Just What’s in a Rivalry?

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Published: December 3, 2009

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... they may be) perspective, 135 miles worth of daily commuting makes for a many “what ifs” and “I wonders” to tap dance through my skull. 

Occasionally this means something with a more directly opinion/curiosity over hypothetical/analysis leaks through.

The concept of the hyper-rivalry, and an intrigue over it, is one of those such times.  I am a fervent Chargers fan, enough that a loss will equate to at least one broody, sullen day (which I suppose is better than flat-out angry).  So when it comes to my own team, emotions can run quite strong.

To spend just as much emotional effort hating another team escapes me.  I get the idea of rivalry, and any division win is just a little bit sweeter than a ‘normal’ game. 

Yet on the converse, I can’t actually dig up the same passion against the other team as I have for my own.

I am more knowledgeable o...

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