Years of Poems and Spirits

Moving swiftly in the first hours of free agency, the Washington Redskins opened their deep pockets and snagged perhaps the biggest name available: All-Pro defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth.

Thus reported morning news. My initial reaction was excitement–like any gamer would after acquiring a big gun. Then reason sets in and I know another few good years are slipping away from the team.

NONE of the recent champions, or any close contenders, made to the top by collecting big-name players only. On the other hand, the Skins have been doing so for decades but have little to show for. Danny Boy is supposed to be super smart–can’t he see this trend?

I guess Danny Boy figured out there is more than one way to make money in the league. One can do it the “old fashion way”, like the Krafts (the Patriots), or the Rooneys (the Steelers), who get their cut from winning. Or, one can do it like Danny Boy does–by keeping the fans entertained in other ways. He figured that winning or losing, in the end, is transient. People will get over it not soon enough. However, the promise of a good show will always be there.

I guess the last laugh is still on us.

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