FORT WORTH, TEXAS- After a 34-28 win over the Air Force Falcons on December 31, 2008 in the Bell Helicopters Armed Forces Bowl, it was revealed that, apparently, no one told the Houston Cougars that they were supposed to let Air Force win their own freakin' bowl game. "Honestly, I didn't even think of it," said Houston head coach Kevin Sumlin, after being informed of the expectations. "I guess it makes sense. To be honest, I was just thinkin' of winning the game."
Millions of fans, analysts and military veterans were shocked after seeing the conclusion of the game. "I just assumed they would fumble on purpose and let the Falcons get it for a touchdown or somethin," said Vietnam vet Terry Shaw, 75. "I couldn't believe they actually blatantly won the game. Those punks."
Many inside military circles are calling Houston's intentional win a "slap in the face." Even the President has taken to expressing his views. "I respect the University of Houston and their great athletic programs," President Bush commented. "As a matter of fact, my daughter's friend went there.
But this is uncalled for. I must say, I am disappointed in both the university and the coaches and players for disgracing our great military like this. It was just uncalled for."
When reached for further comment, Sumlin said, "Mmm. Wow. The president got in on this? That's pretty big. Um, again, I apologize, but me and my team had just been doing what we had been doing all year. That's winning football games. Again, we weren't thinking. Please accept our apology."
