Game day, the French Quarter was hopping! I had lunch with San Diego friend John and his son Tommy, then we headed to a hotel bar to watch the Colts/Jets game. On the way, we made a quick stop to listen to some street performers...
Chris, Susan and Ann at the pre-game tailgate!
I love the New Orleans flair and style at tailgating - step on up and have some boiled shrimp!
And who knew that Shreck was a Saints fan?!?
Same bus (Shreck was driving) - notice the beer tap on the side of the bus!
Now, the higher end tailgaters had the built in flat panel TVs, retractable awnings, etc. These guys are professionals!
The energy and drinks were flowing - check out the video I posted on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ksa6KvowpHg
In the dome, I visited the Saints Hall of Fame - great memories!
Ann with former Saint Brad Edelman - at the Saints HOF...
Then during pre-game, I snuck down to the end zone seating area to check out the action on the field. Saw the Vikings warm-up, the Siantsations (dance team) performance, then the Saints team announced and running onto the field - fireworks, etc.
Terry, Howie, Jimmy and the boys broadcasting the Fox pre-game from the sidelines...
Watched the first few series from there, mingling with the crowd spilling into the aisles. However, it's hard to get a perspective on the game action from the end zone...
Made my way up to my "nose bleed" seats on the Terrace level for the 2nd quarter... Yes, it's steep up there!
I was in row 20 - but you can get higher still! Here is the view of the half time performance from the top - row 43!
After half time, headed down to the Saints sideline seats (field level) to get a different perspective - met some interesting people and took more pictures...
Then after a nail biting finish (snatching victory from the jaws of defeat) - much celebration ensued on the field. The NFC Championship trophy was presented to owner Benson, then Coach Payton said a few words, he recognized and brought up Drew Brees to the stage, etc.
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