Tell me what that big yellow thing in the sky is again

The Texans home opener will be played today with the roof open, under natural conditions. Apparently, that requires an explanation for people not used to such things.

The Texans insist they are ready to play their home opener Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, their third consecutive AFC South opponent.

The question is: Will the fans be ready, too?

Because of Hurricane Ike, the Texans will play eight home games with the roof open, beginning Sunday when there's supposed to be a clear sky and temperatures in the mid-80s.

"We urge all fans to check the temperature and please dress accordingly," said Shea Guinn, president of Reliant Park-SMG.

Somewhere, J. Fred Duckett is laughing his keester off. The accompanying "Outdoor Football 101" sidebar piece in the print edition was too precious for words - it boiled down to "The sun is hot, you will feel hot while the sun is shining on you, so drink lots of water". As someone who has spent more hot September afternoons than he can count in a wool/polyester uniform at Rice Stadium, all I can say is that it's a beauuuuuuuuuuuutiful day for outdoor football. Play ball!

Posted by Charles Kuffner on October 05, 2008 to Other sports