The NFL returns...and a question is answered.

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There once was a day that this blog was equal parts funny stories and sports. As many of you have noticed (and some lamented) it has become Maggie Central. Well, for those of you that pine for those lost days, I bring you this quick hit to kick off the NFL season. Some of you may recall one of our most popular posts 8 Rules for Wearing a Jersey back in January of '08. Well, as Colts fans, today brings a special jersey question. What am I allowed to do with my Marvin Harrision 88 jersey? Here is the Rule as written....

#4 NO PLAYERS NO LONGER ON THE TEAM & STILL IN THE LEAGUE
That Edgerrin James jersey you still have...keep it in the closet. Same goes for your Cato June and Mike Vanderjagt to name a few. Once a guy retires and he is viewed historically as a member of your team (like James will be) then you may bring it back out. Until then, leave it alone and buy a new one. On the same note, no Marshall Faulk Colts jerseys. Yes, he's retired, but he's a Ram. BTW, I can't believe how many Ken Dilger jerseys actually exist. Fact- if the Colts have a good white player, his jersey will be bought in mass quantity, see: Dallas Clark, Anthony Gonzalez, Jeff Saturday and Chad Bratzke.
EXCEPTION: If you cross the guys name or number out with tape or marker for humor when he comes back to play your team.

Now, the tricky part with this one is, Harrison is not yet retired and wants to continue to play for the right price...problem is, nobody wants him right now. So, as it stands he's out of the league, but is essentially an unsigned free agent. One thing he certainly is not, is a Colt. Although, it doesn't sit all that well with me (mostly because I'm pretty sure he will play somewhere again and he's not retired) I would say until signed by another team, the Harrison jersey may be worn....but only in cautious moderation.

Yes, Carrie, you can still wear it, but don't expect me to be overly excited.