All of you guys are right... I hate to admit it, but (1 Viewer)

[Adebisi]

I'm a little sick of hearing the fans of every team the Steelers are about to encounter play the "We don't get any respect" card. It's way overblown. Sure, there are a few idiotic homers for every sports franchise, but for the most part true Steeler fans have been through too many tough games in the playoffs, and through too many frustrating losses not to appreciate every opponent in front of us.We respected the Chargers.We respected the Ravens.We respect the Cardinals. You can try all you want the next two weeks to play the victim. You can tell us how you're going to shock the world, and how we're all going to be stunned. None of it is true. We are expecting the Cardinals to be a very difficult opponent. I believe the Steelers should win, because I think they are a better team. But this is quiet confidence on my part, not arrogance. I could easily see the Cardinals winning this game, and nothing that happens will be a surprise.

I hate to break it to you, but this really isn't all about you - it's about NFL fans and the media as a whole. And the truth is, everyone expects Pittsburgh to win this game.

 

[Devine Intervention]

Nothing wrong with just thowing out the i told you so to all the haters. Your just responding to all the doubters who said the Cards wouldnt make it. So its not you thats wrong here, its all the people who want to makes excuses of why the cards arent as good as they are. You have a hall of fame QB who plays big in big games and has as good of a shot as any to take on the steelers. And worse case, theres nothing wrong with just making it to the big game win or lose ( coming from Bills fan ), its still an extra week of football that you get to spend cheering your team on that all of us dont. GO CARDS!

Okay, let's break this down...1.) No one hates the Cardinals. People might doubt them, but that doesn't mean they hate them.

2.) The Cardinals really have to be considered one of the worst teams to ever make the Super Bowl. Sorry, but it's true, and it will be even if they win.

3.) Kurt Warner might be a HOF QB, but let's stop talking like it's a foregone conclusion, because it's not.

For the record, I am behind the Cards, and I hope they win. But let's keep things in perspective, no?

you think there is a chance he doesn't get in? get real. And saying that they are the worst team to go to the super bowl is like saying they are the dumbest person to win a nobel prize. They made it there, they are good enough. And when I say haters it doesnt mean you actually hate them, its more of a slang on people who doubt on them, not like they actually wish bad things on the organization or anything, its slang.

You don't think there is "a chance" he doesn't get in? Sure, I'll be the one to "get real." Warner has had one hell of a career, but he is by no means a lock for the HOF.Take it however you want, but they are still one of the worst Super Bowl teams ever. And of course they are good enough - god knows I wish it were my team playing for the NFL championship.

I guess you mean "people who are jealous," then, not "haters," because to those of us who are educated, "haters" would mean people hate the Cardinals, which they don't. In fact, once again, I wish them all the best.

I guess you just dont know slang lol. its ok it happens. the phrase " hater " doesnt actually mean to hate. I can see where you would think that, but now a days things dont always mean what you would think. For example, if i guy is wearing a pink shirt and you poke fun, and he says " dont hate ", it doesnt actually mean he thinks you hate pink shirts, its just slang. and by the way " lol " means laugh out loud.

 

[timschochet]

1.) No one hates the Cardinals. People might doubt them, but that doesn't mean they hate them.

This is really true, and it's because, no disrespect intended, the Cardinals just haven't been relevant enough to make anyone hate them. Although they are one of the oldest franchises in the NFL, they just haven't done enough to inspire passion. The passion of the people are rooting for them is based, outside of the state, on the excitement of something new and fresh, and the attraction of the underdog. But as far as history, and the true passion of fans who have loved or hated a team...it's not there.It's as if the Boston Celtics scratched, clawed and fought past the Cavaliers, Pistons, etc. to make it to the NBA Finals to face...the Los Angeles Clippers (Assuming the Clippers suddenly got really good and went on a great run.)

 

[Adebisi]

Nothing wrong with just thowing out the i told you so to all the haters. Your just responding to all the doubters who said the Cards wouldnt make it. So its not you thats wrong here, its all the people who want to makes excuses of why the cards arent as good as they are. You have a hall of fame QB who plays big in big games and has as good of a shot as any to take on the steelers. And worse case, theres nothing wrong with just making it to the big game win or lose ( coming from Bills fan ), its still an extra week of football that you get to spend cheering your team on that all of us dont. GO CARDS!

