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The problem with the "America's Team" label is that it is too subjective. What we need is an America's Team Rating, like the quarterback rating, determined by a formula.
I propose A.T. Rating = number of wins x number of jerseys sold on NFL.COM in last season x number of catastrophic natural disasters suffered by the city in the last 5 years x number of times the coach has stated that his quarterback "gives us the best chance to win" divided by the number of appearances of players in the police reports.
That should take care of that.
Now, as a Saints fan I am very much hoping for a Bears-Saints matchup in the playoffs. The Bears can't outscore the Saints. The game will be Saints offense vs. Bears defense, and since the Saints have already rolled up more than 500 yards against the Steelers (in a 38-31 loss), I'm going with the Saints. Even if it's 10 degrees in Soldier Field.
