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  • Four Falls of Buffalo, Super Bowl curse, four straight Super Bowl losses, drought, Scott Norwood missed field goal, cursed, Marv Levy, Jim Kelly, documentary


    The Buffalo Bills went to four straight Super Bowls – but they aren’t remembered for that feat. Instead, they’re remembered for losing each of them.

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    While Josh Allen and his Bills are currently attempting to break the team’s Super Bowl drought, in the early 90s the Bills were the team to beat.

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    But unfortunately for Marv Levy’s men, they produced their worst games in each of those four championship matches to go down in history as the NFL’s biggest losers.

    The Scott Norwood field goal sailed wide, and so began the Buffalo Super Bowl curse. Picture: Four Falls of BuffaloSource: Supplied

    “There’s always that – ‘but you didn’t win the Super Bowl’,” Bills Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly said on his legacy on Kayo documentary Four Falls of Buffalo.

    And still to this day, the Bills are yet to claim a Super Bowl victory – one of 12 teams in the NFL to never taste that Lombardi Trophy success.

    Bills fans will ask: How different could Buffalo’s dynasty be had kicker Scott Norwood’s potential Super Bowl match-winner not sailed wide right in 1991 – the first of the four straight defeats?

    What would have happened if assistant Chuck Dickerson hadn’t lit a fire under Washington players with his pre-Super Bowl ‘hog’ taunts in 1992?

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    Would Thurman Thomas have made an impact if a member of Harry Connick Jnr’s band did not move his helmet during Super Bowl XXVI – ensuring he missed precious match time looking for it/searching for a replacement?

    The Bills of the 1990s could be considered cursed.

    Norwood would become the poster boy for Buffalo’s misery – with his missed 47-yard field goal with just eight seconds to play in Super Bowl XXV etched in every NFL fan’s mind as the infamous ‘Wide Right’.

    Everything was riding on Norwood’s kick but as Al Michaels famously called it in commentary, it was “no good … wide right” and the Bills were defeated 20-19 in crushing scenes.

    Players and staff stood hand-in-hand before the Norwood miss. Picture: Four Falls of BuffaloSource: Supplied
    Players get around Scott Norwood after his match-winning field goal sailed wide right.Source: Supplied

    The kicker, who would later be dumped by the Bills after their second straight Super Bowl loss – missing the next two defeats, relives the moment in the Four Falls of Buffalo documentary.

    “I had expected a very, very positive, exciting result (in the first Super Bowl appearance). To so quickly turn to the other end of the spectrum is really quite an emotional flip-flop,” he said.

    “What recollection I would have after would definitely be categorised as a blur.

    “I almost relate it to being in some kind of accident where it’s almost shock, the magnitude of it not working out kind of seeping on top of me.

    “Sorrow, I guess, and disappointment in letting down teammates that are there on the field of battle with you (were the first emotions).

    “I get choked up thinking about it, putting myself back in the situation on the sidelines.”

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    By the time they made their way to a fourth straight Super Bowl in 1994, there was nothing left to give.

    “We got together as a team and almost said let’s not go (to a third straight Super Bowl),” Bills star James Lofton said on Four Falls of Buffalo.

    “If you lose, you will be the greatest losers of all time,” Buffalo general manager Bill Polian was warned at the time.

    The likes of Kelly, Thomas, Bruce Smith and Darryl Talley would all finish their careers without that ultimate victory – despite double digit win seasons in four straight years of dominance (and four straight AFC Championship titles).

    “It hurt me then, it still hurts me now,” Thomas says.

    “I’m still upset about losing four Super Bowls.

    “I went to all four!”

    The Scott Norwood field goal sailed wide, and so began the Buffalo Super Bowl curse. Picture: Four Falls of BuffaloSource: Supplied

    The Bills were so bad in the championship game that fans dubbed them the acronym Boy I Love Losing Superbowls (BILLS).

    Current day Buffalo fans are desperate for their team to be remembered for something other than the four straight Super Bowl losses.

    Could Sean McDermott’s men, led from the front by star quarterback Josh Allen, be the ones to do it?

    The 2024/25 NFL playoffs begin from January 11, with the Bills taking on the Broncos in the Wildcard Playoff from 5am AEDT.

    Watch the Four Falls of Buffalo documentary onKayo.



    The Four Falls of Buffalo: The Super Bowl Curse

    The Buffalo Bills are known for one of the most infamous streaks in NFL history – four straight Super Bowl losses. This heartbreaking drought, often referred to as the “Super Bowl curse,” has haunted the Bills and their fans for decades.