Okay, let's break this down...1.) No one hates the Cardinals. People might doubt them, but that doesn't mean they hate them.

2.) The Cardinals really have to be considered one of the worst teams to ever make the Super Bowl. Sorry, but it's true, and it will be even if they win.

3.) Kurt Warner might be a HOF QB, but let's stop talking like it's a foregone conclusion, because it's not.

For the record, I am behind the Cards, and I hope they win. But let's keep things in perspective, no?

you think there is a chance he doesn't get in? get real. And saying that they are the worst team to go to the super bowl is like saying they are the dumbest person to win a nobel prize. They made it there, they are good enough. And when I say haters it doesnt mean you actually hate them, its more of a slang on people who doubt on them, not like they actually wish bad things on the organization or anything, its slang.

You don't think there is "a chance" he doesn't get in? Sure, I'll be the one to "get real." Warner has had one hell of a career, but he is by no means a lock for the HOF.Take it however you want, but they are still one of the worst Super Bowl teams ever. And of course they are good enough - god knows I wish it were my team playing for the NFL championship.

I guess you mean "people who are jealous," then, not "haters," because to those of us who are educated, "haters" would mean people hate the Cardinals, which they don't. In fact, once again, I wish them all the best.

I guess you just dont know slang lol. its ok it happens. the phrase " hater " doesnt actually mean to hate. I can see where you would think that, but now a days things dont always mean what you would think. For example, if i guy is wearing a pink shirt and you poke fun, and he says " dont hate ", it doesnt actually mean he thinks you hate pink shirts, its just slang. and by the way " lol " means laugh out loud.

And I guess you didn't grow up in the period of hip-hop time when "hater" actually meant hate.

 

[Adebisi]

1.) No one hates the Cardinals. People might doubt them, but that doesn't mean they hate them.

This is really true, and it's because, no disrespect intended, the Cardinals just haven't been relevant enough to make anyone hate them. Although they are one of the oldest franchises in the NFL, they just haven't done enough to inspire passion. The passion of the people are rooting for them is based, outside of the state, on the excitement of something new and fresh, and the attraction of the underdog. But as far as history, and the true passion of fans who have loved or hated a team...it's not there.It's as if the Boston Celtics scratched, clawed and fought past the Cavaliers, Pistons, etc. to make it to the NBA Finals to face...the Los Angeles Clippers (Assuming the Clippers suddenly got really good and went on a great run.)

Honestly, I'm a bit torn this year - it's the underdog whose fans have never been there versus one of the fan bases I respect as much as any in sports.I'm a Patriots fan, so I don't really care for the Steelers. That being said, I respect the team, the franchise, and the fan base more than any other in sports, and I really have no problem seeing this team win, because I know their fans are loyal and appreciative. On the other hand, it's always nice to see the team no one believed in (myself included) win.So at least it's better than a Giants - Ravens Super Bowl...

 

[Devine Intervention]

Nothing wrong with just thowing out the i told you so to all the haters. Your just responding to all the doubters who said the Cards wouldnt make it. So its not you thats wrong here, its all the people who want to makes excuses of why the cards arent as good as they are. You have a hall of fame QB who plays big in big games and has as good of a shot as any to take on the steelers. And worse case, theres nothing wrong with just making it to the big game win or lose ( coming from Bills fan ), its still an extra week of football that you get to spend cheering your team on that all of us dont. GO CARDS!

Okay, let's break this down...1.) No one hates the Cardinals. People might doubt them, but that doesn't mean they hate them.

2.) The Cardinals really have to be considered one of the worst teams to ever make the Super Bowl. Sorry, but it's true, and it will be even if they win.

3.) Kurt Warner might be a HOF QB, but let's stop talking like it's a foregone conclusion, because it's not.

For the record, I am behind the Cards, and I hope they win. But let's keep things in perspective, no?

you think there is a chance he doesn't get in? get real. And saying that they are the worst team to go to the super bowl is like saying they are the dumbest person to win a nobel prize. They made it there, they are good enough. And when I say haters it doesnt mean you actually hate them, its more of a slang on people who doubt on them, not like they actually wish bad things on the organization or anything, its slang.

