The NFL Thread 2017: Philadelphia Eagles Win Super Bowl LII

[KBG29]

Chris Hu said:

KBG29 said:
Well seeing the last play of that Vikings-Saints game, I am pretty much convinced Football is scripted. That was one of the most obvious dives I have ever see in any sport. It looked weird at first, but the replay from behind is undeniable. Marcus Willaims watched Stefon Diggs catch the ball, and dove out of the way to take out his own team mate and ensure the Vikings victory.

Still entertaining though. I just can't wait to see what Roger Goodell and Vince McMahon come up with for the Super Bowl. Also looking forward to hearing all the stories from people at work that put money on these things.

You are watching too much WWE you can't script professional or college sports.  If professional sports would be scripted then Michael Jordan would have won ten titles in a row.  Also the only reason the game was close at the end is because the Vikings missed a easy field goal in the first half.  Plus if professional sports where scripted there would be a lot less injuries.  

You may not script an entire game, just like entire matches are not scripted, only the highlights. Even in scripted and practiced events, when you are pushing bodies to the limts, injuries are bound to happen. It is not hard to pull the team to the sideline before the last play and say we are taking a dive. 

Regaurdless, I don't really care. To me it is entertaining either way. I don't bet on the games, and I don't support any specific team or player, so if they are rigged, it just adds to the excitement. At the end of the day, this is the 1st NFL event I have commented on in ages, and I am still watching ESPN to see takes, so whatever they are doing, it is keeping me tuned in.