    The first of the four falls came in Super Bowl XXV in 1991, where the Bills faced the New York Giants. With just seconds left in the game, kicker Scott Norwood missed a potential game-winning field goal, sealing a victory for the Giants.

    Despite this devastating loss, the Bills returned to the Super Bowl for three consecutive years, only to come up short each time. Led by head coach Marv Levy and quarterback Jim Kelly, the Bills were a dominant force in the AFC, but could never clinch the championship.

    The “Four Falls of Buffalo” has become a symbol of perseverance and heartbreak in football history. In 2015, ESPN released a documentary of the same name, chronicling the highs and lows of the Bills’ Super Bowl runs.

    Despite the curse that has plagued the Bills for so long, their resilience and determination have made them a beloved team in the hearts of fans. The four falls may have been devastating, but they have also become a defining moment in the history of the Buffalo Bills.

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  • Mirra Andreeva conjures another tennis miracle on her ‘cursed court’ at the Australian Open


    MELBOURNE, Australia — Some curses are invisible. Some curses are spoken. And other curses are bright blue with painted white lines, and the word MELBOURNE emblazoned in capital letters.

    Mirra Andreeva’s Australian Open curse looks something like the last one. Speaking after a tense, at-times excruciating three-set win over Moyuka Uchijima which went to a match tiebreak, the top-ranked teenager on the WTA Tour said that Court 3 at Melbourne Park is “cursed.”

    “The only thing that I had in my mind is this court is cursed and I don’t want to play on that court again,” she said in her news conference.

    “I just had the thought that this stupid court, it’s all because of this court.”

    If Court 3 is cursed, Andreeva has twice broken its spell. At the 2023 Australian Open, Andreeva, then 16, served notice of her talent for tennis and exorcising demons in a third-round match against Diane Parry of France. She lost the first set 6-1. She won the second. She went 5-1 down. She got back to 6-5. She got pulled back to 6-6. After all the ups and downs, she won a match tiebreak. On Wednesday against Uchijima, a year older, considerably wiser and inside the WTA top 20, she had to break out her talent for the supernatural again.

    Having led the match tiebreak 6-3, the curse started to take hold. 6-5 up after two solid points from Uchijima on serve, Andreeva eased forward ready to put away an easy volley for a 7-5 lead. Instead, the ball floated long as if carried by an invisible hand. The next point, she missed a basic forehand and before she knew it she was 6-8 down. Andreeva needed to find something.

    “I just tried to, you know, forget about this and play every point,” she said. Fortunately for her, the curse of Court 3 gripped Uchijima, just as it had done when she served for the match at 5-4 and hit a double fault and three unforced errors. A regulation forehand looped long, and from then Andreeva took over her own destiny, extracting three errors, one with a serve and two with powerful groundstrokes, to move on to a meeting with No. 23 seed Magdalena Frech.

    She had lifted the curse, but not without giving her coach Conchita Martinez a fright, Andreeva said.

    “I’m not going to exactly say what she said because I think people would really not like it.

    “She just said, God. She was a bit pissed at me because she said she was very nervous … The first word was a bit not, you know, the best. I cannot say it right here.”

    Curses come in all shapes and sizes.

    (Fred Lee / Getty Images)



    Mirra Andreeva conjures another tennis miracle on her ‘cursed court’ at the Australian Open

    In a stunning display of skill and determination, Mirra Andreeva has once again defied the odds and emerged victorious on what many have dubbed her ‘cursed court’ at the Australian Open. Despite facing seemingly insurmountable obstacles, the young tennis prodigy delivered a performance for the ages, thrilling fans and critics alike.

    Andreeva’s triumph on the court, where she has historically struggled to find success, serves as a testament to her unwavering resolve and unyielding belief in herself. Despite facing fierce competition and a history of setbacks on the court, she never wavered in her determination to prove her critics wrong and show the world what she is truly capable of.

    With this latest victory, Andreeva has once again solidified her place among the elite of women’s tennis, proving that she is a force to be reckoned with on any court, no matter the challenges she may face. As she continues her journey at the Australian Open, fans can only wait with bated breath to see what other miracles she may conjure in the days to come.

    Stay tuned for more updates on Mirra Andreeva’s incredible journey at the Australian Open, as she continues to defy expectations and inspire audiences around the world with her remarkable talent and tenacity.

