Chapter 737: Sudden Coming
The excitement of the playoffs continues.
Although the "Reed Bowl" clash between Peterson and Nagy is worth looking forward to, a Super Bowl rematch in a sense; the game between the Los Angeles Chargers and the Baltimore Ravens is more worth looking forward to from every angle.
Therefore, the latter occupies the night game slot.
It is worth mentioning that Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco has recovered from his injury and can return to the game; but Harbaugh did not change his mind and chose to let Flacco sit on the bench and continue to serve as the substitute, with Jackson as the substitute. Starting quarterback.
This is the first time in Flacco's career that he has served as a substitute.
Following the farce of Manning Jr. in the New York Giants last year, Flacco was also placed on the bench. The changing of the times is becoming clearer than ever before.
There is no doubt that Lamar Jackson is the biggest winner among the rookie players this season. From being ignored on draft day to being narrowly missed with the 32nd pick, all the humiliations are vivid in his mind, but now he has become the first rounder of this year. The only rookie quarterback to lead his team to the playoffs——
Where are those quarterbacks who made history in the draft with great success now?
It is precisely because of this that the "Jackson VS Rivers" duel is even more topical. Can Jackson, who first defeated Flacco in the internal competition of the team, continue to beat Rivers strongly and continue his playoff journey? ?
After all, if Jackson beats Rivers, the next guy will be... Brady.
Just imagining it, the media and netizens are already in a collective climax.
No wonder there was a buzz of pre-match rumors.
Early on Sunday morning, Levi's apartment was buzzing with activity.
For Levi, a bye in the first round of the playoffs is still a new thing. It is slightly different from the offseason of the regular season. Although the daily schedule is almost the same, there are still differences in mentality, atmosphere, environment, etc. The playoffs are after all In the playoffs, in an era of pervasive information, it is almost impossible to be completely clean and focused.
In the 2016 season, the Kansas City Chiefs finished the regular season with 12 wins and four losses, ranking as the No. 1 seed in the American League. After a bye in the first round, they faced the Pittsburgh Steelers at home. As a result, the team's condition was obviously not adjusted to the right track, and the final score was "18:16" , narrowly defeated by two points.
The blood-soaked lessons are as fresh as the memory.
Especially third-graders like Hill and Jones experienced a disappointing defeat when they were still rookies.
They need a little psychotherapy.
Therefore, Levi organized this "party" to bring the sophomores and juniors together to watch the game on game day.
As a result, Kelsey and Houston heard that one and two of them expressed strong protest. They, a group of young people, abandoned the old man and acted on their own. They came uninvited and filled Levi's apartment bustlingly.
In Levi's view, excuses are all excuses.
These men with families clearly didn’t want to stay at home on Sunday and look at each other with their wives and children, so they gathered together in Levi’s bachelor’s apartment on the pretext of watching the game video.
Otherwise, why didn’t they come with their wives and children?
But does the reason matter?
unimportant.
What really matters is that they are all here together, ready to watch the game.
The first game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Chicago Bears is worth looking forward to.
"What are the differences between the coaching styles of Justin, Justin, Peterson and Nagy? Who do you like more?"
"Peterson. Experience is very important. There is a real difference between having experienced the playoffs and not having experienced it."
"I'm also optimistic about Coach Peterson. The Super Bowl is really exciting."
"But the injuries in Philadelphia this year are too serious. On the contrary, Chicago has a strong team. Coach Nagy is really impressive."
Chirping and lively.
Mahomes hurried into the kitchen and said in a low voice, "Rookie, does it really matter if you don't serve alcohol?"
Today's party is alcohol-free.
Originally, it was okay to drink two drinks during the offseason, and beer was a beverage, not alcohol, and Reid did not completely ban alcohol. But Levi said no and announced a ban on alcohol early on.
Not to mention whiskey, there was not even beer. One or two of them could only drink soda, juice, Coke, and Gatorade. It was so pitiful.
The regular season has just ended and the playoffs have not yet begun. It is most easy to slack off during the offseason. This is not to say about alcohol. Drinking two bottles of beer will definitely be fine. What is important is a mental state.
If they stayed at home, Levi wouldn't be able to stretch his hands that far; but now they came to Levi's apartment, and they were attending a party. In the carnival state, they might not be able to stop the car if they weren't paying attention, and Levi could only I can take strict precautions.
So, is this a self-inflicted trap?
Even Mahomes couldn't bear to watch it.
Levi's face was calm, "Why, someone asked you?"
Mahomes looked embarrassed. Those guys didn't dare to ask Levi directly, so one or two came to embarrass him.
Levi smiled and said, "It's okay. Just tell them that the alcohol is in the storage room. If you want to drink it, you can get it yourself. Beer, spirits, liquor, everything. My dad also got a box of Maotai last time and asked me to share it with others. Where’s the team?”
Mahomes looked suspicious, "Really?"
Levi nodded, "Really. The price is, a bottle of wine, and I will add ten sets to my training tomorrow."
After saying that, Levi grinned, showing his neat white teeth.
Mahomes shuddered.
Levi added, "I have already counted all the quantities. It doesn't matter if I don't know who drank. We will all train together."
Mahomes swallowed and was in a dilemma, not knowing whether he should tell the truth.
Levi patted Mahomes on the shoulder and said, "It's okay. Just tell them this. If you have any questions, let them come to me. The storage room is not locked and you can come in and out at any time."
Mahomes took two steps back hesitantly, and Levi's cell phone started to vibrate in his pocket. He glanced at the caller ID and smiled at Mahomes, "I'm serious."
Mahomes looked at the mischievous light in Levi's eyes and felt that Levi was deliberately encouraging them to drink and then start hell training tomorrow.
Once this idea pops up, you can no longer control it.
Mahomes blinked and ran out.
Levi laughed heartily and answered the phone.
"Hey, Felix."
It was Felix who called.
Because of the condition of the children in the hospital, Levi privately exchanged phone numbers with Felix so that Felix could contact him at any time if anything happened.
Felix has always been worried about disturbing Levi's training and daily life, so he only occasionally sends some photos of the chemotherapy room.
What happened today?
Is it because of the wild card game that the kid is also excited?
Unexpectedly, a slightly uncomfortable and tense voice came from the other end of the phone.
"Levi...Levi...sorry..."
"I...I need a little help now, I'm sorry, I'm really sorry..."
Without even having time to explain the situation clearly, Felix kept apologizing, but you could tell that he was very uncomfortable.
Levi's heart couldn't help but tighten, and the smile disappeared from the corners of his mouth, "Felix!"
(End of chapter)