You don't think there is "a chance" he doesn't get in? Sure, I'll be the one to "get real." Warner has had one hell of a career, but he is by no means a lock for the HOF.Take it however you want, but they are still one of the worst Super Bowl teams ever. And of course they are good enough - god knows I wish it were my team playing for the NFL championship.

I guess you mean "people who are jealous," then, not "haters," because to those of us who are educated, "haters" would mean people hate the Cardinals, which they don't. In fact, once again, I wish them all the best.

I guess you just dont know slang lol. its ok it happens. the phrase " hater " doesnt actually mean to hate. I can see where you would think that, but now a days things dont always mean what you would think. For example, if i guy is wearing a pink shirt and you poke fun, and he says " dont hate ", it doesnt actually mean he thinks you hate pink shirts, its just slang. and by the way " lol " means laugh out loud.

And I guess you didn't grow up in the period of hip-hop time when "hater" actually meant hate.

nope. but thats why my previous post even stated it was slang.

 

[timschochet]

I'm a little sick of hearing the fans of every team the Steelers are about to encounter play the "We don't get any respect" card. It's way overblown. Sure, there are a few idiotic homers for every sports franchise, but for the most part true Steeler fans have been through too many tough games in the playoffs, and through too many frustrating losses not to appreciate every opponent in front of us.We respected the Chargers.We respected the Ravens.We respect the Cardinals. You can try all you want the next two weeks to play the victim. You can tell us how you're going to shock the world, and how we're all going to be stunned. None of it is true. We are expecting the Cardinals to be a very difficult opponent. I believe the Steelers should win, because I think they are a better team. But this is quiet confidence on my part, not arrogance. I could easily see the Cardinals winning this game, and nothing that happens will be a surprise.

I hate to break it to you, but this really isn't all about you - it's about NFL fans and the media as a whole. And the truth is, everyone expects Pittsburgh to win this game.

So what? Doesn't mean they disrespect the Cardinals. If everyone picks a Steeler blowout (the way most picked a Patriot blowout last year) that's different. If that happens, I'll be right with you saying the Cards are being disrespected. But I doubt that will be the case. I think most experts will pick a close game, edge to Pittsburgh. As they should.

 

[S.K.A.]

This whole 'hater' cat fight is lame.

 

[infantsam]

I'll give 4/03 guys a break - long time comin....

I don't think we have seen the likes of Fitz btw...

It took 2 Steelers coaches to get you there though

have fun in Tampa - and don't forget to bump this whatever happens in the game.

 

[timschochet]

it's the underdog whose fans have never been there

That's the other thing too. A lot of people are going to be using the term "long-suffering fans" to describe Arizona Cardinal fans. Well, I have some good friends in Arizona, and I guarantee you, while there are a few who fall into the category, there's also an awful lot who are bandwagon jumpers who certainly don't. Suddenly the Cardinals are a good team, and they all show up. But when they were losing, they did NOT have the fan base of the Philadelphia Eagles, for example. Now those are long-suffering fans. Nobody cared about this team.

 

[Butters]

And the truth is, everyone expects Pittsburgh to win this game.

ESPN poll this morning shows 52% think the Steelers will win and 48% Cards with 108,000 votes cast. Looks like people respect the Cards a lot more than some may think.

 

[meanjoegreen]

Don't be that guy.Just, in spite of the obvious, act like you have been here before.

Don't be that guy? Like, don't be the Cardinal fan that is actually standing up for his team? Is that what you mean? I'm not walkin around sayin we're the best team ever. Or we're gonna blow the Steelers out. If some sarcasm pushes you over the edge to make you think that, then I apologize because quite frankly, I dont want to be that guy but the truth is, my post was such a minor degree of 'being that guy' considering the number of posts by some Homers that post here for their relative team.

You started a thread recently about how the Cardinals get no respect. The Cardinals played awful in the month of December going into the playoffs, and played in a weak division. Do you not understand how some people thought they would be one and done in their first playoff game? Is it really that hard to understand? After they beat Atlanta people could see that they played much better than they showed the last month of the season. Carolina was a hot team going into the playoffs so more people thought they would beat the Cardinals, and they were playing at home. Do you not understand why Carolina was favored over the Cardinals in that game? In the game against Philadelphia A LOT of people felt the Cardinals would win. Please stop the we get no respect babble.