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  • Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #3

    Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #3


    Price: $9.99
    (as of Dec 29,2024 16:29:47 UTC – Details)




    Publisher ‏ : ‎ OmniGeekEmpire (June 15, 2023)
    Language ‏ : ‎ English
    Paperback ‏ : ‎ 29 pages
    ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1739748220
    ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1739748227
    Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.36 ounces
    Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.07 x 9 inches


    Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #3

    In the latest issue of Red Rapture, our protagonist finds themselves faced with even more challenges as they navigate the cursed reality they were born into. With enemies lurking around every corner and danger at every turn, will they be able to survive the trials that await them?

    Join us as we delve deeper into the world of Red Rapture, where the line between good and evil is blurred and the fate of our hero hangs in the balance. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles in their path, or will they be consumed by the darkness that surrounds them?

    Don’t miss out on the action-packed adventure of Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #3, available now at your local comic book store.
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  • Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #2

    Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #2


    Price: $9.99
    (as of Dec 29,2024 16:10:47 UTC – Details)



    Welcome back to Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! In Issue #2, we delve deeper into the dark and twisted world of our protagonist, as they navigate the treacherous waters of their own mind.

    In this issue, we explore the inner demons that haunt our hero, as they struggle to come to terms with their own identity and the powers that have been bestowed upon them. As they grapple with their newfound abilities, they are forced to confront the dark forces that threaten to consume them.

    Join us as we uncover the secrets that lie beneath the surface of this seemingly idyllic world, and witness the epic battles that will shape the fate of our hero and the world around them.

    Stay tuned for more updates on Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #2, coming soon to a comic book store near you. Don’t miss out on this thrilling and captivating tale of power, redemption, and sacrifice.
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  • Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #1

    Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #1


    Price: $9.99
    (as of Dec 29,2024 15:50:53 UTC – Details)


    From the Publisher

    Red Rapture Manga Introduction

    Red Rapture Manga Introduction

    Red Rapture protagonist

    Red Rapture protagonist

    Red Rapture Villian

    Red Rapture Villian

    Red Rapture power system

    Red Rapture power system

    Red Rapture world

    Red Rapture world

    Publisher ‏ : ‎ OmniGeekEmpire (January 12, 2022)
    Language ‏ : ‎ English
    Paperback ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
    ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1739748204
    ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1739748203
    Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.1 ounces
    Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.11 x 9 inches


    Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #1

    In a world where the line between good and evil is blurred, where chaos and order clash in a never-ending battle, one hero rises to challenge the darkness that threatens to consume everything in its path.

    Meet Red Rapture, a mysterious figure gifted with extraordinary powers that make him both a blessing and a curse to those around him. Born with the ability to manipulate reality itself, Red Rapture must navigate the treacherous landscape of a world torn apart by war, greed, and betrayal.

    In Issue #1 of Red Rapture, we follow our protagonist as he embarks on a dangerous mission to uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious disappearances that have plagued his city. With his powers put to the test and his moral compass constantly challenged, Red Rapture must decide whether he will use his gifts for the greater good or succumb to the temptations of power and control.

    Join us on this thrilling journey as Red Rapture battles against the forces of darkness and discovers the true meaning of heroism in a world where nothing is as it seems. Don’t miss out on the debut issue of this gripping new series that will leave you on the edge of your seat and craving for more. Red Rapture: Born Blessed To Walk A Cursed Reality! Issue #1 – out now!
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  • Monster Boy and The Cursed Kingdom Nintendo Switch Collectors Edition NEW SEALED

    Monster Boy and The Cursed Kingdom Nintendo Switch Collectors Edition NEW SEALED



    Monster Boy and The Cursed Kingdom Nintendo Switch Collectors Edition NEW SEALED

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    Introducing the Monster Boy and The Cursed Kingdom Nintendo Switch Collectors Edition – a must-have for fans of action-adventure games!

    This limited edition set includes a brand new, sealed copy of the game for the Nintendo Switch, as well as a variety of exclusive collectibles that are sure to delight any Monster Boy enthusiast.

    The game itself is a beloved title that combines classic platforming gameplay with beautiful hand-drawn graphics and a captivating story. Players will guide the titular Monster Boy on a quest to save the cursed kingdom from a powerful evil force, using his transformation abilities to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies along the way.

    In addition to the game, the collectors edition also includes a special art book featuring concept art and behind-the-scenes insights, as well as a set of exclusive stickers and a poster to decorate your gaming space.

    Don’t miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of Monster Boy history – order your Nintendo Switch Collectors Edition today and embark on an unforgettable adventure!
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