"We are! Nine!"
"We are! Warriors!"
The deafening shouts were released like a waterfall, and the entire Bay Area began to tremble slightly. Ryan Baldwin raised his arms and cheered without knowing what he was doing. The tearful embarrassment on his face was not disgusting at all. On the contrary, it was there The pair of bright eyes shone brightly, lighting up the entire face, bursting with unprecedented BB vitality.
Kate Wiggins looked at Ryan like this. Even though she didn't watch rugby, even though she didn't understand rugby, it didn't affect her feeling the same at this moment. That hot and scorching innocent heart was sincere and eager, surging and boiling. Even an onlooker couldn't help but start to feel envious.
This kind of Ryan, so strange yet so familiar, no depression, no embarrassment, no setbacks, no restraint, just like a sunflower blooming wantonly, proudly blooming because of that bright ray of light, Kate herself couldn't help but burst into tears. , just stood there, feeling it quietly.
Ryan was shouting desperately, as if this was the end of his life, igniting the flame of life continuously.
So beautiful, so beautiful that it is touching.
After all, Kate couldn't hold it back and stopped Ryan with a voice, "You shouldn't waste your voice like this. It's not good for your health."
Ryan didn't care, looked at Kate with piercing eyes, and then said without warning, "Kate, I'm going to New Orleans to watch the Super Bowl."
This is not a question, but an affirmation.
"But...your body..." Kate shrugged her shoulders and said her objections directly. s3();
Although Ryan's recovery has begun to improve in the past period, his condition is still in the stage of slowly deteriorating, and now it has only temporarily slowed down the rate of deterioration - this is the case with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It's always getting worse, and all their efforts are just slowing down the process.
Even going to Candlestick Stadium to watch a game, doctors refused to approve it, let alone going to New Orleans?
Ryan shook his head slightly. The movement was not obvious, but he was more determined than ever before, "I will go." This was not asking for opinions, but informing the decision. The perseverance and determination made all Kate's words stuck in her throat. Here, her worries looked so small under the reflection of those eyes.
"Kate, would you like to go to New Orleans with me to watch the Super Bowl?" Ryan asked.
Kate froze slightly, not knowing how to answer.
Ryan then added, "It's a date."
Kate snorted and couldn't help laughing. She looked at Ryan in surprise, but Ryan's face was serious: he was not joking.
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In the Candlestick Stadium, Lu Ke and Ryan met again in the center of the stadium.
"Excellent game." Lu Ke held Ryan's right hand and sent his blessings with a smile. He had experienced such a moment himself, and any words of peace were of no use. The pain and bitterness, even when The offseason still lingers.
Ryan also held Lu Ke's right hand tightly, "Excellent game." After a moment of pause, Ryan shook his head gently, showing a helpless smile, "I couldn't push you to the extreme. , this is my regret."
Losing the game is extremely painful; but what is even more regrettable is that Ryan failed to really push Lu Ke to the edge of the cliff. The 17-point gap in the first half was indeed the largest reversal victory in the National League finals. , but before the third quarter was over, the 49ers had already reversed the situation, and the suspense of victory could not last until the last moment.
The cruelest reality is that the Atlanta Falcons did not score a point in the second half. All 27 of their points came in the first half.
This also means that after the San Francisco 49ers picked up speed in the second half, the Atlanta Falcons were completely at a disadvantage. Those accidents and fouls were mostly due to the gap in absolute strength. This was the most disappointing and frustrating thing for Ryan. They didn't see the opportunity at all. I lost this game so neatly that I have nothing to say.
"I have tried my best." Lu Ke said honestly. The intensity of the second and third quarters was definitely at the top of the entire season. Lu Ke felt the sharp consumption of energy and T-power. Overdraft of soreness, "The only difference is that our defensive team performed better today."
Ryan chuckled, "Believe me, when we meet next time, victory will belong to me." Although it was a harsh statement, Ryan's way of speaking was still calm and not ruthless at all. No, G Baba has no taste, just like reciting the text.
Lu Ke showed a big smile, "Let's leave it to the future next time. I'm going to enjoy tonight first." He was indeed very tired now, and he was serious, "By the way, can we change the helmet? While we're at it, Before I forget, I have to mention it first, my attention is passing very quickly now." After saying that, Lu Ke made a face to complain to himself.
"My honor." Ryan raised the helmet in his hand and handed it over directly without joking or teasing. "I'd better not disturb you now to enjoy the victory." As he spoke, Ryan raised his head and looked at the whole scene. The sea of red in the field, "Good luck in the Super Bowl!" After saying this, Ryan turned around and left.
