikings their second loss of the season!

Big Upset: Giants 31, Cowboys 24

Yes, the Giants beat the Cowboys at the beginning of the season, but since then, the Giants track record has plummeted (starting with their loss to the Saints) and the Cowboys have been on top of their game. Everyone thought the Cowboys would win this one…but everyone was wrong!

Big Upset and Close Game: Seahawks 20, 49ers 17

What can I say…it was a good game that Seattle won by a mere field goal at the end. This was a better matched game then I thought it would be.

Eagles 34, Falcons 7

This doesn’t really fit into either category, but it must be mentioned that Michael Vick returned to Atlanta for the first time since his departure from the Falcons, and with his homecoming came 2 touchdowns.