Mike Francesa’s AFC title game prediction

WFAN radio Mike Francesa’s prediction for the AFC title game, matching the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos at Denver, reveals so much of who he is.

Not only does he continue predicting the favorite (New England Patriots) but does so with the caveat that he is rooting so hard for the underdog team (Denver Broncos).

His prediction:

New England Patriots minus 3 points.

He has made it known he dislikes New England. Why though is he so pro Peyton Manning and Denver, saying he would love to see Manning and Denver not only win vs Denver but also win the Super Bowl. (So help me on the radio as I typed Super Bowl, the phrase “super uncomfortable” was uttered).

Why? He, with all his success, (to me completely out of proportion with his talent and work, (minimum he and others like him are compensated in a subjective endeavor), seethes at the success of coach Bill Belichick and the Patriots, who objectively have clearly achieved win or lose today, by any objective standard, one of the great “eras” in major team sports’ history.

We all have elements of, if not full fledged “deadly sins.” In my opinion Francesa is clearly envious of the fact that Bill Belichick and not his choice Bill Parcells, is considered near the top, if not the top of the list regarding all-time NFL coaches.