I WON'T BE WATCHING THE SUPER BOWL: NFL Nostalgia and the Ethics of Modern Football Fandom

Nostalgia for the pigskin parties of my youth clashes with the present disconnect I feel towards the NFL, a sentiment that surges as the Niners and Chiefs prep for the Super Bowl. My musings transcend the simple thrill of touchdowns; they're steeped in the camaraderie of shared moments with my grandfather and military buddies, the devotion to my Minnesota Vikings, and the subsequent disillusionment with a league that seems to have lost its soul. Walk with me down memory lane and through the fog of current controversies, as we explore the complex fabric of football fandom woven through my life's tapestry.