 

[Darth Cheney]

I didn't think there would be a situation where I wouldn't root for an underdog....particularly against a team as storied and successful like the Steelers. I think this post might have changed that. There is such as thing as winning gracefully.

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

FFCardsFan, please pay no mind to the party poopers in this thread. This is YOUR time. Enjoy the hell out of it.

When some chronic losing franchise comes out of the woodwork and wins it all (see, for example, 2001 Patriots), you will find plenty of people to tell you you are not handling it the right way and need to demonstrate more class, etc. etc.

F them. If they don't like what you have to say, they can ease on down the road.

I've predicted previously that the Steelers will win the superbowl, but I'll be pulling for the old man, as it will surely get him in the HOF.

 

[-OZ-]

I didn't think there would be a situation where I wouldn't root for an underdog....particularly against a team as storied and successful like the Steelers. I think this post might have changed that. There is such as thing as winning gracefully.

If one guy's post changes your philosophy on which team to cheer for, wow. As a guy who grew up a Lions fan, I know I'd be thrilled out of my mind if they made it to the big dance, especially if they weren't "respected" all year or against their playoff opponents. The OP is just having some fun and blowing off some steam, true Cardinal fans deserve it.

 

[gonzobill5]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

You've got the right idea, enjoy it while it lasts. And I don't blame you for rubbing our noses in it a little. I never gave the cards a chance against (my) birds (though I thought they'd beat atlanta and would at least hang with carolina). But now I'll be rooting for them against mean ole' pittsburgh. Go (red) birds!

 

[Tyrion]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

You've got the right idea, enjoy it while it lasts. And I don't blame you for rubbing our noses in it a little. I never gave the cards a chance against (my) birds (though I thought they'd beat atlanta and would at least hang with carolina). But now I'll be rooting for them against mean ole' pittsburgh. Go (red) birds!

Haha you thought they would beat the 11-5 team and hang with the 12-4 team but that they didn't have a chance against your 9-7-1 Eagles. Now that sir is fandom at it's best. I take my hat off to you sir.

 

[Godsbrother]

thus the obnoxious Cardinals fan was born

Awww let him crow a little. What have Cardinals fans had to cheer about in the past 60+ years?

 

[valhallan]

I saw plenty of pundits pick the Cards over the Eagles and you have arguably the best two receivers and best quarterback in the league. The respect is there.

 

[Sulla]

I can't think of two more deserving teams to make it to the Superbowl (other than my Fins ). Congrats to the Cardinals, the Steelers, and their fans.

I'll have a hard time deciding for which one to root, but I'm leaning towards the Cards.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

I'm happy for Cards fans. I really am. I live in Tampa. I know what it's like to be a perennial joke, from your uniforms to the coach to the cheap owner who spent more on his mistress' apartment than the starting quarterback. I get double-digit seasons of double-digit losses. I also get all of it being wiped away (or at least being an almost-fond memory) with one magical run that nobody can ever take away.But here's the thing: You have to win the last game. You can tell yourself that, win or lose, it's been awesome and you'll always remember this fantastic season with no regrets. But that's because your season hasn't ended with a loss yet. If you lose the big game it will take away a lot of the great feeling you have now. Talk about this season will always end with a "yeah, but..." If the Cardinals lose the city will still hold some appreciative event for them (as they should) and people will cheer and try to feel good about what they accomplished. But when you go home and have to look at that DVR that holds the very last game...you won't want to watch. And somehow, the conference title game won't look as good either, because you know how the story ends.I'll be rooting for them right here in my city. But for your sake, I hope Pittsburgh doesn't trash what the team has accomplished. If you don't win, you're the "Dirty Bird" Falcons-- a great story that ended empty-handed. Who talks about them?

