Lombardi is not LOMBARDI

Several weeks ago, there was an exchange between Blaine Gabbert, Quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and Michael Lombardi, commentator for NFL Network. The first story:

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d8251ae70/article/falcons-winning-formula-hasnt-changed-jags-have-big-problem

The rebuttal:

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d82864b95/article/blaine-gabbert-labels-lombardis-critique-comical

The re-rebuttal:

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-network-total-access/09000d5d8286c7bf/Michael-Lombardi-vs-Blaine-Gabbert

It was quite a "back and forth" exchange. No one really wins. But it put forth an interesting question: Who is Michael Lombardi? So, I do what I normally do. I googled him. I even went to the dreaded Wikipedia. I know. I just lost credibility. However, I learned some interesting things. Importantly, Michael Lombardi is not related to VINCE LOMBARDI. NOT RELATED. So for all of you out there that listen to him thinking football is a genetic right for him, it's not. After reading some the articles associated with him, I would hardly recognize him as someone who could find talent. On the contrary, he seems to have been at the helm when Jamarcus Russell was drafted to the Oakland Raiders. Although, he was fired a month later. Speculation is he had nothing to do with that particular draft class, but Hold On Playa. I wouldn't bet the farm on that one.
Wikipedia describes him and his wife as owners of a Lagotto Romagnolo. At first I thought it was a rare Italian Sportscar, although I have a hard time believing there is a car I don't know about. But, alas it's a:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagotto_Romagnolo

Hilarious.

What's also apparent is that there is an uneasiness with Lombardi. I believe it's because he's not confident and definitely not well spoken. He got canned by Al Davis and hasn't returned to a front office job. AND because he acts like he's a "LOMBARDI (as in the trophy)". Well, Lombardi I hate to break it to you... you are not LOMBARDI.

Michael Lombardi is also described as a sportscaster. So, let me make sure I have the story straight. Michael Lombardi is a guy who has been with countless football dynasties and gave it up to be a sportscaster. Doesn't that smack of ridiculousness? He dares judge Gabbert aka chuck-n-duck aka Samson aka sunshine, but hasn't held a front office job since 2007? Don't get me wrong. I'm not totally sold on Gabbert. I'm going along for the ride. Drinking the Kool-Aid if you will. But Lombardi needs to simmer down. and Gabbert needs to step up. End of story.

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Drinking the Kool-Aid 3/9/12

I'm hoping to have a regular installment (possibly weekly) of "Drinking the Kool-Aid". You may ask "What is drinking the Kool-Aid?" "Drinking the Kool-Aid" is a phrase I use in reference to people/fans who have blinders on and take everything as complete and utter fact. When you stop drinking the Kool-Aid, that's when"the situation is about to get real".
Drinking the Kool-Aid
   People who think Tebow will be in Denver forever.
   People who think Andrew Luck couldn't be the new Ryan Leaf or Jamarcus Russell.
   People who think the things that have gone on with Bounty gate haven't happened on their team.
   People that believe Romo is the answer in Dallas and no need to entertain Peyton Manning. Cue Romolicious.
   Older Kool-Aid: Trent Dilfer saying that the Patriots wouldn't make it to the Super Bowl with one of the worst defenses in the League. Trent, let me introduce you to Tom Brady. You might have heard of him.
   Last but not least, I am still drinking the Kool-Aid. The Kool-Aid that keeps telling me the Jaguars aren't moving to L.A. Ever.

The situation is about to Get Real:
   The Washington Redskins. Gutsy move getting second pick in the draft from the St. Louis Rams.
   Arian Foster. Your situation is about to get real with that new deal you just struck with the Texans. Congrats.
Happy Free Agency Everyone!! I wish that your team properly Franchise Tag, Sign the proper free agents and Re-sign the members of the team that deserve to be re-signed. Everybody. Stay tuned for Jaguar domination.

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