Tarhog Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 It was the final game of the 2005 NFL regular season. And for fans of the Burgundy and Gold, it was gut check time. The 2005 Redskins were Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Having suffered a brutal mid-season stretch where they lost 6 of 8 games, the Redskins under 2nd year Head Coach Joe Gibbs had come storming back, rising from the ashes to claim gritty wins against the Rams, Cardinals, Cowboys, and Giants. Only one thing stood in the way of their first playoff berth since 1999 - beating the dreaded Philadelphia Eagles, on the road, before a hostile, bitter Philly crowd. Learning to Fly :helmet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLMRacing Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 That was GREAT :applause: It gave me chills watching that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted June 24, 2006 Author Share Posted June 24, 2006 One of the most emotional moments of my life was when Sean Taylor picked up that fumble, sped down the sideline, and leapt airborne into the endzone to clinch the win. Blade and I happened to be right next to the sideline where it happened, and literally ran down the sideline as Taylor did. The rest is a blur of ecstatic emotion, realizing we really were back, and that all the demons of the past decade were exorcised. I had tears in my eyes, and I know I wasn't the only one. Incredible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwebst1 Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 wow, that was incredible.... thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
909997 Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 I almost fell off my chair watching that;)thanx dude...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s0crates Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Nice, that really took me back. I'll never forget how worried I was at half-time, Philly gave us a good scare there early on. That win meant so much to this franchise, it was real progress. I'd say this team "learned to fly" during that five game stretch. Hopefully this year we can pick up where we left off and soar! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDiplomat Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoGood28 Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 AWESOME video. My favorite pics were the Portis CPR on the ball, the pic of Portis and the back of his dirty jersey, and both Sean Taylor fumble return pics. Thank you so much. Great video. I bought one of those Redskins handwarmers and I'll definitely be wearing it to games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Califan007 The Constipated Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Very cool! :applause: :applause: Loved the shot of Taylor from behind diving into the end zone... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. S Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 when Sean Taylor did his thing, I just started running around my house. My dad, who had never really seen how crazy I can get during a football game, definitely did that night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santana_Fan Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Nice video man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bahamoss Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 That was some nice pics. That was even the right song and all. Thanks a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinsfan1311 Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Great job! What a wonderful night that was! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaron Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 That was awesome! Although I do prefer the Pink Floyd version of "Learning to Fly" much better... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XxSpearheadxX Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 What can I say - your skills shine through again. :applause: :eaglesuck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Wow! I'll be there at the Linc again this season! Nov. 12th! Lots open at 7 AM! Where do we meet? D lot? Somebody email Halter! I'm bringing my flag! And this time I'm bringing THREE ballcaps! GO REDSKINS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 I just screamed YEEEEEEEES and quickly went on ES to celebrate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheDirtbags Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 u r simply amazing tarhog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Titaw Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 I was over Stacey's (my Wife-2-be) uncle's house watching the game and the entire game Stacey was heckling me cause she's an Eagles fan. Once Taylor ran the ball in for a TD her Uncle and I were cheerin and yellin, we actually woke up my 2 week old (at the time) Taylor to celebrate. Watching that video brought tears of joy to my eyes! This year is going to be special! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted June 24, 2006 Author Share Posted June 24, 2006 Wow! I'll be there at the Linc again this season! Nov. 12th! Lots open at 7 AM! Where do we meet? D lot? Somebody email Halter! I'm bringing my flag! And this time I'm bringing THREE ballcaps! GO REDSKINS :laugh: Planning on being there again too The Redskins fans at that game were everywhere. I know it must have irritated the hell out of the home fans, because you couldn't turn in any direction without seeing them, and they were raucous. Just ask Portis' mom... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 :laugh:Planning on being there again too The Redskins fans at that game were everywhere. I know it must have irritated the hell out of the home fans, because you couldn't turn in any direction without seeing them, and they were raucous. Just ask Portis' mom... Well, my mistake was getting upper level seats. I was pelted and boo-ed and, of course, had my hat robbed, followed by a burst of deafening cheers from what seemed like the entire upper deck. You know what that feels like? Next time I'll be downstairs with the rest of the Redskins fans! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeSkins Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Dan Snyder's face belongs on a coin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarhog Posted June 24, 2006 Author Share Posted June 24, 2006 Well, my mistake was getting upper level seats. I was pelted and boo-ed and, of course, had my hat robbed, followed by a burst of deafening cheers from what seemed like the entire upper deck. You know what that feels like?Next time I'll be downstairs with the rest of the Redskins fans! Yeah, I can't think of that game without remembering your story. And thanks for the hospitality - it was great hanging with you and halter before the game. Mark the Homer is hardcore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heavy Jumbo Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 I can't make out who it is, but that picture at 4:00 is really a great shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomahawks Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Thanks Tarhog...great memories to relive. I remember just holding my breathe. Then ST turned into Superman. I went absolutely ballistic. My wife and kids thought I was crazy (for a moment I think I lost it).:insane: My 49er loving wife actually cheered with me. Can't wait 'til the season starts. Look forward to many more celebrations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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