It's still Monday, but I actually feel like I'd be happier as an 8-8 no show in the playoffs than 9-7 and getting in undeservedly. When the Bengals/Pats beat us in their stadium, will we feel any better? No. Our record this season will be either 8-8 or 9-8. And if we made it any further, I'd be embarrassed. We aren't the Cardinals, looking for any chance at postseason play. It will not be an entertaining two weeks if we beat the Raiders (the first week being the embarrassment of being in the playoffs, the second week the hangover from a New England/Cincinnati blowout). Even better: in 2008, we lost to the Steelers three times. Who wants to lose to Cincinnati three times in 2009? It's sickening to even think about. I have no desire to watch playoff football this year. Especially since I likely don't have to root for whatever team Pittsburgh is playing.