 

[Day Drinker]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

I'm happy for Cards fans. I really am. I live in Tampa. I know what it's like to be a perennial joke, from your uniforms to the coach to the cheap owner who spent more on his mistress' apartment than the starting quarterback. I get double-digit seasons of double-digit losses. I also get all of it being wiped away (or at least being an almost-fond memory) with one magical run that nobody can ever take away.But here's the thing: You have to win the last game. You can tell yourself that, win or lose, it's been awesome and you'll always remember this fantastic season with no regrets. But that's because your season hasn't ended with a loss yet. If you lose the big game it will take away a lot of the great feeling you have now. Talk about this season will always end with a "yeah, but..." If the Cardinals lose the city will still hold some appreciative event for them (as they should) and people will cheer and try to feel good about what they accomplished. But when you go home and have to look at that DVR that holds the very last game...you won't want to watch. And somehow, the conference title game won't look as good either, because you know how the story ends.I'll be rooting for them right here in my city. But for your sake, I hope Pittsburgh doesn't trash what the team has accomplished. If you don't win, you're the "Dirty Bird" Falcons-- a great story that ended empty-handed. Who talks about them?

...but could you have at least waited until Tuesday to point out this VERY logical point. I was still on cloud 9, and now I am all nervous again. Thanks.

 

[Delusions Of Adequacy]

First off, I would like to say that there is no way that Kurt Warner makes it through a whole 16 game season healthy. He is too old and fragile. Yup, you guys are right, try a 20 game season.Secondly, we do not deserve to be in the playoffs. We got lucky vs Atlanta because they are a good team but are very young and we only got the win because the rookie QB wasn't changing up his snap counts so we were in the backfield all day long. Turner and Norwood must have had bad cleats or something because they were trippin everywhere. I dont think the Cardinals defense knocked them down at all. Not a good performance at all, we were lucky to pull this one out.In Carolina, I'm pretty sure we were down 28-0 before the game even started. Why did we even bother showing up? I mean, its simply impossible for a team that has struggled on the east coast to win vs a team that is undefeated at home. Delhomme played so bad, so terrible, he definitely lost the game for the Cats. The Cardinals didn't play good enough to win. The defense didn't show up and force Jake into those turnovers. I'm not sure how we pulled this one out. Definitiely lucky to beat a solid Panthers squad by 20, but the road definitely ends here for a fluke team like this.Jim Johnsons defensive schemes are way too much for this offense to handle. McNabb cannot be stopped. That Cardinals fluke of an offense will be lucky to score a touchdown, maybe 2 if we were lucky. Edge is too old and/or slow to gain any important or useful yardage. It was a good run for us but I mean that Philly defense is just way to much to handle. We dont stand a chance. Eagles win this one 31-13... Atleast.Anyways, back to reality. I know this was a heck of a sarcastic post, and I know I am going to get a crap ton of replies that don't approve of this. But in all honesty, I am pretty excited to hear another entourage of reasons why the Cardinals got lucky and why they will get killed by the Steelers. Im guessing the most replied statement will be "The Cardinals havent played a team like the Steelers yet". But I've heard that for the past month so that really doesnt mean #### to me.I'll stop this rant now. I'm jumpin on the first flight from Phoenix to Tampa on that Friday before the 'ship and I'll see you fellas at the game.God this is such a good feeling!!! LETS GO CARDINALS. Shock the World baby!

Had you posted this, say, 3 weeks ago, it might have some legitimacy.

 

[stugnut]

I'm a huge Steelers fan, and I don't blame you one bit. I'd be pretty damn giddy too.

Yeah your right. Stop being such a big fan. Stop letting out some steam after having 15 years of season tickets and sitting through soo many crappy teams. I guess its tough for the people that havent been in that position to understand. I'm really not tryin to be that guy, I'm a rare hardcore Cardinal fan and I'm just showin some love. Obviously its not respecatable.

 

[5-ish Finkle]

If I had to pick one NFC team to lose the SB to, it would be Arizona. They're definitely for real.

I would agree with you totally on this if not for one fact.....the Bidwell family do not deserve a championship. Ever.The Cardinal fans do deserve one, I suppose, for having to put up with the Bidwells. I enjoy watching Larry Fitzgerald play(have since his Pitt days) a great deal, and would be happy for him if he got one too. Quite the conundrum.Upon further reflection, I'd rather see Pittsburgh send Cardinal fans/Fitz home disappointed than send me home disappointed. Blame the Bidwells.

 

[FFCardsFan]

Well first off, I would like to apologize for changing anyones views on the games. Quite frankly, I didnt think people were that sensitive to a little sarcasm. But I do apologize if I came off a little strong... I had just gotten home from the game and a little partying and the adrenaline was goin.

