Detroit Lions: The Difference Between Competing And Winning

November 17, 2010   ·   Michael Sudds   ·   Jump to comments

 
I was supposed to be preparing a preview of the Detroit Lions vs. the Dallas Cowboys. But, an idea popped into my head, and would not leave me alone.
It stalked me.
It shook me, and brought back memories that I would rather just forget. It’s relevance, however, was so compelling that I needed to share it with you.
So, with apologies to my Bleacher Report boss, and to you, let's do this!
The question is simple: What is the difference between being a losing team who is competitive, and a winning team?
As I pondered this question, I called upon my own experiences for some insight.
Leading a platoon of Marines during the Tet offensive of 1968, it was a FUBAR situation.
Poor communications, worse logistics, and zero support. We were, for all intents and purposes, marooned.
The thing that made the difference was the certain knowledge that we had implicit trust in one another, and that somehow, we would impose our will, and win.
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