As I drove home late last night, I happened to catch on the George Norry show the astonishing fact that John Madden is retiring from commentating. My mouth dropped in awe! Madden has been there for the hip-hop culture, specifically those who love football. Not only has his commentating skills and knowledge of football influenced our generation. Indeed, Madden arguably made the first, comprehensive, and enjoyable football game ever.
One thing about Madden I love is his passion for the tasks he sets out to accomplish. Everything, so far as we could see, about Madden was full of passion and love. Take the game Madden for example. Madden made it clear that the game started off with him and a comrade talking to the programmers about their vision of the game. Madden, unlike other stars, didn't want a mediocre game with his name on it. He was concerned about the game emulating a real football experience. As technology grew, this became more evident.
Madden is a superhero in the coaching realm also. His resilience can be felt once you research his history. He lost 5 A.F.C title games in seven years (he became head coach at 32 years old). Then finally in 1977, he won the Super Bowl against Minnesota. When he retired, he was the youngest coach to compile 100 career regular season victories. Then, imagine doing that in ten seasons. In fact, he never had a losing season.
And now his legacy is fixed via EA Sports. I own Madden and condone any gamers to hop on board. Yes, for the longest I fought it (I loved the 2K series), but I realize now that Madden is the closest thing you can get to a real N.F.L experience in the virtual world of gaming.
So there you have it, a legacy done in commentating but indefinitely alive in the gaming world. A champion, class act, and one of the best to do it.
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