Raider Week, Is there anything better

 
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Well I can’t believe it is Raider week, and aside from the Dude, there is no trashing of this pathetic excuse of a franchise, so let the venom, the hate and disgust of all things Silver and Black flow.  The following is somewhat tongue and check, to those I offend, it was merely my intent to dishonor the Raiders and those who claim allegiance to the Fader Nation.  So lets look at the differences between the Fader Nation and Bronco Country and who the real winner is.

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Who has the better name?

Let’s face it, Raider nation was ripped off from Red Sox nation.  Raiders you lose points for unoriginality.  But let’s look at the difference between the term nation and country. The term "nation" invokes a form of centralized government, control of the populace, a bureaucratic nightmare.  I see a megalomaniac ruling a horde of degenerates that have no self esteem so they begin their decent into a life of blind allegiance to their ghoul leader.

The term "country" invokes the feeling of community, freedom, pride, and generosity.  Country invokes all the beauty and majesty of the United States from the Rocy Mountains, Yellow Stone, the Grand Canyon, and all the other awe inspiring places in America. 

 Hands down "Bronco Country" wins.

Who has the better leader, Al Davis or Pat Bowlen?

 This may actually be a tougher call, Davis has cultivated the idea that being a fan of the Raiders is a mark of rebellion, in reality it is a myopic paranoia that festers in lowest, basest in our human society.  Davis has done some very innovative things for the league including getting the last collective bargaining agreement passed, but all NFL fans should hold a special hatred for Davis, for it was his disregard for the league and fellow owners when he moved to LA and gave the other owners the idea that they could hold cities hostage and force them to build new stadiums under the threat of skipping town (ala Browns, Colts, Cardinals, Rams, Oilers).  Yet, through all the times Al Davis has screwed various cities and his fans on a continuous basis, he still garners brainless, zombie like fans who question not a move and gladly lap up his contempt and disrespect he shows them.

Bowlen has worked diligently with the NFL to boost revenues and made the NFL the premier sports league in the world, even benefitting the Scrooge like Methuselah Troll residing in Oakland.  During that time he has shown loyalty and respect to all of his employees and fans.  He has stood by the Broncos and their fans and always strived to put the best team on the field.

This is an easy call, Bowlen is the better leader.

Better Home Town

Let’s look at the capitals of the Fader Nation and Bronco Country.  Oakland is a crime ridden cease pool situated next to a glorified sewage lagoon known as the East bay.  Routinely rated as one of the worst cities to live in by various journals and anyone who has to live there or in the vicinity (myself included); Oakland’s only reason for existence is the lack of developable land in the bay area, it would be better served to be demolished and used as a garbage dump for the rest of California. 

Denver, born from the gold mining boom has transformed from various incarnations to be considered one of the premier placed to live in the United States.  Filled with various activities year round and cultural resources, Denver is routinely rated as one of the best places to live in the United States.  

Winner:  Denver.

Better Stadium

Let’s look at Stadiums.  The cracker jack, concrete blight known as McAffe Stadium is nothing more than a converted baseball stadium that serves as a giant urinal for the populace of the east bay.  The ball park lacks any character or charm, amenities, site lines, decent seats, and a decent field.   

Mile High born from the original Mile High Stadium that the Bronco fans literally helped build is a jewel for Denver rising next to the Platte River, split between the Rockies and downtown Denver, there is no better place to see a football game in America. 

Winner:  Mile High.

Who is better mascot?

Better mascot, Darth Raider versus Barrel Man.  Lets face the facts, the iconic Raider mascot are the freaks that go dumpster diving for used Halloween costumes and use it as an excuse to huff paint fumes as they make their "costume".  Darth Raider lacks any originality, and other than a humorous distraction to the opponents to laugh at these costumed buffoons, his only purpose for dressing like that is to get his shot on TV every week.  I do give him credit in that his mask can hide his tears and the fact he will be a life long virgin.  I figured I would show Darth Raider's mom.

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Barrel Man is an original, the man is tough as nails and as passionate as any fan ever.  Barrel man has stuck with the Broncos through blizards, rain, bad teams, and is an icon for all the NFL fans.  If a fan goes up on the Ring of fame it should be Barrel Man.   To wipe the bad taste out o your eyes, I give you the Bronco cheerleaders.

Winner: Barrel Man.

Better team colors, Silver and Black versus Orange and Blue.  Easy winner: Orange and Blue.

Well, let the games begin, is there anything better than Raider week.  Go Broncos!