Underdogs

Appalachian State 34 - Michigan 32

Who in the **** is Appalachian State? And how in the **** did they beat Michigan?

Arguably the biggest sports story of the weekend was this monumental loss by the maize and blue; it was the first time in college football history that a Division I-AA team beat an AP Top 25 ranked team.

Ha Ha, Michigan!

And I'm not just saying that because I grew up in Ohio, therefore naturally prefer the Buckeyes. I'm saying that because I know the Wolverines had all the confidence in the world, perhaps too much, as they went into that game.

As a graduate of a decent-sized school with a less than decent-sized chance of getting a Top 25 ranking, I'm very familiar with the money-making opportunity of smaller schools playing powerhouses. Everyone knows the outcome of these games well before they're played. But the financial benefits more than outweigh the 'L' on the scorecard.

But apparently Appalachian State had other plans. They realized that not only can they walk away with a gigantic check for their football program, but also with a 'W' on the scorecard! Those boys also had all the confidence in the world. They weren't going to let a Top 5 ranking and crowd of 100,000+ opposing fans intimidate them. They were the underdogs and were proud of it.

I'm not a huge college football fan, but this story intrigued me big time. I love when life works out this way. I love how it equalizes us every now and then. After all, we're all the same really. The ASU boys have probably played the game since they were seven, same as the U of M boys. Throughout the years the talent level obviously improved at a different pace. But the players on both sides ended up with equal hearts, pride, and most importantly - confidence.

From here on out, let's all go through life like we're the underdogs. You never know what historical feat is in your future.