But anyways, back to football talk. I agree 100% that if we don't win this game it will be a major let down. One of my buddies asked me the other day, before the Eagles game, asking if I would be satisfied if we had lost to on Sunday. At first I thought to myself 'I never expected this, we shocked a few teams and this is a good step for the future', then I thought about it some more and to make it this far and then to fall on our face would be pretty demoralizing. While we could have lost any of the past 2-3 games and the season would be considered a step in the correct direction, it still would be a dissapointment to lose.

I like the fact that we don't get respect, like I said before, it makes the winning that much greater. But I don't want to get into that anymore. I guess the reason for the original post was to celebrate the fact of actually having some success and doing in the face of being expected to lose every game in the past 3 weeks.

But let's move on. Some people will be angered by these posts and some will understand. Thats how it always is and I understand that. But lets talk the Superbowl.

Will Warner be able to find a groove vs the Steelers D?

Can the AZ defense continue to get the big turnovers that give their offense the good field position?

The Cardinals have a very bend but dont break defense and a problem of giving up the occasional big play. If the Cards can hold Big Ben to field goals like they did vs Philly then I don't see why they coudn't put up enough points to pull out the dubbya. DRC will be on Holmes. And the LB's will have to do a helluva job trying to shut down Fast Willie. Can Hood keep Ward under control? Warner will have to find Polamalu on every play. And of course, can Pitt shutdown Fitz? And if they do find a way, will Boldin step up?

 

[gonzobill5]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

You've got the right idea, enjoy it while it lasts. And I don't blame you for rubbing our noses in it a little. I never gave the cards a chance against (my) birds (though I thought they'd beat atlanta and would at least hang with carolina). But now I'll be rooting for them against mean ole' pittsburgh. Go (red) birds!

Haha you thought they would beat the 11-5 team and hang with the 12-4 team but that they didn't have a chance against your 9-7-1 Eagles. Now that sir is fandom at it's best. I take my hat off to you sir.

Yes, yes, and yes. Unless you come from the Bill Parcells line of thinking, there is a lot more to a team than its record. I thought they'd beat the falcons on the grounds that they had the better QB, the better defense, and they were at home. Thought they'd hang with the panthers b/c the panthers secondary was terrible down the stretch. And yes, I thought the Eagles couldn't have asked for a better matchup (lots of non-philadelphians agreed).

 

[skbatmen]

Well, he went down to dinner in his Sunday bestExcitable boy, they all saidAnd he rubbed the pot roast all over his chestExcitable boy, they all saidWell, he's just an excitable boyHe took in the four a.m. show at the ClarkExcitable boy, they all saidAnd he bit the usherette's leg in the darkExcitable boy, they all saidWell, he's just an excitable boyHe took little Susie to the Junior PromExcitable boy, they all saidand he raped her and killed her, then he took her homeExcitable boy, they all saidWell, he's just an excitable boyAfter ten long years they let him out of the HomeExcitable boy, they all saidAnd he dug up her grave and built a cage with her bonesExcitable boy, they all saidWell, he's just an excitable boy

Excellent description. Nice selection from WZ.

 

[Jous]

My question is: If the Steelers win in two weeks, will they have won a SB this century?

Wait...what? I might be missing something that you meant here, but that would give them 2 championships...

 

[AnonymousBob]

If I had to pick one NFC team to lose the SB to, it would be Arizona. They're definitely for real.

I would agree with you totally on this if not for one fact.....the Bidwell family do not deserve a championship. Ever.The Cardinal fans do deserve one, I suppose, for having to put up with the Bidwells. I enjoy watching Larry Fitzgerald play(have since his Pitt days) a great deal, and would be happy for him if he got one too. Quite the conundrum.Upon further reflection, I'd rather see Pittsburgh send Cardinal fans/Fitz home disappointed than send me home disappointed. Blame the Bidwells.

I hate the Bidwells. The fans and players deserve a championship. But not the Bidwells.Go Steelers!

 

[The Jerk]

Unless you come from the Bill Parcells line of thinking, there is a lot more to a team than its record.

