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Fox adds Music to NFL broadcasts

Fox Network is known to have a history with testing the boundaries.  Apparently, their NFL broadcasts are their latest test subject.  Last week, during the Seahawks-49ers broadcast, Fox experimented by playing music in between plays and during replays.  Check out the video below and listen for yourself:

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They will be trying it again during the Cardinals – Panthers game this Sunday, and they haven’t ruled out using music during this year’s Super Bowl.

What are your thoughts on this – Like or dislike?  If you watched the Seahawks-Niners game from last week, what’d you think of it during the actual game?

Being an NFL purist, I’m not a big fan of this “innovation,” but I will reserve judgment until I actually watch a game with music myself.

Deals of the Day – Franklin NFL and NCAA Kids Jersey and Helmet Set – Guaranteed Halloween Delivery Date

You may have procrastinated a bit but it’s not too late – NFL Youth Football Jersey and Helmet Sets by Franklin are now guaranteed to be delivered by Halloween if you order before 5:00 am Monday morning!  Not only that, but they’re on sale for $24.99, down from $34.99 (That’s 29% off for you non-math majors)!

Halloween Gifts: Part 2 – NFL/NCAA Youth Helmet and Uniform Set by Franklin

In part two of our out-of-control Halloween gift posts bonanza, we dive deep into the core fabric of what makes Halloween great: costumes.  What would Halloween be without the costumes?  Without the costumes, it would just be a day when a bunch of kids go door-to-door asking for candy.  Pretty much, Halloween would be about underage door-to-door candy beggars.

Instead, Halloween is awesome.  On Halloween, you (note: Halloween may be centered on kids, but you get to have some fun too, right?) get to dress up and pretend to be someone or something else.  Yeah, pirates are cool.  And, ok, dressing up like a vampire is “in” right now.  But let’s be honest: dressing up like a pro or college football player is by far the coolest!

The NFL Youth Helmet and Uniform Sets by Franklin let your child live the dream (ok, kind of) that they play for their favorite football team!  It comes with the team’s jersey, pants, helmet, along with a chinstrap, integrated removable shoulder pad inserts, and adhesive/iron-on numbers to apply to the jersey!

And if they’d rather sport a college uni, check out the NCAA Youth Helmet and Uniform Sets by Franklin.

Check out our entire stock of Halloween gear to find exactly what you need this holiday!

NFL Power Rankings – Week 4

Now that we’re three games deep into the NFL regular season, it’s fair to say that it’s time for a Power Ranking to figure out which teams have taken charge and which teams might as well go back to the drawing board.  Some teams are separating themselves from the pack (for better or worse), while others are still in that awkward middle ground.  We’ll try and clear things up with our “expert” opinions.

Cream of the Crop (so far)

1. Pittsburgh Steelers 3-0 – That’s right.  No QB, no problem.  Their defense is playing at an all-world level, averaging 11 points per game against Atlanta, Tennessee, and Tampa Bay.  Add a potent rushing attack with Mendenhall and you have a scary team that will only get better with the addition of Roethlisberger (sp?) in a couple weeks.  I hate to say it, but be afraid, NFL.  Not that most people aren’t already a little scared of Ben anyway…

2.  Indianapolis Colts 2-1 – With Peyton in charge, the Colts are a steady team that will be sure to take 11-13 wins.  They seem just fine after a week 1 loss to Houston.

3. Atlanta Falcons 2-1 – After a difficult Week 1 OT loss to Pittsburgh, Atlanta has showed its mettle with an overpowering win against Arizona and an OT win against the defending Super Bowl champion Saints in Week 3.  The next two games are very serviceable, with match-ups against 0-3 SF and 0-3 Cleveland.  They’ll be 4-1 in 2 weeks.

4. New Orleans 2-1 – The Saints are fine, for now.  Despite losing this past weekend in OT, they should be fine with Drew Brees at the helm.  But the last place rushing attack has to be of concern.  However, don’t panic yet: their next four games are against Carolina, Arizona, Tampa Bay, and Cleveland – all very winnable.  Expect to see them at 6-1.

5. Chicago Bears 3-0 – The Bears are the last unbeaten in the NFC, and have impressive W’s against Dallas and Green Bay.  All three games, including a Week 1 win against Detroit, were hotly contested and decided by a single score, so don’t get too high on them, yet.  But a fantastic start for Chicago, nonetheless. Continue reading “NFL Power Rankings – Week 4”

The NFL is BACK!!

Tomorrow, the wait finally ends.  Football is back and all is well in the world!  Thursday, The Minnesota Vikings travel to New Orleans in a rematch of January’s epic NFC Championship Game. To refresh your memory, the Vikings dominated play, but self-induced wounds (fumbles and interceptions) cost them dearly, especially Brett Favre’s inexcusable INT late in the fourth quarter that forced an overtime and eventually sent the Saints to Super Bowl glory.

Tomorrow, the Saints open up the 2010 season as defending champs, while the Vikings seek redemption and revenge for January’s falter.

Check out some pics from that game if your memory is still just a bit fuzzy:

Glorious Victory                                                           vs.                                                     Agonizing Defeat

Fan Gear Sale – Ends September 8th

The weather is starting to cool down, which only means one thing – Football season has arrived.  Whether its tailgating outside Beaver Stadium or watching your beloved Packers get set for kickoff, every football fan needs to be prepared for the season.  That’s why when you purchase one NFL or NCAA licensed item, we’re giving 30% off the second item you purchase (excluding jerseys and apparel)!  So check out our selection of on-sale gear, such as NCAA tailgating chairs and flag poles!

Click the picture to go to Sports Unlimited’s Fan Zone.