Lu Ke looked down at the No. 2 helmet in his hand and exhaled a long, long breath.
The photographer who was in charge of the live broadcast in the stadium recorded the entire conversation between Lu Ke and Ryan. However, in the turmoil of the scene, the two people were talking ear to ear, and they could not capture the specific content of the conversation. , can only be judged from the expressions of the two people; and after Ryan left, the photographer aimed the camera at Lu Ke.
Lu Ke smiled at the camera, then nodded to the photographer, turned around and left quickly. Although the photographers still pursued him relentlessly and tried to continue the live broadcast, how could they possibly catch up with Lu Ke when surrounded by reporters and countless staff? s3();
From a distance, you can see Lu Ke's footsteps stopped in the middle of the stadium, and the brilliant afternoon light fell straight down without any obstruction, bathing in it like a ray of sky light; then Lu Ke raised his head and looked towards The audience watched the sea of red, and just quietly enjoyed the tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle.
A photojournalist captured a certain moment. It was Lu Ke's back. His face was hidden in the Y light. Only the outline of his face could be vaguely seen, but the M on the back of the No. 14 jersey showed His true identity, then he raised his chin, as if he was enjoying the grace and beauty of the sounds of nature, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, and the corners of his eyes showed a trace of a happy smile and a touch of moved tears.
At this moment, this fleeting moment, Lu Ke is no longer the outstanding quarterback who is decisive and guiding the country on the court. He is just a sophomore, a 23-year-old young man. A rookie who made it to the Super Bowl for the first time in his career. Carrying the expectations of the entire team, the entire city, and the entire league, he finally completed his first feat in eighteen years!
Sweet and bitter, happy and sad. This kind of Lu Ke is the most real.
This photo was later selected by the Associated Press, ESPN and other authoritative media news agencies as one of the best sports photos of the year in 2012 - although the shooting was in 2013, the playoffs still belong to the 2012 season. In addition to receiving numerous praises, he has also been enthusiastically pursued by San Francisco 49ers fans.
This is their quarterback!
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At this moment, Lu Ke was listening carefully. He seemed to be able to hear the pulse of the stadium and the heartbeat of the city. Plop-plop-plop-plop. Gradually, it became the same rhythm as his own heartbeat, no longer distinguishable. Each other, that kind of happiness and satisfaction makes people immersed in it and unable to extricate themselves.
"We are! Nine!"
"We are! Warriors!"
When the defensive team completed the fourth gear of defense, all the excitement and excitement had been vented; therefore, when the game officially came to an end, the entire audience chanted slogans in unison, uniting the seven The faith of tens of thousands of fans and hundreds of thousands of residents were all united together, and the overwhelming support aroused a mountain roar and tsunami deep in the soul.
The red ocean in front of you is so beautiful and moving, so thrilling that you can't help but tremble.
Hurrah! s3();
Logan and Marcus rushed over without any care, and threw themselves on Lu Ke regardless. The two of them surrounded Lu Ke, their faces full of surprise, they twisted exaggeratedly, and roared crazily, "We are the champions! We are the champions! God, we really did it!"
National League Championship.
Now this reality gradually became clearer, and then Crabtree, Vernon and others rushed over one after another, slapping Lu Ke on the back hard, and various shouts and shouts came from his ears. The screams made Lu Ke involuntarily join the crowd in the carnival.
Lu Ke took the lead and started shouting along with all the fans, and then his teammates also started shouting under the signal from Lu Ke's eyes. All the players were jumping on the spot with their arms around each other, and they continued to roar with the same voice. A slogan:
"We are! Nine!"
"We are! Warriors!"
The roar resounded through the sky! All over the land! At this moment, this afternoon, every resident in the city, and indeed the entire Bay Area, is nine! They are all warriors! They are all... champions!
In the first game of the 2012 conference finals, the top-seeded San Francisco 49ers faced the second-seeded Atlanta Falcons at home. In the end, the 49ers defeated their opponents with a score of "35:27" and stabilized the NFC championship again after 18 years; Moreover, it still maintains a record of undefeated victories in the season, advances to the Super Bowl with pride, and is quietly waiting for the American League champion-the winner between the New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens.
However, even if it is the Super Bowl, things can be put aside for the time being. At least there is no need to think about it for today. This team and this city are officially crowned National League champions!
Get together and party!
