Bad Weather Football Games R Numbingly Dumb

It's getting chilly outside, which means it's the perfect time for smash mouth football!But no no — as Sean notes, Smash Mouth is a band, and football is a ball. And never shall the two meet. Bad weather football is silly and often not a reflection of a team's talent level. So why are we using it to decide super important outdoor sporting events?Plus, a sports cliche about fashion wear, and here's that time a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates ground crew got swallowed by a tarp. Stay safe out there.This is also our final episode of 2023! We'll see you in the new year, hopefully with some warmer weather (or at least a heavier jacket). Happy holidays, and may your sports not be too dumb.This episode is presented by the Morning Blitz newsletter. Get the latest updates from the sports world in five minutes or less, delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up here.