Why do they paint 2 black lines on their face? Why do they need the helmets? ever watched rugby? Are their backsides padded? that one makes sense, falling flat on your backside hurts. Why the shoulder pads? ever watch rugby? Why is it called football when they pick the ball up so much? What is the funny dance for when they score? Why do the um managers? coach what are they? wear such big ear/head phones? so bulky when technology allows for so flimsy Why dont the fans tear up the seats, set fire to the stadiums fight the other fans and riot with the police like normal fans do here in europe? are you not passionate about your teams? Are the cheerleaders appropriate with children watching from the stands? Why is it called the world series? world what? when its only america playing it? Are the people not playing all paid to chew gum constantly?