Apparently, the Patriots underrated the Giants so much that they assumed they had won the game before it kicked off. Not only did the Pats file to copyright 19-0, they went as far as securing a deal to publish a book on their would-be legacy. Ehnnn…didn’t happen. Their shirts and other merchandise bearing 19-0 will now clothe poor kids in third world countries.
Many of the shirts say “19-0″ — a reference to the Pats’ quest for a perfect record. Instead, the Giants’ victory ended the AFC champions’ season at 18-1. The losers’ gear will be packed and sent to third-world countries by World Vision, which works to improve the lives of poor children in more than 100 countries. [Full Story]
Their loss illustrates that you can’t count anyone out in life (or in sports, for that matter). I’m looking at you, Miami Heat. There’s still hope for you to — nah, not this year.
