The altitude in September is daunting

[Melonfeud]

Is it because they resemble the Eagles and their fans in their mindset? If so, I could easily relate to that . . .

It must be that east coast snobbery and the fans that latched onto them after they won that S.B. still can't keep from strutting and think Flacco is a God
I'm so glad we slapped a big fat L on their foreheads last year

 

[Hoofbite]

Something, something. Words that aren't appropriate.....altitude, longitude, latitude. Story written.

 

[Bullflop]

It must be that east coast snobbery and the fans that latched onto them after they won that S.B. still can't keep from strutting and think Flacco is a God
I'm so glad we slapped a big fat L on their foreheads last year

Aha, gotta say, that strikes a familiar chord. I've seen that for myself, as well. Nothing like taking 'em down a notch.

 

[Bullflop]

Something, something. Words that aren't appropriate.....altitude, longitude, latitude. Story written.

Wouldn't the word "altitude" be appropriate for Denver? Seems like it fits to me.

 

[Melonfeud]

Something, something. Words that aren't appropriate.....altitude, longitude, latitude. Story written.

At least you sign your name to your work, and I found it an exemplary in-depth analysis and I could not agree more ,,,

 

[Hoofbite]

Wouldn't the word "altitude" be appropriate for Denver? Seems like it fits to me.

For Denver, sure. For Arizona and Dallas - ya know, the other two September games - probably not.

I don't care how well Denver does in September, to be honest. I don't believe their success has anything to do with altitude because it should carry over to other months if altitude was the real cause of their success.

Somehow all the lower altitude teams are able to acclimate in October without ever actually being at elevation? Okay.

 

[Bullflop]

For Denver, sure. For Arizona and Dallas - ya know, the other two September games - probably not.

Okay -- now I see what you meant. Thanks for clarifying.

 

[shabazz]

Good idea except that it usually takes several days for the body to adjust to altitude

It takes couple weeks to get used to it

Both excellent ideas except that it takes several years to get used to it

 

[xwalker]

I've never noticed the altitude issue when snow skiing...

 

[Risen Star]

And we won't have Tapper.

1-1.

 

[ElGatoGrande]

How is overcoming altitude more difficult in September as opposed to October or any other month?

 

[Bullflop]

How is overcoming altitude more difficult in September as opposed to October or any other month?

I think Hoofbite meant to say those games won't be held in areas of high altitude. Seems fair to say from that perspective.

 

[JoeKing]

If you are truly in shape, this altitude advantage that the Broncos claim really is minimal. It's the once that aren't in shape that get effected by the thinner air the most. Oxygen depredation is no joke.

 

[Bullflop]

I've never noticed the altitude issue when snow skiing...

My guess is you're in good enough shape not to notice any difference?

 

[Setackin]

2014: "Seahawks don't lose at home!"

That's 1 year, this is 27 years.

 

[haleyrules]

Just win baby!! I am very optimistic going in!!

 

[haleyrules]

For Denver, sure. For Arizona and Dallas - ya know, the other two September games - probably not.

I don't care how well Denver does in September, to be honest. I don't believe their success has anything to do with altitude because it should carry over to other months if altitude was the real cause of their success.

Somehow all the lower altitude teams are able to acclimate in October without ever actually being at elevation? Okay.

It could be that as the season wears on the players get in better playing shape and the altitude has less effect. I don't really believe that but maybe.

 

[Melonfeud]

I think Hoofbite meant to say those games won't be held in areas of high altitude. Seems fair to say from that perspective.

,,, man! I could've swore he said " live music is better,,,bumper stickers should be issued "

I better go re-read that one

 

[Doomsday101]

Yep Denver is very hard to beat there, which makes this game even more fun. Cowboys win it is a big boost and it is games like this that I think proves to a team that they have what it takes to win it all.

 

[erod]

If you are truly in shape, this altitude advantage that the Broncos claim really is minimal. It's the once that aren't in shape that get effected by the thinner air the most. Oxygen depredation is no joke.

It's an adjustment that has to occur over time so the blood chemistry can adapt. There are instances where athletes in all sports, including soccer, have ended up in the hospital because of hypoxemia. Athletes that have the sickle cell trait are at greater risk.