Although I don't believe Whiz lost any games on purpose, by the time November rolled around, it was obvious that the Cardinals would win their division. After losing to the Giants in Week 12, the only question likely was would the Cardinals be the #3 or #4 seed. It's possible Whiz and staff focused more on getting the team ready for the playoffs -- knowing there would be no bye -- rather than playing all out to win down the stretch. That doesn't excuse the 48-20, 35-14 and 47-7 annihilations, but it does put a slightly different spin on them.Regardless of all that, though the margin of these defeats were huge, the Cardinals did not lose to a single team that was sub-.500:Washington 8-8Jets 9-7Carolina 12-4Giants 12-4Philadelphia 9-6-1Minnesota 10-6New England 11-5The losses to the Redskins and Jets were in September when each team was playing fairly well (especially in Washington's case), and if NE owns the tie-breaker instead of Miami, the other five teams would all have been playoff teams, with 4 of the 5 division winners.

 

[T Love]

Just pray you don't get the same refs as the last time the Stealers were in the Superbowl...

 

[The Jerk]

Just pray you don't get the same refs as the last time the Stealers were in the Superbowl...

It's noteworthy that Seahawk fans have carved out a niche in the sports world. When someone says, "Stop it! You're sounding like a Seahawk fan" you know exactly what they are referencing. Congratulations on that achievement!

 

[Day Drinker]

If I had to pick one NFC team to lose the SB to, it would be Arizona. They're definitely for real.

I would agree with you totally on this if not for one fact.....the Bidwell family do not deserve a championship. Ever.The Cardinal fans do deserve one, I suppose, for having to put up with the Bidwells. I enjoy watching Larry Fitzgerald play(have since his Pitt days) a great deal, and would be happy for him if he got one too. Quite the conundrum.Upon further reflection, I'd rather see Pittsburgh send Cardinal fans/Fitz home disappointed than send me home disappointed. Blame the Bidwells.

It is spelled Bidwill, with an "i". Common mistake, and understandable since they have NEVER been in the spotlight like this.As a long time Cards fan, I too have been extremely angry with good old Bill Bidwill in the past. But since Michael took over the team, and the city gave them the stadium they were promised back in 1988, they have actually made a committment to winning. They have brought in talented coaches and players, made great draft picks, and built a young, talented winning team. To keep harping on the Bidwills for the actions crazy Bill took years ago is silly to me. All that said, this offseason is a big one for us, since many of our young studs as well as Warner and Boldin need to get locked up. I hope they take the profits from the last two home playoff games and reward our players with the money they deserve. My priority players to sign in order would be Warner, A-Dub, Dansby, Dockett, then Boldin. I am afraid Boldin will play his last game as a Cardinal in two weeks, but hopefully we can get some value out of him in a trade. Maybe to Phili for a 1st and a 2nd next year.

 

[The Jerk]

Maybe to Phili for a 1st and a 2nd next year.

Why stop there? Go for their entire draft like Ricky Williams.

 

[tbbucs4eva]

I know how you feel remembering the Bucs drive to their Super Bowl victory. No one gave us a chance period.

Enjoy the ride and rub it in the face of the naysayers.

It may not happen again for a while.

 

[brednbuddah]

Well, I'm glad there are some people that understand. Thanks fellas. For the past 4 hours I really havent known what to say to people or how to explain to people how rewarding this feeling is, ya know? It's amazing. But I'm out to party my ### off and try to put all of this in perspective. Shock the World baby. One more time.

F´em all boss... Enjoy it.

 

[Crusaderfan]

I'm an Eagles fan BUT - It's your time to gloat. Enjoy it. Have fun with it. You've earned it. Congrats

Good Luck in the Super Bowl

 

[mozzy84]

Just pray you don't get the same refs as the last time the Stealers were in the Superbowl...

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

I know how you feel remembering the Bucs drive to their Super Bowl victory. No one gave us a chance period.Enjoy the ride and rub it in the face of the naysayers.It may not happen again for a while.

First of all, that's not true. Everyone knew the Bucs had a great shot against the Raiders. Everyone gives a 14-4 team a chance. But if Tampa Bay had lost to Oakland, that magical season wouldn't have been nearly as magical. You can't just say "Well, we came so far and that's good enough for me." If you don't win a title you don't erase your pathetic history. That's what the Buccaneers did, and that's what Arizona has to do.

