Football - xoJane

"Do You Like Girls?" And Other Inappropriate Questions The NFL Asks During Interviews

Daisy — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 10:00:00 -0500

Sexual discrimination is rampant in the NFL. And it's time for that to come to an end. NOW.

PAY THE REFS! How the NFL Is Ruining My Favorite Sport

Daisy — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400

While I have friends who insist on commenting on my Facebook wall that, “it’s just a bunch of guys and a ball,” or on telling me that there are people in the world who are starving and maybe I should be upset about them instead of a fumble, to them I say: Football’s my thing.

Is There Anything Lamer Than Backing Out of a Bet?

Daisy — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers made a bet the Packers would beat the 49ers in Week One. And then they didn't. TIME TO PAY UP, DUDE.

I Didn't Shop for Three Months

Daisy — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:00:00 -0400

And it actually wasn't that hard. I KNOW. I AM THE WORST.

Homophobia in Football: It's Getting Better. Kind Of.

Daisy — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 16:30:00 -0400

Just after NFL players speak out supporting same-sex marriage, a college linebacker gets kicked off of his team for kissing a man.

Which Costume Should I Wear to the 49ers' Game?

Daisy — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 11:00:00 -0400

I basically don't know how I'd make any decisions if not for you.

Girl Becomes Florida's First High School Varsity Quarterback; Entire Country Reacts

Daisy — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 10:00:00 -0400

Next thing you know, women will be demanding equal pay. I know, I know. INSANITY.

NFL's First-Ever Female Ref Set to Make Her Debut

Daisy — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 15:30:17 -0400

And guess who's not happy about it. Hint: ME.

Help Me Be a Better Person: What Would You Do If a Stranger Were Being Homophobic?

Daisy — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 15:42:47 -0400

A guy at the bar yelled "FAG" and I yelled... nothing.

What's the Point of a Fight if It's Not Fair?

Daisy — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 10:00:13 -0500

For the New Orleans Saints, it wasn't just if they'd win or lose, but how much money they'd illegally earn for knocking opponents out of the game.

Don't Call Ben Roethlisberger a Rapist

Daisy — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:12 -0500

I'm not saying he's *not* a rapist. I'm also not saying he is.

The 49ers Beat the Saints!

Daisy — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:00:15 -0500

And I didn't stop crying the entire game.

10 Reasons to Root for the 49ers Over the Saints

Daisy — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:00:09 -0500

If you root for one team tomorrow, please make it the San Francisco 49ers. DO IT FOR ME.

Men Never Believe I Actually Know About Football

Daisy — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:04:28 -0500

Sadly, as a female who’s been watching NFL games in bars since the 90s, I have a lot of experience dealing with men who can’t fathom that a girl knows her football.

Being a Better Person? So Much Harder Than I Thought

Daisy — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:00:15 -0400

Believe me, I'm trying to remain calm, but it's hard with all these people gettin' up in my grill.

Five Reasons to Watch Football, Even if You Really DON'T Like Football

Daisy — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 12:00:10 -0400

Extra point! The story of how I learned to love America's (actual) favorite pastime.

About That Whole Trying to Be a Better Fan Thing...

Daisy — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:00:55 -0400

I think I still have a long way to go. But whatever: NINERS WON!

Are You Ready for Some Football? No, Seriously: Are You Prepared?

Daisy — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 09:00:08 -0400

11 essential items to bring to the game. (Oh, and Go 49ers!)

I Was at the 49ers/Raiders Game Where Those People Got Shot

Daisy — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:18:33 -0400

What's happened to our society that people now shoot each other at football games?

What Should I Name My Fantasty Football Team?

Daisy — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 10:02:20 -0400

Here I am, asking for advice. AGAIN.