Marshall 98 Posted November 21, 2016 I thought that the weather would be almost perfect for tonight's game. That remains true - but what I didn't realize until just now was that the basic atmospheric conditions there pretty much suck: http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/2016/11/20/pollution-mexico-city-azteca-stadium-oakland-raiders-houston-texans-monday-night-football/94169752/ Oakland is at sea level, but has some practice playing Denver at Mile High (5,280 ft.) every season. Their experience may not make much difference though, as Azteca Stadium is 2K feet higher than that, at 7,280 feet - and is cloaked in heavy pollution to boot. Apparently both teams may be adversely affected, so expectations may need to be lowered a bit. Anyway...CRAP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike Nice 40 Posted November 21, 2016 Defense will be gasping for air....I think this benefits the Offense big time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshall 98 Posted November 22, 2016 I was not a fan of Steve Young, having grown utterly tired of his ceaseless whining and sacred underwear when he was Joe Montana's backup for the Niners. However, he seems to have grown a little wiser with time, and it was interesting to hear his take on tonight's game. He was pretty upset, calling it just a 'marketing game' for the NFL and saying that the scheduling of it is all wrong for a game with such important implications this late in the season. Not only are season ticket holders cheated of a 'home' game, but what happens if the crappy conditions cause Oakland to suffer a loss, instead of taking the lead in their division? He said that such 'marketing' games should only take place pre- or early season, when the games' results don't matter as much. Anyway, he went on - and I agree. : ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpenceToons 70 Posted November 22, 2016 The overhead view of the stadium does look a little hazier than your standard overhead view. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mobb_deep 917 Posted November 22, 2016 Air is overrated. Drain the swamp. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polecatt 399 Posted November 22, 2016 I have been to Mexico City. It's not going to be like playing in London. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R8RMick 242 Posted November 24, 2016 Well, at least Oakland didn't play a Sunday nighter then have to travel and play the best team in the league the next Thursday. But yeah, plenty fans pissed at Mark Davis for agreeing to do this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GornFishin' 57 Posted November 24, 2016 He said that such 'marketing' games should only take place pre- or early season, when the games' results don't matter as much. Early season wins count just as much. You just think they don't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshall 98 Posted February 2, 2017 But yeah, plenty fans pissed at Mark Davis for agreeing to do this. Mark Davis continues to disregard the fan base and players alike by agreeing to do it again: Patriots play Raiders in Mexico City next season. Considered a home game for Oakland. https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/826872985818656770 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cousinal111 57 Posted February 3, 2017 First 5,000 fans get a giant laser. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Showboat 143 Posted February 3, 2017 First 5,000 fans get a giant laser. A little surprised that the Patriots haven't already done that promotion at Gillette....... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R8RMick 242 Posted February 4, 2017 Mark Davis continues to disregard the fan base and players alike by agreeing to do it again: https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/826872985818656770 Playing that game in Mexico City is more of a joke than that idiots moron focking haircut. Yeah, I'm pissed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,452 Posted February 4, 2017 Oh I don't know , his hair cut is a really bad joke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kutulu 1,542 Posted February 4, 2017 I read he travels something like 500 miles for that haircut Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marshall 98 Posted February 4, 2017 I read he travels something like 500 miles for that haircut I think that his barber probably made him sign an NDA - so we may never know for certain. Man...can you imagine becoming known for doing work like that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kutulu 1,542 Posted February 4, 2017 It's just a matter of time before the moe howard is back in style Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,452 Posted February 5, 2017 There is no way the man owns a mirror. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