 

[massraider]

Just pray you don't get the same refs as the last time the Stealers were in the Superbowl...

My memory is slipping, which ref kept making Jerramy Stevens drop the ball?

 

[Copeman]

I'm a Steelers fan, and I see nothing wrong here. Be proud, be excited. Good on you.

But you're still gonna lose.

 

[The Jerk]

Just pray you don't get the same refs as the last time the Stealers were in the Superbowl...

My memory is slipping, which ref kept making Jerramy Stevens drop the ball?

I think it was the field judge who kept blowing Josh Brown's field goals wide and Todd Rouen's punts into the end zone.

 

[Cookiemonster]

Some really gracious Philly fans in this thread.

 

[QuizGuy66]

thus the obnoxious Cardinals fan was born

lol they gotta start somewhere. Even Steelers fan were much more cuddly in the early 70s I am sure.-QG

 

[Manster]

in the new season(playoffs), the Cardinals have been impressive. they have beaten the Falcons, Panthers, and Eagles.

i'm surprised the Cards are +7. i think they win the SB.

 

[Raider Nation]

We do not deserve to be in the playoffs.

We got lucky vs Atlanta because they are a good team but are very young and we only got the win because the rookie QB wasn't changing up his snap counts so we were in the backfield all day long. Turner and Norwood must have had bad cleats or something because they were trippin everywhere. I dont think the Cardinals defense knocked them down at all. Not a good performance at all, we were lucky to pull this one out.

In Carolina, I'm pretty sure we were down 28-0 before the game even started. Why did we even bother showing up? I mean, its simply impossible for a team that has struggled on the east coast to win vs a team that is undefeated at home. Delhomme played so bad, so terrible, he definitely lost the game for the Cats. The Cardinals didn't play good enough to win. The defense didn't show up and force Jake into those turnovers. I'm not sure how we pulled this one out.

Jim Johnsons defensive schemes are way too much for this offense to handle. McNabb cannot be stopped. That Cardinals fluke of an offense will be lucky to score a touchdown, maybe 2 if we were lucky. Edge is too old and/or slow to gain any important or useful yardage. It was a good run for us but I mean that Philly defense is just way to much to handle. We dont stand a chance. Eagles win this one 31-13... At least.

What jersey number do you wear? I want to root for you next Sunday.

 

[Adebisi]

I know how you feel remembering the Bucs drive to their Super Bowl victory. No one gave us a chance period.

What are you talking about? Everyone knew the Bucs had a great team that year.

 

[Stillers Jr.]

in the new season(playoffs), the Cardinals have been impressive. they have beaten the Falcons, Panthers, and Eagles. i'm surprised the Cards are +7. i think they win the SB.

Then I'd liquidate my 401k and bet it all on the Cards money line if I were you. That will be a sweet, sweet return on your investment.

 

[FFCardsFan]

We do not deserve to be in the playoffs.

We got lucky vs Atlanta because they are a good team but are very young and we only got the win because the rookie QB wasn't changing up his snap counts so we were in the backfield all day long. Turner and Norwood must have had bad cleats or something because they were trippin everywhere. I dont think the Cardinals defense knocked them down at all. Not a good performance at all, we were lucky to pull this one out.

In Carolina, I'm pretty sure we were down 28-0 before the game even started. Why did we even bother showing up? I mean, its simply impossible for a team that has struggled on the east coast to win vs a team that is undefeated at home. Delhomme played so bad, so terrible, he definitely lost the game for the Cats. The Cardinals didn't play good enough to win. The defense didn't show up and force Jake into those turnovers. I'm not sure how we pulled this one out.

Jim Johnsons defensive schemes are way too much for this offense to handle. McNabb cannot be stopped. That Cardinals fluke of an offense will be lucky to score a touchdown, maybe 2 if we were lucky. Edge is too old and/or slow to gain any important or useful yardage. It was a good run for us but I mean that Philly defense is just way to much to handle. We dont stand a chance. Eagles win this one 31-13... At least.

What jersey number do you wear? I want to root for you next Sunday.

You got that Bolding thing down man, that is pretty impressive. Anyways... while we're playing in the big one in a week, you can worry about who you guys should draft in April.