Houston: The Accidental Champion of College Football
So, you're wondering why the big, flashy, glittery College Football Playoff National Championship decided to grace the fair city of Houston with its presence? Well, buckle up, because this is a tale as thrilling as a fourth-down conversion.
Houston: More Than Just BBQ and Rockets
Now, Houston is known for a few things: incredible BBQ, the Houston Rockets (when they're not tanking), and a certain fondness for oversized cowboy hats. But college football? That's usually more of a Texas-sized rivalry thing, right?
Wrong.
Apparently, the College Football Playoff committee, a group of people with way too much power, decided that Houston was the place to be. And while we’re still scratching our heads trying to figure out if they've been to Austin or not, we're not complaining. Free football is free football, right?
NRG Stadium: The Concrete Jungle Where Dreams Are Made (Or Broken)
Of course, it’s not just Houston’s charm that brought the big game to town. It’s also got a pretty sweet stadium in NRG. Now, if you’re expecting a cozy, intimate college football atmosphere, you might want to lower your expectations. This place is more like a spaceship than a stadium. But hey, who doesn’t love a little alien-themed touchdown celebration?
Houston: The Unexpected Host with the Most
Look, we’re as surprised as anyone that Houston landed the national championship. But honestly, the city is pulling out all the stops. There’s food, there’s fun, and there’s probably more traffic than usual. But hey, that’s the price of being a champion host, right?
So, while we might not be the first city that comes to mind when you think of college football, Houston is giving it the old college try. And who knows, maybe this will start a new tradition. Like, every year, we just rotate the championship game between Houston, Detroit, and Cleveland. Just a thought.
How To...
- How to survive the Houston traffic during the championship game: Leave early, take public transportation, or just embrace the chaos and listen to some good podcasts.
- How to find the best BBQ in Houston: Ask a local. Seriously, there’s a BBQ joint on every corner, and each one swears they have the best brisket.
- How to dress for a Houston winter: Layers, layers, and more layers. Okay, maybe just a light jacket.
- How to enjoy the game: Grab some friends, some cold drinks, and some good food. And if your team loses, remember there's always next year.
- How to experience Houston beyond the game: Visit the Space Center Houston, explore the Museum District, or simply enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife.